State Staff Selection Current Affairs Quiz — All time
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
'Mana Mitra', launched on 30 January 2025, is a WhatsApp-based governance initiative of which state?
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Correct answer: B — Andhra Pradesh
The Hindu and NDTV: the Andhra Pradesh government launched 'Mana Mitra' WhatsApp Governance, a first in the country.
How many civic services were made available in the first phase of Andhra Pradesh's 'Mana Mitra' WhatsApp Governance?
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Correct answer: B — 161
The Hindu and NDTV: 161 services are available in the first phase.
Which launch vehicle carried out ISRO's 100th launch from Sriharikota on 29 January 2025?
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Correct answer: D — GSLV-F15
ISRO: GSLV-F15 lifted off from the Second Launch Pad on 29 January 2025, the 100th launch from Sriharikota.
The NVS-02 satellite launched on 29 January 2025 belongs to which Indian system?
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Correct answer: A — NavIC
ISRO: NVS-02 is a navigation satellite of the NavIC series, India's independent regional navigation satellite system.
Consider the following statements about the GSLV-F15/NVS-02 mission: 1. It lifted off from the Second Launch Pad at Sriharikota. 2. It was the 17th launch of GSLV. 3. NVS-02 was raised to its designated orbital slot within a week of launch. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
ISRO: GSLV-F15 lifted off from the Second Launch Pad and was the 17th GSLV launch; orbit raising could not be carried out because the oxidiser valves did not open.
What is the total outlay of the National Critical Mineral Mission approved by the Union Cabinet on 29 January 2025?
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Correct answer: D — ₹34,300 crore
PIB 2097308: ₹16,300 crore government expenditure plus ₹18,000 crore expected investment by PSUs etc. makes ₹34,300 crore over seven years.
Over what period will the National Critical Mineral Mission's ₹34,300 crore outlay be spread?
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Correct answer: C — Seven years
PIB 2097308: the outlay of ₹34,300 crore is over seven years.
Consider the following statements about the National Critical Mineral Mission: 1. It was announced in the Union Budget 2024-25. 2. It proposes a national stockpile of critical minerals. 3. It excludes offshore exploration of critical minerals. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2097308: the mission was announced in the Budget on 23 July 2024 and proposes a stockpile; it will intensify exploration within the country and in its offshore areas.
On which occasion did the stampede in the Sangam area of the Maha Kumbh at Prayagraj occur on 29 January 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Mauni Amavasya
NDTV and Indian Express: the pre-dawn stampede occurred as pilgrims gathered for the holy dip on Mauni Amavasya, 29 January 2025.
Who heads the judicial commission set up by the Uttar Pradesh government to probe the Maha Kumbh stampede of 29 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Justice Harsh Kumar
NDTV and Indian Express: the three-member commission is headed by retired Allahabad High Court judge Justice Harsh Kumar.
What guarantee coverage does the Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs, approved in January 2025, provide to lenders?
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Correct answer: B — 60%
PIB 2097455: NCGTC provides 60% guarantee coverage to member lending institutions for credit up to ₹100 crore.
Consider the following statements about MCGS-MSME: 1. Loans up to ₹100 crore are eligible for guarantee cover. 2. Equipment or machinery must be at least 75% of the project cost. 3. The guarantee is provided by SIDBI. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2097455: loans up to ₹100 crore are covered and equipment must be at least 75% of project cost; the guarantee is given by the National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company (NCGTC), not SIDBI.
According to ASUSE 2023-24, which state had the highest number of unincorporated sector establishments?
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Correct answer: C — Uttar Pradesh
PIB 2097316: Uttar Pradesh had the highest number of establishments, followed by West Bengal and Maharashtra.
By how much did the number of establishments in the unincorporated sector grow in ASUSE 2023-24 over 2022-23?
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Correct answer: B — 12.84%
PIB 2097316: establishments grew 12.84% (6.50 crore to 7.34 crore); workers grew 10.01% and GVA 16.52%.
Which state topped Gross Value Added in the unincorporated sector as per ASUSE 2023-24?
