Banking Awareness PYQs

In July 2024, Keir Starmer led the Labour Party to a landslide victory in the general election, ending 14 years of Conservative rule. Following this historic win, he assumed office as the new Prime Minister. Keir Starmer became the new Prime Minister of which country following Labour's landslide election victory?

Under India’s Gold Monetisation Scheme (GMS), Short-Term Bank Deposits (STBD) allow gold holders to earn interest by depositing with banks, with Medium and Long-Term options discontinued for new deposits since March 2025. What is the maximum duration for a short-term bank deposit in India, like the option of the Gold Monetisation Scheme (GMS)?

Recent GST Council reforms in September 2025 rationalised slabs to simplify compliance and boost revenue, maintaining 18% rate for key industrial inputs amid rate rationalisation debates. As of the recent GST reforms in September 2025, which of the following goods covered under 18% GST slab?

The Unique Disability ID (UDID) card serves as a lifetime identity document for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in India, facilitating access to government schemes, benefits, and reservations. It is issued by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. How many digits/characters does a UDID card contain?

The Sultan of Johor Cup is an annual international invitational tournament hosted in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, featuring under-21 men's teams from top nations. India recently defeated the host nation Malaysia 2-1 to reach the final against Australia. The Sultan of Johor Cup is related to a tournament belonging to which sport?

The Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025 is a national innovation challenge launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs to develop cutting-edge solutions for urban infrastructure transformation. The event aims to engage young innovators for India's development vision by 2047. Who has been named the brand ambassador for the Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025?

The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) has established a landmark facility for testing advanced vehicle technologies critical to India's automotive future. ARAI's recent inauguration marks India's first dedicated facility for testing Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) under real Indian road conditions. This 20-acre 'ADAS Test City' replicates urban traffic scenarios. In which city is India's first ADAS Test City being established by ARAI?

Digital life certificate for pensioners streamlines the verification process through biometric authentication via Aadhaar, eliminating physical document submission. It enables pensioners to generate certificates from home using mobile apps or doorstep services. Digital life certificate for pensioners, for digitizing the process of securing life certificates and making it easier for them, is also known as?

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has streamlined claim settlements through digital processes, enhancing member convenience. As part of its modernization drive, EPFO enhanced the auto-settlement threshold for advance claims. The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has increased the auto-settlement limit for advance claims from Rs 1 lakh to how much?

World Solidarity Day, also known as International Human Solidarity Day, promotes unity in diversity and cooperation to address global challenges like poverty and inequality. On which date is World Solidarity Day, also known as International Human Solidarity Day, celebrated to promote unity, cooperation and the importance of solidarity in addressing global challenges?

Which Indian bank became the first major bank in the country to join the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF)?

In October 2025, the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries' (UNTCC) Chiefs' Conclave was convened to discuss global peacekeeping priorities and strengthening multinational coordination. In which city was this high-level international conclave held?

Pochampalli, renowned for its distinctive Ikat handloom textiles and celebrated for receiving the Geographical Indication (GI) Tag for its craftsmanship, holds a significant place in India’s cultural heritage. In which Indian state is this famous weaving town located?

The Arattai app, developed as a secure and user-friendly instant messaging and calling platform offering an Indian alternative in the digital communication space, has gained notable attention in recent years. This innovative application belongs to which company?

In the history of international football, several legendary players have set remarkable records through their exceptional goal-scoring performances on the global stage. Among the following names, who has scored the maximum number of goals in international football?

SCORES, the dedicated online grievance redressal platform created to empower investors by enabling them to lodge complaints against listed companies and market intermediaries, plays a key role in financial market transparency. This important digital mechanism was established by which organisation?

In the abbreviation NHIS, in the context of the upcoming national survey to be launched by MoSPI in February 2026, what does the letter “H” stand for?

The Omkareshwar Floating Solar Project, recognized as one of India’s major renewable energy initiatives aimed at enhancing clean power generation through large-scale floating solar technology, has gained national attention. In which part of India is this significant floating solar power project located?

Which organisation initiated the Self Help Group–Bank Linkage Programme (SHG-BLP) as a pilot project in 1992–93 to connect poor households with formal financial institutions?

Which of the following leaders is the second-longest serving Prime Minister of India by overall cumulative tenure?