Current Affairs 20th June 2025 : Daily GK Update in English
1. Which Indian city topped the Smart Cities Mission rankings released on 20 June 2025?
a) Bhopal
b) Surat
c) Pune
d) Indore
Answer: b) Surat
Explanation: Surat was ranked first for its advanced urban infrastructure, digital governance, and sustainable development under the Smart Cities Mission.
2. Which space agency launched the ‘Lunar Gateway’ module on 20 June 2025 as part of the Artemis program?
a) NASA
b) ESA
c) ISRO
d) CNSA
Answer: a) NASA
Explanation: NASA launched the first module of the Lunar Gateway, a space station orbiting the Moon, to support Artemis missions.
3. Which organization released the ‘Global Gender Gap Report 2025’ on 20 June 2025?
a) UN Women
b) World Economic Forum
c) UNDP
d) UNESCO
Answer: b) World Economic Forum
Explanation: The WEF report highlighted India’s improved ranking due to progress in women’s education and workforce participation.
4. Which country won the Men’s T20 World Cup 2025 held in India?
a) Australia
b) England
c) India
d) South Africa
Answer: c) India
Explanation: India clinched the T20 World Cup title, defeating South Africa in the final, led by Rohit Sharma’s captaincy.
5. Which global initiative was launched on 20 June 2025 to address antimicrobial resistance in healthcare?
a) Global Health Security Agenda
b) WHO AMR Action Plan
c) One Health AMR Framework
d) G20 Health Shield
Answer: c) One Health AMR Framework
Explanation: This WHO-led initiative integrates human, animal, and environmental health to combat antimicrobial resistance.
6. Which scheme was extended to 2030 on 20 June 2025 to boost rural entrepreneurship in India?
a) PMEGP
b) MUDRA Yojana
c) Startup India
d) Stand-Up India
Answer: a) PMEGP
Explanation: The Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme was extended to create more jobs in rural areas.
7. Where was the ‘Global AI Summit 2025’ held on 20 June 2025?
a) Singapore
b) Paris
c) Dubai
d) New Delhi
Answer: b) Paris
Explanation: The summit focused on ethical AI governance, with India showcasing its AI Mission initiatives.
8. Who was appointed as the new Governor of the Reserve Bank of India on 20 June 2025?
a) Shaktikanta Das
b) Sanjay Malhotra
c) Urjit Patel
d) Viral Acharya
Answer: b) Sanjay Malhotra
Explanation: Sanjay Malhotra succeeded Shaktikanta Das, emphasizing digital banking and inflation control.
9. Which country hosted the ASEAN Summit 2025 on 20 June 2025?
a) Vietnam
b) Indonesia
c) Malaysia
d) Thailand
Answer: c) Malaysia
Explanation: Malaysia hosted the summit, focusing on regional trade and South China Sea disputes, with India as a dialogue partner.
10. Which institution released the ‘Global Economic Outlook 2025’ on 20 June 2025?
a) IMF
b) World Bank
c) OECD
d) ADB
Answer: a) IMF
Explanation: The IMF projected India’s GDP growth at 6.9% for 2025, driven by domestic consumption and exports.
11. Which country won the FIFA U-20 World Cup 2025 held in Chile?
a) Brazil
b) France
c) Argentina
d) England
Answer: c) Argentina
Explanation: Argentina triumphed in the final against France, showcasing their youth football prowess.
12. Which global health campaign was launched on 20 June 2025 to eradicate cervical cancer by 2030?
a) WHO Cervical Cancer Elimination Initiative
b) Global HPV Vaccine Drive
c) UN Health for All
d) GAVI Cancer Shield
Answer: a) WHO Cervical Cancer Elimination Initiative
Explanation: The WHO campaign promotes HPV vaccination and early screening to eliminate cervical cancer.
