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RRB ALP Current Affairs Quiz — All time

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India and the UK resume negotiations towards a trade deal
Q1 Advanced

Who was the UK minister who announced the resumption of India-UK trade negotiations with Piyush Goyal in New Delhi on 24 February 2025?

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Correct answer: A — Jonathan Reynolds

UK Secretary of State for Business and Trade Jonathan Reynolds announced the resumption with Piyush Goyal in Delhi.

Q2 Advanced

The resumption of India-UK trade talks in February 2025 followed a meeting between PM Modi and Keir Starmer on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in November 2024, held in:

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Correct answer: B — Rio de Janeiro

Modi and Starmer met on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in November 2024.

Champions Trophy 2025: Kohli's 51st ODI century takes India past Pakistan by six wickets in Dubai; he becomes fastest to 14,000 ODI runs
Q3

Kohli's unbeaten 100 against Pakistan in Dubai on 23 February 2025 was his which ODI century?

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Correct answer: C — 51st

Kohli's 100 not out off 111 balls was his 51st ODI century, the most by anyone in the format.

Q4 Advanced

In how many innings did Virat Kohli reach 14,000 ODI runs, the fastest by any batter?

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Correct answer: D — 287

Kohli reached 14,000 ODI runs in his 287th innings, 63 fewer than Sachin Tendulkar's 350.

Q5 Advanced

Besides Sachin Tendulkar, which batter had scored 14,000 ODI runs before Virat Kohli?

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Correct answer: B — Kumar Sangakkara

Kohli became only the third batter to 14,000 ODI runs, after Sachin Tendulkar and Kumar Sangakkara.

Q6

Which Indian bowler took three wickets to help bowl Pakistan out for 241 on 23 February 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Kuldeep Yadav

Left-arm spinner Kuldeep Yadav took three wickets as Pakistan were bowled out for 241.

Mann Ki Baat 119th episode: PM proposes 'One Day as a Scientist', recalls Hansa Mehta and will hand his social media to women on 8 March
Q7

Which idea did PM Modi suggest for young people ahead of National Science Day in the 119th Mann Ki Baat?

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Correct answer: B — One Day as a Scientist

The PM suggested 'One Day as a Scientist', asking youth to spend a day at a research lab, planetarium or space centre.

Q8 Advanced

In the 119th Mann Ki Baat the PM played the voice of which Constituent Assembly member presenting the national flag on behalf of the women of India?

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Correct answer: D — Hansa Mehta

The PM played Hansa Mehta's words presenting the first flag to fly over the Constituent Assembly as a gift from the women of India.

Q9 Advanced

What did PM Modi announce he would do on International Women's Day, 8 March 2025?

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Correct answer: A — Hand over his X and Instagram accounts to inspiring women

He said he would hand over his social media accounts such as X and Instagram to inspiring women for the day.

Q10 Advanced

According to the 119th Mann Ki Baat, at what position did host Uttarakhand finish in the 38th National Games?

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Correct answer: C — 7th

The PM said Uttarakhand finished 7th, while the Services team won the most gold medals.

Q11

By how much did the PM ask citizens to cut their use of edible oil to fight obesity?

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Correct answer: B — 10%

He repeated his call to reduce the consumption of edible oil by 10% and challenged 10 people to do so.

Germany's Bundestag election: Friedrich Merz's CDU/CSU comes first, AfD second with 20.8%, turnout 82.5%
Q12

Which party finished second in Germany's Bundestag election of 23 February 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Alternative fur Deutschland (AfD)

The AfD took 20.8% of second votes to finish second behind the CDU/CSU.

Q13 Advanced

What was the voter turnout in Germany's federal election of 23 February 2025, according to the Federal Returning Officer?

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Correct answer: D — 82.5%

Turnout was 82.5%, up from 76.4% in the 2021 Bundestag election.

Q14 Advanced

Which two parties missed the 5% threshold in the 2025 Bundestag election?

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Correct answer: D — FDP and BSW

The FDP got 4.3% and the BSW just under 5%, both below the 5% threshold, so neither won seats.

