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1) Which Indian state records the highest per capita usage intensity of Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions, according to the RBI bulletin paper?
(a) Karnataka
(b) Maharashtra
(c) Telangana
(d) Delhi
(e) Andhra Pradesh
2) The World Bank has revised India’s FY26 GDP growth forecast to what level, citing resilient domestic demand, rural recovery, and GST reforms?
(a) 6.1%
(b) 6.3%
(c) 6.4%
(d) 6.5%
(e) 6.7%
3) In news, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised India’s Gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast for 2025–26 to what level, according to its World Economic Outlook report?
(a) 6.2%
(b) 6.4%
(c) 6.5%
(d) 6.6%
(e) 6.8%
4) During the 238th meeting of the Central Board of Trustees (CBT), Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has simplified its withdrawal rules, allowing members to withdraw up to 100% of their EPF balance, including both employee and employer contributions. The EPFO 13 withdrawal rules have been merged into how many unified categories?
(a) 2
(b) 3
(c) 4
(d) 5
(e) 6
5) In news, EPFO will collaborate with India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) to deliver Digital Life Certificates (DLCs) to EPS-95 pensioners at their doorstep. What is the cost per certificate, borne by EPFO?
(a) ₹25
(b) ₹75
(c) ₹50
(d) ₹100
(e) ₹150
6) Which of the following statements about ATMs and White Label ATMs (WLAs) is incorrect?
(a) WLAs are set up, owned, and operated by non-banks authorised by RBI.
(b) The rule for free transactions apply to Basic Savings Bank Deposit Accounts (BSBDA)
(c) A valid card and PIN are required to transact at an ATM/WLA.
(d) Free transaction limits apply to savings bank accounts at ATMs.
(e) Charges beyond free limits cannot exceed ₹23 per transaction (plus taxes).
7) Which of the following is a feature of the EPFO Vishwas Scheme?
(a) Penal rate is uniform at 2% per month for all delayed payments
(b) Scheme duration is fixed at 12 months with no extension
(c) Only applies to new EPF cases filed after FY26
(d) No provision for graded lower rates for shorter delays
(e) Covers pending litigation under Section 14B of the EPF Act
8) Which Union Minister publicly endorsed Mappls, the navigation app developed by MapmyIndia, as an alternative to Google Maps?
(a) Ashwini Vaishnaw
(b) Nitin Gadkari
(c) Mansukh Mandaviya
(d) Piyush Goyal
(e) Rajnath Singh
9) How many rural households have received tap water connections under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) since its launch in August 2019?
(a) 10 crore
(b) 12.5 crore
(c) 15.71 crore
(d) 18 crore
(e) 20 crore
10) Recently, the Government of India has extended the tenure of the 16th Finance Commission by one month, moving the report submission deadline from October 31 to November 30, 2025.
Who is the chairperson of the 16th Finance Commission of India?
(a) N.K. Singh
(b) Shaktikanta Das
(c) Raghuram Rajan
(d) Arvind Panagariya
(e) C. Rangarajan
11) Which one of the following new services was launched by Indian Railways to enhance door-to-door freight and parcel movement?
(a) High-Speed Passenger Rail Service
(b) Assured Transit Container Service
(c) Dedicated Freight Corridor Service
(d) Metro Rail Cargo Service
(e) Coastal Shipping Service
12) Which country became the newest State Member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) during the 2025 World Conservation Congress?
(a) Georgia
(b) Kazakhstan
(c) Azerbaijan
(d) Armenia
(e) Moldova
13) Who received the Lifetime Achievement Awards at the 70th Filmfare Awards 2025 in Ahmedabad?
(a) Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha
(b) Aamir Khan and Rani Mukerji
(c) Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol
(d) Kiran Rao and Kriti Sanon
(e) Zeenat Aman and Shyam Benegal
14) In Oct’25, the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) signed a MoU with Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) to implement solar-based projects with a total capacity of how many MW?
