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1) What is the current liquidity surplus in the banking system, as measured by funds parked in the RBI’s LAF?

(a) ₹2.69 trillion

(b) ₹1.7 trillion

(c) ₹4.04 trillion

(d) ₹5.25 trillion

(e) ₹1 trillion

2) According to RBI’s Financial Stability Report (FSR), what was the Gross NPA ratio of Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) as of March 31, 2025?

(a) 3.7%

(b) 2.3%

(c) 2.8%

(d) 0.9%

(e) 4.2%

3) What were the Gross NPA and Net NPA ratios of Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) in FY 2024–25?

(a) 2.8% and 0.7%

(b) 2.3% and 0.5%

(c) 3.1% and 1.0%

(d) 2.5% and 0.6%

(e) 2.2% and 0.4%

4) What was the share of stressed assets of NBFCs in the microfinance sector as of March 2025 from 3.9% in September 2024?

(a) 5.9%

(b) 4.5%

(c) 3.9%

(d) 6.4%

(e) 7.2%

5) What is the name of the proposed dedicated platform introduced by SEBI for NPO fundraising through the Social Stock Exchange?

(a) SSE-Dashboard

(b) E-Fundraising System

(c) SSE Electronic Book Provider (SSE-EBP)

(d) NGO Bond Exchange

(e) SEBI-Social Portal

6) How much has the International Finance Corporation (IFC) committed to IndiGrid for India’s largest standalone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project?

(a) ₹460 crore

(b) ₹500 crore

(c) ₹560 crore

(d) ₹380 crore

(e) ₹550 crore

7) On which date did Max Financial Services Ltd report the potential cyber threat in a regulatory filing?

(a) June 30, 2025

(b) July 1, 2025

(c) June 25, 2025

(d) July 8, 2025

(e) June 15, 2025

8) What is the Cost Inflation Index (CII) notified by the Income Tax Department for the financial year 2025–26?

(a) 348

(b) 356

(c) 367

(d) 376

(e) 382

9) As per the report, Receivables Exchange of India Limited (RXIL), a TReDS platform, has crossed the milestone of ₹2 lakh crore in MSME invoice financing. Which of the following banks are stakeholders in RXIL along with SIDBI and NSE?

(a) Axis Bank, HDFC Bank, and PNB

(b) SBI, ICICI Bank, and Yes Bank

(c) BoB, Canara Bank, and IDBI Bank

(d) Indian Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, and HSBC

(e) UCO Bank, Bank of India, and Union Bank

10) What is the main reason behind Puri's upgrade to municipal corporation status?

(a) Boosting tourism revenue

(b) Political re-zoning

(c) Rising population and pilgrim inflow

(d) Urban beautification campaign

(e) Industrial development

11) What is the expected reduction in toll charges as per the revised toll calculation formula by Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH)?

(a) Up to 25%

(b) Up to 35%

(c) Up to 40%

(d) Up to 50%

(e) Up to 60%

12) What is the primary purpose of the newly launched Skin Bank in Kerala?

(a) Cosmetic surgery support

(b) Skin whitening treatments

(c) Treatment of leprosy

(d) Reconstructive care for burn victims using donated skin

(e) Tattoo removal services

13) Recently, West Bengal is set to host India’s first dedicated sports university, named Netaji Subhas University of Sports and Entrepreneurship (NSUSE), in Chinsurah, Hooghly. Which organization is establishing NSUSE in West Bengal?

(a) Indian Olympic Association

(b) Sports Authority of India

(c) Bengal Sports Council

(d) Techno India Group

(e) Khelo India Foundation

14) Which state has recently approved the State Logistics Policy 2025 to become a logistics and export hub?

(a) Odisha

(b) Madhya Pradesh

(c) Chhattisgarh

(d) Jharkhand

(e) Rajasthan

15) Recently, Russia became the first country to formally recognise the Taliban government in Afghanistan since it seized power in 2021. Since the Taliban seized power in August 2021, which of the following countries has not formally recognised their regime but has appointed ambassadors to Kabul?

