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- Which country conducted the ‘Drone Prahar Exercise’ to test drone technologies in combat zones?
[A] China
[B] Russia
[C] USA
[D] India
Answer: D - Who became the second Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of India in 2025?
[A] General Manoj Mukund Naravane
[B] Lt General Anil Chauhan
[C] General Bipin Rawat
[D] General V.K. Singh
Answer: B - Which Indian state recently launched the ‘Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs’ in 2025?
[A] Maharashtra
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Karnataka
[D] Gujarat
Answer: B - In 2025, which country hosted the Chess World Cup?
[A] India
[B] Germany
[C] USA
[D] Norway
Answer: A - Who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2025?
[A] Malala Yousafzai
[B] Abiy Ahmed
[C] Greta Thunberg
[D] To be announced in October 2025
Answer: D - What is the main objective of the ‘Viksit Bharat’ initiative launched in 2025?
[A] Infrastructure development
[B] Make in India promotion
[C] Sustainable economic growth and innovation
[D] Health sector reform
Answer: C - India signed a defence cooperation agreement with which country in early 2025?
[A] Russia
[B] USA
[C] Australia
[D] France
Answer: B - Which technology was successfully tested in India’s EAST reactor in 2025?
[A] Plasma confinement for over 1000 seconds
[B] Achieving sustainable fusion energy
[C] Fusion ignition
[D] Plasma confinement for over 400 seconds
Answer: D - When is International Day of Education observed annually?
[A] January 21
[B] January 24
[C] January 25
[D] January 26
Answer: C - Which Indian cricketer was appointed as Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in 2025?
[A] Harmanpreet Kaur
[B] Smriti Mandhana
[C] Deepti Sharma
[D] Richa Ghosh
Answer: C - Which state inaugurated the International Saraswati Mahotsav in 2025?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Haryana
[C] Karnataka
[D] Uttar Pradesh
Answer: B - In 2025, which of these schemes provides loan guarantees specifically for MSMEs?
[A] Credit-Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme
[B] Stand-Up India Scheme
[C] Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs (MCGS-MSMEs)
[D] Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana
Answer: C - What significant geopolitical summit took place in 2025 to discuss BRICS expansion?
[A] BRICS 2025 Summit in South Africa
[B] G20 Summit in Japan
[C] ASEAN Summit in Indonesia
[D] NATO Summit in Germany
Answer: A - Which country recognized Palestine in September 2025 as a G7 member?
[A] Italy
[B] Germany
[C] France
[D] Japan
Answer: C - Polavaram Multipurpose Project, frequently in news, is located in which Indian state?
[A] Kerala
[B] Karnataka
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Maharashtra
Answer: C - Which bank became the first Indian bank to implement Clari5’s NCRP Integration Solution in 2025?
[A] Punjab National Bank
[B] Bank of Baroda
[C] Bank of India
[D] Canara Bank
Answer: A - Which country recently announced the launch of an AI Action Summit in 2025?
[A] India
[B] USA
[C] France
[D] Germany
Answer: C - Which river in Africa crosses the equator twice?
[A] Nile River
[B] Congo River
[C] Zambezi River
[D] Limpopo River
Answer: B - Under which program was the ‘Technology and Analytics for Manufacturing Excellence’ (TEAM) initiative launched in India?
[A] Digital India Programme
[B] Make in India
[C] RAMP Programme
[D] Atmanirbhar Bharat
Answer: C - Which on-going global conflict or war was a major focus of international media in 2025?
[A] Ukraine-Russia Conflict
[B] Israel-Hamas Conflict
[C] Taiwan-China Tensions
[D] Yemen Civil War
Answer: B - Who was appointed as the next Indian Ambassador to the United Nations in 2025?
[A] Ruchira Kamboj
[B] T.S. Tirumurti
[C] Vinay Mohan Kwatra
[D] Harsh Vardhan Shringla
Answer: A - In 2025, which Indian mountain range hosted the International Yoga Day celebrations?
[A] Himalayas
[B] Western Ghats
[C] Aravalli Hills
[D] Shivalik Hills
Answer: A - Which government ministry is responsible for the Kalagram for Mahakumbh 2025?
