UPSC Quiz Spotlight: Mehul Choksi’s Extradition, AWS Expansion, Louvre Heist & Meesho’s Milestone

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: The latest UPSC Daily Current Affairs Quiz covers diverse topics including Mehul Choksi’s extradition order, Amazon Web Services’ India expansion, a daring Louvre robbery in Paris, and Meesho’s e-commerce milestone. Designed to sharpen exam readiness, the quiz blends legal, tech, cultural, and business updates into a dynamic learning experience.

The UPSC Daily Current Affairs Quiz, published by Hindustan Times on October 21, 2025, offers aspirants a rich mix of legal developments, tech trends, global events, and business insights. This edition features high-impact questions on Mehul Choksi’s extradition, Amazon Web Services’ India strategy, a Louvre Museum heist, and Meesho’s growth trajectory, among others.

Curated to enhance Civil Services Exam preparation, the quiz draws from credible sources like PIB, The Hindu, Indian Express, and global news agencies. It tests both factual recall and conceptual understanding, helping candidates stay exam-ready with real-time relevance.

Major Takeaways:

Mehul Choksi Extradition: A Belgian court has ordered the extradition of fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi to India, marking a significant step in India’s efforts to bring back economic offenders.
Amazon Web Services (AWS): AWS announced plans to expand its cloud infrastructure in India, with new data centers and AI service rollouts aimed at supporting startups and government digitization.
Louvre Museum Heist: Robbers used power tools and a furniture hoist to steal priceless jewelry from the Louvre in Paris, completing the theft in under seven minutes—a case study in urban security lapses.
Meesho’s Milestone: The Indian e-commerce platform Meesho crossed 150 million active users, driven by Tier-2 and Tier-3 city adoption and festive season demand.
NSO Group’s Spyware: The quiz also revisits the infamous Pegasus spyware, developed by Israel’s NSO Group, highlighting ongoing debates around digital surveillance and privacy.

Notable Updates:

Rajputana Rifles Mentioned: The quiz includes a historical reference to the Rajputana Rifles, India’s oldest rifle regiment, linking current affairs to defense heritage.
Valmo Logistics: A question on Valmo, a logistics startup, underscores the growing role of supply chain innovation in India’s digital economy.
Paris Security Concerns: The Louvre incident has prompted calls for enhanced museum security protocols across Europe.

This quiz edition exemplifies how interdisciplinary awareness—from geopolitics to tech and culture—is essential for UPSC aspirants navigating a complex global landscape.

Sources: Hindustan Times, IASbaba, Indian Express

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