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KVS / NVS Current Affairs Quiz — All time

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EAM Jaishankar at UNGA 80: 'UN is in a state of crisis', calls for Security Council expansion
Q1

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.

Q2 Advanced

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.

Q3 Advanced

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".

Q4 Advanced

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.

Karur stampede at TVK rally kills 41; Tamil Nadu sets up one-member inquiry commission
Q5

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.

Q6 Advanced

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.

Q7 Advanced

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.

Q8 Advanced

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.

PM launches projects worth over ₹60,000 crore in Jharsuguda, including BSNL's indigenous 4G network
Q9

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.

Q10 Advanced

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.

Q11 Advanced

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.

Q12 Advanced

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.

Q13 Advanced

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).

Himachal's Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve joins UNESCO network, India's 13th
Q14

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.

Q15 Advanced

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.

Q16 Advanced

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.

Q17 Advanced

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.

World Para Athletics Championships begin in New Delhi, first time in India
Q18

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.

Q19 Advanced

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.

Q20 Advanced

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).

World Tourism Day 2025 observed on the theme 'Tourism and Sustainable Transformation'
Q21

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'.

Q22 Advanced

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.

India re-elected to ICAO Council in Part II with more votes than in 2022
Q23

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.

Q24 Advanced

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.

Q25 Advanced

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.

Bihar's Gokul Jalashay and Udaipur Jheel become Ramsar sites; India's total reaches 93
Q26

With the addition of two Bihar wetlands on 26 September 2025, how many Ramsar sites does India have?

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Correct answer: C — 93

Gokul Jalashay and Udaipur Jheel took India's total to 93 Ramsar sites covering 13,60,719 ha.

Q27 Advanced

In which district of Bihar is Gokul Jalashay, declared a Ramsar site in September 2025?

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Correct answer: A — Buxar

Gokul Jalashay (448 ha) is in Buxar district; Udaipur Jheel (319 ha) is in West Champaran.

Q28 Advanced

Udaipur Jheel, added to the Ramsar list in September 2025, is located in which state?

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Correct answer: B — Bihar

Udaipur Jheel (319 ha) is in West Champaran district, Bihar.

Q29 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Ramsar sites added in September 2025: 1. Udaipur Jheel is larger in area than Gokul Jalashay. 2. Both new sites are in Uttar Pradesh. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2

Both are wrong: Gokul Jalashay (448 ha) is larger than Udaipur Jheel (319 ha), and both are in Bihar.

IAF decommissions the MiG-21 at Chandigarh after more than six decades
Q30

Where was the Indian Air Force's MiG-21 decommissioning ceremony held on 26 September 2025?

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Correct answer: B — Chandigarh

The ceremony and final operational sortie took place at Chandigarh, where the MiG-21 was first inducted.

Q31 Advanced

In which year was the MiG-21 inducted into the Indian Air Force?

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Correct answer: D — 1963

The MiG-21 was inducted in 1963 into No. 28 Squadron, the 'First Supersonics'.

Q32 Advanced

Which IAF squadron, nicknamed the 'First Supersonics', was the first to be equipped with the MiG-21?

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Correct answer: A — No. 28 Squadron

The MiG-21 was first inducted into No. 28 Squadron, the 'First Supersonics', at Chandigarh.

Q33 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the MiG-21 in Indian service: 1. About 850 of the more than 11,500 MiG-21s built worldwide served with the IAF. 2. Upgraded versions of the MiG-21 in the IAF included Bison and Badal. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct: about 850 of 11,500+ MiG-21s served with the IAF, in versions such as Trishul, Vikram, Badal and Bison.

PM launches Bihar's Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana; ₹10,000 each sent to 75 lakh women
Q34

How much was transferred to each woman beneficiary at the launch of Bihar's Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana on 26 September 2025?

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Correct answer: A — ₹10,000

₹10,000 each was transferred to 75 lakh women, a total of ₹7,500 crore.

Q35 Advanced

How many women received the first instalment under Bihar's Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana on 26 September 2025?

