SBI PO Mains Mock Test - 1 (New Pattern) - Bank Exams MCQ

R has Apples in the box and the person to the second right of R has Peaches in the box. Possibility 1 is eliminated and possibility 2 will be left.

X and Q are sitting in front of each other in rows 2 and 3. V and T are diagonally opposite to each other and S sits in the 3rd row.

U and W have Peaches in their boxes.

A person who has Bananas in the box sits between the persons who have Apples and Peaches. Four possibilities 2ai, 2aii, 2bi, 2bii are there.

Q and a person who has Bananas are sitting diagonally opposite to each other. Two possibilities 2ai and 2aii will be left.

Two persons with Mangoes and Guavas in boxes sit immediately next to each other, with a person who has Mangoes in the box being adjacent to a person with Peaches in the box. A person with Oranges sits in alignment with the persons who have Apples and Peaches. Apples are in two boxes.

T sits to the left end of row 2.

R has Apples in the box and the person to the second right of R has Peaches in the box. Possibility 1 is eliminated and possibility 2 will be left.

X and Q are sitting in front of each other in rows 2 and 3. V and T are diagonally opposite to each other and S sits in the 3rd row.

U and W have Peaches in their boxes.

A person who has Bananas in the box sits between the persons who have Apples and Peaches. Four possibilities 2ai, 2aii, 2bi, 2bii are there.

Q and a person who has Bananas are sitting diagonally opposite to each other. Two possibilities 2ai and 2aii will be left.

Two persons with Mangoes and Guavas in boxes sit immediately next to each other, with a person who has Mangoes in the box being adjacent to a person with Peaches in the box. A person with Oranges sits in alignment with the persons who have Apples and Peaches. Apples are in two boxes.

Q sits vertically diagonal to the right of V.

R has Apples in the box and the person to the second right of R has Peaches in the box. Possibility 1 is eliminated and possibility 2 will be left.

X and Q are sitting in front of each other in rows 2 and 3. V and T are diagonally opposite to each other and S sits in the 3rd row.

U and W have Peaches in their boxes.

A person who has Bananas in the box sits between the persons who have Apples and Peaches. Four possibilities 2ai, 2aii, 2bi, 2bii are there.

Q and a person who has Bananas are sitting diagonally opposite to each other. Two possibilities 2ai and 2aii will be left.

Two persons with Mangoes and Guavas in boxes sit immediately next to each other, with a person who has Mangoes in the box being adjacent to a person with Peaches in the box. A person with Oranges sits in alignment with the persons who have Apples and Peaches. Apples are in two boxes.

R sits in alignment with T and W.

R has Apples in the box and the person to the second right of R has Peaches in the box. Possibility 1 is eliminated and possibility 2 will be left.

X and Q are sitting in front of each other in rows 2 and 3. V and T are diagonally opposite to each other and S sits in the 3rd row.

U and W have Peaches in their boxes.

A person who has Bananas in the box sits between the persons who have Apples and Peaches. Four possibilities 2ai, 2aii, 2bi, 2bii are there.

Q and a person who has Bananas are sitting diagonally opposite to each other. Two possibilities 2ai and 2aii will be left.

Two persons with Mangoes and Guavas in boxes sit immediately next to each other, with a person who has Mangoes in the box being adjacent to a person with Peaches in the box. A person with Oranges sits in alignment with the persons who have Apples and Peaches. Apples are in two boxes.

Q has Apples in the box.

We have,

• Even number of persons is senior to I.
• Odd number of persons working in G’s designation.
• The number of persons junior to G is one more than the number of persons senior to Z.

From the above conditions, there are four possibilities

The number of persons working in each position is one less than the number of persons working in their immediate junior position.

Chairman-2, CEO-3, MD-4, Manager-5, Clerk-6

Again we have,

• E, Q and M are working in the same designation.
• The number of persons senior to M is the same as the number of persons working in the same designation where J works.
• J is junior to A.
• Even number of persons working in A’s designation.
• D is immediately junior to A and is working in senior position to Managing director.
• The number of persons senior to B is one less than the number of persons junior to T.

