Current Affairs in Delhi 2025

Daily Current Affairs Quiz 22-23 June 2025

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1. BHASHINI is an artificial intelligence-powered language translation platform developed by which ministry?

[A] Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
[B] Ministry of Science and Technology
[C] Ministry of Defence
[D] Ministry of Home Affairs

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Correct Answer: A [Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology]

Notes:
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj recently signed an agreement with Bhashini under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to remove language barriers and promote inclusion across Indian states. BHASHINI stands for BHASHa INterface for India. It is an artificial intelligence-powered language translation platform developed under the National Language Translation Mission by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. It builds a National Public Digital Platform for language-based services using artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.

2. Who is the head of the newly formed panel to reduce student dependency on coaching centres?

[A] Subhas Sarkar
[B] Vineet Joshi
[C] Dharmendra Pradhan
[D] K. Sanjay Murthy

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Correct Answer: B [Vineet Joshi]

Notes:
Recently, the Union Education Ministry formed a panel led by Vineet Joshi to reduce student dependency on coaching centres and review competitive exams. Vineet Joshi is the Chairman of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). The panel has nine members and includes representatives from Indian Institute of Technology Madras, National Institute of Technology Trichy, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, and National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), along with school principals. Its goal is to suggest ways to reduce the coaching culture and check the fairness of entrance exams.

3. Rice Yellow Mottle Virus, that was recently seen in news, is endemic to which continent?

[A] Asia
[B] Europe
[C] South America
[D] Africa

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Correct Answer: D [Africa]

Notes:
A recent genomic study revealed the spread of Rice Yellow Mottle Virus or RYMV across African rice ecosystems, posing a serious threat to rice production. Rice Yellow Mottle Virus is a plant virus that affects rice and some related grasses. It first appeared in the mid-1800s in the Eastern Arc Mountains, now in Tanzania, a region rich in biodiversity. It is mainly found in Africa and is present in most rice-growing countries on the continent.

4. Which city is the venue of World Para Athletics Championship 2025?

[A] New Delhi
[B] Bhopal
[C] Chennai
[D] Hyderabad

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Correct Answer: A [New Delhi]

Notes:
Recently, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched the logo, mascot, and 100-day countdown for the New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championship. The event will take place from 26th September to 5th October at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi. It is the 12th edition of the World Para Athletics Championships. This will be the biggest para athletics event ever hosted in India.

5. Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state?

[A] Madhya Pradesh
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Gujarat

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Correct Answer: B [Uttar Pradesh]

Notes:
Recently, Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary gained attention after seven gharials were released into its Girwa River for conservation. Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Upper Gangetic plain, Uttar Pradesh. Gharials are fish-eating reptiles with long, thin snouts and sharp teeth, making them skilled hunters in rivers. They are mainly found in Chambal and Girwa rivers in India and the Rapti-Naryani River in Nepal.

Daily Current Affairs Quiz 21 June 2025

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1. Which ministry has launched the MCA21 Portal for automating corporate legal processes?

[A] Ministry of Finance
[B] Ministry of Law and Justice
[C] Ministry of Corporate Affairs
[D] Ministry of Home Affairs

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Correct Answer: C [Ministry of Corporate Affairs]

Notes:
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has waived additional filing fees for 13 major e-forms due to a planned three-week shutdown of the MCA21 portal. The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) launched the MCA21 portal to offer secure and simple online access to corporate services. It automates compliance and enforcement under the Companies Act, 1956, Companies Act, 2013, and the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008. The portal is also designed for smooth interoperability with the National e-Governance Services Delivery Gateway (NSDG).

2. Sharavathi Lion Tailed Macaque Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state?

[A] Karnataka
[B] Kerala
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Telangana

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Correct Answer: A [Karnataka]

Notes:
Tension has increased after farmers were arrested and later granted bail for entering the Sharavathi Lion Tailed Macaque Wildlife Sanctuary in Sagar taluk with country-made weapons. The sanctuary is located in the Sharavathi River Valley in Shivamogga district, Karnataka. It is part of the Western Ghats, which is a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Site. It was formed by merging the Sharavathi Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, Aghanashini Lion-Tailed Macaque Conservation Reserve, and nearby reserve forest areas.

