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1) Recently, Deepak Shenoy’s Capitalmind gets Securities and Exchange Board of India approval to launch mutual fund operations. Who is the Head of Equities at Capitalmind aiming to simplify investing for retail investors?

(a) Deepak Shenoy

(b) Anoop Vijaykumar

(d) Ashish Kacholia

(e) Prashant Jain

2) As per the Reserve Bank of India Promotes Continuous Fintech Innovation with On Tap Sandbox. How many cohorts have been completed under the theme-based Regulatory Sandbox model as of April 2025?

(a) Two

(b) Three

(d) Five

(e) Six

3) Which Indian bank recently became the first to execute a gold forward deal from GIFT City?

(a) ICICI Bank

(b) Axis Bank

(d) HDFC Bank

(e) Kotak Mahindra Bank

4) On whose birth anniversary did PM Narendra Modi dedicate development projects worth ₹10,000 crore in Haryana?

(a) Mahatma Gandhi

(b) Jawaharlal Nehru

(d) Dr. B. R. Ambedkar

(e) Subhas Chandra Bose

5) Which department has introduced draft rules for gas meters under the Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011?

(a) Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas

(b) Bureau of Indian Standards

(d) Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs

(e) Ministry of Environment

6) Which Indian state received two prestigious awards from UIDAI in April 2025?

(a) Assam

(b) Sikkim

(d) Nagaland

(e) Tripura

7) Which Indian state became the first to implement Scheduled Castes (SC) sub-categorisation?

(a) Tamil Nadu

(b) Andhra Pradesh

(d) Kerala

(e) Karnataka

8) What is the name of the poverty alleviation mission launched by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath?

(a) Atma Nirbhar Uttar Pradesh

(b) Zero Poverty Mission

(d) Dr. Ambedkar Poverty Elimination Mission

(e) Bhimrao Ambedkar Poverty Mission

9) What is the additional state subsidy that the Nagaland Government will provide for solar installations up to 3 kW capacity?

(a) ₹25,000

(b) ₹50,000

(d) ₹1,00,000

(e) ₹10,000

10) As per the report, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy launches ‘Bhu Bharati’ portal. The Bhu Bharati portal replaces which previous system?

(a) Smart Land Portal

(b) Dharani portal

(d) Telangana Land Record Management System

(e) Land Settlement Portal

11) Recently, the Guwahati State Cancer Institute launched Northeast’s First Onco-Robotic Surgery Facility. Which other cities in Assam will soon have similar onco-robotic surgery facilities?

(a) Tezpur and Jorhat

(b) Dibrugarh and Silchar

(d) Bongaigaon and Jorhat

(e) Tinsukia and Dhemaji

12) Which IT firm has partnered with Bihar State Cooperative Bank (BSCB) for the digital transformation project?

(a) TCS

(b) PruTech Solutions

(d) Wipro

(e) IBM

13) Who was declared the winner of the Ecuador presidential election held on April 13, 2025?

(a) Luisa González

(b) Rafael Correa

(d) Guillermo Lasso

(e) Andres Arau

14) In March 2025, Who was appointed as the brand ambassador for the SOG Grandmaster Series?

(a) Viswanathan Anand

(b) Koneru Humpy

(d) Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa

(e) Anish Gir

15) What is the name of the new mascot introduced by Milkfed Punjab for its flagship dairy brand Verka?

(a) Amul Girl

(b) Veera

(d) Milkman Singh

(e) Mitha

16) What is Crisil’s projected GDP growth rate for India in fiscal 2026?

(a) 7.5%

(b) 6.5%

(d) 8.0%

(e) 6.0%

17) Which organization conferred the Verchol Dalit Literary Award on P. Sivakami?

(a) Sahitya Akademi

(b) Neelam Cultural Centre

(d) Bharatiya Sahitya Parishad

(e) Dalit Literary Society

18) Who was honored with the prestigious ‘Legends of Endoscopy’ award by the Japanese gastroenterology community?

(a) Dr. B. S. Ajaikumar

(b) Dr. D. Nageshwar Reddy

(d) Dr. A. V. R. Reddy

(e) Dr. S. K. Gupta

19) Who was awarded the 2025 Pritzker Architecture Prize?

