- Majuli River Island, which was in news in March 2025, is located in which state?
A) Sikkim
B) Assam
C) Arunachal Pradesh
D) Manipur
Answer: B) Assam
Explanation: Majuli is a river island in the Brahmaputra in Assam. - What is the new official name of the Astra MK-III missile as announced in March 2025?
A) Trishul
B) Brahmastra
C) Gandiva
D) Pinaka
Answer: B) Brahmastra
Explanation: The Astra MK-III was renamed “Brahmastra” in March 2025. - Jaipur Declaration was adopted at which forum in March 2025?
A) G20 Summit
B) UN Climate Change Conference
C) 12th Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum in Asia and the Pacific
D) BRICS Summit
Answer: C) 12th Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum in Asia and the Pacific
Explanation: In March 2025, the Jaipur Declaration was adopted at the 12th Regional 3R & Circular Economy Forum. - What kind of disease is “Thalassemia” that was in news in March 2025?
A) Respiratory disease
B) Cardiovascular disease
C) Genetic blood disorder
D) Fungal infection
Answer: C) Genetic blood disorder
Explanation: Thalassemia is a hereditary blood disorder affecting haemoglobin production. - Which space organization launched the SPHEREx and PUNCH missions in March 2025?
A) ISRO
B) ESA
C) NASA
D) JAXA
Answer: C) NASA
Explanation: SPHEREx and PUNCH are missions undertaken by NASA. - Which state approved a 100% salary hike for CM, Ministers, and MLAs in March 2025?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) Karnataka
C) Andhra Pradesh
D) Maharashtra
Answer: B) Karnataka
Explanation: The Karnataka government approved a 100% salary hike on March 22, 2025. - Which film festival was held from 1 to 8 March 2025 in Karnataka?
A) International Film Festival of India (IFFI)
B) Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFES)
C) Karnataka Film Festival
D) Mysuru International Film Festival
Answer: B) Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFES)
Explanation: The 16th BIFFES took place in Bengaluru between March 1–8, 2025. - Which state became the first to introduce sign language in its Legislative Assembly in March 2025?
A) Punjab
B) Haryana
C) Tamil Nadu
D) Kerala
Answer: A) Punjab
Explanation: In March 2025, Punjab introduced sign language in its Legislative Assembly. - What was the name of India’s disaster relief operation in response to the Myanmar earthquake in late March 2025?
A) Operation Maitri
B) Operation Sanjeevani
C) Operation Brahma
D) Operation Sagar
Answer: C) Operation Brahma
Explanation: India launched “Operation Brahma” to assist quake-hit Myanmar. - Which organization signed an MoU with HAPICO Industries on March 20, 2025, to develop novel biopesticides?
A) CSIR-IIIM
B) DRDO
C) ISRO
D) DST
Answer: A) CSIR-IIIM
Explanation: On March 20, 2025, CSIR-IIIM and HAPICO signed an MoU for biopesticides development. - Which state’s government launched the LEAP (Local Economy Accelerator Programme) in March 2025?
A) Uttar Pradesh
B) Karnataka
C) Tamil Nadu
D) Gujarat
Answer: B) Karnataka
Explanation: Karnataka launched LEAP to stimulate development outside Bengaluru. - Which site was added to India’s Ramsar list in March 2025?
A) Chilika Lake
B) Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary
C) Vembanad Lake
D) Keoladeo National Park
Answer: B) Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary
Explanation: Among others, Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary (Tamil Nadu) was added as a Ramsar site. - Who was reappointed as MD & CEO of IDBI Bank in March 2025?
A) Pradeep Kumar
B) Rakesh Sharma
C) Ajay Kumar
D) Anil Kumar
Answer: B) Rakesh Sharma
Explanation: He was reappointed for a 3-year term from March 19, 2025. - Which state in India is home to the Chirang-Ripu Elephant Reserve, as highlighted in the March 2025 current affairs?
A) Assam
B) West Bengal
C) Arunachal Pradesh
D) Meghalaya
Answer: A) Assam
Explanation: The reserve is in Assam. - Under which act can state governments notify Biodiversity Heritage Sites (BHS), as asked in a March 2025 quiz?
A) Wildlife Protection Act, 1972
B) Forest Conservation Act, 1980
C) Biological Diversity Act, 2002
D) Environment Protection Act, 1986
Answer: C) Biological Diversity Act, 2002
Explanation: The Biological Diversity Act empowers states to notify BHS. - Which international forum did the Jaipur Declaration belong to?
