Current affairs and static general knowledge — history, geography, polity, economy, science, sports, awards, books, and important days as asked in the general awareness section.
Which individual received the Padma Shri in 2025 for their contributions to the upliftment of the Musahar community?
Sunita Williams
Bhim Singh Bhavesh
Nirmala Devi
Arundhati Bhattacharya
Correct answer
Sunita Williams
Which scientist, recognized for spearheading India’s cryogenic engine development, passed away in April 2025?
M. G. S. Narayanan
K. Kasturirangan
A. S. Kiran Kumar
K. Radhakrishnan
Correct answer
M. G. S. Narayanan
Rahul Gandhi was recognized as the Leader of the Opposition (LoP). This post was vacant for 10 years (2014-2024) because no opposition party had?
10% of the total seats
20% of the total seats
50% of the total seats
A leader from a national party
Correct answer
10% of the total seats
Mohan Charan Majhi became the first-ever BJP Chief Minister of Odisha in 2024. Whose 24-year-long tenure as CM did he end?
Mamata Banerjee
Naveen Patnaik
Jagan Mohan Reddy
Ashok Gehlot
Correct answer
Mamata Banerjee
Which festival in Tamil Nadu celebrates womanhood and involves swinging on decorated swings under mango trees?
Pongal
Karthigai Deepam
Thiruvathirai
Manjal Neerattu Vizha
Correct answer
Pongal
In which state is the ‘Myoko’ festival, based on rotating village responsibility for rituals, celebrated?
Nagaland
Arunachal Pradesh
Mizoram
Meghalaya
Correct answer
Nagaland
During a high-level diplomatic visit in February 2025, which dignitary holding the title of ‘Amir’ was received in India by the Prime Minister?
Amir of Bahrain
Amir of Kuwait
Amir of Qatar
Amir of Oman
Correct answer
Amir of Bahrain
Under the ‘Cyber Crime Prevention against Women and Children (CCPWC)’ Scheme, cyber forensic-cum-training laboratories had been commissioned in how many States/UTs as of March 2025?
20
25
30
33
Correct answer
20
As per the March 2025 update, which State had NOT established a Cyber Forensic-cum-Training Laboratory under the ‘Cyber Crime Prevention against Women and Children (CCPWC)’ Scheme?
Kerala
Rajasthan
Tamil Nadu
Haryana
Correct answer
Kerala
The headquarters of the 'International Solar Alliance' (ISA), an initiative led by India, is located in which city?
New Delhi
Mumbai
Gurugram
Bengaluru
Correct answer
New Delhi
Which Rajput palace is renowned for its “mirror hall” called Sheesh Mahal, displaying intricate mirror mosaics throughout the hall?
Amer Fort
Mehrangarh Fort
Udaipur City Palace
Chittorgarh
Correct answer
Amer Fort
'Ratlam Riyawan Lahsun' (Garlic), which recently received a GI tag, is from which state?
Gujarat
Rajasthan
Madhya Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh
Correct answer
Gujarat
'Lakadong Turmeric', a variety known for its high curcumin content, received a GI tag. It belongs to which state?
Meghalaya
Sikkim
Assam
Nagaland
Correct answer
Meghalaya
Who established the Ramakrishna Mission to promote spiritual upliftment, education, and service inspired by the teachings of Sri Ramakrishna, emphasizing humanitarian and educational work across India?
Ramakrishna Paramahamsa
Vivekananda
Dayananda Saraswati
Raja Rammohan Roy
Correct answer
Ramakrishna Paramahamsa
Gulamgiri, a critical work on caste oppression and social justice, was authored by which social reformer advocating equality and the upliftment of marginalized communities?
Jyotiba Phule
B.R. Ambedkar
Gopal Baba Walangkar
Periyar
Correct answer
Jyotiba Phule
How many schedules were originally included in the Indian Constitution at the time of its adoption, before later amendments increased their total number?
6
7
8
9
Correct answer
6
Which Sultan famously shifted his capital from Delhi to 'Daulatabad' (Devagiri) in the Deccan?
Alauddin Khalji
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
Firoz Shah Tughlaq
Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
Correct answer
Alauddin Khalji
Which Article outlines the Governor’s discretionary powers, specifying circumstances where the Governor may act independently without the advice of the Council of Ministers?
Article 153
Article 154
Article 163
Article 167
Correct answer
Article 153
Who served as the first Indian Governor-General of independent India, leading the transition from British colonial administration to Indian sovereignty?
C. Rajagopalachari
S. Radhakrishnan
Rajendra Prasad
Vallabhbhai Patel
Correct answer
C. Rajagopalachari
Ibn Battuta's book of travels, which describes his journey to India, is titled?
Kitab-ul-Hind
Shahnameh
Rihla
Tarikh-i-Hind
Correct answer
Kitab-ul-Hind
Solving previous year questions by topic helps identify recurring concepts, question patterns, and frequently asked sub-topics. Attempt each question, review the step-by-step explanation, and note down key formulas or facts for quick revision before the exam.