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi leaves for France visit (24-27 February) to boost India-France defence ties
Q15

Exercise SHAKTI, on which Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi was to be briefed in Marseille in February 2025, is a bilateral exercise between India and:

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Correct answer: A — France

The Defence Ministry described SHAKTI as the bilateral India-France exercise, part of India-France training cooperation.

Q16 Advanced

The Neuve Chapelle Indian War Memorial in France, where General Dwivedi was to lay a wreath, honours Indian soldiers who fought in:

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Correct answer: B — World War I

The memorial honours fallen Indian soldiers who took part in World War I.

Former RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das appointed Principal Secretary-2 to the Prime Minister
Q17

Former RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das was appointed to which post on 22 February 2025?

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Correct answer: B — Principal Secretary-2 to the Prime Minister

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved his appointment as Principal Secretary-2 to the Prime Minister.

Q18 Advanced

Who continues as Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister after Shaktikanta Das's appointment as Principal Secretary-2?

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Correct answer: C — P.K. Mishra

P.K. Mishra, a retired Gujarat-cadre IAS officer, continues as Principal Secretary to the PM.

Q19 Advanced

Consider the following statements about Shaktikanta Das's appointment of February 2025: 1. It was approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet. 2. It is for a fixed term of five years. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

The ACC approved the appointment, but it is co-terminus with the PM's term or until further orders, not a fixed five-year term, so only the first statement is correct.

Champions Trophy 2025: Inglis's 120* powers Australia to record chase of 352 against England in Lahore, outdoing Duckett's 165
Q20

Who scored 165 for England against Australia on 22 February 2025, the highest individual score in Champions Trophy history?

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Correct answer: D — Ben Duckett

Ben Duckett's 165 off 143 balls is the highest individual score in Champions Trophy history.

Q21 Advanced

Whose unbeaten 120, his maiden ODI century, steered Australia's record chase against England in Lahore?

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Correct answer: A — Josh Inglis

Josh Inglis made 120 not out off 86 balls, his maiden ODI century, as Australia chased 352.

Indian Army contingent leaves for 6th India-Japan Exercise Dharma Guardian at East Fuji, Japan
Q22

Where was the 6th edition of Exercise Dharma Guardian scheduled from 24 February to 9 March 2025?

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Correct answer: A — East Fuji Manoeuvre Training Area, Japan

The 6th edition was scheduled at the East Fuji Manoeuvre Training Area in Japan.

Q23 Advanced

The Indian contingent for Exercise Dharma Guardian 2025 was drawn mainly from a battalion of which regiment?

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Correct answer: B — Madras Regiment

The 120-member Indian contingent was represented mainly by troops from a battalion of the Madras Regiment.

Q24 Advanced

Consider the following statements about Exercise Dharma Guardian: 1. It is an annual exercise held alternately in India and Japan. 2. Its previous edition, before February 2025, was held in Rajasthan. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

The Defence Ministry said the exercise is annual and held alternately in India and Japan, and the previous edition was held in Rajasthan in February-March 2024, so both statements are correct.

Law Ministry ends consultation on draft Advocates (Amendment) Bill, 2025; revised draft to be consulted afresh
Q25

The draft Advocates (Amendment) Bill, 2025, whose consultation was concluded on 22 February 2025, sought to amend which law?

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Correct answer: B — Advocates Act, 1961

The draft sought to amend the Advocates Act, 1961; it drew objections from the Bar Council of India and lawyers.

Q26 Advanced

On which website was the draft Advocates (Amendment) Bill, 2025 placed for public consultation on 13 February 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Department of Legal Affairs

The Law Ministry said the draft was made available for public consultation on the website of the Department of Legal Affairs on 13 February 2025.

International Mother Language Day 2025: UNESCO marks Silver Jubilee with theme 'Languages matter'; IGNCA holds two-day celebration
Q27

What was UNESCO's theme for International Mother Language Day 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Languages matter: Silver Jubilee Celebration of International Mother Language Day

UNESCO's 2025 theme was 'Languages matter: Silver Jubilee Celebration of International Mother Language Day'; 'Make Languages Count for Sustainable Development' was the theme of IGNCA's own event in New Delhi.