A) 3R & Circular Economy Forum
B) G20
C) COP
D) BRICS
Answer: A) 3R & Circular Economy Forum
Explanation: The Jaipur Declaration was adopted at the 12th Regional 3R & Circular Economy Forum. - Which organization hosts the “Weekly Test for Current Affairs March 2025” series in the affairs cloud?
A) AffairsCloud
B) GKToday
C) TestBook
D) JagranJosh
Answer: A) AffairsCloud
Explanation: It is their weekly test feature. - Which Indian riverside state added Udhwa Lake as a Ramsar site in March 2025?
A) Odisha
B) Jharkhand
C) West Bengal
D) Bihar
Answer: B) Jharkhand
Explanation: Udhwa Lake in Jharkhand was added as a Ramsar site. - Which domestic sports title did India win in March 2025 as per March current affairs?
A) IML (International Masters League)
B) ICC World Cup
C) Champions Trophy
D) Asia Cup
Answer: A) IML
Explanation: India Masters won inaugural IML 2025. - What major event in national diplomacy was held in New Delhi in March 2025?
A) Raisina Dialogue
B) BRICS Summit
C) ASEAN Summit
D) SAARC Summit
Answer: A) Raisina Dialogue
Explanation: The Raisina Dialogue 2025 took place in March. - Which high-level bilateral agreement did India sign with the U.S. in March 2025?
A) Defence pact
B) Trade talks
C) Nuclear deal
D) Cultural exchange
Answer: B) Trade talks
Explanation: US trade officials visited India for trade talks March 25–29, 2025. - Which act was amended in 2025 that triggered protests across India regarding waqf properties?
A) Waqf (Amendment) Act
B) Land Acquisition Act
C) Right to Education Act
D) Arms Act
Answer: A) Waqf (Amendment) Act
Explanation: The Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, led to protests. - Which science & research organization was involved in the MoU for biopesticides in March 2025?
A) CSIR-IIIM
B) ISRO
C) IIT Delhi
D) DRDO
Answer: A) CSIR-IIIM
Explanation: CSIR-IIIM signed the MoU with HAPICO. - Which Asian-Pacific forum’s theme included “3R & Circular Economy,” where Jaipur Declaration was adopted?
A) Regional 3R & Circular Economy Forum
B) ASEAN
C) SAARC
D) APEC
Answer: A) Regional 3R & Circular Economy Forum
Explanation: Jaipur Declaration belonged to that forum. - Which national park was notified in Assam in March 2025, per current affairs documents?
A) Chirang-Ripu Elephant Reserve
B) Kaziranga National Park
C) Manas National Park
D) Nameri National Park
Answer: A) Chirang-Ripu Elephant Reserve
Explanation: It was notified as Assam’s 8th national park. - Which natural disaster struck Myanmar and parts of Thailand on March 28, 2025?
A) Cyclone
B) Earthquake
C) Floods
D) Volcanic eruption
Answer: B) Earthquake
Explanation: A major earthquake hit Myanmar and Thailand on March 28, 2025, causing significant damage and humanitarian needs. - Which relief operation name was used by India to assist Myanmar after the March 2025 quake?
A) Operation Maitri
B) Operation Sanjeevani
C) Operation Brahma
D) Operation Sahayata
Answer: C) Operation Brahma
Explanation: India launched relief assistance named Operation Brahma for quake-hit Myanmar in late March 2025. - Which U.S. space mission did India announce an astronaut would pilot (announced in March 2025)?
A) Artemis III
B) Axiom-4
C) Crew-7
D) Starliner OFT-3
Answer: B) Axiom-4
Explanation: India named Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla as the Indian astronaut to pilot the Axiom-4 mission. - Which two NASA missions were in the news in March 2025 for planned launches/reports?
A) JWST and Voyager 3
B) SPHEREx and PUNCH
C) Juno and Europa Clipper
D) OSIRIS-REx and DART
Answer: B) SPHEREx and PUNCH
Explanation: SPHEREx and PUNCH were highlighted as NASA missions in March 2025 reports. - Which international declaration was adopted at the 12th Regional 3R & Circular Economy Forum (Jaipur) in March 2025?
