{"id":14654,"date":"2025-10-16T10:12:41","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T09:12:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mcqsadda.com\/?p=14654"},"modified":"2025-10-16T12:28:28","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T11:28:28","slug":"march-2025-current-affairs-top-100-mcqs-with-answer-and-explanation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mcqsadda.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/16\/march-2025-current-affairs-top-100-mcqs-with-answer-and-explanation\/","title":{"rendered":"March 2025 &#8211; Current Affairs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Majuli River Island, which was in news in March 2025, is located in which state?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Sikkim<br>B) Assam<br>C) Arunachal Pradesh<br>D) Manipur<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Assam<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Majuli is a river island in the Brahmaputra in Assam. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">What is the new official name of the Astra MK-III missile as announced in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Trishul<br>B) Brahmastra<br>C) Gandiva<br>D) Pinaka<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Brahmastra<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Astra MK-III was renamed \u201cBrahmastra\u201d in March 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\"><strong>Jaipur Declaration was adopted at which forum in March 2025?<\/strong><br><\/mark>A) G20 Summit<br>B) UN Climate Change Conference<br>C) 12th Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum in Asia and the Pacific<br>D) BRICS Summit<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> C) 12th Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum in Asia and the Pacific<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> In March 2025, the Jaipur Declaration was adopted at the 12th Regional 3R &amp; Circular Economy Forum. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">What kind of disease is \u201cThalassemia\u201d that was in news in March 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A) Respiratory disease<br>B) Cardiovascular disease<br>C) Genetic blood disorder<br>D) Fungal infection<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> C) Genetic blood disorder<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Thalassemia is a hereditary blood disorder affecting haemoglobin production. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which space organization launched the SPHEREx and PUNCH missions in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) ISRO<br>B) ESA<br>C) NASA<br>D) JAXA<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> C) NASA<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> SPHEREx and PUNCH are missions undertaken by NASA.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which state approved a 100% salary hike for CM, Ministers, and MLAs in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Tamil Nadu<br>B) Karnataka<br>C) Andhra Pradesh<br>D) Maharashtra<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Karnataka<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The Karnataka government approved a 100% salary hike on March 22, 2025.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which film festival was held from 1 to 8 March 2025 in Karnataka?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A) International Film Festival of India (IFFI)<br>B) Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFES)<br>C) Karnataka Film Festival<br>D) Mysuru International Film Festival<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFES)<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The 16th BIFFES took place in Bengaluru between March 1\u20138, 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which state became the first to introduce sign language in its Legislative Assembly in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Punjab<br>B) Haryana<br>C) Tamil Nadu<br>D) Kerala<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Punjab<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> In March 2025, Punjab introduced sign language in its Legislative Assembly. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">What was the name of India\u2019s disaster relief operation in response to the Myanmar earthquake in late March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Operation Maitri<br>B) Operation Sanjeevani<br>C) Operation Brahma<br>D) Operation Sagar<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> C) Operation Brahma<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> India launched \u201cOperation Brahma\u201d to assist quake-hit Myanmar. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which organization signed an MoU with HAPICO Industries on March 20, 2025, to develop novel biopesticides?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) CSIR-IIIM<br>B) DRDO<br>C) ISRO<br>D) DST<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) CSIR-IIIM<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>On March 20, 2025, CSIR-IIIM and HAPICO signed an MoU for biopesticides development. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which state\u2019s government launched the LEAP (Local Economy Accelerator Programme) in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Uttar Pradesh<br>B) Karnataka<br>C) Tamil Nadu<br>D) Gujarat<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Karnataka<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Karnataka launched LEAP to stimulate development outside Bengaluru. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which site was added to India\u2019s Ramsar list in March 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A) Chilika Lake<br>B) Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary<br>C) Vembanad Lake<br>D) Keoladeo National Park<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Among others, Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary (Tamil Nadu) was added as a Ramsar site. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Who was reappointed as MD &amp; CEO of IDBI Bank in March 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A) Pradeep Kumar<br>B) Rakesh Sharma<br>C) Ajay Kumar<br>D) Anil Kumar<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Rakesh Sharma<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>He was reappointed for a 3-year term from March 19, 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\"><strong>Which state in India is home to the Chirang-Ripu Elephant Reserve, as highlighted in the March 2025 current affairs?