Q28 Advanced

International Mother Language Day 2025 marked which anniversary of the Day?

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Correct answer: B — 25th

UNESCO celebrated 2025 as the 25th anniversary, or Silver Jubilee, of International Mother Language Day.

Q29 Advanced

According to UNESCO, as highlighted on International Mother Language Day 2025, what share of learners lack access to education in a language they understand?

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Correct answer: C — 40%

UNESCO said 40% of learners do not have the opportunity to learn in a language they understand, and called for multilingual education.

Q30 Advanced

The UN's International Decade of Indigenous Languages, referred to at IGNCA's Mother Language Day event in February 2025, covers which period?

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Correct answer: D — 2022-2032

UNESCO's South Asia director Tim Curtis referred to the UN declaration of 2022-2032 as the Decade of Indigenous Languages, aimed at documenting and revitalising languages.

India takes over chairmanship of the Bay of Bengal Programme Inter-Governmental Organisation from Bangladesh
Q31

From which country did India take over the chairmanship of BOBP-IGO on 21 February 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Bangladesh

India assumed the chairmanship of BOBP-IGO from Bangladesh at the 13th Governing Council meeting in the Maldives.

Q32 Advanced

Where is the headquarters of the Bay of Bengal Programme Inter-Governmental Organisation (BOBP-IGO)?

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Correct answer: D — Chennai

BOBP-IGO, a regional fisheries advisory body, is headquartered on St. Mary's Road, Abhiramapuram, Chennai.

Q33 Advanced

Consider the following statements about BOBP-IGO: 1. Its members are Bangladesh, India, the Maldives and Sri Lanka. 2. Myanmar and Thailand are full members of the organisation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

BOBP-IGO's members are Bangladesh, India, the Maldives and Sri Lanka, while Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar and Thailand are only cooperating non-contracting parties, so only the first statement is correct.

IWAI Board orders feasibility study for Water Metro in 17 cities across 12 states; KMRL to conduct it
Q34 Advanced

Which organisation was appointed by the IWAI Board in February 2025 to carry out the feasibility study for Water Metro in 17 cities?

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Correct answer: A — Kochi Metro Rail Limited

The IWAI Board appointed Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) to carry out the feasibility study.

Q35 Advanced

The IWAI Board decided in February 2025 to explore Water Metro in how many cities?

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Correct answer: C — 17

The Board decided to explore Water Metro in 17 cities across 12 states.

Rural power supply rises to 22.6 hours a day, AT&C losses fall to 15%: Power Minister Manohar Lal
Q36 Advanced

According to the Power Minister on 21 February 2025, average electricity supply in rural areas has risen to how many hours a day in 2025?

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Correct answer: A — 22.6 hours

Manohar Lal said rural supply rose from 12.5 hours in 2014 to 22.6 hours in 2025, and urban supply reached 23.4 hours.

Q37 Advanced

AT&C losses in India's power sector fell from 22.62% in 2014 to what level in 2025, as stated by the Power Minister?

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Correct answer: A — 15%

The Minister said AT&C losses fell from 22.62% in 2014 to 15% in 2025.

Ministry of Mines shifts Barytes, Felspar, Mica and Quartz from minor to major minerals
Q38

Which of the following minerals was NOT among those shifted from minor to major minerals by the Ministry of Mines in February 2025?

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Correct answer: A — Limestone

The minerals shifted were Barytes, Felspar, Mica and Quartz; limestone was not part of this notification.

Q39 Advanced

The Inter-Ministerial Committee that recommended reclassifying Barytes, Felspar, Mica and Quartz as major minerals was chaired by:

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Correct answer: B — Dr V.K. Saraswat

The Inter-Ministerial Committee on the mines and minerals sector was chaired by NITI Aayog Member Dr V.K. Saraswat.

