Daily Current Affairs Quiz – 14th October 2025

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1) As per the report, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has developed the Unified Markets Interface (UMI) to enable tokenization of financial assets using which technology/instrument?

(a) Unified Payments Interface (UPI)

(b) Wholesale Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)

(c) National Financial Switch (NFS)

(d) Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS)

(e) Digital Rupee for Retail


2) Recently, Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited (HSBC) has committed ₹8,880 crore (US$ 1 billion) under its Innovation Banking platform to support which sector in India?

(a) Agriculture and MSMEs

(b) Start-ups and innovation ecosystem

(c) Public infrastructure projects

(d) Renewable energy companies

(e) Export-import financing


3) What key reform has the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) introduced to promote Ease of Doing Business for exporters?

(a) Manual verification of all bank accounts

(b) Introduction of new export duty on incentives

(c) Mandatory physical verification at all ports

(d) System-based auto-approval of IFSC code registration

(e) Elimination of IFSC codes for exporters


4) As per the news, The combined Assets Under Management (AUM) of the National Pension System (NPS) and Atal Pension Yojana (APY) recently crossed which milestone?

(a) ₹10 lakh crore

(b) ₹12 lakh crore

(c) ₹14 lakh crore

(d) ₹15 lakh crore

(e) ₹16 lakh crore


5) What is the total project cost of the new state-of-the-art fish market in Pandara, Bhubaneswar, for which Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone?

(a) ₹45.50 crore

(b) ₹50.00 crore

(c) ₹59.13 crore

(d) ₹65.25 crore

(e) ₹70.00 crore


6) Which agency is implementing the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) and planning major cleanliness initiatives across Jan Aushadhi Kendras?

(a) Department of Pharmaceuticals (DoP)

(b) Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI)

(c) Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG)

(d) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW)

(e) National Health Authority (NHA)


7) Which tribal community in India was recently praised by the President for achieving a literacy rate exceeding 72%, marking a milestone in educational inclusion among Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)?

(a) Siddi

(b) Gond

(c) Bhil

(d) Santhal

(e) Munda


8) As per the news, India’s first Semiconductor Innovation Museum was inaugurated on October 12, 2025, in which city?

(a) Bengaluru

(b) Chennai

(c) Hyderabad

(d) Pune

(e) Gurugram


9) Which nationwide school-level initiative, marking India’s largest school hackathon, invites students from Classes 6 to 12 to showcase creativity and problem-solving skills?

(a) Smart India Hackathon

(b) Shiksha Udyam Samman

(c) Atal Tinkering Challenge

(d) National Innovation Olympiad

(e) Viksit Bharat Buildathon


10) Who were awarded the SverigesRiksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel 2025 for their work on innovation-driven economic growth?

(a) Abhijit Banerjee, Esther Duflo, and Michael Kremer

(b) Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion, and Peter Howitt

(c) Paul Krugman, Joseph Stiglitz, and Amartya Sen

(d) Robert Shiller, William Nordhaus, and Angus Deaton

(e) Richard Thaler, Daniel Kahneman, and Vernon Smith


11) How many countries’ rangers were recognised for their exceptional contribution in the 2025 International Ranger Awards?

(a) 10

(b) 12

(c) 13

(d) 15

(e) 20


12) In news, Former United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has joined which companies as a Senior Adviser?

(a) Google and OpenAI

(b) IBM and OpenAI

(c) Facebook and DeepMind

(d) Amazon and Neuralink

(e) Microsoft and Anthropic


13) Who has been appointed as Managing Director to lead Blackstone’s private credit origination operations in India?

(a) Apurva Shah

(b) Rishi Sunak

(c) Saugata Basuray

(d) Kedar Lele

(e) Sonali Sen Gupta


14) Where was the ‘Trinetra’ Static Firing Facility for testing Naval Weapon Systems inaugurated?

(a) Naval Station Kochi

(b) Naval Station Mumbai

(c) Naval Station Visakhapatnam

(d) Naval Station Bheemunipatnam

(e) Naval Station Goa


15) Which Indian Naval Ship, a Pauk II Class Corvette, was decommissioned on 6 October 2025 after serving over three decades?

