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Banking Awareness PYQs

Banking and financial awareness — RBI and monetary policy, banking institutions, financial markets, government schemes, and current economic affairs.

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IBPS Clerk Mains Memory Based Paper (Held On: 29 November 2025) (Previous Year Paper)·General/ Financial Awareness
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Question 21

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The English book, translated from Kannada and authored by Banu Mushtaq, presents a compelling collection of short stories that vividly portray the diverse struggles and experiences of women in Karnataka. What is the name of this impactful literary work?

  1. AOption (a)

    Burning Hearts

  2. BOption (b)

    Silent Courtyards

  3. COption (c)

    Heart Lamp: Selected Stories

  4. DOption (d)

    Voices from the South

  5. EOption (e)

    Lamp of Hope

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Answer: (a)A.

Burning Hearts

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Question 22

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What was India's rank in the medal tally at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025 held in New Delhi?

  1. AOption (a)

    5th

  2. BOption (b)

    7th

  3. COption (c)

    8th

  4. DOption (d)

    10th

  5. EOption (e)

    12th

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Answer: (a)A.

5th

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Question 23

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In early October 2025, the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) completed the world's highest motorable road under Project Himank, surpassing Umling La and setting a new Guinness World Record. Where is the world's highest motorable road, constructed by Project Himank of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), located?

  1. AOption (a)

    Chang La Pass

  2. BOption (b)

    Khardung La Pass

  3. COption (c)

    Mig La Pass

  4. DOption (d)

    Umling La Pass

  5. EOption (e)

    Rohtang Pass

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Answer: (a)A.

Chang La Pass

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Question 24

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In 2025, India’s Special Economic Zones (SEZs) continue to drive exports, FDI, and employment through incentives like tax exemptions and single-window clearances under the SEZ Act, 2005. Which Indian state has the highest number of operational special economic zones (SEZs) in 2025, with 51 SEZs?

  1. AOption (a)

    Maharashtra

  2. BOption (b)

    Telangana

  3. COption (c)

    Tamil Nadu

  4. DOption (d)

    Karnataka

  5. EOption (e)

    Gujarat

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Answer: (a)A.

Maharashtra

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Question 25

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Launched in 2015, Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY) provides renewable life insurance cover of Rs. 2 lakh annually for just Rs. 436 premium. Age limit for enrollment in the Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY) is from 18 to _____?

  1. AOption (a)

    55 years

  2. BOption (b)

    50 years

  3. COption (c)

    60 years

  4. DOption (d)

    65 years

  5. EOption (e)

    70 years

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Answer: (a)A.

55 years

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Question 26

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Scheduled for early 2026, assembly elections in several states will shape regional politics amid key issues like development and governance. These polls cover full-term and union territory elections post-2021 cycles. Which of the following states will have assembly elections in 2026?

  1. AOption (a)

    Assam

  2. BOption (b)

    Tamil Nadu

  3. COption (c)

    West Bengal

  4. DOption (d)

    Puducherry

  5. EOption (e)

    All of the above

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Answer: (a)A.

Assam

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Question 27

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Established to mobilize household savings into capital markets, India's mutual fund industry began with a public sector unit in 1963. Which was the first mutual fund established in India in 1963 to encourage savings and investment?

  1. AOption (a)

    SBI Mutual Fund

  2. BOption (b)

    Unit Trust of India

  3. COption (c)

    LIC Mutual Fund

  4. DOption (d)

    Canara Robeco

  5. EOption (e)

    Kotak Mahindra MF

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Answer: (a)A.

SBI Mutual Fund

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Question 28

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India's atomic energy program began with research reactors before commercial power generation. The first grid-connected station marked entry into nuclear electricity production for self-reliance. Which was the first commercial nuclear power station built in India in 1969?

  1. AOption (a)

    Narora Atomic Power Station

  2. BOption (b)

    Kakrapar Atomic Power Station

  3. COption (c)

    Tarapur Atomic Power Station

  4. DOption (d)

    Kaiga Generating Station

  5. EOption (e)

    Madras Atomic Power Station

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Answer: (a)A.

Narora Atomic Power Station

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Question 29

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Nirmala Sitharaman serves as a key member of the Union Cabinet under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, holding multiple portfolios critical to India's economic management and policy formulation. In addition to her primary responsibility, she oversees another significant ministry. Which ministry does Nirmala Sitharaman currently govern in the Government of India, along with the Ministry of Finance?

  1. AOption (a)

    Ministry of Commerce and Industry

  2. BOption (b)

    Ministry of Corporate Affairs

  3. COption (c)

    Ministry of External Affairs

  4. DOption (d)

    Ministry of Home Affairs

  5. EOption (e)

    Ministry of Labour and Employment

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Answer: (a)A.

Ministry of Commerce and Industry

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Question 30

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India was recently elected unopposed to the United Nations Human Rights Council for the 2027-2028 term, marking its seventh tenure since inception. For how long will India serve on the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) during its tenure?

