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1) The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025 raised the maximum permissible Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) limit in insurance companies to what level?
(a) 74%
(b) 80%
(c) 90%
(d) 100%
(e) 51%
2) The ‘Google Pay Flex Axis Bank Credit Card’ launched in India operates on which card network?
(a) Visa
(b) Mastercard
(c) RuPay
(d) American Express
(e) Diners Club
3) In 2025, Bank of Baroda underwrote a $500 million foreign currency term loan as the Sole Mandated Lead Arranger for which entity?
(a) OVL Overseas IFSC Limited
(b) Oil India IFSC Limited
(c) ONGC Limited
(d) GAIL Global IFSC Limited
(e) IOCL Overseas Finance
4) As per the SEBI regulatory reforms approved in its 212th Board Meeting, what is the new brokerage cap (net of statutory levies) for cash market transactions?
(a) 8.59 bps
(b) 6 bps
(c) 7 bps
(d) 5 bps
(e) 3.89 bps
5) Under RBI-imposed restrictions, what is the maximum amount depositors can withdraw from The Gauhati Cooperative Urban Bank during the restriction period?
(a) ₹25,000
(b) ₹30,000
(c) ₹35,000
(d) ₹50,000
(e) ₹1 lakh
6) Under the RBI authorization, within what time frame must Paytm Payments Services Limited (PPSL) commence its cross-border payment operations?
(a) Within 3 months
(b) Within 6 months
(c) Within 9 months
(d) Within 1 year
(e) No time limit specified
7) In 2025, Airtel Payments Bank partnered with NPCI Bharat BillPay Limited to enable EV wallet recharges through which platform?
(a) UPI AutoPay
(b) FASTag
(c) e-RUPI
(d) National Common Mobility Card
(e) Bharat Connect
8) According to the Bank of America Securities (BofA) report, which country has emerged as the largest global hub for active users of Artificial Intelligence applications?
(a) United States
(b) China
(c) United Kingdom
(d) India
(e) Japan
9) Which organisation releases the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) in India?
(a) Reserve Bank of India
(b) NITI Aayog
(c) Census of India
(d) Labour Bureau, Ministry of Labour
(e) National Statistical Office under MoSPI
10) The Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, 2025 grants statutory status to which nuclear regulatory body in India?
(a) Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB)
(b) Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL)
(c) Atomic Energy Commission (AEC)
(d) Department of Atomic Energy (DAE)
(e) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC)
11) Which state will host the Regional Artificial Intelligence Impact Conference from 19–20 December 2025?
(a) Telangana
(b) Karnataka
(c) Maharashtra
(d) Odisha
(e) Tamil Nadu
12) Under the India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), Oman has granted zero-duty access on what percentage of its tariff lines for Indian exports?
(a) 98.08%
(b) 94.50%
(c) 96.25%
(d) 90.15%
(e) 99.38%
13) Which airport was named the World’s Best International Airport 2025 at the Travel + Leisure India’s Best Awards?
(a) Dubai International Airport
(b) Hamad International Airport
(c) Heathrow Airport
(d) Hong Kong International Airport
(e) Changi Airport, Singapore
14) Which airline won the Best Domestic Airline award at the Travel + Leisure India and South Asia’s Best Awards 2025?
(a) IndiGo
(b) Vistara
(c) Akasa Air
(d) Air India
(e) SpiceJet
15) Which honour was conferred on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his official visit to Muscat, becoming his 29th foreign State honour?
(a) Order of Friendship of Oman
(b) First Class of the Order of Oman
(c) Royal Order of Al Said
(d) Order of the Renaissance of Oman
(e) Sultan Qaboos Medal
16) In 2025, India and Saudi Arabia have signed a bilateral visa waiver agreement to simplify and facilitate official travel between the two countries. Who signed the India–Saudi Arabia bilateral visa waiver agreement on behalf of India?
(a) Piyush Goyal
(b) Suhel Ajaz Khan
(c) S. Jaishankar
(d) Vinay Mohan Kwatra
(e) Ajay Kumar
17) The India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) is India’s second Free Trade Agreement in the last six months. Which country was the first?
