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1. Consider the following statements regarding World Health Day 2025:

1. World Health Day is celebrated annually on April 7th.
2. The theme is "Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures".
Which of the above statement/s is/are correct?
A. Only 1
B. Only 2
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: C

7 April World Health Day

▪ World Health Day 2025, will kick off a year-long campaign on maternal and newborn health
▪ The campaign, titled Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures.
▪ The date of 7 April marks the anniversary of the founding of WHO in 1948.
▪ The First World Health Assembly decided to celebrate World Health Day on April 7th, with effect from 1950.

Date Day Theme

6th April International Day of Sports For 2025 Theme: Leveling the Playing
Development And Peace Field: Sport for Social Inclusion

5th April Samata Diwas

10th April World Homeopathy Day 2025 Theme:

‘अध्ययन, अध्यापन एवं अनुसंधान’,

11th April 11 National Safe Motherhood Day

11th April World Parkinson's Day

2. The Madhavpur Ghed Fair is celebrated in which Indian state?

A. Rajasthan
B. Gujarat
C. Madhya Pradesh
D. Maharashtra
Answer: B

Madhavpur Ghed fair to begin in Gujarat

▪ The five-day Madhavpur Ghed fair began at Madhavpur in the Porbandar district of Gujarat.
▪ The fair celebrates the wedding of Lord Krishna with Rukmini as per the Hindu mythology.
▪ Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the fair in the presence of Union Minister Mansukh
Mandaviya.
▪ The festival commenced on Ram Navami and will continue for 5 days
▪ The Madhavpur Mela of Gujarat shares its connect to the Mishmi Tribe of Arunachal Pradesh.
▪ The Mishmi Tribe traces its ancestry to the legendary King Bhishmak and through him to his daughter
Rukmini and Lord Krishna.
▪ The fair will also witness participation from Gujarat and eight north-eastern states — Arunachal Pradesh,
Assam, Manipur, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Sikkim, Tripura and Nagaland.

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3. Which mainland town in Tamil Nadu is connected to Rameswaram

via the newly inaugurated Pamban Bridge?
A. Mandapam
B. Dhanushkodi
C. Kanyakumari
D. Puducherry
Answer: A

PM Modi Inaugurates Sea Bridge in Tamil Nadu, Unveils ₹8,300 Cr Projects on Ram Navami
▪ Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new Pamban Bridge, India’s first vertical lift railway sea
bridge, in Tamil Nadu
▪ Development works worth over Rs. 8300 crore also inaugurated
▪ Modi also flagged off a new train – Rameshwaram-Tambaram Express – that will run between Chennai and
Rameshwaram daily using the new bridge.

About New Pamban Bridge

▪ It is India’s first vertical-lift railway sea bridge.
▪ It connects Rameswaram on Pamban Island to Mandapam on the mainland in Tamil Nadu.
▪ The total length of the bridge is 2.078 km ( cost - ₹550 crore )
▪ It will replace the iconic Pamban Bridge, India's first sea bridge, which opened in 1914.
▪ The new bridge built by Rail Vikas Nigam Limited.

Advanced Lift Mechanism

• Features a 72.5-metre navigational span that lifts up to 17 metres to allow ships to pass.
• Offers 22 metres of clearance above sea level (vs. 1.5 metres on the old bridge).
• Substructure is future-ready — capable of supporting two rail tracks.
Speedy Crossings, Minimal Delays
• Trains can now cross the bridge in under 5 minutes, at speeds up to 75 kmph.
• The old bridge allowed a maximum speed of just 10 kmph, taking 25–30 minutes to cross.

4. Which institute developed the "Freshness Keeper" technology for the floriculture sector?
A. Indian Institute of Horticultural Research
B. CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI)
C. National Institute of Plant Health Management
D. Indian Institute of Food Processing Technology
Answer: B

CSIR-CFTRI develops technology that extends freshness of cut flowers

▪ Mysuru-based CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI) has developed a technology,
which is aimed at supporting the floriculture sector under the CSIR’s Floriculture Mission.
▪ “Freshness Keeper” is a paper-based technology that helps increase the freshness of cut flowers
▪ The “Freshness Keeper” technology has now been transferred to Phitons Bioengineering Pvt. Ltd.,
Bengaluru.
▪ India is the second largest producer of floriculture crops after China.

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5. Dokra, a traditional metal craft known for its use of the lost-wax casting technique, is
primarily associated with which Indian state?
A. Gujarat
B. Chhattisgarh
C. Kerala
D. Punjab
Answer: B
PM Modi meets King & Queen of Thailand
During a royal audience at Dusit Palace in Bangkok, Prime Minister Narendra
Modi gifted:
• A brass statue of the Sarnath Buddha in 'dhyan mudra'
• A brocade silk shawl from Varanasi
• to King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua and Queen
Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana of Thailand.
• Prime Minister of India gifted exquisite Indian handicrafts to the Thai
Prime Minister and her spouse:
• PM Modi gifted a Dokra Brass Peacock Boat with a Tribal Rider to PM
Shinawatra - from the tribal communities of Chhattisgarh.
• Gift to the Thai PM's Spouse: Gold-plated Tiger Motif Cufflinks with Pearls
and Embellished with Meenakari enamel work from Rajasthan and
Gujarat.

What is Meenakari?
• Meenakari,, is a traditional Indian art form of enameling, where intricate
designs are applied to metal or ceramic surfaces using vibrant, colored
enamels, originating in Persia and brought to India during the Mughal era.
• The word Meenakari is derived from Meena (heaven) and Kari (to do),
meaning “placing paradise onto an object.”

• Indian Regions Practicing Meenakari:

• Jaipur (Rajasthan): Renowned hub; known for red, green, and
white Mughal-style motifs.
• Gujarat & Lucknow: Each region reflects its distinct local style.
BIMSTEC
• About: BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and
Economic Cooperation) is a regional organization comprising 7 member states
as Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
• Origin: It was founded in 1997 with the adoption of the Bangkok Declaration.