(a) INS Abhay

(b) INS Vikrant

(c) INS Kolkata

(d) INS Kamorta

(e) INS Ranvijay


16) In Oct’25, the inaugural Australia–India Defence Ministers’ Dialogue was held under which framework?

(a) India–Australia Trade Agreement

(b) Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

(c) Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad)

(d) ASEAN Defence Cooperation

(e) Indo-Pacific Partnership


17) Which sector’s talent is being nurtured through the partnership of
Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (Ficci), the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) and Netflix India?

(a) Renewable Energy Technology

(b) Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals

(c) Artificial Intelligence and Robotics

(d) FinTech and Digital Payments

(e) AVGC-XR (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics & Extended Reality)


18) When is the India-AI Impact Summit 2026 scheduled to be held?

(a) January 15–16, 2026

(b) February 19–20, 2026

(c) March 10–11, 2026

(d) April 5–6, 2026

(e) May 1–2, 2026


19) Which ministry launched the revamped Sugamya Bharat App at the Purple Fest in Goa?

(a) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

(b) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology

(c) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment

(d) Ministry of Women and Child Development

(e) Ministry of Home Affairs


20) Who is the author of the book “Mahatma Gandhi and the Environment: Analysing Gandhian Environmental Thought”?

(a) Vandana Shiva

(b) T.N. Khoshoo

(c) Rajendra Singh

(d) Sunita Narain

(e) R.K. Pachauri


21) On which date is World Standards Day observed annually?

(a) October 10

(b) October 12

(c) October 15

(d) October 16

(e) October 14


22) How many Account Aggregators are currently operational under India’s AA Framework?

(a) 10

(b) 12

(c) 17

(d) 20

(e) 25


23) Which of the following does NOT come under the new digital solutions recently launched by RBI?

(a) UPI HELP

(b) IoT Payments with UPI

(c) Banking Connect

(d) UPI Reserve Pay

(e) Smart banking Token


24) In which year were the Siddisrecognised as a Scheduled Tribe (ST) by the Government of India?

(a) 1999

(b) 2000

(c) 2001

(d) 2003

(e) 2010


25) Match the Nobel Prize Field (Column A) with its correct 2025 Winners (Column B):

Options:

(a) 1-C, 2-B, 3-A, 4-D, 5-E

(b) 1-A, 2-C, 3-B, 4-E, 5-D

(c) 1-B, 2-A, 3-C, 4-D, 5-E

(d) 1-C, 2-B, 3-D, 4-A, 5-E

(e) 1-E, 2-D, 3-A, 4-B, 5-C

Answers :

1) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has developed the Unified Markets Interface (UMI), a next-generation financial infrastructure enabling tokenization of financial assets using wholesale Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC).

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has developed the Unified Markets Interface (UMI), a next-generation financial infrastructure enabling tokenization of financial assets using wholesale Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC).

Announced by RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra during the Global Fintech Fest 2025, UMI aims to enhance market efficiency, security, and financial inclusion through digital public infrastructure.

UMI will allow financial assets like bonds and securities to be converted into digital tokens using blockchain technology, facilitating faster settlements, transparency, and fractional ownership.

The pilot program showed significant improvements in market efficiency, validating UMI’s potential to transform India’s financial markets.

The initiative positions India among global leaders in the use of CBDC for market operations, extending its role beyond payments.


2) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited (HSBC) has committed ₹8,880 crore (US$ 1 billion) to support start-ups in India through loans under its Innovation Banking platform.

India has become the 13th market globally to get a dedicated innovation banking platform from HSBC.

Detailed Explanation:

Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited (HSBC) has committed ₹8,880 crore (US$ 1 billion) to support start-ups in India through loans under its Innovation Banking platform.

The initiative will provide short-term working capital and term loans to strengthen HSBC’s presence in India’s start-up ecosystem.

India has become the 13th market globally to get a dedicated innovation banking platform from HSBC.

HSBC had earlier allocated ₹444 crore (US$ 50 million) in 2020, which rose to ₹5,328 crore (US$ 600 million) in 2024, and with 80% already committed, the fund has now been increased to ₹8,880 crore (US$ 1 billion).

The Innovation Banking Proposition was launched after HSBC’s acquisition of Silicon Valley Bank (UK) in March 2023, to provide banking services, working capital, and term loans for early- and late-stage start-ups.

