Weekly Current Affairs: 09 March QuizWeekly Summery /60 Report a question What's wrong with this question? You cannot submit an empty report. Please add some details. 123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930313233343536373839404142434445464748495051525354555657585960 Weekly Current Affairs Quiz: 09 March 2025 1 / 60 1. What is the purpose of ‘Jan Aushadhi Diwas’? To promote the usage of generic medicines To support women’s health To raise awareness about health insurance To provide free medical treatments ‘Jan Aushadhi Diwas’ is celebrated to raise awareness about the importance of generic medicines and promote their usage across India, as part of the PMBJP initiative. 2 / 60 2. Who was Fred Stolle? A famous tennis player from the USA A cricket legend from Australia An iconic tennis player from Australia A famous football player from the UK Fred Stolle was an iconic Australian tennis player who played a key role in Australia’s Davis Cup victories in the 1960s. 3 / 60 3. The Inland Waterways Authority of India signed an MoU with which state government to develop river cruise tourism? Jammu & Kashmir Kerala Maharashtra Uttar Pradesh The IWAI signed an MoU with the Jammu & Kashmir government to develop river cruise tourism in the region. 4 / 60 4. Which honor was awarded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic? Bharat Ratna Honorary Order of Freedom of Barbados Padma Vibhushan Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded the ‘Honorary Order of Freedom of Barbados’ for his leadership and support during the COVID-19 pandemic. 5 / 60 5. Who launched the ‘Project Hifazat’? Maneka Gandhi Mamata Banerjee Dr. Baljit Kaur Pinarayi Vijayan Dr. Baljit Kaur, Punjab’s Social Security, Women, and Child Development Minister, launched 'Project Hifazat' to enhance safety and protection for women and children affected by violence. 6 / 60 6. What is the theme for International Women’s Day 2025? Empower Women Everywhere Women in Leadership Gender Equality Now Accelerate Action The theme for International Women’s Day 2025 is 'Accelerate Action' to honor women’s achievements and promote gender equality. 7 / 60 7. The Festival of Letters 2025 will be hosted by which organization? National Book Trust National Library of India Sahitya Akademi Indian Council for Cultural Relations The Festival of Letters 2025 will be hosted by the Sahitya Akademi, India’s premier literary institution, in New Delhi. 8 / 60 8. In the 19th edition of The Wealth Report 2025, what is India's global ranking for High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNWI)? 2nd 4th 3rd 1st India ranks 4th globally for the population of High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNWI), with 85,698 individuals, a 6% increase from the previous year. 9 / 60 9. Which app launched the ‘Insuring HEROES’ campaign? Google Pay Amazon Pay PhonePe Paytm PhonePe launched the ‘Insuring HEROES’ campaign to promote financial security among women by offering exclusive discounts on life and health insurance plans. 10 / 60 10. Who is the first woman Law Secretary of India? Priya Sharma Anju Rathi Rana Meena Gupta Smita Agarwal Anju Rathi Rana was appointed as the first woman Law Secretary of India, marking a historic moment in the Ministry of Law and Justice. 11 / 60 11. When will the Khelo India Para Games (KIPG) 2025 take place? February 15-22, 2025 March 20-27, 2025 April 1-7, 2025 March 10-17, 2025 The Khelo India Para Games (KIPG) 2025 will be held in New Delhi from March 20 to 27, bringing together over 1,230 para athletes. 12 / 60 12. What is the total capital cost for the ropeway project from Sonprayag to Kedarnath? Rs. 4,081.28 crore Rs. 5,500 crore Rs. 2,000 crore Rs. 1,000 crore The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCE approved a ropeway project from Sonprayag to Kedarnath at a capital cost of Rs. 4,081.28 crore. 13 / 60 13. Where is the Cheetah Reintroduction Project expanding after Kuno National Park? Gir National Park, Gujarat Banni Grasslands, Gujarat Sundarbans, West Bengal Jim Corbett National Park, Uttarakhand The Cheetah Reintroduction Project will expand to Banni Grasslands in Gujarat and Gandhisagar Sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh after its initial success in Kuno National Park. 14 / 60 14. Who has been appointed as the Executive Director at the RBI? Ajit Ratnakar Joshi Shaktikanta Das Urijit Patel Raghuram Rajan Ajit Ratnakar Joshi has been appointed as Executive Director at RBI, overseeing Statistics, Information Management, and Financial Stability departments. 15 / 60 15. According to a Lancet study, how many overweight people could India have by 2050? 440 million 500 million 100 million 300 million The Lancet study suggests that India may have over 440 million overweight and obese people by 2050, making it the second highest globally after China. 16 / 60 16. What platform was launched by Kerala CM for enhancing cybersecurity? TRINETRA Shakti Kaveri Aastha The TRINETRA platform, an AI-powered cybersecurity solution, was launched by Kerala CM to secure police systems and critical infrastructure. 