Current Affairs Quiz — 27 September 2025
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Who represented India at the General Debate of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly on 27 September 2025?
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Correct answer: A — S. Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar delivered India's statement at the General Debate on 27 September 2025.
At UNGA 80, EAM Jaishankar said India has undertaken more than 600 development projects in how many countries?
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Correct answer: C — 78
The minister cited more than 600 development projects in 78 countries as part of India's contribution to the Global South.
Which line did EAM Jaishankar use to conclude his call for international cooperation at UNGA 80?
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Correct answer: B — "Islands of prosperity cannot flourish in an ocean of turbulence"
The minister said "International cooperation must prevail because islands of prosperity cannot flourish in an ocean of turbulence".
Consider the following statements about EAM Jaishankar's address at UNGA 80: 1. The minister called for expanding only the non-permanent membership of the Security Council. 2. The minister said the UN had overcome gridlock through recent reforms. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Both are wrong: he called for expanding both permanent and non-permanent membership, and said the UN "remains gridlocked" and is in a state of crisis owing to resistance to reform.
Who heads the one-member Commission of Inquiry set up by the Tamil Nadu government into the Karur stampede of 27 September 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Retired judge Aruna Jagadeesan
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin constituted a one-member Commission of Inquiry headed by retired High Court judge Aruna Jagadeesan.
What was the final death toll of the Karur stampede at the TVK rally, reached on 29 September 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 41
At least 39 died on 27 September; the toll rose to 41 on 29 September when a woman under treatment died.
What ex-gratia did the Prime Minister announce from the PMNRF for the next of kin of each person who died in the Karur stampede?
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Correct answer: B — ₹2 lakh
The PM announced ₹2 lakh from the PMNRF per deceased and ₹50,000 for the injured; ₹10 lakh was the Tamil Nadu government's relief.
Consider the following statements about the Karur stampede of 27 September 2025: 1. The Tamil Nadu government announced ₹10 lakh for the family of each person who died. 2. The stampede took place in Karur's Velusamypuram during a rally of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: the State announced ₹10 lakh per deceased, and the stampede occurred at Velusamypuram during a TVK rally addressed by Vijay.
From which place in Odisha did PM Modi commission BSNL's indigenous 4G network of over 97,500 towers on 27 September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Jharsuguda
The PM launched works worth over ₹60,000 crore, including the 4G towers, in Jharsuguda, Odisha.
Under which fund were over 18,900 of the 4G sites commissioned on 27 September 2025 financed, to connect about 26,700 unconnected villages?
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Correct answer: D — Digital Bharat Nidhi
Over 18,900 4G sites were funded under the Digital Bharat Nidhi to connect around 26,700 unconnected villages.
How many IITs' expansion did PM Modi lay the foundation stone for at Jharsuguda on 27 September 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Eight
The PM laid foundation stones for expanding eight IITs – Tirupati, Palakkad, Bhilai, Jammu, Dharwad, Jodhpur, Patna and Indore – at about ₹11,000 crore.
The MERITE scheme launched by PM Modi on 27 September 2025 is meant to improve quality and research in how many state engineering and polytechnic institutions?
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Correct answer: C — 275
MERITE covers 275 state engineering and polytechnic institutions across the country.
Consider the following statements about the Jharsuguda programme of 27 September 2025: 1. The 4G towers commissioned were built for about ₹37,000 crore and are solar-powered. 2. The Amrit Bharat Express flagged off runs between Berhampur and Howrah. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: the Amrit Bharat Express runs between Berhampur and Udhna (Surat).
With the inclusion of the Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve on 27 September 2025, how many Indian biosphere reserves are in UNESCO's World Network of Biosphere Reserves?
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Correct answer: C — 13
The Cold Desert addition took India's tally in the WNBR to 13.
In which district of Himachal Pradesh is the Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve, added to UNESCO's network in September 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Lahaul–Spiti
The 7,770 sq km reserve lies in Lahaul–Spiti district.
Which protected area is part of the Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve listed by UNESCO in 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Pin Valley National Park
The reserve covers Pin Valley National Park, Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary and Chandratal.
Consider the following statements about the Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve: 1. It was added to the WNBR at a UNESCO MAB meeting held in Paris. 2. It covers about 7,770 sq km at altitudes of 3,300 to 6,600 metres. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Statement 1 is wrong: the designation was made in Hangzhou, China. Statement 2 is correct.
Which edition of the World Para Athletics Championships began in New Delhi on 27 September 2025?
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Correct answer: A — 12th
New Delhi hosts the 12th edition, India's first time as host.
At which venue is the World Para Athletics Championships 2025 being held?
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Correct answer: B — Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi
The championships are held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi, from 27 September to 5 October 2025.
India became the fourth Asian country to host the World Para Athletics Championships. Which of the following was NOT one of the earlier Asian hosts?
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Correct answer: D — China
The earlier Asian hosts were Qatar (2015), the UAE (2019) and Japan (2024).
What was the theme of World Tourism Day 2025, observed on 27 September?
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Correct answer: D — Tourism and Sustainable Transformation
The 2025 theme was 'Tourism and Sustainable Transformation'.
Who was the chief guest at the Ministry of Tourism's World Tourism Day event on 27 September 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Suman Bery
NITI Aayog Vice Chairperson Suman Bery was chief guest; MoS Suresh Gopi presided.
In which part of the ICAO Council was India re-elected on 27 September 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Part II
India was re-elected to Part II, which comprises States making the largest contribution to facilities for international civil air navigation.
In which city was the 42nd ICAO Assembly, where India was re-elected to the ICAO Council, held?
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Correct answer: B — Montreal
The election took place on 27 September 2025 during the 42nd ICAO Assembly in Montreal.
Consider the following statements about the ICAO Council: 1. The ICAO Council has 36 members elected by the Assembly for a three-year term. 2. India has been a member of ICAO since its founding in 1944. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: the 36-member Council is elected for three years by the 193-State Assembly, and India is a founding member since 1944.
What was the theme of the Global Food Regulators Summit 2025 hosted by FSSAI in New Delhi?
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Correct answer: C — Yatha Annam Tatha Manah
The theme was 'Yatha Annam Tatha Manah', meaning 'as is the food, so is the mind'.