📰 Today’s Highlights – 27 June 2025
India’s southwest monsoon is set to cover the entire country more than a week ahead of schedule, boosting prospects for summer-sown crops. The Rajasthan Cricket Association finds itself in turmoil with a prolonged Indian government-appointed committee causing administrative disruptions. Banks across several states will observe a three-day holiday starting today due to Jagannath Rath Yatra. The RBI is managing surplus liquidity via a reverse repo auction, while its government securities holdings have surged to record levels. Additionally, MSME Day is celebrated globally, spotlighting the role of small businesses.
Daily Current Affairs – MCQs (27 June 2025)
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**By how many days is the monsoon forecasted to cover India ahead of schedule?**A) 3–4 daysB) 5–6 daysC) More than a weekD) On scheduleAnswer: C) More than a weekExplanation: IMD expects the monsoon to cover India within 3–4 days, over a week earlier than usual.
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**What percentage rainfall surplus has India received this June so far?**A) 5%B) 9%C) 12%D) NoneAnswer: B) 9%Explanation: June rainfall stands about 9% above average.
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**What internal issue is affecting the Rajasthan Cricket Association?**A) Funding shortageB) Power struggle in ad hoc committeeC) Coach misconductD) Venue disputesAnswer: B) Power struggle in ad hoc committeeExplanation: Committee overrun its tenure; internal rift over suspended district units.
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**How long has the RCA ad hoc committee overstayed its original term?**A) 6 monthsB) 1 yearC) Over a yearD) 3 yearsAnswer: C) Over a yearExplanation: It was formed in March 2024 and has gone more than a year without elections.
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**Starting today, how long will banks remain closed in certain states?**A) One dayB) Two daysC) Three daysD) No holidayAnswer: C) Three daysExplanation: Banks will be closed from June 27–29 for Jagannath Rath Yatra and the weekend.
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**What monetary operation is RBI conducting on 27 June?**A) Repo auctionB) Cash withdrawal limitC) VRRR auctionD) Forex interventionAnswer: C) VRRR auctionExplanation: A 7‑day variable reverse repo of ₹1 trillion is scheduled to absorb excess liquidity.
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**By end‑March 2025, what percentage of government securities did RBI hold?**A) 8.5%B) 10.5%C) 12.78%D) 15%Answer: C) 12.78%Explanation: RBI’s holdings reached ₹14.88 trillion, 12.78% of total outstanding.
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**Why might RBI’s bond holdings ease in coming months?**A) New bond purchasesB) Upcoming maturitiesC) Increased inflationD) Forex reserves boostAnswer: B) Upcoming maturitiesExplanation: Traders expect step‑down as bonds mature over ₹1 trillion.
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**What global observance occurs on 27 June?**A) MSME DayB) World Environment DayC) World Refugee DayD) Yoga DayAnswer: A) MSME DayExplanation: This UN‑designated day highlights micro, small, and medium enterprises.
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**Which sector is celebrated on MSME Day?**A) BankingB) Small & medium businessesC) AgricultureD) TelecomAnswer: B) Small & medium businessesExplanation: Recognizes their vital role in employment and sustainable development.
✅ Summary:
Today’s quiz spans early monsoon arrival, administrative conflict in cricket governance, banking holidays, RBI’s liquidity measures, and global observance of MSME Day.
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