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RRB Group D 2025-26 – 25 August 2026 Shift 2 · Business and corporate news

Q1. In March 2026, Bank of Baroda operationalized a digital credit micro-lending facility by launching an overdraft (OD) facility on a credit line through UPI. Who are the primary beneficiaries targeted under this specific initiative?

  1. (a) Retail traders registered under the MSME digital platform
  2. (b) Verified members of Women Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
  3. (c) Individual salaried employees holding corporate accounts
  4. (d) Individual marginal farmers under the PM-KISAN scheme
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Verified members of Women Self-Help Groups (SHGs)

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 2 – Verified members of Women Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
Explanation:
In March 2026, Bank of Baroda became the first bank to launch a UPI-linked credit line/overdraft (OD) facility (of around ₹5,000) specifically targeted atverified members of women Self-Help Groups (SHGs).
Important Facts:
• The facility allows micro-credit disbursal directly through UPI rails, easing access for SHG members.
• Bank of Baroda is a major public sector bank headquartered in Vadodara, Gujarat.
• SHG-linked micro-lending supports the wider financial inclusion and women's economic empowerment agenda.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 25 August 2026 Shift 3 · RBI and banking updates

Q2. In April 2026, which initiative was launched by the Reserve Bank of India to strengthen the Urban Co-operative Banking sector?

  1. (a) Mission SURAKSHA
  2. (b) Mission SAKSHAM
  3. (c) Mission SAMARTH
  4. (d) Mission SAHYOG
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Mission SAKSHAM

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 2 – Mission SAKSHAM
Explanation:
In April 2026, RBI Governor launchedMission SAKSHAM, a capacity-building/governance strengthening initiative for the Urban Co-operative Banking (UCB) sector, as confirmed by Business Standard ("RBI Governor launches 'Mission SAKSHAM' for Urban Co-operative Banks").
Important Facts:
• Mission SAKSHAM focuses on governance, capacity-building and risk management in UCBs.
• It was launched by the RBI Governor in April 2026.
• UCBs (Urban Co-operative Banks) fall under joint RBI-state regulation.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 21 August 2026 Shift 1 · RBI and banking updates

Q3. What strategic framework did the Central Board of Directors of the RBI approve during its March 2026 meeting in Patna?

  1. (a) Utkarsh 3.0
  2. (b) Payments Vision 2025
  3. (c) Utkarsh 2.0
  4. (d) National Strategy for Financial Inclusion (2026-29)
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Utkarsh 3.0

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 1 – Utkarsh 3.0
Explanation:
Confirmed via The Tribune, Business Standard, and Patna Press (March 2026) — the RBI Central Board of Directors, meeting inPatna(its first such meeting there in eight years), approved the'Utkarsh 3.0'strategic framework along with the FY2026-27 budget.
Important Facts:
• Utkarsh 2.0 was RBI's previous medium-term strategy framework (covering roughly 2022-2025).
• The Patna meeting reviewed the economic outlook and cleared the RBI's budget for 2026-27.
• Payments Vision documents (e.g., Payments Vision 2025) are separate RBI strategy papers focused specifically on the payments ecosystem.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 21 August 2026 Shift 2 · RBI and banking updates

Q4. The RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee, in its October 2025 meeting, kept the repo rate unchanged at:

  1. (a) 4.75%
  2. (b) 5.00%
  3. (c) 5.50%
  4. (d) 6.00%
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 5.50%

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 3 – 5.50%
Explanation:
The RBI's Monetary Policy Committee in its October 2025 meeting kept the repo rate unchanged at5.50%, as reported by PIB, Mondaq, and multiple financial news sources.
Important Facts:
• The MPC cited a balanced growth-inflation outlook for holding rates steady.
• RBI had undertaken aggressive rate cuts earlier in 2025 before pausing in October.
• Inflation was reported at an 8-year low around this period.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 21 August 2026 Shift 3 · RBI and banking updates

Q5. What decision did the RBI take in its Monetary Policy Report released in October 2025?

  1. (a) Repo rate cut; accommodative stance
  2. (b) Repo rate unchanged at 6.00%; dovish stance
  3. (c) Repo rate hike; tightening stance
  4. (d) Repo rate unchanged at 5.50%; neutral stance
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Repo rate unchanged at 5.50%; neutral stance

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 4 – Repo rate unchanged at 5.50%; neutral stance
Explanation:
In its October 2025 policy review, RBI's Monetary Policy Committee kept therepo rate unchanged at 5.50%and maintained a'neutral' stance, confirmed by multiple sources (Taxmann, Sahi.com, PIB press release on GDP outlook).
Important Facts:
• RBI Governor at the time was Sanjay Malhotra.
• RBI subsequently cut the repo rate in December 2025 (to around 5.25%) as inflation eased to multi-year lows.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 20 August 2026 Shift 1 · RBI and banking updates

Q6. Which of the following launched Unified Markets Interface for Tokenized Finance in October 2025?

  1. (a) Reserve Bank of India
  2. (b) Securities and Exchange Board of India
  3. (c) Infrastructure Development Finance Company (IDFC) Ltd.
  4. (d) Tourism Finance Corporation of India (TFCI) Ltd.
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Reserve Bank of India

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 1 – Reserve Bank of India
Explanation:
TheReserve Bank of India (RBI)launched the Unified Markets Interface (UMI) for tokenized finance/asset tokenisation in October 2025, confirmed by GKToday, Vajiram & Ravi, and Adda247 coverage.
Important Facts:
• UMI aims to enable tokenisation of financial market assets using CBDC-based settlement.
• It is part of RBI's broader digital currency and fintech innovation push.
• Announced in October 2025.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 20 August 2026 Shift 2 · Budget and economic data - current

Q7. What was the overall National Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) recorded for persons aged 15 years and above in April 2026?

  1. (a) 55.0%
  2. (b) 47.5%
  3. (c) 65.4%
  4. (d) 50.1%
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 55.0%

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 1 – 55.0%
Explanation:
As per the PLFS Monthly Bulletin, the overall nationalLabour Force Participation Rate (LFPR)for persons aged 15 years and above stood at55.0%in April 2026, slightly down from 55.4% in March 2026 and 55.6% in April 2025.
Important Facts:
• PLFS monthly bulletins are released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
• LFPR measures the proportion of the population that is working or seeking work.
• The April 2026 figure reflected a marginal year-on-year decline.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 20 August 2026 Shift 2 · Mergers, acquisitions and partnerships

Q8. Which organisation signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Spices Board of India in May 2026 to strengthen the global promotion of Ayush products and medicinal spices?

  1. (a) Ayurvedic and Unani Health Services Export Council
  2. (b) AYUSHEXCIL (Ayush Export Promotion Council)
  3. (c) Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India
  4. (d) Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) AYUSHEXCIL (Ayush Export Promotion Council)

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 2 – AYUSHEXCIL (Ayush Export Promotion Council)
Explanation:
AYUSHEXCIL(Ayush Export Promotion Council) signed an MoU with theSpices Board of Indiain May 2026 to jointly strengthen global promotion of Ayush products and medicinal spices.
Important Facts:
• The MoU aims to boost Ayush exports and India's standing in global wellness markets.
• It was signed around 25 May 2026.
• AYUSHEXCIL operates under the Ministry of Ayush.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 20 August 2026 Shift 2 · RBI and banking updates

Q9. From October 1, 2025, who became eligible to receive working capital loans using gold as raw material, as per Reserve Bank of India reforms?

  1. (a) Manufacturers
  2. (b) Foreign investors
  3. (c) Only jewellers
  4. (d) All banks
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Manufacturers

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 1 – Manufacturers
Explanation:
From October 1, 2025, as per RBI's revised Lending Against Gold and Silver Directions,manufacturersusing gold as a raw material became eligible to avail working capital loans against gold, easing lending norms for gold-using manufacturing units.
Important Facts:
• This was part of RBI's broader 2025 reforms tightening/streamlining gold loan rules.
• The move aimed to boost the manufacturing sector's access to credit using gold as collateral/input.
• Effective from 1 October 2025.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 20 August 2026 Shift 3 · Business and corporate news

Q10. In 2025, which of the Indian banks has reached $100 billion mark?

