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1) Recently, the Reserve Bank of India Requests Government Approval to Expand Contingent Risk Buffer(CRB) Band. Which committee recommended the current Economic Capital Framework (ECF) including CRB guidelines?

(a) Urijit Patel Committee

(b) Raghuram Rajan Committee

(c) Y.V. Reddy Committee

(d) Bimal Jalan Committee

(e) Nachiket Mor Committee

2) According to the RBI Act, 1934, under which section is every note issued by the RBI guaranteed by the Central Government?

(a) Section 26(2)

(b) Section 22

(c) Section 20(2)

(d) Section 30

(e) Section 15

3) As per the Department of Posts released a commemorative postage stamp to mark 125 years of the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory. Which organization hosted the release event for the commemorative stamp?

(a) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

(b) National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA)

(c) Indian Institute of Science (IISc)

(d) Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA)

(e) Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES)

4) What key legal change is proposed to enable private participation in nuclear energy?

(a) Amendment to the Electricity Act, 2003

(b) Revision of the Atomic Energy Act, 1962

(c) Changes to the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010

(d) Introduction of a new Nuclear Investment Act

(e) Repeal of the Environmental Protection Act

5) What is the female representation target in technical maritime roles by 2030 under SMS?

(a) 5%

(b) 8%

(c) 10%

(d) 15%

(e) 12%

6) What is the name of the legislative package introduced by the U.S. House of Representatives that includes a remittance tax proposal?

(a) The One Big Beautiful Bill

(b) Secure Borders and Fair Trade Act

(c) American Tax Relief Bill

(d) International Transfers Regulation Bill

(e) The Comprehensive Taxation Act

7) What is the name of the joint special forces exercise conducted by Iran and Azerbaijan in May 2025?

(a) Caspian Shield 2025

(b) Karabakh Patrol 2025

(c) Aras-2025

(d) Tabriz Tactics 2025

(e) Zangezur Strike 2025

8) What is the name of the scheme launched to empower tribal farmers in Telangana with solar-powered irrigation?

(a) Girivikas Solar Yojana

(b) Adivasi Krishi Suraksha Abhiyan

(c) RoFR Green Fields Scheme

(d) Vanabandhu Irrigation Mission

(e) Indira Soura Giri Jala Vikasam

9) Which two literary figures were jointly awarded the 58th Jnanpith Award?

(a) Ruskin Bond and Amish Tripathi

(b) Gulzar and Rambhadracharya

(c) Arundhati Roy and Vikram Seth

(d) Namita Gokhale and Shashi Tharoor

(e) Jayanta Mahapatra and M. T. Vasudevan Nair

10) With which international company has Adani Defence partnered to produce sonobuoys?

(a) Lockheed Martin

(b) Elbit Systems (Sparton)

(c) BAE Systems

(d) Raytheon Technologies

(e) Rafael Advanced Defense Systems

11) Who is Baby KJ Muldoon?

(a) The first infant to receive a personalised CRISPR-based gene-editing therapy

(b) The youngest astronaut to visit the ISS

(c) The first baby born using artificial womb technology

(d) A Nobel laureate in genetics

(e) A child prodigy in computer science

12) What satellite was ISRO attempting to launch on the PSLV-C61 mission, which failed recently?

(a) Cartosat-3

(b) EOS-09 (Earth Observation Satellite)

(c) RISAT-2BR2

(d) NavIC-1

(e) Chandrayaan-3

13) Which of the following was NOT a discipline in the Miss World 2025 Sports Challenge?

(a) Shot put

(b) Chess

(c) Zumba session

(d) Swimming relay

(e) Badminton knockouts

14) Recently, India clinched the SAFF U-19 Title aftera Penalty Shootout Thriller Against Bangladesh. Who scored the opening goal for India in the final?

(a) Md Joy Ahamed

(b) Shami Singamayum

(c) Sunil Chhetri

(d) Aniket Jadhav

(e) Gurkirat Singh

15) Recently, Carlos Alcaraz defeated Jannik Sinner in the 2025 Italian Open final. How many career ATP titles does Carlos Alcaraz have after this win?

(a) 15

(b) 17

(c) 18

(d) 21

(e) 19

16) During which IPL 2025 match did KL Rahul become the fastest Indian to reach 8000 T20 runs?