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Correct answer: C — 75 lakh

75 lakh women received ₹10,000 each.

Q36 Advanced

Up to how much further support can a beneficiary get under Bihar's Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana, depending on the success of her enterprise?

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Correct answer: D — ₹2 lakh

After the initial ₹10,000, support of up to ₹2 lakh is possible based on the enterprise's success.

Q37 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana: 1. It is a scheme of the Government of Bihar. 2. Up to two women from each family can be beneficiaries. 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 scheme supports one woman from each family.

PM-KISAN 21st instalment released first to flood-hit Himachal, Punjab and Uttarakhand
Q38 Advanced

Farmers of which three states received the 21st instalment of PM-KISAN first, on 26 September 2025, because of recent floods?

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Correct answer: C — Himachal Pradesh, Punjab and Uttarakhand

The 21st instalment was prioritised for flood- and landslide-hit Himachal Pradesh, Punjab and Uttarakhand.

Q39 Advanced

About how much money was transferred to farmers in the three flood-hit states under the 21st PM-KISAN instalment on 26 September 2025?

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Correct answer: A — Over ₹540 crore

More than ₹540 crore went to over 27 lakh farmers, including about 2.7 lakh women farmers.

Government to borrow ₹6.77 lakh crore in second half of FY 2025-26
Q40

How much does the Government of India plan to borrow through dated securities in the second half of FY 2025-26, as announced on 26 September 2025?

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Correct answer: D — ₹6.77 lakh crore

The H2 FY 2025-26 borrowing plan is ₹6.77 lakh crore, including ₹10,000 crore of Sovereign Green Bonds.

Q41 Advanced

What Ways and Means Advances (WMA) limit did the RBI fix for the second half of FY 2025-26?

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Correct answer: B — ₹50,000 crore

The RBI fixed the WMA limit for H2 FY 2025-26 at ₹50,000 crore.

Q42 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the government's borrowing plan for H2 FY 2025-26: 1. It includes ₹10,000 crore through Sovereign Green Bonds. 2. The 30-year security has the largest share of the borrowing. 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 10-year security has the largest share (28.4%); the 30-year share is 9.2%.

Sonam Wangchuk detained under the National Security Act in Leh, moved to Jodhpur jail
Q43

Under which law was Ladakh activist Sonam Wangchuk detained on 26 September 2025?

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Correct answer: A — National Security Act

Sonam Wangchuk was detained under the National Security Act on an order of the District Magistrate, Leh.

Q44 Advanced

In which jail was Sonam Wangchuk lodged after his detention on 26 September 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Jodhpur Central Jail

Sonam Wangchuk was moved to Jodhpur Central Jail in Rajasthan the same night.

Q45 Advanced

Consider the following statements about Sonam Wangchuk's detention in September 2025: 1. The detention order was issued by the Union Home Secretary. 2. The detention came on the same day as the violence in Leh. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2

Both are wrong: the order was issued by the District Magistrate, Leh, and the detention on 26 September came two days after the violence of 24 September.

India Post revises Speed Post (document) tariff from 1 October 2025, first change since 2012
Q46 Advanced

When was the Inland Speed Post (document) tariff last revised before the revision effective 1 October 2025?

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Correct answer: B — October 2012

The tariff was last revised in October 2012; the new tariff is effective from 1 October 2025.

Q47 Advanced

What discount on Speed Post tariff did the Department of Posts introduce for students in September 2025?

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Correct answer: C — 10%

Students get a 10% discount on Speed Post tariff; new bulk customers get 5%.

India uses right of reply at UNGA to rebut Pakistan PM's speech
Q48 Advanced

In its right of reply at UNGA on 26 September 2025, India said Pakistan had shielded which outfit over the massacre of tourists in Jammu and Kashmir?

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Correct answer: C — The Resistance Front

India said Pakistan shielded The Resistance Front, a Pakistan-sponsored terror outfit, from responsibility for the massacre of tourists in J&K.