(a) 100 MW
(b) 200 MW
(c) 300 MW
(d) 400 MW
(e) 500 MW
15) The National School of Drama (NSD) and Bharat Bhawan, Bhopal, have signed an MoU to revive which inactive repertory?
(a) Rangmandal Repertory
(b) Natya Shodh Repertory
(c) Bharat Rang Repertory
(d) Madhya Pradesh Drama Repertory
(e) Kala Bhawan Repertory
16) For which term has India been elected unopposed to the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) for the 7th time?
(a) 2025–2027
(b) 2026–2028
(c) 2027–2029
(d) 2028–2030
(e) 2029–2031
17) The 5th edition of the Indo-Indonesian Joint Bilateral Maritime Exercise ‘Samudra Shakti – 2025’ is being hosted by India at which city?
(a) Mumbai
(b) Kochi
(c) Visakhapatnam
(d) Chennai
(e) Gandhinagar
18) Which country is hosting NATO’s annual nuclear deterrence exercise ‘Steadfast Noon’ in 2025?
(a) Belgium
(b) United Kingdom
(c) Denmark
(d) Netherlands
(e) Germany
19) Where did SpaceX’s 11th Starship rocket land successfully after completing its test flight?
(a) Gulf of Mexico
(b) Atlantic Ocean
(c) Pacific Ocean
(d) Indian Ocean
(e) Mediterranean Sea
20) What is the total investment planned for the AdaniConnex–Google data centre campus in Visakhapatnam over five years?
(a) $5 billion
(b) $10 billion
(c) $15 billion
(d) $20 billion
(e) $25 billion
21) What is the current International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List status of the Indian wolf (Canis lupus pallipes)?
(a) Vulnerable
(b) Endangered
(c) Critically Endangered
(d) Near Threatened
(e) Least Concern
22) In news, India hosted the 11th Asian Aquatics Championships for the first time at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex, Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The 11th Asian Aquatics Championships also served as a qualifier for which upcoming major event?
(a) 2026 Commonwealth Games, India
(b) 2026 Asian Games, Nagoya
(c) 2025 World Aquatics Championships, Japan
(d) 2027 World Games, USA
(e) 2026 Olympics, Paris
23) Recently, Goa’s Agriculture Minister and former Chief Minister Ravi Naik passed away. Naik’s second term as Chief Minister of Goa in 1994 lasted for how many days, making him the shortest-serving CM in Goa’s history?
(a) 6 days
(b) 5 days
(c) 9 days
(d) 7 days
(e) 8 days
24) What is the theme for World Food Day 2025, observed annually on the 16th of October?
(a) Zero Hunger for All
(b) Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future
(c) Sustainable Agriculture for Tomorrow
(d) Nourish the Planet, Feed the Future
(e) Food Security in Times of Crisis
25) What is the theme of World Anaesthesia Day, observed on the 16th of October 2025?
(a) Safe Surgery for All
(b) Anaesthesia and Patient Safety
(c) Advancing Anaesthesia Globally
(d) Innovation in Anaesthesia
(e) Anaesthesiology in Health Emergencies
Answers :
1) Answer: C
Short Explanation:
A Reserve Bank of India (RBI) bulletin paper found that Telangana records the highest usage intensity of Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions in per capita terms among all Indian States.
The study used PhonePe transaction data as a proxy for assessing UPI usage intensity, since PhonePe accounts for 58% of total UPI transaction volume and 53% of total transaction value.
Detailed Explanation:
A Reserve Bank of India (RBI) bulletin paper found that Telangana records the highest usage intensity of Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions in per capita terms among all Indian States.
The study used PhonePe transaction data as a proxy for assessing UPI usage intensity, since PhonePe accounts for 58% of total UPI transaction volume and 53% of total transaction value.
Other states with high UPI usage intensity include Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Delhi, and Maharashtra, driven by urbanisation and economic activity.
