51. Which northeastern state launched the Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Solve Project to tackle rising violence against women in November 2025?
[A] Assam
[B] Mizoram
[C] Tripura
[D] Sikkim
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Correct Answer: B [Mizoram]
Notes:
Mizoram launched the Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Solve Project in Aizawl to tackle rising violence against women. The project is jointly initiated by Aparajita and J-PAL South Asia, and implemented in Mizoram by the Mission Foundation Movement (MFM). Reported cases of violence against women in the state rose sharply from 3,094 (2022–2023) to 12,750 (February 2025). The project aims to educate children on gender equality and provide skill training for women to support livelihood development.
52. Which state government has launched India’s first “Women’s Wellness on Wheels (WWW)” initiative?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Karnataka
[D] Kerala
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Correct Answer: A [Tamil Nadu]
Notes:
In November 2025, Tamil Nadu (TN) launched India’s first “Women’s Wellness on Wheels (WWW)” initiative. The ₹41 crore project aims to enhance women’s health through mobile medical units for early cancer detection. 38 mobile units will operate across all districts, offering free breast and cervical cancer screenings, focusing on rural and semi-urban women. The state also began free Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination for girls aged 14 and below to prevent cervical cancer. Vaccinations are provided through schools, Primary Health Centres (PHCs), and private hospitals via Tamil Nadu Medical Services Corporation (TNMSC) with a ₹36 crore budget.
53. What is the name of the operation conducted by DRI in November 2025 against a major gold-smuggling syndicate in Mumbai?
[A] Operation Golden Shield
[B] Operation Bullion Blaze
[C] Operation Silver Hawk
[D] Operation Precious Vault
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Correct Answer: B [Operation Bullion Blaze]
Notes:
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) conducted “Operation Bullion Blaze” to crack down on a major gold-smuggling syndicate in Mumbai. The syndicate smuggled gold into India, melted it in covert furnaces, and sold the refined bullion in the grey market. DRI aims to dismantle organised smuggling networks, safeguard economic and fiscal stability, and ensure a transparent trading environment.
54. Rural Technology Action Group (RuTAG) 2.0 is an initiative of which organization?
[A] Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser
[B] NITI Aayog
[C] Ministry of Rural Development
[D] None of the Above
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Correct Answer: A [Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser]
Notes:
Recently, the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) reviewed the progress of the Rural Technology Action Group (RuTAG) 2.0 to push rural technology solutions. RuTAG is an initiative of the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (OPSA) launched in 2004 to bring Science and Technology support to rural areas. It focuses on demand-driven interventions to fill technology gaps at the grassroots level. It upgrades local technologies and provides training and demonstrations through innovative projects. It connects stakeholders like Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Self Help Groups (SHGs), community bodies, and start-ups to identify technology needs.
55. Which institution has launched “Impact RISE initiative” for societal change in November 2025?
[A] IIT Roorkee
[B] IIT Bombay
[C] IIT Ahmedabad
[D] IIT Kharagpur
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Correct Answer: D [IIT Kharagpur]
Notes:
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur launched Impact RISE (Research, Innovation, Skilling and Entrepreneurship) initiative in November 2025. The initiative focuses on sustainable technology and management for large scale social transformation. It was announced as IIT Kharagpur’s national pledge during its Platinum Jubilee year. The vision is to build in labs, test on campus, and expand solutions across India and the world. Impact RISE rests on four pillars which are research, innovation, skilling and entrepreneurship.
56. 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.
57. As per Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics 2025, which state is the highest milk producer in India?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Gujarat
[C] Haryana
[D] Punjab
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Correct Answer: A [Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
Hon’ble Minister of State Prof. S.P. Singh Baghel released Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics 2025 (BAHS 2025) on National Milk Day, November 26, 2025, at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan, New Delhi. BAHS 2025 provides comprehensive data on livestock and dairy sector based on Integrated Sample Survey (ISS) from 1 March 2024 to 29 February 2025. India ranks 1st in the world in milk production. Total milk production is estimated at 247.87 million tonnes during 2024–25. Uttar Pradesh is the largest milk producing state with 15.66 percent share. Rajasthan ranks second with 14.82 percent share. Madhya Pradesh contributes 9.12 percent. Gujarat contributes 7.78 percent.
58. Which wetland has been designated as the first Ramsar site of Chhattisgarh?
[A] Ravishankar Sagar
[B] Hasdeo Bango Reservoir
[C] Dudhawa Reservoir
[D] Kopra Reservoir
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Correct Answer: D [Kopra Reservoir]
Notes:
Chhattisgarh’s Kopra Reservoir in Bilaspur district has been designated a Ramsar Site, becoming the state’s first wetland of international importance. Ramsar Sites are wetlands recognised under the Ramsar Convention, headquartered in Gland, Switzerland. The reservoir has both natural and man-made features and supports irrigation, water security, and diverse bird habitats. The proposal was submitted by the state government last month and approved by the Union government. The recognition will boost eco-tourism, local livelihoods, and awareness about wetland conservation.
59. The Ratle Hydroelectric Project is being constructed on which river?
[A] Jhelum
[B] Ravi
[C] Chenab
[D] Indus
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Correct Answer: C [Chenab]
Notes:
Megha Engineering and Infrastructures Ltd. (MEIL), the construction company executing the Ratle Hydroelectric Project, has stated that it may withdraw from the project if the administration fails to curb threats and interference from local elements and political actors. The Ratle Hydroelectric Project is an 850 MW run-of-river hydroelectric power project being developed on the Chenab River in the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir. The project is being implemented by the Ratle Hydroelectric Power Corporation Limited (RHPCL). Once completed, the project is expected to generate approximately 3,137 GWh of electricity annually, contributing significantly to regional power supply.
60. What is the name of the mission launched by government to create a comprehensive digital database of livestock and related services across the country?
[A] Gokul Mission
[B] Bharat Pashupalan Mission
[C] Livestock Information Network of India
[D] National Digital Livestock Mission
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Correct Answer: D [National Digital Livestock Mission]
Notes:
The Government has launched the National Digital Livestock Mission (NDLM) to create a comprehensive digital database of livestock and related services across India, as informed to Parliament. The mission aims to improve livestock productivity, breed improvement, disease surveillance, traceability of livestock products, and farmer-centric service delivery. So far, about 9.5 crore livestock owners have been registered and 35.96 crore animals have been issued Pashu Aadhaar. The digital backbone of NDLM is the Bharat Pashudhan platform, supported by mobile and web applications for field workers.