61. Where was the 18th International Earth Science Olympiad (IESO 2025) held?
[A] Indonesia
[B] India
[C] China
[D] Japan
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Correct Answer: C [China]
Notes:
Ludhiana boy Rayansh Gupta won 1 Gold and 1 Silver medal at the 18th International Earth Science Olympiad (IESO 2025) held in Jining, China. He is a Class 12 student at Sat Paul Mittal School, Dugri, Ludhiana and represented India as team captain, holding the national flag at the final round. Team India won a total of 7 medals and 1 special award, competing against 31 countries including the USA, Germany, Japan, China, and Australia. The Union Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) supported the team and highlighted India’s growing strength in science education, research, and innovation.
62. National Space Day is observed every year on which day?
[A] August 21
[B] August 22
[C] August 23
[D] August 24
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Correct Answer: C [August 23]
Notes:
National Space Day is celebrated on August 23 to commemorate the Chandrayaan-3 mission’s soft landing and deployment of the Pragyan Rover on the Moon in 2023. With this, India became the fourth country to land on the Moon and the first near the lunar south pole. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) leads India’s space programme with innovations, international collaborations, and private sector growth. The theme for 2025 is “Aryabhatta to Gaganyaan: Ancient Wisdom to Infinite Possibilities.” ISRO hosted National Space Meet 2.0 in New Delhi with Ministries, Private Stakeholders, Academia, Startups, and Experts.
63. Where was the 5th edition of Lok Samvardhan Parv organized?
[A] Kerala
[B] Odisha
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Tamil Nadu
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Correct Answer: A [Kerala]
Notes:
The Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India, is organising the 5th edition of Lok Samvardhan Parv at Marine Drive Ground, Shanmugham Road, Kochi, Kerala, from 26th August to 4th September 2025. Lok Samvardhan Parv is a flagship initiative to provide artisans, craftspersons, weavers, culinary experts, and entrepreneurs from minority communities with market linkages and national exposure. The Kochi edition is the first-ever in Kerala, reflecting the city’s cosmopolitan spirit and diversity.
64. Where was the two-day Tri-service dialogue RAN SAMWAD-2025 held?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Punjab
[C] Madhya Pradesh
[D] Uttar Pradesh
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Correct Answer: C [Madhya Pradesh]
Notes:
RAN SAMWAD-2025, a two-day Tri-service dialogue on war, warfare, and warfighting, was held on 26–27 August 2025 at Army War College, Dr Ambedkar Nagar, Madhya Pradesh. Joint Doctrines and the Technology Perspective & Capability Roadmap were released during the event. The seminar featured thematic sessions led by serving officers sharing operational insights from modern battlefields. Focus areas included Information Warfare, Grey Zone Threats, Integrated Operations, and Future Combat Technologies. Top military leadership from all three Services, defence experts, industry leaders, and international security professionals participated in the event.
65. Which city is the venue of Indian Army Terrier Cyber Quest 2025?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Bengaluru
[C] Chennai
[D] Hyderabad
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Correct Answer: A [New Delhi]
Notes:
The Indian Army’s Territorial Army, with IIT Madras, Indian Army Research Cell (IARC) and CyberPeace, is conducting Indian Army Terrier Cyber Quest 2025 in New Delhi. It is a national-level challenge under the Decade of Transformation to tackle real defence and cybersecurity threats. The event unites academia, industry, and government to address modern defence challenges using Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Quantum Computing, and Drone Technology. The competition also explores drone anomaly detection and quantum-enhanced malware identification.
66. World Coconut Day is observed every year on which day?
[A] September 1
[B] September 2
[C] September 3
[D] September 4
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Correct Answer: B [September 2]
Notes:
World Coconut Day is celebrated annually on September 2 to honour the coconut fruit and promote the coconut industry. The day was established by the International Coconut Community (ICC) in 2009. ICC is an intergovernmental organisation of coconut-growing countries under United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP), founded in 1969. India is a founder member of ICC. On this occasion, the Coconut Development Board (CDB), Kerala, announced increased financial aid for farmers.
67. What is the theme of Teacher’s Day 2025?
[A] Teachers at the heart of education recovery
[B] Inspiring the Next Generation of Learners
[C] The Teachers We Need for the Education We Want
[D] The transformation of education begins with teachers
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Correct Answer: B [Inspiring the Next Generation of Learners]
Notes:
Teacher’s Day in India is celebrated every year on September 5 to honor Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, former President, philosopher, and scholar. Dr. Radhakrishnan dedicated his life to education and teaching, making his birthday a tribute to teachers. The theme of Teacher’s Day 2025 is “Inspiring the Next Generation of Learners.” The theme highlights the role of teachers in motivating students to be creative, confident, and future-ready.
68. World Duchenne Awareness Day (WDAD) is observed every year on which day?
[A] September 6
[B] September 7
[C] September 8
[D] September 9
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Correct Answer: B [September 7]
Notes:
World Duchenne Awareness Day (WDAD) is observed every year on September 7. It raises awareness about Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), a rare progressive genetic disorder. DMD causes muscle weakness and wasting, eventually affecting breathing and heart function. The 2025 theme is “Family: the heart of care.”The 2025 theme is “Family: the heart of care,” highlighting family’s role in supporting people with Duchenne and Becker Muscular Dystrophy (DMD/BMD). Becker Muscular Dystrophy (BMD) is a milder form of DMD. WDAD 2025 will feature a global documentary showing families’ resilience and caregiving journeys. The day promotes awareness, education, advocacy, and inclusion for people living with dystrophinopathies.
69. INS Kadmatt recently participated in which country’s 50th Independence Day celebrations?
[A] Fiji
[B] Papua New Guinea
[C] Indonesia
[D] Australia
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Correct Answer: B [Papua New Guinea]
Notes:
Recently, the Indian Navy Band participated in the grand Military Tattoo at Port Moresby during Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Day celebrations. Papua New Guinea is an island nation in Oceania in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. It shares its western border with Indonesia. Australia lies to its south and Solomon Islands to its south-east. It is surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, Bismarck Sea, Solomon Sea, Coral Sea, Torres Strait, and Gulf of Papua. This event highlights India’s growing cultural and defence ties with Pacific Island nations.
70. International Day to Protect Education from Attack is observed every year on which day?
[A] September 8
[B] September 9
[C] September 10
[D] September 11
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Correct Answer: B [September 9]
Notes:
The International Day to Protect Education from Attack is observed every year on September 9. It was established by the United Nations to safeguard schools, students, and teachers in conflict zones. The day highlights that education, a basic human right, is often disrupted or destroyed by violence. In 2025, the theme is “Challenging Narratives, Reshaping Action.” The focus is on addressing the alarming 44% rise in attacks on schools recorded in 2024. The commemoration stresses collective responsibility to protect education as a path to peace and sustainable development.