41. Hussainsagar Lake, that was recently seen in news, is an artificial lake located in which city?
[A] Chennai
[B] Kolkata
[C] Chandigarh
[D] Hyderabad
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Correct Answer: D [Hyderabad]
Notes:
Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) will use bioremediation with enzyme solutions and biochar-based Bokashi balls to reduce algal blooms bad smell and poor water quality in Hussainsagar Lake. Hussainsagar Lake is an artificial lake located in Hyderabad Telangana. It is also known as Tank Bund and lies on a tributary of the River Musi.
42. The Abhujmadia tribe is primarily found in which state?
[A] Kerala
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Chhattisgarh
[D] Karnataka
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Correct Answer: C [Chhattisgarh]
Notes:
Bastar region is seeing increasing participation of Abhujmadia youth in events like the Bastar Olympics. Abhujmadia is a Primitive Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) living in Narayanpur, Dantewada, and Abujhmad areas of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. They are an ancestral and patriarchal tribe divided into several dynasties. They speak the Abujhbadia Gondi dialect. Abujhmaria women consider Godana (traditional tattooing) as a permanent and sacred form of jewellery
43. Sanchar Saathi is a digital safety initiative of which department?
[A] Department of Finance
[B] Department of Science & Technology
[C] Department of Telecommunications
[D] Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances
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Correct Answer: C [Department of Telecommunications]
Notes:
Department of Telecommunications (DoT) reported that Sanchar Saathi enabled recovery of 50,000+ lost/stolen mobiles in October 2025, with total recoveries crossing 7 lakh. Karnataka and Telangana crossed 1 lakh recoveries each; Maharashtra exceeded 80,000. Monthly recoveries rose 47% from June to October 2025, with one handset recovered every minute. The platform uses indigenous automated workflows and real-time device tracking, preventing misuse of blocked phones. Sanchar Saathi is a digital safety initiative of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), which operates under the Ministry of Communications.
44. Where was India’s first AI Film Festival and Cinema AI Hackathon launched?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Goa
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Karnataka
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Correct Answer: B [Goa]
Notes:
WAVES Film Bazaar and International Film Festival of India (IFFI) launched India’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Film Festival and Cinema AI Hackathon in Goa with LTIMindtree. The festival received 68 entries from 18 countries, including films from the United States of America (USA), United Kingdom (UK), Italy, and Australia. 27 films were selected for competition and 4 for non-competition showcase. Best AI Short Film award went to Nagori by France with a prize of ₹3 lakh. Most Innovative AI Film award went to The Cinema That Never Was by Germany with ₹2 lakh.
45. Which three cities were unanimously declared as holy cities by the Punjab Assembly in November 2025?
[A] Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur
[B] Anandpur Sahib, Talwandi Sabo, and Amritsar
[C] Chandigarh, Patiala, Faridkot
[D] Bhatinda, Moga, Barnala
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Correct Answer: B [Anandpur Sahib, Talwandi Sabo, and Amritsar]
Notes:
Punjab Assembly unanimously declared Anandpur Sahib, Talwandi Sabo, and walled city of Amritsar as holy cities. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced a world-class university in the name of Guru Tegh Bahadur at Anandpur Sahib. The university will focus on high-quality education, research, interfaith dialogue, and studies on human rights, peace, and sacrifice. The initiative aims to develop Anandpur Sahib as a spiritual and academic centre.
46. Where was Uttarakhand’s first Grey Smart Toilet inaugurated?
[A] Nainital
[B] Almora
[C] Haldwani
[D] Dehradun
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Correct Answer: D [Dehradun]
Notes:
Uttarakhand inaugurated its first Grey Smart Toilet in Prem Nagar, Dehradun, designed for senior citizens and people with disabilities. The facility features sensor-based automated functions, wheelchair-friendly ramps, supportive grab bars, anti-skid flooring, and low-height fixtures for safety and comfort. It includes IoT-based monitoring, automatic flushing, water-level sensors, and an app-linked dashboard for maintenance alerts, reducing manual supervision. The initiative promotes dignified, accessible sanitation and will be replicated across pilgrim and tourist circuits like Char Dham routes.
47. The Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) Programme is implemented by which government department?
[A] Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade
[B] Department of Biotechnology
[C] Department of Commerce
[D] Department of Science and Technology
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Correct Answer: D [Department of Science and Technology ]
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The Entrepreneur-in-Residence Programme is becoming popular among young startups and innovators. It works under the National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations which is NIDHI. It encourages graduate students to choose entrepreneurship as a career. It provides financial and non-financial support in the form of a fellowship. It offers startup infrastructure, mentoring, technical guidance, and industry support. It is implemented by the Department of Science and Technology with NCL Venture Centre.
48. What kind of disease is “Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis” that was recently seen in news?
[A] Cardiovascular disorder
[B] Neurological disorder
[C] Digestive disorder
[D] Endocrine disorder
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Correct Answer: B [Neurological disorder]
Notes:
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis is a progressive neurological disorder that damages nerve cells controlling muscle movement. A study predicts global cases will rise from 222,801 in 2015 to 376,674 by 2040, a 69 percent increase. It is also called Lou Gehrig’s disease. It commonly affects people between 55 and 75 years and is more common in men. In some patients it is genetic but in most the cause is unknown. Damaged motor neurons stop brain signals from reaching muscles causing weakness and muscle wasting.
49. Where is the headquarters of International Astronomical Union (IAU) located?
[A] Paris
[B] Geneva
[C] Rome
[D] Beijing
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Correct Answer: A [Paris]
Notes:
A 3.5-billion-year-old crater on Mars is named after Indian geologist M. S. Krishnan. The naming was approved by the International Astronomical Union. The International Astronomical Union was founded in 1919. It promotes astronomy research, education, and global cooperation. It standardizes astronomical constants and naming of celestial bodies. It alone has the authority to name planets, craters, and space features. It holds a General Assembly every three years. Its headquarters is in Paris.
50. The International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People is observed every year on which day?
[A] November 27
[B] November 28
[C] November 29
[D] November 30
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Correct Answer: C [November 29]
Notes:
The International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People is observed every year on 29 November by the United Nations. It reaffirms global support for the dignity, rights, justice, and self-determination of the Palestinian people. For 2025, a Special Meeting was held on 28 November 2025 at the United Nations Office at Geneva. Similar observances were also held at United Nations Headquarters and other UN offices worldwide.
