Gujarat Current Affairs Quiz — All time
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
The ADB loan for the Indore Metro Rail Project signed in November 2025 is denominated in which currency?
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Correct answer: C — Japanese yen
The Indore Metro Rail loan is ¥27,147,200,000, equivalent to about $190.6 million.
The Sustainable Wetland and Integrated Fisheries Transformation (SWIFT) Project, for which ADB signed a $1 million TA grant in November 2025, is in which state?
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Correct answer: D — Assam
The $1 million Technical Assistance grant is for the upcoming SWIFT Project in Assam.
Which Indian city was declared the host city of the 2030 Commonwealth Games on 26 November 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Ahmedabad
Amdavad (Ahmedabad), Gujarat, was declared host city of the 2030 Commonwealth Games at the CGF General Assembly in Glasgow.
The decision to award the 2030 Commonwealth Games to India was taken at the CGF General Assembly held in:
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Correct answer: A — Glasgow
The declaration was made during the Commonwealth Games Federation General Assembly in Glasgow on 26 November 2025.
Consider the following statements: 1. The 2030 Commonwealth Games will be the centenary edition of the Games. 2. India last hosted the Commonwealth Games in 2010 in New Delhi, winning 101 medals. 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 PIB: 2030 marks the 100th year of the Games, and India won 101 medals including 38 gold at the 2010 Delhi CWG.
The Badlapur–Karjat 3rd and 4th line approved by the CCEA in November 2025 is part of which corridor?
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Correct answer: A — Mumbai suburban corridor
The Badlapur–Karjat section forms part of the Mumbai suburban corridor.
The 141-km doubling project approved by the CCEA on 26 November 2025 links Kanalus with which place in Gujarat?
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Correct answer: D — Okha (Devbhumi Dwarka)
The project is the Devbhumi Dwarka (Okha)–Kanalus doubling of 141 km.
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.
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.
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.
Where did PM Modi address the Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas programme on 15 November 2025, marking Birsa Munda's 150th birth anniversary?
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Correct answer: B — Dediapada, Gujarat
PM Modi addressed the programme at Dediapada in Narmada district, Gujarat.
Projects worth how much were inaugurated and had foundation stones laid by PM Modi at Dediapada on Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Over ₹9,700 crore
The projects were worth over ₹9,700 crore. ₹18,000 crore is the allocation for EMRSs over five to six years that the PM mentioned.
Consider the following statements: 1. The birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda has been officially commemorated as Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas since 2021. 2. The PM-JANMAN scheme was launched from Dediapada in Gujarat. 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 PM said PM-JANMAN was launched from Khunti in Jharkhand.
The Shri Govind Guru Chair for tribal language promotion, inaugurated on Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas 2025, has been established at:
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Correct answer: C — Birsa Munda Tribal University
The PM said the Shri Govind Guru Chair has been established at the Birsa Munda Tribal University.
What is the approximate length of the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail corridor reviewed by PM Modi in November 2025?
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Correct answer: C — ~508 km
The MAHSR corridor spans about 508 km; 352 km of it lies in Gujarat and Dadra & Nagar Haveli.
Roughly what share of the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail route is on viaducts?
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Correct answer: D — About 85%
465 km, about 85% of the route, is on viaducts.
Consider the following statements about the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail corridor: 1. About 156 km of the corridor lies in Maharashtra. 2. The Surat–Bilimora section of about 47 km is at an advanced stage, with civil works and track-bed laying completed. 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 PIB's release on the PM's Surat visit.
What is the enumeration phase of Phase II of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls?
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Correct answer: B — 4 November – 4 December 2025
The enumeration phase runs from 4 November to 4 December 2025.
How many States and Union Territories are covered under Phase II of the SIR of electoral rolls?
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Correct answer: C — 12
Phase II covers 12 States/UTs, from Andaman & Nicobar to West Bengal.
Approximately how many electors (as on 27 October 2025) are covered under Phase II of the SIR?
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Correct answer: D — 50.99 crore
The ECI bulletin lists 50,99,72,687 electors across the 12 States/UTs.
Which service was the lead service for Tri-Services Exercise 2025 'Trishul'?
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Correct answer: C — Indian Navy
TSE-2025 'Trishul' was conducted by the Indian Navy as the lead service, jointly with the Army and the IAF.
Which naval command led Exercise Trishul 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Western Naval Command
The exercise was led by the Western Naval Command, with the Army's Southern Command and the IAF's South Western Air Command.
Under which model is the Centre setting up 100 new Sainik Schools, including the Motibhai R. Chaudhary Sagar Sainik School in Gujarat?
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Correct answer: A — Public-Private Partnership
Amit Shah said 100 new Sainik Schools are being set up under the PPP model, and the Mehsana school is one of them.