HSBC also funds venture capital (VC) and private equity (PE) funds in India to support the innovation ecosystem.


3) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has introduced system-based auto-approval for IFSC code registration to enhance Ease of Doing Business.

Under this new system, registration requests for the same incentive bank account and IFSC code under a particular Importer Exporter Code (IEC) will be automatically approved across multiple Customs locations if already approved at any one location.

Detailed Explanation:

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has introduced system-based auto-approval for IFSC code registration to enhance Ease of Doing Business.

Under this new system, registration requests for the same incentive bank account and IFSC code under a particular Importer Exporter Code (IEC) will be automatically approved across multiple Customs locations if already approved at any one location.

Manual intervention by Port officers has been eliminated, allowing the system to directly approve such requests.

The initiative enables swift processing of bank account and IFSC code approval requests, improving operational efficiency.

It ensures faster and seamless credit of export incentives into exporters’ bank accounts, promoting trade facilitation.

The move reduces duplication of efforts and pendency of requests at multiple Customs stations.


4) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The combined Assets Under Management (AUM) of the National Pension System (NPS) and Atal Pension Yojana (APY) have crossed ₹16 lakh crore, marking a major milestone in India’s pension sector.

The subscriber base under NPS and APY has surpassed 9 crore, reflecting expanding pension coverage across the country.

Detailed Explanation:

The combined Assets Under Management (AUM) of the National Pension System (NPS) and Atal Pension Yojana (APY) have crossed ₹16 lakh crore, marking a major milestone in India’s pension sector.

The subscriber base under NPS and APY has surpassed 9 crore, reflecting expanding pension coverage across the country.

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has introduced several initiatives to strengthen NPS and enhance pension inclusion.

The Multiple Scheme Framework (MSF), effective from 1st October 2025, offers greater investment choice to subscribers, improving flexibility and returns.

The NPS Platform Workers Model has been launched to cover gig and platform workers, ensuring retirement benefits for India’s emerging workforce.

A Consultation Paper on NPS Overhaul has proposed graded payouts and flexible annuity options to improve retirement adequacy.

A targeted outreach drive focuses on farmers, MSME workers, SHG members, and informal sector participants to promote financial inclusion and pension coverage.


5) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for a new state-of-the-art fish market in Pandara, Bhubaneswar, during a virtual event.

The project is part of a larger initiative to boost Odisha’s fisheries sector.

Cost and Funding: The total project cost is ₹59.13 crore, with the Central Government providing ₹30 crore and the State Government contributing the remaining funds.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for a new state-of-the-art fish market in Pandara, Bhubaneswar, during a virtual event.

The project is part of a larger initiative to boost Odisha’s fisheries sector.

Cost and Funding: The total project cost is ₹59.13 crore, with the Central Government providing ₹30 crore and the State Government contributing the remaining funds.

Area: The market will be developed over approximately 5.80 acres of land.

Infrastructure: It will feature modern facilities for both wholesale and retail operations, including a cold storage facility and an ice factory.

Timeline: The project is expected to be completed by November 2027.

Economic Impact: The market is expected to directly benefit 143 traders and indirectly generate employment for over 2,000 people. It will also help meet the high demand for fish in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack areas.


6) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI), implementing the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP), plans major cleanliness initiatives covering 11,000 Jan Aushadhi Kendras, in line with guidelines from the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG).

Detailed Explanation:

Under SCDPM 5.0, the Department of Pharmaceuticals (DoP) identified 11,100 Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras (PMBJKs) across India as Outdoor Cleaning Sites, completing the preparatory phase of target identification.

The campaign emphasizes Swachhata (cleanliness) as a key parameter, with all organizations under DoP adopting specific cleanliness targets.

The Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI), implementing the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP), plans major cleanliness initiatives covering 11,000 Jan Aushadhi Kendras, in line with guidelines from the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG).

Hindustan Antibiotics Limited (HAL) has planned to reclaim 15,000 sq. ft. of office space under SCDPM 5.0.

E-waste and scrap material disposal is being undertaken, expected to generate approximately ₹16 lakh in revenue.


7) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

In a notable recognition of tribal advancement, the President of India praised the Siddi tribal community for achieving a literacy rate exceeding 72%, marking a major milestone in educational inclusion among Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs).

