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(a) 6.2%
(b) 6.5%
(c) 6.8%
(d) 7.0%
(e) 7.5%
2) In news, IDFC FIRST Bank signed an MoU with which organisation under the Approved Corporate Partner (ACP) Programme to enhance financial planning standards?
(a) National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)
(b) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
(c) Financial Planning Standards Board India (FPSB India)
(d) Indian Banks’ Association (IBA)
(e) Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI)
3) Where was the 10th Session of the India–Slovenia Joint Committee on Trade and Economic Cooperation (JCTEC) held?
(a) Ljubljana, Slovenia
(b) Mumbai, India
(c) New Delhi, India
(d) Maribor, Slovenia
(e) Bengaluru, India
4) Which organisation released the ‘State of Food and Agriculture (SOFA) 2025’ report highlighting global land degradation and crop-yield decline?
(a) Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
(b) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
(c) United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
(d) World Food Programme (WFP)
(e) International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)
5) The Delhi Government has approved a plan to increase the number of revenue districts from 11 to how many to enhance decentralised governance?
(a) 12
(b) 13
(c) 14
(d) 15
(e) 16
6) Which three locations were declared as holy cities of Punjab by a resolution passed in the Punjab Legislative Assembly?
(a) Amritsar, Ludhiana and Jalandhar
(b) Anandpur Sahib, Tarn Taran and Patiala
(c) Talwandi Sabo, Bathinda City and Mohali
(d) Anandpur Sahib, Talwandi Sabo and the Galiara
(e) Fatehgarh Sahib, Moga and Barnala
7) In news, Union Minister of Tribal Affairs has recorded a three-fold increase in budget allocation over the past eleven years from 2014-2025. As of mid-2025, how many Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) are functional across India?
(a) 479
(b) 420
(c) 456
(d) 520
(e) 728
8) As per Nov’25, the National Commission for Women (NCW) recently launched a new 24×7 national short-code helpline number for women. What is the number?
(a) 112
(b) 181
(c) 14490
(d) 1091
(e) 155260
9) What is the daily production capacity of the newly inaugurated biomass pellet plant in Rewari, Haryana?
(a) 120 tonnes per day
(b) 150 tonnes per day
(c) 200 tonnes per day
(d) 240 tonnes per day
(e) 300 tonnes per day
10) Who has been selected for the Lok Nayak Foundation (LNF) Literary Award 2025, which carries a cash prize of ₹2 lakh?
(a) Yendluri Sudhakar
(b) Chinta Ravikumar
(c) Varaprasad Raju
(d) K. Siva Reddy
(e) VelamalaSimmanna
11) Which Indian film directed by Imtiaz Ali received nominations at the International Emmy Awards 2025?
(a) Rocketry: The Nambi Effect
(b) Amar Singh Chamkila
(c) GangubaiKathiawadi
(d) RRR
(e) The Kerala Story
12) Consider the following statements regarding the International Emmy Awards 2025 – Children’s Programming category:
1) Bluey (Australia) won Best Kids Animation.
2) Fallen (United Kingdom) won Best Kids Live-Action.
3) Auf FritzisSpuren (Germany) won Best Kids Factual and Entertainment.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
(e) Only 1
13) In Nov’25, Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) recently signed a Joint Venture Cooperation Agreement (JVCA) with which company to locally manufacture the HAMMER precision guided air to ground weapon in India?
(a) Safran Electronics and Defence (SED), France
(b) Airbus Defence and Space, France
(c) MBDA Missile Systems, France
(d) Dassault Aviation, France
(e) Thales Group, France
14) Who has been re‑appointed as the Chairman of the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet?
(a) Justice S. A. Bobde
(b) Justice N. V. Ramana
(c) Justice U. U. Lalit
(d) Justice R. F. Nariman
(e) Justice Ashok Bhushan
15) Recently, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) signed a USD 1 billion agreement with General Electric (GE), USA, for how many F404-GE-IN20 jet engines for the LCA Tejas Mk-1A aircraft?
