Daily Current Affairs June 10

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June 10 | Daily Current Affairs 2025

Important Days – Daily Current Affairs June 10

1. What was the theme of India’s celebration of World Accreditation Day 2025?
A) Quality First India Always
B) Global Certification for All
C) Accreditation: Empowering Small and Medium Enterprises
D) Trust Through Testing
E) Standards for Startups
Answer: C) Accreditation: Empowering Small and Medium Enterprises

Event and Location:

• Event: Celebration of World Accreditation Day 2025
• Location: India Habitat Centre, New Delhi
• Date: June 9, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Launch of the revamped NABL Portal, promotion of the Gunvatta Samarpan initiative, and national observance of World Accreditation Day.
• Objectives: To support MSMEs in aligning with global standards, foster a national quality culture, enhance market access, and promote sustainable economic growth through accreditation.

Important Terms Explained:

• Quality Council of India (QCI): An autonomous body under the DPIIT responsible for setting quality standards and accrediting institutions and laboratories across India.
• NABL Portal: A newly revamped digital platform designed to streamline the accreditation process, increase accessibility, and promote efficiency for laboratories and MSMEs.
• Gunvatta Samarpan: A voluntary public pledge program introduced to encourage organizations to commit to accredited quality standards, enhancing trust and accountability in Indian goods and services.
• World Accreditation Day: Observed annually on June 9, this global initiative by ILAC and IAF raises awareness about the role of accreditation in improving quality infrastructure and facilitating trade.

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Sports – Daily Current Affairs June 10

2. Who won the 6th Stepan Avagyan Memorial chess tournament in 2025 based on the tiebreak system?
A) R. Praggnanandhaa
B) Aram Hakobyan
C) Magnus Carlsen
D) Aravindh Chithambaram
E) Robert Hovhannisyan
Answer: D) Aravindh Chithambaram

Event and Location:

• Event: 6th Stepan Avagyan Memorial Chess Tournament
• Location: Jermuk, Armenia
• Date: June 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Annual international round-robin chess tournament featuring elite global players.
• Objectives: To promote global chess excellence and provide a competitive platform for top-ranked players.

Important Terms Explained:

• Aravindh Chithambaram: Indian Grandmaster from Chennai who won the 6th Stepan Avagyan Memorial with 6.5/9 points, remaining unbeaten throughout the tournament.
• Sonneborne-Berger System: A chess tiebreak scoring method based on the strength of opponents defeated or drawn against; used to determine winners in case of equal scores.
• R. Praggnanandhaa: A leading Indian Grandmaster who also scored 6.5/9 but placed second due to tiebreak rules.
• Stepan Avagyan Memorial: An annual chess tournament held in Armenia, increasingly recognized for its strong field and competitive format.

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3. At what age did West Indies cricketer Nicholas Pooran retire from international cricket?
A) 30
B) 27
C) 31
D) 29
E) 28
Answer: D) 29

Event and Location:

• Event: Retirement of Nicholas Pooran from international cricket
• Location: Announced via social media (global impact, based in West Indies)
• Date: June 10, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Nicholas Pooran, former white-ball captain of West Indies, retires from all forms of international cricket at age 29.
• Objectives: Though reasons were undisclosed, the move reflects a shift in focus toward global franchise cricket leagues, leaving a major gap in West Indies’ white-ball plans.

Important Terms Explained:

• Nicholas Pooran: A dynamic left-handed batter from West Indies, known for his finishing skills and captaincy in T20Is and ODIs; never played Test cricket.
• T20 Internationals (T20Is): Pooran is West Indies’ most capped T20I player with 106 appearances, and the highest T20I run-scorer (2275 runs at 136.39 SR).
• Franchise Cricket: T20 league cricket played globally (e.g., IPL, CPL, MLC, ILT20, The Hundred) where Pooran remains active and in demand.
• Indian Premier League (IPL): A premier T20 cricket league; Pooran played for Lucknow Super Giants and scored 524 runs in IPL 2025 at a SR of 196.25.

