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1) Recently, the Securities and Exchange Board of India(SEBI) Reshapes Fundraising Rules. What is the new reduced timeline for completing rights issues as per SEBI's regulation effective from April 7, 2025?

(a) 15 days

(b) 23 days

(c) 30 days

(d) 40 days

(e) 45 days

2) How many non-government non-financial (NGNF) FDI companies were covered in RBI’s 2023-24 financial performance report?

(a) 1,824

(b) 2,000

(c) 2,418

(d) 3,120

(e) 2,750

3) What is the main objective of the "RBI Kehta Hai" campaign?

(a) Promoting cashless transactions

(b) Educating people about cryptocurrency investments

(c) Encouraging citizens to open bank accounts

(d) Promoting safe banking practices through multi-media channels

(e) Standardizing financial statements for rural banks

4) According to the Ministry of Finance, how many digital payment transactions were recorded in India till January FY 2024-25?

(a) 15,500 crore

(b) 18,120 crore

(c) 20,000 crore

(d) 12,750 crore

(e) 22,500 crore

5) Who inaugurated the "Indian Heritage through Architecture" exhibition at the NAI’s 135th Foundation Day celebration?

(a) Amit Shah

(b) Nirmala Sitharaman

(c) Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

(d) Dharmendra Pradhan

(e) Anurag Thakur

6) Which organization launched the SheTrades India Hub to empower women entrepreneurs?

(a) NITI Aayog

(b) Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO)

(c) Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)

(d) Ministry of Commerce and Industry

(e) Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

7) What is the primary purpose of launching ASSAMSAT?

(a) Strengthening national defense

(b) Enhancing space tourism

(c) Utilizing space technology for governance and development

(d) Promoting private sector investments in space

(e) Conducting experiments for interplanetary missions

8) Who has been appointed as the new CEO of Nissan Motor Co. in 2025?

(a) Hiroto Saikawa

(b) Makoto Uchida

(c) Carlos Ghosn

(d) Ivan Espinosa

(e) Toshihiro Mibe

9) How many Financial Literacy Programmes have been conducted in North Eastern states in the last three years?

(a) 54

(b) 42

(c) 56

(d) 68

(e) 75

10) Which former RBI deputy governor is set to join Reliance Industries as an advisor?

(a) Viral Acharya

(b) BP Kanungo

(c) MK Jain

(d) R Gandhi

(e) SS Mundra

11) Who has been appointed as the new Chief Executive (CE) of the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA)?

(a) Sunil Mehta

(b) Atul Kumar Goel

(c) Dinesh Khara

(d) Sandeep Bakhshi

(e) Uday Kotak

12) How much is ONGC-NTPC Green Pvt Ltd (ONGPL) paying to acquire Ayana Renewable Power?

(a) ₹10,000 crore

(b) ₹15,000 crore

(c) ₹19,500 crore

(d) ₹25,000 crore

(e) ₹30,000 crore

13) Recently, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) approved ORIX’s Stake Sale in Greenko Energy Holdings to AMG Green Power B.V. Along with the acquisition, which financial instrument is being issued by AM Green (Luxembourg) S.À.R.L (AMG Lux) to ORIX Corporation?

(a) Equity shares

(b) Convertible notes

(c) Preference shares

(d) Corporate bonds

(e) Debt securities

14) What was the total value of the non-performing and written-off microfinance loans acquired by Arcil from Ujjivan SFB?

(a) ₹500.5 crore

(b) ₹250.7 crore

(c) ₹365.5 crore

(d) ₹100.3 crore

(e) ₹600.1 crore

15) Recently the India-Bangladesh joint patrol 'Corpat' and bilateral exercise 'Bangosagar' began in the Bay of Bengal. Which organization released the official statement regarding the commencement of these exercises?

(a) Indian Navy

(b) Bangladesh Navy

(c) Inter Services Public Relations

(d) United Nations Maritime Authority

(e) ASEAN Defense Council

16) The Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean is the highest civilian award of which country?

(a) Mauritius

(b) France

(c) Maldives

(d) Japan

(e) Australia

17) The Inland Waterways Authority of India & Delhi Government Collaborate to Develop Cruise Tourism on Yamuna. The cruise tourism project will be developed on which stretch of the Yamuna River?

(a) Okhla to Wazirabad

(b) Sonia Vihar to Jagatpur

(c) India Gate to Red Fort

(d) Varanasi to Prayagraj

(e) Ghaziabad to Noida

18) Which two organizations signed an MoU to develop a Multi-Modal Logistics Park (MMLP) in Varanasi?

