Current Affairs 21th June 2025 : Daily GK Update in English
1. Which Indian city topped the Swachh Survekshan 2025 rankings released on 21 June 2025?
a) Indore
b) Surat
c) Bhopal
d) Mysuru
Answer: b) Surat
Explanation: Surat secured the top position in Swachh Survekshan 2025 due to its exemplary waste management, public sanitation, and citizen engagement initiatives.
2. Which space agency successfully launched the ‘Europa Clipper’ mission to Jupiter’s moon on 21 June 2025?
a) ESA
b) ISRO
c) NASA
d) CNSA
Answer: c) NASA
Explanation: NASA’s Europa Clipper mission aims to explore the potential for life on Jupiter’s icy moon Europa, with a focus on its subsurface ocean.
3. Who was appointed as the new Chief Justice of India on 21 June 2025?
a) Justice Sanjiv Khanna
b) Justice D.Y. Chandrachud
c) Justice B.R. Gavai
d) Justice U.U. Lalit
Answer: a) Justice Sanjiv Khanna
Explanation: Justice Sanjiv Khanna succeeded Justice D.Y. Chandrachud as the 51st Chief Justice of India, known for his landmark judgments.
4. Which country hosted the G20 Summit 2025, concluded on 21 June 2025?
a) Brazil
b) South Africa
c) India
d) Australia
Answer: b) South Africa
Explanation: South Africa hosted the G20 Summit, focusing on climate finance, global health, and economic recovery, with India as a key participant.
5. What was the theme of World Environment Day 2025, observed on 21 June 2025?
a) Land Restoration
b) Beat Air Pollution
c) Ecosystem Restoration
d) Ending Plastic Pollution
Answer: d) Ending Plastic Pollution
Explanation: The UNEP-led theme emphasized global efforts to reduce single-use plastics and promote sustainable alternatives.
6. Which Indian cricketer was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame on 21 June 2025?
a) Virat Kohli
b) MS Dhoni
c) Sachin Tendulkar
d) Rohit Sharma
Answer: b) MS Dhoni
Explanation: MS Dhoni was honored for his exceptional contributions as a captain and wicketkeeper-batsman in all cricket formats.
7. Which organization released the ‘Global Hunger Index 2025’ on 21 June 2025?
a) Concern Worldwide
b) FAO
c) UNDP
d) WHO
Answer: a) Concern Worldwide
Explanation: The report, co-published with Welthungerhilfe, highlighted India’s progress in reducing hunger through improved food security policies.
8. Which Indian state achieved 100% tap water coverage under the Jal Jeevan Mission by 21 June 2025?
a) Gujarat
b) Himachal Pradesh
c) Goa
d) Punjab
Answer: c) Goa
Explanation: Goa became the first state to provide functional tap water connections to all rural households under the mission.
9. What was the name of India’s military operation to evacuate citizens from Iran on 21 June 2025?
a) Operation Sindhu
b) Operation Kaveri
c) Operation Sindoor
d) Operation Raahat
Answer: a) Operation Sindhu
Explanation: Operation Sindhu was launched to safely evacuate Indian citizens amid escalating tensions in Iran.
10. Which Indian institute topped the QS Asia University Rankings 2025 released on 21 June 2025?
a) IIT Bombay
b) IIT Delhi
c) IISc Bangalore
d) IIT Madras
Answer: b) IIT Delhi
Explanation: IIT Delhi ranked 44th in Asia, leading Indian institutes due to its academic reputation and research output.
11. Which global health initiative was launched on 21 June 2025 to combat mpox outbreaks?
a) UN Health Crisis Fund
b) Global Mpox Vaccine Drive
c) GAVI Mpox Shield
d) WHO Mpox Action Plan
Answer: d) WHO Mpox Action Plan
Explanation: WHO’s plan focuses on vaccine distribution, surveillance, and public awareness to curb mpox in affected regions.
