Current Affairs MCQ Quiz – 25.08.2025
Question 1
What is the current repo rate maintained by RBI as of August 2025?
A) 5.0%
B) 5.25%
C) 5.5%
D) 5.75%
Answer: C) 5.5%
Explanation: RBI maintained the repo rate at 5.5% during the August 2025 Monetary Policy Committee meeting with a neutral stance.
Question 2
Which mission’s parachute system was successfully tested by ISRO through Integrated Air Drop Test?
A) Chandrayaan-4
B) Aditya L1
C) Gaganyaan
D) Mangalyaan-2
Answer: C) Gaganyaan
Explanation: ISRO successfully conducted the first Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01) for the Gaganyaan mission parachute system demonstration.
Question 3
Who has been appointed as the new Deputy National Security Adviser?
A) Ajit Doval
B) Anish Dayal Singh
C) Rajnath Singh
D) S. Jaishankar
Answer: B) Anish Dayal Singh
Explanation: Former CRPF Chief Anish Dayal Singh was appointed as the new Deputy National Security Adviser.
Question 4
The 56th GST Council meeting is scheduled to be held on which dates?
A) August 30-31, 2025
B) September 1-2, 2025
C) September 3-4, 2025
D) September 5-6, 2025
Answer: C) September 3-4, 2025
Explanation: The 56th GST Council meeting is scheduled for September 3-4, 2025 in New Delhi.
Question 5
Which veteran Indian cricketer announced retirement from all forms of cricket at age 37?
A) Rohit Sharma
B) Virat Kohli
C) Cheteshwar Pujara
D) Ajinkya Rahane
Answer: C) Cheteshwar Pujara
Explanation: Cheteshwar Pujara announced retirement from all forms of Indian cricket, having scored 7,195 runs in 103 Tests.
Question 6
What is India’s foreign exchange reserves as of the week ending August 15, 2025?
A) $693.618 billion
B) $695.106 billion
C) $697.250 billion
D) $690.500 billion
Answer: B) $695.106 billion
Explanation: India’s foreign exchange reserves rose by $1.488 billion to $695.106 billion for the week ending August 15.
Question 7
Which country’s Supreme Leader stated that relations with the US are “unsolvable”?
A) North Korea
B) China
C) Iran
D) Russia
Answer: C) Iran
Explanation: Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei stated that relations with the US are “unsolvable” amid nuclear standoff.
Question 8
In which city did an arson attack occur on an Indian restaurant, leading to arrests?
A) Birmingham
B) Manchester
C) London
D) Leicester
Answer: C) London
Explanation: A 15-year-old boy and 54-year-old man were arrested over an arson attack on Indian Aroma restaurant in London.
Question 9
What is RBI’s inflation forecast for FY26?
A) 3.7%
B) 3.5%
C) 3.1%
D) 2.9%
Answer: C) 3.1%
Explanation: RBI reduced its inflation forecast for FY26 to 3.1% from the earlier projection of 3.7%.
Question 10
The Gaganyaan uncrewed test mission is planned for which month?
A) October 2025
B) November 2025
C) December 2025
D) January 2026
Answer: C) December 2025
Explanation: The Gaganyaan uncrewed test mission is planned for December 2025, with the first crewed spaceflight expected in 2028.
Important Points for Exam Preparation
Key Numbers to Remember
Repo Rate: 5.5%
Standing Deposit Facility Rate: 5.25%
Marginal Standing Facility Rate: 5.75%
Foreign Exchange Reserves: $695.106 billion
Inflation Forecast FY26: 3.1%
GDP Growth Projection FY26: 6.5%
Important Appointments
Deputy National Security Adviser: Anish Dayal Singh
Upcoming Important Dates
August 26: SBI Clerk application deadline
August 28: IBPS Clerk application deadline
September 3-4: 56th GST Council meeting
December 2025: Gaganyaan uncrewed mission
Organizations and Headquarters
ISRO Headquarters: Bengaluru
RBI Headquarters: Mumbai
Current RBI Governor: Sanjay Malhotra
This quiz covers major current affairs topics essential for banking exams, SSC, and other competitive examinations conducted in India. Regular practice of such MCQs helps candidates stay updated with latest developments and improves their performance in competitive examinations.