(a) China

(b) Pakistan

(c) United Arab Emirates (UAE)

(d) Uzbekistan

(e) United States

16) Which school’s students from India won first prize in the NASA-NSS Space Settlement Design Contest 2025 (8th grade category)?

(a) National Public School, Bengaluru

(b) S.R.N. Mehta CBSE School, Kalaburagi

(c) DAV Public School, Pune

(d) Delhi Public School, Hyderabad

(e) Kendriya Vidyalaya, Kochi

17) As per the news, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Conferred Trinidad and Tobago’s Highest Civilian Honour During Historic Visit. Which symbolic cultural gifts did PM Modi present during his Trinidad and Tobago visit?

(a) Gita and Gandhi memorabilia

(b) Kalash and Rudraksha beads

(c) Mahakumbh holy water and Ram Mandir replica

(d) Vedas and an ISRO satellite model

(e) Tiranga and Yoga scroll

18) How many Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed during PM Modi's 2025 visit to Trinidad & Tobago?

(a) 6

(b) 5

(c) 9

(d) 7

(e) 8

19) Who won the rapid title at the SuperUnited Rapid & Blitz 2025 chess tournament held in Zagreb, Croatia?

(a) Magnus Carlsen

(b) Jan-Krzysztof Duda

(c) R Praggnanandhaa

(d) D Gukesh

(e) Anish Giri

20) Who recently became the first woman to be inducted into the fighter stream of the Indian Navy?

(a) Shivangi Singh

(b) Bhawana Kanth

(c) Astha Poonia

(d) Tanya Shergill

(e) Avani Chaturvedi

21) Recent in news, Peter Rufai, former Nigeria goalkeeper, passed away.  Against which country did Peter Rufai score his historic goal in an international match?

(a) Ghana

(b) South Africa

(c) Egypt

(d) Cameroon

(e) Ethiopia

22) As per the news Michael Madsen, who passed away, was best known for his roles in films directed by which filmmaker?

(a) Martin Scorsese

(b) Steven Spielberg

(c) Quentin Tarantino

(d) Ridley Scott

(e) Oliver Stone

23) Every year on July 6^th observed as World Zoonoses Day. This day commemorates the first-ever vaccine administered for which zoonotic disease?

(a) Ebola

(b) Swine Flu

(c) Rabies

(d) Bird Flu

(e) Leptospirosis

24) Which iconic Bengali sweet recently received a GI tag in 2025?

(a) Rasgulla

(b) Nolen Gurer Sandesh

(c) Mishti Doi

(d) Kheer Kadam

(e) Pantua

25) Which Indian state is planning to introduce a stricter anti-conversion law in 2025?

(a) Madhya Pradesh

(b) Chhattisgarh

(c) Uttar Pradesh

(d) Jharkhand

(e) Odisha

Answers :

1) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The banking system liquidity surplus, measured by funds parked in the RBI’s Liquidity Adjustment Facility (LAF), surged to ₹4.04 trillion, the highest since May 19, 2022.

Detailed Explanation:

The banking system liquidity surplus, measured by funds parked in the RBI’s Liquidity Adjustment Facility (LAF), surged to ₹4.04 trillion, the highest since May 19, 2022.

The surge is mainly due to increased government spending and a record ₹2.69 trillion surplus transfer by the RBI in May.

During the seven-day Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) auction on Thursday, the RBI received bids worth around ₹1.7 trillion against a notified amount of ₹1 trillion and accepted ₹1 trillion at a cut-off rate of 5.47%.

The bidding was significantly higher compared to the previous week's auction, which saw bids of only ₹84,975 crore.

VRRR auctions are used to absorb excess liquidity from the banking system and align overnight rates with the repo rate.

The overnight weighted average call rate (WACR) is currently near the Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) rate of 5.25% and below the repo rate of 5.50%.

2) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

As per the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Financial Stability Report (FSR), Asset quality of Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) continues to improve, with Gross NPA (GNPA) and Net NPA ratios at multi-year lows, .

Gross NPA ratio of SCBs declined to 2.3% as of March 31, 2025, down from 2.8% a year ago.