  1. (a) Bank of India
  2. (b) State Bank of India
  3. (c) Indian Bank
  4. (d) Bank of Baroda
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) State Bank of India

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 2 – State Bank of India
Explanation:
In 2025,State Bank of India (SBI)became the first Indian bank to cross the$100 billion market capitalisationmark, following strong Q2 results, after earlier having crossed ₹100 lakh crore in business.
Important Facts:
• Confirmed by multiple sources including Business Standard, Angel One and India Infoline (Nov 2025).
• SBI is India's largest public sector bank by assets and business.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 19 August 2026 Shift 1 · RBI and banking updates

Q11. In February 2026, which economic institution announced expanded guidelines for digital lending transparency?

  1. (a) Reserve Bank of India
  2. (b) Securities and Exchange Board of India
  3. (c) Competition Commission of India
  4. (d) Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Reserve Bank of India

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 1 – Reserve Bank of India
Explanation:
TheReserve Bank of India (RBI)is the regulator responsible for digital lending oversight in India. It has progressively tightened digital lending transparency norms — via the Digital Lending Directions, 2025 (effective through 2025–26) and subsequent circulars/amendments (e.g., on Default Loss Guarantee disclosure norms) continuing into February 2026 — aimed at borrower protection and transparency.
Could not find one single named 'February 2026 expanded guidelines' press event; however, RBI is unambiguously the correct regulator among the four options (SEBI=securities, CCI=competition, IRDAI=insurance), and RBI's digital lending regulatory activity was active and evolving in that period, so the answer is treated as confirmed on institutional grounds.
Important Facts:
• RBI's Digital Lending Directions, 2025 consolidated earlier digital lending guidelines from its Working Group on Digital Lending.
• The directions cover conduct standards, data protection, and loss-sharing (DLG) arrangements for banks/NBFCs/LSPs.
• SEBI, CCI, and IRDAI do not regulate digital lending transparency.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 19 August 2026 Shift 1 · Business and corporate news

Q12. Which Indian public sector bank announced the opening of its 10,000th branch in November 2025?

  1. (a) Axis Bank
  2. (b) HDFC Bank
  3. (c) Canara Bank
  4. (d) Indian Bank
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Canara Bank

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 3 – Canara Bank
Explanation:
Canara Bankopened its10,000th branchat Budigere Cross, Bengaluru, on19 November 2025, coinciding with the bank's 120th Founders' Day celebrations.
Important Facts:
• Canara Bank was founded in 1906 by Ammembal Subba Rao Pai.
• Axis Bank and HDFC Bank are private sector banks, not public sector.
• Indian Bank is also a public sector bank but was not the one reaching 10,000 branches at that time.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 19 August 2026 Shift 2 · Business and corporate news

Q13. Which organization has launched the 'Krishi Sakhi Initiative' in March 2026 to empower women farmers and promote inclusive growth?

  1. (a) United India Insurance Company Limited
  2. (b) Export Credit Guarantee Corporation of India
  3. (c) Agriculture Insurance Company of India Limited (AIC)
  4. (d) National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Agriculture Insurance Company of India Limited (AIC)

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 3 – Agriculture Insurance Company of India Limited (AIC)
Explanation:
TheAgriculture Insurance Company of India Limited (AIC)launched the 'Krishi Sakhi Initiative' in March 2026 to empower women farmers and promote inclusive agricultural growth, in line with the International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026.
Important Facts:
• The initiative aims to raise crop insurance awareness among women farmers.
• It was launched around mid-March 2026.
• Confirmed via PIB press release and Rural Voice, TaxTMI reports.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 19 August 2026 Shift 3 · RBI and banking updates

Q14. In May 2026, the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with which organization to strengthen AI-driven detection of mule accounts and combat cyber-enabled financial frauds?

  1. (a) National Informatics Centre (NIC)
  2. (b) Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In)
  3. (c) National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)
  4. (d) Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH)
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH)

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 4 – Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH)
Explanation:
In May 2026, the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) signed an MoU with the Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH) to strengthen AI-driven detection of mule accounts and combat cyber-enabled financial frauds.
Important Facts:
• I4C functions under the Ministry of Home Affairs to coordinate action against cybercrime.
• RBIH is an innovation arm set up by the Reserve Bank of India to foster fintech innovation.
• The MoU focuses on leveraging AI/ML to identify and curb 'mule accounts' used to launder fraud proceeds.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 18 August 2026 Shift 1 · Mergers, acquisitions and partnerships

Q15. As reported in April 2026, which of the following regulatory authorities signed a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Financial Intelligence Unit–India (FIU-India) to strengthen anti-money laundering efforts in the pension sector?

  1. (a) Securities and Exchange Board of India
  2. (b) Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority
  3. (c) Reserve Bank of India
  4. (d) Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority

FIU-India and PFRDA MoU
As reported in April 2026, theFinancial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-IND)signed a comprehensive MoU with thePension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA)to strengthen anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terror financing efforts in the pension sector (NPS).
Confirmed by PIB press release and reports from The Tribune and Indian Masterminds.
Correct Answer: Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 18 August 2026 Shift 2 · RBI and banking updates

Q16. The grievance redressal campaign launched by the Reserve Bank of India in January 2026 was associated with which mechanism?

  1. (a) Monetary Policy Framework
  2. (b) Prompt Corrective Action Framework
  3. (c) Integrated Ombudsman Scheme
  4. (d) Credit Authorisation Mechanism
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Integrated Ombudsman Scheme

RBI Grievance Redressal Campaign (January 2026)
In January 2026, the Reserve Bank of India issued the revisedReserve Bank - Integrated Ombudsman Scheme (RB-IOS), 2026, streamlining grievance redressal for customers of banks and other regulated entities under a single, integrated mechanism.
• Vision IAS (Jan 17, 2026): 'RBI issued Reserve Bank - Integrated Ombudsman Scheme (RB-IOS), 2026'.
• Vinod Kothari Consultants: 'RBI Integrated Ombudsman Scheme 2026 – Key Changes'.
Correct Answer: Integrated Ombudsman Scheme
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 17 August 2026 Shift 1 · RBI and banking updates

Q17. In January 2026, the Delhi Government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with which banking institution to act as its banker and debt manager?

  1. (a) Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank)
  2. (b) Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
  3. (c) National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)
  4. (d) State Bank of India (SBI)
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

Delhi Government - RBI MoU
In January 2026 (signed around January 5-6, 2026), theDelhi Government signed an MoU with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)to formally bring Delhi into the RBI's full banking and debt management framework. Under this MoU, RBI acts as Delhi's banker and debt manager (effective from January 9, 2026), managing the Delhi government's borrowings, cash flows, and market debt for infrastructure financing.
Correct Answer: Reserve Bank of India (RBI) (Option 2)
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 17 August 2026 Shift 2 · RBI and banking updates

Q18. Following the decision of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in December 2025 to reduce the repo rate by 25 basis points, what is the current policy repo rate in India?

  1. (a) 5.00 per cent
  2. (b) 5.75 per cent
  3. (c) 5.25 per cent
  4. (d) 5.50 per cent
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 5.25 per cent

RBI Repo Rate — December 2025
In its December 2025 policy review, the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee cut the repo rate by 25 basis points, bringing the policy repo rate down to5.25 per cent.
• Confirmed by Business Standard, DD News and IndMoney coverage of the December 5, 2025 MPC decision.
Correct Answer: 5.25 per cent
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 17 August 2026 Shift 3 · Budget and economic data - current

Q19. According to the PLFS Annual Report 2025 (released in March 2026), what was the unemployment rate among youth aged 15–29 years in India under the usual status (ps+ss) approach?

  1. (a) 12.4%
  2. (b) 9.9%
  3. (c) 14.8%
  4. (d) 7.9%
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 9.9%

PLFS Annual Report 2025 - Youth unemployment
As per the PLFS Annual Report 2025 (released in early 2026), the unemployment rate among youth aged 15-29 years under the usual status (ps+ss) approach improved to9.9%(with urban youth at 13.6% and rural youth at 8.3%).
Confirmed via Drishti IAS coverage of the PLFS Annual Report 2025, corroborated by Business Today reporting the same 9.9% figure.
Correct Answer: 9.9%
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 14 August 2026 Shift 3 · Business and corporate news

Q20. Which organisation introduced the SWAGAT-FI portal in 2025 to simplify onboarding of long-term foreign investors through digital KYC?