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Banking and Finance – Daily Current Affairs June 10

4. How much dividend did SBI pay to the Government of India for FY25?
A) ₹6,959.29 crore
B) ₹7,500 crore
C) ₹8,076.84 crore
D) ₹9,000 crore
E) ₹8,500 crore
Answer: C) ₹8,076.84 crore

Event and Location:

• Event: Dividend payment of ₹8,076.84 crore by SBI to Government of India for FY25
• Location: New Delhi (official cheque handover to Finance Ministry)
• Date: June 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: State Bank of India distributed a record dividend to its majority stakeholder—the Government of India—for FY2024–25.
• Objectives: To reflect the bank’s financial strength, reward shareholders, and contribute to the government’s non-tax revenue for fiscal consolidation and public spending.

Important Terms Explained:

• Dividend: A portion of a company’s profit paid to its shareholders. SBI paid ₹15.90 per share for FY25, reflecting improved profitability and capital strength.
• State Bank of India (SBI): India’s largest public sector bank, majority-owned by the Government of India, playing a central role in public finance and economic outreach.
• Non-Tax Revenue: Government income from sources other than taxes—includes dividends from PSUs like SBI, interest, and user charges.
• Net Profit: SBI posted its highest-ever annual net profit of ₹70,901 crore in FY25, up 16% from FY24’s ₹61,077 crore.

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Business and Economy – Daily Current Affairs June 10

5. Which country was the top source of FDI into India during the fiscal year 2024–25?
A) United States
B) Netherlands
C) Singapore
D) Mauritius
E) United Arab Emirates
Answer: C) Singapore

Event and Location:

• Event: Strong FDI inflows into India during FY 2024–25
• Location: Berne, Switzerland
• Date: June 10, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Announcement of India’s foreign direct investment (FDI) performance for FY 2024–25, highlighting robust inflows despite global volatility.
• Objectives: To showcase India’s resilience and attractiveness as an investment destination and emphasize policy stability and responsiveness to investor needs.

Important Terms Explained:

• FDI (Foreign Direct Investment): Investment made by a company or individual from one country into business interests located in another country, often by acquiring assets, setting up business operations, or reinvesting earnings.
• Equity Inflows: Direct capital investments into Indian firms through equity shares, contributing to ownership and control.
• Reinvested Earnings: Profits earned by foreign entities in India that are not remitted abroad but reinvested within the country to grow operations.

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6. Which European country did Amul first launch its milk in under the 2025 international expansion initiative?
A) Italy
B) Switzerland
C) Spain
D) Germany
E) Portugal
Answer: C) Spain

Event and Location:

• Event: Launch of Amul Milk in Spain and the EU through a strategic partnership with COVAP
• Location: Embassy of India, Madrid, Spain
• Date: June 5, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Launch of Amul Milk in European markets starting with Spain, through collaboration between Amul (GCMMF) and COVAP, a major Spanish dairy cooperative.
• Objectives: To expand Amul’s global dairy footprint, offer premium Indian dairy products in Europe, and support cooperative collaboration in line with the International Year of Cooperatives 2025.

Important Terms Explained:

• Amul: India’s largest dairy cooperative brand operated by Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), known for its global dairy product line and cooperative model involving 3.6 million farmers.
• COVAP (Cooperativa Ganadera del Valle de los Pedroches): A leading Spanish cooperative founded in 1959, specializing in dairy processing and export, with advanced infrastructure and 2,000+ members.
• International Year of Cooperatives 2025: Declared by the United Nations, it celebrates and promotes the cooperative business model and its contribution to sustainable development globally.

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Acquisitions and Mergers – Daily Current Affairs June 10

7. Which bank recently acquired a 25.18% stake in Future Generali India Life Insurance through the insolvency resolution process?
A) State Bank of India
B) Bank of Baroda
C) Canara Bank
D) Central Bank of India
E) Punjab National Bank
Answer: D) Central Bank of India

Event and Location:

• Event: Central Bank of India acquires 25.18% stake in Future Generali India Life Insurance Company Ltd (FGILICL)
• Location: India (Transaction filed from Mumbai)
• Date: June 4, 2025 (share acquisition date)

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Acquisition of a 25.18% equity stake in FGILICL by Central Bank of India via Insolvency Resolution Process under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
• Objectives: To mark Central Bank’s entry into the insurance sector, recover value from insolvency of Future Enterprises Ltd, and expand into allied financial services like insurance.