(a) United Arab Emirates
(b) United Kingdom
(c) United States
(d) Australia
(e) Singapore
18) The 2nd edition of the DESERT CYCLONE-II joint military exercise is conducted between the Indian Army and which country’s forces?
(a) Saudi Arabia
(b) Oman
(c) United Arab Emirates
(d) Qatar
(e) Bahrain
19) In 2025, Exercise AviaIndra-2025 is a bilateral air exercise between the Indian Air Force and which country’s air force?
(a) United States
(b) United Kingdom
(c) Israel
(d) France
(e) Russia
20) The Indian Army received the final batch of AH-64E Apache attack helicopters from which manufacturer at Hindon Air Force Station, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh?
(a) Lockheed Martin
(b) Sikorsky
(c) Airbus
(d) Boeing
(e) Bell Helicopter
21) Who has been re-appointed as Managing Director of State Bank of India (SBI) for the second extension?
(a) Dinesh Kumar Khara
(b) Ashwini Kumar Tewari
(c) Rajnish Kumar
(d) Arundhati Bhattacharya
(e) Rakesh Sharma
22) Who will become the Managing Director & CEO of Airtel India from 1 January 2026?
(a) Shashwat Sharma
(b) Gopal Vittal
(c) Sunil Bharti Mittal
(d) Sanjay Kapoor
(e) Raghunath Mandava
23) What is the key functionality of Apple’s open-source AI model SHARP?
(a) Translate text into multiple languages
(b) Predict stock market trends
(c) Generate music from text prompts
(d) Detect fraudulent transactions in real-time
(e) Convert a single 2D photograph into a photorealistic 3D scene
24) In 2025, Jammu and Kashmir hosted its first-ever International Indian Style Wrestling (Dangal), along with which title in 2025?
(a) Rustam-e-India
(b) Rustam-e-Hind
(c) Rustam-e-Jammu Kashmir
(d) Rustam-e-Kashmir Valley
(e) Rustam-e-Maulana
25) In 2025, Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Peter Arnett, who passed away on 17 December 2025, was originally from which country?
(a) United States
(b) Australia
(c) New Zealand
(d) Canada
(e) United Kingdom
26) As of Dec 2025, International Human Solidarity Day 2025 is observed on which date?
(a) 18 December
(b) 19 December
(c) 22 December
(d) 21 December
(e) 20 December
27) Until what date has the PM SVANidhi Scheme been extended to support street vendors?
(a) 31 March 2030
(b) 31 March 2028
(c) 31 March 2026
(d) 31 December 2029
(e) 31 March 2035
28) How many digits are there in the HUID (Hallmarking Unique Identification) code for hallmarked silver articles?
(a) 4
(b) 5
(c) 6
(d) 7
(e) 8
29) On which date was the PM Vishwakarma Scheme launched to support artisans and craftspeople engaged in 18 traditional trades?
(a) 15 August 2023
(b) 17 September 2023
(c) 1 September 2023
(d) 2 October 2023
(e) 26 January 2023
30) The Regional Artificial Intelligence Impact Conference 2025 in Odisha is guided by which principle?
(a) People, Policy, and Performance
(b) Planet, People, and Progress
(c) Productivity, Profit, and People
(d) Peace, Progress, and Prosperity
(e) Planet, Policy, and Partnership
Answers :
1) Answer: D
Short Explanation:
The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025 was passed by Parliament on 17 December 2025.
The Bill amends three major insurance laws:
the Insurance Act, 1938
the Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) Act, 1956
the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDA) Act, 1999.
A key provision allows up to 100% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in insurance companies, opening the sector to greater foreign participation (increased from the previous 74% limit).
Detailed Explanation:
The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025 was passed by Parliament on 17 December 2025.
The Bill amends three major insurance laws:
the Insurance Act, 1938
the Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) Act, 1956
the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDA) Act, 1999.
A key provision allows up to 100% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in insurance companies, opening the sector to greater foreign participation (increased from the previous 74% limit).
Higher FDI limits are expected to support capital augmentation, advanced technology adoption, global best practices, and employment generation.
Increased competition in the insurance sector is expected to improve efficiency, product quality, and customer services, potentially leading to lower premiums.
