Current Affairs Quiz 20th April 2025
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1. This quiz, the Current Affairs Quiz 20th April 2025, is designed to test your knowledge and provide an assessment tool.
2. Each question is followed by 4 options. Select the most appropriate option for each question.
3. Before taking the quiz, please review the article, Daily Current Affairs Today 20th April 2025.
1. What proportion of SBI’s branches will be covered under the new ‘Grahak Mitras’ deployment?
- SBI plans to deploy ‘Grahak Mitras’ at 4,500 branches.
- These branches represent around 20% of its total 22,740 branches.
- The initiative is aimed at pushing digital banking adoption at branch level.
2. The Telangana Bhu Bharati Act, 2025 primarily aims to reform which of the following?
- The Bhu Bharati Act was introduced to address grievances from the Dharani portal system.
- It decentralizes land governance and promotes transparency.
- The reform is built on inclusive administration and citizen engagement.
3. Amaravati is envisioned to become the world’s first city powered entirely by which of the following?
- Amaravati aims to run 100% on renewable sources as part of a smart city initiative.
- It is being developed between Vijayawada and Guntur.
- The goal is to align with India’s clean energy and urban climate goals.
4. Who was recently appointed as Vice President (Investment Solutions) at AIIB?
- Pandey will oversee investment solutions and sustainability at AIIB.
- AIIB has a capital base of US$ 100 billion and India is its second-largest shareholder.
- The bank is headquartered in Beijing and has AAA ratings from global agencies.
5. What clarification did the Finance Ministry give regarding UPI transactions above ₹2,000?
- The ministry dismissed rumors about GST on UPI payments above ₹2,000 as baseless.
- Currently, no MDR is charged on P2M UPI transactions.
- This reinforces the government’s push toward digital economy adoption.
6. Which organization is collaborating with IIT Bombay to test Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology?
- The Kerala State Electricity Board is leading this pilot with IIT Bombay.
- The V2G tech enables EVs to return electricity back to the grid.
- It enhances renewable integration and power grid stability.
7. What is the main theme of the two-day conclave held in Namsai, Arunachal Pradesh?
- The conclave is organized by the International Buddhist Confederation.
- It explores the spiritual and cultural influence of Buddhism in the Northeast.
- The event is being held on 21st–22nd April 2025 in Arunachal Pradesh.
8. Where was the book ‘Sanskriti Ka Paanchva Adhyay’ launched?
- The book features speeches by PM Modi on Indian culture and heritage.
- It was launched at the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), Janpath.
- It’s a curated collection on cultural and spiritual nationalism.
9. Which Indian group is involved in a defence MoU with Slovakia?
- Airbornics Defence & Space Pvt. Ltd., under JCBL Group, signed the MoU with Slovakia.
- The deal focuses on co-developing next-gen combat vehicles.
- It was signed during President Droupadi Murmu’s state visit to Slovakia.
10. Where is the headquarters of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)?
- AIIB is a multilateral development bank with US$ 100 billion capital.
- It is headquartered in Beijing, China.
- The bank is AAA-rated and India is its second-largest stakeholder.