6. Who won the Japanese Grand Prix 2025?

A. Lewis Hamilton
B. Charles Leclerc
C. Max Verstappen
D. Fernando Alonso
Answer: C

Max Verstappen wins Japanese Grand Prix 2025 for fourth straight year

7. Consider the following statements about the BODHI Initiative:

1. It stands for BIMSTEC for Organised Development of Human Resource
Infrastructure.

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2. It aims to train 300 youth annually from BIMSTEC countries in India.
3. It provides scholarships only at Nalanda University.
Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A
6th BIMSTEC Summit
▪ 6th BIMSTEC Summit held in Bangkok, Thailand
▪ The summit's theme was "BIMSTEC: Prosperous, Resilient, and
Open"
▪ Bangladesh assumes Chairmanship of BIMSTEC for next two years
▪ Chief Advisor of Bangladesh, Muhammad Yunus, accepted the
chairmanship.
▪ The Chairmanship of BIMSTEC rotates according to the alphabetical
order
▪ Prime Minister of India announced a series of India-led initiatives for regional institution building, capacity
development and youth skilling across BIMSTEC member countries.
• BODHI Initiative (Human Resource Development):
• Full form: BIMSTEC for Organised Development of Human Resource Infrastructure
• Trains 300 youth annually from BIMSTEC countries in India.
• Scholarships for students at Nalanda University and Forest Research Institute.
• Annual training for young diplomats from the region.
• BIMSTEC Centres of Excellence:
• New centres in India for:
• Disaster Management
• Sustainable Maritime Transport
• Traditional Medicine
• Agriculture Research & Farmer Training
• Digital Public Infrastructure & Fintech Integration:
• Pilot study to assess digital needs of BIMSTEC countries.
• Proposal to link India’s UPI with regional payment systems for financial inclusion.
• Economic Integration & Trade Facilitation:
• Establishment of BIMSTEC Chamber of Commerce.
• Annual BIMSTEC Business Summit to be held in India.
• Feasibility study on local currency trade among member nations.
• Regional Security & Space Cooperation:
• First-ever Home Ministers’ Meeting to be hosted by India.
• Nano-satellite programme, ground stations, and remote sensing data sharing.
• Energy & Connectivity:
• Operationalisation of BIMSTEC Energy Centre in Bengaluru.
• Push for electric grid interconnections to ensure energy security.
• Youth, Culture & Sports Diplomacy:
• BIMSTEC Young Leaders’ Summit, Hackathon, and Visitors Programme.
• Hosting BIMSTEC Athletics Meet (2025) and BIMSTEC Games (2027).
• BIMSTEC Traditional Music Festival to promote cultural ties.
• Energy & Connectivity:
• Operationalisation of BIMSTEC Energy Centre in Bengaluru.
• Push for electric grid interconnections to ensure energy security.
• Youth, Culture & Sports Diplomacy:
• BIMSTEC Young Leaders’ Summit, Hackathon, and Visitors Programme.

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• Hosting BIMSTEC Athletics Meet (2025) and BIMSTEC Games (2027).
• BIMSTEC Traditional Music Festival to promote cultural ties.

8. In which Indian state is the GP-DRASTI program being implemented?

A. Gujarat
B. Rajasthan
C. Maharashtra
D. Karnataka

Answer: A

Gujarat police’s GP-DRASTI drone program

▪ Gujarat police have employed quadcopter drones to track fugitives and find
missing children.
▪ under the GP-DRASTI program, they will now be actively used at the police
station level, especially for crimes related to bodily harm and violence on the
streets of major cities.

9. Who won the S.M. Krishna Memorial Open tennis title 2025?
A. Jay Clarke
B. Andy Murray
C. Oliver Crawford
D. Cameron Norrie
Answer: C

Oliver Crawford claims S.M. Krishna Memorial Open Tennis title

10. Theobaldius konkanensis, a newly discovered species of land snail, was found
in which Indian state?
A. Kerala
B. Goa
C. Karnataka
D. Maharashtra
Answer: D

New snail Theobaldius konkanensis named after Maharashtra’s Konkan

region
▪ A new species of land snail has been discovered by a team of
researchers from India and the U.K.
▪ The species has been named Theobaldius konkanensis.
▪ It was discovered in the Konkan region of Maharashtra
▪ Theobaldius konkanensis is endemic to the northern Western Ghats

11. Consider the following statements:

Statement 1: The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) was launched in
2015 to provide affordable credit to micro and small enterprises.

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Statement 2: The 'Shishu' category under PMMY provides loans up to ₹50,000.
Statement 3: The 'Tarun' category provides loans up to ₹15 lakh for businesses
looking to expand.
Which of the following options is correct?
A. All three statements are correct
B. Only Statement 1 and Statement 2 are correct
C. Only Statement 1 and Statement 3 are correct
D. Only Statement 2 and Statement 3 are correct
Answer: b

Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana completes 10 years

▪ Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) is a flagship initiative by the
Government of India that was launched in 2015 and aimed at
providing affordable credit to micro and small enterprises.
▪ Objective: The scheme is designed to "fund the unfunded," enabling
small borrowers to secure loans from various financial institutions
including Public Sector Banks (PSBs), Regional Rural Banks (RRBs),
Cooperative Banks, Private Sector Banks, Foreign Banks, Micro
Finance Institutions (MFIs), and Non-Banking Financial Companies
(NBFCs).
• Loan amount: Up to ₹20 lakh for non-farm income-generating
activities in sectors such as manufacturing, processing, trading, and
services.
Categories of Loans:
• Shishu: Loans up to ₹50,000, aimed at new and micro enterprises.
• Kishore: Loans ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹5 lakh, for businesses in the
growth phase.
• Tarun: Loans from ₹5 lakh to ₹10 lakh, for businesses looking to expand further.
• Tarun Plus: Loans from ₹10 lakh to ₹20 lakh, for those who have successfully repaid previous loans under
the "Tarun" category.

12. What prestigious honor was conferred upon President Droupadi Murmu in Lisbon, Portugal?
A. Freedom of the City of Lisbon
B. Key of Honour of Lisbon City
C. Medal of Honor from the City of Lisbon
D. Lisbon's Golden Key
Answer: B

President Droupadi Murmu Holds Talks in Lisbon, Launches Stamp to Mark 50

Years of India-Portugal Ties
▪ This is the first-ever visit by an Indian President to Portugal in 27 years.
▪ President K R Narayanan was the last Indian president to visit before
President Murmu visited Portugal in 1998.
▪ President Droupadi Murmu was warmly received by the President of the
Republic of Portugal, Mr Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa at the historic ‘Praca do
Imperio’ in Lisbon.
▪ She was accorded a ceremonial welcome with the Guard of Honour.

