1. The headquarters of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) is in ----------.
a) Manila, Philippines
b) Shanghai, China
c) New Delhi, India
d) Tokyo, Japan
Answer. a) Manila, Philippines
2. " Operation Spider Web" often makes headlines; it was launched by which country?
a) Russia
b) Ukraine
c) USA
d) Israel
Answer: b) Ukraine
Context: Ukraine executed Operation Spider’s Web, its largest drone offensive, destroying $7 billion worth of Russian aircraft.
Key facts about Operation Spider Web:
It was a high-precision, long-range drone operation, launched by Ukraine to destroy Russia’s strategic bomber fleet.
It was planned over 18 months by the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU).
117 explosive-laden drones were involved in the operation.
Drones were concealed in wooden sheds on civilian trucks ( like a Trojan Horse ).
3. "UMEED Portal" often makes headlines; It is related to ------
a) Waqf Properties
b) Employment generation
c) Triple Talaq
d) Madrasa Education
Answer. a) Waqf Properties;
Context: The Centre will launch the UMEED Portal on 6 June 2025 to digitize and streamline Waqf property registration in line with the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025.
UMEED stands for Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency, and Development.
4. Village " Raja Khas" often makes headlines. Where is it located?
a) Uttar Pradesh
b) Bihar
c) Himachal Pradesh
d) Uttarakhand
Answer. c) Himachal Pradesh;
Context: Raja Khas village in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, has been declared the state’s first solar model village, aimed at rural energy self-reliance.
Key geographical facts about Himachal Pradesh:
Location: Northern India, in the western Himalayas.
Capital: Shimla (summer), Dharamshala (winter).
Borders: J&K, Punjab, Haryana, Uttarakhand, and Tibet (China).
Major Rivers: Sutlej, Beas, Ravi, Chenab, Yamuna.
Highest Peak: Reo Purgyil (6,816 m).
Natural Hazards: Landslides, earthquakes, and floods.
5. How many Ramsar wetlands are in India? ( As on 05-JUNE-2025)
a) 75
b) 78
c) 89
d) 91
Answer. d) 91;
India has added two new Ramsar Sites—Menar (Udaipur) and Khichan (Phalodi) ahead of World Environment Day.
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