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1) What is the key proposal in the draft guidelines issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regarding floating-rate loans for retail and MSME borrowers?

(a) RBI proposes to increase foreclosure charges on floating-rate loans for individual and MSME borrowers.

(b) RBI proposes to remove foreclosure charges on floating-rate loans for retail and MSME borrowers, including those for business purposes.

(c) RBI proposes to impose higher prepayment penalties for floating-rate loans to encourage lenders.

(d) RBI proposes to allow only Tier 1 and 2 urban cooperative banks to impose foreclosure charges on floating-rate loans.

(e) RBI proposes to limit floating-rate loans for MSME borrowers to ₹5 crore.

2) With which bank did LTIMind tree announce a strategic collaboration to enhance customer experience and improve banking operations?

(a) HDFC Bank

(b) Citibank

(c) Eurobank S.A.

(d) HSBC

(e) Deutsche Bank

3) Why did the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) impose monetary penalties on Citibank, Asirvad Micro Finance, and JM Financial Home Loans?

(a) For failing to meet the minimum capital requirements.

(b) For violating regulatory norms as per RBI's supervisory findings.

(c) For refusing to provide loans to MSME borrowers.

(d) For delaying tax payments to the Indian government.

(e) For engaging in fraudulent financial activities.

4) How much is the total worth of the RBI’s dollar-rupee buy-sell swap auction announced for February 28, 2025?

(a) $5 billion

(b) $8 billion

(c) $10 billion

(d) $15 billion

(e) $20 billion

5) Which sector did Mirae Asset Sharekhan recently expand into through strategic partnerships?

(a) Mutual fund advisory

(b) Life insurance distribution

(c) Digital banking

(d) Real estate investment

(e) Cryptocurrency trading

6) What does SOUL stand for in the context of the recently inaugurated conclave?

(a) School of Ultimate Leadership

(b) Society of Unified Learning

(c) School of Outstanding Leaders

(d) Strategic Organization for Universal Leadership

(e) Summit on Uniting Leaders

7) What additional facility has been launched at Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park along with the bio bank?

(a) A new safari park

(b) A research center for wildlife behavior

(c) An animal museum

(d) A breeding program for endangered birds

(e) A wildlife rehabilitation center

8) For what occasion will Prime Minister Narendra Modi visit Mauritius next month?

(a) To attend the BRICS Summit

(b) To participate in Mauritius’ National Day celebrations as the Guest of Honour

(c) To sign a trade agreement with Mauritius

(d) To inaugurate an Indian cultural center in Mauritius

(e) To attend a United Nations conference on climate change

9) Recently, India Takes Over Chairmanship of Bay of Bengal Programme Inter-Governmental Organisation (BOBP-IGO). Who led India’s delegation while assuming the Chairmanship of BOBP-IGO?

(a) Dr. S. Jaishankar

(b) Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi

(c) Dr. Rajeev Ranjan

(d) Shri Parshottam Rupala

(e) Dr. Ramesh Chand

10) Which two organizations have collaborated to present the art exhibition "Topographies of Tents, Terracotta, and Time" in Hyderabad?

(a) Lalit Kala Akademi & British Council

(b) Srishti Art Gallery & Goethe-Zentrum

(c) National Gallery of Modern Art & French Embassy

(d) Hyderabad Art Society & Indian Council for Cultural Relations

(e) Kalakriti Art Gallery & German Consulate

11) Who is the current U.S. Attorney General responsible for the dismissal of ATF General Counsel Pamela Hicks?

(a) Jeff Sessions

(b) Merrick Garland

(c) Pam Bondi

(d) Ted Cruz

(e) Mike Pompeo

12) Recently, Former Reserve Bank of India governor Shaktikanta Das appointed Principal Secretary-2 to Prime Minister Modi. Under Shaktikanta Das’s leadership, India’s gross Non-Performing Assets (NPA) ratio declined from 10.8% in 2018 to what level in 2024?

