Q 1.The Central Adoption Resource Authority is a statutory body of which ministry?
A. Ministry of Women and Child Development
B. Ministry of Social Justice
C. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
D. Ministry of Home Affairs
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Answer:-A. Ministry of Women and Child DevelopmentExplanation
The Central Adoption Resource Authority recently clarified that adoptive parents do not need hard copies of adoption orders as digitally certified copies sent by e-mail are legally valid. The Central Adoption Resource Authority is a statutory body under the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India. It was set up in 1990 as an autonomous body. Under Section 68 of the Juvenile Justice Care and Protection of Children Act 2015, it became a statutory body. It is the nodal agency to monitor and regulate adoption of Indian children within the country and abroad.Q 2.Employment Linked Incentive Scheme was announced in which Union Budget?
A. Union Budget 2024–25
B. Union Budget 2023–24
C. Union Budget 2022–23
D. Union Budget 2021–22
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Answer:-A. Union Budget 2024–25Explanation
Recently, the Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister of India approved the Employment Linked Incentive Scheme. The Employment Linked Incentive Scheme supports employment generation, skill enhancement, and social security in all sectors, with a focus on manufacturing. It was announced in the Union Budget 2024-25 as part of the Prime Minister’s package of five schemes for 4.1 Crore youth with a budget of Rs 2 Lakh Crore. It aims to create over 3.5 Crore jobs in two years, with 1.92 Crore first-time workforce entrants.Q 3.Which country has launched the Global Observing Satellite for Greenhouse gases and Water cycle (GOSAT-GW)?
A. Japan
B. India
C. Australia
D. China
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Answer:-A. JapanExplanation
Recently, Japan launched the Global Observing Satellite for Greenhouse gases and Water cycle (GOSAT-GW) from Tanegashima Space Centre. GOSAT-GW is an Earth observation satellite developed by the Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA). It was launched using the H-2A rocket. Its objectives are to monitor global-mean concentrations of Greenhouse Gases (GHGs), verify national anthropogenic GHG emissions inventories, and detect GHG emissions from large sources like megacities and power plants.Q 4.Which department is the nodal department for implementing the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme?
A. Department of Biotechnology
B. Department of Commerce
C. Department of Science and Technology
D. Department of Heavy Industries
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Answer:-C. Department of Science and TechnologyExplanation
Recently, the Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister of India approved the Research Development and Innovation Scheme with a fund of Rs 1 Lakh Crore. The Research Development and Innovation Scheme aims to give long-term financing or refinancing with low or zero interest rates to boost private sector investment. It will help overcome funding challenges faced by the private sector. The Governing Board of Anusandhan National Research Foundation chaired by the Prime Minister will guide the scheme. The Department of Science and Technology is the nodal department to implement the scheme.Q 5.Which institution has developed the glowing paper sensor for liver cancer detection?
A. Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
B. Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Pune
C. Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru
D. All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
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Answer:-C. Indian Institute of Science, BengaluruExplanation
Recently, scientists at the Indian Institute of Science developed a glowing paper sensor to detect liver cancer. The sensor uses the green glow of Terbium to identify the enzyme beta-glucuronidase, which is a key biomarker for liver cancer. Terbium is a rare-earth metal belonging to the lanthanide series of the periodic table. It appears as a soft, silvery metal. Terbium is recovered from minerals like monazite and bastnaesite, and also from euxenite containing more than 1% terbium. It is used in solid-state devices and low-energy lightbulbs.Q 6.What is the name of the second ship of Project 17A delivered to the Indian Navy?
A. INS Satpura
B. INS Udaygiri
C INS Nilgiri
D. INS Surya
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Answer:-B. INS UdaygiriExplanation
Recently, INS Udaygiri, the second ship of Project 17A stealth frigates, was delivered to the Indian Navy. Project 17A is a follow-on of the Shivalik class frigates under Project 17 already in service. INS Nilgiri is the first indigenously built stealth frigate under Project 17A. A frigate is a multi-role vessel used for protecting fleet surface ships against enemy ships and aerial threats. These multi-mission frigates can operate in a Blue Water environment to tackle both conventional and non-conventional threats around India’s maritime interests.Q 7.World Sports Journalist Day (WSJD) is observed on which day?
