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SSC GD 2026 – 18 May 2026 Shift 2 · Summits and conferences

Q101. The BIMSTEC Youth Summit-2025 was held in _____ from 7–11 February 2025.

  1. (a) Chennai
  2. (b) Gandhinagar
  3. (c) Dhaka
  4. (d) Colombo
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Gandhinagar

Correct Answer: Gandhinagar — Option (b)
The BIMSTEC Youth Summit-2025 was held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India from 7–11 February 2025. BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) is a regional organisation comprising seven member states: Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. The Youth Summit brought together young delegates from BIMSTEC member countries to discuss regional cooperation, sustainable development, and youth-led initiatives. Gandhinagar, the capital of Gujarat, is a planned city and a growing hub for international summits and events, hosting various BIMSTEC and other international gatherings. India held the BIMSTEC chairmanship during this period.
Option (a) Chennai — Incorrect: Chennai is a major metropolitan city in Tamil Nadu; the BIMSTEC Youth Summit 2025 was held in Gandhinagar, not Chennai.
Option (c) Dhaka — Incorrect: Dhaka is the capital of Bangladesh (a BIMSTEC member); the 2025 BIMSTEC Youth Summit was hosted by India in Gandhinagar, not in Dhaka.
Option (d) Colombo — Incorrect: Colombo is the capital of Sri Lanka (another BIMSTEC member); the Youth Summit 2025 was held in Gandhinagar, India.
SSC GD 2026 – 9 May 2026 Shift 1 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q102. In 2025, which prominent Congress member led India's diplomatic outreach regarding Operation Sindoor to America and Panama?

  1. (a) Rahul Gandhi
  2. (b) P. Chidambaram
  3. (c) Shashi Tharoor
  4. (d) Sonia Gandhi
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Shashi Tharoor

Correct Answer: Shashi Tharoor — Option (c)
In 2025, Shashi Tharoor, a senior Congress MP and former Union Minister, led India's diplomatic outreach regarding Operation Sindoor to countries including the United States and Panama. Operation Sindoor was India's military operation against terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir ( PoK ) following the Pahalgam terror attack. As part of India's all-party diplomatic effort to brief foreign nations about the operation and India's stance, Shashi Tharoor — known for his international profile and fluency in diplomacy — headed the delegation to these countries to present India's case to the international community.
Option (a) Rahul Gandhi — Incorrect: Rahul Gandhi was involved in other aspects of the political discourse around Operation Sindoor , but it was Shashi Tharoor who led the specific diplomatic outreach to America and Panama.
Option (b) P. Chidambaram — Incorrect: P. Chidambaram is a senior Congress leader but did not lead the diplomatic outreach to America and Panama regarding Operation Sindoor .
Option (d) Sonia Gandhi — Incorrect: Sonia Gandhi, former Congress president, was not the member who led the diplomatic outreach mission to America and Panama regarding Operation Sindoor .
SSC GD 2026 – 9 May 2026 Shift 2 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q103. India and Bhutan organised the 6th Joint Group meeting on customs duty from April 24 to 25, 2025 in _____.

  1. (a) Thimphu
  2. (b) Gandhinagar
  3. (c) Paro
  4. (d) New Delhi
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Thimphu

Correct Answer: Thimphu — Option (a)
India and Bhutan organised the 6th Joint Group meeting on customs duty in Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, from April 24 to 25, 2025. The meeting was held to review and strengthen bilateral trade and customs cooperation between the two neighbouring countries. India and Bhutan share a close and special relationship — India is Bhutan's largest trading partner, and the two countries have a free trade agreement. The Joint Group on customs discusses issues related to border trade, customs procedures, anti-smuggling measures, and facilitation of legitimate trade between the two countries.
Option (b) Gandhinagar — Incorrect: Gandhinagar is the capital of Gujarat, India; the India-Bhutan Joint Group customs meeting was held in Thimphu, Bhutan.
Option (c) Paro — Incorrect: Paro is a city in Bhutan (home to the international airport) but the meeting was held in Thimphu, Bhutan's capital.
Option (d) New Delhi — Incorrect: New Delhi is India's capital; the 6th India-Bhutan Joint Group customs meeting was held in Thimphu (Bhutan), not New Delhi.
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 9 May 2026 Shift 1 · Global events and elections

Q104. In 2025, who among the following became the first female Prime Minister of Japan?

  1. (a) Satsuki Katayama
  2. (b) Yōko Kamikawa
  3. (c) Kimi Onoda
  4. (d) Sanae Takaichi
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Sanae Takaichi

Topic:Japan's First Female Prime Minister (2025)
Sanae Takaichibecame Japan's first female Prime Minister in 2025.
She is a member of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP).
Previously served as Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications.
Answer: Option 4 → Sanae Takaichi
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 9 May 2026 Shift 3 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q105. Which one of the following countries and India renewed their existing Kartarpur Corridor Agreement in October 2024?

  1. (a) Pakistan
  2. (b) Bangladesh
  3. (c) China
  4. (d) Nepal
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Pakistan

Kartarpur Corridor Agreement - October 2024
The Kartarpur Corridor connects Dera Baba Nanak (India) to Gurdwara Darbar Sahib Kartarpur (Pakistan).
India and Pakistan renewed the agreement in October 2024 for another 5 years.
The corridor allows Indian Sikh pilgrims visa-free access to the holy site in Pakistan.
Originally opened in November 2019.
Answer: Option 1 → Pakistan
SSC GD 2026 – 8 May 2026 Shift 1 · Summits and conferences

Q106. The 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum was held in _____ in June 2025.

  1. (a) Beijing
  2. (b) Brasilia
  3. (c) Shanghai
  4. (d) Vladivostok
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Brasilia

Correct Answer: Brasilia — Option (b)
The 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum was held in Brasilia, Brazil, in June 2025. Brazil held the BRICS Presidency in 2025, and as part of its chairmanship activities, hosted this parliamentary forum bringing together legislators from BRICS member nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and the new members that joined in 2024 — Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, UAE). The forum discussed parliamentary cooperation, sustainable development, and multilateral issues.
Option (a) Beijing — Incorrect: Beijing (China) hosted BRICS-related events during China's BRICS presidency (2022); the 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in June 2025 was held in Brasilia under Brazil's presidency.
Option (c) Shanghai — Incorrect: Shanghai is China's financial hub; the 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum was not held there.
Option (d) Vladivostok — Incorrect: Vladivostok is a Russian city known for the Eastern Economic Forum; the 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum was held in Brasilia, Brazil.
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 8 May 2026 Shift 1 · Summits and conferences

Q107. In which of the following countries did the One Health Summit take place from 5-7 April 2026?

  1. (a) Germany
  2. (b) France
  3. (c) China
  4. (d) Myanmar
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) France

One Health Summit (5-7 April 2026)
The One Health Summit was held inFrance.
One Health approach integrates human, animal, and environmental health.
France hosted this international summit to address global health challenges.
Answer: Option 2 → France
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 8 May 2026 Shift 1 · Summits and conferences

Q108. Which city hosted the Global Justice, Love and Peace Summit in April 2025?

  1. (a) Oslo
  2. (b) Dubai
  3. (c) Milan
  4. (d) New Delhi
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Dubai

Global Justice, Love and Peace Summit - April 2025
Host City:Dubai, UAE
The summit focused on global peace initiatives,
justice frameworks, and humanitarian cooperation.
Answer: Option 2 → Dubai
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 8 May 2026 Shift 1 · Summits and conferences

Q109. Which of the following editions of the Seatrade Maritime Logistics Middle East (SMLME) conference opened on May 6, 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre?

  1. (a) 9th
  2. (b) 11th
  3. (c) 12th
  4. (d) 7th
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 11th

Topic: Seatrade Maritime Logistics Middle East (SMLME) 2025
The11th editionof SMLME conference opened onMay 6, 2025.
Venue:Dubai World Trade Centre
This is a major maritime and logistics industry event in the Middle East region.
Answer: Option 2 → 11th
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 8 May 2026 Shift 2 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q110. The 3rd Trilateral Consultations between India, Iran and Armenia was held at which place in September 2025?

