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Daily Current Affairs
14 & 15 December, 2025
1. The SHANTI Bill, 2025 is primarily aimed at achieving which long-term target?
A. Net-zero carbon emissions by 2030
B. 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047
C. Complete privatisation of nuclear energy
D. Export of nuclear reactors
E. Replacement of thermal power plants
Answer: B
Explanation: The SHANTI Bill aims to enable large-scale nuclear expansion and achieve 100 GW nuclear power capacity by 2047, aligning with India’s long-term energy transition goals.
2. Which ministry introduced the Atomic Energy Bill, 2025 (SHANTI Bill)?
A. Ministry of Power
B. Ministry of Science & Technology
C. Ministry of Heavy Industries
D. Department of Atomic Energy under PMO
E. Ministry of Environment
Answer: D
Explanation: The Bill was introduced by the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), which functions directly under the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).
3. India’s rank in the Stanford Global AI Vibrancy Index 2025 is:
A. 1st
B. 2nd
C. 3rd
D. 5th
E. 7th
Answer: C
Explanation: India ranked 3rd globally, jumping from 7th position earlier, reflecting rapid progress in AI preparedness and ecosystem development.
4. The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025 seeks to replace which of the following bodies?
- UGC
- AICTE
- NCTE
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1 and 3 only
E. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: E
Explanation: The Bill proposes replacing UGC, AICTE and NCTE with a single umbrella higher education regulator, in line with NEP 2020.
5. Which newly added Ramsar site lies within the buffer zone of Sariska Tiger Reserve?
A. Chilika Lake
B. Kopra Jalashay
C. Sambhar Lake
D. Siliserh Lake
E. Keoladeo National Park
Answer: D
Explanation: Siliserh Lake (Rajasthan) lies in the buffer zone of Sariska Tiger Reserve and supports rich biodiversity including endangered species.
6. Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) were established primarily to:
A. Replace cooperative banks
B. Finance large industries
C. Bridge rural credit gaps
D. Promote urban banking
E. Support foreign trade
Answer: C
Explanation: RRBs were created to bridge the gap between rural credit demand and formal banking services, especially for farmers and artisans.
7. Under the tripartite ownership structure of RRBs, which entity holds the largest share?
A. State Government
B. Sponsor Bank
C. NABARD
D. Central Government
E. RBI
Answer: D
Explanation: The Central Government holds 50% share, followed by sponsor banks (35%) and state governments (15%).
8. SEBI’s proposed margin reforms aim to reduce which margin component for hedged positions on non-expiry days?
A. SPAN margin
B. Settlement margin
C. Exposure margin
D. Extreme Loss Margin (ELM)
E. Delivery margin
Answer: D
Explanation: SEBI is considering reducing ELM from 2% to 0.5–1% for hedged positions on non-expiry days to encourage longer-term trades.
9. The ATM (Any Time Money) model adopted by the Borole family focuses on:
A. Mono-cropping of cash crops
B. Contract farming
C. Diversified cropping for continuous income
D. Export-oriented farming
E. Mechanised large-scale farming
Answer: C
Explanation: The ATM model promotes diversified farming to ensure regular income throughout the year and reduce risk.
10. Which institution initiated the JIVA Programme supporting natural farming in Marathwada?
A. Ministry of Agriculture
B. ICAR
C. NABARD
D. FAO
E. State Government of Maharashtra
Answer: C
Explanation: The JIVA Programme was initiated by NABARD to promote agroecological and climate-resilient farming practices.