Again we have,

• U is immediately senior to F, who is not working with I.
• O works as a clerk.
• H works with neither U nor Z.
• Both C and Y are immediately juniors to H but not working with B.
• Even number of persons working in N’s designation.
• Both S and L are senior to N.

After applying the above conditions case-1, case 1a, case 2a and case 2b get eliminated, hence case-2 shows the final arrangement

All the persons except the persons who are designated as CEO are transferred to three departments viz. R&D, Sales and Legal as per the following conditions:

I. The persons whose name starts with the letter which comes after “M” and also works with the persons whose name starts with a vowel which comes before “M” in the alphabetical series are transferred to R&D department.

From the above condition the persons whose name starts with the letter which comes after “M” and also works with the persons whose name starts with a vowel which comes before “M” in the alphabetical series are U, Q, Z, O, Y and N are transferred to R&D department.

II. The persons whose name starts with the letter which comes before “M” and also even number of persons work along with the person, whose name starts with the letter which comes before “M” in the alphabetical series are transferred to Sales department.

From the above conditions, the persons whose name starts with the letter which comes before “M” and also even number of persons work along with the person, whose name starts with the letter which comes before “M” in the alphabetical series are J, H and L are transferred to Sales department.

III. The remaining persons A, E, M, B, T, S, I and C are transferred to Legal department.

The persons who are working as CEO are assigned to the head of the three departments as per the condition given below.

G, F and D are assigned to the head of the R&D, Sales and Legal departments respectively.

We have,

• Even number of persons is senior to I.
• Odd number of persons working in G’s designation.
• The number of persons junior to G is one more than the number of persons senior to Z.

From the above conditions, there are four possibilities

The number of persons working in each position is one less than the number of persons working in their immediate junior position.

Chairman-2, CEO-3, MD-4, Manager-5, Clerk-6

Again we have,

• E, Q and M are working in the same designation.
• The number of persons senior to M is the same as the number of persons working in the same designation where J works.
• J is junior to A.
• Even number of persons working in A’s designation.
• D is immediately junior to A and is working in senior position to Managing director.
• The number of persons senior to B is one less than the number of persons junior to T.

Again we have,

• U is immediately senior to F, who is not working with I.
• O works as a clerk.
• H works with neither U nor Z.
• Both C and Y are immediately juniors to H but not working with B.
• Even number of persons working in N’s designation.
• Both S and L are senior to N.

After applying the above conditions case-1, case 1a, case 2a and case 2b get eliminated, hence case-2 shows the final arrangement

All the persons except the persons who are designated as CEO are transferred to three departments viz. R&D, Sales and Legal as per the following conditions:

I. The persons whose name starts with the letter which comes after “M” and also works with the persons whose name starts with a vowel which comes before “M” in the alphabetical series are transferred to R&D department.

From the above condition the persons whose name starts with the letter which comes after “M” and also works with the persons whose name starts with a vowel which comes before “M” in the alphabetical series are U, Q, Z, O, Y and N are transferred to R&D department.

II. The persons whose name starts with the letter which comes before “M” and also even number of persons work along with the person, whose name starts with the letter which comes before “M” in the alphabetical series are transferred to Sales department.

From the above conditions, the persons whose name starts with the letter which comes before “M” and also even number of persons work along with the person, whose name starts with the letter which comes before “M” in the alphabetical series are J, H and L are transferred to Sales department.

III. The remaining persons A, E, M, B, T, S, I and C are transferred to Legal department.

The persons who are working as CEO are assigned to the head of the three departments as per the condition given below.

G, F and D are assigned to the head of the R&D, Sales and Legal departments respectively.

We have,

• Even number of persons is senior to I.
• Odd number of persons working in G’s designation.
• The number of persons junior to G is one more than the number of persons senior to Z.

From the above conditions, there are four possibilities

The number of persons working in each position is one less than the number of persons working in their immediate junior position.

