Top 200 Exam-Oriented Current Affairs March 2025 | Part 1

This is Part 1 of the Current Affairs March 2025 compilation, featuring 100 carefully curated multiple-choice questions (MCQs). These questions cover key national and international events from various domains including politics, economy, science, sports, and more. Ideal for aspirants preparing for competitive exams, this set ensures a comprehensive revision of important developments that occurred in March 2025.

1. Recently, which of the following companies has launched its latest artificial intelligence model “Qwen2.5-0mni-7B”, which can process inputs including text, images, audio, and videos while generating real-time text and natural speech responses?
   A. Baidu Inc.
   B. Alibaba Cloud Holding Ltd.
   C. Toshiba Inc.
   D. Tencent Holdings Ltd.
   Answer: B. Alibaba Cloud Holding Ltd.

2. Recently, the Government of India announced the discontinuation of the Medium-Term and Long-Term Government Deposit (MLTGD) components of the Gold Monetisation Scheme (GMS), effective from March 26, 2025. Under the scheme, banks may continue offering Short-Term Gold Deposits, which have a duration of
   A. 1-6 months
   B. 6-12 months
   C. 1-3 years
   D. 1-5 years
   Answer: C. 1-3 years
3. Recently, which of the following states has become the first in India to pass a law establishing a commission for senior citizens to ensure the protection of rights, welfare, and rehabilitation of senior citizens in the state?
   A. Maharashtra
   B. Tamil Nadu
   C. Kerala
   D. Karnataka
   Answer: C. Kerala
4. Recently, the Tamil Nadu government has officially declared the Kasampatty (Veera Kovil) Sacred Grove as its second Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS). It is located in which of the following districts?
   A. Coimbatore
   B. Dindigul
   C. Erode
   D. Krishnagiri
   Answer: B. Dindigul
5. Recently, who among the following has been elected as the new chairman of Indian Banks Association (IBA)?
   A. Rajinder Kohli
   B. Challa Sreenivasulu Setty
   C. Rahul Bhave
   D. Sunil Kakkar
   Answer: B. Challa Sreenivasulu Setty
6. As per recent information, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to participate in Exercise INIOCHOS-25, a prestigious multinational air exercise hosted by which of the following countries?
   A. United Arab Emirates (UAE)
   B. Greece
   C. France
   D. Russia
   Answer: B. Greece
7. Recently, the 37th Kathak Mahotsav 2025, featuring the world's first-ever Kathak Literary Festival, concluded in which of the following locations?
   A. New Delhi
   B. Lucknow
   C. Jaipur
   D. Varanasi
   Answer: A. New Delhi
8. Recently, the Union Cabinet has approved the Revised Rashtriya Gokul Mission (RGM) to boost growth in the livestock sector. The key addition to the Revised RGM is one-time assistance of ___ of the capital cost for setting up 30 housing facilities for 15,000 heifers.
   A. 25%
   B. 35%
   C. 40%
   D. 45%
   Answer: B. 35%
9. Recently, which of the following teams has won the “2024 Robert J. Collier Trophy” by the National Aeronautic Association (NAA)?
   A. NASA's Parker Solar Probe team
   B. Blue Origin New Shepard
   C. SpaceX Crew Dragon
   D. The United States Department of the Air Force-Boeing X-37 Team
   Answer: A. NASA's Parker Solar Probe team
10. As per recent information, the Indian Army is deploying a specialized medical task force under ___ to deliver urgent humanitarian assistance following the devastating earthquake in Myanmar.
    A. Operation Saathi
    B. Operation Shakti
    C. Operation Brahma
    D. Operation Rudra
    Answer: C. Operation Brahma
11. Recently, Punjab government has announced the plans to develop the Jhajjar-Bachauri Wildlife Sanctuary into an eco-tourism and the first Leopard safari destination in the state. Jhajjar-Bachauri Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which of the following districts?
    A. Rohtakpur
    B. Rupnagar
    C. Firozpur
    D. Gurdaspur
    Answer: B. Rupnagar
12. Recently, the Indian Armed Forces conducted a tri-service integrated multi-domain exercise, “Prachand Prahar” in which of the following states?