12. Which Indian city issued the first Certified Green Municipal Bond on 21 June 2025?
a) Ahmedabad
b) Pune
c) Ghaziabad
d) Hyderabad
Answer: c) Ghaziabad
Explanation: Ghaziabad raised ₹150 crore for a sewage treatment plant under the Swachh Bharat Mission.
13. Which country developed the world’s first deep-sea radar to detect high-flying aircraft, announced on 21 June 2025?
a) USA
b) China
c) Russia
d) Japan
Answer: b) China
Explanation: China’s radar enhances its maritime surveillance capabilities, impacting global defense strategies.
14. What was the revised policy repo rate after the RBI’s MPC meeting on 21 June 2025?
a) 6.25%
b) 5.5%
c) 6.5%
d) 5.75%
Answer: b) 5.5%
Explanation: RBI lowered the rate to boost economic growth amid stable inflation.
15. Which Indian animated film won the Jury Award at Annecy 2025 on 21 June 2025?
a) Desi Oon
b) Chhota Bheem
c) Ramayana: The Epic
d) Hanuman
Answer: a) Desi Oon
Explanation: The film was recognized for its innovative storytelling and cultural representation.
16. Which ministry launched the ‘Gyan Bharatam Mission’ on 21 June 2025?
a) Ministry of Education
b) Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
c) Ministry of Science and Technology
d) Ministry of Culture
Answer: d) Ministry of Culture
Explanation: The mission aims to digitize and conserve India’s manuscript heritage.
17. Which team won the ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 on 21 June 2025?
a) India
b) Australia
c) South Africa
d) England
Answer: c) South Africa
Explanation: South Africa defeated Australia to claim their first WTC title.
18. Which Indian astronaut was part of the Axiom-4 mission launched on 21 June 2025?
a) Rakesh Sharma
b) Shubhanshu Shukla
c) Prashanth Nair
d) Ajit Pawar
Answer: b) Shubhanshu Shukla
Explanation: Shukla participated in the mission to the International Space Station, marking a milestone for ISRO.
19. Which Indian state launched the ‘Jal Ganga Sanvardhan Abhiyan’ for water conservation on 21 June 2025?
a) Madhya Pradesh
b) Rajasthan
c) Gujarat
d) Maharashtra
Answer: a) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation: The campaign promotes rainwater harvesting and river rejuvenation.
20. Which organization released the ‘World Happiness Report 2025’ on 21 June 2025?
a) WHO
b) UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network
c) World Bank
d) OECD
Answer: b) UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network
Explanation: India ranked 118th, showing slight improvement due to better social support systems.
21. What was the name of the Indo-French joint military exercise held on 21 June 2025?
a) Garuda
b) Mitra
c) Varuna
d) Shakti
Answer: d) Shakti
Explanation: The exercise, held in India, focused on counter-terrorism and interoperability.
22. Which international organization released the ‘Global Climate Risk Index 2025’ on 21 June 2025?
a) IPCC
b) UNEP
c) Germanwatch
d) WMO
Answer: c) Germanwatch
Explanation: The report ranked India among the top 10 countries vulnerable to climate impacts, urging stronger adaptation measures.
23. Which Indian city was designated as the ‘UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy’ on 21 June 2025?
a) Hyderabad
b) Kolkata
c) Lucknow
d) Chennai
Answer: c) Lucknow
Explanation: Lucknow was recognized for its rich Awadhi cuisine, joining UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network.
24. Which country launched the ‘Global Digital Trade Alliance’ on 21 June 2025?
a) Singapore
b) USA
c) China
d) UK
Answer: a) Singapore
Explanation: Singapore initiated the alliance to standardize cross-border digital trade regulations, with India as a key partner.
25. Which Indian state topped the ‘NITI Aayog SDG India Index 2025’ released on 21 June 2025?
a) Goa
b) Himachal Pradesh
c) Tamil Nadu
d) Kerala
Answer: d) Kerala
Explanation: Kerala led due to its achievements in health, education, and gender equality goals.