Chairman-2, CEO-3, MD-4, Manager-5, Clerk-6

Again we have,

• E, Q and M are working in the same designation.
• The number of persons senior to M is the same as the number of persons working in the same designation where J works.
• J is junior to A.
• Even number of persons working in A’s designation.
• D is immediately junior to A and is working in senior position to Managing director.
• The number of persons senior to B is one less than the number of persons junior to T.

Again we have,

• U is immediately senior to F, who is not working with I.
• O works as a clerk.
• H works with neither U nor Z.
• Both C and Y are immediately juniors to H but not working with B.
• Even number of persons working in N’s designation.
• Both S and L are senior to N.

After applying the above conditions case-1, case 1a, case 2a and case 2b get eliminated, hence case-2 shows the final arrangement

All the persons except the persons who are designated as CEO are transferred to three departments viz. R&D, Sales and Legal as per the following conditions:

I. The persons whose name starts with the letter which comes after “M” and also works with the persons whose name starts with a vowel which comes before “M” in the alphabetical series are transferred to R&D department.

From the above condition the persons whose name starts with the letter which comes after “M” and also works with the persons whose name starts with a vowel which comes before “M” in the alphabetical series are U, Q, Z, O, Y and N are transferred to R&D department.

II. The persons whose name starts with the letter which comes before “M” and also even number of persons work along with the person, whose name starts with the letter which comes before “M” in the alphabetical series are transferred to Sales department.

From the above conditions, the persons whose name starts with the letter which comes before “M” and also even number of persons work along with the person, whose name starts with the letter which comes before “M” in the alphabetical series are J, H and L are transferred to Sales department.

III. The remaining persons A, E, M, B, T, S, I and C are transferred to Legal department.

The persons who are working as CEO are assigned to the head of the three departments as per the condition given below.

G, F and D are assigned to the head of the R&D, Sales and Legal departments respectively.

We have,

• Even number of persons is senior to I.
• Odd number of persons working in G’s designation.
• The number of persons junior to G is one more than the number of persons senior to Z.

From the above conditions, there are four possibilities

The number of persons working in each position is one less than the number of persons working in their immediate junior position.

Chairman-2, CEO-3, MD-4, Manager-5, Clerk-6

Again we have,

• E, Q and M are working in the same designation.
• The number of persons senior to M is the same as the number of persons working in the same designation where J works.
• J is junior to A.
• Even number of persons working in A’s designation.
• D is immediately junior to A and is working in senior position to Managing director.
• The number of persons senior to B is one less than the number of persons junior to T.

Again we have,

• U is immediately senior to F, who is not working with I.
• O works as a clerk.
• H works with neither U nor Z.
• Both C and Y are immediately juniors to H but not working with B.
• Even number of persons working in N’s designation.
• Both S and L are senior to N.

After applying the above conditions case-1, case 1a, case 2a and case 2b get eliminated, hence case-2 shows the final arrangement

All the persons except the persons who are designated as CEO are transferred to three departments viz. R&D, Sales and Legal as per the following conditions:

I. The persons whose name starts with the letter which comes after “M” and also works with the persons whose name starts with a vowel which comes before “M” in the alphabetical series are transferred to R&D department.

From the above condition the persons whose name starts with the letter which comes after “M” and also works with the persons whose name starts with a vowel which comes before “M” in the alphabetical series are U, Q, Z, O, Y and N are transferred to R&D department.

II. The persons whose name starts with the letter which comes before “M” and also even number of persons work along with the person, whose name starts with the letter which comes before “M” in the alphabetical series are transferred to Sales department.

From the above conditions, the persons whose name starts with the letter which comes before “M” and also even number of persons work along with the person, whose name starts with the letter which comes before “M” in the alphabetical series are J, H and L are transferred to Sales department.

III. The remaining persons A, E, M, B, T, S, I and C are transferred to Legal department.

The persons who are working as CEO are assigned to the head of the three departments as per the condition given below.

G, F and D are assigned to the head of the R&D, Sales and Legal departments respectively.