  1. (a) Yerevan
  2. (b) Mumbai
  3. (c) Tehran
  4. (d) New Delhi
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Tehran

3rd Trilateral Consultations (India-Iran-Armenia)
Event: Held inSeptember 2025
Location:Tehran, Iran
Focus: Regional connectivity, trade cooperation,
and International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC)
Answer: Option 3 → Tehran
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 8 May 2026 Shift 3 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q111. In February 2025, which one of the following countries and India signed a declaration to establish a partnership focused on advanced and small modular nuclear reactors?

  1. (a) Japan
  2. (b) Russia
  3. (c) France
  4. (d) United States
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) France

India-France Nuclear Partnership (February 2025)
India and France signed a declaration in February 2025 to establish a partnership focused on advanced and small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs).
This partnership aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation in civil nuclear energy and develop next-generation reactor technology.
France is a global leader in nuclear technology with extensive experience in reactor design and operation.
Answer: Option 3 → France
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 7 May 2026 Shift 1 · Summits and conferences

Q112. In which country was the International Conference on 'Reimagining Existence: Emerging Perspectives in World Literature and Language' held in March 2025?

  1. (a) India
  2. (b) China
  3. (c) Italy
  4. (d) Russia
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) India

Topic: International Conference March 2025
Conference Title:'Reimagining Existence: Emerging Perspectives in World Literature and Language'
Key Facts:
• Held in March 2025
• Focused on World Literature and Language perspectives
• Hosted by India
Answer: Option 1 → India
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 7 May 2026 Shift 1 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q113. With which country did the United Kingdom (UK) sign the Kensington Treaty, the first treaty between the two countries since the Second World War, in July 2025?

  1. (a) United States
  2. (b) France
  3. (c) Japan
  4. (d) Germany
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Germany

Kensington Treaty (July 2025)
First UK-Germany treaty since World War II.
Signed to strengthen bilateral relations and cooperation.
Named after Kensington Palace, London.
Answer: Option 4 → Germany
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 7 May 2026 Shift 2 · Summits and conferences

Q114. Where was the 69ᵗʰ session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women held in March 2025?

  1. (a) Berlin, Germany
  2. (b) Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
  3. (c) New York, USA
  4. (d) Oslo, Norway
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) New York, USA

UN Commission on Status of Women (CSW)
The CSW is the principal global intergovernmental body exclusively dedicated to the promotion of gender equality and the empowerment of women.
The Commission meets annually at theUnited Nations Headquarters in New York.
The69th session (CSW69)was held fromMarch 10-21, 2025at UN Headquarters, New York.
Answer: Option 3 → New York, USA
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 7 May 2026 Shift 3 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q115. India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 25 February 2026 to strengthen cooperation in forests, wildlife, environment, biodiversity conservation, and climate change with which country?

  1. (a) Bangladesh
  2. (b) Sri Lanka
  3. (c) Nepal
  4. (d) Bhutan
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Nepal

India-Nepal Environmental Cooperation MoU
Date:25 February 2026
Key Areas of Cooperation:
• Forests and Wildlife Conservation
• Environment and Biodiversity
• Climate Change Mitigation
India and Nepal share strong bilateral ties with focus on environmental protection and sustainable development in the Himalayan region.
Answer: Option 3 → Nepal
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 7 May 2026 Shift 3 · Summits and conferences

Q116. What was the venue of the first BIMSTEC Youth Summit held in February 2025?

  1. (a) Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
  2. (b) Gandhinagar, Gujarat
  3. (c) New Delhi
  4. (d) Hyderabad, Telangana
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Gandhinagar, Gujarat

BIMSTEC Youth Summit 2025
The first BIMSTEC Youth Summit was held inGandhinagar, Gujaratin February 2025.
BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) includes 7 member countries.
The summit focused on youth engagement and cooperation among member nations.
Answer: Option 2 → Gandhinagar, Gujarat
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 7 May 2026 Shift 3 · Summits and conferences

Q117. In early July 2025, the 17th BRICS Leaders’ Summit convened in which city?

  1. (a) Rio de Janeiro
  2. (b) Shanghai
  3. (c) Johannesburg
  4. (d) New Delhi
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Rio de Janeiro

BRICS Summit 2025
The 17th BRICS Leaders' Summit was held inRio de Janeiro, Brazilin early July 2025.
Brazil held the BRICS Presidency in 2025.
BRICS members: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa (+ new members from 2024).
Answer: Option 1 → Rio de Janeiro
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 7 May 2026 Shift 3 · Global events and elections

Q118. Who among the following has been sworn in as the President of Uruguay on 1 March 2025?

  1. (a) Masoud Pezeshkian
  2. (b) Jair Bolsonaro
  3. (c) Claudia Sheinbaum
  4. (d) Yamandu Orsi
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Yamandu Orsi

Topic: Current Affairs - International
Yamandu Orsiwas sworn in as the President of Uruguay on 1 March 2025.
He is a former history teacher and mayor who won the presidential election in November 2024.
He represents the left-wing Broad Front coalition.
Other options: Masoud Pezeshkian (Iran President), Jair Bolsonaro (former Brazil President), Claudia Sheinbaum (Mexico President).
Answer: Option 4 → Yamandu Orsi
SSC GD 2026 – 6 May 2026 Shift 1 · Global events and elections

Q119. Operation Gideon's Chariots is associated with which of the following countries?

  1. (a) India
  2. (b) Israel
  3. (c) Turkey
  4. (d) UAE
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Israel

Correct Answer: Israel — Option (b)
Operation Gideon's Chariots (also referred to as Operation Gideon Chariots) is a military operation associated with Israel. It was an Israeli military operation conducted as part of Israel's ongoing operations in Gaza and the broader conflict in the region. The operation name draws from the biblical story of Gideon, a judge of ancient Israel, reflecting Israel's tradition of naming military operations after biblical figures and events. The operation was part of Israel's military campaign in 2025.
Option (a) India — Incorrect: India has its own set of military operation names (Operation Sindoor , Operation Brahma, etc.); Operation Gideon's Chariots is an Israeli operation.
Option (c) Turkey — Incorrect: Turkey conducts its own military operations (such as Operation Claw-Lock in northern Iraq); Gideon's Chariots is an Israeli operation.
Option (d) UAE — Incorrect: The UAE is not associated with Operation Gideon's Chariots; this is specifically an Israeli military operation.
SSC GD 2026 – 5 May 2026 Shift 3 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q120. What was India's response operation for the 2025 Myanmar earthquake?

  1. (a) Operation Samudra Setu
  2. (b) Operation Sahayata
  3. (c) Operation Brahma
  4. (d) Operation Maitri
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Operation Brahma

Correct Answer: Operation Brahma — Option (c)
Operation Brahma was India's humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) operation launched in response to the devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar in March 2025 (magnitude 7.7, epicentre near Mandalay). India dispatched NDRF teams, medical personnel, relief materials including food, medicines, tents, and water purifiers, as well as search and rescue equipment. The operation demonstrated India's commitment to its ' Neighbourhood First' policy and its role as a first responder in regional disaster relief.
Option (a) Operation Samudra Setu — Incorrect: Operation Samudra Setu was India's 2020 naval operation to repatriate Indian citizens stranded abroad due to COVID-19, not a Myanmar earthquake relief operation.
Option (b) Operation Sahayata — Incorrect: Operation Sahayata refers to India's relief operations in other contexts; the Myanmar 2025 earthquake response was Operation Brahma.
Option (d) Operation Maitri — Incorrect: Operation Maitri was India's relief operation for the 2015 Nepal earthquake; the 2025 Myanmar earthquake operation was Operation Brahma.
SSC GD 2026 – 29 April 2026 Shift 1 · Global events and elections

Q121. In November 2024, which country became the first to pass a law banning social media use for children under 16 years of age?

  1. (a) India
  2. (b) USA
  3. (c) Japan
  4. (d) Australia
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Australia

Correct Answer: Australia — Option (d)
In November 2024, Australia became the first country in the world to pass a law banning children under 16 from using social media. Key facts about this landmark legislation: The Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Act 2024 was passed by the Australian Parliament in November 2024; The law requires social media platforms to verify users' ages and ban those under 16 years from creating accounts; Platforms covered include Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Snapchat, X (formerly Twitter), and similar social media services; Platforms that fail to comply with age verification requirements face fines of up to AUD 50 million; The law was championed by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, citing mental health concerns for young people; This made Australia a global trailblazer in child online safety legislation; The law sparked international debate about balancing children's safety with digital freedoms.
Option (a) India — Incorrect: India has not passed a specific law banning social media for children under 16; India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act (2023) has provisions for children's data, but no specific social media age ban law was passed in November 2024.
Option (b) USA — Incorrect: While the United States has discussed legislation regarding children's social media use (such as the KIDS Online Safety Act), the US had not passed a comprehensive national ban on social media for under-16s as of November 2024; Australia was the first.
Option (c) Japan — Incorrect: Japan had not passed a law banning social media for children under 16 as of November 2024; Australia became the first country in the world to enact such legislation in November 2024.
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 27 March 2026 Shift 1 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q122. India signed a 10-year Defence Framework Agreement in 2025 with which country during a meeting held on the sidelines of the ASEAN–India Defence Ministers’ Informal Meeting in Kuala Lumpur?