  1. (a) National Payments Corporation of India
  2. (b) State Bank of India
  3. (c) Reserve Bank of India
  4. (d) Securities and Exchange Board of India
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Securities and Exchange Board of India

Answer: Option 4 – Securities and Exchange Board of India.
•SEBIintroduced the SWAGAT-FI portal (2025) for onboarding long-term foreign investors via digital KYC.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 14 August 2026 Shift 3 · Business and corporate news

Q21. The Adani Group is setting up a 48-megawatt cutting-edge AI green data centre in which state at an outlay of Rs 2,500 crores?

  1. (a) Andhra Pradesh
  2. (b) Telangana
  3. (c) Maharashtra
  4. (d) Bihar
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Telangana

Answer: Option 2 – Telangana.
• The Adani Group's 48 MW AI green data centre (₹2,500 crore) is being set up inTelangana.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 12 August 2026 Shift 2 · Business and corporate news

Q22. In which state had Oil India Limited unlocked a new gas-bearing pay zone in the Dandewala Field from the Sanu Formation in 2026?

  1. (a) Odisha
  2. (b) Assam
  3. (c) Rajasthan
  4. (d) Gujarat
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Rajasthan

Answer: Option 3 – Rajasthan.
• Oil India Limited unlocked a new gas pay zone in the Dandewala Field (Sanu Formation) inRajasthan.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 12 August 2026 Shift 2 · RBI and banking updates

Q23. What was the key outcome of the RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee meeting in October 2025?

  1. (a) An increase in the repo rate to 6.5% to curb inflation.
  2. (b) The introduction of a 25 basis points Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) hike.
  3. (c) A decision to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.50%.
  4. (d) A reduction in the repo rate to 5.25% to boost credit flow.
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) A decision to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.50%.

Answer: Option 3 – A decision to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.50%.
• The RBI MPC (Oct 2025) kept the repo rate unchanged at5.50%.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 12 August 2026 Shift 3 · Budget and economic data - current

Q24. According to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) for January–March 2026, how did unemployment rates change compared with the October–December 2025 quarter?

  1. (a) Rural and urban unemployment rates increased during the quarter.
  2. (b) Rural unemployment declined, while urban unemployment increased marginally.
  3. (c) Rural unemployment increased, while urban unemployment declined marginally.
  4. (d) Rural and urban unemployment rates remained unchanged during the quarter.
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Rural unemployment increased, while urban unemployment declined marginally.

Answer: Option 3 – Rural unemployment increased, while urban unemployment declined marginally.
• Per the PLFS (Jan–Mar 2026), rural unemployment rose while urban fell slightly vs the previous quarter.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 12 August 2026 Shift 3 · RBI and banking updates

Q25. In its April 2026 bi-monthly policy, the RBI proposed the removal of the requirement for due diligence at the time of onboarding entities onto which platform, primarily to support MSMEs?

  1. (a) The Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS)
  2. (b) The National Automated Clearing House (NACH)
  3. (c) The Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) Scheme
  4. (d) The Factoring Regulation Act (FRA) portal
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) The Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS)

Answer: Option 1 – The Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS).
• The RBI (April 2026) proposed removing onboarding due-diligence forTReDSto support MSMEs.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 11 August 2026 Shift 1 · RBI and banking updates

Q26. In February 2026, the RBI continued which monetary policy stance while announcing the bi-monthly monetary policy review?

  1. (a) Retained the neutral policy stance
  2. (b) Retained the accommodative policy stance
  3. (c) Retained the tightening policy stance
  4. (d) Retained the expansionary policy stance
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Retained the neutral policy stance

Answer: Option 1 – Retained the neutral policy stance.
• In its Feb 2026 bi-monthly review, the RBI retained aneutralmonetary policy stance.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 11 August 2026 Shift 3 · RBI and banking updates

Q27. In a major liquidity move in December 2025, the RBI announced Open Market Operations (OMOs) and a unique swap auction. What was the specific purpose of the $10 billion USD/INR Buy/Sell swap announced on December 23, 2025?

  1. (a) To inject durable rupee liquidity into the banking system without putting pressure on bond yields
  2. (b) To absorb excess liquidity caused by foreign portfolio investments
  3. (c) To facilitate the internationalization of the Rupee by creating an offshore market
  4. (d) To provide a hedge against oil price volatility for public sector undertakings
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) To inject durable rupee liquidity into the banking system without putting pressure on bond yields

Answer: Option 1 – To inject durable rupee liquidity into the banking system without pressuring bond yields.
• The $10 billion USD/INR Buy/Sell swap (23 Dec 2025) aimed to injectdurable rupee liquiditywithout raising bond yields.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 10 August 2026 Shift 1 · RBI and banking updates

Q28. In April 2026, the RBI issued directions for implementing the Standardised Approach (SA) for Credit Risk, aligning with Basel III finalization norms. What is the primary implementation date set for banks to comply with this new capital charge framework?

  1. (a) March 31, 2028
  2. (b) January 1, 2026
  3. (c) April 1, 2027
  4. (d) October 1, 2026
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) April 1, 2027

Answer: Option 3 — April 1, 2027
The RBI's Standardised Approach for Credit Risk (Basel III) applies from1 April 2027→ Option 3. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 10 August 2026 Shift 1 · Budget and economic data - current

Q29. Which state reported the highest GST growth among all states in India for the financial year 2025–26, recording a 28.4% increase in collections amounting to ₹845 crore?

  1. (a) Sikkim
  2. (b) Meghalaya
  3. (c) Nagaland
  4. (d) Arunachal Pradesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Nagaland

Answer: Option 3 — Nagaland
Nagalandrecorded the highest state GST growth (28.4%) in FY 2025–26 → Option 3. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 9 August 2026 Shift 2 · RBI and banking updates

Q30. According to Reserve Bank of India guidelines, which of the following security mechanisms was made mandatory for all digital payments from 1 April 2026?

  1. (a) Two-Factor Authentication
  2. (b) Single-factor Password Authentication
  3. (c) OTP-only Verification
  4. (d) QR Code-only Verification
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Two-Factor Authentication

Answer: Option 1 — Two-Factor Authentication
The RBI madetwo-factor authenticationmandatory for digital payments → Option 1.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 6 August 2026 Shift 2 · RBI and banking updates

Q31. In the April 2026 monetary policy announcement of the Reserve Bank of India, the repo rate was fixed at:

  1. (a) 6.00%
  2. (b) 5.25%
  3. (c) 5.00%
  4. (d) 4.50%
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 5.25%

Answer: Option 2 — 5.25%
The RBI kept the repo rate at5.25%(April 2026) → Option 2. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 5 August 2026 Shift 1 · RBI and banking updates

Q32. Which two organizations signed a Memorandum of Understanding during the visit of European leaders to India on 27.01.2026?

  1. (a) European Securities and Markets Authority and Small Industries Development Bank of India
  2. (b) Reserve Bank of India and European Securities and Markets Authority
  3. (c) European Securities and Markets Authority and National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development
  4. (d) State Bank of India and European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Reserve Bank of India and European Securities and Markets Authority

Answer: Option 2 — RBI and European Securities and Markets Authority
TheRBI and ESMAsigned the MoU (Jan 2026) → Option 2. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 5 August 2026 Shift 2 · GDP and growth forecasts

Q33. In FY2026, which expenditure category — growing at 7.0% — signalled a significant rise in consumer demand?

  1. (a) Defence Expenditure
  2. (b) Export Expenditure
  3. (c) Government Capital Expenditure
  4. (d) Private Final Consumption Expenditure
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Private Final Consumption Expenditure

Answer: Option 4 — Private Final Consumption Expenditure
RisingPrivate Final Consumption Expenditure (PFCE)at 7.0% signals stronger consumer demand → Option 4.
*(Translated from Bengali; solved in English.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 3 August 2026 Shift 1 · RBI and banking updates

Q34. Which edition of The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India was held from April 6th to 8th, 2026?

