Q1. The National Crop Nutrition Summit focuses primarily on which of the following objectives?
A. Promoting organic farming only
B. Soil health, balanced fertilisation, and sustainable agriculture
C. Expanding fertilizer subsidies
D. Export promotion of agricultural inputs
Answer: B
Explanation:
The summit emphasises soil health, nutrient-use efficiency, balanced fertilisation, and climate-resilient agriculture , aligning with sustainable agri-input policies.
Q2. India adding new sites to the Ramsar List strengthens its commitment mainly to:
A. Coastal tourism development
B. Flood control infrastructure
C. Wetland conservation and biodiversity protection
D. Inland fisheries expansion
Answer: C
Explanation:
Ramsar sites are designated for wetland conservation , ecosystem services, climate adaptation, and biodiversity protection.
Q3. World Wetlands Day is observed annually on:
A. 1 February
B. 2 February
C. 5 February
D. 10 February
Answer: B
Explanation:
World Wetlands Day is observed on 2 February , marking the adoption of the Ramsar Convention (1971).
Q4. Kavach Version 4.0 commissioned by Indian Railways is best described as:
A. High-speed signalling system
B. Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system
C. Freight monitoring platform
D. Satellite-based navigation system
Answer: B
Explanation:
Kavach is an indigenous ATP system using RFID, optical fibre, and automation to prevent train collisions.
Q5. The large-scale rollout of Kavach reflects which broader national objective?
A. Digital India Mission
B. Smart Cities Mission
C. Atmanirbhar Bharat in transport technology
D. National Logistics Policy
Answer: C
Explanation:
Kavach is a Made-in-India safety technology , reinforcing self-reliance in critical transport infrastructure .
Q6. The completion of a steel bridge for the Mumbai–Ahmedabad Bullet Train project signifies:
A. Full operationalisation of the corridor
B. Make in India in high-speed rail infrastructure
C. Electrification of railway lines
D. Indigenous train manufacturing
Answer: B
Explanation:
The project highlights technology transfer, advanced infrastructure capability, and execution strength under Make in India .
Q7. The Supreme Court’s ruling on menstrual health places it under which constitutional provision?
A. Article 14
B. Article 19
C. Article 21
D. Article 25
Answer: C
Explanation:
The Court held menstrual health and hygiene as part of the Right to Life and Personal Liberty under Article 21 .
Q8. The SC ruling on menstrual health primarily strengthens which principle?
A. Procedural equality
B. Substantive equality and gender justice
C. Directive Principles of State Policy
D. Freedom of expression
Answer: B
Explanation:
By recognising menstrual health as a right, the Court advanced substantive equality, dignity, and gender-sensitive jurisprudence .
Q9. The Assam tea garden workers scheme mainly reflects which governance concern?
A. Industrial automation
B. Export promotion
C. Labour welfare in plantation economy
D. Cooperative federalism
Answer: C
Explanation:
Tea plantations have historically faced labour welfare issues; the scheme addresses inclusive growth and worker support .
Q10. Uttarakhand being awarded “Best State for Promotion of Aviation Ecosystem” highlights progress in:
A. International aviation hubs
B. Defence aviation
C. Regional connectivity and heliport infrastructure
D. Aircraft manufacturing
Answer: C
Explanation:
The award reflects UDAN connectivity, tourism access, disaster response capability, and regional aviation growth .
Q11. The Numbeo Cost-of-Living Index is primarily useful for analysing:
A. Poverty ratios
B. Fiscal deficits
C. Urban living expenses and quality of life
D. Employment elasticity
Answer: C
Explanation:
Numbeo indices assess cost of living, urban affordability, migration trends, and lifestyle pressures .
Q12. Indian Coast Guard Day is observed on 1 February because the force was established in:
A. 1962
B. 1965
C. 1971
D. 1977
Answer: D
Explanation:
The Indian Coast Guard was established in 1977 , hence 1 February is observed as ICG Day.
Q13. RBI imposing a penalty on Northern Arc Capital primarily underlines:
A. Credit growth slowdown
B. NBFC governance and compliance enforcement
C. Liquidity infusion
D. Priority sector lending
Answer: B
Explanation:
Such penalties reflect RBI’s supervisory discipline over NBFCs and regulatory compliance enforcement .
Q14. India’s Country Partnership Framework (CPF) with the World Bank focuses on all EXCEPT:
A. Infrastructure development
B. Human capital investment
C. Climate action
D. Defence procurement
Answer: D
Explanation:
CPF supports developmental priorities like infrastructure, jobs, climate, and human capital—not defence procurement.
Q15. SBI’s CHAKRA Centre of Excellence is primarily aimed at financing:
A. Agricultural subsidies
B. Sunrise sectors like deep-tech and green energy
C. Consumer durable loans
D. Housing for urban poor
Answer: B
Explanation:
CHAKRA focuses on strategic sunrise sectors , supporting India’s long-term economic transformation.