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1) According to SEBI’s new proposal on Minimum Public Offer (MPO) for very large IPOs, what is the required MPO for companies with a valuation of over ₹5 lakh crore?

(a) ₹1,000 crore and 8% of post-issue capital

(b) ₹6,250 crore and at least 2.75% of post-issue capital

(d) ₹10,000 crore and at least 5% of post-issue capital

(e) ₹20,000 crore and at least 2% of post-issue capital

2) The IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit Card is a dual-network card that integrates which two payment networks?

(a) Visa and Mastercard

(b) Mastercard and RuPay

(d) Amex and Mastercard

(e) Amex and RuPay

3) In August 2025, Kotak Mahindra (International) recently became the first Indian firm to receive a license from the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) of which country?

(a) Singapore

(b) United States of America

(d) United Kingdom

(e) Mauritius

4) In August 2025, Israel recently approved a major settlement project in the West Bank’s E1 area. How many apartments are planned under this project?

(a) 1,500

(b) 3,500

(d) 4,200

(e) 5,000

5) What was the growth rate of India’s Index of Eight Core Industries in July 2025?

(a) 1%

(b) 2%

(d) 6.3%

(e) 7%

6) Recently, India signed Terms of Reference (ToR) with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) to begin negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Which of the following is NOT a member of the EAEU?

(a) Armenia

(b) Belarus

(d) Kyrgyz Republic

(e) Uzbekistan

7) The 6th Trilateral Foreign Ministers Dialogue to extend the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) to which country?

(a) Iran

(b) Afghanistan

(d) Uzbekistan

(e) Sri Lanka

8) India Post recently launched IT 2.0 – Advanced Postal Technology (APT) under the Digital India Mission. Which new feature introduces a 10-digit alphanumeric PIN for accurate and traceable deliveries?

(a) DIGIPIN

(b) ePIN

(d) BharatPIN

(e) SmartPIN

9) According to Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) provisional payroll data for June 2025, how many net members were added — the highest since payroll tracking began in April 2018?

(a) 16.93 lakh

(b) 18.25 lakh

(d) 21.89 lakh

(e) 23.15 lakh

10) Recently, Union Home Minister & Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah introduced some bills in the Lok Sabha. Which of the following is NOT among them?

(a) Union Territories (Amendment) Bill, 2025

(b) Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2025

(d) Banking Regulation (Amendment) Bill, 2025

(e) All of the above were introduced

11) Recently, UIDAI has onboarded which company to use Aadhaar Authentication for customer verification in India?

(a) OneWeb

(b) Hughes Communications

(d) Amazon Kuiper

(e) JioSpaceFiber

12) The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, recently inaugurated three Niveshak Seva Kendras in which city?

(a) Mumbai

(b) New Delhi

(d) Bengaluru

(e) Hyderabad

13) The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) approved the renaming of Jalalabad town in Uttar Pradesh’s Shahjahanpur district to what new name?

(a) Vishnupuri

(b) Parashurampuri

(d) Bharatpuri

(e) Shivapuri

14) Recently Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis launched which Social Media Monitoring and Cyber Intelligence Project at Police Bhavan, Nagpur?

(a) Suraksha Netra

(b) Garuda Drishti

(d) Netra Shakti

(e) E-Suraksha

15) The Agni-5 is the most advanced missile in India’s Agni series and is a key component of its nuclear deterrence strategy, which operates under a No First Use (NFU) policy.From which location was the Agni-5 missile successfully test-fired on August 20, 2025?

(a) Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh

(b) Pokhran Test Range, Rajasthan

(d) Wheeler Island, Odisha

(e) Karwar Naval Base, Karnataka

16) Recently, Mohamed Salah became the first player in football history to win the PFA Player of the Year award three times. In which years did he win?

(a) 2017, 2019, 2025

(b) 2018, 2020, 2024

(d) 2017, 2021, 2023

(e) 2019, 2022, 2024

17) As per the news, Frank Caprio, who recently passed away at the age of 88, was best known as the star of which courtroom television show?