<\/strong><br><\/mark>A) Assam<br>B) West Bengal<br>C) Arunachal Pradesh<br>D) Meghalaya<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Assam<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The reserve is in Assam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Under which act can state governments notify Biodiversity Heritage Sites (BHS), as asked in a March 2025 quiz?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Wildlife Protection Act, 1972<br>B) Forest Conservation Act, 1980<br>C) Biological Diversity Act, 2002<br>D) Environment Protection Act, 1986<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> C) Biological Diversity Act, 2002<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The Biological Diversity Act empowers states to notify BHS. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which international forum did the Jaipur Declaration belong to?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) 3R &amp; Circular Economy Forum<br>B) G20<br>C) COP<br>D) BRICS<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) 3R &amp; Circular Economy Forum<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The Jaipur Declaration was adopted at the 12th Regional 3R &amp; Circular Economy Forum. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which organization hosts the \u201cWeekly Test for Current Affairs March 2025\u201d series in the affairs cloud?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) AffairsCloud<br>B) GKToday<br>C) TestBook<br>D) JagranJosh<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) AffairsCloud<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> It is their weekly test feature. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian riverside state added Udhwa Lake as a Ramsar site in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Odisha<br>B) Jharkhand<br>C) West Bengal<br>D) Bihar<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Jharkhand<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Udhwa Lake in Jharkhand was added as a Ramsar site. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which domestic sports title did India win in March 2025 as per March current affairs?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) IML (International Masters League)<br>B) ICC World Cup<br>C) Champions Trophy<br>D) Asia Cup<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) IML<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> India Masters won inaugural IML 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">What major event in national diplomacy was held in New Delhi in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Raisina Dialogue<br>B) BRICS Summit<br>C) ASEAN Summit<br>D) SAARC Summit<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Raisina Dialogue<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The Raisina Dialogue 2025 took place in March. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which high-level bilateral agreement did India sign with the U.S. in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Defence pact<br>B) Trade talks<br>C) Nuclear deal<br>D) Cultural exchange<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Trade talks<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> US trade officials visited India for trade talks March 25\u201329, 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which act was amended in 2025 that triggered protests across India regarding waqf properties?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Waqf (Amendment) Act<br>B) Land Acquisition Act<br>C) Right to Education Act<br>D) Arms Act<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Waqf (Amendment) Act<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, led to protests. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which science &amp; research organization was involved in the MoU for biopesticides in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) CSIR-IIIM<br>B) ISRO<br>C) IIT Delhi<br>D) DRDO<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) CSIR-IIIM<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>CSIR-IIIM signed the MoU with HAPICO.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Asian-Pacific forum\u2019s theme included \u201c3R &amp; Circular Economy,\u201d where Jaipur Declaration was adopted?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Regional 3R &amp; Circular Economy Forum<br>B) ASEAN<br>C) SAARC<br>D) APEC<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Regional 3R &amp; Circular Economy Forum<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Jaipur Declaration belonged to that forum. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which national park was notified in Assam in March 2025, per current affairs documents?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Chirang-Ripu Elephant Reserve<br>B) Kaziranga National Park<br>C) Manas National Park<br>D) Nameri National Park<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Chirang-Ripu Elephant Reserve<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>It was notified as Assam\u2019s 8th national park.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which natural disaster struck Myanmar and parts of Thailand on March 28, 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Cyclone<br>B) Earthquake<br>C) Floods<br>D) Volcanic eruption<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Earthquake<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>A major earthquake hit Myanmar and Thailand on March 28, 2025, causing significant damage and humanitarian needs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which relief operation name was used by India to assist Myanmar after the March 2025 quake?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Operation Maitri<br>B) Operation Sanjeevani<br>C) Operation Brahma<br>D) Operation Sahayata<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> C) Operation Brahma<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>India launched relief assistance named Operation Brahma for quake-hit Myanmar in late March 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which U.S. space mission did India announce an astronaut would pilot (announced in March 2025)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Artemis III<br>B) Axiom-4<br>C) Crew-7<br>D) Starliner OFT-3<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Axiom-4<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>India named Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla as the Indian astronaut to pilot the Axiom-4 mission. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which two NASA missions were in the news in March 2025 for planned launches\/reports?