India's Economic Growth Surges, Key Policy Decisions, and International Engagements Mark November 28, 2025
November 29, 2025
India experienced significant developments across its economy, politics, science, and international relations on November 28, 2025. The nation's GDP saw a robust 8.2% growth, while the government announced major investments in semiconductor technology and continued efforts in social welfare. Diplomatic engagements included an upcoming visit by the Russian President and a defense deal with the U.S., amidst a postponement of the Israeli PM's visit due to security concerns. Non-cricket sports also saw India kicking off its Junior Hockey World Cup campaign with a dominant win.
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Question 1 of 25
What was India's real GDP growth rate in the July-September quarter of FY 2025-26?
Correct Answer: C) 8.2%
Full Answer: Ans: c) 8.2%
Full Answer: Ans: c) 8.2%
Which of the following factors were primarily responsible for India's accelerated GDP growth in Q2 FY26?
Correct Answer: B) Heightened consumer demand, strong manufacturing, and robust financial services
Full Answer: Ans: b) Heightened consumer demand, strong manufacturing, and robust financial services
Full Answer: Ans: b) Heightened consumer demand, strong manufacturing, and robust financial services
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently revised India's growth forecast for the next financial year, primarily citing which reason?
Correct Answer: B) Expected prolonged effect of US tariffs
Full Answer: Ans: b) Expected prolonged effect of US tariffs
Full Answer: Ans: b) Expected prolonged effect of US tariffs
According to Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, what is India's global rank in tea exports?
Correct Answer: B) Second
Full Answer: Ans: b) Second
Full Answer: Ans: b) Second
Which mobile application was introduced by the Indian government as part of a support package for tea workers?
Correct Answer: B) Chai Sahyog
Full Answer: Ans: b) Chai Sahyog
Full Answer: Ans: b) Chai Sahyog
The Winter Session of the Indian Parliament is scheduled to commence on which date?
Correct Answer: B) December 2nd
Full Answer: Ans: b) December 2nd
Full Answer: Ans: b) December 2nd
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently unveiled a 77-foot tall statue of Lord Ram in which Indian state?
Correct Answer: C) Goa
Full Answer: Ans: c) Goa
Full Answer: Ans: c) Goa
Which Indian state's Assembly recently passed a bill to ban polygamy, aiming to protect women's rights?
Correct Answer: C) Assam
Full Answer: Ans: c) Assam
Full Answer: Ans: c) Assam
The Union Government announced a significant investment to modernize and expand the Semi-Conductor Laboratory (SCL) located in which city?
Correct Answer: C) Mohali
Full Answer: Ans: c) Mohali
Full Answer: Ans: c) Mohali
What is the confirmed nature of the Semi-Conductor Laboratory (SCL) in Mohali following the recent government investment?
Correct Answer: C) A government-run R&D powerhouse
Full Answer: Ans: c) A government-run R&D powerhouse
Full Answer: Ans: c) A government-run R&D powerhouse
SMART Technologies launched India-made interactive panels based on which educational principle to support neurodiverse learners?
Correct Answer: B) Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
Full Answer: Ans: b) Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
Full Answer: Ans: b) Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
A new study suggests that the primary cause of the collapse of the Indus Valley Civilization was:
Correct Answer: B) Prolonged droughts over centuries
Full Answer: Ans: b) Prolonged droughts over centuries
Full Answer: Ans: b) Prolonged droughts over centuries
India plans to open its civil nuclear power sector to private firms and has allocated funds for R&D in Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) under which mission?
Correct Answer: C) Nuclear Energy Mission for Viksit Bharat
Full Answer: Ans: c) Nuclear Energy Mission for Viksit Bharat
Full Answer: Ans: c) Nuclear Energy Mission for Viksit Bharat
Russian President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to visit India for which annual summit in December 2025?
Correct Answer: D) 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit
Full Answer: Ans: d) 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit
Full Answer: Ans: d) 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit
India finalized a significant deal with the United States for sustainment support for which type of helicopters for the Indian Navy?
Correct Answer: C) MH-60R Seahawk
Full Answer: Ans: c) MH-60R Seahawk
Full Answer: Ans: c) MH-60R Seahawk
India dispatched relief materials to Sri Lanka under which operation following Cyclone Ditwah?
Correct Answer: C) Operation Sagar Bandhu
Full Answer: Ans: c) Operation Sagar Bandhu
Full Answer: Ans: c) Operation Sagar Bandhu
India's commitment to standing with Sri Lanka is guided by which two key policies/visions?
Correct Answer: C) Neighbourhood First Policy and Vision MAHASAGAR
Full Answer: Ans: c) Neighbourhood First Policy and Vision MAHASAGAR
Full Answer: Ans: c) Neighbourhood First Policy and Vision MAHASAGAR
Who was recently appointed as the Executive Director of Canara Bank?
Correct Answer: C) Sunil Kumar Chugh
Full Answer: Ans: c) Sunil Kumar Chugh
Full Answer: Ans: c) Sunil Kumar Chugh
Who was given additional charge as the Director General of the Border Security Force (BSF)?
Correct Answer: B) Praveen Kumar (IPS)
Full Answer: Ans: b) Praveen Kumar (IPS)
Full Answer: Ans: b) Praveen Kumar (IPS)
The Karnataka Safai Karmachari Commission Chairperson directed officials to ensure what compensation amount for families of deceased sanitation workers?
Correct Answer: C) ā¹10 lakh
Full Answer: Ans: c) ā¹10 lakh
Full Answer: Ans: c) ā¹10 lakh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the government's focus on strengthening national capacity through 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiatives and which other key area?
Correct Answer: C) Defence reforms
Full Answer: Ans: c) Defence reforms
Full Answer: Ans: c) Defence reforms
President Droupadi Murmu cited the global promotion of yoga and value-based education as key initiatives for fostering what kind of society?
Correct Answer: C) Inclusive, peaceful, healthy, and value-based
Full Answer: Ans: c) Inclusive, peaceful, healthy, and value-based
Full Answer: Ans: c) Inclusive, peaceful, healthy, and value-based
The International Astronomical Union (IAU) approved names of researchers and places from which Indian state for geographic features on Mars?
Correct Answer: C) Kerala
Full Answer: Ans: c) Kerala
Full Answer: Ans: c) Kerala
Who was appointed as Inspector General in the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)?
Correct Answer: B) Rekha Lohani
Full Answer: Ans: b) Rekha Lohani
Full Answer: Ans: b) Rekha Lohani
The Bombay High Court dismissed the state's claim that which factor was a primary cause of deteriorating air quality in Mumbai?
Correct Answer: C) Volcanic ash from Ethiopia
Full Answer: Ans: c) Volcanic ash from Ethiopia
Full Answer: Ans: c) Volcanic ash from Ethiopia