A) Jaipur Declaration
B) Delhi Accord
C) Rajasthan Manifesto
D) Circular Cities Charter
Answer: A) Jaipur Declaration
Explanation: The Jaipur Declaration was adopted at the 12th Regional 3R & Circular Economy Forum in March 2025. - Which of these Indian wetlands was added to the Ramsar list in March 2025?
A) Chilika Lake
B) Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary
C) Loktak Lake
D) Wular Lake
Answer: B) Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary
Explanation: India added several Ramsar sites in March 2025 including Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary. - Which state government approved a 100% salary hike for the Chief Minister, ministers and MLAs in March 2025?
A) Maharashtra
B) Tamil Nadu
C) Karnataka
D) Kerala
Answer: C) Karnataka
Explanation: Karnataka government approved a 100% hike in salaries of the CM, ministers and MLAs in March 2025. - What is LEAP (launched by Karnataka in March 2025)?
A) A sports scholarship
B) A public health campaign
C) Local Economy Accelerator Programme
D) Road safety initiative
Answer: C) Local Economy Accelerator Programme
Explanation: LEAP is Karnataka’s Local Economy Accelerator Programme to boost jobs and innovation outside Bengaluru. - Which Indian tennis/badminton style tournament winners were in March 2025 headlines (sports)?
A) Indian Premier League (IPL) champions
B) India Masters (IML) winners
C) Asian Games winners
D) Davis Cup winners
Answer: B) India Masters (IML) winners
Explanation: India Masters won the inaugural IML title in March 2025 (coverage in March current-affairs compilations). - Which Indian bank reappointed Rakesh Sharma as MD & CEO in March 2025?
A) SBI
B) HDFC Bank
C) IDBI Bank
D) Punjab National Bank
Answer: C) IDBI Bank
Explanation: Rakesh Sharma was reappointed as MD & CEO of IDBI Bank in March 2025. - Which technology incubator programme did C-DoT launch in March 2025?
A) Udaan
B) Samarth
C) InnovateIndia
D) YuvaTech
Answer: B) Samarth
Explanation: C-DoT launched the “Samarth” incubation programme around March 2025 to support telecom/IT startups. - Which significant international conflict’s ceasefire/negotiations featured heavily in March 2025 global news?
A) Russia–Ukraine only
B) Israel–Hamas / Gaza crisis
C) India–Pakistan border tensions only
D) South China Sea dispute
Answer: B) Israel–Hamas / Gaza crisis
Explanation: The Gaza war and ceasefire phases were widely reported in March 2025. - Which global health topic featured in March 2025 reports and datasets (UN, WHO, NCM)?
A) Levels and Trends in Child Mortality
B) Global polio eradication success
C) Malaria eradication announcement
D) New universal vaccine rollout
Answer: A) Levels and Trends in Child Mortality
Explanation: Global child mortality trends and related reports appeared in March 2025 coverage. - Which Indian state’s March 2025 official “March of Karnataka” PDF listed major infra projects including metro and tunnels?
A) Kerala
B) Tamil Nadu
C) Karnataka
D) Andhra Pradesh
Answer: C) Karnataka
Explanation: The Karnataka DIPR March 2025 bulletin listed major projects such as multi-deck metro and tunnel plans. - Which international survey — “What Worries the World” — had a March 2025 release showing crime & violence concerns?
A) Pew Research Center
B) Ipsos
C) Gallup
D) UNDP
Answer: B) Ipsos
Explanation: Ipsos released “What Worries the World – March 2025” with crime & violence ranked high among worries. - Which Indian research institute signed an MoU with HAPICO for biopesticides in March 2025?
A) ICAR
B) CSIR-IIIM
C) DRDO
D) ICMR
Answer: B) CSIR-IIIM
Explanation: CSIR-IIIM signed an MoU with HAPICO to develop novel biopesticides in March 2025. - Which state had a major bandh (shutdown) called by pro-Kannada groups on March 22, 2025?
A) Kerala
B) Karnataka
C) Andhra Pradesh
D) Telangana
Answer: B) Karnataka
Explanation: Pro-Kannada groups called a bandh in Karnataka on March 22, 2025, causing transport and public-service disruptions. - Which Indian ministry/department partnered with C-DoT’s Samarth (March 2025)?
A) Ministry of Health
B) Ministry of Education
C) MeitY (Ministry of Electronics & IT) / STPI partnership
D) Ministry of Agriculture
Answer: C) MeitY / STPI
Explanation: Samarth was implemented with STPI under MeitY to support telecom/IT startups. - Which environmental theme was central to the Jaipur Declaration adopted in March 2025?