The person wearing the shirt with number 58 sits second to the left of Dangi. There are two persons sitting between Prakash and Dangi. Prakash is not an immediate neighbour of the one whose shirt number is 58. Dangi is wearing the shirt with even number. Prakash is wearing the shirt with number 12 more than that of Viladmir's shirt. Taplov sits immediately left of Prakash. There are three persons sitting between Ravi and Farhan. Ravi is not an immediate neighbour of Taplov. The sum of the shirt numbers of Prakash and Ravi is 120. Bumrah is not an immediate neighbour of Viladmir. Dangi gets shirt number 35 more than that of Taplov's shirt number. The one whose shirt number is 33 sits second to the left of the one whose shirt number is 31.

The final arrangement after applying the conditions is as follows:

The person wearing the shirt with number 58 sits second to the left of Dangi. There are two persons sitting between Prakash and Dangi. Prakash is not an immediate neighbour of the one whose shirt number is 58. Dangi is wearing the shirt with even number. Prakash is wearing the shirt with number 12 more than that of Viladmir's shirt. Taplov sits immediately left of Prakash. There are three persons sitting between Ravi and Farhan. Ravi is not an immediate neighbour of Taplov. The sum of the shirt numbers of Prakash and Ravi is 120. Bumrah is not an immediate neighbour of Viladmir. Dangi gets shirt number 35 more than that of Taplov's shirt number. The one whose shirt number is 33 sits second to the left of the one whose shirt number is 31.

The final arrangement after applying the conditions is as follows:

The person wearing the shirt with number 58 sits second to the left of Dangi. There are two persons sitting between Prakash and Dangi. Prakash is not an immediate neighbour of the one whose shirt number is 58. Dangi is wearing the shirt with even number. Prakash is wearing the shirt with number 12 more than that of Viladmir's shirt. Taplov sits immediately left of Prakash. There are three persons sitting between Ravi and Farhan. Ravi is not an immediate neighbour of Taplov. The sum of the shirt numbers of Prakash and Ravi is 120. Bumrah is not an immediate neighbour of Viladmir. Dangi gets shirt number 35 more than that of Taplov's shirt number. The one whose shirt number is 33 sits second to the left of the one whose shirt number is 31.

The final arrangement after applying the conditions is as follows:

The person wearing the shirt with number 58 sits second to the left of Dangi. There are two persons sitting between Prakash and Dangi. Prakash is not an immediate neighbour of the one whose shirt number is 58. Dangi is wearing the shirt with even number. Prakash is wearing the shirt with number 12 more than that of Viladmir's shirt. Taplov sits immediately left of Prakash. There are three persons sitting between Ravi and Farhan. Ravi is not an immediate neighbour of Taplov. The sum of the shirt numbers of Prakash and Ravi is 120. Bumrah is not an immediate neighbour of Viladmir. Dangi gets shirt number 35 more than that of Taplov's shirt number. The one whose shirt number is 33 sits second to the left of the one whose shirt number is 31.

The final arrangement after applying the conditions is as follows:

• Only three floors are between K and H, who lives southwest of S.
• Only one floor is there between S and H.
• K and S are living in different flats.

From the above condition, there are two possibilities.

Again we have,

• Q lives two floors above K.
• Q lives northwest of L.
• Only two floors are between S and L.

From the above condition, case 2 gets eliminated.

Again we have,

• I lives three floors above L, both are living in the same flat.
• T lives east of M.
• P lives southeast of H, who lives north of M.
• P does not live on the adjacent floor of T. Not more than one floor is between H and P.
• Not more than two floors are between P and M.

From the above condition, case1a gets eliminated.case1 has one more possibility.

Again we have,

• As many floors between S and P as between P and T.
• As many floors above Q as below V who lives southwest of P.
• V lives above M but not immediately above M.
• T lives on the bottommost floor.

From the above condition, case1b gets eliminated.

• Only three floors are between K and H, who lives southwest of S.
• Only one floor is there between S and H.
• K and S are living in different flats.

From the above condition, there are two possibilities.

Again we have,

• Q lives two floors above K.
• Q lives northwest of L.
• Only two floors are between S and L.

