Daily Current Affairs Quiz: 21st March 2025

Q.1) Which tech giants have signed a pledge to support tripling the world’s nuclear energy capacity by 2050?

[a] Apple, Microsoft, and Tesla

[b] Amazon, Google, and Meta

[c] IBM, Oracle, and Intel

[d] Twitter, Netflix, and Adobe

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Answer: [b] Amazon, Google, and Meta

Explanation:

Tech giants Amazon, Alphabet’s Google, and Meta Platforms have signed a pledge to support tripling the world’s nuclear energy capacity by 2050. The initiative was led by the World Nuclear Association and signed on the sidelines of CERAWeek by S&P Global, a premier energy conference held in Houston, USA.

The pledge, while nonbinding, signals strong corporate and governmental support for expanding nuclear power. Nuclear energy is seen as a crucial clean energy source to meet growing power demands while reducing carbon emissions.

Q.2) What is the new public brand name of the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF)?

[a] Commonwealth Athletics

[b] Commonwealth Olympic Committee

[c] Commonwealth Sport

[d] Global Commonwealth Games

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Answer: [c] Commonwealth Sport

Explanation:

On Commonwealth Day (March 10, 2025), the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) announced its public rebranding as ‘Commonwealth Sport’ under the ‘More in Common’ campaign.

The new brand name signifies a shift from a Sports Federation to a Sports Movement. The legal entity will retain the name ‘Commonwealth Games Federation’, but public branding will use ‘Commonwealth Sport’. The rebranding aims to create a stronger, more unified global identity for the organization.

Q.3) Where will India’s first private-sector trainer aircraft manufacturing facility be established?

[a] Tamil Nadu

[b] Maharashtra

[c] Haryana

[d] Gujarat

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Answer: [c] Haryana

Explanation:

India’s first-ever private sector trainer aircraft manufacturing facility will be set up in Hisar, Haryana by the end of 2025. The project is a collaboration between Tamil Nadu-based Sakthi Group and Austria’s Diamond Aircraft Industries. Memorandum of Understanding (Mou) Signed between Sakthi Aircraft Industry Pvt Ltd (SAIPL) and Aero Club of India (ACI). Under this agreement, 200 Diamond DA40 NG trainer aircraft will be manufactured and supplied in India. The initiative will support pilot training programs and strengthen the ‘Make in India’ initiative in the aviation sector.

Q.4) Which company has launched its first large language model (LLM) named FoxBrain to enhance manufacturing and supply chain management?

[a] Samsung

[b] Foxconn

[c] Intel

[d] Qualcomm

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Answer: [b] Foxconn

Explanation:

Foxconn, the world’s largest contract electronics manufacturer, has unveiled its first large language model (LLM) called FoxBrain. The AI model is designed to optimize manufacturing and supply chain operations.

FoxBrain is expected to enhance automation, efficiency, and AI-driven decision-making in Foxconn’s production facilities. Trained using 120 Nvidia H100 GPUs, completing its development in just four weeks. Nvidia provided technical support via its Taipei-1 supercomputer, the largest in Taiwan, based in Kaohsiung.

Q.5) Which country has emerged as the largest arms importer in the world for the period 2020-2024, according to the latest SIPRI report?

[a] India

[b] Saudi Arabia

[c] Ukraine

[d] China

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Answer: [c] Ukraine

Explanation:

According to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) report, titled “The World’s Largest Arms Importers 2020-2024”, Ukraine has become the world’s largest arms importer, accounting for 8.8% of total global arms imports.

Ukraine’s Arms Imports: Nearly half of Ukraine’s arms imports came from the United States, the leading global arms exporter.cAt least 35 countries have supplied Ukraine with major arms, primarily as military aid, due to the ongoing conflict with Russia.

India ranked as the world’s second-largest arms importer, accounting for 8.3% of total global arms imports. India has historically been one of the top arms importers, focusing on strengthening its defense capabilities.

Q.6) Where was the 3rd India-Cambodia Foreign Office Consultation (FOC) held?

[a] Phnom Penh

[b] New Delhi

[c] Siem Reap

[d] Bangkok

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Answer: [c] Siem Reap

Explanation:

The 3rd India-Cambodia Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) took place in Siem Reap, Cambodia, reinforcing the longstanding partnership between the two nations.Foreign Office Consultations (FOCs) are important diplomatic mechanisms that facilitate regular dialogue between countries, ensuring effective cooperation and strategic partnerships.

The FOC served as a diplomatic platform to discuss and coordinate issues of mutual interest. It highlighted the strong bilateral ties between India and Cambodia. 

Q.7) What is the name of the Indian Navy’s capstone Theatre Level Operational Exercise conducted in early 2025?

[a] VARUNA 2025

[b] MILAN 2025

[c] TROPEX 2025

[d] INDRA 2025

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Answer: [c] TROPEX 2025

Explanation:

The Theatre Level Operational Readiness Exercise (TROPEX) 2025 is the Indian Navy’s largest operational exercise, conducted over three months from January to March 2025. It served to validate key operational concepts and enhance combat readiness.
Covered a massive area in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), including the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal. Spanned 4,300 nautical miles (North-South) and 5,000 nautical miles (West-East), extending from the Strait of Hormuz in the west to the Sunda and Lombok Straits in the east.

Q.8) India recently signed an MoU with which country for cooperation in medical product regulation?

[a] Kazakhstan

[b] Armenia

[c] Uzbekistan

[d] Azerbaijan

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Answer: [b] Armenia

Explanation:

India and Armenia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in medical product regulation. This agreement aims to strengthen collaboration in pharmaceuticals, digital health technologies, and regulatory practices between the two nations. A separate MoU was signed between: Sushma Swaraj Institute of Foreign Service (India) and Diplomatic School of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Armenia). This will enhance diplomatic training, knowledge exchange, and bilateral relations.

Q.9) Which city hosted the Fisheries Startup Conclave 2.0, organized by the Department of Fisheries,  Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying (MoFAH&D)?

[a] Chennai

[b] Hyderabad

[c] Kochi

[d] Mumbai

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Answer: [b] Hyderabad

Explanation:

The Department of Fisheries, under MoFAH&D, organized the Fisheries Startup Conclave 2.0 in Hyderabad, Telangana. The event aimed to promote entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainability in fisheries and aquaculture sectors. National Fisheries Digital Platform (NFDP) Mobile App was launched. It was developed under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Samridhi Sah-Yojana (PM-MKSSY). It aims to digitize fisheries operations, improve data management, and provide real-time support.

Q.10) Which FMCG brand has been ranked as India’s most valued in the YouGov India Value Rankings 2025?

[a] Britannia

[b] Nestlé

[c] Amul

[d] HUL

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Answer: [c] Amul

Explanation:

According to YouGov India Value Rankings 2025, Amul has been ranked as the third most valued brand in India, making it the only Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) brand in the top three. The list also features Amazon and Flipkart, which secured the top two positions.

Amul, managed by the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), continues to be India’s leading dairy brand. The ranking assesses brands based on consumer perception, loyalty, and value for money. E-commerce giants Amazon and Flipkart secured the top two spots.

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