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1) Recently, the Reserve Bank of India Levies Penalties on 353 Banks and Regulated Entities in FY25. How many penalties were imposed on NBFCs and Asset Reconstruction Companies (ARCs) combined?

(a) 27

(b) 37

(c) 47

(d) 57

(e) 67

2) Recently, the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions reached an all-time high of 18.68 billion in volume and ₹25.14 trillion in value in May 2025. By what percentage did the volume of UPI transactions increase from April 2025 to May 2025?

(a) 2%

(b) 3%

(c) 4%

(d) 5%

(e) 6%

3) How much funding has the Asian Development Bank (ADB) announced for India’s urban transformation plan?

(a) $5 billion

(b) $7 billion

(c) $12 billion

(d) $10 billion

(e) $15 billion

4) What is the name of the cloud infrastructure RBI plans to launch in 2025–26 to promote data localisation and reduce dependence on foreign cloud providers.?

(a) Bharat Cloud

(b) Indian Financial Services (IFS) Cloud

(c) FinTech Cloud

(d) Reserve Bank Cloud

(e) Digital India Cloud

5) What fiscal deficit target did the Government of India meet for FY 2024-25?

(a) 5.2% of GDP

(b) 6.0% of GDP

(c) 4.4% of GDP

(d) 3.5% of GDP

(e) 4.8% of GDP

6) As per the report, Rashtriya Boudhik Sampada Mahotsav 2025 Celebrated at CSIR-IIP, Dehradun. When was the Rashtriya Boudhik Sampada Mahotsav (RBSM) initiative first launched?

(a) August 2024

(b) June 2023

(c) January 2025

(d) July 2023

(e) March 2025

7) Recent in News, India’s First Artificial Intelligence Special Economic Zone Established in Nava Raipur. How many data centers and what combined capacity are planned in the AI SEZ?

(a) Two data centers, 40 MW

(b) Four data centers, 80 MW

(c) Three data centers, 60 MW

(d) Five data centers, 100 MW

(e) One data center, 20 MW

8) Recently, the Union Home Minister Amit Shah Inaugurates New Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) Building in Kolkata. What model did Amit Shah propose for better utilization of forensic facilities in India?

(a) Public-Private Partnership Model

(b) State-Centric Model

(c) Cluster Approach

(d) Digital Forensics Network

(e) Nationalization of FSLs

9) Which authority issued the 2025 guidelines to regulate illegal online sales of radio equipment like walkie-talkies?

(a) TRAI

(b) Ministry of Electronics and IT

(c) Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA)

(d) Department of Telecommunications (DoT)

(e) Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)

10) Consider the following statements regarding Kashmir's first-ever cherry cargo train:

1. The cherry cargo train transports cherries from Srinagar to Mumbai.
2. A 24-tonne refrigerated parcel van has been used for the shipment.
3. The initiative aims to offer a cost-effective alternative to air transport for small cherry farmers.
4. The train journey takes over 30 hours to reach Mumbai.
5. The service has been launched during the peak cherry harvest season of July–August.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1, 2, 3, and 4 only

(b) 2, 3, and 4 only

(c) 1, 3, and 5 only

(d) 2, 3, 4, and 5 only

(e) 1, 2, 4, and 5 only

11) Who has been recommended by FSIB as the new MD & CEO of Union Bank of India (UBI)?

(a) Kalyan Kumar

(b) Atul Kumar Goel

(c) Asheesh Pandey

(d) Sandeep Bakhshi

(e) M.D. Patra

12) Who assumed charge as the 18th Commander-in-Chief of the Andaman & Nicobar Command (CINCAN) on June 1, 2025?

(a) Lt Gen Dinesh Singh Rana

(b) Lt Gen Satish Dua

(c) Lt Gen Rajiv Chaudhry

(d) Lt Gen Deependra Singh

(e) Lt Gen Manoj Pande

13) Who has been appointed as the Senior Air Staff Officer (SASO) of the Western Air Command, IAF, as of 1 June 2025?

