KVS / NVS Current Affairs Quiz — All time
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
At what level did the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee keep the policy repo rate on 1 October 2025?
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Correct answer: A — 5.50%
The MPC unanimously kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.50%.
In its October 2025 policy, what real GDP growth did the RBI project for 2025-26?
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Correct answer: C — 6.8%
The RBI raised its 2025-26 real GDP growth projection to 6.8% from 6.5%.
After the RBI's October 2025 policy, what is the Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) rate?
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Correct answer: D — 5.25%
With the repo rate at 5.50%, the SDF rate remains at 5.25% and the MSF rate and Bank Rate at 5.75%.
Consider the following statements about the RBI's monetary policy of 1 October 2025: 1. The MPC cut the repo rate by 25 basis points. 2. The CPI inflation projection for 2025-26 was lowered to 2.6%. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Statement 1 is wrong: the repo rate was kept unchanged at 5.50%. Statement 2 is correct: the inflation projection was cut to 2.6% from 3.1%.
What investment objective is included in the India–EFTA TEPA, which came into force on 1 October 2025?
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Correct answer: A — USD 100 billion over 15 years
TEPA includes an investment objective of USD 100 billion over 15 years and one million direct jobs in India.
Which of the following countries is NOT a member of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA)?
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Correct answer: C — Denmark
EFTA comprises Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein; Denmark is an EU member.
Consider the following statements about the India–EFTA TEPA: 1. Austria is one of the four EFTA countries party to the agreement. 2. The agreement entered into force on 1 January 2026. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Both are wrong: the four EFTA countries are Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein, and TEPA entered into force on 1 October 2025.
What did Prime Minister Narendra Modi release at the RSS centenary celebrations on 1 October 2025?
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Correct answer: B — A commemorative postage stamp and coin
The PM released a specially designed commemorative postage stamp and coin.
The commemorative stamp released at the RSS centenary in October 2025 recalls RSS volunteers marching in the Republic Day parade of which year?
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Correct answer: D — 1963
The PM said the stamp recalls RSS volunteers proudly marching in the 1963 Republic Day parade.
How much additional tax devolution did the Union Government release to States on 1 October 2025 as an advance instalment?
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Correct answer: C — ₹1,01,603 crore
The Centre released ₹1,01,603 crore on 1 October 2025, in addition to the regular instalment due on 10 October.
Which State received the largest share of the advance tax devolution released on 1 October 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh received the largest share at ₹18,227 crore.
Under which legal provision did FIU-IND issue notices to offshore Virtual Digital Asset service providers in October 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Section 13 of the PMLA, 2002
The notices were issued under Section 13 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002.
How many offshore Virtual Digital Asset service providers received non-compliance notices from FIU-IND, as announced on 1 October 2025?
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Correct answer: D — 25
FIU-IND issued notices to 25 offshore VDA service providers.
How many new Kendriya Vidyalayas did the Cabinet approve on 1 October 2025?
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Correct answer: A — 57
The CCEA approved 57 new KVs in the civil sector.
Kendriya Vidyalayas function abroad in three cities. Which of the following is NOT one of them?
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Correct answer: C — Dubai
The three KVs abroad are in Moscow, Kathmandu and Tehran.
Consider the following statements about Kendriya Vidyalayas: 1. The Government approved the scheme of Kendriya Vidyalayas in 1972. 2. The 57 KVs approved in October 2025 are the first to be sanctioned with Balvatikas. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Statement 1 is wrong: the KV scheme was approved in November 1962. Statement 2 is correct.
The four-laning of the Kalibor–Numaligarh section of NH-715, approved in October 2025, includes wildlife-friendly measures along which national park?
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Correct answer: C — Kaziranga
The project includes wildlife-friendly measures on the Kaziranga National Park stretch.
Which section of NH-715 in Assam did the Cabinet approve for four-laning on 1 October 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Kalibor–Numaligarh
The CCEA approved four-laning of the 85.675 km Kalibor–Numaligarh section at ₹6,957 crore.
The Biomedical Research Career Programme (BRCP), whose Phase III was approved in October 2025, is run by the Department of Biotechnology in partnership with which organisation?
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Correct answer: D — Wellcome Trust, UK
BRCP is a DBT–Wellcome Trust (UK) partnership implemented through the India Alliance SPV.