Detailed Explanation:

As per the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Financial Stability Report (FSR), Asset quality of Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) continues to improve, with Gross NPA (GNPA) and Net NPA ratios at multi-year lows, .

Gross NPA ratio of SCBs declined to 2.3% as of March 31, 2025, down from 2.8% a year ago.

Public Sector Banks (PSBs) saw a notable improvement, with GNPAs falling from 3.7% in March 2024 to 2.8% in March 2025.

Private Sector Banks maintained a stable GNPA ratio at 2.8%, while Foreign Banks improved further to 0.9%.

Macro stress tests indicated that SCBs’ capital levels will remain above regulatory minimums even under adverse stress scenarios.

The RBI’s FSR noted that loan write-offs, including technical write-offs, were a key driver for the decline in GNPAs over the last five years.

The write-offs-to-GNPA ratio rose to 31.8% in FY25, up from 29.5% in FY24, driven by private sector lenders and foreign banks; PSBs showed a marginal decline.

3) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Write-offs were a major contributor to the reduction in Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) over the past five years, according to the RBI’s Financial Stability Report (FSR).

Asset quality of Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) improved, with Gross NPA and Net NPA ratios falling to multi-decadal lows of 2.3% and 0.5%, respectively, in FY 2024–25 (FY25).

Detailed Explanation:

Write-offs were a major contributor to the reduction in Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) over the past five years, according to the RBI’s Financial Stability Report (FSR).

Asset quality of Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) improved, with Gross NPA and Net NPA ratios falling to multi-decadal lows of 2.3% and 0.5%, respectively, in FY 2024–25 (FY25).

The write-offs-to-Gross NPA ratio for SCBs increased to 31.8% in FY25 from 29.5% in FY24, led by private banks and foreign banks, while Public Sector Banks (PSBs) saw a marginal decline.

Unsecured retail loans accounted for 25% of retail loans and 8.3% of gross advances, but had a Gross NPA ratio of 1.8%, compared to 1.2% for the overall retail portfolio as of March 2025.\

Slippages in unsecured retail loans remained elevated for Private Sector Banks (PVBs), contributing 78.9% of total fresh slippages in H2 FY25, compared to 11.3% for PSBs and 6.4% for Small Finance Banks (SFBs).

Write-offs in the unsecured retail loan segment were 81.9% by PVBs and only 10.9% by PSBs in FY25

4) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

As per the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Financial Stability Report (FSR), the share of stressed assets of Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in the microfinance sector (including NBFC-MFIs) increased to 5.9% in March 2025 from 3.9% in September 2024.

Slippage ratios among upper layer NBFCs have been rising, along with an upward trend in loan write-offs.

Detailed Explanation:

As per the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Financial Stability Report (FSR), the share of stressed assets of Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in the microfinance sector (including NBFC-MFIs) increased to 5.9% in March 2025 from 3.9% in September 2024.

Slippage ratios among upper layer NBFCs have been rising, along with an upward trend in loan write-offs.

Write-offs for upper layer NBFCs surged to 72.9% in March 2025 from about 50% in June 2022.

For middle layer NBFCs, write-offs increased to 38.7% from approximately 20% during the same period.

Combined write-offs for both layers rose to 46.4% in March 2025, up from nearly 20% in June 2022.

The Non-Banking Stability Indicator showed a marginal deterioration since December 2024, mainly due to increased risks in cost of funds and borrowing.

5) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed a dedicated electronic book provider platform for fundraising by not-for-profit organisations (NPOs) through the Social Stock Exchange (SSE).

The new framework introduces a common bidding and settlement platform called the SSE Electronic Book Provider (SSE-EBP) to facilitate NPOs issuing Zero Coupon Zero Principal instruments and other permitted securities.

NPOs aiming to raise ₹50 lakh or more in a single issue or through shelf issues must use the SSE-EBP platform.

Detailed Explanation:

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed a dedicated electronic book provider platform for fundraising by not-for-profit organisations (NPOs) through the Social Stock Exchange (SSE).

