Multiple Choice Questions (6th February 2025)
1. Which cricket player announced his retirement from all formats of cricket recently?
- a) Virat Kohli
- b) Wriddhiman Saha
- c) Rohit Sharma
- d) MS Dhoni
Correct Answer: b) Wriddhiman Saha
Explanation: Wriddhiman Saha, the former India wicketkeeper-batter, announced his retirement from all formats of cricket in February 2025.
2. What is the main focus of the Watershed Yatra launched by Shivraj Singh Chouhan?
- a) Promoting space exploration
- b) Raising awareness for water conservation
- c) Fostering agricultural techniques
- d) Supporting nuclear power projects
Correct Answer: b) Raising awareness for water conservation
Explanation: The Watershed Yatra aims to promote awareness and participation in watershed development activities, focusing on soil and water conservation under PMKSY 2.0.
3. Where is the largest Hindu temple in the Southern Hemisphere inaugurated?
- a) Johannesburg, South Africa
- b) Sydney, Australia
- c) Cape Town, South Africa
- d) Durban, South Africa
Correct Answer: a) Johannesburg, South Africa
Explanation: The largest Hindu temple in the Southern Hemisphere was inaugurated in Johannesburg, South Africa, on February 2, 2025.
4. What does the Nuclear Energy Mission for Viksit Bharat aim to achieve by 2047?
- a) Achieve 100 GW of nuclear power capacity
- b) Develop 50 GW of solar power capacity
- c) Reach 200 GW of wind power capacity
- d) Become a net-zero energy country
Correct Answer: a) Achieve 100 GW of nuclear power capacity
Explanation: The Nuclear Energy Mission for Viksit Bharat aims to achieve a target of 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047 as part of India’s long-term energy strategy.
5. Which bank introduced specialized startup current accounts to support entrepreneurs?
- a) State Bank of India
- b) HDFC Bank
- c) South Indian Bank
- d) ICICI Bank
Correct Answer: c) South Indian Bank
Explanation: South Indian Bank (SIB) launched two startup current account products to help entrepreneurs with their unique banking needs.
6. The first Ferret Research Facility in India is located in which city?
- a) Mumbai
- b) Faridabad
- c) Bengaluru
- d) Hyderabad
Correct Answer: b) Faridabad
Explanation: India’s first Ferret Research Facility was inaugurated at the Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) in Faridabad, Haryana.
7. What significant step did GMR Airports take to reinforce sustainability?
- a) Joining the UN Global Compact Initiative
- b) Introducing electric vehicle charging stations
- c) Launching a carbon offset program
- d) Committing to renewable energy usage
Correct Answer: a) Joining the UN Global Compact Initiative
Explanation: GMR Airports Ltd joined the United Nations Global Compact, signaling its commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices.
8. Which city will host the inaugural Global Justice, Love & Peace Summit in April 2025?
- a) New York
- b) Dubai
- c) Paris
- d) London
Correct Answer: b) Dubai
Explanation: Dubai will host the inaugural Global Justice, Love & Peace Summit on April 12-13, 2025, gathering peacekeepers and Nobel Laureates to promote global peace and justice.
9. Which organization launched the ‘Chandrayaan Se Chunao Tak’ initiative in West Delhi?
- a) Indian Space Research Organisation
- b) Election Commission of India
- c) Ministry of Youth Affairs
- d) Department of Space
Correct Answer: b) Election Commission of India
Explanation: The Election Commission of India launched the ‘Chandrayaan Se Chunao Tak’ initiative to enhance voter participation, celebrating India’s space achievements.
10. What is the main aim of the IICA-CMAI MoU signed in February 2025?
- a) To enhance financial inclusion in India
- b) To boost decarbonization efforts and carbon markets
- c) To support women entrepreneurs
- d) To develop new financial technologies
Correct Answer: b) To boost decarbonization efforts and carbon markets
Explanation: The IICA-CMAI MoU focuses on advancing India’s carbon markets and supporting decarbonization initiatives, playing a role in India’s net-zero future.