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For how long did DRDL ground-test an Active Cooled Scramjet Subscale Combustor on 25 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Over 1,000 seconds
DRDL conducted the ground test for more than 1,000 seconds; the earlier test in January 2025 was for 120 seconds.
Which laboratory conducted the long-duration scramjet combustor ground test in Hyderabad on 25 April 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL)
The test was conducted by the Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), a Hyderabad-based DRDO lab.
Consider the following about DRDO's scramjet test of 25 April 2025: 1. Hypersonic cruise missiles travel at more than five times the speed of sound (over 6,100 km/h). 2. The test was conducted at the Scramjet Connect Test Facility in Hyderabad. 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 Defence release.
Dr. K. Kasturirangan, whose passing the Prime Minister condoled on 25 April 2025, is remembered for his efforts during the drafting of which policy?
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Correct answer: B — National Education Policy
The PM said India will always be grateful to Dr. Kasturirangan for his efforts during the drafting of the National Education Policy (NEP).
Consider the following about the Prime Minister's tribute to Dr. K. Kasturirangan on 25 April 2025: 1. The PM said he served ISRO with great diligence, steering India's space programme to new heights. 2. The PM credited him with drafting the National Strategy for AI. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The PM credited him for his efforts on the National Education Policy, not the National Strategy for AI.
Who led the Indian delegation at the 11th BRICS Labour and Employment Ministers' Meeting in Brasília on 25 April 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Shobha Karandlaje
Minister of State for Labour and Employment Shobha Karandlaje led the Indian delegation.
Under which slogan was the 11th BRICS Labour and Employment Ministers' Meeting convened?
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Correct answer: B — Strengthening the Cooperation of the Global South for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance
The meeting was convened under the slogan 'Strengthening the Cooperation of the Global South for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance'; 'Technology for Empowerment, Not Exclusion' is the PM's vision cited by India.
Consider the following about the BRICS Labour and Employment Ministers' Meeting of 25 April 2025: 1. It was the 11th such meeting and was held under Brazil's presidency. 2. It was held in 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 in Brasília.
With how many organisations did NIELIT sign MoUs at Electronics Niketan on 25 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 8
NIELIT signed MoUs with eight organisations.
Which of the following was NOT among the organisations that signed MoUs with NIELIT on 25 April 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Swiggy Instamart
Swiggy Instamart signed an MoU with the Ministry of Cooperation that day, not with NIELIT; the other three are NIELIT partners.
How many member cities does the River Cities Alliance currently have, as per the NMCG release of 25 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 145
The River Cities Alliance currently has 145 member cities.
Consider the following about the River Cities Alliance: 1. It was launched in 2023. 2. It is led by the Ministry of Jal Shakti and the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Neither is correct. The RCA was launched in 2021 and is led by the Ministry of Jal Shakti and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
How many awards did Akashvani win at the India Audio Summit and Awards 2025 in Mumbai?
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Correct answer: D — Six
Akashvani won a total of six awards at IASA 2025.
Which Akashvani programme was named Series of the Year on radio at IASA 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Nai Soch Nai Kahani – A Radio Journey with Smriti Irani
'Nai Soch Nai Kahani – A Radio Journey with Smriti Irani' was named Series of the Year on radio.
How many Land Customs Stations are there along the India–Bhutan border, as per the CBIC release on the 6th JGC meeting?
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Correct answer: C — 10
There are 10 Land Customs Stations along the India–Bhutan border: 6 in West Bengal and 4 in Assam.
Consider the following about the 6th India–Bhutan Joint Group of Customs meeting: 1. It was co-chaired by Surjit Bhujabal, Special Secretary and Member (Customs), CBIC. 2. India accounts for about 80% of Bhutan's overall trade. 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 MoU signed on 25 April 2025: 1. It was signed between the Ministry of Cooperation and Swiggy Instamart. 2. A dedicated 'Cooperative' category will be created on Swiggy's platform. 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 Cooperation release.
According to its release on the Swiggy Instamart MoU, the Ministry of Cooperation has taken more than how many initiatives for cooperatives?
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Correct answer: B — 60
The Ministry of Cooperation has taken more than 60 initiatives to strengthen the cooperative sector.
