Current Affairs 24th June 2025 : Daily GK Update in English
1. What was the theme of International Olympic Day 2025 celebrated in India on June 23, 2025?
A) Peace Through Sports
B) Let’s Move + 1, India!
C) Together for a Better World
D) Move and Celebrate
Answer: B) Let’s Move + 1, India!
Explanation: International Olympic Day 2025, celebrated on June 23, had the theme “Let’s Move + 1, India!” in India, encouraging sports participation. Events were organized by the IOC, Abhinav Bindra Foundation, and Reliance Foundation, led by Olympic medalists Abhinav Bindra and PV Sindhu. This is relevant for exams testing awareness of important days and sports initiatives.
2. Who released the compilation of President Droupadi Murmu’s speeches titled “Wings to Our Hopes – Volume II” on June 23, 2025?
A) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
B) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
C) Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar
D) Home Minister Amit Shah
Answer: B) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
Explanation: Rajnath Singh released the book at Rashtrapati Bhavan, which compiles 51 speeches by President Murmu from August 2023 to July 2024. The book, published by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, emphasizes governance and inclusiveness, making it a key topic for governance-related questions in UPSC and SSC exams.
3. What reservation percentage was approved for former Agniveers in Uttar Pradesh Police recruitment in June 2025?
A) 10%
B) 20%
C) 15%
D) 25%
Answer: B) 20%
Explanation: The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet approved a 20% horizontal reservation for Agniveers in police roles like Constable and Fireman, supporting their reintegration. This is relevant for state policy and governance questions in State PSC and SSC exams.
4. Which city was selected as the national host for the 11th International Day of Yoga on June 21, 2025?
A) Varanasi
B) New Delhi
C) Visakhapatnam
D) Rishikesh
Answer: C) Visakhapatnam
Explanation: Visakhapatnam hosted the 11th International Day of Yoga at RK Beach, a significant event for promoting health and wellness. This is a common topic for questions on national initiatives in Banking and SSC exams.
5. Which state launched the Jal Ganga Sanvardhan Abhiyan for water conservation in 2025?
A) Gujarat
B) Madhya Pradesh
C) Rajasthan
D) Haryana
Answer: B) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation: Madhya Pradesh’s Jal Ganga Sanvardhan Abhiyan aims to promote water conservation, aligning with environmental sustainability goals. This is relevant for environmental and state-specific questions in UPSC and State PSC exams.
6. Which ministry is responsible for the Kalagram initiative for Mahakumbh 2025?
A) Ministry of Tourism
B) Ministry of Culture
C) Ministry of External Affairs
D) Indian Council for Cultural Relations
Answer: B) Ministry of Culture
7. Which country’s Prime Minister, Ilza Amado Vaz, announced her resignation in 2025?
A) Sao Tome and Principe
B) Cameroon
C) Chad
D) Democratic Republic of the Congo
Answer: A) Sao Tome and Principe
Explanation: Ilza Amado Vaz resigned as Prime Minister of Sao Tome and Principe, impacting regional politics. This is relevant for international affairs questions in UPSC.
8. Which day is observed as the International Day of Education annually?
A) January 24
B) January 25
C) January 26
D) January 27
Answer: A) January 24
Explanation: The International Day of Education, observed on January 24, promotes global education access. This is a key topic for important days in SSC and Banking exams.
9. Which Indian Navy ship conducted a hydrographic survey of Mauritius in 2025?
A) INS Sarvekshak
B) INS Viraat
C) INS Kalvari
D) INS Saryu
Answer: A) INS Sarvekshak
Explanation: INS Sarvekshak conducted a hydrographic survey, strengthening India-Mauritius maritime ties. This is relevant for defence and bilateral relations questions in NDA and UPSC exams.
10. Which country developed the Shahed drones, as mentioned in recent global conflicts?
A) Israel
B) Iran
C) Ukraine
D) India
Answer: B) Iran
Explanation: Iran developed Shahed drones, used in conflicts like the Russia-Ukraine war, making it a key topic for international security questions in UPSC.
11. How many individuals were honored with the Padma Vibhushan Award in 2025?
A) 4
B) 6
C) 7
D) 5
Answer: C) 7
Explanation: Seven individuals received the Padma Vibhushan in 2025, India’s second-highest civilian award. This is a frequent topic for awards and honors in SSC and Banking exams.
12. Jitendra Pal Singh was appointed as India’s Ambassador to which country in 2025?
A) France
B) Israel
C) United States
D) Germany
Answer: B) Israel
Explanation: Jitendra Pal Singh’s appointment strengthens India-Israel ties, a key topic for diplomatic relations in UPSC GS-II.
