MCQ Test: India's Top Headlines: Putin's Visit, Economic Shifts, Quantum Leap, and Key Appointments (December 4, 2025)

1. Russian President Vladimir Putin's state visit to India in December 2025 primarily aimed at strengthening cooperation in which of the following areas?

A) Space exploration, renewable energy, and cultural exchange B) Defense, energy, and skilled labor mobility C) Tourism, agriculture, and information technology D) Healthcare, education, and maritime security

2. Amidst existing US sanctions on Russian oil producers, India's engagement with Russia, particularly for S-400 missile systems, highlights which aspect of India's foreign policy?

A) A complete shift towards the Russian bloc. B) Prioritizing economic gains over strategic alliances. C) Balancing relations with major global powers like Moscow and Washington. D) Disregard for international sanctions.

3. Despite India's robust 8.2% GDP growth in Q2 FY26, the Indian Rupee fell to a record low against the US dollar. Which of the following was NOT mentioned as a contributing factor to this depreciation?

A) Increased global risks. B) Higher demand for dollars due to increased imports. C) Delays in the India-US trade deal. D) Significant foreign direct investment outflows.

4. Which organization, in collaboration with IBM, unveiled a national roadmap to position India among the top three quantum economies globally by 2047?

A) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) B) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) C) NITI Aayog D) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)

5. Who was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 19th Crossword Book Awards 2025?

A) Sudha Murty B) Ruchir Joshi C) Shanta Gokhale D) Manu S. Pillai

6. Who was appointed as the new Executive Director (ED) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), leading the Department of Supervision – Risk, Analytics and Vulnerability Assessment (RAVA)?

A) Vikram Sahu B) Kaku Nakhate C) Usha Janakiraman D) Dr. Ciza Thomas

7. The new Labour Codes implemented by the government ensure which of the following benefits for workers across India?

A) Fixed working hours of 30 hours per week for all sectors. B) Minimum wages and overtime compensation at not less than twice the regular rate. C) Mandatory pension schemes for all unorganized workers regardless of employment duration. D) Exclusive welfare schemes only for organized sector employees.

8. India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar commented that nations creating obstacles to the flow of talent across borders would ultimately be 'net losers.' His comments were primarily in the context of:

A) Restrictions on international tourism. B) H-1B visas and US immigration policies. C) Trade tariffs and import duties. D) Diplomatic sanctions on specific countries.

9. Which district was recognized with the National Award in the best district category for its efforts in implementing the Accessible India Campaign and fostering a barrier-free environment?

A) Gandhinagar B) Mumbai C) Lunglei D) Delhi

10. The UltraViolet Imaging Telescope (UVIT), which recently completed ten years of successful operations, is the primary payload on which of India's space observatories?

A) Chandrayaan-3 B) Mangalyaan C) AstroSat D) Aditya-L1

11. What is the bilateral trade target set between India and Russia to be achieved by 2030, aiming to bridge the widening trade deficit?

A) $50 billion B) $75 billion C) $100 billion D) $150 billion

12. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant stated that courts must show 'zero sympathy' to acid attackers. This statement was made during a hearing on a plea to:

A) Increase the punishment for cyber fraud. B) Formally recognize acid attack survivors as persons with specified disabilities. C) Implement stricter laws against domestic violence. D) Expedite trials for all violent crimes.

13. Which Indian Grandmaster secured the Jerusalem Masters 2025 title by defeating former world champion Viswanathan Anand in an all-Indian final?

A) Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa B) D. Gukesh C) Arjun Erigaisi D) Vidit Gujrathi

14. India's recent decision to reopen its embassy in Kabul and openly engage with the Taliban regime is viewed by some as influenced by:

A) A desire to access Afghanistan's mineral resources. B) India's evolving relationship with Pakistan. C) Pressure from the United Nations. D) A need to counter Chinese influence in the region.

15. Concerns were raised about the credibility of India's GDP data, pointing to a discrepancy between official figures and ground-level indicators. What did the report advocate for to accurately reflect the economy's true state?

A) Reducing government spending. B) Adopting transparent methodologies and robust surveys. C) Increasing foreign investment. D) Lowering interest rates.

16. The proposed Health and National Security Cess will NOT be applied to which category of goods?

A) Demerit goods associated with health risks. B) Essential commodities. C) Luxury items. D) Imported goods.

17. The Archery Premier League (APL) received the 'Emerging Professional Sports Event of the Year' award at the India Sports Awards 2025. This highlights its significant impact on which sport?

A) Badminton B) Shooting C) Archery D) Wrestling

18. Who was approved by the RBI as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bank of America NA (BANA) in India for a three-year term?

A) Kaku Nakhate B) Usha Janakiraman C) Vikram Sahu D) Rajendra Arlekar

19. Indian scientists developed an innovative technique to enhance catalysts used in water splitting. This breakthrough directly addresses a significant challenge in the production of:

A) Solar panels. B) Lithium-ion batteries. C) Clean hydrogen. D) Biofuels.

20. A Rajya Sabha member advocated for a national law to ensure the safety and protection of which professional group, amid increasing reports of violence?