(a) Judge Judy

(b) Night Court

(d) Caught in Providence

(e) Court TV Live

18) The World Entrepreneurs’ Day is observed globally on _____________

(a) 15th August

(b) 18th August

(d) 21st August

(e) 25th August

19) In 2025, the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism marked how many years of observance?

(a) 5th year

(b) 6th year

(d) 8th year

(e) 10th year

20) Every yearWorld Senior Citizens’ Day 2025is observed on 21st August. What is the theme of World Senior Citizens’ Day 2025?

(a) “Respecting Elderly, Respecting Humanity”

(b) “Healthy Ageing for a Better Future”

(d) “Caring for the Caregivers”

(e) “Solidarity Across Generations”

Answers :

1) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), the capital markets regulator of India, has proposed relaxing minimum public offer (MPO) requirements for very large companies to ease their burden of diluting large stakes during initial public offerings (IPOs).

For companies valued at over ₹5 lakh crore, the MPO is ₹15,000 crore and at least 1% of post-issue capital, subject to a minimum dilution of 2.5%.

Detailed Explanation:

It has decided to retain the retail quota at 35%, a reversal from its earlier proposal to reduce it to 25% for large IPOs, addressing issuer concerns by adjusting MPO thresholds instead.

The new framework sets different MPO and minimum public shareholding (MPS) requirements based on a company’s market capitalization:

For companies with a market cap between ₹50,000 crore and ₹1 lakh crore, the MPO is at least ₹1,000 crore and 8% of post-issue capital, with a five-year timeline to achieve the 25% MPS.

For those valued between ₹1 lakh crore and ₹5 lakh crore, the MPO is ₹6,250 crore and at least 2.75% of post-issue capital.

For companies valued at over ₹5 lakh crore, the MPO is ₹15,000 crore and at least 1% of post-issue capital, subject to a minimum dilution of 2.5%.

2) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

IndiGo and IDFC FIRST Bank have launched the IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit Card, a unique dual-network card that integrates both Mastercard and RuPay benefits through a single application.

Detailed Explanation:

IndiGo and IDFC FIRST Bank have launched the IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit Card, a unique dual-network card that integrates both Mastercard and RuPay benefits through a single application.

This new card is designed to enhance IndiGo’s BluChip loyalty program by allowing customers to earn more rewards on their regular spending.

It offers wide acceptance for domestic, international, and UPI transactions and features a low forex markup of 1.49%.

An FD-backed option is also available, which ensures wider accessibility and promotes responsible credit practices.

3) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Kotak Mahindra (International) received a license from the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), the capital markets regulator of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

The license allows Investment Fund Management and Portfolio Management activities.

Detailed Explanation:

Kotak Mahindra (International) received a license from the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), the capital markets regulator of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

The license allows Investment Fund Management and Portfolio Management activities.

Kotak Mahindra is the first Indian firm to secure such approval from SCA—a milestone in cross-border financial services.

This enables the launch of UAE-domiciled funds for retail investors.

Kotak already holds regulatory approvals in India, USA, UK, Singapore, Mauritius, and UAE.

This move strengthens the company’s international presence and supports a robust financial ecosystem.

4) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Israel approved a major settlement project in the West Bank, specifically in the E1 area east of Jerusalem, despite international warnings about its impact on a future Palestinian state.

The project would effectively divide the West Bank, cutting off one of the last geographical links between Ramallah and Bethlehem, disrupting Palestinian territorial continuity.

The E1 settlement plan includes around 3,500 apartments, adjacent to Maale Adumim, and 350 homes in Ashael near Hebron.

Detailed Explanation:

The project would effectively divide the West Bank, cutting off one of the last geographical links between Ramallah and Bethlehem, disrupting Palestinian territorial continuity.

