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IBPS RRB Current Affairs Quiz — All time

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Hindustan Copper and Oil India sign MoU on critical and strategic minerals
Q1 Advanced

Hindustan Copper Limited signed an MoU on critical and strategic minerals with which Maharatna PSU on 19 September 2025?

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Correct answer: A — Oil India Limited

HCL signed the MoU with Oil India Limited, a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.

MeitY unveils logo and flagship initiatives of India-AI Impact Summit 2026; eight foundation model projects launched
Q2

Where will the India-AI Impact Summit 2026 be held?

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Correct answer: D — Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

The India-AI Impact Summit 2026 will be held on 19–20 February 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

Q3 Advanced

Which three 'Sutras' guide the India-AI Impact Summit 2026?

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Correct answer: A — People, Planet, Progress

The Summit is guided by the principles or Sutras of People, Planet and Progress.

Q4 Advanced

Which emblem forms the core identity of the official logo of the India-AI Impact Summit 2026?

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Correct answer: B — Ashoka Chakra

The logo's identity is the Ashoka Chakra, an emblem of ethical governance and constitutional values, with neural network flares radiating outward.

Q5 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the India-AI Impact Summit 2026 announcements of 18 September 2025: 1. The Summit is the first to be hosted by a Global South nation. 2. Eight foundation model projects were launched under the IndiaAI Foundation Models pillar, selected from about 506 proposals. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct. MeitY said the Summit is being hosted for the first time by a Global South nation, and eight foundation model projects selected from about 506 proposals were launched.

Seven Indian natural heritage sites added to UNESCO's Tentative List; India's count rises to 69
Q6

After seven natural sites were added in September 2025, how many Indian properties are on UNESCO's Tentative List of World Heritage Sites?

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Correct answer: A — 69

The inclusion of seven natural sites raised India's count on the Tentative List from 62 to 69 properties.

Q7 Advanced

Which cave serves as the global reference point for the Meghalayan Age of the Holocene Epoch, as cited in the UNESCO Tentative List addition of September 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Mawmluh Cave

The Meghalayan Age Caves, particularly Mawmluh Cave, serve as the global reference point for the Meghalayan Age in the Holocene Epoch.

Q8 Advanced

The Eparchaean Unconformity and the Silathoranam natural arch are features of which site added to UNESCO's Tentative List in September 2025?

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Correct answer: D — Tirumala Hills

Tirumala Hills in Andhra Pradesh feature the Eparchaean Unconformity and the Silathoranam (natural arch), representing over 1.5 billion years of Earth's history.

Q9 Advanced

Consider the following pairs of sites added to UNESCO's Tentative List in September 2025 and their states: 1. Naga Hill Ophiolite — Nagaland 2. Erra Matti Dibbalu — Kerala Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — 1 only

Only pair 1 is correct. Naga Hill Ophiolite is in Nagaland, but Erra Matti Dibbalu (Red Sand Hills) is near Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh; the Kerala site is Varkala Cliffs.

Q10 Advanced

Consider the following statements about UNESCO's Tentative List as described in the Ministry of Culture release of 18 September 2025: 1. Inclusion in the Tentative List is a prerequisite for a site to be nominated to the World Heritage List. 2. After the September 2025 additions, cultural properties make up the largest share of India's Tentative List. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct. Under UNESCO's protocol, Tentative List inclusion is a prerequisite for nomination, and India's 69 properties comprise 49 cultural, 17 natural and 3 mixed sites.

DFS sets 30 September 2025 as last date to opt for Unified Pension Scheme; one-time switch back to NPS allowed
Q11

What was the last date for eligible central government employees and past retirees under NPS to opt for the Unified Pension Scheme?

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Correct answer: D — 30 September 2025

The Department of Financial Services said the last date to opt for UPS is 30 September 2025.

Q12 Advanced

Under the DFS Office Memorandum of 25 August 2025, at least how long before superannuation must a UPS subscriber exercise the one-time switch to NPS?

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Correct answer: A — One year

The switch must be exercised at least one year before superannuation or three months before voluntary retirement, whichever is earlier.