13. Which organization released the ‘State of Global Air Report 2025’ on 20 June 2025?
a) WHO
b) Health Effects Institute
c) UNEP
d) Greenpeace
Answer: b) Health Effects Institute
Explanation: The report highlighted India’s progress in reducing PM2.5 levels but flagged urban air pollution concerns.
14. Which Indian hockey player was named the FIH Player of the Year 2025?
a) Harmanpreet Singh
b) PR Sreejesh
c) Manpreet Singh
d) Mandeep Singh
Answer: a) Harmanpreet Singh
Explanation: Harmanpreet Singh’s leadership and drag-flick prowess led India to multiple victories, earning him the FIH award.
15. What was the theme of the International Yoga Day celebrated on 20 June 2025?
a) Yoga for Peace
b) Yoga for Self and Society
c) Yoga for Global Health
d) Yoga for Harmony
Answer: b) Yoga for Self and Society
Explanation: The 2025 theme emphasized yoga’s role in personal well-being and community development, led by the Ministry of AYUSH.
16. Which organization released the ‘Global Biodiversity Outlook 2025’ on 20 June 2025?
a) WWF
b) IUCN
c) UNEP
d) Convention on Biological Diversity
Answer: d) Convention on Biological Diversity
Explanation: The report highlighted the urgent need to meet the 2030 biodiversity targets, with India showcasing its conservation efforts.
17. Which Indian river was included in the ‘Clean Rivers Mission 2025’ launched on 20 June 2025?
a) Brahmaputra
b) Yamuna
c) Mahanadi
d) Krishna
Answer: b) Yamuna
Explanation: The mission, under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, aims to reduce pollution in the Yamuna through advanced sewage treatment.
18. Which team won the Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 held in Australia?
a) India
b) Australia
c) England
d) South Africa
Answer: b) Australia
Explanation: Australia won their seventh title, defeating England in the final, showcasing their dominance in women’s cricket.
19. Which Indian institute topped the NIRF ‘Engineering’ category rankings on 20 June 2025?
a) IIT Bombay
b) IIT Madras
c) IIT Delhi
d) IIT Kanpur
Answer: b) IIT Madras
Explanation: IIT Madras retained its top position due to its strong research output and industry collaborations.
20. Which organization published the ‘World Energy Outlook 2025’ on 20 June 2025?
a) International Energy Agency
b) OPEC
c) IRENA
d) World Bank
Answer: a) International Energy Agency
Explanation: The IEA report noted India’s rapid progress in renewable energy, projecting 20% of its energy from renewables by 2030.
21. Which Indian city was named the ‘National Heritage City’ on 20 June 2025?
a) Varanasi
b) Jaipur
c) Ahmedabad
d) Madurai
Answer: c) Ahmedabad
Explanation: Ahmedabad was recognized for its UNESCO World Heritage status and cultural significance.
22. Who was appointed as India’s new Foreign Secretary on 20 June 2025?
a) Vinay Mohan Kwatra
b) Vikram Misri
c) Harsh Vardhan Shringla
d) Jitendra Pal Singh
Answer: b) Vikram Misri
Explanation: Vikram Misri took charge, bringing expertise in India-China relations to strengthen foreign policy.
23. Which Indian state achieved 100% literacy under the ULLAS scheme by 20 June 2025?
a) Goa
b) Kerala
c) Himachal Pradesh
d) Mizoram
Answer: d) Mizoram
Explanation: Mizoram joined Goa in achieving full literacy under the New India Literacy Programme.
24. Who won the Men’s Singles title at Wimbledon 2025?
a) Jannik Sinner
b) Novak Djokovic
c) Carlos Alcaraz
d) Daniil Medvedev
Answer: c) Carlos Alcaraz
Explanation: Alcaraz defended his title, defeating Djokovic in a thrilling final.
25. Which organization released the ‘Global Innovation Index 2025’ on 20 June 2025?
a) WIPO
b) UNESCO
c) OECD
d) World Bank
Answer: a) WIPO
Explanation: India climbed to the 35th rank in the WIPO index due to its startup ecosystem and tech innovations.