*20 June 2025 – Current Affairs with Static GK (Top 15 MCQs)* 1. Which airline has been rated as the safest full-service airline in the year 2025? a. Air New Zealand b. Air India c. Turkish Airlines d. Delta Airlines Answer: a. Air New Zealand Explanation: Air New Zealand was ranked the safest due to its safety records, operational efficiency, and latest aircraft technology. 2. Recently, which state allocated 8% of the state budget to health, the highest in India? a. Meghalaya b. Mizoram c. Sikkim d. Tripura Answer: a. Meghalaya Explanation: Meghalaya allocated the highest percentage (8%) of its state budget to the health sector among Indian states. 3. Recently, which country has tied up with India to launch UPI services? a. Cyprus b. Croatia c. New Zealand d. Japan Answer: a. Cyprus Explanation: Cyprus has partnered with India to adopt UPI and enhance digital payment systems. 4. India's wholesale inflation rate has come down to what level in May 2025? a. 0.39% b. 0.5% c. 1% d. 2% Answer: a. 0.39% Explanation: WPI-based inflation dropped to 0.39% in May 2025, indicating economic moderation. 5. On which date was 'International Picnic Day' celebrated recently? a. 15 June b. 16 June c. 17 June d. 18 June Answer: d. 18 June Explanation: June 18 is celebrated annually as International Picnic Day to encourage quality time with family and friends. 6. Which airline topped the world's lowest-cost airlines in the Skytrax World Airline Awards 2025? a. Indigo b. EVA Air c. Korean Air d. Alaska Airlines Answer: a. Indigo Explanation: Indigo was honored for its affordability, punctuality, and extensive network. 7. Who was the famous Kathak dancer and Padma Vibhushan awardee who died recently at the age of 95? a. Kumudini Lakhia b. Sonal Mansingh c. Shashi Shankar d. None of these Answer: a. Kumudini Lakhia Explanation: Kathak pioneer Kumudini Lakhia, who modernized the dance form, passed away at the age of 95. 8. Recently, in which state has the 'Thalliki Vandanam' scheme been launched to promote education? a. Telangana b. Andhra Pradesh c. Tamil Nadu d. Karnataka Answer: b. Andhra Pradesh Explanation: The Andhra Pradesh government launched this scheme to honor mothers and promote education. 9. Recently, in which state has an 'Industrial Revolution' been initiated to promote industrial development? a. Uttar Pradesh b. Punjab c. Maharashtra d. Gujarat Answer: b. Punjab Explanation: Punjab initiated the Industrial Revolution campaign to support MSMEs and startups. 10. On which date is 'World Sickle Cell Awareness Day' celebrated? a. 18 June b. 19 June c. 20 June d. 21 June Answer: b. 19 June Explanation: This day is observed globally to spread awareness about Sickle Cell Disease. 11. According to the SIPRI report of 2025, how many nuclear weapons does India have as of January 2025? a. 100 b. 150 c. 180 d. 200 Answer: c. 180 Explanation: India has 180 nuclear warheads as per the 2025 SIPRI report, highlighting its defense capabilities. 12. Recently, Alyavathi Langkumer has been appointed as Indian Ambassador to which country? a. North Korea b. South Korea c. China d. Japan Answer: a. North Korea Explanation: Alyavathi Langkumer has been appointed as India’s new Ambassador to North Korea. 13. Where did Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav inaugurate India’s largest Gatishakti cargo terminal recently? a. Manesar b. New Delhi c. Gurugram d. Bhubaneswar Answer: a. Manesar Explanation: The cargo terminal in Manesar, Haryana is key to improving logistics and connectivity. 14. In June 2025, how many years have been completed of the Digital India initiative? a. 10 years b. 11 years c. 12 years d. 15 years Answer: b. 11 years Explanation: Launched on 1 July 2015, the Digital India initiative completes 11 years in June 2025. 15. Who has launched the "Dharti Aaba Janbhagidari Abhiyan" to promote tribal empowerment? a. NITI Aayog b. Ministry of Home Affairs c. Prime Minister's Office d. Ministry of Tribal Affairs Answer: d. Ministry of Tribal Affairs Explanation: This campaign aims to ensure active participation and development of tribal communities. *🤔 Question Of The Day 🤔* Q) Who invented the steam engine? 🅰️ James Watt 🙏 🅱️ Newton 😮 ©️ Edison ❤️ D) Archimedes 👍 👉 Answer with Emojis! 👆🏻👆🏻