(a) Indian Railways and IWAI

(b) NHLML and IWAI

(c) NHAI and Ministry of Road Transport

(d) IWAI and Delhi Development Authority

(e) Ministry of Railways and NITI Aayog

19) Which institute has collaborated with the Department of Posts (DoP) for designing the Digital Address Public Infrastructure (DPI) technology framework?

(a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru

(b) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi

(c) National Informatics Centre (NIC)

(d) Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC)

(e) Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), Kolkata

20) As per the news, the MoU on financial and economic cooperation was signed between India and Qatar during the visit of which Qatari leader?

(a) Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa Al Thani

(b) HH Amir of Qatar

(c) Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani

(d) HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani

(e) Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani

21) Which organization signed an MoU with Adamas University, Kolkata, to strengthen academic and research collaboration in homoeopathy?

(a) National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA)

(b) Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH)

(c) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)

(d) National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB)

(e) Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM)

22) Recently, Bharti Airtel Partners with SpaceX to Bring Starlink Internet to India. Which ministry in India is reviewing SpaceX’s application for Starlink authorization?

(a) Ministry of Communications

(b) Ministry of Science and Technology

(c) Ministry of Electronics and IT

(d) Ministry of Home Affairs

(e) Ministry of Defense

23) The historic 150th Anniversary Test match will be played in which format?

(a) Traditional red-ball Test match

(b) T20 International

(c) One Day International (ODI)

(d) Day-Night Test with a pink ball

(e) The Hundre

24) Recently, the legendary Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), Singer Garimella Balakrishna Prasad Passed Away. He was widely known for his contributions to which genre of music?

(a) Hindustani classical music

(b) Pop and jazz fusion

(c) Western classical music

(d) Carnatic devotional music

(e) Qawwali

25) Where is the headquarters of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank located?

(a) Mumbai, Maharashtra

(b) Chennai, Tamil Nadu

(c) Hyderabad, Telangana

(d) Bengaluru, Karnataka

(e) New Delhi

Answers :

1) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced a new regulation to expedite the capital-raising process for companies by reducing the timeline for completing rights issues to 23 days.

The rule will come into effect from April 7, 2025.

Detailed Explanation:

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced a new regulation to expedite the capital-raising process for companies by reducing the timeline for completing rights issues to 23 days.

The rule will come into effect from April 7, 2025.

The reduced timeline makes rights issues a more efficient alternative to preferential issues, which take around 40 days.

Rights issues must remain open for a minimum of 7 days and a maximum of 30 days.

Stock exchanges, depositories, and the registrar to the issue will validate application bids and finalize the basis of allotment.

2) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released data on the financial performance of non-government non-financial (NGNF) FDI companies in India for 2023-24, based on the audited annual accounts of 2,418 companies following Indian Accounting Standards (Ind-AS).

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released data on the financial performance of non-government non-financial (NGNF) FDI companies in India for 2023-24, based on the audited annual accounts of 2,418 companies following Indian Accounting Standards (Ind-AS).

Sales Growth:

Manufacturing sector: 6.4% growth (decline from previous year).

Services sector: 12.7% growth (lower than before).

Exceptions: Wholesale & retail trade and Electricity, gas, steam & air conditioning supply industries saw steady growth.

Paid-up Capital (PUC):

₹5,30,160 crore, contributing 51.1% of total FDI company PUC in the RBI’s census.

FDI Sources:

Singapore, Mauritius, and the US were top investors.

Other key sources: Japan, the Netherlands, UK, and Germany.

3) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the National Centre for Financial Education (NCFE) have launched multiple nationwide campaigns to enhance financial literacy in India.

The "RBI Kehta Hai" campaign promotes safe banking practices through multi-media channels, while mass media awareness programmes educate people across different age groups.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the National Centre for Financial Education (NCFE) have launched multiple nationwide campaigns to enhance financial literacy in India.

Lead banks have been directed to establish Financial Literacy Centres (FLCs) to conduct special awareness camps.

The "RBI Kehta Hai" campaign promotes safe banking practices through multi-media channels, while mass media awareness programmes educate people across different age groups.

To standardize financial education, RBI has developed the Financial Awareness Messages (FAME) booklet, which includes targeted content for different groups, including senior citizens.

4) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

India's digital payment transactions (including UPI) saw a massive surge in FY 2024-25 (till January), crossing 18,120 crore transactions with a transaction value of ₹2,330 lakh crore, according to the Ministry of Finance.

Detailed Explanation:

India's digital payment transactions (including UPI) saw a massive surge in FY 2024-25 (till January), crossing 18,120 crore transactions with a transaction value of ₹2,330 lakh crore, according to the Ministry of Finance.

