On which of the following dates did Prime Minister Narendra Modi address the 78th Session of the World Health Assembly held in Geneva?
12 May 2025
20 April 2025
12 April 2025
20 May 2025
The question asks for the specific date when Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 78th Session of the World Health Assembly in Geneva. This requires knowledge of recent international events and the Prime Minister's engagements.
Correct Option: D) 20 May 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 78th Session of the World Health Assembly on May 20, 2025, via video message. This event was widely reported in the news.
The question asks to identify the movie that received the LUX Audience Award at the 2025 ceremony held at the European Parliament. This requires knowledge of recent film awards, specifically the LUX Audience Award.
Correct Option: D) Flow
The question asks to identify the Biosphere Reserve located in Tamil Nadu from the given options. This requires knowledge of the geographical locations of major Biosphere Reserves in India.
Correct Option: A) Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve
The Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve is indeed located in Tamil Nadu, India. It is one of the largest marine protected areas in India and is known for its rich biodiversity, including coral reefs, seagrass beds, and mangrove forests.
This question tests general knowledge about prominent Indian awards and their recipients. To answer this, one needs to recall recent major awards conferred upon well-known personalities like Gulzar.
Correct Option: A) Jnanpith Award. Gulzar was awarded the 58th Jnanpith Award for the year 2023, which was announced in February 2024. The question states "in 2025", which refers to the year of conferment/recognition, making this the correct answer.
The question asks to identify the landmark Supreme Court case that first established the 'Basic Structure Doctrine' of the Indian Constitution. This doctrine limits the Parliament's power to amend the Constitution, stating that it cannot alter its basic features.
B) Kesavananda Bharati vs State of Kerala (1973): This is the correct answer. In this landmark judgment, the Supreme Court ruled that the Parliament's power to amend the Constitution under Article 368 is not absolute and does not extend to altering the basic structure or framework of the Constitution. This doctrine has since been the cornerstone of Indian constitutional law, safeguarding the fundamental principles of the Constitution.
The question asks about the primary focus of the 'Atmanirbhar Oil Seeds Abhiyan' as announced in Budget 2025. Understanding the term 'Atmanirbhar' (self-reliant) is key to identifying the correct objective of such an initiative.
B) achieving self-sufficiency in oilseed production — This option directly reflects the core objective of an 'Atmanirbhar' (self-reliant) initiative in the context of oilseeds, which is to reduce import dependence and boost domestic production.
The question asks to identify the architectural style of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST). This requires knowledge of prominent architectural styles in India, particularly those influenced by colonial rule.
Correct Option: B) Indo-Saracenic. The Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus is a magnificent example of Victorian Gothic Revival architecture, which, when applied in India and incorporating Indian elements, falls under the broader umbrella of Indo-Saracenic architecture. This style is characterized by a fusion of European (often Gothic) and Indian (Mughal, Hindu) architectural features.
The question asks about the establishment of the Asaf Jahi dynasty during the colonial period. This requires knowledge of Indian history, specifically the emergence of independent states during the decline of the Mughal Empire and the subsequent British colonial influence.
Correct Option: B) The Asaf Jahi dynasty was established in Hyderabad. Nizam-ul-Mulk Asaf Jah I founded the dynasty in the Deccan region, with Hyderabad as its capital, effectively creating the Hyderabad State which became a prominent princely state during the British colonial era.
The question asks to identify an initiative by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs that focuses on rapid action against cybercriminals. We need to evaluate each option to determine which one aligns with this objective.
C) e-Zero FIR is the correct answer. The e-Zero FIR system, launched by I4C, allows victims of cybercrime to file a First Information Report (FIR) online from any location, without jurisdictional limitations. This facilitates rapid reporting and subsequent action by law enforcement agencies, which is crucial for combating fast-evolving cybercrimes.
The question asks to identify the correctly matched abbreviation with its full form. This requires knowledge of common computer and technology abbreviations.
Correct Option: C) CD – Compact Disc
This option correctly matches the abbreviation "CD" with its full form "Compact Disc". A Compact Disc is a digital optical disc data storage format that was co-developed by Philips and Sony and released in 1982. The format was originally developed to store and play only sound recordings but was later adapted for storage of data (CD-ROM).