Q49

India exercised its right of reply at the 80th UN General Assembly on 26 September 2025 in response to the speech of:

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Correct answer: A — The Prime Minister of Pakistan

India's reply responded to the speech of the Prime Minister of Pakistan, condemning his "absurd theatrics".

President presents National Geoscience Awards 2024; Prof. Shyam Sundar Rai gets lifetime award
Q50 Advanced

Who received the National Geoscience Award for Lifetime Achievement 2024, presented on 26 September 2025?

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Correct answer: B — Prof. Shyam Sundar Rai

The Lifetime Achievement award went to Prof. Shyam Sundar Rai; Susobhan Neogi received the Young Geoscientist award.

Q51 Advanced

Which ministry instituted the National Geoscience Awards, and in which year?

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Correct answer: D — Ministry of Mines, 1966

The National Geoscience Awards were instituted by the Ministry of Mines in 1966.

PM lays foundation of Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power Project in ₹1.22 lakh crore Banswara package
Q52

In which district of Rajasthan did the PM lay the foundation stone of a 4×700 MW atomic power project on 25 September 2025?

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Correct answer: B — Banswara

The Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power Project (4×700 MW) is in Banswara.

Q53 Advanced

Which company is developing the Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power Project?

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Correct answer: D — Anushakti Vidhyut Nigam Ltd (ASHVINI)

The project belongs to Anushakti Vidhyut Nigam Ltd (ASHVINI); its reactors are designed and developed by NPCIL.

Q54 Advanced

What type of reactors will the Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power Project use?

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Correct answer: C — Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors

The project comprises four indigenous 700 MW Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors designed and developed by NPCIL.

Q55 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power Project: 1. The Mahi Banswara atomic project is worth about ₹42,000 crore. 2. The project's reactors are Fast Breeder Reactors designed by BHAVINI. 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 project has four indigenous 700 MW Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors designed and developed by NPCIL.

Defence Ministry signs ₹62,370 crore contract with HAL for 97 LCA Mk1A jets
Q56

How many LCA Mk1A aircraft did the Defence Ministry contract from HAL on 25 September 2025?

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Correct answer: A — 97

The contract covers 97 LCA Mk1A aircraft – 68 fighters and 29 twin-seaters.

Q57 Advanced

What is the approximate value of the LCA Mk1A contract signed with HAL on 25 September 2025 (excluding taxes)?

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Correct answer: C — ₹62,370 crore

The contract is worth over ₹62,370 crore, excluding taxes.

Q58 Advanced

Under which Defence Acquisition Procedure 2020 category is the 97 LCA Mk1A purchase made?

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Correct answer: B — Buy (India-IDDM)

The acquisition is under the 'Buy (India-IDDM)' category of DAP 2020.

Q59 Advanced

Which indigenous radar is among the systems to be integrated in the 97 LCA Mk1A aircraft ordered in September 2025?

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Correct answer: D — UTTAM AESA

Indigenous systems to be integrated include the UTTAM AESA radar, Swayam Raksha Kavach and control surface actuators.

Q60 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the LCA Mk1A contract of September 2025: 1. Deliveries will begin in 2027-28. 2. The aircraft will have an indigenous content of over 80%. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Statement 1 is correct: deliveries start in 2027-28 and will be completed over six years. Statement 2 is wrong: indigenous content will be over 64%.

MoSPI releases 'Children in India 2025'; infant mortality rate falls to 25
Q61 Advanced

According to MoSPI's 'Children in India 2025', what was India's infant mortality rate in 2023?

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Correct answer: A — 25

The infant mortality rate fell from 44 in 2011 to 25 in 2023.

Q62 Advanced

Where was MoSPI's 'Children in India 2025' released, during the 29th Conference of Central and State Statistical Organisations?

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Correct answer: D — Chandigarh

It was released at the 29th CoCSSO in Chandigarh on 25 September 2025.

ECI: penultimate EVM counting round only after postal ballots are counted
Q63 Advanced

Under the ECI decision of 25 September 2025, which round of EVM/VVPAT counting can be taken up only after postal ballot counting is completed?

