17. Hurricane Melissa recently made history by becoming the strongest-ever storm to hit:
A) Cuba
B) Jamaica
C) Bahamas
D) Haiti
✅ Answer: B) Jamaica
Explanation: Hurricane Melissa reached Category 5 intensity, making it the most powerful storm in Jamaica’s history.
Miscellaneous
18. The passenger vessel ‘Sindhu’ completed its maiden voyage to which island group?
A) Lakshadweep
B) Barren Island, Andaman and Nicobar
C) Sriharikota
D) Little Andaman
✅ Answer: B) Barren Island, Andaman and Nicobar
Explanation: The voyage marked a milestone in boosting tourism in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
19. England’s fast bowler James Anderson was knighted at which venue?
A) Buckingham Palace
B) Westminster Abbey
C) Windsor Castle
D) St James’s Palace
✅ Answer: C) Windsor Castle
Explanation: Anderson received knighthood during an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle for his contribution to cricket.
Month: Current Affairs - October 30, 2025
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