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1) What is the primary purpose of the three surveys launched by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in May 2025?

(a) To evaluate banking infrastructure

(b) To gather consumer sentiment ahead of the monetary policy meeting

(c) To review international trade policies

(d) To assess fiscal deficit

(e) To study the agricultural output

2) From May 1, 2025, the Reserve Bank of India Mandates Use of PRAVAAH Portal for All Regulatory Applications from May 1, 2025 What is the full form of PRAVAAH as per the RBI's directive?

(a) Platform for Regulation and Validation of Authorised Applications and Handling

(b) Platform for Regulatory Application, Validation and Authorisation

(c) Program for Review and Verification of All Authorised Applications

(d) Portal for Reserve Bank Application, Validation and Handling

(e) Platform for RBI Approvals and Validation of Authorised Holders

3) Recently, the Airtel Payments Bank has launched eco-friendly NCMC (National Common Mobility Cards) enabled debit and pre-paid cards. What payment network powers these NCMC-enabled cards?

(a) Visa

(b) Mastercard

(c) Amex

(d) Diners Club

(e) RuPay

4) Who launched the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme (GHCI) of India?

(a) Narendra Modi

(b) Bhupender Yadav

(c) Piyush Goyal

(d) Pralhad Joshi

(e) Nitin Gadkari

5) Which ministry notified the Draft Gases Emissions Intensity (GEI) Target Rules, 2025?

(a) Ministry of Power

(b) Ministry of Finance

(c) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

(d) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

(e) Ministry of Industry and Commerce

6) Which ministry released the guidelines for Bio-input Resource Centres under National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF)?

(a) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

(b) Ministry of Food Processing Industries

(c) Ministry of Rural Development

(d) Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare

(e) Ministry of Chemical and Fertilizer

7) As per the report, the Ghaziabad Nagar Nigam Issues India’s First Certified Green Municipal Bond for Water Recycling Facility. How much capital was raised through India’s first Certified Green Municipal Bond?

(a) ₹50 crore

(b) ₹100 crore

(c) ₹150 crore

(d) ₹200 crore

(e) ₹250 crore

8) Who is set to continue as Prime Minister of Canada following the recent election?

(a) Justin Trudeau

(b) Pierre Poilievre

(c) Jagmeet Singh

(d) Mark Carney

(e) Chrystia Freeland

9) Who has been elected as the next Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago?

(a) Keith Rowley

(b) Kamla Persad-Bissessar

(c) Erla Harewood-Christopher

(d) Paula-Mae Weekes

(e) Winston Dookeran

10) What is the capital of Trinidad and Tobago?

(a) Port of Spain

(b) San Fernando

(c) Scarborough

(d) St. George's

(e) Georgetown

11) Who has been appointed as the new head of the National Security Advisory Board (NSAB)?

(a) Ajit Doval

(b) Alok Joshi

(c) Ramesh Chand

(d) Bipin Rawat

(e) Rajesh Mishra

12) On 28 April 2025, which rocket successfully launched from Cape Canaveral to begin the full-scale deployment of Amazon's Project Kuiper?

(a) ULA Atlas V

(b) Blue Origin New Glenn

(c) SpaceX Falcon 9

(d) Boeing Starliner

(e) ISRO GSLV Mk III

13) Which platform will be used to strengthen employment linkages in the logistics sector, according to the MoU Signed Between the Ministry of Labour& Employment and Rapido to Boost Job Opportunities?

(a) LinkedIn

(b) Indeed

(c) National Career Service (NCS) portal

(d) Monster India

(e) Internshala

14) Who led the Egyptian delegation that visited India to strengthen bilateral cooperation in technical and vocational education and training (TVET)?

(a) H.E. Ahmed Hegazi

(b) H.E. Prof. Dr. Ayman Bahaa El Din

(c) H.E. Mohamed El-Sayed

(d) H.E. Nabila Makram

(e) H.E. Sameh Shoukry

15) Recently, Brazil World Cup Winner Jair Da Costa passed away. Which club did Jair da Costa begin his professional football career with?