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Correct answer: B — The penultimate (second-last) round

The penultimate round of EVM/VVPAT counting will be taken up only after postal ballot counting is completed at that centre.

Q64 Advanced

At what time does EVM counting start on counting day, according to the ECI?

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Correct answer: D — 8:30 AM

Postal ballot counting starts at 8:00 AM and EVM counting at 8:30 AM.

Q65 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the ECI's postal ballot counting decision of September 2025: 1. The ECI described it as its 30th initiative in six months. 2. The ECI cited a fall in the number of postal ballots as the reason. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: postal ballots have increased substantially because of home voting for PwDs and voters aged 85+.

India and WHO sign agreement to co-host 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine in New Delhi
Q66

Where will the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine be held in December 2025?

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Correct answer: D — New Delhi

The Ministry of Ayush and WHO will co-host the summit in New Delhi from 17 to 19 December 2025.

Q67 Advanced

What is the theme of the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine?

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Correct answer: A — Restoring balance for people and planet: The science and practice of well-being

The theme is 'Restoring balance for people and planet: The science and practice of well-being'.

Q68 Advanced

On which dates will the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine be held?

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Correct answer: C — 17–19 December 2025

The summit will be held in New Delhi from 17 to 19 December 2025.

India's first fleet of swappable-battery EV trucks flagged off at JNPA
Q69

At which port was India's first fleet of electric heavy trucks with swappable batteries flagged off on 25 September 2025?

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Correct answer: D — Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority

The fleet was flagged off at the Nhava Sheva Distribution Terminal of JNPA by Sarbananda Sonowal.

Q70 Advanced

What share of its internal heavy truck fleet does JNPA aim to convert to electric by December 2026?

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Correct answer: C — 90%

JNPA aims to convert 90% of its internal heavy truck fleet of about 600 vehicles by December 2026.

Centre releases over ₹2,400 crore XV Finance Commission grants to panchayats in Bihar, Himachal and UP
Q71 Advanced

Under the XV Finance Commission, untied grants to rural local bodies can be used for subjects listed in which Schedule of the Constitution?

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Correct answer: C — Eleventh Schedule

Untied grants can be used for location-specific needs under the 29 subjects in the Eleventh Schedule, except salaries and establishment costs.

Q72 Advanced

Which state received the largest share of the XV Finance Commission untied grants released on 25 September 2025?

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Correct answer: B — Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh received ₹1,548.38 crore, Bihar ₹801.01 crore and Himachal Pradesh ₹67.96 crore.

PM inaugurates UP International Trade Show 2025 in Greater Noida; Russia is partner country
Q73 Advanced

Which country was the country partner of the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2025 inaugurated on 25 September 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Russia

Russia was the country partner of UPITS 2025, held in Greater Noida with over 2,200 exhibitors.

Q74

Where was the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2025 held?

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Correct answer: B — Greater Noida

PM Narendra Modi inaugurated UPITS 2025 in Greater Noida on 25 September 2025.

MoSPI releases draft Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2025 for public comments
Q75 Advanced

Under which Act was the Indian Statistical Institute declared an Institution of National Importance?

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Correct answer: A — Indian Statistical Institute Act, 1959

Parliament enacted the Indian Statistical Institute Act, 1959, declaring ISI an Institution of National Importance; a draft ISI Bill, 2025 was released on 25 September 2025.

DRDO launches Agni-Prime missile from a rail-based mobile launcher for the first time
Q76

From what kind of platform was the Agni-Prime missile launched for the first time on 24 September 2025?

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Correct answer: C — A rail-based mobile launcher

DRDO and SFC launched Agni-Prime from a specially designed rail-based mobile launcher – a first-of-its-kind launch.

Q77 Advanced

What is the range of the Agni-Prime missile, as stated by DRDO?

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Correct answer: D — Up to 2,000 km

The next-generation Agni-Prime missile is designed to cover a range of up to 2,000 km.

Q78 Advanced

Which organisation carried out the rail-based Agni-Prime launch along with DRDO in September 2025?

