State Police Current Affairs Quiz — All time
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
Which team did India beat in both the men's and women's finals of the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup in January 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Nepal
The Hindu and Sportstar: India beat Nepal 78-40 in the women's final and 54-36 in the men's final.
Who captained the Indian men's team that won the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup?
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Correct answer: C — Pratik Waikar
The Hindu and Sportstar: captain Pratik Waikar led the men's team to a 54-36 win over Nepal.
Consider the following statements about the Kho Kho World Cup 2025 finals: 1. The finals were held at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, New Delhi. 2. The Indian women's team was led by Priyanka Ingle. 3. The Indian men's team won the final 78-40. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1 and 2 only
The Hindu: the finals were at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium and skipper Priyanka Ingle led the women; 78-40 was the women's score, while the men won 54-36.
Which three countries mediated the Gaza ceasefire that took effect on 19 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Egypt, Qatar and the United States
UN OCHA: the ceasefire came into effect through mediation by Egypt, Qatar and the United States.
How long is the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire that took effect on 19 January 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 42 days
UN OCHA: the first phase of the ceasefire is 42 days.
Consider the following statements about the first day of the Gaza ceasefire (19 January 2025): 1. Three Israeli women hostages were handed over via the ICRC. 2. 90 Palestinian detainees were released. 3. Fewer than 100 aid trucks entered Gaza that day. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
UN OCHA and UN News: three women hostages were released via the ICRC and 90 Palestinian detainees were freed; more than 630 aid trucks entered Gaza that day.
With which European Commissioner did Piyush Goyal hold a High Level Dialogue in Brussels on 18–19 January 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Maroš Šefčovič
PIB 2094362: Goyal met Maroš Šefčovič, European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security.
Consider the following statements about the Goyal–Šefčovič High Level Dialogue of January 2025: 1. It was the first in-person meeting between the two leaders. 2. It was held in New Delhi. 3. Goyal outlined six principles for an India–EU partnership. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 3 only
PIB 2094362: it was their first in-person meeting and Goyal outlined six principles; the dialogue was held in Brussels, not New Delhi.
At the January 2025 India–EU High Level Dialogue, Piyush Goyal estimated the combined India–EU market at over how much?
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Correct answer: D — $24 trillion
PIB 2094362: Goyal described the combined market as currently estimated at over $24 trillion, with 2 billion people.
Who won the women's singles title at the India Open 2025 badminton tournament?
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Correct answer: A — An Se-young
TOI and Sportstar: An Se-young beat Pornpawee Chochuwong 21-12, 21-9 in the women's singles final.
The India Open 2025 badminton tournament, held in New Delhi in January 2025, was played at which tournament level?
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Correct answer: C — Super 750
TOI and Sportstar: the India Open 2025 was a Super 750 tournament.
Consider the following statements about the India Open 2025: 1. Viktor Axelsen won his third India Open title in his sixth final. 2. An Se-young won her first India Open title. 3. A Chinese pair won the mixed doubles. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 3 only
TOI and Sportstar: Axelsen won his third title in his sixth final and China's Jiang Zhenbang/Wei Yaxin won the mixed doubles; it was An Se-young's second India Open title.
After EPFO's January 2025 simplification of PF transfers, about what share of transfer claims is expected to reach EPFO directly without employer intervention?
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Correct answer: D — 94%
PIB 2094230: over 1.20 crore of 1.30 crore transfer claims, about 94%, are expected to be forwarded directly to EPFO.
What share of EPFO members' grievances relate to PF transfer issues, according to EPFO in January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — 17%
PIB 2094230: presently 17% of total grievances pertain to transfer-related issues.
Where was the 20th Raising Day ceremony of the NDRF held on 19 January 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Vijayawada
PIB 2094319: Amit Shah attended the NDRF's 20th Raising Day ceremony in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh.
Which of the following was NOT among the projects launched at the NDRF's 20th Raising Day on 19 January 2025?
