1. Which index was introduced by NITI Aayog to evaluate the fiscal well-being of 18 major Indian states?
Correct answer: Fiscal Health Index (FHI) 2025. This initiative aims to guide policy reforms for sustainable economic development.
2. Which newly launched program sets global standards for eco-friendly rubber cultivation in India?
Correct answer: Indian Sustainable Natural Rubber (iSNR) program. It aims to promote eco-friendly production standards nationwide.
3. In alignment with campaign pledges, the Trump administration officially renamed which body of water as the ‘Gulf of America’?
Correct answer: Gulf of Mexico. The Trump administration changed its name to the Gulf of America shortly after the inauguration.
4. Which Defence Minister launched “SANJAY – The Battlefield Surveillance System” in New Delhi?
Correct answer: Rajnath Singh. He inaugurated the indigenous Battlefield Surveillance System for enhanced intelligence gathering.
5. Which paramilitary force launched “Operation Sard Hawa” on January 22 to intensify security along the India-Pakistan border near Jaisalmer?
Correct answer: Border Security Force (BSF). “Operation Sard Hawa” focuses on preventing infiltration during low visibility conditions.
6. On January 23, 2025, which Southeast Asian nation became the first in the region to legalize same-sex marriage?
Correct answer: Thailand. The Marriage Equality Act grants same-sex couples legal, financial, and medical rights on par with heterosexual couples.
7. What was the theme for India’s National Tourism Day 2025, celebrated on January 25?
Correct answer: Tourism for Inclusive Growth. This theme underscored the need for broad-based development in the tourism sector.
8. Which Indian cricketer was named the ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year 2024?
Correct answer: Arshdeep Singh. His stellar performance throughout 2024, including India’s T20 World Cup win, earned him this accolade.
9. Which Bollywood actor was chosen as the brand ambassador for the 25th edition of FICCI Frames in 2025?
Correct answer: Ayushmann Khurrana. He was appointed as the face of the convention, marking a major milestone in India’s media and entertainment sector.
10. Which mission will mark ISRO’s 100th satellite launch on January 29, 2025?
Correct answer: GSLV-F15 NVS-02. The launch from Sriharikota’s Satish Dhawan Space Centre signifies a key milestone in India’s space exploration.
