Delhi Current Affairs Quiz — All time
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What was the theme of the international conference of Election Management Bodies hosted by ECI in New Delhi in January 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Global Election Year 2024: Reiteration of Democratic Spaces, Takeaway for EMBs
PIB 2095448: the conference theme was 'Global Election Year 2024: Reiteration of Democratic Spaces, Takeaway for EMBs'.
Representatives of Election Management Bodies from how many countries attended ECI's international conference in January 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 13
PIB 2095448: nearly 30 representatives from the EMBs of 13 countries attended.
Where was the National Tribal Health Conclave 2025 held on 20 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
PIB 2094806: the conclave was organised on 20 January 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
The Bhagwan Birsa Munda Chair of Tribal Health and Haematology, highlighted at the National Tribal Health Conclave 2025, is established at which institution?
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Correct answer: C — AIIMS Delhi
PIB 2094806: the Bhagwan Birsa Munda Chair of Tribal Health and Haematology is established at AIIMS Delhi.
Consider the following statements about the National Tribal Health Conclave 2025: 1. It was organised under the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan. 2. Letters of Intent were exchanged with AIIMS Delhi for adopting a tribal block in Jharkhand. 3. 15 Centres of Competence for sickle cell diagnosis have been sanctioned in 14 states. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — 1 and 3 only
PIB 2094806: the conclave was under DAJGUA and 15 CoCs are sanctioned in 14 states; the tribal block to be adopted with AIIMS Delhi is in Odisha, not Jharkhand.
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.
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.
How many Master Trainers were trained in Phase-1 of the Rashtriya Karmayogi Large-Scale Jan Seva Programme, concluded on 18 January 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 219
PIB (DoPT): 219 Master Trainers from 80 Ministries and Departments participated in eight batches.
Who is the Chairman of the Capacity Building Commission, as mentioned in the January 2025 release on the Rashtriya Karmayogi Jan Seva Programme?
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Correct answer: D — Adil Zainulbhai
PIB: Adil Zainulbhai, Chairman of the CBC, and R. Balasubramaniam, Member (HR), shared their vision for the programme.
The NCGG programme for senior civil servants of Kenya, concluded on 18 January 2025, was sponsored under which initiative?
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Correct answer: A — ITEC of the Ministry of External Affairs
PIB (DoPT): the programme was sponsored under the ITEC initiative of the Ministry of External Affairs.
Who led the Kenyan delegation at the NCGG Special Capacity Building Programme in New Delhi (13–18 January 2025)?
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Correct answer: B — Kenya's Attorney General Dorcas Agik Abuya Oduor
PIB: the delegation was led by Dorcas Agik Abuya Oduor, Attorney General of Kenya, along with 28 other senior officials.
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.
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.
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.
At the first-ever CSR round table for sports on 16 January 2025, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya urged each corporate to:
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Correct answer: B — Adopt one sport
PIB (Sports): Mandaviya urged corporates to adopt one sport during the first-ever corporate round-table conference.
At the CSR round table in January 2025, the Sports Minister set the vision of placing India among the top five global sports performers by which year?
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Correct answer: D — 2047
PIB: Mandaviya emphasised a vision to position India among the top five global sports performers by 2047; the 2036 goal mentioned is a top-10 finish at the Olympics.
Where were the 150th Foundation Day celebrations of the India Meteorological Department held on 14 January 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
PIB (PMO): PM participated in IMD's 150th Foundation Day celebrations at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
In which year was the India Meteorological Department established?
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Correct answer: C — 1875
PIB: IMD was set up on 15 January 1875; 1864 (Calcutta cyclone) and 1871 (monsoon failure) were among the events that led to it.
Consider the following statements about IMD's 150th Foundation Day on 14 January 2025: 1. A commemorative postage stamp and coin were unveiled. 2. The IMD Vision-2047 document was released. 3. IMD's Doppler Weather Radar network grew from 15 in 2014 to 39 in 2023. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3
PIB (MoES): all three statements are correct.
National Youth Day, observed on 12 January, commemorates the birth anniversary of:
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Correct answer: B — Swami Vivekananda
PIB: National Youth Day commemorates the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda.