(a) Air Marshal Sandeep Singh

(b) Air Marshal V.R. Chaudhari

(c) Air Marshal Jasvir Singh Mann

(d) Air Marshal R.K.S. Bhadauria

(e) Air Marshal Suraj Kumar

14) Who will replace Shanti Ekambaram as Whole Time Director and Key Managerial Personnel at Kotak Mahindra Bank?

(a) Uday Kotak

(b) Dipak Gupta

(c) Nilesh Shah

(d) Prakash Apte

(e) Paritosh Kashyap

15) Recently, Rajiv Memani, EY India Chief, has taken over as the President of the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) for 2025-26. Who did Rajiv Memani succeed as CII President?

(a) Shobana Kamineni

(b) Suchitra K Ella

(c) Naina Lal Kidwai

(d) Sanjiv Puri

(e) Sunil Bharti Mittal

16) Who assumed charge as the Director General of Defence Estates on May 31, 2025?

(a) Shailendra Nath Gupta

(b) Dinesh Singh Rana

(c) Rajiv Memani

(d) Jasvir Singh Mann

(e) Paritosh Kashyap

17) Consider the following statements about the Talent Finale of Miss World 2025 held at Hyderabad:

1. Miss Indonesia, Monica Kezia Sembiring, won the Talent Finale with a fusion piano performance.
2. Miss Cameroon secured the second place with a ballet performance.
3. Miss India performed a Bollywood dance that was a crowd favorite.
4. Miss Kenya closed the solo acts with a lively DJ set.
5. Miss Trinidad and Tobago’s aerial act was performed live on stage.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1, 3, and 4 only

(b) 1, 2, and 5 only

(c) 2, 3, and 4 only

(d) 1, 3, 4, and 5 only

(e) All except 5

18) As per the news, Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh Defeats Magnus Carlsen at Norway Chess 2025. What defensive opening did Magnus Carlsen use in response to Gukesh’s 1.e4?

(a) Sicilian Defense

(b) French Defense

(c) Berlin Defense

(d) King's Indian Defense

(e) Caro-Kann Defense

19) Recently, Star Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell Announces Retirement from One-Day International Cricket. How many years did Glenn Maxwell’s ODI career span?

(a) 10 years

(b) 11 years

(c) 12 years

(d) 13 years

(e) 14 years

20) In June 2025 news, India’s Boxing Glory at the 4th Thailand Open International Boxing Tournament. Which Indian boxer won the gold medal in the 75 kg category?

(a) Naman Tanwar

(b) Deepak

(c) Kiran

(d) Priya

(e) Sanju

21) Recently, China launched Tianwen-2 in June 2025 aboard a Long March 3B rocket from Xichang Satellite Launch Center. How long will Tianwen-2 study and collect samples from the asteroid?

(a) 7 months

(b) 5 months

(c) 3 months

(d) 12 months

(e) 6 years

22) Recently, Valmik Thapar, noted wildlife and tiger conservationist passed away. Which tiger reserve was especially associated with Valmik Thapar’s work?

(a) Sundarbans

(b) Jim Corbett

(c) Ranthambore

(d) Kaziranga

(e) Bandipur

23) On the 3rd June, World Bicycle Day 2025 is celebrated all over the world. What is the theme for World Bicycle Day 2025?

(a) Pedaling Towards Health

(b) Cycling for a Sustainable Future

(c) Bicycles for Everyone

(d) Ride for Green Earth

(e) Wheels of Change

24) Who was honoured with the Player-of-the-Year award by the Asian Chess Federation (ACF) in 2025?

(a) Magnus Carlsen

(b) Viswanathan Anand

(c) D Gukesh

(d) Fabiano Caruana

(e) Hikaru Nakamura

25) Vishwanath Karthikey Padakanti, a 16-year-old from Hyderabad, recently became the youngest Indian and second youngest in the world to achieve which of the following feats?