3. Which organization has released the World Investment Report 2025?

[A] World Bank
[B] United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
[C] International Monetary Fund (IMF)
[D] Asian Development Bank (ADB)

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Correct Answer: B [United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)]

Notes:
India rose to 15th place in 2024 among top global destinations for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), up from 16th in 2023, despite a slight fall in inflows to $27.6 billion. This was reported in the World Investment Report 2025 by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). The report tracks global FDI trends and their impact on development. India led in South Asia for FDI and attracted a major share of Asia’s $605 billion inflows.

4. Aquilaria malaccensis (agarwood) is primarily found in which region of India?

[A] Western Ghats
[B] Aravali hills
[C] Eastern Ghats
[D] Northeastern

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Correct Answer: D [Northeastern]

Notes:
Due to soaring market demand, overharvesting has pushed wild agarwood close to extinction. Aquilaria malaccensis, also called agarwood, is a tree from the Thymelaeaceae family known for its fragrant resin. Agarwood, also known as Oud, Gaharu or Agar, is one of the most valuable incense materials globally. It grows naturally in Northeast India, mainly in Assam, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram and Manipur. Its conservation status is Critically Endangered under the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).

5. Which ministry launched the “Gender Budgeting Knowledge Hub” to support gender-sensitive planning across India?

[A] Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
[B] Ministry of Women and Child Development
[C] Ministry of Law and Justice
[D] Ministry of Corporate Affairs

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Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Women and Child Development]

Notes:
The Union Minister of Women and Child Development has launched the Gender Budgeting Knowledge Hub to support gender-sensitive planning across India. It is a digital platform developed by the Ministry of Women and Child Development. The aim is to help policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders use gender-disaggregated data and tools for better planning. The portal offers policy briefs, best practices, and resources to promote gender equity in budgeting. It supports both Central and State-level planning with a focus on gender inclusion.

Daily Current Affairs Quiz 20 June 2025

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1. The Bajau Tribe is primarily found in which countries?

[A] Nepal, Bhutan and India
[B] Chile, Peru and Brazil
[C] Myanmar, Laos and Cambodia
[D] Indonesia, Malaysia and Philippines

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Correct Answer: D [Indonesia, Malaysia and Philippines]

Notes:
The Bajau tribe, also known as the Sama-Bajau, lives in coastal areas of Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines and depends entirely on the sea. They are excellent free divers, diving 20–30 meters deep and holding their breath for 5–13 minutes without equipment. Recent research shows that the Bajau have spleens that are 50% larger than average, helping them dive longer and deeper. This adaptation is linked to a variation in the PDE10A gene.

2. Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state?

[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Kerala
[C] Karnataka
[D] Maharashtra

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Correct Answer: B [Kerala]

Notes:
Kannampadi, a tribal settlement in the Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary of Kerala, is getting three new libraries to support tribal students and residents. This marks a new chapter in education and learning opportunities for the local community. Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Kerala. The region features steep mountains, valleys, and hills with altitudes between 450 to 1272 meters. Vanjur Medu is the highest peak at 1272 meters.

3. Where was the lost ship HMS Endeavour of Captain James Cook recently discovered?

[A] Rhode Island
[B] Australia
[C] New Zealand
[D] New Guinea Island

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Correct Answer: A [Rhode Island]

Notes:
After 250 years, the long-lost ship of Captain James Cook, HMS Endeavour, has been found off Newport Harbour, Rhode Island. The ship was the first European vessel to reach eastern Australia during Cook’s 1768–1771 expedition. It was later renamed Lord Sandwich and sank in 1778 during the American War of Independence. The Australian National Maritime Museum confirmed the wreck after 25 years of underwater exploration and global research. The shipwreck, labeled RI 2394, was identified by matching its structure with Cook’s 1768 plans.