(a) Zaha Hadid

(b) Liu Jiakun

(d) Norman Foster

(e) Jean Nouvel

20) Who was conferred a National Award at the 5th BRICS CCI WE Women’s Summit in March 2025?

(a) Dr. Uma Sharma

(b) Dr. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw

(d) Indra Nooyi

(e) Arundhati Bhattacharya

21) Which airport has been ranked the 9th busiest airport in the world for 2024?

(a) Dubai International Airport

(b) London Heathrow Airport

(d) Los Angeles International Airport

(e) Singapore Changi Airport

22) Which company ranked #1 in the 2025 Brand Finance IT Services Rankings for the 7th consecutive year?

(a) IBM

(b) TCS

(d) Infosys

(e) Wipro

23) Where were the two new species of jumping spiders from the genus Epidelaxia discovered?

(a) Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary

(b) Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary

(d) Silent Valley National Park

(e) Bandipur National Park

24) Which country topped the medal tally at the ISSF World Cup 2025?

(a) USA

(b) Russia

(d) China

(e) Germany

25) Who won the Rolex Monte Carlo Masters 2025?

(a) Novak Djokovic

(b) Rafael Nadal

(d) Jannik Sinner

(e) Lorenzo Musetti

26) Every year on April 15th is observed as Himachal day.In which year was Himachal Pradesh officially formed by merging 30 princely states?

(a) 1947

(b) 1948

(d) 1952

(e) 1956

27) Recently, Mario Vargas Llosa, Nobel Prize-Winning Peruvian Author and Politician, passed away. Where was Mario Vargas Llosa born?

(a) Lima

(b) Santiago

(d) Cusco

(e) Trujillo

28) Which bird has been designated as the state bird of Himachal Pradesh?

(a) Himalayan Monal

(b) Western Tragopan

(d) Indian Peafowl

(e) Eurasian Sparrowhawk

29) Who holds the position of President of Italy in 2025?

(a) Paolo Gentiloni

(b) Sergio Mattarella

(d) Enrico Letta

(e) Matteo Salvini

30) Who is the present Governor of Bihar (as of 2025)?

(a) Phagu Chauhan

(b) Rajendra Arlekar

(d) Satya Pal Malik

(e) Ramesh Bais

Answers :

1) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Capitalmind Financial Services, founded by Deepak Shenoy, gets SEBI’s final approval to launch Capitalmind Mutual Fund.

Operations run through Capitalmind Asset Management Private Limited (Capitalmind AC).

Anoop Vijaykumar, Head of Equities, aims to simplify investing for retail investors.

Detailed Explanation:

Capitalmind Financial Services, founded by Deepak Shenoy, gets SEBI’s final approval to launch Capitalmind Mutual Fund.

Operations run through Capitalmind Asset Management Private Limited (Capitalmind AMC).

AMC will offer actively managed equity schemes using quantitative strategies.

Capitalmind currently manages ₹2,000 crore+ assets via PMS and AIF, serving over 1,400 clients.

Noted PMS strategies: Adaptive Momentum and Surge India with strong post-fee returns in the past 5 years.

Known for data-driven, rules-based investing and daily equity curve publication.

SEBI approval is seen as validation for transparent, investor-first strategies.

Operations and tech stack built in-house (includes fund accounting and automated trading systems).

India’s mutual fund AUM crosses ₹65 lakh crore, with over 5.3 crore unique investors.

Capitalmind Premium platform has 20,000+ investors, 4 lakh+ followers, and 8.5 lakh podcast downloads.

Anoop Vijaykumar, Head of Equities, aims to simplify investing for retail investors.

2) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced a ‘Theme Neutral’ ‘On Tap’ application facility under its Regulatory Sandbox (RS) on April 9, 2025.

This move allows continuous and theme-independent submission of applications for testing innovative fintech solutions.

The Regulatory Sandbox was launched in 2019.

Until now, it operated using theme-based cohorts (four completed).

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced a ‘Theme Neutral’ ‘On Tap’ application facility under its Regulatory Sandbox (RS) on April 9, 2025.

This move allows continuous and theme-independent submission of applications for testing innovative fintech solutions.

The Regulatory Sandbox was launched in 2019.

Until now, it operated using theme-based cohorts (four completed).

The RBI now enables applications under an open theme model rather than waiting for specific cohorts.

