Weekly Current Affairs: 16 March 2025 MagazineQuiz /46 Report a question What's wrong with this question? You cannot submit an empty report. Please add some details. 12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031323334353637383940414243444546 Weekly Current Affairs Quiz: 16 March 2025 This quiz contains all the important current affairs questions from 10 to 15 March 2025. 1 / 46 1. What percentage of India's land is covered by forests according to ISFR 2023? 24.16% 25.17% 22.05% 20.14% According to the ISFR 2023, India's forest and tree cover has reached 25.17% of the total land area, an increase from 24.16% in 2015, demonstrating significant progress in afforestation and ecological restoration efforts. 2 / 46 2. Who received the Gold Mercury Award 2025 for Peace & Sustainability? Dalai Lama Aung San Suu Kyi Mahatma Gandhi Greta Thunberg The Dalai Lama received the Gold Mercury Award 2025 for his work in promoting peace, non-violence, and environmental stewardship. His advocacy focuses on protecting the Tibetan Plateau, known as the 'Third Pole.' 3 / 46 3. What model does the Oilfield (Regulatory and Development) Amendment Bill, 2024 propose for the oil sector? Revenue-sharing model Cost-sharing model Equity-sharing model Profit-sharing model The Oilfield (Regulatory and Development) Amendment Bill, 2024, introduces a revenue-sharing model to streamline exploration and attract investment, along with a single petroleum lease system. 4 / 46 4. Which missile was successfully test-fired from the Tejas LCA AF MK1? BrahMos missile Astra Air-to-Air missile Akash missile Prithvi missile India's Astra BVRAAM (Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile) was successfully test-fired from the Tejas LCA AF MK1. This missile can engage targets over 100 km away, strengthening India’s air defense capabilities. 5 / 46 5. Which state's government replaced the rupee symbol with a Tamil letter in its budget logo? Tamil Nadu Kerala Karnataka Andhra Pradesh The Tamil Nadu government replaced the rupee symbol with the Tamil letter '௽' in its state budget, sparking debates on the imposition of Hindi and promoting regional language representation in governance. 6 / 46 6. Which milestone did ISRO recently achieve with the SpaDeX mission? Satellite launch SpaDeX satellite docking SpaDeX satellite de-docking Lunar mission success ISRO successfully completed the SpaDeX satellite de-docking, a significant step toward advancing India’s space missions, including Chandrayaan-4 and Gaganyaan. This achievement puts India alongside leading space agencies like the US, Russia, and China. 7 / 46 7. How much annual funding has the Jammu and Kashmir government allocated for each MLA under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) scheme? Rs 10 crore Rs 5 crore Rs 3 crore Rs 1 crore The Jammu and Kashmir government has allocated Rs 3 crore annually for each Member of the Legislative Assembly (ML to recommend and oversee development projects in their constituencies. 8 / 46 8. What was the main objective of the No Money for Terror (NMFT) Conference? To promote global trade To discuss environmental issues To enhance international cooperation in curbing terror financing To build a global military alliance The NMFT Conference, launched in 2018, aims to strengthen global efforts in combating terrorism financing and fostering international cooperation. The 4th NMFT Conference was recently held in Germany. 9 / 46 9. Which six properties were added to India's tentative list for UNESCO recognition? Taj Mahal and Qutub Minar Kanger Valley National Park and Chausath Yogini Temples Red Fort and Humayun's Tomb Gateway of India and Ajanta Caves The six properties added to India's tentative UNESCO list include Kanger Valley National Park, Mudumal Megalithic Menhirs, Ashokan Edict Sites, Chausath Yogini Temples, Gupta Temples, and the Bundelas' palace-fortresses. 10 / 46 10. Which organization launched the 'UN80 Initiative'? World Health Organization World Bank International Monetary Fund United Nations The 'UN80 Initiative' was launched by the United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to improve the organization's efficiency, streamline operations, and enhance cost-effectiveness in response to the growing financial crisis and global uncertainty. 11 / 46 11. What was India’s rank in pharmaceutical exports in 2023? c) 12th a) 10th b) 11th d) 15th India ranked 11th in global pharmaceutical exports in 2023, contributing 3% of the total global pharmaceutical exports. 12 / 46 12. What is the goal of the 'Gyan Bharatam Mission' launched by the National Archives of India? b) To expand access to India’s knowledge repository d) To fund research on ancient manuscripts c) To establish a new educational curriculum a) To promote the use of digital media in education The Gyan Bharatam Mission is aimed at expanding access to India’s vast knowledge and cultural heritage, with the goal of preserving and sharing this information widely. 13 / 46 13. What is NASA's SPHEREx mission designed to study? d) The movement of black holes a) Climate change in the Milky Way b) Cosmic inflation and the origins of the universe c) New planets in the solar system NASA's SPHEREx mission is focused on studying cosmic inflation, the rapid expansion of the universe post-Big Bang, and mapping millions of galaxies and stars. 14 / 46 14. What key agreements were signed between India and Mauritius in march 2025? d) Agreements on space research c) Agreements on healthcare and education a) Agreements on defense cooperation b) Agreements on water management, maritime security, and currency settlement India and Mauritius signed multiple MoUs focusing on strengthening strategic, economic, and security ties, including local currency settlement and maritime security. 