    A. Assam
    B. Rajasthan
    C. Arunachal Pradesh
    D. Odisha
    Answer: C. Arunachal Pradesh
13. Recently, who among the following has been named the winner of 2025 Windham Campbell Prize in the ‘non-fiction category'?
    A. Sigrid Nunez
    B. Anthony V. Capildeo
    C. Rana Dasgupta
    D. Roy Williams
    Answer: C. Rana Dasgupta
14. Recently, the Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity, a joint naval drill aimed at enhancing crisis readiness in disputed South China Sea, was conducted. Which of the following countries did not participate in this exercise?
    A. United States
    B. Singapore
    C. Japan
    D. Philippines
    Answer: B. Singapore
15. Recently, which of the following states has topped the medal tally with 104 medals in the 2nd edition of the Khelo India Para Games (KIPG) 2025?
    A. Uttar Pradesh
    B. Tamil Nadu
    C. Haryana
    D. Kerala
    Answer: C. Haryana
16. Recently, Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) has secured the top rank in ‘Reputational Advantage' category in the thirty-seventh edition of the ‘Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI 37)'. What is the overall ranking of GIFT City in this index?
    A. 32
    B. 46th
    C. 50th
    D. 56th
    Answer: B. 46th
17. Recently, applications for the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar have been invited through the National Awards Portal starting from April 1, 2025. This award is organized by which of the following ministries?
    A. Ministry of Education
    B. Ministry of Women and Child Development
    C. Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
    D. Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
    Answer: B. Ministry of Women and Child Development
18. Recently, who among the following has claimed the title of the world's richest person with a total net worth of USD 420 billion, according to the ‘Farrun Global Rich List 2025'?
    A. Jeff Bezos
    B. Larry Ellison
    C. Elon Musk
    D. Mark Zuckerberg
    Answer: C. Elon Musk
19. As per recent information, the year 2025 marks the ___ Foundation Day of the state of Rajasthan.
    A. 60th
    B. 70th
    C. 75th
    D. 80th
    Answer: C. 70th
20. Recently, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has hosted India's first Nano Electronics Roadshow at which of the following institutes?
    A. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad
    B. Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru
    C. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur
    D. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee
    Answer: B. Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru
21. Recently, which of the following initiatives has been launched by the Department of School Education and Literacy in collaboration with MyGov to promote the creation, collection, and dissemination of Bharatiya Bhasha poems for early years/ foundational stage education?
    A. Baalpam ki Kavita
    B. Balgeet Bharat Abhiyan
    C. Kavita Kali Bharti
    D. Bharatiya Bal Kavita Mission
    Answer: A. Baalpam ki Kavita
22. As per recent information, the Indian Navy is set to participate in multilateral maritime engagement exercise with African nations, titled ‘Africa-India Key Maritime Engagement (AIKME). AIKME exercise will be co-hosted by India and which of the following countries?
    A. Uganda
    B. Tanzania
    C. Namibia
    Answer: B. Tanzania
23. Recently, Department of Economic Affairs (DEA), Ministry of Finance (MoF) has announced that Small Savings Scheme (SSS) interest rates will remain unchanged, for 1st Quarter of Financial Year 2025-26 (Q1FY26) i.e. from April 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025. The deposits under the Sukanya Samriddhi scheme will attract an interest rate of
    A. 7.7%
    B. 8.0%
    C. 8.2%
    D. 8.5%
    Answer: C. 8.2%
24. Recently, which of the following companies has introduced the Silvaguard drone, an AI-based technology designed to enhance the early detection, location, and monitoring of wildfires?
    A. Lockheed Martin
    B. Skydio
    C. Dryad Networks
    D. Zen Technologies
    Answer: C. Dryad Networks
25. Recently, National Institution for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog has released the second edition of “Trade Watch Quarterly” (TWQ) publication for the Second Quarter of Financial Year 2024-25 (Q2 FY25, July to September). As per this, India's total trade grew by 5.67% to ___ during April-September 2024.
