Q.1) Who has been appointed as the Chairperson of FICCI’s Media and Entertainment Committee (South)?
[a] Rajinikanth
[b] Kamal Haasan
[c] Mani Ratnam
[d] Shankar
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Answer: [b] Kamal Haasan
Explanation
Veteran actor and filmmaker Kamal Haasan has been appointed as the Chairperson of the FICCI Media and Entertainment Committee (South). The announcement was made during the Media and Entertainment Business Conclave: South Connect 2025, organized by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) in Chennai.
Kamal Haasan’s leadership is expected to bring a strategic vision to India’s growing media and entertainment sector, especially in the Southern region, which plays a vital role in national and international content production.
Q.2) National Maritime Day in India commemorates the contribution of which sector?
[a] Aviation Industry
[b] Information Technology
[c] Merchant Navy and Maritime Sector]
[d] Agricultural Sector
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Answer: [c] Merchant Navy and Maritime Sector
Explanation:
India celebrated the 62nd National Maritime Day on 5 April 2025, along with the Merchant Navy Week, to recognize the vital role of the maritime sector and seafarers in national development. The day marks the sailing of the first Indian merchant vessel, SS Loyalty, from Mumbai to London on 5 April 1919, symbolizing India’s entry into the global maritime trade.
It pays tribute to India’s maritime legacy, the Merchant Navy’s contribution to trade, commerce, and global connectivity, and the economic strength built by maritime logistics and shipping.
Q.3) Which organization received the SKOCH 2025 Award for infrastructure development?
[a] MMRDA
[b] NHAI
[c] MSRDC
[d] MIDC
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Answer: [c] MSRDC
Explanation
MSRDC (Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation Ltd.) was conferred with the SKOCH 2025 Award for excellence in infrastructure for implementing its flagship mega-project “ Hindu Hrudaysamrat Balasaheb Thackeray Maharashtra Samruddhi Mahamarg”, also known as the Mumbai–Nagpur Expressway. The Samruddhi Mahamarg is one of India’s longest and most advanced expressways, enhancing connectivity between Mumbai and Nagpur, boosting economic development and reducing travel time.
Q.4) Who has won the 2025 Windham-Campbell Prize in the Non-Fiction category?
[a] Arundhati Roy
[b] Rana Dasgupta
[c] Salman Rushdie
[d] Jhumpa Lahiri
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Answer: [b] Rana Dasgupta
Explanation:
Rana Dasgupta, a British author of Indian origin, won the 2025 Windham-Campbell Prize in Non-Fiction, awarded by Yale University. He was recognized for his critical examination of global hypercapitalism, industrialization, politics, and class, particularly reflected in his acclaimed book Capital: A Portrait of Twenty-First-Century Delhi. The Windham-Campbell Prize is awarded to eight writers across genres annually, and each recipient is granted $175,000 to support their literary work.
Q.5) What is the name of the first human spaceflight to orbit over both the Arctic and Antarctic regions?
[a] Polaris Mission
[b] Fram2 Mission
[c] CrewX Expedition
[d] Horizon-1
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Answer: [b] Fram2 Mission
Explanation:
Fram2 Mission, launched by SpaceX, made history as the first-ever crewed spaceflight to orbit over both the Arctic and Antarctic regions. The mission lifted off from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida using a Falcon 9 rocket. This feat marks a significant milestone in the history of human space exploration, expanding the scope of orbital trajectories for manned missions
Q.6) What is the name of India’s first vertical-lift sea bridge inaugurated in Tamil Nadu?
[a] Vivekananda Sea Bridg
[b] Krishna Setu
[c] New Pamban Bridge
[d] Rameswaram Expressway
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Answer: [c] New Pamban Bridge
Explanation:
New Pamban Bridge is India’s first vertical-lift railway sea bridge, located in Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It connects Rameswaram Island with Mandapam on the Indian mainland across the Palk Strait. Inaugurated by PM Modi, the new bridge replaces 110-year-old Pamban Bridge, which was decommissioned in 2022 due to aging infrastructure. The vertical-lift feature allows the bridge to raise its central span for the safe passage of ships and ferries.
Q.7) As of April 2025, which state has the second highest number of Geographical Indication (GI) tagged products in India?
[a] Maharashtra
[b] Karnataka
[c] Tamil Nadu
[d] West Bengal
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Answer: [c] Tamil Nadu
Explanation:
Geographical Indication (GI) Registry granted 6 new GI tags to Tamil Nadu, taking the state’s total to 69 GI products, second only to Uttar Pradesh (79 GI products) as of April 2025.