A) Desertification
B) 3R (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) & Circular Economy
C) Biodiversity offshoring
D) Carbon capture and storage
Answer: B) 3R & Circular Economy
Explanation: The Jaipur Declaration emphasized 3R and circular economy measures for the Asia-Pacific region. - Which Indian wildlife reserve was in March 2025 news for conservation status in Assam?
A) Periyar Tiger Reserve
B) Chirang-Ripu Elephant Reserve
C) Sunderban Tiger Reserve
D) Keibul Lamjao National Park
Answer: B) Chirang-Ripu Elephant Reserve
Explanation: Chirang-Ripu Elephant Reserve in Assam featured in March 2025 conservation/new-notification updates. - Which Indian state added Udhwa Lake to the Ramsar list in March 2025?
A) Jharkhand
B) Odisha
C) Bihar
D) West Bengal
Answer: A) Jharkhand
Explanation: Udhwa Lake (Jharkhand) was among sites added to the Ramsar list in March 2025. - Which indicator/report about countries’ child mortality was released/covered in March 2025?
A) UNICEF/WHO “Levels and Trends in Child Mortality” report
B) World Bank “Children in Crisis” report
C) UNESCO “Education and Child Mortality” index
D) ILO child labour mortality report
Answer: A) UNICEF/WHO “Levels and Trends in Child Mortality” report
Explanation: The standard UNICEF/WHO child mortality report and its trends were covered in March 2025 roundups. - Which industry saw a major investment mention in March 2025, prompting Karnataka to plan UHV transmission upgrades?
A) Automotive manufacturing
B) Data centres / AI data hubs
C) Textile manufacturing
D) Mining
Answer: B) Data centres / AI data hubs
Explanation: Large data-centre investments nationally prompted Karnataka to plan 765 kV transmission upgrades to support data centres. - Which Indian current-affairs site compiles monthly MCQ PDFs and had a March 2025 PDF used by aspirants?
A) GKToday, Testbook, AffairsCloud (any of these)
B) Reddit only
C) Local newspapers only
D) None of the above
Answer: A) GKToday, Testbook, AffairsCloud (any of these)
Explanation: Several exam prep portals (GKToday, Testbook, AffairsCloud) published March 2025 current-affairs compilations and PDFs. - Which country’s internal conflict and humanitarian situation (Gaza) dominated international headlines in March 2025?
A) Myanmar only
B) Gaza / Israel–Hamas conflict
C) Colombia only
D) South Korea only
Answer: B) Gaza / Israel–Hamas conflict
Explanation: Gaza war, ceasefire phases, and humanitarian crises were widely reported in March 2025. - Which Indian bank received a top-improver recognition in EASE 6.0 index mentioned in March 2025 compendiums?
A) State Bank of India
B) Punjab & Sind Bank
C) Bank of Baroda
D) Axis Bank
Answer: B) Punjab & Sind Bank
Explanation: Test-prep materials listed Punjab & Sind Bank as a top improver in EASE 6.0 reforms. - Which state’s tourism or film festival (BIFFES) was held in early March 2025?
A) Kerala Film Festival
B) Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFES) — Karnataka
C) Goa Film Festival
D) Lucknow Film Festival
Answer: B) Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFES) — Karnataka
Explanation: BIFFES was reported as held in Bengaluru in early March 2025. - Which global organization drew attention in March 2025 for humanitarian activities related to Myanmar quake?
A) ASEAN alone
B) United Nations agencies and NGOs
C) OPEC
D) NATO only
Answer: B) United Nations agencies and NGOs
Explanation: UN news and humanitarian bodies reported on the Myanmar quake relief needs. - Which Indian state government plan in March 2025 included building a 40-km twin tunnel at a large cost?
A) Maharashtra
B) Karnataka
C) Gujarat
D) Uttar Pradesh
Answer: B) Karnataka
Explanation: The Karnataka March bulletin mentioned major projects including a proposed 40-km twin tunnel costing several thousand crores. - Which Indian competition’s inaugural season winner was cited in March 2025 study materials (sports)?
A) Pro Kabaddi League
B) International Masters League (IML) — India Masters
C) Indian Super League
D) Pro Wrestling League
Answer: B) International Masters League (IML) — India Masters
Explanation: IML’s inaugural result was noted in many March 2025 current-affairs compilations. - Which Indian mission/agenda item concerned the circular economy in March 2025?
