National Current Affairs From The Hindu

1. The Government of Manipur has decided to reopen which major highway to restore free movement in the State?

A. NH-27
B. NH-44
C. NH-102
D. NH-37

Answer: B. NH-44

Explanation: The Manipur Government announced the reopening of National Highway-44 for free movement after months of restrictions. The decision is aimed at restoring normalcy and improving connectivity in the State.

2. The Government of Manipur recently announced the reopening of National Highway-102 to restore connectivity between Imphal and which city?

A. Kohima
B. Aizawl
C. Agartala
D. Dimapur

Answer: A. Kohima

Explanation: The Manipur Government announced the reopening of National Highway-102, an important route connecting Imphal with Kohima in Nagaland. Along with NH-44, the decision aims to restore the movement of people and essential goods.

3. The proposed delimitation exercise in India is expected to be based on the first Census conducted after which year?

A. 2001
B. 2011
C. 2021
D. 2026

Answer: D. 2026

Explanation: As per the constitutional provisions introduced through the 84th and 87th Constitutional Amendments, the freeze on the readjustment of Lok Sabha and State Assembly seats continues until the first Census conducted after 2026. The subsequent delimitation exercise will use the population figures from that Census.

4. Which Constitutional Amendment froze the allocation of Lok Sabha and State Assembly seats based on the 1971 Census until the first Census after 2026?

A. 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976
B. 61st Constitutional Amendment Act, 1989
C. 84th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2001
D. 97th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2011

Answer: C. 84th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2001

Explanation: The 84th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2001 extended the freeze on the readjustment of Lok Sabha and State Assembly seats until the first Census after 2026. However, it permitted limited readjustment of constituencies based on the 2001 Census without altering the total number of seats.

5. Which law governing foreign funding has recently been proposed for amendment, drawing objections from several Christian organisations?

A. Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002
B. Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010
C. Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967
D. Societies Registration Act, 1860

Answer: B. Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010

Explanation: Christian organisations have opposed the proposed amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 2010, arguing that the changes could adversely affect the functioning of civil society organisations receiving foreign contributions.

6. The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), frequently seen in the news, primarily regulates which of the following?

A. Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into companies
B. Import and export of goods
C. Acceptance and utilisation of foreign contributions by individuals and organisations
D. Overseas employment of Indian citizens

Answer: C. Acceptance and utilisation of foreign contributions by individuals and organisations

Explanation: The FCRA regulates the acceptance and utilisation of foreign contributions and hospitality by individuals, associations and NGOs to ensure that such funds do not adversely affect the sovereignty, integrity and democratic functioning of the country.

7. The recently released handbook on gender sensitivity in courts has been prepared by which institution?

A. National Commission for Women (NCW)
B. Ministry of Women and Child Development
C. Supreme Court of India
D. National Judicial Academy

Answer: C. Supreme Court of India

Explanation: The Supreme Court has released an updated handbook on gender sensitivity to promote gender-inclusive language and reduce stereotypes in judicial proceedings. It serves as a guide for judges while dealing with cases, particularly those involving sexual offences.

8. The Supreme Court’s updated handbook on gender sensitivity primarily aims to:

A. Amend provisions of the Indian Penal Code
B. Prescribe punishment for gender-based offences
C. Promote gender-sensitive language and judicial practices while reducing stereotypes in court proceedings
D. Create special courts for women

Answer: C. Promote gender-sensitive language and judicial practices while reducing stereotypes in court proceedings

Explanation: The handbook recommends the use of respectful and gender-sensitive language, discourages stereotypical expressions, and provides guidance for handling cases involving sexual offences with greater sensitivity and fairness.

9. Section 22A of the Registration Act, recently in the news in Telangana, primarily empowers the government to:

A. Levy property tax on urban land
B. Prohibit the registration of specified categories of properties
C. Acquire private land for industrial projects
D. Conduct land surveys across States

Answer: B. Prohibit the registration of specified categories of properties

Explanation: Section 22A of the Registration Act empowers the State Government to prohibit the registration of specified categories of properties, such as government land, waqf land, assigned land, endowment land and other disputed or protected lands, to prevent fraudulent transactions.

10. Which of the following categories of land is commonly included under the prohibited property list maintained under Section 22A?

A. Government land and Waqf land
B. Agricultural land only
C. Forest land only
D. Private residential apartments only

Answer: A. Government land and Waqf land

Explanation: The prohibited property list under Section 22A generally includes government land, waqf land, endowment land, assigned land and other legally protected categories to safeguard public assets and prevent illegal registrations.