A) Journalists B) Farmers C) Medical professionals D) Teachers

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India's Top Headlines: Putin's Visit, Economic Shifts, Quantum Leap, and Key Appointments (December 4, 2025)

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1. Russian President Vladimir Putin's state visit to India in December 2025 primarily aimed at strengthening cooperation in which of the following areas?

2. Amidst existing US sanctions on Russian oil producers, India's engagement with Russia, particularly for S-400 missile systems, highlights which aspect of India's foreign policy?

3. Despite India's robust 8.2% GDP growth in Q2 FY26, the Indian Rupee fell to a record low against the US dollar. Which of the following was NOT mentioned as a contributing factor to this depreciation?

4. Which organization, in collaboration with IBM, unveiled a national roadmap to position India among the top three quantum economies globally by 2047?

5. Who was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 19th Crossword Book Awards 2025?

6. Who was appointed as the new Executive Director (ED) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), leading the Department of Supervision – Risk, Analytics and Vulnerability Assessment (RAVA)?

7. The new Labour Codes implemented by the government ensure which of the following benefits for workers across India?

8. India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar commented that nations creating obstacles to the flow of talent across borders would ultimately be 'net losers.' His comments were primarily in the context of:

9. Which district was recognized with the National Award in the best district category for its efforts in implementing the Accessible India Campaign and fostering a barrier-free environment?

10. The UltraViolet Imaging Telescope (UVIT), which recently completed ten years of successful operations, is the primary payload on which of India's space observatories?

11. What is the bilateral trade target set between India and Russia to be achieved by 2030, aiming to bridge the widening trade deficit?

12. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant stated that courts must show 'zero sympathy' to acid attackers. This statement was made during a hearing on a plea to:

13. Which Indian Grandmaster secured the Jerusalem Masters 2025 title by defeating former world champion Viswanathan Anand in an all-Indian final?

14. India's recent decision to reopen its embassy in Kabul and openly engage with the Taliban regime is viewed by some as influenced by:

15. Concerns were raised about the credibility of India's GDP data, pointing to a discrepancy between official figures and ground-level indicators. What did the report advocate for to accurately reflect the economy's true state?

16. The proposed Health and National Security Cess will NOT be applied to which category of goods?

17. The Archery Premier League (APL) received the 'Emerging Professional Sports Event of the Year' award at the India Sports Awards 2025. This highlights its significant impact on which sport?

18. Who was approved by the RBI as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bank of America NA (BANA) in India for a three-year term?

19. Indian scientists developed an innovative technique to enhance catalysts used in water splitting. This breakthrough directly addresses a significant challenge in the production of:

20. A Rajya Sabha member advocated for a national law to ensure the safety and protection of which professional group, amid increasing reports of violence?

India's Top Headlines: Putin's Visit, Economic Shifts, Quantum Leap, and Key Appointments (December 4, 2025)

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1. Russian President Vladimir Putin's state visit to India in December 2025 primarily aimed at strengthening cooperation in which of the following areas?

2. Amidst existing US sanctions on Russian oil producers, India's engagement with Russia, particularly for S-400 missile systems, highlights which aspect of India's foreign policy?

3. Despite India's robust 8.2% GDP growth in Q2 FY26, the Indian Rupee fell to a record low against the US dollar. Which of the following was NOT mentioned as a contributing factor to this depreciation?

4. Which organization, in collaboration with IBM, unveiled a national roadmap to position India among the top three quantum economies globally by 2047?

5. Who was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 19th Crossword Book Awards 2025?

6. Who was appointed as the new Executive Director (ED) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), leading the Department of Supervision – Risk, Analytics and Vulnerability Assessment (RAVA)?

7. The new Labour Codes implemented by the government ensure which of the following benefits for workers across India?

8. India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar commented that nations creating obstacles to the flow of talent across borders would ultimately be 'net losers.' His comments were primarily in the context of:

9. Which district was recognized with the National Award in the best district category for its efforts in implementing the Accessible India Campaign and fostering a barrier-free environment?

10. The UltraViolet Imaging Telescope (UVIT), which recently completed ten years of successful operations, is the primary payload on which of India's space observatories?

11. What is the bilateral trade target set between India and Russia to be achieved by 2030, aiming to bridge the widening trade deficit?

12. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant stated that courts must show 'zero sympathy' to acid attackers. This statement was made during a hearing on a plea to:

13. Which Indian Grandmaster secured the Jerusalem Masters 2025 title by defeating former world champion Viswanathan Anand in an all-Indian final?

14. India's recent decision to reopen its embassy in Kabul and openly engage with the Taliban regime is viewed by some as influenced by:

15. Concerns were raised about the credibility of India's GDP data, pointing to a discrepancy between official figures and ground-level indicators. What did the report advocate for to accurately reflect the economy's true state?

16. The proposed Health and National Security Cess will NOT be applied to which category of goods?

17. The Archery Premier League (APL) received the 'Emerging Professional Sports Event of the Year' award at the India Sports Awards 2025. This highlights its significant impact on which sport?

18. Who was approved by the RBI as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bank of America NA (BANA) in India for a three-year term?

19. Indian scientists developed an innovative technique to enhance catalysts used in water splitting. This breakthrough directly addresses a significant challenge in the production of:

20. A Rajya Sabha member advocated for a national law to ensure the safety and protection of which professional group, amid increasing reports of violence?

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