A. 1 July
B. 2 July
C. 3 July
D. 4 July
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Answer:-B. 2 JulyExplanation
World Sports Journalists Day (WSJD) is celebrated annually on July 2nd to recognize and honor the contributions of sports journalists. Its objective is to respect the professional integrity and courageous reporting of sports journalists. It also aims to highlight the role of communication media in promoting sports culture. The day acknowledges how journalism helps maintain transparency in sports.Q 8. Which country is the host of Asian Youth Table Tennis Championships 2025?
A. Uzbekistan
B. Indonesia
C. India
D. China
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Answer:-A. UzbekistanExplanation
Recently, India’s Divyanshi Bhowmick won gold in the Under-15 Girls’ Singles at the 29th Asian Youth Table Tennis Championship 2025. She defeated China’s Zhu Qihi 4-2 in the final match. The championship was held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan from June 26 to July 2, 2025. India finished the tournament with one gold, one silver, and two bronze medals.Q 9 .What is “Kombucha” that was recently mentioned in news?
A. Flowering plant
B. Fermented Tea
C. Invasive weed
D. Traditional medicine
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Answer:-B. Fermented TeaExplanation
Recently, an eight-week study in Brazil found that Kombucha improves gut bacteria in people with obesity by increasing good microbes and reducing harmful ones. However, it did not improve blood sugar or inflammation markers. Kombucha is a fermented tea that offers complex flavors without much sugar or caffeine. It originated in northeast China around 220 BCE and was known for its energizing and detoxifying effects. Kombucha is becoming popular in India, with the market growing from $45 million in 2020 to $102 million in 2024.Q 10.Where was the Guru Gorakhnath AYUSH University inaugurated in Uttar Pradesh?
A. Prayagraj
B. Varanasi
C. Lucknow
D. Gorakhpur
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Answer:-D. GorakhpurExplanation
Recently, the President of India inaugurated the Guru Gorakhnath AYUSH University in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. The university was described as a modern centre preserving India’s ancient health traditions and values. It is expected to become a milestone for health services in Uttar Pradesh and the entire country. The President highlighted India’s age-old yoga and health traditions and stressed carrying them forward for development by 2047.Q 11.Where was the first-ever ASEAN–India Cruise Dialogue inaugurated?
A. Mumbai
B. Chennai
C. Bengaluru
D. Hyderabad
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Answer:-B. ChennaiExplanation
Recently, the first-ever ASEAN–India Cruise Dialogue was inaugurated in Chennai, marking a milestone in maritime cooperation between India and Southeast Asian countries. The event took place aboard MV Empress at Chennai Port with over 30 delegates from all ten ASEAN nations and Timor Leste. The dialogue focused on improving cruise connectivity, promoting sustainable tourism, and strengthening cultural and economic links across the Indo-Pacific region.Q 12 .Which ministry has launched the WAVEX Startup Challenge 2025 to develop an AI-powered multilingual translation solution?
A. Ministry of Finance
B. Ministry of Science and Technology
C. Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
D. Ministry of Commerce and Industry
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Answer:-C. Ministry of Information and BroadcastingExplanation
Recently, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting launched the WAVEX Startup Challenge 2025 under its WaveX startup accelerator program. The challenge is titled BhashaSetu – Real-Time Language Tech for Bharat. It is a national hackathon to build Artificial Intelligence-based multilingual translation tools for at least 12 major Indian languages. WaveX is a startup accelerator under the Ministry’s WAVES initiative to promote innovation in media, entertainment, and language technology.Q 13.What is the theme of National Doctor’s Day 2025?
