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Which Indian pharmaceutical company received WHO approval for a new drug formulation in 2024?
A
Sun Pharma
B
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories
C
Cipla
D
Multiple Indian pharma firms
Correct Answer:
D. Multiple Indian pharma firms
EXPLANATION
Several Indian pharmaceutical companies received WHO pre-qualification approvals in 2024 for generic and innovative formulations.
What is the new minimum support price (MSP) policy focus in 2024-2025 for Indian farmers?
A
Reducing MSP for all crops
B
Maintaining MSP with focus on pulses and oilseeds
C
Eliminating MSP system
D
Tripling MSP overnight
Correct Answer:
B. Maintaining MSP with focus on pulses and oilseeds
EXPLANATION
Government emphasized MSP support for nutritional crops like pulses and oilseeds while addressing farmer welfare.
In 2024-2025, which bilateral defense agreement did India sign with Australia?
A
CECA (Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement)
B
AUKUS alliance membership
C
Defence agreement expansion and naval cooperation
D
Technology transfer accord
Correct Answer:
C. Defence agreement expansion and naval cooperation
EXPLANATION
India-Australia defense ties strengthened with expanded military cooperation, joint exercises, and strategic coordination.
Which major ports in India received upgraded infrastructure investment in 2024-2025?
A
Only Port Blair
B
Jawaharlal Nehru Port, Mumbai and Adani Ports
C
Kochi Port exclusively
D
Paradip Port only
Correct Answer:
B. Jawaharlal Nehru Port, Mumbai and Adani Ports
EXPLANATION
Multiple major Indian ports including JNPT Mumbai and Adani Port series received significant infrastructure development funding.
What was India's inflation rate target range set by the RBI for 2024-2025?
A
2-4%
B
3-5%
C
4-6%
D
5-7%
EXPLANATION
RBI maintained its inflation target band of 4% (±2%) with focus on price stability in 2024-2025.
In 2024, which Indian institution was awarded the status of 'Deemed to be University' for research excellence?
A
IIT Bombay
B
AIIMS Delhi
C
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research
D
Indian Institute of Science
Correct Answer:
C. Tata Institute of Fundamental Research
EXPLANATION
TIFR received recognition for its contributions to fundamental research and scientific advancement in 2024.
Which renewable energy target did India set for 2030 during the COP28 negotiations?
A
250 GW
B
500 GW
C
750 GW renewable energy capacity
D
1000 GW
Correct Answer:
C. 750 GW renewable energy capacity
EXPLANATION
India committed to 750 GW renewable energy capacity by 2030 as part of its climate action pledge at international forums.
What major economic concern faced India-China bilateral trade in 2024-2025?
A
Zero trade volume
B
Trade deficit and border tensions affecting commerce
C
Complete trade ban
D
Surplus for India
Correct Answer:
B. Trade deficit and border tensions affecting commerce
EXPLANATION
India-China trade faced challenges due to ongoing border tensions and India's trade deficit, leading to discussions on tariffs and regulations.
Which Indian athlete won a gold medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics in shooting?
A
Neeraj Chopra
B
Manu Bhaker
C
Abhinav Bindra
D
Sift Kaur Samra
Correct Answer:
B. Manu Bhaker
EXPLANATION
Manu Bhaker won India's first medal at Paris 2024 with a bronze in 10m air pistol shooting event.
In 2024-2025, India launched a major digital payment infrastructure upgrade. What is it commonly known as?
A
Digital India 2.0
B
UPI 3.0
C
RuPay Expansion Initiative
D
National Payment Grid
Correct Answer:
B. UPI 3.0
EXPLANATION
India's RBI promoted UPI 3.0 and digital payment advancements to enhance financial inclusion and digital transactions in 2024-2025.