4. World Sickle Cell Day is observed on which day every year?

[A] 18 June
[B] 19 June
[C] 20 June
[D] 21 June

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Correct Answer: B [19 June]

Notes:
World Sickle Cell Day is observed every year on 19 June to spread awareness about sickle cell disease. It aims to educate people about early diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of this inherited blood disorder. Sickle cell disease is a common monogenic disease, with over 3,00,000 births affected each year worldwide. Most cases are found in low- and middle-income countries, including India, which has the world’s second-highest burden. The 2025 theme is “Global Action, Local Impact: Empowering Communities for Effective Self-Advocacy.”

5. Which organization released the Performance Grading Index (PGI) 2.0 report to assess school education?

[A] Pratham
[B] All India Council for Technical Education
[C] Ministry of Education
[D] University Grants Commission

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Correct Answer: C [Ministry of Education]

Notes:
The Ministry of Education released the Performance Grading Index (PGI) 2.0 report for 2022–23 and 2023–24 to assess school education. Chandigarh secured the top rank while Meghalaya was ranked lowest. PGI 2.0 is an evidence-based tool to evaluate the performance of States and Union Territories in school education. PGI 2.0 has a total weightage of 1000 points spread over 73 indicators under two categories: Outcome and Governance & Management.

Daily Current Affairs Quiz 19 June 2025

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1. SMILE (Support for Marginalised Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise) scheme is an initiative of which ministry?

[A] Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
[B] Ministry of Women and Child Development
[C] Ministry of Rural Development
[D] Ministry of Home Affairs

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Correct Answer: A [Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment]

Notes:
Reasi district in Jammu and Kashmir is set to become the second district after Srinagar to implement the SMILE scheme. SMILE stands for Support for Marginalised Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise. It is a major initiative of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. The scheme has a total allocation of ₹365 crore for the period from 2021-22 to 2025-26. It will be implemented across the country to support vulnerable communities.

2. Which tiger reserve has become the top tiger habitat in India based on ungulate population?

[A] Rajaji Tiger Reserve
[B] Pench Tiger Reserve
[C] Kanha Tiger Reserve
[D] Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve

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Correct Answer: C [Kanha Tiger Reserve]

Notes:
Kanha Tiger Reserve has become the top tiger habitat in India based on ungulate population, as per a recent report by the Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun. Kanha Tiger Reserve, also known as Kanha National Park, is located in the Maikal ranges of the Satpura hills in Mandla and Balaghat districts of Madhya Pradesh. It lies in the Central Indian Highlands, which form part of India’s main peninsula.

3. Which two countries have the largest number of nuclear weapons, as per the SIPRI Yearbook 2025?

[A] France and United Kingdom
[B] Russia and United States
[C] China and India
[D] Israel and North Korea

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Correct Answer: B [Russia and United States]

Notes:
As per the 2025 yearbook of Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), nine countries possess 12,241 nuclear weapons as of January 1, 2025. These countries are the United States (US), Russia, United Kingdom (UK), France, China, India, Pakistan, Israel, and North Korea. Russia has 5,459 and the US has 5,177 nuclear warheads, together holding around 90% of the global stockpile. China has 600, France 290, UK 225, India 180, Pakistan 170, Israel 90, and North Korea 50 warheads. Of the total, 9,614 warheads are in military stockpiles, and 3,912 are deployed on missiles or aircraft.

4. Mount Lewotobi Lakilaki, that was recently seen in news, is located in which country?

[A] Indonesia
[B] Japan
[C] Ethiopia
[D] Philippines

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Correct Answer: A [Indonesia]

Notes:
Recently, Mount Lewotobi Lakilaki in Indonesia erupted, sending an ash cloud up to 11 kilometers high. It is located in East Nusa Tenggara province on Flores Island, Indonesia. The volcano lies along the Pacific ‘Ring of Fire’, a zone of high volcanic activity.

