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Daily Current Affairs
26 & 27 May, 2025
Q1. Which city hosted the launch of the Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) 2.0 in May 2025?
- A) Mumbai
- B) Bengaluru
- C) New Delhi
- D) Hyderabad
- E) Chennai
Answer: C) New Delhi
Explanation: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj launched the Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) 2.0 during a national-level writeshop held on May 26–27, 2025, in New Delhi. The upgraded index aims to enhance data-driven governance at the Gram Panchayat level.
Q2. In May 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated development projects worth approximately â‚ą24,000 crore in which city?
- A) Surat
- B) Vadodara
- C) Dahod
- D) Rajkot
- E) Ahmedabad
Answer: C) Dahod
Explanation: On May 26, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated multiple development projects worth around â‚ą24,000 crore in Dahod, Gujarat, including the launch of India’s first 9000 HP electric locomotive.
Q3. How much surplus did the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approve to transfer to the Government of India for FY 2024-25?
- A) â‚ą1.5 trillion
- B) â‚ą2.11 trillion
- C) â‚ą2.69 trillion
- D) â‚ą3.0 trillion
- E) â‚ą2.5 trillion
Answer: C) â‚ą2.69 trillion
Explanation: In May 2025, the RBI approved a record surplus transfer of â‚ą2.69 trillion to the Government of India for the financial year 2024-25, primarily driven by strong earnings from foreign exchange operations.
Q4. Which bank partnered with super.money to launch a co-branded RuPay credit card for UPI payments in May 2025?
- A) HDFC Bank
- B) ICICI Bank
- C) Axis Bank
- D) State Bank of India
- E) Kotak Mahindra Bank
Answer: C) Axis Bank
Explanation: In May 2025, Axis Bank collaborated with fintech platform super.money to launch a co-branded RuPay credit card, enabling users to make UPI-based QR code payments with cashback rewards.
Q5. Which state achieved 100% electrification of its railway network as highlighted in May 2025?
- A) Maharashtra
- B) Gujarat
- C) Punjab
- D) Kerala
- E) Tamil Nadu
Answer: B) Gujarat
Explanation: In May 2025, it was announced that Gujarat achieved 100% electrification of its railway network, marking a significant milestone in sustainable transportation.
Q6. Which Indian state topped the medal tally at the inaugural Khelo India Beach Games held in May 2025?
- A) Maharashtra
- B) Haryana
- C) Manipur
- D) Kerala
- E) Tamil Nadu
Answer: C) Manipur
Explanation: Manipur secured the top position in the medal tally at the inaugural Khelo India Beach Games 2025, winning a total of 14 medals, including five golds.
Q7. According to the IMF’s World Economic Outlook released in April 2025, which country did India surpass to become the world’s fourth-largest economy?
- A) Germany
- B) United Kingdom
- C) France
- D) Japan
- E) Canada
Answer: D) Japan
Explanation: As per the IMF’s World Economic Outlook released in April 2025, India surpassed Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy with a GDP of $4.187 trillion.
Q8. What is the projected GDP growth rate for India in FY 2025-26, according to the IMF?
- A) 5.8%
- B) 6.0%
- C) 6.2%
- D) 6.5%
- E) 6.8%
Answer: C) 6.2%
Explanation: The IMF projects India’s GDP growth rate at 6.2% for the fiscal year 2025-26, maintaining its position as the fastest-growing major economy.
Q9. Which system was launched by the Union Earth Sciences Minister in May 2025 to enhance weather forecasting?
- A) Bharat Forecast System
- B) India Meteorological Network
- C) National Weather Grid
- D) Monsoon Prediction Model
- E) Climate Analysis Tool
Answer: A) Bharat Forecast System
Explanation: In May 2025, Union Earth Sciences Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh launched the Bharat Forecast System, a new initiative aimed at improving weather forecasting capabilities in India.
Q10. What is ‘Jarosite,’ as mentioned in the context of Mars exploration in May 2025?
- A) A type of Martian rock
- B) A geological clock for Mars
- C) A new space telescope
- D) A Mars rover instrument
- E) A satellite communication system
Answer: B) A geological clock for Mars
Explanation: ‘Jarosite’ is a mineral that serves as a natural geological clock, helping scientists determine the age and history of water presence on Mars.