The E1 settlement plan includes around 3,500 apartments, adjacent to Maale Adumim, and 350 homes in Ashael near Hebron.

Far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, a former settler leader, cast approval as a rebuke to Western countries recognising a Palestinian state.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu opposes a Palestinian state and maintains control over the West Bank, east Jerusalem, and Gaza Strip.

5) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Index of Eight Core Industries showed a significant slowdown, with a growth rate of 2% in July 2025.

This is a sharp decline from the 6.3% growth recorded in July of the previous year.

Detailed Explanation:

The Index of Eight Core Industries showed a significant slowdown, with a growth rate of 2% in July 2025.

This is a sharp decline from the 6.3% growth recorded in July of the previous year.

The slowdown was primarily due to contractions in fossil fuel sectors such as:

Coal: Down by 12.3%, the second consecutive monthly decline.

Crude Oil: Contracted by 1.3%.

Natural Gas: Declined by 3.2%.

Petroleum Refinery Products: Down by 1%.

Conversely, steel and cement were the main drivers of growth, both witnessing double-digit growth.

Steel: Grew by a strong 12.8%.

Cement: Grew by 11.7%.

Other industries with positive growth were fertilizers (2%) and electricity (0.5%).

6) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

India and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) — a bloc of five countries: Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, and Russia — have signed Terms of Reference (ToR) to begin negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA).

Detailed Explanation:

The signing took place in Moscow between Ajay Bhadoo (Additional Secretary, Department of Commerce, India) and Mikhail Cherekaev (Deputy Director, Trade Policy Department, Eurasian Economic Commission).

The primary objective of the FTA is to boost exports, support Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), and diversify market access for both sides.

The trade turnover between India and the EAEU reached $69 billion in 2024, marking a 7% increase over the previous year.

7) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The 6th Trilateral Foreign Ministers Dialogue was held in Kabul, attended by Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, and Afghanistan’s Acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi.

Detailed Explanation:

The three nations agreed to expand cooperation in multiple fields, with a major highlight being the extension of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) to Afghanistan.

The extension of CPEC, a multi-billion-dollar project, comes ahead of its second phase, expected to be launched during Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to China later this month to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit.

8) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

India Post launched IT 2.0 – Advanced Postal Technology (APT) under the Digital India Mission.

Developed by the Centre for Excellence in Postal Technology (CEPT) as part of Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India).

Introduces DIGIPIN (Digital Postal Identification Number), a 10-digit alphanumeric PIN for accurate and traceable deliveries.

Detailed Explanation:

India Post launched IT 2.0 – Advanced Postal Technology (APT) under the Digital India Mission.

Developed by the Centre for Excellence in Postal Technology (CEPT) as part of Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India).

Runs on MeghRaj 2.0 (Government Cloud Infrastructure) and supported by Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) for connectivity.

Launched under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Communications Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia.

Introduces DIGIPIN (Digital Postal Identification Number), a 10-digit alphanumeric PIN for accurate and traceable deliveries.

Includes QR code-based payments for cashless transactions and OTP (One-Time Password) based delivery verification for secure doorstep services.

9) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) released provisional payroll data for June 2025, showing a net addition of 21.89 lakh members, the highest since payroll tracking began in April 2018.

The data reflects a 9.14% increase month-on-month (MoM) compared to May 2025 and 13.46% year-on-year (YoY) compared to June 2024.

Detailed Explanation:

The data reflects a 9.14% increase month-on-month (MoM) compared to May 2025 and 13.46% year-on-year (YoY) compared to June 2024.

New Subscribers: 10.62 lakh new members enrolled (+12.68% MoM, +3.61% YoY).

Age Group 18–25 Years: Contributed 60.22% (6.39 lakh) of new subscribers, indicating majority are first-time job seekers.

Rejoined Members: 16.93 lakh rejoined after job switches (+5.09% MoM, +19.65% YoY).