    A. USD 344 billion
    B. USD 324 billion
    C. USD 839 billion
    D. USD 912 billion
    Answer: C. USD 839 billion
26. Recently, which of the following countries has become a member of the New Development Bank (NDB)?
    A. Philippines
    B. Monaco
    C. Indonesia
    D. Poland
    Answer: C. Indonesia
27. As per recently released “The State of Uttar Pradesh Startup Ecosystem Report 2025”, which of the following cities has the highest number of startups (3,418) in Uttar Pradesh?
    A. Kanpur
    B. Noida
    C. Lucknow
    D. Ghaziabad
    Answer: B. Noida
28. Recently, who among the following has translated Karank Lal Barana's novel ‘Early History of Kamarupa' into Assamese, titled ‘Prachin Kamarupar Ithas' and won the ‘Sahitya Akademi Translation Prize 2024' for this work?
    A. Aujan Sarma
    B. Ramaniak Agrwwat
    C. Archana Kesar
    D. Uttara Bavwmuhuhary
    Answer: A. Aujan Sarma
29. Recently, Department of Posts has released a Commemorative Postage stamp in honour of Mata Kama, a revered saint, social reformer, and an ardent devotee of Lord Krishna on the occasion of her ___ birth anniversary.
    A. 950th
    B. 1000th
    C. 1129th
    D. 1250th
    Answer: B. 1000th
30. Recently, India's men's Regu team won its first-ever gold at the 2025 Sepaktakraw World Cup in Patna, Bihar, defeating which of the following countries in the final?
    A. Vietnam
    B. Thailand
    C. Iran
    D. Japan
    Answer: D. Japan
31. Recently, a revamped ‘DBIM-Compliant' website was launched to strengthen the digital governance ecosystem in India. The website is developed in alignment with Digital Brand Identity Manual (DBIM) Version 3.0, which was introduced by
    A. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
    B. Ministry of Communications
    C. Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
    D. Ministry of Home Affairs
    Answer: A. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
32. Recently, Bharti Airtel has landed the “2Africa Pearls cable” in the country, connecting India to Africa and Europe via the Middle East, in partnership with center3 and which of the following companies?
    A. Samsung Group
    B. Ericsson
    C. Meta
    D. Nokia
    Answer: C. Meta
33. Recently, released report titled “Global Energy Review (GER) 2025” highlighted that global energy demand grew by 2.5% in 2024. This report has been released by
    A. United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
    B. International Energy Agency (IEA)
    C. World Resources Institute (WRI)
    D. International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
    Answer: B. International Energy Agency (IEA)
34. The recently released data by International Monetary Fund (IMF) revealed that India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is projected to reach ___ by the end of 2025.
    A. USD 2.15 trillion
    B. USD 3.02 trillion
    C. USD 4.27 trillion
    D. USD 6.5 trillion
    Answer: C. USD 4.27 trillion
35. Recently, Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Center (IN-SPACe) has appointed ___ as the fund manager for a Rs. 1,000 crore venture capital (VC) fund aimed at promoting India's space sector.
    A. Tata Capital Growth Fund
    B. SIDBI Venture Capital Limited (SVCL)
    C. ICICI Venture Funds Management
    D. HDFC Capital Advisors Limited
    Answer: B. SIDBI Venture Capital Limited (SVCL)
36. Recently, the induction ceremony for fourth 25T Bollard Pull (BP) Tug Yuvan (Yud 338) was held at Naval Dockyard (Visakhapatnam). The 25T BP Tug Yuvan has been constructed by which of the following companies?
    A. M/s Titagarh Rail Systems Limited (TRSL)
    B. M/s Suradipta Projects Pvt. Ltd
    C. M/s SECON Engineering Projects Pvt. Ltd
    D. Bharati Defence and Infrastructure Limited
    Answer: A. M/s Titagarh Rail Systems Limited (TRSL)
37. Recently, who among the following has been re-elected as the President of New Development Bank (NDB) for a term extending until 2015?
