03 March 2025 Current Affairs MCQs
Who has recently launched the ‘Athena’ lunar mission?
A. ISRO
B. Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)
C. European Space Agency (ESA)
D. NASA ✅
Answer: NASA
Explanation: Recently, NASA launched its ‘Athena’ lunar mission aimed at conducting new research on the Moon’s surface.
How many medals have been awarded to Indian Coast Guard (ICG) personnel by the Defense Minister recently?
A. 25
B. 32 ✅
C. 40
D. 42
Answer: 32
Explanation: 32 personnel of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) were awarded medals by the Defense Minister for their bravery and service.
Which country has recently signed an economic agreement with America for the exploitation and trade of rare minerals?
A. Ukraine ✅
B. China
C. India
D. Singapore
Answer: Ukraine
Explanation: Ukraine has signed an economic agreement with the USA for the mining and trade of rare minerals.
Where has Asia’s first Hyperloop competition been concluded by the Railway Minister recently?
A. Andhra Pradesh
B. Chennai ✅
C. Rajasthan
D. Maharashtra
Answer: Chennai
Explanation: Asia’s first Hyperloop competition was organized in Chennai, promoting future transportation technology.
Who has recently launched the Financial Literacy Week 2025 for the inclusion of women?
A. Finance Minister
B. Women and Child Development Minister
C. Niti Aayog
D. Reserve Bank of India (RBI) ✅
Answer: RBI
Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) launched Financial Literacy Week 2025 to promote financial inclusion for women.
When was ‘International Bear Day’ celebrated recently?
A. 25 February
B. 26 February
C. 27 February ✅
D. 28 February
Answer: 27 February
Explanation: International Bear Day is celebrated every year on February 27 to raise awareness about bear conservation.
Which country has recently sent 26 tons of humanitarian aid to tropical storm-affected Honduras?
A. India ✅
B. America
C. Singapore
D. Brazil
Answer: India
Explanation: India has sent 26 tons of humanitarian aid to Honduras to help those affected by the tropical storm.
Recently, __ installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana has been released by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
A. 17th
B. 18th
C. 19th ✅
D. 20th
Answer: 19th
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the 19th installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, benefiting millions of farmers.
In which of the following states will the ‘Pragati Path’ scheme be started to improve the rural road network?
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Bihar
C. Karnataka ✅
D. Jharkhand
Answer: Karnataka
Explanation: The Karnataka government is launching the ‘Pragati Path’ scheme to improve the rural road network.
Who has recently launched the ‘One Nation, One Port Process’ initiative?
A. President Droupadi Murmu
B. Prime Minister Narendra Modi
C. Ports, Shipping and Waterways Minister Sarbananda Sonowal ✅
D. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh
Answer: Sarbananda Sonowal
Explanation: Sarbananda Sonowal launched the ‘One Nation, One Port Process’ initiative to streamline port management in India.
On which date is ‘World Civil Defense Day’ celebrated every year?
A. 26 February
B. 27 February
C. 28 February
D. 01 March ✅
Answer: 01 March
Explanation: World Civil Defense Day is observed on March 1 every year to raise awareness about emergency services and disaster management.
Where was the three-day ‘National Horticulture Fair’ organized recently?
A. Nashik
B. Bengaluru ✅
C. Nagpur
D. Dehradun
Answer: Bengaluru
Explanation: The National Horticulture Fair was recently organized in Bengaluru, showcasing the latest horticultural techniques and research.
How much investment was received in the recent MP Global Investors Summit?
A. 22.3 lakh crore rupees
B. 24.1 lakh crore rupees ✅
C. 26.6 lakh crore rupees
D. 27.9 lakh crore rupees
Answer: 24.1 lakh crore rupees
Explanation: Recently, ₹24.1 lakh crore investment was received in the MP Global Investors Summit, boosting economic development in the state.
Where has the military exercise ‘Athle Defense 2025’ been organized recently?
A. Chennai
B. Bet Dwarka ✅
C. Gandhinagar
D. Pune
Answer: Bet Dwarka
Explanation: The ‘Athle Defense 2025’ military exercise was recently conducted in Bet Dwarka, Gujarat, with participation from the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
Recently, the police of which state/union territory has registered the first e-FIR through email?
A. New Delhi
B. Maharashtra
C. Jammu & Kashmir ✅
D. Kolkata
Answer: Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation: Jammu & Kashmir Police recently registered its first e-FIR through email, promoting digital policing.