Overall digital transactions increased from 8,839 crore (FY 2021-22) to 18,737 crore (FY 2023-24), reflecting a 46% CAGR.

DIGIDHAN Mission – Strengthens India's digital payments ecosystem.

Incentive Schemes for Banks – Encourages banks and partners to promote digital transactions.

RuPay & BHIM-UPI P2M Incentive Scheme – Boosts RuPay debit card adoption and low-value UPI merchant transactions.

Expansion of Digital Infrastructure – Growth in QR codes, POS terminals, and Third-Party App Providers (TPAPs).

5) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The National Archives of India (NAI) celebrated its 135th Foundation Day on March 11, 2025, with a grand event featuring the inauguration of the “Indian Heritage through Architecture” exhibition by Union Minister Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat.

Detailed Explanation:

The National Archives of India (NAI) celebrated its 135th Foundation Day on March 11, 2025, with a grand event featuring the inauguration of the “Indian Heritage through Architecture” exhibition by Union Minister Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat.

The event also saw the launch of the ‘Gyan Bharatam Mission’ and highlighted the world’s largest digitization program, ensuring the preservation of India’s rich historical records.

Release of ‘Thumb Printed: Champaran, Indigo Peasants Speak to Gandhi (Volume III)’

Functions under the Ministry of Culture and implements the Public Records Act, 1993, and Public Record Rules, 1997.

6) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) launched the SheTrades India Hub, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering women entrepreneurs and strengthening India’s export ecosystem.

Detailed Explanation:

The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) launched the SheTrades India Hub, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering women entrepreneurs and strengthening India’s export ecosystem.

This initiative is part of a global effort led by the International Trade Centre (ITC) and is funded by the UK Government's SheTrades Commonwealth+ Programme.

With this launch, FIEO became the host institution for the 20th SheTrades Hub worldwide.

The SheTrades India Hub is established in partnership with ITC and the UK Government’s SheTrades Commonwealth+ Programme.

India joins the ranks of 19 other countries hosting SheTrades Hubs globally.

7) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Assam is set to launch its first satellite, ‘ASSAMSAT,’ marking a major step in utilizing space technology for governance and development.

Detailed Explanation:

Assam is set to launch its first satellite, ‘ASSAMSAT,’ marking a major step in utilizing space technology for governance and development.

Finance Minister Ajanta Neog announced the initiative during the 2025-26 state budget presentation in the Assembly.

The satellite will enhance the flow of critical data for better management of key socio-economic initiatives, benefiting agriculture, disaster management, infrastructure, border security, and law enforcement.

The project is being developed in collaboration with IN-SPACe under the Union Ministry of Space, showcasing Assam’s commitment to advanced technology in public services.

8) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Nissan Motor Co. is set to appoint Ivan Espinosa as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), replacing Makoto Uchida, who will step down at the end of March, 2025.

Detailed Explanation:

Nissan Motor Co. is set to appoint Ivan Espinosa as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), replacing Makoto Uchida, who will step down at the end of March, 2025.

Espinosa, a company insider who joined Nissan in 2003, currently serves as Chief Planning Officer.

Espinosa faces a tough task in stabilizing Nissan's struggling business and securing a financial backer.

9) Answer: A

The National Strategy for Financial Education (NSFE), formulated by NCFE, aims to provide essential financial knowledge and skills.

In the last three years, 54 Financial Literacy Programmes have been conducted in North Eastern states, significantly improving awareness of financial concepts and fraud prevention.

A Financial Literacy & Inclusion Survey (2017) was conducted across 29 States and 5 Union Territories (excluding Andaman & Nicobar Islands) using the OECD/INFE Toolkit.

The survey measured financial literacy based on knowledge, attitude, and behavior.

10) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

MK Jain, former deputy governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), is set to join Reliance Industries as an advisor.

Detailed Explanation:

MK Jain, former deputy governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), is set to join Reliance Industries as an advisor.

Jain previously chaired an RBI-appointed standing external advisory committee to assess applications for universal and small finance banks.

He retired from the RBI in June 2023 and is credited with turning around IDBI Bank and Indian Bank.

As an advisor, he will help Reliance strategize on its financial services business.

Reliance Industries had spun off its financial services arm, Jio Financial Services, into a separately listed entity in July 2023.

11) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Atul Kumar Goel has assumed charge as Chief Executive (CE) of the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA).

His predecessor, Sunil Mehta, was MD & CEO of PNB from 2017 to 2019 and served as IBA CE from January 2020 to September 2024.