(a) 197
(b) 113
(c) 120
(d) 150
(e) 180
16) Which country was declared free from Type-2 circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus (cVDPV) by the World Health Organization (WHO) after no cases since June 2024?
(a) India
(b) Vietnam
(c) Thailand
(d) Indonesia
(e) Malaysia
17) Which organisation’s researchers documented six butterfly species previously unrecorded in India from the Simong Community Forest, Arunachal Pradesh?
(a) Wildlife Institute of India (WII)
(b) Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE)
(c) Botanical Survey of India (BSI)
(d) Zoological Survey of India (ZSI)
(e) Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE)
18) Which Indian institute recently received international accreditation from the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and 4 Palmes of Excellence in the Eduniversal Best Business Schools Ranking 2025?
(a) IIM Ahmedabad
(b) IIM Bangalore
(c) IIM Ranchi
(d) IIM Lucknow
(e) IIM Calcutta
19) Consider the following statements regarding air pollution levels in India as per the Central Pollution Control Board and IQAir Live Air Quality Index Plus Rankings:
1) Hapur, Uttar Pradesh, recorded the highest Air Quality Index (AQI) of 416 (Severe).
2) Delhi (National Capital Territory) is ranked as the world’s most polluted capital city with AQI 382 (Very Poor).
3) Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, recorded AQI 397 (Very Poor).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
(e) None of the above
20) Which of the following cities is NOT among the top 5 cleanest cities in India (November 2025)?
(a) Ariyalur, Tamil Nadu
(b) Ooty, Tamil Nadu
(c) Karur, Tamil Nadu
(d) Salem, Tamil Nadu
(e) Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
21) Which Indian badminton player won the 2025 Australian Open Super 500 title in Sydney while after defeating Yushi Tanaka of Japan?
(a) Kidambi Srikanth
(b) Lakshya Sen
(c) HS Prannoy
(d) Viktor Axelsen
(e) SatwiksairajRankireddy
22) The 5th Khelo India University Games (KIUG) 2025 were inaugurated at which stadium in Jaipur?
(a) Eden Gardens
(b) Sawai Mansingh Stadium
(c) Wankhede Stadium
(d) Holkar Stadium
(e) M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
23) Which country won its fourth Davis Cup title in 2025, achieving three consecutive championships from 2023 to 2025?
(a) Spain
(b) France
(c) Italy
(d) United States
(e) Germany
24) In 2025, India participated for its first time in which international skills competition?
(a) International Skills Olympics
(b) WorldSkills Europe
(c) Asia-Pacific Skills Challenge
(d) Global Skills Championship
(e) WorldSkills Asia Competition
25) Recently, Dharmendra Kewal Krishan Deol, popularly known as Dharmendra, passed away in November 2025. What was his widely known title in Bollywood?
(a) King of Romance
(b) He-Man of Bollywood
(c) Tragedy King
(d) Action King
(e) Comedy King
26) As per the report, India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of which global group?
(a) Moody’s Corporation
(b) S&P Global
(c) CRISIL Ltd
(d) Fitch Group
(e) ICRA Ltd
27) What is the capital of Slovenia?
(a) Zagreb
(b) Vienna
(c) Ljubljana
(d) Bratislava
(e) Budapest
28) Which international event is India set to host in New Delhi from 24 to 26 November 2025, bringing together over 1,000 delegates?
(a) International Horticulture Congress
(b) International Agronomy Congress (IAC 2025)
(c) World Agriculture Summit
(d) Global Crop Science Conference
(e) International Soil Science Forum
29) Which of the following is a wildlife sanctuary located in Punjab?
(a) Abohar Wildlife Sanctuary
(b) Keoladeo National Park
(c) Jim Corbett National Park
(d) Gir Wildlife Sanctuary
(e) Sundarbans Wildlife Sanctuary
30) Who is the Governor of Haryana?
(a) Bandaru Dattatreya
(b) Kaptan Singh Solanki
(c) Ashim Kumar Ghosh
(d) Satyadev Narayan Arya
(e) Ganga Prasad
Answers :
1) Answer: D
Short Explanation:
India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) raised India’s FY26 GDP growth projection to 7%, up from 6.3% projected in July 2025.