The earlier ‘On Tap’ facility (announced in October 2021) allowed applications under closed cohort themes.

The new model promotes proactive engagement and broader inclusion of fintech innovations.

The RBI aims to boost fintech by enabling experimentation, consumer safety, and regulatory flexibility.

3) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

HDFC Bank has become the first Indian bank to execute a gold forward deal from GIFT City, Gujarat.

The transaction was carried out by the bank’s International Banking Unit (IBU) in collaboration with Hindustan Platinum, a global refiner and manufacturer of high-purity precious metals.

Detailed Explanation:

HDFC Bank has become the first Indian bank to execute a gold forward deal from GIFT City, Gujarat.

The transaction was carried out by the bank’s International Banking Unit (IBU) in collaboration with Hindustan Platinum, a global refiner and manufacturer of high-purity precious metals.

Gold Forward Deal: A gold forward deal is an agreement to buy or sell gold at a fixed price on a future date. It enables businesses to hedge against price risks, offering financial protection from market volatility.

With regulatory support, onshore entities exposed to gold price fluctuations can now hedge their risks via GIFT City, opening new avenues for secure bullion trading.

HDFC Bank’s IBU acts as a trading and clearing member of the Indian International Bullion Exchange (IIBX). This initiative supports the growth of India’s bullion ecosystem and strengthens GIFT City’s position as a global financial hub.

4) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

On the occasion of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar’s birth anniversary, Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated several significant development projects of 10,000 crores to the people of Haryana.

Detailed Explanation:

The projects aim to enhance the state’s infrastructure and energy capacity.

Energy Sector Development:

Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram Thermal Power Plant (Yamunanagar):

Foundation Stone Laid: For the third unit of 800 MW at the thermal power plant.

Investment: ₹8,469 crore.

Waste-to-Energy Project:

GOBAR DHAN Plant (Yamunanagar):

Foundation Stone Laid: For a GOBAR DHAN Plant with an investment of ₹90 crore.

Infrastructure Development:

Rewari Bypass:

Inauguration: The new Rewari Bypass was inaugurated.

Investment: ₹1,069 crore.

Aviation Development:

Maharaja Agrasen Airport:

Foundation Stone Laid: For a new terminal at Maharaja Agrasen Airport.

Inauguration of New Flight: Flagged off the first flight to Ayodhya from this newly developed terminal.

5) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, has taken a major step towards enhancing consumer protection and ensuring accurate measurement in gas usage by introducing draft rules for Gas Meters under the Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011.

Detailed Explanation:

These rules are aimed at improving fair trade practices and transparency in gas measurement across various sectors.

All gas meters, whether used for domestic, commercial, or industrial purposes, must undergo thorough testing, verification, and be stamped before use in trade and commerce.

A re-verification process is also mandated to ensure the continued accuracy of gas meters during use.

These regulations are designed to prevent overcharging or under-measurement of gas consumption, ensuring that consumers are billed fairly.

6) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Meghalaya received two prestigious awards from the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).

The awards were for best-performing state in:

Mandatory Biometric Updates (MBUs) of children

Adult Aadhaar enrolment verification

Detailed Explanation:

Meghalaya received two prestigious awards from the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).

The awards were for best-performing state in:

Mandatory Biometric Updates (MBUs) of children

Adult Aadhaar enrolment verification

Awards were presented during the Aadhaar Samvaad event on April 8, 2025.

Venue: Bharat Mandapam Convention Centre, New Delhi.

The awards highlight Meghalaya’s exemplary performance in strengthening Aadhaar services and ensuring accurate enrolments.

The awards were received by Kupar War, Nodal Officer (Aadhaar), General Administration Department, Government of Meghalaya.

7) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Telangana has become the first state in India to implement Scheduled Castes (SC) sub-categorisation following the Supreme Court’s verdict.

The announcement was made on April 14, 2025, coinciding with Dr B.R. Ambedkar’s birth anniversary.

The Telangana Legislature passed the Scheduled Castes (Rationalisation of Reservation) Bill, 2025 in March, and it received the Governor’s assent on April 8.

Detailed Explanation:

Telangana has become the first state in India to implement Scheduled Castes (SC) sub-categorisation following the Supreme Court’s verdict.

The announcement was made on April 14, 2025, coinciding with Dr B.R. Ambedkar’s birth anniversary.

