🌍 Current Affairs Quiz 2025
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1. Which country became a full member of BRICS in January 2025?
Answer: B. Indonesia
Indonesia joined BRICS as a full member in 2025, strengthening South-South cooperation.
Indonesia joined BRICS as a full member in 2025, strengthening South-South cooperation.
2. Chillai Kalan is associated with which region of India?
Answer: C. Kashmir Valley
Chillai Kalan is the harsh 40-day winter period in Kashmir.
Chillai Kalan is the harsh 40-day winter period in Kashmir.
3. Madhav National Park was declared India’s ___ Tiger Reserve in 2025.
Answer: C. 58th
Madhav National Park (Madhya Pradesh) became India’s 58th tiger reserve.
Madhav National Park (Madhya Pradesh) became India’s 58th tiger reserve.
4. Which organization launched the MAVEN mission?
Answer: C. NASA
MAVEN studies the Martian atmosphere and climate evolution.
MAVEN studies the Martian atmosphere and climate evolution.
5. World Soil Day is observed on which date?
Answer: B. 5 December
It highlights the importance of soil health for sustainable development.
It highlights the importance of soil health for sustainable development.
6. India’s first AI-based digital PET-CT scanner was installed in which city?
Answer: C. Gurugram
The scanner improves early cancer detection using AI technology.
The scanner improves early cancer detection using AI technology.
7. Which river is associated with India’s first Territorial Army river rejuvenation task force?
Answer: C. Gomti
Territorial Army units were deployed to rejuvenate the Gomti river.
Territorial Army units were deployed to rejuvenate the Gomti river.
8. Asian Development Bank committed how much sovereign lending to India in 2025?
Answer: C. $4.26 billion
ADB funding supports infrastructure, education, and urban development.
ADB funding supports infrastructure, education, and urban development.
9. Which new snakehead fish species was discovered in Meghalaya?
Answer: C. Channa bhoi
The species was named in honour of a local conservationist.
The species was named in honour of a local conservationist.
10. Which system is used for online public grievance redressal in India?
Answer: C. CPGRAMS
CPGRAMS allows citizens to lodge grievances against government departments.
CPGRAMS allows citizens to lodge grievances against government departments.
11. Which Indian city hosted the SCO Summit 2024?
Answer: D. Astana
Kazakhstan hosted the SCO Summit with focus on regional cooperation.
Kazakhstan hosted the SCO Summit with focus on regional cooperation.
12. Which country hosted COP28 Climate Summit?
Answer: B. UAE
COP28 was held in Dubai focusing on climate finance and fossil fuel transition.
COP28 was held in Dubai focusing on climate finance and fossil fuel transition.
13. Which Indian state launched the “Gruha Jyothi” scheme?
Answer: C. Karnataka
The scheme provides free electricity up to a certain limit.
The scheme provides free electricity up to a certain limit.
14. Which space mission aims to study the Sun closely?
Answer: A. Aditya-L1
Aditya-L1 studies solar atmosphere and solar winds.
Aditya-L1 studies solar atmosphere and solar winds.
15. India’s first dark sky reserve is located in?
Answer: A. Ladakh
Hanle in Ladakh became India’s first Dark Sky Reserve.
Hanle in Ladakh became India’s first Dark Sky Reserve.
16. Which organization releases the World Economic Outlook?
Answer: B. IMF
IMF publishes global growth and inflation forecasts.
IMF publishes global growth and inflation forecasts.
17. Which country became the newest member of UNESCO World Heritage Committee?
Answer: A. India
India joined to strengthen cultural heritage preservation.
India joined to strengthen cultural heritage preservation.
18. Which Indian airport became the country’s first fully solar-powered airport?
Answer: A. Kochi
Cochin International Airport runs entirely on solar power.
Cochin International Airport runs entirely on solar power.
19. Which exercise is a joint military drill between India and the USA?
Answer: B. Yudh Abhyas
It strengthens India–US military cooperation.
It strengthens India–US military cooperation.
20. Which ministry launched the PM Vishwakarma Scheme?
Answer: A. MSME
The scheme supports traditional artisans and craftsmen.
The scheme supports traditional artisans and craftsmen.
21. Which country launched the world’s first wooden satellite in 2024?
Answer: C. Japan
Japan launched LignoSat, made of wood, to reduce space debris.
Japan launched LignoSat, made of wood, to reduce space debris.
22. Which Indian state topped NITI Aayog’s Health Index 2024?
Answer: A. Kerala
Kerala consistently performs best in healthcare indicators.
Kerala consistently performs best in healthcare indicators.
23. Which city hosted the Global AI Summit 2024?
Answer: C. Riyadh
Saudi Arabia hosted the summit focusing on AI governance.
Saudi Arabia hosted the summit focusing on AI governance.
