Daily Current Affairs MCQ Dt.19.06.2025 for UPSC ,SSC, State PCS and competitive exam.

1. Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Gati Shakti Cargo Terminal inaugurated recently?

1. It is the largest cargo terminal in India.
2. It is located in Uttar Pradesh.
3. It was inaugurated by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. All of the above

Ans: B

Explanation:
The terminal was inaugurated in Manesar, Haryana (not UP), and is India’s largest Gati Shakti Cargo Terminal, improving logistics under PM Gati Shakti. It was inaugurated by Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, not Commerce Minister.

2. What is the purpose of the CROPIC initiative launched by the Ministry of Agriculture?

A. To provide subsidies to organic farmers
B. To set up AI-driven crop monitoring and yield estimation
C. To replace MSP with market-determined pricing
D. To implement blockchain in fertilizer distribution

Ans: B

Explanation:
CROPIC is an AI-based initiative by the Ministry of Agriculture to enable real-time crop monitoring and yield prediction, improving decision-making and disaster response.

3. Which of the following tools was launched under India’s disaster management strategy in June 2025?

1. Integrated Command Room for Emergency Response (ICR-ER)
2. NDEM Lite 2.0
3. Flood Hazard Atlas

A. 1 and 3 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. All of the above
D. 1 only

Ans: C

Explanation:
All three—ICR-ER, NDEM Lite 2.0, and the Flood Hazard Zonation Atlas—were launched by Amit Shah to strengthen emergency response, especially in flood-prone regions.

4. Which report recently highlighted India’s high vulnerability to extreme heat risks?

A. IMD Climate Vulnerability Report
B. IPCC India Heat Index 2025
C. CEEW Extreme Heat Risk Report
D. MoEFCC Climate Atlas

Ans: C

Explanation:
The Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) released a report identifying states like Delhi, Maharashtra, Gujarat, etc., at very high heat risk, post the 2024 record heatwave.

5. What is the main focus of the revised Green India Mission (2021–2030)?

A. River rejuvenation
B. Nuclear energy development
C. Afforestation and climate resilience
D. Urban air quality management

Ans: C

Explanation:
The revised mission focuses on afforestation, enhancing climate resilience, and promoting sustainable land use to meet India’s climate targets under NDCs.

6. With reference to the CEEW report on extreme heat risk in India (2025), consider the following statements:

1. The report uses both daytime and nighttime temperature data for risk assessment.
2. Humidity is a significant factor in determining heat risk.
3. Only urban districts are classified as high-risk.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (a)
Explanation: The report considers both daytime and nighttime temperatures, and humidity is a key factor. The risk is not limited to urban districts alone.

7. The revised Green India Mission (2021–2030) aims to achieve which of the following?

1. Restoration of 10 million hectares of degraded land.
2. Increase forest/tree cover by 5 million hectares.
3. Enhance carbon sink by 2.5 to 3 billion tonnes of CO₂ equivalent by 2030.

Select the correct answer using the code below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (d)
Explanation: All three are explicit targets of the revised Green India Mission.

8. Consider the following statements regarding the discovery of Spartaeus karigiri:

1. It is the first record of the Spartaeus genus in India.
2. The species was discovered in the Western Ghats.
3. It is known for web-invasion hunting and mimicry.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (b)
Explanation: Spartaeus karigiri is the first of its genus in India and is known for mimicry and web-invasion hunting, but it was discovered in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, not specifically the Western Ghats.

9. With reference to the Performance Grading Index (PGI) 2.0, which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched?

1. Prachesta-1: Top grade achieved by Chandigarh
2. Akanshi-3: Lowest grade, Meghalaya
3. Daksh: Achieved by Punjab

Select the correct answer using the code below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (b)
Explanation: Prachesta-1 is the top achieved grade (Chandigarh), Akanshi-3 is the lowest (Meghalaya). Daksh has not been achieved by any state.

10. The 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNCO3), held in 2025, primarily focused on:

(a) Marine conservation and sustainable ocean management
(b) Nuclear disarmament and maritime security
(c) Space technology for ocean monitoring
(d) Deep-sea mining regulations only

Answer: (a)
Explanation: The main focus was marine conservation and sustainable ocean management.

11. Which of the following statements about the International Day Against Unilateral Coercive Measures is/are correct?

1. It is observed on December 4.
2. It was established by the UN General Assembly in 2025.
3. All UN member states voted in favor of its establishment.

Select the correct answer using the code below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (b)
Explanation: The day is observed on December 4 and was established in 2025, but several countries voted against it.