The Sagar Organic Plant inaugurated by Amit Shah on 13 November 2025 is run by which dairy?
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Correct answer: C — Doodhsagar Dairy
Both projects are linked to Doodhsagar Dairy, which Shah said has a turnover of ₹8,000 crore.
Which state won first prize in the Best State category of the 6th National Water Awards announced in November 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Maharashtra
Maharashtra was first, Gujarat second and Haryana third in the Best State category.
In how many categories were the 6th National Water Awards given?
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Correct answer: D — 10
The 46 winners of the 6th National Water Awards were chosen across 10 categories.
Consider the following statements about the 6th National Water Awards: 1. Haryana secured third position in the Best State category. 2. The awards are for the year 2025. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Haryana was third in the Best State category. The 6th National Water Awards are for the year 2024, not 2025.
Where did the Indian Coast Guard hold the 23rd National Maritime Search and Rescue Board meeting in November 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Gandhinagar
The 23rd NMSAR Board meeting was held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, on 10 November 2025.
Who is the chairperson of the National Maritime Search and Rescue (NMSAR) Board, as stated at its 23rd meeting?
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Correct answer: A — Director General, Indian Coast Guard
The ICG release says Director General S. Paramesh, DG ICG, is the chairperson of the NMSAR Board and presided over the meeting.
C-DOT signed an MoU in November 2025 to set up a Centre of Excellence for telecom and cyber security at which institute?
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Correct answer: C — IIT Gandhinagar
C-DOT signed the MoU with IIT Gandhinagar to set up the Centre of Excellence.
The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) is the R&D centre of which department?
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Correct answer: D — Department of Telecommunications
C-DOT is the premier R&D centre of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications.
Phase II of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, which began on 4 November 2025, covers how many States and Union Territories?
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Correct answer: B — 9 States and 3 UTs
SIR Phase II covers 9 States and 3 UTs (Andaman and Nicobar, Lakshadweep and Puducherry).
Consider the following statements about SIR Phase II (November 2025): 1. The Election Commission ordered it under Article 324 of the Constitution and Section 21 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950. 2. Its enumeration period runs until 4 December 2025. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
ECI ordered the SIR under Article 324 and Section 21 of the RP Act, 1950, and the enumeration period runs from 4 November to 4 December 2025.
Approximately how many electors are covered by Phase II of the Special Intensive Revision that began in November 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 51 crore
Phase II covers nearly 51 crore electors across 321 districts and 1,843 Assembly constituencies.
Which of the following is NOT among the States/UTs covered by SIR Phase II, which began on 4 November 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Assam
Phase II covers Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Andaman and Nicobar, Lakshadweep and Puducherry; Assam is not in the list.
Under which operation did the DRI bust a clandestine alprazolam factory in Valsad, Gujarat, on 4 November 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Operation White Cauldron
The raid was part of the operation codenamed 'Operation White Cauldron'.
Which psychotropic substance was being produced at the Valsad factory busted by the DRI in November 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Alprazolam
The factory was producing alprazolam, a psychotropic substance under the NDPS Act, 1985.
Which Indian cooperative ranked first in the World Cooperative Monitor 2025 ranking by turnover relative to GDP per capita?
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Correct answer: B — Amul (Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation)
Amul (GCMMF) ranked first and IFFCO second in the turnover-over-GDP-per-capita ranking of the World Cooperative Monitor 2025.
On what basis did Amul and IFFCO top the World Cooperative Monitor 2025 list?
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Correct answer: A — Turnover relative to GDP per capita
The ICA said that by turnover relative to GDP per capita, India's Amul and IFFCO top the global list; the leading organisations by absolute turnover include Groupe Crédit Agricole and State Farm.
The World Cooperative Monitor 2025, released in Doha on 3 November 2025, was prepared by the International Cooperative Alliance in collaboration with which body?
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Correct answer: D — EURICSE
The ICA released the report in collaboration with the European Research Institute on Cooperative and Social Enterprises (EURICSE).
The 2025 edition of the World Cooperative Monitor was described by the ICA as a special report marking which observance?
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Correct answer: C — UN International Year of Cooperatives
The ICA called the 2025 World Cooperative Monitor a special report marking the UN International Year of Cooperatives.
Where did NITI Aayog unveil 'Reimagining Agriculture: A Roadmap for Frontier Technology Led Transformation' on 3 November 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Gandhinagar
The roadmap was unveiled in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, in the presence of CM Bhupendra Patel.
Which unit of NITI Aayog released the 'Reimagining Agriculture' roadmap in November 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Frontier Tech Hub
NITI Aayog's Frontier Tech Hub unveiled the roadmap.
Consider the following statements about Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2025: 1. It marked the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. 2. The Prime Minister recalled that Sardar Patel integrated over 550 princely states after Independence. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: the 31 October 2025 celebrations at Kevadia marked Patel's 150th birth anniversary, and the PM recalled the integration of over 550 princely states.
