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1) Recently, Government of India has introduced a major policy reform allowing private sector professionals to apply for top management roles in Public Sector Banks (PSBs). What is the minimum total experience required for a private sector applicant applying for the SBI Managing Director post?

(a) 15 years

(b) 18 years

(c) 20 years

(d) 21 years

(e) 25 years

2) As per the news, State Bank of India (SBI) has set a target to raise women’s workforce share to what percentage within five years?

(a) 25%

(b) 27%

(c) 28%

(d) 30%

(e) 35%

3) What is the full form of ATS, the online platform launched by the Reserve Bank of India?

(a) Application Transfer System

(b) Automated Tracking Service

(c) Application Tracking System

(d) Applicant Transfer Solution

(e) Administrative Tracking Setup

4) Which of the following statements about tokenization is incorrect?

(a) Tokenization replaces actual card details with a unique token.

(b) De-tokenisation converts a token back into the original card details.

(c) Customers are charged a fee for availing tokenization services.

(d) Tokenization can be used on devices like mobiles, tablets, laptops, and wearables.

(e) Only an authorised card network or issuer can perform tokenisation and de-tokenisation.

5) Recently, the Unique Identification Authority of India launcheda Nationwide Mascot Design Contest for Aadhaar. Where can participants submit their entries for the Aadhaar Mascot Design Contest?

(a) UIDAI office only

(b) MyGov platform

(c) Ministry of Finance portal

(d) State government websites

(e) Post submission to UIDAI HQ

6) In which region of Maharashtra has High-Density Plantation (HDP) been successfully implemented under the Kapas Kranti Mission?

(a) Akola

(b) Nagpur

(c) Pune

(d) Nashik

(e) Kolhapur

7) Until which year does India’s current Co-Chair term of the United Nations Global Geospatial Information Management for Asia and the Pacific (UN-GGIM-AP) extend?

(a) 2026

(b) 2027

(c) 2032

(d) 2028

(e) 2030

8) Under which framework of NITI Aayog’s Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) with DP World,was the ‘We Rise’ initiative?

(a) Mentorship & Market Access (MMA)

(b) Inclusive Enterprise Program (IEP)

(c) Startup India Collaboration (SIC)

(d) Women MSME Growth Fund (WMGF)

(e) Award to Reward (ATR)

9) Recently, Telangana has become the top-performing state in India for recovering lost and stolen mobile phones through the CEIR portal. What does CEIR stand for?

(a) Central Equipment Identification Registry

(b) Central Equipment Identity Register

(c) Central Electronics Identity Repository

(d) Citizen Equipment Identity Record

(e) Central Electronic Identity Register

10) The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) celebrated its 9th Foundation Day at its New Delhi campus.  What renaming suggestion was made during the 9th Foundation Day of AIIA?

(a) Renaming AIIA campus as Sushma Swaraj Campus

(b) Renaming Onida Bus Stand as AIIA Bus Stand

(c) Renaming OPD building after former Director

(d) Naming the cafeteria as Ayur Cafe

(e) Renaming hospital wards after Ayurveda practitioners

11) As per the news, Uruguay is the first Latin American country to_____________

(a) Legalise euthanasia

(b) Legalise assisted suicide

(c) Ban euthanasia

(d) Legalise physician-assisted abortion

(e) Mandate palliative care

12) As per the report, India and Brazil have agreed to expand the scope of the existing Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) between New Delhi and MERCOSUR to promote trade and investment between the parties. How many tariff lines are currently covered under the existing India-MERCOSUR PTA?

(a) 200

(b) 350

(c) 300

(d) 450

(e) 600

13) In the news, Akkai Padmashali was named the First Transgender Representative from Karnataka on the Supreme Court-appointed committee. Who is heading the Supreme Court-appointed committee on transgender rights?

(a) Justice D.Y. Chandrachud

(b) Justice Asha Menon

(c) Justice R.F. Nariman

(d) Justice N.V. Ramana

(e) Justice Indira Banerjee

14) Who has assumed charge as the President of Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (Assocham)on 17 October 2025?