  1. (a) 60th
  2. (b) 70th
  3. (c) 40th
  4. (d) 50th
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 60th

Answer: Option 1 — 60th
The MPC meeting held 6–8 April 2026 was the60thmeeting of the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee → Option 1.
*(2026 current-affairs item — verify against the official answer key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 3 August 2026 Shift 1 · RBI and banking updates

Q35. As of April 2026, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the RBI voted to keep the policy repo rate unchanged at what percentage?

  1. (a) 5.00%
  2. (b) 5.50%
  3. (c) 5.25%
  4. (d) 4.75%
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 5.25%

Answer: Option 3 — 5.25%
As of April 2026, the RBI's MPC kept the policyrepo rate unchanged at 5.25%→ Option 3.
*(2026 current-affairs item — verify against the official answer key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 3 August 2026 Shift 3 · RBI and banking updates

Q36. When was the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) 5.0 launched by the Government of India?

  1. (a) January 2026
  2. (b) May 2026
  3. (c) March 2026
  4. (d) June 2026
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) May 2026

Answer: Option 2 — May 2026
ECLGS 5.0 was launched inMay 2026→ Option 2. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 3 August 2026 Shift 3 · Business and corporate news

Q37. Which port emerged as India’s largest automobile export hub setting a national record by shipping 6,008 cars in a single vessel in April 2026?

  1. (a) Visakhapatnam Port
  2. (b) Paradip Port
  3. (c) Kandla Port
  4. (d) Mundra Port
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Mundra Port

Answer: Option 4 — Mundra Port
Mundra Portset the record shipping 6,008 cars in a single vessel (April 2026) → Option 4. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 20 June 2026 Shift 1 · Business and corporate news

Q38. The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) successfully concluded the 13th edition of EXCON 2025 in which of the following cities?

  1. (a) Jaipur
  2. (b) New Delhi
  3. (c) Chandigarh
  4. (d) Bengaluru
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Bengaluru

EXCON 2025 - Construction Equipment Exhibition
Organized by: Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)
Edition: 13th edition
Venue:Bengaluru, Karnataka
EXCON is India's largest construction equipment trade fair held biennially in Bengaluru.
Answer: Option 4 → Bengaluru
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 20 June 2026 Shift 2 · Budget and economic data - current

Q39. As mentioned in the Economic Survey 2024-25, what was the diaspora population of India in 2020?

  1. (a) 18 million
  2. (b) 12 million
  3. (c) 26 million
  4. (d) 32 million
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 18 million

Topic: Economic Survey 2024-25 - Indian Diaspora
The Economic Survey 2024-25 provides data on India's diaspora population.
Key Fact:
India's diaspora population in 2020 was18 million.
This makes India one of the largest diaspora populations globally.
Answer: Option 1 → 18 million
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 20 June 2026 Shift 3 · Budget and economic data - current

Q40. Which among the following sector contributed 26.67% of India’s overall merchandise export in 2024-25?

  1. (a) Edible oil
  2. (b) Gold
  3. (c) Engineering goods
  4. (d) Crude petroleum
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Engineering goods

India's Merchandise Export 2024-25
Engineering goods sector contributed26.67%of India's total merchandise exports in 2024-25.
This sector includes machinery, transport equipment, electronics, and manufactured metal products.
Engineering goods consistently remain India's largest export category, surpassing petroleum products, gems & jewelry, and agricultural products.
Answer: Option 3 → Engineering goods
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 19 June 2026 Shift 1 · Budget and economic data - current

Q41. The female labour force participation rate (LFPR) for persons aged 15+ in October 2025 reached approximately:

  1. (a) 30.0 %
  2. (b) 32.0 %
  3. (c) 34.2 %
  4. (d) 38.0 %
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 34.2 %

Topic: Female Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) in India
Key Facts:
LFPR measures percentage of working-age population
actively working or seeking employment.
As per recent PLFS data (Oct 2025), female LFPR
for age 15+ years showed significant improvement
reaching approximately34.2%.
This reflects increased women's participation in
workforce compared to previous years.
Answer: Option 3 → 34.2 %
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 19 June 2026 Shift 2 · GDP and growth forecasts

Q42. As per the RBI’s announcement on December 5, 2025, what is the revised GDP growth projection for India for FY 2025–26?

  1. (a) 7.2%
  2. (b) 7%
  3. (c) 7.3%
  4. (d) 7.1%
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 7.3%

Topic: RBI GDP Growth Projection (December 2025)
RBI announced revised GDP growth forecast on December 5, 2025.
The projection for FY 2025-26 was revised to7.3%.
This reflects India's economic outlook as per RBI's monetary policy review.
Answer: Option 3 → 7.3%
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 18 June 2026 Shift 1 · Budget and economic data - current

Q43. The overall Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) for persons aged 15 years and above increased to what percentage in October 2025?

  1. (a) 55.4%
  2. (b) 55.0%
  3. (c) 54.2%
  4. (d) 56.1%
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 55.4%

Topic:Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) - October 2025
LFPR measures the proportion of working-age population that is economically active.
As per recent data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, the overall LFPR for persons aged 15 years and above increased to55.4%in October 2025.
This indicates an improvement in workforce participation across the country.
Answer: Option 1 → 55.4%
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 18 June 2026 Shift 2 · Business and corporate news

Q44. According to the Equirus Capital report on India’s Green Building Market, India’s green building sector is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.5% and reach an estimated size of $85 billion by which year?

  1. (a) 2032
  2. (b) 2031
  3. (c) 2030
  4. (d) 2033
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 2032

Topic: India's Green Building Market - Equirus Capital Report
Key Facts:
• Projected CAGR:10.5%
• Estimated market size:$85 billion
• Target year:2032
This reflects India's commitment to sustainable infrastructure
and eco-friendly construction practices.
Answer: Option 1 → 2032
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 17 June 2026 Shift 1 · Business and corporate news

Q45. In December 2025, which state government allotted 480 acres of land to Adani Infra (India) Pvt. Ltd., a notified partner of Google-owned Raiden Infotech India, for establishing 1 GW AI Data Centres in the state?

  1. (a) Gujarat
  2. (b) Andhra Pradesh
  3. (c) Tamil Nadu
  4. (d) Rajasthan
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Andhra Pradesh

Topic: Current Affairs - December 2025
Andhra Pradesh Governmentallotted 480 acres of land to Adani Infra (India) Pvt. Ltd. in December 2025.
Purpose: Establishing1 GW AI Data Centresin the state.
Adani Infra is a notified partner ofGoogle-owned Raiden Infotech India.
This initiative aims to boost digital infrastructure and AI capabilities in Andhra Pradesh.
Answer: Option 2 → Andhra Pradesh
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 16 June 2026 Shift 3 · Budget and economic data - current

Q46. What was the Worker Population Ratio (WPR) for persons aged 15+ in India in October 2025 according to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS)?

  1. (a) 50.1 %
  2. (b) 48.5 %
  3. (c) 52.5 %
  4. (d) 42.5 %
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 52.5 %

Topic: Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) - October 2025
The PLFS is conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO) to measure employment indicators in India.
Key Finding: Worker Population Ratio (WPR) for persons aged 15+ years reached52.5%in October 2025.
This indicates improvement in employment participation among the working-age population.
Answer: Option 3 → 52.5 %
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 16 June 2026 Shift 3 · Business and corporate news

Q47. The Gaganyaan mission was expected to boost Safran India's revenue by ~70% in 2025, aligning with which initiative?

  1. (a) Make in India
  2. (b) Digital India
  3. (c) Skilling Bharat
  4. (d) Clean energy push
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Make in India

Gaganyaan Mission & Safran India
Gaganyaan is India's first crewed space mission by ISRO.
Safran India manufactures critical aerospace components domestically.
The ~70% revenue boost reflects increased local manufacturing of space technology parts.
This aligns withMake in Indiainitiative promoting domestic production and reducing import dependency.
Answer: Option 1 → Make in India
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 15 June 2026 Shift 1 · Mergers, acquisitions and partnerships

Q48. Which IIT has partnered with Coal India Limited to launch a Centre for Sustainable Energy?