(a) 5.6%

(b) 4.2%

(c) 3.5%

(d) 2.8%

(e) 1.9%

13) Where is the AK-203 rifle currently being manufactured in India?

(a) Bengaluru, Karnataka

(b) Amethi, Uttar Pradesh

(c) Hyderabad, Telangana

(d) Pune, Maharashtra

(e) Chennai, Tamil Nadu

14) Recently, the acquisition of Ayana Renewable Power aligns with India’s target of achieving how much renewable energy capacity by 2030?

(a) 300 GW

(b) 400 GW

(c) 500 GW

(d) 600 GW

(e) 750 GW

15) What is the local Assamese name for the greater adjutant stork, which Purnima Devi Barman has worked to protect?

(a) Hargila

(b) Kuliang

(c) Kaalej

(d) Joraga

(e) Chakor

16) As per the report, Tata Power has partnered with which cloud service provider to modernize its digital infrastructure?

(a) Google Cloud

(b) Microsoft Azure

(c) Amazon Web Services (AWS)

(d) IBM Cloud

(e) Oracle Cloud

17) Every year, Central Excise Day is observed annually on which date?

(a) January 24

(b) February 24

(c) March 24

(d) April 24

(e) May 24

18) Recently, Vishvaa Rajakumar won the Memory League World Championship 2025.  In his record-breaking performance, how many digits did Vishvaa Rajakumar recall in just 13.5 seconds?

(a) 50

(b) 60

(c) 70

(d) 80

(e) 90

19) According to the Lancet study based on GBD 2021, by what percentage has India's suicide death rate declined from 1990 to 2021?

(a) 10%

(b) 20%

(c) 25%

(d) 30%

(e) 35%

20) Who is the current Prime Minister of Mauritius?

(a) Pravind Jugnauth

(b) Paul Bérenger

(c) Navin Ramgoolam

(d) Aneerood Jugnauth

(e) Xavier Duval

Answers :

1) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued draft guidelines proposing the removal of foreclosure charges on floating-rate loans for retail and MSME borrowers, including loans granted to individual borrowers for business purposes.

These changes will provide greater flexibility for borrowers to switch lenders offering better terms and allow them to prepay their loans without incurring penalties, which currently range from 4-5% on the outstanding principal for personal loans.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued draft guidelines proposing the removal of foreclosure charges on floating-rate loans for retail and MSME borrowers, including loans granted to individual borrowers for business purposes.

These changes will provide greater flexibility for borrowers to switch lenders offering better terms and allow them to prepay their loans without incurring penalties, which currently range from 4-5% on the outstanding principal for personal loans.

According to the draft circular, regulated entities (REs), except Tier 1 and 2 primary (urban) cooperative banks and base layer NBFCs, shall not impose prepayment penalties on floating-rate loans sanctioned to individuals and MSE borrowers, up to an aggregate limit of ₹7.50 crore per borrower.

This waiver will enable MSMEs to utilize their savings for expansion, improve cash flow, and enhance financial stability.

Additionally, the RBI has proposed that lenders must permit loan prepayment without enforcing a minimum lock-in period and must not retrospectively levy charges that were previously waived or undisclosed to borrowers.

The central bank has invited comments and feedback from stakeholders and the public on these draft guidelines until March 21.

2) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

LTIMindtree gained 2.85%, reaching ₹5,634.15, after announcing a strategic collaboration with Eurobank S.A., a subsidiary of Eurobank Ergasias Services and Holdings S.A., to enhance customer experience and improve banking operations for Eurobank and its subsidiaries.

Detailed Explanation:

LTIMindtree gained 2.85%, reaching ₹5,634.15, after announcing a strategic collaboration with Eurobank S.A., a subsidiary of Eurobank Ergasias Services and Holdings S.A., to enhance customer experience and improve banking operations for Eurobank and its subsidiaries.

Fairfax Digital Services (a Fairfax Company) enabled the partnership.

A Global Delivery Center will be established in India.

