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Current Affairs
Based on The Assam Tribune and Indian Express
1. What is the power generation capacity of the
first phase of the Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project set to be commissioned
by mid-June 2025?
A) 500 MW
B) 750 MW
C) 1000 MW
D) 2000 MW
Answer:
B) 750 MW
The first phase of the Subansiri project will generate 750 MW, out of its total
planned capacity of 2000 MW.
The project aims to be fully operational by May 2026, contributing
significantly to power supply in Assam and other states.
2. What is the title of the new biography about
Himanta Biswa Sarma?
A)
Himantar Itihas
B) Assamor Nayak
C) Natun Axomor Swapnadrastra
D) Axomor Biplobi
Answer:
C) Natun Axomor Swapnadrastra
The book Natun Axomor Swapnadrastra: Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma is authored
by Anjan Nath and explores the CM’s life and political contributions.
It was launched at the Assam Secretariat with the CM himself attending the
event.
3. What major flaw was reported in Guwahati's
rainwater harvesting systems by ARIEDA?
A) High
maintenance cost
B) Excessive percolation
C) Surface water accumulation
D) Underground pipe bursts
Answer:
C) Surface water accumulation
ARIEDA stated that instead of recharging groundwater, the systems are causing
stormwater to accumulate, leading to floods.
Amendments to the building bye-laws are being drafted with expert input.
4. Which wildlife expert and conservationist passed
away at age 73?
A) M.
Krishnan
B) Valmik Thapar
C) Kailash Sankhala
D) Romulus Whitaker
Answer:
B) Valmik Thapar
Valmik Thapar was a prominent figure in tiger conservation, co-founding the
Ranthambore Foundation and writing extensively on wildlife.
He worked closely with the Tiger Task Force and was globally respected for his
environmental work.
5. Where did the PCBA open its third regional
office?
A)
Tinsukia
B) Jorhat
C) Golaghat
D) Dibrugarh
Answer:
C) Golaghat
The Pollution Control Board of Assam inaugurated its third regional office at
Golaghat, aiming to strengthen environmental monitoring.
The facility replaces a previously rented office in Tinsukia.
6. What is the name of the new cave fish species
discovered in Meghalaya?
A)
Schistura meghalayaensis
B) Schistura khasi
C) Schistura dhenawa
D) Schistura loachi
Answer:
C) Schistura dhenawa
Gauhati University researchers discovered Schistura dhenawa, a
cave-adapted species with no pigmentation or eyesight.
It was found in limestone caves and marks the ninth such discovery by the team.
7. Which Assamese film won the Dadasaheb Phalke
Film Puraskar in the women’s category?
A)
Xondhiyar
B) Tamaswini
C) Konikar Ramdhenu
D) Maj Rati Keteki
Answer:
B) Tamaswini
Tamaswini, directed by Hemanta Kumar Das and starring Dr. Anamika
Kaliya, portrays the colonial-era struggles of rural women.
It was also recognized by the Maharashtra government for its thematic depth.
8. What talent show did Assam’s Binita Chetry
become the second runner-up in?
A)
India’s Got Talent
B) Dance India Dance
C) Britain’s Got Talent
D) America’s Got Talent
Answer:
C) Britain’s Got Talent
Nine-year-old Binita Chetry from Karbi Anglong became the second runner-up in Britain’s
Got Talent, wowing audiences with her fusion performance.
She made history as the first Indian to reach the show’s final stage.
9. Who is set to become India’s second astronaut in
space?
A) Rakesh
Sharma
B) Dr. Vikram Singh
C) Dr. Shubhanshu Shukla
D) Ritu Karidhal
Answer:
C) Dr. Shubhanshu Shukla
Dr. Shukla will fly aboard Axiom Space’s mission from Florida on June 8,
becoming India’s second astronaut after Rakesh Sharma.
He will participate in microgravity research aboard the ISS.
10. Who was recently appointed Editor of Dainik
Asam?
A) Dr.
Hitesh Deka
B) Dileep Chandan
C) Homen Borgohain
D) Bitopan Saikia
Answer:
B) Dileep Chandan
Veteran journalist Dileep Chandan, former Editor of Asom Bani, has taken
over as Editor of Dainik Asam.
He has written 24 books and won several journalism and literary awards.
11. What is the title of the newly released
Assamese book translating English poems from NCERT classes 8–12?
A)
Kobitar Path
B) Sristr Ananta Kolat
C) Xixur Kobita
D) Kobita Xonkolon
Answer:
B) Sristr Ananta Kolat
The book Sristr Ananta Kolat, translated by KK Sen, was launched at
Gauhati Press Club and contains translations of NCERT English poems.
The work aims to help weaker learners grasp literary content better in
Assamese.
12. Who was felicitated as the new Singpho king of
Tirap Mauza?
A) Bisa
Nong Singpho
B) Bisa Arun Singpho
C) Duwa Bisa Mung Dung Gam Singpho
D) Gam Bisa Nong Dung
Answer:
C) Duwa Bisa Mung Dung Gam Singpho
Duwa Bisa Mung Dung Gam Singpho succeeded his late father as king and was
honored by three Tai Ahom organizations.
The event was held at Bisa Gaon in Tinsukia district and featured cultural
performances.