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▪ President Droupadi Murmu also visited the Church of Santa Maria and laid a
wreath at the tomb of Luis Vaz de Camoes – the national poet of Portugal.
▪ She also visited the Monastery of Jerónimos – a masterpiece of 16th-century
architecture in Portugal.
▪ President Droupadi Murmu and President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa of
Portugal graced the launch of postage stamps commemorating 50 years of
diplomatic relations between the two countries.
▪ The stamps feature vibrant folk attire from both countries: Rajasthan's
distinctive Kalbeliya costume and the traditional Viana do Castelo dress
from Portugal.

President Murmu receives “Key of Honour” of Lisbon City in Portugal

▪ President Droupadi Murmu was made the honouary citizen of the city of Lisbon, capital of Portugal, and
was presented with the prestigious “Key of Honour” of Lisbon City
▪ The key was presented to President Murmu by the Mayor of Lisbon, Carlos Moedas, at the historic Câmara
Municipal de Lisboa.

India-Portugal Ties
• India and Portugal have historical ties going back to the arrival of Portuguese
explorer Vasco da Gama to Calicut in Kerala in May 1498.
• He is the first European to discover the sea route to India.
• The Portuguese set up their first trading center at Kollam in Kerala in 1502
AD.
• Portugal established its empire in India, capturing Diu, Daman, Dadra &
Nagar Haveli, and Goa.
• Diplomatic relations between the two countries were established in 1949.
• India, on 19 December 1961, conducted military action under Operation
Vijay to liberate Goa and Diu, Daman, Dadra & Nagar Haveli after Portugal's
dictator, Antonio Salazar, refused to surrender the Portuguese enclaves.
• Portugal broke its diplomatic ties with India after the liberation of Goa.
• The diplomatic ties were restored in 1974, and Portugal accepted Goa's
accession to India.

About the Republic of Portugal

▪ Portugal is a European country that lies in the Iberian Peninsula.
▪ It lies along the Atlantic coast.
▪ It is a member of the European Union and the North Atlantic Treaty
Organisation (NATO).
▪ Capital: Lisbon
▪ Currency: Euro
▪ President : Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa
▪ Prime Minister : Luís Montenegro

13. Radhunipagal Rice, a GI-tagged product from West Bengal, is especially known
for:
A. Its high yield and export value
B. Its long grains and low calorie count
C. Its rich iron and zinc content with a mildly sweet taste
D. Its sticky texture and medicinal uses
Answer: C

West Bengal Secures GI Tags for Seven Iconic Products, Including Nolen Gurer Sandesh

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With these additions, a total of 32 items have made it to the list of GI from the state
▪ Nolen Gurer Sandesh – A winter delicacy made from fresh chhena and nolen
gur (date palm jaggery), known for its unique caramel-like flavor and golden
hue.
▪ Kamarpukur’s White Bonde – It is a traditional sweet known for its cultural
value. It is less sweet compared to the yellow bonde and has a dry texture on
the outside.
▪ Murshidabad’s Chhanabora – A rich sweet made of chhena (cottage cheese).
▪ Bishnupur’s Motichur Laddoo – It is a well-known sweet from Bishnupur,
prepared using flour made by crushing Piyal tree seeds, and made using
traditional methods followed in the region for years.
▪ Radhunipagal Rice – It is a small, brownish-white aromatic grain grown in
winter, known for its mildly sweet taste and richness in iron and zinc, which also
gives it some health benefits.
▪ Malda’s Nistari Silk Yarn – It is produced from the cocoons of the Nistari variety
of mulberry silkworm is known for its fine texture and luxurious feel.
▪ Baruipur’s Guava – It is grown in the Baruipur region of WB, is famous for its
larger and rounder shape compared to other varieties, and is valued for its crisp
texture and juicy pulp.

About GI Tags
▪ A geographical indication (GI) tag is a sign used on locally produced products that have a specific
geographical origin and possess qualities that are due to that origin.
▪ It is used to denote the geographical territory from where a product (agricultural, natural or manufactured)
originates,
▪ and carries an assurance of quality and attributes unique to that specific geographic region
▪ In India, Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999 governs the Geographical
Indications registration. It came into force with effect from September 2003.
▪ This tag is issued by the Geographical Indication Registry Chennai, under the Department of Industry
Promotion and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
▪ This tag is valid for a period of 10 years following which it can be renewed.
▪ The first GI Tag in India – Darjeeling Tea (2004)

14. Which Union Territory became the 35th State/UT to implement the Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY scheme?
A. Chandigarh
B. Puducherry
C. Delhi
D. Ladakh
Answer: C

Delhi joins Ayushman Bharat scheme, becomes 35 th State/UT to implement it

▪ Delhi became the 35th State/UT to implement the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
(AB PM-JAY)
▪ AB PM-JAY will provides free health cover of Rs. 5 Lakh to each beneficiary family per year.
▪ In addition, Delhi government would be giving an additional top-up of 5 lakhs over and above the cover
provided by Central Government.
▪ The signing ceremony was presided by Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda, Union Minister of Health and Family
Welfare & Chemicals and Fertilizers in presence of Smt. Rekha Gupta, Chief Minister, Government of NCT
Delhi

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▪ With the implementation of AB PM-JAY in Delhi, all senior citizens aged 70 years and above, will be covered
under Ayushman Vay Vandana Yojana which provides Rs 5 lakh free health cover to all senior citizens of
the age 70 years and above irrespective of their socio-economic status.
▪ West Bengal remains the only state yet to adopt it.

Scheme Overview
▪ Ayushman Bharat is a flagship healthcare initiative by the Government of India, designed to provide
accessible and affordable healthcare services to vulnerable sections of society.
▪ Launched on 23rd September 2018
▪ It is recognized as the largest health assurance scheme in the world.
▪ Under the Ayushman Bharat scheme, eligible families receive an annual health coverage of up to Rs. 5 lakh
per family, per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalization
▪ The National Health Authority (NHA) is the apex body responsible for overseeing the implementation of the
Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme.

15. Who translated Banu Mushtaq’s ‘Heart Lamp’ from Kannada to English?
A) Deepa Bhasthi
B) Daisy Rockwell
C) Aniruddhan Vasudevan
D) Kiran Doshi
Answer: A

‘Heart Lamp’ becomes 1st Kannada title shortlisted for International Booker Prize 2025
▪ Karnataka-based writer, activist and lawyer Banu Mushtaq’s short story collection ‘Heart Lamp’, translated
from Kannada to English by Deepa Bhasthi, was shortlisted for the International Booker Prize 2025 in
London.
▪ Heart Lamp is a collection of 12 short stories written by Banu Mushtaq between 1990 and 2023.
▪ Six author-translator teams are now in contention for the £50,000 prize. The winner will be announced at a
ceremony at London’s Tate Modern on May 20.
▪ The annual prize honors the best works of long-form fiction or short story collections that are: Translated
into English, and Published in the UK and/or Ireland between May 2024 and April 2025.
▪ In 2022, Geetanjali Shree and translator Daisy Rockwell won the prize for the first-ever Hindi novel, Tomb
of Sand.
▪ In 2023, Perumal Murugan’s Tamil novel Pyre, translated by Aniruddhan Vasudevan, was longlisted for the
prize.