(a) Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings

(b) Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans

(c) Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kolkata Knight Riders

(d) Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals

(e) Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants

17) Recently, the Pioneer of India's Science Museum Movement, Saroj Ghose, Passed Away. Dr. Saroj Ghose is famously known as the:

(a) Father of Indian Space Science

(b) Father of India’s Science Museum Movement

(c) Father of Indian Environmental Movement

(d) Father of Indian Medical Research

(e) Father of Indian Technology Revolution

18) On which date is World Metrology Day celebrated every year?

(a) May 18

(b) May 19

(c) May 22

(d) May 21

(e) May 20

19) What is the currency of Azerbaijan?

(a) Ruble

(b) Manat

(c) Lira

(d) Som

(e) Tenge

20) In which year was the Jnanpith Award established?

(a) 1961

(b) 1951

(c) 1971

(d) 1981

(e) 1991

Answers :

1) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reviewed its Economic Capital Framework (ECF) and sought the government’s approval to expand the Contingent Risk Buffer (CRB) band.

The framework by the Jalan Committee has been found effective over the past five years, and RBI is exploring a wider range for the buffer in view of economic vulnerabilities and fluctuations.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reviewed its Economic Capital Framework (ECF) and sought the government’s approval to expand the Contingent Risk Buffer (CRB) band.

The CRB is a portion of the RBI’s balance sheet maintained to absorb potential losses, currently set at 5.5–6.5%, as per the Bimal Jalan Committee recommendations.

A higher CRB means a lower surplus transferred to the government, and vice versa.

The Contingency Risk Buffer (CRB) is a specific provision fund kept by the central bank primarily to be used during any unexpected and unforeseen contingencies.

The CRB levels over the years:

FY19 to FY22: 5.5%

FY23: 6.0%

FY24: 6.5%

The framework by the Jalan Committee has been found effective over the past five years, and RBI is exploring a wider range for the buffer in view of economic vulnerabilities and fluctuations.

2) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will soon issue ₹20 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series bearing the signature of the new RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra.

Every note issued by RBI is guaranteed by the Central Government, per Section 26(2) of the RBI Act, 1934.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will soon issue ₹20 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series bearing the signature of the new RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra.

The design remains unchanged from the existing ₹20 notes, except for the signature.

Dimensions: 63 mm x 129 mm

Base Colour: Greenish Yellow

Reverse Illustration: Ellora Caves, symbolizing India’s cultural heritage.

Legal Tender Status:All previously issued ₹20 notes will remain legal tender.

Legal tender refers to coins or banknotes that are legally acceptable to discharge debts or obligations.

Every note issued by RBI is guaranteed by the Central Government, per Section 26(2) of the RBI Act, 1934.

Even ₹1 notes issued by the Government of India are legal tender.

RBI Governor:Sanjay Malhotra was appointed as RBI Governor from December 11, 2024, for a three-year term.

3) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Department of Posts released a commemorative postage stamp to mark 125 years of the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory.

The release event was held at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bengaluru.

Detailed Explanation:

Department of Posts released a commemorative postage stamp to mark 125 years of the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory.

The release event was held at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bengaluru.

Showcases the twin-domed building of the Kodaikanal Observatory

Right Dome: Houses a 6-inch telescope (originating from the Madras Observatory, 1850; installed at Kodaikanal in 1900)

Left Dome: Contains an 8-inch telescope (from 1866; moved to Kodaikanal in 1930)

Includes a recent H-alpha solar image captured on May 6, 2024

Depicts the IIA logo and a Butterfly Diagram showing sunspot positions from 1904 to 2020

Commemorate 125 years of India’s contributions to solar observations and astrophysics

4) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Indian government is set to introduce a landmark reform allowing private companies to operate nuclear power plants for the first time.

Possible amendments to the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010 (CLND Act) to facilitate these changes.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian government is set to introduce a landmark reform allowing private companies to operate nuclear power plants for the first time.

This move aims to attract private and foreign investments by capping liability in the event of nuclear accidents, addressing a major concern that has hindered private sector participation.

Private Sector Participation

Private firms will be permitted to own and operate nuclear power plants, ending NPCIL’s exclusive role.

This aligns India with global nuclear sector practices and supports growing energy needs.

Liability Reform

Proposal to limit the financial liability of private operators in case of nuclear accidents.

Reduces risk concerns for investors and foreign collaborators.

Possible amendments to the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010 (CLND Act) to facilitate these changes.

5) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Union Minister Shri Sarbananda Sonowal unveiled the Sagar Mein Samman (SMS) initiative on International Day for Women in Maritime in Mumbai, aiming to build a future-ready, gender-equitable maritime workforce by boosting women’s participation across all seafaring and shore-based roles.

