State Staff Selection Current Affairs Quiz — Last 12 months
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
As of 19 November 2025, Indian Railways' cumulative freight loading in FY 2025-26 had crossed:
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Correct answer: C — 1 billion tonnes
Cumulative loading reached 1,020 million tonnes, crossing the 1-billion-tonne mark.
Which commodity was the largest contributor to Indian Railways' 1-billion-tonne freight loading in FY 2025-26?
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Correct answer: A — Coal
Coal contributed 505 MT, followed by iron ore (115 MT) and cement (92 MT).
Indian Railways' average daily freight loading in FY 2025-26 (as reported in November 2025) is about:
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Correct answer: C — 4.4 MT
Daily loading is around 4.4 MT, higher than 4.2 MT last year.
The four Labour Codes made effective from 21 November 2025 rationalise how many existing central labour laws?
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Correct answer: B — 29
The four Codes rationalise 29 existing central labour laws.
Which of the following is NOT one of the four Labour Codes made effective in November 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Code on Minimum Pension, 2020
The four Codes are the Code on Wages 2019, Industrial Relations Code 2020, Code on Social Security 2020 and the OSH Code 2020. There is no Code on Minimum Pension.
Under the Code on Social Security, 2020, as implemented in November 2025, aggregators must contribute towards gig and platform workers:
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Correct answer: A — 1–2% of annual turnover, capped at 5% of the amount paid/payable to such workers
Aggregators must contribute 1–2% of annual turnover, capped at 5% of the amount paid/payable to gig and platform workers.
Consider the following statements about the Labour Codes made effective in November 2025: 1. Employers must provide all workers above the age of 40 years with a free annual health check-up. 2. Women are barred from working night shifts in underground mining. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: women may work night shifts and in all types of work, including underground mining, with their consent and mandatory safety measures.
In which year was the India–Australia relationship elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership?
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Correct answer: C — 2020
The PMO release noted the elevation of the relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2020.
PM Modi met Australian PM Anthony Albanese on 21 November 2025 on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders' Summit in:
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Correct answer: D — Johannesburg
The meeting took place on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders' Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa.
The 2nd edition of the Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav, inaugurated by the President on 21 November 2025, is being held at:
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Correct answer: C — Rashtrapati Nilayam, Secunderabad
The festival is being held at Rashtrapati Nilayam, Secunderabad.
The 2nd Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav (November 2025) showcases the cultural heritage of which region of India?
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Correct answer: B — Western India
It showcases Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Goa, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu.
Consider the following statements about the Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav: 1. Its first edition introduced visitors to the cultural heritage of Northeast India. 2. The second edition is open to the public from 22 to 30 November 2025 with free entry. 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 President's Secretariat release.
Which framework did the Department of Fisheries release on World Fisheries Day, 21 November 2025?
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Correct answer: D — National Framework on Traceability in Fisheries and Aquaculture 2025
The Department released the National Framework on Traceability in Fisheries and Aquaculture 2025 along with several SOPs and guidelines.
India aims to scale its seafood exports by 2030 to:
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Correct answer: C — ₹1 lakh crore
MoS George Kurian said India aims for ₹1 lakh crore in seafood exports by 2030, with 30% high-value, value-added products.
Under GRAP, Stage II ('Very Poor' air quality) applies when Delhi's AQI is in which range?
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Correct answer: B — 301–400
Stage II ('Very Poor') covers Delhi AQI 301–400, as listed in the revised GRAP of 21 November 2025.
In the GRAP revision of 21 November 2025, the decision on allowing offices to work at 50% strength with the rest working from home was moved to which stage?
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Correct answer: C — Stage III
This measure was moved from Stage IV to Stage III ('Severe', Delhi AQI 401–450).
Which body revised the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) for the NCR on 21 November 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas
The CAQM revised GRAP for the entire NCR on 21 November 2025.
Where were the Diamond Jubilee celebrations of the Border Security Force (BSF), addressed by Amit Shah on 21 November 2025, held?
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Correct answer: A — Bhuj
Amit Shah addressed the BSF Diamond Jubilee celebrations in Bhuj, Gujarat.
At the BSF Diamond Jubilee, Amit Shah said the country would be completely free from Naxalism by:
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Correct answer: B — 31 March 2026
He said the country will be completely free from Naxalism by 31 March 2026.
