UKSSSC Current Affairs Quiz — All time
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Which India-led alliance did Russia decide to join by adopting its Framework Agreement, as announced during Putin's December 2025 visit?
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Correct answer: C — International Big Cat Alliance
PIB 2199504: the Russian side decided to adopt the Framework Agreement to join the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA).
What visa facility did India announce for Russian nationals on 5 December 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 30-day e-Tourist visa on gratis basis
PIB 2199504: grant of 30 days e-Tourist Visa on gratis basis to Russian nationals on reciprocal basis, and gratis Group Tourist Visa.
The bilateral agreement signed between India's Department of Posts and JSC Russia Post on 5 December 2025 relates to which service?
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Correct answer: A — International Tracked Packet Service
PIB 2199555: the Department of Posts and JSC Russia Post signed a Bilateral Agreement on the International Tracked Packet Service (ITPS).
On how many route km had Kavach 4.0 been commissioned as of 5 December 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 738
PIB 2199327: Kavach 4.0 commissioned on 738 Rkm: Palwal–Mathura–Nagda (633 Rkm) and Howrah–Bardhaman (105 Rkm).
Which section of the Delhi–Howrah route has Kavach 4.0 been commissioned on?
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Correct answer: A — Howrah–Bardhaman
PIB 2199327: Kavach 4.0 is commissioned on the Howrah–Bardhaman section (105 Rkm) of the Delhi–Howrah route.
Consider the following statements about Kavach: 1. It was adopted as the National Automatic Train Protection system in July 2020. 2. It requires Safety Integrity Level 4 (SIL-4) certification. 3. RDSO approved the Kavach version 4.0 specification in 2024. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3
PIB 2199327: adopted as National ATP in July 2020; requires SIL-4 certification; RDSO approved specification 4.0 on 16 July 2024.
What is the name of NHAI's Infrastructure Investment Trust that received SEBI's in-principle approval of registration in December 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust
PIB 2199533: SEBI granted in-principle approval of registration to 'Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust' (RIIT) as an InvIT.
How much has NHAI monetised through the Toll-Operate-Transfer (TOT) model, according to the Road Transport Ministry in December 2025?
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Correct answer: B — ₹48,995 crore
PIB 2199533: NHAI has monetised assets worth ₹48,995 crore through TOT and raised around ₹43,638 crore across four rounds of private InvITs.
Where was the 22nd India–Russia IRIGC-M&MTC meeting held on 4 December 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi
PIB 2199013: the 22nd IRIGC-M&MTC was co-chaired at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi on 4 December 2025.
Consider the following statements about the 22nd IRIGC-M&MTC: 1. It was co-chaired by Rajnath Singh and Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov. 2. The two Ministers signed the protocol of the 22nd session. 3. The 23rd session is to be held in India in 2026. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2199013: Rajnath Singh and Belousov co-chaired and signed the protocol; Belousov invited Rajnath Singh to visit Russia to co-chair the 23rd session in 2026.
On which date is Navy Day observed in India?
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Correct answer: C — 4 December
PIB 2198543 (4 December 2025): the Prime Minister greeted Indian Navy personnel on Navy Day, 'today'.
In his Navy Day 2025 message, aboard which ship did PM Modi recall spending Diwali 2025 with naval personnel?
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Correct answer: D — INS Vikrant
PIB 2198543: 'I can never forget this year's Diwali, which I spent with Naval personnel on board INS Vikrant.'
Swaraj Kaushal, who passed away in December 2025, was India's youngest Governor of which State?
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Correct answer: D — Mizoram
PIB 2198880: 'He became India's youngest Governor and left a lasting impression on the people of Mizoram during his gubernatorial tenure.'
Consider the following statements about Swaraj Kaushal as described in the PM's condolence message of 4 December 2025: 1. Swaraj Kaushal was a lawyer. 2. Swaraj Kaushal served as a Parliamentarian. 3. Swaraj Kaushal served as Chief Justice of a High Court. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2198880: Kaushal distinguished himself as a lawyer and 'his insights as a Parliamentarian were also noteworthy'; no judicial office is mentioned.
When was AstroSat, India's first dedicated space observatory, launched by ISRO?
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Correct answer: A — 28 September 2015
PIB 2198713: AstroSat, India's first dedicated space observatory, was launched on 28 September 2015 by ISRO.
Which institute designed, assembled, tested and delivered the UltraViolet Imaging Telescope (UVIT) on AstroSat?
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Correct answer: A — Indian Institute of Astrophysics
PIB 2198713: UVIT was designed, assembled, tested and delivered by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics from its campus in Hosakote.