5. Lac insects are mainly found in which region of the world?

[A] South America
[B] Sub-Saharan Africa
[C] Southeast Asia
[D] Northern Europe

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Correct Answer: C [Southeast Asia]

Notes:
Recently, researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) discovered how lac insects produce laccaic acid, which is used to make lac pigment. Lac insects are hemimetabolous and undergo gradual metamorphosis with stages like egg, nymph instars, pupa, and adult. They are found in Southeast Asian countries like India, Thailand, Myanmar, and China, with India and Thailand being top producers. More than 90% of India’s lac comes from Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Eastern Maharashtra, and Northern Odisha.

Daily Current Affairs Quiz 18 June 2025

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1. The NISAR mission is a joint Earth-observing satellite mission between which two space agencies?

[A] National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
[B] Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and European Space Agency (ESA)
[C] Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and China National Space Administration (CNSA)
[D] National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and European Space Agency (ESA)

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Correct Answer: A [National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)]

Notes:
The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite has recently reached the Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) spaceport at Sriharikota. It is a joint mission between the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and ISRO to study Earth’s changes. NISAR uses Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) technology to send energy pulses and measure how much is reflected back from Earth. This helps in capturing sharp images of the Earth even during darkness or cloudy weather. It detects changes in land, forests, and ice, and is useful for monitoring natural disasters and soil conditions.

2. Extended Trajectory-Long Duration Hypersonic Cruise Missile (ET-LDHCM) is developed by which organization?

[A] Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
[B] Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
[C] Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
[D] Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL)

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Correct Answer: B [Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)]

Notes:
India is set to test its most advanced indigenously developed missile called the Extended Trajectory-Long Duration Hypersonic Cruise Missile (ET-LDHCM). It is indigenously developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) under a program named Project Vishnu. It is a long-range missile that travels at hypersonic speeds, meaning it is over five times the speed of sound. It can be launched from land, sea, or air, giving India flexible strike capabilities.

3. What kind of disease is “Valley Fever” that was recently seen in news?

[A] Viral infection
[B] Bacterial infection
[C] Fungal infection
[D] Parasitic infection

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Correct Answer: C [Fungal infection]

Notes:
A new study highlights that dogs may help detect the early spread of Valley Fever, offering a new tool for public health. Valley Fever, or acute coccidioidomycosis, is a fungal infection caused by Coccidioides organisms found in soil. The fungi are common in the Pacific Northwest, southwestern United States, Mexico, Central America, and South America. The infection spreads when soil is disturbed and people or animals breathe in the fungal spores. Symptoms may be absent or resemble flu or pneumonia, and appear 5 to 21 days after exposure.

4. Kali Tiger Reserve is located in which state?

[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Karnataka
[C] Odisha
[D] Tamil Nadu

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Correct Answer: B [Karnataka]

Notes:
Conservation activists have raised concerns about promoting tourism through wildlife safari in the Kali Tiger Reserve due to its ecological sensitivity. Kali Tiger Reserve, formerly known as Dandeli-Anshi Tiger Reserve, is located in Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka. The reserve borders Bhimgad Wildlife Sanctuary in Karnataka and connects to Radhanagari and Koyna sanctuaries in Maharashtra. The Kali River flows through the reserve and is a vital water source for the region.

5. Two new earthworm species, Kanchuria tripuraensis and Kanchuria priyasankari, were recently discovered in which state?

[A] Assam
[B] Sikkim
[C] Tripura
[D] Arunachal Pradesh

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Correct Answer: C [Tripura]

Notes:
Two new earthworm species, Kanchuria tripuraensis and Kanchuria priyasankari, were recently discovered in Tripura. Kanchuria tripuraensis was found in rubber and pineapple plantations and is named after the state, showing biodiversity in cultivated areas. Kanchuria priyasankari is named in honour of Priyasankar Chaudhuri for his lifelong work in earthworm taxonomy. These discoveries raise the genus Kanchuria’s species count to 10 and Tripura’s earthworm species total to 38.