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Correct answer: C — Maharashtra
PIB 2097316: the top three states in GVA were Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat.
How much did the High-Level Committee chaired by the Union Home Minister approve for disaster mitigation on 29 January 2025?
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Correct answer: D — ₹3,027.86 crore
PIB 2097448: the HLC approved ₹3,027.86 crore in total for drought, lightning and forest fire mitigation projects.
The forest fire risk management scheme approved on 29 January 2025 covers how many high-priority districts?
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Correct answer: C — 144
PIB 2097448: the forest fire scheme covers 144 high-priority districts in 19 states at ₹818.92 crore.
From which fund are the drought and lightning mitigation projects approved by the High-Level Committee in January 2025 to be financed?
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Correct answer: A — National Disaster Mitigation Fund
PIB 2097448: the HLC considered the lightning and drought proposals for funding from the National Disaster Mitigation Fund (NDMF).
What administered ex-mill price was fixed on 29 January 2025 for ethanol from C-heavy molasses for ESY 2024-25?
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Correct answer: A — ₹57.97 per litre
PIB 2097305: the price was fixed at ₹57.97 per litre, up from ₹56.58 per litre.
The Ethanol Supply Year (ESY) used under the Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme runs from:
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Correct answer: B — 1 November to 31 October
PIB 2097305: ESY is defined as the period from 1 November of a year to 31 October of the following year.
Consider the following statements about ethanol blending in India: 1. Average blending by public sector OMCs reached 14.60% in ESY 2023-24. 2. The 20% blending target has been advanced to ESY 2025-26. 3. OMCs plan to achieve 20% blending in ESY 2024-25. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2097305: blending averaged 14.60% in ESY 2023-24 and the 20% target was advanced to ESY 2025-26; OMCs plan 18%, not 20%, in ESY 2024-25.
Which state hosted the 38th National Games inaugurated on 28 January 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Uttarakhand
PIB 2097172: PM Modi inaugurated the 38th National Games in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
What was the theme of the 38th National Games held in Uttarakhand in 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Green Games
PIB 2097172: the theme was 'Green Games', with trophies and medals made of e-waste.
Consider the following statements about the 38th National Games: 1. The medals were made of e-waste. 2. The Games were held across 11 cities in 8 districts of Uttarakhand. 3. The Games were held in Uttarakhand's golden jubilee year. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2097172: medals were made of e-waste and the Games were held in 11 cities across 8 districts; it was Uttarakhand's silver jubilee (25th) year, not golden jubilee.
Till what date were the 38th National Games scheduled to run in Uttarakhand?
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Correct answer: C — 14 February 2025
PIB 2097172: the Games were held from 28 January to 14 February 2025.
Which state became the first North-Eastern state to sign an MoU with the Digital India Bhashini Division in January 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Tripura
PIB 2096998: Tripura became the first north-eastern state, the first in eastern India and the eighth in the country to sign an MoU with Bhashini.
With its January 2025 MoU, Tripura became which state in India to sign an MoU with Bhashini?
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Correct answer: C — Eighth
PIB 2096998: Tripura is the eighth state in the country to sign an MoU with Bhashini.
Bhashini, under the Digital India programme, aims to enable internet access and communication in how many Indian languages?
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Correct answer: C — 22
PIB 2096998: Bhashini aims to ensure communication and internet accessibility for all citizens in 22 Indian languages.
'Utkarsh Odisha' – Make in Odisha Conclave 2025 was inaugurated by the Prime Minister on 28 January 2025 in which city?
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Correct answer: A — Bhubaneswar
PIB 2096929: the PM inaugurated the conclave and exhibition in Bhubaneswar on 28 January 2025.
At the Utkarsh Odisha conclave, the PM referred to dedicated industrial parks and investment regions for the petro and petrochemical sector at which two places in Odisha?
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Correct answer: A — Paradip and Gopalpur
PIB 2096929: dedicated industrial parks and investment regions were being developed in Paradip and Gopalpur.
Which state became the first in independent India to bring a Uniform Civil Code into force, on 27 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Uttarakhand
The Hindu and The Tribune (27 January 2025): Uttarakhand became the first state after Independence to implement the UCC.