The Telangana Legislature passed the Scheduled Castes (Rationalisation of Reservation) Bill, 2025 in March, and it received the Governor’s assent on April 8.

The implementation was officially published in the Telangana Gazette on April 14.

As per the Justice Shameem Akther Commission’s recommendations, 59 SC communities in the state have been classified into three groups:

Group I includes 15 most disadvantaged communities and will get 1% reservation

Group II includes 18 moderately benefited communities with 9% reservation

Group III comprises 26 significantly benefited groups, receiving 5% reservation

The total SC reservation of 15% remains unchanged.

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy called the move a historic act of social justice and received the first gazette copy of the order.

8) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister (CM) Yogi Adityanath announced the ‘Zero Poverty’ mission will be named after Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar.

The mission will launch later this month and aims to lift every underprivileged individual above the poverty line.

Detailed Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister (CM) Yogi Adityanath announced the ‘Zero Poverty’ mission will be named after Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar.

The mission will launch later this month and aims to lift every underprivileged individual above the poverty line.

In Phase 1, around 14–15 lakh families will be identified; each gram panchayat will cover 20–25 deprived families.

UP will be the first state in India to take such decisive steps toward zero poverty.

A commemorative souvenir was released on Ambedkar Jayanti by the UP government.

CM recalled Ambedkar’s higher education in England and his role in uplifting the deprived and marginalised.

Dr Ambedkar was the first Law Minister of India and Chairman of the Constitution Drafting Committee.

CM hailed the Constitution’s role in making India the world’s largest and most vibrant democracy.

The journey to fulfil Ambedkar’s vision began under Atal Bihari Vajpayee and strengthened under PM Modi.

9) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

On 14 April,2025 Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio formally launched the Nagaland Solar Mission at the Nagaland Civil Secretariat, Kohima, in presence of Minister KG Kenye and senior officials.

The mission aligns with the Prime Minister’s Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG:MBY) and aims to install residential Rooftop Solar (RTS) systems across the state.

The Nagaland Government will provide an additional state subsidy of up to ₹50,000 for solar installations up to 3 kW capacity, over and above the central subsidy.

Detailed Explanation:

The mission aligns with the Prime Minister’s Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG:MBY) and aims to install residential Rooftop Solar (RTS) systems across the state.

The initiative is a strategic move to address power deficits and support India’s green energy revolution.

The Nagaland Government will provide an additional state subsidy of up to ₹50,000 for solar installations up to 3 kW capacity, over and above the central subsidy.

This combined subsidy model (central + state) will cover most of the installation cost, making solar energy more accessible for households.

Households will also benefit by reducing electricity bills through power generation and grid contribution from the installed rooftop systems.

10) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

On April 14, 2025, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy launched the Bhu Bharati portal, an integrated online revenue records management system, replacing the previous Dharani portal introduced by the BRS government.

The Bhu Bharati portal addresses issues associated with the previous Dharani system, which faced criticism over irregularities and lack of accessibility.

Detailed Explanation:

The Bhu Bharati portal addresses issues associated with the previous Dharani system, which faced criticism over irregularities and lack of accessibility.

The new portal is part of the government’s commitment to resolving land disputes and ensuring transparency in land administration.

Transparent Land Management: Bhu Bharati aims to provide a transparent and efficient platform for land registrations, mutations, appeals, and conversions of agricultural land to non-agricultural use.

11) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Assam State Cancer Institute at Guwahati launched Northeast’s first onco-robotic surgery facility on 14 April, 2025.

Similar robotic surgery facilities will soon be launched in Dibrugarh and Silchar too. This will benefit patients from Upper Assam and the Barak Valley

Detailed Explanation:

The Assam State Cancer Institute at Guwahati launched Northeast’s first onco-robotic surgery facility on 14 April, 2025.

This state-of-the-art healthcare facility enables minimally invasive procedures with enhanced precision, control and 3D visualization.

The robotic surgeries would significantly reduce operation time, lower the risk of bleeding and allow for more accuracy and ease in complex procedures.

This will be a major milestone in the Northeast in cancer care by enabling advanced surgical precision and improved patient outcomes.