Where was DARPG's 5th National Workshop on 'Sevottam and Effective Redressal of Public Grievances' held on 25 April 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Institute of Management in Government, Thiruvananthapuram
The workshop was held at the Institute of Management in Government (IMG), Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
Consider the following about the Sevottam workshop of 25 April 2025: 1. It was the 3rd National Workshop on Sevottam. 2. It was organised by the Ministry of Cooperation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Neither is correct. It was the 5th National Workshop, organised by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG).
Where did APEDA and the Government of Odisha hold the programme to boost agri exports from Odisha on 25 April 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology, Bhubaneswar
The programme was held at Dr. M.S. Swaminathan Hall, OUAT, Bhubaneswar.
Consider the following about the APEDA–Odisha programme of 25 April 2025: 1. Deputy Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo was the chief guest. 2. One technical session addressed organic exports under the revised National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP). 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 Commerce Ministry release.
Projects worth how much did the PM launch in Madhubani, Bihar, on National Panchayati Raj Day 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Over ₹13,480 crore
The PM launched projects worth over ₹13,480 crore; ₹2 lakh crore is what Panchayats received over the decade.
Between which two places did the PM announce the Namo Bharat Rapid Rail service at Madhubani on 24 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Patna and Jaynagar
The Namo Bharat Rapid Rail service runs between Patna and Jaynagar; the Amrit Bharat train runs between Saharsa and Mumbai.
Consider the following about the PM's Madhubani programme of 24 April 2025: 1. The PM paid tribute to Ramdhari Singh Dinkar on his death anniversary. 2. An Amrit Bharat train service between Saharsa and Mumbai was launched. 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 PMO release.
How many districts reported zero measles cases during January–March 2025, as stated at the launch of the MR elimination campaign?
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Correct answer: C — 332
332 districts reported zero measles cases and 487 districts zero rubella cases in January–March 2025.
Consider the following about the National Zero Measles-Rubella Elimination Campaign 2025-26: 1. It was launched on the first day of World Immunization Week (24–30 April). 2. India's MR vaccination coverage for the second dose is 93.7%, as per 2024-25 HMIS data. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. Second-dose coverage is 92.2%; 93.7% is the first-dose coverage.
By which year does India aim to eliminate measles and rubella, as per the Health Ministry release of 24 April 2025?
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Correct answer: A — 2026
The campaign marks a step towards India's goal of eliminating measles and rubella by 2026.
How much cargo moved on India's inland waterways in FY 2024-25, a record?
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Correct answer: D — 145.5 million tonnes
Inland waterways moved a record 145.5 million tonnes in FY 2024-25, up from 18.1 million tonnes in FY 2013-14.
Consider the following about India's inland waterways: 1. The number of National Waterways increased from 5 to 111. 2. The Jalvahak Scheme offers cargo owners a 35% operating cost incentive. 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 Ports, Shipping and Waterways Ministry release.
India aims to raise the modal share of inland water transport from 2% to what level?
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Correct answer: B — 5%
India aims to increase the modal share of inland water transport from 2% to 5%.
Consider the following about the State Mourning for Pope Francis announced by the Government of India: 1. A total of two days of State Mourning was announced. 2. On 26 April 2025, the National Flag was to be flown at half-mast and there was to be no official entertainment. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only 2 is correct. A three-day State Mourning was announced: 22 and 23 April, and 26 April 2025.
On which two days was State Mourning observed after the passing of Pope Francis, before the one day on his funeral?
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Correct answer: D — 22 and 23 April 2025
Two days of State Mourning were observed on 22 and 23 April 2025.
With which institution was the first-in-human gene therapy trial for haemophilia, reviewed at BRIC-inStem, conducted?
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Correct answer: D — CMC Vellore
The first-in-human gene therapy trial for haemophilia was conducted with CMC Vellore.
According to Dr. Jitendra Singh, what was the size of India's biotechnology sector in 2024?
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Correct answer: B — $165.7 billion
India's biotechnology sector reached $165.7 billion in 2024; $300 billion is the 2030 vision.