PM Modi speaks with Nepal's interim PM Sushila Karki, offers condolences over protest deaths
Q13

With whom did Prime Minister Narendra Modi hold a telephone conversation on 18 September 2025 as head of Nepal's Interim Government?

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Correct answer: B — Sushila Karki

PM Modi spoke with Sushila Karki, Prime Minister of the Interim Government of Nepal, and congratulated her on her appointment.

Q14 Advanced

For which upcoming occasion did PM Modi extend felicitations to Nepal during his call with PM Sushila Karki on 18 September 2025?

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Correct answer: D — National Day of Nepal

PM Modi extended felicitations on the occasion of the upcoming National Day of Nepal.

Q15 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Modi–Karki telephone call of 18 September 2025: 1. PM Modi extended condolences for the loss of life during the recent protests in Nepal. 2. PM Modi conveyed India's full support to Nepal in its efforts towards restoring peace and stability. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct: the PMO release records condolences for the loss of life during the protests and India's full support for restoring peace and stability in Nepal.

13th India-UAE High Level Joint Task Force on Investments meets in Abu Dhabi
Q16

Which UAE institution's Managing Director co-chaired the 13th meeting of the India-UAE High Level Joint Task Force on Investments in September 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Abu Dhabi Investment Authority

Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Managing Director of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), co-chaired the meeting with Piyush Goyal.

Q17 Advanced

In which year was the India-UAE High Level Joint Task Force on Investments established?

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Correct answer: B — 2013

The Joint Task Force was established in 2013 as a forum for strengthening economic ties and resolving investor issues.

Q18 Advanced

Consider the following statements based on the 13th India-UAE Joint Task Force meeting: 1. India-UAE bilateral non-oil trade reached nearly US$38 billion in the first half of 2025. 2. The India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) was implemented in May 2024. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — 1 only

Only statement 1 is correct. Non-oil trade reached nearly US$38 billion in H1 2025 (+34%), but the CEPA was implemented in May 2022, not 2024.

Maiden India–Greece bilateral naval exercise concludes in the Mediterranean
Q19

Which Indian Navy ship took part in the maiden India–Greece bilateral maritime exercise that concluded on 18 September 2025?

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Correct answer: A — INS Trikand

The Indian Navy was represented by the guided missile stealth frigate INS Trikand.

Q20 Advanced

At which Greek naval base was the harbour phase of the maiden India–Greece maritime exercise held in September 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Salamis

The harbour phase was held from 13 to 17 September 2025 at Salamis Naval Base.

Q21 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the maiden India–Greece bilateral maritime exercise of September 2025: 1. Its sea phase included joint anti-submarine warfare and cross-deck helicopter operations. 2. Its pre-sail conference was held aboard INS Trikand. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — 1 only

Only statement 1 is correct. The sea phase included joint ASW and cross-deck helicopter operations, but the pre-sail conference was held aboard HS Themistokles, an Elli-class frigate of the Hellenic Navy.

Saudi Arabia and Pakistan sign Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement; India to study implications
Q22

In which city did Saudi Arabia and Pakistan sign the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement on 17 September 2025?

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Correct answer: A — Riyadh

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and PM Shehbaz Sharif signed the agreement in Riyadh during Sharif's state visit.

Q23 Advanced

What is the core clause of the Saudi Arabia–Pakistan Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement of September 2025?

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Correct answer: D — Any aggression against either country shall be considered an aggression against both

The joint statement said the agreement states that any aggression against either country shall be considered an aggression against both.

Q24 Advanced

Consider the following statements about India's official response to the Saudi Arabia–Pakistan defence pact: 1. The MEA said the Government was aware that the development, which formalises a long-standing arrangement, had been under consideration. 2. The MEA said India would study its implications for national security as well as for regional and global stability. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct: MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the Government was aware the pact had been under consideration and that India would study its implications for national security and for regional and global stability.

Government notifies National Policy on Geothermal Energy (2025)
Q25

Which ministry holds regulatory and stewardship responsibility for geothermal energy under the National Policy on Geothermal Energy (2025)?

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Correct answer: B — Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

Under the policy, regulatory and stewardship responsibilities for geothermal energy rest with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.

