Current Affairs Quiz - March, 2025

[1]. Recently, former US President Donald Trump declared that pardons signed by Joe Biden using an autopen were void. What is an autopen used for?

[A]. Automating document approvals in government offices

[B]. Printing official seals on legal documents

[C]. Encrypting official presidential communications

[D]. Duplicating signatures using real ink for autographs

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[2]. Recently, Union Home Minister inaugurated the first phase of the revamped police academy in Assam. After which historical figure has the academy been named?

[A]. Bir Tikendrajit

[B]. Lachit Barphukan

[C]. Rani Gaidinliu

[D]. Kanaklata Barua

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[3]. Recently, Justice Joymalya Bagchi was sworn in as a judge of the Supreme Court of India. Which constitutional provision governs the appointment of Supreme Court judges?

[A]. Article 226

[B]. Article 32

[C]. Article 124(2)

[D]. Article 312

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[4]. Recently, Gayatri Spivak won the 2025 Holberg Prize for her contributions to postcolonial studies and social justice. What is the Holberg Prize awarded for?

[A]. Advancements in medical research

[B]. Excellence in humanities, social sciences, law, or theology

[C]. Innovations in physics and chemistry

[D]. Contributions to economic policy and development

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[5]. Recently, Valueattics Re became the first private reinsurer in India after receiving a reinsurance license. What is the primary role of a reinsurance company?

[A]. To provide insurance directly to individuals and businesses

[B]. To insure other insurance companies and help manage risk

[C]. To regulate the insurance market and enforce policies

[D]. To offer loans and financial services to insurance firms

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[6]. A recent study by researchers provided experimental evidence that Niobium Diselenide (NbSe₂) exhibits properties of a Bose metal—an exotic quantum state. What defines a Bose metal?

[A]. Electron pairs form but no superconductivity

[B]. A material with zero electrical resistance

[C]. A metal with high conductivity

[D]. A superconductor that expels magnetic fields

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[7]. A rare sighting of the Indian Long-Billed Vulture (Indian Vulture) was recently reported at Ramadevara Betta Vulture Sanctuary in Karnataka. Which of the following is the IUCN status of the Indian Long-Billed Vulture?

[A]. Vulnerable

[B]. Endangered

[C]. Near Threatened

[D]. Critically Endangered

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[8]. According to a recent study, a wildlife sanctuary has recorded a high deer population, making it one of the most densely populated man-made wildlife sanctuaries in India. Which Indian wildlife sanctuary is being talked about?

[A]. Jim Corbett National Park

[B]. Sagareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary

[C]. Kaziranga National Park

[D]. Ranthambore National Park

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[9]. What is the main purpose of Eli Lilly's launch of tirzepatide (Mounjaro) in India?

[A]. To introduce a cheaper alternative to bariatric surgery

[B]. To offer a new diabetes medicine

[C]. To expand access to a weight-loss medicine

[D]. To promote a new TB drug

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[10]. Recently, US President announced that India will face reciprocal tariffs starting 2^nd April, potentially impacting exports of agricultural and pharmaceutical products. What is the primary purpose of tariffs in international trade?

[A]. To reduce the cost of imported goods

[B]. To impose trade restrictions on domestic products

[C]. To protect domestic industries and generate revenue

[D]. To encourage free trade and remove trade barriers

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[11]. Recently, Serbia's President has denied the use of a banned 'sonic weapon' by police forces during a protest. What is a key characteristic of sonic weapons used for crowd control?

[A]. They emit visible laser beams

[B]. They use chemical agents to disperse crowds

[C]. They rely on infrared technology

[D]. They produce very loud sounds over long distances

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[12]. The Union Transport Minister recently informed the Rajya Sabha that India is considering Satellite-based Tolling and Barrier-Less Free Flow Tolling to replace traditional toll plazas. What does GNSS-based tolling use to calculate toll fees?

[A]. RFID technology

[B]. GPS and satellite tracking

[C]. Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR)

[D]. Toll plaza boom barriers

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[13]. On 20^th March 2025, the Northern Hemisphere welcomes spring while the Southern Hemisphere enters fall with the occurrence of the vernal equinox. What is an equinox?

[A]. The longest day of the year

[B]. The shortest day of the year

[C]. When the Sun appears directly above the Equator at noon

[D]. When the Earth is closest to the Sun

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[14]. Recently, the Ministry of Culture launched an initiative to preserve and promote Kamba Ramayana recitals in Tamil Nadu, emphasizing its cultural and historical significance. Who was the author of the Kamba Ramayana?

[A]. Thiruvalluvar

[B]. Kambar

[C]. Ilango Adigal

[D]. Valmiki

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[15]. Recently, the Lok Sabha Secretariat and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) signed an MoU to develop the Sansad Bhashini initiative, aimed at enhancing parliamentary operations through AI. What is the main objective of the Sansad Bhashini initiative?

[A]. To promote English proficiency among Indian citizens

[B]. To provide multilingual support and improve parliamentary operations using AI

[C]. To increase the number of debates in the Parliament

[D]. To provide legal aid for parliamentary members

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[16]. 19^th March marks the anniversary of which significant agrarian struggle that began in the 1930s in the erstwhile princely state of Patiala?

[A]. Tebhaga Movement

[B]. Bardoli Satyagraha

[C]. Muzhara Movement

[D]. Champaran Movement

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[17]. The U.S. recently launched airstrikes on Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen. Which strategic strait, controlled by Yemen, is a critical passage for global oil trade and international shipping?

[A]. Bab-el-Mandeb Strait

[B]. Strait of Gibraltar

[C]. Hormuz Strait

[D]. Malacca Strait

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[18]. The Supreme Court recently directed the state government to remove replica structures from the 'Seven Wonders' park located in which wetland area within six months?

[A]. Sambhar Lake

[B]. Ana Sagar Lake

[C]. Pushkar Lake

[D]. Fateh Sagar Lake

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[19]. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) recently raided the offices of major media agencies, over allegations of fixing advertisement rates and discounts, potentially violating competition laws. Under which ministry does the Competition Commission of India (CCI) operate?

[A]. Ministry of Finance

[B]. Ministry of Commerce and Industry

[C]. Ministry of Corporate Affairs

[D]. Ministry of Consumer Affairs

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[20]. In which category has Kanger Valley National Park recently been included in UNESCO’s tentative list of world heritage sites?

[A]. Cultural

[B]. Mixed

[C]. Natural

[D]. Historical

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