A. Celebrating Resilience and Healing Hands
B. Save the Saviours
C. Behind the Mask: Who Heals the Healers
D. Zero tolerance to violence against doctors
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Answer:-C. Behind the Mask: Who Heals the HealersExplanation
National Doctor’s Day 2025 in India is observed on July 1 to recognise the contributions of physicians to society. The day also marks the birth and death anniversary of Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, a respected doctor, freedom fighter, and former Chief Minister of West Bengal. The theme for this year is Behind the Mask: Who Heals the Healers. India has celebrated National Doctor’s Day since 1991 to honour Dr Roy’s legacy. Dr Roy received the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian award, in 1961 for his medical service.Q 14.Which state government has launched the “Mukhya Mantri Pratigya scheme”?
A. Odisha
B. Madhya Pradesh
C. Jharkhand
D. Bihar
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Answer:-D. BiharExplanation
Recently, Bihar launched the Mukhya Mantri Pratigya scheme to give financial support to youths for internships after Class 12. Youths aged 18–28 with Class 12, Industrial Training Institutes diploma, graduation, or post-graduation will get support for internships lasting 3–12 months. They will get ₹4,000–₹6,000 per month, with extra ₹2,000 for internships outside their district and ₹5,000 outside the state for up to three months. Payment will go directly to bank accounts, monitored by a special committee.Q 15.Where was the fourth International Conference on Financing for Development held?
A. France
B. Spain
C. New Zealand
D. India
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Answer:-B. SpainExplanation
The fourth International Conference on Financing for Development began in Spain, focusing on the debt crisis holding back developing nations. Sovereign debt in developing countries rose from 16% of global debt in 2010 to 30% in 2023, growing twice as fast as in developed nations. Many developing nations face a debt trap dating back to 1970s oil shocks, leading to repeated borrowing to pay earlier loans. More than half of developing nations now spend 8% or more of government revenue on interest payments, limiting funds for healthcare, education, and climate goals.Q 16.What is the rank of India in the Hurun Global Unicorn Index 2025?
A. First
B. Second
C. Third
D. Fourth
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Answer:-C. ThirdExplanation
The Hurun Global Unicorn Index 2025 reported a record 1,523 unicorns, which are privately held startup companies valued over $1 billion. This marks an increase of 70 unicorns compared to last year, with a total combined valuation of $5.6 trillion. The United States of America leads with 758 unicorns, including 55 new ones, and has six of the ten most valuable unicorns. China holds second place with 343 unicorns. India ranks third with 64 unicorns, with Bengaluru at rank 7 globally, Mumbai at 22, and Gurugram debuting at 27.Q 17.Where is India’s first wooden Gurudwara named Sri Nanak Niwas established?
A. Indore, Madhya Pradesh
B. Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
C. Fazlika, Punjab
D. Dehradun, Uttarakhand
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Answer:-C. Fazlika, PunjabExplanation
Recently, India’s first wooden Gurdwara named Sri Nanak Niwas was built in Fazilka, Punjab, inside the police lines. The Gurdwara is crafted using Deodhar wood imported from Finland, known for its strength and resistance to moths, sunlight, and rain. A skilled carpenter from Ludhiana, who has experience building wooden homes abroad, carried out the construction work. This unique wooden shrine is seen as a heartfelt tribute to faith and the spirit of service, known as seva.Q 18.What is the name of the application recently launched by Ministry of Railways to provide one-stop railway-related services?
A. RailYatra
B. RailOne
C. RailSewa
D. RailConnect
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Answer:-B. RailOneExplanation
The Union Railway Minister recently launched the RailOne app in New Delhi. RailOne is a new super app to handle all railway-related passenger needs in one place. It was developed by the Centre for Railway Information Systems, a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) of Indian Railways. RailOne combines services like ticket booking, real-time tracking, food ordering, Passenger Name Record (PNR) status, refunds, porter booking, and last-mile taxi.Q 19.Which institution has released the Financial Stability Report for June 2025?