(a) Santos

(b) Portuguesa

(c) Flamengo

(d) Palmeiras

(e) Botafogo

16) Choose the name of the former Vice Chief of the Indian Army who passed away recently at the age of 78:

(a) Lt Gen Deepak Kapoor

(b) Lt Gen Satish Dua

(c) Lt Gen S Pattabhiraman

(d) Lt Gen Rakesh Loomba

(e) Lt Gen Harpal Singh

17) When is International Jazz Day observed?

(a) April 25

(b) April 28

(c) April 30

(d) May 1

(e) May 5

18) Where was the first International Labour Day observed in India?

(a) Mumbai

(b) Kolkata

(c) Delhi

(d) Chennai

(e) Hyderabad

19) What is the purpose of the e-Shram Portal?

(a) To provide health insurance for workers

(b) To create a national database for unorganised workers

(c) To offer education and training programs for workers

(d) To provide loans to small businesses

(e) To offer subsidies for worker housing

20) Who is the current Prime Minister of Egypt?

(a) Ahmed Shafik

(b) Mostafa Madbouly

(c) Essam Sharaf

(d) Hossam Badrawi

(e) Ibrahim Mahlab

Answers :

1) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has launched three major surveys in May 2025 to gather consumer sentiment ahead of its upcoming monetary policy meeting scheduled for June 4–6.

These surveys are conducted regularly and help the central bank make informed policy decisions based on consumer perception and expectations.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has launched three major surveys in May 2025 to gather consumer sentiment ahead of its upcoming monetary policy meeting scheduled for June 4–6.

These surveys are conducted regularly and help the central bank make informed policy decisions based on consumer perception and expectations.

The Inflation Expectations Survey of Households (IESH) aims to capture subjective assessments from individuals on current and future price movements based on their consumption patterns.

This survey is being conducted across 19 cities in India.

The Urban Consumer Confidence Survey (UCCS) collects qualitative responses from urban households regarding their views on the overall economic situation, job scenario, price levels, income, and spending.

Like the IESH, this survey is also being carried out in 19 cities.

The Rural Consumer Confidence Survey (RCCS) seeks to assess current perceptions and one-year-ahead expectations from households in rural and semi-urban areas.

2) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a directive requiring all regulated financial entities to use the PRAVAAH portal for submitting applications related to licences, authorisations, and approvals starting May 1, 2025.

This move aims to centralise regulatory communications and bring uniformity across the financial system.

PRAVAAH stands for Platform for Regulatory Application, Validation and Authorisation.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a directive requiring all regulated financial entities to use the PRAVAAH portal for submitting applications related to licences, authorisations, and approvals starting May 1, 2025.

This move aims to centralise regulatory communications and bring uniformity across the financial system.

PRAVAAH stands for Platform for Regulatory Application, Validation and Authorisation.

It is a secure, web-based digital platform launched by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

Purpose: To enable filing, tracking, and managing of applications for licences, authorisations, and approvals.

From May 1, 2025, exclusive use of PRAVAAH is mandated for all Regulated Entities (REs):

Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks, RRBs)

Urban Co-operative Banks

State and Central Co-operative Banks

All-India Financial Institutions

Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) and Housing Finance Companies

Primary Dealers

3) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Airtel Payments Bank has launched eco-friendly NCMC (National Common Mobility Cards) enabled debit and pre-paid cards.

The bank has partnered with National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to offer interoperable cards powered by RuPay.

Detailed Explanation:

Airtel Payments Bank has launched eco-friendly NCMC (National Common Mobility Cards) enabled debit and pre-paid cards.

The bank has partnered with National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to offer interoperable cards powered by RuPay.

This initiative supports India’s One Nation, One Card vision, emphasizing interoperability across transit and payment systems.

Two types of cards introduced:

NCMC-enabled Debit Card for savings account customers

NCMC-enabled Pre-paid Card for wallet customers

Both cards are made using eco-friendly e-PVC material, certified for its environmental sustainability.

