Current Affairs 10th June 2025 : Daily GK Update in English
1. Which Indian ministry launched the ‘Digital Bharat Nidhi’ initiative in 2025 to enhance digital connectivity in rural areas?
a) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
b) Ministry of Communications
c) Ministry of Rural Development
d) Ministry of Home Affairs
Answer: b) Ministry of Communications
Explanation: The Ministry of Communications launched ‘Digital Bharat Nidhi’ in 2025 to fund telecom infrastructure in rural and remote areas, replacing the Universal Service Obligation Fund.
2. Which country was elected as the chair of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) for 2025?
a) South Korea
b) Thailand
c) Australia
d) Japan
Answer: a) South Korea
Explanation: South Korea assumed the APEC chairmanship in 2025, focusing on regional trade and sustainable development.
3. Which Indian state announced the ‘Mukhyamantri Balika Cycle Yojana’ in 2025 to promote girls’ education?
a) Bihar
b) Jharkhand
c) Odisha
d) Chhattisgarh
Answer: a) Bihar
Explanation: Bihar’s scheme, launched in 2025, provides free bicycles to schoolgirls to improve access to education and reduce dropout rates.
4. Who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2025?
a) Haruki Murakami
b) Annie Ernaux
c) Abdulrazak Gurnah
d) Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Answer: d) Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Explanation: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie was awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature for her impactful storytelling and exploration of identity.
5. Which Indian city hosted the 2025 International Film Festival of India (IFFI)?
a) Mumbai
b) Goa
c) Kolkata
d) Chennai
Answer: b) Goa
Explanation: Goa continued its tradition of hosting the 2025 IFFI, showcasing global and Indian cinema.
6. Which organization launched the ‘Global Methane Pledge’ action plan in 2025 to reduce emissions?
a) United Nations Environment Programme
b) World Bank
c) International Energy Agency
d) World Health Organization
Answer: a) United Nations Environment Programme
Explanation: UNEP led the 2025 Global Methane Pledge to curb methane emissions, a critical step in climate change mitigation.
7. Which Indian state launched the ‘Kisan Samman Yojana’ in 2025 to provide direct income support to farmers?
a) Punjab
b) Haryana
c) Madhya Pradesh
d) Rajasthan
Answer: c) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation: Madhya Pradesh introduced the ‘Kisan Samman Yojana’ in 2025 to offer financial assistance to small and marginal farmers.
8. Which country successfully tested a hypersonic missile in 2025?
a) Russia
b) China
c) United States
d) India
Answer: d) India
Explanation: India’s DRDO successfully tested a hypersonic missile in 2025, enhancing its defense capabilities.
9. Which Indian personality was appointed as the UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in 2025?
a) Priyanka Chopra
b) Deepika Padukone
c) Virat Kohli
d) Aamir Khan
Answer: b) Deepika Padukone
Explanation: Deepika Padukone was named UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in 2025 for her advocacy in mental health and child rights.
10. Which international summit was hosted by India in 2025 to promote renewable energy?
a) G20 Summit
b) International Solar Alliance Summit
c) BRICS Summit
d) SCO Summit
Answer: b) International Solar Alliance Summit
Explanation: India hosted the 2025 ISA Summit, advancing global cooperation in solar energy adoption.
11. Which Indian state introduced the ‘Arogya Raksha’ health insurance scheme in 2025?
a) Andhra Pradesh
b) Telangana
c) Karnataka
d) Kerala
Answer: a) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation: Andhra Pradesh’s ‘Arogya Raksha’ scheme, launched in 2025, provides universal health coverage to residents.
12. Which space agency collaborated with ISRO for a joint lunar mission planned for 2025?
a) NASA
b) ESA
c) JAXA
d) Roscosmos
Answer: c) JAXA
Explanation: ISRO and JAXA partnered for a 2025 lunar mission to explore the moon’s polar regions.