[A] Ministry of Culture
[B] Ministry of Tourism
[C] Ministry of External Affairs
[D] Indian Council for Cultural Relations
Answer: A - What is MPATGM that was successfully tested by DRDO?
[A] Anti-tank Guided Missile
[B] Surface-to-Air Missile
[C] Ballistic Missile
[D] Hypersonic Missile
Answer: AWhich country hosted the G20 Summit in 2025? - [A] India
[B] Indonesia
[C] Brazil
[D] Japan
Answer: AWhich ministry launched the ‘Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025’, India’s largest school hackathon? - [A] Ministry of Education
[B] Ministry of Science & Technology
[C] Ministry of Skill Development
[D] Ministry of Youth Affairs
Answer: A - What is the primary focus of the Local Economy Accelerator Programme (LEAP) launched by Karnataka government in 2025?
[A] Tourism development
[B] Infrastructure for startups in Tier-2 and Tier-3 towns
[C] Agricultural reforms
[D] Renewable energy projects
Answer: B - Who inaugurated the AIIFA STEELEX-2025, a key steel industry event in Maharashtra?
[A] Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
[B] Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis
[C] Prime Minister Narendra Modi
[D] Minister of Steel Jyotiraditya Scindia
Answer: B - Which Indian Navy ship, commissioned in 2025, is an Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft?
[A] INS Kadmatt
[B] INS Androth
[C] INS Kamorta
[D] INS Astradharini
Answer: B - What is the significance of the Visakhapatnam Declaration 2025?
[A] Announcement of a new defence policy
[B] Roadmap for India’s digital transformation and e-governance
[C] Climate change mitigation goals
[D] Agricultural reform strategy
Answer: B - Which Indian healthcare scheme celebrated its 7th anniversary in 2025?
[A] Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
[B] Swachh Bharat Mission
[C] National Health Mission
[D] Janani Suraksha Yojana
Answer: A - Which organization released the Interim Economic Outlook Report titled ‘Finding the Right Balance in Uncertain Times: September 2025’?
[A] IMF
[B] World Bank
[C] OECD
[D] RBI
Answer: C - What is the projected GDP growth rate for India for FY26 according to the 2025 OECD report?
[A] 5.5%
[B] 6.7%
[C] 7.3%
[D] 6.0%
Answer: B - Which Indian state signed MoUs worth Rs. 80,962 crores for industrial projects in September 2025?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Karnataka
Answer: C - What major cricket tournament is being held in the UAE from September to October 2025?
[A] IPL
[B] Asia Cup (Men’s T20)
[C] ICC World Cup
[D] Caribbean Premier League
Answer: B - Who is the Indian Ambassador to the United Nations appointed in 2025?
[A] Ruchira Kamboj
[B] Harsh Vardhan Shringla
[C] T.S. Tirumurti
[D] Vinay Mohan Kwatra
Answer: A - What is the focus of the ‘Vriddha Mitra Toolkit’ launched by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment in 2025?
[A] Support and well-being for senior citizens
[B] Digital literacy for youth
[C] Women empowerment
[D] Climate change awareness
Answer: A - Which initiative was launched to encourage innovation among school students in India in 2025?
[A] Atal Tinkering Labs
[B] National Innovation Award
[C] Viksit Bharat Buildathon
[D] Skill India Mission
Answer: C - The Bank of India partnered with which fintech company in 2025 to launch ‘Trade Easy’ for instant MSME loans?
[A] Razorpay
[B] Cashinvoice
[C] Paytm Money
[D] PhonePe
Answer: B - Which private aerospace company launched India’s first large-format 3D printing facility in 2025 in Chennai?
[A] Skyroot Aerospace
[B] Agnikul Cosmos
[C] Pixxel
[D] Ananth Technologies
Answer: B - India’s 5th Generation Fighter Jet Programme saw a partnership between which two companies in 2025?
[A] HAL and DRDO
[B] L&T and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
[C] Tata Group and Mahindra Aerospace
[D] Reliance Defence and Boeing
Answer: B - What does MPATGM, tested by DRDO in 2025, stand for?