The cards can be used for:

Payments at all merchant establishments

Online (e-commerce) and offline NCMC transit transactions (metros, buses, parking, etc.)

4) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) organized a National Workshop on “Opportunities for MSMEs in the Green Hydrogen Supply Chain” in New Delhi.

During the event, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi launched the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India (GHCI).

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) organized a National Workshop on “Opportunities for MSMEs in the Green Hydrogen Supply Chain” in New Delhi.

During the event, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi launched the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India (GHCI).

Launched by: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi

Purpose:

Certify green hydrogen production in India

Ensure transparency, traceability, and market credibility

Significance:

Supports India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM)

Aims to establish India as a global hub for green hydrogen

5) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) notified the Draft Gases Emissions Intensity (GEI) Target Rules, 2025.

Aims to implement the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS), 2023.

Supports India’s commitment under the Paris Agreement to reduce GHG emissions intensity of GDP by 45% by 2030 (compared to 2005 levels).

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) notified the Draft Gases Emissions Intensity (GEI) Target Rules, 2025.

Aims to implement the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS), 2023.

Supports India’s commitment under the Paris Agreement to reduce GHG emissions intensity of GDP by 45% by 2030 (compared to 2005 levels).

GEI = GHG emissions per unit of output (e.g., per tonne of cement).

Measured in tCO₂e (tonnes of CO₂ equivalent).

Covers major greenhouse gases including CO₂, CH₄, N₂O, CFCs, HCFCs.

Baseline Year: FY 2023–24

Target Years: FY 2025–26 and 2026–27

Linked to: Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS), 2023

Total industrial units: 282

Cement – 186 units

Aluminium – 13 units

Pulp & Paper – 53 units

Chlor-Alkali – 30 units

6) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare released detailed guidelines for establishing Bio-input Resource Centres (BRCs) under the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF).

NMNF was launched in November 2024 to promote chemical-free, sustainable farming across India.

Detailed Explanation:

The Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare released detailed guidelines for establishing Bio-input Resource Centres (BRCs) under the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF).

NMNF was launched in November 2024 to promote chemical-free, sustainable farming across India.

Promote local production and availability of natural bio-inputs.

Assist farmers who are unable to produce bio-inputs on their own.

Disseminate knowledge and best practices related to natural farming at the grassroots level.

₹1 lakh per BRC, provided in two tranches of ₹50,000 each.

Infrastructure costs not included (e.g., land rent, shed construction).

Entrepreneurs must arrange physical infrastructure themselves.

7) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Ghaziabad Nagar Nigam (GNN) has become the first Urban Local Body (ULB) in India to issue a Certified Green Municipal Bond, raising ₹150 crore to fund an advanced Tertiary Sewage Treatment Plant (TSTP).

Detailed Explanation:

Ghaziabad Nagar Nigam (GNN) has become the first Urban Local Body (ULB) in India to issue a Certified Green Municipal Bond, raising ₹150 crore to fund an advanced Tertiary Sewage Treatment Plant (TSTP).

This initiative is part of the Swachh Bharat Mission–Urban and demonstrates India's evolving urban financial mechanisms and commitment to sustainability.

₹150 crore raised through India’s first Certified Green Municipal Bond.

Funds are allocated to the establishment of the Tertiary Sewage Treatment Plant (TSTP).

Supported by both the Government of India and the Government of Uttar Pradesh.

8) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Mark Carney, a former banker and political newcomer, led the Liberal Party to a strong electoral performance and will continue as Prime Minister of Canada.

Detailed Explanation:

Mark Carney, a former banker and political newcomer, led the Liberal Party to a strong electoral performance and will continue as Prime Minister of Canada.

The Liberal Party is currently leading in 168 seats in the House of Commons, just shy of the 172 required for a majority. Final vote counting is still underway.

Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievreconceded defeat after a tightly contested race that saw both parties running close in the polls leading up to election day.

If the Liberals do not reach the 172-seat threshold, they may need to form a minority government, as was the case under Justin Trudeau in 2021.

9) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Kamla Persad-Bissessar will be the next Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago.