  1. (a) Japan
  2. (b) Malaysia
  3. (c) Australia
  4. (d) United States of America
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) United States of America

Topic: India-US Defence Framework Agreement 2025
Key Facts:
1. Agreement signed during ASEAN-India Defence Ministers' Informal Meeting in Kuala Lumpur.
2. 10-year Defence Framework Agreement between India and USA.
3. Strengthens bilateral defence cooperation and strategic partnership.
Answer: Option 4 → United States of America
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 27 March 2026 Shift 2 · Global events and elections

Q123. In October 2025, the broad-daylight heist involving the theft of royal jewellery from the Louvre Museum occurred in which country?

  1. (a) Belgium
  2. (b) Spain
  3. (c) Italy
  4. (d) France
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) France

Louvre Museum Location
The Louvre Museum is located inParis, France.
It is one of the world's largest and most visited art museums.
The October 2025 royal jewellery heist occurred at this famous French museum.
Answer: Option 4 → France
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 27 March 2026 Shift 3 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q124. In response to Cyclone Ditwah in 2025, India expanded which humanitarian mission to deliver aid to Sri Lanka by deploying additional Indian Navy warships?

  1. (a) Operation Maitri
  2. (b) Operation Samudra Setu
  3. (c) Operation Sagar Bandhu
  4. (d) Operation Vanila
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Operation Sagar Bandhu

Topic: India's Humanitarian Mission 2025
Cyclone Ditwah (2025)- Affected Sri Lanka severely
India launchedOperation Sagar Bandhuto provide humanitarian assistance
Indian Navy warships deployed with relief materials, medical aid, and rescue teams
Note:Operation Maitri - Nepal earthquake (2015)
Operation Samudra Setu - COVID-19 repatriation (2020)
Answer: Option 3 → Operation Sagar Bandhu
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 25 March 2026 Shift 1 · International organisations - current

Q125. What is the primary objective of the UN80 Initiative launched by the UN Secretary-General in 2025?

  1. (a) To expand military presence in conflict zones
  2. (b) To improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness within the UN
  3. (c) To c r eate a new global currency
  4. (d) To promote global tourism
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) To improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness within the UN

UN80 Initiative (2025)
Launched by UN Secretary-General to mark the organization's upcoming 80th anniversary in 2025.
Primary objective: Comprehensive reform to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs across UN operations.
Focus areas: Streamlining bureaucracy, optimizing resource allocation, and improving service delivery.
Answer: Option 2 → To improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness within the UN
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 25 March 2026 Shift 1 · Summits and conferences

Q126. The 47th ASEAN Summit in October 2025 primarily focused on which of the following issues?

  1. (a) Trade tariffs
  2. (b) Inclusivity & Sustainability
  3. (c) Digital transformation
  4. (d) Food safety
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Inclusivity & Sustainability

47th ASEAN Summit - October 2025
The summit was held in Vientiane, Laos.
Primary Focus:Inclusivity & Sustainability
Key themes included inclusive growth, sustainable development,
and regional cooperation for equitable progress.
Answer: Option 2 → Inclusivity & Sustainability
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 25 March 2026 Shift 1 · International organisations - current

Q127. In November 2025, Oman enhanced its global environmental leadership by joining which international council?

  1. (a) IUCN Council
  2. (b) UNEP Governing Council
  3. (c) UNESCO World Heritage Committee
  4. (d) UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Council
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Council

Topic: International Environmental Organizations
InNovember 2025, Oman joined theUNESCO Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Council.
The MAB Programme promotes sustainable development and biodiversity conservation through biosphere reserves.
This membership strengthens Oman's role in global environmental governance and conservation efforts.
Answer: Option 4 → UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Council
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 25 March 2026 Shift 2 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q128. In November 2025, India and Israel signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Defence Cooperation during which meeting?

  1. (a) 20th Indo-Israel Defence Forum
  2. (b) 14th Strategic Defence Summit
  3. (c) 17th India–Israel Joint Working Group (JWG) meeting
  4. (d) 10th India–Israel Defence Dialogue
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 17th India–Israel Joint Working Group (JWG) meeting

Topic: India-Israel Defence Cooperation (November 2025)
The MoU on Defence Cooperation was signed during the17th India–Israel Joint Working Group (JWG) meeting.
The JWG is the primary bilateral mechanism for defence cooperation between India and Israel.
This meeting focused on strengthening defence ties and strategic partnership.
Answer: Option 3 → 17th India–Israel Joint Working Group (JWG) meeting
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 25 March 2026 Shift 2 · Global events and elections

Q129. Who made history in November 2025 as the first Muslim and South Asian American elected Lieutenant Governor of Virginia?

  1. (a) Pramila Jayapal
  2. (b) Ghazala Hashmi
  3. (c) Suhas Subramanyam
  4. (d) Zeeshan Siddiqui
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Ghazala Hashmi

Topic: Current Affairs - US Politics 2025
Ghazala Hashmimade history in November 2025.
She became the first Muslim and South Asian American elected asLieutenant Governor of Virginia.
She is a former Virginia State Senator and educator.
Answer: Option 2 → Ghazala Hashmi
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 25 March 2026 Shift 3 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q130. Which treaty was signed on 17 July 2025 between the United Kingdom and Germany, marking their first bilateral treaty since the Second World War?

  1. (a) Lancaster House 2.0
  2. (b) Northwood Declaration
  3. (c) Kensington Treaty
  4. (d) Maastricht Treaty
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Kensington Treaty

Topic:UK-Germany Bilateral Treaty (2025)
TheKensington Treatywas signed on 17 July 2025.
This historic agreement marked the first bilateral treaty
between the United Kingdom and Germany since World War II.
The treaty focuses on defense cooperation, trade relations,
and strategic partnership between the two nations.
Answer: Option 3 → Kensington Treaty
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 25 March 2026 Shift 3 · Global events and elections

Q131. Who among the following became the first female President of Namibia in March 2025?

  1. (a) Joyce Banda
  2. (b) Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah
  3. (c) Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
  4. (d) Saara Kuugongelwa
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah

Topic: Current Affairs - Namibia President 2025
Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwahbecame Namibia's first female President in March 2025.
She is a member of SWAPO (South West Africa People's Organisation).
Previously served as Vice President and Minister of International Relations.
Other options: Joyce Banda (Malawi), Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (Liberia), Saara Kuugongelwa (former PM of Namibia).
Answer: Option 2 → Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 24 March 2026 Shift 1 · Summits and conferences

Q132. Space Summit 2026, a specially curated two-day elite conference held on 2–3 February 2026, took place in which of the following countries?

  1. (a) United States
  2. (b) United Arab Emirates
  3. (c) Singapore
  4. (d) India
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Singapore

Space Summit 2026
Event: Elite two-day conference on space industry
Date: 2–3 February 2026
Location:Singapore
The summit focused on global space collaboration,
innovation, and commercial space opportunities.
Answer: Option 3 → Singapore
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 24 March 2026 Shift 2 · Summits and conferences

Q133. Which city hosted the 7th Future Food Forum 2025 focused on food security and sustainability?

  1. (a) Riyadh
  2. (b) Dubai
  3. (c) Singapore
  4. (d) New Delhi
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Dubai

7th Future Food Forum 2025
Event: Future Food Forum 2025 (7th edition)
Focus: Food security and sustainability
Host City:Dubai, UAE
The forum brought together global leaders, policymakers,
and industry experts to discuss innovations in food systems.
Answer: Option 2 → Dubai
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 24 March 2026 Shift 2 · International organisations - current

Q134. Which city hosted the signing of the first universal legal framework to combat the escalating threat of cybercrime worldwide, when 72 nations signed the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime?

