1. This quiz, the Current Affairs Quiz 01st May 2025, is designed to test your knowledge and provide an assessment tool.
2. Each question is followed by 4 options. Select the most appropriate option for each question.
3. Before taking the quiz, please review the article, Daily Current Affairs Today 01st May 2025.
1. Which ministry launched the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme (GHCI) in India?
Correct answer: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. • MNRE organized the workshop and launched GHCI. • The scheme will certify green hydrogen sources. • Aims to standardize sustainable hydrogen production in India.
2. What is the primary goal of the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) launched in 2024?
Correct answer: Promote chemical-free, sustainable farming. • NMNF promotes natural, zero-chemical farming. • Launched November 2024 to improve soil health. • Focuses on bio-input resource centers for organic alternatives.
3. Which Indian city issued the country’s first certified green municipal bond?
Correct answer: Ghaziabad. • Ghaziabad Nagar Nigam raised ₹150 crore via bond. • Funds will build a Tertiary Sewage Treatment Plant. • Part of Swachh Bharat Mission–Urban sustainability efforts.
4. The approved Shillong–Silchar Greenfield Corridor is part of which major initiative?
Correct answer: PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan. • 166.8 km access-controlled highway between Meghalaya and Assam. • Boosts logistics, trade, and tourism in Northeast India. • Supports Atmanirbhar Bharat through strategic connectivity.
5. According to Nepal’s draft law, what is required before attempting Mt. Everest?
Correct answer: Climbed a peak above 7,000 meters. • Nepal plans to restrict Everest permits to experienced climbers. • Law aims to reduce deaths and overcrowding. • Ensures climbers have prior high-altitude experience.
6. Who continues as Prime Minister of Canada following the 2025 elections?
Correct answer: Mark Carney. • Led Liberal Party to 168 seats, close to majority (172). • Pierre Poilievre conceded after close contest. • Mark Carney retains position as Canada’s Prime Minister.
7. Kamla Persad-Bissessar won the 2025 elections of which country?
Correct answer: Trinidad and Tobago. • Kamla Persad-Bissessar returns as Prime Minister. • Led United National Congress to parliamentary victory. • Previously served from 2010 to 2015; significant political comeback.
8. Amazon’s Kuiper-1 mission launched its satellites from which site?
Correct answer: Cape Canaveral. • Kuiper-1 mission launched by ULA Atlas V rocket. • First operational satellites for Amazon’s Project Kuiper. • Constellation targets 3,200+ broadband satellites in LEO.
9. Lt Gen S Pattabhiraman retired from which senior Army position?
Correct answer: Vice Chief of Army Staff. • Lt Gen Pattabhiraman retired in 2006 after 40 years’ service. • First Director General of Information Systems. • Commanded Indian Army’s Western Command.
10. Maharashtra Day celebrates the state’s formation after the division of which state?
Correct answer: Bombay State. • Maharashtra formed in 1960 for Marathi-speaking regions. • Division separated Maharashtra and Gujarat. • Celebrated annually on May 1 as Maharashtra Diwas.
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