Consider the following statements about UVIT: 1. UVIT is the primary payload on board AstroSat. 2. Apart from the Hubble Space Telescope, UVIT is the only operational telescope capable of observing in the far-ultraviolet. 3. The Canadian Space Agency was part of the UVIT project. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3
PIB 2198713: UVIT is AstroSat's primary payload; it is the only operational far-UV telescope apart from Hubble; the consortium included the Canadian Space Agency.
International Cheetah Day is observed on which date?
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Correct answer: C — 4 December
PIB 2198561 (4 December 2025): the Prime Minister greeted wildlife lovers on International Cheetah Day, 'today'.
According to the PM's International Cheetah Day 2025 message, Project Cheetah was launched how many years earlier?
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Correct answer: A — Three years
PIB 2198561: 'Three years ago, our Government launched Project Cheetah…'
The 100-Day Intensive Awareness Campaign for a Child Marriage Free Bharat launched on 4 December 2025 marked which anniversary of the Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Abhiyan?
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Correct answer: A — First
PIB 2199001: the campaign was launched marking the first anniversary of the Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.
At the launch of the 100-day Child Marriage Free Bharat campaign, how much did the WCD Minister say the Union Government has allocated towards scholarships for girls?
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Correct answer: C — ₹1,827 crore
PIB 2199001: the Union Government has allocated ₹1,827 crore towards scholarships for girls.
Consider the following statements about the campaign launched on 4 December 2025: 1. The campaign was launched at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. 2. The campaign was inaugurated by Union WCD Minister Annpurna Devi. 3. The WCD Minister said girls comprise 43% of India's STEM workforce. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3
PIB 2199001: launched at Vigyan Bhawan, inaugurated by Annpurna Devi, who said girls comprise 43% of the STEM workforce.
Which body, in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs, enabled the Passport Verification Record on DigiLocker in December 2025?
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Correct answer: C — National e-Governance Division (MeitY)
PIB 2198743: NeGD under MeitY, in collaboration with MEA, enabled the PVR on DigiLocker.
In which section of a DigiLocker account can citizens fetch their Passport Verification Record after successful verification?
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Correct answer: D — Issued Documents
PIB 2198743: citizens can fetch their PVRs in the 'Issued Documents' section of their DigiLocker account.
Which unit of NITI Aayog released the roadmap on 'Transforming India into a leading Quantum-Powered Economy' in December 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Frontier Tech Hub
PIB 2198967: NITI Aayog's Frontier Tech Hub released the roadmap on 4 December 2025.
The Deputy Chief Minister of which State helped unveil NITI Aayog's quantum economy roadmap on 4 December 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Telangana
PIB 2198967: the roadmap was unveiled by Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, Deputy Chief Minister of Telangana, among others.
According to the Government's statement of 3 December 2025, how many users had downloaded the Sanchar Saathi app?
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Correct answer: B — 1.4 crore
PIB 2198110: 'So far 1.4 crore users have downloaded this app…'
What did the Government decide about the Sanchar Saathi app on 3 December 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Not to make its pre-installation mandatory for mobile manufacturers
PIB 2198110: given Sanchar Saathi's increasing acceptance, the Government decided not to make pre-installation mandatory for mobile manufacturers.
In which city did CEC Gyanesh Kumar assume the Chairship of International IDEA's Council of Member States on 3 December 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Stockholm
PIB 2198520: CEC Kumar gave his acceptance speech at Stockholm, Sweden.
Consider the following statements about India and International IDEA: 1. India is a founding member of International IDEA. 2. CEC Gyanesh Kumar will chair the Council of Member States for the year 2026. 3. The theme of India's Chairship is 'Democracy for inclusive, peaceful, resilient and sustainable world'. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3
PIB 2198520: India is a founding member; Kumar assumed the Chairship for 2026; the theme is 'Democracy for inclusive, peaceful, resilient and sustainable world'.
From which date will Retail Sale Price display become mandatory on all pan masala packs under the Legal Metrology amendment notified in December 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 1 February 2026
PIB 2198215: the amended rules will come into force on 1 February 2026.
Pan masala packs of what weight, earlier exempted, must now print the Retail Sale Price under the December 2025 amendment?
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Correct answer: B — 10 grams or less
PIB 2198215: small packs of 10 grams or less, which were previously exempted, must now print the RSP.
How many awardees received the National Awards for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities 2025 from the President on 3 December 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 32
PIB 2198414: the President lauded the courage and leadership of the 32 awardees.