Detailed Explanation:
India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) raised India’s FY26 GDP growth projection to 7%, up from 6.3% projected in July 2025.
The upward revision was due to high GDP growth in Q1 FY26 (April–June) at 7.8%, the fastest pace in five quarters.
RBI has projected FY26 GDP growth at 6.8%, higher than 6.5% in FY25.
Official Q2 FY26 GDP data (July–September) is scheduled for release on 28 November 2025.
Major headwinds include the US unilateral tariff hikes, which affected India significantly since August 2025.
2) Answer: C
Short Explanation:
IDFC FIRST Bank signed an Memorandum of Understanding(MoU) with FPSB India, the Indian subsidiary of Financial Planning Standards Board Limited., as an Approved Corporate Partner (ACP) to strengthen financial planning standards and upskill banking teams.
Detailed Explanation:
IDFC FIRST Bank signed an Memorandum of Understanding(MoU) with FPSB India, the Indian subsidiary of Financial Planning Standards Board Limited., as an Approved Corporate Partner (ACP) to strengthen financial planning standards and upskill banking teams.
Rahul Singh, Country Head – Private Banking, IDFC FIRST Bank, and Chandrakant Sureka, Interim CEO, FPSB India, signed the MoU.
The partnership falls under FPSB India’s ACP Programme aimed at promoting financial planning excellence and professional certification in Indian financial institutions.
3) Answer: C
Short Explanation:
The 10th Session of the India–Slovenia Joint Committee on Trade and Economic Cooperation (JCTEC) was held in New Delhi, co-chaired by Shri Saket Kumar, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, India, and Mr. Peter Japelj, Director General for Economic, Cultural and Scientific Diplomacy, Slovenia.
Detailed Explanation:
The 10th Session of the India–Slovenia Joint Committee on Trade and Economic Cooperation (JCTEC) was held in New Delhi, co-chaired by Shri Saket Kumar, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, India, and Mr. Peter Japelj, Director General for Economic, Cultural and Scientific Diplomacy, Slovenia.
The session reviewed the current state of bilateral economic engagement and aimed to strengthen cooperation across key sectors, while charting a forward-looking roadmap for trade and investment between India and Slovenia.
4) Answer: A
Short Explanation:
The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO),UN specialised agency released the report ‘State of Food and Agriculture (SOFA) 2025’ in Rome, highlighting that 1.7 billion people live in regions with declining crop yields due to human-induced land degradation.
India is identified among the countries with major crop-yield losses in Eastern and Southern Asia, the most affected regions.
Detailed Explanation:
The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO),UN specialised agency released the report ‘State of Food and Agriculture (SOFA) 2025’ in Rome, highlighting that 1.7 billion people live in regions with declining crop yields due to human-induced land degradation.
India is identified among the countries with major crop-yield losses in Eastern and Southern Asia, the most affected regions.
SOFA 2025, published annually by FAO, evaluates how soil organic carbon, soil erosion, and soil water have deteriorated due to human activity using a debt-based approach.
Over 130 countries have pledged Land Degradation Neutrality (LDN) under the UNCCD, recognising land degradation as a global challenge.
Agriculture accounts for ~90% of global deforestation, making it the primary driver of forest loss.
5) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
The Delhi Government has approvedin principle the plan to increase revenue districts from 11 to 13, aiming to decentralise governance and make public services more accessible.
Detailed Explanation:
The Delhi Government has approvedin principle the plan to increase revenue districts from 11 to 13, aiming to decentralise governance and make public services more accessible.
The number of subdivisions (Sub-Divisional Magistrate offices) will increase from 33 to 39, reducing travel distance for services like certificates, mutations, registrations and other essential documentation.
The expansion is expected to reduce congestion, speed up file processing, improve accountability, and ensure efficient neighbourhood-level service delivery.
Final implementation awaits approval from the Lieutenant Governor (LG), after which the restructuring will be officially notified.
