Weekly Current Affairs: 30 March /44 Report a question What's wrong with this question? You cannot submit an empty report. Please add some details. 1234567891011121314151617181920212223242526272829303132333435363738394041424344 Weekly Current Affairs Quiz: 30 March 2025 1 / 44 1. What was the focus of Exercise Prachand Prahar held by the Indian Armed Forces? Counterterrorism Integrated operations of the Army, Air Force, and Navy Civilian evacuation operations Disaster management Exercise Prachand Prahar was a tri-service military exercise held in Arunachal Pradesh, focusing on integrated operations involving the Army, Air Force, and Navy. The exercise emphasized the use of advanced surveillance and joint firepower. 2 / 44 2. What is the Ganga-Narmada Corridor being developed by the Madhya Pradesh government? Defence Corridor Heritage Corridor Frigth Corridor Tourism Corridor The Ganga-Narmada Tourism Corridor is a project by the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board to connect the state's rich natural, spiritual, and cultural heritage with key religious destinations in Uttar Pradesh, boosting tourism. 3 / 44 3. Where were the Khelo India Para Games 2025 held? New Delhi Bengaluru Mumbai Kolkata The Khelo India Para Games 2025 took place at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi. Para-athletes excelled in the event, with Haryana, Tamil Nadu, and Uttar Pradesh emerging as top performers. 4 / 44 4. Which country experienced a 7.7-magnitude earthquake on March 28, 2025? Indonesia Japan Myanmar Nepal Myanmar was struck by a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake on March 28, 2025, causing significant damage in nearby regions like Bangkok, Thailand. The earthquake triggered evacuations and the collapse of an under-construction skyscraper in Thailand. 5 / 44 5. Which Indian woman became the first to enter the world’s top 10 richest women list in 2025? Falguni Nayar Indra Nooyi Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw Roshni Nadar Roshni Nadar, Chairperson of HCL Technologies, became the first Indian woman to be listed in the world's top 10 richest women list in 2025, ranking 5th with a net worth of ₹3.5 lakh crore (approximately US$40 billion). 6 / 44 6. Who inaugurated Techkriti 2025, Asia's largest intercollegiate technical festival? Rajnath Singh IIT Kanpur Director Anil Chauhan Narendra Modi General Anil Chauhan inaugurated Techkriti 2025 at IIT Kanpur, Asia's largest technical and entrepreneurial festival. The event's theme, 'Panta Rhei,' emphasizes the ongoing evolution of technology and innovation, with highlights such as the Rakshakriti Defence Expo. 7 / 44 7. Who won the Abel Prize in 2025? Pierre Deligne Masaki Kashiwara Andrew Wiles John Milnor Masaki Kashiwara, a Japanese mathematician, won the 2025 Abel Prize for his significant contributions to algebraic analysis, representation theory, and D-modules. The Abel Prize is one of the most prestigious awards in mathematics, often considered the equivalent of the Nobel Prize. 8 / 44 8. What is the focus of the DNA Preservation Project launched by the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park? Preserving the DNA of wildlife found in snowy regions Preserving endangered plant species Building a new zoo in Darjeeling The DNA Preservation Project aims to conserve the DNA samples of wildlife from snowy regions. This project, launched in collaboration with the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology, will help in the conservation of endangered species. 9 / 44 9. Which steel manufacturer became the world’s highest-valued steelmaker, surpassing Nucor Corp? JSW Steel POSCO Tata Steel ArcelorMittal JSW Steel, led by Sajjan Jindal, became the world’s highest-valued steel manufacturer, surpassing Nucor Corp with a market capitalization crossing $30 billion. 10 / 44 10. Which State Govt. Launched AI-powered chatbot 'Sarathi'? Haryana Assam Maharastra Uttar Pradesh Sarathi' is an AI-based chatbot launched by Haryana's government to improve public access to official government documents and policies, making government services more accessible. 11 / 44 11. What sport is B. Sumeeth Reddy associated with? Football Badminton Wrestling Tennis B. Sumeeth Reddy is a renowned doubles badminton player from India. He announced his retirement to focus on coaching. Some of his achievements include winning the 2015 Mexico City Grand Prix and the 2016 Canada Open. 12 / 44 12. What is the primary focus of the Statement of Intent signed between MoRD and UNICEF YuWaah? To promote entrepreneurship in rural areas Providing healthcare to rural youth The partnership between the Ministry of Rural Development and UNICEF YuWaah aims to empower rural women and youth through entrepreneurship and better digital infrastructure, creating sustainable livelihoods. 13 / 44 13. Who launched the book 'Leo The Untold Story' about Chennai Super Kings? Anirudh Ravichander C.D. Gopinath P.S. Raman M.S. Dhoni Leo The Untold Story' is a book authored by P.S. Raman. It focuses on the journey of Chennai Super Kings and their captain, M.S. Dhoni. The book was launched in a star-studded event, and Dhoni was present at the unveiling. 14 / 44 14. Who launched DX-EDGE initiative? NITI Ayog RBI Govt of Delhi SIDBI DX-EDGE is a national initiative aimed at fostering digital transformation and growth by linking MSMEs with technology providers and academic institutions. The goal is to empower MSMEs with the tools to enhance their capabilities. 