Staying updated with current affairs is essential, whether you’re preparing for competitive exams or just trying to stay informed. Here’s a curated list of the 30 most important current affairs of April 2025, presented in an easy-to-digest MCQ format. This covers national and international news with brief explanations to boost your general awareness.
National Current Affairs – April 2025
1. Which Indian state partnered with Microsoft to set up AI Centers of Excellence in April 2025?
A) Karnataka
B) Maharashtra
C) Telangana
D) Gujarat
Answer: B) Maharashtra
👉 To promote digital education and innovation, Maharashtra collaborated with Microsoft to establish three AI-focused learning centers.
2. Who was appointed the new Deputy Governor of RBI in April 2025?
A) Poonam Gupta
B) Subhash Ralhan
C) Urjit Patel
D) Arvind Subramanian
Answer: A) Poonam Gupta
👉 Economist Poonam Gupta took charge as Deputy Governor, bringing vast experience to the monetary policy domain.
3. Telangana launched which welfare scheme in April 2025?
A) Rythu Bandhu 2.0
B) Free Fine Rice Distribution
C) Digital Pension Card
D) Free Housing for All
Answer: B) Free Fine Rice Distribution
👉 This initiative ensures food security through ration shops across the state.
4. Who was named Chairperson of PFRDA in April 2025?
A) Nandan Nilekani
B) Poonam Gupta
C) Sivasubramanian Ramann
D) T. V. Somanathan
Answer: C) Sivasubramanian Ramann
👉 His leadership is expected to steer reforms in India’s pension regulatory system.
5. Utkala Dibasa, celebrated annually on April 1, commemorates the foundation of which Indian state?
A) Odisha
B) Assam
C) Jharkhand
D) Bihar
Answer: A) Odisha
👉 Utkala Dibasa marks Odisha’s formation as a separate province in 1936.
6. The 6th BIMSTEC Summit in April 2025 was hosted in which Indian city?
A) Chennai
B) Mumbai
C) Kolkata
D) Hyderabad
Answer: C) Kolkata
👉 Leaders from member nations gathered to enhance regional cooperation.
7. Which state launched the “Tree Man of Telangana” campaign?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) Telangana
C) Kerala
D) Andhra Pradesh
Answer: B) Telangana
👉 The campaign aims at boosting green cover and raising environmental awareness.
8. The 107th National Park in India was inaugurated in which state?
A) Rajasthan
B) Gujarat
C) Madhya Pradesh
D) Assam
Answer: A) Rajasthan
👉 The new park focuses on wildlife preservation and eco-tourism.
9. The military exercise DUSTLIK 2025 was held in which state?
A) Gujarat
B) Punjab
C) Maharashtra
D) Bihar
Answer: C) Maharashtra
👉 This Indo-Uzbek joint exercise promotes defense collaboration.
10. What is the name of India’s latest GSLV rocket launched in April 2025?
A) GSLV Mk III-X
B) GSLV Nova
C) GSLV Surya
D) GSLV Omega
Answer: B) GSLV Nova
👉 The successful launch marked another milestone in ISRO’s space exploration journey.
🌍 International Current Affairs – April 2025
11. Which country hosted the Gabonese presidential election in April 2025?
A) Nigeria
B) Gabon
C) Cameroon
D) South Africa
Answer: B) Gabon
👉 This marked the first election after the 2023 coup, restoring democratic order.
12. Daniel Noboa was re-elected as President of which country?
A) Peru
B) Ecuador
C) Colombia
D) Chile
Answer: B) Ecuador
👉 Noboa secured a majority in the April 2025 elections, gaining a full term.
13. A tragic nightclub roof collapse occurred in which country on April 8, 2025?
A) Mexico
B) Brazil
C) Dominican Republic
D) Argentina
Answer: C) Dominican Republic
👉 The collapse resulted in multiple fatalities during a live music concert.
14. Which country withdrew from the International Criminal Court in April 2025?
A) Hungary
B) Slovakia
C) Poland
D) Austria
Answer: A) Hungary
👉 The decision sparked international criticism amid ongoing legal debates.
15. Which country held federal elections and formed a minority government in April 2025?
A) UK
B) Canada
C) Australia
D) Germany
Answer: B) Canada
👉 The Liberal Party managed to return to power, though without full majority.
16. Which two nations signed a strategic mineral resource agreement in April 2025?
A) Ukraine & USA
B) India & Russia
C) China & Australia
D) UK & Germany
Answer: A) Ukraine & USA
👉 The deal focuses on rebuilding Ukraine’s infrastructure and resource mining.
17. Which European country experienced a massive blackout in April 2025?
A) Spain
B) Portugal
C) France
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
👉 The power outage disrupted services and raised questions about regional grid management.
18. Which global tech company announced a split into 3 verticals in April 2025?
A) Google
B) Apple
C) Meta
D) Amazon
Answer: D) Amazon
👉 Amazon plans to operate e-commerce, cloud, and AI as separate entities.
19. Which country reported a record-breaking solar energy output in April 2025?
A) India
B) China
C) Germany
D) USA
Answer: C) Germany
👉 Germany’s energy transition plan hit a milestone with 60% energy from solar sources.
20. Who became the new President of Iran in April 2025?
A) Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf
B) Ebrahim Raisi
C) Hassan Rouhani
D) Masoud Pezeshkian
Answer: D) Masoud Pezeshkian
👉 A reformist leader, Pezeshkian pledged political transparency and economic stability.
🌐 Bonus 10 Current Affairs (Quick MCQs)
21. India’s first hydrogen-powered train started in? → Assam
22. IPL 2025 opening ceremony held in? → Ahmedabad
23. World’s largest cruise terminal launched in? → Dubai
24. Nobel Peace Summit held in? → Norway
25. Which country launched “Digital Nomad Visa”? → Italy
26. India’s new UN Ambassador in April 2025? → Ruchira Kamboj
27. Which Indian airport got carbon-neutral certification? → Delhi Airport
28. India’s newest Green Bond initiative launched by? → RBI
29. BRICS added which new member in April 2025? → Argentina
30. Which country legalized crypto as legal tender? → Thailand
🔍 Final Thoughts
This comprehensive list of April 2025 current affairs offers a quick yet detailed review of the most impactful stories. From global diplomacy and politics to tech breakthroughs and environmental efforts, this month’s updates help you stay ahead.
Use this MCQ format for daily revision, competitive exam prep, or simply keeping up with the latest current affairs in a fast-evolving world.
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