The paper notes that UPI’s growth has significantly reduced cash demand, as reflected in the steady fall of ATM withdrawals as a percentage of GDP.
The average value of UPI transactions (ticket size) has been declining over time, while most P2M transactions are below ₹500.
Cash withdrawal intensity remains higher in northeastern States, Kerala, Goa, and Delhi, likely due to tourism, service-sector cash use, remittance inflows, and rural cash dependence.
2) Answer: D
Short Explanation:
The World Bank has raised India’s GDP growth forecast to 6.5% for FY26, up from 6.3% projected in June 2025, citing resilient domestic demand, rural recovery, and the impact of GST reforms.
Detailed Explanation:
The World Bank has raised India’s GDP growth forecast to 6.5% for FY26, up from 6.3% projected in June 2025, citing resilient domestic demand, rural recovery, and the impact of GST reforms.
India is expected to remain the world’s fastest-growing major economy, supported by strong consumption and economic formalization.
However, the World Bank revised India’s FY27 growth forecast down to 6.3%, attributing it to the 50% tariff imposed by the U.S. on Indian exports.
3) Answer: D
Short Explanation:
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised India’s Gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast for 2025–26 to 6.6% from 6.4% earlier, despite US punitive tariffs on Indian exports.
Detailed Explanation:
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised India’s Gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast for 2025–26 to 6.6% from 6.4% earlier, despite US punitive tariffs on Indian exports.
The upward revision is attributed to a strong first-quarter performance, which offset the impact of higher US effective tariffs on imports from India since July 2025, according to the IMF’s World Economic Outlook report.
In the April–June quarter of FY26, India’s GDP grew 7.8%, the fastest pace in at least a year, driven by robust private consumption.
4) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has simplified its withdrawal rules, allowing members to withdraw up to 100% of their EPF balance, including both employee and employer contributions.
The decision was taken at the 238th meeting of the Central Board of Trustees (CBT) chaired by Union Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya.
13 withdrawal rules have been merged into one unified rule, now classified under three categories — Essential Needs, Housing Needs, and Special Circumstances.
Detailed Explanation:
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has simplified its withdrawal rules, allowing members to withdraw up to 100% of their EPF balance, including both employee and employer contributions.
The decision was taken at the 238th meeting of the Central Board of Trustees (CBT) chaired by Union Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya.
13 withdrawal rules have been merged into one unified rule, now classified under three categories — Essential Needs, Housing Needs, and Special Circumstances.
Education withdrawals can now be made up to 10 times and marriage withdrawals up to 5 times (earlier combined limit was 3).
The minimum service period for partial withdrawals has been reduced to 12 months.
Under Special Circumstances, members don’t need to specify reasons for withdrawal.
5) Answer: C
Short Explanation:
EPFO will collaborate with India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) to deliver Digital Life Certificates (DLCs) to EPS-95 pensioners at their doorstep, costing ₹50 per certificate, borne by EPFO.
Detailed Explanation:
EPFO will collaborate with India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) to deliver Digital Life Certificates (DLCs) to EPS-95 pensioners at their doorstep, costing ₹50 per certificate, borne by EPFO.
EPFO launched EPFO 3.0, a major digital upgrade using Core Banking and cloud-based technology for faster and more secure services.
EPFO 3.0 offers instant claim settlements, multilingual self-service options, and automatic payroll-linked contributions for 30 crore members.
The Board appointed four new Fund Managers to handle EPFO’s debt investments for the next five years.
6) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
An Automated Teller Machine (ATM) is a computerised machine that allows customers to access their bank accounts for cash withdrawal and perform financial and non-financial transactions without visiting a bank branch.
The rule for free transactions does not apply to Basic Savings Bank Deposit Accounts (BSBDA), which have their own withdrawal conditions.