In which year did the Government of India decide to observe Sardar Patel's birth anniversary as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas every year?
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Correct answer: A — 2014
The Ministry of Home Affairs announced in October 2014 that 31 October would be observed every year as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas.
What is the height of the Statue of Unity at Kevadia, dedicated to the nation on 31 October 2018?
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Correct answer: D — 182 metres
The 182-metre statue of Sardar Patel was dedicated to the nation on his birth anniversary in 2018 at Kevadiya, Narmada district.
The BSF marching contingent at the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2025 parade was made up exclusively of:
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Correct answer: B — Indian breed dogs such as Rampur and Mudhol Hounds
A key attraction was a BSF marching contingent comprising only Indian breed dogs such as Rampur Hounds and Mudhol Hounds.
In the 127th episode of Mann Ki Baat, the PM mentioned 'Garbage Cafes' where people get a meal in exchange for plastic waste. In which city are they run?
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Correct answer: C — Ambikapur
The PM said Garbage Cafes are being run in Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh: 1 kg of plastic gets lunch or dinner, half a kg gets breakfast.
According to Mann Ki Baat (26 October 2025), mangroves have spread over about 3,500 hectares on the Dholera coast in five years. Dholera is in which state?
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Correct answer: D — Gujarat
The PM said Gujarat's Forest Department planted mangroves near Dholera near Ahmedabad; a Mangrove Learning Centre has also been set up at Kori Creek, Kutch.
As stated in Mann Ki Baat (October 2025), from which date does India enter the 150th year of the national song 'Vande Mataram'?
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Correct answer: B — 7 November 2025
The PM said that on 7 November India will enter the 150th year of 'Vande Mataram'; Tagore first sang it in 1896.
Koraput coffee, praised by the PM in the 127th Mann Ki Baat, is grown in which state?
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Correct answer: A — Odisha
The PM said people from Odisha had written to him about Koraput coffee and praised its taste.
In October 2025, how much did Gujarat receive as the second instalment of XV Finance Commission untied grants for 2024–25?
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Correct answer: B — ₹522.20 crore
PIB: Gujarat received ₹522.20 crore as the 2nd instalment of untied grants for 2024–25; ₹195.13 crore went to Haryana and ₹13.60 crore was a withheld first-instalment portion for Gujarat.
Consider the following statements about the release of XV Finance Commission grants to Panchayati Raj Institutions: 1. The Ministry of Panchayati Raj and the Ministry of Jal Shakti recommend the release, and the Ministry of Finance releases the grants. 2. The grants are recommended and released in two instalments in a financial year. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. PIB: MoPR and the Ministry of Jal Shakti (DDWS) recommend release of XV FC grants, which are then released by the Ministry of Finance in two instalments in a financial year.
Under 'Operation Fire Trail' (October 2025), the DRI seized smuggled Chinese firecrackers at which port?
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Correct answer: D — Nhava Sheva
PIB: DRI officers intercepted a 40-foot container from China at Nhava Sheva port carrying 46,640 pieces of concealed firecrackers.
In the Operation Fire Trail case, the container carrying firecrackers had been declared as carrying which goods?
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Correct answer: A — Leggings
PIB: the container, destined for ICD Ankleshwar, was declared as carrying 'leggings'; the firecrackers were hidden behind a layer of garments.
Consider the following statements about the import of firecrackers into India, as stated by the DRI in October 2025: 1. Import of firecrackers is 'Restricted' under the ITC (HS) classification of the Foreign Trade Policy. 2. It requires licences from both the DGFT and PESO under the Explosives Rules, 2008. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. PIB: firecracker import is 'Restricted' under ITC (HS) and requires valid licences from both DGFT and PESO under the Explosives Rules, 2008.
Under the Notaries (Amendment) Rules, 2025, the maximum number of notaries in which state was raised from 2,900 to 6,000?
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Correct answer: B — Gujarat
PIB: for Gujarat the figure 2,900 was replaced by 6,000; Tamil Nadu went from 2,500 to 3,500 and Rajasthan from 2,000 to 3,000.
The Notaries (Amendment) Rules, 2025 were made under which provision?
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Correct answer: D — Section 15 of the Notaries Act, 1952
PIB: the rules were notified in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 15 of the Notaries Act, 1952, amending the Notaries Rules, 1956.
Consider the following statements about the Notaries (Amendment) Rules, 2025: 1. The maximum number of notaries in Nagaland was doubled. 2. Tamil Nadu's limit was raised by 1,000. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. PIB: Nagaland went from 200 to 400 (doubled) and Tamil Nadu from 2,500 to 3,500 (an increase of 1,000).