Important Terms Explained:

• Insolvency Resolution Process: A mechanism under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016 that allows creditors to recover assets from distressed companies through structured bidding or resolution.
• Future Generali India Life Insurance Co. Ltd (FGILICL): A joint venture life insurance company offering diversified insurance products; Generali holds 73.99% stake.
• Gross Written Premium (GWP): The total premium collected by an insurer before deductions; FGILICL reported GWP of ₹1,810.53 crore in FY24.

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Books and Authors – Daily Current Affairs June 10

8. Who is the author of the book India: 5000 Years of History on the Subcontinent?
A) Romila Thapar
B) Audrey Truschke
C) William Dalrymple
D) Sanjeev Sanyal
E) Ramachandra Guha
Answer: B) Audrey Truschke

Event and Location:

• Event: Release of the book India: 5000 Years of History on the Subcontinent
• Location: India (Published by Picador India)
• Date: 2024 (Publication Year)

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Publication of a critical historical work tracing India’s evolution from ancient to modern times by historian Audrey Truschke.
• Objectives: To present a comprehensive, scholarly, and pluralistic narrative of Indian history, addressing cultural shifts, imperial legacies, and contested interpretations.

Important Terms Explained:

• Audrey Truschke: An American historian and Indologist, Associate Professor at Rutgers University – Newark, known for her scholarly focus on Mughal India, Sanskrit literature, and historiography.
• India: 5000 Years of History: A detailed academic work published in 2024 that spans India’s past from the Indus Valley Civilization to the modern republic, incorporating primary sources and critical analysis.
• Indus Valley Civilization: One of the world’s earliest urban cultures (c. 2600–1900 BCE), noted for planned cities, drainage systems, and trade networks, featured in the book’s opening chapters.
• Aryan Invasion Theory: A contested model of early Indian history; Truschke adopts a nuanced view by integrating recent archaeological and genetic findings to challenge simplistic migration narratives.

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Appointments – Daily Current Affairs June 10

9. Which military operation earned Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai the Uttam Yudh Seva Medal in 2025?
A) Operation Trinetra
B) Operation Sindoor
C) Operation Meghdoot
D) Operation Shakti
E) Operation Rakshak
Answer: B) Operation Sindoor

Event and Location:

• Event: Appointment of Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai as Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Strategy)
• Location: Indian Army Headquarters, New Delhi
• Date: June 9, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Appointment of Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai as Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Strategy); continues as Director General of Military Operations (DGMO).
• Objectives: To enhance strategic planning and integration between operational and intelligence functions, support rapid decision-making, and manage strategic-level military operations.

Important Terms Explained:

• Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Strategy): A strategic leadership role created to oversee the Military Operations, Intelligence, and Information Warfare directorates, enabling centralized and swift command functions.
• Director General of Military Operations (DGMO): The Indian Army’s senior-most operational planner responsible for war preparedness and ongoing military operations, including planning high-level missions like Operation Sindoor.
• Operation Sindoor: A precision military operation led by Lt Gen Ghai, involving air-based surgical strikes on terror infrastructure near the Pakistani border, carried out without crossing the LoC or International Boundary.
• Uttam Yudh Seva Medal (UYSM): The second-highest wartime distinguished service decoration in India, awarded for exceptional service during conflict scenarios.

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10. Who recently became the first woman Navy officer appointed as the President of India’s Aide-de-Camp (ADC)?
A) Padmavathy Bandopadhyay
B) Punita Arora
C) Madhuri Kanitkar
D) Yashasvi Solanki
E) Priya Jhingan
Answer: D) Yashasvi Solanki

Event and Location:

• Event: Appointment of Lieutenant Commander Yashasvi Solanki as the President’s Aide-de-Camp
• Location: President’s Secretariat, New Delhi, India
• Date: May 31, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Lieutenant Commander Yashasvi Solanki, an officer in the Indian Navy, was appointed as the first woman ADC (Aide-de-Camp) to the President of India.
• Objectives: To promote gender inclusion and leadership diversity in India’s Armed Forces, while highlighting the meritocratic selection of officers based on professionalism, performance, and integrity.

