1. Which ministry launched the Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025?
Answer: E. The Union Education Ministry started it to foster grassroots innovation among Class 6–12 students in six lakh schools.
2. What overall rank did India obtain in the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025?
Answer: C. India has climbed from 81st in 2015 to 38th in 2025, although energy productivity and industrial diversification are still weak spots.
3. What is the main focus of the CORE Programme introduced by HQ IDS?
Answer: A. The Combined Operational Review and Evaluation programme seeks to deepen civil-military dialogue, build strategic awareness and promote well-rounded decisions in complex security situations.
4. What growth did S&P Global Ratings keep as its forecast for India's GDP in FY2025-26?
Answer: D. S&P kept FY26 growth at 6.5%, citing domestic demand, a good monsoon and public investment, even though Q1 FY26 growth came in at 7.8%.
5. Into which fund are unclaimed deposits sent after staying inactive for 10 years?
Answer: B. Dormant accounts and matured FDs go to the DEA Fund held at RBI after a decade, and depositors can still claim the money with interest later.
6. In which year did RBI recognise FACE as India's first fintech Self-Regulatory Organisation (SRO)?
Answer: E. The Fintech Association for Consumer Empowerment was given India's first fintech SRO recognition in July 2024, to promote transparency, consumer protection and ethical practices.
7. Which ministry is weighing powers for the Centre to empanel private ODR firms for delayed MSME payments?
Answer: C. The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises is studying the idea to resolve disputes faster, since over 2.5 lakh MSME claims on late payments are pending.
8. Which bank has started eRUPI Person-to-Person (P2P) digital gifting on its UPI app?
Answer: A. Bank of Baroda brought in P2P digital gifting on its own UPI app using NPCI's eRUPI system, enabling secure e-vouchers of up to ₹10,000.
9. Who was given the Dadasaheb Phalke Award at the 71st National Film Awards (2023)?
Answer: D. The veteran actor Mohanlal received the award at the 71st National Film Awards in recognition of his huge contribution to Indian cinema.
10. Which film was named Best Feature Film at the 71st National Film Awards?
Answer: B. The Hindi movie 12th Fail, featuring Vikrant Massey, took the top feature film prize for its moving storytelling and uplifting social message.
11. Which portal digitises Ayurvedic substances and was among the digital platforms highlighted?
Answer: B. The DRAVYA portal digitises Ayurvedic substances, per the notes.
12. What is the total outlay approved for the 25 lakh additional PMUY connections?
Answer: E. Rs 512.5 crore plus Rs 160 crore plus Rs 3.5 crore adds up to Rs 676 crore.
13. Which classes are eligible for the Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025?
Answer: B. Students of Classes 6 to 12 can participate.
14. What was India's rank in the Global Innovation Index 2025 as per the notes?
Answer: A. India ranked 38th in 2025, up from 81st in 2015.
15. Which organisation launched the CORE Programme in New Delhi?
Answer: B. HQ IDS launched the Combined Operational Review and Evaluation Programme.