The new framework introduces a common bidding and settlement platform called the SSE Electronic Book Provider (SSE-EBP) to facilitate NPOs issuing Zero Coupon Zero Principal instruments and other permitted securities.

NPOs aiming to raise ₹50 lakh or more in a single issue or through shelf issues must use the SSE-EBP platform.

The platform will be accessible to a broad range of participants, including qualified institutional buyers (QIBs), non-institutional investors, and retail investors.

Issuers are required to submit detailed fundraising documents and term sheets before the issue date, outlining project details, issue size, and key terms.

Investors can place bids through an anonymous pooling system on working days between 9 am and 5 pm, aligned with the schedule of recognised stock exchanges.

Issuers must submit a Draft Fund Raising Document (DFRD) and a term sheet specifying issue size, bid terms, minimum lot size, and mode of allotment.

If successful bidders fail to make payment on time, they will face a 30-day debarment from the SSE-EBP platform.

6) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, has committed ₹460 crore to IndiGrid for building India’s largest standalone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Gujarat

Detailed Explanation:

IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, has committed ₹460 crore to IndiGrid for building India’s largest standalone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Gujarat

The project will support Gujarat’s clean energy goals by improving grid stability and ensuring reliable power during peak demand.

The funding includes long-term financing of USD 55 million (approximately ₹460 crore), structured through listed non-convertible debentures:

USD 38.5 million from IFC’s own account

USD 16.5 million in concessional support from the Clean Technology Fund (under the World Bank’s Climate Investment Funds framework)

IndiGrid is the first Infrastructure Investment Trust (InvIT) in the Indian power sector and is a trusted partner of IFC in promoting sustainable and inclusive infrastructure.

7) Answer: B

Axis Max Life Insurance, a joint venture between Axis Bank and Max Financial Services Ltd, reported a potential cyber threat after receiving anonymous communication about unauthorised access to customer data.

In a regulatory filing on July 1, 2025, Max Financial Services Ltd informed BSE and NSE about the alleged data breach.

An unidentified sender claimed to have breached systems and accessed sensitive customer information.

8) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Income Tax Department has notified the Cost Inflation Index (CII) for the financial year 2025-26 (Assessment Year 2026-27) on July 1, 2025.

The CII for FY 2025-26 is set at 376, which will be used to compute the indexed cost of acquisition for assets sold in FY 2025-26.

This new CII figure will be effective from April 1, 2026.

Detailed Explanation:

The Income Tax Department has notified the Cost Inflation Index (CII) for the financial year 2025-26 (Assessment Year 2026-27) on July 1, 2025.

The CII for FY 2025-26 is set at 376, which will be used to compute the indexed cost of acquisition for assets sold in FY 2025-26.

This new CII figure will be effective from April 1, 2026.

The CII helps in adjusting the purchase price of long-term capital assets to account for inflation, thereby reducing the capital gains tax liability.

According to current rules, if a house property is acquired on or before July 22, 2024, and sold on or after July 23, 2024, homeowners can choose between two tax calculation methods:

Old rule: Tax calculated at 20% with indexation benefit.

New rule: Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) tax calculated at 12.5% without indexation benefit.

9) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Receivables Exchange of India Limited (RXIL), a TReDS platform, has crossed the milestone of ₹2 lakh crore in MSME invoice financing.

RXIL is a joint venture promoted by SIDBI and NSE, along with State Bank of India (SBI), ICICI Bank, and Yes Bank.

Detailed Explanation:

Receivables Exchange of India Limited (RXIL), a TReDS platform, has crossed the milestone of ₹2 lakh crore in MSME invoice financing.

RXIL is a joint venture promoted by SIDBI and NSE, along with State Bank of India (SBI), ICICI Bank, and Yes Bank.

In FY25 alone, the platform facilitated financing worth ₹80,500 crore.

Over 44,000 MSMEs are registered on the RXIL platform, covering 1,600 postal codes.

RXIL is regulated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and provides working capital access to MSMEs by discounting over 88.5 lakh invoices.

The platform operates in a fully-digital, infrastructure-backed environment, boosting MSME registrations.

10) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Odisha Chief MinisterMohan Charan Majhi announced, that Puri, one of India’s most revered pilgrimage sites, will be upgraded to a municipal corporation.

Sixth Municipal Corporation: Puri will join Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Sambalpur, Berhampur, and Rourkela as the sixth municipal corporation in Odisha.

Reason for Upgrade: The move addresses infrastructure strain caused by the rising population and heavy pilgrim inflow, particularly during major religious events.

Detailed Explanation:

Odisha Chief MinisterMohan Charan Majhi announced, that Puri, one of India’s most revered pilgrimage sites, will be upgraded to a municipal corporation.

Sixth Municipal Corporation: Puri will join Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Sambalpur, Berhampur, and Rourkela as the sixth municipal corporation in Odisha.

This transformation aims to enhance civic services and manage the city’s increasing population and footfall, especially during festivals like Rath Yatra and Bahuda Yatra.

Reason for Upgrade: The move addresses infrastructure strain caused by the rising population and heavy pilgrim inflow, particularly during major religious events.

Expanded Jurisdiction: The new corporation will include 7–8 nearby gram panchayats from Puri Sadar and Brahmagiri blocks to better manage regional development.

Improved Civic Services: Focus areas include roads, sanitation, water supply, and drainage. The upgrade will enable better planning and execution of urban projects.

11) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has introduced a new toll calculation formula that will reduce toll charges by up to 50% on National Highway stretches that include bridges, tunnels, flyovers, and elevated roads.

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has introduced a new toll calculation formula that will reduce toll charges by up to 50% on National Highway stretches that include bridges, tunnels, flyovers, and elevated roads.

Old Toll Calculation Method: Earlier, tolls were calculated at 10 times the per km rate for structured roads due to higher construction and maintenance costs.

Revised Toll Formula: Toll will now be calculated based on the lower of the two:

(10 × length of structures) + rest of the highway, or

5 × total length of the highway (including structures).

Example for Clarity: For a 40 km structured stretch, the old toll was based on 400 km (10 × 40 km). Under the new rule, it will be charged for 200 km (5 × 40 km), reducing the toll by half.

12) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Kerala is set to launch its first-ever Skin Bank at Thiruvananthapuram Government Medical College, coinciding with World Plastic Surgery Day.

The facility, established at a cost of ₹6.75 crore, aims to provide crucial support to burn victims across the state.

It has received approval from the Kerala State Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (K-SOTTO) for accepting skin donations.

Function of a Skin Bank: Skin banks store skin from donors, which can be used to replace damaged skin in burn victims, thereby reducing pain and infection risk. The skin is preserved at controlled temperatures for safe transplantation.

Detailed Explanation:

Kerala is set to launch its first-ever Skin Bank at Thiruvananthapuram Government Medical College, coinciding with World Plastic Surgery Day.

The facility, established at a cost of ₹6.75 crore, aims to provide crucial support to burn victims across the state.

It has received approval from the Kerala State Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (K-SOTTO) for accepting skin donations.

First Skin Bank in Kerala: The skin bank in Thiruvananthapuram Medical College will be the state’s first dedicated facility to treat burn victims using donated skin.

Inauguration on World Plastic Surgery Day: The facility will be inaugurated on July 15, aligning with World Plastic Surgery Day, enhancing awareness about reconstructive burn treatment.

Function of a Skin Bank: Skin banks store skin from donors, which can be used to replace damaged skin in burn victims, thereby reducing pain and infection risk. The skin is preserved at controlled temperatures for safe transplantation.

13) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Bengal is set to hostIndia’s first dedicated sports university, named Netaji Subhas University of Sports and Entrepreneurship (NSUSE), in Chinsurah, Hooghly.

Initiated by the Techno India Group, this private university will be a national first, blending sports education with entrepreneurship, and promises to transform India’s sports and youth empowerment landscape.

Detailed Explanation:

Bengal is set to hostIndia’s first dedicated sports university, named Netaji Subhas University of Sports and Entrepreneurship (NSUSE), in Chinsurah, Hooghly.