Important Terms Explained:

• Aide-de-Camp (ADC): A ceremonial yet critical military role involving direct assistance to the President, managing official communication, protocol coordination, and ceremonial duties. ADCs are chosen for their exceptional service, leadership, and discipline.
• Short Service Commission (SSC): A commissioning route in the Indian Armed Forces through which officers serve for a fixed duration (usually 10–14 years), often used as an entry path by many women officers.
• President’s Military Secretary Branch: The office responsible for coordinating ADC assignments and military-related engagements of the President of India.

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11. Who has been appointed as the new Chairman of Telangana Grameena Bank (TGB) in May 2025?
A) Y. Sobha
B) R.K. Singh
C) K. Prathapa Reddy
D) Arvind Kumar
E) R. Suresh Rao
Answer: C) K. Prathapa Reddy

Event and Location:

• Event: Appointment of K. Prathapa Reddy as Chairman of Telangana Grameena Bank (TGB)
• Location: Hyderabad, Telangana
• Date: May 30, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: K. Prathapa Reddy, a former Deputy General Manager at State Bank of India, assumed charge as Chairman of TGB for a tenure of three years.
• Objectives: To lead TGB’s operational and strategic growth, further enhance its profitability, and strengthen rural credit delivery under the guidance of its sponsor bank, SBI.

Important Terms Explained:

• Telangana Grameena Bank (TGB): A regional rural bank (RRB) sponsored by State Bank of India, serving rural Telangana with credit, savings, and financial inclusion services.
• Regional Rural Banks (RRBs): Indian banking institutions created to provide credit and other financial services to rural areas, sponsored by commercial banks and regulated by NABARD.
• Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR): A metric that indicates a bank’s capital strength and ability to absorb potential losses; TGB’s CAR was a robust 25.42% as of FY 2024–25.

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Awards – Daily Current Affairs June 10

12. Which Indian cricketer was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame in 2025, becoming the 11th Indian to receive the honour?
A) Virat Kohli
B) Rohit Sharma
C) MS Dhoni
D) Kapil Dev
E) Anil Kumble
Answer: C) MS Dhoni

Event and Location:

• Event: MS Dhoni inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame
• Location: London, United Kingdom
• Date: June 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Formal induction of Mahendra Singh Dhoni into the ICC Hall of Fame for his exceptional contributions to international cricket.
• Objectives: To recognize Dhoni’s unparalleled achievements as a player and captain, including his leadership in winning all three major ICC trophies.

Important Terms Explained:

• ICC Hall of Fame: A prestigious recognition by the International Cricket Council to honour legendary cricketers who have made significant contributions to the game.
• MS Dhoni: Former Indian captain known for his calm leadership and historic wins; only captain to win the ICC T20 World Cup (2007), ICC ODI World Cup (2011), and ICC Champions Trophy (2013).
• Chennai Super Kings (CSK): Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise where Dhoni continues to serve as a mentor and player post-retirement.
• ODI & Test Career Stats: Played 350 ODIs (10,773 runs) and 90 Tests (4,876 runs); 10 ODI centuries and 6 Test centuries; over 750 combined international dismissals as a wicketkeeper.

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13. Who topped the 2025 Candere Hurun India Women Leaders List?
A) Arpita Singh
B) Radha Vembu
C) Naina Lal Kidwai
D) Shanti Ekambaram
E) Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
Answer: D) Shanti Ekambaram

Event and Location:

• Event: Shanti Ekambaram named No. 1 on the 2025 Candere Hurun India Women Leaders List
• Location: India (Pan-India recognition)
• Date: June 4, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Hurun India and Candere released the inaugural India Women Leaders List, recognising top female professionals from various sectors.
• Objectives: To acknowledge transformational leadership by Indian women, spotlighting achievements across finance, tech, arts, philanthropy, and start-ups.

