State Police Current Affairs Quiz — All time
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The first Sagarmatha Sambaad, held in Kathmandu in May 2025, had which theme?
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Correct answer: B — Climate Change, Mountains, and the Future of Humanity
The theme of the first Sagarmatha Sambaad was 'Climate Change, Mountains, and the Future of Humanity'.
According to India's first Snow Leopard Population Assessment (2019–2023), cited at the Sagarmatha Sambaad, how many snow leopards were found in India?
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Correct answer: D — 718
The assessment found a total of 718 snow leopards across India, about 10–15% of the global population.
Consider the following statements made by India at the first Sagarmatha Sambaad (May 2025): 1. South Asia accounts for only about 4% of historical global CO2 emissions despite being home to nearly 25% of the world's population. 2. Himalayan nations were called upon to collaborate under the International Solar Alliance to protect snow leopards. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. The call for transboundary conservation of snow leopards, tigers and leopards was made under the International Big Cats Alliance.
On 16 May 2025, President Droupadi Murmu conferred the 58th Jnanpith Award on which Sanskrit scholar at Vigyan Bhavan?
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Correct answer: B — Jagadguru Rambhadracharya
The 58th Jnanpith Award was conferred on Sanskrit scholar Jagadguru Rambhadracharya. The other names are earlier women Jnanpith awardees recalled by the President.
Consider the following statements regarding the 58th Jnanpith Award ceremony (16 May 2025): 1. The Bharatiya Jnanpith Trust has been giving the award to writers in Indian languages since 1965. 2. Gulzar received the award in person at the ceremony. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. The President congratulated Gulzar, who could not attend the ceremony.
Rajon ki Baoli, restored by the ASI in 2025, is located in:
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Correct answer: A — Mehrauli Archaeological Park, New Delhi
Rajon ki Baoli is a 16th-century stepwell in Mehrauli Archaeological Park, New Delhi.
The ASI completed the conservation of Rajon ki Baoli in collaboration with which partners?
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Correct answer: D — World Monuments Fund India and TCS Foundation
The work was done with World Monuments Fund India (WMFI) and the TCS Foundation, under WMFI's Historic Water Systems of India initiative.
Consider the following statements about Rajon ki Baoli: 1. It was built around 1506 during the Lodi dynasty. 2. It is a two-tiered stepwell. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. Rajon ki Baoli is a four-tiered stepwell.
The 'National Accounts Statistics – 2025' released by MoSPI presents constant-price estimates with which base year?
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Correct answer: D — 2011-12
Estimates are presented at current and constant (2011-12) prices.
Consider the following statements about 'National Accounts Statistics – 2025': 1. It includes Final Estimates for 2022-23 and First Revised Estimates for 2023-24. 2. It was released by the Reserve Bank of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. The publication was released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
The Kodaikanal Solar Observatory, on whose 125 years a commemorative stamp was released in May 2025, was established on:
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Correct answer: D — 1 April 1899
The KSO was established on 1 April 1899.
Consider the following statements: 1. The Kodaikanal Solar Observatory is located in the Palani Hills of Tamil Nadu and is operated by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics. 2. The commemorative stamp marking its 125 years was released at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bengaluru. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. The stamp was released at IIA Bengaluru on 16 May 2025.
As per data released in May 2025, cumulative Aadhaar authentication transactions crossed which milestone by the end of April 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 150 billion
Cumulative Aadhaar authentications crossed 150 billion (15,011.82 crore) by the end of April 2025.
Consider the following statements about Aadhaar usage in April 2025: 1. Aadhaar e-KYC transactions numbered 37.3 crore, about 39.7% more than in April 2024. 2. UIDAI's face authentication recorded around 14 crore transactions. 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 UIDAI figures released on 16 May 2025.
The first Indian biological experiment planned aboard the ISS, announced in May 2025, will study the effect of microgravity on:
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Correct answer: B — Edible microalgae
The first experiment will examine the impact of microgravity and space radiation on edible microalgae as a sustainable space nutrition source.
Consider the following statements about India's planned space biology experiments (announced May 2025): 1. They will be carried out aboard ISRO's Gaganyaan G1 mission. 2. The second experiment will compare growth of cyanobacteria such as Spirulina in urea- and nitrate-based media. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only statement 2 is correct. The experiments are part of the Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station, with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla as a crew member.
How many startups did DPIIT approve for income tax exemption under Section 80-IAC, as announced on 15 May 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 187
187 startups were approved: 75 at the 79th and 112 at the 80th IMB meeting. Over 3,700 is the cumulative total.