Initiated by the Techno India Group, this private university will be a national first, blending sports education with entrepreneurship, and promises to transform India’s sports and youth empowerment landscape.

The Netaji Subhash University of Sports and Entrepreneurship Bill, 2025, was recently passed in the Bengal Assembly and awaits the Governor’s assent.

First Full-Fledged Sports University in India: NSUSE will be the country’s first full-scale university focused exclusively on sports and entrepreneurship, positioning Bengal as a national leader in this emerging sector.

Academic & Research Excellence: The university will offer specialized courses in sports science, performance analytics, physiotherapy, nutrition, sports law, management, and coaching.

14) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Chhattisgarh Cabinet has approved the State Logistics Policy 2025 with the objective of transforming the centrally located state into a logistics and export hub.

The policy is aligned with India’s National Logistics Policy and focuses on improving infrastructure, reducing logistics costs, and enhancing export competitiveness.

Detailed Explanation:

The Chhattisgarh Cabinet has approved the State Logistics Policy 2025 with the objective of transforming the centrally located state into a logistics and export hub.

The policy is aligned with India’s National Logistics Policy and focuses on improving infrastructure, reducing logistics costs, and enhancing export competitiveness.

Objective of the Policy: The policy aims to reduce logistics costs, streamline the supply chain, and improve ease of doing business in the state, particularly for export-oriented industries.

Support for MSMEs and Farmers: Infrastructure such as dry ports and inland container depots will be developed to help MSMEs, farmers, and forest-based producers access national and international markets.

Focus on Cold Chain Infrastructure: The policy will prioritize cold storage and warehousing facilities, especially in regions like Bastar and Surguja, to minimize post-harvest losses.

Investment Promotion: It seeks to attract investment from logistics companies, warehouse operators, and e-commerce platforms, with potential support in terms of land and incentives.

15) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Russia became the first country to formally recognise the Taliban government in Afghanistan since it seized power in 2021.

No other country has formally recognised the Taliban regime since the U.S.-led withdrawal in August 2021 ended 20 years of war.

However, countries like China, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Uzbekistan, and Pakistan have appointed ambassadors to Kabul, indicating steps toward recognition.

Detailed Explanation:

Russia became the first country to formally recognise the Taliban government in Afghanistan since it seized power in 2021.

This came after Moscow officially removed the Taliban from its list of outlawed organisations.

The Russian Foreign Ministry confirmed it had received credentials from Afghanistan's newly appointed Ambassador, Gul Hassan Hassan.

No other country has formally recognised the Taliban regime since the U.S.-led withdrawal in August 2021 ended 20 years of war.

However, countries like China, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Uzbekistan, and Pakistan have appointed ambassadors to Kabul, indicating steps toward recognition.

16) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Students of S.R.N. Mehta CBSE School, Kalaburagi, secured first prize in the NASA-NSS Space Settlement Design Contest 2025 (8th grade category) for their innovative “IRA” space colony project, earning international acclaim for India.

Contest & Participation: The NASA Ames Research Center- and National Space Society-organized competition saw 4,900+ students from 25 countries vying to design future space habitats.

Detailed Explanation:

Students of S.R.N. Mehta CBSE School, Kalaburagi, secured first prize in the NASA-NSS Space Settlement Design Contest 2025 (8th grade category) for their innovative “IRA” space colony project, earning international acclaim for India.

Contest & Participation: The NASA Ames Research Center- and National Space Society-organized competition saw 4,900+ students from 25 countries vying to design future space habitats.

Winning Project – “IRA”: Developed by an 11-member team, the proposal emphasized sustainability, safety, and green technologies in a self-supporting orbital colony.

International Presentation: On June 21, 2025, at the International Space Development Conference (ISDC-2025) in Orlando, Florida, the students delivered a poster and oral presentation before 250+ space experts and astronauts.

Team Composition: The winning group included Aarna Adarsh, Deepika, Khushi, Poorvaja, Pranati, Saanika, Shambhavi, Sharan, Shreya, Zaisha Falak, and Nihar, mentored by Principal Rajashekhar Reddy.