(a) Amitabh Chaudhry

(b) Uday Kotak

(c) Sanjiv Mehta

(d) Noel Tata

(e) Nirmal Kumar Minda

15) Who was sworn in as the Deputy Chief Minister of Gujarat on 17 October 2025?

(a) Bhupendra Patel

(b) Harsh Sanghvi

(c) Vijay Rupani

(d) Amit Shah

(e) Nitin Patel

16) Rajnath Singh Inaugurates New Tejas Mk1A and HTT-40 Production Lines at HAL Nashik to Boost Defence Self-Reliance. What is HAL’s total Tejas production capacity per year after the inauguration of the new line?

(a) 16 jets

(b) 20 jets

(c) 24 jets

(d) 28 jets

(e) 30 jets

17) As per the news, AR Rahman Launches Secret Mountain with Google Cloud, introducing AI-Powered Digital Avatars. Which of the following is a notable avatar in Secret Mountain?

(a) Cara – Irish singer-songwriter

(b) Zen Tam – Tamil rapper

(c) Blessing – African percussionist and vocalist

(d) Rohan – Japanese drummer

(e) All of the above except (d)

18) Which country became the second-smallest nation to qualify for the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup after Iceland in 2018?

(a) Malta

(b) Luxembourg

(c) Bhutan

(d) Andorra

(e) Cape Verde

19) Who were named ICC Players of the Month for September 2025?

(a) Kuldeep Yadav and Tazmin Brits

(b) Brian Bennett and Sidra Amin

(c) Abhishek Sharma and Smriti Mandhana

(d) Rishabh Pant and Harmanpreet Kaur

(e) Shreyas Iyer and Deepti Sharma

20) Who was Jim Bolger, who passed away recently?

(a) Former President of Australia

(b) Former President of South Africa

(c) Former Prime Minister of Ireland

(d) Former Prime Minister of Canada

(e) Former Prime Minister of New Zealand

21) On which date is National Solidarity Day observed in India?

(a) 18th October

(b) 19th October

(c) 20th October

(d) 21st October

(e) 22nd October

22) What is the theme for World Osteoporosis Day 2025,observed annually on 20th October?

(a) It's Unacceptable!

(b) Strong Bones, Strong Life

(c) Bone Health for All

(d) Prevent, Protect, Promote

(e) Healthy Bones, Healthy You

23) On which date is Police Commemoration Day observed in India?

(a) 19th October

(b) 20th October

(c) 18th October

(d) 22nd October

(e) 21st October

24) What is the first prize amount for the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) Mascot Design Contest?

(a) ₹25,000

(b) ₹40,000

(c) ₹50,000

(d) ₹60,000

(e) ₹75,000

25) When was the CEIR (Central Equipment Identity Register) portal launched as a pilot?

(a) January 2022

(b) June 2022

(c) October 2022

(d) April 2023

(e) September 2022

Answers :

1) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Government of India has introduced a major policy reform allowing private sector professionals to apply for top management roles in Public Sector Banks (PSBs), including a Managing Director (MD) post in the State Bank of India (SBI).

For SBI MD (Private Sector Applicants), the eligibility includes a minimum of 21 years of overall experience, with 15 years in banking and 2 years of board-level experience.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of India has introduced a major policy reform allowing private sector professionals to apply for top management roles in Public Sector Banks (PSBs), including a Managing Director (MD) post in the State Bank of India (SBI).

As per the revised guidelines by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, one of the four SBI MD positions is now open to private sector professionals and employees of other public sector financial institutions.

The same eligibility criteria have also been extended to select Executive Director (ED) positions in nationalized banks to enhance leadership diversity and draw on private sector expertise for better decision-making.

For SBI MD (Private Sector Applicants), the eligibility includes a minimum of 21 years of overall experience, with 15 years in banking and 2 years of board-level experience.

For PSU Bank ED posts, candidates must have 18 years of total experience, including 12 years in banking and 3 years at a senior level below the board.

For PSB applicants, current General Managers (GM) or Chief General Managers (CGM) with 4 years combined experience at those levels are eligible till FY 2027–28, after which eligibility will shift to CGMs with at least 2 years of service.

2) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

State Bank of India (SBI) has set a target to raise women’s workforce share to 30% within five years, up from the current 27%, as stated by Deputy Managing Director (HR) & Chief Development Officer Kishore Kumar Poludasu.

Detailed Explanation:

State Bank of India (SBI) has set a target to raise women’s workforce share to 30% within five years, up from the current 27%, as stated by Deputy Managing Director (HR) & Chief Development Officer Kishore Kumar Poludasu.

Women constitute 33% of SBI’s frontline workforce, but their overall representation is lower, leading to the launch of structured diversity and inclusion initiatives.

SBI’s flagship ‘Empower Her’ programme aims to groom women for leadership roles through coaching and structured mentoring.

3) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Application Tracking System (ATS) is an online platform hosted on the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) website that allows the public to submit applications to RBI and track their status until disposal.

An application refers to any submission made to any department of RBI, except where specific submission modes are separately prescribed.

The department or office selected by the applicant while submitting the application will receive and process it.

Detailed Explanation:

The Application Tracking System (ATS) is an online platform hosted on the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) website that allows the public to submit applications to RBI and track their status until disposal.

An application refers to any submission made to any department of RBI, except where specific submission modes are separately prescribed.

The department or office selected by the applicant while submitting the application will receive and process it.

A first-time user must register on ATS using a valid email ID, after which a system-generated password is sent via email to enable login and submission.

Upon submission, a unique application number is generated and emailed to the applicant, allowing them to track their application online.

The system automatically sends an email notification when the application is disposed of or transferred to another department or section.

Applications can be transferred between departments or offices, and applicants will receive an email update with the transfer details, which can also be viewed under ‘My Application’ in ATS.

4) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Tokenization is the replacement of actual card details with an alternate code called a token, which is unique for each combination of card, token requestor, and device.

De-tokenisation is the conversion of a token back into the actual card details.

No charges are payable by the customer for availing tokenisation services.

Detailed Explanation:

Tokenization is the replacement of actual card details with an alternate code called a token, which is unique for each combination of card, token requestor, and device.

De-tokenisation is the conversion of a token back into the actual card details.

A tokenised card transaction is safer, as actual card details are not shared with the merchant during processing.

Tokenization can be done when a cardholder initiates a request on the app of the token requestor, which forwards it to the card network, and with issuer’s consent, a token is issued.

No charges are payable by the customer for availing tokenisation services.

It is allowed on consumer devices such as mobile phones, tablets, laptops, desktops, wearables, IoT devices, etc., for all payment channels like contactless, QR code, and app-based payments.

Tokenization can also be enabled on smart watches or similar devices.

Only an authorised card network or card issuer can perform tokenisation and de-tokenisation.

5) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has announced a nationwide Mascot Design Contest to find an official visual ambassador for Aadhaar.

The contest is being hosted on the MyGov platform and is open until 31 October 2025.

Detailed Explanation:

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has announced a nationwide Mascot Design Contest to find an official visual ambassador for Aadhaar.

The contest is being hosted on the MyGov platform and is open until 31 October 2025.

Participants — individuals or teams — can submit original mascot designs with a concept note explaining how the design represents Aadhaar’s values.

Purpose of the Mascot: It will serve as UIDAI’s visual ambassador, making communication more accessible and engaging, and will reflect Aadhaar’s core values of trust, inclusivity, empowerment, and digital innovation. It should also embody service, security, and accessibility.

Eligibility and Submission: Open to all Indian citizens; entries must be submitted on the MyGov contest page by 31 October 2025. Each participant or team can submit one original design with a name and concept note describing how it aligns with Aadhaar’s themes.

6) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

• The Government of India has launched the ₹600 crore Kapas Kranti Mission to enhance long-staple cotton cultivation and improve cotton productivity across major growing regions.
• Maharashtra’s Akola region has successfully implemented HDP methods using specialized seed varieties, closer plant spacing, and modern agronomic practices.