Female Members: 3.02 lakh new enrollments (+14.92% MoM, +1.34% YoY); net female payroll stood at 4.72 lakh (+11.11% MoM, +10.29% YoY), showing increased workforce inclusion.

State-Wise Contribution: Top five states/UTs contributed 61.51% of net additions (13.46 lakh). Maharashtra led with 20.03%.

10) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Union Home Minister & Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah introduced three bills in the Lok Sabha:

Constitution (One Hundred and Thirtieth Amendment) Bill, 2025

Union Territories (Amendment) Bill, 2025

Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2025

The Constitutional Amendment Bill ensures that Prime Minister, Chief Ministers, and Ministers of Central/State Governments cannot run the government while in jail.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Home Minister & Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah introduced three bills in the Lok Sabha:

Constitution (One Hundred and Thirtieth Amendment) Bill, 2025

Union Territories (Amendment) Bill, 2025

Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2025

The Constitutional Amendment Bill ensures that Prime Minister, Chief Ministers, and Ministers of Central/State Governments cannot run the government while in jail.

The bill aims to raise standards of morality in public life and strengthen integrity in politics.

Key provisions of the Bill:

No person in jail can govern as PM, CM, or Minister.

Politicians accused and arrested can seek bail within 30 days.

If bail is not granted in 30 days, they will be removed from office or automatically disqualified from performing duties.

If bail is granted later, they can resume their position.

11) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has officially onboarded Starlink Satellite Communication Pvt Ltd to use Aadhaar Authentication for customer verification.

Detailed Explanation:

Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has officially onboarded Starlink Satellite Communication Pvt Ltd to use Aadhaar Authentication for customer verification.

The initiative will make the onboarding process smooth, secure, quick, and paperless, ensuring compliance with Know Your Customer (KYC) norms.

Aadhaar e-KYC will help in the seamless onboarding of Starlink users while meeting regulatory requirements, enabling the delivery of high-speed satellite internet to households, businesses, and institutions.

Aadhaar authentication will be voluntary for users, in line with existing rules.

Starlink has been appointed as a Sub-Authentication User Agency (Sub-AUA) and Sub-eKYC User Agency by UIDAI.

Aadhaar, the backbone of India’s Digital Public Infrastructure, continues to be a catalyst for ease of living and ease of doing business.

12) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) under Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), in collaboration with Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Central Depository Services Limited (CDSL), National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL), Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), and National Stock Exchange (NSE), inaugurated three Niveshak Seva Kendras in Hyderabad.

Detailed Explanation:

Purpose: To provide faster, easier, and accessible services to investors, especially for issues related to unclaimed dividends and KYC/nomination updates.

Services offered:

Direct facilitation of unpaid dividend transfers pending for 6–7 years.

KYC and nomination updates in hassle-free manner.

For Physical Folios: Submission of ISR-1/ ISR-2/ ISR-3 forms to update KYC → once updated, pending dividends credited.

For Demat Accounts: Update bank details with Depository Participant (DP) to receive unpaid dividends.

13) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has approved the renaming of Jalalabad town (Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh) to Parashurampuri.

The announcement was made by Union Minister Jitin Prasada, who belongs to the region.

Detailed Explanation:

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has approved the renaming of Jalalabad town (Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh) to Parashurampuri.

The announcement was made by Union Minister Jitin Prasada, who belongs to the region.

The demand for the change was long-standing, supported by local residents, political and religious leaders, as the town is associated with the mythological birthplace of Lord Parashuram.

The renaming reflects the cultural and spiritual identity of the area and seeks to move away from names linked with historical slavery (“ghulami”).

MHA has informed the Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh regarding the approval, and a Gazette notification is expected soon. After notification, the new name Parashurampuri will be used in all official records and signage.

14) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis launched ‘Garuda Drishti’ Social Media Monitoring and Cyber Intelligence Project at Police Bhavan, Nagpur.

The CM also distributed ₹10 crore recovered from cyber financial crimes to fraud victims.