A Swap Kidney Transplant, first performed at AIIMS Raipur as announced on 24 April 2025, is also known as:
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Correct answer: B — Kidney Paired Transplant
A Swap Kidney Transplant is also known as a Kidney Paired Transplant (KPT).
Consider the following about AIIMS Raipur's first swap kidney transplant: 1. AIIMS Raipur became the first government hospital in Chhattisgarh to carry out the procedure. 2. NOTTO has recommended swap donor transplantation to all States and Union Territories. 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 Health Ministry release.
Consider the following about the Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) project: 1. Contracts for eleven NGOPVs were concluded on 30 March 2023. 2. Goa Shipyard Ltd is building four NGOPVs and GRSE seven. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. Goa Shipyard Ltd (lead shipyard) is building seven and GRSE (follow shipyard) four.
What is the approximate tonnage of the Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels?
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Correct answer: D — 3,000 tonnes
The NGOPVs have an approximate tonnage of 3,000 tonnes.
Under which brand does National Cooperative Organics Limited (NCOL) promote and distribute organic products?
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Correct answer: C — Bharat Organics
NCOL promotes and distributes organic products under the brand 'Bharat Organics'; NAFED and NCCF are promoter members and Mother Dairy is a sales channel.
Where is the NCOL packaging facility inaugurated on 24 April 2025 located?
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Correct answer: D — Noida
The NCOL packaging facility is in Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
To what level has the Ministry of Coal reduced the floor revenue share for underground coal mines?
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Correct answer: D — 4% to 2%
The floor percentage of revenue share for underground coal mines has been reduced from 4% to 2%.
Consider the following about the Coal Ministry's incentives for underground mining announced on 24 April 2025: 1. The mandatory upfront payment for underground mining ventures has been waived. 2. A 50% rebate on performance security was introduced for the first time as part of this package. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The 50% rebate on performance security already existed; the new measures complement it.
Where did Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurate the National Centre for Sports Science and Research on 24 April 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Indira Gandhi Stadium, New Delhi
The NCSSR was inaugurated at the Indira Gandhi Stadium, New Delhi, where DigiLocker sports certificates were also launched.
Consider the following about the sports certificates launched on 24 April 2025: 1. They are issued via DigiLocker. 2. They will be integrated with the National Sports Repository System (NSRS) for automatic disbursal of cash rewards. 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 Sports Ministry release.
The IIA study reported on 24 April 2025 found the helium-to-hydrogen ratio in the Sun's photosphere to be consistent with which value?
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Correct answer: B — 0.1
The inferred He/H ratio is consistent with 0.1, the widely assumed value.
Consider the following about the IIA study on helium in the Sun: 1. It used magnesium and carbon features in the Sun's spectrum to estimate helium abundance. 2. It was published in the Astrophysical Journal. 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 DST release.
Consider the following decisions of the Cabinet Committee on Security on 23 April 2025, as announced by the Foreign Secretary: 1. The Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 will be held in abeyance with immediate effect, until Pakistan credibly and irrevocably abjures its support for cross-border terrorism. 2. The Integrated Check Post Attari will be closed with immediate effect; those who crossed over with valid endorsements may return through that route before 01 May 2025. 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 MEA special briefing of 23 April 2025.
As per the CCS decision of 23 April 2025, to what number will the overall strength of the High Commissions be brought down by 01 May 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 30
The overall strength of the High Commissions will be brought down to 30 from the present 55.
As per the CCS decision of 23 April 2025, how much time was given to Pakistani nationals in India under SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme (SVES) visas to leave India?
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Correct answer: D — 48 hours
Any Pakistani national in India under an SVES visa has 48 hours to leave; the Service Advisors were given a week.
Consider the following about the CCS decisions of 23 April 2025 on Service Advisors: 1. The Defence/Military, Naval and Air Advisors in the Pakistani High Commission in New Delhi were declared persona non grata and given a week to leave India. 2. India will retain its own Defence/Navy/Air Advisors in the Indian High Commission in Islamabad. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. India will withdraw its own Defence/Navy/Air Advisors from Islamabad, and these posts are deemed annulled.
How many special flights from Srinagar did the Civil Aviation Ministry arrange on 23 April 2025 after the Pahalgam attack?
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Correct answer: B — Four
Four special flights were arranged from Srinagar: two to Delhi and two to Mumbai.
