1. Lezim is traditional folk dance of which state?
A. Tamil Nadu
B. Maharashtra
C. Rajasthan
D. Karnataka
ANSWER: B.Maharashtra
SOLUTION :
Lezim, the traditional folk dance of Maharashtra, holds a rich historical significance. Once used as a form of military training during the era of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, it has now evolved into a vibrant art form that symbolizes energy and unity.
2. Which ministry has launched the “MSME TEAM initiative” to empower small businesses in adopting digital commerce?
A. Ministry of Commerce and Industry
B. Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises
C. Ministry of Finance
D. Ministry of Power
ANSWER: B.Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises
SOLUTION:
The Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) has launched the MSME Trade Enablement and Marketing (TEAM) initiative to help small businesses adopt digital commerce. It has a budget of ₹277.35 crore for three years and aims to onboard 5 lakh MSMEs onto Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC).
3. Which institution recently extracted silicon carbide from simulated moon soil?
A. IIT Bombay
B. IIT Delhi
C. IIT Kanpur
D. IIT Madras
ANSWER : D.IIT Madras
SOLUTION:
Researchers at IIT-Madras have tasted success in extracting silicon carbide from (simulated) moon soil.
4. Asian Waterbird Census 2025 is conducted by which organization?
A. Society for Environment and Development (SED)
B. Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS)
C. Aranya Environment Organization
D. Greenpeace India
ANSWER: B.Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS)
SOLUTION:
The Asian Waterbird Census 2025 is conducted by the Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), in collaboration with the Wildlife Institute of India (WII).
5. Which state has become the first North Eastern state to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Bhasini?
A. Mizoram
B. Nagaland
C. Assam
D. Tripura
ANSWER: D.Tripura
SOLUTION:
Tripura has set a significant precedent in the Northeast by becoming the first state in the region to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Digital India Bhashini Division (DIBD) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India.
6. Recently, the 5th Khelo India Winter Games concluded in which city?
A. New Delhi
B. Dehradun
C. Mumbai
D. Ladakh
ANSWER: D.Ladakh
SOLUTION:
The 5th Khelo India Winter Games concluded in Ladakh, promoting winter sports and nurturing young athletic talent.
7. Recently, Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the 38th ‘National Games’ at which of the following?
A. Nainital
B. Shimla
C. Haldwani
D. Dehradun
ANSWER: D.Dehradun
SOLUTION :
Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the 38th National Games in Dehradun, promoting sports and athleticism nationwide.
8. Recently which country has declared 2025 as the Year of the Community?
A. Indonesia
B. Japan
C. UAE
D. China
ANSWER: C.UAE
SOLUTION:
The UAE has declared 2025 as the Year of the Community, highlighting the importance of community development and unity.
9. Who has recently received the title of ‘Youngest Map Genius of India’?
A. Arunish Chawla
B. Sanjeev Kumar
C. Saksham Thakur
D. Ajit Sharma
ANSWER: C.Saksham Thakur
SOLUTION:
Saksham Thakur has been recognized as the ‘Youngest Map Genius of India’ for his exceptional skills in geography.
10. On which day ‘Data Protection Day’ was celebrated recently?
A. 27 January
B. 28 January
C. 29 January
D. 30 January
ANSWER: B.28 January
SOLUTION:
Data Protection Day is celebrated on 28 January, emphasizing the importance of protecting personal data and raising awareness about data privacy.