1. What is the current repo rate as announced by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in October 2025?
A) 6.00%
B) 5.50%
C) 5.75%
D) 5.25%
Answer: ✅ B) 5.50%
Explanation: The RBI kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.50% while hinting at a future rate cut due to declining inflation.
2. What is India’s revised GDP growth projection for FY 2025–26 as per RBI’s latest Monetary Policy Committee minutes?
A) 6.2%
B) 6.5%
C) 6.8%
D) 7.0%
Answer: ✅ C) 6.8%
Explanation: RBI increased the GDP growth forecast to 6.8% amid better consumption and industrial output.
3. Which Indian state is currently under a cyclone alert issued by the IMD on 21 October 2025?
A) Odisha
B) Tamil Nadu
C) Andaman & Nicobar Islands
D) West Bengal
Answer: ✅ C) Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Explanation: IMD issued a cyclone alert for Andaman & Nicobar Islands due to a developing low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal.
4. Which event marks the start of the Hindu financial year “Samvat 2082” observed on 21 October 2025?
A) Gudi Padwa
B) Akshaya Tritiya
C) Muhurat Trading Session
D) Baisakhi
Answer: ✅ C) Muhurat Trading Session
Explanation: A special Muhurat Trading session on NSE and BSE marks the beginning of Samvat 2082 for investors.
5. Which Indian airline announced the addition of 174 weekly flights from 26 October 2025?
A) IndiGo
B) Air India
C) Akasa Air
D) Vistara
Answer: ✅ B) Air India
Explanation: Air India plans to expand its winter schedule with 174 new weekly flights, boosting domestic and short-haul routes.
6. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued heavy rainfall alerts for which of the following regions on 21 October 2025?
A) Northern India
B) Western India
C) Southern India
D) Central India
Answer: ✅ C) Southern India
Explanation: IMD predicted heavy rainfall across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and coastal Andhra Pradesh.
7. Which state began observing “Police Commemoration Day” on 21 October 2025 to honour martyrs?
A) Maharashtra
B) Andhra Pradesh
C) Uttar Pradesh
D) Gujarat
Answer: ✅ B) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation: Andhra Pradesh Police initiated Police Commemoration Day to pay tribute to fallen officers.
8. The expected inflation rate for FY 2025–26, as projected by the RBI, stands at approximately —
A) 2.6%
B) 3.1%
C) 4.0%
D) 5.0%
Answer: ✅ A) 2.6%
Explanation: The RBI reduced its inflation projection to around 2.6%, citing easing food prices and stable crude oil costs.
9. Which country recently recalled its ambassador to the U.S. following a tariff-related diplomatic dispute in October 2025?
A) Colombia
B) Brazil
C) Mexico
D) Argentina
Answer: ✅ A) Colombia
Explanation: Colombia recalled its U.S. ambassador after tensions arose over American tariff threats.
10. Which international sports event scheduled in India is set to begin later this month (October 2025)?
A) Asian Games 2025
B) ICC Champions Trophy 2025
C) FIDE Chess World Cup 2025
D) Indian Open Badminton Championship
Answer: ✅ C) FIDE Chess World Cup 2025
Explanation: The FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 will take place in Goa from 31 October to 27 November 2025.
💡 Quiz Summary for Aspirants
Repo Rate: 5.50%
Inflation: 2.6%
GDP Growth Forecast: 6.8%
Key Observance: Police Commemoration Day (Andhra Pradesh)
Stock Market Highlight: Muhurat Trading (Samvat 2082)
Cyclone Alert: Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Airline Expansion: Air India adds 174 flights
Global Issue: Colombia recalls U.S. ambassador
Sports Highlight: FIDE Chess World Cup in Goa
