Viswanathan Anand Appointed as Interim Head of International Chess Federation

1. Who has recently assumed charge as the Interim President of the International Chess Federation (FIDE)?

Explanation: Five-time World Chess Champion Viswanathan Anand has officially taken charge as the Interim President of FIDE following sanction measures against Arkady Dvorkovich.

2. What is the maximum central grant allocated per park under the newly approved BHAVYA–Rasayan Scheme?

Explanation: Under the BHAVYA–Rasayan scheme, the Central Government will provide a grant of up to ₹1,000 crore per chemical park, while requiring a minimum state contribution of ₹500 crore per park.

3. Which of the following provisions is proposed in the amended draft of the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act?

Explanation: The proposed amendments mandate a minimum of 5 years imprisonment (up to 10 years) and maximum fines of up to ₹10 crore for individuals implicated in paper leaks.

4. Which research institute developed the 'DeepDATA' application for digital documentation of deep-sea fish diversity?

Explanation: ICAR-CMFRI based in Kochi developed the 'DeepDATA' app under the Deep Ocean Mission supported by the Ministry of Earth Sciences.

5. Which existing institution in Bhimavaram will be upgraded to establish Andhra Pradesh's first private women's university?

Explanation: Andhra Pradesh approved the establishment of Vishnu Women's University by upgrading Sri Vishnu Engineering College for Women in Bhimavaram.