Consider the following statements about Phase III of the Biomedical Research Career Programme: 1. Its total cost is ₹1,500 crore, of which the Department of Biotechnology contributes ₹1,000 crore. 2. The programme was first launched in 2018-19. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: BRCP was launched in 2008-09; Phase II began in 2018-19.
What was Delhi's average AQI for January–September 2025, as reported by the Environment Ministry?
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Correct answer: A — 164
Delhi's average AQI for January–September 2025 was 164, against 178 in 2024.
Consider the following statements about Delhi's air quality in January–September 2025: 1. There was no day with an average AQI above 400. 2. Delhi recorded 75 'Satisfactory' AQI days in this period. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per the Environment Ministry release of 1 October 2025.
On which date is NPS Diwas observed every year?
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Correct answer: D — 1 October
NPS Diwas is observed annually on 1 October.
At NPS Diwas 2025, PFRDA exchanged an MoU with which institution to reach farmers through Farmer Producer Organisations?
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Correct answer: B — NABARD
PFRDA exchanged an MoU with NABARD to strengthen outreach to the agriculture and rural sectors through FPOs.
About how many electors are on Bihar's final electoral roll published on 30 September 2025 after the Special Intensive Revision?
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Correct answer: A — 7.42 crore
The final roll published on 30 September 2025 has about 7.42 crore electors.
About how many electors were left out of Bihar's draft electoral roll of 1 August 2025 during the Special Intensive Revision?
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Correct answer: C — 65 lakh
About 65 lakh electors were removed from the draft list; 3.66 lakh more were removed later and 21.53 lakh added.
How many Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) took part in Bihar's Special Intensive Revision of 2025?
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Correct answer: D — 243
The exercise involved 243 EROs (one per assembly constituency), 2,976 AEROs and DEOs of all 38 districts.
Consider the following statements about Bihar's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of 2025: 1. The draft electoral roll was published on 1 September 2025. 2. About 21.53 lakh eligible electors were added to the draft list through Form 6. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Statement 1 is wrong: the draft roll was published on 1 August 2025. Statement 2 is correct.
On 30 September 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed whose comprehensive plan to end the Gaza conflict?
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Correct answer: B — US President Donald Trump
Modi welcomed US President Donald Trump's announcement of a comprehensive plan to end the Gaza conflict.
Consider the following statements about India's response to the US plan on Gaza (September 2025): 1. PM Modi said the plan provides a viable pathway to long-term peace for the Palestinian and Israeli people. 2. PM Modi said the plan could also bring peace, security and development to the larger West Asian region. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per the PMO statement of 30 September 2025.
Which city hosted the opening match of the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 on 30 September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Guwahati
The opener between India and Sri Lanka was played at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati.
By what margin did India beat Sri Lanka in the opening match of the Women's ODI World Cup 2025?
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Correct answer: D — 59 runs (DLS method)
India won by 59 runs under the DLS method after scoring 269/8 in 47 overs; Sri Lanka made 211.
Consider the following statements about the India vs Sri Lanka opener of the Women's ODI World Cup 2025: 1. Deepti Sharma scored 53 and took 3 for 54. 2. Sri Lanka won the toss and chose to bat first. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: Sri Lanka won the toss and chose to field.
The President's Bodyguard, the oldest regiment of the Indian Army, was originally raised in which year?
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Correct answer: A — 1773
The regiment was raised in 1773 as the Governor-General's Bodyguard and renamed the President's Bodyguard on 27 January 1950.
What did President Droupadi Murmu present to the President's Bodyguard on 30 September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Diamond jubilee Silver Trumpet and Trumpet Banner
The President presented the diamond jubilee Silver Trumpet and Trumpet Banner, marking 75 years as the PBG.
Consider the following statements about the President's Bodyguard: 1. The regiment was renamed the President's Bodyguard on 15 August 1947. 2. The first Silver Trumpet and Trumpet Banner were presented to it by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Both are wrong: it was renamed on 27 January 1950, and the first Silver Trumpet and Banner were presented by President Dr Rajendra Prasad on 14 May 1957.
Which company's acquisition of Jaiprakash Associates Limited was approved by the CCI on 30 September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Jindal Power Limited
The CCI approved the acquisition of JAL by Jindal Power Limited.