Detailed Explanation:

• The Government of India has launched the ₹600 crore Kapas Kranti Mission to enhance long-staple cotton cultivation and improve cotton productivity across major growing regions.
• The mission was announced in Hyderabad by Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy, aiming to promote scientific and technological innovation in cotton farming.
• The mission focuses on promoting High-Density Plantation (HDP) practices, scientific cultivation methods, technology-enabled procurement and selling platforms, and farmer training through exposure visits.
• The mission aligns with the government’s goal of self-reliance in cotton production and improving income security for cotton farmers.
• Maharashtra’s Akola region has successfully implemented HDP methods using specialized seed varieties, closer plant spacing, and modern agronomic practices.
• The mission will replicate this success model in Telangana, where over 24 lakh farmers are engaged in cotton cultivation.

7) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India has been elected as the Co-Chair of the United Nations Global Geospatial Information Management for Asia and the Pacific (UN-GGIM-AP) for a three-year term extending up to 2028.

Detailed Explanation:

India has been elected as the Co-Chair of the United Nations Global Geospatial Information Management for Asia and the Pacific (UN-GGIM-AP) for a three-year term extending up to 2028.

This election strengthens India’s position in global geospatial policy, reflecting its technological capabilities and data governance leadership.

UN-GGIM-AP is a regional committee under the United Nations Committee of Experts on Global Geospatial Information Management (UN-GGIM), comprising 56 countries and economies from the Asia-Pacific region.

Established in 1995 and rebranded in 2012, the committee promotes geospatial information use in policymaking, identifies regional challenges, and supports economic, social, and environmental benefits through geospatial integration.

8) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

NITI Aayog’s Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP), in partnership with DP World, has launched the ‘We Rise – Women Entrepreneurs Reimagining Inclusive and Sustainable Enterprises’ initiative under WEP’s Award to Reward (ATR) framework.

Detailed Explanation:

NITI Aayog’s Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP), in partnership with DP World, has launched the ‘We Rise – Women Entrepreneurs Reimagining Inclusive and Sustainable Enterprises’ initiative under WEP’s Award to Reward (ATR) framework.

The initiative aims to support 100 high-potential women-led Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in becoming export-ready and integrating into global trade networks.

It aligns with the national vision of “Viksit Bharat @2047” and seeks to position women as key drivers of inclusive and sustainable economic growth.

‘We Rise’ is a public–private collaboration that brings together WEP’s ecosystem of over 90,000 women entrepreneurs with DP World’s global trade infrastructure to promote capacity-building, mentorship, and international market access.

9) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Telangana has become the top-performing state in India for recovering lost and stolen mobile phones through the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal, tracing and recovering over 1 lakh phones as of October 16, 2025.

Detailed Explanation:

Telangana has become the top-performing state in India for recovering lost and stolen mobile phones through the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal, tracing and recovering over 1 lakh phones as of October 16, 2025.

The CEIR portal, managed by the Government of India, enables citizens to report lost or stolen phones using their International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number. Once reported, the phone is blocked across all Indian networks, allowing law enforcement agencies to track and recover the device.

After verification of ownership, the recovered phone is unblocked and returned to the rightful owner.

The CEIR portal was launched in September 2022 as a pilot in Karnataka, Maharashtra, Delhi, and northeastern states, and was later extended to Telangana in April 2023.

10) Answer: B

The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), an autonomous organisation under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, celebrated its 9th Foundation Day at its New Delhi campus.

Prof. (Vaidya) Pradeep Kumar Prajapati, Director, AIIA, highlighted the institute’s achievements, expressed gratitude to former Directors, and suggested infrastructural improvements like constructing a divider near the hospital and renaming Onida Bus Stand as AIIA Bus Stand.

11) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

On 15 October 2025, Uruguay became the first Latin American country to legalise euthanasia through legislation, decriminalising medically assisted dying for patients with incurable illnesses causing unbearable suffering.

Uruguay is the first predominantly Catholic nation in Latin America to formally legalise euthanasia, following five years of political debate, public engagement, and ethical discussions.

Detailed Explanation:

On 15 October 2025, Uruguay became the first Latin American country to legalise euthanasia through legislation, decriminalising medically assisted dying for patients with incurable illnesses causing unbearable suffering.

Uruguay is the first predominantly Catholic nation in Latin America to formally legalise euthanasia, following five years of political debate, public engagement, and ethical discussions.

