Punjab Police Current Affairs Quiz — All time
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How many Space Labs will be set up in Eklavya Model Residential Schools under the Tribal Affairs Ministry–BPCL initiative announced in April 2025?
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Correct answer: D — 75
Space Labs will be set up in 75 EMRS across 19 States.
Which company is funding the EMRS Space Labs under its CSR, with about ₹12 crore sanctioned?
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Correct answer: B — Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) sanctioned about ₹12 crore under its CSR initiatives.
Consider the following statements about the EMRS Space Labs initiative: 1. Technical support will come from space tutor agencies recognised by ISRO. 2. There are 470 functional EMRS in the country. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
Which database was used for the first time as the sampling frame in MoSPI's pilot of the Annual Survey of Services Sector Enterprises?
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Correct answer: A — GSTN database
The pilot used a GSTN-based enterprise frame for the first time.
Consider the following statements: 1. The full-scale ASSSE will begin in January 2025. 2. ASSSE covers unincorporated service enterprises. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Neither is correct. The full-scale survey of incorporated service enterprises begins in January 2026; unincorporated enterprises are covered by ASUSE.
India Post's network, cited in its 29 April 2025 MoU with SBI Funds Management, has over how many post offices?
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Correct answer: B — 1.64 lakh
India Post has a network of over 1.64 lakh post offices.
What service will India Post provide under its MoU with SBI Funds Management Limited signed on 29 April 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Doorstep KYC verification for SBI Mutual Fund investors
India Post will provide doorstep KYC verification by collecting KYC forms and documents from SBI Mutual Fund investors.
At which event was the PSA's Round 2 report on 'Evaluation of Innovation Excellence Indicators of Public Funded R&D Organizations' released on 29 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 15th CII Global Innovation and IP Summit 2025
PSA Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood released the report at the 15th CII Global Innovation and IP Summit 2025 in New Delhi.
The evaluation framework of the PSA's Round 2 report on public-funded R&D organisations focused on how many key dimensions?
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Correct answer: C — Six
The framework focused on six key dimensions, from research output and quality to human resource development.
Under the Labour Ministry–Rapido MoU of 29 April 2025, how many livelihood opportunities are to be brought to the NCS portal over 1–2 years?
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Correct answer: C — 50 lakh
Rapido is to bring 50 lakh livelihood opportunities to the NCS platform over 1–2 years.
Consider the following about the National Career Service (NCS) portal, as stated on 29 April 2025: 1. It has over 40 lakh active job seekers. 2. It has over 40 lakh registered employers. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only 2 is correct. NCS has over 1.75 crore active job seekers and over 40 lakh registered employers.
As cited by the PM at the YUGM Innovation Conclave (29 April 2025), the hyperloop test track developed at IIT Madras with Indian Railways is how long?
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Correct answer: A — 422 metres
The PM cited a 422-metre hyperloop test track developed at IIT Madras in collaboration with Indian Railways.
Consider the following about Indian institutions' campuses abroad, as mentioned by the PM on 29 April 2025: 1. IIT Madras has a campus in Abu Dhabi. 2. IIM Ahmedabad has an upcoming campus in Dubai. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only 2 is correct. IIT Delhi is in Abu Dhabi and IIT Madras is in Tanzania; IIM Ahmedabad's Dubai campus is upcoming.
According to the PIB release on the YUGM Innovation Conclave, India's gross expenditure on R&D rose from about ₹60,000 crore in 2013-14 to:
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Correct answer: D — Over ₹1.25 lakh crore
Gross expenditure on R&D rose from about ₹60,000 crore in 2013-14 to over ₹1.25 lakh crore.
Consider the following about the PM's congratulatory messages of 29 April 2025: 1. Mark Carney was congratulated on his election as Prime Minister of Canada, and the Liberal Party on its victory. 2. Kamla Persad-Bissessar was congratulated on her election as Prime Minister of Canada. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. Kamla Persad-Bissessar was congratulated on her election victory in Trinidad and Tobago, not Canada.
According to MoSPI's first Forward-Looking Survey on Private Sector CAPEX (findings released 29 April 2025), the provisional capital expenditure per enterprise for new assets in 2024-25 is estimated at:
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Correct answer: A — ₹172.2 crore
The provisional CAPEX per enterprise for purchasing new assets in 2024-25 was estimated at ₹172.2 crore.