Detailed Explanation:

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis launched ‘Garuda Drishti’ Social Media Monitoring and Cyber Intelligence Project at Police Bhavan, Nagpur.

The CM also distributed ₹10 crore recovered from cyber financial crimes to fraud victims.

‘Garuda Drishti’ system will help in tracking anti-social elements misusing social media for hate speech, fake news, threats, drug trafficking, and communal hatred.

The CM stated that most cyber financial fraud platforms are operated by foreign entities.

Citizens have been advised to be cautious of suspicious mobile offers and to immediately report cyber fraud by calling Helpline 1930 and 1945.

The ‘Garuda Drishti’ tool will be further upgraded in future to expand its scope and strengthen cyber intelligence.

15) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

India successfully tested its Agni-5 Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM) on August 20, 2025, from the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur, Odisha.

Detailed Explanation:

India successfully tested its Agni-5 Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM) on August 20, 2025, from the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur, Odisha.

Type and Range: It is an Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM) with a range of over 5,000 km, capable of reaching most of Asia and parts of Europe.

Payload: The missile is capable of carrying both conventional and nuclear warheads.

Launch Platform: It is canisterized, which enables quick launch from road-mobile platforms.

Strategic Significance: The Agni-5 is the most advanced missile in India’s Agni series and is a key component of its nuclear deterrence strategy, which operates under a No First Use (NFU) policy.

16) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) became the first player in football history to win the PFA Player of the Year award three times (2018, 2022, 2025).

Detailed Explanation:

Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) became the first player in football history to win the PFA Player of the Year award three times(2018, 2022, 2025).

In the 2024–25 Premier League season, Salah achieved a historic treble by winning:

PFA Player of the Year

Premier League Player of the Season

Golden Boot (29 goals)

Playmaker Award (18 assists)

Led Liverpool to the Premier League title, finishing 10 points ahead of Arsenal.

Age: 33 years; this third PFA win sets a new benchmark in English football.

Other PFA Awards 2025

Men’s Young Player of the Year – Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa, England) | 8 league goals, 4 UCL goals (including hat-trick vs Celtic), Age: 23.

Women’s Player of the Year – Mariona Caldentey (Arsenal & Spain) | 9 league goals, 8 UCL goals | Helped Arsenal beat Barcelona in UCL final.

Women’s Young Player of the Year – Olivia Smith (Canada & Liverpool) | 9 goals in all competitions | First female player to break £1 million transfer mark (to Arsenal).

17) Answer: D

Frank Caprio, the retired municipal judge and star of “Caught in Providence,” has died at the age of 88 after a battle with pancreatic cancer.

Born in Providence, Rhode Island, he graduated from Providence College and Suffolk University Law School.

He served as a municipal court judge from 1985 until his retirement in 2023, holding the position of chief judge.

18) Answer: D

World Entrepreneurs’ Day 2025observed globally on 21st August every year.

Objective: To celebrate entrepreneurs, honor their role in innovation, employment generation, and economic growth, and promote entrepreneurial education.

About: Recognizes entrepreneurs as drivers of technological, economic, and social advancement.

19) Answer: D

International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism 2025

Date: Observed every year on 21st August; in 2025, it marks the 8th year of observance.

Established by: The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 2017.

Supporting Bodies: Linked with broader initiatives of the United Nations (UN) and the Human Rights Council (HRC).

2025 Theme:“United by Hope: Collective Action for Victims of Terrorism.”

20) Answer: C

World Senior Citizens’ Day 2025observed on 21st August every year

Proclaimed by: In 1988, United States of America (USA) President Ronald Reagan through Proclamation 5847.

Global Adoption: In 1990, the United Nations (UN) declared it as a worldwide observance.

2025 Observance: Marks the 34th year of global observance.

Objective: To recognize the contributions of senior citizens, raise awareness of age-related challenges, and promote intergenerational solidarity.

Theme 2025:“Empowering Elderly Voices for an Inclusive Future.”