1. What is the main objective of Yatri Sewa Diwas 2025?
(A) Expand airport infrastructure
(B) Increase flight volume
(C) Promote passenger-first services
(D) Introduce new aircraft models

2. Who is the director of the Hindi film Homebound, selected as India’s entry for the 2026 Oscars in the Best International Feature Film category?
(A) Mira Nair
(B) Neeraj Ghaywan
(C) Karan Johar
(D) R. Balki

3. The official logo of the India-AI Impact Summit 2026 is based on which emblem?
(A) Lion Capital of Ashoka
(B) Ashoka Chakra
(C) Tricolor Flag
(D) Om Symbol

4. Which company signed an MoU with Hindustan Copper Limited to collaborate for exploration and development of critical minerals including copper?
(A) ONGC
(B) Bharat Petroleum
(C) Coal India Limited
(D) Oil India Limited

5. What is the theme for Ayurveda Day 2025?
(A) Ayurveda for People and Planet
(B) Ayurveda for Health and Wellness
(C) Global Ayurveda for All
(D) Ayurveda for Sustainable Future

6. Who won India’s first bronze medal at the World Wrestling Championships 2025 held in Zagreb, Croatia?
(A) Vinesh Phogat
(B) Sonu Sudhakar
(C) Antim Panghal
(D) Anil Mor

7. Which regulatory framework, launched by SEBI in 2025, aims to simplify foreign investors’ access to GIFT-IFSC and promote long-term institutional investments in India?
(A) SWAGAT-FI
(B) FASTER-FI
(C) GIFT-ACCESS
(D) INVEST-EASY

8. The 5th edition of the World Teak Conference (WTC) 2025 was organized for the first time in India in which city?
(A) Bengaluru
(B) New Delhi
(C) Mumbai
(D) Kochi

9. Which company has been awarded the contract to build India’s first private strategic petroleum reserve in Padur, Karnataka?
(A) Reliance Industries
(B) Megha Engineering
(C) Indian Oil Corporation
(D) Bharat Petroleum

10. Which country signed a NATO-style 'Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement' with nuclear-armed Pakistan in September 2025, under the principle “Attack on One = Attack on Both”?
(A) Saudi Arabia
(B) Iran
(C) Iraq
(D) Oman

Today's Explanation

1. (C) Promote passenger-first services

• Brief: The main objective of Yatri Sewa Diwas 2025 is to promote a culture of passenger-first services across the Indian aviation sector. The day focuses on enhancing the overall travel experience, improving customer satisfaction, and recognizing service excellence.

2. (B) Neeraj Ghaywan

• Brief: The Hindi film "Homebound", directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, has been selected as India's official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 2026 Academy Awards (Oscars). Ghaywan is known for his critically acclaimed work in films like "Masaan".

3. (B) Ashoka Chakra

• Brief: The official logo of the India-AI Impact Summit 2026 is creatively designed around the Ashoka Chakra, the 24-spoke wheel from the Indian national flag. This symbolizes progress, movement, and the integration of ancient wisdom with modern AI technology.

4. (D) Oil India Limited

• Brief: Oil India Limited (OIL), a Navratna PSU, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL). The collaboration aims to jointly explore and develop critical and strategic mineral blocks, including copper, to secure the nation's mineral resources.

5. (A) Ayurveda for People and Planet

• Brief: The theme for Ayurveda Day 2025 is "Ayurveda for People and Planet." This theme emphasizes the holistic role of Ayurveda in promoting the health and well-being of both humanity and the environment in a sustainable manner.

6. (C) Antim Panghal

• Brief: Indian wrestler Antim Panghal won India's first medal (a bronze) at the World Wrestling Championships 2025 in Zagreb, Croatia. She achieved this in the women's 53 kg category.

7. (A) SWAGAT-FI

• Brief: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) launched the "SWAGAT-FI" (Simplified Window for Access GIFT City by Foreign Investors) framework in 2025. It is designed to simplify and streamline the process for foreign investors to access the GIFT City's International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) and encourage long-term investments.

8. (D) Kochi

• Brief: The 5th World Teak Conference (WTC) 2025 was organized for the first time in India in the city of Kochi, Kerala. The conference brought together global experts to discuss the sustainable management and commercial aspects of teak forestry.

9. (B) Megha Engineering

• Brief: Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Limited (MEIL) has been awarded the contract to build India's first private-sector strategic petroleum reserve (SPR) at Padur in Karnataka. This project will enhance the country's energy security by storing crude oil for emergencies.

10. (A) Saudi Arabia

Brief: Saudi Arabia signed a NATO-style 'Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement' with Pakistan in September 2025. The agreement is based on the principle "Attack on One = Attack on Both," signifying a major deepening of their military and strategic partnership.