Stay updated with the top headlines and current events! Below are 10 important multiple-choice questions (MCQs) based on the latest news, along with correct answers and explanations. These are useful for UPSC, SSC, banking, railways, and other competitive exams.
1. Which international day is observed on April 4 to raise awareness about landmines and their impact?
A) World Health Day
B) International Day for Mine Awareness
C) Earth Day
D) World Refugee Day
✅ Answer: B) International Day for Mine Awareness
💡 Explanation: The United Nations declared April 4th as International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action to promote efforts in eradicating landmines. The 2025 theme is “Safe Futures Start Here.”
2. Which country experienced a 6.0 magnitude earthquake in Kyushu on April 2, 2025?
A) Indonesia
B) Japan
C) Philippines
D) South Korea
✅ Answer: B) Japan
💡 Explanation: A strong earthquake of magnitude 6.0 struck Japan’s Kyushu region at a depth of 30 km, causing tremors and precautionary alerts.
3. Which ministry reported a record 25 GW addition in renewable energy capacity for FY 2024–25?
A) Ministry of Power
B) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
C) Ministry of Environment
D) Ministry of Science and Technology
✅ Answer: B) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
💡 Explanation: The MNRE announced a historic 25 GW increase in renewable energy, a 35% jump from the previous year.
4. "Strait Thunder-2025A" military drills were recently conducted by which country in the Taiwan Strait?
A) Japan
B) South Korea
C) China
D) United States
✅ Answer: C) China
💡 Explanation: China launched "Strait Thunder-2025A" drills to display military readiness near Taiwan—a region of geopolitical tension.
5. Which bill passed in April 2025 aligns India’s aviation rules with the Cape Town Convention?
A) The Aircraft Amendment Bill, 2025
B) The Civil Aviation Authority Bill, 2025
C) The Protection of Interests in Aircraft Objects Bill, 2025
D) The Air Traffic Management Bill, 2025
✅ Answer: C) The Protection of Interests in Aircraft Objects Bill, 2025
💡 Explanation: This bill brings Indian aviation law in sync with international norms under the Cape Town Convention on aircraft leasing.
6. Which Indian state launched the 'School Chale Hum' campaign on April 1, 2025?
A) Uttar Pradesh
B) Madhya Pradesh
C) Rajasthan
D) Bihar
✅ Answer: B) Madhya Pradesh
💡 Explanation: CM Mohan Yadav kicked off this initiative to boost school enrollments and ensure timely distribution of educational materials.
7. What is the name of the global sailing expedition by INSV Tarini in 2024–25?
A) Samudra Yatra Expedition
B) Ocean Warriors Mission
C) Navika Sagar Parikrama II
D) Varuna Voyage
✅ Answer: C) Navika Sagar Parikrama II
💡 Explanation: INSV Tarini’s voyage aims to promote women in naval missions and showcase India’s maritime strength, covering 23,400 nautical miles.
8. Which gemstone inspired the name of the gin brand "Bombay Sapphire"?
A) Star of India
B) Star of Bombay
C) Koh-i-Noor
D) Blue Moon
✅ Answer: B) Star of Bombay
💡 Explanation: The famous gin brand derives its name from the Star of Bombay, a violet-blue sapphire housed at the Smithsonian.
9. Who portrayed Bathsheba Everdene in the 1967 film Far from the Madding Crowd?
A) Audrey Hepburn
B) Julie Andrews
C) Julie Christie
D) Vanessa Redgrave
✅ Answer: C) Julie Christie
💡 Explanation: Julie Christie played the lead in this adaptation of Thomas Hardy’s novel, earning critical acclaim for her role.
10. Which singer had a 1985 hit with the song Dress You Up?
A) Madonna
B) Cyndi Lauper
C) Whitney Houston
D) Janet Jackson
✅ Answer: A) Madonna
💡 Explanation: Dress You Up was part of Madonna’s hit album Like a Virgin and became one of her chart-topping singles in 1985.
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