Important Terms Explained:

• Candere Hurun India Women Leaders List: A curated annual list recognizing India’s most powerful and influential women across industries, jointly presented by Candere (a jewellery brand) and Hurun India.
• Digital Banking: The use of digital technologies to deliver banking services, championed by Ekambaram to drive inclusion and access at Kotak Mahindra Bank.
• Book-Built IPO: A process where shares are issued through a price discovery mechanism, first introduced in India under Ekambaram’s leadership at Kotak.

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International Affairs – Daily Current Affairs June 10

14. What is the primary reason given by U.S. President Donald Trump for reviving the travel ban in June 2025?
A) To reduce trade dependency
B) To address climate change
C) To protect national security
D) To increase foreign investment
E) To reform immigration policy
Answer: C) To protect national security

Event and Location:

• Event: Revival of U.S. travel ban targeting 12 nations
• Location: United States
• Date: June 9, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: A new travel ban implemented by President Donald Trump, restricting entry into the U.S. for citizens from 12 countries, with partial restrictions on 8 additional nations.
• Objectives: To protect national security by preventing entry of individuals from countries deemed high-risk due to unstable governance, poor background check systems, or visa overstays.

Important Terms Explained:

• Travel Ban: A government policy restricting or prohibiting entry into a country for individuals from specified nations, typically for national security or immigration control reasons.
• Visa Overstay: A situation where a person remains in a country beyond the period permitted by their visa, often seen as a security or legal concern.
• National Security: The protection of a nation’s borders, citizens, and institutions from external threats such as terrorism or illegal immigration, often cited in policymaking.

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National Affairs – Daily Current Affairs June 10

15. What is the primary aim of the strategic partnership between Indian Railways and BHASHINI?
A) Expand Wi-Fi connectivity in trains
B) Enable ticket booking through blockchain
C) Integrate multilingual AI into railway services
D) Launch bullet train services in regional languages
E) Promote AI-enabled smart stations
Answer: C) Integrate multilingual AI into railway services

Event and Location:

• Event: Strategic partnership between Indian Railways and BHASHINI to integrate multilingual AI
• Location: New Delhi, India
• Date: June 10, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Signing of an MoU between Digital India Bhashini Division (DIBD) and Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) to integrate multilingual AI into railway platforms.
• Objectives: To improve linguistic accessibility in public services, enhance user interaction across railway digital systems, and support Digital India goals by enabling real-time multilingual access across platforms like NTES and RailMadad.

Important Terms Explained:

• BHASHINI: India’s national AI-led language platform developed under the Digital India initiative to provide multilingual support through technologies like ASR, TTS, and OCR.
• CRIS (Centre for Railway Information Systems): A specialized IT wing of Indian Railways responsible for managing and developing railway information systems like NTES and RailMadad.
• NTES (National Train Enquiry System): A digital service platform that provides real-time train information to passengers across India.
• RailMadad: A public grievance redressal platform of Indian Railways allowing passengers to file and track complaints and service requests.

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16. What was a key digital initiative launched by the Ministry of Minority Affairs during the 11-year celebration of Seva, Good Governance, and Welfare?
A) SAKSHAM App
B) JAN SUVIDHA Dashboard
C) UMEED Central Portal
D) VIKAS Web Suite
E) PARIVARTAN Gateway
Answer: C) UMEED Central Portal

Event and Location:

• Event: 11-year celebration of Seva, Good Governance, and Welfare under Modi Government
• Location: Ministry of Minority Affairs Headquarters, New Delhi
• Date: June 6, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Celebration of policy achievements, launch of UMEED Portal, notification of Waqf Amendment Act 2025, and commitment to digital and inclusive governance.
• Objectives: To promote efficient welfare delivery through digitization, improve Waqf property management, and ensure inclusive policy-making aligned with the ViksitBharat@2047 vision.