  1. (a) Hanoi
  2. (b) Vienna
  3. (c) New York
  4. (d) Geneva
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Hanoi

UN Convention against Cybercrime
The first universal legal framework to combat cybercrime was signed inHanoi, Vietnamin 2024.
72 nations signed theUnited Nations Convention against Cybercrimeat this historic event.
This convention aims to strengthen international cooperation against cyber threats and digital crimes.
Answer: Option 1 → Hanoi
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 24 March 2026 Shift 3 · Summits and conferences

Q135. What was the theme of the 16th session of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD16) held in Geneva in October 2025?

  1. (a) Climate Action for a Sustainable Future
  2. (b) Promoting global trade and financial stability
  3. (c) Shaping the future: Driving economic transformation for equitable, inclusive and sustainable development
  4. (d) Advancing technology and innovation for sustainable economies
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Shaping the future: Driving economic transformation for equitable, inclusive and sustainable development

UNCTAD16 Conference Details:
Event: 16th United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Time: October 2025
Theme:Shaping the future: Driving economic transformation for equitable, inclusive and sustainable development
Focus: Economic transformation with emphasis on equity, inclusion, and sustainability in global trade and development.
Answer: Option 3 → Shaping the future: Driving economic transformation for equitable, inclusive and sustainable development
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 22 March 2026 Shift 1 · Global events and elections

Q136. In 2025, Bagram Air Base, the largest air base mentioned in the news after U.S. President Donald Trump’s bid to retake it, is located in which country?

  1. (a) Afghanistan
  2. (b) Uzbekistan
  3. (c) Iran
  4. (d) Pakistan
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Afghanistan

Topic: Bagram Air Base - Current Affairs 2025
Key Facts:
Bagram Air Base is located inAfghanistan, about 40 km north of Kabul.
It was the largest U.S. military base in Afghanistan during the 20-year war.
The U.S. withdrew from Bagram in July 2021, and it fell to the Taliban.
In 2025, President Trump expressed interest in retaking control of the base.
Answer: Option 1 → Afghanistan
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 22 March 2026 Shift 1 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q137. In January 2025, Algeria signed a memorandum of understanding with the United States that focuses on _____.

  1. (a) agricultural cooperation
  2. (b) military cooperation
  3. (c) educational cooperation
  4. (d) healthcare cooperation
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) military cooperation

Algeria-US MoU (January 2025)
Algeria and the United States signed a memorandum of understanding in January 2025.
The agreement focuses onmilitary cooperationbetween the two nations.
This includes defense collaboration, security partnerships, and strategic military ties.
Answer: Option 2 → military cooperation
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 22 March 2026 Shift 2 · Global events and elections

Q138. Which of the following is the name of the Ethiopian volcano that erupted in November 2025?

  1. (a) Melissa
  2. (b) Erta Ale
  3. (c) Nyiragongo
  4. (d) Hayli Gubbi
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Hayli Gubbi

Topic: Current Affairs - November 2025
Hayli Gubbivolcano in Ethiopia erupted in November 2025.
Located in the Afar region of northeastern Ethiopia.
Part of the East African Rift System volcanic zone.
Note:Erta Aleis also an Ethiopian volcano but did not erupt in November 2025.
Answer: Option 4 → Hayli Gubbi
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 22 March 2026 Shift 3 · International organisations - current

Q139. In 2025, India was re-elected to the Council of which organization for the 2026–27 term under Category B?

  1. (a) International Maritime Organization (IMO)
  2. (b) International Seabed Authority
  3. (c) International Civil Aviation Organization
  4. (d) World Trade Organization
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) International Maritime Organization (IMO)

Topic:International Maritime Organization (IMO)
Key Facts:
India re-elected to IMO Council for 2026-27 term
Election held in 2025 underCategory B
Category B: States with largest interest in international seaborne trade
IMO is UN specialized agency for maritime safety and shipping
Answer: Option 1 → International Maritime Organization (IMO)
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 22 March 2026 Shift 3 · International organisations - current

Q140. In 2025, which city hosted the 3rd Council Meeting of the International Organization for Marine Aids to Navigation (IALA), organised by the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships?

  1. (a) Visakhapatnam
  2. (b) Kolkata
  3. (c) Mumbai
  4. (d) Chennai
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Mumbai

Topic: International Organization for Marine Aids to Navigation (IALA)
Key Facts:
• IALA 3rd Council Meeting held in 2025
• Organized by Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships (DGLL)
• Host city: Mumbai, Maharashtra
• IALA promotes safe and efficient maritime navigation worldwide
Answer: Option 3 → Mumbai
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 19 March 2026 Shift 1 · International organisations - current

Q141. In 2025, which multilateral development bank signed five loan agreements with India, including a US$ 650 million loan to support the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana?

  1. (a) World Bank
  2. (b) New Development Bank (NDB)
  3. (c) Asian Development Bank (ADB)
  4. (d) Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Asian Development Bank (ADB)

Topic: Multilateral Development Banks & India
Asian Development Bank (ADB)signed five loan agreements with India in 2025.
Key agreement:US$ 650 million loanforPradhan Mantri Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana.
This scheme promotes rooftop solar installations for households.
ADB is a major development partner for India's infrastructure and renewable energy projects.
Answer: Option 3 → Asian Development Bank (ADB)
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 19 March 2026 Shift 2 · International organisations - current

Q142. When was the second edition of the RESPECT women prevention framework launched in 2025?

  1. (a) 10 December
  2. (b) 25 November
  3. (c) 19 November
  4. (d) 8 March
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 19 November

Topic:RESPECT Women Prevention Framework
The second edition of the RESPECT women prevention
framework was launched by WHO on19 November 2025.
This framework aims to prevent violence against women
through evidence-based strategies and interventions.
Answer: Option 3 → 19 November
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 19 March 2026 Shift 3 · Summits and conferences

Q143. Which country hosted the 68 ᵗʰ Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in October 2025?

  1. (a) Australia
  2. (b) Ghana
  3. (c) Barbados
  4. (d) Canada
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Barbados

68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC)
Held in October 2025 in Bridgetown, Barbados.
The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) organizes this annual conference for parliamentarians from Commonwealth nations.
Barbados, a Caribbean island nation, hosted this significant parliamentary gathering.
Answer: Option 3 → Barbados
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 19 March 2026 Shift 3 · Global events and elections

Q144. In 2025, the historic live underwater interview highlighting ocean conservation and climate risks was conducted by the President of which country?

  1. (a) Palau
  2. (b) Fiji
  3. (c) Seychelles
  4. (d) Maldives
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Palau

Topic: Current Affairs 2025 - Ocean Conservation
In 2025,President Surangel Whipps Jr. of Palauconducted a historic live underwater interview.
Purpose: Highlight ocean conservation efforts and climate change risks facing Pacific island nations.
Palau is known for its strong marine protection policies and environmental advocacy.
Answer: Option 1 → Palau
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 18 March 2026 Shift 3 · Summits and conferences

Q145. Which organization concluded its 46ᵗʰ summit in Manama, where leaders adopted the Sakhir Declaration, reaffirming their commitment to deeper political, security, and economic integration?

  1. (a) Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)
  2. (b) Arab League
  3. (c) Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC)
  4. (d) United Nations (UN)
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)

Key Facts:
1. The 46th GCC Summit was held in Manama, Bahrain in December 2025.
2. Leaders adopted theSakhir Declarationat this summit.
3. The declaration reaffirmed commitment to deeper political, security, and economic integration among member states.
4. GCC members: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman.
Answer: Option 1 → Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 18 March 2026 Shift 3 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q146. On November 20, 2025, India signed the Terms of Reference ( ToR ) to initiate negotiations for a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement with which country?

  1. (a) Israel
  2. (b) Australia
  3. (c) United Arab Emirates
  4. (d) Canada
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Israel

India-Israel Free Trade Agreement (FTA)
OnNovember 20, 2025, India signed the Terms of Reference ( ToR ) withIsraelto begin negotiations for a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement.
This marks a significant step in strengthening bilateral trade relations between the two nations.
The FTA aims to boost trade in goods, services, and investment cooperation.
Answer: Option 1 → Israel
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 17 March 2026 Shift 1 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q147. Which three countries formed the ACITI Partnership announced in November 2025?

