1. Who was awarded the 2025 World Press Photo of the Year for exceptional photojournalism? A) Samar Abu Elouf B) Steve McCurry C) Raghu Rai D) Cristina Mittermeier Answer: A) Samar Abu Elouf 2. Which two Indian manuscripts were recently added to UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register? A) Arthashastra and Ramayana B) Bhagavad Gita…
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS Trump vs Federal Reserve Controversy: U.S. President Donald Trump (President: United States) criticized Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for not cutting interest rates, threatening to remove him. The Federal Reserve’s benchmark rate stands at 4.25%-4.50%, with Powell defending the Fed’s independence from political pressure. Palestinian Photographer Wins World Press Photo: Palestinian photographer Samar…
1. Which campaign was launched by the Government of India to address the water crisis in drought-affected regions? A) Jal Jeevan Mission B) Jal Suraksha Abhiyan C) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan D) Namami Gange Answer: B) Jal Suraksha Abhiyan 2. Where was India’s first Athlete Passport Management Unit (APMU) inaugurated? A) Mumbai B) Hyderabad C) National…
National News (India) India Launches “Jal Suraksha Abhiyan” The Government of India has launched a national campaign, “Jal Suraksha Abhiyan,” to address the water crisis in drought-affected regions. The initiative focuses on rainwater harvesting, restoring traditional water bodies, and promoting efficient water use at the grassroots level. Athlete Passport Management Unit (APMU) Inaugurated Union Minister…
Multiple Choice Questions 1. Who has been recommended as the next Chief Justice of India (CJI)? A) Justice Kurian Joseph B) Justice B.R. Gavai C) Justice Sanjiv Khanna D) Justice Rajesh Kumar Singh Answer: B) Justice B.R. Gavai 2. Which country finalized the Pandemic Treaty to be presented at the 78th World Health Assembly? A)…
Who has been appointed as the 52nd Chief Justice of India? a) Justice Sanjiv Khanna b) Justice B.R. Gavai c) Justice D.Y. Chandrachud d) Justice N.V. Ramana Answer: b) Justice B.R. Gavai Which state government declared Mitathal and Tighrana as protected archaeological sites of the Harappan civilization? a) Punjab b) Haryana c) Rajasthan d) Gujarat…
Which Indian state became the first to implement Scheduled Castes (SC) sub-categorisation for equitable reservation distribution? a) Tamil Nadu b) Telangana c) West Bengal d) Kerala Answer: b) Telangana Who is the current Prime Minister of India as of 16.04.2025? a) Rishi Sunak b) Narendra Modi c) Pedro Sánchez d) Sheikh Hasina Answer: b) Narendra…
National News (India) Supreme Court Sets Deadline for Presidential Assent on State Bills The Supreme Court of India has mandated a three-month deadline for the President to decide on state bills reserved by the Governor, ending legislative uncertainty and reinforcing federalism. The judgment clarifies that indefinite delays are unconstitutional and the President cannot exercise an…
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with Answers 1. Where was the 6th BIMSTEC Summit held on 04 April 2025? a) New Delhi (India) b) Bangkok (Thailand) c) Kathmandu (Nepal) d) Colombo (Sri Lanka) Answer: b) Bangkok (Thailand) 2. What was the theme of the 6th BIMSTEC Summit? a) “BIMSTEC – Sustainable Growth & Innovation” b) “BIMSTEC…
National News BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok (Thailand) Prime Minister Narendra Modi (India) attended the 6th BIMSTEC Summit with the theme “BIMSTEC – Prosperous, Resilient and Open.” Key Outcomes: Adoption of Bangkok Vision 2030 and endorsement of the Eminent Persons’ Group Report for future collaboration. India-Japan 7th Maritime Dialogue Focused on strengthening naval cooperation, countering illegal…