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Correct answer: A — Strategic Forces Command

DRDO carried out the launch in collaboration with the Strategic Forces Command (SFC).

Q79 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Agni-Prime launch of 24 September 2025: 1. It was the first-ever flight test of the Agni-Prime missile. 2. The road-mobile version of Agni-P has already been inducted into service. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — 2 only

Statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is wrong: it was the first launch from a rail-based launcher; the road-mobile Agni-P was inducted after a series of successful flight trials.

Cabinet approves ₹69,725 crore package to revive shipbuilding and maritime sector
Q80

What is the total size of the shipbuilding and maritime package approved by the Union Cabinet on 24 September 2025?

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Correct answer: A — ₹69,725 crore

The Cabinet approved a ₹69,725 crore four-pillar package for the shipbuilding and maritime sector.

Q81 Advanced

Until when has the Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme been extended under the September 2025 package?

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Correct answer: C — 31 March 2036

SBFAS is extended until 31 March 2036 with a total corpus of ₹24,736 crore.

Q82 Advanced

The Shipbuilding Development Scheme approved in September 2025 aims to expand domestic shipbuilding capacity to what level?

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Correct answer: D — 4.5 million GT

The ₹19,989 crore Shipbuilding Development Scheme aims to expand capacity to 4.5 million Gross Tonnage.

Q83 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Maritime Development Fund approved in September 2025: 1. It has a corpus of ₹25,000 crore. 2. Its Maritime Investment Fund has 49% participation from the Government of India. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct: the ₹25,000 crore fund includes a ₹20,000 crore Maritime Investment Fund with 49% GoI participation and a ₹5,000 crore Interest Incentivisation Fund.

Cabinet approves 5,000 PG and 5,023 MBBS seats in government medical colleges
Q84

How many postgraduate medical seats will be added under Phase III of the centrally sponsored scheme approved on 24 September 2025?

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Correct answer: B — 5,000

Phase III will add 5,000 PG seats; a separate extension will add 5,023 MBBS seats.

Q85 Advanced

What is the enhanced cost ceiling per seat under the medical seat expansion schemes approved in September 2025?

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Correct answer: A — ₹1.50 crore

The schemes have an enhanced cost ceiling of ₹1.50 crore per seat.

Q86 Advanced

What is the total financial implication of the two medical seat schemes approved on 24 September 2025?

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Correct answer: C — ₹15,034.50 crore

The total is ₹15,034.50 crore for 2025-26 to 2028-29: ₹10,303.20 crore central and ₹4,731.30 crore state share.

Q87 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the medical seat schemes approved in September 2025: 1. The schemes will add 5,023 PG seats and 5,000 MBBS seats. 2. The Centre will bear the entire cost. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2

Both are wrong: the schemes add 5,000 PG and 5,023 MBBS seats, and the cost is shared – ₹10,303.20 crore Centre and ₹4,731.30 crore States.

Four killed in Leh as statehood protest turns violent; curfew imposed
Q88 Advanced

Who imposed a curfew across Leh district after the violence of 24 September 2025?

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Correct answer: D — Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta

Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta imposed a curfew across Leh district after four people were killed.

Q89 Advanced

The protest in Leh that turned violent on 24 September 2025 was demanding statehood and inclusion of Ladakh under which Schedule of the Constitution?

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Correct answer: A — Sixth Schedule

The protest sought statehood and Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh.

General Anil Chauhan's tenure as CDS extended till 30 May 2026
Q90

Until when was General Anil Chauhan's tenure as Chief of Defence Staff extended on 24 September 2025?

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Correct answer: A — 30 May 2026

The ACC extended his service as CDS up to 30 May 2026, or until further orders.

Q91 Advanced

Besides being CDS, General Anil Chauhan also functions as Secretary of which department?

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Correct answer: D — Department of Military Affairs

The CDS also functions as Secretary to the Government of India, Department of Military Affairs.

Q92 Advanced

On which date was General Anil Chauhan first appointed Chief of Defence Staff?

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Correct answer: B — 28 September 2022

General Anil Chauhan was appointed CDS on 28 September 2022.