Q26 Advanced

How many geothermal projects, including pilot and resource assessment projects, had MNRE sanctioned as of the notification of the National Policy on Geothermal Energy (2025)?

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Correct answer: C — Five

MNRE has sanctioned five projects in the sector, including pilot initiatives and resource assessment projects.

Q27 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the National Policy on Geothermal Energy (2025): 1. It promotes R&D in retrofitting abandoned oil wells and Enhanced/Advanced Geothermal Systems. 2. It covers direct uses such as district heating and Ground Source Heat Pumps besides power generation. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct: the policy promotes R&D in hybrid geothermal-solar plants, retrofitting abandoned oil wells and EGS/AGS, and covers direct uses like district heating and GSHPs alongside electricity generation.

ECI revises EVM ballot paper guidelines; colour photos of candidates from Bihar polls
Q28

Under which rule of the Conduct of Elections Rules, 1961, did the ECI revise guidelines for EVM ballot papers in September 2025?

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Correct answer: D — Rule 49B

The ECI revised the existing guidelines under Rule 49B of the Conduct of Elections Rules, 1961, for the design and printing of EVM ballot papers.

Q29 Advanced

Under the revised ECI guidelines of September 2025, what colour of paper is to be used for EVM ballot papers in Assembly elections?

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Correct answer: A — Pink

For Assembly elections, pink-coloured paper of specified RGB values is to be used; ballot papers are printed on 70 GSM paper.

Q30 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the ECI's revised EVM ballot paper guidelines of September 2025: 1. Candidates' photographs will be printed in colour, with the face occupying three-fourths of the photo space. 2. Serial numbers of candidates and NOTA will be printed in Devanagari numerals. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — 1 only

Only statement 1 is correct. Photographs will be in colour with the face covering three-fourths of the space, but serial numbers will be printed in the international form of Indian numerals, not Devanagari numerals.

MCA invites public comments on Indian Multi-Disciplinary Partnership (MDP) firms
Q31 Advanced

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs invited public comments in September 2025 on establishing Indian 'MDP' firms. What does MDP stand for?

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Correct answer: D — Multi-Disciplinary Partnership

The MCA invited comments on the establishment of Indian Multi-Disciplinary Partnership (MDP) firms, linked to developing domestic consulting and auditing firms.

India marks 31st World Ozone Day; 67.5% HCFC reduction target achieved
Q32

What was the theme of World Ozone Day 2025?

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Correct answer: B — From science to global action

The theme for World Ozone Day 2025 was 'From science to global action', emphasising how scientific discovery can guide policy and international cooperation.

Q33 Advanced

According to UNDP's Resident Representative at the 31st World Ozone Day event, what reduction target in HCFC production and consumption has India achieved?

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Correct answer: D — 67.5%

UNDP Resident Representative Angela Lusigi said India achieved the 67.5% reduction target in HCFC production and consumption and completely phased out HCFC-141b.

Q34 Advanced

World Ozone Day on 16 September commemorates the signing of which international agreement?

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Correct answer: A — Montreal Protocol

The UN General Assembly proclaimed 16 September as the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer to commemorate the signing of the Montreal Protocol in 1987.

Q35 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the ozone treaties: 1. The Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer and the Montreal Protocol were the first UN treaties to achieve universal ratification. 2. The Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol, agreed in 2016, deals with the phase-down of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct. On 16 September 2009 the Vienna Convention and the Montreal Protocol became the first UN treaties to achieve universal ratification, and the Kigali Amendment agreed on 15 October 2016 provides for the phase-down of HFCs.

Q36 Advanced

Consider the following statements: 1. The Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer was adopted in 1985. 2. Under the Kigali Amendment, India's HFC phase-down is to be implemented from 2028 onwards. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct. The Vienna Convention was adopted and signed on 22 March 1985, and MoEFCC noted that the HFC phase-down under the Kigali Amendment is to be implemented from 2028 onwards.

Financial Inclusion Saturation Campaign: 61 lakh new Jan Dhan accounts, 2.6 crore Jan Suraksha enrolments
Q37

Over what period does the nationwide Financial Inclusion Saturation Campaign of the Department of Financial Services run?