  1. AOption (a)

    2 years

  2. BOption (b)

    3 years

  3. COption (c)

    4 years

  4. DOption (d)

    5 years

  5. EOption (e)

    6 years

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Answer: (a)A.

2 years

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Question 31

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Betla National Park is renowned for its rich biodiversity, particularly as a tiger reserve and elephant habitat in the Latehar and Palamu districts. It holds the distinction of being the sole national park within its state boundaries. Betla National Park, the only national park in its state, is located in which Indian state?

  1. AOption (a)

    Odisha

  2. BOption (b)

    Chhattisgarh

  3. COption (c)

    Madhya Pradesh

  4. DOption (d)

    Jharkhand

  5. EOption (e)

    Bihar

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Answer: (a)A.

Odisha

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Question 32

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The IUCN World Conservation Congress serves as the premier global forum for biodiversity conservation, bringing together governments, NGOs, scientists, and indigenous leaders every few years. IUCN World Conservation Congress is held at an interval of how many years?

  1. AOption (a)

    5 years

  2. BOption (b)

    2 years

  3. COption (c)

    3 years

  4. DOption (d)

    4 years

  5. EOption (e)

    6 years

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Answer: (a)A.

5 years

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Question 33

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The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) compulsorily delisted several companies from stock exchanges for regulatory violations, including non-submission of financials and fraudulent practices. Which company was delisted from the exchange by SEBI?

  1. AOption (a)

    Zee Learn Ltd

  2. BOption (b)

    Reliance Power

  3. COption (c)

    GMR Airports Infrastructure

  4. DOption (d)

    Adani Green Energy

  5. EOption (e)

    Yes Bank

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Answer: (a)A.

Zee Learn Ltd

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Question 34

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Wildlife Week 2025 (October 2-8) marked significant conservation milestones with multiple national projects launched to protect India's flagship species. In Wildlife Week 2025, during which of the following national projects on conservation were launched?

  1. AOption (a)

    Project Gharial

  2. BOption (b)

    Tigers Outside Tiger Reserve Initiative

  3. COption (c)

    Project Sloth Bear

  4. DOption (d)

    Dolphins

  5. EOption (e)

    All of the above

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Answer: (a)A.

Project Gharial

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Question 35

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Producer Organisations (POs) empower small producers through collective bargaining, market access, and value addition under the Companies Act 2013. A Producer Organisation (PO) is a legal entity formed by primary producers. Who are they classified as primary producers?

  1. AOption (a)

    Farmers

  2. BOption (b)

    Craftsmen

  3. COption (c)

    Fishermen

  4. DOption (d)

    Weavers

  5. EOption (e)

    All of the above

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Answer: (a)A.

Farmers

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Question 36

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The National Security Guard (NSG) was raised as a federal counter-terrorism force following Operation Blue Star and the assassination of Indira Gandhi. The National Security Guard (NSG) was formally established on which year?

  1. AOption (a)

    1984

  2. BOption (b)

    1985

  3. COption (c)

    1986

  4. DOption (d)

    1987

  5. EOption (e)

    1988

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Answer: (a)A.

1984

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Question 37

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The National Pension System (NPS), initially launched for government employees, was opened to all Indian citizens to promote long-term retirement savings and financial security. When was the National Pension System (NPS) extended to all citizens in India?

  1. AOption (a)

    2004

  2. BOption (b)

    2009

  3. COption (c)

    2011

  4. DOption (d)

    2015

  5. EOption (e)

    2020

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Answer: (a)A.

2004

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Question 38

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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) maintains strategic subsidiaries to support commercial space activities, technology transfer, and international collaborations. Which of the following organisations is a subsidiary owned by ISRO?

  1. AOption (a)

    Antrix Corporation

  2. BOption (b)

    New Space India Limited

  3. COption (c)

    Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre

  4. DOption (d)

    Skyroot Aerospace

  5. EOption (e)

    Agnikul Cosmos

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Answer: (a)A.

Antrix Corporation

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Question 39

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Financial inclusion schemes in India aim to provide affordable banking, credit, insurance, and pension services to underserved populations, particularly in rural and unbanked areas. Which of the following is not included under Financial Inclusion Schemes?

  1. AOption (a)

    PM Mudra Yojana

  2. BOption (b)

    Standup India

  3. COption (c)

    PM Jan Dhan Yojana

  4. DOption (d)

    Atal Pension Yojana

  5. EOption (e)

    Make in India

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Answer: (a)A.

PM Mudra Yojana

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Question 40

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The International Space Station (ISS) represents unprecedented international cooperation in space exploration, serving as a microgravity laboratory orbiting Earth at 28,000 km/h. The First piece of the International Space Station was launched in which year?

  1. AOption (a)

    2000

  2. BOption (b)

    1996

  3. COption (c)

    1997

  4. DOption (d)

    1998

  5. EOption (e)

    1999

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Answer: (a)A.

2000

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