The Bill promotes Ease of Doing Business for insurance intermediaries by introducing one-time licensing (perpetual registration).
It provides for suspension of licence instead of immediate cancellation, ensuring regulatory flexibility.
2) Answer: C
Short Explanation:
Google Pay partnered with Axis Bank Limited to launch the ‘Google Pay Flex Axis Bank Credit Card’, a UPI-enabled co-branded credit card on the RuPay network.
Detailed Explanation:
Google Pay partnered with Axis Bank Limited to launch the ‘Google Pay Flex Axis Bank Credit Card’, a UPI-enabled co-branded credit card on the RuPay network.
The card is the first product under “Flex by Google Pay”, an initiative aimed at making credit simpler and more accessible in India.
It enables users to make payments at millions of offline merchants and online platforms directly using the Google Pay app via QR code scanning.
The card is embedded within Google Pay, allowing users to apply digitally at zero cost, with no physical paperwork, and start transactions instantly upon approval.
3) Answer: A
Short Explanation:
Bank of Baroda (BoB) has underwritten a $500 million, 5-year foreign currency term loan for OVL Overseas IFSC Limited (OOIL).
OOIL is a wholly owned subsidiary of ONGC Videsh Limited (OVL) and is registered in GIFT City.
Detailed Explanation:
Bank of Baroda (BoB) has underwritten a $500 million, 5-year foreign currency term loan for OVL Overseas IFSC Limited (OOIL).
OOIL is a wholly owned subsidiary of ONGC Videsh Limited (OVL) and is registered in GIFT City.
Bank of Baroda acted as the Sole Mandated Lead Arranger (SMLA) for the loan, showcasing its strength in syndicated foreign currency lending.
The transaction highlights the growing maturity of GIFT City as a hub for cross-border and offshore financing.
The drawdown ceremony for the term loan was held at Bank of Baroda IFSC Banking Unit (IBU), GIFT City, in the presence of senior officials from BoB and OVL.
4) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) approved a series of regulatory reforms at its 212th Board Meeting held in Mumbai, Maharashtra, to simplify regulations, reduce transaction costs, and enhance cost transparency.
SEBI approved replacing the SEBI (Stock Brokers) Regulations, 1992 with the SEBI (Stock Brokers) Regulations, 2025, to remove redundant provisions and improve ease of compliance.
In cash market transactions, the brokerage cap (net of statutory levies) has been reduced from 8.59 basis points (bps) to 6 bps, while statutory levies will now be charged separately.
Detailed Explanation:
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) approved a series of regulatory reforms at its 212th Board Meeting held in Mumbai, Maharashtra, to simplify regulations, reduce transaction costs, and enhance cost transparency.
SEBI approved replacing the SEBI (Stock Brokers) Regulations, 1992 with the SEBI (Stock Brokers) Regulations, 2025, to remove redundant provisions and improve ease of compliance.
In cash market transactions, the brokerage cap (net of statutory levies) has been reduced from 8.59 basis points (bps) to 6 bps, while statutory levies will now be charged separately.
In derivative transactions, the brokerage cap (net of statutory levies) has been reduced from 3.89 bps to 2 bps.
The additional 5 bps brokerage previously allowed for schemes with exit loads as a transitory measure has been removed.
The expense ratio framework has been revised and renamed as Base Expense Ratio (BER), which will exclude all statutory levies.
5) Answer: C
Short Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed restrictions on The Gauhati Cooperative Urban Bank due to its weak financial and liquidity position.
Under RBI directions, customers can withdraw a maximum of ₹35,000 from their accounts during the restriction period.
Detailed Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed restrictions on The Gauhati Cooperative Urban Bank due to its weak financial and liquidity position.
Under RBI directions, customers can withdraw a maximum of ₹35,000 from their accounts during the restriction period.
The restrictions came into force after business hours on Tuesday (December 17, 2025) and will remain valid for six months, subject to review.
The bank is prohibited from granting or renewing loans, making investments, incurring liabilities, or making payments without prior RBI approval.
Depositors are protected under deposit insurance, and eligible customers can claim up to ₹5 lakh from the Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC).
6) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) authorized Paytm Payments Services Limited (PPSL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of One 97 Communications Limited, to operate as a Payment Aggregator (PA) for offline (physical) payments and cross-border transactions.
Compliance conditions require PPSL to commence its cross-border operations within six months of the authorization date.
Detailed Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) authorized Paytm Payments Services Limited (PPSL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of One 97 Communications Limited, to operate as a Payment Aggregator (PA) for offline (physical) payments and cross-border transactions.
The authorization allows PPSL to facilitate physical merchant transactions through Point-of-Sale (PoS) devices, such as Card Machines and Soundboxes.
PPSL is also permitted to aggregate inward and outward cross-border payments in strict compliance with the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), 1999.
Compliance conditions require PPSL to commence its cross-border operations within six months of the authorization date.
7) Answer: E
Short Explanation:
Airtel Payments Bank partnered with NPCI Bharat BillPay Limited (NBBL), a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), to enable Electric Vehicle (EV) wallet recharges through Bharat Connect.
Bharat Connect is the new name of the Bharat BillPay System (BBPS), operated by NBBL.
Detailed Explanation:
Airtel Payments Bank partnered with NPCI Bharat BillPay Limited (NBBL), a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), to enable Electric Vehicle (EV) wallet recharges through Bharat Connect.
Bharat Connect is the new name of the Bharat BillPay System (BBPS), operated by NBBL.
The initiative allows users to recharge EV wallets directly via the Airtel Thanks app.
The EV wallet recharge facility is powered by BBPS, ensuring instant, secure, and reliable transactions.
The partnership enables interoperable EV wallet recharges across multiple EV charging service providers.
8) Answer: D
Short Explanation:
According to the latest report by Bank of America Securities (BofA), India has emerged as the largest global hub for active users of Artificial Intelligence applications, leading the world in both Daily Active Users (DAUs) and Monthly Active Users (MAUs).
Detailed Explanation:
According to the latest report by Bank of America Securities (BofA), India has emerged as the largest global hub for active users of Artificial Intelligence applications, leading the world in both Daily Active Users (DAUs) and Monthly Active Users (MAUs).
India accounts for a significant share of global users of major Artificial Intelligence and Large Language Model platforms such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, and Perplexity, making it the largest market globally by active user base.
The report attributes India’s leadership in Artificial Intelligence application usage to widespread smartphone penetration, affordable mobile data tariffs, a young and tech-savvy population, and the increasing adoption of Artificial Intelligence tools for education, productivity, coding, and content creation.
9) Answer: E
Short Explanation:
India’s labour market showed continued improvement in November 2025, as per the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) released by the National Statistical Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
Detailed Explanation:
India’s labour market showed continued improvement in November 2025, as per the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) released by the National Statistical Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
The survey indicated an increase in the Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) and Worker Population Ratio (WPR), while the Unemployment Rate (UR) declined to its lowest level since April 2025.
PLFS is the primary official source of employment and unemployment data in India and provides estimates of Labour Force Participation Rate, Worker Population Ratio, and Unemployment Rate.
From January 2025, the PLFS methodology was modified to provide monthly and quarterly labour market estimates based on the Current Weekly Status approach.
10) Answer: A
Short Explanation:
Parliament has passed the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, 2025, with the Rajya Sabha approving it, completing the legislative process after earlier approval by the Lok Sabha.
The Bill introduces major reforms in India’s nuclear governance framework, with the most significant change being the grant of statutory status to the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB).
Detailed Explanation:
Parliament has passed the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, 2025, with the Rajya Sabha approving it, completing the legislative process after earlier approval by the Lok Sabha.
The Bill introduces major reforms in India’s nuclear governance framework, with the most significant change being the grant of statutory status to the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB).
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh stated that the Bill consolidates and rationalises provisions of the Atomic Energy Act, 1962 and the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, while aligning India’s nuclear regime with modern technological and energy requirements.
11) Answer: D
Short Explanation:
The Odisha Government will host the Regional Artificial Intelligence Impact Conference from 19 to 20 December 2025, positioning the state as an emerging contributor to artificial intelligence–driven governance and public service delivery in India.