15 / 46 15. What was inaugurated in Imphal by Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla? d) An animal conservation facility c) A biotechnology laboratory for crop research a) A new space research center b) A Mahseer Hatchery and Freshwater Ichthyology Laboratory The Mahseer Hatchery and Freshwater Ichthyology and Sustainable Aquaculture Laboratory were inaugurated to boost Manipur’s fisheries potential and contribute to the aquaculture sector. 16 / 46 16. According to the latest SIPRI report, which country is the world’s largest arms importer from 2020 to 2024? a) China b) India d) United States c) Ukraine Ukraine became the largest arms importer due to its ongoing war with Russia, surpassing all other nations in arms imports during this period. India remains the second-largest importer. 17 / 46 17. ---- edition of the bilateral exercise ‘BONGOSAGAR happen in march 2025’? 3rd 25th 4th 5th The CORPAT and BONGOSAGAR exercises are aimed at strengthening naval cooperation and enhancing interoperability between the Indian Navy and Bangladesh Navy. 18 / 46 18. Which state planing to launch its own Satellite ASSAMSAT? Assam Delhi Uttrakhand Gujrat ASSAMSAT will be launched to improve data access for socio-economic projects and strengthen border security in Assam. 19 / 46 19. What is the new name of the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF)? d) International Commonwealth Games b) Commonwealth Sport a) Commonwealth Sports Association c) Global Sports Federation The Commonwealth Games Federation officially rebranded as Commonwealth Sport on March 10, 2025, in celebration of Commonwealth Day. 20 / 46 20. What was the literacy rate among Muslims in India according to Census 2011? a) 59.1% c) 75.0% b) 68.5% d) 80.3% The literacy rate among Muslims aged 7 years and above increased to 68.5% in Census 2011, showing significant improvement from 59.1% in 2001. 21 / 46 21. Which city in India was ranked the most polluted in the world in 2024? d) Kolkata a) New Delhi b) Byrnihat c) Mumbai Byrnihat, located in India’s northeastern industrial area, was ranked the most polluted city in 2024, with a high level of PM2.5. 22 / 46 22. Why was the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) suspended in 2023? b) Due to governance issues by the newly elected WFI body c) For violating international competition rules d) For financial mismanagement a) For doping issues The suspension was imposed because of lapses in governance by the WFI body led by Sanjay Singh, but it has now been lifted. 23 / 46 23. What is Dr. Sridhar Mitta best known for in his career? a) Being a scientist in space research b) Founding NextWealth Entrepreneurs and contributions to the IT industry Dr. Mitta is recognized for his significant contributions to technology and entrepreneurship, including his work at Wipro and NextWealth Entrepreneurs. 24 / 46 24. Which of the following is true about the Multi-Modal Logistics Park (MMLP) being developed in Varanasi? d) It will only be connected to the railway network b) It will be located in Mumbai a) It will only be connected to roads c) It will connect to multiple transportation modes, including highways, freight corridors, and waterways The MMLP in Varanasi will be connected to NH7, the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor, and National Waterway-1, improving regional connectivity. 25 / 46 25. What is the theme of the Amrut Biodiversity Park in Delhi? c) Traditional Indian flora d) Indian mythology b) The freedom struggle of India a) The Mughal Empire The park is themed around India's freedom struggle, with tracks named after key historical events related to the movement. 26 / 46 26. What does the Web3 sector focus on? a) Centralized internet services d) Improving mobile internet connectivity b) Building a decentralized internet c) Traditional web development The Web3 sector is focused on developing a decentralized internet using technologies like blockchain and smart contracts. 27 / 46 27. What was the focus of the 29th meeting of the Standing Advisory Committee (SAC) held by the RBI? b) Reviewing and enhancing credit flow to MSMEs d) Regulating cryptocurrency c) Reforming the banking system a) Increasing inflation rates The 29th SAC meeting focused on improving the flow of credit to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), which are critical for India's economic growth. 28 / 46 28. Who became the first Defence Minister of India to visit the Institute of Aerospace Medicine? b) Rajnath Singh a) Nirmala Sitharaman c) Manohar Parrikar d) A.K. Antony Rajnath Singh became the first Defence Minister of India to visit the Institute of Aerospace Medicine, marking a significant step in recognizing the importance of aerospace medicine in defense and aviation. 29 / 46 29. What is the main goal of Project NAMAN? c) To recruit new soldiers d) To provide education for military families b) To promote tourism in defense areas a) To support army veterans and their families Project NAMAN, launched by HDFC Bank in collaboration with the Indian Army, focuses on providing pension services and other government services to army veterans and their families. 30 / 46 30. What is the purpose of the KHANJAR-XII exercise between India and Kyrgyzstan? b) Joint special forces exercise a) Naval training c) Air combat training d) Chemical warfare training The KHANJAR-XII is a joint military training exercise between India and Kyrgyzstan focused on special forces operations. It has been held annually since 2011. 