Consider the following statements about the Jindal Power–Jaiprakash Associates combination approved in September 2025: 1. The acquisition is pursuant to a corporate insolvency resolution process under the IBC, 2016. 2. Jaiprakash Associates is primarily engaged in the power sector. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: it is the acquirer, Jindal Power, that is primarily in the power sector; JAL is in real estate, cement, hospitality and EPC.
Vijay Kumar Malhotra, who died in September 2025, defeated which leader in the 1999 Lok Sabha election from Delhi?
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Correct answer: C — Manmohan Singh
Malhotra defeated Manmohan Singh in the 1999 Lok Sabha election; Singh later became Prime Minister in 2004.
Vijay Kumar Malhotra was the first president of which party unit?
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Correct answer: A — BJP's Delhi unit
Malhotra was the first president of the BJP's Delhi unit.
Consider the following statements about Vijay Kumar Malhotra: 1. He served as Chief Minister of Delhi after the 1993 Assembly election. 2. He was a three-term Lok Sabha MP. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Both are wrong: he was Chief Metropolitan Councillor of Delhi in 1967 (before statehood), not Chief Minister, and he was a five-term Lok Sabha MP.
What was the name of the all-women Military Nursing Service mountaineering expedition flagged in at the MNS centenary in September 2025?
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Correct answer: D — The Arohinis
'The Arohinis', an expedition of 11 MNS officers, scaled Peak 6120 m in Ladakh.
What name was given to the 6,120 m peak in Ladakh's Yabat Tokpo Valley scaled by Military Nursing Service officers?
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Correct answer: A — Mt Lamo
In keeping with local traditions, the peak was named 'Mt Lamo'.
Consider the following statements about the Military Nursing Service centenary event of 30 September 2025: 1. Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan inaugurated the scientific session. 2. The centenary scientific programme was themed 'Self-Compassion: Care of Caregivers'. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per the Ministry of Defence release.
By how much did India's Index of Industrial Production (IIP) grow year-on-year in August 2025 as per the Quick Estimate?
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Correct answer: A — 4.0%
IIP grew 4.0% in August 2025; the July 2025 Quick Estimate was 3.5% and mining grew 6.0%.
Which manufacturing industry group grew the fastest among the top three contributors to IIP growth in August 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Basic metals
Basic metals grew 12.2%, motor vehicles 9.8% and coke and refined petroleum products 5.4%.
Under the revised calendar announced with the August 2025 data, on which day of every month is the Quick Estimate of IIP released?
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Correct answer: B — 28th
The Quick Estimate of IIP is now released on the 28th of every month, or the next working day if the 28th is a holiday.
Consider the following statements about India's IIP for August 2025: 1. Consumer non-durables recorded positive growth under the use-based classification. 2. The index is compiled on the base year 2011-12. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Statement 1 is wrong: consumer non-durables fell 6.3%. Statement 2 is correct: the base is 2011-12=100.
Under the use-based classification, which category recorded the highest year-on-year growth in India's IIP for August 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Infrastructure/construction goods
Infrastructure/construction goods grew 10.6%, against 5.2% for primary goods, 4.4% for capital goods and 3.5% for consumer durables.
What is the scientific name of Red Sanders, for whose conservation the National Biodiversity Authority sanctioned ₹82 lakh in September 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Pterocarpus santalinus
Red Sanders is Pterocarpus santalinus; Santalum album is white sandalwood.
Where is the headquarters of the National Biodiversity Authority, which sanctioned funds for Red Sanders conservation in 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Chennai
The NBA is headquartered in Chennai.
Consider the following statements about the NBA's Red Sanders sanction of September 2025: 1. The funds came from the state government's forest budget. 2. The Access and Benefit Sharing mechanism used is provided under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Both are wrong: the funds came from the benefit-sharing amount collected from users of Red Sanders, and ABS is a mechanism under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002 (amended 2023).
Of the 30 Amrit Bharat Express services running in India after 29 September 2025, how many originate from Bihar?
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Correct answer: C — 26
With the three new trains, 26 of the 30 Amrit Bharat Express services originate from Bihar.