13. Which Indian bank became the first to integrate blockchain technology for cross-border transactions in 2025?
a) State Bank of India
b) HDFC Bank
c) ICICI Bank
d) Axis Bank
Answer: a) State Bank of India
Explanation: SBI adopted blockchain in 2025 to enhance the security and efficiency of cross-border payments.
14. Which Indian state was recognized as the ‘Best State for Tourism’ at the National Tourism Awards 2025?
a) Rajasthan
b) Kerala
c) Himachal Pradesh
d) Goa
Answer: b) Kerala
Explanation: Kerala won the 2025 award for its sustainable tourism practices and diverse attractions.
15. Which global initiative was launched in 2025 to combat antimicrobial resistance?
a) One Health Initiative
b) Global AMR Action Plan
c) WHO Health for All
d) UN Sustainable Health Goals
Answer: b) Global AMR Action Plan
Explanation: The Global AMR Action Plan, launched in 2025, aims to address the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance worldwide.
16. Which Indian city was selected as the host for the 2025 World Environment Day celebrations?
a) Bengaluru
b) Hyderabad
c) Pune
d) Bhopal
Answer: c) Pune
Explanation: Pune was chosen for its efforts in urban sustainability and environmental conservation.
17. Which Indian scientist was awarded the Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics in 2025?
a) Ashoke Sen
b) C. N. R. Rao
c) Venkatraman Ramakrishnan
d) Abhas Mitra
Answer: a) Ashoke Sen
Explanation: Ashoke Sen received the 2025 Breakthrough Prize for his contributions to string theory.
18. Which country joined the BRICS group as a full member in 2025?
a) Argentina
b) Saudi Arabia
c) Indonesia
d) Nigeria
Answer: b) Saudi Arabia
Explanation: Saudi Arabia became a full BRICS member in 2025, strengthening the group’s economic influence.
19. Which Indian state launched the ‘Vigyan Dhara’ program in 2025 to promote scientific research among students?
a) Tamil Nadu
b) Maharashtra
c) Gujarat
d) Karnataka
Answer: d) Karnataka
Explanation: Karnataka’s ‘Vigyan Dhara’ program encourages students to pursue scientific research and innovation.
20. Which international organization released the ‘World Economic Outlook 2025’?
a) World Bank
b) International Monetary Fund
c) World Trade Organization
d) United Nations
Answer: b) International Monetary Fund
Explanation: The IMF’s 2025 World Economic Outlook provided insights into global economic trends and forecasts.
21. Which Indian athlete won the gold medal in the 100m sprint at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships?
a) Hima Das
b) Dutee Chand
c) Amoj Jacob
d) Avinash Sable
Answer: b) Dutee Chand
Explanation: Dutee Chand secured the gold in the 100m sprint, showcasing India’s sprinting prowess.
22. Which Indian port was ranked as the top-performing port in 2025 for cargo handling?
a) Mumbai Port
b) Chennai Port
c) Paradip Port
d) Visakhapatnam Port
Answer: c) Paradip Port
Explanation: Paradip Port topped the charts in 2025 for its efficiency in cargo handling.
23. Which country introduced the world’s first carbon-negative policy framework in 2025?
a) Sweden
b) Denmark
c) Bhutan
d) Iceland
Answer: c) Bhutan
Explanation: Bhutan implemented a carbon-negative policy in 2025, reinforcing its environmental leadership.
24. Which Indian initiative was launched in 2025 to promote indigenous toy manufacturing?
a) Make in India
b) Toycathon 2.0
c) Atmanirbhar Bharat
d) Khel Khel Mein
Answer: b) Toycathon 2.0
Explanation: Toycathon 2.0 was launched to boost local toy production and innovation in 2025.
25. Which Indian state hosted the National Conference on e-Governance in 2025?
a) Andhra Pradesh
b) Telangana
c) Uttar Pradesh
d) Gujarat
Answer: a) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation: Andhra Pradesh hosted the 28th National Conference on e-Governance on June 9-10, 2025, focusing on digital transformation.