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.
What is the name of India's ambitious space station project announced for launch in 2025?
AChandrayaan Space Station
BBharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS)
CGaganyaan Orbital Module
DSurya Space Platform
Correct Answer: B. Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS)
Explanation:
ISRO announced the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) project, India's first independent space station, with initial modules planned for deployment starting 2025.
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.
What was the theme of India's G20 presidency conclusion event in 2025?
AGlobal Unity for Sustainable Development
BOne Earth, One Family, One Future
CVasudhaiva Kutumbakam
DDevelopment for All Nations
Correct Answer: C. Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam
Explanation:
India's G20 presidency (2023-2024) concluded with the theme 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (the world is one family), emphasizing global cooperation and inclusive development.
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.