6) Answer: D
Short Explanation:
In a historic step, the Punjab Legislative Assembly passed a resolution declaring Anandpur Sahib (Rupnagar district), Talwandi Sabo (Bathinda district) and the Galiara surrounding the Golden Temple (Amritsar) as holy cities of Punjab.
Detailed Explanation:
In a historic step, the Punjab Legislative Assembly passed a resolution declaring Anandpur Sahib (Rupnagar district), Talwandi Sabo (Bathinda district) and the Galiara surrounding the Golden Temple (Amritsar) as holy cities of Punjab.
The resolution mandates a complete ban on liquor, meat and tobacco products in these declared holy cities to uphold their religious and cultural environment.
For the first time in history, a special session of the Punjab Legislative Assembly was convened at Anandpur Sahib, marking a symbolic occasion to commemorate the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Sikh Guru known for his sacrifice to protect religious freedom and human dignity.
7) Answer: A
Short Explanation:
A major focus is on education through the expansion of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) for delivering quality education in remote tribal areas. As of mid-2025, 728 EMRS schools have been approved, 479 are functional, and over 1.38 lakh tribal students are enrolled.
Detailed Explanation:
The Vice-President of India, C. P. Radhakrishnan, was briefed by Union Minister of Tribal Affairs Jual Oram and senior officials at Parliament House on the Ministry’s major programmes for empowering tribal communities.
The Ministry has recorded a three-fold increase in budget allocation over the past eleven years, rising from around ₹4,500 crore in 2014–15 to nearly ₹15,000 crore in 2025–26, reflecting the government’s commitment to expanding tribal development, education, infrastructure, and welfare for vulnerable groups.
A major focus is on education through the expansion of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) for delivering quality education in remote tribal areas. As of mid-2025, 728 EMRS schools have been approved, 479 are functional, and over 1.38 lakh tribal students are enrolled.
8) Answer: C
Short Explanation:
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has launched a new 24×7 national short-code helpline number: 14490, offering women across India quick and easy access to support during emergencies involving violence, harassment, or threats.
Detailed Explanation:
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has launched a new 24×7 national short-code helpline number: 14490, offering women across India quick and easy access to support during emergencies involving violence, harassment, or threats.
The toll-free number connects directly to NCW’s existing helpline system, enabling women to seek help instantly, receive guidance, counselling, and legal aid, and get connected to law enforcement agencies when required.
The initiative strengthens NCW’s mission to ensure timely assistance, improve accessibility for vulnerable groups, and respond effectively to rising cases of gender-based violence.
Key features of 14490:
Toll-free, easy-to-remember short code
Operational 24×7
Support for cases of domestic violence, sexual harassment, cybercrime, mental health concerns, and legal queries
Integrated with NCW’s national helpline network and state authorities
9) Answer: D
Short Explanation:
Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi inaugurated a biomass pellet plant and laid the foundation stone for a bio-ethanol plant in Rewari, Haryana, advancing India’s goals under Net Zero 2070 and the E20 Mission.
The pellet plant will produce 240 tonnes of biomass pellets per day using crop residue such as paddy straw, mustard straw, and cotton stalks. These pellets will be used for co-firing in thermal power plants, replacing coal and reducing emissions
Detailed Explanation:
Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi inaugurated a biomass pellet plant and laid the foundation stone for a bio-ethanol plant in Rewari, Haryana, advancing India’s goals under Net Zero 2070 and the E20 Mission.
The pellet plant will produce 240 tonnes of biomass pellets per day using crop residue such as paddy straw, mustard straw, and cotton stalks. These pellets will be used for co-firing in thermal power plants, replacing coal and reducing emissions.
Key benefits of the pellet plant include reduction of stubble burning, lower air pollution, rural job creation, income generation for farmers, and strengthening of India’s renewable energy mix.
The K2 Bio-Ethanol plant, for which the foundation stone was laid, will convert agricultural residue into bio-ethanol, supporting India’s goal of 20% ethanol blending in petrol by 2025 under the E20 Mission.