Under Section 80-IAC of the Income Tax Act, eligible startups can claim:
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Correct answer: D — 100% deduction on profits for any 3 consecutive years within 10 years of incorporation
Eligible startups get a 100% income tax deduction on profits for any three consecutive years within a ten-year window from incorporation.
Consider the following statements about the Section 80-IAC startup tax benefit: 1. Startups incorporated before 1 April 2030 are now eligible to apply. 2. Under DPIIT's revised framework, complete applications are reviewed within 90 days. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. Complete applications are reviewed within 120 days.
The India–EU joint research calls on Marine Plastic Litter and Waste to Green Hydrogen (May 2025) were launched under which mechanism?
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Correct answer: A — India–EU Trade and Technology Council
The calls were launched under the India–EU Trade and Technology Council (TTC), set up in 2022.
Consider the following statements about the India–EU research calls launched in May 2025: 1. They carry a joint investment of ₹391 crore (about €41 million). 2. The India–EU Trade and Technology Council was established in 2022. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. The TTC was set up in 2022 by PM Narendra Modi and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
The two India–EU coordinated research calls launched on 15 May 2025 address which areas?
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Correct answer: B — Marine Plastic Litter and Waste to Green Hydrogen
The calls focus on Marine Plastic Litter (MPL) and Waste to Green Hydrogen (W2GH).
Which body wrote to all States and UTs in May 2025 seeking immediate implementation of the Supreme Court's 14 directives against manual scavenging?
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Correct answer: B — National Human Rights Commission
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) wrote to the Chief Secretaries and Administrators of all States and UTs.
How many directives did the Supreme Court issue in Dr. Balram Singh v. Union of India (2023) to eliminate manual scavenging?
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Correct answer: D — 14
The Supreme Court issued 14 directives in its 2023 judgment.
Consider the following statements regarding the NHRC's May 2025 communication on manual scavenging: 1. It noted the Supreme Court's complete ban announced on 29 January 2025 in six cities including Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai. 2. It sought action taken reports within four weeks. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. The NHRC sought action taken reports within eight weeks.
The high-level fisheries review chaired by the Prime Minister on 15 May 2025 focused on:
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Correct answer: A — Fishing in the Exclusive Economic Zone and high seas
The meeting focused on fishing in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and the high seas.
Consider the following statements about the PM's fisheries review (15 May 2025): 1. The PM suggested using drones, as per technical protocols, to transport fresh fish to nearby city markets. 2. The PM suggested exploring uses of seaweed for fuel, nutrition and pharmaceuticals. 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 PMO release.
The DRDO laboratory that developed the high-pressure polymeric membrane for seawater desalination (May 2025) is based in:
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Correct answer: B — Kanpur
The membrane was developed by DMSRDE, DRDO's Kanpur-based laboratory.
Consider the following statements about DRDO's desalination membrane (May 2025): 1. It was developed for desalination plants on Indian Coast Guard ships. 2. Final operational clearance will be given after 500 hours of operational testing. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. Initial trials were held on an ICG Offshore Patrol Vessel.
Who took oath as Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission on 15 May 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Dr Ajay Kumar
Dr Ajay Kumar, former Defence Secretary, took oath as UPSC Chairman. Lt Gen Raj Shukla (Retd), the senior-most Member, administered the oath.
Consider the following statements about the new UPSC Chairman (May 2025): 1. He is a 1990-batch IAS officer. 2. The oath of office was administered to him by the President of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Neither is correct. Dr Ajay Kumar is a 1985-batch IAS officer of the Kerala cadre, and the oath was administered by Lt Gen Raj Shukla (Retd), the senior-most Member of the Commission.
As per the PLFS monthly bulletin for April 2025, the unemployment rate (Current Weekly Status, age 15+) was:
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Correct answer: D — 5.1%
The unemployment rate in CWS for persons aged 15 and above was 5.1% in April 2025.
The labour force participation rate (CWS, age 15+) in April 2025, as per the PLFS monthly bulletin, was:
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Correct answer: A — 55.6%
LFPR was 55.6%. 52.8% was the overall WPR, 58.0% rural LFPR and 50.7% urban LFPR.
Consider the following statements about the PLFS bulletin for April 2025: 1. The PLFS sampling methodology was revamped from January 2025. 2. The female unemployment rate was higher than the male unemployment rate. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. The male UR (5.2%) was slightly higher than the female UR (5.0%).