16. For which term has India been elected to the United Nations Intergovernmental Working Group of Experts on
International Standards of Accounting and Reporting (ISAR)?
A. 2023–2025
B. 2024–2026
C. 2025–2027
D. 2026–2028
Answer: C

India Elected to the UN ISAR for the 2025–2027 Term

▪ India was appointed by acclamation to the United Nations Intergovernmental Working Group of Experts on
International Standards of Accounting and Reporting (ISAR) for the 2025–2027 term.
International Standards of Accounting and Reporting (ISAR)
created by ECOSOC in 1983 and coordinated by UNCTAD.

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ISAR serves as an essential organisation focused on enhancing worldwide accounting standards and corporate
disclosure practices
Membership
▪ ISAR allows for 34 formal members to serve three-year terms. These members
include nine African, seven Asian, six Latin American, three Eastern European,
and nine Western European and Other States.

17. Who has become the first Indian to receive the prestigious Fred Darrington Sand
Master Award?
A. Subodh Gupta
B. Sudarsan Pattnaik
C. Anish Kapoor
D. Satish Gujral
Answer: B

Sudarsan Pattnaik Becomes First Indian to Win Fred Darrington Sand Art
Award
▪ Renowned Indian sand artist and a Padma Shri awardee from Odisha
▪ The award was presented during the Sandworld 2025 International
Sand Art Festival in Dorset, England.
▪ Pattnaik created a 10-foot-high sculpture of Lord Ganesha carrying the
message of “World Peace”.
▪ The award holds special significance this year as it commemorates the
100th birth anniversary of legendary British sculptor Fred Darrington.

18. Which of the following is not a key theme of Poshan Pakhwada 2025?
A. First one thousand days of life
B. Promotion of international nutrition partnerships
C. Management of malnutrition
D. A healthy lifestyle to address obesity in children
Answer: B

7th Poshan Pakhwada Begins, Focus on Early Life Nutrition & Healthy Lifestyle
▪ 7th edition of Poshan Pakhwada is being organised from 8th April to 22nd April 2025.
▪ By Women and Child Development Ministry as part of the government’s ongoing commitment to
addressing malnutrition.
▪ This year’s Poshan Pakhwada will emphasise four key themes.
1. Focus on the first one thousand days of life
2. Popularisation of the beneficiary module of Poshan Tracker,
3. Management of malnutrition
4. A healthy lifestyle to address obesity in children [According to the National Family Health Survey
(NFHS)-5 (2019-21), the percentage of children under 5 years who are overweight has increased
from 2.1% in 2015-16 (NFHS-4) to 3.4% in 2019-21 at the national level]
▪ Recognizing the need for transformative action, the government launched Poshan Abhiyaan on March 8,
2018—a flagship program aimed at improving nutritional outcomes for women and children through a
holistic approach.
▪ One of its key initiatives, Poshan Pakhwada, has emerged as a powerful platform to raise awareness and
promote community participation in addressing malnutrition.

19. Which state currently hosts the highest number of Regional Rural Banks (RRBs)?
A) Uttar Pradesh
B) West Bengal

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C) Andhra Pradesh
D) Bihar
Answer: C

Government Set To Implement “One State, One RRB”

▪ The Ministry of Finance is set to roll out the ‘One State-One RRB’ strategy to
improve operational efficiency and reduce costs that will bring down the
number of Regional Rural Banks (RRB) from 43 to 28.
▪ Under the proposed roadmap for One State-One RRB, 15 RRBs functioning
across various states will be amalgamated.
▪ States such as Andhra Pradesh, currently hosting the highest number of RRBs
at four, will undergo significant restructuring.
▪ Other states identified for consolidation include Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal
(three RRBs each).
▪ At the same time, Bihar, Gujarat, Jammu & Kashmir, Karnataka, Madhya
Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha and Rajasthan, each with two RRBs, will also see
mergers.
▪ The Centre had initiated the structural consolidation of RRBs in 2004-05,
reducing their number from 196 to 43 over three phases.
▪ Currently, the 43 RRBs operate through 22,069 branches across 26 states and
three Union Territories, Puducherry, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, reaching
over 700 districts.
▪ RRBs, originally established under the RRB Act of 1976 to support rural credit for small farmers, artisans
and agricultural workers, underwent a significant transformation after the Act was amended in 2015 to
allow capital mobilisation from non-government sources.

20. In which year was Ram Sahay Pandey awarded the Padma Shri for his contributions to Indian folk art and
culture, especially in preserving the Rai dance form?
A. 2019
B. 2020
C. 2022
D. 2023
Answer: C

Padma Shri Ram Sahay Pandey, icon of Rai Folk dance, passes away at 92
▪ He was awarded the Padma Shri in 2022 for his work in preserving and promoting Rai dance.
▪ He also received the title ‘Nritya Shiromani’ and was appointed to the Tribal Folk Art Council by the
Madhya Pradesh government.
▪ Rai dance is a traditional folk dance of the Bundelkhand region, particularly associated with the Bedia
community in Madhya Pradesh
▪ Often performed by men in female disguise to the accompaniment of instruments like the dholak and
nagara.

21. On which leader's birth anniversary did the Delhi government announce as a holiday?
A. Mahatma Gandhi
B. Jawaharlal Nehru
C. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
D. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Answer: C

Delhi L-G declares govt holiday on Ambedkar Jayanti

▪ Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena

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▪ Dr. Ambedkar was a social reformer, jurist, economist, author, polyglot
(knowing or using several languages) orator, a scholar, and thinker of
comparative religions.
▪ He is known as the Father of the Indian Constitution and was India's first
Law Minister.
▪ He was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee for the new Constitution.

