Current affairs Questions (7th February 2025)
Question 1: Which country has launched a clinical trial for a vaccine targeting the Sudan species of the Ebola virus?
- A) Ghana
- B) Nigeria
- C) Uganda
- D) Kenya
Correct Answer: C)
Explanation: Uganda, in collaboration with the WHO and global partners, initiated the first-ever clinical trial for a vaccine targeting the Sudan species of the Ebola virus. The trial started just four days after the outbreak was confirmed on January 30, 2025.
Question 2: What is the goal of India’s logistics sector by 2030 according to the government’s initiatives?
- A) To reduce logistics costs to single digits of GDP
- B) To enter the top 25 of the World Bank’s Logistics Performance Index (LPI)
- C) To develop a multi-modal transportation network
- D) All of the above
Correct Answer: D) All of the above
Explanation: India aims to strengthen its logistics sector and enter the top 25 of the World Bank’s Logistics Performance Index (LPI) by 2030. Initiatives like PM Gati Shakti and the National Logistics Policy will play a key role in this goal.
Question 3: Which state in India has launched a cannabis farming pilot project to explore the potential benefits of cannabis cultivation?
- A) Himachal Pradesh
- B) Kerala
- C) Uttar Pradesh
- D) Punjab
Correct Answer: A) Himachal Pradesh
Explanation: The Himachal Pradesh government, under Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, approved a pilot project for cannabis farming to explore its medicinal and industrial benefits.
Question 4: Which country has decided to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO), citing differences over the handling of health issues?
- A) Argentina
- B) Brazil
- C) Mexico
- D) Chile
Correct Answer: A) Argentina
Explanation: Argentina, under President Javier Milei’s administration, announced its withdrawal from the WHO, citing deep differences, particularly with the WHO’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Question 5: Which food and delivery giant has undergone a corporate rebranding, changing its name to “Eternal”?
- A) Zomato
- B) Swiggy
- C) Zepto
- D) Uber Eats
Correct Answer: A) Zomato
Explanation: Zomato has rebranded itself as “Eternal” to consolidate its business verticals under one umbrella while retaining the original Zomato brand for food delivery.
Question 6: Which state in India has secured a Rs 2,424 crore loan from the World Bank to strengthen its healthcare system?
- A) Kerala
- B) Tamil Nadu
- C) Andhra Pradesh
- D) Maharashtra
Correct Answer: A) Kerala
Explanation: Kerala has secured a loan of ₹2,424.28 crore from the World Bank to enhance healthcare infrastructure and improve public health through the Kerala Health System Improvement Programme.
Question 7: What percentage of cocoa-growing areas in West and Central Africa is expected to be unsuitable for cultivation by 2050 due to climate change?
- A) 30%
- B) 50%
- C) 60%
- D) 70%
Correct Answer: B) 50%
Explanation: A study revealed that by 2050, nearly 50% of the cocoa-growing areas in West and Central Africa may no longer be suitable for cultivation due to rising temperatures and shifting rainfall patterns, significantly affecting global cocoa production.
Question 8: Which company’s net profit surged by 84% in Q3 FY25, according to its latest financial results?
- A) State Bank of India (SBI)
- B) HDFC Bank
- C) ICICI Bank
- D) Axis Bank
Correct Answer: A) State Bank of India (SBI)
Explanation: State Bank of India (SBI) reported an 84% increase in net profit for Q3 FY25, with strong loan growth and improved asset quality, surpassing market expectations.