Which Article of the Constitution directs the State to endeavour to secure a uniform civil code for citizens?
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Correct answer: D — Article 44
PIB 2096679: the Vice-President cited Article 44 (Part IV, Directive Principles), which asks the State to endeavour to secure a uniform civil code.
Consider the following statements about the Uttarakhand Uniform Civil Code: 1. The date of commencement, 27 January 2025, was appointed by the Governor through a notification. 2. The Code and its rules do not apply to members of Scheduled Tribes. 3. Registration of live-in relationships is outside the scope of the UCC portal. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
UCC notification and Rules (ucc.uk.gov.in): the Governor appointed 27 January 2025 and the rules exclude Scheduled Tribes. The Hindu: online registration of live-in relationships is mandatory, so statement 3 is wrong.
Who was the first person to register a marriage on the Uttarakhand UCC portal on 27 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami
The Tribune (PTI, 27 January 2025): the Chief Minister was the first to register his marriage on the UCC portal; Chief Secretary Radha Raturi handed him the certificate.
AgriHub, an AI-driven Centre of Excellence for agriculture inaugurated on 27 January 2025, is located at which institute?
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Correct answer: D — IIT Indore
PIB 2097808: IIT Indore inaugurated AgriHub on 27 January 2025.
Which Union ministry supported AgriHub, whose Secretary was the chief guest at its launch?
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Correct answer: A — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
PIB 2097808: AgriHub was launched by MeitY with IIT Indore; MeitY Secretary S. Krishnan was the chief guest.
Consider the following about AgriHub: 1. It was developed in collaboration with ICAR-CIAE Bhopal and C-DAC Pune. 2. The Madhya Pradesh government is a collaborating partner. 3. It aims to become self-sustaining over ten years. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2097808: partners are the MP government, ICAR-IISR Indore, ICAR-CIAE Bhopal and C-DAC Pune; the self-sustaining ecosystem is planned over five years, not ten.
What minimum efficiency does the Solar QCO 2025 set for poly-crystalline silicon PV modules?
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Correct answer: C — 17%
PIB 2097219: 17% for poly-crystalline silicon modules and 18% for mono-crystalline silicon and thin-film modules.
Under which law was the Solar Systems, Devices, and Components Goods Order, 2025 notified?
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Correct answer: C — Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016
PIB 2097219: the order was notified in the Gazette dated 27.01.2025 under the BIS Act, 2016.
Consider the following statements about the Solar QCO 2025: 1. It covers solar PV modules, inverters and storage batteries. 2. It comes into effect 180 days from the date of publication. 3. Products meant exclusively for export are also covered. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2097219: the order covers modules, inverters and storage batteries and takes effect after 180 days; products exclusively for export are exempted.
Where did India and Oman sign the protocol amending their Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement on 27 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Muscat
Oman Ministry of Foreign Affairs (27 January 2025): the protocol was signed in Muscat.
Which session of the India-Oman Joint Commission Meeting did Piyush Goyal co-chair during his January 2025 visit to Oman?
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Correct answer: C — 11th
PIB 2097043: Goyal co-chaired the 11th Session of the India-Oman JCM with Qais bin Mohammed Al Yousef.
A central expert team was sent to which city in January 2025 after a spurt in Guillain-Barré Syndrome cases?
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Correct answer: D — Pune
PIB 2096793: the Union Health Ministry deputed a team to Pune, Maharashtra.
Which of the following institutions was NOT listed as contributing experts to the central GBS team sent to Pune?
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Correct answer: C — AIIMS Jodhpur
PIB 2096793: the seven experts came from NCDC Delhi, NIMHANS Bengaluru, the Regional Office of Health & FW and NIV Pune; AIIMS Jodhpur was not listed.
Who was the chief guest at India's 76th Republic Day celebrations on 26 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Prabowo Subianto
MEA and PIB 2096097: President of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto was the Chief Guest for India's 76th Republic Day.
What was the theme of the tableaux and celebrations at the Republic Day Parade 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas
PIB 2096097 and The Hindu: the theme was 'Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas'.
