World Current Affairs Quiz — All time
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Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, whose private papers were acquired by the National Archives of India in April 2025, served as President of India during:
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Correct answer: D — 2002–2007
Dr Kalam was the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007.
Consider the following: 1. The private paper collection of Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was acquired by the National Archives of India. 2. Dr Kalam was born on 15 October 1931 in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu. 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 Ministry of Culture release of 28 April 2025.
By how much did Tamil Nadu raise the dearness allowance of its employees, with effect from 1 January 2025, as announced on 28 April 2025?
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Correct answer: A — 2%
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced a 2% DA hike from 1 January 2025, on par with the Union government's hike.
Consider the following announcements made by the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister on 28 April 2025: 1. The earned leave surrender system will be restored from 1 October 2025. 2. The marriage advance for government employees will be ₹5 lakh irrespective of gender. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. EL surrender returns from 1 October 2025 (earlier than the Budget's 1 April 2026), and the marriage advance is ₹5 lakh for all.
Under Tamil Nadu's 28 April 2025 announcements, maternity leave of women government employees will henceforth be counted towards which period?
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Correct answer: D — Probation period
Maternity leave will be counted towards the probation period, protecting women employees' seniority and promotion.
Consider the following about the 5th Marine Fisheries Census (MFC 2025): 1. Its data-collection app VyAS-NAV was developed by ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute. 2. It will cover 1.2 million fisher households. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. VyAS-NAV was developed by ICAR-CMFRI, and MFC 2025 will cover 1.2 million fisher households.
Fisheries projects worth how much were inaugurated or had foundation stones laid at the Coastal States Fisheries Meet 2025 in Mumbai?
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Correct answer: D — ₹255 crore
Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh launched projects worth ₹255 crore at the meet.
The first-ever aqua insurance awarded at the Coastal States Fisheries Meet 2025 was given under which scheme?
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Correct answer: B — Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana
The first aqua insurance was awarded to beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana.
How many Aadhaar authentication transactions were carried out in 2024-25, as per MeitY's release of 28 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Over 2,707 crore
Aadhaar number holders carried out more than 2,707 crore authentication transactions in 2024-25.
Consider the following about Aadhaar usage in March 2025: 1. Face authentication transactions exceeded 15 crore. 2. e-KYC transactions totalled 246.75 crore. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. e-KYC transactions in March 2025 were 44.63 crore; 246.75 crore was the total number of authentication transactions.
Who administered the oath of office to Justice A. Rajasheker Reddy as Lokayukta of Telangana on 28 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Governor Jishnu Dev Varma
Governor Jishnu Dev Varma administered the oath at Raj Bhavan, Hyderabad.
Consider the following about the new Lokayukta of Telangana: 1. Justice A. Rajasheker Reddy is a former High Court judge. 2. He was sworn in at the Telangana Legislative Assembly. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The oath-taking ceremony was held at Raj Bhavan, Hyderabad.
How many Rafale-Marine aircraft are to be procured for the Indian Navy under the India–France IGA signed on 28 April 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 26
The IGA covers 26 Rafale-Marine aircraft: 22 single-seater and four twin-seater.
Consider the following about the India–France Rafale-Marine IGA of 28 April 2025: 1. It was signed by Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh and French Minister of Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu. 2. The signed copies were exchanged at South Block in the presence of the Chief of Defence Staff. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The signed copies were exchanged at Nausena Bhawan, New Delhi, in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh.
Of the 26 Rafale-Marine aircraft in the IGA signed on 28 April 2025, how many are twin-seaters?
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Correct answer: D — 4
The 26 aircraft comprise 22 single-seater and four twin-seater aircraft.
What nuclear power capacity target by 2047 was cited at the Power Ministry's Consultative Committee meeting on 28 April 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 100 GW
The Government has set a target of 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047.
Consider the following about India's nuclear power status as presented on 28 April 2025: 1. India operates 25 nuclear reactors with an installed capacity of 8,880 MW. 2. Eight reactors with a capacity of 7,000 MW are under construction. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The eight reactors under construction total 6,600 MW; ten reactors of 7,000 MW are in pre-project stages.
As presented at the Power Ministry's Consultative Committee on 28 April 2025, nuclear power contributes about what share of India's electricity generation?
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Correct answer: D — About 3%
India's 25 operating reactors (8,880 MW) contribute about 3% of the country's electricity generation.