A. NITI Aayog
B. Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
C. National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)
D. Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
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Answer:-B. Reserve Bank of India (RBI)Explanation
Recently, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released the Financial Stability Report for June 2025. The Financial Stability Report is a twice-yearly report by the Reserve Bank of India. It shows the joint assessment of the Sub-Committee of the Financial Stability and Development Council on risks to financial stability and the strength of the Indian financial system. The report highlights that India continues to drive global growth due to solid economic fundamentals and wise policies. Risks include geopolitical tensions, trade disruptions, and weather-related uncertainties.Q 20. Where is the Wandan mud volcano located?
A. Japan
B. Taiwan
C. Philippines
D. Indonesia
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Answer:-B. TaiwanExplanation
Recently, the Wandan mud volcano in Taiwan erupted, sending bubbling mud into the air while locals set the escaping gases on fire with burning rags. A mud volcano is a small cone of mud and clay, usually less than a few meters high. It forms from hot water mixed with fine sediment, which either flows gently like lava or bursts out like a fountain due to volcanic gas and boiling water. The craters are shallow and erupt mud on and off, rebuilding cones that erode easily. Mud volcanoes, also called mud domes or sedimentary volcanoes, release gases like methane, carbon dioxide, and nitrogen along with often salty or acidic water.Q 21.Which group of nations launched the “At Sea Observer Mission” to boost maritime cooperation?
A. BRICS
B. ASEAN
C. SAARC
D. QUAD
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Answer:-D. QUADExplanation
Recently, the QUAD nations launched their first-ever At Sea Observer Mission to strengthen maritime cooperation. QUAD includes the Coast Guards of India, Japan, the United States, and Australia. The mission aims to boost maritime security and teamwork in the Indo-Pacific under the Wilmington Declaration. Two officers, including women, from each country have joined the United States Coast Guard Cutter Stratton, now heading to Guam.Q 22.Which organization has developed the SACHET system to send real-time disaster alerts across India?
A. Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT)
B. Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
C. Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
D. National Informatics Centre
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Answer:-A. Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT)Explanation
Recently, the Department of Telecommunications and National Disaster Management Authority have been improving mobile disaster alerts to give timely warnings to people. The National Disaster Management Authority has operationalized the Integrated Alert System called SACHET, developed by Centre for Development of Telematics, based on the Common Alerting Protocol from the International Telecommunication Union. SACHET works in all 36 States and Union Territories and has sent over 6,899 crore Short Message Service alerts in more than 19 Indian languages during disasters. Now, Cell Broadcast technology is being tested to send alerts in near real-time during emergencies like tsunamis, earthquakes, or chemical hazards.Q 23.India Energy Stack is an initiative of which ministry?
A. Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
B. Ministry of Commerce and Industry
C. Ministry of Power
D. Ministry of Science and Technology
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Answer:-C. Ministry of PowerExplanation
Recently, the Ministry of Power announced a task force to develop the India Energy Stack, a new digital platform for the energy sector. The India Energy Stack is a Digital Public Infrastructure to create a secure, standard, and open system for managing and innovating across the electricity sector. It will give unique identification numbers for consumers, assets, and transactions. It will allow real-time, consent-based data sharing and use open Application Programming Interfaces for smooth integration.Q 24. Which state has recorded the highest number of faunal discoveries in 2024?
A. Kerala
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Maharashtra
D. Karnataka
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Answer:-A. KeralaExplanation
Recently, the Union Minister for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change released details of new Animal Discoveries and Plant Discoveries for 2024. The Zoological Survey of India publishes Animal Discoveries, while the Botanical Survey of India publishes Plant Discoveries every year. In 2024, India added 683 new faunal species, including 459 new species and 224 new records. It also added 433 plant taxa, with 410 species and 23 infra-specific taxa. Kerala topped faunal discoveries with 101 species, followed by Karnataka with 82, and Tamil Nadu with 63. In the northeast, Arunachal Pradesh found 72 species, Meghalaya 42, and West Bengal 56. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands recorded 43 faunal discoveries.Q 25.What is the name of the programme under which the Union government recently fast-tracked the launch of 52 dedicated surveillance satellites?