Consider the following statements about the Republic Day Parade 2025: 1. The celebrations had a special focus on 75 years of the enactment of the Constitution. 2. A marching contingent of the Indonesian National Armed Forces took part. 3. A total of 21 tableaux rolled down Kartavya Path. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2096097: the focus was on 75 years of the Constitution's enactment and a 152-member Indonesian marching contingent took part; there were 31 tableaux, not 21.
How many members were in the Indonesian marching contingent at the Republic Day Parade 2025, according to the Defence Ministry curtain raiser?
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Correct answer: B — 152
PIB 2096097: the marching contingent had 152 members and the military band 190 members.
Which of the following gallantry award winners was listed as an Ashok Chakra awardee in the Republic Day Parade 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Lt Col Jas Ram Singh
PIB 2096097: Param Vir Chakra winners Yogendra Singh Yadav and Sanjay Kumar and Ashok Chakra winner Lt Col Jas Ram Singh (all retired) featured in the parade.
What was the theme of the first-ever tri-services tableau at the Republic Day Parade 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Shashakt aur Surakshit Bharat
PIB 2096097: the tri-services tableau's theme was 'Shashakt aur Surakshit Bharat'; 'Raksha Kavach' was DRDO's and 'Viksit Bharat ki Ore Sadaiv Agrasar' the veterans' tableau.
Which naval destroyer was featured on the tri-services tableau at the Republic Day Parade 2025?
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Correct answer: D — INS Visakhapatnam
PIB 2096097: the tableau displayed the Arjun MBT, Tejas MKII, ALH, destroyer INS Visakhapatnam and a remotely piloted aircraft.
Which state's Republic Day 2025 tableau featured Etikoppaka Bommalu, eco-friendly wooden toys?
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Correct answer: D — Andhra Pradesh
PIB 2096097: Andhra Pradesh's tableau theme was 'Etikoppaka Bommalu – Eco-Friendly Wooden Toys'.
Kharchi Puja, the worship of 14 deities, was the theme of which state's tableau at the Republic Day Parade 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Tripura
PIB 2096097: Tripura's tableau was 'Eternal Reverence: The worship of 14 Deities in Tripura – Kharchi Puja'.
Lakkundi, shown as the 'cradle of stone craft' on a Republic Day 2025 tableau, represented which state?
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Correct answer: A — Karnataka
PIB 2096097: Karnataka's tableau theme was 'Lakkundi: Cradle of Stone craft'.
Match the Republic Day 2025 tableaux with their themes: 1. Madhya Pradesh – Kuno National Park, the land of cheetahs 2. Bihar – Nalanda Vishwavidyalaya 3. Uttar Pradesh – Kashi Vishwanath Corridor Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2096097: Madhya Pradesh showed Kuno National Park and Bihar showed Nalanda Vishwavidyalaya; Uttar Pradesh's theme was Mahakumbh 2025.
For which category did 'Jayati Jai Mamah Bharatam' at the Republic Day Parade 2025 receive a Guinness World Record?
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Correct answer: D — The Largest Indian Folk Variety Dance
PIB 2096534: it was recognised by Guinness World Records for 'The Largest Indian Folk Variety Dance'.
Along with the Ministry of Culture, which body presented 'Jayati Jai Mamah Bharatam' at the Republic Day Parade 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Sangeet Natak Akademi
PIB 2096534: the performance was by the Ministry of Culture and Sangeet Natak Akademi.
How many Padma Vibhushan awards were announced for 2025?
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Correct answer: A — 7
PIB 2096285 (MHA): the list comprises 7 Padma Vibhushan, 19 Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma Shri awards.
What was the total number of Padma Awards approved for 2025, counting the duo case as one?
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Correct answer: C — 139
PIB 2096285: the President approved 139 Padma Awards including 1 duo case, counted as one.
Consider the following statements about the Padma Awards 2025: 1. 19 Padma Bhushan awards were announced. 2. 23 of the awardees are women. 3. 10 awards were conferred posthumously. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2096285: there are 19 Padma Bhushan awards and 23 women awardees; 13 awards are posthumous, while 10 is the count of Foreigners/NRI/PIO/OCI awardees.
