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1. The Canary Island archipelago, recently seen in the news, is located in which ocean?
[A] Atlantic Ocean
[B] Pacific Ocean
[C] Indian Ocean
Correct Answer: A [Atlantic Ocean]
Notes:
Rescue teams are searching for 48 missing migrants after their boat overturned near Spain’s Canary Islands. The Canary Islands are an archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean, about 1300 km south of mainland Spain and 115 km west of Morocco.
2. Which country recently supported India’s bid for permanent membership in the UN Security Council?
[A] Nepal
[B] Sri Lanka
[C] Bhutan
Correct Answer: C [Bhutan]
Notes:
Bhutan, which recently graduated from the Least Developed Countries (LDC) category, highlighted the need for a more representative and effective Security Council to reflect current global realities.
3. Which state is Peechi Wildlife Sanctuary, recently seen in the news, located in?
[A] Maharashtra
[B] Kerala
[C] Karnataka
Correct Answer: B [Kerala]
Notes:
Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary, established in 1958, covers 125 sq. km in Thrissur. It is located in the catchment area of Peechi and Vazhani Dams and is part of the Palapilli-Nelliampathy forests.
4. Mahakaleshwar Temple, recently seen in the news due to temple collapse, is located in which state?
[A] Madhya Pradesh
[B] Karnataka
[C] Tamil Nadu
Correct Answer: [A] Madhya Pradesh
Notes:
The Mahakaleshwar Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is located on the banks of the Shipra River in Ujjain. It is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and dates back to at least the 6th century BC, though it was reconstructed in the 18th century.
5. Recently, who won the gold medal in the men’s 5,000-meter race at the World Athletics Continental Tour?
[A] Gulveer Singh
[B] Prakash Tomar
[C] Vijendra Sharma
Correct Answer: A [Gulveer Singh]
Notes:
Gulveer Singh, a 26-year-old Indian athlete, won gold in the 5,000m race at Japan’s World Athletics Continental Tour. He set a new national record of 13 minutes and 11.82 seconds, breaking his earlier record of 13 minutes and 18.92 seconds.
6. What agricultural practices were highlighted by tribal communities in Rajasthan at the Dasra Philanthropy Forum 2024?
[A] Climate-aligned agricultural practices
[B] Industrial farming
[C] Commercial agriculture
Correct Answer: A [Climate-aligned agricultural practices]
Notes:
The Dasra Philanthropy Forum-2024 highlighted the adoption of climate-aligned agricultural practices by tribal communities in southern Rajasthan. Indigenous knowledge and community governance were emphasized, showcasing how these practices prioritize local food production over market-driven economies.
7. NAMASTE Scheme, recently seen in the news, is related to which group of workers?
[A] Sanitation workers
[B] Health workers
[C] Construction workers
Correct Answer: [A] Sanitation workers
Notes:
The Indian government launched the NAMASTE program to support sewer and septic tank workers (SSWs) and mechanized sewer cleaning. Over 38,000 workers have been profiled, with 68.9% from Scheduled Castes, 14.7% from Other Backward Classes, and 8.3% from Scheduled Tribes.
8. According to recent data, which country has a growing trade deficit with India, exceeding $100 billion in FY24?
[A] China
[B] Ukraine
[C] Iran
Correct Answer: A [China]
Notes:
According to recent data, China has a growing trade deficit with India, exceeding $100 billion in FY24, making it India’s largest trade deficit partner; this is due to significantly higher imports from China compared to exports to that country.
9. Recently, who received the ‘Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award for 2022?
[A] Mithun Chakraborty
[B] Amitabh Bachchan
[C] Dharmendra
Correct Answer: A [Mithun Chakraborty]
Notes:
Legendary actor Mithun Chakraborty receives the Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award for 2022, India’s highest cinema honor. Presented annually at the National Film Awards by the Directorate of Film Festivals, it recognizes outstanding contributions to Indian cinema.
10. Recently, which ministry launched the “Jal hi AMRIT” program to encourage states and UTs to promote efficient water reuse?
[A] Ministry of Jal Shakti
[B] Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
[C] Ministry of Urban Development
Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs]
Notes:
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) launched the “Jal Hi AMRIT” program under AMRUT 2.0 to enhance the quality of treated wastewater and promote its recycling in urban areas.
11.‘Mount Erebus’, recently seen in the news, is located in which continent?
[A] Australia
[B] Europe
[C] Antarctica
Correct Answer: C [Antarctica]
Notes:
Mount Erebus, Antarctica’s second-largest volcano, unexpectedly spews gold dust, surprising scientists. Typically, the volcano releases steam, gases, and rocks, but now tiny crystallized gold particles are also emerging.
12. ‘ Harpoon Missile,’ recently seen in the news, is developed by which country?
[A] [United States of America]
[B] Germany
[C] France
Correct Answer: D [United States of America]
Notes:
Taiwan received the first shipment of 100 land-based Harpoon anti-ship missile systems from the U.S. The Harpoon missile (RGM-84/UGM-84/AGM-84) has been in service since 1977 with air, ship, and sub-launched versions.
13. What is the projected fiscal deficit for India in 2024-25 as a percentage of GDP?
[A] 5.6%
[B] 4.9%
[C] 6.5%
Correct Answer: B [4.9%]
Notes:
India’s fiscal deficit in the 2024-25 financial year is projected to be 4.9% of the GDP, a reduction from 5.6% in 2023-24.