A. Defence Satellite Initiative
B. Space-Based Surveillance-III
C. Secure Space Communications
D. Military Reconnaissance Network
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Answer:-B. Space-Based Surveillance-IIIExplanation
Recently, the Union government ordered fast-tracking of 52 surveillance satellites under the Space-Based Surveillance-III (SBS-III) programme. The SBS-III was approved in October 2023 by the Cabinet Committee on Security led by the Prime Minister. It plans 21 satellites by Indian Space Research Organisation and 31 by private companies. The first launch is due by April 2026, with the full network ready by 2029. The Defence Space Agency under Integrated Defence Staff leads this project and coordinates with Indian Space Research Organisation, Defence Research and Development Organisation, and the armed forces for space security.Q 26.Which Indian player won the United States Open badminton title 2025?
A. Ayush Shetty
B. Lakshya Sen
C. HS Prannoy
D. Chirag Shetty
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Answer:-A. Ayush ShettyExplanation
Recently, Ayush Shetty from Karnataka won the prestigious United States Open badminton title at Council Bluffs, Iowa, becoming the first Indian to win a men’s singles title there since Lakshya Sen’s 2023 Canada Open win. Ayush’s first international title followed consistent performances against top players like Loh Kean Yew and Kidambi Srikanth. Ayush earlier won a bronze at the 2023 World Junior Championships and was runner-up in other tournaments.Q 27.Which organization has released the “A World of Debt Report 2025”?
A. World Bank
B. United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
C. International Monetary Fund (IMF)
D. Asian Development Bank (ADB)
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Answer:-B. United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)Explanation
Recently, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development released the A World of Debt Report 2025, highlighting a global debt surge worsened by recent crises. Global Public Debt reached a record $102 trillion in 2024. It may rise to 100% of Gross Domestic Product by 2030 if current trends continue. Developing countries hold less than one-third ($31 trillion) of this debt, but their debt has grown twice as fast since 2010. In developing regions, Asia and Oceania account for 24%, Latin America and the Caribbean 5%, and Africa 2% of global public debt. Developing countries face borrowing costs two to four times higher than the United States.Q 28.Which day is observed as Goods and Services Tax (GST) Day every year?
A. 1 July
B. 2 July
C. 3 July
D. 4 July
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Answer:-A. 1 JulyExplanation
Recently, India celebrated GST Day on July 1 to mark eight years since the Goods and Services Tax was implemented in 2017. Goods and Services Tax transformed the indirect tax system by making compliance easier, reducing business costs, and enabling free movement of goods across states. It boosted transparency and efficiency, supporting a stronger and more unified economy. In 2024–2025, gross Goods and Services Tax collections reached a record ₹22.08 lakh crore. This shows a 9.4 percent yearly growth, reflecting better tax compliance and higher formalisation of the economy.Q 29.Which day is observed as World Asteroid Day every year?
A. 27 June
B. 28 June
C. 29 June
D. 30 June
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Answer:-D. 30 JuneExplanation
The world celebrates June 30 as World Asteroid Day to mark the Tunguska event, a huge asteroid explosion over Siberia, Russia, in 1908. The Tunguska event flattened about 2,000 square kilometres of forest with energy equal to 185 Hiroshima bombs. World Asteroid Day aims to raise awareness about asteroid risks and encourage investment in space science and technology. The United Nations General Assembly passed resolution A/RES/71/90 in 2016 to declare June 30 as International Asteroid Day after a proposal from the Association of Space Explorers, supported by the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS).Q 30.Which country has recently launched a climate monitoring satellite on its H-2A rocket?
