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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.