Which Amrit Bharat Express flagged off on 29 September 2025 is the first Amrit Bharat train from Muzaffarpur to South India?
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Correct answer: A — Muzaffarpur–Charlapalli
The Muzaffarpur–Charlapalli Amrit Bharat Express is the first such train from Muzaffarpur to South India.
The Chhapra–Anand Vihar Amrit Bharat Express flagged off on 29 September 2025 became which Amrit Bharat train from Bihar to Delhi?
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Correct answer: C — Sixth
The Chhapra–Anand Vihar Amrit Bharat Express is the sixth Amrit Bharat train from Bihar to Delhi.
Which edition of the Indian Coast Guard Commanders' Conference was inaugurated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi on 29 September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 42nd
Rajnath Singh addressed the inaugural session of the 42nd ICG Commanders' Conference (28–30 September 2025).
According to the Defence Ministry in September 2025, what is the current strength of the Indian Coast Guard?
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Correct answer: D — 152 vessels and 78 aircraft
Rajnath Singh said the ICG has grown into a force of 152 vessels and 78 aircraft.
Since its inception, roughly how many lives has the Indian Coast Guard rescued, as stated at the 42nd Commanders' Conference?
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Correct answer: A — Over 14,500
The ICG has a cumulative record of over 14,500 lives rescued; in 2025 it saved 74 lives in 76 SAR missions by July.
Through which mechanism did the Home Ministry say in September 2025 that it would continue dialogue with the Apex Body Leh and the Kargil Democratic Alliance?
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Correct answer: D — High Powered Committee (HPC) on Ladakh
The MHA said it would welcome talks with ABL and KDA through the High Powered Committee on Ladakh or any such platform.
Recruitment for how many government posts has begun in the Union Territory of Ladakh, according to the Home Ministry's statement of 29 September 2025?
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Correct answer: D — 1,800
The MHA said recruitment for 1,800 government posts has commenced in Ladakh.
Consider the following statements about the Home Ministry's Ladakh statement of 29 September 2025: 1. The ministry said the High Powered Committee process had led to women's reservation in the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Councils. 2. The ministry said recruitment for 18,000 government posts had begun in Ladakh. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: recruitment has begun for 1,800 posts.
In which city did UIDAI hold the fourth Aadhaar Samvaad on 29 September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Hyderabad
The fourth Aadhaar Samvaad was held in Hyderabad; earlier editions were in Bengaluru, Mumbai and Delhi.
Which Aadhaar Day did the Aadhaar MyStamp unveiled by India Post in September 2025 commemorate?
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Correct answer: D — 16th
The Aadhaar MyStamp and special cover marked the 16th Aadhaar Day.
What was the theme of UIDAI's fourth Aadhaar Samvaad held in Hyderabad on 29 September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Connect, Empower and Innovate
The Hyderabad edition's theme was 'Connect, Empower and Innovate'.
Who was named Player of the Match in the Men's T20 Asia Cup 2025 final between India and Pakistan on 28 September 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Tilak Varma
Tilak Varma scored 69 not out off 53 balls and was Player of the Match; Kuldeep Yadav took 4 for 30.
By what margin did India beat Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 final in Dubai?
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Correct answer: C — 5 wickets
India chased 147 and reached 150 for 5 in 19.4 overs, winning by five wickets with two balls to spare.
How many Asia Cup titles had India won after winning the 2025 edition?
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Correct answer: D — Nine
The 2025 win was India's ninth Asia Cup title.
Consider the following statements about the Men's T20 Asia Cup 2025 final: 1. Pakistan batted first and were bowled out for 146. 2. Kuldeep Yadav took four wickets in the match. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: Pakistan, put in to bat, were all out for 146 in 19.1 overs, and Kuldeep Yadav took 4 for 30.
In the Asia Cup 2025 final, which Indian bowler dismissed both of Pakistan's top scorers, Sahibzada Farhan (57) and Fakhar Zaman (46)?
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Correct answer: C — Varun Chakravarthy
Varun Chakravarthy took the wickets of Farhan and Fakhar; Kuldeep Yadav took 4 for 30 later in the innings.
By what date did Union Home Minister Amit Shah say, at Bharat Manthan-2025 on 28 September 2025, that India will be free from Naxalism?