Important Terms Explained:

• UMEED Central Portal: A unified digital platform launched to streamline welfare schemes for minorities, offering application tools, tracking, and real-time feedback for service access.
• Waqf Amendment Act, 2025: A legislative reform passed to enhance governance, transparency, and effective utilization of Waqf properties for community development.
• Third-Party Review Mechanism:A monitoring framework institutionalized by MoMA to ensure accountability, track fund utilization, and improve evidence-based policy outcomes.

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17. Which initiative focuses on antenatal care on the 9th of every month and targets high-risk pregnancies?
A) LaQshya
B) POSHAN Abhiyaan
C) Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana
D) Janani Suraksha Yojana
E) Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan
Answer: E) Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan

Event and Location:

• Event: Completion of 9 years of Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA)
• Location: Pan-India (All government health facilities)
• Date: June 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: To provide free, quality antenatal care services to pregnant women, especially in their 2nd and 3rd trimesters, on the 9th of every month.
• Objectives: To reduce maternal and neonatal mortality, identify High-Risk Pregnancies (HRPs) early, and ensure healthy pregnancies through public-private partnership and digital tracking.

Important Terms Explained:

• Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA): A Ministry of Health initiative launched in June 2016, offering free, standardized antenatal care services through both government and voluntary private sector participation.
• E-PMSMA (Extended PMSMA): Launched in January 2022, this extension ensures follow-up of High-Risk Pregnancies till delivery and 45 days postnatal, using SMS alerts and incentive-based tracking.
• RMNCAH+N Strategy: A comprehensive health initiative under NHM targeting Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health, with PMSMA as a critical component.
• Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY): A conditional cash transfer scheme promoting institutional deliveries.
• Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram (JSSK): Offers free delivery, neonatal care, and treatment for pregnant women and infants.
• LaQshya: Targets quality improvement in labour rooms and maternal ICUs.
• SUMAN (Surakshit Matritva Aashwasan): Guarantees respectful, dignified, and zero-expense maternal care.
• POSHAN Abhiyaan: Government program addressing malnutrition across life stages.
• PMMVY (Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana): Direct cash transfer of ₹5,000 to pregnant and lactating mothers to support nutrition and institutional delivery.

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18. What is the prize amount offered by RBI under its Hindi book writing promotion scheme?
A) ₹50,000
B) ₹1,00,000
C) ₹1,25,000
D) ₹75,000
E) ₹1,50,000
Answer: C) ₹1,25,000

Event and Location:

• Event: Launch of RBI Scheme to Promote Original Hindi Books on Economics, Banking, and Finance
• Location: Pan-India (applicable to UGC-recognized institutions in India)
• Date: Scheme active for books published between April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Introduction of a new RBI scheme to encourage original Hindi book writing on economics, banking, and finance among Indian academicians.
• Objectives: To promote Hindi as a medium for scholarly work, improve financial literacy in regional languages, and bridge the gap between complex financial concepts and public understanding.

Important Terms Explained:

• Reserve Bank of India (RBI): India’s central banking institution, responsible for monetary policy, currency issuance, and financial regulation.
• UGC (University Grants Commission): A statutory body of the Government of India tasked with coordination and maintenance of standards of higher education.
• Foreign Liabilities and Assets (FLA) Survey: An annual RBI data collection initiative to track cross-border financial claims and liabilities of Indian entities, including mutual funds and AMCs.

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19. Where is India’s first e-waste recycling park being developed?
A) Gurugram, Haryana
B) Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
C) Holambi Kalan, Delhi
D) Pune, Maharashtra
E) Surat, Gujarat
Answer: C) Holambi Kalan, Delhi

Event and Location:

• Event: Announcement of India’s first e-waste recycling eco park
• Location: Holambi Kalan, North Delhi
• Date: June 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Development of an e-waste recycling eco park in Delhi under a public-private partnership using the DBFOT model.
• Objectives: To promote green jobs, formalize the informal recycling sector, enable resource recovery, and establish a circular economy model that supports sustainable urban infrastructure.

