1. Which country has been elected as a member of the UNESCO Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Council for the term 2025–2029?
(A) Qatar
(B) India
(C) Oman
(D) Bahrain

2. What is the theme for World Diabetes Day 2025?
(A) Healthy Ageing
(B) Diabetes for All
(C) Stop Diabetes
(D) Diabetes Across Life Stages

3. Which rail link has been approved for direct rail cargo connectivity between India and Nepal in 2025?
(A) Raxaul–Birgunj
(B) Jogbani–Biratnagar
(C) Nautanwa–Bhairahawa
(D) Jaynagar–Kurtha

4. Operation Akhand Prahar was conducted in which Indian state?
(A) Punjab
(B) Gujarat
(C) Rajasthan
(D) Haryana

5. The Ministry of Defence recently signed a ₹2,095.70 crore contract with which company for the procurement of INVAR Anti-Tank Missiles?
(A) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
(B) Bharat Electronics Limited
(C) Larsen & Toubro Defence
(D) Bharat Dynamics Limited

6. What is the theme for Children’s Day 2025 in India?
(A) For Every Child, Every Right
(B) Equality and Inclusion
(C) Better Future for Every Child
(D) Education for All

7. The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) recently signed an agreement with which company for the joint development of a Mission Critical Communication System (MCX) solution?
(A) Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL)
(B) NAM InfoCom Pvt. Ltd.
(C) Larsen & Toubro (L&T)
(D) Tata Communications

8. The Government of Odisha will host the Global Energy Leaders’ Summit (GELS) 2025 in which city?
(A) Puri
(B) Bhubaneswar
(C) Cuttack
(D) Rourkela

9. India’s first indigenous Quantum Diamond Microscope (QDM) was developed by which institution?
(A) IIT Kanpur
(B) IIT Bombay
(C) IIT Dhanbad
(D) IIT Delhi

10. Which Indian state has become the first to implement the amended BharatNet Scheme across its entire territory?
(A) Gujarat
(B) Maharashtra
(C) Punjab
(D) Karnataka

Today’s Explanation

1. UNESCO MAB Council Member (2025–2029) – Answer: (C) Oman

Oman was elected to the UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Council for the 2025–2029 term, strengthening its role in global environmental governance.

2. World Diabetes Day 2025 Theme – Answer: (D) Diabetes Across Life Stages

The theme for 2025 focuses on managing diabetes at every age, highlighting prevention, care, and awareness throughout the lifespan.

3. Approved India–Nepal Rail Cargo Link – Answer: (B) Jogbani–Biratnagar

The Jogbani–Biratnagar rail link received approval for direct rail cargo connectivity, enhancing freight movement between India and Nepal.

4. Operation Akhand Prahar – Answer: (C) Rajasthan

Operation Akhand Prahar was carried out in Rajasthan, targeting cross-border smuggling and security threats.

5. INVAR Anti-Tank Missiles Contract – Answer: (D) Bharat Dynamics Limited

The Ministry of Defence signed a ₹2,095.70 crore deal with BDL for the procurement of INVAR Anti-Tank Guided Missiles.

6. Children’s Day Theme 2025 – Answer: (A) For Every Child, Every Right

The theme emphasizes child rights, protection, education, and equality across the country.

7. C-DOT MCX Development Partner – Answer: (B) NAM InfoCom Pvt. Ltd.

C-DOT partnered with NAM InfoCom to jointly develop an advanced Mission Critical Communication System for secure emergency communications.

8. Global Energy Leaders’ Summit 2025 Venue – Answer: (A) Puri

Odisha selected Puri as the host city for GELS 2025, highlighting its growing role in energy-sector initiatives.

9. India’s First Quantum Diamond Microscope – Answer: (B) IIT Bombay

IIT Bombay developed India’s first Quantum Diamond Microscope, enabling high-precision magnetic field imaging.

10. First State to Fully Implement Amended BharatNet – Answer: (D) Karnataka

Karnataka became the first state to roll out the amended BharatNet Scheme across its entire geographical area, ensuring rural broadband coverage.