Q.1 Which country launched the Ofek-19 reconnaissance satellite in September 2025?
A) USA
B) China
C) Israel
D) Russia
Answer
C) Israel
Explanation:
Israel launched Ofek-19, an advanced reconnaissance satellite using Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) for all-weather surveillance. It enhances Israel’s security and intelligence capabilities.
Q.2 Which port became India’s first port to generate green hydrogen onsite in 2025?
A) Mundra Port
B) V.O. Chidambaranar Port
C) Kochi Port
D) Kandla Port
Answer
B) V.O. Chidambaranar Port
Explanation:
VOC Port, located in Tuticorin, became the first Indian port to produce green hydrogen (10 Nm³/hour capacity). It also started work on a Green Methanol Bunkering Facility to support green shipping.
Q.3 country partnered with Adani to develop the 570 MW Wangchhu Hydropower Project in 2025?
A) Nepal
B) Bhutan
C) Myanmar
D) Sri Lanka
Answer
B) Bhutan
Explanation:
Adani Group and Bhutan’s Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC) signed an agreement for the ₹6,000 crore Wangchhu hydropower project, a run-of-river scheme to enhance bilateral clean energy cooperation.
Q.4 What milestone did India’s manufacturing PMI achieve in August 2025?
A) 55.1, highest in 5 years
B) 57.5, highest in 10 years
C) 59.3, highest in 17 years
D) 60.0, highest in 20 years
Answer
C) 59.3, highest in 17 years
Explanation:
India’s Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 59.3 in August 2025, driven by strong demand and hiring, marking the highest level in 17 years.
Q.5 Which Indian weightlifter won gold in the Commonwealth Championships 2025 (48 kg category)?
A) Priteesmita Bhoi
B) Mirabai Chanu
C) Dharamjyoti Dewghariya
D) Punam Yadav
Answer
B) Mirabai Chanu
Explanation:
At the 2025 Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships in Ahmedabad, Mirabai Chanu lifted a total of 193 kg, clinching gold in the 48 kg women’s category.
Q.6 Which Indian defense exercise was held in Alaska in September 2025?
A) Vajra Prahar
B) Malabar
C) Yudh Abhyas 2025
D) Mitra Shakti
Answer
C) Yudh Abhyas 2025
Explanation:
The 21st edition of Yudh Abhyas, a joint Indo-US military exercise, was conducted in Alaska, focusing on mountain warfare, UAV operations, and electronic warfare.
Q.7 Which Indian city topped the NARI 2025 list for women’s safety?
A) Delhi
B) Gangtok
C) Pune
D) Bengaluru
Answer
B) Gangtok
Explanation:
Gangtok, Sikkim, ranked 5th safest city for women in the NARI 2025 report, with a 70.4% safety score, reflecting effective governance and social policies.
Q.8 What is the target completion year for Bhutan’s Wangchhu Hydropower Project?
A) 2027
B) 2028
C) 2030
D) 2031
Answer
C) 2030
Explanation:
The 570 MW Wangchhu Hydropower Project, jointly developed by Adani Group and Bhutan’s DGPC, is expected to be operational by 2030, supplying clean power to Bhutan and India.
Q.9 Which country’s Prime Minister resigned in September 2025, marking a major leadership change?
A) Japan
B) France
C) Germany
D) Canada
Answer
A) Japan
Explanation:
Explanation:
Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba resigned from both the Prime Minister’s post and his role as President of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) in September 2025. His resignation marks a major leadership shift, and the LDP will soon elect a new leader.
Q.10 Which Indian railway innovation was successfully tested in Chennai in September 2025?
A) Hydrogen-powered freight train
B) Hydrogen-powered passenger train
C) Electric-diesel hybrid train
D) Magnetic levitation train
Answer
B) Hydrogen-powered passenger train
Explanation:
The Indian Railways successfully tested a hydrogen-powered passenger train developed at the Integral Coach Factory, Chennai.It is part of the National Green Hydrogen Mission. The train will operate between Jind and Sonipat (Haryana) and represents a major step towards carbon-free rail transport.