Her party United National Congress has won the parliamentary election of the twin-island Caribbean nation.

Detailed Explanation:

Kamla Persad-Bissessar will be the next Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago.

Her party United National Congress has won the parliamentary election of the twin-island Caribbean nation.

The victory marks a remarkable comeback for 73-year-old Persad-Bissesar who previously served as Prime Minister from 2010-2015.

She is the only woman ever to have led the Caribbean country.

The snap election was triggered after the former Prime Minister Keith Rowley of People’s National Movement resigned amid a surge in the cost of living, Trump’s trade wars and soaring crime rates.

10) Answer: A

About Trinidad and Tobago:

Capital: Port of Spain

Currency: Trinidad and Tobago Dollar (TTD)

President: Christine Kangaloo

Prime Minister: Kamla Persad-Bissessar

11) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Union Government has reconstituted the National Security Advisory Board (NSAB), appointing former RAW chief Alok Joshi as its new head.

Detailed Explanation:

The Union Government has reconstituted the National Security Advisory Board (NSAB), appointing former RAW chief Alok Joshi as its new head.

The board now has seven members, including retired officials from the armed forces, Indian Police Service (IPS), and Indian Foreign Service (IFS).

Newly inducted members include:

Air Marshal P.M. Sinha (former Western Air Commander)

Lt. General A.K. Singh (former Southern Army Commander)

Rear Admiral Monty Khanna

Rajiv Ranjan Verma and Manmohan Singh (retired IPS officers)

B.Venkatesh Varma(former diplomat)

12) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

A United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V rocket successfully lifted off on 28 April from Cape Canaveral, initiating the full-scale deployment of Amazon’s Project Kuiper.

The mission, named Kuiper-1, launched the first batch of operational satellites for Amazon’s planned broadband internet constellation of over 3,200 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO).

Detailed Explanation:

A United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V rocket successfully lifted off on 28 April from Cape Canaveral, initiating the full-scale deployment of Amazon’s Project Kuiper.

The mission, named Kuiper-1, launched the first batch of operational satellites for Amazon’s planned broadband internet constellation of over 3,200 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO).

The satellites on the KA-01 mission feature key upgrades from 2023 prototypes:

Enhanced phased array antennas for dynamic beam steering

Upgraded onboard processors

Efficient solar arrays

Refined Hall-effect electric propulsion

New optical inter-satellite links (OISLs) using infrared lasers with 100 Gbps transfer speeds

These OISLs enable direct satellite-to-satellite data transfer, reducing dependency on ground stations.

13) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Labour & Employment signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Rapido in New Delhi, aiming to strengthen employment linkages in the logistics sector through the National Career Service (NCS) portal.

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Labour & Employment signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Rapido in New Delhi, aiming to strengthen employment linkages in the logistics sector through the National Career Service (NCS) portal.

National Career Service (NCS) portal — a central government initiative with 1.75 crore job seekers and 40 lakh employers registered.

Create 50 lakh livelihood opportunities over the next 1–2 years through the NCS platform.

Promote inclusive employment, especially for women and youth.

Enable hyperlocal job matching, domestic and international placements, and real-time hiring through API integration.

Women Empowerment: Rapido’s “Pink Rapido” initiative aims to provide 5 lakh jobs for women.

Digital Empowerment: Structured onboarding, job awareness, and access to worker welfare schemes.

NCS is now integrated with platforms such as My Bharat, eShram, SIDH, MEA – eMigrate, and others.

14) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) hosted a high-level Egyptian delegation led by H.E. Prof. Dr. Ayman Bahaa El Din, Deputy Minister of Technical Education in New Delhi, aiming to strengthen bilateral cooperation in technical and vocational education and training (TVET).

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) hosted a high-level Egyptian delegation led by H.E. Prof. Dr. Ayman Bahaa El Din, Deputy Minister of Technical Education in New Delhi, aiming to strengthen bilateral cooperation in technical and vocational education and training (TVET).

Meeting organized by MSDE, Government of India.

Facilitated by GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit) offices in India and Egypt.