17 / 60 17. What global rank did India secure for start-ups over the past decade? 3rd 2nd 1st 4th India secured the Global Rank 3 for start-ups, driven by government initiatives and significant growth in innovation. 18 / 60 18. Where will India's first commercial semiconductor fab be located? Bengaluru Hyderabad Chennai Dholera India’s first commercial semiconductor fab will be established in Dholera, Gujarat, under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) with Tata Electronics. 19 / 60 19. What is the newly renamed air-to-air missile of India? Astra MK-II Brahmos Gandiva Nag The Astra MK-III, India’s advanced air-to-air missile, has been renamed Gandiva, after the legendary bow of Arjuna from the Mahabharata. 20 / 60 20. Who inaugurated the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) 2025 in New Delhi? Pinarayi Vijayan Jitendra Singh Bhupender Yadav Narendra Modi Bhupender Yadav, the Union Minister for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, inaugurated the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) 2025 in New Delhi. 21 / 60 21. What is unique about the hydrogen-powered trucks launched by Tata Motors? They run on solar energy They are the first to be used in commercial air travel They operate on biofuels They are powered by hydrogen fuel cells and internal combustion engines Tata Motors launched the first-ever trials of hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks in India, utilizing hydrogen internal combustion engines (H2-ICE) and fuel cell (H2-FCEV) technologies for freight routes. 22 / 60 22. What is the Cities Coalition for Circularity (C-3)? A global project to enhance city tourism A partnership for nuclear energy in cities An initiative for better waste management in rural areas A multi-nation alliance for sustainable urban development C-3 is a new international initiative launched by India, aiming to promote sustainable urban development through city-to-city collaboration, waste management, and resource efficiency. 23 / 60 23. Where was the first 'Festival of Indian Cinema' held in March 2025? Tokyo London New York Montana The first 'Festival of Indian Cinema' was held in Montana, showcasing Indian cultural diversity through films like "English Vinglish" and "Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara." 24 / 60 24. What did the Supreme Court of India rule about disability-based discrimination in March 2025? It is no longer a punishable offense The right against disability-based discrimination should be considered a fundamental right The Supreme Court's ruling aligns with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPw Act, 2016, ensuring equal opportunities and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. 25 / 60 25. What was the milestone achieved by Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost? First private spacecraft to reach Venus First spacecraft to land on Mars Second private spacecraft to land on the Moon First commercial space station launched Blue Ghost, launched by Firefly Aerospace, became the second commercial spacecraft to land on the Moon, marking a significant step in space exploration. 26 / 60 26. Which famous Indian table tennis player announced his retirement in March 2025? Sharath Kamal Vikas Krishan Manoj Kumar Gautam Gambhir Sharath Kamal, a five-time Olympian and ten-time national champion, announced his retirement at the WTT Star Contender in Chennai in March 2025. 27 / 60 27. What did DRDO successfully conduct high-altitude trials for? New radar system for fighter jets Integrated Life Support System for LCA Tejas Indigenous Jet Engine Long-range missile system DRDO conducted high-altitude trials for the Integrated Life Support System (ILSS) designed for the LCA Tejas aircraft, which generates and regulates breathable oxygen at altitudes up to 50,000 feet. 28 / 60 28. Who was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Vibrant Bharat Global Summit 2025? Ratan Tata Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Dr. Suborno Bose Dr. Manmohan Singh Dr. Suborno Bose, Chairman of IIHM, received the award for his work in integrating technology, especially AI, with hospitality education, marking a significant achievement in his career. 29 / 60 29. Why were Pakistan, Russia, and Congo banned by FIFA for the 2026 World Cup? Due to lack of players Due to administrative failures, geopolitical sanctions, and third-party interference For financial misconduct For failing to host qualifying matches FIFA suspended these countries due to various issues, including governance problems and interference in football federation activities, which affected their participation in the 2026 World Cup. 30 / 60 30. What is the main objective of the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan (PM-SYM) Yojana? To provide social security to unorganised sector workers To provide financial aid to farmers To promote technology in agriculture To provide education to underprivileged children The PM-SYM is a pension scheme aimed at providing a minimum monthly pension of ₹3,000 after the age of 60 for workers in the unorganised sector with a monthly income of up to ₹15,000. 