Daily Current Affairs Quiz: June 09, 2025

June 9, 2025

World Brain Tumour Day is celebrated on June 8 is associated with which of the following Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

(A) SDG 2 – Zero Hunger
(B) SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being
(C) SDG 4 – Quality Education
(D) SDG 5 – Gender Equality

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Answer: b

Observed annually on 8 June.
Aim : to raise awareness about brain tumours, promote early diagnosis, and advocate for increased research.
Origin: Started in 2000 by the German Brain Tumour Association.
Link to SDG 3: Emphasises universal health coverage and research for non-communicable diseases.

Consider the following statements regarding World Oceans Day:
1. It was first recognised by the UN in 2008.
2. Oceans cover more than half of the Earth’s surface and contribute to over half the atmospheric oxygen.
3. The 2025 theme was “Protecting Marine Biodiversity for the Future.”
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) 1, 2 and 3

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Answer: a)

Celebrated annually on 8 June.

Theme : “Wonder: Sustaining What Sustains Us”
Aim : to mobilise action against ocean pollution and protect marine ecosystems.
Established: By the UN in 2008 to recognise oceans’ critical role.
Coverage: Oceans cover 71% of Earth and produce over 50% of atmospheric oxygen.
Link to SDG 14: Promotes conservation and sustainable use of marine resources.

With reference to the International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS), consider the following statements:
1. It is headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands.
2. India has been a member of IIAS since its inception in 1930.
3. India was elected to the presidency of IIAS for the first time for the 2025–2028 term.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 3 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) 2 and 3 only

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Answer: b

Current Context: India was elected to the Presidency of the International Institute of Administrative Sciences for the 2025–2028 term, with Mr V. Srinivas, Secretary of the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances, winning 61.7 percent of the votes at the Extraordinary General Assembly in Brussels.

About IIAS:

Founded: 1930 as an independent international association for the scientific study of public administration.
Headquarters: Brussels, Kingdom of Belgium.
Mandate: Advances research and best practices in public administration; collaborates with the United Nations Committee of Experts on Public Administration.
Membership: 31 Member States; 20 National Sections; 15 Academic Research Centres.
Key Members: India, Japan, People’s Republic of China, Germany, Italy, Republic of Korea, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Spain, Qatar.
India’s Role: Member since 1998 via Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG).
First time India will hold the IIAS Presidency in its nearly 100-year history.

Consider the following statements regarding the Rafale Fuselage Partnership:
1. India will be the first country outside France to produce Rafale fuselage components.
2. The facility will be located in Pune, Maharashtra.
3. The project aligns with the 'Make in India' and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiatives.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(A) 1 and 3 only
(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1, 2 and 3
(D) 1 only

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Answer: a)

Current Context: Recently, Dassault Aviation and Tata Advanced Systems (TASL) signed an MoU to begin Rafale fuselage production in Hyderabad—making India the first country outside France to manufacture this critical aircraft component.

ABOUT:

Fuselage Role: Central body housing cockpit, fuel, avionics, and payload.
Production: Starts FY 2028 at TASL Hyderabad, ramping to 2 fuselages/month.
Strategic Fit: Advances Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India in defence.
IAF & Navy: IAF operates 36 Rafales; Indian Navy to induct 26 Marine jets by 2030.

The NAMASTE Scheme’s recently launched Waste Picker Enumeration App supports which of the following Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

(A) SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
(B) SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities
(C) SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
(D) SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation

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Answer: b)

Current Context: On 5 June 2025 (World Environment Day), the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment launched the Waste Picker Enumeration App under the NAMASTE scheme to profile and formalize waste pickers nationwide.

ABOUT:

Scheme Launch: 2023–24 as a Central Sector Scheme; expanded June 2024 to include waste pickers.
Objective: Formalise and rehabilitate sewer/septic-tank workers and waste pickers.
App Features: Geo-tagging, demographic profiling, and integration with NSKFDC for benefits.
Implementing Bodies: MoSJE (Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment), MoHUA (Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs), and NSKFDC (National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation).
Link to SDG 11: Supports sustainable cities by dignifying informal waste workers.

The Northern Sea Route, often seen in the news, connects which of the following regions?

(A) Arabian Sea to the Mediterranean Sea
(B) Barents Sea to the Bering Strait
(C) Yellow Sea to the Pacific Ocean
(D) North Sea to the Indian Ocean

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Answer: b

Current Context: India and Norway are set to undertake a joint feasibility study from June 2025 to explore year-round commercial shipping along Russia’s Northern Sea Route, aiming to shorten voyages between Eurasia and Europe and strengthen Arctic cooperation.