22. Who recently became the first Indian cricketer to score 13,000 runs in T20
cricket?
A. Rohit Sharma
B. KL Rahul
C. Suryakumar Yadav
D. Virat Kohli
Answer: D

Virat Kohli Becomes First Indian to Score 13,000 Runs in T20 Cricket
▪ during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL 2025
▪ Kohli also became the second-fastest batter to reach the landmark, doing in
his 386th T20 innings, after Chris Gayle, who reached in only 381 innings.
▪ He is also the first player to score 20,000 runs in a decade and was named
ICC male cricket of the decade for the years 2011 to 2020.
▪ During his career, he has also won 10 ICC awards, which makes him the
most awarded player in international cricket history.
▪ He was also ODI Player of the Year four times in 2012, 2017, 2018 and 2023.

23. Navkar Mahamantra Divas celebration is associated with which religion?

A. Hinduism
B. Buddhism
C. Sikhism
D. Jainism
Answer: d

PM Modi to Participate in Navkar Mahamantra Divas on April 9, 2025 in New Delhi

▪ Organized by the Jain International Trade Organization (JITO)
▪ Background: Organized on the eve of Mahavir
▪ Navkar Mahamantra Divas is a momentous celebration of spiritual harmony
and ethical consciousness that seeks to unite people through the collective
chanting of the Navkar Mahamantra – the most revered and universal
chant in Jainism.
▪ People from more than 108 countries will join the global chant for peace
and togetherness.

24. Which biotechnology company is responsible for the genetic engineering of

the dire wolf through CRISPR technology?
A. GenTech Innovations
B. Colossal Biosciences
C. BioRegen Labs
D. Neogene Technologies
Answer: B

Colossal Biosciences revives the dire wolf from extinction

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▪ Colossal Biosciences, a biotech startup known for its ambitious de-
extinction efforts, the dire wolf has officially returned as a genetically
engineered version that walks, howls, and looks the part.
▪ created three live dire wolf pups through gene-editing technology, using
CRISPR to modify the DNA of modern gray wolves.
▪ The resulting animals closely resemble the massive predators that went
extinct nearly 10,000 years ago.

About CRISPR/Cas9:
▪ CRISPR, short for Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats, is a gene-editing
technology that can be used to alter the genetic sequence of a specific gene by removing, adding, or
altering sections of the DNA sequence.
▪ It makes it possible to correct errors in the genome and turn on or off genes in cells and organisms quickly,
cheaply, and with relative ease.

What is Genome?
▪ A genome is the complete set of genetic information in an organism. It provides all of the information the
organism requires to function.
▪ In living organisms, the genome is stored in long molecules of DNA called chromosomes.

25. Which state recorded the highest number of Gram Panchayats categorized as “Front Runners” under the
Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) Baseline Report for FY 2022–23 ?
A. Maharashtra
B. Gujarat
C. Telangana
D. Madhya Pradesh
Answer: B

First-Ever Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) Baseline Report for FY 2022-23

▪ The Ministry of Panchayati Raj has launched the Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) to localize
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and empower grassroots governance.
▪ The PAI is a transformative tool designed to measure the progress of over 2.5 lakh Gram Panchayats (GPs)
across India.

The index captures the performance of Panchayats across nine themes of Localized SDGs (LSDGs):
▪ Poverty-Free and Enhanced Livelihoods in Panchayat
▪ Healthy Panchayat
▪ Child-Friendly Panchayat
▪ Water-Sufficient Panchayat
▪ Clean and Green Panchayat
▪ Panchayat with Self-Sufficient Infrastructure
▪ Socially Just and Socially Secured Panchayat
▪ Panchayat with Good Governance
▪ Women-Friendly Panchayat
Gram Panchayats are classified into five categories based on their overall and thematic PAI scores:
1. Achiever – Score: 90 and above
2. Front Runner – Score: 75 to below 90
3. Performer – Score: 60 to below 75
4. Aspirant – Score: 40 to below 60
5. Beginner – Score: Below 40
National Summary (PAI 2022–23):
▪ Total Gram Panchayats assessed: 2,55,699

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▪ Gram Panchayats with validated data: 2,16,285
Categorization Based on Performance:
▪ Front Runners: 699 Panchayats (0.3%)
▪ Performers: 77,298 Panchayats (35.8%)
▪ Aspirants: 1,32,392 Panchayats (61.2%)
▪ Beginner Level: 5,896 Panchayats (2.7%)
▪ Achievers: None qualified in this category
State-wise Highlights (Front Runners):
▪ Gujarat leads with 346 Gram Panchayats as Front Runners.
▪ Telangana follows with 270 Front Runners.
High Number of Performers (State-wise):
▪ Gujarat – 13,781
▪ Maharashtra – 12,242
▪ Telangana – 10,099
▪ Madhya Pradesh – 7,912
▪ Uttar Pradesh – 6,593
States with Significant Aspirants:
▪ Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and Andhra Pradesh

26. Which of the following statements regarding Kashmir Crewel is/are correct?
1. It is a hand-embroidered fabric with intricate floral patterns.
2. It is commonly used for home furnishings like bedspreads and curtains.
3. It is woven on traditional handlooms using pashmina.
Select the correct answer:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. All three statements
Answer: A

Willow bat, shikara among 8 traditional Kashmiri products get GI tag

With this, the total number of GI certified crafts has reached 15.
Kashmir Namda
▪ A woolen rug from Kashmir, Namda is known for its thick texture and intricate
designs.
▪ Traditionally crafted by hand using sheep wool, it is prized for its insulating
properties and is a significant part of Kashmir’s textile heritage.
Kashmir Gabba
▪ A traditional woolen product from Kashmir, Gabba is used in home
decor and textiles. It is made using local wool and features intricate
handwoven patterns.
Kashmir Willow Bat
▪ Kashmir Willow is used for making high-quality cricket bats, known for
their lightweight and durable properties, making it a sought-after material for
professional cricket bats.
Kashmir Tweed
▪ Kashmir Tweed is a finely woven fabric, made from wool, and is renowned for
its warmth and luxury.
▪ It has been traditionally used to make winter garments,
particularly coats and shawls.
Kashmir Crewel

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▪ A hand-embroidered fabric from Kashmir, Crewel features intricate floral
designs and is traditionally used in making home textiles like curtains,
bedspreads, and cushions.
Kashmir Chain Stitch
▪ A traditional embroidery technique from Kashmir, Chain Stitch is used to
create decorative textiles.
Kashmir Shikara
▪ The Shikara is a traditional boat from Kashmir used primarily for tourism and
transportation in the Dal Lake.
Kashmir Wagguv
▪ Wagguv is a traditional floor matting made from reed

▪ These blackflies breed near fast-flowing rivers, and the disease can cause
skin issues and eventually blindness.
▪ River blindness is the second leading cause of infection-related blindness
globally, following trachoma.
▪ The World Health Organization (WHO) classifies river blindness
(onchocerciasis) as one of the most neglected tropical diseases.
▪ These blackflies are locally known as "pipsa" or "potu".

