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1) As per the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) report, which non-banking financial company (NBFC) faced the highest penalty of Rs.40 lakhs imposed by the RBI for non-compliance with P2P lending regulations?

(a) Visionary Financepeer

(b) Fairassets Technologies India

(c) Bridge Fintech Solutions

(d) Rang De P2P Financial Services

(e) None of the above

2) Which of the following is NOT one of the newly launched child products by SBI Life Insurance?

(a) SBI Life - Smart Future Star

(b) SBI Life - Smart Child Growth

(c) SBI Life - Smart Platina Young Achiever

(d) None of the above

(e) All of the above

3) Where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi announce new developmental initiatives on International Women’s Day 2025?

(a) Ahmedabad

(b) Gandhinagar

(c) Surat

(d) Navsari

(e) Rajkot

4) Who was praised by Amit Shah for efforts in establishing an educational system from Anganwadi to a medical college?

(a) Swami Vivekananda

(b) Shri Muktanand Bapu

(c) Swami Dayanand Saraswati

(d) Acharya Balkrishna

(e) Mahatma Gandhi

5) What will be the new name of Bangalore City University as announced by Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah?

(a) Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Bengaluru University

(b) Dr. Manmohan Singh Bengaluru University

(c) Kempegowda Bengaluru University

(d) Kengal Hanumanthaiah Bengaluru University

(e) Sir M. Visvesvaraya Bengaluru University

6) Under which strategic framework does India engage with Mauritius and other Indian Ocean nations?

(a) Act East Policy

(b) SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region)

(c) Make in India Initiative

(d) Neighbourhood First Policy

(e) Digital India Mission

7) How much Karnataka government guarantee has been approved for the ₹40,000 crore tunnel road project in Bengaluru?

(a) ₹10,000 crore

(b) ₹15,000 crore

(c) ₹19,000 crore

(d) ₹25,000 crore

(e) ₹30,000 crore

8) Which Punjab minister launched ‘Project Hifazat’ for women and children affected by violence?

(a) Harpal Singh Cheema

(b) Dr. Baljit Kaur

(c) Bhagwant Mann

(d) Aman Arora

(e) Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal

9) Who has been granted a one-year extension as MD & CEO of IndusInd Bank?

(a) Aditya Puri

(b) Shyam Srinivasan

(c) Sumant Kathpalia

(d) Uday Kotak

(e) Amitabh Chaudhry

10) Who is the new President of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) after Jay Shah’s departure?

(a) Shammi Silva

(b) Mahela Jayawardene

(c) Ehsan Mani

(d) Kumar Sangakkara

(e) Ramiz Raja

11) Recently, the Ministry of Defence signed $ 248 million Deal for procurement of engines for T-72 Tanks for Indian Army. The contract involves the procurement of engines with what horsepower (HP) rating for T-72 tanks?

(a) 750 HP

(b) 850 HP

(c) 1500 HP

(d) 1250 HP

(e) 1000 HP

12) Which Indian naval ships were part of the First Training Squadron (1TS) visit to Thailand?

(a) INS Vikrant, INS Chennai, INS Kolkata

(b) INS Sujata, INS Shardul, ICGS Veera

(c) INS Arihant, INS Sindhughosh, INS Chakra

(d) INS Talwar, INS Teg, INS Trikand

(e) INS Delhi, INS Mysore, INS Mumbai

13) What is the name of India’s Theatre Level Operational Readiness Exercise conducted in 2025?

(a) Milan 2025

(b) TROPEX 2025

(c) Varuna 2025

(d) Malabar 2025

(e) Indra 2025

14) Recently, The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) signed an MoU with which automobile company to enhance manufacturing and road safety in India?

(a) Tesla

(b) BMW

(c) Mercedes-Benz

(d) Tata Motors

(e) Hyundai

15) Who inaugurated the Australia-India Sports Excellence Forum at GIFT City, Gujarat?

(a) Anurag Thakur

(b) Harsh Sanghavi

(c) Raksha Khadse

(d) Kiren Rijiju

(e) Mansukh Mandaviya

16) What is the name of the research center being established under the MoU between CIL and IIT Hyderabad?

