100 GK Questions on Indian Government Policy and Politics (Jan 2025 - July 2025)
Government Policy (Economic & Social)
What was the estimated fiscal deficit target for FY26 in Union Budget 2025-26?
4.4%
The nil personal income tax slab threshold under the new regime was raised to what annual income in Budget 2025?
₹12 lakh
What is the new mission for self-reliance in pulses announced in Budget 2025?
Aatmanirbharta in Pulses
Which fund was announced in Budget 2025 as a second tranche to complete stressed housing units?
SWAMIH Fund 2
What is the new FDI limit for the insurance sector, announced in Budget 2025?
100%
A new scheme for first-time women, SC, and ST entrepreneurs provides term loans up to what amount?
₹2 crore
The Credit Guarantee Fund for MSMEs was enhanced for loans up to what amount for micro and small enterprises?
₹10 crore
What is the outlay for the Nuclear Energy Mission for Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)?
₹20,000 crore
Which bill was introduced to decriminalize more than 100 provisions across various laws?
Jan Vishwas 2.0
What is the name of the new scheme for digital Indian language books?
Bharatiya Bhasha Pustak
Gig workers are to get social security benefits under which specific scheme?
Online Platform Workers
What is the new name for the integrated nutrition support program combining Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan Abhiyan?
Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0
What is the increased loan limit under the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme for Kisan Credit Cards (KCC)?
₹5 lakh
Which new index was launched in 2025 to promote competitive cooperative federalism among states?
Investment Friendliness Index
What is the proposed fund for private sector R&D and innovation?
RDI Fund
The National Manufacturing Mission focuses on which type of manufacturing for 'Make for India, Make for the World'?
Make for the World
What is the mission for survey and conservation of manuscripts?
Gyan Bharatam (Hypothetical, as actual name not found in recent search)
What is the name of the new fund announced to transform cities into growth hubs?
Urban Challenge Fund
What new scheme aims to uplift around 1.7 crore farmers through a district programme?
PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana
Which scheme focuses on providing accident insurance to vulnerable sections?
PMSBY
Which pension scheme addresses longevity risks in the unorganised sector?
Atal Pension Yojana
PM Mudra Yojana focuses on funding which segment of enterprises?
Micro enterprises
The target for bilateral trade with Russia by 2030 is how much?
0 billion
India's crude oil import mix from Russia reached what percentage by mid-2025?
35-40%
Which country imposed 25% tariffs on Indian exports effective August 1, 2025?
USA
India purchased 26 Rafale-Marine fighter jets from which country?
France
Which space agency collaborated with ISRO for the NISAR satellite launch?
NASA
What type of satellite is NISAR?
Radar Imaging
Which new initiative for urban forests was launched in Gurugram?
Matri Van
The "Hamara Samvidhan - Hamara Swabhiman" campaign relates to which ministry?
Law and Justice
What is the main aim of the 'Rural Prosperity and Resilience Programme'?
Agricultural underemployment
What is the target number of additional seats in medical colleges and hospitals next year (2025-26)?
10,000
The National Single Window System is intended to become default for what?
Business approvals
Which bill is a step towards a trust-based regulatory system, decriminalizing more provisions?
Jan Vishwas 2.0
What fund is established for private sector-driven R&D and innovation?
RDI Fund
What is the proposed increase in 50-year interest-free loans to states for capital expenditure?
₹1.5 lakh crore
What is the revised growth forecast for India by the IMF for 2025?
6.4%
What is the main focus of the "Beyond Tariffs" reform agenda?
Regulatory reforms
What new initiative promotes domestic manufacturing and export-oriented units?
National Manufacturing Mission
What reform aims to simplify tax filing and improve enforcement through a new bill?
Direct Tax
The RBI reduced its repo rate to what percentage by June 2025?
5.5%
Which sector's FDI limit was enhanced to 100% in the Budget?
Insurance
What kind of reactors are a focus of the Nuclear Energy Mission?
Small Modular
What is the enhanced loan limit for PM SVANidhi loans?
₹30,000
Which scheme aims to provide universal banking services to unbanked households?
PMJDY
What is the annual premium for Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY)?
₹436
What is the annual premium for Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY)?
₹20
What is the assured monthly pension under PM-SYM?
