Daily GK Quiz 24th August 2025

Current Affairs Quiz 24th August 2025

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1. The Union Government has formed two high-powered committees chaired by Rajiv Gauba. Which of the following correctly explains their purpose and coordination structure?

One panel focuses on Viksit Bharat goals and the other on non-financial regulatory reforms; they align with ministerial groups chaired by Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh, and coordinate with a state-level deregulation panel led by TVS Swaminathan. Both panels deal with financial-sector regulation only, reporting to the Finance Minister. Both panels focus on cooperative federalism under NITI Aayog. One panel covers defence reforms, the other social sector schemes, and both are state-led.

2. Kerala has been declared India’s first fully digitally literate state. Which fact is correct?

2.187 lakh people trained; infrastructure-driven approach. 27.18 lakh people trained; focused on start-up incubation. 18.27 lakh people trained; focused on fintech adoption. 21.87 lakh people trained; grassroots, inclusive approach enabling digital democracy and e-governance.

3. Why is Sergio Gor’s nomination by President Donald Trump significant?

He has been appointed only as Ambassador to India, a routine post already filled in 2025. He has been named Special Envoy for Indo-Pacific, while the ambassador’s post remains occupied. He has been appointed simultaneously as US Ambassador to India and Special Envoy for South and Central Asia—an unprecedented dual role, while the ambassador’s post had been vacant since January 2025. He was appointed Deputy National Security Advisor instead.

4. At the 23rd General Conference of AIBD, India was elected as Chairman of the Executive Board. Which is correct?

Founded in 1997, AIBD has 9 member organisations from 5 countries. India last chaired in 2016; AIBD was founded in 1977 under UNESCO and has over 92 members from 45 countries. AIBD was formed in 2007 as a private consortium of 120 members from 60 countries. India has never chaired AIBD before.

5. Which detail about SEMICON India 2025 is correct?

5th edition; October 12, 2025; Pragati Maidan; theme “Chips for All.” 4th edition; September 2, 2025; Mumbai; theme “Fab Futures Only.” 3rd edition; August 15, 2025; Bengaluru; theme “AI for Bharat.” 4th edition; September 2, 2025; Yashobhoomi, New Delhi; theme “Building the Next Semiconductor Powerhouse.”

6. India’s projected interest payments on government debt in FY26 amount to:

₹7.26 trillion, due to reduced borrowings post-pandemic. ₹12.76 trillion, largely because of repayments on costly pandemic-era borrowings, despite lower yields since FY24. ₹10.76 trillion, driven mainly by rupee appreciation. ₹15.76 trillion, explained by higher GST collections.

7. Who has been re-elected as President of AAAI for 2025–26, and what is true about AAAI?

Sam Balsara; founded 2005. Jaideep Gandhi; marks 50th anniversary this year. Srinivasan K Swamy; founded 1945, currently celebrating its 80th anniversary; this is his fourth term. Anupriya Acharya; created in 1991 as a government regulator.

8. Which official has joined the RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) as an ex officio member in 2025, and whom did he replace?

Indranil Bhattacharyya; replaced Rajiv Ranjan ahead of the October 2025 policy meeting. Rajiv Ranjan; replaced Indranil Bhattacharyya. Michael Patra; replaced Shaktikanta Das. Ashima Goyal; replaced Jayanth Varma.

9. India’s collaboration with France’s Safran in defence manufacturing is aimed at:

Developing a 95 kN engine with a 2-year timeline and private funding. Developing a 110 kN engine for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), backed by DRDO, approved by CCS, with a ~10-year horizon under a ₹15,000-crore plan. Developing a 130 kN engine abroad with no Indian role. Developing an 85 kN engine with 20-year horizon and state-only funds.

10. Which of the following recent government initiatives best illustrates India’s focus on long-term self-reliance and “Viksit Bharat” vision across different sectors?

Formation of Rajiv Gauba–led panels for next-generation reforms, Kerala achieving full digital literacy, and India–Safran partnership for advanced jet engines. India’s re-election as AAAI President, RBI’s MPC appointment, and India’s rising interest bill. Appointment of Sergio Gor as US Ambassador, SEMICON India 2025 inauguration, and India’s role in AIBD leadership. Only the fiscal debt management measures announced in FY26.

Daily GK Quiz 24th August 2025

Current Affairs Quiz 24th August 2025

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