In January 2025, which country became the first to successfully test a hypersonic cruise missile with scramjet technology?
AIndia
BRussia
CChina
DUnited States
Correct Answer: A. India
Explanation:
India successfully tested its hypersonic cruise missile (BrahMos-II variant) in January 2025, becoming the first country to operationalize scramjet-powered hypersonic cruise missile technology.
In 2025, which Indian state became the first to achieve 100% renewable energy generation capacity?
AKerala
BHimachal Pradesh
CGoa
DSikkim
Correct Answer: D. Sikkim
Explanation:
Sikkim became India's first state to achieve 100% renewable energy generation capacity in early 2025, primarily through hydroelectric and solar power projects.
In January 2025, India's inflation rate stood at which level according to CPI data?
A4.8%
B3.2%
C5.5%
D2.9%
Correct Answer: B. 3.2%
Explanation:
India's Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation for January 2025 was recorded at 3.2%, reflecting a cooling trend in price increases and remaining within RBI's target band.
Which major Indian IT company announced a significant quantum computing partnership in early 2025?
ATCS
BInfosys
CHCL Technologies
DWipro
Correct Answer: A. TCS
Explanation:
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) announced a major quantum computing initiative in collaboration with international partners to develop quantum solutions for enterprise applications.
In 2025, India launched a new digital rupee variant aimed at which sector?
ARetail transactions
BWholesale banking
CInternational trade
DCryptocurrency exchanges
Correct Answer: B. Wholesale banking
Explanation:
India's RBI expanded its digital rupee (e-Rupee) initiative by launching the wholesale variant (e-Rupee-W) for interbank settlements and high-value wholesale transactions in 2025.
In February 2025, India's foreign reserves reached approximately how many billion USD?
A$580 billion
B$620 billion
C$650 billion
D$700 billion
Correct Answer: C. $650 billion
Explanation:
India's foreign currency reserves exceeded $650 billion in February 2025, marking a significant milestone and reflecting strong external position and investor confidence.
What percentage of India's electricity generation came from renewable sources in 2025?
A35%
B42%
C48%
D55%
Correct Answer: B. 42%
Explanation:
India's renewable energy generation reached 42% of total electricity production in 2025, driven by aggressive solar and wind capacity additions under the National Action Plan.
India's Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) 2025 increased the pension guarantee to what percentage of average salary?
A40%
B50%
C60%
D70%
Correct Answer: B. 50%
Explanation:
The Unified Pension Scheme effective from April 2025 guarantees minimum pension of 50% of the average salary of the last 12 months of service, benefiting civil servants.
What was the primary focus of India's Budget 2025 regarding agricultural transformation?
ASubsidy increase
BTechnology-driven precision agriculture
CLand redistribution
DExport promotion only
Correct Answer: B. Technology-driven precision agriculture
Explanation:
Budget 2025 allocated significant funds for precision agriculture, including soil health cards, use of AI/ML for crop optimization, and drone technology deployment in farming.