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1) What was the growth rate of India’s total outstanding NRI deposits in March 2025?

(a) 7.2%

(b) 9.4%

(c) 8.4%

(d) 10.1%

(e) 6.8%

2) The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has increased the auto-settlement limit for advance claims from ₹1 lakh to ₹5 lakh. What is the expected claim processing time for eligible EPFO advance claims under the new auto-settlement limit?

(a) 1 day

(b) 3 days

(c) 2 days

(d) 5 days

(e) 7 days

3) What is the name of the new health insurance product launched by Galaxy Health Insurance in partnership with Policybazaar?

(a) Galaxy Wellness

(b) Galaxy Secure

(c) Galaxy Promise

(d) Galaxy Marvel

(e) Galaxy Shield

4) How much liquidity does the RBI aim to absorb through the 7-day Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) auction on June 27, 2025?

(a) ₹50,000 crore

(b) ₹2.43 lakh crore

(c) ₹75,000 crore

(d) ₹1 lakh crore

(e) ₹1.25 lakh crore

5) Recently, S&P Global has raised its forecast for India’s economic growth in FY26 (fiscal year ending March 31, 2026) to 6.5%, up from the earlier estimate of 6.3%. Which of the following factors contributed to S&P Global's upward revision of India's growth forecast?

I. Monetary easing
II. Higher crude oil prices
III. Normal monsoon
IV. Income-tax concessions

(a) I, II and III only

(b) II and IV only

(c) I, III and IV only

(d) I and III only

(e) I, II, III and IV

6) According to the news, the Consumer Price Index (CPI), a key indicator for measuring retail inflation in India, is set for a major revamp by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).Which of the following modern consumption trends will be newly reflected in the revamped CPI basket?

I. Digital services
II. Health technology
III. Processed food

(a) I and II only

(b) I and III only

(c) II and III only

(d) I, II and III

(e) None of the above

7) According to the HSBC Flash India Composite Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), compiled by S&P Global, rose to 61 in June from a revised 59.3 in May. How many consecutive months has India’s PMI remained above the 50-mark as of June 2025?

(a) 36

(b) 40

(c) 44

(d) 47

(e) 50

8) As per the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) aimed to enhance quality of life in urban areas through robust infrastructure and inclusive service delivery in 500 cities and towns. When was the AMRUT launched?

(a) 2014

(b) 2015

(c) 2016

(d) 2017

(e) 2018

9) From which date must all government school teachers in Madhya Pradesh mark attendance online via the 'HumareShikshak' platform?

(a) June 1, 2025

(b) July 1, 2025

(c) August 1, 2025

(d) September 1, 2025

(e) October 1, 2025

10) Recently, NITI Aayog released the third edition of its quarterly insights series, Future Front, titled “India’s Data Imperative: The Pivot Towards Quality.”  Which of the following tools was introduced in the report to assess data accuracy, completeness, and timeliness?

(a) National Data Grid

(b) Data Integrity Index

(c) Digital Governance Scorecard

(d) Data-Quality Scorecard

(e) Real-Time Public Dashboard

11) What is the name of the tribal welfare campaign launched by the Government of India from 15 June to 15 July 2025?

(a) Vanbandhu Yojana

(b) Adi Mahotsav

(c) Dharti AabaJanbhagidari Abhiyan

(d) Janjatiya Samman Abhiyan

(e) Moolnivasi Seva Mission

12) What is the name of the mobile app launched by East Coast Railway to assist pilgrims during Rath Yatra 2025?

(a) Puri Pilgrim Assist

(b) ECoR Rath Tracker

(c) Rath Yatra Connect

(d) ECoR Yatra

(e) Rail Rath Sewa

13) Recently, the Government of Andhra Pradesh has launched ‘Vidya Shakti’, a digital remedial education initiative aimed at helping academically weak students in government schools. Which subjects are focused on under the Vidya Shakti program?

(a) History, Geography, and Civics

(b) Maths, Science, and English

(c) Telugu, Hindi, and Sanskrit

(d) Physics, Chemistry, and Biology

(e) Environmental Science and Economics

14) In which Indian state is the first-ever Small Modular Reactor (SMR)-based nuclear power plant being set up?

