1. Which Indian actress, known for her role in Pavitra Rishta, recently passed away at the age of 38?

• A. Smita Patil
• B. Priya Marathe
• C. Supriya Pilgaonkar
• D. Mrunal Thakur

Correct Answer: B. Priya Marathe

Explanation: Actress Priya Marathe, known for her work in Hindi and Marathi television, passed away at the age of 38 after battling cancer.

2. Which organization became the first Indian recipient of the 2025 Ramon Magsaysay Award?

• A. Akshaya Patra Foundation
• B. Teach For India
• C. Educate Girls
• D. Pratham

Correct Answer: C. Educate Girls

Explanation: Educate Girls, an NGO founded in 2007, became the first Indian organisation to win the prestigious 2025 Ramon Magsaysay Award.

3. Which ministry is launching India’s first AI-powered tribal language translator “Adi Vaani”?

• A. Ministry of Electronics and IT
• B. Ministry of Home Affairs
• C. Ministry of Education
• D. Ministry of Tribal Affairs

Correct Answer: D. Ministry of Tribal Affairs

Explanation: The Ministry of Tribal Affairs, in collaboration with top tech institutes, is launching Adi Vaani to digitally preserve tribal languages.

4. Where will India’s first Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system be implemented?

• A. Gharaunda, Haryana
• B. Vashi, Maharashtra
• C. Choryasi, Gujarat
• D. Panipat, Haryana

Correct Answer: C. Choryasi, Gujarat

Explanation: The MLFF tolling system will be first implemented at Choryasi Plaza on NH-48 in Gujarat, enabling barrier-free toll collection.

5. Which country ranked 115th in the Global Peace Index 2025?

• A. China
• B. Pakistan
• C. India
• D. Sri Lanka

Correct Answer: C. India

Explanation: India ranked 115th out of 163 countries in the Global Peace Index 2025, showing a 0.58% improvement over the previous year.

6. Which country topped the Global Peace Index 2025?

• A. Ireland
• B. Iceland
• C. New Zealand
• D. Switzerland

Correct Answer: B. Iceland

Explanation: Iceland retained its top position in the Global Peace Index 2025, a spot it has held since 2008.

7. What is the target investment amount under the new India–Japan 10-year roadmap?

• A. ₹10,000 crore
• B. ₹30,000 crore
• C. ₹60,000 crore
• D. ₹1 lakh crore

Correct Answer: C. ₹60,000 crore

Explanation: Japan aims to invest 10 trillion yen (approximately ₹60,000 crore) in India over the next 10 years under the bilateral strategic partnership roadmap.

8. Who has been elected as the Chairman of PTI’s Board in 2025?

• A. V. Shreyams Kumar
• B. Mahendra Mohan Gupta
• C. K.N. Shanth Kumar
• D. Subhash Chandra

Correct Answer: B. Mahendra Mohan Gupta

Explanation: Mahendra Mohan Gupta of Jagran Prakashan Ltd. has been elected as the new Chairman of the Press Trust of India (PTI) Board.

9. What is the name of the new savings product by Jio Payments Bank that auto-invests idle funds?

• A. Jio Invest
• B. Savings Pro
• C. Smart Save
• D. Flexi Funds

Correct Answer: B. Savings Pro

Explanation: Jio Payments Bank is launching “Savings Pro”, a product that auto-invests idle savings into overnight mutual funds for better returns.

10. What is the purpose of the “Paryatan Mitra/Paryatan Didi” initiative?

• A. Promote digital tourism
• B. Train local tourism service providers
• C. Develop eco-parks in tourist areas
• D. Fund tourism startups

Correct Answer: B. Train local tourism service providers

Explanation: The Ministry of Tourism launched this initiative to train auto drivers, hotel staff, guides, and others in responsible and sustainable tourism practices.

11. How many e-Government services has NeGD integrated into DigiLocker and e-District platforms?

• A. 1,200
• B. 1,500
• C. 1,938
• D. 2,500

Correct Answer: C. 1,938

Explanation: The National e-Governance Division (NeGD) has integrated 1,938 services across DigiLocker and e-District platforms to enhance digital access and transparency.

12. Which Indian state leads in the number of integrated services on DigiLocker and e-District platforms?

• A. Uttar Pradesh
• B. Karnataka
• C. Delhi
• D. Maharashtra

Correct Answer: D. Maharashtra

Explanation: Maharashtra has the highest number of integrated e-services (254) on the DigiLocker and e-District platforms among all Indian states and UTs.