Similar robotic surgery facilities will soon be launched in Dibrugarh and Silchar too. This will benefit patients from Upper Assam and the Barak Valley

12) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Bihar State Cooperative Bank (BSCB) has partnered with PruTech Solutions, a New Jersey-headquartered IT firm, for a ₹190 crore digital transformation initiative aimed at upgrading core systems, introducing generative AI, and enhancing financial inclusion.

Detailed Explanation:

A modernised Core Banking System (CBS) will be implemented across 13 BSCB branches and 23 District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs), enabling real-time transactions, centralised operations, and improved financial reporting.

The project will utilise a cloud-based infrastructure following the Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) model, allowing scalability, better operational resilience, and separation from traditional in-house servers.

A Loan Origination System will be introduced to digitise the entire loan process from application to disbursal, and a micro-ATM client application will extend banking access to rural and underserved areas, allowing basic banking transactions and cash withdrawals outside traditional branches.

13) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Daniel Noboa, President of Ecuador, declared winner of the April 13, 2025 election.

Victory was confirmed within 3 hours of polls closing, with over 90% votes counted.

Detailed Explanation:

Daniel Noboa, President of Ecuador, declared winner of the April 13, 2025 election.

Victory was confirmed within 3 hours of polls closing, with over 90% votes counted.

Noboa, in power since November 2023 via snap election.

Luisa González (47), opposition candidate, alleges fraud, but no evidence provided.

González is a protégé of exiled leftist leader Rafael Correa.

Election conducted amid unprecedented narco-violence; Ecuador has one of Latin America’s highest homicide rates.

One homicide per hour recorded in early 2025.

Drug cartels have made cities battlegrounds for trafficking routes to the U.S. and Europe.

14) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Koneru Humpy, the youngest-ever Indian woman grandmaster, has been appointed as the brand ambassador for the SOG Grandmaster Series.

Detailed Explanation:

Koneru Humpy, the youngest-ever Indian woman grandmaster, has been appointed as the brand ambassador for the SOG Grandmaster Series.

Koneru Humpy made history as the youngest woman to achieve the title of grandmaster at the age of 15.

She is one of India’s most accomplished chess players, having earned numerous accolades in the international chess arena.

The series will feature top-tier chess tournaments and events aimed at promoting excellence in the sport.

Koneru Humpy’s role as ambassador will help raise awareness and inspire young talent in the chess community.

15) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

In a strategic branding initiative, Milkfed Punjab, one of India’s largest state dairy cooperatives, has introduced a new mascot named ‘Veera’ for its flagship dairy brand Verka.

Detailed Explanation:

In a strategic branding initiative, Milkfed Punjab, one of India’s largest state dairy cooperatives, has introduced a new mascot named ‘Veera’ for its flagship dairy brand Verka.

This move aims to enhance Verka’s visibility and sales, with the goal of establishing it as a household name, similar to the iconic Amul Girl.

Veera, a cheerful Sikh boy with folded hands, represents Punjab’s warmth, tradition, and hospitality, helping to build a stronger emotional connection with consumers.

Mascot Name:Veera (meaning ‘brother’ in Punjabi).

Mascot Depiction:A cheerful Sikh boy with folded hands.

Objective:To serve as a brand ambassador for Verka, promoting the brand in a way similar to the Amul Girl.

16) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Global credit rating agency Crisil has projected that India’s GDP will grow by 6.5% in fiscal 2026, though it has raised concerns over the potential downside risks, particularly US tariff hikes.

Detailed Explanation:

GDP Growth Forecast:

India’s GDP: Projected growth of 6.5% for fiscal 2026.

Downside Risk: US tariff hikes could significantly impact this growth forecast.

Positive Factors:

Monetary Easing by RBI: Crisil expects interest rate cuts and income tax relief to support consumption in FY26.

Easing Inflation: Lower inflation expected to boost consumer demand.

Normal Monsoon: Could support agricultural incomes and contribute positively to growth.

Decline in Global Crude Oil Prices: A global slowdown could lead to lower oil prices, further supporting domestic economic activity.

17) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Acclaimed writer, retired IAS officer, and social activist P. Sivakami was conferred the prestigious Verchol Dalit Literary Award by the Neelam Cultural Centre, an organization founded by filmmaker Pa. Ranjith.

Detailed Explanation:

Award Recipient: P. Sivakami – Renowned writer, retired IAS officer, and political figure.

