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Current Affairs Quiz – 12.06.2025 | Daily GK and Banking Exam Preparation

Current Affairs Quiz

Question 1: Banking and Monetary Policy

What significant monetary policy decision did the RBI announce recently?

A) 25 basis points repo rate increase
B) 50 basis points repo rate cut and 100 basis points CRR reduction
C) No change in repo rate
D) 75 basis points repo rate increase

Answer: B) 50 basis points repo rate cut and 100 basis points CRR reduction

Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India maintained its aggressive monetary stance with a significant 50 basis points repo rate cut and announced a 100 basis points reduction in Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) to be implemented in phases starting September 2025.


Question 2: Government Appointments

Who has been appointed as Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Strategy)?

A) Lieutenant General Rajesh Kumar
B) Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai
C) Lieutenant General Manoj Pande
D) Lieutenant General Anil Chauhan

Answer: B) Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai

Explanation: Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai has been appointed as Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Strategy), who previously handled Pakistan ceasefire negotiations during Operation Sindoor.


Question 3: Infrastructure Development

Where is India’s first electronic waste recycling eco park being established?

A) Mumbai, Maharashtra
B) Bangalore, Karnataka
C) Holambi Kalan, North Delhi
D) Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Answer: C) Holambi Kalan, North Delhi

Explanation: Delhi government announced establishment of India’s first electronic waste recycling eco park at Holambi Kalan, North Delhi, aligning with climate goals and Sustainable Development Goals.


Question 4: Skill Development Initiative

What is the approved budget for the scheme to upgrade Government ITIs?

A) ₹40,000 crore
B) ₹50,000 crore
C) ₹60,000 crore
D) ₹70,000 crore

Answer: C) ₹60,000 crore

Explanation: Union Cabinet approved a ₹60,000 crore scheme for upgrading 1,000 Government ITIs and establishing five National Centres of Excellence for Skilling, aiming to skill 20 lakh youth over five years.


Question 5: International Relations

Which countries are expected to sign an interim trade pact by the end of June 2025?

A) India and China
B) India and United States
C) India and Japan
D) India and Germany

Answer: B) India and United States

Explanation: India and United States concluded advanced negotiations on the Bilateral Trade Agreement, with an interim trade pact expected by end of June 2025 and broader agreement targeted for fall 2025.


Question 6: Sports – Cricket

Which teams are playing in the World Test Championship Final at Lord’s?

A) India vs England
B) Australia vs New Zealand
C) South Africa vs Australia
D) England vs South Africa

Answer: C) South Africa vs Australia

Explanation: South Africa faced Australia in the WTC Final at Lord’s, with bowling dominating as 14 wickets fell for 255 runs on Day 1, where Kagiso Rabada took 5-51.


Question 7: Technology and AI

Which company introduced V-JEPA 2, a new world model for robotics?

A) Google
B) Microsoft
C) Meta
D) Apple

Answer: C) Meta

Explanation: Meta introduced V-JEPA 2, a new world model enabling robots to understand physical world and predict responses to actions, helping AI agents think before acting and improving robot interaction with unfamiliar objects.


Question 8: Stock Market Performance

At what level did the BSE Sensex close on 11.06.2025?

A) 81,515.14 points
B) 82,515.14 points
C) 83,515.14 points
D) 84,515.14 points

Answer: B) 82,515.14 points

Explanation: BSE Sensex closed at 82,515.14 points, gaining 123.42 points (0.15%), while Nifty 50 ended at 25,141.40 points, up 37.15 points (0.15%).


Question 9: Space Exploration

Which space agency’s spacecraft captured first-ever images of sun’s poles?

A) NASA
B) ISRO
C) European Space Agency
D) JAXA

Answer: C) European Space Agency

Explanation: European Space Agency’s Solar Orbiter spacecraft captured first-ever images of sun’s poles, revealing magnetic field chaos during peak solar activity, observing both poles from 40 million miles away during maximum solar cycle.


Question 10: Corporate Records

Which organization entered Guinness World Records for selling the highest number of life insurance policies in a single day?

A) HDFC Life
B) ICICI Prudential Life
C) Life Insurance Corporation of India
D) SBI Life

Answer: C) Life Insurance Corporation of India

Explanation: Life Insurance Corporation of India entered Guinness World Records for selling the highest number of life insurance policies in a single day, marking a significant milestone in the insurance sector.


Quiz Summary and Exam Tips

Key Topics Covered

  • Banking and Monetary Policy developments

  • Government appointments and administrative changes

  • Infrastructure and development projects

  • International relations and trade agreements

  • Sports updates and achievements

  • Technology and artificial intelligence advances

  • Stock market performance indicators

  • Space exploration breakthroughs

  • Corporate milestones and records

Competitive Exam Focus Areas

  • Banking Awareness: RBI policies, banking sector performance, and financial regulations

  • Current Affairs: Government appointments, infrastructure projects, and policy decisions

  • International Relations: Trade agreements, diplomatic developments, and global partnerships

  • Sports Knowledge: Cricket tournaments, player performances, and international competitions

  • Technology Updates: AI developments, space exploration, and scientific breakthroughs

Study Strategy Tips

  • Regular practice of current affairs MCQs improves retention and recall speed

  • Focus on numerical data, dates, and specific figures for banking exams

  • Pay attention to government schemes, appointments, and policy changes

  • Stay updated with international developments and India’s diplomatic relations

  • Review sports achievements and records for comprehensive preparation

This quiz covers the most important current affairs from 11.06.2025, providing comprehensive preparation material for banking, SSC, UPSC, and other competitive examinations. Regular practice with such quizzes helps candidates stay updated with current developments and improves their performance in competitive exams.