(a) Uttar Pradesh

(b) Jharkhand

(c) Kerala

(d) Chhattisgarh

(e) Bihar

15) What is the length of the newly inaugurated bridge over the Ganga in Bihar?

(a) 3.2 km

(b) 4.57 km

(c) 5.1 km

(d) 6.0 km

(e) 7.25 km

16) Which country will become the first Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nation to implement personal income tax?

(a) Saudi Arabia

(b) Oman

(c) Qatar

(d) UAE

(e) Bahrain

17) Who has been appointed as the next President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)?

(a) Jin Liqun

(b) Liu He

(c) Yi Gang

(d) Zou Jiayi

(e) Wang Qishan

18) Which bank was Pankaj Dwivedi appointed as Executive Director (ED) of before his appointment was cancelled?

(a) Punjab & Sind Bank

(b) State Bank of India

(c) Union Bank of India

(d) Bank of Baroda

(e) Canara Bank

19) As per the UGRO Capital, a leading DataTech NBFC focused on MSME lending, has promoted Anuj Pandey as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Before becoming the CEO of UGRO Capital, what position did Anuj Pandey hold?

(a) Chief Financial Officer

(b) Managing Director

(c) Chief Technology Officer

(d) Chief Risk Officer

(e) Chief Operating Officer

20) How many years had passed since South Korea last appointed a civilian as Defence Minister before Ahn Gyu-back?

(a) 64 years

(b) 60 years

(c) 54 years

(d) 70 years

(e) 50 years

21) How many indigenous weapon systems has the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) offered for emergency procurement by the Indian Armed Forces?

(a) 28

(b) 22

(c) 18

(d) 35

(e) 31

22) Recently in the news, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to Head Indian Delegation at Shanghai Cooperation OrganisationDefence Ministers’ Meeting in Qingdao, China. In which year did India serve as the rotating chair of the SCO?

(a) 2022

(b) 2023

(c) 2024

(d) 2025

(e) 2021

23) In which edition of the QS World University Rankings did Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) make its debut?

(a) 2024

(b) 2025

(c) 2023

(d) 2026

(e) 2022

24) When is World Vitiligo Day observed each year?

(a) 5th June

(b) 21st June

(c) 25th June

(d) 15th July

(e) 12th May

25) On which date is the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking observed annually?

(a) 1st July

(b) 21st June

(c) 26th June

(d) 15th May

(e) 30th June

Answers :

1) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

India’s total outstanding NRI deposits rose 8.4% in March 2025, continuing momentum from 9.4% growth in March 2024, despite rupee depreciation in late FY25.

Detailed Explanation:

India’s total outstanding NRI deposits rose 8.4% in March 2025, continuing momentum from 9.4% growth in March 2024, despite rupee depreciation in late FY25.

The RBI’s hike in interest rate ceilings helped curb outflows and attract capital inflows.

Key RBI Measures (Dec 2024 Monetary Policy)

Interest rate ceilings raised for FCNR(B) deposits:

1–3 years: from ARR + 250 bps → ARR + 400 bps

3–5 years: from ARR + 350 bps → ARR + 500 bps

These relaxations were applicable till March 31, 2025.

2) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has increased the auto-settlement limit for advance claims from ₹1 lakh to ₹5 lakh.

With the new ₹5 lakh limit, more advanced claims will qualify for auto-processing.

Eligible claims will now be processed within 3 days of submission.

Detailed Explanation:

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has increased the auto-settlement limit for advance claims from ₹1 lakh to ₹5 lakh.

This move aims to enhance member services and enable faster disbursal of funds, especially during urgent financial needs.

Auto-settlement of advance claims was first introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic to provide quick financial assistance.

With the new ₹5 lakh limit, more advanced claims will qualify for auto-processing.

Eligible claims will now be processed within 3 days of submission.

3) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Galaxy Health Insurance has launched a new health insurance product called Galaxy Marvel to cater to the evolving needs of today’s health-conscious society.

The product is launched in partnership with Policybazaar, enhancing its availability to a wide customer base pan-India.

Detailed Explanation:

Galaxy Health Insurance has launched a new health insurance product called Galaxy Marvel to cater to the evolving needs of today’s health-conscious society.

The product is launched in partnership with Policybazaar, enhancing its availability to a wide customer base pan-India.