The Uruguayan Senate approved the bill with a 20–11 vote, after earlier endorsement by the lower house, reflecting strong legislative and societal support for personal autonomy in end-of-life decisions.

The government will frame implementation rules, including medical protocols, ethical safeguards, and oversight mechanisms to ensure proper execution.

Eligibility is limited to patients with incurable diseases causing unbearable physical or psychological pain, and mental competency must be certified by two independent doctors.

12) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India and Brazil have agreed to expand the scope of the existing Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) between New Delhi and MERCOSUR to promote trade and investment between the parties.

MERCOSUR (Common Market of the South) is a trading bloc comprising Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

The current PTA has limited coverage with only 450 tariff lines (products), and both sides aim to expand it into a full-fledged trade agreement.

The two countries have set a new bilateral trade target of $20 billion by 2030, compared to $12 billion in 2024.

Detailed Explanation:

India and Brazil have agreed to expand the scope of the existing Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) between New Delhi and MERCOSUR to promote trade and investment between the parties.

MERCOSUR (Common Market of the South) is a trading bloc comprising Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

The current PTA has limited coverage with only 450 tariff lines (products), and both sides aim to expand it into a full-fledged trade agreement.

The two countries have set a new bilateral trade target of $20 billion by 2030, compared to $12 billion in 2024.

Brazil has expressed readiness to launch a digital partnership with India focusing on Artificial Intelligence (AI), high-performance computing, and technology start-ups.

13) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Trans rights activist Akkai Padmashali has been appointed to a Supreme Court-appointed committee tasked with formulating an equal opportunity policy for the protection of transgender rights.

The panel is headed by Justice Asha Menon, a retired Delhi High Court judge, and includes other members such as Grace Banu, Vyjayanthi Vasanta Mogli, Sourav Mandal, Nithya Rajshekhar, and Sanjay Sharma.

Detailed Explanation:

Trans rights activist Akkai Padmashali has been appointed to a Supreme Court-appointed committee tasked with formulating an equal opportunity policy for the protection of transgender rights.

She becomes the first transgender person from Karnataka to serve on such a Supreme Court panel, marking a historic milestone for representation and inclusivity in national policymaking.

The committee’s formation signifies a progressive step towards equality and social justice for the transgender community in India.

The panel is headed by Justice Asha Menon, a retired Delhi High Court judge, and includes other members such as Grace Banu, Vyjayanthi Vasanta Mogli, Sourav Mandal, Nithya Rajshekhar, and Sanjay Sharma.

14) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

On October 17, 2025, Nirmal Kumar Minda, Executive Chairman of Uno Minda Group, assumed charge as the President of the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (Assocham).

Detailed Explanation:

On October 17, 2025, Nirmal Kumar Minda, Executive Chairman of Uno Minda Group, assumed charge as the President of the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (Assocham).

Amitabh Chaudhry, Managing Director & CEO of Axis Bank, has been appointed as the Senior Vice-President of Assocham, subject to RBI approval.

Minda is a veteran of over five decades in the auto component industry, known for his customer-centric and people-first leadership.

15) Answer: B

On October 17, 2025, Harsh Sanghvi was sworn in as the Deputy Chief Minister of Gujarat, marking a major political development and leadership shift under Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel’s newly reconstituted Cabinet.

A total of 26 members, including the Chief Minister, were inducted, bringing the Cabinet size close to the constitutional limit of 15% of the 182-member Gujarat Assembly.

16) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The new Tejas production line, built in just two years, can produce eight aircraft annually, raising HAL’s total Tejas capacity to 24 jets per year, while creating around 1,000 jobs and involving 40 industry partners.

Detailed Explanation:

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the third production line of HAL’s Tejas Mk1A Light Combat Aircraft and the second production line of the HTT-40 trainer aircraft at HAL’s Nashik facility, and flagged off the first Tejas jet from the new line.

He described the Tejas Mk1A’s production as a symbol of Aatmanirbharta in defence, noting that India’s military import dependency has fallen from 70% to 35% in the past decade.

The new Tejas production line, built in just two years, can produce eight aircraft annually, raising HAL’s total Tejas capacity to 24 jets per year, while creating around 1,000 jobs and involving 40 industry partners.

17) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Notable avatars include:

Cara – Irish singer-songwriter

Zen Tam – Tamil rapper

Blessing – African percussionist and vocalist

Detailed Explanation:

AR Rahman, the acclaimed music composer, has partnered with Google Cloud to launch Secret Mountain, an immersive entertainment venture integrating artificial intelligence (AI) with music and culture.

Secret Mountain is a metahuman digital band comprising six hyper-realistic avatars, each representing diverse cultures and musical styles.

The avatars are designed to look, move, and express emotions like real humans, offering a lifelike performance experience in virtual settings.

Notable avatars include:

Cara – Irish singer-songwriter

Zen Tam – Tamil rapper

Blessing – African percussionist and vocalist

18) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

In a historic sporting milestone, Cape Verde has become the second-smallest nation after Iceland (2018) to qualify for the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup.

Detailed Explanation:

In a historic sporting milestone, Cape Verde has become the second-smallest nation after Iceland (2018) to qualify for the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup.

This achievement has drawn global attention to the Atlantic Island nation’s sporting progress and geopolitical identity.

In contrast, India’s national football team suffered a defeat to 158th-ranked Singapore in Goa, missing qualification for the 2027 Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Asian Cup, highlighting how focused investment and talent nurturing can propel even small nations to global sporting success.

19) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Indian cricket celebrated Abhishek Sharma and Smriti Mandhana being named International Cricket Council (ICC) Players of the Month for their outstanding performances in September 2025.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian cricket celebrated Abhishek Sharma and Smriti Mandhana being named International Cricket Council (ICC) Players of the Month for their outstanding performances in September 2025.

Abhishek Sharma – Men’s T20I Excellence

Shined in the Asia Cup T20 International (T20I) tournament, scoring 314 runs in 7 matches at an average of 44.85 and a strike rate of 200.

Awarded Player of the Tournament and achieved 931 ICC Men’s T20I batting rating points, the highest ever in the format at the end of the Super Fours stage.

Beat contenders such as Kuldeep Yadav (India) and Brian Bennett (Zimbabwe), winning through expert panel and fan votes.

Smriti Mandhana – Women’s ODI Brilliance

Excelled in India’s One Day International (ODI) series against Australia, scoring 58, 117, and 125 in three innings.

Triumphed over Tazmin Brits (South Africa) and Sidra Amin (Pakistan) to secure the ICC Women’s Player of the Month award.

Played a pivotal role in India’s ongoing ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 campaign.

20) Answer: E

Jim Bolger, former Prime Minister of New Zealand (1990–1997), passed away at age 90 due to kidney failure after undergoing dialysis.

21) Answer: C

National Solidarity Day is observed on 20th October,

A Committee Constituting Prime Minister Indira Gandhi decided to dedicate 20th October as “National Solidarity Day” for the war remembrance , for honouring the Soldiers who participated in the war and for honouring the soldier’s families who sacrificed their life in the war.

22) Answer: A

World Osteoporosis Day is observed annually on 20th October and launches a year-long campaign dedicated to raising global awareness of the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of osteoporosis and metabolic bone disease.

The theme for World Osteoporosis Day 2025 is "It's Unacceptable!".

23) Answer: E

Police Commemoration Day is observed on the 21st of October

The day commemorates the sacrifices of ten CRPF personnel who lost their lives while defending our border with China on October 21, 1959.

24) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Prize Structure:

1st Prize – ₹50,000

2nd Prize – ₹30,000

3rd Prize – ₹20,000

Winners will also receive certificates of recognition.

Detailed Explanation:

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has announced a nationwide Mascot Design Contest to find an official visual ambassador for Aadhaar.

Prize Structure:

1st Prize – ₹50,000

2nd Prize – ₹30,000

3rd Prize – ₹20,000

Winners will also receive certificates of recognition.

The winning mascot will be adopted as the official face of Aadhaar in public awareness and outreach campaigns, symbolizing India’s digital identity initiative.

25) Answer: E

The CEIR (Central Equipment Identity Register) portal was launched in September 2022 as a pilot in Karnataka, Maharashtra, Delhi, and northeastern states, and was later extended to Telangana in April 2023.