31 / 46 31. Which national park was declared as India’s 58th Tiger Reserve in March 2025? d) Jim Corbett National Park c) Kanha National Park a) Sundarbans National Park b) Madhav National Park Madhav National Park in Madhya Pradesh was officially declared as India’s 58th Tiger Reserve on March 9, 2025. It is the ninth tiger reserve in Madhya Pradesh. 32 / 46 32. Who has been appointed as the new leader of Canada’s Liberal Party and the next Prime Minister? b) Mark Carney c) Andrew Scheer a) Justin Trudeau d) Jagmeet Singh Mark Carney has been appointed as the new leader of Canada’s Liberal Party and the country's next Prime Minister, replacing Justin Trudeau amid public dissatisfaction. 33 / 46 33. Where was the GRIDCON 2025 conference held? b) New Delhi d) Kolkata c) Bengaluru a) Mumbai GRIDCON 2025, an international conference organized by the Power Grid Corporation of India, was inaugurated in New Delhi at IICC, Yashobhoomi, Dwarka. 34 / 46 34. What is the primary objective of the Mahila Samridhi Yojana launched by the Delhi government? b) To provide monthly assistance to economically weaker women d) To promote women's education a) To provide financial aid to farmers c) To support women entrepreneurs The scheme provides ₹2,500 per month to economically weaker women in Delhi, aiming to support women from lower-income households. 35 / 46 35. Why did India impose an anti-dumping duty on Trichloro Isocyanuric Acid imports? a) To increase revenue c) To reduce the cost of chemicals d) To enhance water treatment quality b) To protect local manufacturers from dumped imports The anti-dumping duty was imposed to prevent material injury to local manufacturers caused by cheap imports from China and Japan, ensuring fair trade. 36 / 46 36. What is the primary purpose of the $248M deal between India and Russia regarding the T-72 tanks? b) To enhance combat readiness with upgraded engines a) To improve tank speed c) To increase tank armor thickness d) To increase tank weight The deal is aimed at upgrading T-72 tanks with 1,000 HP engines to improve their combat readiness. The upgrade will also include technology transfer to India for local production. 37 / 46 37. What will the upcoming Electronics City in Jagiroad be named? Tata Electronics City Assam Electronics Hub Tata Innovation City Ratan Tata Electronics City The upcoming Electronics City in Jagiroad will be named Ratan Tata Electronics City, reflecting the Tata Group’s significant role in Assam’s industrial landscape. 38 / 46 38. What is the purpose of the RISE app launched in Uttar Pradesh? To track COVID-19 cases To monitor adult immunization programs To monitor and manage routine vaccination among children To provide healthcare facilities The RISE app, launched in Uttar Pradesh, aims to help healthcare workers monitor and manage routine vaccination among children. 39 / 46 39. Which countries are participating in the Sea Dragon 2025 naval exercise? India, USA, Australia, Japan India, USA, Japan, Australia, South Korea India, China, Japan, USA India, USA, South Korea, Japan The Sea Dragon 2025 naval exercise involves the Indian Navy, USA, Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF), Australian Air Force (RAAF), and the Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN). 40 / 46 40. Which portal and platform were launched under the IndiaAI Mission by Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw? IndiaAI Compute Portal and AIKosha Dataset Platform Smart India Portal and AI Innovation Platform Digital India AI and Smart Database Platform AI Kosh and AI Data Portal The IndiaAI Compute Portal and AIKosha Dataset Platform were launched to enhance access to AI resources and promote innovation in India’s AI sector. 41 / 46 41. Where was the Australia-India Sports Excellence Forum inaugurated in March 2025? Bengaluru New Delhi GIFT City, Gujarat Mumbai The Australia-India Sports Excellence Forum was inaugurated at GIFT City, Gujarat, to enhance sports collaboration between the two nations. 42 / 46 42. How many times has the Indian Women's Kabaddi Team won the Asian Championship as of 2025? 6 3 4 5 The Indian Women's Kabaddi Team won the Asian Women's Kabaddi Championship for the fifth time, defeating hosts Iran 32-25. 43 / 46 43. At what age did Sunil Chhetri return to international football? 35 40 30 45 Sunil Chhetri, at the age of 40, reversed his retirement and rejoined India's squad for the March FIFA International Window. 44 / 46 44. Who became the World Junior Chess Champion 2025? Pranav Venkatesh Abhijeet Gupta Pentala Harikrishna Viswanathan Anand Indian Grandmaster Pranav Venkatesh won the FIDE World Junior Chess Championship 2025, becoming the fourth Indian to win this title. 45 / 46 45. According to the Brand Finance Insurance 100 (2025) report, what is the rank of LIC globally? 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Life Insurance Corporation of India (LI is ranked 3rd globally in the Brand Finance Insurance 100 (2025) report with a Brand Strength Index (BSI) score of 93.5. 46 / 46 46. Which organization did Mercedes-Benz India sign an MoU with to enhance manufacturing, road safety, and sustainability? Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) Ministry of Industry and Commerce Ministry of Finance NITI Aayog Mercedes-Benz India signed an MoU with DPIIT to support manufacturing, road safety, sustainability, and startups in India. Your score isThe average score is 0% Restart quiz Save Please login to bookmark Close Username or Email Address Password Remember Me
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