(a) Circumnavigating the globe in a solo sailing expedition

(b) Swimming across the English Channel

(c) Climbing Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen

(d) Completing the 7 Summits challenge

(e) Running a marathon on all seven continents

Answers :

1) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed 353 penaltiestotaling₹54.78 crore on regulated entities (REs) for statutory violations during the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025.

37 penalties on non-banking financial companies (NBFCs)/asset reconstruction companies (ARCs)totaling₹7.29 crore

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed 353 penaltiestotaling₹54.78 crore on regulated entities (REs) for statutory violations during the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025.

The contraventions/non-compliance were related to:

Cyber security framework in banks

Exposure norms and IRAC (Income Recognition and Asset Classification) norms

Know Your Customer (KYC) directions

Frauds classification and reporting directions

Reporting of information on CRILC (Central Repository of Information on Large Credits)

Submission of credit information to Credit Information Companies (CICs)

The penalties by entity type were:

264 penalties on cooperative banks amounting to ₹15.63 crore

37 penalties on non-banking financial companies (NBFCs)/asset reconstruction companies (ARCs)totaling₹7.29 crore

13 penalties on housing finance companies (HFCs)totaling₹83 lakh

Penalties aggregating ₹11.11 crore on 8 public sector banks

Penalties aggregating ₹14.8 crore on 15 private sector banks

6 foreign banks were also penalized (amount not specified)

2) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions reached an all-time high of 18.68 billion in volume and ₹25.14 trillion in value in May 2025.

Compared to April 2025, UPI transactions grew by:

4% increase in volume (from 17.89 billion to 18.68 billion)

5% increase in value (from ₹23.95 trillion to ₹25.14 trillion)

Detailed Explanation:

Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions reached an all-time high of 18.68 billion in volume and ₹25.14 trillion in value in May 2025.

Compared to April 2025, UPI transactions grew by:

4% increase in volume (from 17.89 billion to 18.68 billion)

5% increase in value (from ₹23.95 trillion to ₹25.14 trillion)

The previous record was set in March 2025, with 18.3 billion transactions and ₹24.77 trillion in value.

Daily transactions rose from 596 million in April to 602 million in May 2025, while the daily transaction value increased from ₹79,831 crore to ₹81,106 crore.

Since its launch in 2016, UPI's growth has been driven by:

Government initiatives promoting digital payments post-demonetisation

Increased smartphone penetration

Participation of private players like Google Pay, PhonePe, and Paytm

3) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) announced a $10 billion plan for India’s urban transformation aimed at achieving the goals of Viksit Bharat by 2047.

The announcement followed a three-day visit to India by ADB President Masato Kanda, who met Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Detailed Explanation:

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) announced a $10 billion plan for India’s urban transformation aimed at achieving the goals of Viksit Bharat by 2047.

The announcement followed a three-day visit to India by ADB President Masato Kanda, who met Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The plan comprises sovereign loans, private sector financing, and third-party capital.

The initiative is led by India’s flagship Urban Challenge Fund (UCF), supported by ADB to attract private investment in urban infrastructure.

Analytical work completed on growth hubs, creative city redevelopment, and water and sanitation upgrades in 100 cities across India is laying the groundwork for the UCF.

ADB is providing $3 million technical assistance to design bankable projects and enhance the capacity of states and urban local bodies.

4) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will launch its own cloud infrastructure called the Indian Financial Services (IFS) Cloud in 2025–26 to promote data localisation and reduce dependence on foreign cloud providers.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will launch its own cloud infrastructure called the Indian Financial Services (IFS) Cloud in 2025–26 to promote data localisation and reduce dependence on foreign cloud providers.

The IFS Cloud is developed by RBI’s subsidiary Indian Financial Technology & Allied Services (IFTAS) and is a community cloud designed specifically for the RBI and regulated financial institutions.

The initiative supports India’s data localisation policies and aims to bring financial data management under tighter regulatory oversight.

The cloud service will offer cost-effective, scalable solutions, especially benefiting smaller banks and NBFCs by improving access to cloud infrastructure without relying on global tech firms.

5) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Government of India met its fiscal deficit target of 4.8% of GDP for FY 2024-25, as per data from the Controller General of Accounts.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of India met its fiscal deficit target of 4.8% of GDP for FY 2024-25, as per data from the Controller General of Accounts.

Total receipts (tax, non-tax, and capital) were ₹30.78 lakh crore, which is 97.8% of the revised estimates.

Total expenditure was ₹46.55 lakh crore, also 97.8% of the revised estimates.

The fiscal deficit amounted to ₹15.77 lakh crore, equal to 4.8% of GDP based on provisional GDP estimates for 2024-25.

The government has targeted a fiscal deficit of 4.4% of GDP for the next year, FY 2025-26, as announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.

Total revenue shortfall was mainly due to a decline in miscellaneous capital receipts, including disinvestment proceeds.

6) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum (CSIR-IIP), Dehradun celebrated RashtriyaBoudhik Sampada Mahotsav (RBSM) 2025 to spread awareness about Intellectual Property (IP).

The initiative is part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav and was first launched in July 2023 to emphasize the importance of protecting innovations.

Detailed Explanation:

CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum (CSIR-IIP), Dehradun celebrated RashtriyaBoudhik Sampada Mahotsav (RBSM) 2025 to spread awareness about Intellectual Property (IP).

The initiative is part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav and was first launched in July 2023 to emphasize the importance of protecting innovations.

Inaugural Ceremony: The event began with traditional lamp lighting and Saraswati Vandana, symbolizing reverence for knowledge.

Opening Remarks:Dr. Deepti Agrawal, In-charge of the Intellectual Property Management Group (IPMG), introduced the objective of the celebration.

Director’s Address:Dr. Harender Singh Bisht, Director of CSIR-IIP, stressed the need for safeguarding inventions and fostering a culture of innovation.

7) Answer: B

India is set to develop its first AI-focused Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Nava Raipur, Chhattisgarh, with a significant investment of ₹1,000 crore by RackBankDatacentersPvt. Ltd.

This initiative aims to position India as a global leader in artificial intelligence by providing state-of-the-art infrastructure for AI innovation, research, and deployment.

Developer and Location:RackBankDatacentersPvt. Ltd. (Indore-based), Nava Raipur, Chhattisgarh.

Investment & Size: ₹1,000 crore investment over 6 acres with a 1.5 lakh sq. ft. facility.

Infrastructure Capacity: Four data centers with a combined capacity of 80 MW housing high-performance servers.

Expected Tenants: Global tech giants like Google, OpenAI, Microsoft, and Meta are anticipated to set up operations

8) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah inaugurated the newly constructed Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) building in Kolkata.

Cluster Approach for FSLs:Amit Shah announced a national network of Forensic Science Laboratories (FSLs) organized through a cluster approach, where 3–4 states will share forensic facilities and resources for efficient utilization.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah inaugurated the newly constructed Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) building in Kolkata.

The facility, built at a cost of ₹88 crore, is expected to bolster forensic capabilities across eastern and northeastern states including West Bengal, Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, Assam, and Sikkim.

Objective: The new CFSL will strengthen forensic science support for criminal investigations, aiding a secure, transparent, and evidence-based justice system envisioned by the government under PM Narendra Modi.

Cluster Approach for FSLs:Amit Shah announced a national network of Forensic Science Laboratories (FSLs) organized through a cluster approach, where 3–4 states will share forensic facilities and resources for efficient utilization.

9) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs has issued the Guidelines for the Prevention and Regulation of the Illegal Listing and Sale of Radio Equipment, Including Walkie-Talkies, on E-Commerce Platforms, 2025 to address unauthorised online sales of wireless devices that could threaten consumer safety and interfere with critical communication networks.

Detailed Explanation:

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs has issued the Guidelines for the Prevention and Regulation of the Illegal Listing and Sale of Radio Equipment, Including Walkie-Talkies, on E-Commerce Platforms, 2025 to address unauthorised online sales of wireless devices that could threaten consumer safety and interfere with critical communication networks.