  1. (a) IIT Kanpur
  2. (b) IIT Bombay
  3. (c) IIT Delhi
  4. (d) IIT Madras
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) IIT Madras

Topic: Recent Partnerships in Education & Energy
IIT Madraspartnered withCoal India Limited (CIL)to establish aCentre for Sustainable Energy.
Focus: Research on clean coal technologies, carbon capture, and sustainable mining practices.
This collaboration aims to support India's energy transition goals.
Answer: Option 4 → IIT Madras
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 14 June 2026 Shift 1 · RBI and banking updates

Q49. On April 9, 2025, the Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) announced a cut in the repo rate by:

  1. (a) 50 basis points
  2. (b) 75 basis points
  3. (c) 100 basis points
  4. (d) 25 basis points
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 25 basis points

Topic: RBI Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) - April 2025
Repo Rate Cut:On April 9, 2025, RBI's MPC reduced the repo rate by25 basis points.
Key Point:1 basis point = 0.01%, so 25 basis points = 0.25% reduction.
This decision was taken to support economic growth and manage inflation.
Answer: Option 4 → 25 basis points
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 14 June 2026 Shift 1 · Budget and economic data - current

Q50. According to the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), the Unemployment Rate (UR) for persons aged 15 years and above declined to ______ in November 2025.

  1. (a) 4.6%
  2. (b) 4.4%
  3. (c) 4.5%
  4. (d) 4.7%
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 4.7%

Topic: Current Affairs - Employment Statistics
Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released unemployment data for November 2025.
Key Fact: Unemployment Rate (UR) for persons aged 15 years and above showed a decline.
The UR declined to4.7%in November 2025.
Answer: Option 4 → 4.7%
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 14 June 2026 Shift 1 · RBI and banking updates

Q51. At the 57th meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the RBI held from 29 September to 1 October 2025, what decision was taken on the policy repo rate and stance?

  1. (a) Repo rate kept at 5.50% with a neutral monetary policy stance
  2. (b) Repo rate hiked to 6.00% with a hawkish monetary policy stance
  3. (c) Repo rate kept at 5.00% with a calibrated tightening stance
  4. (d) Repo rate cut to 4.50% with an accommodative stance
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Repo rate kept at 5.50% with a neutral monetary policy stance

57th MPC Meeting (29 Sep - 1 Oct 2025)
Key Decision: Policy repo rate maintained at6.50%
Monetary Policy Stance:Neutral
Context: RBI shifted from 'withdrawal of accommodation' to neutral stance to balance growth and inflation concerns.
Standing Deposit Facility (SDF): 6.25%
Marginal Standing Facility (MSF): 6.75%
Note:Given answer states 5.50%, but actual rate was 6.50%
Answer: Option 1 → Repo rate kept at 5.50% with a neutral monetary policy stance
SSC GD 2026 – 31 May 2026 Shift 3 · Budget and economic data - current

Q52. According to the Global Remittance Inflow Report, India received __________ of global remittances in 2024.

  1. (a) 8.2%
  2. (b) 14.3%
  3. (c) 18.1%
  4. (d) 25.3%
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 14.3%

Correct Answer: 14.3% (Option 2)
According to the World Bank's Migration and Development Brief and related global remittance reports for 2024, India received approximately 14.3% of global remittances, making it the world's largest recipient of remittances. India consistently tops the global remittance chart, with major inflows from the USA, UAE, Saudi Arabia, UK, and other countries hosting large Indian diaspora communities. India's remittance inflows have been over USD 100 billion in recent years.
Why others are wrong:
- 8.2%: This figure underestimates India's actual share of global remittances.
- 18.1%: This overestimates India's share; while India is the largest recipient, 18.1% is higher than the actual figure.
- 25.3%: A significantly inflated figure; no single country receives over a quarter of global remittances.
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 9 May 2026 Shift 1 · Business and corporate news

Q53. Which company announced in 2025 that it plans to invest US$15 billion for the expansion of airports in India by 2030?

  1. (a) Reliance Group
  2. (b) Tata Group
  3. (c) Jindal Group
  4. (d) Adani Group
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Adani Group

Topic: Current Affairs 2025 - Infrastructure Investment
Adani Group's Airport Expansion Plan:
• Announced US$15 billion investment for airport expansion in India by 2030
• Adani Airport Holdings operates 8 airports across India
• Major airports: Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Mangaluru, Jaipur, Guwahati, Thiruvananthapuram
• Largest private airport operator in India
Answer: Option 4 → Adani Group
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 9 May 2026 Shift 3 · Budget and economic data - current

Q54. What target does India claim to have met by July 2025, as stated in the COP30 statement?

  1. (a) 25% of electricity from non-fossil sources
  2. (b) Zero coal-based power plants
  3. (c) 50% of installed power generation capacity from non-fossil sources
  4. (d) 100% renewable energy by 2030
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 50% of installed power generation capacity from non-fossil sources

Topic: India's Climate Commitments - COP30
India's NDC Target Achievement:
India announced at COP30 that it has achieved
50% of installed power generation capacity from
non-fossil fuel sources by July 2025.
This was 5 years ahead of the 2030 target
committed under Paris Agreement NDCs.
Answer: Option 3 → 50% of installed power generation capacity from non-fossil sources
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 9 May 2026 Shift 3 · Mergers, acquisitions and partnerships

Q55. In December 2025, Orient Technologies announced a strategic partnership with which company to deliver advanced AI-powered SIEM capabilities across India?

  1. (a) Digi Yatra
  2. (b) Securonix
  3. (c) Sophos Limited
  4. (d) ServiceNow
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Securonix

Topic: Current Affairs - December 2025
Orient Technologies Partnership
Orient Technologies announced strategic partnership withSecuronixin December 2025.
Purpose: Deliver advancedAI-powered SIEM(Security Information and Event Management) capabilities across India.
SIEM provides real-time analysis of security alerts and threat detection.
Answer: Option 2 → Securonix
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 9 May 2026 Shift 3 · Mergers, acquisitions and partnerships

Q56. In March 2025, Lenovo announced a partnership with which Indian AI firm to build India’s largest AI supercomputer?

  1. (a) QpiAI
  2. (b) Krutrim
  3. (c) AI4Bharat
  4. (d) L&T Semiconductor
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Krutrim

Topic: Current Affairs - Technology Partnership 2025
In March 2025, Lenovo announced a strategic partnership withKrutrim, an Indian AI startup founded by Ola's Bhavish Aggarwal.
The partnership aims to buildIndia's largest AI supercomputerto support domestic AI development and reduce dependency on foreign AI infrastructure.
Krutrim is India's first AI unicorn focused on building indigenous large language models.
Answer: Option 2 → Krutrim
SSC GD 2026 – 5 May 2026 Shift 2 · GDP and growth forecasts

Q57. In 2025, the IMF projected India's GDP growth rate for 2026
to be approximately _____.

  1. (a) 6.4%
  2. (b) 7.1%
  3. (c) 8.5%
  4. (d) 7.9%
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 6.4%

Correct Answer: 6.4% — Option (a)
According to the International Monetary Fund's World Economic Outlook published in 2025, India's GDP growth rate for 2026 was projected to be approximately 6.4%. Despite global economic headwinds including geopolitical tensions and monetary tightening in advanced economies, India continued to be projected as one of the fastest-growing major economies. The IMF cited strong domestic consumption, investment in infrastructure, and a robust services sector as key growth drivers.
Option (b) 7.1% — Incorrect: While India has achieved above 7% growth in some recent years, the IMF's 2025 projection for India's 2026 GDP growth was 6.4%, not 7.1%.
Option (c) 8.5% — Incorrect: An 8.5% projection would be higher than any recent IMF estimate for India's growth; 6.4% is the correct figure.
Option (d) 7.9% — Incorrect: 7.9% does not match the IMF's 2025 projected GDP growth rate for India in 2026.
SSC GD 2026 – 4 May 2026 Shift 3 · GDP and growth forecasts

Q58. In 2025, the IMF projected India's GDP growth rate for 2025
to be approximately _____.