  1. (a) Canada, USA, India
  2. (b) India, Australia, Canada
  3. (c) Australia, Japan, Canada
  4. (d) India, UK, Australia
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) India, Australia, Canada

ACITI = Australia-Canada-India Trilateral Initiative
Focus: Critical minerals, clean energy, technology cooperation
Three member countries: India, Australia, Canada
Answer: Option 2 → India, Australia, Canada
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 17 March 2026 Shift 1 · International organisations - current

Q148. Which 2025 event by the United Nations highlights that member states continue to ratify a variety of multilateral treaties across human rights, the environment, penal law, and the law of the sea, among others?

  1. (a) UN Ocean Conference
  2. (b) Paris Climate Summit
  3. (c) 2025 Treaty Event
  4. (d) UN Biodiversity Summit
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 2025 Treaty Event

The UN organizes periodic Treaty Events where member states
gather to ratify or accede to multilateral treaties.
The2025 Treaty Eventfocuses on treaties covering:
• Human rights
• Environmental protection
• Penal law
• Law of the sea
This event encourages universal participation in UN treaties
and strengthens international legal frameworks.
Answer: Option 3 → 2025 Treaty Event
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 17 March 2026 Shift 2 · Summits and conferences

Q149. In which city was the World Conference on Cultural Policies and Sustainable Development – MONDIACULT 2025 held?

  1. (a) Paris, France
  2. (b) Rome, Italy
  3. (c) Barcelona, Spain
  4. (d) Madrid, Spain
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Barcelona, Spain

MONDIACULT 2025
Full Name: World Conference on Cultural Policies and Sustainable Development
Host City:Barcelona, Spain
Organized by: UNESCO
Focus: Cultural policies, sustainable development, and heritage preservation
Answer: Option 3 → Barcelona, Spain
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 16 March 2026 Shift 1 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q150. What was the main purpose of the India–MERCOSUR Preferential Trade Agreement discussions held in New Delhi on 16 October 2025?

  1. (a) To promote trade and investment
  2. (b) To establish a common currency
  3. (c) To coordinate defense policies
  4. (d) To standardize education systems
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) To promote trade and investment

Key fact 1: India and MERCOSUR nations (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay) discussed preferential trade terms.
Key fact 2: Focus was on reducing tariffs and expanding bilateral trade and investment opportunities.
Key fact 3: Such agreements aim to boost economic cooperation and market access between blocs.
Answer: Option 1 → To promote trade and investment
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 16 March 2026 Shift 1 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q151. When was the India European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) signed, which came into effect on 1 October 2025?

  1. (a) March 2024
  2. (b) January 2025
  3. (c) August 2024
  4. (d) September 2025
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) March 2024

Key fact 1: India and EFTA nations (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland) signed the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) in March 2024.
Key fact 2: The agreement came into effect on 1 October 2025 after ratification by all parties.
Key fact 3: EFTA is a regional trade bloc separate from EU, facilitating bilateral trade with India.
Answer: Option 1 → March 2024
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 16 March 2026 Shift 2 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q152. During PM Narendra Modi’s State Visit to Bhutan (11–12 Nov 2025), which hydroelectric project was jointly inaugurated?

  1. (a) 1200 MW Punatsangchhu -I HEP
  2. (b) 720 MW Mangdechhu HEP
  3. (c) 1020 MW Punatsangchhu -II HEP
  4. (d) 336 MW Chukha HEP
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 1020 MW Punatsangchhu -II HEP

PM Modi visited Bhutan on 11–12 November 2025 (his first bilateral visit in his third term).
During the visit, the 1020 MW Punatsangchhu -II Hydroelectric Project was jointly inaugurated.
Key Facts for Exam:
• Punatsangchhu -II is located on the Punatsangchhu River in Bhutan.
• It is a run-of-river project developed under India-Bhutan bilateral cooperation.
• India provides financial and technical support for Bhutan's hydro projects.
• Other major projects: 336 MW Chukha HEP, 720 MW Mangdechhu HEP, Punatsangchhu -I (1200 MW, still under construction).
• Mangdechhu was inaugurated in 2019.
Answer: Option 3 → 1020 MW Punatsangchhu -II HEP
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 16 March 2026 Shift 2 · International organisations - current

Q153. In 2025, which country officially became the 90th State Member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)?

  1. (a) Tuvalu
  2. (b) Nauru
  3. (c) Kiribati
  4. (d) Maldives
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Tuvalu

In 2025, Tuvalu officially became the 90th State Member of the IUCN.
Key Facts about IUCN:
• Founded: 1948 (oldest and largest global environmental organisation ).
• Headquarters: Gland, Switzerland.
• Publishes the IUCN Red List — global standard for threatened species.
• Categories: Extinct, Critically Endangered, Endangered, Vulnerable, Near Threatened, Least Concern.
• India joined IUCN in 1969.
• Tuvalu is a small island nation in the Pacific Ocean.
Answer: Option 1 → Tuvalu
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 16 March 2026 Shift 2 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q154. Which of the following was the primary objectives of the India-Liberia MoU signed in December 2025?

  1. (a) Initiating joint space missions
  2. (b) Enhancing co-operation on medicine quality standards
  3. (c) Constructing new highways
  4. (d) Establishing defense manufacturing units
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Enhancing co-operation on medicine quality standards

Primary objective: Enhancing cooperation on medicine quality standards.
Context:
• Liberia is a West African country.
• The MoU was signed to improve pharmaceutical quality assurance systems.
• India is a major global supplier of generic medicines (Pharmacy of the World).
• This cooperation aims to help Liberia strengthen its drug quality framework.
Answer: Option 2 → Enhancing cooperation on medicine quality standards.
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 16 March 2026 Shift 3 · Summits and conferences

Q155. In 2025, the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine officially began on 17 December in which city?

  1. (a) Bangkok
  2. (b) New Delhi
  3. (c) Beijing
  4. (d) Geneva
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) New Delhi

The 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine officially began on
17 December 2025 in NEW DELHI, India.
Key Facts:
• Organised by WHO and Government of India (Ministry of AYUSH).
• First WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine was held in Gandhinagar, India in 2023.
• India is a global leader in traditional medicine systems:
Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, Homeopathy (AYUSH).
Answer: Option 2 → New Delhi
RRB Technician Grade III 2025-26 – 10 March 2026 Shift 3 · Summits and conferences

Q156. PM Modi unveils how many Global Initiatives at the G20 Johannesburg Summit 2025?

  1. (a) Four
  2. (b) Six
  3. (c) Five
  4. (d) Seven
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Six

At the G20 Johannesburg Summit 2025, PM Modi unveiled six Global Initiatives.
These initiatives aim to strengthen global cooperation and development.
The number of initiatives announced is six, as confirmed by official G20 communications.
RRB Technician Grade III 2025-26 – 6 March 2026 Shift 2 · International organisations - current

Q157. Which country has requested WTO dispute consultations with India regarding certain Indian measures in the automotive and renewable energy sectors?

  1. (a) Brazil
  2. (b) America
  3. (c) China
  4. (d) England
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) China

Correct option: 3
China has requested WTO dispute consultations with India.
The dispute concerns Indian measures affecting automotive and renewable energy sectors.
This is a recently reported trade dispute in international economic relations.
Hence, the answer is China.
This closes the answer.
SSC MTS 2025 – 19 February 2026 Shift 3 · International organisations - current

Q158. In June 2025, _____ nations has launched first-ever "at Sea Observer Mission" to boost Maritime cooperation.

  1. (a) QUAD
  2. (b) BIMSTEC
  3. (c) SAARC
  4. (d) BRICS
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) QUAD

Correct Answer: QUAD (Option 1)
In June 2025, the QUAD nations — USA, India, Japan, and Australia — launched the first-ever 'at Sea Observer Mission' to enhance maritime cooperation, transparency, and security in the Indo-Pacific region. QUAD (Quadrilateral Security Dialogue) is a strategic grouping focused on maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 2 – BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) is a regional group but was not associated with this mission.
Option 3 – SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) has been largely inactive and is not connected to this maritime initiative.
Option 4 – BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) is an economic grouping, not a maritime security alliance.
SSC MTS 2025 – 17 February 2026 Shift 1 · Summits and conferences

Q159. What is the theme of 'TRIPS 2025' summit?