Meghalaya’s Ryndia earn GI tag for indigenous textiles

▪ Meghalaya Ryndia (Meghalaya Handloom Products)
▪ Ryndia is an eco-friendly fabric made from Ahimsa Silk by indigenous Khasi,
Bhoi, and Jaintia artisans.
▪ Known for its durability and luxurious texture, Ryndia is used to make stoles,
shawls, and garments with organic dyes from local plants.

27. Which historic town in Maharashtra, known for housing Mughal emperor
Aurangzeb’s tomb, is set to be renamed as ‘Ratnapur’?
A) Aurangabad
B) Khultabad
C) Osmanabad
D) Jalna
Answer: B

Khultabad to be renamed ‘Ratnapur’, says Maharashtra Minister

▪ The Maharashtra government will rename Khultabad, the historic
town housing Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s tomb, to ‘Ratnapur’,
Social Justice Minister Sanjay Shirsat
▪ The renaming aligns with the government’s ongoing efforts to restore
pre-Mughal names of places that were altered during the Mughal era.
▪ Khultabad was originally known as Ratnapur.
▪ In recent years, Aurangabad was renamed Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Osmanabad became Dharashiv

28. Rafale Marine fighter jets, recently in the news, are designed and manufactured by which aerospace
company?
A. Boeing
B. Lockheed Martin
C. Dassault Aviation
D. Airbus
Answer: C

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India clears mega deal to buy 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets from France
for Navy
▪ The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) gave final approval to
the deal for 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets from France for the
Indian Navy worth over $7bn.
▪ This includes 22 single seater carrier compliant jets and four twin
seater trainers.
▪ The deal, worth over ₹63,000 crore, will be executed under a
government-to-government agreement with France
▪ The ministry had also cleared procurement of 3 Scorpene submarines
from France
▪ Under the Indian Navy’s Project 75, six Scorpene submarines have
already been constructed in India by the Mazagon Dock Limited (MDL)
in cooperation with the Naval Group of France.

About Rafale-M:
• Manufactured By: Designed and built by Dassault Aviation, a
French aerospace company.
Features:
• Multi-role, single-seat 4+ generation fighter aircraft with
advanced avionics and AESA radar.
• Capable of deep strikes, air defense, reconnaissance, and maritime operations.
• Equipped with advanced armaments like Meteor, Multi-mission air-to-air missile system (MICA),
SCALP missiles, and EXOCET anti-ship weapons.

29. What is the primary objective of the M-CADWM scheme?

A. Providing free electricity for irrigation
B. Boosting fertilizer usage
C. Modernizing irrigation water supply infrastructure
D. Promoting organic farming
Answer: C

Cabinet approves irrigation scheme for ‘modernising’ water management

▪ The Union Cabinet approved the ‘Modernisation of Command Area
Development and Water Management (M-CADWM)’ as a sub-scheme of the
Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY).
▪ This initiative, with an initial outlay of ₹1,600 crore, is set to run from 2025-
2026 and is designed to significantly enhance the irrigation infrastructure in
India.
▪ The key goal of the M-CADWM is to modernise the irrigation water supply
network & to ensure efficient water delivery from existing canals or sources
to the farm gate, especially for land holdings up to one hectare.
▪ This will be done through the use of advanced technologies such as SCADA
(Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) and the Internet of Things (IoT).
▪ These technologies will assist in better water accounting and management, directly contributing to
increased Water Use Efficiency (WUE) at the farm level.
▪ Initially, the scheme will roll out pilot projects across various agro-climatic zones.
▪ Based on the outcomes and learnings from these pilots, the government will launch a full-scale National
Plan for Command Area Development and Water Management starting April 2026, aligning with the 16th
Finance Commission period.

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Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana:
• It was launched in 2015 to improve farm productivity and ensure
better utilization of the resources in the country.
• It consists of two major components namely,
• Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (AIBP)
• Har Khet Ko Pani (HKKP)
• In addition, PMKSY also consists of two components
• Per Drop More Crop (PDMC).
• The Watershed Development component (WDC)

30. Who has been awarded the National Maritime Varuna Award, India's
highest individual recognition in the maritime sector?
A) Rajesh Unni
B) Nitin Gadkari
C) Sandeep Reddy
D) Kiran Kumar
Answer: A

Rajesh Unni Honored With National Maritime Varuna Award

▪ Leading shipmanager Synergy Marine Group founder Rajesh Unni has been awarded the National Maritime
Varuna Award, which is India's highest individual recognition in the maritime sector.
▪ Director General of Shipping (DGS) Shyam Jagannathan presented the award in Mumbai during the 62nd
National Maritime Day celebrations
▪ The award recognises sustained and extraordinary contributions that have significantly shaped the
country's maritime landscape.

31. In which year did recently deceased basketball player Hari Dutt Kapri receive the Arjuna Award?
A) 1965
B) 1969
C) 1972
D) 1975
Answer: B

Former India basketball captain Hari Dutt Kapri dies

▪ Ace basketball player and former captain of the Indian team Hari Dutt Kapri has passed away. He was 83
▪ He was conferred with the Arjuna award in 1969
▪ He was also honoured with a lifetime achievement award by the Uttarakhand government.

32. National Highway 766 (NH-766) connects which two locations?

A) Kozhikode in Kerala and Kollegal in Karnataka
B) Mysore in Karnataka and Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu
C) Kochi in Kerala and Bengaluru in Karnataka
D) Madurai in Tamil Nadu and Kochi in Kerala
Answer: A

Bandipur National Park

▪ NEWS: Environmentalists and citizens launched the ‘Save Bandipur’ protest in Karnataka after reports
emerged that the state government may lift the night traffic ban on NH-766 (formerly NH-212), which cuts
through the Bandipur National Park.