Consider the following about MoSPI's Forward-Looking Survey on Private Sector CAPEX: 1. It was conducted between November 2023 and January 2024. 2. It found a 66.3% decline in aggregate CAPEX from 2021-22 to 2024-25. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Neither is correct. The survey was conducted between November 2024 and January 2025, and aggregate CAPEX rose (not fell) by 66.3% over 2021-22 to 2024-25.
Scientists of INST Mohali reported a p-n heterojunction catalyst for green hydrogen production (PIB, 28 April 2025). Which materials form this heterojunction?
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Correct answer: A — Copper oxide and copper tungsten oxide
INST scientists fabricated a CuWO4–CuO (copper tungsten oxide–copper oxide) p-n heterostructure.
Consider the following about the green hydrogen catalyst study reported on 28 April 2025: 1. The Institute of Nano Science and Technology is located in Bengaluru. 2. The institute is an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only 2 is correct. INST is located in Mohali (Punjab) and is an autonomous institute of DST.
As of March 2025, how many supercomputers had been deployed under the National Supercomputing Mission (MeitY, 28 April 2025)?
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Correct answer: B — 34
A total of 34 supercomputers with a combined capacity of 35 petaflops had been deployed as of March 2025.
Consider the following about the National Supercomputing Mission: 1. It was launched in 2015. 2. Its supercomputers have a combined compute capacity of 35 petaflops as of March 2025. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. NSM was launched in 2015, and its 34 supercomputers had a combined 35 petaflops as of March 2025.
Consider the following about the IEPFA–Kotak Mahindra Bank MoU announced on 28 April 2025: 1. IEPFA functions under the Ministry of Finance's Department of Economic Affairs. 2. The initiative is to run during 2025-26 with no financial obligation on IEPFA. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only 2 is correct. IEPFA functions under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs; the initiative runs in 2025-26 with no financial obligation on IEPFA.
Under India Post's 'Gyan Post' service notified in April 2025, what is the starting rate for packets up to 300 grams?
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Correct answer: C — ₹20
Gyan Post rates start at ₹20 for packets up to 300 grams.
Consider the following about 'Gyan Post': 1. It is operational at all departmental post offices from 1 May 2025. 2. Packets are transported by air mode for faster delivery. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. Gyan Post packets are transported by surface mode for cost-effective delivery.
What is the maximum charge under 'Gyan Post', and for packets up to what weight?
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Correct answer: D — ₹100 for up to 5 kg
The maximum charge is ₹100 for packets up to 5 kg (taxes as applicable).
What was India's IIP growth in March 2025 as per the Quick Estimates released on 28 April 2025?
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Correct answer: D — 3.0%
IIP grew 3.0% in March 2025, compared with 2.9% in February 2025.
Consider the following about the IIP Quick Estimates for March 2025: 1. The mining sector grew by 3.0%. 2. The electricity sector grew by 6.3%. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only 2 is correct. Mining grew 0.4%; manufacturing grew 3.0% and electricity 6.3%.
At the Civil Investiture Ceremony-I on 28 April 2025, how many Padma awards of each class were presented?
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Correct answer: B — 4 Padma Vibhushan, 10 Padma Bhushan, 57 Padma Shri
The President presented 4 Padma Vibhushan, 10 Padma Bhushan and 57 Padma Shri awards for 2025.
Consider the following about the Civil Investiture Ceremony-I of 28 April 2025: 1. It was held in Ganatantra Mandap, Rashtrapati Bhavan. 2. The awards were presented by the Vice-President. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The awards were presented by President Droupadi Murmu.
Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, whose private papers were acquired by the National Archives of India in April 2025, served as President of India during:
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Correct answer: D — 2002–2007
Dr Kalam was the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007.
Consider the following: 1. The private paper collection of Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was acquired by the National Archives of India. 2. Dr Kalam was born on 15 October 1931 in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct, as per the Ministry of Culture release of 28 April 2025.
How many Aadhaar authentication transactions were carried out in 2024-25, as per MeitY's release of 28 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Over 2,707 crore
Aadhaar number holders carried out more than 2,707 crore authentication transactions in 2024-25.
Consider the following about Aadhaar usage in March 2025: 1. Face authentication transactions exceeded 15 crore. 2. e-KYC transactions totalled 246.75 crore. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. e-KYC transactions in March 2025 were 44.63 crore; 246.75 crore was the total number of authentication transactions.