Detailed Explanation:
The Odisha Government will host the Regional Artificial Intelligence Impact Conference from 19 to 20 December 2025, positioning the state as an emerging contributor to artificial intelligence–driven governance and public service delivery in India.
A curtain-raiser event was organised by the Electronics and Information Technology Department, outlining Odisha’s artificial intelligence vision, policy roadmap, and ongoing real-world applications.
The state aims to develop a comprehensive artificial intelligence innovation ecosystem supported by strong governance, advanced digital capabilities, and long-term policy certainty.
The conference forms part of the national build-up towards the India Artificial Intelligence Impact Summit, scheduled for February 2026.
12) Answer: A
Short Explanation:
India and Oman signed the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik.
Zero-duty access is granted on 98.08% of Oman’s tariff lines, covering 99.38% of India’s exports by value.
Detailed Explanation:
India and Oman signed the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik.
The agreement was signed by Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal and Oman’s Minister of Commerce, Industry & Investment Promotion H.E. Qais bin Mohammed Al Yousef.
The CEPA marks a major milestone in India’s strategic engagement with the Gulf region.
The agreement unlocks export opportunities for India’s labour-intensive sectuors including textiles, leather, footwear, gems & jewellery, engineering products, plastics, furniture, agricultural products, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and automobiles.
Zero-duty access is granted on 98.08% of Oman’s tariff lines, covering 99.38% of India’s exports by value.
This is the second Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signed by India in the last six months, after the United Kingdom.
Oman has offered ambitious services commitments, covering 127 sub-sectors including Computer Related Services, Business Services, Professional Services, Audio-visual Services, R&D, Education, and Health Services.
13) Answer: E
Short Explanation:
Singapore’s Changi Airport has been named the World’s Best International Airport for 2025 at the Travel + Leisure India’s Best Awards 2025.
Detailed Explanation:
Singapore’s Changi Airport has been named the World’s Best International Airport for 2025 at the Travel + Leisure India’s Best Awards 2025.
The recognition was based on global reader voting, highlighting Changi Airport’s excellence in overall travel experience, passenger comfort, and world-class facilities.
The award was announced during the 14th edition of Travel + Leisure India’s Best Awards, which honour excellence across the travel and hospitality sector.
14) Answer: D
Short Explanation:
India’s national carrier Air India has won the Best Domestic Airline title at the Travel + Leisure India and South Asia’s Best Awards 2025, marking its second consecutive win.
Detailed Explanation:
India’s national carrier Air India has won the Best Domestic Airline title at the Travel + Leisure India and South Asia’s Best Awards 2025, marking its second consecutive win.
The recognition comes during Air India’s major transformation phase, focusing on fleet renewal, service quality, and enhanced customer experience.
The Travel + Leisure India and South Asia Awards are organised by Travel + Leisure India and South Asia and are completely reader-voted, unlike jury-based awards.
Votes are cast by travellers based on actual travel experiences, with key evaluation parameters including service quality, comfort, reliability, and overall travel experience.
15) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has been conferred Oman’s highest civilian honour, the First Class of the Order of Oman, during his official visit to Muscat, marking another major milestone in India’s diplomatic outreach.
With this recognition, PM Modi has now received 29 top foreign State honours, reflecting India’s rising global stature and his personal international influence.
Detailed Explanation:
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has been conferred Oman’s highest civilian honour, the First Class of the Order of Oman, during his official visit to Muscat, marking another major milestone in India’s diplomatic outreach.
With this recognition, PM Modi has now received 29 top foreign State honours, reflecting India’s rising global stature and his personal international influence.
The honour was presented during the final leg of PM Modi’s three-nation foreign tour.
The Order of Oman is the highest civilian award of the Sultanate of Oman.
It has earlier been awarded to globally renowned leaders such as Nelson Mandela, Queen Elizabeth II, Queen Máxima, Emperor Akihito of Japan, and King Abdullah of Jordan, highlighting the prestige of the award.
16) Answer: B
India and Saudi Arabia have signed a bilateral visa waiver agreement to simplify and facilitate official travel between the two countries.