Objective of Guidelines: The norms aim to prevent misleading product listings by ensuring that consumers are informed about licensing requirements and legal obligations under the Indian Telegraph Act, 1885; the Wireless Telegraphy Act, 1933; and the Use of Low Power, Very Low Power Short Range Radio Frequency Devices (Exemption from Licensing Requirement) Rules, 2018.

Inter-Ministerial Consultation: Developed in coordination with the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), the guidelines respond to findings that walkie-talkies were being sold online without mandatory disclosures regarding frequency ranges and licensing.

10) Answer: B

In a significant move for horticulture and logistics, Kashmir has launched its first-ever cherry cargo train, transporting fresh cherries from Katra (Jammu) to Mumbai, offering a cost-effective alternative to air cargo for small farmers.

First-of-its-Kind Rail Transport for Cherries: A 24-tonne refrigerated parcel van has been booked via a VP indent by Jammu railway division, marking the first train-based cherry shipment from the region.

Journey Time and Route: The train journey from Katra to Mumbai takes just over 30 hours, ensuring timely delivery of the perishable fruit.

Support for Small Farmers: The new service addresses the high cost of air transport, making it affordable for small cherry growers, who can now reach distant markets.

Seasonal Boost: The service has been launched during the peak cherry harvest season (May–June) when Kashmir produces 12,000–14,000 metric tonnes of cherries annually.

11) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB) recommended Asheesh Pandey as MD & CEO of Union Bank of India (UBI) and Kalyan Kumar as MD & CEO of Central Bank of India (CBoI).

Detailed Explanation:

The Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB) recommended Asheesh Pandey as MD & CEO of Union Bank of India (UBI) and Kalyan Kumar as MD & CEO of Central Bank of India (CBoI).

Both candidates are currently Executive Directors: Asheesh Pandey at Bank of Maharashtra and Kalyan Kumar at Punjab National Bank.

FSIB conducted an interface with 23 candidates from various public sector banks between May 27 – May 30, 2025 for the MD & CEO positions.

The recommendation was based on candidates’ performance in the interface, overall experience, and other parameters.

12) Answer: A

Lt Gen Dinesh Singh Rana assumed charge as the 18th Commander-in-Chief of the Andaman & Nicobar Command (CINCAN) on June 1, 2025.

The Andaman & Nicobar Command (ANC) is India’s first and only joint services operational command, integrating the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard.

ANC is based at Sri Vijaya Puram and safeguards India’s interests in the strategically vital Indian Ocean Region.

13) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Air Marshal Jasvir Singh Mann took charge as Senior Air Staff Officer (SASO) of Western Air Command, Indian Air Force on 1 June 2025.

Detailed Explanation:

Air Marshal Jasvir Singh Mann took charge as Senior Air Staff Officer (SASO) of Western Air Command, Indian Air Force on 1 June 2025.

He is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy (NDA).

He was commissioned as a fighter pilot on 16 December 1989.

Has flown over 3000 hours on various fighter aircraft.

Commanded a fighter squadron, served as Chief Operations Officer of a forward base, and was Air Officer Commanding of a premier fighter base.

Held key appointments at Air Headquarters and Command Headquarters.

Directed Joint Military Training exercises with the Republic of Singapore Air Force (2017) and the US Air Force (2018).

14) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Shanti Ekambaram, Deputy Managing Director of Kotak Mahindra Bank, will retire on October 31, 2025, after completing her current term.

Paritosh Kashyap, currently Group President and Business Head – Wholesale Banking Group, will be appointed as Whole Time Director (Executive Director) and Key Managerial Personnel.

Detailed Explanation:

Shanti Ekambaram, Deputy Managing Director of Kotak Mahindra Bank, will retire on October 31, 2025, after completing her current term.

Paritosh Kashyap, currently Group President and Business Head – Wholesale Banking Group, will be appointed as Whole Time Director (Executive Director) and Key Managerial Personnel.

Paritosh Kashyap is recognized for his deep institutional knowledge, strategic foresight, and customer-first mindset.

