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1) What is the title of the agreement signed between Ashoka University and Axis Bankto strengthen its PhD, Post-Doctoral, and Research programs?

(a) Advancing Science Research at Ashoka University

(b) Co-building Interdisciplinary Sciences and Research at Ashoka University

(c) Strengthening Research at Ashoka University

(d) Innovation and Research Partnership

(e) Collaborative Research Program

2) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) approached the government seeking more powers to act against unauthorised financial advisors on social media platforms. What specific authority does SEBI seek to combat such violations?

(a) Power to arrest individuals violating securities regulations

(b) Authority to regulate online payment gateways

(c) Power to take down messages, links, and groups violating securities regulations

(d) Authority to block online transactions in cases of fraud

(e) Power to issue bonds to raise capital for regulatory activities

3) Which rating agency stated that Indian banks' NIMs will likely decline due to RBI’s interest rate cuts?

(a) Moody’s

(b) Standard & Poor’s (S&P)

(c) Fitch Ratings

(d) CRISIL

(e) ICRA

4) What restriction has RBI placed on deposit withdrawals at New India Co-operative Bank?

(a) No restrictions, withdrawals are allowed as usual

(b) Withdrawals are suspended for six months

(c) Withdrawals are suspended for three months

(d) Withdrawals are allowed only for senior citizens

(e) Withdrawals are capped at ₹50,000 per account

5) Which Indian financial institution is providing a USD 300 million line of credit to Vietnam?

(a) State Bank of India (SBI)

(b) Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

(c) Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank)

(d) National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)

(e) Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI)

6) Under which models does SEBI propose conditions for withdrawing ESG ratings?

(a) Government-funded and private-funded models

(b) Subscriber-pays and issuer-pays models

(c) Domestic and international models

(d) Institutional and retail models

(e) Public and private-sector models

7) How many projects have been approved under the ‘Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI)’ scheme for FY 2024-25?

(a) 40

(b) 30

(c) 20

(d) 50

(e) 60

8) Who has been elected as the President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) for the term 2025-26?

(a) CA Prasanna Kumar D

(b) CA Charanjot Singh Nanda

(c) CA Nilesh Gupta

(d) CA Piyush Sharma

(e) CA Rajesh Mehta

9) In 2025, Greece's parliament elected Constantine Tassoulas as the country's new President. Whom did he succeed as the President of Greece?

(a) Prokopis Pavlopoulos

(b) Kyriakos Mitsotakis

(c) Katerina Sakellaropoulou

(d) Alexis Tsipras

(e) Antonis Samaras

10) Under which Article of the Indian Constitution was President’s Rule imposed in Manipur?

(a) Article 352

(b) Article 356

(c) Article 370

(d) Article 365

(e) Article 239

11) What is the new name of the merged streaming platform formed by JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar?

(a) JioCinema+

(b) JioHotstar

(c) Hotstar Max

(d) JioDisney

(e) JioStream

12) Which tech giant officially renamed the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America" for American users?

(a) Microsoft

(b) Apple

(c) Google

(d) Amazon

(e) Meta

13) Which event was the platform for India signing multiple strategic agreements in the energy sector in 2025?

(a) Vibrant Gujarat Summit

(b) India Energy Week

(c) World Economic Forum

(d) International Solar Alliance Summit

(e) G20 Energy Conference

14) Which country is set to purchase India’s Akash short-range missile system for $200 million?

(a) Vietnam

(b) Indonesia

(c) Philippines

(d) Thailand

(e) Malaysia

15) Recently (Feb’25), the DPIIT has partnered with which two organizations to support startups?

(a) Sequoia Capital & Startup India

(b) Bootstrap Incubation & Advisory Foundation & Rukam Capital

(c) ISRO & Nasscom

(d) Paytm & PhonePe

(e) NITI Aayog & World Bank

16) As per the report, the MoU on traditional medicine quality assurance was signed between which Indian institution and the Indonesian authority?

(a) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) & Indonesian Health Ministry

(b) All India Institute of Ayurveda & Indonesian Pharmaceutical Council

(c) Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homeopathy (PCIM&H) & Indonesian Food and Drug Authority

(d) Ministry of Health & Family Welfare & Indonesian Herbal Council

(e) NITI Aayog & Indonesian Research Institute

17) Which of the following Union Territories has experienced President’s Rule for over 7 years due to frequent government collapses?

