Welcome to today's edition of the Daily Quiz! These questions are designed to test and expand your knowledge of current events, general studies, and important facts relevant for competitive exams. Use the explanations provided to deepen your understanding of each topic.
1. Who won the 2025 Madrid Open Men’s Singles title?
A) Rafael Nadal
B) Carlos Alcaraz
C) Jannik Sinner
D) Daniil Medvedev
Answer: C) Jannik Sinner
Explanation: Jannik Sinner won the 2025 Madrid Open, showcasing excellent form throughout the tournament. This win adds to his impressive 2025 season.
2. Which day is observed as International Nurses Day?
A) 10 May
B) 12 May
C) 14 May
D) 15 May
Answer: B) 12 May
Explanation: International Nurses Day is celebrated every year on May 12 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing.
3. What is the theme of International Nurses Day 2025?
A) Nurses: A Voice to Lead
B) Our Nurses. Our Future.
C) Caring with Courage
D) Safe Staffing Saves Lives
Answer: B) Our Nurses. Our Future.
Explanation: The theme for 2025 highlights the importance of nurses in shaping the future of healthcare and ensuring resilient systems post-pandemic.
4. Who is the current Chairperson of SEBI as of May 2025?
A) Ajay Tyagi
B) N. S. Vishwanathan
C) Madhabi Puri Buch
D) Ramesh Chauhan
Answer: C) Madhabi Puri Buch
Explanation: Madhabi Puri Buch continues to serve as SEBI Chairperson. She is the first woman to head the Securities and Exchange Board of India.
5. Which country has become the latest to join the BRICS group in 2025?
A) Saudi Arabia
B) Argentina
C) Indonesia
D) Nigeria
Answer: A) Saudi Arabia
Explanation: Saudi Arabia officially joined BRICS in 2025, marking an expansion of the group’s global economic influence.
6. Which Indian state recently launched the 'Jal Sampatti Yojana' for water conservation?
A) Rajasthan
B) Maharashtra
C) Madhya Pradesh
D) Gujarat
Answer: C) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation: Madhya Pradesh launched the Jal Sampatti Yojana in May 2025 to address water scarcity and promote sustainable irrigation practices.
7. What is the full form of the AI model “Gemini” launched by Google?
A) General Machine Intelligence
B) Global Enhanced Model of Information & Navigation Interface
C) Google Enhanced Multimodal Intelligent Network Interface
D) It has no official full form
Answer: D) It has no official full form
Explanation: Gemini is the name given by Google to its family of AI models, including multimodal capabilities, but it does not have a publicly defined full form.
8. What is the rank of India in the World Press Freedom Index 2025?
A) 142
B) 150
C) 161
D) 159
Answer: D) 159
Explanation: As per the Reporters Without Borders report in May 2025, India ranks 159th, reflecting concerns over press freedom and media restrictions.
9. Chandrayaan-4, expected to launch in 2026, is focused on which mission objective?
A) Mars exploration
B) Venus atmospheric study
C) Lunar sample return
D) Asteroid deflection
Answer: C) Lunar sample return
Explanation: Chandrayaan-4 is ISRO’s proposed mission to bring back lunar soil and rock samples, following the success of Chandrayaan-3.
10. Who has been appointed as the new Chief Justice of India (CJI) in May 2025?
A) Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud
B) Sanjiv Khanna
C) B.R. Gavai
D) Hima Kohli
Answer: C) B.R. Gavai
Explanation: Justice B.R. Gavai has been appointed as the 51st Chief Justice of India, taking over in May 2025 after Justice D.Y. Chandrachud’s retirement.
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