Who took oath as Chief Minister of Bihar in November 2025, receiving the Prime Minister's congratulations on 20 November 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Nitish Kumar
Nitish Kumar took oath as Chief Minister of Bihar.
Who became the Deputy Chief Ministers of Bihar in the government sworn in in November 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Samrat Chaudhary and Vijay Sinha
Samrat Chaudhary and Vijay Sinha became the Deputy Chief Ministers.
On 20 November 2025, Governor Arif Mohammad Khan administered the oath to Nitish Kumar at Gandhi Maidan, Patna. For which time did Nitish Kumar take oath as Chief Minister of Bihar?
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Correct answer: D — 10th
It was a record 10th oath as Bihar Chief Minister for Nitish Kumar (The Hindu; DD News).
According to the final estimates for 2024-25 released in November 2025, India's total foodgrain production was:
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Correct answer: C — 357.73 million tonnes
Foodgrain production in 2024-25 reached a record 357.73 million tonnes, up from 332.30 million tonnes in 2023-24.
As per the final estimates for 2024-25, India's total oilseed production was estimated at:
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Correct answer: B — 429.89 lakh tonnes
Oilseed output in 2024-25 was a record 429.89 lakh tonnes, 33.20 lakh tonnes more than 396.69 lakh tonnes in 2023-24.
Consider the following statements about the final crop production estimates for 2024-25: 1. Rice production reached a record 1,501.84 lakh tonnes. 2. Maize production fell compared with 2023-24. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: maize rose to 434.09 lakh tonnes from 376.65 lakh tonnes in 2023-24.
Which edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) opened in Panaji on 20 November 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 56th
IFFI 2025 was the 56th edition.
What was the first-ever feature of the opening of IFFI 2025 in Goa?
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Correct answer: D — A grand street parade from the Old Goa Medical College building to the Kala Academy
IFFI 2025 opened with a grand parade in Panaji — a historic first — instead of a closed-door ceremony.
The folk production 'Bharat Ek Soor', the highlight of the IFFI 2025 opening parade, was produced by:
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Correct answer: B — Central Bureau of Communication
'Bharat Ek Soor', with over 100 artists, was produced by the Central Bureau of Communication.
How did the combined Index of Eight Core Industries perform in October 2025 compared with October 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Remained unchanged at 162.4
The combined ICI remained unchanged at 162.4 (provisional). 3.3% was September's final growth and 2.5% the April–October cumulative growth.
Consider the following statements about the Index of Eight Core Industries for October 2025: 1. Electricity generation rose in October 2025 over October 2024. 2. The eight core industries comprise 40.27% of the weight of items in the Index of Industrial Production. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Statement 1 is wrong: electricity generation declined by 7.6%. Statement 2 is correct.
Which of the following core industries recorded positive growth in October 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Cement
Cement grew 5.3% (along with fertilizers, steel and refinery products). Coal, natural gas and electricity declined.
How many leading e-commerce platforms self-declared compliance with the Dark Patterns Guidelines, 2023, as announced in November 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 26
26 leading e-commerce platforms submitted self-declarations.
Which authority directed companies to upload their dark-pattern self-audit declarations on their websites?
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Correct answer: D — Central Consumer Protection Authority
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) directed the companies to display the declarations prominently on their websites.
With which French body did DRDO sign a Technical Agreement on defence R&D on 20 November 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Directorate General of Armaments (DGA)
The agreement was signed with the Directorate General of Armaments (DGA), France.
Where was the DRDO–DGA (France) Technical Agreement signed in November 2025?
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Correct answer: D — DRDO Bhawan, New Delhi
It was signed at DRDO Bhawan, New Delhi on 20 November 2025.
The GeM–UN Women MoU of November 2025 expands market access for women entrepreneurs under which GeM initiative?
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Correct answer: B — Womaniya
The MoU expands market access for women entrepreneurs under GeM's 'Womaniya' initiative.
Government e-Marketplace (GeM), which signed an MoU with UN Women in November 2025, functions under which ministry?
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Correct answer: C — Ministry of Commerce and Industry
GeM is under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
How many cubs did Mukhi, the first Indian-born female cheetah, give birth to, as announced in November 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Five
Mukhi gave birth to five cubs.