12% female representation in technical maritime roles by 2030.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Minister Shri Sarbananda Sonowal unveiled the Sagar Mein Samman (SMS) initiative on International Day for Women in Maritime in Mumbai, aiming to build a future-ready, gender-equitable maritime workforce by boosting women’s participation across all seafaring and shore-based roles.

100% Subsidy Scheme

Structured roadmap covering planning & strategy, training & development, R&D, governance & compliance, communications, and community outreach.

Aligned with the government’s DEI objectives under Maritime India Vision 2030.

12% female representation in technical maritime roles by 2030.

Recorded a 739 percent rise in registered women seafarers—from 1,699 (2015) to 14,255 (2024).

2,989 women seafarers received financial assistance since 2014; applications rose from 45 (2014–15) to 732 (2024–25).

6) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The U.S. The House of Representatives introduced a legislative package called 'The One Big Beautiful Bill' on May 12, 2025, which includes a proposed 5% tax on remittances sent abroad by non-U.S. citizens.

The tax targets international money transfers made by non-citizens, including green card holders and temporary visa workers (e.g., H-1B, H-2A visa holders), but excludes U.S. citizens.

Detailed Explanation:

The U.S. The House of Representatives introduced a legislative package called 'The One Big Beautiful Bill' on May 12, 2025, which includes a proposed 5% tax on remittances sent abroad by non-U.S. citizens.

The tax targets international money transfers made by non-citizens, including green card holders and temporary visa workers (e.g., H-1B, H-2A visa holders), but excludes U.S. citizens.

India is significantly affected since it received $120 billion in remittances in 2023-24, with nearly 28% of these coming from the U.S.

The tax could increase the cost of sending remittances home, potentially causing a 10-15% drop in flows, leading to a $12-18 billion shortfall annually for India.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) might need to intervene more frequently to stabilize the rupee, which could weaken by ₹1-1.5 per U.S. dollar.

States like Kerala, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar depend heavily on remittances for essential expenses such as education, healthcare, and housing.

7) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Iran and Azerbaijan launched a joint special forces exercise named "Aras-2025" running from May 18 to May 21, 2025.

The drill involves Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and Azerbaijani troops.

Detailed Explanation:

Iran and Azerbaijan launched a joint special forces exercise named "Aras-2025" running from May 18 to May 21, 2025.

The drill involves Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and Azerbaijani troops.

The exercise takes place in Karabakh, a region previously disputed with Armenia before Azerbaijan regained control in September 2023.

The drill aims at boosting border security and confronting potential threats.

The drill follows a rare visit by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to Baku in April 2025, where he met Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev.

Bilateral ties had been strained due to Azerbaijan’s close security cooperation with Israel and a deadly 2023 attack on the Azerbaijani embassy in Tehran.

8) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy will inaugurate the “Indira Soura Giri Jala Vikasam” scheme at Macharam village, Nagarukurnool district, to empower 2.1 lakh tribal farmers by providing solar-powered irrigation and developing six lakh acres of RoFR lands over the next five years.

Detailed Explanation:

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy will inaugurate the “Indira Soura Giri Jala Vikasam” scheme at Macharam village, Nagarukurnool district, to empower 2.1 lakh tribal farmers by providing solar-powered irrigation and developing six lakh acres of RoFR lands over the next five years.

₹12,600 crore allocated for 2025-26 to 2029-30 on a 100% subsidy (saturation mode).

Unit cost per installation: ₹6 lakh.

2.1 lakh Scheduled Tribe farmers across Telangana.

Development of six lakh acres titled under the Rights of Forests Records (RoFR) Act, 2006.

2,30,735 STs have received RoFR title deeds, covering 6.69 lakh acres.

Prior schemes provided irrigation to 23,886 ST farmers on 69,039 acres (₹141.57 crore).

Deployment of solar pump sets, ensuring reliable, off-grid irrigation.

Addresses previous Forest department objections on electricity connections to RoFR lands.

9) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

In a grand celebration of India's literary legacy, President Droupadi Murmu presented the 58th Jnanpith Award, the nation’s highest literary honour, to Gulzar and Rambhadracharya at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi.

Detailed Explanation:

In a grand celebration of India's literary legacy, President Droupadi Murmu presented the 58th Jnanpith Award, the nation’s highest literary honour, to Gulzar and Rambhadracharya at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi.

The award recognized the enduring impact of both literary legends across diverse languages and traditions.