Shanti Ekambaram has been with Kotak Group since 1991, contributing significantly to the growth and evolution of the bank over three decades.

15) Answer: D

Rajiv Memani, EY India Chief, has taken over as the President of the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) for 2025-26.

He succeeds Sanjiv Puri, Chairman & Managing Director of ITC Ltd.

R Mukundan, MD & CEO of Tata Chemicals, has been appointed President-Designate of CII.

Suchitra K Ella, Co-founder and MD of Bharat Biotech, has been appointed Vice President of CII.

Rajiv Memani is also a member of the EY Global Executive Board and chairs the Growth Markets Council.

16) Answer: A

Shri Shailendra Nath Gupta took charge as Director General of Defence Estates on May 31, 2025.

Previously served as CEO of various Cantonment Boards, Defence Estate Officer of multiple circles, staff officer, Director Defence Estates (Central Command), and Principal Director Defence Estates (Eastern Command).

The Directorate General of Defence Estates manages approximately 18 lakh acres of defence land across India.

It functions under six commands, 38 Defence Estates Circles, and 61 Cantonment Boards.

17) Answer: A

In a vibrant showcase of global culture and creativity, Miss Indonesia, Monica Kezia Sembiring, emerged as the winner of the Talent Finale at Miss World 2025, held at Shilpakala Vedika, Hyderabad.

Winning Performance: Monica Kezia Sembiring impressed judges and audience with a fusion piano performance, blending Indian and Indonesian melodies, earning her the top spot in the Talent round.

Runners-Up:

Miss Cameroon, Issie Princesse secured second place with her powerful gospel song "Goodness of God".

Miss Italy, Chiara Esposito claimed third place with an emotional ballet performance showcasing grace and gratitude.

Miss India, Nandini Gupta delivered a crowd-favoriteBollywood dance.

Miss Kenya, Grace Ramtu, closed the solo acts with a lively DJ set.

Miss Nigeria, Miss USA, Miss Malta, and Miss Brazil gave memorable singing and dance acts.

Miss Netherlands presented ice-skating skills via video; Miss Trinidad and Tobago showed an aerial act on video.

18) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh achieved a historic victory over World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen at the Norway Chess 2025 tournament, marking his first classical win against Carlsen and a major milestone in his career.

Gukesh opened with 1.e4; Carlsen responded with the Berlin Defense.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh achieved a historic victory over World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen at the Norway Chess 2025 tournament, marking his first classical win against Carlsen and a major milestone in his career.

Comeback Win: After losing to Carlsen in the first round, Gukesh showed remarkable resilience in the rematch, overturning a losing position to secure victory in a tense endgame.

Gukesh opened with 1.e4; Carlsen responded with the Berlin Defense.

Despite Carlsen’s strong control and 98.7% accuracy mid-game, a critical mistake at move 44…f6 gave Gukesh the advantage.

Under intense time pressure, Carlsen’s blunder at 52…Ne2+ allowed Gukesh to outmaneuver him and win.

19) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Star Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell announced his retirement from One-Day Internationals (ODIs), concluding a distinguished 13-year career in the format.

Detailed Explanation:

Star Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell announced his retirement from One-Day Internationals (ODIs), concluding a distinguished 13-year career in the format.

Career Span: Maxwell debuted in August 2012 and played 149 ODIs, scoring 3,990 runs and taking 77 wickets.

World Cup Success: Part of Australia’s ICC World Cup–winning squads in 2015 and 2023.

Final Appearance: Last ODI match was against India in the Champions Trophy 2025 earlier this year.

Retirement Reason: Chose to prioritize preparation for the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, the Big Bash League, and other global commitments.

20) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

India showcased a stellar performance at the 4th Thailand Open International Boxing Tournament, securing an impressive eight-medal haul, highlighted by two gold medals.

Gold Medalists:

Deepak (75 kg): Won gold with a convincing 5:0 victory over Uzbekistan’s AbdurakhimovJavokhir in the final.