Award: Verchol Dalit Literary Award

Prize: ₹1 lakh cash prize

Organizer: Neelam Cultural Centre, founded by Pa. Ranjith

Venue: Chennai, Tamil Nadu

18) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Dr. D. Nageshwar Reddy, Chairman of AIG Hospitals, Hyderabad, was honored with the prestigious ‘Legends of Endoscopy’ award by the Japanese gastroenterology community for his pioneering work in Gastrointestinal (GI) Endoscopy.

Detailed Explanation:

The award was presented at the Tokyo Live Global Endoscopy 2025 event, held at SHOWA Medical University Koto Toyosu Hospital, Tokyo.

Award Received:

‘Legends of Endoscopy’ award

Presented to Dr. D. Nageshwar Reddy, Chairman, AIG Hospitals, Hyderabad

Event Details:

Awarding Body: Japanese gastroenterology community

Event Name: Tokyo Live Global Endoscopy 2025

Venue: SHOWA Medical University Koto Toyosu Hospital, Tokyo, Japan

19) Answer: B

Liu Jiakun, renowned Chinese architect and educator, has been awarded the 2025 Pritzker Architecture Prize, the most prestigious accolade in global architecture.

The award ceremony will take place at the Louvre Abu Dhabi, designed by Jean Nouvel.

A global video release and the 2025 Laureates’ Lecture and Symposium will follow in May.

20) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Dr. Uma Sharma, Chairperson of Kailash Group of Hospitals, was conferred a National Award at the 5th BRICS CCI WE Women’s Summit held in March 2025 at Hyatt Regency, New Delhi.

Detailed Explanation:

Director on the Board of Kailash Group Companies

Renowned obstetrician and gynecologist with nearly four decades of experience

Expanding accessible healthcare services

Promoting women’s self-reliance

Advancing women’s health and well-being

21) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport has been ranked as the 9th busiest airport in the world for 2024, as per the Airports Council International (ACI) World rankings.

Detailed Explanation:

Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport has been ranked as the 9th busiest airport in the world for 2024, as per the Airports Council International (ACI) World rankings.

Handling 77 million passengers, IGI’s consistent growth and expanded international connectivity have elevated its global standing, showcasing India’s rising aviation profile.

Rank Achieved:

9th busiest airport globally (2024) according to ACI World preliminary rankings.

Passenger Traffic:

77 million passengers handled in 2024.

Year-wise Progression:

2019: 17th

2021: 13th

2023: 10th

2024: 9th

22) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Indian IT firms have demonstrated exceptional growth and brand value in the 2025 Brand Finance IT Services Rankings, highlighting India’s crucial role in the global tech landscape.

Accenture’s Global Dominance Continues

Rank: #1 (7th consecutive year)

Brand Value: $41.5 billion (2% increase)

Detailed Explanation:

Indian IT firms have demonstrated exceptional growth and brand value in the 2025 Brand Finance IT Services Rankings, highlighting India’s crucial role in the global tech landscape.

Accenture’s Global Dominance Continues

Rank: #1 (7th consecutive year)

Brand Value: $41.5 billion (2% increase)

Achievements:

Overtook IBM Consulting as the strongest IT services brand

Brand Strength Index Score: 89.6/100 (AAA+ rating)

Strong focus on AI, global presence, and service diversification

TCS: Consistent and Strategic Growth

Rank: #2 globally (4th year in a row)

Brand Value: $21.3 billion (11% increase)

Highlights:

Only the second brand to cross the $20 billion mark

Noted for investments in AI and strong brand building

23) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

A collaborative research effort has led to the discovery of two new species of jumping spiders from the genus Epidelaxia in the Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary, Kollam, Kerala.

This marks the first time the genus has been recorded in India, previously considered endemic to Sri Lanka.

Detailed Explanation:

A collaborative research effort has led to the discovery of two new species of jumping spiders from the genus Epidelaxia in the Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary, Kollam, Kerala.

This marks the first time the genus has been recorded in India, previously considered endemic to Sri Lanka.

The research team consists of Asima A., G. Prasad (University of Kerala), John T.D. Caleb (Saveetha Medical College & Hospitals, Chennai), and Mathew M.J. (Bharata Mata College, Kochi).

The findings were published in Zootaxa (February 2025), shedding light on the Western Ghats’ rich biodiversity.

