Q1. Which Indian state has become the first to formally announce a SpaceTech Policy?
[a] Maharashtra
[b] Karnataka
[c] Telangana
[d] Gujarat
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Answer: [d] Gujarat
Explanation:
Gujarat has become the first Indian state to announce a dedicated Space Tech Policy (2025–2030) aimed at accelerating the development of the space technology ecosystem within the state. The policy aims to provide incentives, infrastructure support, and fiscal assistance to encourage investments, startups, and entrepreneurship in the sector. The SpaceTech Policy is part of Gujarat’s broader vision to become a technology and innovation hub, attracting both national and international players in the expanding space economy.
Q.2) The Indian Air Force is integrating which indigenous glide bomb with its Su-30MKI fighter jets?
[a] Garuda 500
[b] Sudarshan
[c] Khagantak-225
[d] Astra-IR
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Answer: [c] Khagantak-225
Explanation:
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has taken a major step towards indigenisation and defence self-reliance by integrating the Khagantak-225, a 243-kg precision-guided glide bomb, with its Su-30MKI fighter aircraft. The Khagantak-225 is designed to hit targets with high accuracy from standoff ranges, boosting India’s strike capabilities without compromising pilot safety. The Su-30MKI, a key asset in India’s air fleet, is now being further enhanced with indigenous weapon systems to bolster its multirole combat capabilities.
Q.3) Which country has been elected to chair INTERPOL’s newly formed Committee on Governance?
[a] France
[b] India
[c] United States
[d] United Arab Emirates (UAE)
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Answer: [d] United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Explanation:
United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been elected as the Chair of INTERPOL’s newly established Committee on Governance, a key body aimed at improving transparency, accountability, and governance within the global policing organization. The election was held at INTERPOL’s headquarters in Lyon, France, reflecting the growing global recognition of UAE’s contributions to international law enforcement cooperation. The Committee on Governance is responsible for setting standards and overseeing ethical frameworks, operational procedures, and compliance mechanisms within INTERPOL.
Q.4) Which ministry organizes the National Highways Excellence Awards?
[a] Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
[b] Ministry of Infrastructure Development
[c] Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
[d] NITI Aayog
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Answer: [a] Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
Explanation:
The 6th National Highways Excellence Awards (NHEA) 2023 were organized by Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) to recognize best practices and innovations in the planning, construction, operations, maintenance, and tolling of National Highways. The awards ceremony took place at the prestigious Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, highlighting the government’s emphasis on recognizing the hard work of professionals and agencies contributing to India’s infrastructure growth.
Q.5) According to Airports Council International (ACI), which country is expected to surpass China in air passenger traffic growth rate by 2026?
[a] Japan
[b] Indonesia
[c] India
[d] Vietnam
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Answer: [c] India
Explanation:
Airports Council International (ACI) has projected that India will record the world’s fastest air passenger traffic growth rate 10.5% by 2026, surpassing China in this segment. This projection reflects India’s booming aviation sector, driven by growing middle-class travel demand, increasing air connectivity, and ongoing infrastructure development like regional airports and the UDAN scheme. The report further establishes India as a major player in the global aviation industry, supported by policy reforms, private investment, and rising domestic and international flight operations.
Q.6) Which international organization has finalized the proposal for a legally binding World Pandemic Treaty?
[a] United Nations
[b] World Trade Organization
[c] World Health Organization (WHO)
[d] World Bank
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Answer: [c] World Health Organization (WHO)
Explanation:
World Health Organization (WHO) has finalized proposal for a legally binding World Pandemic Treaty after three years of intensive negotiations involving member states. This treaty aims to create a global framework for pandemic preparedness, early response coordination, transparent data sharing, equitable access to vaccines and medicines, and to prevent the repeat of global unpreparedness witnessed during COVID-19.
It is only the second time the WHO has developed a legally binding international instrument, the first being the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control.
Q.7) What is Meghayan-25, recently hosted by the Indian Navy?
[a] A maritime warfare exercise
[b] A defence manufacturing summi
[c] A meteorological and oceanological symposium
[d] A naval recruitment drive
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Answer: [c] A meteorological and oceanological symposium
Explanation:
The Indian Navy hosted the 3rd edition of Meghayan-25, a Meteorological and Oceanological Symposium focused on enhancing knowledge and collaboration in naval meteorology and oceanography. The event was organized to commemorate the formation of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and celebrate World Meteorological Day 2025, which is observed every year on 23rd March.
The symposium fosters the exchange of scientific research, innovation, and practices in meteorological and oceanographic sciences, which are vital for maritime operations, safety, and planning.
Q.8) Which of the following countries recently participated in the 6th edition of the joint military exercise ‘DUSTLIK-VI’ held in Pune?
[a] India and Kazakhstan
[b] India and Uzbekistan
[c] India and Turkmenistan
[d] India and Kyrgyzstan
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Answer: [b] India and Uzbekistan
Explanation:
DUSTLIK-VI is the 6th edition of the India-Uzbekistan Joint Military Exercise, held in April 2025 at the Foreign Training Node in Aundh, Pune, Maharashtra. The bilateral exercise aims to enhance interoperability, cooperation, and mutual understanding between the armed forces of the two nations. The 5th edition (DUSTLIK-V) was held in April 2024 in the Termez District of Uzbekistan, highlighting the alternating hosting arrangement between the two countries. The focus of the exercise includes joint tactical operations, counter-terrorism drills, and sharing of best practices in military strategies.