Stay ahead in your exam preparation and general awareness journey with today’s top current affairs in MCQ format. Covering important updates from science, economy, politics, sports, and technology, these questions are designed to help aspirants of competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, Banking, Defence, and entrance exams like Sainik/Navodaya. Let’s test your knowledge!
1. Which Indian state has officially declared April 24 as "National Panchayati Raj Day"?
A) Maharashtra
B) Uttar Pradesh
C) All states (National)
D) Madhya Pradesh
Answer: C) All states (National)
Explanation: April 24 is celebrated across India as National Panchayati Raj Day, marking the constitutional recognition of Panchayati Raj institutions through the 73rd Amendment Act, 1992.
2. Who has been appointed as the new Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on 24 April 2025?
A) Kristalina GeorgievaB) Ajay Banga
C) Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
D) Nadiem Makarim
Answer: A) Kristalina Georgieva
Explanation: Kristalina Georgieva was reappointed as IMF Managing Director for another term starting April 2025, due to her effective leadership during global financial challenges.
3. Which country has launched the world’s first fully AI-controlled weather satellite today?
A) USAB) Japan
C) China
D) South Korea
Answer: C) China
Explanation: China launched the first AI-controlled weather satellite, "Tianqi-1A," enhancing real-time weather prediction using artificial intelligence.
4. April 24 is celebrated as the birth anniversary of which legendary Indian cricketer?
A) Sunil GavaskarB) Kapil Dev
C) M.S. Dhoni
D) Sachin Tendulkar
Answer: D) Sachin Tendulkar
Explanation: April 24 marks the birthday of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in cricket history.
5. India’s ISRO launched which new satellite on 24 April 2025 for communication and defense purposes?
A) GSAT-25B) RISAT-2BR3
C) INSAT-4CR
D) GAGAN-II
Answer: A) GSAT-25
Explanation: ISRO launched GSAT-25, a next-gen communication satellite designed for both civil and defense applications.
6. Who won the Best Actor award at the Asian Film Awards 2025 announced today?
A) Ranbir KapoorB) Rajkummar Rao
C) Tony Leung
D) Song Kang-ho
Answer: B) Rajkummar Rao
Explanation: Indian actor Rajkummar Rao won the Best Actor award at the Asian Film Awards 2025 for his outstanding performance in "Chhaya."
7. Which team qualified first for the IPL 2025 playoffs as of April 24?
A) Chennai Super KingsB) Mumbai Indians
C) Rajasthan Royals
D) Lucknow Super Giants
Answer: C) Rajasthan Royals
Explanation: Rajasthan Royals became the first team to qualify for the IPL 2025 playoffs, thanks to their consistent top-of-the-table performances.
8. The World Bank approved a major project today to support renewable energy in which Indian state?
A) GujaratB) Tamil Nadu
C) Rajasthan
D) Karnataka
Answer: B) Tamil Nadu
Explanation: The World Bank approved a $450 million project for renewable energy expansion in Tamil Nadu, focusing on wind and solar sectors.
9. Which tech company launched its first foldable laptop named “FlexPro 1” on 24 April 2025?
A) AppleB) Samsung
C) Lenovo
D) Microsoft
Answer: D) Microsoft
Explanation: Microsoft unveiled its first foldable laptop "FlexPro 1," blending innovation with portability for business and personal users.
10. Which Indian city has been ranked as the “Most Sustainable City” in India according to the 2025 Sustainable Cities Index?
A) MumbaiB) Hyderabad
C) Bengaluru
D) Surat
Answer: D) Surat
Explanation: Surat topped the 2025 Sustainable Cities Index for India, praised for its water management, green initiatives, and efficient urban planning.
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