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Correct answer: C — 1 July – 30 September 2025

DFS launched the three-month campaign from 1 July 2025 to 30 September 2025.

Q38 Advanced

How many new PM Jan Dhan Yojana accounts were opened in the first 2.5 months of the Financial Inclusion Saturation Campaign, as reported in September 2025?

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Correct answer: D — More than 61 lakh

The campaign resulted in over 61 lakh new PMJDY accounts; 2.6 crore was the number of new enrolments under the three Jan Suraksha schemes.

Q39 Advanced

Which of the following schemes are NOT among the flagship schemes targeted by the Financial Inclusion Saturation Campaign of 2025? 1. Atal Pension Yojana 2. PM Suraksha Bima Yojana 3. PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Select the correct answer:

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Correct answer: A — 3 only

Only PM-KISAN is not targeted. The campaign covers PMJDY, PMJJBY, PMSBY and APY.

PM Modi and Danish PM Mette Frederiksen reaffirm Green Strategic Partnership; Denmark backs early India-EU FTA
Q40

What is the name of the strategic partnership between India and Denmark that the two Prime Ministers reaffirmed on 16 September 2025?

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Correct answer: B — Green Strategic Partnership

Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen the India-Denmark Green Strategic Partnership.

Q41 Advanced

Consider the following statements based on the Modi–Frederiksen call of 16 September 2025: 1. Denmark was holding the Presidency of the Council of the European Union at the time. 2. Denmark was a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council at the time. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct: PM Modi conveyed best wishes for Denmark's ongoing Presidency of the Council of the EU and its non-permanent membership of the UNSC.

Culture Ministry seeks partner support for multinational UNESCO nomination of Chhath Mahaparva
Q42

To which UNESCO list is India seeking a multinational nomination of Chhath Mahaparva, as discussed by the Ministry of Culture in September 2025?

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Correct answer: A — Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

The nomination is for inscription on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity under the 2003 Convention.

Q43 Advanced

Under which UNESCO convention would Chhath Mahaparva be inscribed on the intangible heritage list?

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Correct answer: B — 2003 Convention

The multinational nomination of Chhath Mahaparva is for the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity under the 2003 Convention.

Q44 Advanced

Which of the following countries were represented by senior diplomats at the Ministry of Culture's IGNCA meeting of 16 September 2025 on the Chhath Mahaparva nomination?

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Correct answer: D — UAE, Suriname and the Netherlands

Senior diplomatic representatives of the UAE, Suriname and the Netherlands attended the IGNCA meeting; envoys to Mauritius and Fiji joined a separate virtual interaction later.

Amit Shah opens second national conference of ANTF heads; NCB drug disposal campaign destroys 1.37 lakh kg of drugs
Q45

What is the number of the MANAS anti-drug helpline that Amit Shah urged greater use of at the ANTF heads conference in September 2025?

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Correct answer: B — 1933

Amit Shah said greater use should be made of the MANAS helpline number 1933.

Q46 Advanced

How much quantity of drugs was destroyed under the NCB drug disposal campaign launched by Amit Shah on 16 September 2025?

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Correct answer: A — 1.37 lakh kg

Under the campaign, 1.37 lakh kilograms of drugs worth ₹4,800 crore were destroyed at 11 locations.

Q47 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the three-pronged anti-drug strategy outlined by Amit Shah at the second ANTF heads conference: 1. It calls for a humane approach towards the drug supply chain. 2. It calls for a strategic approach towards demand reduction. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — 2 only

Only statement 2 is correct. Shah called for a ruthless approach to the drug supply chain, a strategic approach to demand reduction and a humane approach to harm reduction.

US trade team led by Brendan Lynch holds talks in New Delhi; both sides to intensify efforts on trade deal
Q48

Who led the USTR team that held trade talks in India on 16 September 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Brendan Lynch

The team from the Office of the USTR was led by Brendan Lynch, Chief Negotiator for the India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement negotiations.

Q49 Advanced

What did India and the US decide at the end of the trade talks held in India on 16 September 2025?