15 / 44 15. Which country recently joined the New Development Bank (in March 2025)? Mexico South Korea Argentina Indonesia Indonesia has announced its decision to join the New Development Bank (ND, established by the BRICS nations. It becomes the newest member of this multilateral financial institution. 16 / 44 16. What is India's current milk production, making it the largest milk producer in the world? 1000 million metric tons 239 million metric tons (MMT) 23 million metric tons 500 million metric tons India is the largest milk producer in the world with a current production of 239 million metric tons (MMT), and it aims to increase production to 300 MMT in the next five years. 17 / 44 17. Which country did India defeat in the Men's Sepak Takraw World Cup final to win the gold medal? Indonesia Vietnam Thailand Japan The Indian men's team won the gold medal in the ISTAF Sepak Takraw World Cup 2025 by defeating Japan in the final. The women's team secured the bronze after losing to Vietnam in the semi-finals. 18 / 44 18. Where will India's first indigenous MRI machine be installed? NIMHANS, Bangalore PGI Chandigarh Tata Memorial Hospital AIIMS, New Delhi India’s first indigenous MRI machine is set to be installed at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. This development aims to reduce treatment costs and dependence on imported medical equipment. 19 / 44 19. Full form of DCS system introduced by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare? Diverse Crop Survey Digital Crop Surveillance System Digital Crop Survey Divided Cultivation Survey The Digital Crop Survey (DCS) system aims to gather precise, up-to-date information on crop areas directly from the field through a mobile interface, ensuring accurate production estimations. 20 / 44 20. What is India's rank in the 2025 list of safest countries for travel? 75th 66th 89th 50th India is ranked 66th in the world in the 2025 safest country for travel report, compiled by the Serbian crowdsourced data platform Numbero. The safety index score for India is 55.7. 21 / 44 21. Under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana, how many villages are being developed into Climate Resilient Coastal Fishermen Villages? 100 200 150 50 The government has identified 100 coastal fishermen villages to be developed into Climate Resilient Coastal Fishermen Villages under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) to mitigate the effects of climate change. 22 / 44 22. Who was selected for the Sangita Kalanidhi award for 2025? R. K. Shriramkumar V. S. Narasimhan L. Subramaniam T. M. Krishna Violinist R.K. Shriramkumar was selected for the prestigious Sangita Kalanidhi award for 2025, which will be conferred during the Music Academy’s 99th annual conference. This award honors his exceptional contribution to Carnatic music. 23 / 44 23. Which country was the first to receive the export of GI-Tagged Dalle Chilly from Sikkim? Maldives Solomon Islands Bhutan Nepal The first consignment of GI-Tagged Dalle Chilly, also known as Fire Ball Chilly, was successfully exported from Sikkim to the Solomon Islands. This export helps boost farmer incomes in Sikkim. 24 / 44 24. What is the purpose of the government’s BAANKNET platform? To enhance transparency and speed in disposing of Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) To create a digital banking ecosystem To launch new financial products To promote online banking services BAANKNET is a revamped e-auction portal that aims to enhance transparency and efficiency in the disposal of Non-Performing Assets (NPAs), offering secure payment gateways and automated KYC for a seamless auction process. 25 / 44 25. Which university secured top honors in the 'Hack the Future' Hackathon at IIT Gandhinagar? Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology Plaksha University IIT Delhi IIT Bombay Plaksha University won top honors in two categories at the 'Hack the Future' hackathon hosted by NSO India and IIT Gandhinagar. The hackathon brought together 18 teams from premier institutions to tackle innovative challenges. 26 / 44 26. Which driver won the Chinese Grand Prix in 2025? Lando Norris Oscar Piastri Lewis Hamilton Max Verstappen Oscar Piastri won the 2025 Chinese Grand Prix, securing McLaren's 50th one-two finish. Piastri finished 9.7 seconds ahead of his teammate Lando Norris, while George Russell completed the podium. 27 / 44 27. Which state in India became the first to establish a Senior Citizens Commission in 2025? Uttar Pradesh Maharashtra Kerala Tamil Nadu Kerala became the first state in India to establish a Senior Citizens Commission in 2025 by passing the Kerala State Senior Citizens Commission Bill. The commission aims to protect the rights and welfare of elderly citizens. 28 / 44 28. What is the name of the multilateral maritime exercise involving India and African nations? Africa-India Key Maritime Engagement (AIKEME) India-Africa Maritime Engagement India-African Maritime Summit India-Africa Ocean Dialogue The Indian Navy is participating in the 'Africa-India Key Maritime Engagement' (AIKEME), a large-scale exercise co-hosted by the Indian Navy and the Tanzania People's Defence Force (TPDF). The event will take place in Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania. 29 / 44 29. Who set a national record in the Khelo India Para Games in 2025? Jaspreet Kaur Sheetal Devi Sandeep Singh Shyam Sundar Swami Jaspreet Kaur, a powerlifter from Punjab, set a national record by lifting 101 kg in the 45 kg category at the Khelo India Para Games 2025, becoming the first athlete to do so. 30 / 44 30. Where was the 1st Indian Film Festival held in the United States in March 2025? New York Seattle Los Angeles Washington D.C. The first Indian Film Festival in the U.S. was held in Seattle, marking the beginning of a three-day celebration of Indian cinema at the Museum of Pop Culture. 