International Current Affairs

11. The U.S. Senate recently approved legislation imposing up to a 100% tariff on imports from countries purchasing which country’s oil and natural gas?

A. China
B. Iran
C. Russia
D. Venezuela

Answer: C. Russia

Explanation: The U.S. Senate cleared legislation proposing tariffs of up to 100% on imports from countries that continue purchasing Russian oil and natural gas. The measure is intended to increase economic pressure over the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

12. Which three countries have recently entered into a trilateral security framework under the “Mecca Agreement”?

A. Saudi Arabia, Iran and Türkiye
B. Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye
C. Qatar, Pakistan and Türkiye
D. Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Jordan

Answer: B. Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye

Explanation: Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye have entered into a new trilateral framework, referred to as the Mecca Agreement, aimed at strengthening collective security, strategic cooperation and regional stability in West Asia. The development reflects evolving geopolitical alignments in the region.

13. Iran recently stated that the Strait of Hormuz would not reopen until the United States ‘corrects its behaviour’. The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf with which water body?

A. Red Sea
B. Gulf of Aden
C. Arabian Sea (through the Gulf of Oman)
D. Mediterranean Sea

Answer: C. Arabian Sea (through the Gulf of Oman)

Explanation: The Strait of Hormuz is a strategically important maritime chokepoint connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. A significant share of the world’s crude oil and liquefied natural gas exports passes through this narrow waterway.

Economy & Banking Current Affairs

14. According to a Parliamentary Standing Committee report, approximately what percentage of new industrial units established in Jammu & Kashmir since 2019 are owned by local entrepreneurs?

A. 60%
B. 70%
C. 80%
D. 90%

Answer: D. 90%

Explanation: A Parliamentary Standing Committee reported that around 90% of the industrial units established in Jammu & Kashmir after 2019 are owned by local entrepreneurs. The report highlights increased local participation in industrial development following policy reforms.

15. Which fee is charged to merchants by payment service providers for processing UPI transactions?

A. Transaction Processing Fee (TPF)
B. Merchant Discount Rate (MDR)
C. Service Settlement Charge (SSC)
D. Unified Payment Fee (UPF)

Answer: B. Merchant Discount Rate (MDR)

Explanation: Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) is the fee charged to merchants by banks or payment service providers for processing digital payments. At present, person-to-merchant (P2M) UPI transactions do not attract MDR, though discussions on its future framework continue.

16. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently asked Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs) to join which umbrella organisation to strengthen the cooperative banking sector?

A. NABARD
B. National Urban Cooperative Finance and Development Corporation (NUCFDC)
C. SIDBI
D. National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC)

Answer: B. National Urban Cooperative Finance and Development Corporation (NUCFDC)

Explanation: The RBI has encouraged Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs) to become members of the National Urban Cooperative Finance and Development Corporation (NUCFDC). The umbrella organisation is intended to provide shared banking infrastructure, technology support, liquidity assistance, and other common services to strengthen the cooperative banking sector.

17. India recently exported Makhana to which country for the first time?

A. Japan
B. Australia
C. Germany
D. United Arab Emirates

Answer: B. Australia

Explanation: India shipped Makhana (fox nuts) to Australia for the first time, marking a significant step in expanding exports of agricultural and processed food products to new international markets.

18. Makhana, recently exported to Australia, is primarily obtained from which plant?

A. Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera)
B. Fox nut plant (Euryale ferox)
C. Water chestnut (Trapa natans)
D. Water lily (Nymphaea nouchali)

Answer: B. Fox nut plant (Euryale ferox)

Explanation: Makhana, also known as fox nuts, is obtained from the seeds of Euryale ferox, an aquatic plant. Bihar is India’s leading producer of Makhana, and the crop has gained recognition for its nutritional and export potential.

Science & Technology Current Affairs

19. Kimi K3, recently featured in the news, is an Artificial Intelligence (AI) model developed by which country?

A. United States
B. China
C. Japan
D. South Korea

Answer: B. China

Explanation: Kimi K3 is an open-weight large language model developed by Chinese AI company Moonshot AI. It has attracted global attention for its performance and reflects China’s growing capabilities in generative artificial intelligence.

20. Researchers have recently used Artificial Intelligence (AI) to design viruses capable of killing which type of bacteria?