The 58th Jnanpith Award was jointly awarded to:

Gulzar – Celebrated for his soulful poetry, screenwriting, and lyrics.

Rambhadracharya – Honoured for his devotional Sanskrit works, scholarship, and educational leadership.

Rambhadracharya

Full Name: Jagadguru Ramanandacharya Swami Rambhadracharya

Literary Contributions:

Authored 4 Sanskrit epics – including Geet Ramayan and DashavataraCharitam

10) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Adani Defence & Aerospace has signed a binding collaboration agreement with Sparton (DeLeon Springs LLC)—a subsidiary of Elbit Systems specialising in advanced Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) systems—to assemble sophisticated electronic sonobuoy solutions domestically for the Indian Navy and global markets.

Detailed Explanation:

Adani Defence & Aerospace has signed a binding collaboration agreement with Sparton (DeLeon Springs LLC)—a subsidiary of Elbit Systems specialising in advanced Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) systems—to assemble sophisticated electronic sonobuoy solutions domestically for the Indian Navy and global markets.

First Private-Sector Sonobuoy Manufacturer: Adani Defence becomes the first Indian private entity to produce sonobuoys—critical underwater surveillance devices previously sourced entirely from foreign OEMs.

Technology & Capability Synergy: Combines Sparton’s proven ASW technology with Adani Defence’s design, manufacturing, and maintenance expertise to deliver mission-ready solutions.

Undersea Domain Awareness (UDA): Sonobuoys enable effective detection, location, and tracking of submarines, bolstering maritime security and protection of strategic naval assets like carrier strike groups.

11) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Baby KJ Muldoon, a nine-month-old infant in the United States, became the first person to receive a personalised CRISPR-based gene-editing therapy tailored to his unique genetic mutation.

KJ suffers from carbamoyl phosphate synthetase 1 (CPS1) deficiency, a rare and life-threatening liver disorder.

Detailed Explanation:

Baby KJ Muldoon, a nine-month-old infant in the United States, became the first person to receive a personalised CRISPR-based gene-editing therapy tailored to his unique genetic mutation.

KJ suffers from carbamoyl phosphate synthetase 1 (CPS1) deficiency, a rare and life-threatening liver disorder.

CPS1 deficiency causes the body to be unable to safely process ammonia, a toxic by-product of protein breakdown.

Due to the lack of a crucial CPS1 enzyme, ammonia builds up in the blood, risking brain damage and damage to other organs.

In infants, untreated CPS1 deficiency can be fatal or cause permanent harm within days.

CRISPR (Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeat) is a gene-editing tool known for its precision and ability to add, remove, or alter DNA at specific locations.

The therapy used “base editing”, a method that alters a single DNA letter precisely.

12) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) attempted to launch the earth observation satellite EOS-09 on PSLV-C61 from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota.

The mission failed due to a technical glitch: there was a fall in chamber pressure in the third stage motor case, which led to mission failure.

The third stage of PSLV is a solid rocket motor that provides higher thrust after the atmospheric phase.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) attempted to launch the earth observation satellite EOS-09 on PSLV-C61 from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota.

The mission failed due to a technical glitch: there was a fall in chamber pressure in the third stage motor case, which led to mission failure.

The third stage of PSLV is a solid rocket motor that provides higher thrust after the atmospheric phase.

The second stage of the rocket performed normally, and the third stage motor started perfectly before the anomaly occurred.

The PSLV-C61 mission was expected to place the satellite into a sun synchronous polar orbit17 minutes after lift-off.

ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan confirmed the failure and mentioned that further analysis will be done to identify the root cause.

This was the third failure in the PSLV program:

The first failure was PSLV-D1 in 1993 (first mission).

The second failure occurred during the 41st flight in 2017.

The recent failure happened on the 63rd flight (PSLV-C61).

13) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Eliise Randmaa of Estonia clinched gold at the Miss World 2025 Sports Challenge at Hyderabad’s Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, becoming the first Estonian delegate to reach the quarter-finals since 1999.

Sports Challenge Disciplines

Physical Fitness: Shot put, sprints, shuttle runs

Team Sports: Badminton knockouts, basketball, football penalty shootouts

Mind Sports: Chess

Group Activity: Zumba session

Detailed Explanation:

Eliise Randmaa of Estonia clinched gold at the Miss World 2025 Sports Challenge at Hyderabad’s Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, becoming the first Estonian delegate to reach the quarter-finals since 1999.

Competing against 108 contestants, Randmaa’s athletic prowess secured her a fast-track into the Top 40 of the pageant.

