1 ALL EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 04.08.2025 DAILY QUIZ 1 / 10 What is the objective of "Saksham Niveshkar" campaign? To promote digital payments To provide tax relief To help in dividend claim and KYC update To launch insurance schemes Explanation The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) has launched a 100-day nationwide campaign named “Saksham Niveshak” to facilitate the process of claiming unpaid dividends and updating KYC (Know Your Customer) details. Objectives of the Campaign To assist investors in claiming their pending dividends, shares, and other investments. To encourage timely KYC updates in investor accounts. To raise awareness about investor rights and financial protection. What is IEPFA IEPFA functions under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India. Its main goals include Educating investors about financial matters Returning unclaimed dividends and shares to rightful investors Empowering investors through awareness campaigns 2 / 10 Starlink is a project of which company? Amazon Blue Origin SpaceX Google Explanation The Government of India has granted Elon Musk’s company SpaceX official permission to launch its satellite internet service, Starlink, in the country. This move is considered a significant step toward extending digital connectivity to remote and rural areas of India. Starlink Starlink is a project by SpaceX aimed at: Providing fast and stable internet connectivity worldwide Using a network of thousands of small satellites in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) 3 / 10 Who has been appointed as the new Vice-Chief of the Indian Army? Lt. Gen. NS Raja Subramani Lt. Gen. Pushpendra Singh Lt. Gen. Manoj Pande Lt. Gen. Deependra Singh Explanation Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh has been appointed as the Vice-Chief of Army Staff and officially assumed charge on 1 August. He succeeded Lt Gen NS Rajasubramani, who assumed office on July 1, 2024. With over 35 years of distinguished service in the Indian Army, Mr. Singh brings immense operational experience, having participated in operations like Pawan, Meghdoot, Rakshak, and Orchid. His international service includes peacekeeping missions under the United Nations in Lebanon and Sri Lanka. Mr Singh has held various leadership roles throughout his career, including serving as the General Officer Commanding of the Rising Star Corps from April 2022. 4 / 10 Which is the first Indian state to launch a Sabbatical Leave Scheme for government employees? Sikkim Kerala Uttarakhand Meghalaya Explanation Sikkim has become the first state in India to introduce a Sabbatical Leave Scheme for its state government employees. The scheme is designed to offer employees a fixed period of leave to focus on mental health, personal development, or family responsibilities. Key Features of the Scheme Eligible government employees can avail paid or partially paid leave ranging from 3 to 12 months Purpose of leave may include Health recovery Higher education Family responsibilities Mental rejuvenation The leave will be available after completing a minimum number of years in service (e.g., after 10 years) Objectives To reduce burnout among government staff To promote a better work-life balance To enhance long-term employee productivity 5 / 10 Pramila Medhe was associated with which organization? Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Bharatiya Janata Party Ramakrishna Mission Seva Bharati Explanation Pramila Medhe, a senior pracharak (worker) of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and former chief of its women’s wing, passed away at the age of 97 on July 31. She was closely associated with the Rashtra Sevika Samiti, the women’s counterpart of RSS, and dedicated her entire life to nation-building and service through organization. Pramila Medhe Pramila Medhe hailed from Maharashtra. She served as the Pramukh Sanchalika (chief) of Rashtra Sevika Samiti, an organization inspired by RSS ideology. She made significant contributions in the areas of women empowerment, education, and promotion of cultural values. She was known as a disciplined leader, powerful orator, and selfless teacher within the Sangh. 6 / 10 Under Project 17A, which ship has recently been received by the Indian Navy? INS Vikrant First ship of the Talwar-class INS Arihant Third ship of the Nilgiri-class Explanation The Indian Navy has officially received the third warship of the Nilgiri-class under Project 17A. The ship was indigenously built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) and is expected to significantly enhance the Navy’s stealth capabilities and maritime warfare strength. What is Project 17A Project 17A is an initiative to build next-generation stealth frigates, upgraded from the earlier Shivalik-class. A total of 7 warships are being constructed: 4 by MDL, Mumbai 3 by GRSE, Kolkata These ships are equipped with advanced sensors, radars, missile systems, and stealth features. Key Features of the Third Ship Advanced weapon systems High stealth capability to avoid enemy radar Long-range surveillance and strike capability • State-of-the-art navigation and communication technology for complex maritime operations 7 / 10 What position has Professor Michele Dougherty been appointed to? UK Space Minister Vice-Chancellor of Cambridge NASA Scientific Advisor Royal Astronomer Explanation Professor Michele Dougherty has made history by becoming the first woman in over 350 years to be appointed as the Royal Astronomer of the United Kingdom — a position considered one of the highest honors in British astronomy. Michele Dougherty Michele Dougherty is a renowned space physicist. She played a crucial role in NASA's Cassini-Huygens mission, which studied Saturn and its moons. She is currently a professor at Imperial College London. Role of Royal Astronomer The position was established in 1675. Its original purpose was to assist the British Navy with navigation and timekeeping using astronomy. Until now, only male scientists had held this position. 8 / 10 On which date has Ladakh declared Clean-Up Drive Day? August 12 June 5 September 15 October 2 Explanation In a major step towards environmental protection, the Ladakh administration has officially declared August 12 as “Clean-Up Drive Day”. This day will be dedicated to the cleaning and conservation of the Indus River, the lifeline of the region. Purpose of this initiative The Indus River plays a vital role in Ladakh’s ecology, culture, and water supply. The objective is to reduce growing pollution and waste along the riverbanks. To engage local communities, youth, and volunteers in cleaning activities. To organize mass clean-up drives, remove plastic waste, and raise awareness. 9 / 10 Cabinet has approved _________ for the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana. ₹5000 crore ₹8840 crore ₹6520 crore ₹10000 crore Explanation Cabinet has approved ₹6520 crore for the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY). This funding is allocated for the 15th Finance Commission period. An additional ₹1920 crore is included to continue existing projects under PMKSY. ₹1000 crore will be spent to build 50 Multi-Product Food Irradiation Units. These units fall under the Integrated Cold Chain and Value Addition Infrastructure (ICCVAI) component of the scheme. 100 food testing labs will also be established. These labs will have NABL certification and come under the Food Safety and Quality Assurance Infrastructure (FSQAI) component. ₹920 crore has been set aside for funding various other projects within PMKSY during this period. The Cabinet also approved a new Central Sector Scheme titled “Grant-in-Aid to National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC).” This scheme has an outlay of ₹2000 crore. It will run from 2025–26 to 2028–29. With this aid, NCDC will raise ₹20,000 crore from the open market over four years. 10 / 10 How much additional funding has been allocated to continue existing projects under PMKSY? ₹1,520 crore ₹2,520 crore ₹2,920 crore ₹1,920 crore Explanation Cabinet has approved ₹6520 crore for the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY). This funding is allocated for the 15th Finance Commission period. An additional ₹1920 crore is included to continue existing projects under PMKSY. ₹1000 crore will be spent to build 50 Multi-Product Food Irradiation Units. These units fall under the Integrated Cold Chain and Value Addition Infrastructure (ICCVAI) component of the scheme. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation UPSC ENGLISH QUIZ 25.07.2025 UPSC ENGLISH QUIZ 04.08.2025