1. What is the primary challenge faced by Indian cities in terms of urban infrastructure? a) Lack of skilled workforce b) Overcrowding and inadequate facilities c) Lack of public transportation…
Introduction: Climate change has emerged as one of the most significant global challenges in the 21st century, and its impact on agriculture is particularly profound. For a country like India,…
1. What is the primary consequence of climate change on agriculture in India? a) Increased crop yields b) Decreased water availability c) Improved soil fertility d) Longer farming seasons Answer:…
Introduction In the contemporary global economy, supply chains are integral to the production and distribution of goods across borders. As businesses and economies become increasingly interconnected, the movement of raw…
Which of the following is a key factor in India's increasing role in global supply chains? a) Low labor costs b) High domestic demand c) Geographical location d) Strong export…
Introduction The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is the regulatory authority responsible for overseeing the securities and capital markets in India. Established in 1988 and given statutory powers…
What is the primary function of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)?a) Regulation of banking institutions b) Supervision of non-banking financial companies c) Regulation of stock exchanges and…
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic, which spread across the globe in early 2020, left a profound impact on countries’ economies, and India was no exception. The country, already facing significant socio-economic…
1. What was the main objective of the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan announced in May 2020? A) To boost the export sector B) To promote self-reliance in the economy C) To…
Introduction India's foreign policy has been shaped by its historical experiences, geographical realities, and economic aspirations. Over the decades, India's diplomatic approach has evolved, particularly in the face of a…
1. Who was the first Prime Minister of India to visit the United States? a) Jawaharlal Nehru b) Indira Gandhi c) Rajiv Gandhi d) Atal Bihari Vajpayee Answer: a) Jawaharlal…
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has had an unprecedented impact on global public health systems, exposing both the strengths and weaknesses of healthcare infrastructures around the world. For India, with its…
1. What was one of the major challenges in India’s healthcare system exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic? A) Lack of health insurance policies B) Insufficient hospital beds and ICU facilities…
Introduction India, as a vibrant democracy and a fast-growing economy, requires a dynamic and forward-looking policy-making institution to address its developmental challenges. The National Institution for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog,…
What does NITI in NITI Aayog stand for? (A) National Institution for Transforming India (B) National Investment and Trade Initiative (C) New Innovation and Technology Initiative (D) None of the…
Introduction The Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India, implemented on July 1, 2017, marks a significant overhaul of the indirect taxation system. Touted as a "One Nation, One Tax"…
What does GST stand for? a) Goods and Service Tax b) General Sales Tax c) Government Service Tax d) Gross Sales Tax Answer: a) Goods and Service Tax When was…
Introduction India and Pakistan, two nations born out of the same historical and cultural matrix, have shared a tumultuous relationship since their independence in 1947. While their shared history is…
1. Historical Context Which year did India and Pakistan gain independence? a) 1947 b) 1950 c) 1945 d) 1951 Answer: a) 1947 The Instrument of Accession was signed between India…
Introduction On November 8, 2016, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a radical economic decision that would send shockwaves through India's financial ecosystem – the demonetization of ₹500 and ₹1,000 currency…
1. What was the main objective of India's demonetization policy announced in November 2016? A) To increase tax revenue B) To curb black money C) To boost foreign direct investment…