A) National Recycling Act
B) Jaipur Declaration at 3R & Circular Economy Forum
C) Plastic ban enactment nationwide
D) Green Hydrogen Pact
Answer: B) Jaipur Declaration at 3R & Circular Economy Forum
Explanation: The Jaipur Declaration at the 3R forum focused on circular economy measures. - Which Indian political/legislative initiative introduced sign language in its state assembly in March 2025?
A) Maharashtra Assembly
B) Punjab Assembly
C) Tamil Nadu Assembly
D) Gujarat Assembly
Answer: B) Punjab Assembly
Explanation: Punjab introduced sign language accessibility in its Legislative Assembly in March 2025 (reported in current-affairs roundups). - Which Indian sector did the Samarth incubator aim to strengthen (launched Mar 19, 2025)?
A) Agriculture only
B) Telecom and next-gen technologies (5G/6G, AI, IoT)
C) Automotive only
D) Pharmaceuticals only
Answer: B) Telecom and next-gen technologies (5G/6G, AI, IoT)
Explanation: Samarth targets telecom/IT and next-generation technologies. - Which environmental designation lets Indian states notify Biodiversity Heritage Sites?
A) Environment Protection Act, 1986
B) Biological Diversity Act, 2002
C) Wildlife Protection Act, 1972
D) Forest Conservation Act, 1980
Answer: B) Biological Diversity Act, 2002
Explanation: States can notify BHS under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002. (frequently tested Gov-exam fact) - Which major international economic actor visited India for trade talks in late March 2025?
A) EU trade commissioners only
B) U.S. trade officials
C) Chinese trade envoys only
D) African Union trade delegation
Answer: B) U.S. trade officials
Explanation: U.S. trade officials visited India for bilateral trade discussions around March 24–29, 2025. - Which state’s public order issue (bandh) was linked to language activism in March 2025?
A) Tamil Nadu (language protests)
B) Karnataka (pro-Kannada bandh)
C) Assam (local language demands)
D) West Bengal (Bengali agitation)
Answer: B) Karnataka (pro-Kannada bandh)
Explanation: Pro-Kannada groups called a bandh in Karnataka on March 22, 2025. - Which national database/portal or compilation commonly used by aspirants published a March 2025 “Current Affairs” PDF?
A) Testbook, GKToday, AffairsCloud (all publish such PDFs)
B) Only government gazette files
C) Only academic journals
D) None of the above
Answer: A) Testbook, GKToday, AffairsCloud (all publish such PDFs)
Explanation: Multiple exam-prep portals publish monthly current-affairs PDFs used by aspirants. - Which region’s conflict (Kivu / ADF insurgency) was noted in March 2025 global current affairs?
A) Latin America
B) Eastern DRC (Kivu region)
C) East Asia
D) Arctic region
Answer: B) Eastern DRC (Kivu region)
Explanation: Kivu conflict and ADF insurgency were included in March global roundups. - Which international list or index did India figure in for eliminating a disease (March 2025 roundup)?
A) Polio elimination in Niger (example)
B) Complete malaria eradication in India
C) Complete eradication of tuberculosis worldwide
D) None of the above
Answer: A) Polio/Onchocerciasis elimination mention for Niger (example from global health items in March roundups)
Explanation: March roundups included items such as Niger eliminating onchocerciasis; such entries appear in monthly compendiums. - Which kind of major infrastructure upgrade did Karnataka consider to support data centers?
A) New airports only
B) Upgrading transmission to 765 kV (UHV)
C) New seaport construction only
D) Damming projects only
Answer: B) Upgrading transmission to 765 kV (UHV)
Explanation: Karnataka planned to upgrade power transmission capability to 765 kV to support the power-intensive needs of data centres. - Which Indian island/state was in international interest in March 2025 because of cultural/environmental news (example question style for GK)?
A) Majuli (Assam river island)
B) Lakshadweep only
C) Andaman only
D) Diu only
Answer: A) Majuli (Assam river island)
Explanation: Majuli, the Brahmaputra river island in Assam, is often in news for environmental/cultural issues; referenced in March compilations. - Which global event—humanitarian/rights—remained a persistent March 2025 topic (reported by NGOs and UN)?
