PPSC (Punjab) Current Affairs Quiz — All time

The NCPCR national consultation of 14 May 2025 focused on awareness of which laws?

Consider the following statements about the NCPCR consultation of 14 May 2025: 1. The NCPCR Chairperson is Preeti Bharadwaj Dalal. 2. About 300 participants took part. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All-India CPI-based headline inflation for April 2025 (provisional) was:

Consider the following statements about CPI data for April 2025: 1. Headline CPI inflation was the lowest year-on-year rate since July 2019. 2. Food inflation (CFPI) was the lowest since October 2021. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The Consumer Price Index released by MoSPI for April 2025 uses which base year?

On 13 May 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited which Air Force Station to interact with air warriors and soldiers?

Consider the following statements about the PM's visit on 13 May 2025: 1. Air Force Station Adampur is in Punjab. 2. The visit took place a day after the PM's address to the nation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

How many vulnerable individuals were screened under the 100-Day TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, as reviewed by the PM on 13 May 2025?

Consider the following statements about the 100-Day TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan: 1. About 1.297 crore people were screened during the campaign. 2. 7.19 lakh TB cases were detected, including 2.85 lakh asymptomatic cases. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

India's Major Ports handled approximately how much cargo in FY 2024-25?

Which commodity group had the largest share of cargo handled at India's Major Ports in FY 2024-25?

Ayurveda Day will now be observed every year on:

Consider the following statements about the new date for Ayurveda Day: 1. It was notified through a Gazette Notification dated 23 March 2025. 2. Ayurveda Day was earlier observed on Diwali. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The new date chosen for Ayurveda Day, 23 September, coincides with which astronomical event?

By what percentage did India's coal imports fall in April 2024–February 2025 compared with the same period a year earlier?

Consider the following statements about India's coal imports in April 2024–February 2025: 1. The fall in imports saved about US$ 6.93 billion in foreign exchange. 2. Imports for blending by thermal power plants fell by 38.8%. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

In his address to the nation on 12 May 2025, the Prime Minister said Operation Sindoor was carried out on:

In the address of 12 May 2025, the Prime Minister said any talks with Pakistan would focus on:

Consider the following statements about the Prime Minister's address of 12 May 2025: 1. One of the three pillars he outlined was no tolerance for nuclear blackmail. 2. He said India had permanently ended its counter-operations against Pakistan. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

In his address of 12 May 2025, the Prime Minister referred to the terrorist attack in Pahalgam that took place on:

How many Test matches did Virat Kohli play before announcing his retirement from Test cricket on 12 May 2025?

Consider the following statements about Virat Kohli's Test career: 1. He won 40 of the 68 Tests in which he captained India, the most wins by an Indian Test captain. 2. He scored 30 Test centuries. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

How many Test double hundreds did Virat Kohli score, the most by an Indian?

Virat Kohli retired as the fourth-most successful Test captain by wins. Who holds the record for the most Test wins as captain?

What was the theme of International Nurses Day 2025, chosen by the International Council of Nurses?

According to the State of the World's Nursing 2025 report, the global stock of nurses in 2023 was:

Consider the following statements about the State of the World's Nursing 2025 report: 1. The global nursing shortage was 5.8 million in 2023 and is projected to fall to 4.1 million by 2030. 2. About 49% of the world's nurses are in countries that have 78% of the world's population. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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?