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Correct answer: B — 31 March 2026
Amit Shah said India will be free from Naxalism by 31 March 2026.
Operation Black Forest, cited by Amit Shah in September 2025, was carried out on which date?
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Correct answer: D — 23 May 2025
Amit Shah said a major Naxal camp was destroyed in Operation Black Forest on 23 May 2025, with 27 hardcore Naxalites killed.
Consider the following statements about Amit Shah's address at Bharat Manthan-2025 on 28 September 2025: 1. Amit Shah said Left-wing extremism spread mainly because of a lack of development. 2. Amit Shah said 27 hardcore Naxalites were killed in Operation Black Forest. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Statement 1 is wrong: Amit Shah said those claiming lack of development caused Naxalism are misleading the country, and that Naxalism itself is the cause of under-development. Statement 2 is correct.
In which city was the third edition of Unmesha – International Literature Festival held in September 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Patna
The third Unmesha was held at the Samrat Ashok Convention Centre, Patna, from 25 to 28 September 2025.
Which institution organised the Unmesha International Literature Festival 2025 along with the Ministry of Culture and the Government of Bihar?
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Correct answer: B — Sahitya Akademi
The festival was organised by the Sahitya Akademi with the Ministry of Culture and the Government of Bihar.
Writers, scholars and poets from how many countries took part in the third Unmesha International Literature Festival in Patna (25–28 September 2025)?
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Correct answer: D — 15
The festival brought together participants from 15 countries representing more than 100 languages.
Which ministry organised World Food India 2025, which concluded on 28 September 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Ministry of Food Processing Industries
World Food India 2025 was organised by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI).
What was the total value of MoUs signed at World Food India 2025?
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Correct answer: B — About ₹1.02 lakh crore
26 companies signed MoUs worth ₹1,02,046.89 crore, expected to create 64,000+ direct jobs.
Consider the following statements about the MoUs signed at World Food India 2025: 1. Twenty-six domestic and global companies signed the MoUs. 2. The MoUs are expected to generate direct employment for over 10 lakh people. 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 MoUs are expected to create over 64,000 direct jobs; 10 lakh+ is the indirect figure.
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports organised the first global Viksit Bharat Run on 28 September 2025 in collaboration with which ministry?
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Correct answer: A — Ministry of External Affairs
MYAS organised the Viksit Bharat Run 2025 across over 100 countries with the Ministry of External Affairs.
What was the tagline of the Viksit Bharat Run 2025 held across over 100 countries?
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Correct answer: C — Run to Serve the Nation
The run was held under the tagline 'Run to Serve the Nation' as part of the Seva Pakhwada.
Which festival did PM Modi say in the 126th Mann Ki Baat (28 September 2025) the government is trying to get included in UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list?
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Correct answer: B — Chhath Mahaparva
The PM said the government is striving to include Chhath Mahaparva in UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
How many days did Lieutenant Commanders Dilna and Roopa take to complete the Navika Sagar Parikrama, as discussed in Mann Ki Baat on 28 September 2025?
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Correct answer: D — 238
They sailed about 47,500 km in 238 days, from Goa on 2 October 2024 to 29 May 2025.
The 126th Mann Ki Baat on 28 September 2025 coincided with the birth anniversary of which two personalities?
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Correct answer: A — Bhagat Singh and Lata Mangeshkar
PM Modi noted that 28 September is the birth anniversary of Shaheed Bhagat Singh and Lata Mangeshkar.
How many officers did the Election Commission decide in September 2025 to deploy as central observers for the Bihar election and bye-elections?
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Correct answer: A — 470
The ECI decided to deploy 470 officers: 320 IAS, 60 IPS and 90 from IRS/IRAS/ICAS and other services.
Under which section of the Representation of the People Act, 1951 does the Election Commission deploy observers?
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Correct answer: C — Section 20B
Observers are deployed under Article 324 of the Constitution and Section 20B of the RP Act, 1951.
Consider the following pairs of assembly constituencies and states/UT where bye-elections were announced in 2025: 1. Ghatsila – Jharkhand 2. Nuapada – Odisha 3. Dampa – Manipur How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
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Correct answer: D — Only two
Ghatsila (Jharkhand) and Nuapada (Odisha) are correct; Dampa is in Mizoram, not Manipur.