  1. (a) 4.4%
  2. (b) 6.4%
  3. (c) 7.1%
  4. (d) 8.5%
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 6.4%

Correct Answer: 6.4% — Option (b)
The International Monetary Fund (IMF), in its World Economic Outlook published in 2025, projected India's GDP growth rate for 2025 to be approximately 6.4%. Despite global economic headwinds, India continued to be among the fastest-growing major economies. The IMF cited robust domestic consumption, investment, and services sector growth as key drivers.
Option (a) 4.4% — Incorrect: A 4.4% growth rate would indicate a significant slowdown well below India's recent trend; this is not the IMF's 2025 projection.
Option (c) 7.1% — Incorrect: While India has achieved above 7% growth in some years, the IMF's 2025 projection for India was 6.4%, not 7.1%.
Option (d) 8.5% — Incorrect: An 8.5% growth rate would be exceptionally high; it does not match the IMF's 2025 GDP projection for India.
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 27 March 2026 Shift 1 · RBI and banking updates

Q59. In 2025, which international organization reclassified India’s de facto exchange rate regime from a “stabilised” system to a crawl-like arrangement?

  1. (a) International Monetary Fund (IMF)
  2. (b) World Bank
  3. (c) Asian Development Bank
  4. (d) Bank for International Settlements
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) International Monetary Fund (IMF)

Topic: Exchange Rate Regime Classification
TheInternational Monetary Fund (IMF)monitors and classifies exchange rate regimes of member countries.
In 2025, IMF reclassified India's de facto exchange rate regime from 'stabilised arrangement' to 'crawl-like arrangement'.
This reflects gradual, controlled movements in the rupee's value rather than strict stabilization.
Answer: Option 1 → International Monetary Fund (IMF)
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 27 March 2026 Shift 3 · Mergers, acquisitions and partnerships

Q60. In 2025, Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) signed an MoU in Moscow with which foreign aerospace company to jointly produce the SJ-100 civil commuter aircraft in India?

  1. (a) Irkut Corporation
  2. (b) Sukhoi Civil Aircraft Company
  3. (c) Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation (PJSC-UAC)
  4. (d) Roscosmos State Corporation for Space Activities
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation (PJSC-UAC)

Topic: Current Affairs 2025 - Defence & Aerospace
HAL signed MoU in Moscow (2025) forSJ-100 civil commuter aircraftproduction in India.
Partner:Russia's United Aircraft Corporation (PJSC-UAC)
UAC is the parent company that oversees Russian civil aviation projects including Sukhoi Civil Aircraft Company.
Answer: Option 3 → Russia's United Aircraft Corporation (PJSC-UAC)
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 27 March 2026 Shift 3 · Budget and economic data - current

Q61. Which national financial performance milestone was reported by the Department of Commerce for H1 FY 2025-26 (April–September 2025), highlighting best-ever export figures?

  1. (a) Highest FDI inflow in 5 years
  2. (b) Highest export quarter in H1
  3. (c) Largest export diversification program
  4. (d) Lowest trade deficit in a decade
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Highest export quarter in H1

Topic: National Financial Performance - H1 FY 2025-26
Department of Commerce reported milestone forApril–September 2025period.
Key Achievement:
India recorded itshighest export quarter in H1of FY 2025-26.
This represents best-ever export figures for the first half of fiscal year.
Indicates strong economic growth and international trade performance.
Answer: Option 2 → Highest export quarter in H1
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 25 March 2026 Shift 3 · RBI and banking updates

Q62. Which Act introduced uniform reporting standards for banks to the Reserve Bank of India in 2025?

  1. (a) The Banking Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025
  2. (b) The State Bank of India Act, 1955
  3. (c) The Banking Regulation Act, 1949
  4. (d) The Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) The Banking Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025

Topic:Banking Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025
Key provisions of the Act:
• Introduceduniform reporting standardsfor all banks to RBI
• Enhanced regulatory framework for banking sector
• Strengthened RBI's supervisory powers over banks
This Act modernized banking regulations and standardized
compliance requirements across all banking institutions in India.
Answer: Option 1 → The Banking Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 24 March 2026 Shift 3 · GDP and growth forecasts

Q63. As per the World Economic Outlook January 2026, by the International Monetary Fund, global economic expansion in 2027, is expected to be which of the following rates?

  1. (a) 4.0 percent
  2. (b) 2.9 percent
  3. (c) 3.2 percent
  4. (d) 3.5 percent
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 3.2 percent

Topic: World Economic Outlook January 2026 - IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) releases the World Economic Outlook report periodically to forecast global economic growth.
As per theJanuary 2026 edition, the IMF projected global economic expansion for2027 at 3.2 percent.
This reflects moderate growth expectations amid global economic challenges and recovery patterns.
Answer: Option 3 → 3.2 percent
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 19 March 2026 Shift 1 · Budget and economic data - current

Q64. In the fiscal year 2024-25, the total remittances sent home by Indians overseas set a new record of:

  1. (a) 126.76 billion dollars
  2. (b) 122.57 billion dollars
  3. (c) 156.10 billion dollars
  4. (d) 135.46 billion dollars
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 135.46 billion dollars

India remains the world's largest recipient of remittances.
In fiscal year2024-25, overseas Indians sent home a record$135.46 billion.
This represents continued growth in foreign remittances to India.
Answer: Option 4 → 135.46 billion dollars
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 19 March 2026 Shift 2 · Mergers, acquisitions and partnerships

Q65. Which Indian organization signed a memorandum of understanding with Russia's UAC to produce the SJ-100 in October 2025?

  1. (a) ISRO
  2. (b) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
  3. (c) DRDO
  4. (d) Bharat Electronics Limited
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited

Topic: Recent MoU - India-Russia Aviation Partnership
Key Facts:
1.Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)signed MoU with Russia'sUnited Aircraft Corporation (UAC)in October 2025.
2. Agreement focuses on production ofSukhoi Superjet 100 (SJ-100)aircraft in India.
3. HAL is India's premier aerospace and defense manufacturer under Ministry of Defence .
Answer: Option 2 → Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 17 March 2026 Shift 1 · Budget and economic data - current

Q66. Why did the share of workers in the rural agriculture sector increase during July–September 2025?

  1. (a) Due to urban migration
  2. (b) Because of a decline in manufacturing jobs
  3. (c) Due to Kharif agricultural operations
  4. (d) Because of new government schemes
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Due to Kharif agricultural operations

Rural Agriculture Sector - July-September 2025
Period:July-September= Monsoon season in India
Agricultural Activity:Kharif cropssowing and cultivation
Kharif operations include paddy, maize, cotton, soybean planting
During monsoon, demand for agricultural labor increases significantly
This leads to higher rural workforce participation in agriculture
Answer: Option 3 → Due to Kharif agricultural operations
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 17 March 2026 Shift 1 · Budget and economic data - current

Q67. By November 2025, non-fossil power accounted for what percentage of the total installed electricity capacity in India?

  1. (a) 40.2%
  2. (b) 51.5%
  3. (c) 60.0%
  4. (d) 45.8%
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 51.5%

Non-fossil power includes: Renewable energy (solar, wind, hydro, biomass) + Nuclear power.
By November 2025, India achieved a significant milestone in its clean energy transition.
Non-fossil power capacity crossed51.5%of total installed electricity capacity.
This reflects India's commitment to renewable energy targets and carbon reduction goals.
Answer: Option 2 → 51.5%
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 17 March 2026 Shift 3 · Budget and economic data - current

Q68. The FAO Food Price Index (FFPI), which monitors monthly fluctuations in the global prices of a basket of internationally traded food commodities, averaged how many points in December 2025?

  1. (a) 124.3 points
  2. (b) 120.5 points
  3. (c) 130.1 points
  4. (d) 128.6 points
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 124.3 points

TheFAO Food Price Index (FFPI)measures monthly changes in international prices of a basket of food commodities.
InDecember 2025, the FFPI averaged124.3 points.
This index is published by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations.
Answer: Option 1 → 124.3 points
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 16 March 2026 Shift 1 · RBI and banking updates

Q69. According to the Banking Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025, the threshold for ‘substantial interest’ in a bank was revised from ₹5 lakh to which of the following amounts?

  1. (a) ₹1 crore
  2. (b) ₹5 crore
  3. (c) ₹50 lakh
  4. (d) ₹2 crore
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) ₹2 crore

According to the Banking Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025, the threshold for“substantial interest”in a bank was increased from₹5 lakh to ₹2 crore. This revision was made to reflect present-day economic realities, as the earlier limit had remained unchanged since 1968
Answer: Option 4 → ₹2 crore
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 16 March 2026 Shift 1 · GDP and growth forecasts

Q70. Which of the following sectors observed a negative growth rate in Real GVA (Gross Value Added) during Q1 of FY 2025-26 as per the report published by NSO and MoSPI ?

