Banking and Financial Sector Questions
Question 1: Which bank has been recognized as the World’s Best Consumer Bank for 2025 by Global Finance magazine?
A) HDFC Bank
B) State Bank of India
C) ICICI Bank
D) Punjab National Bank
Answer: B) State Bank of India
SBI was adjudged as the World’s Best Consumer Bank for 2025 by Global Finance magazine for its digital innovation and customer-centric approach.
Question 2: Which UK bank has withdrawn from the Net Zero Banking Alliance?
A) Barclays
B) Standard Chartered
C) HSBC
D) Lloyds Banking Group
Answer: C) HSBC
HSBC became the first UK bank to withdraw from the Net Zero Banking Alliance, raising questions about climate commitments in the banking sector.
Question 3: What is the new auto-settlement limit increased by EPFO?
A) Rs 3 lakh
B) Rs 5 lakh
C) Rs 7 lakh
D) Rs 10 lakh
Answer: B) Rs 5 lakh
EPFO increased the auto-settlement limit from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 5 lakh, benefiting employees during financial emergencies.
Government and Economic Policy Questions
Question 4: What is the extended deadline for ITR filing for the year 2025?
A) August 31, 2025
B) September 15, 2025
C) October 31, 2025
D) July 31, 2025
Answer: B) September 15, 2025
The ITR filing deadline has been extended to September 15, 2025.
Question 5: India’s expected GDP growth rate for FY 2025-26 is:
A) 5.5%
B) 6.0%
C) 6.5%
D) 7.0%
Answer: C) 6.5%
India is expected to maintain its position as the world’s fastest-growing major economy with 6.5% growth in FY 2025-26.
Awards and Recognition Questions
Question 6: Which award did Prime Minister Narendra Modi receive from Namibia?
A) Order of the Namibian Eagle
B) Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis
C) Grand Cross of Namibia
D) Medal of Namibian Honor
Answer: B) Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis
PM Modi received Namibia’s highest civilian award ‘Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis’.
Competitive Exam Updates Questions
Question 7: When does the SSC CGL 2025 examination begin?
A) August 10, 2025
B) August 13, 2025
C) August 15, 2025
D) August 20, 2025
Answer: B) August 13, 2025
Staff Selection Commission released updated exam dates with CGL 2025 beginning August 13, 2025.
Sports and Cultural Events Questions
Question 8: International Chess Day 2025 is observed with which theme?
A) Chess for All
B) Every Move Counts
C) Strategic Thinking
D) Global Chess Unity
Answer: B) Every Move Counts
July 20 is celebrated as International Chess Day with theme ‘Every Move Counts’.
Question 9: Which Indian sports team announced a 40-member core group for coaching camp?
A) Men’s Hockey
B) Women’s Cricket
C) Senior Women’s Hockey
D) Men’s Football
Answer: C) Senior Women’s Hockey
Hockey India announced 40-member core group for senior women’s national coaching camp ahead of Asia Cup.
Administrative and Policy Questions
Question 10: From when does Aadhaar become mandatory for new PAN card applications?
A) June 1, 2025
B) July 1, 2025
C) August 1, 2025
D) September 1, 2025
Answer: B) July 1, 2025
Aadhaar became mandatory for new PAN card applications from July 1, 2025.
Answer Key Summary
B) State Bank of India
C) HSBC
B) Rs 5 lakh
B) September 15, 2025
C) 6.5%
B) Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis
B) August 13, 2025
B) Every Move Counts
C) Senior Women’s Hockey
B) July 1, 2025
This quiz covers major current affairs topics from July 20, 2025, focusing on areas frequently tested in SSC, Bank PO, UPSC, and other competitive examinations in India. The questions span banking sector updates, government policies, international recognition, examination schedules, sports developments, and administrative changes that are relevant for competitive exam preparation.
