Daily Current Affairs Quiz: 24 and 25 May 2025

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1. Which country is hosting the BRICS Culture Ministers’ Meeting in 2025?

India Brazil Russia South Africa

Answer: Brazil

Explanation: Brazil is hosting the BRICS Culture Ministers’ Meeting in 2025, focusing on cultural cooperation and heritage preservation among member nations.

2. What was the purpose of the Indian Coast Guard's collaboration with Haldia Dock Complex?

Environmental cleanup Security enhancement Infrastructure development Disaster management

Answer: Security enhancement

Explanation: The collaboration aimed to strengthen maritime security, ensuring safe operations at the Haldia Dock Complex.

3. The Indian Coast Guard launched a rescue operation in May 2025 to save people stranded due to what?

Cyclone Flood Earthquake Tsunami

Answer: Cyclone

Explanation: A rescue operation was conducted to evacuate people stranded due to a cyclone affecting coastal regions in May 2025.

4. What was the focus of the Finance Ministry’s DRAT/DRT Conference in May 2025?

Tax reforms Debt recovery Budget planning Financial inclusion

Answer: Debt recovery

Explanation: The conference discussed strategies to improve debt recovery processes across India.

5. Which state topped the Khelo India Beach Games 2025?

Maharashtra Manipur Nagaland Haryana

Answer: Manipur

Explanation: Manipur secured the top position in the Khelo India Beach Games 2025 with six silver medals.

6. The UK agreed to transfer what to Mauritius in May 2025?

Chagos Islands Falkland Islands Gibraltar Bermuda

Answer: Chagos Islands

Explanation: The UK agreed to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, while retaining control of the Diego Garcia military base.

7. What is the purpose of India’s Integrated Theatre Commands rolled out in May 2025?

Economic integration Military modernization Disaster response Cultural unity

Answer: Military modernization

Explanation: The Integrated Theatre Commands aim to enhance coordination and efficiency across India’s armed forces.

8. What is the name of the Indian Army’s initiative launched in May 2025?

Operation Sindoor Panchshul Pulse Teesta Prahar Sagar Kavach

Answer: Panchshul Pulse

Explanation: The Panchshul Pulse initiative promotes fitness and readiness among Indian Army personnel.

9. Which organization did East African nations sign an MoU with in May 2025?

WHO UN WTO IMF

Answer: WHO

Explanation: East African nations signed an MoU with the World Health Organization to enhance regional health cooperation.

10. What action did India plan to take with the FATF in May 2025?

Submit a dossier Host a summit Join as a member Exit the organization

Answer: Submit a dossier

Explanation: India planned to submit a dossier to the Financial Action Task Force to address concerns related to money laundering and terrorist financing.

11. Who chaired the 10th NITI Aayog Governing Council meeting in May 2025?

Amit Shah Narendra Modi Rajnath Singh Jagat Prakash Nadda

Answer: Narendra Modi

Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 10th NITI Aayog Governing Council meeting to discuss policy frameworks for development.

12. What did Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu launch in May 2025?

Aviation training program Rural development scheme Health initiative Education reform

Answer: Aviation training program

Explanation: Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu launched a program to skill youth in the aviation sector.

13. What initiative did the Ministry of Education launch in May 2025?

Sashakt Beti Digital India Skill India Clean India

Answer: Sashakt Beti

Explanation: The Sashakt Beti initiative aims to empower female students from disadvantaged backgrounds.

14. Why did CAQM revoke Stage-I of GRAP in NCR in May 2025?

Improved air quality Public protests Economic concerns Policy revision

Answer: Improved air quality

Explanation: The Commission for Air Quality Management revoked Stage-I of GRAP in NCR due to improved air quality levels.

15. What was the focus of the Fisheries Secretaries Conference 2025?

Sustainable fisheries Export promotion Coastal security Marine pollution

Answer: Sustainable fisheries

Explanation: The conference focused on promoting sustainable practices in the fisheries sector.

16. What did MoFPI invite expressions of interest for in May 2025?

Food processing units Agricultural exports Rural infrastructure Fisheries development

Answer: Food processing units

Explanation: The Ministry of Food Processing Industries invited expressions of interest for setting up food processing units.

17. Who held a high-level security meeting in May 2025?

Amit Shah Rajnath Singh Nitin Gadkari Jagat Prakash Nadda

Answer: Amit Shah

Explanation: Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed national security measures in a high-level meeting.

18. What project was the Centre awaiting Karnataka’s approval for in May 2025?

Metro expansion Irrigation project Highway construction Airport development

Answer: Metro expansion

Explanation: The Centre awaited Karnataka’s approval for a metro expansion project to enhance urban connectivity.

19. What did Hardeep S. Puri highlight in May 2025?

Fuel price stability Renewable energy Urban development Rural electrification

Answer: Fuel price stability

Explanation: Union Minister Hardeep S. Puri emphasized efforts to maintain fuel price stability amidst global challenges.

20. What did Harsh Malhotra distribute in May 2025?

Nutrition kits Educational kits Medical supplies Agricultural tools

Answer: Nutrition kits

Explanation: Harsh Malhotra distributed nutrition kits to promote health and nutrition among communities.

21. What initiative did Sarbananda Sonowal launch in May 2025?

Maritime development Sports promotion Rural healthcare Digital literacy

Answer: Maritime development

Explanation: Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal launched an initiative to boost maritime development and port infrastructure.

