Current affairs questions of 9th May 2025
Current affairs play a crucial role in competitive exams as they test a candidate’s awareness of the world around them. Questions from recent events, like those from May 2025, help you assess analytical thinking, decision-making, and the ability to connect news with subjects like politics, economics, and international relations. Staying updated not only boosts exam scores but also builds a strong foundation for interviews and group discussions.
1. Who has been appointed as the Managing Director of the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC)?
- a. Sanjay Joshi
- b. Saugata Gupta
- c. Prakash Magdum
- d. Sanjay Khanna
Correct Answer: c. Prakash Magdum
Explanation: Prakash Magdum, a 1999 batch Indian Information Service officer, has taken charge as MD of NFDC.
2. What was the theme of the 58th ADB Board of Governors meeting held in Milan, Italy?
- a. Uniting Asia Through Trade
- b. Building the Future Together
- c. Sharing Experience, Building Tomorrow
- d. Economic Resilience in Asia
Correct Answer: c. Sharing Experience, Building Tomorrow
Explanation: The 58th ADB meeting held in Milan had the theme “Sharing Experience, Building Tomorrow.”
3. Who inaugurated the 22nd edition of Bharat Telecom 2025?
- a. Ashwini Vaishnaw
- b. Jyotiraditya Scindia
- c. Dharmendra Pradhan
- d. Rajeev Chandrasekhar
Correct Answer: b. Jyotiraditya Scindia
Explanation: The Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia inaugurated the 22nd edition of Bharat Telecom 2025 in New Delhi.
4. What is the anticipated total investment in Chhattisgarh’s AI-based data park?
- a. ₹1,000 crore
- b. ₹1,500 crore
- c. ₹2,000 crore
- d. ₹2,500 crore
Correct Answer: c. ₹2,000 crore
Explanation: The AI-based data park in Nava Raipur expects a total investment of around ₹2,000 crore.
5. What will be the total student capacity after the expansion of five IITs?
- a. 11,000
- b. 12,500
- c. 13,687
- d. 14,300
Correct Answer: c. 13,687
Explanation: The expansion will increase the total student capacity from 7,111 to 13,687.
6. What is the theme of World Thalassaemia Day 2025?
- a. One World, One Goal: Thalassaemia Free
- b. Together for Thalassaemia: Uniting Communities, Prioritizing Patients
- c. End Thalassaemia Now
- d. Stronger Together for Blood Health
Correct Answer: b. Together for Thalassaemia: Uniting Communities, Prioritizing Patients
Explanation: This is the official theme for World Thalassaemia Day observed on 8 May 2025.