Naman Tanwar (90 kg): Defeated China’s Han Xuezhen4:1 to clinch gold in his category.

Detailed Explanation:

India showcased a stellar performance at the 4th Thailand Open International Boxing Tournament, securing an impressive eight-medal haul, highlighted by two gold medals.

Gold Medalists:

Deepak (75 kg): Won gold with a convincing 5:0 victory over Uzbekistan’s AbdurakhimovJavokhir in the final.

Naman Tanwar (90 kg): Defeated China’s Han Xuezhen4:1 to clinch gold in his category.

Silver Medal:

Kiran (Women’s 80+ kg): Narrowly lost 2:3 to Kazakhstan’s YeldanaTalipova, securing silver after a closely contested final.

Bronze Medalists (Women):

Tamanna (51 kg)

Priya (57 kg)

Sanju (60 kg)

Saneh (70 kg)

LalfakmawiiRalte (80 kg)

21) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Tianwen-2 was launched in June 2025 using a Long March 3B rocket from Xichang Satellite Launch Center, China.

Mission Objective:Tosample a near-Earth asteroid named 469219 Kamoʻoalewa (2016 HO3) and later survey the main belt comet 311P/PANSTARRS.

Asteroid Rendezvous:Expected to rendezvous with the asteroid in July 2026.

The mission will spend 7 months studying and collecting samples.

Detailed Explanation:

Tianwen-2 was launched in June 2025 using a Long March 3B rocket from Xichang Satellite Launch Center, China.

Mission Objective:Tosample a near-Earth asteroid named 469219 Kamoʻoalewa (2016 HO3) and later survey the main belt comet 311P/PANSTARRS.

Asteroid Rendezvous:Expected to rendezvous with the asteroid in July 2026.

The mission will spend 7 months studying and collecting samples.

Sample Return:Samples from the asteroid will be returned to Earth by late 2027 via a reentry module.

Scientific Goals:To understand the nature and origin of the asteroid, possibly a moon fragment.

Analyzemineral content and compare with other asteroids.

Explore organic molecules, amino acids, and nucleobases related to the origins of life.

Mission Continuation:After sample return, Tianwen-2 will perform an Earth gravity assist to head towards the comet 311P/PANSTARRS for a 6-year voyage ending around 2035.

22) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Valmik Thapar, noted wildlife and tiger conservationist, died at 73 in Delhi on May 31, 2025.

Valmik Thapar is known for evocative photographs and authoring nearly 50 books on tigers, especially those in Ranthambore, Rajasthan.

Detailed Explanation:

Valmik Thapar, noted wildlife and tiger conservationist, died at 73 in Delhi on May 31, 2025.

Valmik Thapar is known for evocative photographs and authoring nearly 50 books on tigers, especially those in Ranthambore, Rajasthan.

He was a founder of the Ranthambhore Foundation, an NGO working with about 100 villages around the Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve.

He was critical of the implementation of Project Tiger (launched in 1972), which aimed to restore India's tiger population through forest reserves and tiger corridors.

Famous for books like "Land of the Tiger" (1997) and "Tiger Fire", and for producing wildlife films, including the BBC series Land of the Tiger.

In 2024, appeared in My Tiger Family, a documentary reflecting his 50 years of tiger observations.

23) Answer: B

On the 3rd June, World Bicycle Day 2025 is celebrated all over the world.

World Bicycle Day is celebrated all over the globe every year on the 3rd of June to recognize the versatility and uniqueness of the bicycle, as well as its reliability and sustainability as a mode of transportation.

World Bicycle Day 2025 with the theme 'Cycling for a Sustainable Future'.

24) Answer: C

Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh has been honoured with Player-of-the-Year award by the Asian Chess Federation (ACF) for clinching the gold medal with a record-breaking score of 9/11 in the 44th Chess Olympiad at Mahabalipuram.

25) Answer: D

Vishwanath Karthikey Padakanti, a 16-year-old boy from Hyderabad, has made history. He is now the youngest India and the second youngest person in the world to finish the famous 7 Summits challenge.