Consider the following about the Vice-President's address on 27 April 2025: 1. It was delivered at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore. 2. He said India must move from food security to farmer prosperity. 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 Vice-President's Secretariat release.
What was the theme of the Vice-President's address at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University on 27 April 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Fostering Agri-Education, Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Viksit Bharat
The theme was 'Fostering Agri-Education, Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Viksit Bharat'.
In which year did the Government institute the Armed Forces Battle Casualties Welfare Fund, as cited by the Defence Ministry on 27 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 2020
The Government instituted the Armed Forces Battle Casualties Welfare Fund in 2020.
Consider the following about the Armed Forces Battle Casualties Welfare Fund (AFBCWF): 1. Its accounts are maintained by the Indian Army on behalf of the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare. 2. It provides immediate financial assistance to families of personnel who lose their lives or are grievously injured in active military operations. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct, as stated in the Ministry of Defence release of 27 April 2025.
Shri Shail Teli, cited in Mann Ki Baat on 27 April 2025 for growing apples in the plains, is from which district?
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Correct answer: B — Bagalkot
The PM said Shri Shail Teli, who lives in Bagalkot, Karnataka, has grown apples in the plains.
Which technique is being used to grow saffron in Wayanad, Kerala, as mentioned in Mann Ki Baat on 27 April 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Aeroponics
The PM said saffron in Wayanad is grown not in fields or soil but with the aeroponics technique.
Consider the following based on Mann Ki Baat of 27 April 2025: 1. Saffron cultivation has begun in the Sangla valley of Kinnaur. 2. Saffron in Wayanad is being grown in fields with soil. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. In Wayanad, saffron is grown without soil using aeroponics.
Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, whom Union Minister Jitendra Singh met in Udhampur on 27 April 2025, was to take over which Army command from 1 May 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Northern Command
Lt Gen Pratik Sharma was to take over as GoC Northern Command, Udhampur, from 1 May.
Consider the following about Union Minister Jitendra Singh's visit to Udhampur on 27 April 2025: 1. The media was allowed into the high-level security meeting. 2. He met Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, the incoming GoC Northern Command. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only 2 is correct. The media was not allowed into the high-level security meeting.
Consider the following about the 'Sachet' app mentioned in Mann Ki Baat on 27 April 2025: 1. It has been developed by the National Disaster Management Authority. 2. It provides information only in English and Hindi. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The PM said the NDMA-developed app also provides a lot of information in regional languages.
As per Mann Ki Baat of 27 April 2025, how many trees were planted across India in one year under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign?
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Correct answer: C — More than 140 crore
The PM said more than 140 crore trees had been planted in one year under the campaign.
Consider the following based on Mann Ki Baat of 27 April 2025: 1. More than 70 lakh trees have been planted in Ahmedabad in the last few years. 2. The 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign completes one year on 21 June. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The campaign completes one year on World Environment Day, 5 June.
Who wrote the book 'Satyagraha in Champaran', recommended by the PM in Mann Ki Baat on 27 April 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Dr Rajendra Prasad
The PM said Dr Rajendra Prasad, the first President after Independence, contributed to the Satyagraha and wrote 'Satyagraha in Champaran'.
Consider the following based on Mann Ki Baat of 27 April 2025: 1. Babu Veer Kunwar Singh was a hero of the 1857 revolution. 2. 10 May marks the anniversary of the first freedom struggle. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct, as mentioned by the PM.
In which year did Gandhiji reach Champaran in Bihar, as recalled in Mann Ki Baat on 27 April 2025?
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Correct answer: D — 1917
The PM recalled that Gandhiji reached Champaran in Bihar in 1917.
On which date was the death anniversary of Babu Veer Kunwar Singh observed, as mentioned in Mann Ki Baat on 27 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 26 April
The PM said the death anniversary of Babu Veer Kunwar Singh was observed on 26 April.
How many UDAN routes had been operationalised, as per the Civil Aviation Ministry's backgrounder marking 8 years of the scheme's first flight?
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Correct answer: A — 625
625 UDAN routes have been operationalised, connecting 90 airports.
Consider the following about the UDAN scheme: 1. It was launched on 21 October 2016. 2. India's airports grew from 74 in 2014 to 159 in 2024. 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 Civil Aviation Ministry backgrounder.