Consider the following statements about the cheetah Mukhi: 1. Mukhi is the first Indian-born female cheetah and was 33 months old when she gave birth. 2. Mukhi was among the cheetahs translocated to India from Namibia. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: Mukhi was born in India — she is the first Indian-born female cheetah.
Raajmarg Infra Investment Managers Pvt. Ltd. (RIIMPL), launched by NHAI in November 2025, is the investment manager for which proposed public InvIT?
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Correct answer: A — Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust (RIIT)
RIIMPL is the investment manager for the proposed public InvIT, Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust (RIIT).
Approximately how many kilometres of operational National Highways does NHAI plan to place in its public InvIT over the next 3–5 years?
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Correct answer: C — 1,500 km
Around 1,500 km of completed and operational National Highways will be introduced into the public InvIT over 3–5 years.
Where did President Droupadi Murmu attend the Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas celebration organised by the Chhattisgarh government on 20 November 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Ambikapur
The celebration was held at Ambikapur in Surguja district.
The 'Muria Darbar', cited by President Murmu as a primitive people's parliament, belongs to which region?
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Correct answer: A — Bastar
The President cited the 'Muria Darbar' of Bastar as an example of tribal democratic traditions.
Under the Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan, a network of roughly how many volunteers is being created across India, as per President Murmu's address at Ambikapur?
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Correct answer: C — 20 lakh
About 20 lakh volunteers are being mobilised under the Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan.
Which force conducted the Coastal Security Exercise Sagar Kavach-02/25 in November 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Indian Coast Guard
Sagar Kavach-02/25 was conducted by the Indian Coast Guard.
Consider the following statements about Exercise Sagar Kavach-02/25: 1. It involved over 6,000 personnel and more than 115 sea and air assets. 2. It was conducted along the Gujarat and Daman coastline. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: the exercise was held along the Maharashtra and Goa coastline.
What is the name of India's first indigenous CRISPR-based gene therapy for sickle cell disease, launched in November 2025?
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Correct answer: A — BIRSA 101
The therapy is named 'BIRSA 101', after Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
Which institution developed the BIRSA 101 gene therapy?
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Correct answer: B — CSIR-Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology
BIRSA 101 was developed at CSIR–Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (IGIB).
Consider the following statements about the BIRSA 101 gene therapy: 1. CSIR-IGIB signed a technology transfer agreement with the Serum Institute of India for it. 2. It is based on IGIB's engineered enFnCas9 CRISPR platform. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: CSIR-IGIB and Serum Institute of India exchanged a technology transfer agreement to translate the enFnCas9 CRISPR platform into affordable therapies.
Which instalment of PM-KISAN, worth about ₹18,000 crore for around 9 crore farmers, was released on 19 November 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 21st
The 21st instalment of PM-KISAN was released on 19 November 2025.
From which city did PM Narendra Modi release the 21st PM-KISAN instalment?
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Correct answer: B — Coimbatore
It was released from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, at the South India Natural Farming Summit 2025.
According to PM Modi's address at Coimbatore in November 2025, how much has been transferred directly to farmers' bank accounts under PM-KISAN so far?
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Correct answer: D — ₹4 lakh crore
The PM said ₹4 lakh crore has been transferred directly to small farmers under PM-KISAN so far.
Under TRAI's Direction of November 2025, by when must commercial banks onboard the '1600' numbering series?
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Correct answer: A — 1 January 2026
Commercial banks (public, private and foreign) must onboard by 1 January 2026. 15 February is for MFs/AMCs and 15 March for qualified stockbrokers.
Which numbering series has TRAI mandated for service and transactional calls by entities regulated by RBI, SEBI and PFRDA?
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Correct answer: D — 1600
The '1600' series, assigned by DoT, is meant for BFSI entities and government organisations. 140 is for promotional calls and 1800 for toll-free numbers.
What denomination of commemorative coin was released at the birth centenary celebrations of Sri Sathya Sai Baba in November 2025?
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Correct answer: B — ₹100
A ₹100 commemorative coin and a set of stamps were released.