10) Answer: E
Short Explanation:
VelamalaSimmanna, noted Telugu writer and Former Head of the Department of Telugu, Andhra University, has been selected for the Lok Nayak Foundation (LNF) Literary Award 2025.
He will receive a cash prize of ₹2 lakh at the award ceremony scheduled on January 18, 2026, in Visakhapatnam.
Detailed Explanation:
VelamalaSimmanna, noted Telugu writer and Former Head of the Department of Telugu, Andhra University, has been selected for the Lok Nayak Foundation (LNF) Literary Award 2025.
He will receive a cash prize of ₹2 lakh at the award ceremony scheduled on January 18, 2026, in Visakhapatnam.
The announcement was made by LNF Chairman Yarlagadda Lakshmi Prasad.
The ceremony is held annually on January 18, marking the death anniversaries of Harivansh Rai Bachchan and Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (N.T. Rama Rao).
LNF also announced Life-Time Achievement Awards (₹1 lakh each) for:
Nori Dattatreyudu – oncologist and Health Advisor to the Government of Andhra Pradesh
Thotakura Prasad – promoter of Telugu culture in Dallas
Vemulapalli Raghavendra Choudhary – doctor serving in Detroit for over 40 years
Aarien Uday Areti – Deputy Mayor, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
11) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
At the International Emmy Awards 2025 held in New York City, the Indian film Amar Singh Chamkila, directed by Imtiaz Ali and featuring Diljit Dosanjh, received nominations in two major categories—Best Television Movie/Mini-Series and Best Performance by an Actor.
Detailed Explanation:
At the International Emmy Awards 2025 held in New York City, the Indian film Amar Singh Chamkila, directed by Imtiaz Ali and featuring Diljit Dosanjh, received nominations in two major categories—Best Television Movie/Mini-Series and Best Performance by an Actor.
The film, released on Netflix India, marked a significant moment for Indian storytelling on the global platform despite not winning any awards.
In the Best Television Movie/Mini-Series category, Amar Singh Chamkila competed against Herrhausen (Germany), Vencer o Morir (Chile), and Lost Boys and Fairies (United Kingdom), with the United Kingdom’s Lost Boys and Fairies winning the award. In the Best Actor category, Diljit Dosanjh lost to Oriol Pla (Spain) for his role in Yo, adicto.
12) Answer: D
At the International Emmy Awards 2025 held in New York City, the Indian film Amar Singh Chamkila, directed by Imtiaz Ali and featuring Diljit Dosanjh, received nominations in two major categories—Best Television Movie/Mini-Series and Best Performance by an Actor.
In Children’s Programming, the winners included:
• Best Kids Animation – Bluey (Australia)
• Best Kids Live-Action – Fallen (United Kingdom)
• Best Kids Factual and Entertainment – Auf FritzisSpuren (Germany)
13) Answer: A
Short Explanation:
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Safran Electronics and Defence (SED), France, have signed a Joint Venture Cooperation Agreement (JVCA) in New Delhi to locally manufacture the HAMMER – Highly Agile Modular Munition Extended Range precision-guided air-to-ground weapon.
Detailed Explanation:
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Safran Electronics and Defence (SED), France, have signed a Joint Venture Cooperation Agreement (JVCA) in New Delhi to locally manufacture the HAMMER – Highly Agile Modular Munition Extended Range precision-guided air-to-ground weapon.
The agreement supports Aatmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India) and strengthens defence indigenisation under the Make-in-India initiative.
The HAMMER system, developed by Safran, is a combat-proven, modular, and highly accurate air-to-ground precision-guided munition.
It is compatible with fighter aircraft such as the Rafale and Tejas LCA – Light Combat Aircraft.
14) Answer: E
Short Explanation:
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) headed by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi approved the re-appointment of Justice Ashok Bhushan as Chairman of the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT).
Detailed Explanation:
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) headed by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi approved the re-appointment of Justice Ashok Bhushan as Chairman of the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT).
As per the order of the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions (MoPP&P), he will continue in office till 4 July 2026, when he attains the age of 70 years.