About Bandipur National Park:

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• Bandipur is a national park and tiger reserve, part of
the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, and one of India’s oldest and
most ecologically significant protected areas.
• Location: Situated in Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka.
• Establishment & History:
• First created in 1931 as Venugopala Wildlife Park (90 km²) by
the Maharaja of Mysore.
• Declared a Tiger Reserve in 1973 under Project Tiger.
• Became part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve in 1986.
About Highway – NH-766:
• Route: NH-766 cuts through the core area of Bandipur.
• National Highway 766 (NH 766), formerly known as NH 212, is a national
highway in Southern India connecting Kozhikode in Kerala to Kollegal in
Karnataka.
• Traffic Ban: Night traffic between 9 PM to 6 AM was banned in 2009 due to high
wildlife mortality.
• Impact:
• Pre-ban deaths (2004–2009): 286 animals killed
• Post-ban deaths (2010–2018): Only 34 reported
• Supreme Court: In 2019, upheld the ban, recognizing it as a
conservation success story.

33. What is the name of the public-friendly café launched by the Uttar
Pradesh Police?
A) Cafe Asha
B) Cafe Rista
C) Police Hub
D) Cafe Noida
Answer: B

Cafe Rista Initiative

▪ The Uttar Pradesh Police has launched Cafe Rista, a public-friendly café inside the Noida Police
Commissionerate.
▪ The initiative aims to foster stronger bonds between police personnel and civilians.

34. Who is the author of the memoir "Careless People"?

A) Sarah Wynn-Williams
B) John Doe
C) Sheryl Sandberg
D) Susan Fowler
Answer: a

CARELESS PEOPLE: A Cautionary Tale of Power, Greed, and Lost Idealism by Sarah Wynn Williams
▪ Author: Sarah Wynn-Williams, former Facebook policy director, ex-New Zealand diplomat.
▪ Election Controversy: Facebook helped Trump campaign in 2016; fed micro-targeted disinformation.

35. In which Indian state was the Bhagirath mobile app launched?
A. Himachal Pradesh
B. Uttarakhand
C. Sikkim
D. Meghalaya
Answer: B

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Uttarakhand CM Dhami launches Bhagirath app under Jal Sanrakshan Abhiyan

▪ Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched the Bhagirath
mobile app based on the Jal Sanrakshan Abhiyan 2025 theme, "Dhara Mera,
Naula Mera, Gaon Mera, Prayas Mera", and released the brochure.
▪ Through this app, people will be able to share information about critical and
endangered water sources in their area.
▪ The government will work to revive the sources identified through the app.

36. After a 128-year absence, in which year will cricket make its return to the
Olympic Games, the last being held in 1900?
A) 2024
B) 2026
C) 2028
D) 2032
Answer: C

Cricket in 2028 Olympics: Organisers confirm six teams will participate at LA Games
▪ Cricket returns to the Olympics after 128 years, making a comeback at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic
Games.
▪ The sport was last played at the 1900 Paris Olympics as a one-off match. Cricket will also feature in the 2032
Brisbane Olympics.
▪ The T20 format will be used for both men’s and women’s tournaments at LA 2028.
▪ The USA is expected to earn a direct qualification as the host nation.
▪ The remaining five teams will qualify through a qualification process.
▪ Currently, the ICC has 12 Full-Member Nations and over 90 Associate Member countries playing T20 cricket.
▪ Cricket is one of five new sports added to the LA 2028 Olympic Games.
▪ Other newly included sports are: baseball/softball, flag football, lacrosse (sixes) and squash
▪ The International Olympic Committee (IOC) approved cricket's inclusion in 2023.

37. Consider the following statements regarding the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025:
1. Waqf Tribunal decisions can now be challenged in higher courts.
2. It mandates inclusion of at least one member each from the Shia and Sunni communities.
Which of the above statement/s is/are correct?
A. Only 1
B. Only 2
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: B

President Droupadi Murmu gives assent to Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025

▪ Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, was already passed by Parliament
▪ The Bill was passed in the Rajya Sabha with 128 members voting in favour and 95 opposing it.
▪ It was passed in the Lok Sabha with 288 members supporting it and 232 against it.
▪ Murmu also gave assent to Mussalman Wakf (Repeal) Bill, 2025.
▪ The legislation has been challenged by All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin
Owaisi and Congress MP Mohammed Javed in the Supreme Court on grounds of violating constitutional
principles.

Introduction
▪ The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 aims to update the Waqf Act, 1995 to fix issues in the management of
Waqf properties.

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▪ The Mussalman Wakf (Repeal) Bill, 2025 seeks to remove the outdated Mussalman Wakf Act, 1923, which
is no longer effective for modern India.

Major issues concerned with Waqf Board?

1. Irrevocability of Waqf Properties
1. The principle "once a waqf, always a waqf" has led to disputes
2. Legal Disputes & Poor Management:
The Waqf Act, 1995, and its 2013 amendment have not been effective. Some problems include:
• Illegal occupation of Waqf land
• Mismanagement and ownership disputes
• Delays in property registration and surveys
• Large-scale litigation cases and complaints to the Ministry
3. No Judicial Oversight
▪ Decisions by Waqf Tribunals cannot be challenged in higher courts.
▪ This reduces transparency and accountability in Waqf management.
3. Incomplete Survey of Waqf Properties
▪ The Survey Commissioner’s work has been poor, leading to delays.
▪ In states like Gujarat and Uttarakhand, surveys have not even started.
▪ In Uttar Pradesh, a survey ordered in 2014 is still pending.
4. Misuse of Waqf Laws
▪ Some State Waqf Boards have misused their powers, leading to community tensions.
▪ Section 40 of the Waqf Act has been widely misused to declare private properties as Waqf
properties, causing legal battles and unrest.
5. Constitutional Validity of the Waqf Act
▪ The Waqf Act applies only to one religion, while no similar law exists for others.
▪ A PIL (Public Interest Litigation) has been filed in the Delhi High Court, questioning whether the Waqf
Act is constitutional. The Delhi High Court has asked the Central Government to respond to this
issue.

Key Features of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025

Feature Waqf Act, 1995 Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025

Name of the Act Waqf Act, 1995 Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment,
Efficiency, and Development Act, 2025.

Formation of Waqf Waqf could be formed by • Removes waqf by user and allows
declaration, user, or endowment formation only through declaration or
(waqf-alal-aulad). endowment.
• Donors must be practicing Muslims for at
least five years and must own the property.
• Waqf-alal-aulad cannot deny inheritance
rights to female heirs.

Government Property No clear provision. Any government property identified as Waqf will
as Waqf cease to be Waqf. Ownership disputes will be
resolved by the Collector, who will submit a report
to the state government.

Power to Determine The Waqf Board previously had the Provision removed.
Waqf Property power to inquire and determine
waqf property.

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Survey of Waqf Assigned survey commissioners and Empowers Collectors to conduct surveys and
additional commissioners to mandates pending surveys to be conducted as per
conduct Waqf surveys. state revenue laws.

