1. What is the theme of International Day of Play 2025?

• A. Play for Peace
• B. Choose Play – Everyday
• C. Learning through Play
• D. Empower Play for All

Correct Answer: B. Choose Play – Everyday

Explanation: The theme for the International Day of Play 2025 is “Choose Play – Everyday,” promoting play as essential for children’s development and well-being.

2. Where will India’s first e-waste eco park be developed?

• A. Noida
• B. Gurugram
• C. Holambi Kalan, Delhi
• D. Pune

Correct Answer: C. Holambi Kalan, Delhi

Explanation: Delhi’s Environment Minister announced that India’s first e-waste eco park will be built in Holambi Kalan, North Delhi, under the PPP-DBFOT model.

3. Who recently announced retirement from all forms of Test cricket from India?

• A. Virat Kohli
• B. Piyush Chawla
• C. Ravindra Jadeja
• D. Ajinkya Rahane

Correct Answer: A. Virat Kohli

Explanation: Indian cricketer Virat Kohli recently announced his retirement from Test cricket, joining other notable retirements in 2025.

4. Which country removed Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s image from its banknotes for the first time since 1971?

• A. Pakistan
• B. Nepal
• C. Bangladesh
• D. Sri Lanka

Correct Answer: C. Bangladesh

Explanation: Bangladesh has removed Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s image from banknotes under a new interim government led by Muhammad Yunus, focusing on cultural heritage.

5. What is the dividend paid by SBI to the Government of India for FY25?

• A. ₹6,959.29 crore
• B. ₹9,876.50 crore
• C. ₹8,076.84 crore
• D. ₹7,500.00 crore

Correct Answer: C. ₹8,076.84 crore

Explanation: SBI paid ₹8,076.84 crore as dividend to the Government of India for FY25, reflecting strong financial performance and record profit.

6. Which former president of Zambia passed away recently at age 68?

• A. Kenneth Kaunda
• B. Edgar Lungu
• C. Rupiah Banda
• D. Hakainde Hichilema

Correct Answer: B. Edgar Lungu

Explanation: Edgar Lungu, Zambia’s former president (2015–2021), passed away at the age of 68, marking the end of a significant political chapter.

7. Which bank launched the “Locate IOB” tool to help users find nearby branches and ATMs?

• A. Indian Bank
• B. State Bank of India
• C. Indian Overseas Bank
• D. Canara Bank

Correct Answer: C. Indian Overseas Bank

Explanation: Indian Overseas Bank launched “Locate IOB,” an online tool to help customers find nearest branches, ATMs, and offices with ease.

8. Who won gold in the women’s 10km race at the Austrian Racewalking Championships?

• A. Priyanka Goswami
• B. Bhawna Jat
• C. Seema Punia
• D. Hima Das

Correct Answer: A. Priyanka Goswami

Explanation: Priyanka Goswami secured gold in the 10km racewalk at the Austrian Championships with a time of 47:54.

9. Which organization transferred the technologies of nine defence systems to 10 industries?

• A. ISRO
• B. HAL
• C. DRDO
• D. BEML

Correct Answer: C. DRDO

Explanation: DRDO’s Vehicle Research and Development Establishment (VRDE) transferred nine defence technologies, including anti-terrorist and riot control vehicles, to Indian industries.

10. What is the World Bank’s projected GDP growth rate for India in FY26?

• A. 6.5%
• B. 6.7%
• C. 6.3%
• D. 6.1%

Correct Answer: C. 6.3%

Explanation: The World Bank retained India’s GDP growth forecast for FY26 at 6.3%, citing global trade tensions and policy uncertainty as key challenges.