31 / 60 31. What is the Union government's proposal regarding the share of central tax in state revenues? Maintain the current share Increase the share Eliminate the share completely Reduce the share from 41% to 40% The Union government is considering reducing the share of central tax revenues allocated to states from 41% to 40%, with the recommendation to be submitted to the Finance Commission of India for the fiscal year 2026-27. 32 / 60 32. What is the primary aim of NASA's SPHEREx telescope? To create a 3D map of the moon To explore Mars To map galaxies in 3D and test theories of inflation To monitor global weather patterns NASA's SPHEREx telescope aims to create the most detailed map of the universe, using infrared spectroscopy to analyze light in 96 bands, helping test theories of cosmic inflation. 33 / 60 33. What does the Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) track? The performance of the Indian stock market The performance of eight key industries contributing to the IIP The country's total GDP growth The performance of agricultural exports The Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) tracks the performance of industries like coal, crude oil, natural gas, steel, and electricity, which contribute significantly to the Index of Industrial Production (IIP). 34 / 60 34. What is the title of the autobiography of Kailash Satyarthi, discussed in a literary event? "Children's Champion" "A Life of Struggle" "The Path to Justice" "Diyaslai" Diyaslai is the autobiography of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Kailash Satyarthi, which highlights his work in social justice, child rights, and global compassion. 35 / 60 35. Which Ethiopian volcano released massive methane plumes recently? Mount Kilimanjaro Mount Fentale Mount Erebus Mount Vesuvius Mount Fentale, located in northern Ethiopia, released large methane plumes, raising concerns about the impact of methane, a potent greenhouse gas, on the climate and local ecosystems. 36 / 60 36. Where did Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi pay tribute to Indian soldiers who fought in World War I? France Germany Belgium United Kingdom Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi laid a wreath at the Neuve-Chapelle Memorial in France, honoring the Indian soldiers who fought in World War I during the Battle of Neuve-Chapelle. 37 / 60 37. How many states and Union Territories in India have achieved at least half of the targets in only 4 SDGs? 36 10 4 20 According to the State of States Report 2025, 36 Indian states and UTs have achieved at least half of the targets in 4 of the 15 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). 38 / 60 38. What is the aim of the "Sashakt Panchayat-Netri Abhiyan" being launched by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj? Providing free education to women and promoting banking activity among women Strengthening the capacity-building of women elected representatives in Panchayati Raj Institutions The "Sashakt Panchayat-Netri Abhiyan" is aimed at empowering and building the capacity of women elected representatives of Panchayati Raj Institutions to enhance their effectiveness in governance. 39 / 60 39. What is the goal of the new technique developed by researchers at CeNS in Bengaluru? Enhancing next-generation lighting Enhancing solar energy Advancing wireless communication Improving space technology Researchers at the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences in Bengaluru have developed a technique to enhance lighting technologies like OLEDs, QLEDs, and mini-LEDs, which are shaping the future of lighting. 40 / 60 40. Which vessel is India launching to retrace ancient trade routes to Oman in 2025? Solar-Powered Ship Steel Ship Stitched Ship Wooden Ship India is launching a stitched ship, made using coir ropes and natural resins, which follows techniques dating back to the 5th century. This historic ship will sail to Oman by the end of 2025, retracing ancient trade routes. 41 / 60 41. Which two companies were given the Navratna status by the government? NTPC and IRCTC BHEL and IRFC IRCTC and ONGC IRFC and IRCTC The Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRF and the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCT were given the Navratna status by the government, recognizing their significant contributions and performance. 42 / 60 42. Who set the indoor shot put record by crossing 16 meters in 2025? Gabby Morns Abha Khatua Mya Lesnar Krishna Jayasankar Krishna Jayasankar became the first Indian woman to throw over 16 meters in indoor shot put with a 16.03m throw, setting a new record at the 2025 Mountain West Indoor Track & Field Championships. 43 / 60 43. How many river dolphins were recorded in India’s first-ever river dolphin survey? 6,327 4,500 8,000 10,000 India’s first river dolphin survey recorded 6,327 dolphins across 28 rivers in eight states, emphasizing the need for conservation efforts, eco-tourism, and better connectivity. 