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1. Indian Air Force Day is celebrated every year on which day?
[A] October 5
[B] October 6
[C] October 7
[D] October 8
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Correct Answer: D [October 8]
Notes:
India celebrates Air Force Day every year on October 8, marking the establishment of the Indian Air Force (IAF) in 1932. In 2025, India celebrated its 93rd Air Force Day on Wednesday, October 8, honouring the IAF’s courage, sacrifice, and bravery. The 2025 theme focused on the IAF’s role in Operation Sindoor. The IAF’s first operational flight took off on April 1, 1933. It has grown from a small unit into the world’s fourth-largest air force, contributing to defence and humanitarian missions. The main parade was held at Hindon Air Base, while the flypast is scheduled in Guwahati in mid-November.
2. Where was India’s first commercial electric truck battery swapping and charging station inaugurated?
[A] Dehradun, Uttarakhand
[B] Sonipat, Haryana
[C] Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
[D] Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
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Correct Answer: B [Sonipat, Haryana]
Notes:
Union Minister of Roads, Transport and Highways, Mr Nitin Gadkari, inaugurated India’s first commercial electric truck battery swapping and charging station Panchi Gujran village, Sonipat, Haryana. 5 million tons of stubble are used annually for bio-bitumen in road construction in Maharashtra, Nagpur, and Jabalpur. Ethanol production from corn has expanded the corn market and enabled flexi-engines in agricultural machinery. EV trucks will reduce pollution and run at lower transport costs than railways. India aims to produce aviation and ship fuel, lowering logistics costs and fuel expenses.
3. The United Nations (UN) International Day of Rural Women (IDRW) is observed every year on which day?
[A] October 12
[B] October 13
[C] October 14
[D] October 15
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Correct Answer: D [October 15]
Notes:
The United Nations (UN) International Day of Rural Women (IDRW) is observed every year on October 15. It honors rural and indigenous women for their contributions to agriculture, food security, and rural development. The theme for 2025 is: “The Rise of Rural Women: Building Resilient Futures with Beijing+30”. It emphasizes empowerment of rural women to drive sustainable and climate-resilient development, digital inclusion, social protection, and leadership. International Day of Rural Women (IDRW) was established in 1995 by civil society organizations during the 4th World Conference on Women in Beijing, China.
4. Which state government has announced the establishment of Divyang Rehabilitation Centres at every divisional headquarters?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Bihar
[D] Jharkhand
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Correct Answer: A [Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
The Uttar Pradesh state government has decided to establish Divyang Rehabilitation Centres at every divisional headquarters to support people with disabilities. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ordered the establishment of these modern centers to provide medical, educational, psychological, and vocational support under one roof. The initiative will create a state-of-the-art rehabilitation center in each of the state’s divisional headquarters. The centers will offer a wide range of support, including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, psychological counseling, orthotic and prosthetic services, and the distribution of assistive devices.
5. Which city is the venue of Bharat International Rice Conference 2025?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Chennai
[C] Hyderabad
[D] Bengaluru
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Correct Answer: A [New Delhi]
Notes:
Bharat International Rice Conference 2025 is scheduled to take place at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi from 30th October 2025. The two-day event will host Foreign Ministers of the Philippines, Ghana, Namibia, and Gambia. India is one of the world’s largest rice producers and exporters, supplying to over 172 countries. The conference aims to enable stakeholders to strengthen their presence in global food supply chains. It will bring together producers, exporters, importers, policymakers, logisticians, research institutions, and allied service providers.
6. Indi Lime, which was recently received a GI tag, is primarily cultivated in which state?
[A] Odisha
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Karnataka
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: C [Karnataka]
Notes:
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) recently facilitated the first-ever air shipment of GI-tagged Indi Lime and Puliyankudi Lime to the United Kingdom. Indi Lime is mainly grown in Vijayapura district of Karnataka. It has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag for its superior quality, strong aroma, high juice yield, and balanced acidity. Puliyankudi Lime is cultivated in Puliyankudi, known as the “Lemon City of Tamil Nadu.” The Kadayam variety has a thin peel, strong acidity, 55% juice content, and 34.3 mg/100g ascorbic acid. It is rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, promoting immunity and digestion. Puliyankudi Lime received its GI tag in April 2025
7. International Day for Biosphere Reserves is celebrated on which day?
[A] November 1
[B] November 2
[C] November 3
[D] November 4
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Correct Answer: C [November 3]
Notes:
November 3 marks the International Day for Biosphere Reserves, highlighting regions where nature and people coexist sustainably. The day is designated by UNESCO to promote sustainable development, biodiversity conservation, and scientific research. Biosphere Reserves are “learning places for sustainable development”, conserving biodiversity and testing eco-friendly living models. They include terrestrial, marine, and coastal ecosystems under the UNESCO Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme. India has 18 Biosphere Reserves, with 13 in UNESCO’s World Network of Biosphere Reserves (WNBR).
8. Who has been named the first recipient of the RK Laxman Award for Excellence?
[A] Aamir Khan
[B] Amitabh Bachchan
[C] Shahrukh Khan
[D] Anil Kapoor
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Correct Answer: A [Aamir Khan]
Notes:
Aamir Khan will receive the first-ever RK Laxman Award for Excellence on November 23, 2025, at the MCA Cricket Stadium, Pune. The award, instituted by the RK Laxman family, honours creative brilliance and celebrates RK Laxman’s legacy — the creator of The Common Man. Aamir Khan was chosen for his impactful films like Lagaan, Taare Zameen Par, and Dangal, which address social issues and redefine Indian cinema. RK Laxman, one of India’s greatest cartoonists, is known for his cartoon strip “You Said It”, his work in Malgudi Days, and for receiving Padma Bhushan, Padma Vibhushan, and other honours.
9. National Legal Services Day is celebrated on which day every year?
[A] November 6
[B] November 7
[C] November 8
[D] November 9
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Correct Answer: D [November 9]
Notes:
November 9 is observed as National Legal Services Day to mark the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987. The Act established institutions to provide free legal aid to needy and marginalized citizens. India’s legal aid system reached 44.22 lakh people between 2022 and 2025. From 2022–23 to 2024–25, about 23.58 crore cases were resolved through state, permanent, and national Lok Adalats.
10. National Education Day is celebrated every year on which day?
[A] November 9
[B] November 10
[C] November 11
[D] November 12
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Correct Answer: C [November 11]
Notes:
Every year on November 11, India celebrates National Education Day to honour Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, India’s first Education Minister. The Ministry of Human Resource Development (now Ministry of Education) declared it in September 2008 to mark his birth anniversary. The day promotes awareness about accessible, inclusive, and quality education for all. Educational institutions hold seminars, workshops, and competitions to discuss reforms and innovations in education.