₹3000
Politics in India
Which state's budget for 2025-26 was passed by Parliament?
Manipur
Who is the current Chief Minister of Manipur as of July 2025?
N. Biren Singh
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 was passed in April 2025, replacing which previous act?
Waqf Act, 1995
What was the reported cause of clashes in Murshidabad, West Bengal, in April 2025?
Waqf Act (specifically the new bill)
Tahawwur Hussain Rana was extradited to India for his role in which attacks?
26/11
Which country did India sign a contract with in April 2025 to purchase 26 Rafale-Marine fighter jets?
France
Which bill introduced in February 2025 aims to simplify tax laws?
Income-Tax Bill
What is the name of the new university bill passed for the co-operatives sector in April 2025?
Tribhuvan Sahkari University
The Income-Tax Bill, 2025 was introduced in which house of Parliament?
Lok Sabha
What is the current repo rate as reduced by the RBI in June 2025?
5.5%
What was the RBI's repo rate before the June 2025 reduction?
6.5%
Which act was the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, aimed at operationalizing through new rules in 2025?
DPDP Act, 2023
Who is the current Prime Minister of India?
Narendra Modi
Which alliance leads the opposition under Rahul Gandhi?
I.N.D.I.A
Which organization has issued new rules for UPI effective August 1, 2025?
NPCI
Who is the current Union Home Minister?
Amit Shah
Which country's 60th independence anniversary was attended by PM Modi as Guest of Honour in July 2025?
Maldives
What is the name of the programme that aims to build a skilled women workforce in cybersecurity, launched in Oct 2024?
Cyber Shakti programme
What is the target date for the delivery of the 26 Rafale-Marine aircraft?
2030
Which bill related to sports governance was introduced in July 2025?
National Sports Governance Bill
Who is the President of India?
Droupadi Murmu
Which country did PM Modi visit in February 2025, alongside the USA?
France
Who is the current External Affairs Minister of India?
S. Jaishankar
The 60th anniversary of independence of which country was attended by PM Modi as Guest of Honour?
Maldives (Confirmed by search for July 2025)
What is the name of the initiative for promoting domestic manufacturing, announced in Budget 2025?
National Manufacturing Mission
Which bill allowing flexible higher education programs was notified by UGC?
Revised Answer: UGC regulations
Who is the current Chief Minister of Gujarat? (Not specified in results for Jan-Jul 2025 as a change, so assuming no change).
Bhupendra Patel (Assuming no change)
What is the theme for the Urban Forest initiative in Gurugram?
Matri Van
What is the name of the campaign by Ministry of Law and Justice for constitutional awareness?
Hamara Samvidhan - Hamara Swabhiman
Which organization approved a definitive list of Ayurveda Aahara Products?
FSSAI
Which organization approved a definitive list of Ayurveda Aahara Products?
FSSAI
What is the name of the portal for online platform gig workers' registration?
e-Shram
What is the name of the scheme for residential education for SC students?
SHRESHTA
Which yojana focuses on old age protection for unorganized workers?
PM-SYM
What is the minimum age for Atal Pension Yojana enrollment?
18 years
What is the health coverage amount under Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY per family per year?
₹5 lakhs
What is the full form of PMAY-G?
Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana – Gramin
What is the name of the scheme for economic empowerment of DNTs?
SEED
Which corporation focuses on financial and development for Scheduled Castes?
NSFDC
What is the name of the scheme for supporting marginalized individuals for livelihood and enterprise?
SMILE
What is the name of the scholarship scheme for OBCs and others?
PM-YASASVI
The Prevention of Atrocities Act applies to which communities?
SC & ST
What is the one-time cash assistance for identified manual scavengers?
₹40,000
Which country became India's largest oil supplier by mid-2025?
Russia
What percentage of India's oil imports now come from Russia by mid-2025?
35-40%
Which type of Indian refiners reportedly paused Russian oil purchases in July 2025?
State-run refiners
India is building nuclear plants with which country's state-owned Rosatom?
Russia
How many times has PM Modi met Vladimir Putin over the last decade (up to July 2025)?
17 times
Which country is India's largest importer of Russian arms?
India
What is the proposed capital expenditure in FY2025-26 as a percentage of GDP?
3.1%