Medal Winners

Gold: Eliise Randmaa (Estonia)

Silver: Aurélie Joachim (Martinique)

Bronze: Emma Morrison (Canada)

Sports Challenge Disciplines

Physical Fitness: Shot put, sprints, shuttle runs

Team Sports: Badminton knockouts, basketball, football penalty shootouts

Mind Sports: Chess

Group Activity: Zumba session

Dignitaries & Ceremony

Inaugurated by Telangana Tourism Minister Jupally Krishna Rao

Chief Guest: BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla

Featured a torch-lighting ceremony to open the Sports Challenge

14) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

India won the SAFF U-19 Championship 2025 by defeating Bangladesh 4-3 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in regulation time.

Final held at the Golden Jubilee Stadium, Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh.

2nd Minute: Goal by Indian captain Shami Singamayum from a direct free-kick.

Detailed Explanation:

India won the SAFF U-19 Championship 2025 by defeating Bangladesh 4-3 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in regulation time.

Final held at the Golden Jubilee Stadium, Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh.

This is India’s second title in the tournament, the first being in 2023.

Venue: Golden Jubilee Stadium, Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh

Regulation Time Score: India 1 – 1 Bangladesh

Final Result: India won 4-3 on penalties

Title Count: India’s 2nd SAFF U-19 title (after 2023)

2nd Minute: Goal by Indian captain Shami Singamayum from a direct free-kick.

61st Minute: Equalizer by Md Joy Ahamed of Bangladesh.

15) Answer: E

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Jannik Sinner7-6 (5), 6-1 in the 2025 Italian Open final, securing his first Italian Open and 7th ATP Masters 1000 title.

The win halted Sinner’s 26-match winning streak and underlined Alcaraz’s clay-court mastery ahead of Roland Garros.

Final Score: 7-6 (5), 6-1 in favour of Alcaraz

Masters 1000 Titles: This triumph marks Alcaraz’s 7th at that level

ATP Titles Overall: Now 19 career titles

Sinner’s Streak Ended: Italy’s world No. 1 had won 26 consecutive matches since August 2024

16) Answer: B

KL Rahul achieved a remarkable milestone during the IPL 2025 match between Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, becoming the fastest Indian to reach 8000 runs in T20 cricket.

Rahul reached 8000 T20 runs in just 224 innings, breaking Virat Kohli’s record of 243 innings.

He is the sixth Indian to cross the 8000-run mark in T20 format.

KL Rahul debuted in T20 cricket in 2013.

17) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Dr. Saroj Ghose, the founding Director General of the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM), passed away on May 17, 2025, in Seattle, USA, at the age of 89.

He is regarded as the "Father of India’s Science Museum Movement".

Saroj Ghose (1 September 1935 – 17 May 2025) was a renowned Indian science popularizer and museum maker.

Detailed Explanation:

Dr. Saroj Ghose, the founding Director General of the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM), passed away on May 17, 2025, in Seattle, USA, at the age of 89.

He is regarded as the "Father of India’s Science Museum Movement".

Saroj Ghose (1 September 1935 – 17 May 2025) was a renowned Indian science popularizer and museum maker.

He was the founding Director General of the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM), serving from 1979 to 1997.

He also served as the director of Birla Industrial & Technological Museum.

Ghose was the President of the International Council of Museums (ICOM), Paris during 1992–1998.

Known as the father of India’s science museum movement, he pioneered a decentralised model of science museums across India, making science accessible, interactive, and inspiring.

18) Answer: E

World Metrology Day is celebrated on May 20 annually. This day is observed to raise the importance of Metrology. Metrology Day is prompted by the Measurements Standards Laboratory(MSL).

The theme for World Metrology Day 2025 is "Measurements for all times, for all people". 

The first World Metrology Day was held in 1961.

The World Metrological Organization came into force in 1950.

World Metrology Day commemorates the renowned meter convention in Paris, France in the year 1875.

19) Answer: B

About Azerbaijan :

President :Ilham Aliyev

Prime Minister :Ali Asadov

Capital :Baku

Currency :Manat

20) Answer: A

About the Jnanpith Award

Established: 1961 by Bharatiya Jnanpith.

Purpose: To honour outstanding contributions to Indian literature.

Award Components:

Citation

Cash prize

Bronze idol of Vagdevi (Goddess Saraswati)

Notable Past Recipients: Mahadevi Verma, Amrita Pritam, Girish Karnad, Pratibha Ray