🔥 22 September 2025 – Top Current Affairs MCQs | Daily GK for Competitive Exams | #179

 Introductory Snapshot – 22 September 2025

1. Launch of “GST Reform Awareness Campaign” in Uttar Pradesh: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has kicked off a campaign (22-29 Sep) to inform traders and citizens about the new GST reforms. The drive also emphasises promoting Swadeshi (locally made) products during the upcoming festive season. 

2. India-US Trade Negotiations: India’s Commerce & Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is headed to Washington on 22 September to further stalled trade agreement talks with the U.S., especially to address tariff/dispute issues and strengthen bilateral trade ties. 

3. Massive Urban Development in Bihar: The Bihar Chief Minister is set to launch about 1,300 urban development projects across the state to improve infrastructure, amenities and urban services.

4. No Car Day in Indore: Continuing its efforts for greener mobility, Indore will observe “No Car Day” for the third consecutive year, promoting public transport, cycling, walking, and reducing vehicular pollution in specific zones. 

5. Cultural & Sports Event in Mysuru: The Dasara CM Cup Sports Meet 2025 begins in Mysuru from 22 to 25 September. The event features over 3,200 athletes across 26 sports and includes more traditional sports and digital coordination via a dedicated portal. 

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Daily Current Affairs MCQs – 22 September 2025

1. What is the primary goal of the GST Reform Awareness Campaign launched in UP from 22-29 September?
   A) Increase GST rates for luxury goods
   B) Educate traders & citizens about GST reforms and promote Swadeshi goods
   C) Remove GST on all essential items
   D) Privatize state tax collection agencies
   Answer: B
   Explanation: The campaign is to inform people about the new GST reforms and also encourage buying and using locally made (Swadeshi) products during the festive season. 

2. Which minister is scheduled to visit the U.S. on 22 September for trade-related discussions?
   A) Finance Minister
   B) External Affairs Minister
   C) Commerce & Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal
   D) Home Minister
   Answer: C
   Explanation: Piyush Goyal is going to Washington to continue talks on a trade agreement between India and the U.S.

3. How many urban development projects is Bihar set to inaugurate on 22 September?
   A) 500
   B) 800
   C) 1,300
   D) 2,000
   Answer: C
   Explanation: Bihar CM is launching 1,300 projects across the state as part of urban infrastructure and service improvements.

4. What special environmental observance is Indore conducting on 22 September?
   A) Tree Plantation Day
   B) No Car Day
   C) Water Conservation Day
   D) Clean Air Week
   Answer: B
   Explanation: Indore will observe “No Car Day” to reduce pollution, encourage non-motorized transport or public transport in certain zones. 

5. The Dasara CM Cup Sports Meet in Mysuru will run over how many days?
   A) 2 days
   B) 3 days
   C) 4 days
   D) 5 days
   Answer: C
   Explanation: The Sports Meet will be held from 22 to 25 September (4 days) in Mysuru.

6. Which of the following is not a feature of the Dasara CM Cup Sports Meet 2025?
   A) Over 3,200 athletes
   B) Competitions in 26 sports
   C) A dedicated portal for scheduling and results
   D) Only mainstream sports disciplines
   Answer: D
   Explanation: Besides mainstream sports, it includes traditional sports, a digital portal, etc. So “only mainstream sports” is not accurate. 

7. What issue is likely to be part of India-US trade talks during Piyush Goyal’s visit?
   A) Climate change agreement terms
   B) Tariff disputes and trade deal revivals
   C) Military cooperation clauses
   D) Space exploration partnership
   Answer: B
   Explanation: Key agenda items are tariffs imposed by the U.S., resolving trade disagreements, and reviving stalled trade agreements. 

8. Which city has been consistent in observing “No Car Day” for three consecutive years?
   A) Indore
   B) Bhopal
   C) Jaipur
   D) Ahmedabad
   Answer: A
   Explanation: Indore is the city observing “No Car Day” for the third year in a row.

9. Which statement is false regarding events on 22 September 2025?
   A) Bihar is launching 1,300 urban projects.
   B) GST Reform Awareness Campaign begins in UP.
   C) Indore will host a major export expo on that day.
   D) Piyush Goyal travels to U.S. for trade deal talks.
   Answer: C
   Explanation: There is no news about Indore hosting a major export expo; the news relates to “No Car Day,” etc. So option C is false.

10. What is the broader significance of the GST Reform Awareness Campaign in UP?
    A) It aims to increase GST revenue by imposing new taxes.
    B) It is designed to build trust, reduce compliance burden, and encourage local manufacturing during the festive season.
    C) It will phase out GST for small businesses.
    D) It is exclusively for large industries to restructure supply chains.
    Answer: B
    Explanation: The campaign seeks to explain the benefits of the GST reforms (simplification, cost reduction, etc.), encourage Swadeshi products, and smooth transition and compliance especially among traders and shopkeepers.