Q1. Which initiative was launched by UIDAI to enhance Aadhaar security and promote indigenous innovation?

• A) SAARTHI
• B) SITAA
• C) SURAKSHA
• D) SAMARTH

Correct Answer: B) SITAA

Explanation: UIDAI launched the Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar (SITAA) to strengthen digital identity security and support indigenous innovation.

Q2. How many beaches in Maharashtra recently received the Blue Flag certification?

• A) Three
• B) Four
• C) Five
• D) Six

Correct Answer: C) Five

Explanation: Shrivardhan, Nagaon, Parnaka, Guhagar, and Ladghar beaches in Maharashtra were awarded the international Blue Flag certification for cleanliness and sustainability.

Q3. What was the theme of World Statistics Day 2025?

• A) Quality Data for a Better Future
• B) Driving Change with Quality Statistics and Data for Everyone
• C) Empowering the World with Numbers
• D) Data for Development

Correct Answer: B) Driving Change with Quality Statistics and Data for Everyone

Explanation: The 2025 theme emphasized the importance of reliable data in driving sustainable development and informed policy-making worldwide.

Q4. Who won the 2025 MLS Golden Boot award?

• A) Cristiano Ronaldo
• B) Carlos Vela
• C) Lionel Messi
• D) Taty Castellanos

Correct Answer: C) Lionel Messi

Explanation: Lionel Messi won the 2025 MLS Golden Boot after scoring 29 goals and providing 19 assists for Inter Miami in a record-breaking season.

Q5. Under the Notaries (Amendment) Rules, 2025, what is the new limit of Notaries for Tamil Nadu?

• A) 2,000
• B) 3,000
• C) 3,500
• D) 4,000

Correct Answer: C) 3,500

Explanation: The amendment increased the Notary limits, setting Tamil Nadu’s maximum number at 3,500 in response to growing administrative needs.

Q6. Who was the chief guest at NHRC’s 32nd Foundation Day celebration?

• A) Justice V. Ramasubramanian
• B) Droupadi Murmu
• C) Ram Nath Kovind
• D) R. Venkataraman

Correct Answer: C) Ram Nath Kovind

Explanation: Former President Ram Nath Kovind attended NHRC’s 32nd Foundation Day as chief guest, highlighting India’s human rights protection framework.

Q7. Which organizations partnered under UIDAI’s SITAA initiative?

• A) NITI Aayog and DP World
• B) MeitY Startup Hub and NASSCOM
• C) Flipkart and Pine Labs
• D) FEE and MoEFCC

Correct Answer: B) MeitY Startup Hub and NASSCOM

Explanation: UIDAI signed MoUs with MeitY Startup Hub for mentoring and incubation, and with NASSCOM for industry linkages and global outreach under SITAA.

Q8. What is the key focus of NITI Aayog and DP World’s ‘We Rise’ initiative?

• A) Promoting AI-driven innovation
• B) Enhancing women entrepreneurs’ global expansion
• C) Improving rural education
• D) Developing renewable energy startups

Correct Answer: B) Enhancing women entrepreneurs’ global expansion

Explanation: The ‘We Rise’ initiative under WEP’s ATR programme mentors women-led MSMEs to expand globally through mentorship and trade facilitation.

Q9. What is the price of the Flipkart Bharat Yatra Card?

• A) ₹25
• B) ₹50
• C) ₹75
• D) ₹100

Correct Answer: B) ₹50

Explanation: The NCMC-enabled Flipkart Bharat Yatra Card, launched with Pine Labs, is priced at ₹50 and allows seamless public transport payments.

Q10. What was the theme for International Stuttering Awareness Day 2025?

• A) Voices of Courage
• B) A Diverse Stuttering Community – Meeting Challenges With Strengths
• C) Speak Without Fear
• D) Inclusion Through Communication

Correct Answer: B) A Diverse Stuttering Community – Meeting Challenges With Strengths

Explanation: ISAD 2025 focused on diversity and strength within the global stuttering community, promoting awareness and acceptance.

Q11. Which veteran actor, known for his role as Karna in Mahabharat, recently passed away?

• A) Asrani
• B) Alok Nath
• C) Pankaj Dheer
• D) Mukesh Khanna

Correct Answer: C) Pankaj Dheer

Explanation: Pankaj Dheer, best known for playing Karna in B.R. Chopra’s Mahabharat, passed away at 68 after battling cancer.

Q12. Which former Chief Minister of Goa recently passed away?

• A) Pratapsingh Rane
• B) Ravi Naik
• C) Digambar Kamat
• D) Luizinho Faleiro

Correct Answer: B) Ravi Naik

Explanation: Goa’s former Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister, Ravi Naik, passed away at 79 due to cardiac arrest.

Q13. On which date is Police Commemoration Day observed annually?

• A) 15th October
• B) 21st October
• C) 25th October
• D) 30th October

Correct Answer: B) 21st October

Explanation: Police Commemoration Day is observed on 21st October to honor CRPF soldiers who died in 1959 at Hot Springs, Ladakh.

Q14. Which state now has a Notary limit of 6,000 as per the 2025 amendment?

• A) Tamil Nadu
• B) Gujarat
• C) Rajasthan
• D) Nagaland

Correct Answer: B) Gujarat

Explanation: Under the Notaries (Amendment) Rules, 2025, Gujarat’s maximum limit of Notaries has been increased to 6,000.

Q15. Which veteran actor, known for his role in Sholay, passed away in 2025?

• A) Paresh Rawal
• B) Asrani
• C) Johnny Lever
• D) Kader Khan

Correct Answer: B) Asrani

Explanation: Veteran comedy actor Asrani, known for his “jailer” role in Sholay and many other classics, passed away at 84.