31 / 44 31. Who became Namibia's first woman president in March 2025? Joyce Banda Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Samia Suluhu Hassan Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah was sworn in as Namibia's first female president in March 2025. She joins a small group of women who have held the presidency in Africa. 32 / 44 32. Who won the prestigious Jnanpith Award for 2025? Vinod Kumar Shukla Ruskin Bond R. K. Narayan Amitav Ghosh Vinod Kumar Shukla, a renowned Hindi writer from Chhattisgarh, was honored with the Jnanpith Award for his outstanding contribution to literature. His notable works include Naukar ki Kameez and Khilega to Dekhenge. 33 / 44 33. India and _______ participated in the 4th Maritime Security Dialogue (In March 2025). ASIAN European Union United Nation African Union India and the European Union held their 4th Maritime Security Dialogue in New Delhi, focusing on enhancing cooperation for a secure maritime environment. The European Union is a political and economic union of 27 member states. 34 / 44 34. Which country did India defeat to win both the Men's and Women's Kabaddi World Cup 2025? Sri Lanka England Iran Pakistan India defeated England in both the Men's and Women's Kabaddi World Cup 2025, clinching the titles at Wolverhampton in England. This marks another triumph in India's Kabaddi history. 35 / 44 35. What is the name of the second indigenous frigate launched by India in March 2025? Shivaji Vikrant Rajput Tavasya The second indigenous frigate of Project 1135.6, named 'Tavasya', was launched by Goa Shipyard Limited on March 22, 2025. It features advanced systems for multi-dimensional combat and is a significant step toward India's naval self-reliance. 36 / 44 36. Delhi has joined the National e-Vidhan Platform as which number legislature? 25th 35th 30th 28th Delhi Assembly became the 28th legislature to join the National e-Vidhan Platform (NeV, a platform aimed at digitizing legislative processes for more transparent, efficient, and paperless governance. 37 / 44 37. What is the objective of the Project PARI (Public Art of Indi? To revitalize public spaces through art To establish new art galleries across India To promote private art collections To support individual artists financially The Public Art of India (PARI) Project, executed by the Ministry of Culture, aims to revitalize public spaces through art and showcase India's cultural heritage, promoting art in urban areas. 38 / 44 38. What is the theme for World TB Day 2025? Ending TB for Good Yes! We Can End TB: Commit, Invest, Deliver Together Against TB Fight TB, Save Lives World TB Day, observed annually on March 24, highlights the urgency of ending tuberculosis. The theme for 2025 emphasizes the need for commitment, investment, and action to end TB, which remains the world's deadliest infectious disease. 39 / 44 39. What initiative was launched by Union Minister C.R. Patil related to water conservation? Ganga Rejuvenation Plan Water Sustainability Initiative Swachh Jal Abhiyan Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain The Union Minister C.R. Patil launched the 'Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain' campaign on 23 March 2025. This nationwide campaign focuses on water conservation and was launched from Panchkula, Haryana, in collaboration with several government bodies. 40 / 44 40. What is the theme of Earth Hour 2025? Energy for All Be Water Wise Protect the Planet Save the Forests The theme for Earth Hour 2025 is 'Be Water Wise,' focusing on the urgent need for water conservation. Earth Hour is the world’s largest grassroots environmental movement, celebrated by turning off lights for one hour to raise awareness about environmental issues. 41 / 44 41. What is the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) launching in Early 2025? New certification for organic products New national standards for AI International manufacturing guidelines Annual Programme for Standardisation The BIS is set to launch its 2025-26 Annual Programme for Standardisation, focusing on revising existing standards and creating new ones to promote the adoption of global quality adherence across sectors. 42 / 44 42. By how much did India's textile exports rise in FY 2023-24? 12% 7% 10% 5% India recorded a 7% rise in textile and apparel exports in FY 2023-24, with key markets such as the USA, EU, and UK contributing significantly to this growth. 43 / 44 43. What is the purpose of the partnership between Astroscale, Digantara, and Bellatrix? Space debris removal and on-orbit servicing Developing anti-satellite missiles Launching new satellites Building a new space station Astroscale, in collaboration with Digantara and Bellatrix Aerospace, aims to provide on-orbit servicing and space debris removal technology. This partnership is focused on offering orbital services within 1-2 years, targeting Indian clients. 44 / 44 44. What is the theme for World Meteorological Day 2025? Weather Forecasting and Technology Closing the Early Warning Gap Together Protecting the Atmosphere Climate Action Now World Meteorological Day is observed on March 23 each year, commemorating the establishment of the World Meteorological Organization in 1950. The theme for 2025 is 'Closing the Early Warning Gap Together,' highlighting the need for global cooperation in improving early warning systems for natural disasters. 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