Detailed Explanation:
An Automated Teller Machine (ATM) is a computerised machine that allows customers to access their bank accounts for cash withdrawal and perform financial and non-financial transactions without visiting a bank branch.
White Label ATMs (WLAs) are ATMs set up, owned, and operated by non-banks, authorised by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007.
For customers, facilities at WLAs and bank ATMs are the same, offering similar transaction options.
RBI permitted non-bank entities to set up WLAs to increase ATM penetration in semi-urban and rural areas for better financial inclusion.
Services and Transactions
ATMs/WLAs provide multiple services like cash withdrawal, balance enquiry, mini statement, bill payment, and PIN change, though mobile recharge is not allowed at WLAs.
ATM cards, debit cards, credit cards, and prepaid cards can be used at ATMs/WLAs depending on issuer permissions.
A valid card and PIN are required to transact at an ATM/WLA, though card-less withdrawals are now also permitted by the RBI.
The PIN (Personal Identification Number) is a numeric password issued by banks, which must be kept confidential and changed regularly.
Cards issued by any Indian bank can be used at any ATM or WLA across the country.
On-Us transaction means using your own bank’s ATM, while Off-Us transaction means using another bank’s ATM or WLA.
Free Transaction Limits and Charges
Savings bank account holders are entitled to minimum free transactions
Five free On-Us transactions (own bank’s ATM) per month,
Three free Off-Us transactions at metro locations, and
Five free Off-Us transactions at non-metro locations.
Banks can offer more free transactions than the RBI’s minimum requirement.
The rule for free transactions does not apply to Basic Savings Bank Deposit Accounts (BSBDA), which have their own withdrawal conditions.
Non-cash transactions and failed transactions (due to technical errors or no cash) are not counted towards the free transaction limit.
ATMs must clearly display whether they are located in a metro or non-metro area for customer clarity.
Charges beyond free limits cannot exceed ₹23 per transaction (plus taxes).
Charges for cash withdrawal using credit cards or ATMs abroad are decided by individual banks.
7) Answer: E
Short Explanation:
Labour and Employment Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya launched the Vishwas Scheme during the 238th meeting of the Central Board of Trustees (CBT) of EPFO in New Delhi.
Coverage:
Pending litigation under Section 14B
Unpaid penal damage orders
Pre-adjudication defaults
Detailed Explanation:
Labour and Employment Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya launched the Vishwas Scheme during the 238th meeting of the Central Board of Trustees (CBT) of EPFO in New Delhi.
The scheme aims to reduce prolonged litigation under the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) & Miscellaneous Provisions Act, rationalize penal damages, and enhance member convenience.
Objective: Simplify and rationalize penalties for delayed EPF remittances, covering pending, ongoing, and future cases under specified categories.
Uniform Penal Rate:1% per month for most delayed payments.
Graded Lower Rates:
0.25% per month for delays up to 2 months
0.50% per month for delays up to 4 months
Coverage:
Pending litigation under Section 14B
Unpaid penal damage orders
Pre-adjudication defaults
Legal Impact: Compliance under Vishwas will result in abatement or withdrawal of litigation.
Duration: Initially 6 months, with provision for extension.
8) Answer: A
Short Explanation:
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw publicly endorsed Mappls, a navigation app developed by MapmyIndia, as a viable alternative to Google Maps, promoting digital self-reliance under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
Detailed Explanation:
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw publicly endorsed Mappls, a navigation app developed by MapmyIndia, as a viable alternative to Google Maps, promoting digital self-reliance under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
Following the endorsement:
Mappls became the second most downloaded navigation app on the Apple App Store, after Google Maps.
On Google Play, the app crossed 1 crore (10 million) downloads.
Daily downloads rose tenfold within two weeks.
Indian Railways is preparing to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to integrate Mappls’ mapping services.
• Distinctive features of Mappls include:
3D junction views for enhanced real-time navigation.
Traffic signal countdowns in supported cities.
Indoor navigation for malls and buildings.
