Here are 10 Daily Current Affairs MCQs for 5 May 2025, complete with answers and explanations. These questions are designed to help aspirants of competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, Banking, Defence (NDA, CDS), Sainik School, and other state-level exams stay updated with the latest events across India and the world.
1. Which country recently launched the world's first commercial fusion power plant project?
A. China
B. United States
C. South Korea
D. Japan
✅ Answer: A. China
Explanation: China has initiated the construction of the world’s first commercial fusion power plant, aiming for completion by 2030. Fusion energy is considered a clean, sustainable source with minimal environmental impact.
2. Who has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) as of May 2025?
A. Ajay Tyagi
B. Madhabi Puri Buch
C. Nithin Kamath
D. Neelam Dhawan
✅ Answer: D. Neelam Dhawan
Explanation: Neelam Dhawan, former MD of HP India and a veteran in the tech industry, has been appointed as SEBI's new Chairperson, becoming the second woman to hold this post after Madhabi Puri Buch.
3. The recently launched “Viksit Yuva Bharat” scheme is aimed at which of the following objectives?
A. Women Empowerment
B. Youth Skill Development
C. Digital India Expansion
D. Agricultural Subsidies
✅ Answer: B. Youth Skill Development
Explanation: The “Viksit Yuva Bharat” scheme focuses on upskilling youth through industry-specific training programs, internships, and entrepreneurship support under the Skill India Mission 2.0.
4. Which Indian state has topped the “State Energy Efficiency Index 2025”?
A. Gujarat
B. Maharashtra
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Karnataka
✅ Answer: A. Gujarat
Explanation: Gujarat secured the top position in the State Energy Efficiency Index 2025 for its initiatives in renewable energy, building codes, and efficient appliance adoption.
5. NASA’s “Dragonfly” mission, scheduled for 2027, recently completed a critical testing phase. What is the mission’s destination?
A. Mars
B. Venus
C. Titan (moon of Saturn)
D. Europa (moon of Jupiter)
✅ Answer: C. Titan (moon of Saturn)
Explanation: The “Dragonfly” drone mission is destined for Titan, Saturn’s largest moon. It will explore prebiotic chemistry and habitability potential using aerial mobility.
6. What is India’s rank in the “World Press Freedom Index 2025” published by Reporters Without Borders?
A. 125
B. 159
C. 141
D. 108
✅ Answer: C. 141
Explanation: India was ranked 141 out of 180 countries in the 2025 World Press Freedom Index, citing concerns over journalist safety and media independence.
7. Which Indian cricketer announced retirement from international cricket on 4 May 2025?
A. Ravindra Jadeja
B. Rohit Sharma
C. KL Rahul
D. R. Ashwin
✅ Answer: B. Rohit Sharma
Explanation: Rohit Sharma, the former Indian captain and opener, announced his retirement from international cricket, marking the end of a prolific career spanning nearly two decades.
8. The new digital currency platform “e-Renminbi” was officially launched by which central bank?
A. Bank of Japan
B. Reserve Bank of India
C. People’s Bank of China
D. Federal Reserve
✅ Answer: C. People’s Bank of China
Explanation: China’s central bank officially launched the “e-Renminbi” for large-scale public use, becoming a global pioneer in central bank digital currency (CBDC) rollout.
9. Who won the Best Director award at the Cannes Film Festival 2025?
A. Martin Scorsese
B. Greta Gerwig
C. Anurag Kashyap
D. Bong Joon-ho
✅ Answer: C. Anurag Kashyap
Explanation: Anurag Kashyap won Best Director for his film “Naya Daur 2050”, which received global praise for its dystopian social commentary.
10. India signed a major defence pact with which country on 4 May 2025 for joint naval exercises and shipbuilding?
A. Australia
B. Russia
C. France
D. Indonesia
✅ Answer: D. Indonesia
Explanation: India and Indonesia signed a defence cooperation pact to jointly develop naval infrastructure and conduct coordinated patrols in the Indo-Pacific region.
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