Justice Ashok Bhushan became a permanent Judge of the Allahabad High Court in April 2001, served as Chief Justice of the Kerala High Court in 2015, and was elevated to the Supreme Court of India in May 2016, serving till July 2021.
15) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) signed a USD 1 billion (approx. Rs. 8,800 crore) agreement with General Electric (GE), United States of America (USA), for 113 F404-GE-IN20 (General Electric F404 Turbofan Engine, Indian Variant 20) jet engines to power 97 LCA Tejas Mk-1A aircraft for the Indian Air Force (IAF).
The agreement covers engines for 68 single-seater and 29 twin-seaterTejas Mk-1A variants, with deliveries scheduled between 2027–2032 as per HAL’s production plan.
Detailed Explanation:
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) signed a USD 1 billion (approx. Rs. 8,800 crore) agreement with General Electric (GE), United States of America (USA), for 113 F404-GE-IN20 (General Electric F404 Turbofan Engine, Indian Variant 20) jet engines to power 97 LCA Tejas Mk-1A aircraft for the Indian Air Force (IAF).
The agreement covers engines for 68 single-seater and 29 twin-seaterTejas Mk-1A variants, with deliveries scheduled between 2027–2032 as per HAL’s production plan.
With this deal, total Tejas Mk-1A programme orders rise to 180 aircraft, including the earlier 2021 order for 83 jets.
LCA Tejas Mk-1A, developed by Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) under DRDO and manufactured by HAL, features Uttam AESA Radar, Electronic Warfare (EW) suite, and advanced mission control systems.
The Tejas Mk-1A has over 64% indigenous content, supporting India’s ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative, and is capable of air defence, maritime reconnaissance, and strike missions.
16) Answer: D
Short Explanation:
The World Health Organization (WHO) declared Indonesia free from Type-2 circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus (cVDPV) after no polio cases reported since June 2024 in children or the environment.
To achieve polio-free status, a country must have no wild poliovirus cases for at least three years as per WHO criteria.
Detailed Explanation:
The World Health Organization (WHO) declared Indonesia free from Type-2 circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus (cVDPV) after no polio cases reported since June 2024 in children or the environment.
To achieve polio-free status, a country must have no wild poliovirus cases for at least three years as per WHO criteria.
The criteria also require robust immunization, effective surveillance, and rapid response systems for suspected cases.
The outbreak of cVDPV-2 began in Aceh Province in 2022, prompting emergency vaccination measures.
Indonesia conducted two nationwide vaccination rounds using nOPV2 between 2022–2024 to control the outbreak.
IPV (2nd dose) immunization coverage increased from 63% to 73% in 2024, strengthening population immunity.
Indonesia introduced a hexavalent vaccine providing protection against six diseases including polio.
17) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
Researchers from Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE), Bengaluru (Karnataka) and the Litin Community Conservation Society documented six butterfly species previously unrecorded in India from the Simong Community Forest in Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh.
Detailed Explanation:
Researchers from Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE), Bengaluru (Karnataka) and the Litin Community Conservation Society documented six butterfly species previously unrecorded in India from the Simong Community Forest in Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh.
The study was published in the “Entomon Journal” and highlighted the biogeographic link between the YarlungTsangpo River (Tibet) and the Brahmaputra basin (India).
The newly recorded species include Litin Onyx (Horagatakanamii), earlier known only from Laos and named after the Litin clan for conservation efforts.
18) Answer: C
Short Explanation:
The Indian Institute of Management Ranchi (IIM Ranchi) has achieved two major global recognitions — international accreditation from the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and the 4 Palmes of Excellence in the Eduniversal Best Business Schools Ranking 2025, placing it among globally influential management institutions.
Detailed Explanation:
The Indian Institute of Management Ranchi (IIM Ranchi) has achieved two major global recognitions — international accreditation from the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and the 4 Palmes of Excellence in the Eduniversal Best Business Schools Ranking 2025, placing it among globally influential management institutions.
The AMBA (Association of MBAs) accreditation, one of the most prestigious global benchmarks for postgraduate management education, places IIM Ranchi in the top 2% of business schools worldwide.