Daily Current Affairs Quiz 17 June 2025

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1. Which state government has launched the Jal Ganga Sanvardhan Abhiyan for water conservation in 2025?

[A] Madhya Pradesh
[B] Gujarat
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Haryana

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Correct Answer: A [Madhya Pradesh]

Notes:
The Madhya Pradesh government launched the Jal Ganga Sanvardhan Abhiyan on March 30, 2025, for water conservation. Under this, the Ghoda Pachhad River, a tributary of the Narmada, has been revived in Khandwa district with citizen support. Uncontrolled groundwater use had dried up rivers, harming farming. Using the ‘Ridge to Valley’ method, water harvesting structures were built along a 33 km stretch. This method helps slow water flow and store every drop from ridge to valley. Now, rivers in the region show potential for year-round flow.

2. The Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report is published by which organization?

[A] World Bank
[B] United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
[C] United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
[D] International Monetary Fund (IMF)

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Correct Answer: B [United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)]

Notes:
The Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report is an annual publication by UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. It gives a detailed, evidence-based analysis of global education progress, challenges, and trends. The report was first launched in 2002 as the Education for All Global Monitoring Report and was renamed in 2016. Its main aim is to guide governments and stakeholders by offering policy recommendations to improve education systems. In the latest context, the GEM report shows that 272 million children are out of school globally, which is 21 million more than the previous estimate

3. What is the name of the operation launched by Iran in retaliation against Israel’s Operation Rising Lion?

[A] Operation Desert Storm
[B] Operation Silent Thunder
[C] Operation True Promise 3
[D] Operation Iron Dome

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Correct Answer: C [Operation True Promise 3]

Notes:
Iran launched ‘Operation True Promise 3’ in response to Israel’s ‘Operation Rising Lion’, which targeted Iran’s military and nuclear sites. This conflict is rooted in history, as after the 1979 Iranian Revolution, Iran became an Islamic Republic and adopted an anti-Israel policy. Before 1979, Iran and Israel were allies.

4. Which government department has initiated the NAKSHA programme for urban land survey?

[A] Department of Land Resources
[B] Department of Commerce
[C] Department of Economic Affairs
[D] Department of Rural Development

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Correct Answer: A [Department of Land Resources]

Notes:
The second batch of Phase 2 of the National Geospatial Knowledge-Based Land Survey of Urban Habitations (NAKSHA) Capacity Building Programme was inaugurated recently. A total of 128 officers from Urban Local Bodies (ULB) and districts will receive one week of hands-on training. NAKSHA is a city survey initiative under the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP). The program, led by the Department of Land Resources, aims to update land records in urban areas for better documentation and dispute reduction.

5. Simhachalam Temple is located in which state?

[A] Kerala
[B] Andhra Pradesh
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Gujarat

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Correct Answer: B [Andhra Pradesh]

Notes:
Traditional construction methods will be used to restore and preserve the Simhachalam Temple. The temple, also called Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Temple, is located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. It is dedicated to Narasimha, the man-lion avatar of Lord Vishnu. The temple shows a mix of Orissan and Chalukyan architectural styles. Unusually, it faces west instead of east, symbolising the victory of divine forces over evil.

Daily Current Affairs Quiz 15-16 June 2025

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1. Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) is a government agency established under which ministry?

[A] Ministry of Home Affairs
[B] Ministry of Civil Aviation
[C] Ministry of Defence
[D] Ministry of Science and Technology

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Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Civil Aviation]

Notes:
Recently, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) started an official investigation into the Air India flight AI-17 crash involving a Boeing 787. Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) is a government agency under the Ministry of Civil Aviation, set up in 2012 to investigate aircraft accidents and serious incidents in Indian airspace. Its goal is to find out what went wrong and suggest safety steps, not to blame anyone.