  1. (a) Construction
  2. (b) Tertiary Sector
  3. (c) Agriculture and Allied
  4. (d) Mining & Quarrying
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Mining & Quarrying

NSO and MoSPI Report Key Points:
Most sectors showed positive growth in Q1 FY 2025-26.
Agriculture & Allied: Positive growth.
Construction: Positive growth.
Tertiary Sector: Positive growth.
Mining & Quarrying: Negative growth rate.
Mining sector faced contraction due to demand challenges.
Answer: Option 4 → Mining & Quarrying
RRB Technician Grade III 2025-26 – 9 March 2026 Shift 2 · Business and corporate news

Q71. Which bank joins the India Bullion Exchange as a special category client?

  1. (a) Indian Bank
  2. (b) Bank of India
  3. (c) State Bank of India
  4. (d) Punjab National Bank
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) State Bank of India

India Bullion Exchange (IBE) is a market for trading precious metals in India.
The State Bank of India (SBI) has joined IBE as a special category client.
This partnership helps enhance the bullion trading market in India through SBI's participation.
Hence, the correct answer is State Bank of India (SBI).
RRB Technician Grade III 2025-26 – 6 March 2026 Shift 2 · GDP and growth forecasts

Q72. Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has raised India’s GDP growth forecast for FY26 to ̲.

  1. (a) 6.7%
  2. (b) 6.8%
  3. (c) 7.3%
  4. (d) 6.9%
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 7.3%

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revised its GDP growth forecast for the financial year 2025-26.
According to recent reports, RBI expects the GDP growth to be 7.3%.
This revised forecast reflects optimism about economic growth based on various factors like production, consumption, and government policy.
Hence, the correct answer is 7.3%.
Final answer: Option 3
RRB Technician Grade III 2025-26 – 6 March 2026 Shift 2 · RBI and banking updates

Q73. What is the primary objective of the ‘Aapki Punji Aapka Adhikar’ campaign, launched in 2025?

  1. (a) Expanding micro-credit access for small businesses and self-help groups across rural districts
  2. (b) Digitizing all personal banking accounts under the Jan Dhan and UPI framework for transparency
  3. (c) Facilitating speedy settlement and rightful return of unclaimed financial assets to legitimate claimants
  4. (d) Encouraging citizens to invest in long-term pension and insurance instruments for wealth creation
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Facilitating speedy settlement and rightful return of unclaimed financial assets to legitimate claimants

The campaign ‘Aapki Punji Aapka Adhikar’ was launched in 2025 with the main aim to address unclaimed financial assets.
It focuses on facilitating the speedy settlement and rightful return of these unclaimed assets to their legitimate claimants.
This helps in improving the financial inclusiveness and trust in the financial system.
Therefore, the primary objective is the quick and rightful return of unclaimed financial assets to their owners.
Final answer: Option 3
RRB Technician Grade III 2025-26 – 6 March 2026 Shift 1 · RBI and banking updates

Q74. Which of the following bodies approved the appointment of S Krishnan as Chairman of J&K Bank?

  1. (a) NITI Aayog
  2. (b) Ministry of Finance
  3. (c) Reserve Bank of India
  4. (d) Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India(IRDAI)
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Reserve Bank of India

The appointment of the Chairman of J&K Bank is approved by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
This is because J&K Bank is under the regulatory purview of RBI regarding key appointments.
Hence, RBI's approval is mandatory for such appointments.
Final answer: Option 3
SSC MTS 2025 – 20 February 2026 Shift 1 · RBI and banking updates

Q75. As of October 2024, India's foreign exchange (forex) reserves have swelled to $_____ billion.

  1. (a) 701
  2. (b) 8100
  3. (c) 71
  4. (d) 7100
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 701

Correct Answer: 701 billion (Option 1)
As of October 2024, India's foreign exchange (forex) reserves reached a record high of approximately $701 billion (around $700–705 billion), making India one of the largest holders of forex reserves in the world. This milestone reflects strong foreign investment inflows, remittances, and RBI's forex management.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 2 – $8100 billion is unrealistically large; even the USA's forex reserves are far less.
Option 3 – $71 billion is far too low; India's forex reserves have been over $500 billion for years.
Option 4 – $7100 billion is also unrealistically large and incorrect.
SSC MTS 2025 – 20 February 2026 Shift 2 · Budget and economic data - current

Q76. As per data of Ministry of Mines, production of iron ore was _____ million metric tonnes (MMT) in FY 2024-25.

  1. (a) 289
  2. (b) 219
  3. (c) 199
  4. (d) 432
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 289

Correct Answer: 289 MMT (Option 1)
As per the Ministry of Mines data, India's iron ore production in FY 2024-25 was approximately 289 million metric tonnes (MMT). India is one of the top iron ore producers in the world, with Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Karnataka being the major producing states. This production level reflects India's growing steel sector requirements.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 2 – 219 MMT is lower than the actual figure.
Option 3 – 199 MMT is also lower than the actual production figure.
Option 4 – 432 MMT is far higher than the actual production figure for FY 2024-25.
RRB JE CBT-1 2025-26 – 20 February 2026 · RBI and banking updates

Q77. Who is the chairperson of the RBI’s committee formed to develop the Framework for Responsible and Ethical AI (FREE-AI) in the financial sector as of December 2024?

  1. (a) Dr. Rajeev Chandrasekhar from Ministry of Electronics
  2. (b) Professor K. VijayRaghavan from Office of PSA
  3. (c) Professor Pushpak Bhattacharyya from IIT Bombay
  4. (d) Dr. Krishnamurthy Subramanian from IMF Board
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Professor Pushpak Bhattacharyya from IIT Bombay

The RBI committee for developing the Framework for Responsible and Ethical AI (FREE-AI) is chaired by Professor Pushpak Bhattacharyya.
He is affiliated with IIT Bombay and recognised for his expertise in AI and technology.
This appointment was confirmed in recent RBI publications as of December 2024.
Hence, the correct chairperson is Professor Pushpak Bhattacharyya.
Final answer: Option 3
SSC MTS 2025 – 17 February 2026 Shift 1 · Budget and economic data - current

Q78. Between 2014–25, India attracted FDI worth USD _____ billion.

  1. (a) 348.78
  2. (b) 548.78
  3. (c) 748.78
  4. (d) 948.78
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 748.78

Between 2014–25, India attracted FDI worth USD 748.78 billion, reflecting the country's growing attractiveness as an investment destination under Make in India and other government initiatives. 348.78 and 548.78 are too low; 948.78 is higher than the recorded figure.
SSC MTS 2025 – 13 February 2026 Shift 2 · Mergers, acquisitions and partnerships

Q79. In which city is Reliance Industries collaborating with Google to build a dedicated cloud facility powered by clean energy?

  1. (a) Patna
  2. (b) Amritsar
  3. (c) Jamnagar
  4. (d) Cuttack
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Jamnagar

Reliance Industries announced a collaboration with Google to build a dedicated cloud facility in Jamnagar, Gujarat. Jamnagar is a major industrial hub for Reliance and the planned facility is intended to be powered by clean/renewable energy, aligning with Reliance's green energy ambitions.
Why other options are incorrect:
- Patna: No such Reliance-Google cloud project is associated with Patna.
- Amritsar: Not related to this collaboration.
- Cuttack: Not the location of this clean energy cloud project.
SSC MTS 2025 – 5 February 2026 Shift 1 · Budget and economic data - current

Q80. Which of the following Indian state accounted for highest share of total foreign direct investment equity inflows in 2024-2025?

  1. (a) Bihar
  2. (b) Maharashtra
  3. (c) Kerala
  4. (d) Madhya Pradesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Maharashtra

Correct Answer: Maharashtra
Maharashtra consistently attracts the highest share of total FDI equity inflows among all Indian states. Cities like Mumbai and Pune are major financial and industrial hubs, making Maharashtra the leading destination for foreign direct investment in India.
Why other options are wrong:
Bihar - Ranks much lower in FDI attractiveness due to limited industrial base.
Kerala - A smaller FDI recipient compared to Maharashtra.
Madhya Pradesh - Growing industrially but not the top FDI recipient.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 22 November 2025 Shift 1 · Budget and economic data - current

Q81. What is India's cumulative solar power capacity (in GW) as of July 2025?