From the above condition, case 2 gets eliminated.

Again we have,

• I lives three floors above L, both are living in the same flat.
• T lives east of M.
• P lives southeast of H, who lives north of M.
• P does not live on the adjacent floor of T. Not more than one floor is between H and P.
• Not more than two floors are between P and M.

From the above condition, case1a gets eliminated.case1 has one more possibility.

Again we have,

• As many floors between S and P as between P and T.
• As many floors above Q as below V who lives southwest of P.
• V lives above M but not immediately above M.
• T lives on the bottommost floor.

From the above condition, case1b gets eliminated.

• Only three floors are between K and H, who lives southwest of S.
• Only one floor is there between S and H.
• K and S are living in different flats.

From the above condition, there are two possibilities.

Again we have,

• Q lives two floors above K.
• Q lives northwest of L.
• Only two floors are between S and L.

From the above condition, case 2 gets eliminated.

Again we have,

• I lives three floors above L, both are living in the same flat.
• T lives east of M.
• P lives southeast of H, who lives north of M.
• P does not live on the adjacent floor of T. Not more than one floor is between H and P.
• Not more than two floors are between P and M.

From the above condition, case1a gets eliminated.case1 has one more possibility.

Again we have,

• As many floors between S and P as between P and T.
• As many floors above Q as below V who lives southwest of P.
• V lives above M but not immediately above M.
• T lives on the bottommost floor.

From the above condition, case1b gets eliminated.

No female sits to the immediate right of G. Among K and E, one is not a female. H is a male. The immediate neighbours of L are females.

All except G and F are immediate neighbours.

No female sits to the immediate right of G. Among K and E, one is not a female. H is a male. The immediate neighbours of L are females.

The one who sits to the immediate right of E is married to K.

No female sits to the immediate right of G. Among K and E, one is not a female. H is a male. The immediate neighbours of L are females.

Step II: The first and last digits are multiplied, similarly the second and third digits are multiplied.

Step III: Arrange the numbers in ascending order according to the last digit of the number.

Step IV: Each digit of the number is squared and the resultant is added within the number.

Step V: All the numbers are multiplied by 2.

Step VI: All the digits are arranged in reverse order within the number and then the numbers are arranged in descending order from the left end.

Input: 5738 8371 2594 6285 3689 9472

Step I: 1567 7652 4198 3471 6379 9854

Step II: 730 1430 329 328 5421 3640

Step III: 730 1430 3640 5421 328 329

Step IV: 58 26 61 46 77 94

Step V: 116 52 122 92 154 188

Step VI: 881 611 451 221 29 25

Step II: The first and last digits are multiplied, similarly the second and third digits are multiplied.

Step III: Arrange the numbers in ascending order according to the last digit of the number.

Step IV: Each digit of the number is squared and the resultant is added within the number.

Step V: All the numbers are multiplied by 2.

Step VI: All the digits are arranged in reverse order within the number and then the numbers are arranged in descending order from the left end.

Input: 5738 8371 2594 6285 3689 9472

Step I: 1567 7652 4198 3471 6379 9854

Step II: 730 1430 329 328 5421 3640

Step III: 730 1430 3640 5421 328 329

Step IV: 58 26 61 46 77 94

Step V: 116 52 122 92 154 188

Step VI: 881 611 451 221 29 25

The correct answer is All 1, 2 and 3.
In News

• The Vigyan Dhara Scheme aims to boost India’s scientific research and technological development.

Explanation

• The Vigyan Dhara scheme was launched with an outlay of ₹10,579.84 crore, with an increased annual allocation for 2025-26.
• The scheme merges three umbrella schemes, focusing on strengthening human capacity building and research and development (R&D).
• The scheme’s main objective is to enhance India’s innovation, scientific research, and technological advancements.
• The scheme will also support the promotion of indigenous scientific innovations and technology deployment.
• The allocation for 2025-26 has seen a significant increase compared to previous years to boost R&D in various fields.