This accreditation is granted after a comprehensive review covering curriculum innovation, pedagogical quality, overall learning experience, and career outcomes for students.
19) Answer: A
Short Explanation:
Air Quality Index Categories (0–500):
Good (0–50), Satisfactory (51–100), Moderately Polluted (101–200), Poor (201–300), Very Poor (301–400), Severe (401–500).
Top 5 Most Polluted Cities in India (November 2025):
Hapur, Uttar Pradesh – Air Quality Index 416 (Severe) – Fine Particulate Matter (PM2.5)
Noida, Uttar Pradesh – Air Quality Index 397 (Very Poor) – Particulate Matter (PM10, PM2.5)
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh – Air Quality Index 396 (Very Poor) – Particulate Matter (PM10, PM2.5)
Delhi (National Capital Territory of Delhi) – Air Quality Index 382 (Very Poor) – Fine Particulate Matter (PM2.5)
Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh – Air Quality Index 382 (Very Poor) – Fine Particulate Matter (PM2.5)
Detailed Explanation:
New Delhi continues to be the world’s most polluted capital city, according to the Central Pollution Control Board and IQAir Live Air Quality Index Plus Rankings.
With the onset of winter, India’s air pollution levels have risen sharply, especially in North India, due to low wind speed, falling temperatures, and increased emissions, pushing several cities into the “very poor” and “severe” air quality categories.
Air Quality Index Categories (0–500):
Good (0–50), Satisfactory (51–100), Moderately Polluted (101–200), Poor (201–300), Very Poor (301–400), Severe (401–500).
Top 5 Most Polluted Cities in India (November 2025):
Hapur, Uttar Pradesh – Air Quality Index 416 (Severe) – Fine Particulate Matter (PM2.5)
Noida, Uttar Pradesh – Air Quality Index 397 (Very Poor) – Particulate Matter (PM10, PM2.5)
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh – Air Quality Index 396 (Very Poor) – Particulate Matter (PM10, PM2.5)
Delhi (National Capital Territory of Delhi) – Air Quality Index 382 (Very Poor) – Fine Particulate Matter (PM2.5)
Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh – Air Quality Index 382 (Very Poor) – Fine Particulate Matter (PM2.5)
20) Answer: D
Top 5 Cleanest Cities in India (November 2025):
Ariyalur, Tamil Nadu – Air Quality Index 13 (Good) – Sulphur Dioxide
Ooty, Tamil Nadu – Air Quality Index 15 (Good) – Sulphur Dioxide
Karur, Tamil Nadu – Air Quality Index 16 (Good) – Sulphur Dioxide
Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu – Air Quality Index 16 (Good) – Sulphur Dioxide
Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu – Air Quality Index 17 (Good) – Sulphur Dioxide
21) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
India’s Lakshya Sen (World No. 14) clinched the 2025 Australian Open Super 500 title in Sydney after defeating Yushi Tanaka of Japan in straight games 21-15, 21-11, securing his first title of 2025 and the third Super 500 title of his career.
Detailed Explanation:
India’s Lakshya Sen (World No. 14) clinched the 2025 Australian Open Super 500 title in Sydney after defeating Yushi Tanaka of Japan in straight games 21-15, 21-11, securing his first title of 2025 and the third Super 500 title of his career.
The final lasted 38 minutes, with Sen leading throughout. Tanaka briefly reduced the margin to 15-13 in the first game, but a series of unforced errors and inaccurate drop shots allowed Sen to close out the match comfortably.
The victory is significant for Sen as it comes after a season of close finishes, including a runner-up result at the Hong Kong Open 2025, and marks a strong return to form following his Paris Olympics 2024 setback.
22) Answer: B
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The 5th Khelo India University Games (KIUG) were inaugurated at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, showcasing a grand blend of India’s youth sporting talent and Rajasthan’s cultural heritage.
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The 5th Khelo India University Games (KIUG) were inaugurated at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, showcasing a grand blend of India’s youth sporting talent and Rajasthan’s cultural heritage.