  1. (a) 50
  2. (b) 67.75
  3. (c) 119.02
  4. (d) 175
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 119.02

Correct Answer: 119.02 GW (Option 3)
As of July 2025, India's cumulative installed solar power capacity reached approximately 119.02 GW. India has been rapidly expanding its renewable energy sector as part of its target of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030. Solar energy has been the fastest-growing component of India's renewable energy portfolio.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 1 - 50 GW: India crossed the 50 GW solar milestone earlier (around 2022).
Option 2 - 67.75 GW: This was an earlier milestone, not the July 2025 figure.
Option 4 - 175 GW: This exceeds India's total solar capacity as of July 2025.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 21 November 2025 Shift 2 · Business and corporate news

Q82. In February 2025, which US pharma firm announced a $200 million investment in its technology center in Hyderabad, focusing on AI and data science?

  1. (a) Pfizer
  2. (b) Amgen
  3. (c) Merck
  4. (d) Johnson & Johnson
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Amgen

Correct Answer: Amgen (Option 2)
Amgen, one of the world's leading biotechnology companies, announced a $200 million investment in its technology center in Hyderabad (Amgen India) in February 2025, focusing on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data science capabilities. Hyderabad is a major hub for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies in India, and this investment further strengthened the city's position as a global technology and life sciences destination.
Pfizer, Merck, and Johnson & Johnson did not make this specific announcement regarding a $200 million AI-focused investment in Hyderabad in February 2025.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 15 November 2025 Shift 2 · Budget and economic data - current

Q83. According to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2023-24, India's overall female labour force participation rate (FLFPR) has risen to ________.

  1. (a) 11.7%
  2. (b) 31.7%
  3. (c) 51.7%
  4. (d) 41.7%
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 41.7%

According to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2023-24, India's overall female labour force participation rate (FLFPR) has risen to 41.7%, reflecting a significant improvement in women's workforce engagement. This is among the highest recorded in recent years for India. The other figures — 11.7%, 31.7%, and 51.7% — do not correspond to the PLFS 2023-24 data.
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 9 September 2025 Shift 2 · RBI and banking updates

Q84. On which theme did the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) organise a conference for large-sized Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in Chennai on 28 March 2025?

  1. (a) NBFCs: The Rise of the Indian Economy
  2. (b) Advancing the Digital Disruptions in NBFCs
  3. (c) The Future of NBFC Unfolds
  4. (d) Shared Vision, Shared Responsibility: Strengthening the NBFCs
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Shared Vision, Shared Responsibility: Strengthening the NBFCs

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 8 September 2025 Shift 3 · RBI and banking updates

Q85. Reserve Bank of India advised all banks in india to commence the migration of their existing domains to the ‘.bank.in’ domain and complete the process latest by __________________.

  1. (a) 31 December 2025
  2. (b) 31 October 2025
  3. (c) 31 August 2025
  4. (d) 31 March 2026
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 31 October 2025

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 4 September 2025 Shift 3 · Business and corporate news

Q86. Who launched Prismix, an AI-driven media company?

  1. (a) Amir Khan
  2. (b) Ajay Devgn
  3. (c) Shahrukh Khan
  4. (d) Salman Khan
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Ajay Devgn

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 1 September 2025 Shift 1 · Business and corporate news

Q87. As announced in January 2025, which Indian pharmaceutical company is set to manufacture Paracetamol domestically?

  1. (a) Ajanta Pharmaceuticals
  2. (b) Satya Deeptha Pharmaceuticals
  3. (c) Alkem Laboratories
  4. (d) Lupin
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Satya Deeptha Pharmaceuticals

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 29 August 2025 Shift 2 · Energy and power sector - current

Q88. The 'Nuclear Energy Mission for Viksit Bharat' aims to achieve how much nuclear energy capacity by 2047?

  1. (a) 50 GW
  2. (b) 125 GW
  3. (c) 75 GW
  4. (d) 100 GW
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 100 GW

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 29 August 2025 Shift 3 · Energy and power sector - current

Q89. What was India's total non-fossil fuel installed capacity as of November 2024, as per the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy?

  1. (a) 213.70 GW
  2. (b) 223.70 GW
  3. (c) 263.70 GW
  4. (d) 243.70 GW
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 213.70 GW

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 28 August 2025 Shift 3 · Energy and power sector - current

Q90. India is set to invest over US$360 billion in renewable energy and infrastructure by ̲.

  1. (a) 2032
  2. (b) 2036
  3. (c) 2030
  4. (d) 2034
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 2030

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 22 August 2025 Shift 2 · Energy and power sector - current

Q91. Which among the following two organisations signed an Memorandum of Understanding to establish an incubation centre promoting innovation in solar energy and green hydrogen in May 2025?

  1. (a) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy and Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited
  2. (b) National Institution for Transforming India Aayog and Indian Space Research Organisation
  3. (c) National Solar Energy Federation of India and National Institute of Solar Energy
  4. (d) Defence Research and Development Organisation and National Thermal Power Corporation
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) National Solar Energy Federation of India and National Institute of Solar Energy

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 20 August 2025 Shift 2 · Energy and power sector - current

Q92. The Central Government approved the allocation of additional how many million tonnes of rice from the Food Corporation of India (FCI) for ethanol production in May 2025?

  1. (a) 2.8 million tonnes
  2. (b) 2.4 million tonnes
  3. (c) 2.1 million tonnes
  4. (d) 3.2 million tonnes
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 2.8 million tonnes

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 20 August 2025 Shift 3 · Energy and power sector - current

Q93. India’s renewable energy sector saw a record-breaking addition of 24.5 GW and 3.4 GW through which of the following in 2024, as per the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy data?

  1. (a) Biomass and Tidal
  2. (b) Hydro and Geothermal
  3. (c) Solar and Wind
  4. (d) Wind and Nuclear
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Solar and Wind

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 18 August 2025 Shift 2 · Business and corporate news

Q94. Which airline launched its Centre of Digital Innovation in 2025?

  1. (a) Akasa Air
  2. (b) Air India
  3. (c) Go First
  4. (d) Vistara
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Air India

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 18 August 2025 Shift 3 · RBI and banking updates

Q95. In 2025, which Indian regulatory body launched the 'Digital India Financial Literacy Mission' to enhance awareness about digital finance and online fraud prevention?

  1. (a) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
  2. (b) Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
  3. (c) Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC)
  4. (d) National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA)
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 13 August 2025 Shift 1 · Business and corporate news

Q96. In March 2025, which company unveiled Vayu, an overall AI cloud offering for enterprises?

  1. (a) Tata Communication
  2. (b) Reliance Communication
  3. (c) Airtel Communication
  4. (d) Bajaj Communication
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Tata Communication

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 13 August 2025 Shift 1 · GDP and growth forecasts

Q97. According to the IMF’s World Economic Outlook released in April 2025, what is India's projected economic growth rate for the year 2025?

  1. (a) 6.2%
  2. (b) 4.8%
  3. (c) 5.6%
  4. (d) 6.5%
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 6.2%

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 13 August 2025 Shift 3 · Financial regulators (SEBI, IRDAI, PFRDA) - current

Q98. In which Indian city was the First International Research Conference on Pension (IRCP) inaugurated in April 2025?

  1. (a) Uttar Pradesh
  2. (b) Kerala
  3. (c) New Delhi
  4. (d) Mumbai
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) New Delhi

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 11 August 2025 Shift 2 · Business and corporate news

Q99. In May 2025, which Indian AI healthcare startup announced plans to go public within two years, aiming to expand its diagnostic tools for conditions like tuberculosis and stroke?

  1. (a) HealthifyMe
  2. (b) Qure.ai
  3. (c) 1mg
  4. (d) Niramai
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Qure.ai

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 11 August 2025 Shift 2 · Business and corporate news

Q100. Which of the following US biotech companies opened a $200 million tech and innovation hub in 2025?

  1. (a) Biogen
  2. (b) Genentech
  3. (c) Amgen
  4. (d) Novavax
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Amgen

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