(a) Delhi

(b) Chandigarh

(c) Puducherry

(d) Andaman & Nicobar Islands

(e) Lakshadweep

18) Recently, the 4th India-European Union (EU) Urban Forum focused on which key area?

(a) Enhancing agricultural exports

(b) Promoting smart and sustainable urban development

(c) Strengthening defense cooperation

(d) Expanding trade agreements between India and the EU

(e) Regulating financial markets

19) How many Indian families were included in Bloomberg’s Top 20 Richest Families in Asia list?

(a) Four

(b) Five

(c) Six

(d) Seven

(e) Eight

20) Which state previously (2015-16) held the top position in local governance but was overtaken by Karnataka in 2024?

(a) Andhra Pradesh

(b) West Bengal

(c) Rajasthan

(d) Kerala

(e) Odisha

21) Which Indian cricketer has been announced as one of the official event ambassadors for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025?

(a) Virat Kohli

(b) Rohit Sharma

(c) MS Dhoni

(d) Sachin Tendulkar

(e) Shikhar Dhawan

22) According to The International Cricket Council (ICC), Beth Mooney, who won the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for January 2025, represents which country?

(a) England

(b) New Zealand

(c) Australia

(d) South Africa

(e) Srilanka

23) Recently, Bangladesh's Shohely Akhter Becomes First Woman Cricketer Banned by ICC for Corruption. Under which ICC Anti-Corruption Code article deals with “Attempting to fix matches or influence their outcome”?

(a) Article 2.1.1

(b) Article 2.1.3

(c) Article 2.1.4

(d) Article 2.4.4

(e) Article 2.4.7

24) In which year was Fitch Ratings established?

(a) 1905

(b) 1913

(c) 1927

(d) 1945

(e) 1982

25) Who is the Prime Minister of Greece (as of 2025)?

(a) Alexis Tsipras

(b) Kyriakos Mitsotakis

(c) Antonis Samaras

(d) Constantine Karamanlis

(e) Evangelos Venizelos

Answers :

1) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Ashoka University has partnered with Axis Bank to strengthen its PhD, Post-Doctoral, and Research programs.

The agreement signed is titled "Co-building Interdisciplinary Sciences and Research at Ashoka University."

Detailed Explanation:

Ashoka University has partnered with Axis Bank to strengthen its PhD, Post-Doctoral, and Research programs.

The agreement signed is titled "Co-building Interdisciplinary Sciences and Research at Ashoka University."

The collaboration aims to develop advanced science laboratories for Neurosciences, Behavioural Studies, and Physics Research.

Axis Bank will contribute INR 104 Crore through a CSR grant over the next four years.

The funding will enhance research infrastructure, provide competitive fellowships, and support research grants.

Scholars will benefit from financial support, allowing them to focus entirely on research.

The initiative will help attract and retain top research talent within India.

Ashoka University aims to align its research and education standards with global benchmarks.

2) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has approached the government seeking more powers to act against unauthorised financial advisors on social media platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram.

The regulator seeks the authority to take down messages, links, and groups violating securities regulations.

Detailed Explanation:

Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has approached the government seeking more powers to act against unauthorised financial advisors on social media platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram.

The regulator seeks the authority to take down messages, links, and groups violating securities regulations.

SEBI also wants access to call and message data records for investigations into market violations such as front running and insider trading.

This is SEBI’s second request, with the first made in 2022, still pending approval.

Social media companies, including Meta and WhatsApp, have denied SEBI access, citing current IT laws that do not classify SEBI as an ‘authorised agency.’

Other law enforcement agencies, such as the Income Tax Department, Department of Revenue Intelligence, and Enforcement Directorate, currently have such powers.

WhatsApp groups and Telegram channels have become hubs for financial influencers who offer stock trading tips for money.

3) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Indian banks' net interest margins (NIMs) will likely decline by 10 basis points on average in 2025-26 due to the Reserve Bank of India's interest rate cuts, but the drop will be cushioned by the central bank easing liquidity conditions, Fitch Ratings stated.

Liquidity easing by RBI will help cushion the impact of lower NIMs.

Repo-linked loans such as housing and small business loans will be immediately affected by the rate cut.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian banks' net interest margins (NIMs) will likely decline by 10 basis points on average in 2025-26 due to the Reserve Bank of India's interest rate cuts, but the drop will be cushioned by the central bank easing liquidity conditions, Fitch Ratings stated.