14. What is the objective of the ‘SARTHIE 1.0’ initiative, recently launched by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment and NALSA?
[A] Increase the GDP of the country
[B] Empower disadvantaged communities through awareness and legal support
[C] Promote tourism in India
Correct Answer: B [Empower disadvantaged communities through awareness and legal support]
Notes:
The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment and the National Legal Services Authority launched SARTHIE 1.0 to empower underprivileged communities like Scheduled Castes, Transgenders, and Nomadic Tribes
15. How much total financial assistance has the Centre approved for flood-affected states?
[A] 600 crore rupees
[B] 675 crore rupees
[C] 700 crore rupees
Correct Answer: B [675 crore rupees]
Notes:
The Centre has approved ₹675 crore from the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) to support flood-affected states Gujarat, Manipur, and Tripura. Gujarat will receive ₹600 crore, Manipur ₹50 crore, and Tripura ₹25 crore due to heavy rainfall, floods, and landslides this monsoon.
16. The five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical Telescope (FAST), which was featured in the news, is located in which country?
[A] Australia
[B] Russia
[C] China
Correct Answer: C [China]
Notes:
China has begun the second phase of expanding the Five-Hundred Aperture Spherical Telescope (FAST). Located in Guizhou Province, FAST is the world’s largest and most sensitive radio telescope, with a diameter of 500 meters and a receiving area equal to 30 football fields.
17. What is the name of the Indian Navy’s sailing vessel used in the Navika Sagar Parikrama Expedition II?
[A] INS Tarini
[B] INS Mhadei
[C] INS Vikrant
Correct Answer: A [INS Tarini]
Notes:
INSV Tarini sailed for the Navika Sagar Parikrama II, flagged off by Chief of Naval Staff Adm Dinesh K Tripathi on October 2, 2024. This is the first global circumnavigation by Indian women in double-handed mode, showcasing India’s maritime strength and commitment to women’s empowerment.
18.Recently, who received the Kalaiah Krishnamurthy National Award for researching gummy stem blight in bottle gourd?
[A] SS Dey
[B] Dhananjaya M.V.
[C] Asima Chatterjee
Correct Answer: B [Dhananjaya M.V. ]
Notes:
Dhananjaya M.V., a principal scientist at the Indian Institute of Horticultural Research, received the Kalaiah Krishnamurthy National Award for his significant contributions to developing gummy stem blight-resistant bottle gourd varieties.
19. Which ships are part of the First Training Squadron (1TS) that recently arrived in Bandar Abbas, Iran?
[A] INS Vikrant, INS Kora, ICGS Vishwast
[B] INS Tir, INS Shardul, ICGS Veera
[C] INS Karanj, INS Kulish, ICGS Sarang
Correct Answer: B [INS Tir, INS Shardul, ICGS Veera]
Notes:
The INS Tir, INS Shardul, and ICGS Veera visited Bandar Abbas, Iran, as part of India’s First Training Squadron. This deployment aims to enhance maritime security and cooperation between the Indian Navy and the Iranian Navy. Activities include professional exchanges and Maritime Partnership Exercises (MPX).
20. In which tiger reserve was a herpetofauna survey that recorded 33 reptiles and 36 amphibian species?
[A] Anamalai Tiger Reserve
[B] Mudumalai Tiger Reserve
[C] Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve
Correct Answer: B [Mudumalai Tiger Reserve]
Notes:
A recent herpetofauna survey in the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve, now called the MTR Masinagudi Division, found rich biodiversity, including species likely new to science.
21. Which country will host the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup in 2025?
[A] India
[B] Nepal
[C] Bhutan
Correct Answer: A [India]
Notes:
The inaugural Kho Kho World Cup, announced by the Kho Kho Federation of India and the International Kho Kho Federation, will be held in India in 2025. The event will feature 24 countries from 6 continents, with 16 teams for both men and women.
22. Which state government has partnered with Wales for the 25th edition of the Hornbill Festival?
[A] Assam
[B] Mizoram
[C] Nagaland
Correct Answer: C [Nagaland]
Notes:
Nagaland signed Wales as a Country Partner for the 25th Hornbill Festival. Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio announced the agreement with the Welsh Government, British Council, and Wales Arts International during his visit to Wales.
23. What is ‘Vuhledar,’ recently captured by Russian forces in Ukraine?
[A] Historical city
[B] Coal mining town
[C] Military base
Correct Answer: B [Coal mining town]
Notes:
Vuhledar, meaning “gift of coal,” is a coal mining town in eastern Ukraine’s Donetsk region. With a pre-war population of around 14,000, it was built in the 1960s by the Soviet Union. It has significant coal reserves and has been a focal point in the ongoing conflict.
24. What kind of disorder is ‘Sickle Cell Disease’?
[A] Inherited blood disorder
[B] Respiratory disorder
[C] Brain disorder
Correct Answer: A [Inherited blood disorder]
Notes:
Pfizer announced it will withdraw its sickle cell disease therapy, Oxbryta, from global markets due to new clinical data linking it to fatal events. Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is an inherited blood disorder caused by flawed hemoglobin.
25. Silicosis, recently highlighted in the news, is primarily caused by prolonged exposure to what substance?
[A] Silica dust
[B] Lead
[C] Zinc
Correct Answer: A [Silica dust]
Notes:
Silicosis is an incurable occupational disease caused by inhaling silica dust, which is often found in mining environments. This dust hardens the lungs, leading to severe respiratory issues.
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