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1) Which temple in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, was granted a Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) license by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in 2025?
A) Kashi Vishwanath Temple
B) Banke Bihari Temple
C) Prem Mandir
D) ISKCON Temple Vrindavan
E) Dwarkadhish Temple
Answer Key:
Correct Answer: B) Banke Bihari Temple
Explanation:
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) granted the Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, an FCRA license, allowing it to receive foreign funds. This decision followed a court intervention, leading to the formation of a management committee that applied for the license. The temple attracts significant foreign donations, making this approval crucial for its international financial contributions.
2) Which two Indian cities became the first from India to be included in the global list of accredited Wetland Cities under the Ramsar Convention in 2025?
A) Bhopal & Jaipur
B) Mumbai & Kolkata
C) Indore & Udaipur
D) Chennai & Hyderabad
E) Pune & Lucknow
Answer Key:
Correct Answer: C) Indore & Udaipur
Explanation:
Indore and Udaipur became the first two Indian cities to receive the prestigious Wetland City accreditation under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. This recognition highlights India’s commitment to urban sustainability and ecological conservation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the cities, emphasizing the importance of wetlands in balancing urban growth with environmental sustainability.
3) On National Girl Child Day 2025, which Haryana Cabinet Minister launched the ‘Samman Sanjeevani’ app to enhance the ‘Mahila Evam Kishori Samman Yojana’?
A) Anil Vij
B) Kanwar Pal Gujjar
C) Shruti Choudhry
D) Manohar Lal Khattar
E) Ranjit Singh Chautala
Answer Key:
Correct Answer: C) Shruti Choudhry
Explanation:
On National Girl Child Day 2025, Haryana Cabinet Minister Shruti Choudhry launched the ‘Samman Sanjeevani’ app, which enhances the ‘Mahila Evam Kishori Samman Yojana’. The initiative provides sanitary napkins to BPL (Below Poverty Line) women and girls aged 10-45. This event also marked the 10th anniversary of the ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’ scheme, a major step in women’s empowerment and health initiatives in Haryana.
4) Where was the first-ever ‘Technology Dialogue’ held on January 24-25, 2025?
A) IIT Delhi
B) IIT Bombay
C) Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru
D) DRDO Headquarters, New Delhi
E) NIT Trichy
Answer Key:
Correct Answer: C) Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru
Explanation:
The inaugural edition of the ‘Technology Dialogue’ was held at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bengaluru, Karnataka, on January 24-25, 2025. Conducted in a hybrid format (virtual & in-person), the event brought together senior policymakers, industry leaders, scientists, and scholars to discuss technology, international tech engagements, and policy developments.
5) Which Indian state secured the top position in NITI Aayog’s Fiscal Health Index (FHI) 2025?
A) Maharashtra
B) Tamil Nadu
C) Odisha
D) Gujarat
E) Karnataka
Answer Key:
Correct Answer: C) Odisha
Explanation:
NITI Aayog released the Fiscal Health Index (FHI) 2025 on January 24, 2025, in New Delhi, with Odisha emerging as the top-performing state. The report evaluates the fiscal health of 18 major Indian states based on public expenditure, revenue generation, and debt sustainability for the 2022-23 financial year. The report was launched by Dr. Arvind Panagariya, Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission, in the presence of Suman Bery (Vice Chairman, NITI Aayog) and BVR Subrahmanyam (CEO, NITI Aayog).
6) In January 2025, the Madhya Pradesh government announced a ban on the sale of liquor in how many religious towns across the state?
A) 10
B) 12
C) 15
D) 17
E) 20
Answer Key:
Correct Answer: D) 17
Explanation:
On January 24, 2025, the Mohan Yadav-led BJP government in Madhya Pradesh announced a ban on the sale of liquor in 17 religious towns across the state. The decision was made during a Cabinet meeting held in Maheshwar, Khargone district, to commemorate the 300th birth anniversary of Devi Ahilyabai Holkar. The move reflects the government’s commitment to preserving the sanctity of religious sites.
7) Which Indian state became the first in independent India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) on January 27, 2025?
A) Gujarat
B) Madhya Pradesh
C) Uttarakhand
D) Rajasthan
E) Himachal Pradesh
Answer Key:
Correct Answer: C) Uttarakhand
Explanation:
On January 27, 2025, Uttarakhand became the first state in independent India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). The UCC aims to provide uniform personal laws across all religions and communities, ensuring equal rights and responsibilities for all citizens. This move fulfills a major BJP election promise and has been a key issue since the 2022 Uttarakhand Assembly elections.
8) Which Indian Union Territory launched the ‘Digital Tree Aadhar’ initiative to protect iconic chinar trees?
A) Ladakh
B) Himachal Pradesh
C) Jammu & Kashmir
D) Sikkim
E) Arunachal Pradesh
Answer Key:
Correct Answer: C) Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation:
The Jammu & Kashmir Forest Research Institute (JKFRI) launched the ‘Digital Tree Aadhar’ initiative to protect the region’s iconic chinar trees from threats like urbanization and infrastructure development. Each chinar tree will receive a unique digital identity, ensuring better conservation, biodiversity protection, and cultural heritage preservation. The project raises awareness about the ecological and historical significance of these trees.
9) Which Indian bank became the first to implement Clari5’s National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP) Integration Solution for fraud prevention?
A) State Bank of India (SBI)
B) HDFC Bank
C) Punjab National Bank (PNB)
D) ICICI Bank
E) Axis Bank
Answer Key:
Correct Answer: C) Punjab National Bank (PNB)
Explanation:
Punjab National Bank (PNB) became the first Indian bank to integrate Clari5’s National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP) Solution in partnership with the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C). This system enables automated, real-time processing of cybercrime complaints across various retail banking channels, including Internet and Mobile Banking, ATMs, UPI, and NEFT/RTGS, strengthening fraud prevention and complaint management.
10)Who has been appointed as India’s next Ambassador to Israel, as announced on January 24, 2025?
A) Harsh Vardhan Shringla
B) Vinay Mohan Kwatra
C) Jitender Pal Singh
D) T. S. Tirumurti
E) Jaideep Mazumdar
Answer Key:
Correct Answer: C) Jitender Pal Singh
Explanation:
On January 24, 2025, the Government of India announced the appointment of Jitender Pal Singh as India’s next Ambassador to Israel. An Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer from the 2002 batch, Singh previously led the Pakistan-Afghanistan-Iran division within the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) since 2020. He is currently serving in the office of the External Affairs Minister, bringing significant diplomatic experience to his new role.
