Kerala PSC Current Affairs Quiz — All time

The MoU signed between C-DOT and Synergy Quantum India in May 2025 is for developing Quantum Key Distribution systems suited for deployment on:

Consider the following statements about the C-DOT–Synergy Quantum MoU (May 2025): 1. C-DOT is an R&D institution under the Ministry of Electronics and IT. 2. The QKD systems are to be developed at Technology Readiness Level 6 or above. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements about the Ethiopian delegation's India visit (May 2025): 1. The delegation is undergoing a week-long training programme at the National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG). 2. The programme is organised under the ITEC Division of the Ministry of External Affairs. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements: 1. PM Narendra Modi and Ethiopian PM Dr Abiy Ahmed met at the BRICS Summit in Johannesburg in August 2023. 2. The Ethiopian delegation that called on Dr Jitendra Singh on 12 May 2025 comprised only Ministers. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

On 12 May 2025, the Ministry of Civil Aviation lifted the temporary closure for civil aircraft operations at how many airports?

The theme of National Technology Day 2025, 'YANTRA', stands for:

Consider the following statements about National Technology Day: 1. It commemorates the Pokhran nuclear tests of 1998. 2. The 2025 theme was unveiled by the Technology Development Board under the Department of Science and Technology. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

National Technology Day, observed on 11 May, marks the Pokhran tests conducted in which year?

Consider the following statements: 1. The Ayush Ministry's Weekly Yoga Podcast launched in May 2025 is produced by the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga. 2. The theme of International Day of Yoga 2025 is 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health'. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

International Day of Yoga 2025 marks which anniversary of its observance?

Under 'Yoga Sangam', one of the 10 signature events for IDY 2025, coordinated yoga is planned at how many locations?

Which compendium of TDB-funded startups was released on National Technology Day 2025?

Consider the following statements about the National Technology Day 2025 event: 1. Two new calls for proposals under the National Quantum Mission were launched. 2. The Technology Development Board functions under the Department of Biotechnology. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Who scored a century (116) for India in the women's ODI tri-series final against Sri Lanka on 11 May 2025?

Consider the following statements about the tri-series final of 11 May 2025: 1. India batted first and scored 342 for 7. 2. Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu scored a century. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

What were Sneh Rana's bowling figures in the tri-series final?

Consider the following statements about the blood donation camp held on 11 May 2025: 1. It was organised by the Ministry of Science and Technology with the Indian Red Cross Society. 2. It was organised by the Ministry of Defence. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

As per the Foreign Secretary's statement of 10 May 2025, from what time were both sides to stop all firing and military action?

Consider the following statements about the Foreign Secretary's statement of 10 May 2025: 1. The DGMO of Pakistan called the DGMO of India at 1535 hours IST. 2. The DGMOs were to talk again on 11 May at 1700 hours. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The understanding announced on 10 May 2025 covered stopping firing and military action in which domains?

As per the release of 10 May 2025, how many airports were temporarily closed to civil flight operations under the NOTAMs?

Consider the following statements: 1. AAI extended the temporary closure of 25 ATS route segments within the Delhi and Mumbai Flight Information Regions. 2. The route segments were to remain unavailable until 2359 UTC on 14 May 2025, which corresponds to 0529 IST on 15 May 2025. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

NOTAM G0555/25 on the closure of ATS route segments replaced which earlier NOTAM?

What was the theme of World Migratory Bird Day 2025?

Consider the following statements: 1. World Migratory Bird Day is observed twice a year; in 2025 it fell on 10 May and 11 October. 2. The Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) entered into force in 1993. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

According to CMS, what share of all bird species globally is in decline?

Whom did Madhura Dhamangaonkar beat in the women's compound final at the Archery World Cup Stage 2, Shanghai, on 10 May 2025?

What was the score in Madhura Dhamangaonkar's winning final?

Consider the following statements about India at the Archery World Cup Stage 2, Shanghai: 1. The men's compound team of Abhishek Verma, Rishabh Yadav and Ojas Deotale beat Mexico 232–228 in the final. 2. Madhura Dhamangaonkar also won women's team silver and compound mixed team bronze with Abhishek Verma. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which compound archery event is set to mark compound archery's Olympic debut at LA 2028?

Consider the following statements about the high-level meeting of 10 May 2025: 1. It was held at Rashtrapati Bhavan. 2. It was chaired by the Defence Minister. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Who attended the 10 May 2025 high-level meeting as Chief of Defence Staff?

Consider the following statements about the training of 10 May 2025: 1. It was organised by DARPG in collaboration with the Capacity Building Commission. 2. The programme comprised four modules. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following was one of the modules of the 'Rashtriya Karmayogi Jan Seva Program' training held on 10 May 2025?

As reported by India at UNFF20, what share of India's geographical area is under forest and tree cover?

Consider the following statements about India at UNFF20: 1. India invited all UN Member States to join the International Big Cat Alliance. 2. India recalled the Country-Led Initiative it hosted in Dehradun in October 2023. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

On which date were PMJJBY, PMSBY and Atal Pension Yojana launched?