Additional Information

• Ministry of Science & Technology:  Minister - Jitendra Singh
• Innovation and Technology Deployment: The focus is to encourage the development and use of indigenous technologies and innovations.
• National Science & Technology Policy: This policy emphasizes increasing investments in science and technology to drive economic and social development.
• Outlay Increase: The increased budget for Vigyan Dhara will support cutting-edge research in areas such as biotechnology, space technology, and AI.

The correct answer is Sagarmatha Sambaad.

In News

• India gifted 15 Electric Vehicles to Nepal for the inaugural Sagarmatha Sambaad in May 2025.

Explanation

• India gifted 15 electric vehicles to Nepal to facilitate the organisation of 'Sagarmatha Sambad', a global dialogue on climate change.
• The EVs were gifted to Nepal to support the inaugural Sagarmatha Sambaad, a global dialogue on climate change.
• The event is scheduled to discuss climate change, mountains, and the future of humanity.
• Sagarmatha Sambaad is a biennial, multilateral global dialogue initiated by Nepal.
• The electric vehicles will help reduce carbon footprints and promote green initiatives during the summit.
• Electric vehicles are an essential part of India’s commitment to sustainable development and green energy solutions.
• The dialogue emphasises the importance of mountain ecosystems and their role in combating climate change.

Additional Information

• Sagarmatha Sambaad
  • Sagarmatha Sambaad is a global dialogue initiated by the government of Nepal focused on climate change and its impact on mountain ecosystems.
  • The summit brings together world leaders, environmentalists, and stakeholders from various sectors to discuss solutions for global environmental challenges.
• Electric Vehicles (EVs)
  • Electric vehicles are essential to reducing emissions and mitigating the effects of climate change.
  • India has made significant strides in promoting electric mobility as part of its clean energy agenda.
• India-Nepal Cooperation
  • India and Nepal have strengthened their bilateral ties through various environmental and climate-related initiatives.

The correct answer is Urban Consumer Confidence Survey (UCCS)
In News

• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) launched the Urban Consumer Confidence Survey (UCCS) as part of its efforts to gather insights for monetary policy decisions.

Explanation

• The Reserve Bank launched three important surveys, including one on inflation expectations, to collect valuable data for making informed monetary policy decisions.
• The UCCS is designed to collect qualitative data from urban households on their sentiments about the general economic situation.
• It focuses on aspects such as employment conditions, price levels, income, and spending habits.
• The survey aims to assess consumer confidence, which is a crucial indicator for monetary policy decision-making.
• The UCCS is one of three major surveys launched by RBI, alongside the Inflation Expectations Survey of Households (IESH) and the Rural Consumer Confidence Survey (RCCS).
• These surveys will help the RBI better understand inflation expectations and consumer confidence, key factors in shaping its monetary policy.

Additional Information

• RBI 
  • Established in - 1935
  • HQ - Mumbai
  • Governor - Sanjay Malhotra
• The UCCS specifically targets urban households, whereas the RCCS focuses on rural and semi-urban households.
• The surveys are expected to provide valuable insights that will help the RBI gauge economic sentiment across different demographic groups.
• The data from these surveys will aid in refining RBI's monetary policy, particularly in addressing inflation and economic growth challenges.
• RBI’s use of surveys such as these is part of its broader strategy to ensure that monetary policy remains responsive to consumer sentiment and economic conditions.

The correct answer is A maximum fine of Rs 5 lakh and imprisonment up to 5 years.
In News

• The ‘Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025’ received assent from President Draupadi Murmu in April 2025.

Explanation

• The new law introduces severe penalties for foreigners entering India without valid documents, including fines of up to Rs 5 lakh and imprisonment for up to 5 years.
• The law also imposes penalties on transport carriers bringing foreigners into the country without proper documentation, with penalties of up to Rs 50,000 for carriers.
• The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 repealed four colonial-era laws, including the Passport (Entry into India) Act, 1920, the Registration of Foreigners Act, 1939, the Foreigners Act, 1946, and the Immigration (Carriers' Liability) Act, 2000 
• Offenders who contravene the provisions of the Act may also face additional penalties, especially in cases where civil authorities or Immigration Officers deem it necessary.
• The new law aligns India’s immigration policy with modern governance practices, improving national security and ensuring stricter control over foreign nationals entering the country.