    A. Marcelo Prado Troyjo
    B. Dilma Vana Rousseff
    C. Jin Liqun
    D. Fernando Haddad
    Answer: B. Dilma Vana Rousseff
38. According to the Government of India (GoI) latest data, Public Sector Banks (PSB) have witnessed an increase of 32.7% in dividend payout to Rs 7,830 crore in the Financial Year 2023-24 (FY24). Which of the following banks was the largest contributor to the overall net profit registered by PSB during FY24?
    A. Punjab National Bank (PNB)
    B. Bank of India
    C. State Bank of India (SBI)
    D. Canara Bank
    Answer: C. State Bank of India (SBI)
39. The recently released “India Bioeconomy Report 2025” (IBER 2025) states that India's bio-economy is set to nearly double to $300 billion in the next five years, up from $165.7 billion in 2024. This report has been prepared by
    A. Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
    B. Serum Institute of India
    C. Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises (ABLE)
    D. Bharat Biotech
    Answer: C. Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises (ABLE)
40. Recently, during the annual “Partnership for Healthy Cities Summit” (2025) in Paris, France, three cities were recognized for their achievements in preventing noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and injuries. Which of the following cities is not included among them?
    A. Cordoba
    B. Toronto
    C. Greater Manchester
    D. Fortaleza
    Answer: B. Toronto
41. Recently, which of the following states has become the first state in India to introduce sign language in its Legislative Assembly to facilitate persons with disabilities?
    A. Maharashtra
    B. Gujarat
    C. Punjab
    D. Rajasthan
    Answer: C. Punjab
42. Recently, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has conducted the Indian Web Browser Development Challenge (IWBDC), a competition aimed to develop an indigenous web browser. ___ has won the First Prize in the competition.
    A. Team Ajanta
    B. Zoho Corporation
    C. Team PING
    D. Jio Vishwakarma
    Answer: B. Zoho Corporation
43. Under the Sagarmala Programme, 272 projects have been completed with an investment of approximately ₹ 1.41 lakh crore. As of 19th March 2025, The Sagarmala Programme, a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, has recently completed ___ years since its implementation.
    A. 7
    B. 10
    C. 12
    D. 14
    Answer: B. 10
44. As per the recently released report titled “Education and Nutrition: Learn to Eat Well,” approximately 47% of primary school pupils worldwide received school meals as of 2024. Which of the following organizations has released this report?
    A. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
    B. United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
    C. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
    D. International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI)
    Answer: A. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
45. Recently, the President of Russia officially launched the nuclear-powered submarine, “Yasen-M” class, which is the first Russian nuclear submarine to be equipped with the 3M27 Zircon hypersonic cruise missile as a standard feature.
    A. Tula
    B. Perm
    C. Kaluga
    D. Irkutsk
    Answer: B. Perm
46. As per recent information, the fourth edition of “Exercise Tiger Triumph”, between India and which of the following countries is scheduled to take place in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh?
    A. Australia
    B. United States
    C. France
    D. Japan
    Answer: B. United States
47. Recently, during the 120th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat' program, Prime Minister Narendra Modi introduced the ___ Kendras and explained the children's featuring a study tour where they can learn about the operation of Jan Aushadhi Kendras and experience the vibrant village campaign in border areas.
    A. MY-Bharat
    B. Bharat Explorer
    C. Yava Prema
    D. Sanskar Bharat
    Answer: A. MY-Bharat
48. Recently, which of the following companies has successfully launched and established contact with ‘Nila', India's first private pre-load hosting satellite?
    A. HEX20 India
    B. Dhruva Space
    C. Pixxel
    D. Skyroot Aerospace
    Answer: A. HEX20 India
49. According to Traxen's latest Geo Quarterly India Tech Report, India's startup ecosystem continued its growth trajectory in the first quarter of 2025, securing $2.5 billion in funding and ranking ___ globally.
    A. 1st
    B. 2nd
    C. 3rd
    D. 4th
    Answer: C. 3rd
50. Recently, “LIBA” – a group to boost economic ties between India and Sri Lanka, has been launched with an aim to unlock trade opportunities between the two countries. What is the full form of ‘LIBA'?
