51. Which state has introduced India’s first policy for women-centric ergonomic testing of farm machines?
[A] Jharkhand
[B] Bihar
[C] Uttar Pradesh
[D] Odisha
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Correct Answer: D [Odisha]
Notes:
The Government of Odisha has introduced India’s first policy for women-centric ergonomic testing of farm machines. The Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) was finalised on November 4, 2025, by an expert committee. It ensures that agricultural tools are designed for women’s body structure, strength, and posture. According to the Economic Survey 2024–25, women’s participation in farming rose from 57% in 2017–18 to 64.4% in 2023–24. A pilot study under the Shree Anna Abhiyan (formerly Odisha Millets Mission) tested tools in five districts with women farmers.
52. 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.
53. Ambaji Marble, which was recently received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, is mainly found in which state?
[A] Maharashtra
[B] Gujarat
[C] Odisha
[D] Karnataka
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Correct Answer: B [Gujarat]
Notes:
Recently, Ambaji Marble received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag for its high-quality white stone. Ambaji Marble is named after Ambaji town in Gujarat, where it is mainly quarried. It is known for its milky white colour, natural beauty, and strong durability. It often shows subtle grey or beige veins formed naturally by minerals during its creation. Ambaji Marble is widely used in temples, memorials, religious structures, and iconic buildings, including the famous Ambaji Temple.
54. Which state police has become the first in India to achieve a 100% response rate in cyber fraud calls?
[A] Karnataka
[B] Gujarat
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Goa
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Correct Answer: D [Goa]
Notes:
Goa Police has become the first state police in India to achieve 100% response rate in cyber fraud calls. The cyber fraud call centre received over 5,000 calls, registering 581 complaints. Around 1,500 missed calls were also successfully responded to, ensuring full accessibility. The 1930 cloud-based call centre was launched last month and inaugurated by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Nine police personnel from the cyber police station attend calls 24/7. The system provides complainants’ details (mobile number, name, date, time) to facilitate follow-up. The initiative significantly improves accessibility and efficiency in handling cyber fraud complaints.
55. What was the name of the Indian military operation conducted in Sri Lanka between 1987 and 1990 for which Chief of the Army Staff paid homage for the first time?
[A] Operation Meghdoot
[B] Operation Pawan
[C] Operation Cactus
[D] Operation Vijay
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Correct Answer: B [Operation Pawan]
Notes:
Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi paid homage for the first time to soldiers of Operation Pawan (1987–1990) at the National War Memorial. Earlier, only families and veterans marked the anniversary. Lt. General Pushpendra Singh, who served in the operation, accompanied him. Operation Pawan was the Indian Peace Keeping Force (IPKF) mission in Sri Lanka, causing hundreds of deaths and over a thousand injuries.
56. The ‘Nayi Chetna’ campaign recently launched in New Delhi primarily focuses on which area?
[A] Gender equality and women’s empowerment
[B] Agricultural reforms
[C] Urban housing development
[D] Climate action
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Correct Answer: A [Gender equality and women’s empowerment]
Notes:
Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, and Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Smt. Annapurna Devi, inaugurated the fourth edition of “Nayi Chetna – Initiative for Change” in New Delhi. It aims to promote gender equality and women’s empowerment. Campaign evolved into a mass movement for security, dignity, and economic participation of rural women. It focuses on respect, safety, self-reliance, and eliminating discriminatory attitudes towards daughters.
57. Where was India’s longest cantilever glass skywalk inaugurated?
[A] Kolkata
[B] Bengaluru
[C] Visakhapatnam
[D] Chennai
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Correct Answer: C [Visakhapatnam]
Notes:
Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA) opened India’s longest cantilever glass skywalk at Kailasagiri hilltop park, Visakhapatnam. The skywalk is at a height of 862 feet (about 262 metres) and offers views of the city and Bay of Bengal. It can withstand wind speeds up to 250 kilometres per hour (km/h). It is built with high-strength toughened glass for maximum safety. Though it can hold over 100 people, only 40 visitors are allowed at a time.
58. What is the name of the first Community Radio Station (CRS) inaugurated in the Eastern Theatre by the Indian Army?
[A] Radio Arunachal, 101.2 FM
[B] Radio Dirang, 88.4 FM
[C] Radio Tawang, 95.6 FM
[D] Radio Lohit, 100.4 FM
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Correct Answer: B [Radio Dirang, 88.4 FM]
Notes:
The Indian Army inaugurated Radio Dirang, 88.4 FM – Apni Mitti, Apni Kahani, marking it as the first Community Radio Station (CRS) in the Eastern Theatre, aimed at enhancing communication in border areas. The station was established by the Gajraj Corps under Operation Sadbhavna, reflecting the Army’s commitment to community engagement and socio-economic development in Arunachal Pradesh. Radio Dirang is designed to promote and preserve local culture, traditions, and social development initiatives, acting as a bridge between the administration and the community. It serves as a vital channel for local administration, enabling the timely dissemination of important information to residents in remote and border areas.
59. Which ministry has launched the ‘Jal Shakti Hackathon-2025’ and the Bharat-WIN Portal to promote innovation in the water sector?
[A] Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
[B] Ministry of Jal Shakti
[C] Ministry of Rural Development
[D] Ministry of Science and Technology
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Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Jal Shakti]
Notes:
Union Jal Shakti Minister C. R. Patil launched the ‘Jal Shakti Hackathon-2025’ along with the Bharat-WIN Portal in New Delhi. The Jal Shakti Ministry stated that the Hackathon is designed to promote innovation in the water sector, ensuring that water-related solutions become a public good accessible to all stakeholders. The newly launched Bharat-WIN Portal aims to identify, support, and promote practical, scalable, and field-ready solutions to tackle grassroots-level water challenges. The initiative broadens the scope of water-sector research, ensuring participation not only from specialised institutions but also from a diverse range of innovators, startups, academic bodies, and community stakeholders.
60. What is the official name of the Atomic Energy Bill, 2025 approved by Union Cabinet in December 2025?
[A] Strategic Harnessing of Atomic Innovation for National Transformation
[B] Sustainable Harnessing of Atomic Infrastructure for New India
[C] Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India
[D] Strategic Holistic Advancement of Nuclear Technology in India
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Correct Answer: C [Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India]
Notes:
The Union Cabinet has approved the Atomic Energy Bill, 2025, branded as SHANTI (Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India), marking the biggest reform in India’s nuclear sector in over six decades. The Bill ends the long-standing monopoly of the Department of Atomic Energy and allows private sector participation in atomic minerals, fuel fabrication, equipment manufacturing, and parts of nuclear plant operations. It will consolidate existing laws, replace outdated provisions of the Atomic Energy Act, 1962, and create a modern, unified legal framework for faster nuclear expansion. An independent nuclear safety authority is proposed to strengthen regulation, transparency, and alignment with global safety standards.