2. Totapuri mangoes are primarily cultivated in which states?

[A] Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu
[B] Assam, Sikkim and Nagaland
[C] Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh
[D] Rajasthan, Gujarat and Punjab

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Correct Answer: A [Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu]

Notes:
Recently, the Andhra Pradesh government banned the entry of Totapuri mangoes from other states into Chittoor district, leading to a dispute with Karnataka. Totapuri mangoes are mainly grown in Chittoor in Andhra Pradesh and parts of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. This mango is known for its long shape and parrot beak-like tip, which gives it the name “Totapuri.” It is also called Ginimoothi, Sandersha, or Banglora and is native to South India.

3. What is the name of India’s first agentic AI system developed by Krutrim start up?

[A] Mitra
[B] Sanchita
[C] Vaani
[D] Kruti

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Correct Answer: D [Kruti]

Notes:
Recently, India’s first agentic Artificial Intelligence (AI) named Kruti was launched by the startup Krutrim. It is a next-generation Generative AI (GenAI) tool that goes beyond just providing information. Kruti can act independently to manage complex tasks, make decisions, and solve problems for users and organizations. It uses advanced reasoning and step-by-step planning to handle multi-layered challenges without constant human input. It processes large amounts of data from various sources to create strategies and complete tasks on its own.

4. Surinsar-Mansar Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state/UT?

[A] Himachal Pradesh
[B] Jammu and Kashmir
[C] Uttarakhand
[D] Delhi

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Correct Answer: B [Jammu and Kashmir]

Notes:
Recently, the Jammu and Kashmir Government formed a Divisional Level Committee to monitor the Eco-Sensitive Zone around the Surinsar-Mansar Wildlife Sanctuary. This sanctuary is located in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and is named after the twin lakes Surinsar and Mansar. It spreads across Jammu, Udhampur, and Samba districts, with most of it lying in Jammu district.

5. Which two countries are the co-hosts of the fourth UN Ocean Conference in 2028?

[A] China and Colombia
[B] South Korea and Chile
[C] New Zealand and Peru
[D] India and Brazil

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Correct Answer: B [South Korea and Chile]

Notes:
Recently, the 2025 United Nations (UN) Ocean Conference ended with over 170 countries adopting a joint declaration for urgent ocean protection. The declaration, titled Our ocean, our future: united for urgent action, urges immediate steps to conserve and use oceans sustainably. The 2025 UN Ocean Conference is co-hosted by France and Costa Rica. The next and fourth UN Ocean Conference in 2028 will be co-hosted by Chile and South Korea.

Daily Current Affairs Quiz 14 June 2025

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1. What is the name of the new postal service launched by the Department of Posts for educational material delivery?

[A] Shiksha Mail
[B] Gyan Post
[C] Bharat Book Post
[D] Education Express

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Correct Answer: B [Gyan Post]

Notes:
The Department of Posts has launched Gyan Post, a special postal service for delivering educational, cultural, social, and religious books. It supports the goals of the New Education Policy (NEP) by making printed learning material affordable and accessible, especially in rural and remote areas. A tracking facility is available to ensure transparency and timely delivery. This initiative helps bridge the educational gap and promote inclusive learning across India.

2. Which organization has released the report titled State and Trends of Carbon Pricing 2025?

[A] World Bank
[B] United Nations Environment Programme
[C] United Nations Development Programme
[D] International Monetary Fund

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Correct Answer: A [World Bank]

Notes:
The World Bank released the State and Trends of Carbon Pricing 2025 as carbon pricing now covers 28% of global Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions and raises over $100 billion in revenue. Carbon pricing attaches a cost to emitting GHGs to encourage emission reductions and reflect environmental costs. There are 80 active carbon pricing instruments, up from 5 in 2005, including Emissions Trading Systems (ETS), carbon taxes, and carbon credit markets. India introduced ETS rules in 2024 for its industrial sector, using rate-based benchmarks instead of emission caps.

3. Lake Natron, that was recently seen in news, is located on the border of which two countries?

[A] Kenya and Uganda
[B] Tanzania and Kenya
[C] Ethiopia and Kenya
[D] Tanzania and Uganda

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Correct Answer: B [Tanzania and Kenya]

Notes:
Lake Natron in Tanzania is gaining global attention due to environmental threats from climate change and development projects. It is a shallow, hyper-alkaline salt lake located in the Ngorongoro District, Arusha Region, near the Kenya-Tanzania border. It is fed by the Ewaso Ng’iro River and mineral-rich hot springs. Lake Natron is listed as a Ramsar wetland site.