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Correct answer: D — A new NDRF headquarters in New Delhi
PIB 2094319: the projects included the NIDM South Campus, the NDRF 10th Battalion and the Supaul campus of the Regional Response Centre; no new headquarters was mentioned.
Who was the Director General of the NDRF at its 20th Raising Day ceremony in January 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Piyush Anand
PIB 2094319: NDRF Director General Piyush Anand was present at the ceremony.
How many property cards did PM Narendra Modi distribute under the SVAMITVA scheme on 18 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Over 65 lakh
PIB (Ministry of Panchayati Raj): over 65 lakh property cards were distributed on 18 January 2025, taking the total to 2.25 crore.
The SVAMITVA scheme is implemented by which Union Ministry?
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Correct answer: C — Ministry of Panchayati Raj
PIB: SVAMITVA is a scheme of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, whose Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh attended the 18 January 2025 ceremony.
With the 18 January 2025 distribution, the total number of property cards issued under SVAMITVA reached:
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Correct answer: B — 2.25 crore
PIB: the distribution took the total number of property cards under SVAMITVA to 2.25 crore.
Consider the following statements about the SVAMITVA property card distribution on 18 January 2025: 1. It covered more than 50,000 villages across 237 districts. 2. The Union Territories covered were Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. 3. Tamil Nadu and Kerala were among the 10 states covered. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 and 2 only
PIB: the ceremony covered 50,000+ villages in 237 districts, in 10 states and the UTs of J&K and Ladakh. The 10 states were Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Odisha, Punjab, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, not Tamil Nadu or Kerala.
In January 2025, the Union Home Minister ordered an Inter-Ministerial Team to ascertain the causes of deaths in which district of Jammu and Kashmir?
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Correct answer: D — Rajouri
PIB (MHA): the team was to visit the affected village in Jammu's Rajouri district to ascertain the causes of deaths in 3 incidents.
Experts from which of the following Ministries were NOT listed as part of the Inter-Ministerial Team on the Rajouri deaths?
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Correct answer: D — Ministry of Earth Sciences
PIB (MHA): the team comprised experts from the Ministries of Health and Family Welfare, Agriculture, Chemicals and Fertilizers, and Water Resources. Earth Sciences was not listed.
What monthly stipend does NIXI's Internet Governance Internship (launched January 2025) offer interns?
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Correct answer: A — ₹20,000
PIB (MeitY): a fixed stipend of ₹20,000 per month is provided to interns.
Consider the following statements about NIXI's Internet Governance Internship and Capacity Building Scheme: 1. It has two parallel tracks of six months and three months. 2. It was launched by MeitY Secretary S. Krishnan, who is also NIXI's Chairman. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
PIB: the bi-annual internship has six-month and three-month tracks, and it was launched by S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY, and Chairman, NIXI.
Who was named vice-captain of India's squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, announced on 18 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Shubman Gill
Sportstar and ET: Rohit Sharma will captain the side, with Shubman Gill as vice-captain.
Under the hybrid model for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, India's matches are to be played in which city?
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Correct answer: C — Dubai
Sportstar: under the hybrid model agreed by the ICC, India's matches take place in Dubai; ET adds that India meet Pakistan on 23 February in Dubai.
Consider the following statements about the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 as reported at India's squad announcement: 1. The tournament is hosted by Pakistan and the UAE from 19 February to 9 March 2025. 2. India is in Group A with Pakistan, New Zealand and Bangladesh. 3. Mohammed Siraj was named in India's 15-member squad. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
ET: the tournament runs 19 February–9 March in Pakistan and the UAE, and India is in Group A with Pakistan, New Zealand and Bangladesh. Sportstar: Mohammed Siraj missed out on selection.
Which feature of the Sanchar Saathi mobile app, launched on 17 January 2025, lets users report suspected fraud calls and SMS?
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Correct answer: A — Chakshu
PIB (DoT): Chakshu, Reporting Suspected Fraud Communications, lets users report suspected calls and SMS from the app and phone logs.