Q40 Advanced

Quartz, Felspar and Mica were reclassified partly because they occur in which rocks that are an important source of critical minerals like lithium and beryl?

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Correct answer: C — Pegmatite

Quartz, Felspar and Mica are found in pegmatite rocks, an important source of critical minerals such as beryl, lithium, niobium and tantalum.

Q41 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the reclassification of Barytes, Felspar, Mica and Quartz as major minerals (February 2025): 1. Revenue from these mines will now accrue to the Central Government instead of the states. 2. Existing leases will be extended to 50 years from the date of grant under Section 8A of the MMDR Act, 1957. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — 2 only

The Ministry said revenue from these mines will continue to accrue to the state governments, while leases get extended to 50 years from the date of grant (or till the end of the renewal period, if later) under Section 8A, so only the second statement is correct.

Champions Trophy 2025: Gill's unbeaten 101 and Shami's 5/53 give India six-wicket win over Bangladesh in Dubai
Q42

Who scored an unbeaten century for India against Bangladesh in the Champions Trophy at Dubai on 20 February 2025?

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Correct answer: A — Shubman Gill

Shubman Gill made 101 not out off 129 balls as India chased 229.

Q43 Advanced

Mohammed Shami, who took 5 for 53 against Bangladesh, overtook whom to become India's leading wicket-taker in men's ICC tournaments?

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Correct answer: B — Zaheer Khan

With his five-for, Shami overtook Zaheer Khan as India's leading wicket-taker in men's ICC tournaments.

Q44 Advanced

Which record did Mohammed Shami set during his 5 for 53 against Bangladesh on 20 February 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Quickest to 200 ODI wickets in terms of balls bowled

Shami became the quickest bowler to 200 ODI wickets in terms of balls bowled, and it was his sixth ODI five-wicket haul.

Q45 Advanced

Which Bangladesh batter scored his maiden ODI century against India in Dubai on 20 February 2025?

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Correct answer: D — Towhid Hridoy

Towhid Hridoy scored 100 off 118 balls, his maiden ODI century, sharing a 154-run sixth-wicket stand with Jaker Ali.

Health Ministry launches Intensified Special NCD Screening Campaign for everyone aged 30 and above
Q46

The Intensified Special NCD Screening Campaign launched on 20 February 2025 aims to screen all individuals above what age?

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Correct answer: A — 30 years

The campaign aims at 100% screening of all individuals aged 30 years and above.

Q47 Advanced

Which of the following cancers is NOT among the three covered by the NCD screening campaign of February-March 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Lung cancer

The campaign screens for diabetes, hypertension and three common cancers: oral, breast and cervical.

India launches Electronic Personnel Licence for pilots, becoming the second country to do so
Q48

With the launch of the Electronic Personnel Licence (EPL) for pilots on 20 February 2025, India became which country in the world to implement it?

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Correct answer: C — Second

The Civil Aviation Ministry said India became the second country globally to implement the EPL system.

Q49 Advanced

India's Electronic Personnel Licence for pilots follows ICAO's Amendment 178 to which Annex of the Chicago Convention?

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Correct answer: D — Annex 1 - Personnel Licensing

The EPL follows ICAO's Amendment 178 to Annex 1, Personnel Licensing, which encourages member states to adopt electronic licences.

Gyanesh Kumar takes charge as India's 26th Chief Election Commissioner; Vivek Joshi joins as Election Commissioner
Q50

Gyanesh Kumar, who assumed charge on 19 February 2025, is India's which Chief Election Commissioner?

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Correct answer: B — 26th

The Election Commission's press note says Gyanesh Kumar assumed charge as the 26th Chief Election Commissioner of India.

Q51

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar belongs to the 1988 batch of the IAS from which cadre?

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Correct answer: A — Kerala

Gyanesh Kumar is a 1988-batch IAS officer of the Kerala cadre and served as District Collector of Ernakulam.

Q52 Advanced

Who took charge as Election Commissioner on 19 February 2025, filling the vacancy created by Gyanesh Kumar's elevation as CEC?