22. What was discussed at the 28th Coordination Committee Meeting in May 2025?

Economic reforms Security coordination Environmental policies Education reforms

Answer: Security coordination

Explanation: The meeting focused on enhancing security coordination among agencies.

23. Which sport contributed the most gold medals in Khelo India Beach Games 2025?

Beach soccer Pencak silat Beach volleyball Sepak takraw

Answer: Pencak silat

Explanation: Pencak silat contributed 28 out of 46 gold medals in the Khelo India Beach Games 2025.

24. Which state won the women’s sepak takraw quad regu gold at Khelo India Beach Games 2025?

Nagaland Haryana Delhi Odisha

Answer: Nagaland

Explanation: Nagaland’s women’s team won the sepak takraw quad regu gold, defeating Haryana 2-1.

25. What was the Supreme Court’s action in May 2025 regarding a legal case?

Stayed an order Passed a new law Appointed a judge Dismissed a case

Answer: Stayed an order

Explanation: The Supreme Court stayed an order in a significant legal case, impacting its enforcement.

26. Which ministry collaborated with the Ministry of Rural Development for the Krishi Sakhi program?

Ministry of Agriculture Ministry of Home Affairs Ministry of Health Ministry of Defence

Answer: Ministry of Agriculture

Explanation: The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare collaborated with the Ministry of Rural Development to empower rural women through the Krishi Sakhi program.

27. What was the name of the Indian Army’s exercise conducted in North Bengal in May 2025?

Teesta Prahar Sagar Kavach Operation Sindoor Panchshul Pulse

Answer: Teesta Prahar

Explanation: The Indian Army conducted the Teesta Prahar exercise at the Teesta Field Firing Range in North Bengal.

28. Which state’s performance improved significantly in Khelo India Youth Games 2025?

Bihar Rajasthan Haryana Maharashtra

Answer: Bihar

Explanation: Host state Bihar improved its medal tally from single digits to 36 in the Khelo India Youth Games 2025.

29. What was the projected growth rate for India’s economy in 2025 per the UN report?

6.3% 6.6% 7.3% 7.6%

Answer: 6.3%

Explanation: The UN’s World Economic Situation and Prospects report projected a 6.3% growth rate for India’s economy in 2025.

30. What research projects did India and the EU launch in May 2025?

Marine pollution and green hydrogen Space exploration Nuclear energy AI development

Answer: Marine pollution and green hydrogen

Explanation: India and the EU launched projects on marine pollution and green hydrogen production under a trade and technology council.

31. Which ministry launched the e-Toycathon 2025?

Ministry of Electronics and IT Ministry of Education Ministry of Commerce Ministry of Culture

Answer: Ministry of Electronics and IT

Explanation: The e-Toycathon 2025, organized by C-DAC, aimed to foster innovation in the toy industry.

32. What was the dividend approved by the RBI for FY 2024-25?

Rs 2,68,590.07 crore Rs 1,50,000 crore Rs 3,00,000 crore Rs 2,00,000 crore

Answer: Rs 2,68,590.07 crore

Explanation: The RBI approved a record dividend of Rs 2,68,590.07 crore to the Government for FY 2024-25.

33. What summit was inaugurated by PM Modi in New Delhi on May 23, 2025?

Rising Northeast Investors Summit BRICS Summit G20 Summit ASEAN Summit

Answer: Rising Northeast Investors Summit

Explanation: PM Modi inaugurated the Rising Northeast Investors Summit 2025 to promote trade and investment in the Northeast.

34. What was the focus of the Livestock Conclave 2025 held in Shillong?

Sustainable farming Export promotion Animal welfare Disease control

Answer: Sustainable farming

Explanation: The Livestock Conclave 2025 in Shillong focused on sustainable farming practices and technological interventions.

35. Who was appointed as the Chief Justice of Manipur High Court in May 2025?

Justice Kempaya Somashekar Justice D. Krishnakumar Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul Justice S. Ravindra Bhat

Answer: Justice Kempaya Somashekar

Explanation: The Supreme Court Collegium recommended Justice Kempaya Somashekar as the Chief Justice of Manipur High Court.

36. What was the purpose of the SVAMITVA Scheme mentioned in recent news?

Rural electrification Property rights in villages Agricultural subsidies Digital education

Answer: Property rights in villages

Explanation: The SVAMITVA Scheme provides legal ownership papers for village properties using drone technology.

37. Which state launched the PM Shri Tourism Air Service in 2024?

Uttar Pradesh Madhya Pradesh Haryana Bihar

Answer: Madhya Pradesh

Explanation: Madhya Pradesh launched the PM Shri Tourism Air Service to boost tourism connectivity.

38. What was the name of the bulletproof jacket developed by BARC?

Bhabha Kavach Sagar Shakti Teesta Prahar Panchshul Pulse

Answer: Bhabha Kavach

Explanation: BARC developed the Bhabha Kavach, a lighter and cheaper bulletproof jacket for the CRPF.

39. What was the focus of the SheSTEM 2024 event?

Women in STEM Rural education Agricultural innovation Digital literacy

Answer: Women in STEM

Explanation: SheSTEM 2024, under NITI Aayog, focused on encouraging women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

40. What day is observed on January 24 to raise awareness about girls’ challenges?

National Girl Child Day Women’s Empowerment Day Beti Bachao Day Gender Equality Day

Answer: National Girl Child Day

Explanation: National Girl Child Day is observed on January 24 to address gender inequality and empower girls.