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) JWST and Voyager 3<br>B) SPHEREx and PUNCH<br>C) Juno and Europa Clipper<br>D) OSIRIS-REx and DART<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) SPHEREx and PUNCH<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>SPHEREx and PUNCH were highlighted as NASA missions in March 2025 reports. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which international declaration was adopted at the 12th Regional 3R &amp; Circular Economy Forum (Jaipur) in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Jaipur Declaration<br>B) Delhi Accord<br>C) Rajasthan Manifesto<br>D) Circular Cities Charter<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Jaipur Declaration<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Jaipur Declaration was adopted at the 12th Regional 3R &amp; Circular Economy Forum in March 2025.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which of these Indian wetlands was added to the Ramsar list in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Chilika Lake<br>B) Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary<br>C) Loktak Lake<br>D) Wular Lake<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>India added several Ramsar sites in March 2025 including Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which state government approved a 100% salary hike for the Chief Minister, ministers and MLAs in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Maharashtra<br>B) Tamil Nadu<br>C) Karnataka<br>D) Kerala<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> C) Karnataka<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Karnataka government approved a 100% hike in salaries of the CM, ministers and MLAs in March 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">What is LEAP (launched by Karnataka in March 2025)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) A sports scholarship<br>B) A public health campaign<br>C) Local Economy Accelerator Programme<br>D) Road safety initiative<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> C) Local Economy Accelerator Programme<br><em>Explanation:<\/em> LEAP is Karnataka\u2019s Local Economy Accelerator Programme to boost jobs and innovation outside Bengaluru. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian tennis\/badminton style tournament winners were in March 2025 headlines (sports)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Indian Premier League (IPL) champions<br>B) India Masters (IML) winners<br>C) Asian Games winners<br>D) Davis Cup winners<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) India Masters (IML) winners<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>India Masters won the inaugural IML title in March 2025 (coverage in March current-affairs compilations). <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian bank reappointed Rakesh Sharma as MD &amp; CEO in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) SBI<br>B) HDFC Bank<br>C) IDBI Bank<br>D) Punjab National Bank<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> C) IDBI Bank<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Rakesh Sharma was reappointed as MD &amp; CEO of IDBI Bank in March 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which technology incubator programme did C-DoT launch in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Udaan<br>B) Samarth<br>C) InnovateIndia<br>D) YuvaTech<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Samarth<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> C-DoT launched the \u201cSamarth\u201d incubation programme around March 2025 to support telecom\/IT startups. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which significant international conflict\u2019s ceasefire\/negotiations featured heavily in March 2025 global news?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Russia\u2013Ukraine only<br>B) Israel\u2013Hamas \/ Gaza crisis<br>C) India\u2013Pakistan border tensions only<br>D) South China Sea dispute<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Israel\u2013Hamas \/ Gaza crisis<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The Gaza war and ceasefire phases were widely reported in March 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which global health topic featured in March 2025 reports and datasets (UN, WHO, NCM)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Levels and Trends in Child Mortality<br>B) Global polio eradication success<br>C) Malaria eradication announcement<br>D) New universal vaccine rollout<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Levels and Trends in Child Mortality<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Global child mortality trends and related reports appeared in March 2025 coverage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian state\u2019s March 2025 official \u201cMarch of Karnataka\u201d PDF listed major infra projects including metro and tunnels?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Kerala<br>B) Tamil Nadu<br>C) Karnataka<br>D) Andhra Pradesh<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> C) Karnataka<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Karnataka DIPR March 2025 bulletin listed major projects such as multi-deck metro and tunnel plans. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which international survey \u2014 \u201cWhat Worries the World\u201d \u2014 had a March 2025 release showing crime &amp; violence concerns?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Pew Research Center<br>B) Ipsos<br>C) Gallup<br>D) UNDP<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Ipsos<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Ipsos released \u201cWhat Worries the World \u2013 March 2025\u201d with crime &amp; violence ranked high among worries. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian research institute signed an MoU with HAPICO for biopesticides in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) ICAR<br>B) CSIR-IIIM<br>C) DRDO<br>D) ICMR<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) CSIR-IIIM<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>CSIR-IIIM signed an MoU with HAPICO to develop novel biopesticides in March 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which state had a major bandh (shutdown) called by pro-Kannada groups on March 22, 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Kerala<br>B) Karnataka<br>C) Andhra Pradesh<br>D) Telangana<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Karnataka<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Pro-Kannada groups called a bandh in Karnataka on March 22, 2025, causing transport and public-service disruptions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian ministry\/department partnered with C-DoT\u2019s Samarth (March 2025)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Ministry of Health<br>B) Ministry of Education<br>C) MeitY (Ministry of Electronics &amp; IT) \/ STPI partnership<br>D) Ministry of Agriculture<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> C) MeitY \/ STPI<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Samarth was implemented with STPI under MeitY to support telecom\/IT startups. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which environmental theme was central to the Jaipur Declaration adopted in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Desertification<br>B) 3R (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) &amp; Circular Economy<br>C) Biodiversity offshoring<br>D) Carbon capture and storage<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) 3R &amp; Circular Economy<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Jaipur Declaration emphasized 3R and circular economy measures for the Asia-Pacific region.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian wildlife reserve was in March 2025 news for conservation status in Assam?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Periyar Tiger Reserve<br>B) Chirang-Ripu Elephant Reserve<br>C) Sunderban Tiger Reserve<br>D) Keibul Lamjao National Park<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Chirang-Ripu Elephant Reserve<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Chirang-Ripu Elephant Reserve in Assam featured in March 2025 conservation\/new-notification updates. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian state added Udhwa Lake to the Ramsar list in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Jharkhand<br>B) Odisha<br>C) Bihar<br>D) West Bengal<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Jharkhand<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Udhwa Lake (Jharkhand) was among sites added to the Ramsar list in March 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which indicator\/report about countries\u2019 child mortality was released\/covered in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) UNICEF\/WHO \u201cLevels and Trends in Child Mortality\u201d report<br>B) World Bank \u201cChildren in Crisis\u201d report<br>C) UNESCO \u201cEducation and Child Mortality\u201d index<br>D) ILO child labour mortality report<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) UNICEF\/WHO \u201cLevels and Trends in Child Mortality\u201d report<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The standard UNICEF\/WHO child mortality report and its trends were covered in March 2025 roundups. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which industry saw a major investment mention in March 2025, prompting Karnataka to plan UHV transmission upgrades?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Automotive manufacturing<br>B) Data centres \/ AI data hubs<br>C) Textile manufacturing<br>D) Mining<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Data centres \/ AI data hubs<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Large data-centre investments nationally prompted Karnataka to plan 765 kV transmission upgrades to support data centres.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian current-affairs site compiles monthly MCQ PDFs and had a March 2025 PDF used by aspirants?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) GKToday, Testbook, AffairsCloud (any of these)<br>B) Reddit only<br>C) Local newspapers only<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) GKToday, Testbook, AffairsCloud (any of these)<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Several exam prep portals (GKToday, Testbook, AffairsCloud) published March 2025 current-affairs compilations and PDFs. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which country\u2019s internal conflict and humanitarian situation (Gaza) dominated international headlines in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Myanmar only<br>B) Gaza \/ Israel\u2013Hamas conflict<br>C) Colombia only<br>D) South Korea only<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Gaza \/ Israel\u2013Hamas conflict<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Gaza war, ceasefire phases, and humanitarian crises were widely reported in March 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian bank received a top-improver recognition in EASE 6.0 index mentioned in March 2025 compendiums?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) State Bank of India<br>B) Punjab &amp; Sind Bank<br>C) Bank of Baroda<br>D) Axis Bank<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Punjab &amp; Sind Bank<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Test-prep materials listed Punjab &amp; Sind Bank as a top improver in EASE 6.0 reforms. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which state\u2019s tourism or film festival (BIFFES) was held in early March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Kerala Film Festival<br>B) Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFES) \u2014 Karnataka<br>C) Goa Film Festival<br>D) Lucknow Film Festival<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFES) \u2014 Karnataka<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>BIFFES was reported as held in Bengaluru in early March 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which global organization drew attention in March 2025 for humanitarian activities related to Myanmar quake?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) ASEAN alone<br>B) United Nations agencies and NGOs<br>C) OPEC<br>D) NATO only<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) United Nations agencies and NGOs<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> UN news and humanitarian bodies reported on the Myanmar quake relief needs. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian state government plan in March 2025 included building a 40-km twin tunnel at a large cost?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A) Maharashtra<br>B) Karnataka<br>C) Gujarat<br>D) Uttar Pradesh<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Karnataka<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The Karnataka March bulletin mentioned major projects including a proposed 40-km twin tunnel costing several thousand crores. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian competition\u2019s inaugural season winner was cited in March 2025 study materials (sports)?