Under National Broadband Mission 2.0, operational optical fibre connectivity is to be extended to how many villages by 2030?
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Correct answer: B — 2.70 lakh
PIB: NBM 2.0 targets OFC connectivity to 2.70 lakh villages by 2030 with 95% uptime, from about 50,000 now.
Consider the following targets of National Broadband Mission 2.0 (launched January 2025): 1. Raise the national average fixed broadband download speed to at least 100 Mbps by 2030. 2. Provide broadband to 90% of anchor institutions such as schools, PHCs, anganwadis and panchayat offices by 2030. 3. Power 50% of mobile towers with sustainable energy by 2030. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1 and 2 only
PIB: NBM 2.0 targets at least 100 Mbps average fixed broadband speed (from 63.55 Mbps) and broadband to 90% of anchor institutions by 2030; the tower target is 30% on sustainable energy, not 50%.
Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (RINL), for which a ₹11,440 crore revival plan was approved in January 2025, operates which steel plant?
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Correct answer: B — Visakhapatnam Steel Plant
PIB (Steel): RINL operates the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant in Andhra Pradesh, the only offshore steel plant in the government sector.
How much equity capital does the RINL revival plan approved by the CCEA (announced 17 January 2025) provide?
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Correct answer: D — ₹10,300 crore
PIB: the ₹11,440 crore plan includes ₹10,300 crore equity capital and conversion of a ₹1,140 crore working capital loan into preference share capital.
Consider the following statements about Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (RINL) as per the January 2025 revival plan release: 1. RINL is a Schedule-A CPSE wholly owned by the Government of India. 2. Its plant has an installed capacity of 7.3 Mtpa of liquid steel. 3. The ₹1,140 crore working capital loan is to be converted into 7% non-cumulative preference shares redeemable after 10 years. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — 1, 2 and 3
PIB (Steel): RINL is a Schedule-A CPSE with 100% Government ownership, its plant has 7.3 Mtpa liquid steel capacity, and the ₹1,140 crore loan converts into 7% non-cumulative preference share capital redeemable after 10 years.
Which of the following was NOT among the recipients of the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award 2024, presented on 17 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Neeraj Chopra
PIB awardee list: the Khel Ratna 2024 went to Gukesh D. (chess), Harmanpreet Singh (hockey), Praveen Kumar (para-athletics) and Manu Bhaker (shooting).
Which university won the Maulana Abul Kalam Azad (MAKA) Trophy 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Chandigarh University, Punjab
PIB awardee list: the Government declared Chandigarh University, Punjab, as the winner of the MAKA Trophy 2024, which carries a cash award of ₹15 lakh.
Consider the following statements about the Sports and Adventure Awards presented on 17 January 2025: 1. Praveen Kumar received the Khel Ratna for para-athletics (men's high jump T64). 2. Subhash Rana, a para shooting coach, received a Dronacharya Award. 3. The Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy was instituted in 1991-92. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
PIB awardee list: Praveen Kumar's Khel Ratna was for para-athletics (high jump T64 gold at Paris 2024), and para shooting coach Subhash Rana received a Dronacharya Award. The MAKA Trophy was instituted in 1956-57.
Which of the following was NOT a venue of the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 (17–22 January 2025)?
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Correct answer: B — Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi
PIB (Commerce): the expo was held across Bharat Mandapam, Yashobhoomi (Dwarka) and India Expo Centre & Mart (Greater Noida).
While inaugurating the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, PM Modi recalled the contributions of which two industry legends?
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Correct answer: A — Ratan Tata and Osamu Suzuki
PIB: the Prime Minister recalled the contribution of Ratan Tata and Osamu Suzuki, saying their legacy will inspire the mobility sector.
The National Institute of Mental Health Rehabilitation (NIMHR), inaugurated on 17 January 2025, is located in:
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Correct answer: A — Sehore, Madhya Pradesh
PIB (MoSJE): Union Minister Virendra Kumar inaugurated NIMHR in Sehore, Madhya Pradesh.