Where did PM Modi address the birth centenary celebrations of Sri Sathya Sai Baba on 19 November 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Puttaparthi
The PM addressed the celebrations at Puttaparthi in Andhra Pradesh.
The South India Natural Farming Summit 2025, inaugurated by PM Modi in Coimbatore, was organised by:
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Correct answer: A — Tamil Nadu Natural Farming Stakeholders Forum
The summit (19–21 November 2025) was organised by the Tamil Nadu Natural Farming Stakeholders Forum.
Consider the following statements about PM Modi's address at the South India Natural Farming Summit 2025: 1. He urged farmers to practise natural farming on one acre for one season ('One Acre, One Season'). 2. He said about 35,000 hectares in Tamil Nadu are under organic and natural farming. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both statements are correct as per the PM's address on 19 November 2025.
PMGSY projects worth ₹2,225 crore approved for Chhattisgarh at the Dhamtari event in November 2025 will build roughly how many kilometres of new rural roads?
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Correct answer: C — 2,500 km
The projects will build over 2,500 km of new rural roads and connect about 780 villages.
In November 2025, Chhattisgarh's farmers were brought under the coverage of which national board?
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Correct answer: D — National Makhana Development Board
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced that Chhattisgarh will be included under the National Makhana Development Board.
To what capacity is Rourkela Steel Plant planned to be expanded by 2030, as announced in November 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 9.8 million tonnes
The plan is to double RSP's capacity to 9.8 million tonnes by 2030.
Consider the following statements about Rourkela Steel Plant: 1. It is India's first public sector integrated steel plant. 2. It is located in Jharkhand. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: Rourkela Steel Plant is in Odisha.
Which web-based platform was used for the water budgeting exercise in NITI Aayog's November 2025 report on aspirational blocks?
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Correct answer: C — Varuni
The exercise used the web-based water budgeting platform 'Varuni'.
NITI Aayog's report on 'Water Budgeting in Aspirational Blocks' assessed:
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Correct answer: A — 18 blocks across 11 states
The report assessed 18 aspirational blocks across 11 states, spread over 8 agro-climatic zones.
Which two risks were brought under PMFBY coverage in November 2025, to be rolled out from Kharif 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Wild animal attack and paddy inundation
Crop loss from wild animal attack (as a localised risk add-on) and paddy inundation (localised calamity) will be covered from Kharif 2026.
Under the revised PMFBY modalities, within how many hours must farmers report crop loss due to wild animal attack through the Crop Insurance App?
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Correct answer: C — 72 hours
Farmers must report losses within 72 hours with geotagged photographs.
From which crop season will the new PMFBY covers for wild animal attack and paddy inundation be rolled out?
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Correct answer: B — Kharif 2026
The modalities will be rolled out from Kharif 2026. Paddy inundation had been removed from the localised calamity category in 2018.
The National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance 2.0, launched in November 2025, covers which period?
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Correct answer: C — 2025–29
NAP-AMR 2.0 covers 2025–29.
In which year was India's first National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance launched?
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Correct answer: A — 2017
The first NAP-AMR was launched in 2017, after discussions that began in 2010.
Which state was ranked first among states in the 6th National Water Awards conferred in November 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Maharashtra
Maharashtra ranked first, Gujarat second and Haryana third.
According to President Murmu, roughly how many groundwater recharge structures have been built under Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari since its launch last year?
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Correct answer: C — 35 lakh
More than 35 lakh groundwater recharge structures have been completed under JSJB.
Consider the following statements about the 6th National Water Awards: 1. Gujarat was ranked second in the best-state category. 2. The awards were conferred at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: the President conferred the awards at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
NIC 2025, released by MoSPI in November 2025, uses which coding structure?
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Correct answer: C — 6-digit
NIC 2025 introduces a 6-digit coding structure in place of the 5-digit structure of NIC 2008.
The National Industrial Classification 2025 is aligned with which international standard?
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Correct answer: B — ISIC Revision 5
NIC 2025 is aligned with ISIC Revision 5 developed by the UN Statistics Division. NIC 2008 was based on ISIC Rev 4.
Where was NIC 2025 released during the culmination ceremony of the 75th anniversary of the National Sample Survey?
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Correct answer: D — Udaipur
NIC 2025 was released at Udaipur on 18 November 2025.