[A] Medium-Range Precision Attack Tactical Guided Missile
[B] Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile
[C] Multi-purpose Air-to-Ground Missile
[D] Maritime Patrol and Anti-Torpedo Guided Missile
Answer: B - What percentage of India’s monsoon rainfall was recorded above average in August 2025?
[A] 50%
[B] 61%
[C] 72%
[D] 80%
Answer: C - What major international mechanical engineering event was hosted in India in September 2025?
[A] IMECE – ASME’s International Mechanical Engineering Congress & Exposition
[B] World Engineering Expo
[C] India Tech Symposium
[D] Global Mechanical Summit
Answer: A - Which Indian city is to be developed as a new steel city backed by substantial investments as of 2025?
[A] Jamshedpur
[B] Bhilai
[C] Gadchiroli
[D] Rourkela
Answer: C - Who is the Union Minister of Education who launched the Buildathon 2025?
[A] Dharmendra Pradhan
[B] Ramesh Pokhriyal
[C] Smriti Irani
[D] Anurag Thakur
Answer: A - Which organization signed an MoU with the National Shipbuilding Corporation Ltd to establish a mega shipbuilding cluster in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh?
[A] Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
[B] Visakhapatnam Port Authority
[C] Ministry of Shipping
[D] Indian Navy
Answer: B - What is the key theme of the ‘Shrinikhala Talk Series’ launched for elderly care?
[A] Innovative models of elderly care and senior citizen well-being
[B] Digital inclusion for elderly
[C] Senior citizen employment opportunities
[D] Healthcare financing for elderly
Answer: A - The ‘Trade Easy’ platform launched by the Bank of India targets primarily which sector?
[A] Agriculture
[B] Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
[C] Exporters
[D] Technology startups
Answer: B - The Asian Cup 2025 T20 cricket tournament featured how many teams?
[A] 6
[B] 8
[C] 10
[D] 12
Answer: B
- India approved a ₹27,000 crore programme in 2025 aimed at launching how many surveillance satellites starting 2026?
[A] 42
[B] 52
[C] 62
[D] 72
Answer: B - Which state recently launched the Mukhya Mantri Mahila Rozgar Yojana to empower women economically?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Bihar
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Jharkhand
Answer: B - Exercise Cold Start, India’s largest joint military exercise focused on drones and counter-drone systems, is scheduled for which month in 2025?
[A] September
[B] October
[C] November
[D] December
Answer: B - The Lunar Eclipse (Chandra Grahan) was visible across India on which date in September 2025?
[A] 5th September
[B] 6th September
[C] 7th September
[D] 8th September
Answer: C - Who was elected as the 15th Vice President of India in September 2025?
[A] Jagdeep Dhankar
[B] C.P. Radhakrishnan
[C] M. Venkaiah Naidu
[D] Hamid Ansari
Answer: B - The 25th SCO Council of Heads of State Summit adopted which declaration in 2025?
[A] Tianjin Declaration
[B] Almaty Declaration
[C] Dushanbe Declaration
[D] Bishkek Declaration
Answer: A - The Forest Advisory Committee approved expanded exemptions for mineral exploration drilling in forests under which new rules in 2025?
[A] Forest Conservation Rules, 2025
[B] Van (Sanrakshan Evam Samvardhan) Amendment Rules, 2025
[C] Wildlife Protection Rules, 2025
[D] Mining Operations Rules, 2025
Answer: B - The 56th GST Council meeting approved restructuring GST slabs into which two rates?
[A] 5% and 12%
[B] 12% and 18%
[C] 5% and 18%
[D] 18% and 28%
Answer: C - Which luxury goods were placed under a higher 40% GST slab in 2025?
[A] Automobiles and tobacco products
[B] Aerated drinks and chocolates
[C] Luxury cars, tobacco, and aerated drinks
[D] Electronics and branded garments
Answer: C - What major anti-Naxal operation was launched on the Chhattisgarh–Telangana border in 2025?