Under which department has the National Institute of Mental Health Rehabilitation, Sehore been established?
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Correct answer: C — Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities
PIB: the institute was established under the aegis of the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), with an initial project cost of ₹127 crore.
How many cities entered the newly created Super Swachh League under Swachh Survekshan, announced on 17 January 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 12
PIB (MoHUA): there are 12 cities in the Super Swachh League.
Which of the following cities is NOT in the million-plus category of the Super Swachh League (Swachh Survekshan, 9th edition)?
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Correct answer: D — Noida
PIB: the million-plus cities in the league are Navi Mumbai, Indore and Surat; Noida is in the big cities (3–10 lakh) category with Chandigarh.
Consider the following statements about the Super Swachh League introduced in Swachh Survekshan: 1. Cities that were in the top 3 in at least 2 of the last 3 years (2021–2023) qualified. 2. Cities in the league must maintain a score of 85% or higher to retain their position. 3. Swachh Survekshan was first launched by MoHUA in 2014. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 and 2 only
PIB: cities in the top 3 in at least 2 of 2021–2023 made the cut, and league ULBs must keep 85% or higher. Swachh Survekshan was first launched in 2016.
On 17 January 2025, the CAQM Sub-Committee revoked which stage of GRAP across the NCR?
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Correct answer: D — Stage III
PIB (MoEFCC): the Sub-Committee revoked Stage-III of GRAP in the entire NCR with immediate effect; Stages I and II remain.
Consider the following statements about GRAP actions in Delhi-NCR in January 2025: 1. Stages III and IV were invoked on 15 January 2025 when Delhi's average AQI breached 350. 2. Stage IV was revoked on 16 January 2025 when the AQI improved to 302. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
PIB: GRAP Stages III and IV were invoked on 15.01.2025 when Delhi's AQI breached 350, and Stage IV was revoked on 16.01.2025 when the AQI improved to 302.
CG Power's semiconductor OSAT unit, for which a Fiscal Support Agreement was signed on 17 January 2025, is being set up at:
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Correct answer: B — Sanand, Gujarat
PIB (MeitY): CG Power and Industrial Solutions Ltd is setting up its semiconductor OSAT unit in Sanand, Gujarat.
What share of eligible capital expenditure will India Semiconductor Mission provide as fiscal support to the CG OSAT project (pari-passu basis)?
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Correct answer: D — 50%
PIB: the project will benefit from 50% fiscal support on a pari-passu basis for the eligible CAPEX from India Semiconductor Mission.
India's first-of-its-kind CSIR Innovation Complex, inaugurated on 17 January 2025, is located in which city?
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Correct answer: C — Mumbai
PIB (S&T): Jitendra Singh inaugurated India's first-of-its-kind CSIR Innovation Complex in Mumbai through virtual mode on 17 January.
How many ready-to-move incubation labs does the CSIR Innovation Complex, Mumbai have?
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Correct answer: D — 24
PIB: the complex is spread over nine floors and equipped with 24 ready-to-move incubation labs.
With the SpaDeX docking on 16 January 2025, India became which country in the world to achieve space docking?
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Correct answer: B — Fourth
PIB (DoS): India became the fourth country to achieve space docking; The Hindu: after the USA, Russia and China.
Which launch vehicle carried the SpaDeX satellites into orbit on 30 December 2024?
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Correct answer: D — PSLV-C60
PIB: ISRO launched the SpaDeX spacecraft on PSLV-C60 from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, on 30 December 2024.
In the SpaDeX mission, which satellite acted as the 'Chaser'?
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Correct answer: B — SDX01
ISRO and PIB: the two satellites are SDX01, the Chaser, and SDX02, the Target, each weighing about 220 kg.
Consider the following statements about the SpaDeX mission: 1. Each of the two SpaDeX satellites weighs about 220 kg. 2. The docking sequence moved the spacecraft from a 15-metre to a 3-metre hold point before capture. 3. Power transfer between the docked spacecraft was completed on the same day as docking. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 and 2 only
PIB (DoS): each satellite weighs about 220 kg and the spacecraft moved from the 15 m to the 3 m hold point before capture. Undocking and power-transfer checks were scheduled for the coming days, not done on 16 January.