24. Which Indian personality received the Order of the Dragon King from Bhutan?
Answer: A. Narendra Modi
It is Bhutan’s highest civilian award.
It is Bhutan’s highest civilian award.
25. Which Indian state launched the “Anna Bhagya” scheme?
Answer: B. Karnataka
The scheme provides free rice to BPL families.
The scheme provides free rice to BPL families.
26. Which organization conducts the PISA assessment?
Answer: B. OECD
PISA evaluates education systems worldwide.
PISA evaluates education systems worldwide.
27. Which Indian state declared 2024 as the “Year of Millets”?
Answer: B. Karnataka
The initiative promotes nutrition and sustainable farming.
The initiative promotes nutrition and sustainable farming.
28. Which country hosted the G20 Summit 2024?
Answer: B. Brazil
Brazil assumed the G20 presidency after India.
Brazil assumed the G20 presidency after India.
29. Which Indian airport won the Best Airport Award 2024?
Answer: C. Hyderabad
RGIA won awards for passenger services.
RGIA won awards for passenger services.
30. Which Indian city launched the first underwater metro?
Answer: C. Kolkata
It runs beneath the Hooghly River.
It runs beneath the Hooghly River.
31. Which Indian state introduced the “Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana”?
Answer: B. Madhya Pradesh
It provides financial assistance to women.
It provides financial assistance to women.
32. Which Indian sportsperson won the World Chess Rapid Championship 2024?
Answer: C. D. Gukesh
Gukesh became the youngest world champion in rapid chess.
Gukesh became the youngest world champion in rapid chess.
33. Which river is known as the “Sorrow of Bihar”?
Answer: B. Kosi
Frequent floods cause heavy damage in Bihar.
Frequent floods cause heavy damage in Bihar.
34. Which Indian ministry launched the “Mission LiFE” initiative?
Answer: A. Environment
Mission LiFE promotes sustainable lifestyles.
Mission LiFE promotes sustainable lifestyles.
35. Which country launched the world’s largest offshore wind farm?
Answer: C. China
China leads global renewable energy capacity.
China leads global renewable energy capacity.
36. What is the full form of PM-JANMAN scheme?
Answer: C. Janjati Advancement Mission
It focuses on development of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups.
It focuses on development of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups.
37. Which Indian city was declared UNESCO World Heritage City?
Answer: B. Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad became India’s first UNESCO heritage city.
Ahmedabad became India’s first UNESCO heritage city.
38. Which Indian bank launched the “Green Deposit” initiative?
Answer: A. SBI
Green deposits fund eco-friendly projects.
Green deposits fund eco-friendly projects.
39. Which Indian festival is recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage?
Answer: B. Durga Puja
Durga Puja of Kolkata received UNESCO recognition.
Durga Puja of Kolkata received UNESCO recognition.
40. Which Indian company became the first to cross ₹20 lakh crore market cap?
Answer: B. Reliance Industries
Reliance achieved the milestone in Indian stock markets.
Reliance achieved the milestone in Indian stock markets.
41. Which country launched the Chang’e-6 lunar mission?
Answer: C. China
Chang’e-6 aims to bring samples from Moon’s far side.
Chang’e-6 aims to bring samples from Moon’s far side.
42. Which Indian state launched the “Rajiv Gandhi Jal Sanchay Yojana”?
Answer: B. Chhattisgarh
The scheme focuses on water conservation.
The scheme focuses on water conservation.
43. Which global index measures corruption levels?
Answer: B. CPI
Corruption Perceptions Index is released by Transparency International.
Corruption Perceptions Index is released by Transparency International.
44. Which Indian city hosted the 2024 National Games?
Answer: B. Dehradun
Uttarakhand hosted the National Games.
Uttarakhand hosted the National Games.
45. Which Indian satellite was launched to monitor weather?
Answer: B. INSAT-3DS
INSAT-3DS enhances weather forecasting accuracy.
INSAT-3DS enhances weather forecasting accuracy.
46. Which day is celebrated as International Women in Science Day?
Answer: B. Feb 11
It promotes women’s participation in science.
It promotes women’s participation in science.
47. Which Indian state topped the Ease of Doing Business ranking?
Answer: B. Gujarat
Gujarat continues to lead industrial growth.
Gujarat continues to lead industrial growth.
48. Which Indian festival marks the solar transition?
Answer: B. Makar Sankranti
It marks the Sun’s movement into Capricorn.
It marks the Sun’s movement into Capricorn.
49. Which Indian state introduced free bus travel for women?
Answer: D. All of the above
Several states introduced schemes for women safety and mobility.
Several states introduced schemes for women safety and mobility.
50. Which organization publishes the Global Hunger Index?
Answer: C. Concern Worldwide
GHI measures hunger at global and national levels.