LTIMindtree has been chosen as the Services Partner for Eurobank Luxembourg's Temenos implementation program, handling:

Maintenance

Data migration

Quality assurance

Post-production support

The collaboration will focus on modernizing the technology infrastructure across Cyprus, Luxembourg, and Greece to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency

3) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed monetary penalties on Citibank, Asirvad Micro Finance, and JM Financial Home Loans for violating regulatory norms.

The RBI’s action was based on supervisory findings following a statutory inspection of the companies’ financial position as of March 31, 2023 (for Citibank and Asirvad Micro Finance) and March 31, 2022, and March 31, 2023 (for JM Financial Home Loans).

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed monetary penalties on Citibank, Asirvad Micro Finance, and JM Financial Home Loans for violating regulatory norms.

The RBI’s action was based on supervisory findings following a statutory inspection of the companies’ financial position as of March 31, 2023 (for Citibank and Asirvad Micro Finance) and March 31, 2022, and March 31, 2023 (for JM Financial Home Loans).

Citibank was fined ₹39 lakh for reporting breaches in ‘Large Exposures’ limits with delay and failing to upload rectified data within seven days of receiving rejection reports from Credit Information Companies (CICs).

Asirvad Micro Finance was penalized ₹6.20 lakh for failing to report household income of certain borrowers to CICs, not providing factsheets to some gold loan customers, and not implementing auto-escalation of complaints rejected by its internal grievance redress mechanism to the internal ombudsman.

JM Financial Home Loans was fined ₹1.50 lakh for failing to disclose its approach for gradation of risk and the rationale for different interest rates for different borrower categories. The company also did not explicitly communicate this in application forms or sanction letters.

4) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will conduct a three-year dollar-rupee buy-sell swap auction worth $10 billion (approximately ₹87,000 crores) on February 28, 2025 to inject liquidity into the banking system.

“In order to meet the durable liquidity needs of the system, the Reserve Bank has decided to inject rupee liquidity for a longer duration through a long-term USD-INR buy-sell swap,” RBI stated.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will conduct a three-year dollar-rupee buy-sell swap auction worth $10 billion (approximately ₹87,000 crores) on February 28, 2025 to inject liquidity into the banking system.

“In order to meet the durable liquidity needs of the system, the Reserve Bank has decided to inject rupee liquidity for a longer duration through a long-term USD-INR buy-sell swap,” RBI stated.

Market participants will be required to place bids based on the premium they are willing to pay to RBI for the swap's tenor, which will determine the auction’s cut-off.

This marks the second swap auction by the central bank in 2025, following a $5.1 billion six-month swap conducted on January 31.

Under this swap mechanism, the RBI will buy dollars from banks in exchange for rupees, injecting liquidity into the system, and will sell the dollars back after three years.

5) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Mirae Asset Sharekhan, a leading financial services platform, has entered the life insurance distribution sector through strategic partnerships with ICICI Prudential Life Insurance and HDFC Life.

Detailed Explanation:

Mirae Asset Sharekhan, a leading financial services platform, has entered the life insurance distribution sector through strategic partnerships with ICICI Prudential Life Insurance and HDFC Life.

This move aligns with the company’s vision of offering a one-stop financial platform that integrates wealth creation with long-term financial security.

With a growing number of retail investors in the stock market, Mirae Asset Sharekhan aims to bridge the gap between investment and financial protection by providing a diverse range of life insurance products, including:

Term Life & Health Plans – Ensuring income protection and financial security for dependents.

Unit Linked Insurance Plans (ULIPs) – Offering market-linked returns alongside life cover.

Endowment Plans – Providing risk-free savings with life cover for family security.

Annuity & Retirement Solutions – Ensuring financial stability post-retirement.

6) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the first edition of the School of Ultimate Leadership (SOUL) Leadership Conclave 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the first edition of the School of Ultimate Leadership (SOUL) Leadership Conclave 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

Addressing the gathering of distinguished leaders and aspiring young leaders, he emphasized the importance of leadership in nation-building and the development of excellent leaders across all fields.

He highlighted that SOUL is not just a name but the essence of India's social life, representing a transformative step toward a Viksit Bharat (Developed India).