Epidelaxia falciformis sp. nov.

Epidelaxia palustris sp. nov.
These species were discovered during field expeditions in Kulathupuzha, Kollam (December 2022 and April 2023).

24) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India delivered a strong performance at the first ISSF World Cup 2025 (Rifle, Pistol, and Shotgun events), finishing second overall behind China.

Detailed Explanation:

India delivered a strong performance at the first ISSF World Cup 2025 (Rifle, Pistol, and Shotgun events), finishing second overall behind China.

The event, held ahead of the Paris Olympics, showcased India’s shooting strength and depth.

Overall, Medal Tally – India

Gold: 4

Silver: 2

Bronze: 2

Total: 8 Medals

Final Standings

1st – China: 5 Gold, 3 Silver, 3 Bronze

2nd – India: 4 Gold, 2 Silver, 2 Bronze

25) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz emerged victorious at the Rolex Monte Carlo Masters 2025, claiming his sixth ATP Masters 1000 title with a strong comeback against Lorenzo Musetti of Italy.

Detailed Explanation:

After dropping the first set, Alcaraz dominated the remaining two, benefiting from Musetti’s leg injury in the decider.

Match Result: Carlos Alcaraz defeated Lorenzo Musetti

Score: 3-6, 6-1, 6-0

Duration: 1 hour 54 minutes

Tournament: Rolex Monte Carlo Masters 2025

26) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Himachal Pradesh is celebrating its 78th Foundation Day.

April 15 marks the day in 1948 when the state was officially formed by merging 30 princely states into the Indian Union, including Chamba, Mandi, Sirmaur, and Mahlog.

Detailed Explanation:

Himachal Pradesh is celebrating its 78th Foundation Day.

April 15 marks the day in 1948 when the state was officially formed by merging 30 princely states into the Indian Union, including Chamba, Mandi, Sirmaur, and Mahlog.

This event is celebrated annually as Himachal Day, commemorating the political and administrative unification of the region.

Key Highlights:

Venue: The state-level celebrations are being held at Killar, located in the remote Pangi Valley of Chamba district, a first in the history of Himachal Day celebrations.

27) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Jorge Mario Pedro Vargas Llosa was born on 28 March 1936 in Arequipa, Peru, and died on 14 April 2025 in Lima at age 89.

Detailed Explanation:

Jorge Mario Pedro Vargas Llosa was born on 28 March 1936 in Arequipa, Peru, and died on 14 April 2025 in Lima at age 89.

He was a Peruvian novelist, essayist, and political thinker.

Awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature (2010) for insights on power structures and human resistance.

Notable works: The Time of the Hero (1963), Conversation in the Cathedral (1969), The Feast of the Goat, The Dream of the Celt, Harsh Times (2019).

Ran for President of Peru in 1990, lost to Alberto Fujimori.

Initially supported Fidel Castro, later became a critic of authoritarianism and supporter of liberal democracy and free markets.

Prominent figure of the Latin American Boom with Gabriel García Márquez and Carlos Fuentes.

28) Answer: B

Natural and Cultural Richness of Himachal Pradesh

State Symbols:

State Animal: Snow Leopard, symbolizing the Himalayan ecosystem.

State Bird: Western Tragopan, an endangered species endemic to the region.

State Flower: Pink Rhododendron, representing the state’s natural beauty.

State Language: Hindi and local dialects, reflecting linguistic diversity.

Rivers and Dams:

Sutlej River: Home to the Bhakra Dam, Gobind Sagar Reservoir, and Koldam Dam.

Beas River: Features the Pandoh Dam and Maharana Pratap Sagar Reservoir.

Ravi River: Site of the Chamera Dam.

Parbati River: Significant for its hydropower projects.

29) Answer: B

About Italy:

Capital: Rome

President: Sergio Mattarella

Prime minister: Giorgia Meloni

30) Answer: C

About Bihar:

Capital: Patna

Chief Minister: Nitish Kumar

Governor: Arif Mohammed Khan

National Parks: Valmiki National Park

Wildlife Sanctuaries: Valmiki Wildlife Sanctuary, Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary, Kanwar Lake Bird Sanctuary, Udaypur Wildlife Sanctuary, Gautam Buddha Wildlife Sanctuary, Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz – 16th April 2025

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