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251. Which country has officially become a full member (10th) of the BRICS group of emerging economies recently?
[A] Indonesia
[B] Cuba
[C] Vietnam
[D] Thailand
Correct Answer: A [Indonesia]
Notes:
Indonesia is now the 10th full member of the BRICS group of emerging economies. Brazil, which will lead BRICS in 2025, shared this news, highlighting that BRICS leaders supported Indonesia’s membership at the 2023 summit in Johannesburg. Joining BRICS fits with the goals of reforming global governance and enhancing collaboration among Global South countries, which are important for Brazil’s presidency. This addition is a notable step in the changing landscape of global economic influence.
252. Genome India Data Conclave held at which place recently?
[A] Gandhinagar
[B] Hyderabad
[C] New Delhi
[D] Bengaluru
Correct Answer: C [New Delhi]
Notes:
India has made significant strides towards achieving self-sufficiency in the field of genomics. During the Genome India Data Conclave held in New Delhi, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced that the country now possesses its own genomic data. This milestone is crucial for India, as it diminishes dependence on international genomic resources. The initiative is designed to foster progress in personalized healthcare and medical research. At the conclave, the Indian Genomic Data Set was introduced, alongside the launch of the ‘Framework for Exchange of Data Protocols (FeED)’ and the Indian Biological Data Centre (IBDC) Portals. These platforms will grant researchers worldwide access to 10,000 whole genome samples, thereby enhancing research capabilities through the provision of essential genetic information.
253. Which city is the host of the regional conference on drug trafficking and national security?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Gandhinagar
[C] Hyderabad
[D] Bengaluru
Correct Answer: A [New Delhi]
Notes:
In January 2025, India is stepping up its battle against drug trafficking. The Union Home Minister, Amit Shah, will host a regional conference in New Delhi to discuss how drug trafficking affects national security. This is part of a larger plan under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Zero Tolerance Policy on drugs. The Drug Disposal Fortnight will take place from January 11 to January 25, 2025. During this time, officials will destroy 44,792 kilograms of confiscated drugs, valued at around Rs 2411 crore. This initiative shows the government’s dedication to tackling drug-related problems.
254. Which country is the host of 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of Parliaments of Commonwealth Countries (CSPOC)?
[A] France
[B] Germany
[C] Iceland
[D] India
Correct Answer: D [India]
Notes:
India is set to host the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of Parliaments (CSPOC) for Commonwealth Countries in 2026. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla made this announcement during the CSPOC Standing Committee Meeting in Guernsey. The conference will address topics like artificial intelligence and social media, and their impact on parliamentary functions. India has previously hosted CSPOC in 1970-71, 1986, and 2010, highlighting its rich cultural heritage and contemporary progress.
255. Who will be attend the AI Action Summit in Paris on February 10-11, 2025 from India?
[A] President Droupadi Murmu
[B] Prime Minister Narendra Modi
[C] Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
[D] External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar
Correct Answer: B [Prime Minister Narendra Modi]
Notes:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be at the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Summit in Paris on February 10-11, 2025. The summit, organized by French President Emmanuel Macron, seeks to encourage global discussions on AI, uniting leaders to talk about innovation, regulations, and the future of AI technologies.
256. Which city will host South India’s first Infectious Disease Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (IRDL)?
[A] Hyderabad
[B] Amaravati
[C] Chennai
[D] Bengaluru
Correct Answer: D [Bengaluru]
Notes:
Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI) has been chosen by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to set up the first Infectious Disease Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (IRDL) in South India. This project aims to improve the region’s ability to diagnose and research infectious diseases. The lab will concentrate on illnesses caused by bacteria, fungi, and parasites, allowing for quicker diagnoses and better healthcare results. This initiative is part of a broader national plan to create specialized laboratories in medical colleges throughout India.
257. The Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025 is a reimagined version of which event?
[A] International Youth Summit
[B] Khelo India Youth Games
[C] Pravasi Bharatiya Divas
[D] National Youth Festival
Correct Answer: D [National Youth Festival]
Notes:
The Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025 took place on January 11-12, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, celebrating the 162nd birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. On January 11, 2025, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, the Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, will officially open the event. On January 12, 2025, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will interact with 3,000 energetic young leaders from all over India, chosen through a merit-based selection process from more than 3 million applicants.
258. Which city will host the AI Action Summit 2025?
[A] Paris
[B] Geneva
[C] London
[D] New York
Correct Answer: A [Paris]
Notes:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be at the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Summit in Paris on February 10-11, 2025. The summit, organized by French President Emmanuel Macron, seeks to encourage global discussions on AI, uniting leaders to talk about innovation, regulations, and the future of AI technologies.
259. The Bharat Climate Forum 2025 was held in which place recently?
[A] Hyderabad
[B] Bengaluru
[C] New Delhi
[D] Kolkata
Correct Answer: C [New Delhi]
Notes:
The Bharat Climate Forum 2025 took place in New Delhi on January 10, 2025. This initiative was established to assist India in reaching its climate objectives while fostering economic self-sufficiency. The forum serves as a national platform designed to promote the advancement of clean technology manufacturing within the country. It was organized by the Centre for Indigenous Economic Understanding (CIEU) in collaboration with Dalberg Advisors. Support for the forum was provided by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), NITI Aayog, and the International Solar Alliance (ISA). The overarching goal of the forum is to stimulate sustainable economic development and innovation.
260. Which country hosted the 5th ASEAN Digital Ministers’ Meeting (ADGMIN) in January 2025?
[A] Japan
[B] Singapore
[C] Australia
[D] Thailand
Correct Answer: D [Thailand]
Notes:
Thailand was the venue for the 5th ASEAN Digital Ministers’ Meeting (ADGMIN), which took place from January 13 to 17 in Bangkok. The delegation from the ASEAN Secretariat was led by the ASEAN Secretary-General, Kao Kim Hourn. As the chair of ADGMIN for 2025, Thailand organized this meeting, which aims to promote the development of ASEAN as a digital community and economic bloc, in accordance with the ASEAN Digital Masterplan 2025.
