Current affairs questions of 20th August 2025
Current affairs are crucial for exam preparation as they cover the most recent developments in politics, economics, and global events. Questions related to current affairs help you assess your awareness of the world around you. Staying updated with daily news ensures you are well-prepared for competitive exams, where such topics are frequently tested. By focusing on key events from 20th August 2025, you can boost your general knowledge, improve your exam performance, and stay ahead of the curve.
1. Which scheme did the government launch to create 3.5 crore jobs between August 2025 and July 2027?
- A) Pradhan Mantri Rozgar Yojana
- B) Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana
- C) Atmanirbhar Bharat Rozgar Yojana
- D) Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Rozgar Yojana
Correct Answer: B) Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana
Explanation: The government launched the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PMVBRY) portal to generate 3.5 crore jobs from 1st August 2025, to 31st July 2027.
2. Which project, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aims to ease congestion on Delhi’s Inner and Outer Ring Roads?
- A) Dwarka Expressway
- B) Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II)
- C) Delhi-Mumbai Expressway
- D) Noida-Greater Noida Expressway
Correct Answer: B) Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II)
Explanation: The Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II) project was inaugurated to ease congestion on key choke points like Mukarba Chowk and Dhaula Kuan in Delhi.
3. What initiative has Bank of Baroda introduced for NRIs and global payments?
- A) UPI Global Services
- B) bob इ Pay with International UPI Services
- C) bob Global Remit
- D) bob UPI for NRIs
Correct Answer: B) bob इ Pay with International UPI Services
Explanation: Bank of Baroda introduced bob इ Pay with International UPI Services to enhance secure, real-time cross-border payments for NRIs and residents.
4. Who became the first Indian firm to receive an SCA license for investment and portfolio management in the UAE?
- A) ICICI Bank
- B) HDFC Bank
- C) Kotak Mahindra International
- D) Axis Bank
Correct Answer: C) Kotak Mahindra International
Explanation: Kotak Mahindra (International) became the first Indian firm to obtain a Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) license for investment and portfolio management in the UAE.
5. Who was elected as the President of the Advertising Agencies Association of India (AAAI) for 2025–26?
- A) Prasanth Kumar
- B) Srinivasan K Swamy
- C) Harish Agarwal
- D) Rajeev Bansal
Correct Answer: B) Srinivasan K Swamy
Explanation: Srinivasan K Swamy was elected as the President of the AAAI for 2025–26, marking his fourth term in this role.
6. What is the mascot for the 12th Men’s Asia Cup Hockey 2025?
- A) Tiger
- B) Chand
- C) Shakti
- D) Vishal
Correct Answer: B) Chand
Explanation: The mascot for the 12th Men’s Asia Cup Hockey 2025 is “Chand”, inspired by Major Dhyan Chand and the tiger of Valmiki Tiger Reserve.
7. Which day is observed as World Humanitarian Day annually?
- A) 19th August
- B) 20th August
- C) 1st September
- D) 5th October
Correct Answer: A) 19th August
Explanation: World Humanitarian Day is observed annually on 19th August to honor aid workers who risk their lives in humanitarian service.
8. Which day is celebrated as World Photography Day annually?
- A) 18th August
- B) 19th August
- C) 20th August
- D) 21st August
Correct Answer: B) 19th August
Explanation: World Photography Day is celebrated on 19th August to honor the art, craft, and science of photography and recognize its role in documenting moments.