Current affairs questions (10th February 2025) 🌍🗓️
Question 1:
What is the new deadline for the operations of the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK) following the recent Cabinet decision?
- a) 31st March 2026
- b) 31st March 2025
- c) 31st March 2027
- d) 31st March 2028
Correct Answer: b) 31st March 2025
Explanation: The Union Cabinet approved the extension of the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK) until 31st March 2025, ensuring the continuation of its operations.
Question 2:
Who is the co-chairing of the “Summit for Action on Artificial Intelligence” in Paris?
- a) French President Emmanuel Macron
- b) UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak
- c) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- d) US President Joe Biden
Correct Answer: c) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is co-chairing the “Summit for Action on Artificial Intelligence” in Paris alongside French President Emmanuel Macron, bringing global leaders together to discuss AI’s future.
Question 3:
Which country has India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with for implementing Quick Impact Projects (QIPs)?
- a) Sri Lanka
- b) Nepal
- c) Nicaragua
- d) Bangladesh
Correct Answer: c) Nicaragua
Explanation: India and Nicaragua have signed an MoU to implement Quick Impact Projects (QIPs), aiming to improve infrastructure in Nicaragua and directly benefit local communities.
Question 4:
Which Indian cricketer became the second-highest six-hitter in ODI history?
- a) Virat Kohli
- b) Yuvraj Singh
- c) Rohit Sharma
- d) MS Dhoni
Correct Answer: c) Rohit Sharma
Explanation: Rohit Sharma became the second-highest six-hitter in ODI history after his performance against England, surpassing Chris Gayle.
Question 5:
Which Indian state is hosting the world’s largest Jhumur dance performance?
- a) West Bengal
- b) Assam
- c) Bihar
- d) Uttar Pradesh
Correct Answer: b) Assam
Explanation: Assam is preparing to host the world’s largest Jhumur dance performance on February 24, 2025, as part of the Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment Summit, aiming to set a Guinness World Record.
Question 6:
Which country is conducting a joint military exercise ‘Cyclone 2025’ with India?
- a) Pakistan
- b) China
- c) Egypt
- d) Russia
Correct Answer: c) Egypt
Explanation: India and Egypt are conducting the joint military exercise ‘Cyclone 2025’ in Rajasthan to strengthen defense ties and improve interoperability of their special forces.
Question 7:
Which film won the prestigious NETPAC Award at the International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) 2025?
- a) The Lunchbox
- b) Bad Girl
- c) Gully Boy
- d) Piku
Correct Answer: b) Bad Girl
Explanation: Varsha Bharath’s directorial debut, “Bad Girl,” won the NETPAC Award at the IFFR 2025, recognizing its bold themes and critical acclaim.