GHI measures hunger at global and national levels.
51. Which Indian state launched the “Mukhyamantri Anna Shree Yojana” in 2024?
Answer: A. Odisha
The scheme provides free rice to economically weaker families.
The scheme provides free rice to economically weaker families.
52. Which country successfully landed a spacecraft on the Moon’s far side in 2024?
Answer: C. China
China’s Chang’e-6 mission achieved this historic milestone.
China’s Chang’e-6 mission achieved this historic milestone.
53. Which Indian city was declared the cleanest city in Swachh Survekshan 2024?
Answer: B. Indore
Indore retained its top position due to excellent waste management.
Indore retained its top position due to excellent waste management.
54. Which country became the largest exporter of rice in the world?
Answer: D. India
India leads global rice exports despite export restrictions.
India leads global rice exports despite export restrictions.
55. Which Indian state launched the “Gruha Lakshmi” scheme?
Answer: B. Karnataka
The scheme provides monthly financial support to women heads of families.
The scheme provides monthly financial support to women heads of families.
56. Which Indian sportsperson won the Men’s Singles title at the 2024 World Badminton Championships?
Answer: D. Kunlavut Vitidsarn
The Thai shuttler clinched the world championship title.
The Thai shuttler clinched the world championship title.
57. Which Indian organization released the “State of India’s Environment Report 2024”?
Answer: C. Centre for Science and Environment
The report highlights climate, pollution, and biodiversity issues.
The report highlights climate, pollution, and biodiversity issues.
58. Which country assumed the presidency of the UN Security Council in January 2025?
Answer: C. Algeria
UNSC presidency rotates monthly among member nations.
UNSC presidency rotates monthly among member nations.
59. Which Indian state launched India’s first hydrogen-powered train project?
Answer: B. Haryana
The project supports India’s green energy transition.
The project supports India’s green energy transition.
60. Which global body publishes the World Energy Outlook report?
Answer: B. IEA
The International Energy Agency analyses global energy trends.
The International Energy Agency analyses global energy trends.
61. Which Indian state launched the “Chief Minister’s Breakfast Scheme” for school students?
Answer: B. Tamil Nadu
The scheme aims to improve nutrition and attendance.
The scheme aims to improve nutrition and attendance.
62. Which Indian city hosted the G20 Digital Economy Working Group meeting?
Answer: A. Bengaluru
The city is known as India’s tech and innovation hub.
The city is known as India’s tech and innovation hub.
63. Which Indian state topped the Renewable Energy Installed Capacity ranking?
Answer: C. Gujarat
Gujarat leads in solar and wind power capacity.
Gujarat leads in solar and wind power capacity.
64. Which country hosted the World Government Summit 2025?
Answer: B. UAE
The summit was held in Dubai.
The summit was held in Dubai.
65. Which Indian bank introduced the “100 Days 100 Pays” campaign?
Answer: B. RBI
The campaign ensures timely grievance redressal.
The campaign ensures timely grievance redressal.
66. Which Indian monument is called the “Victory Tower”?
Answer: B. Vijay Stambh
It is located in Chittorgarh Fort, Rajasthan.
It is located in Chittorgarh Fort, Rajasthan.
67. Which international day is observed on 21 June?
Answer: B. Yoga Day
Proposed by India and adopted by the UN.
Proposed by India and adopted by the UN.
68. Which Indian state is the largest producer of wheat?
Answer: C. Uttar Pradesh
UP contributes the highest share of wheat production.
UP contributes the highest share of wheat production.
69. Which global report ranks countries on happiness?
Answer: B. World Happiness Report
The report is published by the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network.
The report is published by the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network.
70. Which Indian river is the longest?
Answer: B. Godavari
Godavari is the longest river flowing entirely in India.
Godavari is the longest river flowing entirely in India.
71. Which Indian state launched the “Amma Canteen” scheme?
Answer: B. Tamil Nadu
It provides subsidized food to urban poor.
It provides subsidized food to urban poor.
72. Which Indian state has the highest forest cover?
Answer: A. Madhya Pradesh
MP has the largest forest area in India.
MP has the largest forest area in India.
73. Which country hosted the 2024 Summer Olympics?
Answer: B. France
The Paris Olympics were held in 2024.
The Paris Olympics were held in 2024.
74. Which Indian institution releases the Consumer Price Index?
Answer: C. Ministry of Statistics
CPI measures inflation at the consumer level.
CPI measures inflation at the consumer level.
75. Which Indian festival is known as the harvest festival of Assam?
Answer: C. Bihu
Bihu celebrates the Assamese New Year and harvest.
Bihu celebrates the Assamese New Year and harvest.