Where was the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025 held, in which the PM participated on 12 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
PIB: the PM participated in the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
How many young leaders did the PM engage with at the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 3,000
PIB: the PM engaged with 3,000 dynamic young leaders from across India.
Consider the following statements about the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025: 1. It was organised by the Department of Youth Affairs from 10 to 12 January 2025. 2. The PM released a compilation of best essays written on ten themes. 3. It was held as part of the National Youth Festival 2025. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3
PIB (MoYAS): all three statements are correct.
Under the revised GRAP, Stage-III is to be implemented in NCR when Delhi's AQI reaches which mark, as cited by CAQM on 12 January 2025?
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Correct answer: D — 350
PIB: Delhi's AQI of 278 was 72 points below the 350 mark for implementing Stage-III, as per Supreme Court directives.
Since which date had GRAP Stage-III been in force in NCR before its revocation on 12 January 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 9 January 2025
PIB: Stage-III of revised GRAP had been in place in the entire NCR since 09.01.2025.
Which body decided on 12 January 2025 to revoke GRAP Stage-III in NCR?
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Correct answer: C — Commission for Air Quality Management
PIB: the CAQM Sub-Committee on GRAP unanimously decided to revoke Stage-III actions.
Consider the following statements about the revocation of GRAP Stage-III on 12 January 2025: 1. Delhi's average AQI was 278 at 4 pm. 2. Actions under GRAP Stages I and II were also revoked. 3. Rain from a Western Disturbance helped improve air quality. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 and 3 only
PIB: AQI was 278 at 4 pm and a Western Disturbance brought rain on 11–12 January; Stages I and II remain in force.
The International Symposium on Interpreter Education and Research held on 12 January 2025 was organised by ISLRTC in collaboration with which university?
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Correct answer: A — Jawaharlal Nehru University
PIB: ISLRTC organised the symposium with the Linguistic Empowerment Cell of JNU, at JNU, New Delhi.
ISLRTC, which organised an international symposium on interpreter education on 12 January 2025, works in the field of:
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Correct answer: B — Indian Sign Language
PIB: ISLRTC is the Indian Sign Language Research and Training Centre; the symposium advanced accessible communication for the Deaf community.
Dr Brenda Nicodemus, a guest lecturer at the ISLRTC International Symposium on 12 January 2025, is Professor Emerita at which university?
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Correct answer: C — Gallaudet University
PIB: Dr Brenda Nicodemus is Professor Emerita at Gallaudet University, USA.
Under the 'Drug Disposal Fortnight' launched by Amit Shah on 11 January 2025, how much narcotics was to be destroyed?
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Correct answer: B — One lakh kg worth about ₹8,600 crore
PIB (MHA): one lakh kilograms of narcotics worth about ₹8,600 crore will be destroyed.
According to the Home Minister on 11 January 2025, drugs worth how much were seized in India in 2024, the highest since independence?
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Correct answer: D — ₹16,914 crore
PIB (MHA): in 2024 the NCB and police forces seized drugs valued at ₹16,914 crore, the highest since independence.
Which agency organised the regional conference on 'Drug Trafficking and National Security' held on 11 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Narcotics Control Bureau
PIB (MHA): the conference was organised by the Narcotics Control Bureau.
On 11 January 2025, Amit Shah inaugurated the new office complex of the NCB's Zonal Unit in which city?
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Correct answer: C — Bhopal
PIB (MHA): the Home Minister inaugurated the new office complex of the Bhopal Zonal Unit of the NCB.
Consider the following statements about the conference on 'Drug Trafficking and National Security' held on 11 January 2025: 1. It focused on eight States and UTs of northern India. 2. The MANAS-2 helpline was extended to all 36 States and UTs. 3. It was held at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3
PIB (MHA): all three statements are correct.
From how many participants were the 3,000 young leaders of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025 selected?
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Correct answer: A — Over 30 lakh
PIB (MoYAS): 3,000 young leaders were chosen from a pool of over 30 lakh participants.
Who inaugurated Day 2 of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue on 11 January 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Mansukh Mandaviya
PIB (MoYAS): Union Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurated the Dialogue on Day 2.
Youth volunteers of which platform were credited by Mansukh Mandaviya with organising the reimagined National Youth Festival 2025?