Builds on the 2023 elevation of India-Egypt relations to a Strategic Partnership.

Follows Egypt conferring its highest civilian honour on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Skill India Mission Achievements:

Over 4 lakh individuals trained in advanced technologies like AI, robotics, and big data.

Over 1.3 million entrepreneurs nurtured.

15) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Jair da Costa, a member of Brazil’s 1962 FIFA World Cup-winning squad, has died at the age of 84, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) confirmed.

Jair began his professional career at Portuguesa and later rose to fame with Inter Milan, where he won:

4 Italian Serie A titles

2 European Cups (now UEFA Champions League)

2 Intercontinental Cups

Detailed Explanation:

Jair da Costa, a member of Brazil’s 1962 FIFA World Cup-winning squad, has died at the age of 84, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) confirmed.

Jair began his professional career at Portuguesa and later rose to fame with Inter Milan, where he won:

4 Italian Serie A titles

2 European Cups (now UEFA Champions League)

2 Intercontinental Cups

Jair was Garrincha’s reserve in Brazil’s 1962 World Cup squad, considered one of the most iconic teams in football history.

Portuguesa, where Jair played from 1960 to 1962, also honored him, noting he was “one of the first Brazilians to play in Europe.”

In Italy, Jair became a central figure in “Grande Inter”, the legendary Inter Milan side coached by Helenio Herrera.

16) Answer: C

Former Vice Chief of the Army Lt Gen S Pattabhiraman has passed away at the age of 78.

Lt Gen Pattabhiraman had an illustrious career, including serving as Colonel Commandant of The Bombay Sappers.

He retired as Vice Chief of the Army Staff (VCOAS) in 2006, after 40 years of service in prestigious roles.

He was notably the first Director General of Information Systems of the Indian Army and commanded the Western Command, which is the Indian Army’s largest operational command.

17) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

International Jazz Day 2025 is observed on April 30, under UNESCO patronage, to honour jazz music’s role in fostering peace, diversity, dialogue, and mutual understanding.

Detailed Explanation:

International Jazz Day 2025 is observed on April 30, under UNESCO patronage, to honour jazz music’s role in fostering peace, diversity, dialogue, and mutual understanding.

Initiated by Herbie Hancock in 2011, the day unites musicians, educators, and communities worldwide through concerts, workshops, and discussions.

Established by: UNESCO, 2011

Key Supporter: Herbie Hancock, UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador and jazz legend

Date: Annually on April 30

Activities:

UNESCO Global Concert (2024 in Tangier, Morocco)

Local workshops, masterclasses, panel discussions

Live-streamed events for worldwide access

18) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

International Labour Day 2025 will be observed on May 1, a day dedicated to recognising the efforts and contributions of workers across sectors.

First observed: 1923 in Chennai (then Madras) by Labour Kisan Party of Hindustan led by Comrade Singaravelu Chettiar.

Detailed Explanation:

International Labour Day 2025 will be observed on May 1, a day dedicated to recognising the efforts and contributions of workers across sectors.

Date: May 1, 1886

Location: United States, where workers began a nationwide strike for an eight-hour workday.

Tragic Event: The Haymarket Affair in Chicago, where a bomb blast led to casualties, cemented the movement's significance.

In 1889, the Second International declared May 1 as International Workers’ Day to honour the struggle.

First observed: 1923 in Chennai (then Madras) by Labour Kisan Party of Hindustan led by Comrade Singaravelu Chettiar.

Red Flag: Symbol of labour rights first used in this event.

The day coincides with Maharashtra Day and Gujarat Day, marking the formation of these states in 1960.

19) Answer: B

Major Government Initiatives

e-Shram Portal: A national database for unorganised workers.

PM Shram Yogi Maandhan Yojana: Pension scheme for informal workers.

MGNREGA: Provides 100 days of wage employment to rural households.

National Career Service (NCS): A platform for job seekers and employers.

20) Answer: B

About Egypt

Capital: Cairo

Currency: Egyptian Pound

President: Abdel Fattah El-Sisi

Prime minister: Mostafa Madbouly