1. Under the ADB’s Frontier Seed (Pacific) program, how much technical assistance funding was signed with SeaPAC Pte Ltd and Kahuto Pacific?
Correct answer: $200,000.
• The total initial commitment for Frontier Seed (Pacific) is $4 million.
• ADB’s goal is to strengthen local businesses and capital markets in the Pacific.
• This aims to enhance sustainable economic growth and attract new investors.
2. Which color-coded categories are included in the proposed 2025 US Travel Ban under consideration by Donald Trump?
Correct answer: Red, Orange, Yellow.
• The ban targets 43 countries across these three categories.
• Red List implies full visa suspension; Orange imposes strict restrictions; Yellow offers a 60-day window for compliance.
• Critics highlight potential diplomatic strains and global backlash.
3. Stuart Young is set to be sworn in as the new Prime Minister of which country?
Correct answer: Trinidad and Tobago.
• Stuart Young succeeds Dr. Keith Rowley, who stepped down.
• He previously served as the Minister of Energy and Energy Industries.
• The leadership transition was part of a planned governmental change.
4. Which newly inaugurated police academy in Assam is named after an iconic Ahom general?
Correct answer: Lachit Barphukan Police Academy.
• Inaugurated by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on March 15, 2025.
• Phase 1 cost ₹167 crore, with a total planned investment of ₹1050 crore.
• Aims to enhance law enforcement training in the Northeast region.
5. Which official led the Indian delegation at the 9th edition of the India-Australia Defence Policy Talks in New Delhi?
Correct answer: Joint Secretary Amitabh Prasad.
• The Australian side was led by Bernard Philip of the Department of Defence.
• Talks focused on boosting interoperability across maritime, land, and air domains.
• This marks the 9th edition of bilateral defence policy discussions.
6. By which year does Morgan Stanley predict India’s GDP will reach $5.7 trillion, making it the world’s third-largest economy?
Correct answer: 2028.
• India is expected to surpass Germany and Japan.
• Currently the fifth-largest economy, it will overtake Japan by 2026 to become fourth-largest.
• In a bullish scenario, India’s GDP could reach $10.3 trillion by 2035.
7. Which organization appointed Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman as its new Chief Executive Officer?
Correct answer: Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF).
• ANRF focuses on promoting R&D, innovation, and scientific research.
• Dr. Shivkumar succeeds Professor Abhay Karandikar.
• He will drive strategic initiatives and technological advancements across institutions.
8. Which newly launched scheme in Telangana aims to boost self-employment among SC, ST, BC, and Minority youth?
Correct answer: Rajiv Yuva Vikasam Scheme.
• Launched with a budget of ₹6,000 crore by CM A. Revanth Reddy.
• Aims to empower five lakh youth through financial assistance for entrepreneurship.
• Seeks to foster economic growth and social upliftment in the state.
9. Which human coronavirus, first identified in 2005, was recently detected in Kolkata but poses no pandemic threat?
Correct answer: HKU1.
• Detected in a Kolkata patient, causing mild respiratory symptoms.
• It spreads through respiratory droplets and close contact.
• Elderly, children, and immunocompromised individuals need extra caution.
10. Lip-Bu Tan took over as CEO of which major technology company in March 2025?
Correct answer: Intel Corporation.
• Lip-Bu Tan succeeded interim co-CEOs David Zinsner and Michelle Johnston Holthaus.
• He has extensive experience in the semiconductor industry.
• His leadership aims to bolster Intel’s market position and innovation strategies.