Alerts for speed breakers, sharp turns, and accident-prone zones.
Support for 12+ Indian languages.
Unique Mappls PIN for precise geolocation.
9) Answer: C
Short Explanation:
The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) has provided tap water connections to over 15.71 crore rural households, achieving more than 80% national coverage since its launch in August 2019.
With the focus shifting from coverage to sustainability, service reliability, and local governance, the mission aims to ensure that water flows consistently and safely to rural homes.
Detailed Explanation:
The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) has provided tap water connections to over 15.71 crore rural households, achieving more than 80% national coverage since its launch in August 2019.
With the focus shifting from coverage to sustainability, service reliability, and local governance, the mission aims to ensure that water flows consistently and safely to rural homes.
Sustainability: Protecting and maintaining water sources for long-term viability.
Functionality: Ensuring that piped water systems deliver water daily, not just exist on paper.
Service delivery: Providing safe, quality water accessible at all times.
• Strengthening these aspects requires robust institutions, trained personnel, and active community engagement at the village and district levels.
• The first-ever District Collectors’ PeyjalSamvad was held in New Delhi to:
Dashboards for real-time tracking of supply, coverage, and complaints.
Village-level monitoring integrated with digital platforms like eGram Swaraj.
10) Answer: D
Short Explanation:
Detailed Explanation:
11) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw has virtually inaugurated three new door-to-door freight and parcel services designed to enhance India’s logistics ecosystem.
Assured Transit Container Service (Delhi → Kolkata): A time-bound container train service to ensure reliable transit between national capitals, linking Delhi with Kolkata.
Detailed Explanation:
Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw has virtually inaugurated three new door-to-door freight and parcel services designed to enhance India’s logistics ecosystem.
These services represent a strategic move by Indian Railways to become more competitive in goods movement by improving last-mile connectivity, reducing dependency on road transport, and lowering costs for shippers.
The three services launched are as follows:
Assured Transit Container Service (Delhi → Kolkata): A time-bound container train service to ensure reliable transit between national capitals, linking Delhi with Kolkata.
Door-to-Door Parcel Service (Mumbai → Kolkata): This service utilizes railway parcel vans to collect parcels directly from the sender’s address and deliver them straight to the destination address, bypassing intermediate handling.
Railway Goods Sheds as Integrated Logistics Hub: Under this initiative, selected goods sheds will be upgraded and integrated into the logistics network to function as multimodal hubs—serving as nodes for collection, distribution, and transshipment.
12) Answer: D
Short Explanation:
Armenia has become the newest State Member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) during the 2025 World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi, marking a major step in its global environmental engagement.
Detailed Explanation:
Armenia has become the newest State Member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) during the 2025 World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi, marking a major step in its global environmental engagement.
The membership will provide Armenia access to global expertise, innovative conservation tools, and international partnerships, strengthening its capacity to advance biodiversity conservation and sustainable development.
Armenia’s IUCN membership supports preparations for hosting COP17 of the Convention on Biological Diversity in 2026, a key event for showcasing its environmental leadership.
13) Answer: E
Short Explanation:
The 70th Filmfare Awards 2025 took place at EKA Arena, Kankaria Lake, Ahmedabad, celebrating achievements in Hindi cinema. The ceremony was hosted by Shah Rukh Khan, Karan Johar, and Maniesh Paul.
Laapataa Ladies, directed by Kiran Rao, emerged as the most-awarded film, winning 13 trophies, equalling the record set by Gully Boy in 2020.
Lifetime Achievement Awards were presented to Zeenat Aman and Shyam Benegal for their contributions to Indian cinema.
Detailed Explanation:
The 70th Filmfare Awards 2025 took place at EKA Arena, Kankaria Lake, Ahmedabad, celebrating achievements in Hindi cinema. The ceremony was hosted by Shah Rukh Khan, Karan Johar, and Maniesh Paul.