What is the approved cost of the Third Launch Pad at Sriharikota, cleared by the Cabinet on 16 January 2025?
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Correct answer: B — ₹3,984.86 crore
PIB (Cabinet): the total fund requirement is ₹3,984.86 crore, including the launch pad and associated facilities.
Within what period is the Third Launch Pad at Sriharikota targeted to be established?
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Correct answer: C — 48 months
PIB: the TLP is targeted to be established within 48 months, or 4 years.
Consider the following statements about India's launch pads as per the Cabinet's Third Launch Pad decision (January 2025): 1. The First Launch Pad was realised about 30 years ago for PSLV and also supports SSLV. 2. The Second Launch Pad is being readied to launch the human-rated LVM3 for Gaganyaan. 3. The Third Launch Pad is meant primarily for SSLV launches. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1 and 2 only
PIB: the FLP was realised 30 years ago for PSLV and supports PSLV and SSLV; the SLP is getting ready for the human-rated LVM3 for Gaganyaan. The TLP is for Next Generation Launch Vehicles and as a standby for the SLP, not mainly for SSLV.
The Archaeological Experiential Museum inaugurated by Amit Shah on 16 January 2025 is located in which town of Gujarat?
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Correct answer: C — Vadnagar
PIB (Culture): the museum and archaeological interpretation centre were inaugurated in Vadnagar, Gujarat.
What is the total investment in the Vadnagar Archaeological Experiential Museum project, including five years of operations and maintenance?
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Correct answer: A — ₹298 crore
PIB: with an investment of ₹298 crore, the project covers capital costs and five years of operations and maintenance.
Consider the following statements about the Vadnagar Archaeological Experiential Museum: 1. The museum complex has nine thematic galleries. 2. A 50-metre bridge links the museum building to the excavation site. 3. It displays over 5,000 artefacts. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3
PIB (Culture): the 12,500 sq m complex has nine thematic galleries, a 50-metre connecting bridge to the excavation site, and over 5,000 artefacts.
The Ministry of Defence signed a ₹2,960 crore contract on 16 January 2025 with which company for MRSAM missiles for the Indian Navy?
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Correct answer: C — Bharat Dynamics Limited
PIB (MoD): the contract for MRSAM for the Indian Navy was signed with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL).
Under which procurement category will BDL supply the MRSAM missiles under the January 2025 contract?
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Correct answer: D — Buy (Indian)
PIB: the missiles will be supplied by BDL under the 'Buy (Indian)' category with largely indigenous content.
Which anniversary of India-Singapore diplomatic relations was marked by a logo launched by the two Presidents on 16 January 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 60th
PIB (President's Secretariat): the two leaders jointly launched a logo commemorating the 60th anniversary of India-Singapore bilateral relations.
As noted by President Murmu while hosting Singapore's President in January 2025, India and Singapore have elevated their relationship to a:
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Correct answer: C — Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
PIB: the President noted that the two countries recently elevated the bilateral relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Who was the Chief Guest at the first Foundation Day of the Lokpal of India on 16 January 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna
PIB (Lokpal): the Foundation Day was held in the presence of Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna as Chief Guest; the Attorney General attended as a dignitary.
The Lokpal of India was established on 16 January 2014 by the coming into force of which provision?
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Correct answer: B — Section 3 of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013
PIB: the Lokpal was established by the coming into force of Section 3 of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, on 16.01.2014.
Who was the Chairperson of the Lokpal of India at its first Foundation Day in January 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Justice A.M. Khanwilkar
PIB: the Chairperson, Lokpal of India, Justice A.M. Khanwilkar, addressed the function; Justice Lingappa Narayana Swami spoke as a Member, and Justice N. Santosh Hegde attended as a former Supreme Court judge.