A) Libya humanitarian flights and Syrian refugee movements
B) Antarctic ozone depletion only
C) North Korea sanctions only
D) None of the above
Answer: A) Libya/Syria humanitarian flights and refugee crises (examples in global briefs)
Explanation: Global briefs covered humanitarian flights and refugee issues in March 2025. - Which of the following was an item in March 2025 India current-affairs: a major surgical/medical development?
A) A new malaria vaccine rollout nationwide
B) Thalassemia awareness & screening topics featured in compendiums
C) Full eradication of polio in India
D) Major biotech IPO only
Answer: B) Thalassemia awareness & screening topics featured in compendiums
Explanation: Thalassemia (a hereditary blood disorder) was among health items mentioned in monthly quiz materials. - Which Indian institution’s initiative to develop biopesticides was highlighted in March 2025?
A) IIT Bombay alone
B) CSIR-IIIM with HAPICO Industries
C) ISRO with agricultural wing
D) Ministry of Defence only
Answer: B) CSIR-IIIM with HAPICO Industries
Explanation: CSIR-IIIM signed an MoU with HAPICO on March 20, 2025 for biopesticide R&D. - Which bank or finance index recognition was mentioned in March 2025 summaries for reforms?
A) EASE 6.0 index — top improvers list (example: Punjab & Sind Bank)
B) Basel III compliance only
C) RBI new note circulation only
D) None of the above
Answer: A) EASE 6.0 index — top improvers list (e.g., Punjab & Sind Bank)
Explanation: Compilations mentioned top improvers in EASE 6.0 reforms like Punjab & Sind Bank. - Which sea-region nuclear plant issue or Ukraine event was present in March 2025 global briefs?
A) Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant updates
B) Fukushima new eruption
C) Chernobyl reactivation
D) None of the above
Answer: A) Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant updates
Explanation: Updates about the Zaporizhzhia plant and related hostilities featured in March current-events roundups. - Which state in India was aiming to create 5 lakh jobs under LEAP (as per project target)?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) Karnataka
C) Gujarat
D) Maharashtra
Answer: B) Karnataka
Explanation: LEAP targeted job creation (around 5 lakh jobs over its tenure) in Karnataka’s policy documents. - Which Indian festival, conference or dialogue was held in New Delhi in March 2025 and is a major diplomatic/strategic event?
A) Raisina Dialogue
B) G20 Summit (held elsewhere)
C) BRICS Summit (elsewhere)
D) None of the above
Answer: A) Raisina Dialogue
Explanation: Raisina Dialogue 2025 was held in March in New Delhi, attracting diplomats and policy experts. - Which international development did March 2025 roundups report as affecting food security/humanitarian access in Gaza?
A) Entry of increased humanitarian aid only
B) Blockade and restrictions causing aid shortages and famine warnings
C) Complete restoration of services immediately
D) None of the above
Answer: B) Blockade and restrictions causing aid shortages and famine warnings
Explanation: Reports in late March showed humanitarian access constraints in Gaza and famine risks when ceasefire phases changed. - Which Indian state’s chief ministerial pay hike triggered heated debate and protests in March 2025?
A) Karnataka — yes (100% hike)
B) Goa — no
C) Rajasthan — no
D) Himachal Pradesh — no
Answer: A) Karnataka — yes (100% hike)
Explanation: The salary hike in Karnataka drew controversy nationally and locally. - Which Indian organisation’s weekly/current tests were cited as sources for March 2025 MCQ compilations (useful for aspirants)?
A) AffairsCloud Weekly Tests
B) Local newspapers only
C) Random blogs only
D) None of the above
Answer: A) AffairsCloud Weekly Tests
Explanation: AffairsCloud and similar portals publish weekly/monthly MCQ tests used by aspirants. - Which global survey in March 2025 registered an increase in worry about crime & violence across many countries?
A) World Bank survey only
B) Ipsos “What Worries the World” — yes
C) IMF global worries index
D) WTO report only
Answer: B) Ipsos “What Worries the World” — yes
Explanation: Ipsos’s March 2025 survey showed crime & violence rising as concerns. - Which of these Indian infrastructure projects was NOT listed in Karnataka’s March 2025 bulletin?