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A) Pro Kabaddi League<br>B) International Masters League (IML) \u2014 India Masters<br>C) Indian Super League<br>D) Pro Wrestling League<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) International Masters League (IML) \u2014 India Masters<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> IML\u2019s inaugural result was noted in many March 2025 current-affairs compilations. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian mission\/agenda item concerned the circular economy in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) National Recycling Act<br>B) Jaipur Declaration at 3R &amp; Circular Economy Forum<br>C) Plastic ban enactment nationwide<br>D) Green Hydrogen Pact<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Jaipur Declaration at 3R &amp; Circular Economy Forum<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Jaipur Declaration at the 3R forum focused on circular economy measures. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian political\/legislative initiative introduced sign language in its state assembly in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Maharashtra Assembly<br>B) Punjab Assembly<br>C) Tamil Nadu Assembly<br>D) Gujarat Assembly<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Punjab Assembly<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Punjab introduced sign language accessibility in its Legislative Assembly in March 2025 (reported in current-affairs roundups). <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian sector did the Samarth incubator aim to strengthen (launched Mar 19, 2025)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Agriculture only<br>B) Telecom and next-gen technologies (5G\/6G, AI, IoT)<br>C) Automotive only<br>D) Pharmaceuticals only<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Telecom and next-gen technologies (5G\/6G, AI, IoT)<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Samarth targets telecom\/IT and next-generation technologies. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which environmental designation lets Indian states notify Biodiversity Heritage Sites?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Environment Protection Act, 1986<br>B) Biological Diversity Act, 2002<br>C) Wildlife Protection Act, 1972<br>D) Forest Conservation Act, 1980<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Biological Diversity Act, 2002<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>States can notify BHS under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002. (frequently tested Gov-exam fact) <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which major international economic actor visited India for trade talks in late March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) EU trade commissioners only<br>B) U.S. trade officials<br>C) Chinese trade envoys only<br>D) African Union trade delegation<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) U.S. trade officials<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>U.S. trade officials visited India for bilateral trade discussions around March 24\u201329, 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which state\u2019s public order issue (bandh) was linked to language activism in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Tamil Nadu (language protests)<br>B) Karnataka (pro-Kannada bandh)<br>C) Assam (local language demands)<br>D) West Bengal (Bengali agitation)<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Karnataka (pro-Kannada bandh)<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Pro-Kannada groups called a bandh in Karnataka on March 22, 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which national database\/portal or compilation commonly used by aspirants published a March 2025 \u201cCurrent Affairs\u201d PDF?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Testbook, GKToday, AffairsCloud (all publish such PDFs)<br>B) Only government gazette files<br>C) Only academic journals<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Testbook, GKToday, AffairsCloud (all publish such PDFs)<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Multiple exam-prep portals publish monthly current-affairs PDFs used by aspirants. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which region\u2019s conflict (Kivu \/ ADF insurgency) was noted in March 2025 global current affairs?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Latin America<br>B) Eastern DRC (Kivu region)<br>C) East Asia<br>D) Arctic region<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Eastern DRC (Kivu region)<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Kivu conflict and ADF insurgency were included in March global roundups. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which international list or index did India figure in for eliminating a disease (March 2025 roundup)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Polio elimination in Niger (example)<br>B) Complete malaria eradication in India<br>C) Complete eradication of tuberculosis worldwide<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Polio\/Onchocerciasis elimination mention for Niger (example from global health items in March roundups)<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>March roundups included items such as Niger eliminating onchocerciasis; such entries appear in monthly compendiums.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which kind of major infrastructure upgrade did Karnataka consider to support data centers?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) New airports only<br>B) Upgrading transmission to 765 kV (UHV)<br>C) New seaport construction only<br>D) Damming projects only<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Upgrading transmission to 765 kV (UHV)<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Karnataka planned to upgrade power transmission capability to 765 kV to support the power-intensive needs of data centres. <a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/city\/bengaluru\/karnataka-to-upgrade-power-transmission-to-765-kv-for-aiding-data-centres\/articleshow\/124585619.cms?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian island\/state was in international interest in March 2025 because of cultural\/environmental news (example question style for GK)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Majuli (Assam river island)<br>B) Lakshadweep only<br>C) Andaman only<br>D) Diu only<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Majuli (Assam river island)<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Majuli, the Brahmaputra river island in Assam, is often in news for environmental\/cultural issues; referenced in March compilations. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which global event\u2014humanitarian\/rights\u2014remained a persistent March 2025 topic (reported by NGOs and UN)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Libya humanitarian flights and Syrian refugee movements<br>B) Antarctic ozone depletion only<br>C) North Korea sanctions only<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Libya\/Syria humanitarian flights and refugee crises (examples in global briefs)<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Global briefs covered humanitarian flights and refugee issues in March 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which of the following was an item in March 2025 India current-affairs: a major surgical\/medical development?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) A new malaria vaccine rollout nationwide<br>B) Thalassemia awareness &amp; screening topics featured in compendiums<br>C) Full eradication of polio in India<br>D) Major biotech IPO only<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Thalassemia awareness &amp; screening topics featured in compendiums<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Thalassemia (a hereditary blood disorder) was among health items mentioned in monthly quiz materials. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian institution\u2019s initiative to develop biopesticides was highlighted in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) IIT Bombay alone<br>B) CSIR-IIIM with HAPICO Industries<br>C) ISRO with agricultural wing<br>D) Ministry of Defence only<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) CSIR-IIIM with HAPICO Industries<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>CSIR-IIIM signed an MoU with HAPICO on March 20, 2025 for biopesticide R&amp;D. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which bank or finance index recognition was mentioned in March 2025 summaries for reforms?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) EASE 6.0 index \u2014 top improvers list (example: Punjab &amp; Sind Bank)<br>B) Basel III compliance only<br>C) RBI new note circulation only<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) EASE 6.0 index \u2014 top improvers list (e.g., Punjab &amp; Sind Bank)<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Compilations mentioned top improvers in EASE 6.0 reforms like Punjab &amp; Sind Bank. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which sea-region nuclear plant issue or Ukraine event was present in March 2025 global briefs?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant updates<br>B) Fukushima new eruption<br>C) Chernobyl reactivation<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant updates<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Updates about the Zaporizhzhia plant and related hostilities featured in March current-events roundups. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which state in India was aiming to create 5 lakh jobs under LEAP (as per project target)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Tamil Nadu<br>B) Karnataka<br>C) Gujarat<br>D) Maharashtra<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Karnataka<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>LEAP targeted job creation (around 5 lakh jobs over its tenure) in Karnataka\u2019s policy documents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian festival, conference or dialogue was held in New Delhi in March 2025 and is a major diplomatic\/strategic event?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Raisina Dialogue<br>B) G20 Summit (held elsewhere)<br>C) BRICS Summit (elsewhere)<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Raisina Dialogue<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Raisina Dialogue 2025 was held in March in New Delhi, attracting diplomats and policy experts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which international development did March 2025 roundups report as affecting food security\/humanitarian access in Gaza?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Entry of increased humanitarian aid only<br>B) Blockade and restrictions causing aid shortages and famine warnings<br>C) Complete restoration of services immediately<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Blockade and restrictions causing aid shortages and famine warnings<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Reports in late March showed humanitarian access constraints in Gaza and famine risks when ceasefire phases changed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian state\u2019s chief ministerial pay hike triggered heated debate and protests in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Karnataka \u2014 yes (100% hike)<br>B) Goa \u2014 no<br>C) Rajasthan \u2014 no<br>D) Himachal Pradesh \u2014 no<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Karnataka \u2014 yes (100% hike)<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The salary hike in Karnataka drew controversy nationally and locally. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian organisation\u2019s weekly\/current tests were cited as sources for March 2025 MCQ compilations (useful for aspirants)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) AffairsCloud Weekly Tests<br>B) Local newspapers only<br>C) Random blogs only<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) AffairsCloud Weekly Tests<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>AffairsCloud and similar portals publish weekly\/monthly MCQ tests used by aspirants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which global survey in March 2025 registered an increase in worry about crime &amp; violence across many countries?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) World Bank survey only<br>B) Ipsos \u201cWhat Worries the World\u201d \u2014 yes<br>C) IMF global worries index<br>D) WTO report only<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Ipsos \u201cWhat Worries the World\u201d \u2014 yes<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Ipsos\u2019s March 2025 survey showed crime &amp; violence rising as concerns. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which of these Indian infrastructure projects was NOT listed in Karnataka\u2019s March 2025 bulletin?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) 41-km double decker metro (Karnataka DID list) \u2014 was listed<br>B) 110-km proposed corridor (Karnataka DID list) \u2014 was listed<br>C) New oil refinery in Bengaluru \u2014 unlikely in that bulletin<br>D) 40-km twin tunnel \u2014 was listed<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> C) New oil refinery in Bengaluru<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The March bulletin listed major metro\/tunnel projects; a new oil refinery in Bengaluru was not among the items.