    A. Lanka India Bilateral Association
    B. Lanka India Business Alliance
    C. Lanka India Business Association
    D. Lanka India Business Agency
    Answer: C. Lanka India Business Association
51. Recently, the Union Home Minister has announced the government's plan to launch a new app-based taxi service, ‘Uber for India and Uber'. What is the name of this service?
    A. Saathi
    B. JanTaxi
    C. Salkar
    D. DesRide
    Answer: C. Salkar
52. Recently, which of the following organizations/institutes has organized the two-day ‘National Conference on Environment – 2025' in New Delhi?
    A. National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI)
    B. National Green Tribunal
    C. Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)
    D. The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)
    Answer: B. National Green Tribunal
53. As per recently released data, which of the following states has the highest number of Jan Aushadhi Kendras in India under the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP)?
    A. Uttar Pradesh
    B. Kerala
    C. Odisha
    D. Tamil Nadu
    Answer: A. Uttar Pradesh
54. Recently, Prasar Bharati's Shared Audio-Visuals for Broadcast and Dissemination (PB-SHABD), a 24/7 news hub has completed one year since its launch in March 2024. Prasar Bharati has announced that access to PB-SHABD will remain free until
    A. December 2025
    B. March 2026
    C. July 2027
    D. September
    Answer: B. March 2026
55. Recently, Punjab Legislative Assembly has launched searchable engine to access debates/proceedings from 1947. The search engine, developed in collaboration with Punjabi University, Patiala, Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), Noida and which of the following institutes?
    A. International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Hyderabad
    B. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Ropar
    C. National Institute of Technology (NIT), Jalandhar
    D. Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), Kolkata
    Answer: A. International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Hyderabad
56. As per recent information, Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre has developed 32-bit microprocessors “VIKRAM3201 & KALPANA3201” for space applications in collaboration with
    A. Central Electronics Engineering Research Institute (CEERI), Pilani
    B. Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL), Chandigarh
    C. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras
    D. Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
    Answer: B. Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL), Chandigarh
57. As per recent information, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Guwahati is developing India's first Virtual Reality (VR)-enabled metaverse platform for PM Shri Adarsh Vidyalaya as an Assam to engage students' curiosity and creativity. What is the name of this platform?
    A. Vidyaset
    B. Edudhara
    C. Gyandhara
    D. VidyaVaidhihi
    Answer: C. Gyandhara
58. Recently, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has collaborated with ___ to extend “Scan Se Bacho” to safety campaigns against online scams and spam.
    A. Facebook
    B. Snapchat
    C. WhatsApp
    D. Instagram
    Answer: C. WhatsApp
59. Recently, which of the following companies has not been designated as “Domestic Systemically Important Insurers (D-SIIs)” for the year 2024-25 by Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI)?
    A. Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC)
    B. United India Insurance Company Limited
    C. New India Assurance Company
    D. General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re)
    Answer: B. United India Insurance Company Limited
60. Recently, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has been selected as the recipient of Digital Transformation Award 2025 by Central Banking Publications. RBI has received this award in recognition of its technology driven initiatives, specifically Sarbair and
    A. SAMARTH
    B. PRAVAAH
    C. UDGAM
    D. ISPOT
    Answer: B. PRAVAAH
61. Recently, ___ has launched DesignShala™, an initiative aimed at promoting financial innovation through Human-Centred Design (HCD).
    A. Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
    B. Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI)
    C. Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH)
    D. National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)
    Answer: C. Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH)
62. Recently, Government of India (GoI) has approved the “Chandrayaan-5” mission, which will deploy a heavier 250 kg rover, enhancing India's lunar exploration capabilities. For this mission, GoI has collaborated with which of the following countries?
    A. Japan
    B. United States of America (USA)
    C. Russia
    D. Germany
    Answer: A. Japan
63. Recently, which of the following companies has become the first private-sector reinsurer to be granted a ‘R2' license from Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) to carry out exclusively reinsurance business?
