Wednesday, 5 February 2025

Latest GK Question Answer January 2025

 

  1. What significant financial operation did the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) conduct on February 1, 2025?

    • Answer: The RBI executed a dollar-rupee buy/sell swap transaction worth $5 billion to inject liquidity into the Indian financial system.
  2. Which country recently withdrew from China's Belt and Road Initiative?

    • Answer: Panama officially withdrew from China's Belt and Road Initiative, deciding not to renew the 2017 Memorandum of Understanding with China.

  3. What is Indian Railways' target under the 'Mission 3000' plan?

    • Answer: Indian Railways aims to achieve a cargo volume of 3,000 million tonnes by 2030 under the 'Mission 3000' initiative.

  4. Which Indian state recently conducted a comprehensive socio-economic survey revealing demographic structures?

    • Answer: Telangana conducted a socio-economic survey over 50 days, reaching over 35 million individuals, revealing vital information about the state's demographic structure.

  5. What recent seismic activity has raised concerns in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand?

    • Answer: A series of nine minor earthquakes occurred between January 24 and February 3, 2025, in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, prompting concerns among experts and residents.

  6. What recent advancement has been made in clean energy technology concerning hydrogen production?

    • Answer: Advancements in clean energy technology have highlighted the potential of high-entropy alloys (HEAs) for hydrogen production, reducing reliance on precious metals like platinum.

  7. What recent development has occurred in UK-EU relations post-Brexit?

    • Answer: UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has been reshaping the relationship between the United Kingdom and the European Union, with a recent visit to Brussels marking the first time a British prime minister has engaged with EU leaders post-Brexit.

  8. What recent environmental concern has been reported in Kolkata?

    • Answer: Over ten buildings in Kolkata have been reported to be tilting, highlighting issues in construction practices and urban planning.

  9. What is the 'National Critical Mineral Mission' recently approved by the Union Cabinet?

    • Answer: The 'National Critical Mineral Mission' (NCMM) aims to build a robust supply chain for critical minerals essential for sustainable economic growth and national security.

  10. Which ministry won the Best Tableau award in the 76th Republic Day Parade 2025?

    • Answer: The Ministry of Tribal Affairs won the Best Tableau award in the 76th Republic Day Parade 2025.