What was the theme of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025, as cited by the President?
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Correct answer: A — Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress
PIB 2198084: the theme of IDPD 2025 is 'Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress'.
Consider the following statements made at the National Awards for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities 2025: 1. The awards were presented at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. 2. The term 'Divyangjan' has been in use since 2015. 3. The President recalled the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3
PIB 2198414: the gathering was at Vigyan Bhawan and the President recalled the RPwD Act, 2016; PIB 2198084: the term 'Divyangjan' has been used since 2015.
Who launched the R&D Roadmap to Enable India's Net Zero Targets through CCUS on 2 December 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Principal Scientific Adviser Ajay Kumar Sood
PIB 2198607: the roadmap prepared by DST was launched by Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India.
Which department prepared India's first R&D Roadmap on Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) launched in December 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Department of Science and Technology
PIB 2198607: the CCUS roadmap was prepared by the Department of Science and Technology (DST).
What is the size of the Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme that DST cited for implementing the CCUS roadmap?
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Correct answer: C — ₹1 lakh crore
PIB 2198607: DST is prepared to lead implementation with initiatives like the ₹1 Lakh Crore RDI Scheme.
Under which operation did the Indian Navy extend humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka after Cyclone Ditwah in late 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Operation Sagar Bandhu
PIB 2197802: the Indian Navy undertook HADR operations under Operation Sagar Bandhu.
Why were INS Vikrant and INS Udaygiri already in Colombo when Cyclone Ditwah struck Sri Lanka?
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Correct answer: D — For the Sri Lanka Navy's 75th Anniversary International Fleet Review
PIB 2197802: the ships were present in Colombo as part of the 75th Anniversary International Fleet Review (IFR-2025) of the Sri Lanka Navy.
How many member jurisdictions does the Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes have, as stated when India hosted its 18th Plenary?
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Correct answer: C — 172
PIB 2197884: the Global Forum, with 172 member jurisdictions, is the world's leading body for tax transparency standards.
Consider the following statements about the 18th Plenary of the Global Forum on Tax Transparency: 1. India hosted it in New Delhi from 2 to 5 December 2025. 2. The Global Forum implements the EOIR and AEOI standards. 3. Its theme was 'Tax Transparency: Delivering a Shared Vision Through International Cooperation'. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3
PIB 2197884: India hosted it in New Delhi on 2–5 December 2025 under that theme; the Forum implements EOIR and AEOI.
According to MNRE (December 2025), what was India's installed non-fossil power capacity as of 31 October 2025?
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Correct answer: C — About 259 GW
PIB 2197760: as of 31 October 2025, installed capacity from non-fossil sources stands at about 259 GW.
India achieved 50% of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil sources how far ahead of its NDC target, as per MNRE?
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Correct answer: C — Five years
PIB 2197760: India achieved 50% non-fossil installed capacity five years ahead of the target under its NDCs.
How many sittings did the Winter Session 2025 of Parliament (1–19 December 2025) provide?
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Correct answer: B — 15
PIB 2206655: the session that began on 1 December and was adjourned sine die on 19 December provided 15 sittings over 19 days.
On the opening day of the Winter Session 2025, the Rajya Sabha felicitated its Chairman. Who was he?
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Correct answer: C — C. P. Radhakrishnan
PIB 2196810: the Prime Minister spoke at the felicitation of Rajya Sabha Chairman Thiru C. P. Radhakrishnan on 1 December 2025.
What was India's IIP growth rate for October 2025 as per the quick estimate released on 1 December 2025?
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Correct answer: A — 0.4%
PIB 2196938: the IIP growth rate for October 2025 is 0.4%, against 4.0% in September 2025.
In the October 2025 IIP, which sector recorded the steepest contraction?
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Correct answer: C — Electricity
PIB 2196938: mining fell 1.8%, manufacturing grew 1.8% and electricity fell 6.9% in October 2025.
To which post did Indian Railways promote cricketers Pratika Rawal, Sneh Rana and Renuka Singh Thakur in December 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Officer on Special Duty (Sports)
PIB 2197278: the three were promoted to the Group 'B' Officer-grade post of Officer on Special Duty (Sports) through out-of-turn promotion.
Consider the following statements about the Railways' promotion of three Women's World Cup winners announced on 1 December 2025: 1. The promotion is an initiative of the Railway Sports Promotion Board. 2. The new post carries pay at Level-8 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. 3. All three players were earlier posted in Western Railway. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2197278: the initiative is of the RSPB and carries Level-8 pay; all three were serving in Northern Railway, not Western Railway.