In which year did the Government institute the Armed Forces Battle Casualties Welfare Fund, as cited by the Defence Ministry on 27 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 2020
The Government instituted the Armed Forces Battle Casualties Welfare Fund in 2020.
Consider the following about the Armed Forces Battle Casualties Welfare Fund (AFBCWF): 1. Its accounts are maintained by the Indian Army on behalf of the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare. 2. It provides immediate financial assistance to families of personnel who lose their lives or are grievously injured in active military operations. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct, as stated in the Ministry of Defence release of 27 April 2025.
Consider the following about the 'Sachet' app mentioned in Mann Ki Baat on 27 April 2025: 1. It has been developed by the National Disaster Management Authority. 2. It provides information only in English and Hindi. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The PM said the NDMA-developed app also provides a lot of information in regional languages.
Who wrote the book 'Satyagraha in Champaran', recommended by the PM in Mann Ki Baat on 27 April 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Dr Rajendra Prasad
The PM said Dr Rajendra Prasad, the first President after Independence, contributed to the Satyagraha and wrote 'Satyagraha in Champaran'.
Consider the following based on Mann Ki Baat of 27 April 2025: 1. Babu Veer Kunwar Singh was a hero of the 1857 revolution. 2. 10 May marks the anniversary of the first freedom struggle. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct, as mentioned by the PM.
In which year did Gandhiji reach Champaran in Bihar, as recalled in Mann Ki Baat on 27 April 2025?
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Correct answer: D — 1917
The PM recalled that Gandhiji reached Champaran in Bihar in 1917.
On which date was the death anniversary of Babu Veer Kunwar Singh observed, as mentioned in Mann Ki Baat on 27 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 26 April
The PM said the death anniversary of Babu Veer Kunwar Singh was observed on 26 April.
How many UDAN routes had been operationalised, as per the Civil Aviation Ministry's backgrounder marking 8 years of the scheme's first flight?
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Correct answer: A — 625
625 UDAN routes have been operationalised, connecting 90 airports.
Consider the following about the UDAN scheme: 1. It was launched on 21 October 2016. 2. India's airports grew from 74 in 2014 to 159 in 2024. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct, as per the Civil Aviation Ministry backgrounder.
The 90 airports connected under UDAN, as per the Civil Aviation Ministry backgrounder of April 2025, include how many heliports?
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Correct answer: D — 15
The 90 airports connected under UDAN include 2 water aerodromes and 15 heliports.
Consider the following about IOS SAGAR's deployment in April 2025: 1. It made a port call at Port Louis, Mauritius, from 26 to 28 April 2025. 2. On departure, it was to undertake a joint EEZ surveillance with the Mauritius Coast Guard. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct, as per the Defence Ministry release of 29 April 2025.
What was the theme of World Veterinary Day 2025, as highlighted at the national workshop in New Delhi on 26 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Animal Health Takes a Team
The theme highlighted was 'Animal Health Takes a Team'.
As per the Animal Husbandry Department's release of 26 April 2025, India's livestock population is over:
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Correct answer: D — 536 million
India is home to over 536 million livestock, the largest in the world.
How many appointment letters were distributed at the 15th tranche of the Rozgar Mela on 26 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Over 51,000
PM Modi distributed over 51,000 appointment letters at the 15th Rozgar Mela.
At how many locations was the 15th tranche of the Rozgar Mela held on 26 April 2025?
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Correct answer: D — 47
The 15th Rozgar Mela was held simultaneously at 47 locations nationwide.
Consider the following about the Rozgar Mela of 26 April 2025: 1. The PM gave the new recruits the mantra 'Nagarik Parmo Dharma'. 2. The initiative has so far facilitated the onboarding of more than ten lakh young professionals. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct, as per the Finance Ministry release.
Consider the following about the DGCA directive to airlines of 26 April 2025: 1. It is mandatory, and non-compliance may attract action under the Civil Aviation Requirements. 2. It is valid for 30 days only. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The directive is effective immediately and remains in force until further notice.
Consider the following about the DGCA's passenger handling directive of 26 April 2025: 1. Airlines must revise catering based on the scheduled (not actual) block time. 2. The directive applies only to international carriers of foreign origin. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Neither is correct. Catering is to be revised based on the actual block time, and the directive applies to all airline operators.