Detailed Explanation:

In a notable recognition of tribal advancement, the President of India praised the Siddi tribal community for achieving a literacy rate exceeding 72%, marking a major milestone in educational inclusion among Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs).

The Siddis are an Indo-African tribal community in India, descended from the Bantu people of East Africa, and are distinct from other Scheduled Tribes (STs) due to their unique ethnic and cultural heritage.

Historically, the Siddis arrived in India in two main waves — during the 7th century CE with Arab merchants and later in the 16th century CE with Portuguese and British colonialists, often as slaves, servants, blacksmiths, and artisans.

Over centuries, they have assimilated into Indian society while maintaining elements of their African cultural identity.

The community primarily resides in Gujarat (Junagadh and Gir forest areas), Karnataka (Uttara Kannada district), Maharashtra, and Telangana, often living in remote and forested regions with a relatively small population.


8) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Semiconductor Innovation Museum was inaugurated on October 12, 2025, in Hyderabad by the Technology Chip Innovation Program (T-Chip), marking a landmark development for India’s tech sector.

Detailed Explanation:

The Semiconductor Innovation Museum was inaugurated on October 12, 2025, in Hyderabad by the Technology Chip Innovation Program (T-Chip), marking a landmark development for India’s tech sector.

It is India’s first Semiconductor Innovation Museum, established to enhance public engagement and industry collaboration in the semiconductor and electronics ecosystem.

It will also host monthly demo days, global showcases, and networking events for investors and technology leaders, strengthening Hyderabad’s role as an emerging semiconductor innovation cluster.


9) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

‘Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025’ will be held marking India’s largest school hackathon.

It is a nationwide initiative that invites schools and teachers to empower students from Classes 6 to 12 to showcase their creativity and problem-solving skills.

The event aims to strengthen the culture of innovation at the school level by encouraging students to ideate or build prototypes on four key themesAtmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India), Swadeshi (Indigenous), Vocal for Local, and Samriddh Bharat (Prosperous India).

Detailed Explanation:

‘Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025’ will be held marking India’s largest school hackathon.

It is a nationwide initiative that invites schools and teachers to empower students from Classes 6 to 12 to showcase their creativity and problem-solving skills.

The event aims to strengthen the culture of innovation at the school level by encouraging students to ideate or build prototypes on four key themesAtmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India), Swadeshi (Indigenous), Vocal for Local, and Samriddh Bharat (Prosperous India).

The hackathon is organised by the Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) and NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India).


10) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The SverigesRiksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel 2025 was awarded to Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion, and Peter Howitt for their groundbreaking work on innovation-driven economic growth.

Detailed Explanation:

The SverigesRiksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel 2025 was awarded to Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion, and Peter Howitt for their groundbreaking work on innovation-driven economic growth.

The prize was announced by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences, with a total prize amount of 11 million Swedish kronor, distributed as half to Joel Mokyr and half jointly to Philippe Aghion and Peter Howitt.

Joel Mokyr (Northwestern University, USA) analysed historical evidence to explain why innovation became self-sustaining after the Industrial Revolution, highlighting the importance of scientific knowledge, cultural openness, and societal acceptance of change.

Philippe Aghion (Collège de France, INSEAD, London School of Economics) and Peter Howitt (Brown University, USA) developed the theory of creative destruction, showing how new innovations replace old technologies, driving productivity and economic growth while also creating economic conflicts that societies must manage to prevent innovation blockage.


11) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The 2025 International Ranger Awards celebrated the unmatched courage and dedication of forest rangers, who serve as the first and last line of defense for global biodiversity.

Rangers from 13 countries, including Ukraine, Burkina Faso, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines, were recognised for their exceptional contribution to protecting fragile ecosystems.

Detailed Explanation:

The 2025 International Ranger Awards celebrated the unmatched courage and dedication of forest rangers, who serve as the first and last line of defense for global biodiversity.

The awards were presented by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA) to honour rangers for their service in wildlife protection and forest conservation.

Rangers from 13 countries, including Ukraine, Burkina Faso, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines, were recognised for their exceptional contribution to protecting fragile ecosystems.

The awards aim to highlight the sacrifices of rangers and to bring global attention to the dangers and duties they shoulder daily.