Kennedy Space Center Visit: The U.S. trip featured a tour of the NASA Kennedy Space Center, exposing students to rocket launch facilities and fostering STEM career aspirations.

17) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded the Order of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, the nation’s highest civilian award, during his first official visit to the Caribbean country.

Symbolic Cultural Gifts: During the visit, PM Modi gifted holy water from the Mahakumbh and a replica of the Ram Mandir, reinforcing spiritual and cultural diplomacy.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded the Order of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, the nation’s highest civilian award, during his first official visit to the Caribbean country.

This honour recognizes his global leadership and efforts to strengthen ties with the Indian diaspora.

First Indian PM Visit Since 1999: PM Modi’s visit marks the first Prime Ministerial-level visit from India to Trinidad and Tobago in over two decades.

Award for Global Leadership & Diaspora Support: The award was given in recognition of Modi’s international stature, his support for the Indian-origin community worldwide, and his help during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Presented by Trinidad PM Kamla Persad-Bissessar: The award was announced by the Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, highlighting the cultural and historical ties between the two nations.

Symbolic Cultural Gifts: During the visit, PM Modi gifted holy water from the Mahakumbh and a replica of the Ram Mandir, reinforcing spiritual and cultural diplomacy.

18) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Trinidad & Tobago, marking the first Indian Prime Ministerial visit in over 25 years.

The visit led to the signing of six important Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) in Port of Spain, aimed at boosting cooperation in multiple sectors.

First High-Level Visit Since 1999: PM Modi’s visit is the first by an Indian PM to Trinidad & Tobago since 1999, symbolizing a renewed diplomatic push.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Trinidad & Tobago, marking the first Indian Prime Ministerial visit in over 25 years.

The visit led to the signing of six important Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) in Port of Spain, aimed at boosting cooperation in multiple sectors.

First High-Level Visit Since 1999: PM Modi’s visit is the first by an Indian PM to Trinidad & Tobago since 1999, symbolizing a renewed diplomatic push.

Six Strategic MoUs Signed: The two nations signed six MoUs focusing on:

Pharmaceutical standards

Quick impact infrastructure projects

Cultural exchange

Sports development

Diplomatic training

Sharing official records and research

Enhanced People-to-People Ties: PM Modi announced OCI (Overseas Citizenship of India) eligibility for sixth-generation persons of Indian origin in Trinidad & Tobago, helping deepen cultural and familial ties.

Broad Areas of Bilateral Cooperation Discussed: Talks between PM Modi and PM Kamla Persad-Bissessar covered agriculture, education, digital payments, and healthcare, as well as climate change, cybersecurity, and disaster management.

19) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Indian Grandmaster and World Chess Champion D Gukesh clinched the rapid title at the SuperUnited Rapid & Blitz 2025 tournament in Zagreb, Croatia, scoring 14 points out of 18, finishing ahead of elite players like Duda and Magnus Carlsen.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian Grandmaster and World Chess Champion D Gukesh clinched the rapid title at the SuperUnited Rapid & Blitz 2025 tournament in Zagreb, Croatia, scoring 14 points out of 18, finishing ahead of elite players like Duda and Magnus Carlsen.

Dominant Rapid Performance: Gukesh showcased brilliant form across three days, with five consecutive wins.

On the final day, he drew with Anish Giri and Ivan Saric, before defeating Wesley So, securing the top spot in the rapid section.

Final Rapid Standings:

1st: D Gukesh – 14 points

2nd:Jan-Krzysztof Duda – 11 points

3rd:Magnus Carlsen – 10 points

Other Indian Performer:R Praggnanandhaa scored 9 points, with a win over Saric and draws against Wesley So and Duda.

20) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Sub-Lieutenant Astha Poonia became the first woman to be inducted into the fighter stream of the Indian Navy, marking a major milestone in gender inclusivity in combat roles.

She received the "Wings of Gold" from Rear Admiral Janak Bevli, Assistant Chief of the Naval Staff (Air), on 3 July 2025 at INS Dega, Visakhapatnam.