Which Japanese industrialist was named for the Padma Vibhushan (posthumous) in Trade and Industry in 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Osamu Suzuki
PIB 2096285: Osamu Suzuki (Posthumous), Trade and Industry, Japan, is among the 7 Padma Vibhushan awardees.
Match the Padma Awards 2025 recipients with their award category: 1. Sharda Sinha – Padma Vibhushan (posthumous) 2. P R Sreejesh – Padma Bhushan 3. Arijit Singh – Padma Bhushan Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2096285: Sharda Sinha received the Padma Vibhushan (posthumous) and P R Sreejesh the Padma Bhushan (sports); Arijit Singh is in the Padma Shri list.
National Voters' Day, observed on 25 January, commemorates the foundation day of which body?
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Correct answer: D — Election Commission of India
PIB 2096091: since 2011, National Voters' Day is observed on 25 January to commemorate the foundation day of the Election Commission of India.
Which book did President Droupadi Murmu receive the first copy of on the 15th National Voters' Day?
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Correct answer: A — India Votes 2024: A Saga of Democracy
PIB 2096091: she received the first copy of 'India Votes 2024: A Saga of Democracy' from CEC Rajiv Kumar.
Since which year has National Voters' Day been observed annually in India?
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Correct answer: A — 2011
PIB 2096091: National Voters' Day has been observed annually on 25 January since 2011.
Which Indonesian President was the chief guest at India's first Republic Day in 1950, as recalled during Prabowo Subianto's 2025 visit?
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Correct answer: A — Sukarno
PIB 2096322: President Murmu noted that 75 years ago, at the first Republic Day in 1950, President Sukarno of Indonesia was the chief guest.
Consider the following outcomes of the Indonesian President's State Visit to India in January 2025: 1. An MoU on traditional medicine quality assurance with the Indonesian Food and Drug Authority. 2. A Cultural Exchange Programme for 2025-28. 3. An MoU on space cooperation between ISRO and Indonesia's space agency. Which of the above were listed among the outcomes?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2096278: outcomes included the traditional medicine MoU (PCIM&H–Indonesian FDA), MoUs on health and digital development and a 2025-28 cultural exchange programme; no space MoU was listed.
Which edition of the India-Indonesia CEOs Forum presented its joint report during the January 2025 State Visit?
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Correct answer: C — 3rd
PIB 2096278: the co-chairs of the 3rd India-Indonesia CEOs Forum presented their joint report.
How many Kirti Chakras were approved on the eve of Republic Day 2025?
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Correct answer: A — 2
PIB 2096200: two Kirti Chakras (one posthumous) and 14 Shaurya Chakras were approved.
Consider the following statements about the Republic Day 2025 gallantry awards: 1. Gallantry awards were approved for 93 personnel, including 12 posthumous. 2. 14 Shaurya Chakras were approved. 3. 305 defence decorations included 50 Param Vishisht Seva Medals. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2096200: 93 gallantry awards (12 posthumous) and 14 Shaurya Chakras were approved; the 305 defence decorations included 30 PVSMs, not 50.
Who among the following received the Kirti Chakra posthumously on the eve of Republic Day 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Naik Dilwar Khan
PIB 2096200: Kirti Chakras went to Major Manjit (22 RR) and Naik Dilwar Khan (28 RR, posthumous); Captain Deepak Singh received the Shaurya Chakra (posthumous).
Which state topped NITI Aayog's inaugural Fiscal Health Index 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Odisha
PIB 2095974: Odisha topped with a score of 67.8, followed by Chhattisgarh (55.2) and Goa (53.6).
Who launched NITI Aayog's Fiscal Health Index 2025 on 24 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Arvind Panagariya
PIB 2095974: 16th Finance Commission Chairman Arvind Panagariya launched the inaugural FHI 2025.
Which of the following is NOT one of the five sub-indices of NITI Aayog's Fiscal Health Index 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Ease of Doing Business
PIB 2095974: the sub-indices are Quality of Expenditure, Revenue Mobilisation, Fiscal Prudence, Debt Index and Debt Sustainability.
