Current affairs and static general knowledge — history, geography, polity, economy, science, sports, awards, books, and important days as asked in the general awareness section.
The act first introduced "federal court" in India:
Cabinet Mission Plan
Government of India Act, 1935
Morley-Minto Reforms
Govt of India Act, 1919
Correct answer
Cabinet Mission Plan
Which biomechanical principle is MOST critical for maximizing javelin release distance?
High shoulder mobility
Optimal angle of release combined with high release velocity
Wide grip on the javelin
Maximizing run-up speed alone
Correct answer
High shoulder mobility
Under the Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MCGS–MSME), which organisation has been designated to provide a 60% guarantee cover on eligible loans?
SIDBI (Small Industries Development Bank of India)
NABARD (National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development)
NCGTC (National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company Ltd.)
IFCI (Industrial Finance Corporation of India)
Correct answer
SIDBI (Small Industries Development Bank of India)
In February 2025, the Government approved the implementation of the transportation component of the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) for which crop?
Onion
Potato
Tomato
Garlic
Correct answer
Onion
The PM Internship Scheme (PMIS) Mela held in February 2025 was organized by which Ministry?
Ministry of Labour & Employment
Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship
Ministry of Education
Correct answer
Ministry of Labour & Employment
Kazuo Ishiguro is a Nobel Laureate whose novels explore memory, identity, and humanity. Which of the following works is authored by him?
The Handmaid's Tale
Never Let Me Go
Atonement
The Secret History
Correct answer
The Handmaid's Tale
The White Tiger, a satirical critique of modern Indian society and economic inequality, won the Man Booker Prize in 2008. Who is the author of this novel?
Aravind Adiga
Chetan Bhagat
Ruskin Bond
Vikram Chandra
Correct answer
Aravind Adiga
Which international organization releases the Global Social Mobility Index that ranks countries based on equality of opportunity, access to education, healthcare, fair wages, and social advancement for their citizens?
UNDP
World Economic Forum
World Bank
OECD
Correct answer
UNDP
The Teesta River, which saw a major flash flood in 2023, primarily flows through which two Indian states?
Sikkim and West Bengal
Assam and Arunachal Pradesh
Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh
Bihar and West Bengal
Correct answer
Sikkim and West Bengal
Pradhan Mantri Virasat Ka Samvardhan (PM VIKAS) was launched by converging how many earlier minority welfare schemes?
Three
Four
Five
Six
Correct answer
Three
Charminar in Hyderabad incorporates which combination of architectural influences in its arches, minarets, and stucco decoration?
Rajput and Maratha
Persian, Hindu, and Islamic
Dravidian and Vijayanagara
French Colonial
Correct answer
Rajput and Maratha
Which Rajput palace is popularly known as the “Palace of Winds,” featuring numerous jharokhas for ventilation?
Hawa Mahal
Amer Fort
Mehrangarh
Chittorgarh
Correct answer
Hawa Mahal
The first-ever World Athletics Championships javelin event (men) took place in 1983 in:
Tokyo
Helsinki
Rome
Athens
Correct answer
Tokyo
The first-ever Youth Olympic Games were held in 2010 in:
Athens, Greece
Singapore
Sydney, Australia
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Correct answer
Athens, Greece
Which of the following social reformers, born on December 26, 1914, in Hinganghat, Maharashtra, is best known for his work with leprosy patients and his contributions to social welfare?
Baba Amte
Medha Patkar
Kailash Satyarthi
Anna Hazare
Correct answer
Baba Amte
Who composed the famous Tamil epic Cilappatikaram, one of the Five Great Epics of Tamil literature, narrating the story of love, honor, and justice?
Ilango Adigal
Thiruvallur
Kambar
Bharathidasan
Correct answer
Ilango Adigal
Dr. Tessy Thomas, known for leading India's missile programs including Agni-IV and Agni-V, is popularly referred to as:
Missile Woman of India
Rocket Lady
Lady of the Light
Iron Lady of DRDO
Correct answer
Missile Woman of India
Who was the first Indian to win the Pritzker Architecture Prize, recognized globally for contributions to architecture and urban design?
B.V. Doshi
Charles Correa
Raj Rewal
Laurie Baker
Correct answer
B.V. Doshi
Which Constitutional Amendment reduced the voting age for Indian citizens from 21 years to 18 years for elections to all democratic bodies?
42nd
44th
52nd
61st
Correct answer
42nd
The 'Peacock Throne' (Takht-i-Taus), a famous jeweled throne, was commissioned by which Mughal emperor?
Akbar
Jahangir
Shah Jahan
Aurangzeb
Correct answer
Akbar
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.