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Daily Current Affairs
11 June, 2025
1.What is the primary objective of the “SAHAV” portal launched at the UN Ocean Conference?
A) Promote maritime tourism
B) Monitor sea piracy
C) Enable integrated ocean management
D) Support naval defence strategies
E) Track oil spills
Answer: C) Enable integrated ocean management
Explanation: SAHAV is a digital public good launched by India and Norway to aid marine spatial planning and integrated ocean management, supporting SDG 14 (Life Below Water).
2. According to the UNFPA’s State of World Population 2025 report, what is India’s estimated population in 2025?
A) 1.33 billion
B) 1.40 billion
C) 1.46 billion
D) 1.50 billion
E) 1.36 billion
Answer: C) 1.46 billion
Explanation: The UNFPA report stated India’s population in 2025 is approximately 1.46 billion (146.39 crore), making it the most populous country.
3. What is India’s current total fertility rate (TFR) as reported in 2025 by UNFPA?
A) 2.1
B) 1.8
C) 2.3
D) 1.9
E) 2.5
Answer: D) 1.9
Explanation: India’s TFR has declined to 1.9, below the replacement level of 2.1, indicating a demographic shift.
4. What was the RBI’s monetary policy decision in June 2025?
A) Hike repo rate by 25 bps
B) Cut repo rate by 50 bps
C) No change in repo rate
D) Increase reverse repo rate
E) Introduce a liquidity facility
Answer: B) Cut repo rate by 50 bps
Explanation: RBI reduced the repo rate from 6.0% to 5.5% (a 50 basis point cut) and changed its stance to “neutral” to support growth amid low inflation.
5. What was a key concern raised by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman regarding the financial sector in June 2025?
A) High inflation
B) Credit default swaps
C) Unclaimed financial assets
D) Low forex reserves
E) Rise in NPAs
Answer: C) Unclaimed financial assets
Explanation: The FM urged regulators to reduce unclaimed assets like dormant bank accounts, dividends, insurance, and pension claims by simplifying the KYC process.
6. What is SEBI’s new framework for ESG debt securities focused on?
A) Tax benefits
B) Currency hedging
C) Green and sustainability-linked disclosures
D) IPO regulations
E) Interest rate capping
Answer: C) Green and sustainability-linked disclosures
Explanation: SEBI announced an operational framework for ESG bonds mandating third-party verification and standardized disclosures to ensure ethical fund usage.
7. Which port development initiative includes 839 projects under the blue economy push?
A) Jal Marg Vikas
B) Sagarmala
C) Bharatmala
D) Samudra Setu
E) Coastal Connect
Answer: B) Sagarmala
Explanation: The Sagarmala program includes 839 port and coastal development projects to enhance infrastructure and community development under India’s blue economy.
8. What amount has been approved under PMMSY for fisheries development in coastal states in June 2025?
A) ₹100 crore
B) ₹255.3 crore
C) ₹500 crore
D) ₹150 crore
E) ₹75 crore
Answer: B) ₹255.3 crore
Explanation: The government approved ₹255.3 crore under PMMSY (Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana) for modernizing fisheries in seven coastal states/UTs.
9. What is the main goal of the “Clean Plant” scheme launched in Maharashtra?
A) Promote organic fertilizers
B) Combat plant diseases with drones
C) Provide virus-free planting materials
D) Support soil carbon credits
E) Increase ethanol from fruits
Answer: C) Provide virus-free planting materials
Explanation: The Clean Plant scheme aims to set up certified nurseries offering disease-free saplings of grapes, oranges, and pomegranates to boost horticulture.
10. Which fruits are covered under the Clean Plant scheme’s new nurseries?
A) Mango, Banana, Apple
B) Grapes, Oranges, Pomegranates
C) Guava, Pear, Plum
D) Papaya, Watermelon, Lychee
E) Coconut, Cashew, Jackfruit
Answer: B) Grapes, Oranges, Pomegranates
Explanation: The ₹300 crore initiative will set up state-of-the-art nurseries to offer virus-free planting material for grapes, oranges, and pomegranates in Maharashtra.