A dedicated SOUL campus will be established near GIFT City, Gujarat, to provide world-class training for future leaders.

7) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

India has made a significant advancement in wildlife conservation by setting up the country’s first zoo-based biobank at Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park (PNHZP), Darjeeling, West Bengal.

Operational since July 2024, this facility aims to preserve genetic materials of endangered species.

Additionally, the zoo has launched an animal museum, enhancing conservation and research efforts.

Detailed Explanation:

India has made a significant advancement in wildlife conservation by setting up the country’s first zoo-based biobank at Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park (PNHZP), Darjeeling, West Bengal.

Operational since July 2024, this facility aims to preserve genetic materials of endangered species.

Additionally, the zoo has launched an animal museum, enhancing conservation and research efforts.

This initiative is in collaboration with the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) under the Ministry of Science and Technology, marking a major milestone in India’s biodiversity preservation.

Functions as a ‘frozen zoo’ to store DNA, cells, and tissues of endangered species.

Utilizes cryogenic storage at -196°C using liquid nitrogen to maintain viability for future research, breeding, and species revival.

8) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Mauritius next month to participate as the Guest of Honour at the country’s National Day celebrations.

The announcement was made by Mauritian Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam, who emphasized that Modi’s presence highlights the deep and historic ties between the two nations.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Mauritius next month to participate as the Guest of Honour at the country’s National Day celebrations.

The announcement was made by Mauritian Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam, who emphasized that Modi’s presence highlights the deep and historic ties between the two nations.

Mauritius celebrates its National Day on March 12, marking its independence from British rule in 1968.

Mauritian PM Navin Ramgoolam called it a “singular privilege” to host Modi despite his tight diplomatic schedule.

The Comprehensive Economic Cooperation and Partnership Agreement (CECPA) has boosted bilateral trade and investment.

9) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

India has officially assumed the Chairmanship of BOBP-IGO from Bangladesh during the 13th Governing Council Meeting held in Malé, Maldives.

The transition, attended by representatives from Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Bangladesh, was part of the “Policy Guidance for Mainstreaming Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries Management (EAFM) in Small-Scale Fisheries” conference, organized from February 20-22, 2025.

Leading India’s delegation, Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Secretary, Department of Fisheries, Government of India, took over the chairmanship and reaffirmed India’s commitment to sustainable fisheries, regional cooperation, and small-scale fishers’ welfare.

Detailed Explanation:

India has officially assumed the Chairmanship of BOBP-IGO from Bangladesh during the 13th Governing Council Meeting held in Malé, Maldives.

The transition, attended by representatives from Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Bangladesh, was part of the “Policy Guidance for Mainstreaming Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries Management (EAFM) in Small-Scale Fisheries” conference, organized from February 20-22, 2025.

Leading India’s delegation, Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Secretary, Department of Fisheries, Government of India, took over the chairmanship and reaffirmed India’s commitment to sustainable fisheries, regional cooperation, and small-scale fishers’ welfare.

This leadership aligns with India’s vision of ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’, promoting economic growth while ensuring environmental sustainability.

India assumed the Chairmanship of BOBP-IGO from Bangladesh at the 13th Governing Council Meeting.

The transition was attended by representatives from Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Bangladesh.

The event was hosted in Malé, Maldives, under the EAFM in Small-Scale Fisheries Conference.

10) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Art lovers in Hyderabad are in for a visual and intellectual experience as Srishti Art Gallery and Goethe-Zentrum Hyderabad collaborate to present "Topographies of Tents, Terracotta, and Time."

Detailed Explanation:

Art lovers in Hyderabad are in for a visual and intellectual experience as Srishti Art Gallery and Goethe-Zentrum Hyderabad collaborate to present "Topographies of Tents, Terracotta, and Time."

This international exhibition brings together the works of renowned national and international artists, exploring themes of identity, displacement, and transformation.

