10 Questions • Answer all questions and submit to see your results
Select one answer for each question
Quiz Complete! 🎉
0/10
0
Correct
0
Incorrect
Answer Review
Review all questions with correct answers and explanations
📝 Revision Notes
Key takeaways from today’s quiz to strengthen your preparation
Environment
C-CARES 2.0 Initiative
Coal Sector’s Collective Action for Reducing Emissions Strategically is a Ministry of Coal initiative focused on reducing carbon emissions in India’s coal sector. It promotes sustainable practices while meeting energy demands through cleaner coal technologies.
International
ADB Urban Infrastructure Plan
The Asian Development Bank announced a $10 billion urban infrastructure plan for India, focusing on urban transport, water supply, sanitation, and sustainable city development to address rapid urbanization challenges.
Education
IICA Regional Campus
The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) is establishing its first regional campus in Shillong, Meghalaya. This expansion strengthens corporate governance education in the Northeast and promotes professional development in the region.
Agriculture
Lavender Festival – Purple Revolution
The Lavender Festival 2025 was held in Bhaderwah, Jammu & Kashmir, celebrating the success of the Purple Revolution in transforming lavender cultivation into a major economic activity, promoting agro-tourism and rural entrepreneurship.
Defence Policy
Ex-Agniveers Police Reservation
Uttar Pradesh approved reservation in police recruitment for ex-Agniveers, providing career opportunities to those completing their Agnipath tenure. This brings military discipline and training to state law enforcement.
Geopolitics
South Korea Presidential Election
Lee Jae-myung was elected President of South Korea in June 2025. His progressive leadership will shape South Korea’s domestic policies, economic strategies, and foreign relations with North Korea, the US, and regional partners.
Banking Regulation
RBI Penalties in FY25
The Reserve Bank of India imposed penalties worth ₹54.78 crore during FY25 on financial institutions for regulatory non-compliance. This demonstrates RBI’s commitment to banking sector discipline and depositor protection.
Environment
World Environment Day 2025
The theme for World Environment Day 2025 is “Beat Plastic Pollution”, emphasizing the urgent need to reduce single-use plastics, improve waste management, and develop sustainable alternatives to plastic materials.
Sports
Spanish Grand Prix 2025
Oscar Piastri won the Spanish Grand Prix 2025, marking a significant victory for the young Australian driver. This demonstrates the competitive nature of current Formula 1 racing with multiple championship contenders.
Cricket
RCB’s Historic IPL Victory
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their first IPL title in 2025, ending one of cricket’s longest trophy droughts. This historic achievement brought joy to the franchise and its loyal fan base, especially Virat Kohli.
🎴 Revision Flashcards
Click each card to flip and test your recall
Tap to Reveal
Which ministry implements C-CARES 2.0?
Ministry of Coal
Coal sector emissions reduction initiative
Tap to Reveal
Where is IICA’s first regional campus?
Shillong, Meghalaya
Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs
Tap to Reveal
Where was Lavender Festival 2025 held?
Bhaderwah, J&K
Purple Revolution celebration
Tap to Reveal
UP approved police reservation for?
Ex-Agniveers
Career path after Agnipath scheme
Tap to Reveal
New South Korea President in June 2025?
Lee Jae-myung
Progressive politician
Tap to Reveal
RBI penalties in FY25?
₹54.78 crore
For regulatory non-compliance
Tap to Reveal
World Environment Day 2025 theme?
Beat Plastic Pollution
Addressing global plastic waste crisis
Tap to Reveal
When did RCB win their first IPL title?
2025
Ended longest trophy drought
Think & Discuss
The Agnipath Dilemma: Transformation or Transition Crisis?
Context from today’s quiz: Uttar Pradesh approved reservation in police recruitment for ex-Agniveers, providing career pathways for those completing their four-year tenure under the controversial Agnipath scheme. This represents one state’s approach to addressing employment concerns that emerged after the scheme’s introduction.
🤔 Your Perspective Matters
The Agnipath scheme aimed to create a younger, fitter military while reducing pension burdens, but sparked nationwide concerns about post-service employment for the 75% of recruits who exit after four years. As states now create reservation policies for ex-Agniveers, should employment guarantees have been built into the original scheme design, or does the current ad-hoc state-level approach better serve both defense modernization and employment objectives?
Is the Agnipath model genuinely reforming India’s defense forces for 21st-century warfare, or does it create a problematic cycle where military service becomes merely a gateway to other government jobs rather than a professional career in itself?
Is the Agnipath model genuinely reforming India’s defense forces for 21st-century warfare, or does it create a problematic cycle where military service becomes merely a gateway to other government jobs rather than a professional career in itself?
- Should the central government mandate uniform reservation policies across all states for ex-Agniveers, or should states retain autonomy to decide based on their specific employment and security needs?
- How can India balance the legitimate employment concerns of ex-Agniveers with the principle of merit-based recruitment in critical services like police forces?
- Does prioritizing ex-Agniveers for government jobs undermine the scheme’s original goal of encouraging youth to pursue private sector careers and entrepreneurship after military training?
We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share your perspective in the comments.
📤 Found this useful? Help your friends stay updated too!