Which State is ranked first in Category A of the State Mining Readiness Index released by the Ministry of Mines in October 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Madhya Pradesh
PIB: the top three in Category A are Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Gujarat.
Which States are the top three in Category C of the State Mining Readiness Index?
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Correct answer: B — Punjab, Uttarakhand and Tripura
PIB: in Category C, the top three ranks were obtained by Punjab, Uttarakhand and Tripura; Goa, Uttar Pradesh and Assam top Category B.
Consider the following statements about the State Mining Readiness Index (SMRI): 1. Its release fulfils an announcement made in the Union Budget 2025-26. 2. Its indicators pertain mainly to coal and lignite blocks. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. PIB: SMRI fulfils the Union Budget 2025-26 announcement; its indicators — auction performance, early mine operationalisation, exploration and sustainable mining — pertain to non-coal minerals.
Which Indian city was recommended in October 2025 by Commonwealth Sport's Executive Board as the proposed host of the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games?
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Correct answer: B — Ahmedabad
PIB: the Executive Board of Commonwealth Sport confirmed it will recommend Ahmedabad, India, as the proposed host city for the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games.
On what date was the recommendation of Ahmedabad for the 2030 Commonwealth Games to be placed before the General Assembly of Commonwealth Sport?
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Correct answer: D — 26 November 2025
PIB: the recommendation shall be placed before the General Assembly of Commonwealth Sport to be held on 26 November 2025.
Consider the following statements: 1. The 2030 Commonwealth Games will coincide with 100 years of the Commonwealth Sport movement, which has 74 member nations and territories. 2. India finished third on the medal table at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. PIB: the 2030 Games mark the centenary of the Commonwealth Sport movement of 74 member nations and territories; India finished fourth on the medal table at Birmingham 2022.
What is the motto of the Railway Protection Force (RPF), as cited at its Raising Day Parade in Valsad in October 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Yasho Labhaswa
PIB: the RPF works towards its motto 'Yasho Labhaswa' or 'Attain Glory'.
The first livestock IVF laboratory in the North-Eastern Region, inaugurated in October 2025, is located in which city?
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Correct answer: C — Guwahati
PIB: the first IVF Laboratory in the North-Eastern Region was established in Guwahati, Assam, under the Rashtriya Gokul Mission.
Under which scheme was the North-East's first livestock IVF laboratory set up at a cost of ₹28.93 crore?
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Correct answer: A — Rashtriya Gokul Mission
PIB: the IVF Laboratory in Guwahati was established under the Rashtriya Gokul Mission (RGM) with an investment of ₹28.93 crore.
What was the total value of livestock and dairy projects inaugurated in New Delhi on 11 October 2025 alongside the launch of PM-DDKY?
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Correct answer: B — ₹947 crore
PIB: projects worth ₹947 crore were inaugurated and a foundation stone was laid for an additional project worth ₹219 crore; ₹303.81 crore was the value of 10 AHIDF projects within the package.
President Droupadi Murmu graced which convocation of Gujarat Vidyapith, Ahmedabad, on 11 October 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 71st
PIB: the President graced the 71st convocation ceremony of Gujarat Vidyapith at Ahmedabad on 11 October 2025.
Which port in Tamil Nadu was recognised as a Green Hydrogen Hub under the National Green Hydrogen Mission in October 2025?
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Correct answer: C — V.O. Chidambaranar Port
PIB: MNRE recognised Deendayal (Gujarat), V.O. Chidambaranar (Tamil Nadu) and Paradip (Odisha) port authorities as Green Hydrogen Hubs.
Consider the following statements about the recognition of Green Hydrogen Hubs (October 2025): 1. Under Component B2 of the guidelines, MNRE provides direct financial assistance to the recognised hubs. 2. The revised guidelines for Hydrogen Valley Innovation Clusters and Green Hydrogen Hubs were issued on 27 June 2025. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only 2 is correct. PIB: under Component B2, MNRE may recognise hubs without direct financial assistance, enabling access to benefits under other schemes; the revised guidelines were issued on 27 June 2025.
The design of the Sabarmati HSR station, terminal of the Mumbai–Ahmedabad bullet train corridor, is inspired by:
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Correct answer: D — Mahatma Gandhi's charkha at Sabarmati Ashram
PIB: the Sabarmati HSR station is inspired by Mahatma Gandhi's charkha at Sabarmati Ashram; the Dandi March appears as a mural on the multimodal hub.
Consider the following statements about the Mumbai–Ahmedabad bullet train project (October 2025): 1. The Sabarmati rolling stock depot, spread over 84 hectares, is the largest of the three depots. 2. Of the 508 km corridor, 400 km of viaduct has been completed. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. PIB: the 84-hectare Sabarmati depot is the largest of three depots; 325 km of viaduct (and 400 km of pier work) has been completed — not 400 km of viaduct.