Q.1) Which Indian company has partnered with Israel’s MicroCon Vision to supply advanced drone camera technology in India?
[a] Bharat Dynamics Ltd.
[b] Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd.
[c] Paras Defence and Space Technologies
[d] DRDO
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Answer: [c] Paras Defence and Space Technologies
Explanation:
Paras Defence and Space Technologies Ltd., a leading Indian defence engineering company, has signed a preliminary agreement with MicroCon Vision, an Israeli company under the Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Group. The deal will bring advanced drone camera technology to India, with Paras Defence becoming the exclusive supplier of these systems in the Indian domestic market. This partnership is aimed at reducing import dependency and lowering costs of high-end drone surveillance equipment, significantly boosting India’s indigenous defence capabilities under Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Q.2) Which banks have been designated as corporate agents at GIFT City to offer insurance services to NRIs and PIOs?
[a] SBI and Axis Bank
[b] HDFC Bank and IDFC First Bank
[c] ICICI Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank
[d] Bank of Baroda and Canara Bank
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Answer: [b] HDFC Bank and IDFC First Bank
Explanation:
HDFC Bank, IDFC First Bank, and Stock Holding Corporation of India Ltd (SSIL) have been authorized to operate as corporate insurance agents at GIFT City, India’s premier International Financial Services Centre (IFSC). This move allows them to sell insurance products to a vast diaspora of over 35 million NRIs and PIOs, expanding financial inclusivity and offering more insurance options abroad. This also aligns with the government’s “Insurance for All by 2047” and Atmanirbhar Bharat visions.
Q.3) What is the full form of MRSAM, whose flight tests were successfully conducted in latest testing phase?
[a] Missile-Ready Strike and Aerial Management
[b] Medium-Range Strategic Advanced Missile
[c] Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile
[d] Multi-Role Surveillance and Attack Missile
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Answer: [c] Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile
Explanation:
DRDO and Indian Army successfully conducted four flight tests of the Army variant of the Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) system. These were conducted at the Integrated Test Range (ITR) on Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island, off the Odisha coast.
MRSAM Army variant is a highly advanced air defence system jointly developed by DRDO and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI). It is designed to neutralize aerial threats such as enemy aircraft, missiles, and drones at a range of approximately 70 km. The successful tests validate the system’s accuracy, reliability, and operational capability, marking a major boost to India’s indigenous defence tech.
Q.4) As of February 2025, which state leads in solar power installations at Indian railway stations?
[a] Gujarat
[b] Maharashtra
[c] Rajasthan
[d] Tamil Nadu
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Answer: [c] Rajasthan
Explanation:
Indian Railways has installed 2,249 solar power plants at various railway stations and service buildings across India by February 2025. Rajasthan tops the list among all states and union territories with 275 installations, demonstrating leadership in renewable energy adoption in the transport sector. This initiative aligns with Indian Railways’ broader green energy mission to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainability. Solar panels installed at railway stations help meet energy needs for lighting, operations, and services, lowering dependency on conventional electricity.
Q.5) Rongali Bihu, also known as Bohag Bihu, marks which major event in Assam?
[a] Republic Day
[b] Assamese New Year and start of the harvest season
[c] National Integration Week
[d] End of monsoon season
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Answer: [b] Assamese New Year and start of the harvest season
Explanation:
Rongali Bihu, also known as Bohag Bihu or Xaat Bihu, is one of the most significant cultural festivals of Assam. It marks the Assamese New Year, the arrival of spring, and the beginning of the agricultural harvest season. Celebrated over seven days, each day has its unique significance and traditional customs, such as dances (Bihu dance), music, and community feasts. The festival reflects Assam’s agrarian roots, seasonal transitions, and cultural vibrancy, making it an important occasion for social bonding and celebration.
Q.6) Which country has assumed the chairmanship of BIMSTEC for the next two years (2025)?