The 90 airports connected under UDAN, as per the Civil Aviation Ministry backgrounder of April 2025, include how many heliports?
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Correct answer: D — 15
The 90 airports connected under UDAN include 2 water aerodromes and 15 heliports.
Under the Vaccine Maitri initiative, India provided nearly how many vaccine doses, as stated by Piyush Goyal at the WHS Regional Meeting Asia on 27 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 300 million
India provided nearly 300 million vaccine doses to less developed and vulnerable countries under Vaccine Maitri.
Consider the following about the World Health Summit Regional Meeting Asia 2025: 1. It was the first WHS Regional Meeting held in Asia. 2. It was held at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The meeting was held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
As stated at the WHS Regional Meeting Asia on 27 April 2025, more than how many people are now eligible for free healthcare under Ayushman Bharat?
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Correct answer: D — 620 million
Piyush Goyal said more than 620 million people are now eligible for free healthcare under Ayushman Bharat.
According to PM Modi in Mann Ki Baat (27 April 2025), how many space startups are now working in India, compared with only one company 10 years ago?
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Correct answer: B — More than 325
The PM said there was only one company 10 years ago and today there are more than 325 space startups.
Consider the following based on Mann Ki Baat of 27 April 2025: 1. April 2025 marks 50 years of the launch of the Aryabhatta satellite. 2. Dr K. Kasturirangan played a major role in formulating the National Education Policy. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct, as stated by the PM in the 121st episode.
Consider the following about India's assistance mentioned in Mann Ki Baat of 27 April 2025: 1. Operation Brahma was launched to help Nepal. 2. India recently sent a large quantity of vaccine for the people of Afghanistan. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only 2 is correct. Operation Brahma was for earthquake-hit Myanmar; Nepal was sent medicines and vaccines on its request.
What coal gasification target by 2030 was cited by Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy at India Steel 2025 in Mumbai?
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Correct answer: A — 100 million tonnes
He said coal gasification is being promoted with a target of 100 MT by 2030.
Which edition of India Steel, the biennial international exhibition-cum-conference, was held in Mumbai on 26 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 6th
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy addressed the 6th edition of India Steel in Mumbai.
Consider the following about IOS SAGAR's deployment in April 2025: 1. It made a port call at Port Louis, Mauritius, from 26 to 28 April 2025. 2. On departure, it was to undertake a joint EEZ surveillance with the Mauritius Coast Guard. 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 Defence Ministry release of 29 April 2025.
Which surgery did Army Hospital (R&R), New Delhi, perform using a 3D microscope for the first time in the Armed Forces (April 2025)?
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Correct answer: C — Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery
The Department of Ophthalmology performed minimally invasive glaucoma surgery using a 3D microscope.
Consider the following about the 3D microscope introduced at Army Hospital (R&R): 1. Its use for this surgery was described as a first in the world. 2. The system uses special 3D polarisation glasses and a 55-inch 4K ultra-HD display. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only 2 is correct. The release described it as a first and unique milestone for the Armed Forces, not the world.
How many finalists were selected nationwide for the WAVES 2025 Animation Filmmaker Competition, as per PIB Bhubaneswar on 26 April 2025?
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Correct answer: D — 42
42 finalists were selected from across the country for the Animation Filmmaker Competition.
Consider the following about the two Odisha finalists of the WAVES 2025 Animation Filmmaker Competition: 1. Both are students of NID Ahmedabad. 2. Bhagyashree Satpathy is from Jajpur. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. Bhagyashree Satpathy (Jajpur) and Rishav Mohanty (Bhubaneswar) both study at NID Ahmedabad.
Consider the following about the Regional Power Conference with North Eastern States on 26 April 2025: 1. It was held in Gangtok in the presence of Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang. 2. Union Minister Manohar Lal said government establishments should be prioritised for pre-paid smart metering. 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 Ministry of Power release.
What was the theme of World Veterinary Day 2025, as highlighted at the national workshop in New Delhi on 26 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Animal Health Takes a Team
The theme highlighted was 'Animal Health Takes a Team'.
As per the Animal Husbandry Department's release of 26 April 2025, India's livestock population is over:
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Correct answer: D — 536 million
India is home to over 536 million livestock, the largest in the world.
How many appointment letters were distributed at the 15th tranche of the Rozgar Mela on 26 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Over 51,000
PM Modi distributed over 51,000 appointment letters at the 15th Rozgar Mela.