Liquidity easing by RBI will help cushion the impact of lower NIMs.

Repo-linked loans such as housing and small business loans will be immediately affected by the rate cut.

SBI’s NIM fell by 19 bps to 3.13%, while HDFC Bank’s NIM remained flat at 3.43% but was 7 bps lower than Q2.

Non-bank financial institutions (NBFCs) will also face NIM pressure, especially in urban housing and commercial loans where they compete with banks.

40% of all loans are linked to the repo rate, and seven banks, including PNB, BoB, and Union Bank, have already lowered their repo-linked loan rates.

Banks’ NIMs averaged 3.5% from April to September 2024, down from 3.6% in FY24, partly due to higher deposit costs.

4) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Bars New India Co-operative Bank from issuing new loans and suspends deposit withdrawals for six months due to supervisory concerns and liquidity issues.

RBI clarified that the bank’s license is not cancelled and it will monitor the situation for further action.

Detailed Explanation:

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Bars New India Co-operative Bank from issuing new loans and suspends deposit withdrawals for six months due to supervisory concerns and liquidity issues.

The bank cannot make investments or borrow funds as per RBI’s directive.

Losses in the last two fiscal years:

₹227.8 million loss in FY24

₹307.5 million loss in FY23

Bank’s financial position:

Advances fell from ₹13.30 billion (FY23) to ₹11.75 billion (FY24).

Deposits rose from ₹24.06 billion (FY23) to ₹24.36 billion (FY24).

RBI clarified that the bank’s license is not cancelled and it will monitor the situation for further action.

Past precedent: In 2019, RBI took similar action against Punjab and Maharashtra Co-operative Bank (PMC Bank) due to financial irregularities, eventually allowing Centrum Financial Services to take over the lender.

5) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank) will provide lines of credit (LoC) totaling USD 300 million to Vietnam for procuring high-speed guard boats and offshore patrol vessels (OPVs).

Detailed Explanation:

The Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank) will provide lines of credit (LoC) totaling USD 300 million to Vietnam for procuring high-speed guard boats and offshore patrol vessels (OPVs).

The Exim Bank entered into an agreement on July 31, 2024, with the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (GO-VNM) for an India-supported LoC of USD 180 million to procure four OPVs, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) stated.

Additionally, the bank signed another agreement with GO-VNM for an LoC of USD 120 million to procure high-speed guard boats, according to an RBI circular.

Both agreements are effective from January 20, 2025, and the last date for disbursement is 60 months after the scheduled completion date of the project.

The export of eligible goods and services from India will be subject to the Foreign Trade Policy.

6) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed new measures to strengthen the regulatory framework for ESG Rating Providers (ERPs), aiming to enhance transparency and accountability.

In a discussion paper, SEBI has outlined conditions for ERPs to withdraw ratings under both the subscriber-pays and issuer-pays models.

Detailed Explanation:

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed new measures to strengthen the regulatory framework for ESG Rating Providers (ERPs), aiming to enhance transparency and accountability.

The proposals focus on key areas such as the withdrawal of ESG ratings and the disclosure of rating rationale.

ERPs provide ESG ratings covering environmental, social, and governance factors. Last year, SEBI made it mandatory for such entities to register and obtain an ERP license.

In a discussion paper, SEBI has outlined conditions for ERPs to withdraw ratings under both the subscriber-pays and issuer-pays models.

Under the subscriber-pays model, SEBI has proposed that ERPs can withdraw a rating if there are no subscribers for it.

7) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Government of India has approved 40 projects across 23 states under the ‘Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI)—Development of Iconic Tourist Centres to Global Scale’ Scheme for the Financial Year 2024-25.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of India has approved 40 projects across 23 states under the ‘Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI)—Development of Iconic Tourist Centres to Global Scale’ Scheme for the Financial Year 2024-25.

The total financial outlay for these projects is ₹3,295.76 crore, and they aim to comprehensively develop, brand comprehensively, and market iconic tourist destinations in India.

Objective: Develop world-class tourist destinations with end-to-end tourism experiences.

Project Scope:Strengthening tourist value chains (infrastructure, facilities, and services).

8) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) elected its new President and Vice President for the term 2025-26 during its 26th Council meeting on February 12, 2025.

