Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune and Indian Express
Q1. What percentage tariff did the US impose on Indian goods starting August 1?
A) 10%
B) 15%
C) 25%
D) 30%
Answer: C) 25%
Explanation: The US announced a 25% tariff on Indian goods starting August 1, aiming to pressure India on trade and its defense ties with Russia.
Related Info: Penalties also target India's purchase of Russian military equipment and oil.
Q2. In which field was the Governor’s Award given to Dr. Amar Upadhyaya?
A) Science
B) Social Work and Public Affairs
C) Medicine
D) Sports
Answer: B) Social Work and Public Affairs
Explanation: Dr. Upadhyaya from Dibrugarh University was honored for his social work initiatives like plantation drives and digital literacy.
Related Info: The award ceremony took place at Raj Bhavan, Guwahati.
Q3. Where is elephant Joymala currently kept illegally?
A) Assam State Zoo
B) Mysuru Temple
C) Arulmigu Nachiyar Temple, Tamil Nadu
D) Bannerghatta Sanctuary
Answer: C) Arulmigu Nachiyar Temple, Tamil Nadu
Explanation: Joymala, a 22-year-old elephant from Assam, is being kept chained in a temple in Tamil Nadu, prompting PETA to demand her rescue.
Related Info: PETA has installed a billboard in Dispur calling for her release.
Q4. Which institution developed a low-cost, smartphone-based device to detect TB?
A) IIT Guwahati
B) AIIMS Delhi
C) Tezpur University
D) NIT Silchar
Answer: C) Tezpur University
Explanation: A research team at Tezpur University led by Prof. Pabitra Nath developed an affordable TB detection device suited for rural areas.
Related Info: It costs less than ₹25,000 and works without stains or dyes.
Q5. Who is leading the Cambodian women’s wildlife conservation training?
A) Dr. Amar Upadhyaya
B) Dr. Purnima Devi Barman
C) Anika Wells
D) Debashish Roy
Answer: B) Dr. Purnima Devi Barman
Explanation: UNEP awardee Dr. Barman is leading a transformative program in Cambodia that trains 20 women rangers in conservation.
Related Info: It combines traditional knowledge with community-driven environmental strategies.
Know More: Purnima Devi Barman: Saving the Hargila and Empowering Communities
Q6. What is the name of the Earth observation satellite launched jointly by ISRO and NASA?
A) RISAT
B) CARTOSAT
C) NISAR
D) CHANDRAYAAN
Answer: C) NISAR
Explanation: NISAR (NASA-ISRO SAR) was launched using GSLV-F16 and is designed to monitor Earth's surface changes with radar imaging.
Related Info: It will be critical in tracking climate change, landslides, and natural disasters.
Know More: NISAR Satellite: Revolutionizing Earth Observation with NASA and ISRO
Q7. Who became the first Assamese to swim the English Channel twice?
A) Devashish Thakur
B) Elvis Ali Hazarika
C) Anjan Hazarika
D) Bhupen Hazarika
Answer: B) Elvis Ali Hazarika
Explanation: Elvis swam the English Channel a second time in a 13-hour attempt, adding to his impressive long-distance swimming achievements.
Related Info: He has also crossed the Catalina Channel and Robben Island.
Q8. Which country has banned YouTube accounts for children under 16 starting December?
A) Canada
B) Australia
C) New Zealand
D) United Kingdom
Answer: B) Australia
Explanation: Australia announced that from December, children under 16 will not be allowed to create YouTube accounts as per new media laws.
Related Info: The law aims to regulate age-restricted platforms and improve online child safety.
Q9. Legionnaires’ disease, which was recently seen in news, is caused by which agent?
(A) Bacteria
(B) Virus
(C) Fungus
(D) Protozoa
Answer: (A) Bacteria
Explanation:
Legionnaires’ disease is a severe form of pneumonia caused by Legionella bacteria. It is contracted by inhaling contaminated water droplets. Outbreaks often occur in places like cooling towers or hot tubs.
Related Info:
Recently, cases of Legionnaires’ disease were reported in some regions, prompting public health alerts. It typically affects people with weakened immune systems.
Q10. e-SHRAM portal was launched by which ministry?
(A) Ministry of Science and Technology
(B) Ministry of Finance
(C) Ministry of Labour and Employment
(D) Ministry of Law and Justice
Answer: (C) Ministry of Labour and Employment
Explanation:
The e-SHRAM portal was launched to create a national database of unorganised workers. It enables better delivery of social security benefits. The initiative is handled by the Ministry of Labour and Employment.
Related Info:
The portal was launched in 2021 to help workers in the unorganised sector during COVID-19 recovery. Over 28 crore registrations have been recorded till now.
Q11. Gavri, a ritual and folk festival, is performed by which community?
(A) Santhal
(B) Bhil
(C) Garo
(D) Baiga
Answer: (B) Bhil
Explanation:
Gavri is a 40-day-long ritual and folk festival celebrated by the Bhil tribal community in Rajasthan’s Mewar region. It combines theatre, music, and spiritual performance.
Related Info:
This festival showcases Bhil traditions and resistance stories through vibrant costumes and mythological enactments. It is significant for cultural tourism in Rajasthan.
Q12. What initiative is being taken by the locals of Pathorichuk village in Majuli to combat riverbank erosion?
(A) Building concrete embankments
(B) Diverting river course
(C) Planting Kanchan trees
(D) Installing geotextile bags
Answer: (C) Planting Kanchan trees
Explanation:
To tackle riverbank erosion, locals in Pathorichuk village are planting Kanchan trees. These trees help stabilize the soil along the Brahmaputra’s banks.
Related Info:
Majuli is one of the world's largest river islands and highly prone to erosion. Community-based ecological efforts are gaining momentum here.