[a] Thailand
[b] India
[c] Bangladesh
[d] Sri Lanka
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Answer: [c] Bangladesh
Explanation:
Bangladesh has officially assumed chairmanship of BIMSTEC for next two years, taking over from Thailand, which hosted 6th BIMSTEC Summit. BIMSTEC stands for Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation—a regional organization established to enhance economic and technical cooperation among seven South and Southeast Asian countries. BIMSTEC serves as a vital platform to link South Asia and Southeast Asia, with Bangladesh now at the helm to steer upcoming multilateral projects and initiatives.
Q.7) Where was the 6th BIMSTEC Summit held in 2025, with theme “BIMSTEC: Prosperous, Resilient, and Open”?
[a] India
[b] Bangladesh
[c] Nepal
[d] Thailand
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Answer: [d] Thailand
Explanation:
India’s Prime Minister participated in 6th BIMSTEC Summit, held in Thailand, the then chair of the grouping. The summit carried the theme “BIMSTEC: Prosperous, Resilient, and Open”, underlining efforts to enhance regional integration, economic growth, disaster resilience, and open cooperation among the seven member countries. On the sidelines, India and Thailand agreed to elevate their bilateral relationship to a Strategic Partnership, marking a major development in diplomatic and economic relations.
Q.8) What is the name of the highest civilian honour of Sri Lanka awarded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2025?
[a] Sri Lanka Shanti Ratna
[b] Mitra Vibhushana
[c] Lanka Ratna Samman
[d] Maha Mitra Award
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Answer: [b] Mitra Vibhushana
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded the ‘Sri Lanka Mitra Vibhushana’, Sri Lanka’s highest civilian honour for foreign nationals. The award was conferred by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in a prestigious ceremony at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo.
It recognizes PM Modi’s outstanding role in strengthening India-Sri Lanka relations, reflecting the historic friendship and mutual cooperation between the two nations. This honour also marks the 22nd international award conferred upon PM Modi by foreign governments, highlighting his global statesmanship and diplomatic outreach.
Q.9) Which two countries signed their first-ever defence cooperation pact in April 2025?
[a] India and Maldives
[b] India and Bangladesh
[c] India and Sri Lanka
[d] India and Myanmar
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Answer: [c] India and Sri Lanka
Explanation:
India and Sri Lanka signed their first-ever Defence Cooperation Pact, marking a historic milestone in regional defence and strategic relations. The pact outlines a broader roadmap for intensified collaboration across multiple defence and strategic areas. Both nations recognized that their security interests are interconnected, especially in Indian Ocean Region. Defence pact was one among seven key agreements signed during bilateral engagement, reflecting a deepening of ties across defence, economy, and strategic cooperation.
Q.10) Which two Harappan-era archaeological sites were recently declared protected monuments by the Haryana Government?
[a] Rakhigarhi and Banawali
[b] Tighrana and Mitathal
[c] Kalibangan and Lothal
[d] Dholavira and Surkotada
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Answer: [b] Tighrana and Mitathal
Explanation:
Haryana Government has declared two important Indus Valley Civilization sites—Tighrana and Mitathal in Bhiwani district—as protected monuments. These sites belong to the Harappan era and are over 4,400 years old, dating back to the mature phase of the IVC.
The move was taken under the Haryana Ancient and Historical Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1964, aimed at preserving archaeological heritage. These sites are significant for their evidence of urban planning, bead-making industries, and copper-age tools, shedding light on ancient civilizations in the region.
Q.11) What is the primary objective of the DRMS launched by the Meghalaya Government?
[a] Conduct disaster awareness programs
[b] Monitor weather patterns
[c] Real-time disaster reporting and relief disbursement
[d] Insurance assessment for disaster victims
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Answer: [c] Real-time disaster reporting and relief disbursement
Explanation: Meghalaya Government launched Disaster and Relief Monitoring System (DRMS) to digitize and streamline disaster response in state. DRMS enables real-time reporting of disasters like earthquakes and flash floods, and helps in quick and transparent relief distribution to affected populations. Meghalaya, being in a high seismic zone and frequently experiencing intense rainfall, is vulnerable to natural calamities, making this system a crucial step for disaster preparedness and management.