Showing questions for June 20, 2025
- Total: 24 questions
Question 1 Jun 20, 2025
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With which country has India agreed to restore High Commissioners to each other's capitals to mend diplomatic ties?
CanadaIndia and Canada have agreed to restore High Commissioners to each other's capitals to mend their diplomatic ties. This decision came during talks between Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Mark Carney on the sidelines of the G7 Summit. The move is part of calibrated steps to restore stability to the bilateral relationship, which had deteriorated after Ottawa linked Indian diplomats to the killing of a pro-Khalistani separatist.
Question 2 Jun 20, 2025
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What is the name of the annual pass introduced by the Indian government for toll payments on National Highways using FASTag?
Rs 3,000 FASTag-based annual passThe Indian government introduced a Rs 3,000 FASTag-based annual pass for toll payments on National Highways. This pass allows up to 200 trips on highways in one year without repeated recharging of FASTag cards or toll payments. It is applicable only for non-commercial private vehicles like cars, jeeps, and vans. The pass can be activated on existing FASTags that meet eligibility criteria.
Question 3 Jun 20, 2025
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Which state(s) topped the 2023-24 Performing Grade Index for school education according to the Ministry of Education report?
Punjab, Delhi, OdishaPunjab, Delhi, and Odisha topped the 2023-24 Performing Grade Index for school education as per the Ministry of Education report. The Performance Grading Index for Districts (PGI-D) measures the performance of states and Union Territories in school education. Other top performers include Kerala, Daman and Diu, Haryana, Goa, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan. The index aims to assess the relative performance of districts uniformly across various categories.
Question 4 Jun 20, 2025
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Which region in Bihar is witnessing intensified competition for the establishment of the second AIIMS?
MihilanchalThe Mihilanchal region in Bihar is witnessing intensified competition for the establishment of the second AIIMS. Two prominent districts, Darbhanga and Saharsa, are vying to host the institution. The foundation stone for AIIMS Darbhanga was laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar in November 2024. The issue has reached the Supreme Court and Patna High Court due to conflicting reports about the feasibility of the site in Darbhanga.
Question 5 Jun 20, 2025
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Insurance firms are facing challenges settling claims from the Air India crash in Ahmedabad due to complications arising from deaths of both policyholders and nominees. Which regulatory authority has directed firms to avoid procedural delays?
IRDAIInsurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has directed insurance firms to avoid procedural delays in settling claims from the Air India crash in Ahmedabad. The crash resulted in 270 fatalities, complicating claims as both policyholders and nominees often died. IRDAI instructed companies to expedite settlements and seek declarations from heirs in cases where both the insured and nominee perished.