The agreement was signed in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
On behalf of India, it was signed by Suhel Ajaz Khan, Ambassador of India to Saudi Arabia, while Abdulmajeed bin Rashed Alsmari, Deputy Minister for Protocol Affairs at the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs, represented Saudi Arabia.
17) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
India and Oman have signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a major milestone in India’s economic engagement with the Gulf region and reinforcing its strategy of forging high-quality trade agreements with non-competing economies.
This is Oman’s first bilateral trade agreement since its Free Trade Agreement with the United States of America in 2006.
It is India’s second Free Trade Agreement in the last six months, following the agreement with the United Kingdom.
Detailed Explanation:
India and Oman have signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a major milestone in India’s economic engagement with the Gulf region and reinforcing its strategy of forging high-quality trade agreements with non-competing economies.
The agreement was signed in the presence of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, highlighting its strategic and political significance.
The CEPA was formally signed by Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal and Oman’s Minister of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion H.E. Qais bin Mohammed Al Yousef.
This is Oman’s first bilateral trade agreement since its Free Trade Agreement with the United States of America in 2006.
It is India’s second Free Trade Agreement in the last six months, following the agreement with the United Kingdom.
18) Answer: C
Short Explanation:
Detailed Explanation:
The 2nd edition of the joint military exercise “DESERT CYCLONE-II” between the Indian Army (IA) and the UAE Land Forces commenced at Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, and will continue till 30 December 2025.
The two-week long exercise aims to enhance interoperability and strengthen bilateral defence cooperation through joint training in urban environments.
The exercise focuses on sub-conventional operations under a United Nations (UN) mandate, preparing both forces for peacekeeping, counter-terrorism, and stability operations.
19) Answer: E
Short Explanation:
Exercise AviaIndra-2025 is the 3rd edition of the bilateral air exercise between the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Russian Federation Aerospace Force (RFASF).
Detailed Explanation:
Exercise AviaIndra-2025 is the 3rd edition of the bilateral air exercise between the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Russian Federation Aerospace Force (RFASF).
The exercise is scheduled from 15–22 December 2025 and is being conducted in New Delhi, Delhi.
Objective: To enhance bilateral defence cooperation, improve mutual operational understanding, and strengthen aerospace operational synergy.
Strategic Significance: Reflects the long-standing, trust-based India–Russia defence partnership and continued military engagement.
20) Answer: D
Short Explanation:
The Indian Army (IA) received the final batch of three AH-64E Apache attack helicopters from Boeing (USA) at Hindon Air Force Station, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh.
With this delivery, all six AH-64E Apaches under the India–USA defence deal have been received, making the Army Aviation Corps’ Apache fleet fully operational.
Detailed Explanation:
The Indian Army (IA) received the final batch of three AH-64E Apache attack helicopters from Boeing (USA) at Hindon Air Force Station, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh.
With this delivery, all six AH-64E Apaches under the India–USA defence deal have been received, making the Army Aviation Corps’ Apache fleet fully operational.
The final three helicopters were airlifted by an Antonov An-124 aircraft for assembly and inspections in India.
The AH-64E Apache is a multi-role attack helicopter capable of precision strikes and all-weather, day-and-night operations.
Its weapon systems include Hellfire missiles, 70 mm Hydra rockets, Stinger missiles, and a 30 mm chain gun.
21) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the re-appointment of Ashwini Kumar Tewari as Managing Director (MD) of State Bank of India (SBI).
Detailed Explanation:
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the re-appointment of Ashwini Kumar Tewari as Managing Director (MD) of State Bank of India (SBI).
The second extension is for a two-year term from 27 January 2026 to 31 December 2027.
Ashwini Kumar Tewari was initially appointed as SBI MD in January 2021 and received his first extension in 2024.
22) Answer: A
Short Explanation:
Shashwat Sharma, currently Chief Operating Officer (COO) and CEO-designate, will become Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of Airtel India from 1 January 2026 for a five-year term, subject to shareholder approval.
Detailed Explanation:
Shashwat Sharma, currently Chief Operating Officer (COO) and CEO-designate, will become Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of Airtel India from 1 January 2026 for a five-year term, subject to shareholder approval.
