1. Which state has rolled out the 'Green Energy Corridor' project to strengthen the transmission of renewable power?
Answer: D. The project builds grid infrastructure that carries solar and wind electricity across the state, backing Gujarat's push for sustainable energy.
2. The newly launched 'National AI Portal' is meant to act as a single window for what?
Answer: E. The portal gathers AI-related information in one place for India, covering research, startups, education and policy work in the field.
3. A fresh regulatory framework recently brought in by the RBI deals with which area?
Answer: B. The central bank's new rules supervise digital lenders, with the goals of transparency, consumer protection and curbing unethical conduct.
4. Electoral bonds can be issued by which authorised bank, as per the recent announcement?
Answer: C. SBI was named as the designated issuer of these bonds, which serve as a transparent route for donating to political parties.
5. Per fiscal year, what ceiling applies to an individual's holding of Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs)?
Answer: A. Government guidelines let a single investor subscribe to Sovereign Gold Bonds worth up to four kilograms of gold in each financial year.
6. Which of these is the 'Prompt Corrective Action' (PCA) framework linked to?
Answer: D. Under PCA the RBI keeps watch on banks showing financial stress and takes corrective steps meant to bring their health back.
7. Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) is a government scheme that encourages which kind of cultivation?
Answer: B. PKVY nudges farmers toward organic methods, cutting reliance on chemical fertilisers and pesticides and supporting sustainable agriculture.
8. Amravati in Maharashtra has been picked for which product under the 'One District One Product' (ODOP) scheme?
Answer: A. The district was recognised for its oranges under ODOP, a step intended to lift the local economy and showcase the region's signature produce.
9. The 'National Academic Depository' (NAD) was set up to tackle which problem?
Answer: C. NAD keeps academic awards from institutions in digital form, so fake certificates become harder and checking them becomes quicker.
10. Polluted rivers were highlighted in recent studies as a contributor to which concern?
Answer: E. Research found that river pollutants can get into the air and carry disease-causing organisms along, creating a serious public health risk.
11. In which city was the first UN Conference on Glaciers, where India spoke on the Indus Waters Treaty, held?
Answer: B. The notes place the conference in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.
12. Which institution curated India's pavilion at the Osaka World Expo 2025?
Answer: B. The notes state IGNCA curated the India Pavilion.
13. Under the RTE norms discussed for unrecognised schools, what share of Class 1 seats is reserved for economically weaker sections?
Answer: C. RTE norms listed 25% reservation in Class 1 for economically weaker sections.
14. Which body was finalising the National Brain Health Blueprint in June 2025?
Answer: B. NITI Aayog was the lead policy maker drafting the blueprint.
15. Under which parent scheme was the NAKSHA urban land survey programme launched in 2024?
Answer: A. NAKSHA was started in 2024 under DILRMP, per the notes.