Current Affairs Quiz

[1]. Recently, astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla announced he will conduct an experiment on tardigrades aboard the International Space Station. What unique ability allows tardigrades to survive extreme conditions?

[A]. Photosynthesis

[B]. Cryptobiosis

[C]. Bioluminescence

[D]. Regeneration

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[2]. Recently, Assam's state government proposed bypassing Foreigners Tribunals by using administrative orders to expel suspected illegal immigrants, sparking debate over the legal framework and constitutional safeguards. What is the primary function of Foreigners Tribunals in India?

[A]. To issue citizenship certificates

[B]. To determine whether a person is a foreigner under the Foreigners Act

[C]. To deport foreign nationals directly

[D]. To register citizens under the National Population Register

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[3]. Recently, Union Finance Minister chaired the 6th meeting of the Governing Council of NIIF. What type of investment vehicle is the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) registered as with SEBI?

[A]. Category I Venture Capital Fund

[B]. Category II Alternate Investment Fund

[C]. Public Sector Mutual Fund

[D]. Sovereign Wealth Fund

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[4]. Recently, the Prime Minister paid homage to Bhagwan Birsa Munda for his role in India's freedom struggle and tribal empowerment. During which years did the Munda Rebellion, also known as Ulgulan, take place?

[A]. 1855–1856

[B]. 1905–1906

[C]. 1899–1900

[D]. 1875–1876

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[5]. Recently, it was reported that Starlink lost 523 satellites between 2020 and 2024 due to increased solar activity during the peak of the current solar cycle, raising concerns about space debris and atmospheric pollution. What causes satellites to re-enter Earth's atmosphere more quickly during such solar activity?

[A]. Lunar eclipses

[B]. Gravitational waves

[C]. Atmospheric drag from geomagnetic storms

[D]. Black hole radiation

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[6]. Recently, the PM-PRANAM scheme led to a reduction of over 15 lakh tonnes of synthetic fertilizers in 2023–24. What is the main aim of the PM-PRANAM scheme?

[A]. To increase the production of chemical fertilizers in India

[B]. To promote organic exports from India

[C]. To incentivize states to reduce chemical fertilizer use and adopt alternatives

[D]. To provide free fertilizers to farmers across India

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[7]. Recently, the Centre released guidelines for the SPMEPCI Scheme. What is the primary objective of this scheme?

[A]. To subsidize fuel prices for hybrid vehicles

[B]. To boost domestic manufacturing of electric passenger cars

[C]. To promote the export of petrol and diesel cars

[D]. To encourage use of electric two-wheelers in rural areas

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[8]. Recently, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reported a steep fall in India’s net Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in 2024–25. Which of the following is a key feature of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)?

[A]. It refers to short-term loans taken by Indian companies from foreign banks

[B]. It is a non-debt capital flow involving long-term investment by foreign entities

[C]. It includes portfolio investments in mutual funds

[D]. It refers only to investment in government bonds by foreign investors

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[9]. Recently, the Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA) completed 10 years of promoting rural development through academic engagement. What is the primary objective of the UBA initiative?

[A]. To provide free urban housing to the poor

[B]. To promote online education in metropolitan cities

[C]. To enable higher educational institutions to address rural development challenges

[D]. To improve foreign collaborations in higher education

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[10]. Which among the following countries was appointed as the Chair of the Taliban Sanctions Committee of the UNSC for 2025?

[A]. Latvia

[B]. Bahrain

[C]. Pakistan

[D]. Colombia

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[11]. Recently, scientists discovered ASKAP J1832-0911, a mysterious cosmic object located about 15,000 light years away. What type of astronomical object does it belong to?

[A]. Pulsars

[B]. Black Holes

[C]. Long Period Radio Transients

[D]. Quasars

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[12]. On World Environment Day (June 5), Prime Minister Narendra Modi planted a sapling of which plant, also known as ‘Annatto’ and Sindoor?

[A]. Neem

[B]. Bixa orellana

[C]. Peepal

[D]. Amla

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[13]. Recently, Paraguay President Santiago Peña Palacios arrived in India on a three-day state visit, highlighting growing ties between India and MERCOSUR, the South American trading bloc. Which of the following countries is not a member of MERCOSUR?

[A]. Argentina

[B]. Paraguay

[C]. Brazil

[D]. Chile

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[14]. Recently, the Kerala Police dropped 35 sexual assault cases following the release of the Justice Hema Committee report on August 19, 2024. Why was the Justice Hema Committee formed by the Kerala government in 2017?

[A]. To promote Malayalam cinema abroad

[B]. To improve film production infrastructure

[C]. To investigate gender inequality and sexual harassment in the film industry

[D]. To review film tax policies in the state

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[15]. Recently, the RBI reduced the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) by 100 basis points to 3% to inject liquidity into the banking system. What is the main purpose of maintaining CRR?

[A]. To provide loans to customers

[B]. To control inflation and manage liquidity

[C]. To increase bank profits

[D]. To reduce lending rates directly

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[16]. Recently, the Environment Ministry launched the National Plastic Waste Reporting Portal. What does the portal primarily aim to do?

[A]. Track and report nationwide plastic waste management

[B]. Ban single-use plastic across India

[C]. Promote biodegradable plastic use

[D]. Fund plastic recycling startups

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[17]. Recently, Tamil Nadu notified a sanctuary to protect Greater Flamingos at Dhanushkodi. Where is South Asia’s only breeding ground of Greater Flamingos located?

[A]. Chilika Lake

[B]. Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary

[C]. Kolleru Lake

[D]. Great Rann of Kachchh

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[18]. Recently, the Election Commission of India introduced a tech-driven system for generating Index Cards and reports. What is the main purpose of Index Cards?

[A]. To issue voter ID cards

[B]. To publish exit poll predictions

[C]. To provide constituency-level election data

[D]. To notify election dates

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[19]. Recently, the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment launched a Nationwide Digital Application for Profiling Waste Pickers, aiming to formalize and rehabilitate workers engaged in hazardous sanitation work. Under which scheme was this initiative launched?

[A]. Swachh Bharat Mission

[B]. NAMASTE Scheme

[C]. SBM-U 2.0

[D]. Rashtriya Safai Karamchari Abhiyan

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[20]. Recently, Ukraine used covert Trojan Horse-style drone tactics in its conflict with Russia, involving FPV drones concealed in wooden cabins. What does FPV stand for in drone technology?

[A]. Fixed Propulsion Vehicle

[B]. First Person View

[C]. Full Power Vision

[D]. Forward Projection Vehicle

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