A. France
B. China
C. Japan
D. India
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Answer:-C. JapanExplanation
Recently, Japan successfully launched a climate monitoring satellite on its H-2A rocket, which made its final flight before retiring. The H-2A lifted off from Tanegashima Space Center carrying the Global Observing Satellite for Greenhouse gases and Water cycle (GOSAT-GW) to track carbon, methane, and water cycles. The launch faced delays due to electrical issues but succeeded, marking the 50th mission of H-2A since 2001 with a 98% success rate. GOSAT-GW will soon share high-resolution data globally, including with the United States National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).Q 31.Who won the 2025 Shakti Bhatt Prize for her debut memoir The Lucky Ones?
A. Kiran Desai
B. Shashi Deshpande
C. Geetanjali Shree
D. Zara Chowdhary
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Answer:-D. Zara ChowdharyExplanation
The Shakti Bhatt Prize 2025 was awarded to debut author Zara Chowdhary for her memoir The Lucky Ones, about surviving the 2002 Gujarat riots. She will receive a cash prize of Rs 2 lakh with the award. This year marks the final Shakti Bhatt Prize, which started in 2008 to honour debut authors in memory of publisher Shakti Bhatt, who died in 2007. The prize celebrated South Asian literature from countries like India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, remaining independent and free from corporate sponsorship.Q 32.Which institute organized the Ladakh Astro Tourism Festival?
A. National Institute of Science Education and Research
B. Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore
C. Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research, Pune
D. India Institute of Technology, New Delhi
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Answer:-B. Indian Institute of Astrophysics, BangaloreExplanation
Recently, the first-ever Ladakh Astro Tourism Festival concluded in Leh, organised by the Tourism Department with the Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore, to boost astro tourism and science tourism. The two-day festival aimed to promote Ladakh as a top destination for astro tourism because of its high altitude, dry weather, low light pollution, and clear skies, perfect for stargazing and observing the Milky Way.Q 33 .A 5,300-year-old Early Harappan settlement and burial was recently discovered in which state?
A. Gujarat
B. Haryana
C. Rajasthan
D. Punjab
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Answer:-A. GujaratExplanation
A 5,300-year-old Early Harappan settlement and burial was recently discovered in Lakhapar village, Kutch district, Gujarat, by the University of Kerala’s Department of Archaeology. The site dates to around 3300–2600 BCE and builds on previous finds at Juna Khatiya, another Early Harappan cemetery nearby. A human burial was found directly in a pit without markers, using Pre-Prabhas pottery linked to Chalcolithic cultures of Saurashtra like Prabhas Patan and Datrana. Harappan-style sandstone and shale structures show planned construction and social organisation.Q 34.Which ministry has released the Sustainable Development Goals-National Indicator Framework Progress Report 2025?
A. Ministry of Finance
B. Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
C. Ministry of Home Affairs
D. Ministry of Science and Technology
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Answer:-B. Ministry of Statistics and Programme ImplementationExplanation
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation released the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) National Indicator Framework Progress Report 2025 on the 19th Statistics Day. The report shows India’s progress on 284 indicators across 17 SDG goals. Maternal and child health, education, poverty reduction, and climate change efforts have improved since 2015–16. Social protection coverage rose to 64.3% in 2025 from 22% in 2016. Senior citizen assistance rose to 1,57,000 in 2023–24 from 23,000 in 2015. Gross Value Added (GVA) in agriculture per worker rose to ₹94,110 in 2024–25 from ₹61,247 in 2015–16.Q 35 .Kariyachalli Island, that was recently seen in news, is located in which state?
A. Maharashtra
B. Karnataka
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Kerala
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Answer:-C. Tamil NaduExplanation
After restoring Vaan island, the Tamil Nadu government has started restoring Kariyachalli island, which is located in Tamil Nadu within the Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park, under the Tamil Nadu Sustainably Harnessing Ocean Resource (TNSHORE) initiative. Kariyachalli island near Thoothukudi has shrunk from 20.85 hectares in 1969 to about 3 hectares in 2025 due to erosion and loss of sediment. The ₹50 crore project is funded by the state government and the World Bank.Q 36.Which state government has launched a Hedging Desk to help farmers get a fair price for agricultural produce under SMART project?
