Question 1
Who has been appointed as the first woman Director General of Railway Protection Force (RPF)?
A) Sonali Sharma
B) Sonali Mishra
C) Sunita Sharma
D) Sunita Mishra
Answer: B) Sonali Mishra
Explanation: Senior IPS officer Sonali Mishra has been appointed as the first woman Director General of Railway Protection Force (RPF), replacing Manoj Yadav who retires on July 31, 2025.
Question 2
According to the RBI’s latest policy decision, the repo rate has been reduced to what percentage?
A) 5.25%
B) 5.50%
C) 5.75%
D) 6.00%
Answer: B) 5.50%
Explanation: RBI reduced policy repo rate by 50 basis points to 5.50% in June 2025, shifting stance from accommodative to neutral.
Question 3
Which ISRO astronaut is scheduled to return to Earth on July 15, 2025, after the Axiom-4 mission?
A) Group Captain Rakesh Sharma
B) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla
C) Group Captain Rajesh Kumar
D) Group Captain Suresh Sharma
Answer: B) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla
Explanation: Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, ISRO astronaut, is set to return to Earth on July 15, 2025, after spending 18 days at the International Space Station under the Axiom-4 mission.
Question 4
What is India’s projected GDP growth rate for 2025-26 according to RBI?
A) 6.2%
B) 6.3%
C) 6.5%
D) 6.8%
Answer: C) 6.5%
Explanation: RBI projects 6.5% GDP growth for 2025-26, maintaining India’s position as fastest-growing major economy.
Question 5
The 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) is scheduled to be held in which city?
A) Bangkok, Thailand
B) Los Angeles, USA
C) Belém, Brazil
D) Berlin, Germany
Answer: C) Belém, Brazil
Explanation: COP30 is scheduled for November 10-21, 2025, in Belém, Brazil.
Question 6
Which penalty amount was imposed by RBI on HDFC Bank for foreign investment norm violations?
A) Rs 4.25 lakh
B) Rs 4.50 lakh
C) Rs 4.88 lakh
D) Rs 5.25 lakh
Answer: C) Rs 4.88 lakh
Explanation: RBI imposed Rs 4.88 lakh penalty on HDFC Bank for foreign investment norm violations.
Question 7
According to the Supreme Court’s recent judgment, which test is declared unconstitutional when conducted involuntarily?
A) Polygraph test
B) Narco-analysis test
C) Brain mapping test
D) Lie detector test
Answer: B) Narco-analysis test
Explanation: Supreme Court reaffirmed that involuntary narco-analysis tests are unconstitutional, violating Articles 20(3) and 21.
Question 8
How many appointment letters were distributed by Prime Minister Modi through the 16th Rozgar Mela?
A) 45,000
B) 48,000
C) 51,000
D) 55,000
Answer: C) 51,000
Explanation: Prime Minister Modi distributed over 51,000 appointment letters to new government recruits through the 16th Rozgar Mela conducted at 47 locations across India.
Question 9
The Air India crash investigation revealed that fuel control switches were moved from which position to which position?
A) ON to OFF
B) START to STOP
C) RUN to CUTOFF
D) ACTIVE to INACTIVE
Answer: C) RUN to CUTOFF
Explanation: Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) revealed that fuel control switches were moved from ‘RUN’ to ‘CUTOFF’ position, causing dual engine failure.
Question 10
Which country’s Defense Secretary confirmed cuts to Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative (USAI) in 2026 budget?
A) United Kingdom
B) United States
C) Germany
D) France
Answer: B) United States
Explanation: US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed cuts to Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative (USAI) in 2026 budget, emphasizing diplomatic solutions over military support.
SCORING GUIDE
9-10 Correct: Excellent – You’re well-prepared for competitive exams
7-8 Correct: Good – Keep practicing current affairs regularly
5-6 Correct: Average – Focus more on daily news reading
Below 5: Needs improvement – Increase your current affairs study time