Important Terms Explained:

• E-Waste Recycling Park: A large-scale facility designed to process and recover materials from electronic waste, improving environmental safety and material reuse.
• DBFOT Model: Design, Build, Finance, Operate, and Transfer – a PPP framework where private players develop and manage infrastructure projects before handing them back to the government.
• Circular Economy: An economic system aimed at minimizing waste and maximizing resource reuse, recycling, and recovery for sustainable production and consumption.
• Green Jobs: Employment in environmentally sustainable sectors, like waste management, renewable energy, and eco-friendly construction, contributing to environmental preservation.
• E-Waste Management Rules, 2022: Comprehensive rules notified by the Government of India to regulate the safe and scientific handling of electronic waste.

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20. What is the primary purpose of the Ayush Nivesh Saarthi Portal launched by the Government of India?
A) Promote Ayush-based tourism
B) Provide online treatment through Ayurveda
C) Attract investment in the traditional medicine sector
D) Certify Ayush practitioners globally
E) Distribute Ayush medicines at subsidized rates
Answer: C) Attract investment in the traditional medicine sector

Event and Location:

• Event: Launch of Ayush Nivesh Saarthi Portal to boost investments in the Ayush sector
• Location: India (National rollout by Ministry of Ayush)
• Date: June 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Launch of a centralized digital platform by the Ministry of Ayush, in collaboration with Invest India, to serve as an investor facilitation portal.
• Objectives:
  • Attract domestic and international investors to the Ayush sector
  • Promote ease of doing business in traditional medicine
  • Enable real-time support, policy access, and project visibility
  • Strengthen the Ayush industry’s economic and global positioning

Important Terms Explained:

• Ayush Nivesh Saarthi Portal: An investment guidance and facilitation portal for Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy sectors, offering data on government schemes, projects, and policies.
• Ministry of Ayush: Government body responsible for developing education, research, and propagation of indigenous alternative medicine systems.
• Invest India: India’s national investment promotion and facilitation agency under DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
• Medical Value Travel (MVT): Also known as medical tourism, it refers to people traveling to another country for medical care. India’s MVT industry is worth $13 billion, with Ayush playing a key role.

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21. What is the main objective of the newly launched UMEED Portal by the Ministry of Minority Affairs?
A) Boost digital payments in rural areas
B) Promote scholarships for minority students
C) Streamline management of Waqf properties
D) Provide employment to minority youth
E) Regulate religious institutions
Answer: C) Streamline management of Waqf properties

Event and Location:

• Event: Launch of UMEED Portal for Waqf Management
• Location: India
• Date: June 6, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Launch of a digital platform named UMEED Portal for centralized and transparent Waqf property management.
• Objectives: To ensure real-time tracking, public access, accountability, and protection of Waqf properties for the benefit of the Muslim community, especially underprivileged women and children.

Important Terms Explained:

• UMEED Portal: A digital system titled Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency and Development designed to digitize and manage Waqf properties in a centralized format with real-time monitoring.
• Waqf Properties: Properties donated for religious or charitable use, mainly for the welfare of the Muslim community, governed under the Waqf Act.
• Geo-Tagging and GIS Mapping: Technologies used in the portal to precisely locate and visually represent Waqf properties, enhancing transparency and planning efficiency.

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22. What is the primary objective of Odisha’s ANKUR initiative launched in May 2025?
A) Promote rural employment
B) Strengthen mining operations
C) Build citizen-centric urban cities
D) Enhance coastal tourism
E) Boost agricultural productivity
Answer: C) Build citizen-centric urban cities

Event and Location:

• Event: Launch of ANKUR and signing of MoUs to build future-ready urban cities
• Location: Odisha, India
• Date: May 28, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Launch of ANKUR (Atal Network for Knowledge, Urbanization & Reform) by the Housing & Urban Development Department, Odisha, and signing of MoUs with six partner institutions.
• Objectives: To create resilient, inclusive, citizen-centric urban spaces by 2036 through innovation, collaboration, and capacity building—aligned with the Viksit Bharat @2047 vision.