The evening featured memorable performances from Shah Rukh Khan, Kriti Sanon, and Kajol.
Laapataa Ladies, directed by Kiran Rao, emerged as the most-awarded film, winning 13 trophies, equalling the record set by Gully Boy in 2020.
Abhishek Bachchan and Kartik Aaryan shared the Best Actor (Male) award.
Alia Bhatt won Best Actress for Jigra.
Kill stood out in technical categories, winning awards for Action, Editing, Cinematography, and Production Design.
Lifetime Achievement Awards were presented to Zeenat Aman and Shyam Benegal for their contributions to Indian cinema.
14) Answer: C
Short Explanation:
The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) to implement solar-based renewable energy projects across its establishments.
Under the agreement, 300 MW of solar power capacity will be developed across DRDO establishments nationwide, with the objective of establishing self-reliant, Net-Zero campuses at all strategic DRDO locations by 2027.
Detailed Explanation:
The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) to implement solar-based renewable energy projects across its establishments.
The MoU was signed at DRDO Bhawan, New Delhi, representing the Ministry of Defence (DRDO) and the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (SECI).
Under the agreement, 300 MW of solar power capacity will be developed across DRDO establishments nationwide, with the objective of establishing self-reliant, Net-Zero campuses at all strategic DRDO locations by 2027.
15) Answer: A
Short Explanation:
Detailed Explanation:
16) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
India has been elected unopposed to the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) for the seventh time for a three-year term (2026–2028) starting next year.
Detailed Explanation:
India has been elected unopposed to the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) for the seventh time for a three-year term (2026–2028) starting next year.
The election reflects India’s unwavering commitment to human rights and fundamental freedoms, as stated by Permanent Representative P. Harish.
India received 177 votes out of 188 cast in a proforma voting, even though it was unopposed for one of the Asia-Pacific group’s 17 allotted seats.
17) Answer: C
Short Explanation:
The Indian Navy is hosting the 5th edition of the Indo-Indonesian Joint Bilateral Maritime Exercise ‘Samudra Shakti – 2025’ at Visakhapatnam from 14–17 October 2025.
Detailed Explanation:
The Indian Navy is hosting the 5th edition of the Indo-Indonesian Joint Bilateral Maritime Exercise ‘Samudra Shakti – 2025’ at Visakhapatnam from 14–17 October 2025.
INS Kavaratti, an Anti-Submarine Warfare Corvette of the Eastern Fleet under Eastern Naval Command (ENC), and the Indonesian Navy Ship KRI John Lie, a Corvette with an integral helicopter, are participating in the exercise.
The harbour phase includes activities to build camaraderie and professional rapport, such as Cross Deck Visits, Joint Yoga Sessions, Friendly Sports Fixtures, and Professional Subject Matter Expert Exchanges (SMEE).
18) Answer: D
Short Explanation:
NATO’s annual nuclear deterrence exercise ‘Steadfast Noon’ is being hosted by the Netherlands in 2025, marking its role as this year’s host nation.
Detailed Explanation:
NATO’s annual nuclear deterrence exercise ‘Steadfast Noon’ is being hosted by the Netherlands in 2025, marking its role as this year’s host nation.
‘Steadfast Noon’ is an annual nuclear exercise conducted by NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) to test and strengthen the alliance’s nuclear deterrence capabilities.
The main operating site for the 2025 edition is Volkel Air Base (Netherlands), with supporting bases at Kleine Brogel (Belgium), Lakenheath (UK), and Skrydstrup (Denmark).
19) Answer: D
Short Explanation:
Elon Musk’s SpaceX successfully launched its 11th Starship rocket from Texas, marking the final test flight of the current version before the company begins testing an upgraded Starship for Moon and Mars missions.
The Starship rocket successfully landed in the Indian Ocean, completing all major test objectives.