Which body revoked the security clearance of M/s Celebi and its associated companies in May 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Bureau of Civil Aviation Security
The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) revoked the clearance on grounds related to national security.
Consider the following statements about the revocation of Celebi's security clearance (May 2025): 1. It was revoked on grounds related to national security. 2. It was revoked by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. The clearance was revoked by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS).
India's total exports (merchandise and services) in April 2025 were estimated at:
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Correct answer: A — US$ 73.80 billion
Total exports were US$ 73.80 billion. US$ 65.48 billion was the April 2024 figure, US$ 82.45 billion was total imports and US$ 38.49 billion was merchandise exports.
Among the following export categories, which recorded the highest year-on-year growth in April 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Electronic goods
Electronic goods exports grew 39.51%, against 11.28% for engineering goods, 10.74% for gems and jewellery and 2.37% for drugs and pharmaceuticals.
Consider the following statements about India's trade in April 2025: 1. Merchandise exports were US$ 38.49 billion, up 9.02% year-on-year. 2. Total imports (merchandise and services) were estimated at US$ 82.45 billion. 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 Commerce Ministry's release of 15 May 2025.
Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai, sworn in on 14 May 2025, is which Chief Justice of India?
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Correct answer: C — 52nd
Justice B.R. Gavai is the 52nd Chief Justice of India; he succeeded Justice Sanjiv Khanna.
Consider the following statements about Chief Justice B.R. Gavai: 1. He succeeded Justice Sanjiv Khanna as Chief Justice of India. 2. He is the second Chief Justice of India from the Scheduled Caste community, after Justice K.G. Balakrishnan. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct.
Where was Justice B.R. Gavai sworn in as Chief Justice of India on 14 May 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Ganatantra Mandap, Rashtrapati Bhavan
The ceremony was held in the Ganatantra Mandap, Rashtrapati Bhavan, where he took the oath before the President.
The semiconductor unit approved by the Union Cabinet on 14 May 2025 will be set up in Uttar Pradesh at:
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Correct answer: D — Near Jewar airport, YEIDA
The HCL–Foxconn unit will be set up near Jewar airport in the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) area.
Consider the following statements about the semiconductor unit approved on 14 May 2025: 1. It is a joint venture of HCL and Foxconn. 2. It will manufacture display driver chips. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. The chips are for mobile phones, laptops, automobiles, PCs and other devices with displays.
The HCL–Foxconn semiconductor plant approved in May 2025 is designed for a capacity of:
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Correct answer: A — 20,000 wafers per month
The plant is designed for 20,000 wafers per month, with a design output of 36 million units per month.
What investment will the semiconductor unit approved by the Cabinet on 14 May 2025 attract?
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Correct answer: B — ₹3,700 crore
The new semiconductor unit will attract an investment of ₹3,700 crore.
According to the MHA (14 May 2025), how many Naxalites' bodies were recovered in the operation at Karreguttalu Hill?
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Correct answer: B — 31
Bodies of 31 uniformed Naxalites were recovered; 35 weapons were recovered, 21 encounters took place, and 16 of those killed were women.
Karreguttalu Hill, the site of a major anti-Naxal operation in April–May 2025, lies on the border of which two states?
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Correct answer: D — Chhattisgarh and Telangana
Karreguttalu Hill lies on the border of Bijapur (Chhattisgarh) and Mulugu (Telangana).
Consider the following statements about the Karreguttalu Hill operation: 1. It ran from 21 April to 11 May 2025. 2. Several security force personnel were killed during the operation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. The MHA stated there were no casualties among the security forces.
Annual WPI-based inflation for April 2025 (provisional) was:
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Correct answer: A — 0.85%
WPI inflation was 0.85% in April 2025. 2.05% was March 2025, 2.45% was February 2025, and -0.19% was the month-on-month change.
Consider the following statements about WPI data for April 2025: 1. The WPI series uses 2011-12 as the base year. 2. Inflation in primary articles was negative. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. Primary articles inflation was -1.44% in April 2025.
The Bharat 6G Vision aims for India to design, develop and deploy 6G technologies by:
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Correct answer: B — 2030
The Bharat 6G Vision aims to design, develop and deploy 6G technologies by 2030.
Consider the following statements: 1. 'Bharat 6G 2025', held in New Delhi in May 2025, was the 3rd International Conference and Exhibition in the series. 2. The Bharat 6G Vision was launched in 2021. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. The Bharat 6G Vision was launched by the Prime Minister on 23 March 2023.
