1. How many cloud-seeding trials are planned by the Delhi government under its ₹3.21 crore project?
Correct answer: 5. The ₹3.21 crore project aims for 5 trials to mitigate pollution, leveraging IIT Kanpur’s expertise in artificial rain technology.
2. According to the latest SPAI report, how many snow leopards are estimated to inhabit Ladakh?
Correct answer: 477. Ladakh hosts 477 snow leopards, ranking among the highest global densities of this species, highlighting a key conservation achievement.
3. Who is leading the proposed amendment to India’s Seed Act to improve seed traceability and quality?
Correct answer: Shivraj Singh Chouhan. The Agriculture Minister is championing amendments to address seed traceability, counterfeiting, and quality enhancement.
4. What is the foodgrain output target set by India for the 2025-26 crop year?
Correct answer: 354.64 million tonnes. India aims to achieve a record 354.64 MT foodgrain production, boosted by a forecast of above-normal monsoon for 2025-26.
5. Which country launched a renewable 10-year Golden Visa targeting Indian investors and professionals?
Correct answer: Vietnam. The visa facilitates long-term residency to attract investors, digital nomads, and skilled Indian professionals to bolster economic growth.
6. What is the name of the welfare scheme launched by Haryana to support veteran artistes?
Correct answer: Pandit Lakhmi Chand KalakarSamajik Samman Yojana. This scheme provides financial aid to elderly artistes who have contributed to Haryana’s cultural legacy.
7. Which cardinal became the first American pope, elected as Pope Leo XIV in May 2025?
Correct answer: Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost. His election marks the first time an American leads the Catholic Church as its 267th pope, Pope Leo XIV.
8. What is the name of India’s first indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft delivered to the Navy?
Correct answer: INS Arnala. The warship boosts India’s maritime self-reliance under ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ and was built via GRSE and L&T collaboration.
9. Which sports authority banned transgender women from women’s cricket in May 2025?
Correct answer: England and Wales Cricket Board. The ECB updated its rules post a UK Supreme Court ruling defining gender by biological sex.
10. At what age did prominent horse racing trainer Parvati Byramji pass away?
Correct answer: 45. Parvati Byramji, aged 45, passed away from cardiac arrest, leaving a legacy in Indian horse racing circles.