Central Waqf Council • All members of the Central Two members must be non-Muslims.
Composition Waqf Council had to be MPs, former judges, and eminent persons need
(Central Waqf Council Muslims, including at least not be Muslims
to advise the central two women members. The following members must be Muslims:
and state Representatives of Muslim organisations, Scholars
governments and in Islamic law, Chairpersons of Waqf Boards
Waqf Boards) • Of the Muslim members, two members
must be women.

Waqf Boards Up to two elected Muslim State government nominates members, including:
Composition MPs/MLAs/Bar Council members; Two non-Muslim members
At least two members must be • At least one member each from Shias,
women Sunnis, and Backward classes of Muslims
• One member each from Bohra and
Agakhani communities
• Two Muslim members must be women.

Tribunal Composition Required state-level Tribunals for Muslim law expert removed;
Waqf disputes, led by a judge and Includes District Court judge (chairman)
included: and a joint secretary (state government).
• A state officer (Additional
District Magistrate rank)
• A Muslim law expert

Appeal on Tribunal Decision of the Tribunal are final The Bill omits provisions deeming finality to
Orders and appeals against its decisions in Tribunal’s decisions.
Courts are prohibited. Allows appeals to the High Court within 90 days
Only High Courts could intervene
under special circumstances

Powers of Central State governments could audit Waqf • The Bill empowers the central government
Government accounts at any time. to make rules regarding registration,
publication of accounts of
waqf and publication of proceedings of
Waqf Boards.
• The Bill empowers the central government
to get these audited by the CAG
(Comptroller and Auditor General) or a
designated officer.

Separate Waqf Boards Separate Waqf Boards for Sunni and Separate Waqf boards allowed for Bohra and
for Sects Shia sects if Shia waqf constitute Agakhani sects, along with Shia and Sunni sects.
more than 15% of all waqf
properties or waqf income in the
state.

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38. What is India's rank in the medal tally at the ISSF World Cup Buenos Aires 2025?
A) First
B) Second
C) Third
D) Fourth
Answer: B

39. Which country became the first African country to sign a Country Partnership Framework (CPF) with the
International Solar Alliance (ISA)?
A) Kenya
B) Mauritius
C) South Africa
D) Nigeria
Answer: B

40. Which airport has earned the title of ‘Best Airport Staff in India and South Asia’ for 2025?
A) Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi
B) Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad
C) Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai
D) Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru
Answer: B

Important Headlines
• Viral Davda, a professional with more than 20 years of experience, has
been appointed as Deputy Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Bombay Stock
Exchange Limited (BSE).
• Neelam Dhungana Timsina appointed as acting Governor of Nepal Rastra
Bank
• Seema Agrawal, a senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, has been
appointed as the new DGP/ Director of Fire and Rescue Services.
• Former Kerala Minister Mariam Alexander Baby, or MA Baby, has been elected as the 6th General Secretary
of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) or CPI-M.
• The Investigation, Prosecution and Conviction Portal, of the Uttar Pradesh Police was honoured with the
SKOCH Award at national level in the “Police & Safety” category
• Rajyogini Dadi Ratan Mohini, the head of Prajapita Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwavidyalaya, died
• Ministry of Skill Development partnered with World Economic Forum (WEF) for 'India Skills Accelerator'
• Global Technology Summit 2025 to begin in New Delhi with theme ‘Sambhavna’
• Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, J.P. Nadda, announced the launch of the Inter-AIIMS Referral
portal, developed indigenously by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, to
revolutionise healthcare management and patient referral systems across the country.
• PM Modi to Participate in Navkar Mahamantra Divas on April 9, 2025 in New Delhi
• Govt to amend Aadhaar Act for improved consent, & alignment with Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP)
Act 2023
• Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum (Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister
and Minister of Defence of the UAE) was on his first official visit to India from 8-9 April 2025.
• Amalsad Chikoo from Gujarat’s Navsari gets GI tag
• Ladakh celebrates Apricot Blossom Festival 2025 to boost eco-tourism
• Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced a 10% hike in reservation for Agniveers in state police
jobs, taking the total reservation to 20%.
• Ram Darbar to Be Installed in Ayodhya Temple on Akshaya Tritiya, Full Completion by Oct 2025
• PM Modi arrived in Colombo on a three-day state visit at the invitation of Sri Lankan President Anura
Kumara Dissanayake.

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• Russia has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the May 9 celebrations marking the 80th
anniversary of victory over Germany in World War II.
• Pakistan Cricket Board chief Mohsin Naqvi has now been appointed as the Asian Cricket Council head
• Hitesh Gulia bags Gold medal at World Boxing Cup Brazil 2025
• AirAsia partners with Sunrisers Hyderabad as team’s official partner for IPL 2025
• Bangladesh has officially become the 54th nation to sign the Artemis Accords
• Meta has unveiled its latest generation of artificial intelligence models in the Llama family, releasing three
new models
• A new study by Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) involving DNA barcoding to identify species accurately is
expected to lead to better management and control strategies for blackflies, which are carriers of a worm
causing river blindness.
• Environmentalists and citizens launched the ‘Save Bandipur’ protest in Karnataka
• A new study by Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) involving DNA barcoding to identify species accurately is
expected to lead to better management and control strategies for blackflies, which are carriers of a worm
causing river blindness.
• Brazil has proposed the creation of “Climate Change Council” a new international body to accelerate global
climate action, under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
• India overtakes Germany to become 3rd-largest generator of wind, solar power in 2024: Report
• India is set to commission its first dedicated nuclear submarine base, INS Varsha, in Andhra Pradesh in 2026,
as part of Project Varsha, and plans to operationalise its third nuclear-powered submarine, INS Aridhaman.
• The first bi-monthly monetary policy of the RBI for the 2025-26 financial year was announced by the RBI
Governor, Sanjay Malhotra, in Mumbai on 9 April 2025.
• The first tri-service all-women global circumnavigation expedition “Samudra Pradakshina” on board the IASV
(Indian Army Sailing Vessel) Triveni was flagged off from Mumbai.

QUESTION OF THE DAY

Consider the following statements.
Statement 1: The Mhadei River flows through Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Goa.
Statement 2: The Mhadei River is known as the Mandovi River in Goa.
Which of the above given statement is/are true?
A) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are correct
B) Statement 1 is correct, but Statement 2 is incorrect.
C) Statement 1 is incorrect, but Statement 2 is correct.
D) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are incorrect.

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