Important Terms Explained:

• ANKUR (Atal Network for Knowledge, Urbanization & Reform): A state-led platform initiated by Odisha for institutionalizing innovation and partnerships in urban development with a vision for 2036.
• Citizen-Centric Cities: Urban centers designed around the needs, inclusion, and welfare of their residents, focusing on livability, accessibility, and participation.
• Viksit Bharat @2047: A national developmental vision aimed at making India a developed nation by the year 2047, aligning local efforts with national goals.

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23. What new feature has the Election Commission of India (ECI) introduced for the public during elections in 2025?
A) Blockchain-based voting
B) AI-powered vote counting
C) Real-time voter turnout tracking system
D) Online voter registration for NRIs
E) Face recognition for voter authentication
Answer: C) Real-time voter turnout tracking system

Event and Location:

• Event: Introduction of real-time voter turnout tracking system by the Election Commission of India (ECI)
• Location: India (Nationwide implementation)
• Date: June 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: The Election Commission of India launched a real-time voter turnout tracking system, enabling citizens to track turnout percentages live during elections.
• Objectives: To increase transparency, improve voter engagement, and provide instant access to official voter turnout data at various levels (constituency, assembly segment, etc.).

Important Terms Explained:

• Election Commission of India (ECI): A constitutional body responsible for administering elections to the Parliament, State Legislatures, and offices of the President and Vice-President of India.
• Real-Time Tracking System: A digital service or application that updates data in real-time, allowing users to access live statistics or information, in this case, voter turnout during polling.
• Voter Turnout: The percentage of eligible voters who cast their vote during an election, considered a key indicator of electoral participation and democratic health.

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24. How many youth have been trained under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) as of April 18, 2025?
A) 73 lakh
B) 1.1 crore
C) 1.63 crore
D) 2 crore
E) 90 lakh
Answer: C) 1.63 crore

Event and Location:

• Event: Over 1.63 crore youth trained under PMKVY
• Location: India (nationwide implementation)
• Date: April 18, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) reported cumulative skilling data under various phases of PMKVY, showing significant youth empowerment through job-ready training.
• Objectives: To enhance employability, promote inclusive economic growth, and align India’s workforce with industry-relevant skills, including both traditional and emerging sectors.

Important Terms Explained:

• PMKVY (Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana): Flagship skill development scheme launched in 2015 to offer short-term, industry-aligned training across various sectors to improve employability.
• Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE): Government body established in 2014 to oversee India’s skill development initiatives, including PMKVY, apprenticeships, and entrepreneurship promotion.
• Mechatronics: A multidisciplinary field combining mechanical engineering, electronics, computer science, and control engineering, increasingly relevant in modern industry.

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25. Which city recently became the first in Madhya Pradesh to have an operational metro rail service?
A) Bhopal
B) Gwalior
C) Indore
D) Jabalpur
E) Rewa
Answer: C) Indore

Event and Location:

• Event: Inauguration of Indore Metro Rail and two new airports in Madhya Pradesh
• Location: Indore, Satna, Datia – Madhya Pradesh
• Date: May 31, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the first phase of Indore Metro Rail covering a 6-km stretch.
  • PM also inaugurated Datia and Satna airports to improve regional air connectivity.
• Objectives:
  • To enhance urban mobility and infrastructure in Indore and strengthen air connectivity across Madhya Pradesh.
  • To facilitate pilgrimage and tourism in Vindhya and Bundelkhand regions and promote women empowerment in public transport and aviation.

Important Terms Explained:

• Indore Metro: Madhya Pradesh’s first metro rail service, with a 31-km planned stretch, inaugurated with a 6-km Super Priority Corridor. Five stations on this corridor are named after legendary Indian women.
• Operation Sindoor: A recent Indian armed forces operation, symbolically honored during the inaugural metro ride where women wore Sindoori sarees.
• Super Priority Corridor: The initial functional 6-km stretch with 5 stations named after women warriors and queens like Rani Laxmi Bai and Rani Durgavati.
• Datia & Satna Airports: Newly inaugurated regional airports aimed at improving connectivity in Bundelkhand and Vindhya, with cultural and religious tourism significance.

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