(a) Centre for Sustainable Energy

(b) Clean Energy Research Hub

(c) Centre of Clean Coal Energy and Net Zero

(d) National Institute for Green Energy

(e) Indian Coal Sustainability Hub

17) Which airline was ranked as the world’s second fastest-growing airline in terms of seat capacity in 2024?

(a) Emirates

(b) Qatar Airways

(c) Singapore Airlines

(d) Indigo Airlines

(e) Lufthansa

18) Which country did Sweden surpass to reclaim the top position in the Glass-Ceiling Index?

(a) Norway

(b) Germany

(c) Canada

(d) Iceland

(e) Denmark

19) According to the news report, before being appointed as the ICC Chairman, Jay Shah served three consecutive terms as the President of which organization?

(a) Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)

(b) Asian Cricket Council (ACC)

(c) International Olympic Committee (IOC)

(d) Federation of International Cricketers' Associations (FICA)

(e) Commonwealth Cricket Board

20) When was the CISF Raising Day observed in 2025?

(a) March 10

(b) March 9

(c) March 11

(d) March 8

(e) March 7

Answers :

1) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a total penalty of ₹76.6 lakh on four non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) for non-compliance with its Peer-to-Peer (P2P) lending platform regulations.

Fairassets Technologies India faced the highest penalty of ₹40 lakh.

Bridge Fintech Solutions and Rang De P2P Financial Services were each fined ₹10 lakh.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a total penalty of ₹76.6 lakh on four non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) for non-compliance with its Peer-to-Peer (P2P) lending platform regulations.

Fairassets Technologies India faced the highest penalty of ₹40 lakh.

Bridge Fintech Solutions and Rang De P2P Financial Services were each fined ₹10 lakh.

Visionary Financepeer was penalized ₹16.6 lakh.

The penalties were imposed under the 'Non-Banking Financial Company - Peer-to-Peer Lending Platform (Reserve Bank) Directions, 2017'.

RBI clarified that the penalties were due to regulatory deficiencies and do not affect the validity of transactions or agreements made by these entities with customers.

The penalties were announced via separate releases from the central bank.

2) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

SBI Life Insurance, one of India's most trusted private life insurers, has launched two new child products, 'SBI Life - Smart Future Star' and 'SBI Life - Smart Platina Young Achiever', specifically curated to empower parents in securing their child's future aspirations.

Detailed Explanation:

SBI Life Insurance, one of India's most trusted private life insurers, has launched two new child products, 'SBI Life - Smart Future Star' and 'SBI Life - Smart Platina Young Achiever', specifically curated to empower parents in securing their child's future aspirations.

SBI Life - Smart Future Star

Category: Individual, Non-Linked, Participating, Life Insurance Savings Product

Benefits:

Long-term corpus growth through bonuses

In-built Waiver of Premium benefit on death or Accidental Total Permanent Disability of the proposer, ensuring financial security

Flexible maturity pay-out options to meet changing financial needs

SBI Life - Smart Platina Young Achiever

Category: Individual, Non-Linked, Non-Participating, Life Insurance Savings Product

Benefits:

Guaranteed maturity benefit, offering financial security for the child’s education, career aspirations, or marriage

3) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

On the occasion of International Women’s Day March 8, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched multiple developmental initiatives in Navsari, Gujarat, expressing gratitude for the presence and blessings of thousands of women.

Detailed Explanation:

On the occasion of International Women’s Day March 8, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched multiple developmental initiatives in Navsari, Gujarat, expressing gratitude for the presence and blessings of thousands of women.

He extended his best wishes to women across the nation, emphasizing the significance of women-led development in India's progress.

Launch of Two Major Schemes in Gujarat:

G-SAFAL (Gujarat Scheme for Antyodaya Families for Augmenting Livelihoods) – Financial assistance and entrepreneurial training for SHG women from Antyodaya families.

G-MAITRI (Gujarat Mentorship and Acceleration of Individuals for Transforming Rural Income) – Support for startups that focus on rural livelihood enhancement.

4) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for various projects at Brahmanand Vidyadham, Junagadh, Gujarat.

Appreciated Shri Muktanand Bapu’s efforts in establishing an educational system from Anganwadi to a medical college for 4,000 students.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for various projects at Brahmanand Vidyadham, Junagadh, Gujarat.

Appreciated Shri Muktanand Bapu’s efforts in establishing an educational system from Anganwadi to a medical college for 4,000 students.

Major inaugurations: Darshan of Somnath Jyotirling, foundation stone of a sugar mill, and a military school.

Criticized past governments for delaying crucial reforms like Article 370 abrogation, Triple Talaq abolition, Uniform Civil Code, CAA, and Ram Temple construction.

Highlighted the revival of Kashi Vishwanath Corridor and the renovation of Somnath Temple with gold.

5) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that Bangalore City University would be renamed Dr. Manmohan Singh Bengaluru University in honor of the former Prime Minister.

Detailed Explanation:

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that Bangalore City University would be renamed Dr. Manmohan Singh Bengaluru University in honor of the former Prime Minister.

Government Arts College and Government RC College will be integrated as constituent colleges of the university.

The announcement regarding the Bengaluru City University (BCU), formerly Bengaluru Central University, a state varsity in Bengaluru formed in 2017 and renamed in 2020, came as the chief minister presented his record 16th Budget on March 7, 2025.

6) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a State Visit to Mauritius from March 11 to 12, 2025, at the invitation of Mauritian Prime Minister Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam.

The visit is framed within India's broader strategic vision—‘Security and Growth for All in the Region’ (SAGAR)—which highlights India’s commitment to the Indian Ocean region.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a State Visit to Mauritius from March 11 to 12, 2025, at the invitation of Mauritian Prime Minister Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam.

The Ministry of External Affairs stated that PM Modi will attend Mauritius’ National Day celebrations on March 12 as the Chief Guest, marking his first visit to the island nation since 2015.

India and Mauritius share deep-rooted historical, cultural, and people-to-people ties.

The visit is framed within India's broader strategic vision—‘Security and Growth for All in the Region’ (SAGAR)—which highlights India’s commitment to the Indian Ocean region.

7) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announced projects worth over ₹70,000 crore to improve Bengaluru’s road infrastructure.

Tunnel Road Projects: Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar's tunnel road projects were approved, with a ₹19,000 crore government guarantee for the ₹40,000 crore project.

Detailed Explanation:

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announced projects worth over ₹70,000 crore to improve Bengaluru’s road infrastructure.

Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) Grant Increase: The annual grant for BBMP will be increased from ₹3,000 crore to ₹7,000 crore to tackle infrastructure issues.

Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV): A new SPV will be created to fast-track development projects and ensure effective fund utilization.

Tunnel Road Projects: Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar's tunnel road projects were approved, with a ₹19,000 crore government guarantee for the ₹40,000 crore project. These include:

North-South corridor: Hebbal to Silkboard

8) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Dr. Baljit Kaur, Punjab’s Social Security, Women, and Child Development Minister, launched ‘Project Hifazat’ to provide immediate assistance to women and children affected by violence.

Detailed Explanation:

Dr. Baljit Kaur, Punjab’s Social Security, Women, and Child Development Minister, launched ‘Project Hifazat’ to provide immediate assistance to women and children affected by violence.

The initiative includes an integrated emergency helpline system with Women and Child Helpline (181) and Child Helpline (1098) operating round the clock.

Urgent cases will be directly transferred to the Emergency Response Support System (ERSS-112) for immediate intervention.

The Minister urged women to save the ‘181’ helpline number in their mobile contacts and assured them that the initiative will help eliminate fear in reporting domestic violence, workplace harassment, and other abuse.

9) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has granted a one-year extension to Sumant Kathpalia, MD & CEO of IndusInd Bank, despite the Board’s request for a three-year reappointment.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has granted a one-year extension to Sumant Kathpalia, MD & CEO of IndusInd Bank, despite the Board’s request for a three-year reappointment.