All-India CPI-based headline inflation for April 2025 (provisional) was:
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Correct answer: C — 3.16%
Headline CPI inflation was 3.16%. 2.92% was rural inflation and 1.78% was food inflation.
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?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per MoSPI's release of 13 May 2025.
The Consumer Price Index released by MoSPI for April 2025 uses which base year?
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Correct answer: D — 2012
The CPI numbers are on base 2012=100.
In May 2025, the Inland Waterways Authority of India set up a new office in which city?
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Correct answer: D — Srinagar
IWAI set up its new office at Transport Bhawan, Srinagar.
National Waterway-49 in Jammu and Kashmir, covered by the IWAI–J&K MoU, is on which river?
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Correct answer: C — Jhelum
NW-49 is on the Jhelum; NW-26 is on the Chenab and NW-84 on the Ravi.
Consider the following statements about IWAI's plans in Jammu and Kashmir (May 2025): 1. Floating jetties are to be set up at five locations. 2. The IWAI–J&K MoU covers three national waterways. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only statement 2 is correct. Floating jetties are planned at ten locations.
India's first 3-nanometre chip design centres, inaugurated in Noida and Bengaluru on 13 May 2025, belong to which company?
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Correct answer: A — Renesas Electronics
The two design facilities belong to Renesas Electronics India Private Limited.
Consider the following statements about the Renesas design centres inaugurated in May 2025: 1. They were described as India's first design centres working on 3 nm chip design. 2. The two facilities are located in Noida and Hyderabad. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. The facilities are in Noida and Bengaluru.
The MoU signed on 13 May 2025 between ARIES, Nainital and IRDE, Dehradun aims to strengthen India's capabilities in:
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Correct answer: D — Ground-based Space Situational Awareness
The MoU aims to strengthen India's ground-based Space Situational Awareness (SSA), using ARIES observing facilities to monitor space objects.
Consider the following statements: 1. ARIES, Nainital is an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology. 2. IRDE, Dehradun is a laboratory of ISRO. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. IRDE, Dehradun is a DRDO laboratory.
On 13 May 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited which Air Force Station to interact with air warriors and soldiers?
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Correct answer: B — Adampur
The PM visited Air Force Station Adampur in Punjab on the morning of 13 May 2025.
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?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. The PM addressed the nation on 12 May and visited AFS Adampur, Punjab, the next morning.
How many vulnerable individuals were screened under the 100-Day TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, as reviewed by the PM on 13 May 2025?
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Correct answer: A — 12.97 crore
12.97 crore vulnerable individuals were screened; 7.19 lakh TB cases were detected, including 2.85 lakh asymptomatic cases.
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?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only statement 2 is correct. 12.97 crore vulnerable individuals were screened.
India's Major Ports handled approximately how much cargo in FY 2024-25?
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Correct answer: B — 855 million tonnes
Major Ports handled about 855 million tonnes in FY 2024-25, up 4.3% from 819 million tonnes in FY 2023-24.
Which commodity group had the largest share of cargo handled at India's Major Ports in FY 2024-25?
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Correct answer: A — Petroleum, oil and lubricants (POL)
POL led with 254.5 million tonnes (29.8%), followed by containers (193.5 MT) and coal (186.6 MT).
Ayurveda Day will now be observed every year on:
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Correct answer: D — 23 September
Ayurveda Day has been fixed on 23 September every year.
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?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. Ayurveda Day was earlier observed on Dhanteras.
The new date chosen for Ayurveda Day, 23 September, coincides with which astronomical event?
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Correct answer: B — Autumnal equinox
23 September coincides with the autumnal equinox, when day and night are nearly equal.
In his address to the nation on 12 May 2025, the Prime Minister said Operation Sindoor was carried out on:
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Correct answer: B — 6–7 May
As per the PIB release, the PM said the pledge of Operation Sindoor was fulfilled on 6-7 May.
In the address of 12 May 2025, the Prime Minister said any talks with Pakistan would focus on:
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Correct answer: C — Terrorism and PoK
The PM said any discussions with Pakistan would focus on terrorism and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
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?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. The PM said India had decided to temporarily suspend its counter-operations and would assess Pakistan's every move.
In his address of 12 May 2025, the Prime Minister referred to the terrorist attack in Pahalgam that took place on:
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Correct answer: D — 22 April
The PM referred to the terrorist attack in Pahalgam on 22 April 2025.