Galaxy Marvel promotes wellness by offering health-linked incentives and digital wallet credits to policyholders who maintain good health.

Premium discounts for healthy lifestyles

Zero co-payment feature

Coverage for both modern and AYUSH treatments (including robotic surgeries)

Room rent without caps

Outpatient services offered across four plans

Additional benefits like newborn and maternity cover

Galaxy Marvel follows the insurer’s first flagship product called Galaxy Promise, launched in October 2024.

4) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will conduct a 7-day Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) auction on June 27, 2025.

The auction aims to absorb surplus liquidity of ₹1 lakh crore from the banking system.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will conduct a 7-day Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) auction on June 27, 2025.

The auction aims to absorb surplus liquidity of ₹1 lakh crore from the banking system.

This decision comes as surplus liquidity reached ₹2.43 lakh crore as on June 23.

The move signals RBI's intent to actively manage liquidity and anchor short-term interest rates.

Objective: To reduce distortions caused by excess liquidity and bring system liquidity closer to 1% of deposits.

RBI will not conduct the usual 14-day main VRRR auction on Friday, June 27, 2025, due to evolving liquidity conditions.

The 14-day VRRR operation was also not conducted on June 13.

5) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

S&P Global has raised its forecast for India’s economic growth in FY26 (fiscal year ending March 31, 2026) to 6.5%, up from the earlier estimate of 6.3%.

The upward revision is attributed to factors such as:Monetary easing, Lower crude oil prices, Normal monsoon, Income-tax concessions

Detailed Explanation:

S&P Global has raised its forecast for India’s economic growth in FY26 (fiscal year ending March 31, 2026) to 6.5%, up from the earlier estimate of 6.3%.

The upward revision is attributed to factors such as:Monetary easing, Lower crude oil prices, Normal monsoon, Income-tax concessions

The projection was published in S&P Global’s latest Asia-Pacific Economic Outlook report.

S&P Global expects India’s domestic demand growth to be more resilient compared to exports.

The revised forecast of 6.5% aligns with the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) estimate for FY26.

6) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Consumer Price Index (CPI), a key indicator for measuring retail inflation in India, is set for a major revamp by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).

The CPI basket expansion aims to better reflect evolving consumption patterns, including modern consumption trends such as:Digital services, Health technology, Processed food

Detailed Explanation:

The Consumer Price Index (CPI), a key indicator for measuring retail inflation in India, is set for a major revamp by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).

The CPI basket will be expanded from the current 299 items to approximately 407 items, based on findings from the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) 2023-24.

The base year for CPI calculation will be updated from 2012 to 2024, with implementation expected from Q1 2026.

The CPI basket expansion aims to better reflect evolving consumption patterns, including modern consumption trends such as:Digital services, Health technology, Processed food

7) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India’s private sector output grew at its fastest pace in 14 months in June, driven by increases in new business intakes and international sales.

The PMI index has remained above the 50-mark (which separates growth from contraction) for 47 consecutive months

Detailed Explanation:

India’s private sector output grew at its fastest pace in 14 months in June, driven by increases in new business intakes and international sales.

The HSBC Flash India Composite Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), compiled by S&P Global, rose to 61 in June from a revised 59.3 in May.

The Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) is a key economic indicator used to assess the business conditions in the manufacturing and services sectors.

It reflects whether business activity is expanding, contracting, or remaining stable based on responses related to important business variables.

The PMI index has remained above the 50-mark (which separates growth from contraction) for 47 consecutive months

The manufacturing sector led the increase in business activity, with growth also picking up in the services sector.

8) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

India marked a major urban development milestone as the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) completed 10 years on June 25, 2025.

Launched in 2015, the Mission aimed to enhance quality of life in urban areas through robust infrastructure and inclusive service delivery in 500 cities and towns. It has now evolved into AMRUT 2.0, expanding its reach and ambition.

Detailed Explanation:

India marked a major urban development milestone as the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) completed 10 years on June 25, 2025.

Launched in 2015, the Mission aimed to enhance quality of life in urban areas through robust infrastructure and inclusive service delivery in 500 cities and towns. It has now evolved into AMRUT 2.0, expanding its reach and ambition.

Mission Objective: Focused on universal access to tap water, sewerage, urban mobility, and green spaces in urban India.

