Q1. Which Indian organization launched the roadmap titled “Reimagining Agriculture: A Roadmap for Frontier Technology Led Transformation” in Gandhinagar?

• A) Ministry of Agriculture
• B) NITI Aayog
• C) ICAR
• D) FICCI

Correct Answer: B) NITI Aayog

Explanation: NITI Aayog’s Frontier Tech Hub launched the “Reimagining Agriculture” roadmap in Gandhinagar to promote frontier technologies like AI, digital twins, and precision agriculture.

Q2. What percentage of GVA did Chandigarh record from the services sector in 2023–24?

• A) 82.1%
• B) 88.8%
• C) 84.1%
• D) 89.5%

Correct Answer: B) 88.8%

Explanation: Chandigarh topped India’s services-driven economy list with an 88.8% share of services in Gross Value Added (GVA) for 2023–24, followed by Delhi at 84.1%.

Q3. India recently exported its first Fortified Rice Kernel (FRK) consignment to which country?

• A) Brazil
• B) Costa Rica
• C) Mexico
• D) Argentina

Correct Answer: B) Costa Rica

Explanation: India exported its first FRK consignment from Chhattisgarh to Costa Rica, marking a key milestone in linking its nutrition initiatives with global trade.

Q4. Which cooperative brand has been ranked as the world’s top cooperative based on GDP per capita performance by ICA?

• A) IFFCO
• B) Amul
• C) KRIBHCO
• D) NAFED

Correct Answer: B) Amul

Explanation: Amul, managed by GCMMF, was ranked as the world’s top cooperative by the ICA World Cooperative Monitor 2025 for its contribution to farmer empowerment and rural development.

Q5. Which Indian state’s farmers received Rs. 3 crore under the Access and Benefit-Sharing mechanism from the National Biodiversity Authority?

• A) Tamil Nadu
• B) Karnataka
• C) Andhra Pradesh
• D) Kerala

Correct Answer: C) Andhra Pradesh

Explanation: The NBA disbursed Rs. 3 crore to 198 farmers cultivating Red Sanders in Andhra Pradesh as part of the benefit-sharing mechanism under the Biological Diversity Act.

Q6. India has withdrawn from which country’s Ayni Airbase, ending its only overseas military presence?

• A) Uzbekistan
• B) Tajikistan
• C) Kazakhstan
• D) Kyrgyzstan

Correct Answer: B) Tajikistan

Explanation: India withdrew from the Ayni Airbase in Tajikistan, marking the end of its only overseas military presence after the bilateral agreement expired.

Q7. Who was appointed as the Co-Chief Executive Officer (Co-CEO) of Asirvad Microfinance Ltd?

• A) Kalyan Kumar
• B) Gerard Pasangha
• C) Asheesh Pandey
• D) Raghavendra Srinivas Bhat

Correct Answer: B) Gerard Pasangha

Explanation: Gerard David Manoj Pasangha was appointed Co-CEO of Asirvad Microfinance Ltd, a subsidiary of Manappuram Finance, to lead its growth and innovation strategies.

Q8. What is the proposed free cancellation window under DGCA’s new draft passenger protection rules?

• A) 24 hours
• B) 36 hours
• C) 48 hours
• D) 72 hours

Correct Answer: C) 48 hours

Explanation: DGCA proposed a 48-hour free cancellation or modification window for passengers under new refund rules to strengthen air passenger rights.

Q9. According to QS Asia University Rankings 2026, which Indian institution ranked highest?

• A) IIT Bombay
• B) IISc Bengaluru
• C) IIT Delhi
• D) IIT Madras

Correct Answer: C) IIT Delhi

Explanation: IIT Delhi ranked 59th in QS Asia University Rankings 2026, remaining India’s top-ranked institution despite a drop from 44th position in 2025.

Q10. How much annual funding does the ‘Baku to Belem Roadmap’ aim to mobilize for climate action by 2035?

• A) $500 billion
• B) $1 trillion
• C) $1.3 trillion
• D) $2 trillion

Correct Answer: C) $1.3 trillion

Explanation: The COP30 Presidency unveiled the ‘Baku to Belem Roadmap’ to mobilize $1.3 trillion annually by 2035 for climate finance and sustainable development.

Q11. Who was awarded France’s Knight of the National Order of Merit in 2025?

• A) Ratan Tata
• B) N. R. Narayana Murthy
• C) Sunil Kant Munjal
• D) Anand Mahindra

Correct Answer: C) Sunil Kant Munjal

Explanation: Sunil Kant Munjal, Chairman of Hero Enterprise, was awarded France’s Knight of the National Order of Merit for his contributions to education, innovation, and the arts.

Q12. On which date is the International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict observed?

• A) 5th November
• B) 6th November 
• C) 7th November
• D) 8th November

Correct Answer: B) 6th November

Explanation: The UN observes November 6 each year to highlight the impact of war on the environment and promote sustainable conflict recovery.

Q13. Where was the 17th India-Israel Joint Working Group (JWG) on Defence Cooperation held?

• A) New Delhi
• B) Jerusalem
• C) Tel Aviv
• D) Haifa

Correct Answer: C) Tel Aviv

Explanation: The 17th JWG meeting was held in Tel Aviv to enhance India-Israel defence cooperation through R&D, AI, cybersecurity, and industrial partnerships.