Curated by Matthew Partridge, the exhibition will feature three distinguished artists, each offering unique perspectives through diverse artistic mediums:

Arnaldo Drés González (Venezuela/Germany)

Sudhakar Chippa (India)

Swen Kählert (Germany)

11) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Newly appointed FBI Director Kash Patel is set to also lead the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) as its acting director.

This development follows the dismissal of ATF General Counsel Pamela Hicks by Attorney General Pam Bondi, after President Donald Trump ordered the removal of all remaining Biden-era U.S. Attorneys.

Detailed Explanation:

Newly appointed FBI Director Kash Patel is set to also lead the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) as its acting director.

This development follows the dismissal of ATF General Counsel Pamela Hicks by Attorney General Pam Bondi, after President Donald Trump ordered the removal of all remaining Biden-era U.S. Attorneys.

Hicks, who served 28 years in the Department of Justice, confirmed her departure in a LinkedIn post, expressing gratitude for her tenure.

Patel's confirmation as FBI chief faced opposition from Republican Senators Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Susan Collins of Maine but received backing from the rest of the Republican Party, including Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell.

12) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Former Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Shaktikanta Das has been appointed Principal Secretary II to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, according to a notification issued by the Secretariat of the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet.

Managed banking sector reforms, helping reduce gross NPAs from 10.8% (2018) to 2.8% (2024).

Detailed Explanation:

Former Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Shaktikanta Das has been appointed Principal Secretary II to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, according to a notification issued by the Secretariat of the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet.

His expertise will be crucial in managing economic challenges such as trade wars, rupee volatility, and slowing growth.

Former RBI Governor (2018–2024), led during critical periods such as demonetization and COVID-19.

IAS Officer (1980 batch, Tamil Nadu cadre) with extensive experience in the Finance Ministry, including roles as Revenue Secretary and Economic Affairs Secretary.

Managed banking sector reforms, helping reduce gross NPAs from 10.8% (2018) to 2.8% (2024).

13) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

With advanced systems like the AK-203 rifle and QRSAM, India aims to meet modern warfare challenges.

A key part of this modernization is the AK-203 rifle, currently manufactured in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh.

Detailed Explanation:

With advanced systems like the AK-203 rifle and QRSAM, India aims to meet modern warfare challenges.

A key part of this modernization is the AK-203 rifle, currently manufactured in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh.

This rifle is positioned as a superior alternative to the AK-47 and a replacement for the INSAS rifle, which has had performance issues since the 1990s.

The INSAS (Indian Small Arms System) rifle, weighing 4.15 kg, has limited effectiveness beyond 400 meters.

According to Zee Hindustan, the AK-203 has superior specifications—it is lighter (3.8 kg), has double the effective range (800 meters), and can fire 700 rounds per minute compared to INSAS's 650.

Additionally, the AK-203 has an improved magazine capacity of 30 rounds versus INSAS's 20 rounds.

14) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

ONGC NTPC Green Private Limited (ONGPL) acquires Ayana Renewable Power for INR 195B ($2.3B), marking its first strategic acquisition.

Ayana’s 4.1 GW operational and under-construction portfolio accelerates ONGPL’s renewable energy ambitions.

Detailed Explanation:

ONGC NTPC Green Private Limited (ONGPL) acquires Ayana Renewable Power for INR 195B ($2.3B), marking its first strategic acquisition.

Ayana’s 4.1 GW operational and under-construction portfolio accelerates ONGPL’s renewable energy ambitions.

The deal aligns with India’s goal of 500 GW renewable capacity by 2030 and Net-Zero emissions by 2070.

ONGPL, a 50:50 joint venture between ONGC Green Limited (OGL) and NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL), has signed a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) to acquire a 100% stake in Ayana Renewable Power Private Limited.

Ayana’s portfolio consists of 4.1 GW operational and under-construction assets, with an additional 1 GW in the pipeline.

15) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Renowned wildlife conservationist Purnima Devi Barman has been featured in TIME Magazine’s Women of the Year 2025 list, recognizing extraordinary leaders shaping a more equitable and sustainable world.

She is the only Indian woman on this year’s list, alongside global figures like Nicole Kidman and Gisele Pelicot of France.