Investment and Achievements (AMRUT Phase 1):

₹77,640 crore in approved State Annual Action Plans (SAAPs).

₹35,990 crore committed as Central Assistance.

Projects worth ₹79,401 crore completed with ₹72,656 crore expenditure.

Over 2.03 crore households provided with tap water connections.

1.5 crore households connected to sewerage systems.

9) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Madhya Pradesh School Education Department has directed that, from 1 July 2025, all teachers in government schools must record their attendance online via the ‘HumareShikshak’ platform—integrated with the Education 3.0 portal—with non-compliance triggering leave deductions.

Detailed Explanation:

The Madhya Pradesh School Education Department has directed that, from 1 July 2025, all teachers in government schools must record their attendance online via the ‘HumareShikshak’ platform—integrated with the Education 3.0 portal—with non-compliance triggering leave deductions.

Compulsory Digital Marking Window: Teachers must log attendance within one hour of school start and up to 30 minutes after school end.

Leave Deduction Mechanism: Failure to mark digitally results in an automatic half-day casual leave deduction, adjusted from annual or optional leave balances.

Statewide Coverage: Applies to lakhs of teachers and education department employees across Madhya Pradesh’s government schools.

Integrated E-Governance Tool: The ‘HumareShikshak’ platform manages daily attendance and service records, linked to the Education 3.0 portal.

10) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

NITI Aayog released the third edition of its quarterly insights series, Future Front, titled “India’s Data Imperative: The Pivot Towards Quality.”

Data-Quality Scorecard: A tool to assess and monitor critical attributes like accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.

Detailed Explanation:

NITI Aayog released the third edition of its quarterly insights series, Future Front, titled “India’s Data Imperative: The Pivot Towards Quality.”

The report underscores the urgent need to improve data quality across public systems to strengthen digital governance, build citizen trust, and enhance service delivery.

It introduces two innovative tools to guide this transformation.

Data-Quality Scorecard: A tool to assess and monitor critical attributes like accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.

Data-Quality Maturity Framework: Enables agencies to self-evaluate their data practices and formulate actionable improvement roadmaps.

11) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Government of India has launched the Dharti AabaJanbhagidari Abhiyan (DAJA), a historic tribal welfare campaign running from 15 June to 15 July 2025, aiming to reach over 5.5 crore tribal citizens across 1 lakh+ villages.

Led by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, it honorsBhagwan Birsa Munda and is part of the Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh initiative.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of India has launched the Dharti AabaJanbhagidari Abhiyan (DAJA), a historic tribal welfare campaign running from 15 June to 15 July 2025, aiming to reach over 5.5 crore tribal citizens across 1 lakh+ villages.

Led by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, it honorsBhagwan Birsa Munda and is part of the Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh initiative.

Unprecedented Scale: Covers 550+ districts, 3,000+ blocks, 700+ tribal communities, and 75 Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) across 31 States/UTs.

Five Pillars of DAJA:

Janbhagidari: Tribal-led participation and leadership

Saturation: Ensuring 100% scheme coverage

Cultural Inclusion: Use of tribal languages, art, and traditions

Convergence: Multi-ministerial and civil society collaboration

Last-Mile Delivery: Reaching remotest PVTG and tribal habitations

12) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

East Coast Railway has unveiled the ‘ECoR Yatra’ mobile app—available on the Google Play Store—to assist pilgrims travelling to Puri between June 25 and July 7, 2025.

Detailed Explanation:

East Coast Railway has unveiled the ‘ECoR Yatra’ mobile app—available on the Google Play Store—to assist pilgrims travelling to Puri between June 25 and July 7, 2025.

The app delivers real-time railway updates, accommodation options, and amenity details to enhance the Rath Yatra experience.

Real-Time Train Status: Live updates on train running status, PNR enquiry, and special Rath Yatra train schedules.

Ticket Booking Integration: Book reserved tickets via IRCTC link and unreserved tickets through UTS on Mobile.

13) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Government of Andhra Pradesh has launched ‘Vidya Shakti’, a digital remedial education initiative aimed at helping academically weak students in government schools.

The program focuses on Mathematics, Science, and English, using technology-driven, after-school learning methods.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of Andhra Pradesh has launched ‘Vidya Shakti’, a digital remedial education initiative aimed at helping academically weak students in government schools.

