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Current Affairs Quiz – 17.08.2025 for Competitive Exams

Current affairs Quiz

Question 1

What is the total worth of highway projects inaugurated by PM Modi in Delhi on 17.08.2025?

A) Rs 8,000 crore
B) Rs 11,000 crore
C) Rs 15,000 crore
D) Rs 20,000 crore

Answer: B) Rs 11,000 crore
PM Modi inaugurated highway projects worth Rs 11,000 crore including UER-II and Dwarka Expressway


Question 2

At what rate did RBI keep the repo rate unchanged in August 2025 MPC meeting?

A) 5.00%
B) 5.25%
C) 5.50%
D) 6.00%

Answer: C) 5.50%
RBI maintained repo rate at 5.50% in the August MPC meeting


Question 3

What is RBI’s revised inflation forecast for FY26?

A) 2.8%
B) 3.1%
C) 3.7%
D) 4.2%

Answer: B) 3.1%
RBI revised inflation forecast for FY26 downward to 3.1% from previous 3.7%


Question 4

How much infrastructure gift did PM Modi announce for Haryana?

A) Rs 1,500 crore
B) Rs 2,000 crore
C) Rs 2,500 crore
D) Rs 3,000 crore

Answer: B) Rs 2,000 crore
PM Modi announced Rs 2,000 crore infrastructure gift for Haryana state


Question 5

Which countries held a summit in Alaska regarding Ukraine conflict?

A) USA and Germany
B) Russia and Ukraine
C) Trump and Putin
D) Germany and France

Answer: C) Trump and Putin
Historic Trump-Putin summit was held in Alaska regarding Ukraine conflict resolution


Question 6

What is the approved budget for building Soochna Bhavans in 12 state capitals?

A) Rs 360 crore
B) Rs 420 crore
C) Rs 480 crore
D) Rs 540 crore

Answer: C) Rs 480 crore
Central government approved Rs 480 crore plan to build Soochna Bhavans in 12 state capitals


Question 7

By how much did India’s foreign exchange reserves increase recently?

A) USD 3.2 billion
B) USD 4.7 billion
C) USD 5.8 billion
D) USD 6.1 billion

Answer: B) USD 4.7 billion
India’s forex reserves increased by $4.7 billion to $693 billion


Question 8

Which rating agency upgraded India’s sovereign rating to BBB?

A) Moody’s
B) Fitch
C) S&P Global
D) CRISIL

Answer: C) S&P Global
S&P Global upgraded India’s sovereign rating to BBB from BBB-, first upgrade since 2007


Question 9

What percentage of Trump tariffs will take effect on Indian goods from August 27?

A) 25%
B) 40%
C) 50%
D) 60%

Answer: C) 50%
50% Trump tariffs on Indian goods are set to take effect from August 27


Question 10

How many farmers will benefit from the proposed PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana?

A) 1.2 crore
B) 1.5 crore
C) 1.7 crore
D) 2.0 crore

Answer: C) 1.7 crore
PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana is proposed to benefit 1.7 crore farmers


Quiz Scoring Guide

Excellent (9-10 correct): Outstanding preparation for competitive exams
Good (7-8 correct): Well-prepared, minor gaps to fill
Average (5-6 correct): Moderate preparation, requires more focus
Below Average (Below 5): Needs significant improvement in current affairs study

This quiz covers major national and international developments, economic updates, government policies, and banking sector news that are frequently asked in SSC, Bank PO, Railway, UPSC, and other competitive examinations. Regular practice with such current affairs quizzes helps candidates stay updated with latest developments and improves their performance in general awareness sections.

The questions are designed to test knowledge of recent government initiatives, monetary policy decisions, international relations, infrastructure projects, and economic indicators that form the core of competitive exam syllabi.