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Correct answer: B — Vivek Joshi

Vivek Joshi, who was Haryana's Chief Secretary, took charge as Election Commissioner the same day; Sukhbir Singh Sandhu was already a member.

Q53 Advanced

Under the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners Act, 2023, the Search Committee that prepares a panel of five names is headed by the:

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Correct answer: C — Minister of Law and Justice

Section 6 of the 2023 Act provides for a Search Committee headed by the Minister of Law and Justice, with two members not below the rank of Secretary, to prepare a panel of five persons.

Q54 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Selection Committee under Section 7 of the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners Act, 2023: 1. It is chaired by the Prime Minister. 2. The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha is a member. 3. The Chief Justice of India is a member. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — 1 and 2 only

Section 7 names the Prime Minister as Chairperson, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha and a Union Cabinet Minister nominated by the Prime Minister as members; the Chief Justice of India is not on the committee, so only the first two statements are correct.

Champions Trophy 2025 opens in Karachi: New Zealand beat hosts Pakistan by 60 runs; Latham and Young hit centuries
Q55

By what margin did New Zealand beat Pakistan in the opening match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Karachi?

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Correct answer: D — 60 runs

New Zealand made 320 for 5 and bowled Pakistan out for 260, winning by 60 runs.

Q56 Advanced

Who was named Player of the Match in the Champions Trophy 2025 opener between Pakistan and New Zealand?

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Correct answer: B — Tom Latham

Tom Latham, unbeaten on 118 off 104 balls, was named Player of the Match.

Q57 Advanced

Besides Tom Latham, which New Zealand batter scored a century against Pakistan in Karachi on 19 February 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Will Young

Will Young made 107 off 113 balls, the other century in New Zealand's 320 for 5.

India elected Vice President of IALA at its first General Assembly in Singapore as the body becomes an inter-governmental organisation
Q58

Where was the first General Assembly of IALA held, at which India was elected to the Vice Presidency in February 2025?

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Correct answer: A — Singapore

India was elected to IALA's Vice Presidency at the body's 1st General Assembly in Singapore.

Q59 Advanced

IALA, whose first General Assembly was held in February 2025, was originally established in which year?

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Correct answer: D — 1957

IALA was established in 1957 as a non-governmental organisation.

Q60 Advanced

What change in IALA's status was marked by its first General Assembly in Singapore?

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Correct answer: B — It moved from a non-governmental to an inter-governmental organisation

The first General Assembly marked IALA's transition from a non-governmental organisation to an inter-governmental organisation.

India and Argentina sign MoU on lithium: MECL partners Catamarca province for critical mineral exploration
Q61

Which Indian PSU signed an MoU with the Provincial Government of Catamarca, Argentina, on 19 February 2025 for critical mineral exploration?

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Correct answer: C — Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL)

The MoU was signed between Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL), a PSU under the Ministry of Mines, and the Provincial Government of Catamarca.

Q62 Advanced

Argentina, a partner in India's search for battery minerals, is part of which resource region?

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Correct answer: D — Lithium Triangle

The Ministry of Mines described Argentina as known for its vast lithium reserves as part of the 'Lithium Triangle'.

13th Malaysia-India Defence Cooperation Committee meets in Kuala Lumpur; terms of reference for Su-30 Forum exchanged
Q63

Which edition of the Malaysia-India Defence Cooperation Committee (MIDCOM) met in Kuala Lumpur on 19 February 2025?

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Correct answer: C — 13th

The 13th MIDCOM meeting was held in Kuala Lumpur on 19 February 2025.

Q64 Advanced

At the 13th MIDCOM, India and Malaysia exchanged terms of reference for a forum on the maintenance of which aircraft, flown by both air forces?

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Correct answer: D — Su-30

The finalised terms of reference for a Su-30 Forum were exchanged, to share expertise and best practices in Su-30 maintenance.

India and Qatar elevate ties to Strategic Partnership during Amir Sheikh Tamim's state visit; Qatar commits $10 billion investment
Q65

Which leader of Qatar paid a State Visit to India on 17-18 February 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani

The Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, paid his second State Visit to India on 17-18 February 2025.

