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(Top 30 GK Questions & Answers)
Q1. The Sentinel-6B satellite launched by SpaceX’s Falcon 9 was developed in collaboration with which region?
A) Japan and India
B) United States and European partners
C) Russia and China
D) Canada and France
Answer: United States and European partners
Brief Info: Sentinel-6B is a major climate-monitoring satellite created through US-Europe cooperation. It monitors sea-level rise, ocean topography, and long-term climate patterns using advanced radar altimetry.
Q2. The ‘Chevalier’ award given to art director Thota Tharrani is also known by which name?
A) Knight of the Legion of Honour
B) Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters
C) Grand Cross of National Order of Merit
D) Academic Palms
Answer: Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters
Brief Info: This award is presented by the French Ministry of Culture to individuals who have made exceptional contributions to arts, cinema, and literature. Thota Tharrani was honoured for his decades of work in Indian film production design.
Q3. What is the primary purpose of the e-Jagriti platform, which recently crossed 2 lakh users?
A) Digital literacy for rural areas
B) Strengthening India’s consumer dispute resolution system
C) Distributing agricultural subsidies
D) Financial assistance to MSMEs
Answer: Strengthening consumer dispute resolution
Brief Info: e-Jagriti is an integrated digital platform that helps consumers file, track, and resolve complaints online. It improves transparency and speeds up grievance redressal nationwide.
Q4. Goa Police achieved a 100% response rate for cyber-fraud cases using which helpline number?
A) 100
B) 1930
C) 112
D) 1098
Answer: 1930
Brief Info: The cyber-fraud helpline 1930 helps block fraudulent transactions in real-time. Goa Police achieved full response efficiency through a dedicated cyber cell and integrated financial coordination.
Q5. Under the India-USA LPG import deal, what percentage of India’s annual LPG imports will this contract cover?
A) 5%
B) 10%
C) 15%
D) 20%
Answer: 10%
Brief Info: This is India’s largest LPG procurement agreement with the US, providing stable fuel supply and reducing import volatility for domestic households.
Q6. Where is the National Institute of Naturopathy located, where the ‘Nisargam Healing and Wellness Festival 2025’ was held?
A) New Delhi
B) Pune
C) Bhopal
D) Chennai
Answer: Pune
Brief Info: The institute focuses on research and promotion of naturopathy. The festival showcased natural healing therapies, dietary science, and preventive wellness practices.
Q7. The Ambaji white marble that received GI Tag belongs to which state?
A) Rajasthan
B) Madhya Pradesh
C) Gujarat
D) Maharashtra
Answer: Gujarat
Brief Info: Ambaji marble from Banaskantha district is known for its fine grain and durability. The GI Tag protects its authenticity and boosts trade.
Q8. Which major AMR surveillance network is active in India?
A) NARMS-Net
B) GLASS
C) AMR-India
D) WHO-AMR
Answer: NARMS-Net
Brief Info: The National Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring System tracks bacterial resistance across hospitals and labs, helping shape national AMR policy.
Q9. BSF’s first all-women drone squad ‘Durga’ was established in which city?
A) Amritsar
B) Gwalior
C) Siliguri
D) Jaisalmer
Answer: Gwalior
Brief Info: The unit strengthens surveillance capabilities along sensitive border zones. Women drone pilots are trained in night operations, mapping, and threat detection.
Q10. Which bank has started salary management services for more than 56,000 KVS employees?
A) SBI
B) Bank of Baroda
C) Union Bank of India
D) PNB
Answer: Union Bank of India
Brief Info: The bank will manage salaries, insurance, pension, and digital services for all Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan staff.
Q11. On which Japanese island is the Sakurajima volcano located?
A) Shikoku
B) Kyushu
C) Hokkaido
D) Honshu
Answer: Kyushu
Brief Info: Sakurajima is one of Japan’s most active volcanoes, frequently producing ash plumes and lava flows near Kagoshima Bay.
Q12. What is the full form of AMRUT launched by the Ministry of Health?
A) Affordable Medicine and Reliable Implant for Treatment
Answer: Affordable Medicine and Reliable Implant for Treatment
Brief Info: The scheme aims to provide cost-effective implants, medicines, and essential treatment solutions across hospitals.
Q13. Who from India featured in TIME’s “100 Most Influential Climate Leaders 2025”?
A) Kailash Satyarthi
B) Sonam Wangchuk
C) Vandana Shiva
D) Medha Patkar
Answer: Sonam Wangchuk
Brief Info: Wangchuk was recognised for his work on artificial glaciers, sustainable water storage, and Himalayan climate protection.
Q14. Who is a member of the 16th Finance Commission?
A) Shaktikanta Das
B) Ajay Narayan Jha
C) Urjit Patel
D) Rajiv Kumar
Answer: Ajay Narayan Jha
Brief Info: He has expertise in public expenditure, state finances, and fiscal policy, contributing to national resource allocation decisions.