President: CA Charanjot Singh Nanda (73rd President of ICAI)

Vice President: CA Prasanna Kumar D

Detailed Explanation:

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) elected its new President and Vice President for the term 2025-26 during its 26th Council meeting on February 12, 2025.

President: CA Charanjot Singh Nanda (73rd President of ICAI)

Vice President: CA Prasanna Kumar D

The leadership transition saw CA Ranjeet Kumar Agarwal passing the presidency to CA Charanjot Singh Nanda and CA Charanjot Singh Nanda passing the vice-presidency to CA Prasanna Kumar D

9) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Greece's parliament elected Constantine Tassoulas, former parliamentary speaker, as the country's new president.

Tassoulas will succeed Katerina Sakellaropoulou, Greece’s first female president.

Detailed Explanation:

Greece's parliament elected Constantine Tassoulas, former parliamentary speaker, as the country's new president.

He was approved as the conservative government's nominee for the largely ceremonial role.

Tassoulas will succeed Katerina Sakellaropoulou, Greece’s first female president.

Sakellaropoulou’s five-year term expires in March, 2025

10) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

President’s Rule was imposed in February 2025 after Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh resigned, citing political instability.

A notification from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) stated that President Droupadi Murmu believes the state government cannot function as per constitutional provisions, leading to the invocation of Article 356.

Detailed Explanation:

President’s Rule was imposed in February 2025 after Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh resigned, citing political instability.

A notification from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) stated that President Droupadi Murmu believes the state government cannot function as per constitutional provisions, leading to the invocation of Article 356.

The state assembly has been put under suspended animation following the imposition of President’s Rule.

Biren Singh resigned on February 9, 2025, just before the budget session of the assembly, amid controversy over leaked audio tapes allegedly implicating him in the ethnic violence.

11) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

On February 14, 2025, JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar officially merged to form JioHotstar, creating one of India's largest streaming platforms.

Content Library: JioHotstar offers nearly 300,000 hours of entertainment, combining the extensive libraries of both JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar.

Detailed Explanation:

On February 14, 2025, JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar officially merged to form JioHotstar, creating one of India's largest streaming platforms.

Content Library: JioHotstar offers nearly 300,000 hours of entertainment, combining the extensive libraries of both JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar.

Subscription Plans: The platform has introduced new subscription plans to cater to diverse audience needs:

Mobile Plan: ₹149 for 3 months or ₹499 per year; allows streaming in HD (720p) on one mobile device.

Super Plan: ₹299 for 3 months or ₹899 per year; supports Full HD (1080p) streaming on two devices.

Premium Plan: ₹299 per month (web purchase only), ₹499 for 3 months, or ₹1,499 per year; offers 4K streaming on up to four devices with an ad-free experience, except for live content.

12) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Tech giant Google has officially renamed the Gulf of Mexico to the ‘Gulf of America’ on Google Maps for American users.

For Mexican users, it will still be displayed as the Gulf of Mexico.

For the rest of the world, both names will appear on Google Maps.

Detailed Explanation:

Tech giant Google has officially renamed the Gulf of Mexico to the ‘Gulf of America’ on Google Maps for American users.

For Mexican users, it will still be displayed as the Gulf of Mexico.

For the rest of the world, both names will appear on Google Maps.

Executive Order 14172, titled ‘Restoring Names That Honour American Greatness’, was signed by U.S. President Donald Trump.

The order directs the U.S. Secretary of the Interior to formalize the name change within 30 days.

February 9 has been officially declared as ‘Gulf of America Day’ by Trump.

13) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

At India Energy Week 2025, India signed multiple strategic agreements and memorandum of understanding (MoUs) to enhance energy security, diversify supply sources, and foster innovation in the oil and gas sector.

Detailed Explanation:

At India Energy Week 2025, India signed multiple strategic agreements and memorandum of understanding (MoUs) to enhance energy security, diversify supply sources, and foster innovation in the oil and gas sector.

Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, highlighted these agreements as crucial for ensuring a resilient and sustainable energy future.

BPCL & Petrobras (Brazil): Optional term contract to import up to 6 million barrels of crude.

IOCL & ADNOC (UAE): USD 7 billion contract to source 1.2 MMTPA LNG for 14 years (from 2026).

BPCL & ADNOC: 5-year LNG offtake agreement for 2.4 MMT, extendable by another five years.

14) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Philippines is set to place an order worth $200 million for India's indigenously developed Akash short-range missile system in the upcoming financial year.

This move comes amid rising tensions with China in the South China Sea.

The Akash missile system, developed by DRDO, has a range of up to 25 km.

Detailed Explanation:

The Philippines is set to place an order worth $200 million for India's indigenously developed Akash short-range missile system in the upcoming financial year.

This move comes amid rising tensions with China in the South China Sea.

The Akash missile system, developed by DRDO, has a range of up to 25 km.

The Philippine deal is expected to be bigger than the $230-million Armenian deal signed last year.

The exact number of missiles and radar systems involved has not been disclosed.

This will be India’s second major defence export to Manila after the $375-million BrahMos missile deal (2022).

15) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has announced a strategic partnership with Rukam Capital and Bootstrap Incubation & Advisory Foundation to drive the holistic growth of India's startup ecosystem.

Detailed Explanation:

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has announced a strategic partnership with Rukam Capital and Bootstrap Incubation & Advisory Foundation to drive the holistic growth of India's startup ecosystem.

This collaboration was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and aims to create dedicated programs and initiatives for product startups, innovators, and entrepreneurs.

The primary goal of this initiative is to empower startups by providing access to crucial resources, including infrastructure, mentor networks, funding opportunities, market linkages, and a knowledge repository.

16) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

At Hyderabad House, New Delhi, Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, and President of Indonesia, Mr. Prabowo Subianto, witnessed the Exchange of Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Indonesia.

One of the key MoUs exchanged was in the Field of Traditional Medicine Quality Assurance, signed between the Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homeopathy, Ministry of Ayush, and the Indonesian Food and Drug Authority.

Detailed Explanation:

At Hyderabad House, New Delhi, Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, and President of Indonesia, Mr. Prabowo Subianto, witnessed the Exchange of Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Indonesia.

One of the key MoUs exchanged was in the Field of Traditional Medicine Quality Assurance, signed between the Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homeopathy, Ministry of Ayush, and the Indonesian Food and Drug Authority.

About PCIM&H and the Significance of the Partnership

The Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homeopathy (PCIM&H) is an IS/ISO 9001:2015 certified institution committed to maintaining and establishing quality standards for Indian medicine and homeopathy.

This strategic partnership with Indonesia will significantly benefit stakeholders in both countries by ensuring quality assurance and regulatory alignment in traditional medicine.

17) Answer: C

History of President’s Rule in India:

1. Since 1950, President’s Rule has been imposed 134 times across 29 states and UTs.
2. Manipur and Uttar Pradesh have seen the most frequent impositions, 10 times each.

Note– However, these are not the regions that have spent the longest time under central control.

States/UTs with the longest duration under President’s Rule:

1. Jammu & Kashmir– Over 12 years.
2. Punjab– Over 10 years.

Both faced prolonged militant and separatist activity leading to instability.

3. Puducherry– Over 7 years.

Frequent government collapses due to infighting and defections.

18) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The 4th India-European Union (EU) Urban Forum served as a crucial step in shaping a collaborative approach to India's urban transformation.

It reinforced the shared commitment of India and the EU to driving smart, sustainable, and inclusive urban development in line with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA)’s programs and missions.

The forum focused on three key themes aimed at fostering resilient, gender-inclusive, and sustainable urban development:

Detailed Explanation:

The 4th India-European Union (EU) Urban Forum served as a crucial step in shaping a collaborative approach to India's urban transformation.

It reinforced the shared commitment of India and the EU to driving smart, sustainable, and inclusive urban development in line with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA)’s programs and missions.

The forum focused on three key themes aimed at fostering resilient, gender-inclusive, and sustainable urban development:

In 2017 Joint Declaration on Partnership for Smart and Sustainable Urbanization, the 4th India-EU Urban Forum was held in New Delhi, marking a significant milestone in the EU-India collaboration on sustainable urban development.

19) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Indians continue to dominate Asia's wealth rankings, with six Indian families making it to Bloomberg’s list of Asia’s 20 richest families.

The Ambani family leads the chart with a massive fortune of $90.5 billion, significantly ahead of the second-richest family in Asia.

Detailed Explanation:

Indians continue to dominate Asia's wealth rankings, with six Indian families making it to Bloomberg’s list of Asia’s 20 richest families.