Sharma will also be designated as a Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) of Bharti Airtel.
Gopal Vittal, currently Vice Chairman & MD, has been appointed Executive Vice Chairman and whole-time director from 1 January 2026 for a five-year term, subject to shareholder approval.
23) Answer: E
Short Explanation:
Apple has released a new open-source AI model called SHARP, which can convert a single 2D photograph into a photorealistic 3D scene.
The model is detailed in the research paper titled “Sharp Monocular View Synthesis in Less Than a Second” and is publicly available on GitHub.
Detailed Explanation:
Apple has released a new open-source AI model called SHARP, which can convert a single 2D photograph into a photorealistic 3D scene.
The model is detailed in the research paper titled “Sharp Monocular View Synthesis in Less Than a Second” and is publicly available on GitHub.
SHARP reconstructs a realistic 3D representation of a scene from just one image, allowing the scene to be viewed from slightly different angles while maintaining scale and depth consistency.
The model works by creating a lightweight 3D representation, which can be rendered in real-time from nearby viewpoints without generating a new image each time.
24) Answer: C
Short Explanation:
Jammu and Kashmir is hosting its first-ever International Indian Style Wrestling (Dangal) along with the Rustam-e-Jammu Kashmir Title 2025 at Maulana Azad Stadium, Jammu, marking a major milestone for traditional sports in the Union Territory.
Detailed Explanation:
Jammu and Kashmir is hosting its first-ever International Indian Style Wrestling (Dangal) along with the Rustam-e-Jammu Kashmir Title 2025 at Maulana Azad Stadium, Jammu, marking a major milestone for traditional sports in the Union Territory.
The mega event is one of the largest wrestling championships ever organised in Jammu and Kashmir, featuring over 100 national and international wrestlers.
The event is being held from 12 noon, with free entry for spectators, and includes open-category bouts and high-intensity competitive matches among elite wrestlers.
25) Answer: C
Peter Arnett, a Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist, passed away at the age of 91 in California, United States of America (USA) on 17 December 2025.
He was born on 13 November 1934 in New Zealand.
He won the Pulitzer Prize (1966) for International Reporting for his Vietnam War coverage with The Associated Press (AP).
26) Answer: E
Short Explanation:
International Human Solidarity Day 2025 is observed on 20 December to promote the spirit of solidarity, unity, and collective responsibility among nations and people.
Detailed Explanation:
International Human Solidarity Day 2025 is observed on 20 December to promote the spirit of solidarity, unity, and collective responsibility among nations and people.
The day is celebrated to raise awareness about the need for governments to honour their commitments to international agreements aimed at peace, development, and social justice.
It highlights the principle of “Unity in Diversity”, emphasising cooperation among different cultures, societies, and nations to address global challenges.
27) Answer: A
The PM SVANidhi Scheme, launched in June 2020, has been extended till 31 March 2030 to support street vendors.
Under PM SVANidhi, loan limits have been enhanced to ₹15,000, ₹25,000 and ₹50,000 in three phases, along with a UPI-linked RuPay Credit Card of ₹30,000 and cashback incentives for digital transactions.
28) Answer: C
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced mandatory HUID (Hallmarking Unique Identification) for hallmarked silver jewellery and artefacts with effect from 1 September 2025.
Within just three months, over 17 lakh silver articles have already been hallmarked with HUID, showing strong acceptance by jewellers and consumers.
HUID is a six-digit alphanumeric code, laser-marked on each hallmarked silver item, enabling full digital traceability and preventing fake hallmarking.
29) Answer: B
The PM Vishwakarma Scheme was launched on 17 September 2023 to provide holistic support to artisans and craftspeople engaged in 18 traditional trades.
30) Answer: B
The Odisha Government will host the Regional Artificial Intelligence Impact Conference from 19 to 20 December 2025, positioning the state as an emerging contributor to artificial intelligence–driven governance and public service delivery in India.
The conference is guided by the principle of the “Three Ps – Planet, People, and Progress”, focusing on sustainability, inclusive growth, and sector-specific artificial intelligence applications in governance.