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Correct answer: D — To intensify efforts for early conclusion of a mutually beneficial trade agreement

The Commerce Ministry said it was decided to intensify efforts to achieve early conclusion of a mutually beneficial trade agreement.

CCI approves PNC Infratech's proposed acquisition of Jaiprakash Associates
Q50 Advanced

Which company received CCI approval on 16 September 2025 for the proposed acquisition of Jaiprakash Associates Limited, a company under insolvency resolution?

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Correct answer: C — PNC Infratech Limited

The CCI approved the proposed acquisition of 95–100% of Jaiprakash Associates Limited by PNC Infratech Limited; JAL is under CIRP under the IBC, 2016.

CCI approves JSW Paints' acquisition of up to 75% in Akzo Nobel India
Q51 Advanced

Which company received CCI approval in September 2025 to acquire up to 75% shareholding in Akzo Nobel India Limited?

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Correct answer: A — JSW Paints Limited

The CCI approved the acquisition of up to 75% shareholding in Akzo Nobel India Limited by JSW Paints Limited.

Vaishali wins FIDE Women's Grand Swiss again, qualifies for 2026 Candidates
Q52

Where was the FIDE Women's Grand Swiss 2025, won by Vaishali Rameshbabu, held?

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Correct answer: D — Samarkand, Uzbekistan

The FIDE Grand Swiss and Women's Grand Swiss 2025 were held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, ending on 15 September 2025.

Q53 Advanced

Consider the following statements about Vaishali Rameshbabu's win at the FIDE Women's Grand Swiss 2025: 1. She became the first player to win the Grand Swiss twice in a row. 2. She finished in clear first place, a full point ahead of the rest of the field. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Statement 1 is correct: FIDE said a second consecutive Grand Swiss win had never been achieved before in either section. Statement 2 is incorrect: Vaishali and Kateryna Lagno both scored 8/11, and Vaishali took first place on tiebreak.

Q54 Advanced

Apart from Vaishali Rameshbabu, which player qualified for the 2026 Women's Candidates Tournament from the FIDE Women's Grand Swiss 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Kateryna Lagno

Russia's Kateryna Lagno also scored 8/11 and, with Vaishali, took the two Candidates spots from the Women's Grand Swiss; Bibisara Assaubayeva finished third.

Supreme Court refuses to stay Waqf Amendment Act, but pauses key provisions
Q55

Which bench of the Supreme Court passed the interim order on the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 on 15 September 2025?

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Correct answer: C — CJI B.R. Gavai and Justice A.G. Masih

The interim order of 15 September 2025 was passed by a bench of Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai and Justice A.G. Masih.

Q56 Advanced

Under the Supreme Court's interim directions on the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, what is the maximum number of non-Muslim members allowed in the Central Waqf Council and in a State Waqf Board, respectively?

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Correct answer: A — 4 and 3

The Court directed that the Central Waqf Council should not have more than 4 non-Muslim members and a State Waqf Board not more than 3, recording the Solicitor General's statement to the same effect.

Q57 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Supreme Court's interim order of 15 September 2025 on the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025: 1. The Court stayed the operation of the entire Act until the petitions are finally decided. 2. The condition that a person must be practising Islam for at least five years to create a waqf was stayed until State Governments frame rules for a mechanism to determine it. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — 2 only

Statement 1 is incorrect: the Court found no case to stay the entire statute. Statement 2 is correct: the five-year condition was stayed until State Governments frame rules, since without a mechanism it could lead to arbitrary exercise of power.

Q58 Advanced

While staying the Collector's powers to decide disputes over waqf property under the amended Act, which constitutional principle did the Supreme Court say would be violated if the executive determined citizens' rights?

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Correct answer: D — Separation of powers

The Court said permitting the Collector to adjudicate the rights of citizens would violate the separation of powers, and stayed those provisions until the Waqf Tribunal decides.

India signs second PMS exploration contract with ISA for Carlsberg Ridge
Q59

India's second contract with the International Seabed Authority for polymetallic sulphides exploration, signed on 15 September 2025, covers an area in which feature of the Indian Ocean?

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Correct answer: C — Carlsberg Ridge

The 15-year contract gives India exclusive rights to explore polymetallic sulphides in an allotted 10,000 sq km area of the Carlsberg Ridge.

