Here is your daily current affairs quiz for 6 May 2025, featuring 10 multiple-choice questions with answers and detailed explanations. These questions cover important national and international developments in technology, science, economy, policy, defence, space, and more, making them useful for competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, Railways, Defence Services, and other general knowledge tests.
1. Which Indian state recently launched the ‘Mission Shakti 2.0’ initiative focused on women's safety and empowerment?
A. Maharashtra
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Odisha
D. Madhya Pradesh
✅ Answer: B. Uttar Pradesh
Explanation: Uttar Pradesh government launched ‘Mission Shakti 2.0’ as a comprehensive women’s safety and empowerment program, including skill development, helplines, and women help desks at police stations.
2. Who has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) in May 2025?
A. Ashish Chauhan
B. Madhabi Puri Buch
C. Arvind Panagariya
D. T. Rabi Sankar
✅ Answer: D. T. Rabi Sankar
Explanation: T. Rabi Sankar, the current Deputy Governor of the RBI, has been appointed as the new SEBI Chairman, succeeding Madhabi Puri Buch, whose term ends in May 2025.
3. India recently signed a defence logistics pact with which country to boost military cooperation in the Indo-Pacific?
A. Australia
B. France
C. Philippines
D. Japan
✅ Answer: C. Philippines
Explanation: India and the Philippines signed a defence logistics agreement aimed at enhancing interoperability, maritime security, and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region, amid rising tensions in the South China Sea.
4. Which company launched India’s first commercial quantum computing cloud platform in May 2025?
A. Wipro
B. TCS
C. HCLTech
D. Tech Mahindra
✅ Answer: C. HCLTech
Explanation: HCLTech launched India’s first commercial quantum computing cloud platform, enabling businesses and researchers to access quantum computing resources for complex problem-solving.
5. Which country hosted the World Hydrogen Summit 2025 that began on May 6?
A. Germany
B. Netherlands
C. Japan
D. UAE
✅ Answer: B. Netherlands
Explanation: The World Hydrogen Summit 2025 kicked off in Rotterdam, Netherlands, gathering global leaders to discuss green hydrogen policies, innovation, and collaborations for sustainable energy.
6. The Supreme Court of India recently ruled that which article of the Constitution protects the right to access the internet?
A. Article 14
B. Article 19
C. Article 21
D. Article 32
✅ Answer: C. Article 21
Explanation: The Supreme Court reaffirmed that access to the internet is a fundamental right under Article 21 (Right to Life and Personal Liberty), linking it with education, expression, and digital inclusion.
7. ISRO announced the successful testing of a key component for which upcoming mission?
A. Gaganyaan
B. Aditya-L1
C. Shukrayaan
D. Chandrayaan-4
✅ Answer: A. Gaganyaan
Explanation: ISRO successfully tested the CE-20 cryogenic engine for the human-rated LVM3 rocket, marking a critical step toward India’s first human spaceflight mission — Gaganyaan — scheduled for 2025-26.
8. Who won the 2025 Madrid Open Men’s Singles title held on May 5?
A. Rafael Nadal
B. Carlos Alcaraz
C. Jannik Sinner
D. Daniil Medvedev
✅ Answer: C. Jannik Sinner
Explanation: Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner won the 2025 Madrid Open Men’s Singles title, defeating Daniil Medvedev in straight sets, continuing his strong form this season.
9. Which Indian city has been declared the first “AI-Ready City” under the Ministry of Electronics and IT’s new smart initiative?
A. Bengaluru
B. Hyderabad
C. Pune
D. Ahmedabad
✅ Answer: B. Hyderabad
Explanation: Hyderabad has been declared India’s first "AI-Ready City" under MeitY’s initiative, featuring an AI innovation hub, smart governance systems, and data-driven infrastructure for urban development.
10. Which company overtook Apple to become the world’s most valuable publicly traded company as of May 2025?
A. Microsoft
B. Alphabet
C. NVIDIA
D. Amazon
✅ Answer: C. NVIDIA
Explanation: NVIDIA’s soaring stock valuation, driven by its dominance in AI chips and data center solutions, made it the world’s most valuable publicly traded company, surpassing Apple and Microsoft.
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