A. Nitrogen-fixing bacteria
B. Antibiotic-resistant bacteria
C. Cyanobacteria
D. Probiotic bacteria

Answer: B. Antibiotic-resistant bacteria

Explanation: Scientists have used AI to design bacteriophages (viruses that infect bacteria) capable of targeting antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The study demonstrates how generative AI can accelerate the development of precision therapies against drug-resistant infections.

Defence & Security Current Affairs

21. An Indian Air Force officer was recently arrested for allegedly leaking sensitive defence information to an operative linked to which country?

A. China
B. Bangladesh
C. Pakistan
D. Nepal

Answer: C. Pakistan

Explanation: An Indian Air Force Wing Commander was arrested for allegedly sharing classified military information with an operative linked to Pakistan through social media. The case highlights the growing threat of espionage and honey-trap operations using digital platforms.

Environment & Climate Change Current Affairs

22. Which river overflowed, leading to severe flooding in Sivasagar district of Assam?

A. Brahmaputra
B. Barak
C. Dikhow
D. Subansiri

Answer: C. Dikhow

Explanation: Heavy rainfall caused the Dikhow River to overflow, inundating large parts of Sivasagar district. Rescue operations were carried out by disaster response teams to evacuate stranded residents.

Sports Current Affairs

23. Indian athlete Ashish recently created history by becoming India’s first medallist in which event at the World Under-20 Athletics Championships?

A. High Jump
B. Long Jump
C. Javelin Throw
D. Shot Put

Answer: C. Javelin Throw

Explanation: Ashish became the first Indian athlete to win a medal in the javelin throw at the World Under-20 Athletics Championships, marking a significant achievement for Indian athletics.

24. Which city will host the 2026 European Athletics Championships, where Armand “Mondo” Duplantis will bid for his fourth European title?

A. Rome
B. Paris
C. Birmingham
D. Berlin

Answer: C. Birmingham

Explanation: Birmingham, United Kingdom, will host the 2026 European Athletics Championships. Swedish pole vaulter Armand “Mondo” Duplantis will aim to win his fourth consecutive European outdoor title at the event.

25. Armand “Mondo” Duplantis, frequently seen in the news, is associated with which sporting event?

A. High Jump
B. Pole Vault
C. Triple Jump
D. Javelin Throw

Answer: B. Pole Vault

Explanation: Armand Duplantis of Sweden is regarded as one of the greatest pole vaulters in history. He is a multiple Olympic and World Champion and has broken the men’s pole vault world record numerous times.

26. Which country will host India’s Davis Cup tie against South Korea later this year?

A. India
B. South Korea
C. Japan
D. Thailand

Answer: B. South Korea

Explanation: South Korea has opted to host the Davis Cup World Group I tie against India on hard courts at the Olympic Tennis Centre in Seoul. The surface selection is expected to provide the home team with an advantage.

27. The Davis Cup is an international competition associated with which sport?

A. Badminton
B. Squash
C. Tennis
D. Table Tennis

Answer: C. Tennis

Explanation: The Davis Cup is the premier international men’s team tennis competition organised by the International Tennis Federation (ITF). Nations compete against each other in knockout ties.

Apps, Portals & Digital Initiatives Current Affairs

28. The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has directed insurers to submit data for the implementation of which initiative?

A. Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
B. Insurance Sugam Platform (ISP)
C. Account Aggregator Framework
D. National Health Claims Portal

Answer: B. Insurance Sugam Platform (ISP)

Explanation: IRDAI has asked insurers to provide detailed policy, premium, claims, and investment-related data for the implementation of the Insurance Sugam Platform (ISP), a digital initiative aimed at simplifying insurance services through a unified platform.

Art & Culture Current Affairs

29. Rare celluloid film reels from which Indian State are being professionally restored and digitised in Italy?

A. Assam
B. Manipur
C. Mizoram
D. Nagaland

Answer: B. Manipur

Explanation: A collection of rare and fragile film reels containing vintage Manipuri short films from the 1930s to the 1960s is undergoing professional restoration and digitisation in Italy. The initiative aims to preserve an important part of India’s cinematic and cultural heritage.

30. The Sabarimala Temple, recently seen in the news over the ropeway project investigation, is located in which Indian State?

A. Tamil Nadu
B. Karnataka
C. Kerala
D. Andhra Pradesh

Answer: C. Kerala

Explanation: Sabarimala is one of India’s most important pilgrimage centres dedicated to Lord Ayyappa. It is situated in the Pathanamthitta district of Kerala and attracts millions of devotees every year during the pilgrimage season.