    A. Markel Services India Private Limited
    B. Valuecetics Reinsurance Limited
    C. ITI Reinsurance Limited
    D. Kshema Reinsurance Limited
    Answer: B. Valuecetics Reinsurance Limited
64. Recently, China has delivered a second Hangor Class submarine, equipped with state-of-the-art weapons and sensors to Pakistan. What is name?
    A. PNSM FAQAR
    B. PNSM GHAZI
    C. PNSM SHUSHUK
    D. PNSM TASNIM
    Answer: C. PNSM SHUSHUK
65. Recently, who among the following was honoured with the Hockey India Balbir Singh Sr. Award for Player of the Year 2024 in the men's category, at the Hockey India 7th Annual Awards?
    A. Ajay Singh
    B. Varun Kumar
    C. Amit Rohidas
    D. Harmanpreet Singh
    Answer: D. Harmanpreet Singh
66. Recently, the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), in collaboration with ___ has launched “SheTrades India Initiative Hub” to empower women entrepreneurs.
    A. World Trade Organization (WTO)
    B. International Trade Centre (ITC)
    C. International Monetary Fund (IMF)
    D. World Bank
    Answer: B. International Trade Centre (ITC)
67. Recently, Mumbai Indians Women cricket team (MI-W) has clinched the Women's Premier League (WPL) title 2025 by defeating ___ in the final held at Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai.
    A. Royal Challengers Bangalore
    B. Gujarat Giants
    C. Delhi Capitals
    D. UP Warriors
    Answer: C. Delhi Capitals
68. Recently, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), in collaboration with Drone Federation India (DFI) has launched “NIDAR” challenge under the “SwYaam- Capacity Building for Human Resource Development in Unmanned Aircraft Systems” initiative for drone innovation. What does the letter ‘I' stand for in the acronym ‘NIDAR'?
    A. Innovation
    B. Intelligence
    C. Infrastructure
    D. Integration
    Answer: A. Innovation
69. Recently, Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has announced the ‘5G Innovation Hackathon 2025', a six-month initiative aimed at accelerating the development of innovative 5G-powered solutions to address societal and industrial challenges. In this hackathon, winners will receive ___ for the top place.
    A. ₹ 1,00,000
    B. ₹ 25,00,000
    C. ₹ 5,00,000
    D. ₹ 70,00,000
    Answer: C. ₹ 5,00,000
70. Recently, the government has set up an Inter-Ministerial-Industry Committee on Fintech (IMICF) to analyse the growth of fintech sector and its contribution to banking and financial services industry (BFSI) sector. The Panel is being chaired by who among the following?
    A. B. N. Narendar
    B. M. Nagaraja
    C. Surya Bhatia
    D. Ashok Rawat
    Answer: B. M. Nagaraja
71. As per recent information, which of the following cities is all set to make a significant leap towards environmental sustainability with the launch of India's first PPP-model based green waste processing plant under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban?
    A. Indore
    B. Chandigarh
    C. Surat
    D. Bengaluru
    Answer: A. Indore
72. Recently, India Masters Cricket Team has clinched the inaugural International Masters League (IML) 2025 by defeating ___ in the final at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur, Chhattisgarh.
    A. West Indies Masters
    B. Sri Lanka Masters
    C. South Africa Masters
    D. England Masters
    Answer: A. West Indies Masters
73. Recently, which of the following states has won the “Khelo India Winter Games (KIWG) 2025 title”, finishing at the top with 18 medals?
    A. Indian Army
    B. Ladakh
    C. Maharashtra
    D. Himachal Pradesh
    Answer: A. Indian Army
74. Recently, Finland has been ranked the world's happiest country for the eighth successive year, according to the 2025 World Happiness Report. Finland is followed by ___ at the 2nd position in the report.
    A. Denmark
    B. Iceland
    C. Norway
    D. Sweden
    Answer: A. Denmark
75. Recently, who among the following has received the “Ramnath Goenka Award for Excellence in Journalism 2025” for her impactful coverage of the “Dunku route”, the illegal immigration pathway used by Haryana's youth to enter the United States of America (USA)?
