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Daily Current Affairs
24 October, 2025
1. Which ministry launched the “Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR)” program in India?
A. Ministry of Electronics and IT
B. Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE)
C. Ministry of Education only
D. Ministry of Science and Technology
E. NITI Aayog
Answer: B. Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE)
Explanation: The SOAR program was launched by MSDE in coordination with the Ministry of Education to promote AI literacy among students (Classes 6–12) and educators as part of the Skill India Mission.
2. The Intrusion Detection System (IDS) introduced by the Northeast Frontier Railway primarily aims to —
A. Detect human trespassing on railway tracks
B. Prevent train–elephant collisions using AI and sensors
C. Monitor railway speed violations
D. Track freight train movement
E. Detect track defects using drones
Answer: B. Prevent train–elephant collisions using AI and sensors
Explanation: The IDS uses vibration-sensitive fibre optic cables to detect elephants or large animals near railway tracks and sends real-time alerts to prevent accidents.
3. NITI Aayog’s report “Coast is Clear for Doing Business Sustainably” proposes reducing the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) limit from —
A. 1000 m to 500 m
B. 500 m to 200 m
C. 200 m to 50 m
D. 800 m to 300 m
E. 700 m to 400 m
Answer: B. 500 m to 200 m
Explanation: NITI Aayog proposed reducing the CRZ limit from 500 meters to 200 meters from the high-tide line to unlock coastal land for economic activities while balancing environmental concerns.
4. The blackbuck, which has made a comeback in Chhattisgarh’s Barnawapara Sanctuary, is listed under which IUCN category?
A. Endangered
B. Critically Endangered
C. Vulnerable
D. Near Threatened
E. Least Concern
Answer: D. Near Threatened
Explanation: The blackbuck is classified as Near Threatened (NT) on the IUCN Red List. It was locally extinct in Chhattisgarh in 2017 but revived under a five-year conservation plan (2021–26).
5. India’s ‘#23for23’ initiative launched on International Snow Leopard Day 2025 recorded how many snow leopards in the first national census?
A. 515
B. 618
C. 718
D. 820
E. 900
Answer: C. 718
Explanation: The first-ever National Snow Leopard Census under the ‘#23for23’ initiative found 718 snow leopards across the Indian Himalayan region. The campaign aimed to raise awareness and involve citizens in conservation efforts.
6. The new Bank Nomination Rules 2025 allow depositors to nominate up to how many persons for their bank accounts?
A. Two
B. Three
C. Four
D. Five
E. Six
Answer: C. Four
Explanation: Under the Banking Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025 (effective November 1, 2025), customers can nominate up to four individuals with clearly defined entitlement shares, ensuring transparency and faster claim settlements.
7. The Microfinance Institutions Network (MFIN) has capped the maximum number of lenders per borrower at —
A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
E. 6
Answer: B. 3
Explanation: To prevent borrower over-indebtedness, MFIN fixed the limit at three lenders per borrower from April 1, 2025, ensuring responsible lending and financial stability in the microfinance sector.
8. As of September 2025, India’s total gold reserves held by RBI stood at approximately —
A. 650 tonnes
B. 720 tonnes
C. 800 tonnes
D. 880 tonnes
E. 950 tonnes
Answer: D. 880 tonnes
Explanation: RBI’s total gold reserves reached 880 tonnes, valued around $95 billion. The RBI has been gradually increasing its gold holdings to hedge against global volatility and strengthen financial stability.
9. The AgriSURE Fund, launched by NABARD, primarily aims to —
A. Support large corporate farming projects
B. Promote agritech startups and innovation in agriculture
C. Provide fertilizer subsidies
D. Replace Kisan Credit Cards
E. Fund crop insurance schemes
Answer: B. Promote agritech startups and innovation in agriculture
Explanation: The AgriSURE Fund (Agriculture Sector Upscaling and Resilience Enhancement Fund) supports agritech startups, digital financial inclusion, and rural entrepreneurship for a sustainable agri-ecosystem.
10. NABARD’s AgriSURE Fund was first showcased at which major event?
A. Global AgriTech Summit 2025
B. World Economic Forum 2025
C. Global Fintech Festival (GFF) 2025
D. India Innovation Summit 2025
E. National Farmers’ Meet 2025
Answer: C. Global Fintech Festival (GFF) 2025
Explanation: NABARD announced its first investment under the AgriSURE Fund during the Global Fintech Festival (GFF) 2025, highlighting its commitment to fostering agritech and rural innovation.
