1. Whose 34% tariff on every US import, effective April 10, 2025, was a counter to American duties?
Answer: D. China's 34% levy on all goods from the US, from April 10, 2025, was payback for tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.
2. How did the European Union react to US tariffs on its products?
Answer: E. The EU backed a 25% levy on certain American goods as a countermeasure, seeking to uphold multilateral trade norms and protect its industries.
3. What total cost did the Indian Cabinet sanction for the M-CADWM scheme to strengthen irrigation infrastructure?
Answer: A. The Cabinet cleared the Modified Command Area Development and Water Management scheme at a total cost of ₹1,600 Crore.
4. Crèche facilities for working mothers' children come as part of an integrated services package under which scheme?
Answer: B. The Palna Scheme bundles services such as crèche care to support working mothers and look after their children.
5. The first 3D-printed train station in the world was built in which country?
Answer: C. Japan constructed this station, a showcase of new construction technology.
6. Which monetary policy stance did the RBI adopt in April 2025?
Answer: D. Alongside its second consecutive rate cut in FY26, the RBI moved to an accommodative stance to support economic growth.
7. The 'Elite Plus' account for high net-worth individuals was introduced by which bank?
Answer: E. Bandhan Bank brought out 'Elite Plus', an account built for HNIs with exclusive banking services.
8. What GDP growth forecast did the Asian Development Bank give for India in FY26 after its revision?
Answer: A. In its April 2025 outlook the ADB cut India's FY26 growth estimate to 6.7% from 7%, citing global trade tensions and possible US tariffs on Indian exports.
9. The ₹1,600 crore allocated under M-CADWM for irrigation infrastructure benefits which state(s)?
Answer: B. The outlay is not limited to one state; it will help many states improve irrigation and manage water efficiently.
10. Which initiative did the Ministry of Women and Child Development bring under Mission Shakti for the safety and well-being of women and children?
Answer: C. Palna sits under Mission Shakti and offers crèche facilities and key services that help working mothers and their children.
11. How many Rafale-Marine jets did the Cabinet Committee on Security approve for the Indian Navy?
Answer: C. The CCS approved 26 Rafale-M jets: 22 single-seaters and 4 trainers.
12. The Supreme Court judgment on Governor R.N. Ravi concerned how many Bills passed by the Tamil Nadu Assembly?
Answer: B. The ruling dealt with 10 State Assembly Bills.
13. Which body was asked to draft the new Aadhaar law?
Answer: B. The minister asked UIDAI to begin drafting the revised law.
14. M-CADWM approved by the Union Cabinet is a sub-scheme of which scheme?
Answer: B. It is a sub-scheme of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana.
15. Under which umbrella is the Palna Scheme placed?
Answer: A. Palna is part of the Samarthya sub-scheme under Mission Shakti.