  1. (a) Bridging Research, Innovation, and Policy for a Sustainable Future
  2. (b) Quantum Computing Advancements
  3. (c) AI in Healthcare
  4. (d) Renewable Energy Solutions
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Bridging Research, Innovation, and Policy for a Sustainable Future

The theme of the TRIPS 2025 summit is 'Bridging Research, Innovation, and Policy for a Sustainable Future'. The other options — Quantum Computing Advancements, AI in Healthcare, and Renewable Energy Solutions — are not the correct theme of this summit.
SSC MTS 2025 – 13 February 2026 Shift 2 · Summits and conferences

Q160. The Prime Minister of which of the following countries was the chief guest of the 10th edition of the Raisina Dialogue?

  1. (a) Brazil
  2. (b) New Zealand
  3. (c) Italy
  4. (d) France
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) New Zealand

The 10th edition of the Raisina Dialogue was held in January 2025. The Prime Minister of New Zealand, Christopher Luxon, was the chief guest at this edition. The Raisina Dialogue is India's flagship conference on geopolitics and geoeconomics, organised by the Ministry of External Affairs and the Observer Research Foundation (ORF).
Why other options are incorrect:
- Brazil: The Brazilian PM was not the chief guest at the 10th Raisina Dialogue.
- Italy: Italy's leader was not the chief guest of this edition.
- France: France's PM was not the chief guest of the 10th Raisina Dialogue.
SSC MTS 2025 – 11 February 2026 Shift 2 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q161. In April 2025, India ended the transshipment facility for which of the following neighbouring country for exports?

  1. (a) Bangladesh
  2. (b) Nepal
  3. (c) Bhutan
  4. (d) Pakistan
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Bangladesh

The correct answer is Bangladesh (Option 1). In April 2025, India revoked the transshipment facility it had been providing to Bangladesh, which allowed Bangladeshi goods to transit through Indian ports, airports, and land customs stations for export to third countries. This decision came amid diplomatic tensions between India and Bangladesh. Options 2 (Nepal), 3 (Bhutan), and 4 (Pakistan) are incorrect.
SSC MTS 2025 – 9 February 2026 Shift 3 · Summits and conferences

Q162. The 7th Asia-Pacific Regional Committee of the International Solar Alliance was held at _____.

  1. (a) Bangkok
  2. (b) New Delhi
  3. (c) Colombo
  4. (d) Male
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Colombo

Correct Answer: 3 – Colombo.
The 7th Asia-Pacific Regional Committee meeting of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) was held in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The ISA is an international organisation co-founded by India and France, with the mission to promote solar energy deployment across member nations, particularly in regions with abundant solar resources.
Bangkok (Option 1) is incorrect.
New Delhi (Option 2) is incorrect for the 7th meeting – the candidate had wrongly selected this.
Male (Option 4) is incorrect.
SSC MTS 2025 – 6 February 2026 Shift 3 · Global events and elections

Q163. In March 2025, which country's government was accused of using a 'sonic weapon' against protestors, a device that emits painful sound waves?

  1. (a) Serbia
  2. (b) Egypt
  3. (c) Greece
  4. (d) Madagascar
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Serbia

Correct Answer: 1 (Serbia)
In March 2025, Serbia's government faced allegations of using a sonic weapon (Long Range Acoustic Device / LRAD) against protestors. Large-scale protests were taking place in Serbia at the time, and demonstrators reported experiencing sudden dizziness, nausea, and disorientation, consistent with the effects of sonic/acoustic weapons.
Option 2 (Egypt) is incorrect - Egypt was not reported to have used sonic weapons against protestors in March 2025.
Option 3 (Greece) is incorrect.
Option 4 (Madagascar) is incorrect - the candidate chose this wrong option.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 3 January 2026 Shift 3 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q164. During a high-level diplomatic visit in February 2025, which dignitary holding the title of 'Amir' was received in India by the Prime Minister?

  1. (a) Amir of Bahrain
  2. (b) Amir of Kuwait
  3. (c) Amir of Qatar
  4. (d) Amir of Oman
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Amir of Qatar

In February 2025, the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, visited India for high-level diplomatic talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, strengthening bilateral ties in energy, trade, and strategic matters.
(a) Incorrect: The Amir of Bahrain did not visit India for this particular diplomatic event in February 2025.
(b) Incorrect: The Amir of Kuwait visits India occasionally but was not the dignitary received in this specific February 2025 visit.
(c) Incorrect: Oman's head of state holds the title Sultan, not Amir, and was not the visiting dignitary in this instance.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 29 December 2025 Shift 2 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q165. The Prime Minister of New Zealand who visited India in March 2025 and held bilateral discussions with the President of India was?

  1. (a) Jacinda Ardern
  2. (b) Christopher Luxon
  3. (c) Winston Peters
  4. (d) Helen Clark
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Christopher Luxon

Christopher Luxon, the Prime Minister of New Zealand, visited India in March 2025. During his visit, he held discussions aimed at strengthening India-New Zealand bilateral ties in areas of trade, education, tourism, and people-to-people connectivity. Luxon became PM of New Zealand in December 2023.
(a) Incorrect: Jacinda Ardern resigned as New Zealand PM in January 2023 and was not PM during the March 2025 visit.
(c) Incorrect: Winston Peters is the Deputy Prime Minister of New Zealand, not the PM.
(d) Incorrect: Helen Clark was New Zealand PM from 1999–2008; she was not PM in 2025.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 29 December 2025 Shift 3 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q166. During his visit to India in February 2025, which former Australian Prime Minister toured the NAFED Millet Experience Centre in New Delhi as part of an agri-food diplomacy initiative?

  1. (a) Scott Morrison
  2. (b) Kevin Rudd
  3. (c) Anthony John Abbott
  4. (d) Malcolm Turnbull
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Anthony John Abbott

Former Australian Prime Minister Anthony John Abbott (Tony Abbott, PM 2013-2015) visited the NAFED Millet Experience Centre in New Delhi in February 2025 as part of an agri-food diplomacy initiative, underscoring India-Australia agricultural cooperation and India's leadership in promoting millets globally.
(a) Incorrect: Scott Morrison served as Australian PM from 2018-2022; he did not make this visit.
(b) Incorrect: Kevin Rudd was PM in 2007-2010 and 2013; he later served as Australia's Ambassador to the US.
(d) Incorrect: Malcolm Turnbull served as PM from 2015-2018; he did not make this specific visit.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 20 December 2025 Shift 2 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q167. Which two leaders visited Gurdwara Rakab Ganj Sahib in New Delhi in March 2025?

  1. (a) Narendra Modi and Anthony Albanese
  2. (b) Narendra Modi and Christopher Luxon
  3. (c) Narendra Modi and Rishi Sunak
  4. (d) Narendra Modi and Justin Trudeau
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Narendra Modi and Christopher Luxon

PM Narendra Modi and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon visited Gurdwara Rakab Ganj Sahib in New Delhi in March 2025 during Luxon's official visit to India, paying their respects at the historic Sikh shrine. Option 2 is correct.
Option 1 is wrong: Anthony Albanese is the Prime Minister of Australia; his visit to India did not include the Gurdwara Rakab Ganj Sahib visit in March 2025.
Option 3 is wrong: Rishi Sunak served as Prime Minister of the UK until the July 2024 general election, after which Labour's Keir Starmer became PM; Sunak was not PM during March 2025.
Option 4 is wrong: Justin Trudeau resigned as PM of Canada in January 2025; Mark Carney became PM afterwards. Trudeau was not in a position to visit India as PM in March 2025.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 18 December 2025 Shift 2 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q168. Who is the Prime Minister of New Zealand whose March 2025 visit to India helped accelerate the FTA process?

  1. (a) Jacinda Ardern
  2. (b) Chris Hipkins
  3. (c) Christopher Luxon
  4. (d) Winston Peters
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Christopher Luxon

Christopher Luxon is the Prime Minister of New Zealand who visited India in March 2025, and his visit helped accelerate the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations between India and New Zealand. Luxon became New Zealand's PM in December 2023 after his National Party won the October 2023 elections. The India-New Zealand FTA has been under negotiation and the March 2025 visit gave significant momentum to the process.
Option 1 is incorrect: Jacinda Ardern resigned as New Zealand PM in January 2023 and was replaced by Chris Hipkins; she was not PM during the March 2025 India visit.
Option 2 is incorrect: Chris Hipkins succeeded Jacinda Ardern and was PM from January to October 2023 when National Party won the election; he was not PM during the March 2025 visit.
Option 4 is incorrect: Winston Peters serves as Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister in Christopher Luxon's government but is not the Prime Minister of New Zealand.
SSC CPO Paper-1 2025 – 12 December 2025 Shift 1 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q169. Which of the following statements about the India-Nepal WASH MoU is/are correct?
1) It includes real-time glacial runoff tracking and privatized sanitation benchmarks.
2) It covers groundwater management, capacity building, and technology sharing.