A. Gujarat
B. Maharashtra
C. Bihar
D. Jharkhand
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Answer:-B. MaharashtraExplanation
Maharashtra has launched a hedging desk in Pune to help farmers lock in prices, reduce risks, and boost incomes under the SMART Project, which stands for Balasaheb Thackeray Agribusiness and Rural Transformation Project. The desk will first cover cotton, turmeric, and maize crops to protect farmers from market price fluctuations. The initiative will expand to include more crops in the future. It is supported by the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange and its research wing National Institute of Commodity Research (NICR).Q 37.Which ministry has launched the ‘Safai Apnao, Bimaari Bhagao’ (SABB) campaign from 1 to 31 July 2025?
A. Ministry of Urban Development
B. Ministry of Rural Development
C. Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
D. Ministry of Panchayati Raj
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Answer:-C. Ministry of Housing and Urban AffairsExplanation
With the monsoon season starting, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban (SBM-U) launched the ‘Safai Apnao, Bimaari Bhagao’ (SABB) campaign from 1 to 31 July 2025. The campaign aims to reduce health risks from water-borne and vector-borne diseases by promoting hygiene and clean surroundings. Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) will focus on drain cleaning, garbage hotspot reduction, and awareness drives. It partners with Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs), Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), and other ministries to strengthen public health.Q 38 .INS Tabar, that was recently seen in news, belongs to which class of frigates?
A. Shivalik-class
B. Talwar-class
C. Nilgiri-class
D. Brahmaputra-class
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Answer:-B. Talwar-classExplanation
Recently, the Indian Navy’s Indian Naval Ship Tabar (INS Tabar) acted quickly to rescue crew members after a fire broke out on an oil vessel in the Gulf of Oman. INS Tabar (F44) is the third Talwar-class frigate of the Indian Navy. It was built in Russia. It is one of the earliest stealth frigates of the Indian Navy. It operates under the Western Fleet based in Mumbai within the Western Naval Command.Q 39.A new flowering plant species named Begonia nyishiorum was recently discovered in which state?
A. Manipur
B. Assam
C. Sikkim
D. Arunachal Pradesh
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Answer:-D. Arunachal PradeshExplanation
Forest officials in Arunachal Pradesh recently discovered a new flowering plant species named Begonia nyishiorum in the East Kameng district. Begonia nyishiorum is a flowering plant that grows only in East Kameng, making it an endemic species. It grows on moist, shaded mountain slopes at altitudes between 1,500 and 3,000 metres above sea level. The name “nyishiorum” honours the Nyishi tribal community for their forest protection efforts.Q 40.The GoIStats mobile application is an initiative of which institution?
A. NITI Aayog
B. Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
C. National Sample Survey Office (NSO)
D. Ministry of Finance
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Answer:-C. National Sample Survey Office (NSO)Explanation
Recently, the National Sample Survey Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) launched the Government of India Statistics (GoIStats) mobile application on Statistics Day 2025. The GoIStats app aims to build a strong data ecosystem where everyone can easily access official data anytime. It has an interactive Key Trends dashboard showing important socio-economic indicators like Gross Domestic Product (GDP), inflation, and employment through dynamic visuals.Q 40.What is “Myogenesis” that was recently mentioned in news?
A. Formation and development of muscle fibers
B. Newly discovered species of Fish
C. Traditional medicine
D. Formation of nerve cells
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Answer:-A. Formation and development of muscle fibersExplanation
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla recently launched path-breaking Myogenesis experiments on the International Space Station (ISS), showing India’s progress in space research. Myogenesis is the process of forming muscle fibers. It is a complex and controlled process important for developing and maintaining skeletal muscle tissue. Myogenesis helps build body muscles that support movement, posture, and metabolism. It happens through the transformation of precursor cells called myoblasts into multinucleated muscle fibers. Studying myogenesis helps understand muscle diseases and develop therapies.Q 41 .Football for Schools (F4S) programme is run by FIFA in collaboration with which organization?