At how many locations was the 15th tranche of the Rozgar Mela held on 26 April 2025?
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Correct answer: D — 47
The 15th Rozgar Mela was held simultaneously at 47 locations nationwide.
Consider the following about the Rozgar Mela of 26 April 2025: 1. The PM gave the new recruits the mantra 'Nagarik Parmo Dharma'. 2. The initiative has so far facilitated the onboarding of more than ten lakh young professionals. 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 Finance Ministry release.
Consider the following about the DGCA directive to airlines of 26 April 2025: 1. It is mandatory, and non-compliance may attract action under the Civil Aviation Requirements. 2. It is valid for 30 days only. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The directive is effective immediately and remains in force until further notice.
Consider the following about the DGCA's passenger handling directive of 26 April 2025: 1. Airlines must revise catering based on the scheduled (not actual) block time. 2. The directive applies only to international carriers of foreign origin. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Neither is correct. Catering is to be revised based on the actual block time, and the directive applies to all airline operators.
From which centre were the 20 red-crowned roofed turtles transferred for release into the Haiderpur Wetland on 26 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Garhaita Turtle Conservation Centre
The turtles were transferred from the Garhaita Turtle Conservation Centre, under the supervision of the National Chambal Sanctuary, UP.
Consider the following about the red-crowned roofed turtle release of 26 April 2025: 1. It is the first attempt at reintroducing this species into the Ganga. 2. All the turtles were released downstream in the main channel of the Ganga. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The turtles were released in two groups — one above the Haiderpur barrage and one downstream in the main channel.
How many red-crowned roofed turtles were released into the Haiderpur Wetland on 26 April 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 20
On 26 April 2025, 20 turtles were transferred and released into the Haiderpur Wetland.
Consider the following about SRFTI's film 'A Doll Made Up of Clay': 1. It was selected in the La Cinef section of the 78th Festival de Cannes. 2. It was directed by a Nigerian student of SRFTI. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The film was directed by Kokob Gebrehaweria Tesfay, an Ethiopian student; its story is about a Nigerian athlete.
What is the running time of SRFTI's Cannes-selected film 'A Doll Made Up of Clay'?
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Correct answer: B — 23 minutes
It is a 23-minute experimental film.
'A Doll Made Up of Clay' was selected for which edition of the Festival de Cannes?
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Correct answer: D — 78th
The film was selected in the La Cinef section of the 78th Festival de Cannes 2025.
Consider the following about India's representation at Pope Francis's funeral on 26 April 2025: 1. President Droupadi Murmu attended the funeral Mass at Saint Peter's Square, Vatican City. 2. Kiren Rijiju and George Kurian were part of the official Indian delegation. 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 of 26 April 2025.
Which position does Joshua De Souza, part of India's official delegation at Pope Francis's funeral on 26 April 2025, hold?
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Correct answer: A — Deputy Speaker of the Goa Legislative Assembly
Joshua De Souza is the Deputy Speaker of the Goa Legislative Assembly.
Consider the following about the event of 26 April 2025 at which ECMS guidelines were launched: 1. Sarvam AI was selected to build India's first indigenous AI foundational model. 2. ECMS was described as a vertical scheme limited to mobile phone manufacturing. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The minister described ECMS as a horizontal scheme supporting electronics as well as industrial, power and automobile sectors.
According to Ashwini Vaishnaw on 26 April 2025, how many datasets had been uploaded on AI Kosh?
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Correct answer: D — 350
The minister said 350 datasets had already been uploaded on AI Kosh.
What is the theme of World Malaria Day 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Malaria Ends With Us: Reinvest, Reimagine, Reignite
The theme for World Malaria Day 2025 is 'Malaria Ends With Us: Reinvest, Reimagine, Reignite'.
Consider the following, as stated by the Health Ministry on World Malaria Day 2025: 1. India exited the WHO's High Burden to High Impact (HBHI) group in 2024. 2. India aims to achieve full elimination of malaria by 2027. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. India aims for zero indigenous cases by 2027 and full elimination by 2030.
How many high-burden districts does the Intensified Malaria Elimination Project (IMEP)-3 target?
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Correct answer: C — 159
IMEP-3 targets 159 high-burden districts; 122 districts reported zero malaria cases in 2023.