44 / 60 44. What is the goal of the “Mukhyamantri Ekal Mahila Swarozgar Yojana” in Uttarakhand? Promoting women’s health Empowering women through financial assistance Providing housing for women Offering scholarships to women The Mukhyamantri Ekal Mahila Swarozgar Yojana aims to empower single women, including those who are unmarried, divorced, or differently-abled, by offering financial assistance of up to 2 lakh rupees, with 75% of the amount as a grant. 45 / 60 45. Where did PM Modi inaugurate the Vantara Animal Rescue Center? Gandhinagar Ahmedabad Surat Jamnagar PM Modi inaugurated the Vantara Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation Center in Jamnagar, Gujarat, to focus on wildlife conservation, especially for Asiatic Lions and Snow Leopards. 46 / 60 46. What was the focus of the workshop organized in Punjab on 'Cyber Crime, Forensics & Law'? Addressing technology-driven crimes and cybersecurity Enhancing social media usage Advancing artificial intelligence Promoting e-commerce The workshop in Punjab focused on addressing cyber crimes and improving cybersecurity measures to protect critical infrastructure, emphasizing the need for experts in cybersecurity and cyber law. 47 / 60 47. Where is India’s first World Peace Center located? Bangalore Delhi Mumbai Gurugram India’s first World Peace Center was inaugurated in Gurugram, Haryana, aiming to promote non-violence, human values, spiritual awareness, and universal brotherhood. 48 / 60 48. Which state offers electricity at a nominal fee of just Rs 5 for farmers? Rajasthan Uttar Pradesh Madhya Pradesh Gujarat Madhya Pradesh has announced a scheme where farmers will receive permanent electricity connections for just Rs 5, improving agricultural productivity and easing financial burdens. 49 / 60 49. Who was sworn in as Uruguay’s President, marking the return of the leftist Broad Front coalition? Yamandú Orsi Levi’s Diljit Dosanjh Donald Trump Yamandú Orsi was sworn in as Uruguay's President, signaling the return of the leftist Broad Front coalition after five years of conservative rule. 50 / 60 50. Where will the Khelo India Winter Games 2025 be hosted? Shimla Manali Gulmarg Dharamsala The Khelo India Winter Games 2025 will be hosted in Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir, from March 9 to 12, after being postponed due to a lack of snow earlier in the year. 51 / 60 51. Who hosted the 97th Academy Awards held on March 2, 2025? Jimmy Fallon Conan O'Brien Stephen Colbert Ellen DeGeneres Conan O'Brien hosted the 97th Academy Awards ceremony, which took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on March 2, 2025. 52 / 60 52. What is Ocelot developed by Amazon Web Services? A new artificial intelligence system A new programming language A cloud storage service A quantum computing chip Ocelot is Amazon Web Services' first prototype quantum computing chip, designed to reduce error correction costs by up to 90 percent. 53 / 60 53. Who is the first woman pilot permanently assigned to the Indian Air Force's Jaguar fighter jet squadron? Sonal Gupta Tanushka Singh Priya Sharma Anjali Verma Flying Officer Tanushka Singh has made history as the first woman pilot to be permanently assigned to the IAF’s Jaguar fighter jet squadron. 54 / 60 54. Which team did Vidarbha defeat to claim their third Ranji Trophy title? Karnataka Gujarat Mumbai Kerala Vidarbha defeated Kerala to win their third Ranji Trophy title at the VCA Stadium in Nagpur, with key performances from Darshan Nalkande and Akshay Karnewar. 55 / 60 55. What new system did Delhi Airport introduce to enhance airside operations? Real-time Flight Tracking System Automated Baggage Handling System Smart Airside Navigation System Unified Total Airside Management (UTAM) The Unified Total Airside Management (UTAM) system uses AI, ML, IoT, and radar to track vehicles and improve airside operations at Delhi Airport. 56 / 60 56. Which state inaugurated a ₹1,000-crore green hydrogen plant in 2025? Telangana Gujarat Tamil Nadu Andhra Pradesh Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated Hero Future Energies' green hydrogen plant in Tirupati, a pioneering project for industrial decarbonization. 57 / 60 57. What language did President Donald Trump declare as the official language of the United States? Mandarin Spanish French English President Donald Trump announced English as the official language of the United States through an executive order, marking a significant change in U.S. policy. 58 / 60 58. When did Virat Kohli play his 300th One Day International (ODI) match? March 2, 2025 March 1, 2025 January 1, 2025 February 28, 2025 Virat Kohli reached the milestone of playing his 300th ODI match on March 2, 2025, during the Champions Trophy match against New Zealand in Dubai. 59 / 60 59. Who received the Icon of Excellence award at the Forbes India Leadership Awards 2025? Mukesh Ambani N. Chandrababu Naidu Jay Shah Sourav Ganguly Jay Shah, the chairman of the International Cricket Council (IC, was honored with the Icon of Excellence award at the 14th Edition of the Forbes India Leadership Awards in 2025. 60 / 60 60. Which sports team has City Union Bank partnered with for a co-branded credit card? 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