A. World Health Organization (WHO)
B. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
C. World Bank
D United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
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Answer:-B. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)Explanation
Recently, the Union Minister for Education distributed Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) footballs under the Football for Schools (F4S) programme at PM Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI) Kendriya Vidyalaya, Fort William, Kolkata, West Bengal. It is run by FIFA in collaboration with United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). It aims to help educate, develop, and empower about 700 million children. In India, it runs through the Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL) with help from the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and Sports Authority of India (SAI).Q 42.The Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students (CSSS) is implemented by which ministry?
A. Ministry of Finance
B. Ministry of Education
C Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
D. Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
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Answer:-B. Ministry of EducationExplanation
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) recently announced the Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students (CSSS) for the academic year 2025–26 and invited applications through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in. The scheme is officially called “Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Protsahan (PM-USP) Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students” and is run by the Department of Higher Education under the Ministry of Education. It aims to provide financial help to bright students from poor families to support their daily expenses while pursuing higher studies.Q 43 .What kind of disease is “Trachoma” that was recently mentioned in Mann Ki Baat programme?
A. Blood infection
B. Cardiovascular disease
C. Bacterial eye disease
D. Respiratory disease
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Answer:-C. Bacterial eye diseaseExplanation
Recently, in the ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme, the Prime Minister of India announced that India has been declared free of Trachoma, a bacterial eye disease. Trachoma is caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis and spreads through contact with the eyes, eyelids, or throat secretions of infected people. The World Health Organization (WHO) calls it a neglected tropical disease, affecting around 150 million people worldwide. In 2017, India was declared free from infective Trachoma, with surveillance continuing until 2024.Q 44 .Which state has become the first in India to launch e-voting through mobile applications for municipal body elections?
A. Uttarakhand
B. Jharkhand
C. Haryana
D. Bihar
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Answer:-D. BiharExplanation
Bihar recently became the first state in India to launch electronic voting (e-Voting) through mobile applications for municipal body elections and by-polls. Polling is happening in six Nagar Panchayats and 36 other municipal bodies. This facility is meant for people who cannot go to polling booths to vote. Senior citizens, disabled people, and pregnant women can use this option. Voters need to install the Electronic State Election Commission Bihar (E-SECBHR) app, which is currently available only for Android users.Q 45.Which traditional painting was gifted by India’s Defence Minister to his Chinese counterpart during the SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting?
A. Warli painting
B. Pattachitra painting
C Madhubani painting
D. Kalamkari painting
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Answer:-C Madhubani paintingExplanation
India’s Defence Minister recently gifted a Madhubani painting to his Chinese counterpart during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Qingdao, China. Madhubani painting, also called Mithila painting, comes from the Madhubani district in the Mithila region of Bihar. It is traditionally made by women using fingers, twigs, nib-pens, matchsticks, and brushes with natural dyes and bright earthy colours.Q 46.Which country has launched the Synthetic Human Genome Project (SynHG), aiming to construct human DNA from scratch?
A. France
B. United Kingdom
C. Australia
D. Japan
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Answer:-B. United KingdomExplanation
The United Kingdom has officially launched the Synthetic Human Genome Project, a groundbreaking effort to build human DNA from scratch. This project shifts from reading DNA, like in the Human Genome Project, to writing and assembling it synthetically. Scientists aim to create disease-resistant cells to repair damaged organs such as the heart, liver, and immune system. It could help treat genetic and age-related diseases by studying how genes control repair and development. Critics warn about ethical concerns like designer humans and synthetic life.Q 47.Where was the Annual Conference of Zone II of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) held?
A. Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh
B. Dehradun, Uttarakhand
C. Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
D. Indore, Madhya Pradesh
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