  1. (a) Only 1 is correct
  2. (b) Only 2 is correct
  3. (c) Both 1 and 2 are correct
  4. (d) Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Only 2 is correct

Correct Answer: Only 2 is correct (Option 2)
The India-Nepal WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) MoU focuses on cooperation in water and sanitation sectors.
Statement 1 is INCORRECT: Real-time glacial runoff tracking and privatized sanitation benchmarks are not components of the India-Nepal WASH MoU. The MoU does not include privatized sanitation benchmarks.
Statement 2 is CORRECT: The India-Nepal WASH MoU covers groundwater management, capacity building for water and sanitation infrastructure, and technology sharing between the two countries. These are the core pillars of the WASH cooperation framework.
Therefore, only Statement 2 is correct.
SSC CPO Paper-1 2025 – 12 December 2025 Shift 2 · International organisations - current

Q170. Which city hosted the 47th Board of Directors Meeting of the New Development Bank (NDB) on May 30, 2025?

  1. (a) Beijing
  2. (b) Johannesburg
  3. (c) Shanghai
  4. (d) Brasilia
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Shanghai

Correct: Shanghai.
The New Development Bank (BRICS Bank) is headquartered in Shanghai, China. The 47th Board of Directors Meeting was held in Shanghai on May 30, 2025. The NDB was established by BRICS nations to fund infrastructure and sustainable development projects.
Note: This question was Not Answered by the candidate.
SSC CPO Paper-1 2025 – 11 December 2025 Shift 1 · Summits and conferences

Q171. Where was the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting held on 1 July 2025?

  1. (a) Canberra, Australia
  2. (b) New Delhi, India
  3. (c) Tokyo, Japan
  4. (d) Washington, USA
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Washington, USA

Correct Answer: Washington, USA (Option 4)
The Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting on 1 July 2025 was held in Washington, D.C., USA. The Quad (Quadrilateral Security Dialogue) comprises India, USA, Australia, and Japan. The meeting was hosted by the United States Secretary of State.
Canberra, New Delhi, and Tokyo are capitals of other Quad member nations but did not host this particular meeting.
SSC Stenographer 2025 – 6 December 2025 Shift 1 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q172. Which of the following is the main reason that Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Mr. Michal Spiczko , President of the Kabaddi Federation of Poland?

  1. (a) To appreciate his efforts in promoting Kabaddi in Europe
  2. (b) To sign a trade agreement between India and Poland
  3. (c) To congratulate him on Poland’s football achievements
  4. (d) To discuss military cooperation through sports
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) To appreciate his efforts in promoting Kabaddi in Europe

The correct answer is to appreciate his efforts in promoting Kabaddi in Europe . Kabaddi, a traditional Indian sport, has gained international recognition in recent years, especially through leagues like Pro Kabaddi League and international federations. Mr. Michal Spiczko , as the President of the Kabaddi Federation of Poland, has been working actively to popularise Kabaddi in Europe by organizing tournaments and encouraging youth participation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting was meant to acknowledge and appreciate these contributions, strengthening cultural ties between India and Europe through sports diplomacy. The other options such as trade agreements, football, or military cooperation were not the purpose of this specific meeting.
SSC Stenographer 2025 – 6 December 2025 Shift 3 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q173. Who was invited as the chief guest for India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations on January 26, 2025?

  1. (a) Joko Widodo
  2. (b) Prabowo Subianto
  3. (c) Anwar Ibrahim
  4. (d) Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Prabowo Subianto

For the 76th Republic Day celebrations of India on 26th January 2025 , Prabowo Subianto , the President-elect of Indonesia, was invited as the chief guest. Republic Day has a tradition of inviting a foreign leader as the guest of honour , symbolising India’s strong diplomatic ties. The invitation to Prabowo highlights the importance of India–Indonesia relations, especially in the Indo-Pacific region where both countries are strategic partners.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 29 November 2025 Shift 2 · Summits and conferences

Q174. In July 2025, the 17th BRICS Summit was held in which of the following country?

  1. (a) South Africa
  2. (b) Russia
  3. (c) India
  4. (d) Brazil
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Brazil

The 17th BRICS Summit was held in Brazil in July 2025. Brazil held the BRICS chairmanship in 2025 and hosted the annual summit. BRICS is an association of five major emerging economies: Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, which has now expanded to include more member nations.
South Africa hosted the 15th BRICS Summit in 2023.
Russia hosted the 16th BRICS Summit in 2024.
India hosted the G20 Summit in 2023.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 28 November 2025 Shift 2 · Summits and conferences

Q175. Where was the BIMSTEC Summit held in April 2025?

  1. (a) India
  2. (b) Bangladesh
  3. (c) Bhutan
  4. (d) Thailand
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Thailand

The 6th BIMSTEC Summit was held in Bangkok, Thailand in April 2025. BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) includes 7 member states: Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
India, Bangladesh, and Bhutan are also BIMSTEC members but were not the host of this summit.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 21 November 2025 Shift 1 · Summits and conferences

Q176. The 16th Islamic Summit of the OIC will be held in _____ in 2026.

  1. (a) Azerbaijan
  2. (b) Gambia
  3. (c) Indonesia
  4. (d) Morocco
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Azerbaijan

The 16th Islamic Summit of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) is scheduled to be held in Azerbaijan in 2026. The OIC is an international organization consisting of 57 member states, representing the collective voice of the Muslim world. Why other options are wrong: Option 2 - Gambia: Not the host country for the 16th OIC Islamic Summit in 2026. Option 3 - Indonesia: While Indonesia is a large OIC member, it is not the designated host for this summit. Option 4 - Morocco: Not designated as the host for the 16th OIC Summit in 2026.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 19 November 2025 Shift 2 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q177. In May 2024, India signed a 10 year contract with _____ for the operation of Chabahar Port.

  1. (a) Pakistan
  2. (b) Iran
  3. (c) Bangladesh
  4. (d) Yemen
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Iran

Correct Answer: Iran (Option 2)
In May 2024, India signed a 10-year contract with Iran for the operation and development of the Shahid Beheshti terminal at Chabahar Port. The agreement was signed between India Ports Global Limited (IPGL) and the Port and Maritime Organization (PMO) of Iran. Chabahar Port is strategically important as it gives India direct access to Afghanistan and Central Asia, bypassing Pakistan.
Why others are wrong:
Option 1 - Pakistan: Chabahar Port is in Iran, not Pakistan; India cannot sign such a contract with Pakistan for this port.
Option 3 - Bangladesh: Chabahar Port is in Iran's Sistan-Baluchestan province; Bangladesh has no role here.
Option 4 - Yemen: Yemen is not associated with Chabahar Port.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 18 November 2025 Shift 1 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q178. In March 2025, Operation Brahma was launched to assist earthquake hit _____.

  1. (a) Bangladesh
  2. (b) Myanmar
  3. (c) Nepal
  4. (d) Turkey
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Myanmar

Operation Brahma was launched by India in March 2025 to provide humanitarian assistance to Myanmar, which was devastated by a massive earthquake. India sent rescue teams, relief materials, and medical aid as part of its ' Neighbourhood First' policy and disaster relief efforts. Why other options are wrong: Option 1 - Bangladesh: Not affected by the earthquake that triggered Operation Brahma. Option 3 - Nepal: Although Nepal has faced earthquakes in the past, this particular operation was for Myanmar. Option 4 - Turkey: Turkey experienced major earthquakes in 2023; Operation Brahma is not related to Turkey.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 17 November 2025 Shift 2 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q179. In July 2025, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said the Kaladan project between India and Myanmar will be operational by _____.

  1. (a) 2027
  2. (b) 2026
  3. (c) 2028
  4. (d) 2029
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 2027

Correct Answer: 2027 (Option 1)
The Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project (KMMTTP) connects Kolkata port with Sittwe port in Myanmar and further to Mizoram via the Kaladan river and a road link. In July 2025, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal stated the project would be made fully operational by 2027.
Options 2026, 2028, and 2029 do not match the minister's stated timeline.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 21 September 2025 Shift 3 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q180. Who among the following was the Chief Guest at India's Republic Day celebrations in 2025?