ABOUT:

Route : Runs 13,000 km from the Barents Sea (near Norway) to the Bering Strait, traversing the Arctic coast of Russia.
Significance:
- Cuts Europe–Asia shipping times by 10–14 days versus the Suez Canal (~21,000 km).
- Opens access to five Arctic ports: Sabetta, Dudinka, Khatanga, Tiksi, and Pevek.
Operational Challenges:
- Seasonal ice cover requires ice-class vessels and icebreaker support.
- Environmental sensitivities demand stringent Arctic environmental safeguards.

Strategic Implications:

Enhances India–Russia and India–Norway maritime ties.
Supports India’s Sagarmala vision for alternative maritime corridors.

With reference to the Kulsi River Hydropower Project, consider the following statements:
1. It is a joint initiative between the governments of Assam and Meghalaya.
2. The Kulsi River is a south-bank tributary of the Brahmaputra.
3. It is one of the last habitats of the endangered Irrawaddy dolphin.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) 1, 2 and 3

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Answer: a)

Current Context: Recently, the State Governments of Assam and Meghalaya agreed to build a 55 megawatt run-of-river hydropower project on the Kulsi River—one of the last habitats of the endangered Gangetic dolphin—to boost renewable energy and inter-state cooperation.

About River :

South-bank tributary of the Brahmaputra, formed by Khri, Krishniya, and Umsiri rivers originating from the West Khasi Hills.
Length: ~220 km (100 km in Meghalaya, 120 km in Assam); Drainage Area: 3,770 km².
Ecology: One of Assam’s last refuges for the endangered Gangetic dolphin (Platanista gangetica).

Project Highlights:

Capacity: 55 MW run-of-river scheme.
Joint Management: Facilitated by respective State governments under a MoU.

According to the World Wealth Report 2025, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. India has over 370,000 millionaires with a combined wealth exceeding US $1.5 trillion.
2. Alternative investments now account for over one-third of high-net-worth individual portfolios globally.
3. The report is published by the Capgemini Research Institute.
Select the correct answer using the code below:

(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 1 and 3 only
(C) 2 and 3 only
(D) 1, 2 and 3

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Answer: b)

Current Context: The Capgemini Research Institute released its World Wealth Report 2025 in June, reporting that India’s high-net-worth individual wealth rose by 8.8 percent in 2024—bringing the number of millionaires in India to 378,810 with combined investable assets of US $1.5 trillion.

Relevant Data:

Report Coverage:
- 71 countries, representing over 98 percent of Global Gross National Income (GNI) and 99 percent of global stock-market capitalisation.
Global Trends:
- Population of high-net-worth individuals grew by 2.6 percent in 2024.
- Ultra-high-net-worth individuals (those with investable assets of US $30 million or more) increased by 6.2 percent.
- Alternative investments (private equity, cryptocurrencies) now constitute 15 percent of high-net-worth individual portfolios.
India Highlights:
- High-Net-Worth Individual (HNWI) Wealth Growth:8% in 2024.
- Number of millionaires next door (investable assets US $1 million–US $5 million): 333,340 individuals holding US $628.93 billion.
- Number of ultra-high-net-worth individuals (investable assets of US $30 million or more): 4,290 individuals with combined assets of US $534.77 billion.

Which of the following pairs is correctly matched with respect to Asian Athletics Championship 2025 (Gumi, Korea)?
Event - Indian Medal Winner
Men's Javelin Throw - Sachin Yadav
2. Women's 400m - Parul Chaudhary
3. Mixed 4×400m Relay - l

(A) Only 1
(B) 1 and 2 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) All three

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Answer: a

Current Context: India’s athletes claimed 24 medals (8 gold, 10 silver, 6 bronze) to finish second in the overall standings behind the People’s Republic of China in Asian Athletic Championship.

ABOUT:

Host and Venue: Gumi Civic Stadium, Gumi, Republic of Korea.

Participation: Over 60 Indian athletes in 30 events (15 men’s, 14 women’s, 1 mixed).
Medal Tally:
Gold Medals (8): Men’s 10,000 metres, Men’s 5,000 metres, Mixed 4×400 metres relay, Men’s 3,000 metres steeplechase, Women’s 100 metres hurdles, and three more individual/event golds.
Silver Medals (10): Included women’s 4×100 metres relay, women’s 400 metres (Rupal Chaudhary), men’s javelin throw (Sachin Yadav), steeplechase (Parul Chaudhary), and relay teams.
Bronze Medals (6): Included 20 kilometres race walk (Servin Sebastian), sprint and middle-distance events.

Overall Ranking:

First: People’s Republic of China (19 gold, 9 silver, 4 bronze).
Second: India (8 gold, 10 silver, 6 bronze).
Third: Japan (5 gold, 11 silver, 12 bronze).