What is the theme of World Malaria Day 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Malaria Ends With Us: Reinvest, Reimagine, Reignite
The theme for World Malaria Day 2025 is 'Malaria Ends With Us: Reinvest, Reimagine, Reignite'.
Consider the following, as stated by the Health Ministry on World Malaria Day 2025: 1. India exited the WHO's High Burden to High Impact (HBHI) group in 2024. 2. India aims to achieve full elimination of malaria by 2027. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. India aims for zero indigenous cases by 2027 and full elimination by 2030.
How many high-burden districts does the Intensified Malaria Elimination Project (IMEP)-3 target?
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Correct answer: C — 159
IMEP-3 targets 159 high-burden districts; 122 districts reported zero malaria cases in 2023.
Dr. K. Kasturirangan, whose passing the Prime Minister condoled on 25 April 2025, is remembered for his efforts during the drafting of which policy?
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Correct answer: B — National Education Policy
The PM said India will always be grateful to Dr. Kasturirangan for his efforts during the drafting of the National Education Policy (NEP).
Consider the following about the Prime Minister's tribute to Dr. K. Kasturirangan on 25 April 2025: 1. The PM said he served ISRO with great diligence, steering India's space programme to new heights. 2. The PM credited him with drafting the National Strategy for AI. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The PM credited him for his efforts on the National Education Policy, not the National Strategy for AI.
How many districts reported zero measles cases during January–March 2025, as stated at the launch of the MR elimination campaign?
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Correct answer: C — 332
332 districts reported zero measles cases and 487 districts zero rubella cases in January–March 2025.
Consider the following about the National Zero Measles-Rubella Elimination Campaign 2025-26: 1. It was launched on the first day of World Immunization Week (24–30 April). 2. India's MR vaccination coverage for the second dose is 93.7%, as per 2024-25 HMIS data. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. Second-dose coverage is 92.2%; 93.7% is the first-dose coverage.
By which year does India aim to eliminate measles and rubella, as per the Health Ministry release of 24 April 2025?
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Correct answer: A — 2026
The campaign marks a step towards India's goal of eliminating measles and rubella by 2026.
How much cargo moved on India's inland waterways in FY 2024-25, a record?
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Correct answer: D — 145.5 million tonnes
Inland waterways moved a record 145.5 million tonnes in FY 2024-25, up from 18.1 million tonnes in FY 2013-14.
Consider the following about India's inland waterways: 1. The number of National Waterways increased from 5 to 111. 2. The Jalvahak Scheme offers cargo owners a 35% operating cost incentive. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct, as per the Ports, Shipping and Waterways Ministry release.
India aims to raise the modal share of inland water transport from 2% to what level?
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Correct answer: B — 5%
India aims to increase the modal share of inland water transport from 2% to 5%.
Consider the following decisions of the Cabinet Committee on Security on 23 April 2025, as announced by the Foreign Secretary: 1. The Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 will be held in abeyance with immediate effect, until Pakistan credibly and irrevocably abjures its support for cross-border terrorism. 2. The Integrated Check Post Attari will be closed with immediate effect; those who crossed over with valid endorsements may return through that route before 01 May 2025. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct, as stated in the MEA special briefing of 23 April 2025.
As per the CCS decision of 23 April 2025, to what number will the overall strength of the High Commissions be brought down by 01 May 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 30
The overall strength of the High Commissions will be brought down to 30 from the present 55.
As per the CCS decision of 23 April 2025, how much time was given to Pakistani nationals in India under SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme (SVES) visas to leave India?
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Correct answer: D — 48 hours
Any Pakistani national in India under an SVES visa has 48 hours to leave; the Service Advisors were given a week.
Consider the following about the CCS decisions of 23 April 2025 on Service Advisors: 1. The Defence/Military, Naval and Air Advisors in the Pakistani High Commission in New Delhi were declared persona non grata and given a week to leave India. 2. India will retain its own Defence/Navy/Air Advisors in the Indian High Commission in Islamabad. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. India will withdraw its own Defence/Navy/Air Advisors from Islamabad, and these posts are deemed annulled.
How many candidates did UPSC recommend for appointment in the final result of the Civil Services Examination 2024?
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Correct answer: B — 1,009
A total of 1,009 candidates were recommended; 230 are on the reserve list.
How many IAS vacancies were reported by the Government for the Civil Services Examination 2024?
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Correct answer: C — 180
The Government reported 180 IAS vacancies; 55 were for the IFS and 147 for the IPS.