Q15. India’s deepest underwater research laboratory will be set up at what depth?
A) 1000m
B) 3000m
C) 6000m
D) 8000m
Answer: 6000m
Brief Info: The lab will enable deep-sea biological research, mineral studies, and extreme-environment exploration under the Deep Ocean Mission.
Q16. During the traditional ‘Rolane’ festival, what are the groom and bride called?
A) King and Queen
B) Rola and Rolane
C) Veer and Veerangana
D) Man and Woman
Answer: Rola and Rolane
Brief Info: The festival in Himachal Pradesh’s Kinnaur region celebrates community bonding and old Himalayan marriage traditions.
Q17. Despite having DPDP Rules, ambiguity remains regarding which law for persons with disabilities?
A) Company Law
B) Property Law
C) Guardianship Law
D) Marriage Law
Answer: Guardianship Law
Brief Info: Different states follow inconsistent guardianship norms, causing difficulty in ensuring data protection rights for disabled individuals.
Q18. IIT Delhi’s startup developed a high-precision diode laser under which mission?
A) Make in India
B) National Quantum Mission
C) Digital India
D) Aatmanirbhar Bharat
Answer: National Quantum Mission
Brief Info: The laser will support quantum sensing, secure communication, and advanced computing research.
Q19. The proposed India-Bhutan cross-border rail link passes through which states?
A) Assam and West Bengal
Answer: Assam and West Bengal
Brief Info: Two major links will boost regional trade, tourism, and strategic connectivity with Bhutan.
Q20. In QS Sustainability Rankings 2025, universities from which countries dominated the top 15?
A) Asia and Africa
B) UK, Canada, Sweden
C) USA and Australia
D) Germany and France
Answer: UK, Canada and Sweden
Brief Info: These nations lead in sustainability research, green innovation, and campus environmental practices.
Q21. What is ‘Ann Darpan’ used for in PDS reform?
A) Ration Distribution App
B) Warehouse Management Software
C) Mini Cross-Service Platform
D) AI Feedback System
Answer: Mini Cross-Service Platform
Brief Info: It integrates multiple PDS processes to improve tracking, transparency, and operational efficiency.
Q22. Which state’s Agriculture Department launched the new emblem and motto “Shashwat Sheti Samruddha Shetkari”?
A) Gujarat
B) Maharashtra
C) Karnataka
D) Andhra Pradesh
Answer: Maharashtra
Brief Info: The department rebranded after 38 years to align with modern, sustainable farming policies.
Q23. Which awareness campaign helped spread information about antimicrobial resistance in India?
A) NARS Net
B) Red Light Campaign
C) GLASS
D) NAP-AMR
Answer: Red Light Campaign
Brief Info: The campaign uses public spaces and targeted messaging to discourage misuse of antibiotics.
Q24. What is the full form of Karnataka’s KEO personal computer?
A) Knowledge-Enabled Open Source
B) Karnataka Economic Opportunity
C) Knowledge Driven Economical Open Source
D) Kinetic Energy Optimization
Answer: Knowledge Driven Economical Open Source
Brief Info: KEO is an affordable, AI-ready PC developed for educational and government use.
Q25. What is one major structural problem in India’s PDS system?
A) High prices paid to farmers
B) High storage costs
C) Leakage, corruption, and inefficiency
D) Purchase of only rice
Answer: Leakage, corruption, and inefficiency
Brief Info: Diversion of grain, weak monitoring, and outdated systems reduce the effectiveness of PDS distribution.
Q26. Who received additional charge as Secretary (Security), responsible for PM and VVIP protection?
A) Ajit Doval
B) Rajiv Gauba
C) Parag Jain
D) Ajay Kumar
Answer: Parag Jain
Brief Info: The RAW chief will now supervise SPG operations as the administrative head of security.
Q27. Who has been appointed as the Non-Executive Part-Time Chairman of J&K Bank?
A) Dinesh Khara
B) Atanu Chakraborty
C) S. Krishnan
D) Shaktikanta Das
Answer: S. Krishnan
Brief Info: His appointment was approved by RBI to strengthen corporate governance at the bank.
Q28. Which Indian art director was honoured with the French Chevalier award?
A) Ravi Desai
B) Thota Tharrani
C) Satyajit Ray
D) Javed Akhtar
Answer: Thota Tharrani
Q29. Which film became the first to release on India’s Defence Theatre Network?
A) Sam Bahadur
B) 120 Bahadur
C) Border
D) URI
Answer: 120 Bahadur
Brief Info: The film is based on the 1962 Rezang La battle and honours the bravery of Indian soldiers.
Q30. Indian Railways developed the ‘Drishti’ wagon-locking monitoring system with which IIT?
A) IIT Madras
B) IIT Delhi
C) IIT Guwahati
D) IIT Dhanbad
Answer: IIT Guwahati
Brief Info: Drishti uses AI to monitor open or unsafe wagon doors to prevent theft and ensure cargo safety.
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