Barman is celebrated for her remarkable efforts in conserving the greater adjutant stork (Hargila), which has significantly influenced both environmental conservation and social empowerment.

Detailed Explanation:

Renowned wildlife conservationist Purnima Devi Barman has been featured in TIME Magazine’s Women of the Year 2025 list, recognizing extraordinary leaders shaping a more equitable and sustainable world.

She is the only Indian woman on this year’s list, alongside global figures like Nicole Kidman and Gisele Pelicot of France.

Barman is celebrated for her remarkable efforts in conserving the greater adjutant stork (Hargila), which has significantly influenced both environmental conservation and social empowerment.

Named among 13 influential women worldwide in TIME’s 2025 list.

The only Indian woman to be recognized this year.

Her conservation work has had a lasting impact in India, Cambodia, and beyond

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) improved the stork’s status from “Endangered” to “Near Threatened”.

16) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Tata Power has announced a strategic partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to modernize its digital infrastructure and accelerate India’s transition toward a sustainable energy ecosystem.

Detailed Explanation:

Tata Power has announced a strategic partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to modernize its digital infrastructure and accelerate India’s transition toward a sustainable energy ecosystem.

This collaboration will leverage cloud technology, artificial intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT) to enhance operational efficiency, strengthen grid resilience, and empower consumers with smarter energy management tools.

Tata Power is migrating 23 mission-critical applications to AWS using Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS).

India aims to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil fuel energy by 2030.

17) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Every year February 24 is celebrated as the central Excise Day all over the world.

The day is being celebrated to honor the service of the Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) to the country.

Detailed Explanation:

Every year February 24 is celebrated as the central Excise Day all over the world.

The day is being celebrated to honor the service of the Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) to the country.

The Central Excise Department was one of the oldest departments in India which was established in the year 1855, under the British Raj.

 “The Central Excise Act” or “The Central Excise and Salt Act” was regulated in the year 1944, in which year for the first time Central Excise Day was celebrated but later in the year 1996 these acts got some changes.

18) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

In a remarkable display of cognitive brilliance, 20-year-old Vishvaa Rajakumar from India has been crowned the winner of the Memory League World Championship 2025, as reported by The New York Times.

Rajakumar's record-breaking performance included recalling 80 digits in just 13.5 seconds, showcasing his extraordinary mental agility and memorization skills.

Detailed Explanation:

In a remarkable display of cognitive brilliance, 20-year-old Vishvaa Rajakumar from India has been crowned the winner of the Memory League World Championship 2025, as reported by The New York Times.

This prestigious global competition tests participants' ability to memorize and recall sequences of numbers, images, and words in record time.

Rajakumar's record-breaking performance included recalling 80 digits in just 13.5 seconds, showcasing his extraordinary mental agility and memorization skills.

Winner of the Memory League World Championship (February 2025).

Set a new benchmark by recalling 80 digits in 13.5 seconds.

Used the "Memory Palace" technique, an ancient Roman memorization strategy.

Future goal: Establishing a memory training institution in India.

19) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

A recent Lancet study based on the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (GBD) 2021 reveals a 30% decline in India’s suicide death rate from 1990 to 2021.

Detailed Explanation:

A recent Lancet study based on the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (GBD) 2021 reveals a 30% decline in India’s suicide death rate from 1990 to 2021.

The study also states that, on a global scale, one person dies by suicide every 43 seconds.

In India, the decline is more pronounced among females, with mental health initiatives and policy reforms playing a crucial role in this reduction.

India-Specific Suicide Rate Decline

1990: 18.9 per lakh population

2021: 13 per lakh population

Greater decline observed in females compared to males.

Gender-wise Breakdown

Females: Declined from 16.8 per lakh (1990) to 10.3 per lakh (2021).

Males: Declined from 20.9 per lakh (1990) to 15.7 per lakh (2021).

20) Answer: C

About Mauritius

Capital: Port Louis

Currency: Mauritian Rupee

Prime minister: Navin Ramgoolam