4. Which organization has developed the Rudrastra, a Hybrid Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) Unmanned Aerial Vehicle?

[A] Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
[B] Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited (SDAL)
[C] Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
[D] Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)

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Correct Answer: B [Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited (SDAL)]

Notes:
The Indian Army successfully tested Rudrastra, a Hybrid Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) developed by Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited (SDAL). The trial met all Army requirements, including vertical takeoff, high endurance, precision targeting, and mission flexibility. Rudrastra flew over 50 km radius with a stable real-time video link and returned safely to its launch point. Its total range exceeded 170 km with about 1.5 hours of flight endurance. It dropped a precision-guided anti-personnel warhead that detonated in air, showing strong tactical impact.

5. Which day is observed as International Albinism Awareness Day (IAAD) every year?

[A] 13 June
[B] 14 June
[C] 15 June
[D] 16 June

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Correct Answer: A [13 June]

Notes:
Every year on June 13, the world observes International Albinism Awareness Day (IAAD) to support the human rights of people with albinism. Albinism is a genetic condition that affects 1 in 5,000 people in Sub-Saharan Africa and 1 in 20,000 in Europe and North America, according to the United Nations (UN). The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) declared IAAD on December 18, 2014, and the first observance was held on June 13, 2015. The 2025 observance marks the 10th anniversary with the theme “Demanding our rights: Protecting our skin, Preserving our lives”.

Daily Current Affairs Quiz 13 June 2025

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1. CROPIC initiative is launched under which scheme?

[A] Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana
[B] Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana
[C] Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana
[D] National Food Security Mission

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Correct Answer: C [Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana]

Notes:
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare will soon launch the CROPIC initiative. CROPIC stands for Collection of Real Time Observations & Photo of Crops. It is launched under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY). The initiative uses artificial intelligence (AI) and computer vision to monitor crop health and stress. It aims to automate crop loss assessment and ensure faster payment of insurance claims to farmers.

2. Recently, the Eurasian otter was spotted in which region of India after 30 years?

[A] Kashmir valley
[B] Western Ghats
[C] Eastern Ghats
[D] Northeastern

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Correct Answer: A [Kashmir valley]

Notes:
Recently, the Eurasian otter was spotted in the Kashmir Valley after nearly 30 years. Eurasian otter is also called European otter, common otter, and Old-World otter. It is a semi-aquatic carnivorous mammal native to Eurasia. It has a wide distribution across the Middle-East, Europe, Northern Africa, Eastern Russia, China, and other parts of Asia. In India, it is found in northern, northeastern, and southern regions. In Kashmir, it is locally known as Vuder and was once common in water bodies.

3. What kind of disorder is Tourette Syndrome that was recently seen in news?

[A] Autoimmune disorder
[B] Neurological disorder
[C] Cardiovascular disorder
[D] Rare genetic disorder

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Correct Answer: B [Neurological disorder]

Notes:
Tourette Syndrome is a neurological disorder that causes sudden, involuntary movements or vocal sounds called tics. It usually starts between the ages of 2 and 15, with the average age of onset around six. It affects around 0.3% to 1% of the global population, as highlighted in recent reports. The condition is more common in boys than in girls. Tics can be mild or severe and may include blinking, jerking, or making sounds. In severe cases, it can impact speech, daily activities, and overall quality of life.

4. Which organization has released the report titled Review of the State of World Marine Fishery Resources 2025?

[A] United Nations Environment Programme
[B] World Bank
[C] United Nations Development Programme
[D] Food and Agriculture Organization

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Correct Answer: D [Food and Agriculture Organization ]

Notes:
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) recently released the 2025 Review of the State of World Marine Fishery Resources. The report highlights that deep-sea species are hard to manage due to their slow growth, late maturity, long lifespans, low natural death rates, and rare spawning. Only 29% of deep-sea fish stocks are being fished sustainably, making them highly vulnerable. It raises concern over overfishing and Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing. Globally, 64.5% of all fishery stocks are within sustainable levels, but 35.5% are overfished.

