Q1. Which of the following rivers flows through the Katerniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary in Dudhwa Tiger Reserve? दुधवा टाइगर रिज़र्व के कतर्नीघाट वन्यजीव अभयारण्य से निम्नलिखित में से कौन सी नदी बहती है?
a) Sharda
b) Geruwa
c) Suheli
d) Ghaghara
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Answer: b) Geruwa
Why in News:
Leopard population in Dudhwa Tiger Reserve has increased by 198.91% since 2022.
Explanation:
The Dudhwa Tiger Reserve comprises three main components: Dudhwa National Park, Kishanpur Sanctuary, and Katerniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary.
Geruwa River flows through Katerniaghat Sanctuary, Sharda through Kishanpur, and Suheli and Mohana through Dudhwa NP.
All are tributaries of the Ghaghara River.
2) Sheesh Mahal
Q2. Who built the Sheesh Mahal in Shalimar Bagh, Delhi in 1653? दिल्ली के शालीमार बाग़ में शीश महल का निर्माण 1653 में किसने किया था?
a) Aurangzeb
b) Shah Jahan
c) Izz-un-Nisha Begum
d) Dara Shikoh
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Answer: c) Izz-un-Nisha Begum
Why in News:
Recently, the Sheesh Mahal was restored and unveiled in Delhi.
Explanation:
Sheesh Mahal was built in 1653 by Izz-un-Nisha Begum, wife of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan.
It served as a Mughal royal retreat and is known for mirror work, baradari, and a water channel.
The palace hosted the coronation of Aurangzeb in 1658.
3) Barilius imphalensis
Q3. In which river was the new freshwater fish species Barilius imphalensis discovered? नवीन मीठे पानी की मछली प्रजाति Barilius imphalensis किस नदी में खोजी गई थी?
a) Barak River
b) Imphal River
c) Loktak Lake
d) Chindwin River
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Answer: b) Imphal River
Why in News:
Barilius imphalensis, a new freshwater fish species, was discovered in Manipur.
Explanation:
Belonging to Danionidae family, the fish was discovered in Imphal River, Manipur.
Locally known as “Ngawa,” it is endemic to this river and lives in shallow gravel-based clear waters.
It lacks barbels and features unique vertical blue bars and tubercles.
4) Helgoland
Q4. Why is the island of Helgoland significant in the history of quantum physics? क्वांटम भौतिकी के इतिहास में हेल्गोलैंड द्वीप क्यों महत्वपूर्ण है?
a) Einstein published relativity here
b) Bohr discovered atomic model
c) Heisenberg developed matrix mechanics
d) Dirac proposed antimatter
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Answer: c) Heisenberg developed matrix mechanics
Why in News:
Helgoland is considered the birthplace of quantum theory.
Explanation:
In 1925, Werner Heisenberg retreated to Helgoland and developed matrix mechanics, the first complete version of quantum mechanics.
He abandoned orbits and instead focused on observable quantities, laying foundation for quantum theory.
5) Ancient City of Peñico
Q5. The newly discovered ancient city of Peñico in Peru is believed to be the continuation of which ancient civilization? पेरू में हाल ही में खोजे गए प्राचीन शहर पेनीको को किस प्राचीन सभ्यता की निरंतरता माना जाता है?
a) Olmec
b) Maya
c) Inca
d) Caral
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Answer: d) Caral
Why in News:
Archaeologists discovered a 3,500-year-old city named Peñico in Peru.
Explanation:
Peñico is near the site of Caral, the oldest known civilization in the Americas.
It shows architectural continuity, including temples, sculptures, and conch instruments (pututu) used for communication.
6) Japonica Rice
Q6. Japonica rice is mainly grown in which of the following climatic zones? जापोनिका चावल मुख्य रूप से किस जलवायु क्षेत्र में उगाया जाता है?
a) Hot and dry zones
b) Cool temperate zones
c) Tropical wet zones
d) Desert zones
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Answer: b) Cool temperate zones
Why in News:
NIPGR scientists improved phosphate uptake in Japonica rice using CRISPR-Cas9.
Explanation:
Japonica is a short-grain rice variety, sticky and suited for cooler subtropical and temperate climates.
It is common in Japan, China, Korea, Vietnam, and includes varieties like sushi rice.
7) Defence Accounts Department (DAD)
Q7. Who is the head of the Defence Accounts Department (DAD)? डिफेंस अकाउंट्स डिपार्टमेंट (DAD) का प्रमुख कौन होता है?
a) Defence Secretary
b) Finance Secretary
c) Controller General of Defence Accounts
d) Chief of Defence Staff
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Answer: c) Controller General of Defence Accounts
Why in News:
DAD’s vital role in military readiness and financial oversight was discussed at the 2025 Controllers’ Conference.
Explanation:
The CGDA leads the DAD.
DAD performs audit, financial advice, payment, and accounting for armed forces, including pay, pensions, and capital works.
8) North Eastern Region District SDG Index
Q8. Which district recorded the highest SDG index score in the North East Region (2023-24)? उत्तर-पूर्व क्षेत्र (2023-24) में किस जिले ने सर्वोच्च SDG सूचकांक स्कोर प्राप्त किया?
a) East Khasi Hills
b) Longding
c) Hnahthial
d) Kohima
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Answer: c) Hnahthial
Why in News:
NITI Aayog released the second edition of the North Eastern Region SDG District Index.
Explanation:
Hnahthial (Mizoram) scored 81.43, the highest in the Northeast.
Longding (Arunachal Pradesh) had the lowest score (58.71).
Mizoram, Sikkim, Tripura showed Front Runner status with no Aspirant districts.
9) National Overseas Scholarship Scheme
Q9. How many total candidates are selected annually under the National Overseas Scholarship (NOS) scheme? नेशनल ओवरसीज स्कॉलरशिप (NOS) योजना के तहत प्रतिवर्ष कितने उम्मीदवारों का चयन किया जाता है?
a) 100
b) 115
c) 125
d) 150
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Answer: c) 125
Why in News:
Union Ministry is seeking extra allocation for this scheme targeting marginalised students.
Explanation:
125 candidates selected annually under the scheme.
It supports SCs, DNTs, Landless labourers, and Artisans for Master’s/PhD abroad.
30% of scholarships are reserved for female candidates.
10) Tiruchendur Subramanya Swamy Temple
Q10. What is unique about the location of the Tiruchendur Subramanya Swamy Temple compared to other Murugan temples? अन्य मुरुगन मंदिरों की तुलना में तिरुचेंदूर सुब्रमण्य स्वामी मंदिर की स्थिति को विशेष क्या बनाता है?
a) It is underground
b) It is on a mountain
c) It is situated along the seashore
d) It has a floating gopuram
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Answer: c) It is situated along the seashore
Why in News:
The temple underwent grand consecration after 16 years.
Explanation:
One of the six sacred Murugan temples (Arupadai Veedu), it is the only one situated along the seashore.
Constructed from red sandstone, the temple has unique architecture, including a west-facing Raja Gopuram.