This is the second consecutive time that the RBI has approved a shorter tenure instead of a full three-year term.

IndusInd Bank, in an exchange notification, confirmed RBI’s approval for Kathpalia’s reappointment from March 24, 2025, to March 23, 2026.

10) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Rajeev Shukla, BCCI vice-president, has been appointed as an Executive Board Member on the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) Board.

Ashish Shelar, former BCCI treasurer, has been appointed as the BCCI representative on the ACC Board as an Ex-Officio Board Member.

Sri Lanka Cricket Board chief Shammi Silva has taken over as the President of the ACC following Jay Shah's departure.

Detailed Explanation:

Rajeev Shukla, BCCI vice-president, has been appointed as an Executive Board Member on the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) Board.

Shukla fills the vacant spot after Jay Shah stepped down as ACC President following his unopposed election as International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman on December 1, 2024.

Ashish Shelar, former BCCI treasurer, has been appointed as the BCCI representative on the ACC Board as an Ex-Officio Board Member.

Sri Lanka Cricket Board chief Shammi Silva has taken over as the President of the ACC following Jay Shah's departure.

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia extended best wishes to Rajeev Shukla and Ashish Shelar for their new roles in the ACC.

Rajeev Shukla recently visited Lahore to watch the Champions Trophy semi-final between New Zealand and South Africa as the BCCI's representative.

The Asia Cup 2025, in T20 format, is scheduled to be held in the UAE in September 2025.

11) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a $248 million deal with Rosoboronexport (RoE), Russian Federation.

The contract involves procuring 1000 HP engines for T-72 tanks in fully formed, completely knocked down (CKD), and semi knocked down (SKD) conditions.

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a $248 million deal with Rosoboronexport (RoE), Russian Federation.

The contract involves procuring 1000 HP engines for T-72 tanks in fully formed, completely knocked down (CKD), and semi knocked down (SKD) conditions.

The deal includes ToT from Rosoboronexport (RoE) to Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) (Heavy Vehicle Factory, Avadi, Chennai).

This enables integration and licensed production of engines in India under the "Make in India" initiative.

12) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The visit of First Training Squadron (1TS) of the Indian Navy comprising the INS Sujata, INS Shardul and ICGS Veera to Phuket Deep Sea Port in Thailand concluded on March 7, 2025.

Detailed Explanation:

The visit of First Training Squadron (1TS) of the Indian Navy comprising the INS Sujata, INS Shardul and ICGS Veera to Phuket Deep Sea Port in Thailand concluded on March 7, 2025.

As part of the ongoing training deployment of the 1TS to South East Asia, INS Shardul, INS Sujata and ICGS Veera, had arrived at Phuket Deep Sea Port in Thailand on March 1, 2025.

PASSEX Exercise: Concluded with coordinated tactical manoeuvres and an exchange of sea riders with HTMS Huahin of the Royal Thai Navy (RTN) on 4th March 2025.

13) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

India successfully conducted the Theatre Level Operational Readiness Exercise (TROPEX) 2025 to enhance maritime security.

Detailed Explanation:

India successfully conducted the Theatre Level Operational Readiness Exercise (TROPEX) 2025 to enhance maritime security.

The biennial exercise involved the Indian Navy, Army, Air Force, and Coast Guard in a large-scale military drill.

Held from January to March 2025, covering vast areas of the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).

Largest Naval Exercise: Included 65 warships, nine submarines, and over 80 aircraft.

Amphibious operations (AMPHEX), cyber warfare, electronic warfare, and live weapon firings.

14) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and Mercedes-Benz India have signed an MoU to enhance manufacturing capabilities, promote road safety, and advance sustainability in India.

Detailed Explanation:

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and Mercedes-Benz India have signed an MoU to enhance manufacturing capabilities, promote road safety, and advance sustainability in India.

This partnership aims to support startups by providing infrastructure, mentorship, funding opportunities, and market linkages.

Strengthening manufacturing capabilities in India.

Promoting road safety initiatives through technology and innovation.

Advancing sustainability by supporting green solutions in the automotive sector.