Detailed Explanation:

Atul Kumar Goel has assumed charge as Chief Executive (CE) of the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA).

He served as MD & CEO of Punjab National Bank (PNB) from February 2022 to December 2024 and was Chairman of IBA for two terms in 2021-22 and 2022-23.

His predecessor, Sunil Mehta, was MD & CEO of PNB from 2017 to 2019 and served as IBA CE from January 2020 to September 2024.

12) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved ONGC-NTPC Green's acquisition of Ayana Renewable Power Pvt Ltd for ₹19,500 crore (USD 2.3 billion).

Detailed Explanation:

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved ONGC-NTPC Green's acquisition of Ayana Renewable Power Pvt Ltd for ₹19,500 crore (USD 2.3 billion).

ONGC-NTPC Green Pvt Ltd (ONGPL) is a 50:50 joint venture between ONGC Green (OGL) and NTPC Green Energy Ltd (NGEL).

In February 2025, ONGPL signed a share purchase agreement to acquire a 100% stake in Ayana Renewable Power.

This deal marks the second-biggest transaction in India's renewable energy sector, following Adani Green Energy's USD 3.5 billion acquisition of SB Energy India in 2021.

13) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved AMG Green Power B.V. (AMG Power)’s acquisition of a stake in Greenko Energy Holdings (GEH) from ORIX Corporation.

Additionally, CCI has cleared the issuance of convertible notes by AM Green (Luxembourg) S.À.R.L (AMG Lux) to ORIX Corporation.

Detailed Explanation:

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved AMG Green Power B.V. (AMG Power)’s acquisition of a stake in Greenko Energy Holdings (GEH) from ORIX Corporation.

Additionally, CCI has cleared the issuance of convertible notes by AM Green (Luxembourg) S.À.R.L (AMG Lux) to ORIX Corporation.

Under the proposed transaction, AMG Power will acquire a portion of ORIX’s shareholding in GEH, while ORIX will subscribe to convertible notes issued by AMG Lux.

AMG Power is a newly established entity with no business operations globally or in India, and AMG Lux functions solely as a holding company.

14) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Asset Reconstruction Company (India) Ltd (Arcil) has acquired Ujjivan Small Finance Bank’s (SFB) non-performing and written-off microfinance loans worth ₹365.5 crore for ₹34.26 crore, implying a 94% haircut for Ujjivan SFB.

Detailed Explanation:

Asset Reconstruction Company (India) Ltd (Arcil) has acquired Ujjivan Small Finance Bank’s (SFB) non-performing and written-off microfinance loans worth ₹365.5 crore for ₹34.26 crore, implying a 94% haircut for Ujjivan SFB.

The bank had an overall provision of 66.51% on this loan portfolio.

The acquisition was conducted through a Swiss Challenge auction process, as per Arcil’s statement.

15) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The 6th Coordinated Patrol (CORPAT) and 4th BONGOSAGAR bilateral exercise between the Indian Navy and Bangladesh Navy commenced on March 10, 2025, and will continue until March 12, 2025, in the Bay of Bengal, as per a statement by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR).

Detailed Explanation:

The 6th Coordinated Patrol (CORPAT) and 4th BONGOSAGAR bilateral exercise between the Indian Navy and Bangladesh Navy commenced on March 10, 2025, and will continue until March 12, 2025, in the Bay of Bengal, as per a statement by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR).

The exercises aim to combat illegal fishing, smuggling, human trafficking, piracy, and drug trafficking in the designated maritime zones of both nations.

Bangladesh Navy is represented by BNS ABU UBAIDAH and a maritime patrol aircraft.

The Indian Navy is participating with INS RANVIR and a helicopter.

The patrols are supervised by Commander Flotilla West.

16) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Mauritian Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam announced that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be conferred with the Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean, the nation's highest civilian award.

Detailed Explanation:

Mauritian Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam announced that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be conferred with the Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean, the nation's highest civilian award.

This recognition marks PM Modi as the first Indian to receive this prestigious honour, acknowledging his significant contributions to strengthening India-Mauritius ties.

First Indian to be awarded Mauritius' highest civilian honour.

Fifth foreign national to receive the distinction.

Previously conferred upon Nelson Mandela in 1998.

21st international honour for PM Modi from a foreign country.

17) Answer: B

The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with multiple Delhi government agencies—including the Irrigation and Flood Control Department, Delhi Development Authority (DDA), Delhi Jal Board (DJB), and Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC)—to promote cruise tourism on a 4-km stretch of the Yamuna River (National Waterway 110) between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur.