76. Which Indian state launched the “Yuva Nidhi” unemployment allowance scheme?
Answer: B. Karnataka
Yuva Nidhi provides monthly assistance to unemployed graduates and diploma holders.
Yuva Nidhi provides monthly assistance to unemployed graduates and diploma holders.
77. Which Indian city hosted the first Global FinTech Fest?
Answer: B. Mumbai
Mumbai hosted the event highlighting India’s fintech ecosystem.
Mumbai hosted the event highlighting India’s fintech ecosystem.
78. Which Indian state topped the Startup Ecosystem Ranking?
Answer: B. Karnataka
Karnataka leads India’s startup and innovation ecosystem.
Karnataka leads India’s startup and innovation ecosystem.
79. Which organization releases the Global Innovation Index?
Answer: B. WIPO
The Global Innovation Index is published by the World Intellectual Property Organization.
The Global Innovation Index is published by the World Intellectual Property Organization.
80. Which Indian river flows through the Sundarbans?
Answer: C. Ganga
The Ganga delta forms the Sundarbans mangrove forest.
The Ganga delta forms the Sundarbans mangrove forest.
81. Which Indian state launched the “Mission Shakti” women safety initiative?
Answer: A. Odisha
Mission Shakti empowers women through SHGs and safety programs.
Mission Shakti empowers women through SHGs and safety programs.
82. Which Indian sportsperson won the 2024 Laureus World Sports Award?
Answer: A. Neeraj Chopra
He was honoured for his exceptional achievements in athletics.
He was honoured for his exceptional achievements in athletics.
83. Which Indian state has the longest coastline?
Answer: D. Gujarat
Gujarat has the longest coastline among Indian states.
Gujarat has the longest coastline among Indian states.
84. Which global body publishes the World Population Prospects report?
Answer: B. UN DESA
The report provides population estimates and projections.
The report provides population estimates and projections.
85. Which Indian city became the first to get a water metro?
Answer: A. Kochi
Kochi Water Metro promotes eco-friendly urban transport.
Kochi Water Metro promotes eco-friendly urban transport.
86. Which Indian ministry launched the “Amrit Dharohar” scheme?
Answer: A. Environment
The scheme focuses on conservation of wetlands.
The scheme focuses on conservation of wetlands.
87. Which country chaired the G7 Summit 2024?
Answer: B. Italy
Italy hosted and chaired the G7 Summit.
Italy hosted and chaired the G7 Summit.
88. Which Indian state launched the “Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai” scheme?
Answer: A. Tamil Nadu
The scheme provides financial support to women heads of families.
The scheme provides financial support to women heads of families.
89. Which international day is observed on 22 April?
Answer: B. Earth Day
Earth Day promotes environmental protection worldwide.
Earth Day promotes environmental protection worldwide.
90. Which Indian dam is the longest in India?
Answer: B. Hirakud
Hirakud Dam in Odisha is the longest earthen dam in India.
Hirakud Dam in Odisha is the longest earthen dam in India.
91. Which Indian state topped the logistics performance index (State ranking)?
Answer: B. Gujarat
Gujarat performed best in logistics infrastructure and efficiency.
Gujarat performed best in logistics infrastructure and efficiency.
92. Which Indian institution regulates the securities market?
Answer: B. SEBI
SEBI protects investor interests and regulates stock markets.
SEBI protects investor interests and regulates stock markets.
93. Which Indian festival celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna?
Answer: B. Janmashtami
Janmashtami marks the birth of Lord Krishna.
Janmashtami marks the birth of Lord Krishna.
94. Which Indian state has the highest literacy rate?
Answer: A. Kerala
Kerala consistently ranks highest in literacy.
Kerala consistently ranks highest in literacy.
95. Which global organization observes World Environment Day?
Answer: B. UNEP
World Environment Day is observed on June 5.
World Environment Day is observed on June 5.
96. Which Indian city is known as the “Silicon Valley of India”?
Answer: C. Bengaluru
Bengaluru is India’s major IT and startup hub.
Bengaluru is India’s major IT and startup hub.
97. Which Indian state launched the “Kanti Velugu” eye care programme?
Answer: B. Telangana
The programme aims to prevent avoidable blindness.
The programme aims to prevent avoidable blindness.
98. Which Indian river is called the “Dakshin Ganga”?
Answer: C. Godavari
Godavari is the longest river in peninsular India.
Godavari is the longest river in peninsular India.
99. Which Indian award is the highest civilian honour?
Answer: D. Bharat Ratna
Bharat Ratna is India’s highest civilian award.
Bharat Ratna is India’s highest civilian award.
100. Which Indian mission aims to send humans into space?
Answer: C. Gaganyaan
Gaganyaan is India’s first human spaceflight mission.
Gaganyaan is India’s first human spaceflight mission.