    A. Maitri Porchea
    B. Barkha Dutt
    C. Mridulika Jha
    D. Anjana Om Kashyap
    Answer: C. Mridulika Jha
76. The Union Cabinet has approved the “Incentive Scheme for promotion of low-value BHIM-UPI transactions Persons to Merchant (P2M)” for the financial year 2024-25. The scheme will be implemented at an estimated outlay of
    A. Rs. 1,000 crore
    B. Rs. 1,500 crore
    C. Rs. 2,500 crore
    D. Rs. 3,000 crore
    Answer: B. Rs. 1,500 crore
77. Recently, Karnataka government has launched India's first Digital Detox Centre in partnership with the All-India Gaming Federation (AIGF) to curb digital dependency. What is its name?
    A. Digital Nirvana
    B. Beyond Screens
    C. Tech Detox Retreat
    D. Unplugged Zone
    Answer: B. Beyond Screens
78. Recently, who among the following has been honored with the “Maharashtra Bhushan award” (2024), state government's highest civilian award?
    A. Amitabh Bachchan
    B. Arun Yogiraj
    C. Ram Sutar
    D. Rohit Sharma
    Answer: C. Ram Sutar
79. Recently, Prime Minister of India has welcomed New Zealand's participation in the Indo-Pacific Ocean Initiative (IPOI). Which of the following is not one of the pillars of IPOI?
    A. Deep-Sea Exploration
    B. Maritime Ecology
    C. Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
    D. Trade, Connectivity, and Maritime Transport
    Answer: A. Deep-Sea Exploration
80. As per recent information, North India's first nuclear project is being developed at which of the following locations?
    A. Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
    B. Megha, Punjab
    C. Gorakhpur, Haryana
    D. Almora, Uttarakhand
    Answer: C. Gorakhpur, Haryana
81. Recently, who among the following has been elected as the 10th President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), becoming the first woman to serve in this role?
    A. Samalava Komarova
    B. Amanda Beard
    C. Margaret Hoelzer
    D. Kirsty Coventry
    Answer: D. Kirsty Coventry
82. Recently, who among the following has been appointed as the Goodwill Ambassador for ‘VISION 2020 India', a national initiative focused on eliminating avoidable blindness and visual impairment across India?
    A. Dr. S. Radhakrishnan
    B. Dr. S. Radhakrishnan
    C. Krishnamachari Srikkanth
    D. Mohinder Amarnath
    Answer: C. Krishnamachari Srikkanth
83. Recently, Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DoT) has launched the first cohort of the “Samarth Incubation Program” with a focus on fostering innovation and promoting technological advancements in India's telecommunications and IT sectors. C-DoT has selected ___ as the Implementation Partner to drive the vision.
    A. National Informatics Centre (NIC)
    B. Software Technology Parks of India (STPI)
    C. Electronics Regulatory Authority of India (TERAI)
    D. Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In)
    Answer: B. Software Technology Parks of India (STPI)
84. Recently, Lok Sabha secretariat and which of the following ministries has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop the “Sansad Bhushini initiative”, for Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered multilingual parliamentary operations?
    A. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
    B. Ministry of Home Affairs
    C. Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs
    D. Ministry of Culture
    Answer: A. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
85. Recently, who among the following has won the “Stockholm Water Prize 2025”, world's most prestigious water award?
    A. Rita Colwell
    B. Joan B. Rose
    C. Günter Blöschl
    D. Stephen R. Carpenter
    Answer: C. Günter Blöschl
86. Recently, FireSat project's first satellite was successfully placed into low Earth orbit (LEO). This satellite is a first-of-its-kind constellation designed to use artificial intelligence (AI) to detect and track wildfires. The satellite was built by which of the following companies?
    A. Dauria Space
    B. Avan Space
    C. Muon Space
    D. Dielu Aviation
    Answer: C. Muon Space
87. Recently released “State of the Global Climate Report 2024”, states that atmospheric Carbon Dioxide (CO2) levels reached at 420 parts per million (ppm) in 2023, which is the highest in the last 8 lakh years. This report has been released by which of the following countries?
