Quiz Questions
Question 1: Who was appointed as the new CEO and MD of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) in July 2025?
a) Sat Pal Bhanoo
b) R Doraiswamy
c) Ashim Kumar Ghosh
d) Kavinder Gupta
Answer: b) R Doraiswamy
Explanation: R Doraiswamy was appointed as the new CEO and MD of LIC for three years, replacing Sat Pal Bhanoo.
Question 2: India’s retail inflation in June 2025 hit a:
a) 5-year low at 2.5%
b) 6-year low at 2.1%
c) 4-year low at 2.3%
d) 7-year low at 1.9%
Answer: b) 6-year low at 2.1%
Explanation: India’s retail inflation dropped to 2.1% in June 2025, marking a 6-year low due to declining food prices.
Question 3: Which state became the first to join the Cruise Bharat Mission?
a) Maharashtra
b) Kerala
c) Gujarat
d) Goa
Answer: c) Gujarat
Explanation: Gujarat became the first state to join the Cruise Bharat Mission to develop cruise tourism infrastructure by 2029.
Question 4: The Employment Linked Incentive Scheme announced by the government has a budget allocation of:
a) ₹75,000 crore
b) ₹1 lakh crore
c) ₹50,000 crore
d) ₹1.5 lakh crore
Answer: b) ₹1 lakh crore
Explanation: The government allocated ₹1 lakh crore for the Employment Linked Incentive Scheme to create 3.5 crore new jobs.
Question 5: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s recent visit was to which country to discuss improving bilateral relations?
a) Pakistan
b) China
c) Bangladesh
d) Nepal
Answer: b) China
Explanation: S. Jaishankar met Chinese Vice President Han Zheng in Beijing, stating that India-China relations are steadily improving.
Question 6: Who won the men’s singles title at Wimbledon 2025?
a) Carlos Alcaraz
b) Novak Djokovic
c) Jannik Sinner
d) Roger Federer
Answer: c) Jannik Sinner
Explanation: Jannik Sinner became the first Italian to win Wimbledon men’s singles, defeating Carlos Alcaraz in the final.
Question 7: The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation in June 2025 was:
a) Positive at 0.25%
b) Negative at -0.13%
c) Zero percent
d) Positive at 0.50%
Answer: b) Negative at -0.13%
Explanation: WPI inflation turned negative at -0.13% in June 2025, indicating deflationary trends in commodity prices.
Question 8: Which bridge was inaugurated by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari in Karnataka?
a) Pamban Bridge
b) Bandra-Worli Sea Link
c) Sigandur Bridge
d) Howrah Bridge
Answer: c) Sigandur Bridge
Explanation: The ₹472 crore Sigandur bridge in Karnataka was inaugurated, connecting the Shivamogga region to Sharavathi backwaters.
Question 9: World Youth Skills Day is celebrated on:
a) July 14
b) July 15
c) July 16
d) July 17
Answer: b) July 15
Explanation: World Youth Skills Day is celebrated on July 15 globally to highlight the importance of skill development for youth employment.
Question 10: The ‘Sanchar Mitra Scheme’ was launched by which department?
a) Ministry of Electronics and IT
b) Department of Telecommunications (DoT)
c) Ministry of Communications
d) TRAI
Answer: b) Department of Telecommunications (DoT)
Explanation: DoT launched the ‘Sanchar Mitra Scheme’ nationwide to empower youth as digital ambassadors in the telecommunications sector.
Additional Practice Questions
Bonus Question 1: The PM E-DRIVE scheme for electric trucks was launched by which ministry?
a) Ministry of Road Transport
b) Ministry of Heavy Industries
c) Ministry of Environment
d) Ministry of Power
Answer: b) Ministry of Heavy Industries
Bonus Question 2: India secured a 5-year DAP fertilizer supply agreement with which country?
a) Russia
b) Iran
c) Saudi Arabia
d) UAE
Answer: c) Saudi Arabia
Quiz Analysis for Competitive Exams
SSC Exam Relevance
Government schemes and appointments
Economic indicators and inflation data
Current affairs and general knowledge
Indian geography and infrastructure
Bank PO Exam Relevance
Banking sector updates and appointments
Economic policy changes
Financial market movements
RBI policy decisions
UPSC Exam Relevance
International relations and diplomacy
Government policies and schemes
Constitutional appointments
Environmental and social issues
General Tips
Focus on recent appointments and policy changes
Remember key economic indicators
Stay updated with international relations
Practice sports and awards sections regularly
Scoring Guide
9-10 correct: Excellent preparation level
7-8 correct: Good, need minor improvements
5-6 correct: Average, requires more study
Below 5: Need intensive preparation
Note: This quiz is designed based on current affairs from July 15, 2025, and covers topics frequently asked in competitive examinations. Regular practice with such quizzes will help improve your preparation for SSC, Bank PO, UPSC, and other government exams.
