Current Affairs Quiz – 10 Multiple Choice Questions
Question 1: Air India Flight Disaster
Which Air India flight crashed in Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025?
A) AI163
B) AI171
C) AI175
D) AI169
Answer: B) AI171
The Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner bound for London Gatwick, crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad. The aircraft was carrying 242 passengers and crew members from various nationalities.
Question 2: Israeli Military Operation
What was the codename for Israel’s preemptive strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities?
A) Desert Storm
B) Iron Dome
C) Am KeLavi (Rising Lion)
D) Guardian Shield
Answer: C) Am KeLavi (Rising Lion)
Israel conducted Operation “Am KeLavi” (Rising Lion), targeting dozens of sites across Iran, including locations associated with Iran’s nuclear program. The large-scale strikes occurred in the early hours of June 13, 2025.
Question 3: Cricket Hall of Fame
Which former Indian cricket captain was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame on June 12, 2025?
A) Virat Kohli
B) MS Dhoni
C) Rohit Sharma
D) Sourav Ganguly
Answer: B) MS Dhoni
MS Dhoni was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame along with six other cricket legends during a ceremony in London. He became the 11th Indian cricketer to receive this honor, joining legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Kapil Dev.
Question 4: World Day Against Child Labour
What was the theme for World Day Against Child Labour 2025?
A) “End Child Labour Now”
B) “Progress is clear, but there’s more to do: let’s speed up efforts!”
C) “Children First, Work Later”
D) “Protect Every Child”
Answer: B) “Progress is clear, but there’s more to do: let’s speed up efforts!”
World Day Against Child Labour was observed globally on June 12, 2025, with this specific theme. According to recent estimates, 138 million children are still engaged in child labor globally, with 54 million in dangerous occupations.
Question 5: IPL Championship
Which team won their maiden IPL title in 2025, ending an 18-year drought?
A) Delhi Capitals
B) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
C) Punjab Kings
D) Rajasthan Royals
Answer: B) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won their maiden IPL title, ending an 18-year drought by defeating Punjab Kings in the final. This historic triumph was celebrated by former players including AB de Villiers.
Question 6: Geographical Indication Tag
Which traditional alcoholic beverage from Goa received the Geographical Indication (GI) Tag?
A) Urrak
B) Feni
C) Cashew Wine
D) Palm Wine
Answer: B) Feni
Goa’s Feni secured the Geographical Indication (GI) Tag, marking a new chapter for this heritage spirit. This recognition helps protect and promote traditional products with specific geographical origins.
Question 7: Los Angeles Immigration Crisis
How many National Guard members and Marines were deployed to Los Angeles during the immigration protests?
A) 3,500 Guard members and 500 Marines
B) 4,000 Guard members and 700 Marines
C) 5,000 Guard members and 800 Marines
D) 3,000 Guard members and 600 Marines
Answer: B) 4,000 Guard members and 700 Marines
President Trump federalized the California National Guard, deploying 4,000 guard members and 700 Marines to Los Angeles during the sixth consecutive day of protests against ICE raids.
Question 8: World Test Championship
Which two teams faced off in the ICC World Test Championship Final at Lord’s?
A) India and England
B) Australia and South Africa
C) New Zealand and Pakistan
D) England and South Africa
Answer: B) Australia and South Africa
Australia and South Africa faced off in the ICC World Test Championship Final at Lord’s, London. Day 2 saw Australia reach 144/8 at stumps after being reduced to 73/7, with Pat Cummins completing a five-wicket haul.
Question 9: Banking Sector Development
Which organization secured a $100 million multi-currency syndicated social loan facility?
A) HDFC Bank
B) CreditAccess Grameen
C) Bajaj Finserv
D) ICICI Bank
Answer: B) CreditAccess Grameen
CreditAccess Grameen, India’s largest NBFC-MFI (Non-Banking Financial Company-Microfinance Institution), secured a $100 million multi-currency syndicated social loan facility, marking a significant development in the microfinance sector.
Question 10: Stock Market Performance
By how many points did the Sensex fall on June 12, 2025?
A) 756.23 points
B) 823.16 points
C) 892.45 points
D) 734.56 points
Answer: B) 823.16 points
The Sensex tanked 823.16 points or 1.00 percent due to tariff concerns and Middle East tensions. Indian equity indices ended on a weak note with Nifty falling below 24,900 points.