Newly GI-tagged products from Tamil Nadu: Panruti Palappazham (Jackfruit); Panruti Cashew; Virudhunagar Samba Vathal (Dried Red Chillies); Puliyankudi Acid Lime; Ramanadu Chithiraikar Rice; Chettikulam Small Onion (Shallots).
Q.8 ) Which silk-related product from Malda received GI tag status in this update?
[a] Murshidabad Silk
[b] Bishnupur Silk Saree
[c] Nistari Silk Yarn
[d] Bengal Tussar Silk
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Answer: [c] Nistari Silk Yarn
Explanation:
In April 2025, West Bengal received Geographical Indication (GI) recognition for 7 traditional products, increasing the state’s GI product count to 33. Newly GI-tagged products: Nolen Gurer Sandesh – Iconic Bengali sweet made from date palm jaggery; Baruipur Guava – Distinctive guava variety; Kamarpukur White Bonde – Traditional sweet; Murshidabad Chhanabora – Cottage cheese-based dessert; Bishnupur Motichur Laddoo – Famous sweet from Bankura district; Radhunipagal Rice – Indigenous rice variety; Malda Nistari Silk Yarn – Unique silk fiber from Malda region
Q.9) Which traditional textile from Meghalaya recently received the GI tag in April 2025?
[a] Muga Silk
[b] Ryndia
[c] Eri Silk
[d] Mizo Puon
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Answer: [b] Ryndia
Explanation:
In April 2025, Ryndia, a traditional Eri silk fabric from Meghalaya, along with Meghalaya Handloom Products, received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. Ryndia is Hand-spun and handwoven, naturally dyed using plant-based dyes, organically produced and ethically sourced. It is popular among the Khasi tribe and central to Meghalaya’s cultural identity. With this GI tag, Meghalaya strengthens its identity in the eco-friendly, heritage handloom sector.
Q.10) Which of the following products is not among the newly GI-tagged Kashmiri crafts?
[a] Kashmir Willow Bat
[b] Kashmir Chain Stitch
[c] Kashmir tilla
[d] Shikara
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Answer: [c] Kashmir tilla
In April 2025, 8 new traditional Kashmiri crafts received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, bringing the total GI-certified crafts of Kashmir to 15.
The newly GI-tagged crafts are: Kashmir Namda (felted woolen rugs with embroidery); Kashmir Gabba (recycled wool carpets); Kashmir Chain Stitch (needle embroidery); Kashmir Willow Bat (used in cricket); Shikara (traditional wooden boat); Crewel (decorative embroidery); Kashmir Tweed (woven wool fabric); Wagguv (reed mats).
Q.11) At which international forum did India advocate for the Baku to Belém Roadmap?
[a] G20 Environment Summit
[b] UNFCCC COP29
[c] 11th BRICS Environment Ministers’ Meeting
[d] World Sustainable Development Forum
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Answer: [c] 11th BRICS Environment Ministers’ Meeting
Explanation:
India, at 11th BRICS Environment Ministers’ Meeting held in Brasília, Brazil, emphasized the importance of the Baku to Belém Roadmap, a major climate finance and sustainability initiative. The Baku to Belém Roadmap aims to mobilize USD 1.3 trillion annually by 2035 to support the implementation of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) – commitments made by countries under the Paris Agreement to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance climate resilience. The roadmap seeks BRICS cooperation for mobilizing finance, technology transfer, and capacity building, particularly for developing nations facing climate challenges.
Q.12) In which country is the Trincomalee Energy Hub being developed ?
[a] India
[b] UAE
[c] Sri Lanka
[d] Bangladesh
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Answer: [c] Sri Lanka
Explanation:
In a major step toward regional energy collaboration, India, UAE, and Sri Lanka have signed a tripartite MoU to develop Trincomalee Energy Hub in Sri Lanka. Trincomalee, located on Sri Lanka’s eastern coast, is strategically ideal for energy logistics and infrastructure. This cutting-edge energy hub is envisioned to serve as a central point for fuel storage, refinery, and clean energy initiatives, fostering greater energy integration and cooperation across South Asia and the Middle East.
Q.13) Which state has launched the ‘Mukhya Mantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan’ to promote women entrepreneurship?
[a] Uttar Pradesh
[b] Assam
[c] Madhya Pradesh
[d] Odisha
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Answer: [b] Assam
Explanation:
Launched by the Assam Government, the Mukhya Mantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan (MMMUA) is one of the largest state-led initiatives for women entrepreneurship in India. The campaign aims to empower around 30 lakh women by providing them with financial support to start or scale up their businesses. The scheme will be implemented in phases across the state and offers three stages of financial assistance, ensuring sustained support for women entrepreneurs at various levels.