Additional Information

• Passport (Entry into India) Act, 1920
  • It regulated the entry and exit of foreign nationals into India, making it mandatory for foreigners to have valid passports and travel documents.
• Foreigners Act, 1946
  • This Act laid down rules for registering foreigners and maintaining records for those residing in India without proper visas or documentation.
• Foreigners Act, 1939
  • The Foreigners Act, 1939 governed the registration, control, and monitoring of foreigners in India, including the rules for their stay, movement, and deportation.
• Immigration (Carriers' Liability) Act, 2000
  •  The Immigration (Carriers' Liability) Act, 2000 imposed penalties on transport carriers for bringing foreign nationals into India without proper documentation or valid travel documents.
• Penalties for Immigration Violations
  • The penalties include both financial fines and imprisonment for violations of immigration rules, ensuring compliance with the law.

The correct answer is Iron Ore.
In News

• India’s mining sector achieved record production in FY25, with iron ore output growing by 4.3% to 289 MMT.

Explanation

• The Ministry of Mines (MoM) released FY25 provisional production data in May 2025.
• Iron ore production reached 289 MMT in FY25, growing by 4.3% from 277 MMT in FY24.
• Manganese ore production increased by 11.8% to 3.8 MMT, up from 3.4 MMT in FY24.
• Bauxite production rose by 2.9% to 24.7 MMT in FY25, compared to 24 MMT in FY24.
• Overall, India’s mining sector experienced significant output growth, achieving record production levels.

Additional Information

• Top Mining States in India
  • Odisha - largest producer of iron ore.
  • Jharkhand - major producer of coal and iron ore.
  • Chhattisgarh - significant in iron ore and coal production.
• Ministry of Mines
  • Union Minister - Shri G. Kishan Reddy
  • Headquarters - New Delhi
• Important Mining Companies
  • NMDC Ltd - largest iron ore producer.
  • Vedanta Ltd - involved in bauxite and other minerals.

The correct answer is INS Vikrant.
In News

• India and France signed a Rs 64,000 crore deal for 26 Rafale-M fighter jets.

Explanation

• India signed a deal worth approximately Rs 64,000 crore with France in April 2025 for purchasing fighter jets to bolster the Indian Navy's air combat capabilities.
• The contract includes 22 single-seat and 4 twin-seat fighter jets.
• The Rafale-M jets will primarily operate from INS Vikrant, India's first indigenous aircraft carrier.
• The deal strengthens India’s naval capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region.
• This purchase is a part of the Indian Navy’s modernisation program.
• The deal was signed during a virtual event with high-level officials from India and France.

Additional Information

• Rafale-M is a naval variant of the Rafale fighter jet designed for aircraft carrier operations.
• INS Vikrant was commissioned in 2022 and is India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier.
• France is a key defence partner for India, with several agreements signed for advanced weaponry.
• India’s aircraft carrier fleet also includes INS Vikramaditya, purchased from Russia.
• INS Vikrant is capable of carrying out airstrikes, surveillance, and search-and-rescue missions.

The correct answer is Both 1 and 3
In News

• RBI's survey reveals US, UK, and Singapore have overtaken GCC nations as India’s top remittance hubs in FY24.

Explanation

• The United States accounted for the highest share of India’s remittances in FY24 at 27.7%.
• GCC countries' share has dropped to 38% in FY24, down from earlier dominance.
• UK, Singapore, Canada, and Australia are other major source countries.
• India received a total of USD 118.7 billion in remittances in FY24.
• Maharashtra (20.5%) and Kerala (19.7%) received the highest state-wise remittances.

Additional Information

• RBI 
  • Established in - 1935
  • HQ - Mumbai
  • Governor - Sanjay Malhotra
• GCC countries include UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, and Bahrain.
• Digital mode accounted for 73.5% of remittance transactions via MTOs.
• India’s global migrant population stood at 18.5 million in 2024.
• The remittance survey is part of RBI’s annual bulletin.