The MoU signing ceremony, held at Asita Park, was attended by Lt. Governor of Delhi Vinai Kumar Saxena, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, and Union Minister of State Shantanu Thakur, along with senior officials from MoPSW and IWAI.

18) Answer: B

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between National Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML) and the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) to develop a state-of-the-art Multi-Modal Logistics Park (MMLP) in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.

The signing took place in the presence of Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, and Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal.

19) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Department of Posts (DoP) has launched the “Digital Address Code” (DAC) initiative to create a standardized, geo-coded addressing system in India.

Technological Advancement:

The partnership with IISc Bengaluru will ensure a secure, scalable, privacy-respecting, and future-ready framework to support India's digital economy and governance needs.

Detailed Explanation:

The Department of Posts (DoP) has launched the “Digital Address Code” (DAC) initiative to create a standardized, geo-coded addressing system in India.

This project aims to establish “Address as a Service” (AaaS) for the simplified and efficient delivery of public and private services.

Strategic Collaboration: DoP, under the Ministry of Communications, has signed an MoU with the Foundation for Science Innovation and Development (FSID), Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, to design and document the Digital Address Public Infrastructure (DPI) technology framework.

20) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Detailed Explanation:

In a major step towards strengthening bilateral ties, the Ministry of Finance (MoF) of India and the Ministry of Finance of the State of Qatar signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on financial and economic cooperation on February 18, 2025, during the visit of HH Amir of Qatar to India.

Objective & Scope: The agreement aims to promote and enhance mutual cooperation in the fields of:

Economic policies

Use of financing tools

Public-Private Partnership (PPP) frameworks

Investment expansion

Institutional Collaboration: The MoU will facilitate investment in emerging sectors in both countries and expand multi-faceted economic cooperation.

21) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH) and Adamas University, Kolkata, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen academic and research collaboration in homoeopathy.

Detailed Explanation:

The Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH) and Adamas University, Kolkata, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen academic and research collaboration in homoeopathy.

This partnership aims to promote scientific research, interdisciplinary studies, and knowledge exchange in alternative medicine.

The Ministry of Ayush emphasized that this initiative will contribute to the integration of homoeopathy into mainstream healthcare.

22) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

In a landmark agreement, Bharti Airtel has partnered with Elon Musk’s SpaceX to bring Starlink’s satellite internet services to India.

The Home Ministry is reviewing SpaceX’s application for Starlink’s authorization in India.

Detailed Explanation:

In a landmark agreement, Bharti Airtel has partnered with Elon Musk’s SpaceX to bring Starlink’s satellite internet services to India.

This first-of-its-kind agreement is subject to SpaceX obtaining the necessary regulatory approvals from the Indian government.

SpaceX has applied for security clearance from the Indian government.

The Home Ministry is reviewing SpaceX’s application for Starlink’s authorization in India.

23) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Test cricket is set to celebrate a monumental milestone as Australia and England face off in a one-off day-night Test match to commemorate 150 years since the first-ever Test match.

Cricket Australia (CA) has confirmed that the historic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) will host this pink-ball Test from March 11 to March 15, 2027.

Detailed Explanation:

Test cricket is set to celebrate a monumental milestone as Australia and England face off in a one-off day-night Test match to commemorate 150 years since the first-ever Test match.

Cricket Australia (CA) has confirmed that the historic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) will host this pink-ball Test from March 11 to March 15, 2027.

This highly anticipated clash not only pays tribute to Test cricket’s legacy but also reflects its evolution into the modern era, with the introduction of the day-night format.

The first official Test match was played at MCG in March 1877, where Australia and England squared off in what became the foundation of international cricket.

24) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Renowned music composer, classical singer, and Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), court scholar Garimella Balakrishna Prasad passed away at 76 at his home in Tirupati.

He was a stalwart in devotional and classical music, particularly known for his popularization of Annamacharya kirtans.

Detailed Explanation:

Renowned music composer, classical singer, and Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), court scholar Garimella Balakrishna Prasad passed away at 76 at his home in Tirupati.

He was a stalwart in devotional and classical music, particularly known for his popularization of Annamacharya kirtans.

Joined the TTD Annamayya project as a singer in 1976, dedicating his life to composing, recording, and publishing Annamacharya’s kirtans until 2006.

Recipient of the prestigious Central Sangeet Natak Academy Award for his contributions to Indian classical music.

25) Answer: D

About Ujjivan Small Finance Bank:

Founded: 2017 (Converted from Ujjivan Financial Services, which started in 2005)

Headquarters: Bengaluru, Karnataka

MD & CEO: Sanjeev Nautiyal