Q60 Advanced

Consider the following statements about India's PMS exploration contract with the ISA signed in September 2025: 1. India became the first country to hold two ISA contracts for polymetallic sulphides exploration. 2. The contract is valid for 30 years. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Statement 1 is correct: India is the first country with two ISA PMS contracts (the earlier, from 2016, covers the Central and Southwest Indian Ridges). Statement 2 is incorrect: the contract is for 15 years.

Q61 Advanced

The International Seabed Authority, with which India signed its second PMS exploration contract, is based in which country?

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Correct answer: B — Jamaica

The International Seabed Authority, the UN body that regulates mineral exploration in international seabed areas, is based in Jamaica.

NITI Aayog launches 'AI for Viksit Bharat' roadmap and Frontier Tech Repository
Q62

The 'AI for Viksit Bharat Roadmap' and the Frontier Tech Repository were launched on 15 September 2025 under which NITI Aayog platform?

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Correct answer: D — Frontier Tech Hub

NITI Aayog launched both initiatives under its Frontier Tech Hub, which the Finance Minister likened to a honeycomb bringing together government, industry and innovators.

Q63 Advanced

Which two levers does NITI Aayog's 'AI for Viksit Bharat Roadmap' highlight?

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Correct answer: A — Accelerating AI adoption across industries, and transforming R&D with generative AI

The roadmap highlights two major levers: accelerating adoption of AI across industries to enhance productivity and efficiency, and transforming R&D with generative AI.

Anandkumar Velkumar becomes India's first world champion in speed skating
Q64

In which event did Anandkumar Velkumar win gold at the Speed Skating World Championships 2025 to become India's first world champion in skating?

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Correct answer: B — Senior men's 1000m sprint

Velkumar won gold in the senior men's 1000m sprint in 1:24.924, a day after winning bronze in the 500m sprint.

Q65 Advanced

Where were the Speed Skating World Championships 2025, at which Anandkumar Velkumar won gold, held?

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Correct answer: D — Beidaihe, China

The championships were held in Beidaihe, China, where Velkumar won the senior men's 1000m sprint on 15 September 2025.

WPI inflation turns positive at 0.52% in August 2025
Q66

What was India's annual WPI-based inflation rate (provisional) for August 2025?

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Correct answer: A — 0.52%

WPI inflation was 0.52% (provisional) in August 2025, turning positive after -0.19% in June and -0.58% in July.

Q67 Advanced

What is the base year of the Wholesale Price Index series used for the August 2025 release?

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Correct answer: C — 2011-12

The WPI release for August 2025 uses the series with base year 2011-12.

India's total exports rise 9.34% to $69.16 billion in August 2025
Q68

What were India's estimated total exports (merchandise and services combined) in August 2025?

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Correct answer: D — US$ 69.16 billion

Total exports in August 2025 were estimated at US$ 69.16 billion, up 9.34% from US$ 63.25 billion in August 2024; US$ 35.10 billion was merchandise exports alone.

Q69 Advanced

Which merchandise export category recorded the highest growth (25.93%) among the major drivers listed for August 2025?

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Correct answer: A — Electronic goods

Electronic goods exports rose 25.93%, from US$ 2.32 billion to US$ 2.93 billion; gems and jewellery grew 15.57%, drugs and pharmaceuticals 6.94% and petroleum products 6.54%.

PLFS: unemployment rate eases to 5.1% in August 2025
Q70

According to the PLFS monthly bulletin, what was India's overall unemployment rate for persons aged 15 years and above in August 2025?

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Correct answer: C — 5.1%

The overall unemployment rate declined for the second consecutive month, from 5.6% in June and 5.2% in July to 5.1% in August 2025.

Q71 Advanced

The monthly estimates of the Periodic Labour Force Survey are based on which approach?

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Correct answer: B — Current Weekly Status

The PLFS monthly bulletins present LFPR, WPR and unemployment rate estimates at the all-India level following the Current Weekly Status (CWS) approach.

