Current Affairs MCQs – 9 May 2025

Current Affairs MCQs – 9 May 2025

🇮🇳 National Affairs

1. Which operation was launched by India in response to the Pahalgam attack in April 2025? by Current affair MCQs-9 May 2025
   A. Operation Vijay
   B. Operation Sindoor
   C. Operation Shakti
   D. Operation Rakshak
   Answer: B. Operation Sindoor
   Explanation: Operation Sindoor was India’s counter-terror operation launched in response to the Pahalgam attack, targeting militant groups in Pakistan.

2. Which state government launched the ‘Tejaswi’ programme to build entrepreneurial skills in students?
   A. Madhya Pradesh
   B. Bihar
   C. Jharkhand
   D. Odisha
   Answer: A. Madhya Pradesh
   Explanation: The Madhya Pradesh government initiated the ‘Tejaswi’ programme to foster entrepreneurial skills among students.

3. Which state government launched the ‘Tourism Security Force’, also known as ‘Paryatan Mitra’?

   A. Maharashtra
   B. Gujarat
   C. Uttar Pradesh
   D. Tamil Nadu
   Answer: A. Maharashtra
   Explanation: Maharashtra introduced the ‘Tourism Security Force’ to enhance tourist safety and boost tourism in the state

4. Which Indian state recently conducted a large-scale civil defence drill named ‘Operation Abhyaas’?
   A. Punjab
   B. Delhi
   C. All states and UTs
   D. Jammu & Kashmir
   Answer: C. All states and UTs
   Explanation: In response to rising tensions, India conducted ‘Operation Abhyaas’, a nationwide civil defence drill across 244 districts.

5. Which Indian city hosted the 2025 National Science Congress? by Current Affair MCQs- 9 May 2025
   A. Bengaluru
   B. Hyderabad
   C. New Delhi
   D. Pune
   Answer: B. Hyderabad
   Explanation: Hyderabad hosted the 2025 National Science Congress, focusing on advancements in AI and biotechnology.

🌐 International Affairs

6. Who was elected as the new Pope in May 2025?
   A. Cardinal Robert Sarah
   B. Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle
   C. Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost
   D. Cardinal Pietro Parolin
   Answer: C. Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost
   Explanation: Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected as Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first pope from the United States.

7. Which country recently agreed on a trade deal with India, reducing tariffs on goods like whisky and cars?
   A. United States
   B. United Kingdom
   C. Germany
   D. Australia
   Answer: B. United Kingdom
   Explanation: The UK and India agreed on a trade deal reducing tariffs on various goods after three years of negotiations.

8. Which country held its federal election in May 2025, resulting in the re-election of the incumbent Labor Party?
   A. Canada
   B. Australia
   C. New Zealand
   D. Ireland
   Answer: B. Australia
   Explanation: Australia’s Labor Party, led by Anthony Albanese, won the federal election, securing a majority government.

9. Which country experienced a significant leadership change with Friedrich Merz elected as Chancellor in May 2025?
   A. Austria
   B. Germany
   C. Switzerland
   D. Netherlands
   Answer: B. Germany
   Explanation: Friedrich Merz was elected as Germany’s Chancellor after a second round of parliamentary voting.

10. Which international event marks its 80th anniversary on 8 May 2025?  by Current Affair MCQs- 9 May 2025
    A. United Nations Day
    B. VE Day (Victory in Europe Day)
    C. NATO Formation Day
    D. World Health Day
    Answer: B. VE Day (Victory in Europe Day)
    Explanation: 8 May 2025 marks the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, commemorating the end of World War II in Europe.

💰 Economy & Reports

11. What is India’s rank in the Human Development Index (HDI) 2025?  by Current Affair MCQs- 9 May 2025
    A. 128th
    B. 130th
    C. 135th
    D. 139th
    Answer: B. 130th
    Explanation: India ranked 130th in the 2025 Human Development Index released by the United Nations Development Programme.

12. Which organization publishes the ‘Special 301 Report’?
    A. World Trade Organization (WTO)
    B. World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
    C. United States Trade Representative (USTR)
    D. International Trade Commission (ITC)
    Answer: C. United States Trade Representative (USTR)
    Explanation: The ‘Special 301 Report’ is an annual review published by the USTR, identifying countries that do not provide adequate intellectual property rights protection.

13. Which Indian company recently became the first to reach a market capitalization of $1 trillion?
    A. Reliance Industries
    B. Tata Consultancy Services
    C. Infosys
    D. HDFC Bank
    Answer: A. Reliance Industries
    Explanation: Reliance Industries achieved a market capitalization of $1 trillion, becoming the first Indian company to do so.

14. Which Indian state topped the NITI Aayog’s SDG India Index 2025?  by Current Affair MCQs- 9 May 2025
    A. Kerala
    B. Himachal Pradesh
    C. Tamil Nadu
    D. Gujarat
    Answer: A. Kerala
    Explanation: Kerala topped the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) India Index 2025 released by NITI Aayog.

15. Which bank merged with Punjab National Bank (PNB) in 2025?
    A. Oriental Bank of Commerce
    B. United Bank of India
    C. Andhra Bank
    D. Indian Overseas Bank
    Answer: D. Indian Overseas Bank
    Explanation: Indian Overseas Bank merged with PNB as part of the government’s banking sector consolidation plan.

🛡️ Defense & Security

16. INS Tamal belongs to which class of frigates?  by Current Affair MCQs- 9 May 2025
    A. Shivalik class
    B. Talwar class
    C. Krivak-III class
    D. Kolkata class
    Answer: C. Krivak-III class
    Explanation: INS Tamal is a Krivak-III class frigate in the Indian Navy.

17. Which country did India accuse of supporting cross-border terrorism following the Pahalgam attack?
    A. China
    B. Bangladesh
    C. Pakistan
    D. Nepal
    Answer: C. Pakistan
    Explanation: India accused Pakistan of supporting cross-border terrorism after the Pahalgam attack.

18. What is the name of the nationwide emergency preparedness drill conducted by India in May 2025?
    A. Operation Suraksha
    B. Operation Abhyaas
    C. Operation Raksha
    D. Operation Kavach
    Answer: B. Operation Abhyaas
    Explanation: Operation Abhyaas was a nationwide emergency preparedness drill conducted by India in May 2025.

19. Which Indian defense organization successfully tested the ‘Agni Prime’ missile in May 2025?
    A. DRDO
    B. ISRO
    C. HAL
    D. BEL
    Answer: A. DRDO
    Explanation: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully tested the ‘Agni Prime’ missile.

20. Which country did India sign a defense cooperation agreement with in May 2025?
    A. France
    B. Russia
    C. Israel
    D. United States
    Answer: D. United States
    Explanation: India and the United States signed a defense cooperation agreement to enhance military collaboration.

🌿 Environment & Science

21. Which Indian city was declared the cleanest city in the Swachh Survekshan 2025? by Current Affair MCQs- 9 May 2025
    A. Indore
    B. Surat
    C. Mysuru
    D. Navi Mumbai
    Answer: A. Indore