In today’s roundup, we focus on major national and international events—from the tragic Air India crash to diplomatic tensions, regional sanitation efforts, and significant government initiatives. These questions reflect the top headlines shaping India and global developments as of 13 June 2025.
- **What major accident occurred near Ahmedabad on 12 June 2025?**A) Train derailmentB) Chemical plant explosionC) Air India Boeing 787 crashD) Ferry sinkingAnswer: C) Air India Boeing 787 crashExplanation: Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, tragically killing over 260 passengers and some on the ground.
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**Which former Chief Minister died in the Air India crash?**A) Vijay RupaniB) Sheila DikshitC) Parkash Singh BadalD) Amrinder SinghAnswer: A) Vijay RupaniExplanation: The crash claimed the life of former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani.
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**Which high-level action did PM Modi take following the crash?**A) Announced national mourningB) Visited the crash site in AhmedabadC) Ordered an international investigationD) Declared compensation for victimsAnswer: B) Visited the crash site in AhmedabadExplanation: Prime Minister Modi visited Ahmedabad to oversee response efforts .
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**What urgent campaign began in Uttar Pradesh on 12 June?**A) Malaria eradicationB) Week‑long drive against child labourC) Clean Ganga initiativeD) Literacy missionAnswer: B) Week‑long drive against child labourExplanation: UP, in collaboration with UNICEF, launched a drive from 12–19 June against child labour.
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**What financial step did the RBI take recently regarding liquidity operations?**A) Increased repo rateB) Launched bond buybackC) Skipped 14‑day liquidity operations for the third consecutive fortnightD) Introduced liquidity windowsAnswer: C) Skipped 14‑day liquidity operations for the third consecutive fortnightExplanation: RBI halted its 14‑day main liquidity operations again, citing evolving conditions ahead of GST outflows.
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**What alert did the IMD issue for Delhi on 13 June?**A) Tourists advisoryB) Heatwave red alertC) Heavy rain warningD) Air quality alertAnswer: B) Heatwave red alertExplanation: IMD issued a red alert for Delhi due to a severe heatwave, with relief only expected post–13 June.
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**Which region was on orange alert as the monsoon gained pace on 13 June?**A) KeralaB) GoaC) OdishaD) West BengalAnswer: B) GoaExplanation: IMD predicted a heavy to very heavy rainfall in Goa, issuing an orange alert for 13 June.
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**What significant military event was in progress?**A) India-EU naval exercise in Indian OceanB) India-China border drillsC) Indo-US air exerciseD) Navy day celebrationsAnswer: A) India-EU naval exercise in Indian OceanExplanation: India and the EU conducted a joint naval exercise from 1–3 June to enhance maritime security.
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**What Israeli action took place on 13 June?**A) Launched aid to GazaB) Conducted strikes on nuclear sites in IranC) Signed peace treaty with JordanD) Carried out prisoner exchangeAnswer: B) Conducted strikes on nuclear sites in IranExplanation: Israel carried out a pre‑emptive strike on Iranian nuclear and military targets early on 13 June.
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**Which teams are competing in the 2025 ICC World Test Championship Final?**A) India vs EnglandB) Australia vs South AfricaC) Pakistan vs New ZealandD) West Indies vs Sri LankaAnswer: B) Australia vs South AfricaExplanation: The WTC Final is underway at Lord’s between Australia and South Africa (11–15 June).
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