13. Which organization launched the enhanced Certificate of Origin (eCoO) 2.0 system in 2025?
A) Reserve Bank of India
B) Directorate General of Foreign Trade
C) Export Promotion Council
D) Federation of Indian Export Organisations
Answer: B) Directorate General of Foreign Trade
Explanation: The DGFT launched eCoO 2.0 to streamline export processes, a key topic for trade and economy questions in UPSC and Banking exams.
14. Which country developed the world’s first deep-sea radar to detect high-flying aircraft in 2025?
A) Russia
B) China
C) USA
D) Japan
Answer: B) China
Explanation: China’s deep-sea radar enhances its defense capabilities, a significant technological advancement relevant for science and technology questions in UPSC.
15. In which state was the Indiramma Atmiya Bharosa Scheme launched in 2025?
A) Telangana
B) Andhra Pradesh
C) Karnataka
D) Tamil Nadu
Answer: A) Telangana
Explanation: The Indiramma Atmiya Bharosa Scheme provides welfare benefits in Telangana, relevant for state-specific welfare scheme questions in State PSC exams.
16. Which institution developed the Central Suspect Registry in 2025?
A) Central Bureau of Investigation
B) Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre
C) National Investigation Agency
D) Reserve Bank of India
Answer: B) Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre
Explanation: The I4C developed the Central Suspect Registry to combat cybercrime, a key topic for internal security questions in UPSC GS-III.
17. Which organization was appointed as the Central Nodal Agency for the Mahakumbh Mela 2025?
A) Ministry of Tourism
B) National Disaster Management Authority
C) Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department
D) Ganga Rejuvenation Committee
Answer: B) National Disaster Management Authority
Explanation: The NDMA was designated as the Central Nodal Agency to coordinate safety and logistics for Mahakumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj, ensuring efficient management. This is relevant for governance and disaster management questions in UPSC GS-III.
18. Which country hosted the G7 Summit in 2025?
A) Canada
B) Italy
C) Japan
D) Germany
Answer: A) Canada
Explanation: Canada hosted the G7 Summit in 2025, focusing on global economic challenges and climate change. This is a key topic for international relations in UPSC GS-II.
19. What is the name of the Indian Coast Guard’s Advanced Light Helicopter inducted in 2025?
A) Chetak
B) Dhruv
C) Sarang
D) Rudra
Answer: B) Dhruv
Explanation: The Indian Coast Guard inducted the indigenously developed Dhruv helicopter, enhancing maritime security. This is relevant for defence and technology questions in NDA and CDS exams.
20. Which Indian city was ranked as the top startup ecosystem in India in 2025?
A) Bengaluru
B) Mumbai
C) Delhi-NCR
D) Hyderabad
Answer: A) Bengaluru
Explanation: Bengaluru retained its position as India’s leading startup hub due to its robust tech ecosystem, relevant for economy questions in Banking and UPSC exams.
21. Which international agreement was extended by India and China in 2025 to maintain peace along the LAC?
A) Panchsheel Agreement
B) Border Defence Cooperation Agreement
C) Shanghai Cooperation Agreement
D) BRICS Security Pact
Answer: B) Border Defence Cooperation Agreement
Explanation: The agreement was extended to ensure stability along the Line of Actual Control, a key topic for India-China relations in UPSC GS-II.
22. Which Indian state introduced the ‘One Family, One Identity’ scheme in 2025?
A) Uttar Pradesh
B) Bihar
C) Jharkhand
D) Assam
Answer: A) Uttar Pradesh
Explanation: The scheme aims to provide a unique ID to each family for streamlined welfare delivery, relevant for governance questions in State PSC exams.
23. Which space mission was launched by ISRO to study the Sun’s outer atmosphere in 2025?
A) Aditya-L1
B) Chandrayaan-4
C) Solar Orbiter
D) Helios-1
Answer: A) Aditya-L1
Explanation: Aditya-L1, India’s first solar mission, reached its L1 point in 2025, providing critical data on solar activity. This is a key topic for science and technology in UPSC.
24. Which Indian state topped the NITI Aayog’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Index in 2025?
A) Kerala
B) Tamil Nadu
C) Himachal Pradesh
D) Gujarat
Answer: A) Kerala
Explanation: Kerala led the SDG Index due to its performance in health, education, and sustainability, a key topic for development questions in UPSC.
25. Which international organization released the ‘Global Economic Prospects’ report in 2025?
A) IMF
B) World Bank
C) WTO
D) OECD
Answer: B) World Bank
Explanation: The World Bank’s report analyzes global economic trends, relevant for economy questions in Banking and UPSC exams.