51. Which government department is the host of National Symposium on NAKSHA and LandStack?
[A] Department of Science & Technology
[B] Department of Land Resources
[C] Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade
[D] Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances
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Correct Answer: B [Department of Land Resources]
Notes:
The Department of Land Resources (DoLR), Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, hosted the National Symposium on NAKSHA and LandStack on 3 December 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The symposium is part of GeoSmart India 2025 Conference & Expo, aimed at promoting geospatial technologies to transform urban land records and enhance citizen services. The symposium reflects the Government’s commitment to a citizen-centric digital land administration and the vision of Viksit Bharat.
52. Where was the 3rd edition of Krishnaveni Sangeetha Neerajanam held?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Andhra Pradesh
[C] Karnataka
[D] Kerala
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Correct Answer: B [Andhra Pradesh]
Notes:
The 3rd edition of Krishnaveni Sangeetha Neerajanam was held in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, on 6th and 7th December 2025. The festival is organised by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and Sangeet Natak Academy, supported by Andhra Pradesh Tourism and the Department of Culture, Government of Andhra Pradesh. This year’s theme is “Celebrating the Richness of Telugu Music Traditions”, aimed at strengthening Andhra Pradesh’s cultural identity, promoting music tourism, supporting artisans and weavers, and positioning Vijayawada as a premier Carnatic music destination.
53. International Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day is observed every year on which day?
[A] December 9
[B] December 10
[C] December 11
[D] December 12
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Correct Answer: D [December 12]
Notes:
International Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day is observed every year on 12 December. It is a UN-designated day, marking the 2012 UN resolution where all member states endorsed UHC as a global development priority. The day urges campaigners, health defenders, and leaders to highlight the struggles of millions still lacking access to healthcare, advocate for stronger health investments, and remind the world of the importance of achieving Universal Health Coverage for all.
54. What is the theme of Swachh Survekshan 2025–26?
[A] Swacchata Ki Nayi Pehel – Badhayein Haath, Karein Safai Saath
[B] Clean India, Green India
[C] Swachhata Hi Seva
[D] Har Ghar Swachhata
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Correct Answer: A [Swacchata Ki Nayi Pehel – Badhayein Haath, Karein Safai Saath]
Notes:
Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal, Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs, released the toolkit for the 10th edition of Swachh Survekshan (SS) in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Swachh Survekshan, the world’s largest urban cleanliness survey, completes 10 years and acts as a management tool to build Garbage Free Cities. The theme for 2025 is “Swacchata Ki Nayi Pehel – Badhayein Haath, Karein Safai Saath”. All States and Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) participated virtually, including Municipal Commissioners and State representatives.
55. National Consumer Day is observed on which day in India every year?
[A] December 21
[B] December 22
[C] December 23
[D] December 24
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Correct Answer: D [December 24]
Notes:
National Consumer Day is observed in India on 24 December every year to highlight consumer rights and protection. The day marks the President’s assent to the Consumer Protection Act, 1986, which established comprehensive consumer rights. The observance promotes awareness and responsible practices among consumers and stakeholders. In 2025, the theme is “Efficient and Speedy Disposal through Digital Justice.” The theme reflects India’s focus on technology-enabled, accessible, and timely consumer grievance redressal
56. Which government department organised the programme titled ‘Celebration of Intergenerational Bonds’ in Madhya Pradesh?
[A] Department of Social Justice and Empowerment
[B] Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances
[C] Department of Consumer Affairs
[D] Department of Financial Services
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Correct Answer: A [Department of Social Justice and Empowerment]
Notes:
The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment organised the programme ‘Celebration of Intergenerational Bonds’ on 22 December 2025 in Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh. The event aimed to strengthen emotional, social, and cultural ties between generations and promote active, dignified ageing. The programme promoted dialogue, affection, cooperation, and mutual respect between generations to preserve values, traditions, and social cohesion. The event reinforced intergenerational harmony, social cohesion, community participation, and inclusive, elder-friendly society building.
57. Global Family Day, also called World Peace Day, is observed every year on which day?
[A] January 1
[B] January 2
[C] January 3
[D] January 4
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Correct Answer: A [January 1]
Notes:
Global Family Day, also called World Peace Day, is observed every year on January 1. It promotes peace and unity worldwide and emphasizes that all people are interconnected, regardless of nationality, borders, or ethnicity. The concept began in 1997 when the UN General Assembly declared the International Decade for the Culture of Peace and Nonviolence for Children of the World. The day was first celebrated successfully in 1999 and was officially recognized by the United Nations in 2001.
58. World Braille Day is observed every year on which day?
[A] January 1
[B] January 2
[C] January 3
[D] January 4
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Correct Answer: D [January 4]
Notes:
World Braille Day is observed every year on 4 January. The day marks the birth anniversary of Louis Braille, a French educator born in 1809. He invented Braille in 1824, a code using six raised dots that allows visually impaired people to read with their fingertips. Braille is used globally in many languages for reading, writing, solving math problems, scientific equations, learning music, and daily activities like shopping. In New Delhi, the National Federation of the Blind organized a function to commemorate the day and launched a campaign called More Braille More Empowerment to promote equality and dignity for visually impaired people.
59. National Youth Day (Yuva Diwas) is observed every year on which day?
[A] January 11
[B] January 12
[C] January 13
[D] January 14
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Correct Answer: B [January 12]
Notes:
National Youth Day (Yuva Diwas) is observed across India on January 12. The day honours the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, a philosopher, spiritual leader, and inspiration for India’s youth. Swami Vivekananda’s teachings focus on self-confidence, discipline, and service to the nation, guiding generations even today. The Government of India declared 12 January as National Youth Day in 1984 to motivate youth and encourage their active participation in nation-building.
60. Where was the 3rd Indian Lighthouse Festival 3.0 held?
[A] Gandhinagar, Gujarat
[B] Bengaluru, Karnataka
[C] Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
[D] Chennai, Tamil Nadu
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Correct Answer: C [Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh]
Notes:
The 3rd Indian Lighthouse Festival 3.0 was held from 9–10 January 2026 at MGM Park, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. It was organized by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) and the Director General of Lighthouses and Lightships (DGLL). A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was exchanged between Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) and DGLL to develop a Lighthouse Museum in Visakhapatnam.