A total of 13 individual rangers and teams were honoured, each receiving financial support between USD 5,000 and USD 25,000.

The awards were organised by IUCN WCPA, with support from the Wildlife Trust of India and other international partners.


12) Answer: E

Former United Kingdom (UK) Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has joined Microsoft and Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence company, as a Senior Adviser, marking his shift from public office to global corporate engagement.


13) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Global investment firm Blackstone announced the launch of its India credit platform, marking a major expansion of its global credit business into one of its fastest-growing markets.

Apurva Shah was appointed as Managing Director to lead private credit origination operations in India.

Detailed Explanation:

Global investment firm Blackstone announced the launch of its India credit platform, marking a major expansion of its global credit business into one of its fastest-growing markets.

Apurva Shah was appointed as Managing Director to lead private credit origination operations in India.

Apurva Shah, based in Mumbai, has over 26 years of experience in finance, having worked with Deutsche Bank, Citigroup, DSP Merrill Lynch, and Dresdner Kleinwort Benson.


14) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

‘Trinetra’ Static Firing Facility for testing Naval Weapon Systems was inaugurated at Naval Station Bheemunipatnam, near Visakhapatnam by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, FOC-in-C, Eastern Naval Command.

Detailed Explanation:

‘Trinetra’ Static Firing Facility for testing Naval Weapon Systems was inaugurated at Naval Station Bheemunipatnam, near Visakhapatnam by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, FOC-in-C, Eastern Naval Command.

The facility has been indigenously designed and developed, reducing dependence on foreign OEMs and ensuring sustained operational capability of Naval Armament.

It will enable scientific assessment of combat-worthiness by capturing and recording key performance parameters of missiles, rockets, and related systems.

The facility enhances the reliability and precision of Naval Weapon Systems in achieving operational objectives.


15) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Indian Naval Ship Abhay and Indian Naval Fast Attack Craft (INFAC) T-82 were decommissioned at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai on 06 October 2025 after serving over three decades in the Indian Navy.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian Naval Ship Abhay and Indian Naval Fast Attack Craft (INFAC) T-82 were decommissioned at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai on 06 October 2025 after serving over three decades in the Indian Navy.

INS Abhay (Pauk II Class Corvette)

INS Abhay, a Soviet Pauk II class anti-submarine corvette, was commissioned on 10 March 1989 at Poti, Georgia (USSR) and played a major role in anti-submarine surveillance, patrols, and coastal defence operations.

The ship effectively used its ASW (Anti-Submarine Warfare) sensors and weapon suite during its operational tenure.

INS Abhay was under the command of Commander Abhay Kumar Singh during decommissioning.

INFAC T-82 (Super Dvora MK II Class Fast Attack Craft)

INFAC T-82, an Israeli Super Dvora MK II class Fast Attack Craft, was commissioned on 09 October 2003 at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai.

With the motto “Stealth and Strike”, INFAC T-82 performed search and rescue missions, submarine escort duties, and coastal interdiction operations.


16) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh and Australian Deputy Prime Minister & Defence Minister Richard Marles held the inaugural Australia–India Defence Ministers’ Dialogue, marking advancement under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Detailed Explanation:

Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh and Australian Deputy Prime Minister & Defence Minister Richard Marles held the inaugural Australia–India Defence Ministers’ Dialogue, marking advancement under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

A Joint Maritime Security Collaboration Roadmap was discussed to enhance maritime cooperation and uphold freedom of navigation, overflight, and trade across the Indo-Pacific region.

Defence education and training cooperation will expand, with more Indian students joining the Australian Defence College in 2026 and a dedicated position at the Australian Defence Force Academy in 2027.

Three key agreements were signed:

An Agreement on Information Sharing.

An MoU on Submarine Search and Rescue Cooperation.

Terms of Reference for Joint Staff Talks, strengthening bilateral defence collaboration.


17) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (Ficci) and the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) have partnered with Netflix India to nurture India’s AVGC-XR (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics & Extended Reality) talent.

Detailed Explanation:

The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (Ficci) and the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) have partnered with Netflix India to nurture India’s AVGC-XR (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics & Extended Reality) talent.

The collaboration will leverage IICT’s academic and research capabilities, FICCI’s industry network, and Netflix’s creative expertise to train future creative technology professionals in India.