A) 41-km double decker metro (Karnataka DID list) — was listed
B) 110-km proposed corridor (Karnataka DID list) — was listed
C) New oil refinery in Bengaluru — unlikely in that bulletin
D) 40-km twin tunnel — was listed
Answer: C) New oil refinery in Bengaluru
Explanation: The March bulletin listed major metro/tunnel projects; a new oil refinery in Bengaluru was not among the items. - Which state’s bird/wetland sanctuary was among the Ramsar additions in March 2025 (Sakkarakottai)?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) Sikkim
C) Jharkhand
D) Kerala
Answer: A) Tamil Nadu (Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary)
Explanation: Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu was added to the Ramsar list in March 2025. - Which of the following is true about the SPHEREx mission mentioned in March 2025 coverage?
A) It is a NASA astrophysics mission to map the sky in near-IR to study inflation and galaxy formation
B) It is an ESA terrestrial observation mission only
C) It is an ISRO lunar orbiter
D) It is a private satellite constellation for broadband
Answer: A) It is a NASA astrophysics mission to map the sky in near-IR to study inflation and galaxy formation
Explanation: SPHEREx is a NASA astrophysics mission with the stated objectives noted in mission briefs covered during March 2025 reporting. - Which Indian state’s current-affairs compilation in March 2025 included the launch of LEAP to promote jobs outside the capital?
A) Karnataka
B) Uttar Pradesh
C) Maharashtra
D) Gujarat
Answer: A) Karnataka
Explanation: LEAP was launched by Karnataka to foster regional economic clusters and jobs. - Which of these environmental additions increased India’s Ramsar sites count in March 2025?
A) Addition of Khecheopalri Wetland (Sikkim) among others
B) De-listing of all previous Ramsar sites
C) No changes at all
D) Only foreign wetlands added to India’s list
Answer: A) Addition of Khecheopalri Wetland (Sikkim) among others
Explanation: Khecheopalri Wetland (Sikkim) and others were added in March 2025. - Which Indian sports league’s news (IML) was included in March current affairs PDFs used by aspirants?
A) Inaugural IML title — India Masters won
B) IPL final only
C) ISL final only
D) None of the above
Answer: A) Inaugural IML title — India Masters won
Explanation: The IML inaugural season was covered in monthly compilations. - Which of the following was an important diplomatic event / visit in India in late March 2025?
A) US trade officials visiting for bilateral talks
B) Opening of a new embassy only
C) UN General Assembly meeting in New Delhi
D) None of the above
Answer: A) US trade officials visiting for bilateral talks
Explanation: U.S. trade delegations visited India for trade talks in March 2025. - Which of the following issues was NOT part of March 2025 global briefs (based on current-affairs roundups)?
A) Myanmar earthquake — included
B) Gaza humanitarian crisis — included
C) A major Martian colony founding — not included
D) Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant updates — included
Answer: C) A major Martian colony founding — not included
Explanation: There was no report of a Martian colony founding in March 2025 roundups. - Which Indian institution’s R&D MoU around biopesticides could be important for agriculture and allied sectors?
A) CSIR-IIIM and HAPICO Industries — yes
B) ISRO and HAPICO only — no
C) DRDO and HAPICO only — no
D) None of the above
Answer: A) CSIR-IIIM and HAPICO Industries — yes
Explanation: The MoU focused on biopesticide research and potential agriculture applications. - Which Indian month’s current-affairs PDFs are most commonly used by aspirants for monthly revision?
A) Only January and February
B) All months (incl. March) — Testbook, GKToday, AffairsCloud provide monthly PDFs
C) Only annual compendiums — no monthly PDFs
D) None of the above
Answer: B) All months (incl. March) — Testbook, GKToday, AffairsCloud provide monthly PDFs
Explanation: Aspirants rely on monthly compiled PDFs for months including March 2025. - Which international humanitarian concern was amplified when the Gaza ceasefire’s first phase ended in March 2025?
A) Supply chain issues in Europe only
B) Humanitarian access and famine warnings in Gaza
C) Extreme temperatures in Australia only
D) None of the above
Answer: B) Humanitarian access and famine warnings in Gaza
Explanation: Ending of take-turn ceasefire phases led to concerns about aid blockades and famine risk in Gaza. - Which Indian central bank or financial regulatory event was highlighted in March 2025 practice PDFs (e.g., appointments)?
A) Reappointment of an MD & CEO (IDBI) — yes
B) New RBI governor appointment — no major March 2025 event listed in those PDFs
C) Full nationalization of all banks — no
D) None of the above
Answer: A) Reappointment of an MD & CEO (IDBI) — yes (Rakesh Sharma)
Explanation: The IDBI MD & CEO reappointment was included in monthly compendiums. - Which of the following topics is commonly included in Indian monthly current-affairs compendiums like March 2025?