The correct answer is Both 2 and 3.
In News

• The Telangana government has signed an agreement with NTT DATA Group and Neysa Networks to set up an AI Data Center Cluster in Hyderabad with an investment of Rs 10,500 crore.

Explanation

• NTT DATA, a Japan-based global digital transformation and IT services firm, along with cloud platform company Neysa Networks and the Telangana government, has agreed to establish an Artificial Intelligence data center cluster in Hyderabad, with a total investment of ₹10,500 crore.
• The AI Data Center will enhance Hyderabad’s position as a hub for technology and digital innovation.
• This collaboration involves the development of infrastructure for AI and cloud-based services.
• An official announcement revealed that the new facility in Hyderabad will include a 400 MegaWatt data center cluster, intended to support India’s most advanced AI supercomputing infrastructure, featuring 25,000 GPUs (Graphics Processing Units).
• The project is expected to create significant employment opportunities in the IT and AI sectors.
• The investment reflects strong international interest in Telangana as a technology and business destination.
• The AI Data Center Cluster will foster growth in AI research and development in India.

Additional Information

• Neysa Networks
  • It is a cloud-first AI technology firm that provides scalable AI solutions.
  • Founded in - 2023
• NTT DATA
  • A global leader in digital transformation and IT services, providing technology solutions worldwide.
  • Founded in - 1988
• Telangana 
  • Capital - Hyderabad
  • CM - Anumula Revanth Reddy

The correct answer is Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan (VKSA-2025).
In News

• Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated the ‘Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan (VKSA-2025)’ on 29 May 2025 at ICAR-CIFA, Bhubaneswar.

Explanation

• VKSA-2025 is a 15-day campaign from 29 May to 12 June 2025.
• It focuses on bridging knowledge gaps and promoting advanced agricultural and fisheries technologies.
• The campaign aims to reach 1.5 crore farmers through 731 KVKs and 113 ICAR institutes.
• It promotes climate-resilient and natural farming practices and better use of Soil Health Cards.
• Union Minister also launched “CIFA Argu VAX-I”, a vaccine to prevent parasitic infections in fish.
• The vaccine is expected to reduce economic losses in aquaculture significantly.

Additional Information

• ICAR-CIFA (Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture) is based in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
  • Established in - 1987
  • Serves as India’s premier freshwater aquaculture research institute, focusing on inland fish farming systems .
• Soil Health Cards provide information on nutrient status of soil for improved productivity.
• Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) are key agricultural extension centers in India.
• VKSA-2025 is part of the government's focus on doubling farmers' income through technology.

The correct answer is HDFC Bank.
In News

• HDFC Bank, along with IDFC First Bank and Stock Holding Securities IFSC Limited (SSIL), has been designated as a corporate agent in GIFT City.

Explanation

• Two banks --- HDFC Bank and IDFC First Bank --- and the Stock Holding Corporation have been permitted to function as corporate agents and sell insurance products to over 35 million Non-resident Indians and Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) living across the globe.
• GIFT City is a key financial hub in India, located in Gujarat, and focuses on providing international financial services.
• The designation as corporate agents enables HDFC Bank, IDFC First Bank, and SSIL to offer insurance products to NRIs and PIOs across the globe.
• This initiative is aimed at expanding the service offerings of these institutions in the global market.
• The recognition allows these entities to broaden their financial services portfolio and reach out to a diverse customer base worldwide.

Additional Information

• GIFT City:
  • GIFT City is India’s first International Financial Services Centre (IFSC), which allows foreign financial institutions to operate in India.
  • Established in - 2015
  • HQ - Ahmedabad
• HDFC Bank:
  • Established in - 1994
  • HQ - Mumbai
• IDFC First Bank:
  • Established in - 2015
  • HQ - Mumbai
• Stock Holding Corporation: 
  • Established in - 1986
  • HQ - Mumbai
• Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs):
  • NRIs and PIOs are a significant demographic globally, and their financial needs are addressed through offerings like insurance products, which these entities can now provide.