Poonia completed the Second Basic Hawk Conversion Course alongside Lieutenant Atul Kumar Dhull.

Detailed Explanation:

Sub-Lieutenant Astha Poonia became the first woman to be inducted into the fighter stream of the Indian Navy, marking a major milestone in gender inclusivity in combat roles.

She received the "Wings of Gold" from Rear Admiral Janak Bevli, Assistant Chief of the Naval Staff (Air), on 3 July 2025 at INS Dega, Visakhapatnam.

Poonia completed the Second Basic Hawk Conversion Course alongside Lieutenant Atul Kumar Dhull.

The Ministry of Defence highlighted this as a pivotal moment for naval aviation and women officers in the armed forces.

On the same day, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) approved 10 capital acquisition proposals worth approximately ₹1.05 trillion.\

Key procurements include indigenously developed Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missiles (QRSAMs), naval vessels, armoured recovery vehicles, electronic warfare systems, and an integrated common inventory management system for the tri-services.

The Indian Navy received the Udaygiri, the second stealth frigate of the Project 17A class, designed by the Navy’s Warship Design Bureau and built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL).

21) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Peter Rufai, former Nigeria goalkeeper, passed away at the age of 61.

He was the first Nigerian goalkeeper to score a goal in an international match — during a 1993 AFCON qualifier against Ethiopia

Detailed Explanation:

Peter Rufai, former Nigeria goalkeeper, passed away at the age of 61.

He was instrumental in Nigeria’s victory at the 1994 Africa Cup of Nations.

Rufai had a 20-year playing career, representing clubs in Portugal, Spain, Belgium, and the Netherlands.

He was part of Nigeria’s 1994 FIFA World Cup squad in the USA, which brought global recognition to Nigerian football.

Rufai also played in the 1998 FIFA World Cup in France.

He was the first Nigerian goalkeeper to score a goal in an international match — during a 1993 AFCON qualifier against Ethiopia

Rufai was the first Nigerian player from a royal family and earned over 60 caps for the Super Eagles.

22) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Michael Madsen, the iconic Hollywood actor, passed away at the age of 67.

He was best known for roles in Quentin Tarantino’s films, including:Reservoir Dogs (1992) – as Mr. Blonde, Kill Bill: Volume 1 & 2, The Hateful Eight

He was found unresponsive at his Malibu home; the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department reported no foul play, according to TMZ.

Detailed Explanation:

Michael Madsen, the iconic Hollywood actor, passed away at the age of 67.

He was best known for roles in Quentin Tarantino’s films, including:Reservoir Dogs (1992) – as Mr. Blonde, Kill Bill: Volume 1 & 2, The Hateful Eight

He was found unresponsive at his Malibu home; the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department reported no foul play, according to TMZ.

His manager, Ron Smith, confirmed the preliminary cause of death as cardiac arrest, pending a coroner’s report in 4–6 weeks.

Other notable films in his career include Thelma & Louise and Donnie Brasco.

His performance in Reservoir Dogs as Mr. Blonde — known for the infamous torture scene set to Stealers Wheel’s "Stuck in the Middle with You" — remains one of his most recognized roles.

23) Answer: C

Every year on July 6th, World Zoonoses Day is commemorated as the anniversary of the first-ever vaccine given for any zoonotic disease way back in 1885.

In 2300 B.C., Rabies was first recorded and the Mosaic Esmuna Code of Babylon showed the first written account of rabies causing death in humans and dogs.

on September 29, 1976, Ebola was Discovered. It was named after the Ebola River in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

24) Answer: B

West Bengal has achieved a significant milestone in preserving and promoting its cultural heritage by securing Geographical Indication (GI) tags for seven new products, including the iconic Nolen Gurer Sandesh and Baruipur guavas.

25) Answer: B

The Chhattisgarh government, led by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, is planning to introduce a stricter anti-conversion law to curb illegal religious conversions in the state. Although the state already has the Chhattisgarh Freedom of Religion Act, 1968, Home Minister Vijay Sharma announced that a new law will be introduced to prevent conversions through alleged coercion, inducements, or “faith healing” gatherings.