Q66

During the Amir of Qatar's visit in February 2025, India-Qatar relations were elevated to which level?

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Correct answer: A — Strategic Partnership

The two sides signed the Agreement on the Establishment of Bilateral Strategic Partnership.

Q67 Advanced

How much investment in India did Qatar commit to, according to the India-Qatar Joint Statement of 18 February 2025?

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Correct answer: B — USD 10 billion

The Qatar side announced a commitment to invest USD 10 billion in India in sectors such as infrastructure, technology, manufacturing and food security.

Q68 Advanced

What bilateral trade target did India and Qatar set in February 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Double trade by 2030

Both sides set the target to double bilateral trade by 2030 and agreed to explore a bilateral Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.

Q69 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Amir of Qatar's visit to India in February 2025: 1. It was his second State Visit to India. 2. The Joint Working Group on Trade and Commerce was elevated to a Joint Commission headed by the Commerce Ministers. 3. India and Qatar signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement during the visit. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only

It was the Amir's second State Visit, and the trade working group became a Joint Commission headed by the Commerce Ministers; on a CEPA, the sides only agreed to explore the possibility, so only the first two statements are correct.

PLFS October-December 2024: urban unemployment rate eases to 6.4%
Q70

According to the PLFS quarterly bulletin for October-December 2024, what was the urban unemployment rate for persons aged 15 and above (CWS)?

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Correct answer: C — 6.4%

The urban unemployment rate for persons aged 15 and above fell to 6.4% in October-December 2024 from 6.5% a year earlier.

Q71 Advanced

What was the urban unemployment rate among women aged 15 and above in October-December 2024, as per the PLFS bulletin?

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Correct answer: B — 8.1%

The female urban unemployment rate fell from 8.6% in October-December 2023 to 8.1% in October-December 2024.

DoT and ITU sign Letter of Intent on AI-driven digital twins; India proposes to host ITU Plenipotentiary Conference 2030
Q72

Which ITU event did India propose to host, during the Telecom Secretary's visit to Geneva in February 2025?

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Correct answer: C — ITU Plenipotentiary Conference 2030

India proposed to host the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference 2030 as part of positioning itself as a global digital leader.

Q73 Advanced

The Letter of Intent signed by DoT and ITU on 17 February 2025 mainly concerns collaboration on:

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Correct answer: D — AI-driven digital twin technologies for infrastructure planning

The LoI covers common initiatives in digital twins, AI-driven solutions, virtual world technologies and IMT-2030 for future-ready infrastructure planning.

Reliance New Energy Battery awarded 10 GWh under PLI scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cell; 40 of 50 GWh now allotted
Q74

How much Advanced Chemistry Cell capacity was awarded to Reliance New Energy Battery Limited under the PLI scheme on 17 February 2025?

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Correct answer: A — 10 GWh

The Programme Agreement awards Reliance New Energy Battery Limited 10 GWh of ACC capacity after a global tender.

Q75 Advanced

After the Reliance agreement of February 2025, how much cumulative capacity had been awarded under the PLI scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cell?

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Correct answer: C — 40 GWh

With this signing, a cumulative capacity of 40 GWh has been awarded to four firms out of the scheme's 50 GWh target.

Q76 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the PLI scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) battery storage: 1. It was approved by the Cabinet in May 2021 with an outlay of ₹18,100 crore. 2. It aims at a total manufacturing capacity of 50 GWh. 3. In the first round of bidding in March 2022, the entire 50 GWh was allotted. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — 1 and 2 only

The scheme was approved in May 2021 with ₹18,100 crore for 50 GWh; the first round in March 2022 allotted only 30 GWh to three firms, so only the first two statements are correct.

India's exports in April-January 2024-25 estimated at $682.59 billion, up 7.21%
Q77

What were India's estimated total exports (merchandise and services) in April-January 2024-25?