The program focuses on Mathematics, Science, and English, using technology-driven, after-school learning methods.

Objective: Improve learning outcomes, reduce dropouts, and enhance Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) through targeted academic support.

Subjects Covered: Maths, Science, and English for students needing remedial help.

Coverage: Implemented across 4,424 Zilla Parishad, Government, and Municipal schools, 576 Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas (KGBVs), and Residential & Model schools.

14) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Bihar will establish its first-ever nuclear power plant using Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology, announced by Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar.

This project is part of India’s ₹20,000 crore Nuclear Energy Mission, aiming to expand clean energy and bolster regional power security.

Detailed Explanation:

Bihar will establish its first-ever nuclear power plant using Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology, announced by Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar.

This project is part of India’s ₹20,000 crore Nuclear Energy Mission, aiming to expand clean energy and bolster regional power security.

SMR Technology Advantage: SMRs offer a compact, cost-effective, and safer alternative to traditional reactors, ideal for energy-deficient regions like Bihar.

Mission Budget & Vision: The ₹20,000 crore allocation under Budget 2025–26 targets at least one nuclear plant per state to enhance energy security and sustainable growth.

Regional Impact: The SMR plant will stabilize Bihar’s grid, boost industrialisation, and support the state’s growth targets.

Complementary Battery Storage: A 1,000 MW battery project with ₹18 lakh/MW viability gap funding will enhance grid stability and renewable integration, building on a 500 MWh BESS laid in Siwan.

15) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Bihar Chief MinisterNitish Kumar inaugurated a 4.57 km-long six-lane bridge over the Ganges River, linking Patna with Raghopur, the constituency of opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav.

Detailed Explanation:

Bihar Chief MinisterNitish Kumar inaugurated a 4.57 km-long six-lane bridge over the Ganges River, linking Patna with Raghopur, the constituency of opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav.

The bridge marks a significant infrastructure milestone for the state, carrying both developmental and political implications ahead of the upcoming elections.

Strategic Infrastructure: The bridge connects Kachchi Dargah (Patna) with Raghopur (Vaishali district), offering an all-weather alternative to boat transport for residents of the Raghopurdiyara (riverine area).

Inauguration Ceremony: Inaugurated by Nitish Kumar in the presence of Deputy CMs Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha, and Assembly Speaker Nawal Kishor Yadav.

Political Significance: Following the inauguration, Nitish Kumar drove directly to Raghopur, signaling a direct political outreach to opposition territory.

16) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Oman plans to introduce personal income tax starting from 2028, becoming the first among the six-member Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations to do so.

The proposed tax rate is 5%, applicable only to individuals earning over $109,000 annually, targeting the top 1% of earners in Oman.

Detailed Explanation:

Oman plans to introduce personal income tax starting from 2028, becoming the first among the six-member Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations to do so.

The proposed tax rate is 5%, applicable only to individuals earning over $109,000 annually, targeting the top 1% of earners in Oman.

The plan was announced via royal decree on June 22, 2025, and reported by the official Oman News Agency.

The move is part of Oman’s strategy to reduce reliance on hydrocarbons and diversify government revenue sources.

Oil and gas revenues currently account for up to 85% of Oman’s public income, making the economy vulnerable to global energy market fluctuations.

17) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Zou Jiayi, former Vice Finance Minister of China, was appointed as the next President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).

The appointment was announced during the 10th Annual Meeting of the AIIB Board of Governors held in Beijing.

Detailed Explanation:

Zou Jiayi, former Vice Finance Minister of China, was appointed as the next President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).

The appointment was announced during the 10th Annual Meeting of the AIIB Board of Governors held in Beijing.

Zou Jiayi will succeed the founding AIIB President Jin Liqun, whose second five-year term ends on January 15, 2026.

Zou’s five-year term as AIIB President will begin on January 16, 2026.

China is the largest shareholder of AIIB, holding 26.54% voting shares.

India is the second-largest shareholder with 7.58%, followed by Russia (5.9%) and Germany (4.1%).

18) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The government has cancelled the appointment of Pankaj Dwivedi as Executive Director (ED) of the state-owned Union Bank of India.

Pankaj Dwivedi was previously a General Manager at Punjab & Sind Bank before his appointment as ED of Union Bank in March last year for a three-year term.

