Daily Current Affairs – March 29, 2025 ✅

As of March 29, 2025, here are 10 current affairs questions along with their answers to keep you informed about recent developments in India:

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1. Which state government launched the AI-powered chatbot 'Sarathi' for easy access to government documents?

A) Haryana​
B) Rajasthan​
C) Gujarat​
D) Odisha​

Answer: A) Haryana​

​Explanation: The Haryana government introduced 'Sarathi,' an AI-powered chatbot designed to provide instant access to over 17,820 official documents, enhancing efficiency and transparency in digital governance. ​

2. India is considering removing import taxes on which U.S. energy product to increase imports and reduce its trade surplus with the U.S.?

A) Crude Oil​
B) Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)​
C) Coal​
D) Solar Panels​

Answer: B) Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)​

​Explanation: India is contemplating the removal of import taxes on U.S. LNG to boost imports and address its trade surplus with the U.S., which stood at $45.4 billion last year. This initiative aims to make U.S. LNG more competitively priced and aligns with India's commitment to increase U.S. energy purchases. ​

3. The Indian Army is raising the 72 Infantry Division under which corps?

A) 17 Mountain Strike Corps​
B) 14 Corps (Fire and Fury Corps)​
C) 33 Corps​
D) 4 Corps​

Answer: B) 14 Corps (Fire and Fury Corps)​

​Explanation: The Indian Army is establishing the 72 Infantry Division under the 14 Corps, also known as the Fire and Fury Corps, to strengthen its operational capabilities in the region. ​

4. What is the primary objective of the nationwide campaign launched by the Indian government on March 29, 2025?

A) Promote digital health records​
B) Enhance digital literacy​
C) Boost rural employment​
D) Increase renewable energy adoption​

Answer: A) Promote digital health records​

​Explanation: On March 29, 2025, the Indian government initiated a nationwide campaign aimed at promoting digital health records, enabling citizens to access their medical histories conveniently and securely. ​

5. India signed a contract worth over 627 billion rupees to purchase 156 units of which type of military equipment?

A) Light Combat Aircraft​
B) Light Combat Helicopters​
C) Main Battle Tanks​
D) Submarines​

Answer: B) Light Combat Helicopters​

​Explanation: India has signed a significant contract valued at over 627 billion rupees ($7.33 billion) to purchase 156 light combat Prachand helicopters for use by both the Indian Air Force and the Indian Army. ​

6. As of the end of February 2025, India's fiscal deficit reached what percentage of the full-year target?

A) 75.4%​
B) 80.2%​
C) 85.8%​
D) 90.1%​

Answer: C) 85.8%​

​Explanation: India's fiscal deficit for April-February reached 13.47 trillion rupees ($157.62 billion), accounting for 85.8% of the annual target. Net tax receipts for this period were 20.16 trillion rupees, indicating growth from the previous year's 18.49 trillion rupees. ​

7. Which Indian stock index experienced a 6.3% rise in March 2025, marking its best performance in 15 months?

A) BSE Sensex​
B) Nifty 50​
C) Nifty Midcap 100​
D) BSE SmallCap​

Answer: B) Nifty 50​

​Explanation: The Nifty 50 stock index in India experienced a sharp rise of 6.3% in March 2025, marking its best performance in 15 months and aiding a recovery from a historic five-month losing streak. This surge helped the Nifty 50 secure a 5.34% gain for the fiscal year ending in March 2025. ​

8. India's first Nano Electronics Roadshow was inaugurated at which institution?

A) IIT Bombay​
B) IIT Madras​
C) IISc Bengaluru​
D) IIT Delhi​

Answer: C) IISc Bengaluru​

*Explanation: On March 27, 2025, India's first Nano Electronics Roadshow was successfully hosted at the National Science Seminar Complex, IISc Bengaluru.