  1. (a) Joe Biden
  2. (b) H.E. Prabowo Subianto
  3. (c) Emmanuel Macron
  4. (d) Fumio Kishida
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) H.E. Prabowo Subianto

The Chief Guest at India's 76th Republic Day (26 January 2025) was H.E. Prabowo Subianto, the President of Indonesia.
Joe Biden, Emmanuel Macron and Fumio Kishida were not Chief Guests in 2025.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 19 September 2025 Shift 1 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q181. Examine the statements below and select the most appropriate option.
Assertion(A): India's Dornier aircraft aid and OCC role show a shift in its development partnership with Sri Lanka towards defence focus.
Reason(R): President Disanayaka declined India's maritime security assistance and requested only cultural and financial cooperation.

  1. (a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
  2. (b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
  3. (c) A is false, but R is true
  4. (d) A is true, but R is false
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) A is true, but R is false

India's Dornier aircraft transfer and Operational Coordination Centre (OCC) role reflect a defence-oriented partnership — A is true.
Sri Lanka has, in fact, welcomed maritime security cooperation rather than declining it — R is false.
Hence A is true, but R is false.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 16 September 2025 Shift 2 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q182. Which 2024 India-Bangladesh energy project involves a 765 kV cross-border transmission line to boost hydroelectric trade across multiple countries?

  1. (a) Agartala- Parbotipur -Guwahati Transmission Grid
  2. (b) Katihar- Parbotipur - Bornagar Interconnection Project
  3. (c) Jalpaiguri-Chattogram Power Corridor
  4. (d) Siliguri- Bogura -Mymensingh HVDC Link
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Katihar- Parbotipur - Bornagar Interconnection Project

• Current Affairs 2024 - Energy:
• The Katihar- Parbotipur - Bornagar Interconnection Project is a significant energy cooperation initiative between India and Bangladesh.
• It involves a 765 kV high-capacity cross-border transmission line.
• The project boosts hydroelectric power trade across the region, including Nepal and Bhutan.
• Answer: Katihar- Parbotipur - Bornagar Interconnection Project
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 15 September 2025 Shift 1 · International organisations - current

Q183. What is the primary purpose of the BRICS Startup Knowledge Hub launched in 2025?

  1. (a) Financial trade platform
  2. (b) Startup knowledge repository
  3. (c) Cultural archive
  4. (d) Capital control system
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Startup knowledge repository

The BRICS Startup Knowledge Hub launched in 2025 is designed as a centralized digital repository of startup ecosystem information, best practices and resources for BRICS nations.
It is not a trading, cultural or capital-control platform.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 12 September 2025 Shift 2 · Summits and conferences

Q184. Which Indian political leader addressed a special session in 2025 on 'Environment, COP-30, and Global Health'?

  1. (a) Piyush Goyal
  2. (b) Hardeep Puri
  3. (c) Narendra Modi
  4. (d) S. Jaishankar
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the special session in 2025 dedicated to 'Environment, COP-30, and Global Health', highlighting India's climate commitments and One-Health approach.
The other ministers — Piyush Goyal, Hardeep Puri and S. Jaishankar — head different portfolios and were not the speakers at this session.
Hence the correct answer is Narendra Modi.
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 9 September 2025 Shift 1 · Summits and conferences

Q185. In which venue was the World Health Summit (WHS) Regional Meeting 2025 hosted for the first time in India?

  1. (a) Ashoka University, Sonipat
  2. (b) India Expo Centre, Greater Noida
  3. (c) Pragati Maidan, New Delhi
  4. (d) Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 9 September 2025 Shift 1 · Summits and conferences

Q186. In which Swiss city was the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) held in January 2025?

  1. (a) Davos
  2. (b) Vienna
  3. (c) Zurich
  4. (d) Geneva
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Davos

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 9 September 2025 Shift 1 · International organisations - current

Q187. In May 2025, India assumed the chairmanship of which regional organisation focused on productivity enhancement?

  1. (a) Asian Productivity Organization (APO)
  2. (b) Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
  3. (c) Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC)
  4. (d) South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Asian Productivity Organization (APO)

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 9 September 2025 Shift 2 · Global events and elections

Q188. Who among the following has been re-elected as the President of Ecuador in May 2025?

  1. (a) Guillermo Lasso
  2. (b) Rafael Correa
  3. (c) Daniel Noboa
  4. (d) Lenín Moreno
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Daniel Noboa

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 9 September 2025 Shift 2 · International organisations - current

Q189. Which of the following countries was elected as the President of the African-Asian Rural Development Organization for the Triennium 2025–2027 during its 21ˢᵗ General Session in February 2025?

  1. (a) Egypt
  2. (b) Indonesia
  3. (c) India
  4. (d) Bangladesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) India

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 9 September 2025 Shift 3 · Global events and elections

Q190. John Dramani Mahama has been sworn in as the President of which country in January 2025?

  1. (a) Morocco
  2. (b) South Africa
  3. (c) Kenya
  4. (d) Ghana
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Ghana

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 8 September 2025 Shift 1 · Summits and conferences

Q191. Which Indian minister highlighted India's economic growth and IT advancements at Davos 2025?

  1. (a) Ashwini Vaishnaw
  2. (b) Rajnath Singh
  3. (c) Piyush Goyal
  4. (d) Nirmala Sitharaman
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Ashwini Vaishnaw

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 8 September 2025 Shift 2 · International organisations - current

Q192. What is the primary objective of the International Organization for Mediation (IOMed), established by China in 2025?

  1. (a) To provide a platform to conduct military peacekeeping operations
  2. (b) To provide a platform for peaceful dispute resolution through mediation
  3. (c) To provide a platform to enforce international trade agreements
  4. (d) To replace the United Nations Security Council
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) To provide a platform for peaceful dispute resolution through mediation

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 8 September 2025 Shift 2 · International organisations - current

Q193. Which three countries' withdrawal was officially recognised by ECOWAS in 2025 following diplomatic tensions and military coups?

  1. (a) Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger
  2. (b) Senegal, Guinea, and Sierra Leone
  3. (c) Liberia, Côte d’Ivoire, and Benin
  4. (d) Nigeria, Ghana, and Togo
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 8 September 2025 Shift 2 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q194. The India–Chile joint statement (April 2025) announced talks toward upgrading their PTA into a comprehensive ___________.

  1. (a) Currency Union
  2. (b) Economic Partnership Agreement
  3. (c) Free Trade Agreement
  4. (d) NAFTA‑style bloc
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Economic Partnership Agreement

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 8 September 2025 Shift 3 · International organisations - current

Q195. WHO member states reached a draft legally‑binding pandemic preparedness pact on 16 April 2025, despite which major donor’s withdrawal?

  1. (a) United States
  2. (b) Germany
  3. (c) Japan
  4. (d) United Kingdom
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) United States

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 4 September 2025 Shift 1 · International organisations - current

Q196. Which of the following is the first African country to sign the International Solar Alliance (ISA) in April 2025?

  1. (a) Mauritius
  2. (b) Lesotho
  3. (c) Senegal
  4. (d) Egypt
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Mauritius

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 4 September 2025 Shift 2 · Global events and elections

Q197. Who was elected as the President of Lebanon in January 2025, ending a two-year vacancy?

  1. (a) Saad Hariri
  2. (b) Joseph Aoun
  3. (c) Hassan Diab
  4. (d) Michel Aoun
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Joseph Aoun

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 3 September 2025 Shift 1 · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q198. The United Kingdom has signed an agreement to hand over Chagos Island to which of the following countries?

  1. (a) Mauritius
  2. (b) Indonesia
  3. (c) Malaysia
  4. (d) Madagascar
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Mauritius

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 3 September 2025 Shift 1 · International organisations - current

Q199. Which country took over the Chairmanship of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) on 1 January 2025?

  1. (a) Canada
  2. (b) Australia
  3. (c) New Zealand
  4. (d) Japan
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Australia

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 3 September 2025 Shift 2 · International organisations - current

Q200. In May 2025, China announced visa-free access for all member states of which regional organisation?

  1. (a) South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)
  2. (b) Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
  3. (c) European Union (EU)
  4. (d) Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)

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