Consider the following about official responses on 23 April 2025 after the Pahalgam attack: 1. Home Minister Amit Shah visited the site of the attack and met the families of the victims. 2. Airlines were directed to maintain regular fare levels. 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 Home Ministry and Civil Aviation Ministry releases.
What is the total investment of the seven renewable energy projects approved by Odisha's 10th Single Window Committee on 23 April 2025?
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Correct answer: A — ₹1,191.47 crore
The seven projects involve an investment of ₹1,191.47 crore; ₹12,387.36 crore is the cumulative figure approved by the SWC so far.
Which meeting of Odisha's Single Window Committee under the Renewable Energy Policy-2022 approved projects of 149.97 MW on 23 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 10th
It was the 10th SWC meeting; progress of projects approved in the 9th meeting was also reviewed.
Consider the following about the Odisha SWC approvals of 23 April 2025: 1. The seven projects approved have a cumulative capacity of 1,707.56 MW. 2. The approvals were given under the Odisha Renewable Energy Policy-2019. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Neither is correct. The seven projects total 149.97 MW (1,707.56 MW is the SWC's cumulative approval so far), and they were approved under the Odisha Renewable Energy Policy-2022.
What is the name of the new exhibition space inaugurated at IGNCA, New Delhi, on 23 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Bharat Muni Dirgha
IGNCA inaugurated the Bharat Muni Dirgha, a new exhibition space on its ground floor.
Who inaugurated the exhibition of masks from the Lance Dane Collection at IGNCA on 23 April 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Sachchidanand Joshi
IGNCA Member Secretary Dr. Sachchidanand Joshi inaugurated the exhibition.
How many Booth Level Officers from Bihar took part in the two-day IIIDEM training that began on 23 April 2025?
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Correct answer: A — 229
229 BLOs, 12 EROs and 2 DEOs from Bihar took part.
Consider the following about the ECI training for Bihar's field functionaries on 23 April 2025: 1. It was inaugurated by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar at IIIDEM, New Delhi. 2. It was the third batch of BLOs from Bihar to be trained. 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 Election Commission release.
For how many allied and healthcare professions were competency-based curricula launched on 23 April 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Ten
Competency-based curricula were launched for ten allied and healthcare professions.
With which body did the Health Ministry launch the new curricula for allied and healthcare professions on 23 April 2025?
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Correct answer: D — National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions
The curricula were launched in collaboration with the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP).
Consider the following about the curricula launched on 23 April 2025: 1. They cover fifteen allied and healthcare professions. 2. They were developed with the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO). Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Neither is correct. The curricula cover ten professions and were launched with the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP).
How much tur (arhar) procurement under the Price Support Scheme was approved for Kharif 2024-25, as stated on 23 April 2025?
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Correct answer: A — 13.22 LMT
Procurement of 13.22 LMT of tur was approved in nine States for Kharif 2024-25.
Up to which year will tur, urad and masur be procured at 100% of State production, as announced in Budget 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 2028-29
Budget 2025 announced 100% procurement of tur, urad and masur for four more years up to 2028-29.
In how many States was tur procurement under the Price Support Scheme approved for Kharif 2024-25?
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Correct answer: B — Nine
Tur procurement was approved in nine States: Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Haryana, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana and Uttar Pradesh.
Where was the second session of the India–South Africa Joint Working Group on Trade and Investment held on 22–23 April 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Pretoria
The second session of the India–South Africa JWGTI was held in Pretoria.
Consider the following about the India–South Africa JWGTI of April 2025: 1. It was co-chaired on the Indian side by Priya Nair, Economic Adviser, Department of Commerce. 2. Recognition of the Indian Pharmacopoeia was among the points discussed. 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 Commerce Ministry release.
Which edition of the SEFCO conference was inaugurated at CSIR-IIP, Dehradun, on 23 April 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 7th
SEFCO-2025 is the 7th edition; the first was held in 2017.
Which institution organises the SEFCO-2025 conference held on 23–25 April 2025?
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Correct answer: D — CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum
SEFCO-2025 is organised by CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum, Dehradun; the IIT Roorkee Director was chief guest.