The Ambani family leads the chart with a massive fortune of $90.5 billion, significantly ahead of the second-richest family in Asia.

Top 3 Richest Families in Asia

20) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Karnataka has emerged as the best-performing state in local governance in 2024, overtaking Kerala, which held the top position in 2015-16.

The findings were published in a report by the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA).

Detailed Explanation:

Karnataka has emerged as the best-performing state in local governance in 2024, overtaking Kerala, which held the top position in 2015-16.

The findings were published in a report by the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA).

Union Minister of State for Panchayati Raj and Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Prof. SP Singh Baghel, launched the Panchayat Devolution Index 2024, prepared by the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA).

Uttar Pradesh (UP) made a significant jump from 15th place to 5th place, showing strong improvements in transparency and anti-corruption measures in Panchayati Raj governance.

Tripura also showed progress, moving from 13th place to 7th place.

21) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025, scheduled from February 19 to March 9 in Pakistan and Dubai, has gained further excitement with the announcement of Shikhar Dhawan as one of its official event ambassadors.

Detailed Explanation:

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025, scheduled from February 19 to March 9 in Pakistan and Dubai, has gained further excitement with the announcement of Shikhar Dhawan as one of its official event ambassadors.

The only player to win the Golden Bat in two consecutive editions (2013 & 2017).

Other Iconic Ambassadors for ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Sarfaraz Ahmed – Pakistan’s 2017 Winning Captain

Shane Watson – Australia’s Champion All-Rounder

Tim Southee – New Zealand’s Bowling Spearhead

22) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced Jomel Warrican (West Indies) and Beth Mooney (Australia) as the Players of the Month for January 2025, recognizing their exceptional performances in international cricket.

India’s leading Test bowler, Jasprit Bumrah, and Australia’s talented all-rounder, Annabel Sutherland, have been named the ICC Men’s and Women’s Players of the Month for December 2024.

Detailed Explanation:

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced Jomel Warrican (West Indies) and Beth Mooney (Australia) as the Players of the Month for January 2025, recognizing their exceptional performances in international cricket.

India’s leading Test bowler, Jasprit Bumrah, and Australia’s talented all-rounder, Annabel Sutherland, have been named the ICC Men’s and Women’s Players of the Month for December 2024.

Jomel Warrican – ICC Men’s Player of the Month

First ICC Men’s Player of the Month award.

Key figure in West Indies’ historic Test win in Pakistan (first since 1990).

Beth Mooney – ICC Women’s Player of the Month

Recognized for her role in Australia’s Ashes triumph over England.

23) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Bangladesh's Shohely Akhter has become the first woman cricketer to be banned by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for corruption charges.

The ICC Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) found Shohely Akhter guilty of violating five provisions of the ICC Anti-Corruption Code:

Article 2.1.1: Attempting to fix matches or influence their outcome.

Article 2.1.3: Engaging in corrupt conduct by making improper approaches to fellow players.

Article 2.1.4: Offering money to manipulate match outcomes.

Article 2.4.4: Failing to report corrupt approaches to the ICC.

Article 2.4.7: Trying to obstruct investigations into corruption.

Detailed Explanation:

Bangladesh's Shohely Akhter has become the first woman cricketer to be banned by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for corruption charges.

The 36-year-old off-spinner was found guilty of attempting to fix matches during the 2023 Women’s T20 World Cup and has been banned for five years from all forms of cricket, effective February 10, 2025.

The ICC Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) found Shohely Akhter guilty of violating five provisions of the ICC Anti-Corruption Code:

Article 2.1.1: Attempting to fix matches or influence their outcome.

Article 2.1.3: Engaging in corrupt conduct by making improper approaches to fellow players.

Article 2.1.4: Offering money to manipulate match outcomes.

Article 2.4.4: Failing to report corrupt approaches to the ICC.

Article 2.4.7: Trying to obstruct investigations into corruption.

24) Answer: B

About Fitch Ratings:

Founded: 1913 by John Knowles Fitch

Headquarters: New York, USA & London, UK (Dual HQ)

Subsidiary of: Hearst Communications (100% ownership)

CEO: Paul Taylor

President: Ian Linnell

25) Answer: B

About Greece:

Capital: Athens

Currency: Euro (€)

President: Constantine Tassoulas

Prime Minister: Kyriakos Mitsotakis