[A] Operation Thunderbolt
[B] Operation Forest Shield
[C] Operation Black Forest
[D] Operation Green Hunt
Answer: C - Which country signed an agreement with Russia for the Power of Siberia 2 pipeline in 2025?
[A] China
[B] Germany
[C] Japan
[D] South Korea
Answer: A - Which Indian city hosted the prestigious IMECE – ASME’s International Mechanical Engineering Congress & Exposition in September 2025?
[A] Mumbai
[B] Hyderabad
[C] Bangalore
[D] Chennai
Answer: B - The Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025 came into force to regulate foreigners’ entry, stay, and movement in which country?
[A] India
[B] Nepal
[C] Sri Lanka
[D] Bangladesh
Answer: A - Which Prime Minister visited India in 2025 to celebrate 60 years of diplomatic ties with the country?
[A] Lee Hsien Loong (Singapore)
[B] Boris Johnson (UK)
[C] Justin Trudeau (Canada)
[D] Scott Morrison (Australia)
Answer: A - Bhutan’s Prime Minister visited which historic Indian university in 2025?
[A] Nalanda University
[B] Aligarh Muslim University
[C] Banaras Hindu University
[D] JNU
Answer: A - India’s Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP) focuses primarily on vaccinating which population group?
[A] Elderly citizens
[B] Children
[C] Pregnant women
[D] Healthcare workers
Answer: B - Which organization launched Phase II of the Niveshak Didi initiative to boost rural financial literacy and women empowerment?
[A] NABARD
[B] SEBI
[C] IEPFA (Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority)
[D] RBI
Answer: C - What is the main objective of the BHARATI programme started by APEDA in 2025?
[A] Boost Indian agri-food startups and increase food exports
[B] Conservation of biodiversity
[C] Promoting organic farming
[D] Development of fisheries
Answer: A - The Forest Advisory Committee’s 2025 decision aimed to ease approvals for which activity in forest areas?
[A] Timber harvesting
[B] Mineral exploration drilling
[C] Wildlife sanctuaries expansion
[D] Eco-tourism development
Answer: B - Which global conflict received major media focus in 2025 due to heightened tensions and military engagements?
[A] Ukraine-Russia Conflict
[B] Israel-Hamas Conflict
[C] Taiwan-China Tensions
[D] Syria Civil War
Answer: B - Which Indian state suffered severe floods affecting 3.8 lakh people in 2025?
[A] Punjab
[B] Kerala
[C] Assam
[D] Odisha
Answer: A - The Supreme Court in 2025 reconsidered its 2014 judgment about exemptions for which institutions from the Right to Education Act?
[A] Minority educational institutions
[B] Private universities
[C] Government schools
[D] Technical institutions
Answer: A - UNICEF’s Child Nutrition Report 2025 revealed a doubling of obesity rates among which group since 2000?
[A] Adults
[B] Children and adolescents
[C] Pregnant women
[D] Elderly
Answer: B - What is the main environmental concern linked with the Great Nicobar Island Project in 2025?
[A] Deforestation and biodiversity loss
[B] Air pollution increase
[C] Water scarcity
[D] Soil erosion
Answer: A - India approached which global organization to address high US tariffs on copper products?
[A] World Trade Organization (WTO)
[B] International Monetary Fund (IMF)
[C] World Bank
[D] United Nations
Answer: A
- What landmark decision did the Supreme Court of India take regarding Jallikattu in 2025?
[A] Banned Jallikattu nationwide
[B] Allowed Jallikattu with new safety norms
[C] Declared Jallikattu unconstitutional
[D] Restricted Jallikattu to three states only
Answer: B - The ‘Shrinikhala Talk Series’ focuses on which social issue in 2025?
[A] Women’s safety
[B] Senior citizen care
[C] Child education
[D] Mental health awareness
Answer: B - In 2025, which country became the first in the world to mine helium-3 on the moon?
[A] USA
[B] China
[C] India
[D] Russia
Answer: B - India’s first National Hydrogen Mission aims to make India a leader in which energy sector?