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Correct answer: B — MY Bharat
PIB (MoYAS): Dr Mandaviya commended the youth volunteers of the My Bharat Platform for organising the reimagined National Youth Festival.
At Day 2 of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue, Anand Mahindra and Palki Sharma discussed which topic?
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Correct answer: C — AI as Audacity and Integrity
PIB (MoYAS): Palki Sharma and Anand Mahindra discussed 'AI as Audacity and Integrity' for young leaders.
At which event was the Bharat Cleantech Manufacturing Platform launched on 10 January 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Bharat Climate Forum 2025
PIB (Commerce): Piyush Goyal unveiled the platform at the Bharat Climate Forum 2025 in New Delhi on Friday (10 January).
The Bharat Cleantech Manufacturing Platform focuses on value chains in which of the following sectors?
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Correct answer: A — Solar, wind, hydrogen and battery storage
PIB (Commerce): the platform is designed to enhance India's cleantech value chains in the solar, wind, hydrogen and battery storage sectors.
How many whole genome samples are in the Indian Genomic Data Set released on 9 January 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 10,000
PIB (S&T): 10,000 whole genome samples archived at IBDC were made accessible.
Where are the GenomeIndia whole genome samples released in January 2025 archived?
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Correct answer: A — Indian Biological Data Centre
PIB (S&T): the 10,000 whole genome samples are archived at the Indian Biological Data Centre (IBDC).
In the context of the genomic data launched on 9 January 2025, what does 'FeED' stand for?
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Correct answer: B — Framework for Exchange of Data Protocols
PIB (S&T): Jitendra Singh launched the 'Framework for Exchange of Data Protocols (FeED)'.
What was Delhi's average AQI at 4 pm on 9 January 2025, when CAQM invoked GRAP Stage-III?
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Correct answer: C — 357
PIB: Delhi's AQI breached the 350 mark at 4 pm as it clocked 357, per the CPCB bulletin.
Under the revised GRAP, Stage-III corresponds to which category of Delhi's air quality?
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Correct answer: D — 'Severe' (AQI 401–450)
PIB: Stage-III of revised GRAP is 'Severe' air quality (Delhi AQI ranging between 401–450).
What were cited as the reasons for the sharp rise in Delhi's AQI on 9 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Calm winds and foggy conditions
PIB: the AQI rose from 297 on 8 January to 357 on 9 January owing to calm winds and foggy conditions.
Which edition of the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP) was launched on 9 January 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 8th
PIB (Commerce): Piyush Goyal launched the 8th edition of NPOP.
At the NPOP launch on 9 January 2025, Piyush Goyal said India's organic exports could reach how much in the next three years?
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Correct answer: B — ₹20,000 crore
PIB (Commerce): India's organic export value has the potential to reach ₹20,000 crore in the next three years.
'TraceNet 2.0', unveiled at the NPOP launch in January 2025, is:
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Correct answer: A — An upgraded online traceability system for organic products
PIB (Commerce): TraceNet 2.0 is the upgraded online traceability system for seamless operations and regulatory oversight.
On which date was polling scheduled for the Delhi Legislative Assembly election announced by the ECI on 7 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — 5 February 2025
ECI Press Note 169/2025: date of poll 05.02.2025; counting 08.02.2025.
How many of the 70 Delhi Assembly seats are reserved for Scheduled Castes, as per the ECI press note of 7 January 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 12
ECI: NCT of Delhi has 70 Assembly seats, of which 12 are reserved for SCs and none for STs.
Consider the following statements about the Delhi Assembly election 2025, as per the ECI press note of 7 January 2025: 1. Delhi has over 1.55 crore electors. 2. There are 13,033 polling stations. 3. Counting of votes was scheduled for 8 February 2025. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3
ECI: 1,55,37,634 electors, 13,033 polling stations, and counting on 08.02.2025 — all three correct.
Which agency developed the BHARATPOL portal launched by Amit Shah on 7 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Central Bureau of Investigation
PIB (MHA): the BHARATPOL portal was developed by the CBI.
BHARATPOL connects Indian agencies with INTERPOL's network of how many countries?
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Correct answer: B — 195
PIB (MHA): BHARATPOL connects investigative agencies and State police to the INTERPOL network of 195 countries.