In which year was the Border Security Force (BSF) established?
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Correct answer: B — 1965
PIB 2192508: the BSF was established on 1 December 1965.
Where were the BSF's Diamond Jubilee celebrations, at which a commemorative postage stamp was released, held in November 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Bhuj, Gujarat
PIB 2192508: Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the BSF Diamond Jubilee celebrations in Bhuj, Gujarat on 21 November 2025 and a commemorative stamp was released.
By what percentage did new HIV infections in India decline between 2010 and 2024, as stated on World AIDS Day 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 48.7%
PIB 2197198: new HIV infections declined by 48.7%, AIDS-related deaths by 81.4% and mother-to-child transmission by 74.6% between 2010 and 2024.
What is the name of the IT-enabled virtual platform for confidential HIV risk assessment launched on World AIDS Day 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Breakfree
PIB 2197198: the Minister launched 'Breakfree', an IT-enabled virtual platform offering confidential risk assessment and testing linkage; Sankalak is a programme document whose 7th edition was released.
Consider the following statements about India's HIV response as stated on World AIDS Day 2025: 1. India aims to achieve the 95-95-95 targets by 2030. 2. AIDS-related deaths declined by 81.4% between 2010 and 2024. 3. India HIV Estimates 2025 was released at the event. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3
PIB 2197198: India is on track for 95-95-95 by 2030, AIDS-related deaths fell 81.4% from 2010 to 2024, and India HIV Estimates 2025 was released.
Who took charge as Member (Finance), Railway Board on 1 December 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Aparna Garg
PIB 2198323: Ms. Aparna Garg took charge as Member (Finance), Railway Board on 01.12.2025.
Aparna Garg, who became Member (Finance), Railway Board in December 2025, belongs to which service?
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Correct answer: C — Indian Railway Accounts Service
PIB 2198323: she is an Indian Railway Accounts Service (IRAS) officer of the 1987 batch.
In November 2025 the Election Commission of India extended the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls by how long?
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Correct answer: B — One week
On 30 November 2025 the ECI extended the relevant SIR dates by one week.
As per the revised SIR schedule announced in November 2025, the final electoral roll will be published on which date?
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Correct answer: D — 14 February 2026
The revised schedule fixes final publication of the electoral roll on 14 February 2026.
Consider the following statements about the SIR schedule revised by ECI on 30 November 2025: 1. The SIR is being conducted in 12 States/UTs. 2. The qualifying date for the revision is 1 January 2026. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
The ECI release says the SIR is ongoing in 12 States/UTs with 01.01.2026 as the qualifying date.
Under the revised SIR schedule (November 2025), the draft electoral roll is to be published on:
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Correct answer: B — 16 December 2025
Publication of the draft electoral roll is on 16 December 2025 (Tuesday).
In its first-ever participation at the WorldSkills Asia Competition 2025, India secured which rank?
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Correct answer: B — 8th
India finished 8th among 29 participating nations in its debut at WSAC 2025.
At WorldSkills Asia 2025, India's only silver medal was won by Muskan in which skill?
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Correct answer: A — Painting & Decorating
Muskan won silver in Painting & Decorating.
Which team beat India 1-0 in the final of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2025 to win its maiden title?
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Correct answer: A — Belgium
Belgium beat India 1-0 in the final at Ipoh on 30 November 2025 for its first Sultan Azlan Shah Cup title.
The Sultan Azlan Shah Cup hockey tournament, whose 2025 final India lost, is held in which country?
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Correct answer: B — Malaysia
The 2025 edition was played in Ipoh, Malaysia.
As announced in November 2025, new weather radars in Uttarakhand will come up at which places?
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Correct answer: C — Haridwar, Pantnagar and Auli
Radars exist at Surkanda Devi, Mukteshwar and Lansdowne; three more will be commissioned at Haridwar, Pantnagar and Auli.
The 'World Summit on Disaster Management' addressed by Dr Jitendra Singh on 30 November 2025 was held in:
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Correct answer: D — Dehradun
Dr Jitendra Singh addressed the World Summit on Disaster Management at Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
According to the government (30 November 2025), the Winter Session of Parliament 2025 was scheduled to have how many sittings?
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Correct answer: B — 15
The session from 1 to 19 December 2025 was to provide 15 sittings spread over 19 days.
The all-party meeting held on 30 November 2025 ahead of the Winter Session was chaired by:
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Correct answer: C — Rajnath Singh
The meeting was held under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh; it was called by Kiren Rijiju.