Detailed Explanation:
Elon Musk’s SpaceX successfully launched its 11th Starship rocket from Texas, marking the final test flight of the current version before the company begins testing an upgraded Starship for Moon and Mars missions.
The Starship rocket successfully landed in the Indian Ocean, completing all major test objectives.
The launch took place from SpaceX’s Starbase facility with the Super Heavy booster making a soft water landing in the Gulf of Mexico about 10 minutes after liftoff.
20) Answer: C
Short Explanation:
AdaniConnex, a joint venture of Adani Enterprises, has partnered with Google to build India’s largest data centre campus in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, marking a $15 billion investment over five years.
Detailed Explanation:
AdaniConnex, a joint venture of Adani Enterprises, has partnered with Google to build India’s largest data centre campus in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, marking a $15 billion investment over five years.
The project aims to create a gigawatt-scale AI hub, powered by clean energy and a subsea cable network, boosting India’s digital and AI infrastructure.
The data centre will begin operations at 1 gigawatt (GW) capacity and scale to multiple gigawatts, making it Google’s largest AI hub outside the United States.
The campus will include a new international subsea cable gateway, solar and energy storage systems, and enhanced transmission infrastructure in Andhra Pradesh, ensuring sustainable power for high-performance AI computing.
21) Answer: A
Short Explanation:
The Indian wolf population is estimated at around 3,093 individuals across India and Pakistan, and it is currently classified as “Vulnerable” on the IUCN Red List due to habitat loss and human persecution.
Detailed Explanation:
The Indian wolf (Canis lupus pallipes) has been evaluated separately by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) for the first time, marking a major step toward its independent recognition and targeted conservation.
The Indian wolf population is estimated at around 3,093 individuals across India and Pakistan, and it is currently classified as “Vulnerable” on the IUCN Red List due to habitat loss and human persecution.
The species’ range is almost entirely restricted to India, with only 10–20 individuals left in Pakistan, making its survival heavily dependent on Indian conservation efforts.
22) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
India hosted the 11th Asian Aquatics Championships for the first time at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, marking only the second occasion South Asia hosted this prestigious event.
Detailed Explanation:
India hosted the 11th Asian Aquatics Championships for the first time at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, marking only the second occasion South Asia hosted this prestigious event.
The championships saw participation from over 1,100 athletes representing 29 countries, drawing global attention to India’s aquatic potential and organizational capabilities.
The event was jointly organized by the Swimming Federation of India (SFI) and the Government of Gujarat, featuring 65 medal events across four disciplines:
Swimming: 42 events
Artistic Swimming: 11 events
Diving: 10 events
Water Polo: 2 events
China: 40 Gold, 10 Silver, 4 Bronze | Total 54 (1st)
Kazakhstan: 8 Gold, 7 Silver, 8 Bronze | Total 23 (2nd)
Japan: 5 Gold, 12 Silver, 4 Bronze | Total 21 (3rd)
23) Answer: A
Short Explanation:
Goa’s Agriculture Minister and former Chief Minister Ravi Naik passed away on October 15, 2025, after suffering a cardiac arrest at the age of 79.
His second term as Chief Minister in 1994 lasted only six days (April 2–8), making him the shortest-serving Chief Minister in Goa’s history.
Detailed Explanation:
Goa’s Agriculture Minister and former Chief Minister Ravi Naik passed away on October 15, 2025, after suffering a cardiac arrest at the age of 79.
Ravi Naik served twice as Chief Minister of Goa, first from January 1991 to May 1993, leading a Progressive Democratic Front coalition government.
His second term as Chief Minister in 1994 lasted only six days (April 2–8), making him the shortest-serving Chief Minister in Goa’s history.
24) Answer: B
World Food Day 2025 is observed annually on the 16th of October.
The theme for this year, “Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future,”
25) Answer: E
World Anaesthesia Day is observed on the 16th of October 2025.
The World Anaesthesia Day 2025 theme is “Anaesthesiology in Health Emergencies”
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