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which state\u2019s bird\/wetland sanctuary was among the Ramsar additions in March 2025 (Sakkarakottai)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Tamil Nadu<br>B) Sikkim<br>C) Jharkhand<br>D) Kerala<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Tamil Nadu (Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary)<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu was added to the Ramsar list in March 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which of the following is true about the SPHEREx mission mentioned in March 2025 coverage?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) It is a NASA astrophysics mission to map the sky in near-IR to study inflation and galaxy formation<br>B) It is an ESA terrestrial observation mission only<br>C) It is an ISRO lunar orbiter<br>D) It is a private satellite constellation for broadband<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) It is a NASA astrophysics mission to map the sky in near-IR to study inflation and galaxy formation<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>SPHEREx is a NASA astrophysics mission with the stated objectives noted in mission briefs covered during March 2025 reporting. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian state\u2019s current-affairs compilation in March 2025 included the launch of LEAP to promote jobs outside the capital?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A) Karnataka<br>B) Uttar Pradesh<br>C) Maharashtra<br>D) Gujarat<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Karnataka<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>LEAP was launched by Karnataka to foster regional economic clusters and jobs. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which of these environmental additions increased India\u2019s Ramsar sites count in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Addition of Khecheopalri Wetland (Sikkim) among others<br>B) De-listing of all previous Ramsar sites<br>C) No changes at all<br>D) Only foreign wetlands added to India\u2019s list<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Addition of Khecheopalri Wetland (Sikkim) among others<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Khecheopalri Wetland (Sikkim) and others were added in March 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian sports league\u2019s news (IML) was included in March current affairs PDFs used by aspirants?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Inaugural IML title \u2014 India Masters won<br>B) IPL final only<br>C) ISL final only<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Inaugural IML title \u2014 India Masters won<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The IML inaugural season was covered in monthly compilations. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which of the following was an important diplomatic event \/ visit in India in late March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) US trade officials visiting for bilateral talks<br>B) Opening of a new embassy only<br>C) UN General Assembly meeting in New Delhi<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) US trade officials visiting for bilateral talks<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>U.S. trade delegations visited India for trade talks in March 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which of the following issues was NOT part of March 2025 global briefs (based on current-affairs roundups)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Myanmar earthquake \u2014 included<br>B) Gaza humanitarian crisis \u2014 included<br>C) A major Martian colony founding \u2014 not included<br>D) Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant updates \u2014 included<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> C) A major Martian colony founding \u2014 not included<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>There was no report of a Martian colony founding in March 2025 roundups. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian institution\u2019s R&amp;D MoU around biopesticides could be important for agriculture and allied sectors?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) CSIR-IIIM and HAPICO Industries \u2014 yes<br>B) ISRO and HAPICO only \u2014 no<br>C) DRDO and HAPICO only \u2014 no<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) CSIR-IIIM and HAPICO Industries \u2014 yes<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>The MoU focused on biopesticide research and potential agriculture applications. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian month\u2019s current-affairs PDFs are most commonly used by aspirants for monthly revision?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Only January and February<br>B) All months (incl. March) \u2014 Testbook, GKToday, AffairsCloud provide monthly PDFs<br>C) Only annual compendiums \u2014 no monthly PDFs<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) All months (incl. March) \u2014 Testbook, GKToday, AffairsCloud provide monthly PDFs<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Aspirants rely on monthly compiled PDFs for months including March 2025. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which international humanitarian concern was amplified when the Gaza ceasefire\u2019s first phase ended in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Supply chain issues in Europe only<br>B) Humanitarian access and famine warnings in Gaza<br>C) Extreme temperatures in Australia only<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Humanitarian access and famine warnings in Gaza<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Ending of take-turn ceasefire phases led to concerns about aid blockades and famine risk in Gaza. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian central bank or financial regulatory event was highlighted in March 2025 practice PDFs (e.g., appointments)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Reappointment of an MD &amp; CEO (IDBI) \u2014 yes<br>B) New RBI governor appointment \u2014 no major March 2025 event listed in those PDFs<br>C) Full nationalization of all banks \u2014 no<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Reappointment of an MD &amp; CEO (IDBI) \u2014 yes (Rakesh Sharma)<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The IDBI MD &amp; CEO reappointment was included in monthly compendiums. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which of the following topics is commonly included in Indian monthly current-affairs compendiums like March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) National appointments and reappointments (banking, civil service)<br>B) Climate\/environmental site additions (Ramsar)<br>C) Natural disasters (earthquakes) and humanitarian responses<br>D) All of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> D) All of the above<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Monthly kits contain appointments, environment, disaster, and policy matters. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which state-level scheme was intended to decentralize economic growth and was launched in March 2025 in Karnataka?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) LEAP (Local Economy Accelerator Programme) \u2014 yes<br>B) AMRUT 3.0 only \u2014 no<br>C) Smart Cities only \u2014 no<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) LEAP (Local Economy Accelerator Programme) \u2014 yes<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>LEAP aims to promote clusters and jobs beyond Bengaluru. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which global report or index\u2019s March 2025 release highlighted public worries worldwide?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Ipsos \u201cWhat Worries the World\u201d \u2014 yes (crime &amp; violence rose)<br>B) WHO global pandemic alert only \u2014 no<br>C) IMF growth outlook only \u2014 no<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Ipsos \u201cWhat Worries the World\u201d \u2014 yes<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Ipsos\u2019s March release was cited in international roundups. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which of the following is true about the IDBI MD &amp; CEO reappointment (March 2025)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Rakesh Sharma reappointed for a three-year term<br>B) New CEO appointed from outside India only<br>C) No appointment happened in March 2025<br>D) Appointment for a one-year interim only<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Rakesh Sharma reappointed for a three-year term<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Rakesh Sharma\u2019s reappointment details were covered in monthly lists.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which disaster management topic was prominent in March 2025 exams\u2019 practice questions?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Earthquake impacts in Myanmar and Thailand (late March) \u2014 yes<br>B) Tsunami in Mediterranean \u2014 no<br>C) Volcanic eruptions in Scandinavia \u2014 no<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Earthquake impacts in Myanmar and Thailand (late March) \u2014 yes<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Myanmar-Thailand earthquake was a major March 2025 awareness item. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which important city hosted major film festival events (BIFFES) in March 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Mumbai only<br>B) Bengaluru (BIFFES) \u2014 yes<br>C) Jaipur only<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Bengaluru (BIFFES) \u2014 yes<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>BIFFES in Bengaluru was noted in March 2025 entertainment news.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which international current-affairs topic was repeatedly present in March 2025 general summaries?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Gaza ceasefire and humanitarian access<br>B) Launch of the first Mars colony \u2014 no<br>C) Cessation of all world trade \u2014 no<br>D) Global TV blackouts \u2014 no<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Gaza ceasefire and humanitarian access<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Gaza war\/ceasefire and humanitarian issues were recurring March 2025 items.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which Indian state\u2019s budget or project announcements in March 2025 included multi-deck metro proposals?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Karnataka \u2014 yes (double-deck metro plan was mentioned)<br>B) Goa only \u2014 no<br>C) Punjab only \u2014 no<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Karnataka \u2014 yes<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Karnataka\u2019s March bulletin referred to urban infrastructure plans including double-deck metro proposals. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which area of tech investment prompted Karnataka to consider upgrading its transmission network to ultra-high voltage (765 kV)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Renewable subsidies only<br>B) Large-scale data centres and AI infrastructure demand<br>C) Textile industrial electrification only<br>D) Agricultural electrification only<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Large-scale data centres and AI infrastructure demand<br><strong>Explanation: <\/strong>Power demand from big data centres (AI-scale) motivated the plan for UHV transmission to 765 kV. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which resource do aspirants commonly use for MCQ practice that had a March 2025 PDF: \u201cCURRENT AFFAIRS \u2014 MARCH 2025\u201d?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Oswaal\/arena commerce PDF (example) \u2014 yes (common practice PDF)<br>B) Only printed newspapers \u2014 no<br>C) Random social media only \u2014 no<br>D) None of the above<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A) Oswaal\/arena commerce PDF (example) \u2014 yes<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Compilations by publishers like Oswaal appear as PDFs used by aspirants (March 2025 versions exist). <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">Which of the following is a correct strategy when using monthly MCQ PDFs (like March 2025) for government exam prep?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A) Memorize questions without verifying sources \u2014 not recommended<br>B) Cross-check items with official news sources and PIB \/ DIPR \/ reputed outlets \u2014 recommended<br>C) Ignore environment and science sections \u2014 not recommended<br>D) Only focus on entertainment news \u2014 not recommended<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B) Cross-check items with official news sources and PIB \/ DIPR \/ reputed outlets \u2014 recommended<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Best practice for aspirants: verify facts with primary\/reputable sources (PIB, DIPR, reputable news) rather than relying 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