5. Banas River, that was recently seen in news, is located in which state?

[A] Gujarat
[B] Rajasthan
[C] Madhya Pradesh
[D] Haryana

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Correct Answer: B [Rajasthan]

Notes:
Recently, several people lost their lives due to drowning in the Banas River in Tonk district of Rajasthan. The Banas River is located in the northwestern Indian state of Rajasthan. It originates near Kumbhalgarh in the Aravalli hills and flows northeastward. The river finally merges with the Chambal River just north of Sheopur.

Daily Current Affairs Quiz 12 June 2025

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1. Shahed drones are developed by which country?

[A] Iran
[B] Israel
[C] Ukraine
[D] India

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Correct Answer: A [Iran]

Notes:
Russia launched a massive air attack on Ukraine on June 11, 2025, using over 300 drones and missiles. Around 250 of these were Shahed drones, which are Iranian-made Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicles (UCAVs). Shahed drones are also loitering munitions made by Shahed Aviation Industries for one-way explosive attacks. Russia calls the Shahed-136 drone “Geran-2”.

2. Which organization has released its 2025 State of World Population (SOWP) report titled ‘The Real Fertility Crisis’?

[A] United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
[B] United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
[C] World Bank
[D] United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)

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Correct Answer: B [United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) ]

Notes:
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) released its 2025 State of World Population (SOWP) Report titled ‘The Real Fertility Crisis’. It highlights that one in three adult Indians face unintended pregnancies. It also states that 30% of Indians experience unfulfilled desires to have more or fewer children. United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) was created to support population and reproductive health programmes. Its mission is to ensure every pregnancy is wanted, childbirth is safe, and youth potential is fulfilled.

3. Which country hosted the multinational military Exercise KHAAN QUEST 2025?

[A] United States
[B] India
[C] Mongolia
[D] Japan

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Correct Answer: C [Mongolia]

Notes:
The Indian Army has arrived in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia to take part in the Multinational Military Exercise KHAAN QUEST. It is scheduled to take place from 14th to 28th June 2025 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia . This is the 22nd edition of the exercise, which started as a bilateral event between the United States of America (USA) and Mongolian Armed Forces in 2003 and became a multinational peacekeeping drill in 2006. The Indian Army team includes 40 personnel, mainly from a Battalion of the KUMAON Regiment, along with one woman officer and two women soldiers.

4. Which state government has launched a project to convert INS Guldar into India’s first underwater museum?

[A] Maharashtra
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Goa
[D] Kerala

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Correct Answer: A [Maharashtra]

Notes:
India’s first underwater museum and artificial coral reef will be created around the decommissioned warship Indian Naval Ship (INS) Guldar near Nivati Rocks in Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. The project was virtually inaugurated by the Chief Minister of Maharashtra with strong support from the central government. It aims to promote marine conservation and tourism, offering activities like scuba diving and submarine tours in the future. INS Guldar, a 1,120-ton ship decommissioned in January 2024, has been handed over to Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation.

5. National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) is developed under which ministry?

[A] Ministry of Home Affairs
[B] Ministry of Panchayati Raj
[C] Ministry of Defence
[D] Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs

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Correct Answer: D [Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs]

Notes:
The National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) was inaugurated for the Puducherry Legislative Assembly on 09 June 2025 by the Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs. NeVA is developed by the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs (MoPA) to digitize legislative proceedings across all 37 State and Union Territory (UT) legislatures. It works on the principle of ‘One Nation – One Application’ to bring transparency, paperless functioning, and efficiency in lawmaking. Recently, Puducherry joined the digital platform to modernize its Assembly operations and contribute to a unified digital legislative ecosystem.