The ceremony was led by Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya, who lit the ceremonial lamp to formally commence the Games.
The event also featured a drone show and cultural performances highlighting the traditions of Rajasthan.
The Games will be held from 24 November to 5 December 2025, with Rajasthan hosting the event across Jaipur, Ajmer, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Kota, and Bharatpur. Around 7,000 participants, including nearly 5,000 athletes from more than 230 universities, are competing in 23 sporting disciplines, while Kho-Kho is being showcased as a demonstration sport.
23) Answer: C
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Italy clinched its fourth Davis Cup title by defeating Spain 2–0 in the final, marking a historic hat-trick of championships with consecutive wins in 2023, 2024, and 2025.
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Italy clinched its fourth Davis Cup title by defeating Spain 2–0 in the final, marking a historic hat-trick of championships with consecutive wins in 2023, 2024, and 2025.
This makes Italy only the second nation after the United States to secure three consecutive Davis Cup titles, solidifying its status as a major force in world tennis.
In the final, Matteo Berrettini dominated the opening singles match with a 6-3, 6-4 win over Pablo Carreno Busta, giving Italy an early lead.
24) Answer: E
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India has officially joined the WorldSkills Asia Competition for the first time, with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship flagging off a 23-member Indian contingent to compete in Chinese Taipei from 27 November 2025.
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India has officially joined the WorldSkills Asia Competition for the first time, with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship flagging off a 23-member Indian contingent to compete in Chinese Taipei from 27 November 2025.
The Indian delegation includes 23 competitors across 21 skill categories and 21 domain experts who trained and mentored them through a national selection process led by industry specialists and Sector Skill Councils.
The participation is coordinated by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), with WorldSkills India acting as the implementation and knowledge partner.
25) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
Dharmendra Kewal Krishan Deol, popularly known as Dharmendra, passed away on 24 November 2025 at the age of 89 in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Dharmendra was born on 8 December 1935 in Nasrali, Punjab.
He was widely known as the “He-Man of Bollywood”.
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Dharmendra Kewal Krishan Deol, popularly known as Dharmendra, passed away on 24 November 2025 at the age of 89 in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Dharmendra was born on 8 December 1935 in Nasrali, Punjab.
He was widely known as the “He-Man of Bollywood”.
Awards he received include the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award (1997) and the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Kalakar Awards (1999).
He was also honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival (DPIFF) Award (2021).
He was honoured with the Padma Bhushan (2012), India’s third-highest civilian award, for his contribution to Art and Indian cinema.
26) Answer: D
India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) is a prominent, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) registered credit rating agency in India.
It is a wholly-owned (100%) subsidiary of the Fitch Group
Founded: 1995
Headquarters: Mumbai, India
27) Answer: C
About Slovenia :
President :Nataša Pirc Musar
Prime Minister :Robert Golob
Capital :Ljubljana
Currency :Euro
28) Answer: B
India is set to host the Sixth International Agronomy Congress (IAC‑2025) from 24 to 26 November 2025 in New Delhi, uniting over 1,000 delegates from across the globe. With the participation of world-renowned experts, agricultural leaders, policymakers, and young researchers, the event aims to chart a path toward future-ready farming systems. Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will inaugurate the congress, emphasizing India’s leading role in sustainable agronomy.
29) Answer: A
About Punjab:
Chief Minister: Bhagwant Mann
Governor: Gulab Chand Kataria
Capital: Chandigarh
Wildlife Sanctuaries: Abohar Wildlife Sanctuary, Aishvan Wildlife Sanctuary, Bir Bhadson Wildlife Sanctuary, Bir Bunerheri Wildlife Sanctuary, Bir Dosanjh Wildlife Sanctuary
30) Answer: C
About Haryana:
Chief Minister: Nayab Singh Saini
Governor: Ashim Kumar Ghosh
Capital: Chandigarh
National Parks: Sultanpur National Park, Kalesar National Park
Wildlife Sanctuaries: Bhindawas Wildlife Sanctuary, Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary, Nahar Wildlife Sanctuary
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