Which Jan Suraksha scheme had over 51 crore cumulative enrolments as on 23 April 2025?

Consider the following statements (data as on 23 April 2025): 1. More than 7.66 crore individuals had subscribed to the Atal Pension Yojana. 2. ₹3,121.02 crore had been paid under PMJJBY. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

After the expansion notified in May 2025, what is the ceiling on guarantee cover per borrower under the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups?

Consider the following statements about the expanded CGSS: 1. Guarantee cover is 85% of the amount in default for loans up to ₹10 crore. 2. The Annual Guarantee Fee for startups in Champion Sectors was raised to 2% per annum. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The reduced Annual Guarantee Fee under the expanded CGSS applies to startups in how many Champion Sectors?

To which rating did Morningstar DBRS upgrade India's long-term foreign and local currency issuer ratings in May 2025?

Consider the following statements about the Morningstar DBRS upgrade: 1. India's short-term ratings were upgraded to R-1 (low). 2. The agency cited average GDP growth of 6.5% during FY22–25. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

On which date was the India–New Zealand FTA launched by Piyush Goyal and Todd McClay?

Consider the following statements: 1. The first round of India–New Zealand FTA negotiations was held from 5 to 9 May 2025 in New Delhi. 2. India–New Zealand merchandise trade reached USD 1.3 billion in 2024–25, a growth of 48.6%. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Who is New Zealand's Minister for Trade and Investment who launched the FTA with Piyush Goyal?

How many priority corridors for zero-emission trucking were identified in the report released by the PSA on 9 May 2025?

Consider the following statements about the zero-emission trucking report: 1. It notes that nearly 40% of fuel consumption and transport emissions in India originate from long-distance trucks. 2. It was prepared by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

For what initial period did TRAI recommend that spectrum be assigned for NGSO-based FSS and GSO/NGSO-based MSS?

Consider the following statements about TRAI's satellite spectrum recommendations of 9 May 2025: 1. Ku and Ka bands should be considered for user links of Mobile Satellite Services. 2. Satellite earth station gateways should be commissioned within 12 months of permission. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The Victory Day celebrations in Moscow on 9 May 2025, attended by Sanjay Seth, marked which anniversary of the Soviet victory in the Second World War?

Colonel General Alexander Fomin, with whom Sanjay Seth held a bilateral meeting in Moscow, is Russia's:

As per the Ayush Ministry, the Second WHO Global Traditional Medicine Summit was to be held in India on:

Consider the following statements about the sixth GFTM meeting: 1. It was held at the Permanent Mission of India in Geneva. 2. The GFTM was to host a high-level side event during the 78th World Health Assembly on 23 May 2025. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

How many notices did the CCPA issue to e-commerce platforms over the sale of walkie-talkies on 9 May 2025?

Equipment Type Approval (ETA), whose absence the CCPA flagged in walkie-talkie listings, is issued by:

The Tri-Services Future Warfare Course (FWC-02) was coordinated by which body?

Consider the following statements about FWC-02: 1. For the first time, 15 representatives from the private defence industry took part. 2. The inaugural edition of the course was held in September 2024. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Pope Leo XIV, elected on 8 May 2025, is which Pope in history according to the Vatican?

Consider the following statements about Pope Leo XIV: 1. He is the first Pope from the United States of America. 2. He was born in Lima, Peru. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Who announced 'Habemus Papam' and the name of the new Pope from the central loggia of St Peter's Basilica on 8 May 2025?

How many cardinal electors gathered in the Conclave that elected Pope Leo XIV?

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi's visit in May 2025 marked which anniversary of India–Iran diplomatic relations?

Consider the following statements about the meeting of 8 May 2025: 1. President Murmu welcomed ongoing cooperation in realising the full potential of Chabahar Port. 2. Abbas Araghchi is Iran's Defence Minister. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

What was the theme of World Thalassemia Day 2025?

Consider the following statements about the Thalassemia Bal Sewa Yojana (TBSY): 1. It is a CSR initiative of Coal India Limited supporting free bone marrow transplants for children with thalassemia and aplastic anaemia. 2. The Coal Minister announced a 'One State, One Hospital' goal for bone marrow transplants under it. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Thalassemia, as described by the DEPwD, is what type of genetic disorder?

The warship 'Arnala', delivered to the Indian Navy on 8 May 2025, is named after a historic fort located off:

Consider the following statements about 'Arnala': 1. It is the first of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft built by GRSE. 2. It is the largest Indian naval warship propelled by a diesel engine–waterjet combination. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

What is the length of the warship 'Arnala'?

IOS Sagar was jointly crewed by personnel from how many Indian Ocean Region navies?

From where was INS Sunayna flagged off as IOS Sagar on 5 April 2025?

Consider the following statements about IOS Sagar's deployment: 1. The ship made port calls at Dar-es-Salaam, Nacala, Port Louis, Port Victoria and Male. 2. It took part in AIKEYME 2025 alongside INS Chennai and INS Kesari. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?