Which state ranked second in NITI Aayog's Fiscal Health Index 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Chhattisgarh
PIB 2095974: Odisha (67.8) was followed by Chhattisgarh (55.2) and Goa (53.6).
Which two Indian cities became the first to receive Wetland City Accreditation under the Ramsar Convention in January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Indore and Udaipur
TOI: Indore and Udaipur were accredited; Bhopal was nominated but not accredited.
Consider the following statements about Wetland City Accreditation in January 2025: 1. Indore and Udaipur were among 31 newly accredited cities. 2. Bhopal, also nominated by India, was accredited in the same round. 3. Accreditation requires meeting six international criteria. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 3 only
TOI: Indore and Udaipur were among 31 new cities and accreditation needs all six international criteria; Bhopal was nominated but not accredited.
The latest round of Wetland City Accreditation announced in January 2025, which included Indore and Udaipur, took the global list of accredited Wetland Cities to how many cities?
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Correct answer: C — 74
TOI: the independent Advisory Committee on Wetland City Accreditation accredited 31 new cities, taking the global list to 74. (85 is the number of Ramsar sites in India.)
NUCFDC, whose corporate office was inaugurated in Mumbai on 24 January 2025, is the umbrella organisation for which institutions?
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Correct answer: B — Urban cooperative banks
PIB 2095982: the National Urban Cooperative Finance and Development Corporation is the umbrella organisation for urban cooperative banks.
How many urban cooperative banks does India have, according to the Cooperation Minister on 24 January 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 1,465
PIB 2095982: India has 1,465 urban cooperative banks, nearly half in Gujarat and Maharashtra, and 49 scheduled cooperative banks.
'SANJAY', flagged off on 24 January 2025, is what kind of system?
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Correct answer: D — Battlefield surveillance system
PIB 2095712: SANJAY is the Battlefield Surveillance System that fuses sensor inputs into a Common Surveillance Picture.
Consider the following statements about SANJAY: 1. It was jointly developed by the Indian Army and Bharat Electronics Limited. 2. It was developed at a cost of ₹2,402 crore under the Buy (Indian) category. 3. Its induction is to be completed in a single phase in March 2025. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2095712: SANJAY was developed by the Army and BEL at ₹2,402 crore under Buy (Indian); induction is in three phases from March to October 2025.
Which institution was selected for the Subhash Chandra Bose Aapda Prabandhan Puraskar 2025 in the institutional category?
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Correct answer: B — INCOIS, Hyderabad
PIB 2095323: the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS), Hyderabad, was selected.
What cash prize does the Subhash Chandra Bose Aapda Prabandhan Puraskar carry for an institution?
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Correct answer: A — ₹51 lakh
PIB 2095323: ₹51 lakh and a certificate for an institution; ₹5 lakh and a certificate for an individual.
Consider the following about INCOIS: 1. It was established in 1999 in Hyderabad. 2. Its tsunami warning centre issues alerts within 10 minutes for India and 28 Indian Ocean countries. 3. It developed the Search and Rescue Aided Tool (SARAT). Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3
PIB 2095323: INCOIS was set up in 1999 in Hyderabad, its ITEWC gives alerts within 10 minutes to India and 28 Indian Ocean countries, and it developed SARAT.
Where were the main Parakram Diwas 2025 celebrations held on 23 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Barabati Fort, Cuttack
PIB 2095640: Parakram Diwas 2025 began at Barabati Fort in Cuttack, Odisha, Netaji's birthplace.
Parakram Diwas 2025 marked which birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose?
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Correct answer: D — 128th
PIB 2095640: the celebration marked the 128th birth anniversary of Netaji, who was born in 1897.
Consider the following about Parakram Diwas 2025: 1. Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi hoisted the National Flag at the Netaji Birthplace Museum. 2. INA veteran R. Madhavan Pillai was felicitated. 3. The event was cut short to a single day. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2095640: the CM hoisted the flag at the Birthplace Museum and felicitated R. Madhavan Pillai; the three-day event was extended by a day to 26 January.