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Correct answer: A — USD 682.59 billion

Total exports in April-January 2024-25 were estimated at USD 682.59 billion, up 7.21% from USD 636.69 billion; USD 770.06 billion was the imports figure.

Q78 Advanced

Which of the following was the fastest-growing major export category in January 2025, as per the Commerce Ministry?

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Correct answer: B — Electronic goods

Electronic goods exports grew 78.97% to USD 4.11 billion in January 2025, ahead of rice at 44.61% and drugs and pharmaceuticals at 21.46%.

Q79 Advanced

In January 2025, how did India's estimated services exports compare with merchandise exports?

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Correct answer: C — Services exports exceeded merchandise exports

Services exports were estimated at USD 38.55 billion against merchandise exports of USD 36.43 billion in January 2025.

PM-AASHA continued till 2025-26; tur procurement approved in nine states under Price Support Scheme
Q80

In how many states did the Agriculture Minister approve tur procurement under the Price Support Scheme for kharif 2024-25, as announced on 17 February 2025?

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Correct answer: C — 9

Tur procurement was approved in nine states, from Andhra Pradesh to Uttar Pradesh, for a total of 13.22 lakh tonnes.

Q81 Advanced

Which central nodal agencies will purchase tur from farmers under the Price Support Scheme of PM-AASHA, as stated in February 2025?

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Correct answer: A — NAFED and NCCF

The Government said it is committed to purchasing 100% of tur produced by farmers through the central nodal agencies NAFED and NCCF.

Q82 Advanced

Under the Budget 2025 announcement cited by the Agriculture Ministry, procurement of which pulses up to 100% of a state's production will continue for four more years?

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Correct answer: B — Tur, urad and masur

The Budget 2025 announcement continues procurement of tur (arhar), urad and masur up to 100% of the state's production for another four years.

Nirmala Sitharaman launches Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs in Mumbai; first Sachal Aaykar Seva Kendra opened
Q83

In which city did Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman launch the Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs on 17 February 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Mumbai

Nirmala Sitharaman launched MCGS-MSME at the post-budget stakeholders' interaction in Mumbai.

Q84 Advanced

What did the Finance Minister virtually inaugurate at Navy Nagar, Colaba, alongside the MCGS-MSME launch on 17 February 2025?

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Correct answer: D — The first Sachal Aaykar Seva Kendra

She virtually inaugurated the first Sachal Aaykar Seva Kendra in Mumbai, to operate at Navy Nagar, Colaba, for digital services, grievance help and tax awareness.

PM Modi addresses second edition of Bharat Tex at Bharat Mandapam; says India is the sixth-largest textile exporter
Q85

Which edition of Bharat Tex did PM Narendra Modi address at Bharat Mandapam on 16 February 2025?

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Correct answer: B — 2nd

The Prime Minister remarked that Bharat Mandapam was witnessing the second (2nd) edition of Bharat Tex.

Q86 Advanced

According to PM Modi at Bharat Tex 2025, what is India's current rank among the world's exporters of textiles and apparel?

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Correct answer: C — 6th

The Prime Minister said India is currently ranked the sixth-largest (6th) exporter of textiles and apparel in the world.

Q87 Advanced

How many countries were participating in Bharat Tex 2025, as stated by the Prime Minister?

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Correct answer: C — 120+

The Prime Minister said more than 120 countries were participating, giving every exhibitor exposure to over 120 countries.

Q88 Advanced

Consider the following statements made by PM Modi at Bharat Tex 2025: 1. India's textile and apparel exports rose 7% in the last year. 2. All twelve communities across the textile value chain were part of the event. 3. The event was being held for the first time in Gandhinagar. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only

The PM cited a 7% rise in textile and apparel exports and said all twelve value-chain communities took part; the event was the second edition, held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, so the third statement is wrong.

Q89 Advanced

Addressing Bharat Tex 2025, PM Narendra Modi said the world is adopting which vision, in which India can lead the way?

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Correct answer: A — Fashion for Environment and Empowerment

The Prime Minister said the world is adopting the vision of 'Fashion for Environment and Empowerment', and India can lead the way in it.