    A. International Energy Agency (IEA)
    B. World Meteorological Organisation (WMO)
    C. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
    D. Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
    Answer: B. World Meteorological Organisation (WMO)
88. Recently, who among the following was named the recipient of the 2025 Holberg Prize?
    A. Ganesh Narayanda Dery
    B. Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak
    C. Manik Senaniaman
    D. Kalpan Kumar Chakravarty
    Answer: B. Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak
89. Recently, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has published a paper titled “Changing Dynamics of India's Remittances: Insights from the Sixth Round of India's Remittance Survey”. As per the, which of the following countries has emerged as the largest source of remittances, accounting 27.7% of total inward remittances to India in FY24?
    A. United Arab Emirates (UAE)
    B. United States of America (USA)
    C. Singapore
    D. Australia
    Answer: B. United States of America (USA)
90. As per recently released report, titled “Who in the World Supports Free Speech?”, India has been ranked at
    A. 10th
    B. 24th
    C. 28th
    D. 30th
    Answer: B. 24th
91. Recently, who among the following has been conferred with “Knight's Cross of the Order of Dannebrog” by his Majesty the King of Denmark, Frederik Andre Henrik Christian?
    A. Rajesh Kumar
    B. Vijay Sankar
    C. Jupally Krishna Rao
    D. Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka
    Answer: B. Vijay Sankar
92. Recently, ___ has become the first team to qualify for the men's FIFA World Cup 2026 after host nations (Canada, Mexico, and the United States of America)?
    A. Brazil
    B. Argentina
    C. Japan
    D. Germany
    Answer: C. Japan
93. Recently, the Ministry of Jal Shakti, in collaboration with Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change and the Government of Haryana has launched the sixth edition of Jal Shakti Abhiyan. Catch the Rain – 2025 to drive community-led water conservation and sustainability across
    A. 120
    B. 131
    C. 140
    D. 148
    Answer: D. 148
94. As per recent information, the second edition of flagship “Sagarmala scheme” of Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways will offer support for shipbuilding, repair, and recycling in addition to port infrastructure development. The scheme has a budgetary support, with investment potential of ₹ 12 trillion over a 10-year-period.
    A. ₹20,000 crore
    B. ₹50,000 crore
    C. ₹40,000 crore
    D. ₹60,000 crore
    Answer: C. ₹40,000 crore
95. As per recently released report titled “Women founders in Global Tech – 2024” by Tracxn Technologies Limited, India has ranked at second position globally after ___, in terms of total funding raised by companies with women founders.
    A. United States of America (USA)
    B. Singapore
    C. Australia
    D. United Kingdom
    Answer: A. United States of America (USA)
96. Recently, Financial Times (FT) and Statista jointly released their 7th annual ranking of 500 high-growth Asia-Pacific companies. Which of the following companies has topped the latest rankings?
    A. BigHat
    B. Lendbox
    C. Emily
    D. Berong
    Answer: B. Lendbox
97. Recently, which of the following companies has signed a quadripartite MoU with BluJ Aerospace Private Limited, Aeseo Jet, New and Renewable Energy Research and Technology (ANERT) and Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) to establish the world's 1st hydrogen-fueled Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) aviation ecosystem?
    A. Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
    B. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL)
    C. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)
    D. Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) Limited
    Answer: B. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL)
98. Recently, which of the following companies has launched Trackel, an AI-powered railway track inspection solution to enhance rail network safety?
    A. L&T Technology Services Limited (LTTS)
    B. Tech Mahindra Limited
    C. RailTel Corporation of India Limited
    D. Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
    Answer: A. L&T Technology Services Limited (LTTS)
99. Recently, National Statistical Office (NSO) in collaboration with which of the following institutes has launched the Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE)?
    A. Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Vadodara
    B. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Gandhinagar
    C. Plaksha University, Chandigarh
    D. Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), Kolkata
    Answer: C. Plaksha University, Chandigarh
100. Recently, during the celebration of 11th Foundation Day of Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), the Government of India has launched
     A. BioSangam
     B. BioSanthi
     C. BioVistaar
     D. BioNEST
     Answer: B. BioSanthi

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