IICT will design industry-driven curricula, with students gaining from workshops, masterclasses, and guest lectures conducted by leading professionals.

Scholarships will be awarded through the Netflix Fund for Creative Equity to support underrepresented talent in the media and entertainment industry.

Netflix will join IICT’s R&D Council, Academic Council, and Industry Development Council, offering strategic guidance to boost India’s AVGC-XR ecosystem.


18) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Government of India unveiled the logo of the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, scheduled for February 19–20, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of India unveiled the logo of the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, scheduled for February 19–20, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

The logo was chosen through a Logo Design Contest held on the MyGov platform between May 28 and June 12, 2025.

The winning design symbolizes India’s vision to lead global efforts in responsible AI innovation for the greater good of humanity.

The Ashoka Chakra at the center represents ethical governance, justice, and Constitutional values, which guide India’s digital transformation.


19) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, launched the revamped ‘Sugamya Bharat App’ at the Purple Fest in Goa.

Detailed Explanation:

The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, launched the revamped ‘Sugamya Bharat App’ at the Purple Fest in Goa.

The Sugamya Bharat App has been redesigned with a user-first and accessibility-first approach, serving as India’s digital accessibility hub.

The app was developed with support from SBI Foundation and in technical partnership with NAB Delhi, ISTEM, and Mission Accessibility.

The app includes features such as screen reader compatibility, voice navigation, and multi-language support, ensuring digital inclusion for persons with disabilities.


20) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Book titled “Mahatma Gandhi and the Environment: Analysing Gandhian Environmental Thought” by T.N. Khoshoo explores Mahatma Gandhi’s views on environmentalism and their contemporary relevance, particularly in the context of climate change and resource depletion.

Detailed Explanation:

The Book titled “Mahatma Gandhi and the Environment: Analysing Gandhian Environmental Thought” by T.N. Khoshoo explores Mahatma Gandhi’s views on environmentalism and their contemporary relevance, particularly in the context of climate change and resource depletion.

Gandhi’s environmental philosophy emphasizes simplicity, minimalism, and interconnectedness between humans and nature, advocating that true development must not compromise environmental or social well-being.

He famously stated: “The earth has enough for everyone’s need, but not for everyone’s greed,” highlighting the dangers of over-consumption.


21) Answer: E

World Standards Day is observed annually on the 14th of October.

The theme for this year’s celebration, “A Shared Vision for a Better World: Standards for Sustainable Development Goals,”


22) Answer: C

The Account Aggregator (AA) Framework supports data-driven financial inclusion, enabling individuals to safely share financial data with regulated entities.

The current AA ecosystem includes 17 Account Aggregators, 650 Financial Information Users (FIUs), 150 Financial Information Providers (FIPs), serving 160 million accounts and processing 3.66 billion data requests.


23) Answer: E

The RBI also launched new digital solutionsUPI HELP (AI-based support using Small Language Models), IoT Payments with UPI (connected device payments), Banking Connect (interoperable net banking interface), and UPI Reserve Pay (fund control and preauthorization feature).


24) Answer: D

In 2003, the Government of India recognised the Siddis as a Scheduled Tribe (ST), and they are also listed under the Centre’s PVTG list, which identifies the most socio-economically disadvantaged tribal groups.


25) Answer: A

        Field 2025

Winners

Discovery Awarded By
Physics John Clarke(UK), Michel H. Devoret(France) & John M. Martinis for the discovery of macroscopic quantum mechanical tunnelling and energy quantisation in an electric circuit

 

The Royal Swedish Academy of Science
Chemistry Susumu Kitagawa (Japan), Richard Robson(UK) & Omar M. Yaghi (Jordan) for the development of metal-organic frameworks

 

The Royal Swedish Academy of Science
Physiology/ Medicine Mary E. Brunkow, Frederick J. Ramsdell(USA)  & Shimon Sakaguchi (Japan) for their discoveries concerning peripheral immune tolerance

 

Nobel Committee for Physiology or Medicine
Literature László Krasznahorkai (Hungary) for his compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art The Royal Swedish Academy of Science
Peace Maria Corina Machado (Venezuela) for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela and for her struggle to achieve a just and peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy Norwegian Nobel Committee

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