Following the cancellation, Dwivedi is expected to revert to his parent bank, Punjab & Sind Bank, as General Manager.

Detailed Explanation:

The government has cancelled the appointment of Pankaj Dwivedi as Executive Director (ED) of the state-owned Union Bank of India.

Pankaj Dwivedi was previously a General Manager at Punjab & Sind Bank before his appointment as ED of Union Bank in March last year for a three-year term.

Following the cancellation, Dwivedi is expected to revert to his parent bank, Punjab & Sind Bank, as General Manager.

The Delhi High Court, in August last year, had questioned Dwivedi’s appointment as ED during the hearing of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL).

The PIL was filed by a woman challenging his appointment due to a pending sexual harassment chargesheet against him.

The court’s questioning and the ongoing legal concerns likely influenced the unprecedented government decision to cancel the appointment.

19) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

UGRO Capital, a leading DataTech NBFC focused on MSME lending, has promoted Anuj Pandey as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Anuj Pandey is a founding team member of UGRO and was previously the company’s Chief Risk Officer.

Detailed Explanation:

UGRO Capital, a leading DataTech NBFC focused on MSME lending, has promoted Anuj Pandey as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Anuj Pandey is a founding team member of UGRO and was previously the company’s Chief Risk Officer.

The promotion reflects UGRO’s aim to strengthen institutional leadership as it scales its MSME lending business.

Pandey has been instrumental in building UGRO’s risk governance framework and credit architecture since inception.

He brings around 25 years of diverse experience, having worked in leadership roles at:GSK Consumer, ABN AMRO Bank, Barclays Bank, Religare

20) Answer: A

South Korea appointed its first civilian defence minister in 64 years, Ahn Gyu-back, marking a significant shift in military oversight.

The appointment came amid growing public demand for stronger civilian control of the military, especially after the failed martial law attempt in December 2024.

The martial law attempt, linked to former president Yoon Suk Yeol, led to his impeachment and suspension by the South Korean lawmakers.

21) Answer: A

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has offered 28 indigenous weapon systems for emergency procurement by India’s armed forces — Army, Navy, and Air Force.

This initiative aligns with the government’s self-reliance (Atmanirbhar Bharat) push in defence manufacturing.

Under emergency procurement powers, the armed forces can add new and replenish existing weapon systems as per operational needs.

22) Answer: B

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will lead the Indian delegation to the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Qingdao, China on June 25–26, 2025.

The meeting will focus on regional and global security challenges, particularly peace, counter-terrorism, and defence cooperation.

Rajnath Singh will hold bilateral talks with defence ministers from countries like China and Russia to explore ways to strengthen strategic defence partnerships.

The SCO was established in 2001 and has grown into a major regional bloc.

India became a full member in 2017 and served as the rotating chair in 2023.

23) Answer:  D

Short Explanation:

Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) Deemed-to-be-University (KIIT-DU) has achieved a historic milestone by making its first-ever entry into the QS World University Rankings 2026—emerging as the top-ranked private university in Odisha and securing the 9th position among private higher education institutions in India.

Detailed Explanation:

Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) Deemed-to-be-University (KIIT-DU) has achieved a historic milestone by making its first-ever entry into the QS World University Rankings 2026—emerging as the top-ranked private university in Odisha and securing the 9th position among private higher education institutions in India.

Debut in QS Global Rankings: KIIT made its formal debut in the QS World University Rankings 2026, evaluated among 1,500+ global institutions—a first for the university.

Top Private Institution in Odisha: Ranked No. 1 among all private universities in Odisha, reflecting its regional academic leadership.

Ranked 9th in India (Private): Achieved the 9th rank among India’s top private higher education institutions, further enhancing its national reputation.

24) Answer: C

Every year on 25th June, World Vitiligo Day is observed with the aim of increasing the effort for vitiligo healthcare and education and raising awareness of the social stigma and mental challenges faced by those affected by vitiligo.

The theme for 2025 is 'Innovation for Every Skin, Powered by AI'.

25) Answer: C

Every year on June 26th, the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking is commemorated to raise awareness about the impact and negative consequences that drugs have on society.

International Day Against Drug Abuse on 26th June 2025, with the theme “Breaking the chains: Treatment, Prevention and Recovery for All.”