Rajnath Singh approves Defence Procurement Manual 2025
Q72

The Defence Procurement Manual 2025, approved on 14 September 2025, replaces a manual that was last promulgated in which year?

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Correct answer: B — 2009

The DPM, which regulates revenue procurement by the Defence Services, was last promulgated in 2009; the revised DPM 2025 was approved by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.

Q73 Advanced

The Defence Procurement Manual 2025 primarily governs which type of procurement by the Ministry of Defence?

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Correct answer: D — Revenue procurement of goods and services

The DPM lays down principles for all revenue procurements in the Ministry, valued at around ₹1 lakh crore in the current financial year.

Q74 Advanced

Consider the following statements about liquidated damages (LD) under the Defence Procurement Manual 2025: 1. No LD will be levied during the development phase of a contract. 2. The maximum LD has been lowered to 5%, rising to 10% only in cases of inordinate delay. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct: DPM 2025 introduces no LD during the development phase and a minimal 0.1% LD after the prototype is developed; maximum LD is lowered to 5%, and only for inordinate delays can it reach 10%.

Q75 Advanced

Under DPM 2025, for how long can the Ministry of Defence give assured orders (in terms of quantity) to suppliers who develop items?

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Correct answer: A — Up to five years, extendable by up to five more years in special circumstances

DPM 2025 provides an assured guarantee of orders in terms of quantity for up to five years and, in special circumstances, up to another five years.

Minakshi and Jaismine win gold as India's women take four medals at World Boxing Championships
Q76

Where were the World Boxing Championships 2025, at which Minakshi Hooda and Jaismine Lamboria won gold, held?

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Correct answer: D — Liverpool, United Kingdom

The World Boxing Championships 2025 were held in Liverpool, where Minakshi won the 48kg and Jaismine the 57kg title.

Q77 Advanced

In which weight category did Jaismine Lamboria win gold at the World Boxing Championships 2025?

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Correct answer: A — 57kg

Jaismine Lamboria won the women's 57kg title, beating Poland's Julia Szeremeta 4-1; Minakshi Hooda won the 48kg title.

Q78 Advanced

Whom did Minakshi Hooda defeat in the women's 48kg final at the World Boxing Championships 2025?

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Correct answer: B — Nazym Kyzaibay of Kazakhstan

Minakshi beat Kazakhstan's Paris Olympics bronze medallist Nazym Kyzaibay 4-1 in the 48kg final; she had beaten Mongolia's Altantsetseg Lutsaikhan in the semi-final.

Q79 Advanced

Consider the following statements about India's campaign at the World Boxing Championships 2025: 1. India won four medals, all of them in the women's section. 2. Nupur Sheoran won gold in the women's 80+kg category. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Statement 1 is correct: India won two golds (Minakshi, Jaismine), a silver and a bronze, all by women, while the men drew a blank. Statement 2 is incorrect: Nupur Sheoran won silver in the 80+kg after losing the final 3-2 to Poland's Agata Kaczmarska.

India settle for silver as China win Women's Hockey Asia Cup and World Cup berth
Q80

Which team defeated India in the final of the Women's Hockey Asia Cup 2025 on 14 September 2025?

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Correct answer: A — China

Hosts China beat India 4-1 in the final in Hangzhou to win their third Women's Asia Cup title.

Q81 Advanced

Who scored India's only goal in the Women's Hockey Asia Cup 2025 final?

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Correct answer: D — Navneet Kaur

Navneet Kaur converted a penalty corner in the first minute to give India the lead before China scored four times.

Q82 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Women's Hockey Asia Cup 2025: 1. India's loss in the final meant they missed direct qualification for the 2026 FIH Women's World Cup. 2. The final was played in India. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Statement 1 is correct: continental champions qualify directly, so China qualified and India must go through the qualifiers. Statement 2 is incorrect: the final was played at the Gongshu Canal Sports Park in Hangzhou, China.

Q83 Advanced

The 2026 FIH Women's Hockey World Cup, for which China qualified by winning the Asia Cup 2025, will be co-hosted by which countries?

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Correct answer: C — Belgium and the Netherlands

The 2026 FIH Women's Hockey World Cup is to be co-hosted by Belgium and the Netherlands.