Enhancing industry-academia linkages to drive impactful innovations.

15) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Minister of State for Sports, Raksha Khadse inaugurated the Australia-India Sports Excellence Forum at GIFT City, Gujarat.

Detailed Explanation:

Minister of State for Sports, Raksha Khadse inaugurated the Australia-India Sports Excellence Forum at GIFT City, Gujarat.

The forum aims to enhance sports collaboration by leveraging Australia’s expertise in sports development and adopting best practices for India's sports ecosystem.

Dignitaries present included Australian High Commissioner Philip Green and Gujarat Sports Minister Harsh Sanghavi.

Deakin University, which operates a campus at GIFT City, plays a key role in advancing sports education and research.

16) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Coal India Limited (CIL) and IIT Hyderabad (IITH) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

Objective: Establishing the Centre of Clean Coal Energy and Net Zero (CLEANZ) at IIT Hyderabad.

Detailed Explanation:

Coal India Limited (CIL) and IIT Hyderabad (IITH) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

Objective: Establishing the Centre of Clean Coal Energy and Net Zero (CLEANZ) at IIT Hyderabad.

Focus: Developing clean coal technologies and sustainable utilization of coal in line with India's Net Zero commitments.

CIL granted ₹98 Crore to IIT Hyderabad for a five-year duration.

Union Minister G Kishan Reddy was present at the MoU signing event.

The project aims to become financially self-sustainable beyond the initial five-year funding.

17) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

IndiGo Airlines ranked as the world’s second fastest-growing airline regarding seat capacity, which increased by 10.1% year-on-year (YoY) to 134.9 million seats in 2024.

Qatar Airways secured the top position with a 10.4% growth in seat capacity.

Detailed Explanation:

IndiGo Airlines ranked as the world’s second fastest-growing airline regarding seat capacity, which increased by 10.1% year-on-year (YoY) to 134.9 million seats in 2024.

Qatar Airways secured the top position with a 10.4% growth in seat capacity.

IndiGo ranked as the fastest-growing airline globally in terms of flight frequency growth, recording a 9.7% YoY increase. Total flights operated: 749,156 in 2024.

18) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

International Women’s Day (March 8) highlights progress and challenges in gender equality.

The Glass-Ceiling Index (GCI) by The Economist ranks countries based on workplace inclusivity for women.

Sweden reclaims the top spot, surpassing Iceland.

Detailed Explanation:

International Women’s Day (March 8) highlights progress and challenges in gender equality.

The Glass-Ceiling Index (GCI) by The Economist ranks countries based on workplace inclusivity for women.

Sweden reclaims the top spot, surpassing Iceland.

Japan, Turkey, and South Korea remain at the lower end due to persistent gender gaps.

Women’s parliamentary representation increased to 34% globally (OECD report).

Notable shifts in representation:

Japan: Increased from 10% to 16%.

Britain: Grew from 35% to 41%.

United States: Declined slightly to 28.7%.

19) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Jay Shah’s Transition to ICC Chairman: Served three consecutive terms as ACC President before vacating the position.

Detailed Explanation:

Jay Shah’s Transition to ICC Chairman: Served three consecutive terms as ACC President before vacating the position.

Elected unopposed as ICC Chairman in December 2024.

Officially assumed office on December 1, 2024.

His exit led to a leadership reshuffle in the Asian Cricket Council (ACC).

Shammi Silva, Sri Lanka Cricket Board chief, took over as ACC President.

Rajeev Shukla now represents the BCCI on the ACC Board.

Ashish Shelar was also appointed to a key position in the ACC

20) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

CISF Raising Day 2025 is observed on March 10th, 2025.

CISF was formed on March 10, 1969, under the CISF Act of the Parliament of India.

Detailed Explanation:

CISF Raising Day 2025 is observed on March 10th, 2025.

CISF was formed on March 10, 1969, under the CISF Act of the Parliament of India.

It started with as many as 2,800 personnel for the better protection and security of industrial undertakings in the country.

Three battalions were formed to provide integrated security cover to the Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) which, in those years, occupied the commanding heights of the economy.