A) National appointments and reappointments (banking, civil service)
B) Climate/environmental site additions (Ramsar)
C) Natural disasters (earthquakes) and humanitarian responses
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
Explanation: Monthly kits contain appointments, environment, disaster, and policy matters. - Which state-level scheme was intended to decentralize economic growth and was launched in March 2025 in Karnataka?
A) LEAP (Local Economy Accelerator Programme) — yes
B) AMRUT 3.0 only — no
C) Smart Cities only — no
D) None of the above
Answer: A) LEAP (Local Economy Accelerator Programme) — yes
Explanation: LEAP aims to promote clusters and jobs beyond Bengaluru. - Which global report or index’s March 2025 release highlighted public worries worldwide?
A) Ipsos “What Worries the World” — yes (crime & violence rose)
B) WHO global pandemic alert only — no
C) IMF growth outlook only — no
D) None of the above
Answer: A) Ipsos “What Worries the World” — yes
Explanation: Ipsos’s March release was cited in international roundups. - Which of the following is true about the IDBI MD & CEO reappointment (March 2025)?
A) Rakesh Sharma reappointed for a three-year term
B) New CEO appointed from outside India only
C) No appointment happened in March 2025
D) Appointment for a one-year interim only
Answer: A) Rakesh Sharma reappointed for a three-year term
Explanation: Rakesh Sharma’s reappointment details were covered in monthly lists. - Which disaster management topic was prominent in March 2025 exams’ practice questions?
A) Earthquake impacts in Myanmar and Thailand (late March) — yes
B) Tsunami in Mediterranean — no
C) Volcanic eruptions in Scandinavia — no
D) None of the above
Answer: A) Earthquake impacts in Myanmar and Thailand (late March) — yes
Explanation: The Myanmar-Thailand earthquake was a major March 2025 awareness item. - Which important city hosted major film festival events (BIFFES) in March 2025?
A) Mumbai only
B) Bengaluru (BIFFES) — yes
C) Jaipur only
D) None of the above
Answer: B) Bengaluru (BIFFES) — yes
Explanation: BIFFES in Bengaluru was noted in March 2025 entertainment news. - Which international current-affairs topic was repeatedly present in March 2025 general summaries?
A) Gaza ceasefire and humanitarian access
B) Launch of the first Mars colony — no
C) Cessation of all world trade — no
D) Global TV blackouts — no
Answer: A) Gaza ceasefire and humanitarian access
Explanation: Gaza war/ceasefire and humanitarian issues were recurring March 2025 items. - Which Indian state’s budget or project announcements in March 2025 included multi-deck metro proposals?
A) Karnataka — yes (double-deck metro plan was mentioned)
B) Goa only — no
C) Punjab only — no
D) None of the above
Answer: A) Karnataka — yes
Explanation: Karnataka’s March bulletin referred to urban infrastructure plans including double-deck metro proposals. - Which area of tech investment prompted Karnataka to consider upgrading its transmission network to ultra-high voltage (765 kV)?
A) Renewable subsidies only
B) Large-scale data centres and AI infrastructure demand
C) Textile industrial electrification only
D) Agricultural electrification only
Answer: B) Large-scale data centres and AI infrastructure demand
Explanation: Power demand from big data centres (AI-scale) motivated the plan for UHV transmission to 765 kV. - Which resource do aspirants commonly use for MCQ practice that had a March 2025 PDF: “CURRENT AFFAIRS — MARCH 2025”?
A) Oswaal/arena commerce PDF (example) — yes (common practice PDF)
B) Only printed newspapers — no
C) Random social media only — no
D) None of the above
Answer: A) Oswaal/arena commerce PDF (example) — yes
Explanation: Compilations by publishers like Oswaal appear as PDFs used by aspirants (March 2025 versions exist). - Which of the following is a correct strategy when using monthly MCQ PDFs (like March 2025) for government exam prep?
A) Memorize questions without verifying sources — not recommended
B) Cross-check items with official news sources and PIB / DIPR / reputed outlets — recommended
C) Ignore environment and science sections — not recommended
D) Only focus on entertainment news — not recommended
Answer: B) Cross-check items with official news sources and PIB / DIPR / reputed outlets — recommended
Explanation: Best practice for aspirants: verify facts with primary/reputable sources (PIB, DIPR, reputable news) rather than relying solely on third-party PDFs.