Which factbook did Piyush Goyal launch on the 9th foundation day of Startup India (16 January 2025)?
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Correct answer: B — PRABHAAV
PIB (Commerce): Goyal launched the PRABHAAV Factbook and the Bharat Startup Grand Challenge at the celebration of 9 years of Startup India.
According to the Commerce Minister on 16 January 2025, how many startups did India have as of 15 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — 1,59,157
PIB: India became the world's third-largest startup ecosystem with 1,59,157 startups as of 15 January 2025, from about 500 in 2016.
The Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS), credited by Piyush Goyal for supporting Tier II and Tier III startups, is administered by:
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Correct answer: B — SIDBI
PIB: the Fund of Funds for Startups is administered by the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) and financed by the Government of India.
Which edition of Army Day was observed on 15 January 2025?
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Correct answer: D — 77th
PIB: CDS greeted the Indian Army on the 77th Army Day on 15 January 2025.
In which city was the 'Gaurav Gatha' event of the 77th Army Day celebrations held, addressed by Rajnath Singh?
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Correct answer: D — Pune
PIB: 'Gaurav Gatha' was organised in Pune on 15 January 2025 as part of the 77th Army Day celebrations.
According to Rajnath Singh on Army Day 2025, India's defence exports crossed which record figure?
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Correct answer: B — ₹21,000 crore
PIB: Defence exports, around ₹2,000 crore a decade ago, crossed a record ₹21,000 crore; ₹1.27 lakh crore was domestic production.
India's cumulative exports (merchandise and services) during April–December 2024 were estimated at about:
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Correct answer: C — USD 602.64 billion
PIB (Commerce): April–December 2024 total exports were estimated at USD 602.64 billion, up 6.03%.
By what percentage did India's merchandise exports grow in April–December 2024 over the same period of 2023?
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Correct answer: A — 1.6%
PIB: Merchandise exports were USD 321.71 billion vs USD 316.65 billion, a growth of 1.6%.
Consider the following statements about India's trade data released on 15 January 2025: 1. Total exports in April–December 2024 grew by 6.03%. 2. Non-petroleum exports in December 2024 were USD 33.09 billion. 3. Merchandise exports in April–December 2024 declined over the previous year. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 and 2 only
Merchandise exports rose 1.6%, so statement 3 is wrong; 1 and 2 match the PIB release.
Which three naval combatants were commissioned together at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai on 15 January 2025?
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Correct answer: B — INS Surat, INS Nilgiri and INS Vaghsheer
PIB (MoD): PM dedicated INS Surat, INS Nilgiri and INS Vaghsheer to the nation in Mumbai on 15 January 2025.
Consider the following statements about the vessels commissioned on 15 January 2025: 1. INS Nilgiri is dedicated to the maritime prowess of the Chola dynasty. 2. INS Vaghsheer is the sixth submarine of the P75 class. 3. INS Surat is a submarine. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 and 2 only
INS Surat is a destroyer; Nilgiri (Chola dynasty) and Vaghsheer (sixth P75) are correctly described.
INS Nilgiri, commissioned on 15 January 2025, is the lead ship of which project?
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Correct answer: C — Project P17A
PIB (SAIL release): INS Nilgiri is the indigenous lead ship of the Nilgiri-class Project P17A frigates built by MDL.
How much special steel did SAIL supply for INS Nilgiri?
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Correct answer: C — 4,000 tonnes
PIB: SAIL supplied the entire 4,000 tonnes of special steel (DMR 249A HR sheets and plates) for INS Nilgiri.
How many PMAY-G houses were allotted to families of Madhya Pradesh at the Vidisha event on 15 January 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 8.21 lakh
PIB: 8.21 lakh families received PMAY-G houses (8,21,190), to be built at ₹12,636 crore.
In which district of Madhya Pradesh did Shivraj Singh Chouhan hand over 8.21 lakh PMAY-G house allotments on 15 January 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Vidisha
PIB: the mega event began with Kanya Pujan in Vidisha, with CM Mohan Yadav present.