13. Where did India and Japan hold talks to enhance
maritime ties?
A) Tokyo
B) New Delhi
C) Geneva
D) Oslo
Answer:
D) Oslo
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal met Japanese officials in Oslo to discuss
joint maritime development and island connectivity.
The plan includes turning Lakshadweep and Andaman & Nicobar into “Smart
Islands.”
14. How many S-400 air defense systems has India
received so far from Russia out of five?
A) 1
B) 2
C) 3
D) 4
Answer:
C) 3
India signed a deal for five S-400 units in 2018, and Russia confirmed three
have already been delivered.
The remaining systems will arrive by 2025–26, with broader defense cooperation
also discussed.
15. Whose birth anniversary will be celebrated by
the Govt Pensioners’ Association on June 6?
A)
Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed
B) Bishnu Prasad Rabha
C) Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi
D) Tarun Gogoi
Answer:
C) Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi
The event at Chandmari will honor Bordoloi, Assam’s first CM and key figure in
preserving Assam’s territorial unity during partition talks.
He was awarded the Bharat Ratna posthumously for his contributions.
16. Who won the “Champion of Champions” title at
the 5th National Armwrestling Championship?
A)
Nilofar Ahmed
B) Arifa Begum
C) Sushila Devi
D) Rimjhim Das
Answer:
A) Nilofar Ahmed
Nilofar Ahmed of Assam won the senior women’s gold and Champion of Champions
title in Bengaluru.
She will now represent India in the international armwrestling championship in
Azerbaijan.
17. Which chess player defeated Magnus Carlsen in
Norway Chess 2025?
A) Arjun
Erigaisi
B) R. Praggnanandhaa
C) Vidit Gujrathi
D) R. Gukesh
Answer:
D) D. Gukesh
Gukesh beat World Champion Carlsen in Round 6, closing the points gap and
boosting his confidence.
The win was a major highlight in Gukesh’s rising international chess career.
18. Who did RCB defeat in the IPL 2025 final to win
their first title?
A)
Chennai Super Kings
B) Rajasthan Royals
C) Punjab Kings
D) Mumbai Indians
Answer:
C) Punjab Kings
RCB beat Punjab Kings by 6 runs to secure their first-ever IPL trophy after an
18-year wait.
Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar were key contributors in the batting innings.
19. Which organization is BSF partnering with to
secure the Sundarbans stretch of the Bangladesh border?
A) ISRO
B) DRDO
C) NDRF
D) CSIR
Answer:
B) DRDO
BSF is working with DRDO to deploy tech-based solutions like drones, sensors,
and satellite monitoring to secure the Sundarbans.
The project is part of broader efforts under “Operation Sagar.”
20. What is the key objective of the Aravalli Green
Project launched by PM Modi?
A) Reduce
forest fires
B) Expand agriculture
C) Combat desertification
D) Improve tourism
Answer:
C) Combat desertification
The Aravalli Green Project, launched on World Environment Day, aims to restore
over 16 lakh hectares of degraded land.
It supports India’s UNCCD goal to reverse land degradation through
afforestation.
21. Which Indian shipyard signed an MoU with
Norway’s Kongsberg to co-build India’s first Polar Research Vessel (PRV)?
A) Cochin
Shipyard
B) Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers
C) Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders
D) Hindustan Shipyard
Answer:
B) Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers
GRSE signed the pact in Oslo to co-design and build India's first indigenous
PRV, supporting polar research.
It aligns with India’s Make in India initiative and expands strategic polar
presence.
22. What is the name of the initiative highlighted
by Minister Sonowal that focuses on maritime growth and security?
A) Blue
Economy Vision
B) Make in Ocean
C) SAGAR
D) Suraksha Sagar
Answer:
C) SAGAR
Sonowal emphasized SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) to promote
India's maritime development and partnerships.
It’s a key foreign policy vision focused on oceanic cooperation and security.
23. What will be the main function of India’s first
polar research vessel?
A) Arctic
oil exploration
B) Naval patrolling
C) Floating research laboratory
D) Submarine detection
Answer:
C) Floating research laboratory
The PRV will conduct studies in oceanography, marine life, and climate change
in polar regions.
It will also support Indian stations like Bharati, Maitri, and Himadri.
24. Why was the Axiom-4 mission launch postponed to
June 10?
A) Fuel
shortage
B) Technical glitch
C) Weather concerns
D) Crew unprepared
Answer:
C) Weather concerns
The launch delay was due to bad weather forecast during final preparations of
the Falcon 9 and Dragon capsule.
Safety of crew during launch is a top priority in space missions.
25. Where is the Indian-built PRV expected to be
constructed?
A)
Visakhapatnam
B) Kochi
C) Kolkata
D) Mumbai
Answer:
C) Kolkata
GRSE’s shipyard in Kolkata will build the PRV, integrating scientific gear and
research infrastructure.
It’s one of India's leading defense shipbuilders.
26. How long is the Axiom-4 crew expected to stay
aboard the ISS?
A) 3 days
B) 9 days
C) 15 days
D) 30 days
Answer:
B) 9 days
The Axiom-4 crew will stay for approximately nine days, conducting microgravity
experiments.
The mission includes scientific contributions from multiple countries.