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Daily Current Affairs
17 October, 2025
1. According to the Forest Declaration Assessment 2025, how much global deforestation occurred in 2024?
A. 5.3 million hectares
B. 6.2 million hectares
C. 8.1 million hectares
D. 10.6 million hectares
E. 12.5 million hectares
Answer: C. 8.1 million hectares
Explanation: The Forest Declaration Assessment 2025 reported that global deforestation reached 8.1 million hectares in 2024, indicating the world is 63% off-track to achieve zero deforestation by 2030.
2. Which Indian city has been recommended as the host for the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games?
A. Mumbai
B. Delhi
C. Bengaluru
D. Ahmedabad
E. Hyderabad
Answer: D. Ahmedabad
Explanation: The Commonwealth Sport Executive Board has recommended Ahmedabad, Gujarat, as the proposed host city for the 2030 Commonwealth Games — marking 100 years of the Games first held in 1930.
3. The Su-57 fighter jet, proposed for joint production in India, is manufactured by which Russian company?
A. Mikoyan
B. Sukhoi
C. Ilyushin
D. Tupolev
E. Rostec
Answer: B. Sukhoi
Explanation: The Su-57 is a fifth-generation stealth multirole fighter aircraft developed by Russia’s Sukhoi company. The proposal aims to enhance India’s air combat capabilities under Make-in-India.
4. Which of the following Indian World Heritage Sites was NOT listed under the “Significant Concern” category by IUCN in 2025?
A. Western Ghats
B. Manas National Park
C. Sundarbans National Park
D. Khangchendzonga National Park
E. None of the above
Answer: D. Khangchendzonga National Park
Explanation: The IUCN World Heritage Outlook 2025 placed Western Ghats, Manas, and Sundarbans under “Significant Concern.” Khangchendzonga National Park in Sikkim was rated as “Good.”
5. Under the new RBI reform, Indian banks can now extend Rupee loans to which countries?
A. Nepal, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka
B. Bangladesh, Maldives, and Myanmar
C. Nepal, Bangladesh, and Pakistan
D. Sri Lanka, Bhutan, and Myanmar
E. Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Bhutan
Answer: A. Nepal, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka
Explanation: The RBI amended FEMA regulations to allow Authorised Dealer banks to lend in Indian Rupees to Bhutan, Nepal, and Sri Lanka to strengthen regional trade integration.
6. What is the maximum duration exporters can retain export proceeds in foreign currency accounts in IFSC banks as per the new RBI amendment?
A. 1 month
B. 2 months
C. 3 months
D. 6 months
E. 12 months
Answer: C. 3 months
Explanation: Exporters can now retain export proceeds in foreign currency accounts in IFSC banks for up to 3 months before repatriation, enhancing cash flow and flexibility.
7. GIFT City ranked at which position globally in the Global Financial Centres Index 2025?
A. 40th
B. 43rd
C. 46th
D. 35th
E. 49th
Answer: B. 43rd
Explanation: In GFCI 38 (2025), GIFT City rose from 46th to 43rd globally, showing India’s growing global competitiveness in financial services and FinTech.
8. Which two new insurance plans were launched by LIC in October 2025?
A. Jeevan Shanti and Jeevan Umang
B. Jan Suraksha and Bima Lakshmi
C. Jeevan Labh and Jeevan Tarun
D. Jeevan Amar and Bima Jyoti
E. Arogya Rakshak and Saral Pension
Answer: B. Jan Suraksha and Bima Lakshmi
Explanation: LIC launched Jan Suraksha (for low-income groups) and Bima Lakshmi (for women) on 15 October 2025, promoting financial inclusion and savings benefits.
9. Under the new EPFO reforms, what percentage of Provident Fund can be withdrawn for essential needs?
A. 50%
B. 60%
C. 70%
D. 75%
E. 80%
Answer: D. 75%
Explanation: EPFO members can now withdraw up to 75% of their PF balance for purposes like illness, marriage, housing, or education while retaining 25% for future needs.
10. The government’s new tech-enabled monitoring plan covers how many major farmer-centric schemes?
A. 10
B. 15
C. 21
D. 27
E. 30
Answer: D. 27
Explanation: The Centre will use technology-driven monitoring and quarterly reviews for over 27 major farmer-centric schemes, including PM-KISAN and PMFBY, to ensure transparency and timely benefits.