Consider the following statements about BHARATPOL: 1. It was inaugurated at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. 2. It gives access to 19 types of INTERPOL databases. 3. Its five modules include Connect, INTERPOL Notices, References, Broadcast and Resources. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Correct answer: C — 1, 2 and 3
PIB (MHA): all three are stated in the release.
Which stretch of the Delhi–Ghaziabad–Meerut Namo Bharat corridor did the PM inaugurate on 5 January 2025, giving Delhi its first Namo Bharat connectivity?
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Correct answer: A — Sahibabad–New Ashok Nagar
PIB (PMO): the PM inaugurated the 13 km Sahibabad–New Ashok Nagar stretch worth about ₹4,600 crore; with this Delhi got its first Namo Bharat connectivity.
Which was the first stretch of Delhi Metro Phase-IV to be inaugurated, on 5 January 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Janakpuri–Krishna Park
PIB (PMO): the 2.8 km Janakpuri–Krishna Park stretch worth about ₹1,200 crore is the first stretch of Delhi Metro Phase-IV to be inaugurated.
The Rithala–Kundli section of Delhi Metro Phase-IV, whose foundation stone was laid on 5 January 2025, will connect Rithala to which place in Haryana?
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Correct answer: C — Nathupur
PIB (PMO): the 26.5 km Rithala–Kundli corridor (~₹6,230 crore) will connect Rithala in Delhi to Nathupur (Kundli) in Haryana.
Consider the following statements made by the PM on 5 January 2025 about India's metro network: 1. India's metro network has reached 1,000 km. 2. Before 2014, the network was 248 km and limited to five cities. 3. India now has the second-largest metro network in the world. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1 and 2 only
PIB (PMO): the network has reached 1,000 km, was 248 km in five cities before 2014, and India is now third-largest; the PM said it will become second-largest during the current tenure.
Since when had Stage-III of the revised GRAP been in force across NCR before it was revoked on 5 January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — 3 January 2025
PIB (Environment): Stage-III actions had been in place in the entire NCR since 03.01.2025.
Consider the following statements about the CAQM decision of 5 January 2025: 1. All actions under Stage-III of the revised GRAP were revoked across NCR. 2. Actions under Stages I and II of the revised GRAP were also withdrawn. 3. Delhi's average AQI had improved to 335 at 5 PM. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 3 only
PIB (Environment): Stage-III was revoked and AQI was 335 at 5 PM, but Stages I and II remain invoked and in force.
Which body's sub-committee revoked GRAP Stage-III in NCR on 5 January 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Commission for Air Quality Management
PIB (Environment): the Sub-Committee on GRAP of the Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas (CAQM) took the decision.
How many cadets are participating in the NCC Republic Day Camp-2025 inaugurated on 5 January 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 2,361
PIB (Defence): 2,361 cadets including 917 girl cadets from 17 NCC Directorates are participating.
With which event will the NCC Republic Day Camp-2025 culminate?
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Correct answer: D — Prime Minister's Rally on 27 January
PIB (Defence): the camp will culminate with the PM's Rally on 27 January 2025.
What was the theme of the third week of 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' held on 5 January 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Social campaign against drugs
PIB (Sports): the week's theme was a social campaign against drugs.
In which town of Gujarat did Mansukh Mandaviya lead the 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' ride on 5 January 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Upleta
PIB (Sports): Mandaviya led the ride in Upleta in his Porbandar constituency, with 150-plus riders covering 5 km.
In which year was the Fit India initiative launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi?
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Correct answer: D — 2019
PIB (Sports): PM Narendra Modi launched the 'Fit India' initiative in 2019 to promote a healthy and active lifestyle.
The new building of the Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI), whose foundation stone was laid on 5 January 2025, is located at which place in Delhi?
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Correct answer: A — Rohini
PIB (Ayush): the foundation stone was laid for the new CARI building at Rohini; the institute earlier functioned from rented premises in Punjabi Bagh.
In which year was the Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI) established?
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Correct answer: B — 1979
PIB (Ayush): CARI, established in 1979, has been a pioneer in clinical research in Ayurveda, especially preventive cardiology and NCDs.