12. Regarding GDP base year revisions in India, which of the following is/are recommended by experts for credibility?

1. Transparent methodologies
2. Third-party reviews
3. Regular updates every 5–10 years

Select the correct answer using the code below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (d)
Explanation: All are recommended for improving credibility and policy utility.

13. The exercise ‘Tiger Claw 2025’ is significant because:

(a) It is the first India–US Special Forces exercise led by the Army
(b) It is the first independent Air Force Special Forces drill between India and the US
(c) It focused solely on naval operations
(d) It was conducted in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Answer: (b)
Explanation: It is the first independent Air Force Special Forces exercise between the two countries.

14. Consider the following statements about Anuradha Thakur:

1. She is the first woman to serve as Secretary in the Department of Economic Affairs.
2. She has served as Director of the Serious Fraud Investigation Office.
3. She was previously Governor of the Reserve Bank of India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (b)
Explanation: Statements 1 and 2 are correct; she was not RBI Governor.

15. Cristiano Ronaldo’s appointment as Global Ambassador for the Esports World Cup 2025 is significant because:

1. It marks the first time a traditional sports icon has led a major global esports event.
2. The event will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
3. The campaign theme is “Rise Above.”

Select the correct answer using the code below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (d)
Explanation: All statements are correct.

16. Which of the following days are correctly matched with their dates?

1. International Day for Countering Hate Speech – June 18
2. Sustainable Gastronomy Day – June 18
3. World Environment Day – June 18

Select the correct answer using the code below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (a)
Explanation: World Environment Day is on June 5.

17. With regard to the Flood Hazard Zonation Atlas of Assam, which of the following is/are true?

1. It uses satellite data for mapping.
2. It is designed to support flood-resilient agriculture.
3. It is a part of the Green India Mission.

Select the correct answer using the code below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (a)
Explanation: The Atlas uses satellite data and supports flood-resilient agriculture, but is not part of the Green India Mission

18. Which of the following best describes the approach of the revised Green India Mission (2021–2030)?

(a) Focus on monoculture plantations
(b) Emphasis on climate-adaptive species and community participation
(c) Exclusive use of imported species
(d) Priority to urban afforestation only

Answer: (b)
Explanation: The revised plan emphasizes climate-adaptive species and participatory approaches.

19. The Performance Grading Index (PGI) 2.0 aligns with which of the following policy frameworks?

(a) National Education Policy 2020
(b) National Forest Policy 1988
(c) National Health Policy 2017
(d) National Skill Development Policy 2015

Answer: (a)
Explanation: PGI 2.0 is aligned with NEP 2020.

20. Which of the following statements about the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNCO3) is/are correct?

1. It adopted a Call for Action to accelerate SDG 14 targets.
2. It was hosted by Japan.
3. It focused on blue carbon ecosystems.

Select the correct answer using the code below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (b)
Explanation: The conference was hosted by France (Nice), not Japan.

21. The CEEW report on extreme heat risk highlights which of the following as a rising concern?

(a) Decline in winter rainfall
(b) Increase in very warm nights
(c) Reduction in urban heat islands
(d) Decrease in humidity levels

Answer: (b)
Explanation: The report notes the increase in very warm nights as a major concern.

12. Which of the following is NOT a feature of NDEM Lite 2.0?

(a) Real-time disaster mapping
(b) Mobile-friendly interface
(c) Agricultural subsidy calculation
(d) Coordination tools for ground teams

Answer: (c)
Explanation: NDEM Lite 2.0 is not related to agricultural subsidies.

23. The Green India Mission’s revised plan places special emphasis on:

(a) Restoration of wetlands and mangroves
(b) Expansion of mining areas
(c) Privatization of forest land
(d) Exclusive focus on urban parks

Answer: (a)
Explanation: Wetlands and mangroves are key focus areas.

24. The International Day for Countering Hate Speech aims to:

(a) Promote dialogue and tolerance
(b) Restrict freedom of expression
(c) Encourage hate speech for awareness
(d) Celebrate cultural homogeneity

Answer: (a)
Explanation: The day promotes dialogue, tolerance, and respect for diversity.

25. The launch of ICR-ER, NDEM Lite 2.0, and Flood Hazard Zonation Atlas collectively represents:

(a) India’s shift to post-disaster relief only
(b) Integration of technology for proactive disaster management
(c) Abandonment of satellite data for disaster planning
(d) Privatization of disaster response agencies

Answer: (b)
Explanation: These initiatives integrate technology for proactive and coordinated disaster management