[A] Solar energy
[B] Wind energy
[C] Green hydrogen
[D] Nuclear energy
Answer: C - The Global Digital Health Partnership (GDHP) 2025 meeting was hosted by which country?
[A] India
[B] UK
[C] Canada
[D] Australia
Answer: A - India’s 2025 Startup India initiative chiefly aims to support which sector?
[A] Agriculture startups
[B] Tech startups
[C] Healthcare startups
[D] Renewable energy startups
Answer: B - Which Indian state launched ‘Mukhyamantri Solar Pump Yojana’ in 2025 to promote solar irrigation?
[A] Rajasthan
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Punjab
[D] Haryana
Answer: A - What is the key feature of the ‘Viksit Bharat Buildathon’ for students?
[A] Traditional craft competitions
[B] Science quiz competitions
[C] Innovation and technology-based hackathon
[D] Sports events for schools
Answer: C - In 2025, India successfully tested its first indigenous drone with which feature?
[A] Silent operation
[B] Automated reconnaissance
[C] Long endurance flight
[D] Hypersonic speed
Answer: B - The ‘Trade Easy’ platform launched by Bank of India primarily targets which segment?
[A] Agricultural exports
[B] Micro and Small Enterprises (MSMEs)
[C] Large industries
[D] Automotive sector
Answer: B - Which airline launched India’s first electric commercial aircraft in 2025?
[A] Air India
[B] Indigo
[C] Vistara
[D] GoAir
Answer: C - Who was awarded the Bharat Ratna in 2025?
[A] Narendra Modi
[B] Lata Mangeshkar
[C] Ratan Tata
[D] To be declared in early 2026
Answer: D - The ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat 3.0’ campaign focuses on boosting which industry in 2025?
[A] Pharmaceutical and healthcare
[B] Automobile and electric vehicles
[C] Textile and apparel
[D] Defence manufacturing
Answer: D - The India-ASEAN Summit 2025 focused on strengthening cooperation in which area?
[A] Trade and investment
[B] Defence and security
[C] Climate change mitigation
[D] Cultural exchange
Answer: A - Who became India’s youngest-ever female IAS officer in 2025?
[A] Ananya Singh
[B] Radhika Menon
[C] Aditi Sharma
[D] Shreya Patel
Answer: C - What new feature was introduced in FSAP (Financial Sector Assessment Programme) India 2025?
[A] Inclusion of fintech regulation
[B] Focus on environmental risks in finance
[C] Assessment of digital currency preparedness
[D] Review of tax compliance systems
Answer: B - Which Indian state topped the NITI Aayog SDG India Index 2025?
[A] Kerala
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Himachal Pradesh
Answer: D - India’s first Interplanetary Mission to Mars (Mars Orbiter Mission 2) is scheduled for launch in which year?
[A] 2025
[B] 2026
[C] 2027
[D] 2028
Answer: B - Which city was designated as the ‘Cleanest City in India 2025’ by Swachh Survekshan?
[A] Indore
[B] Surat
[C] Mysore
[D] Navi Mumbai
Answer: A - The Indian Railways launched which major electrification project in 2025?
[A] Dedicated Freight Corridor electrification
[B] Complete railway electrification by 2032 roadmap
[C] Solar-powered trains pilot project
[D] Hyperloop feasibility study
Answer: B - The ‘Green Hydrogen Mobility’ project in 2025 is primarily associated with which Indian city?
[A] Bengaluru
[B] Chennai
[C] Pune
[D] Hyderabad
Answer: D - The WHO declared which disease eradicated from India in 2025?
[A] Polio
[B] Malaria
[C] Tuberculosis
[D] Kala Azar
Answer: A - The UNGA 2025 declared which year as International Year of Millets?
[A] 2024
[B] 2025
[C] 2026
[D] 2027
Answer: B - India signed a strategic defence pact with which country in 2025?
[A] France
[B] Australia
[C] Japan
[D] UAE
Answer: D - Which is the newly discovered species of frog named after India’s first woman Prime Minister in 2025?
[A] Indirana Indira
[B] Nasikabatrachus Indirae
[C] Raorchestes Indira
[D] Uperodon Indira
Answer: C
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