Current Affairs Quiz 12 June 2025: Jagran Josh presents this week’s Current Affairs Quiz for aspirants preparing for competitive exams and curious readers. The quiz includes important questions related to Gangotri National Park, Exercise Khaan Quest 2025, and more. Take the quiz to assess your preparation and boost your knowledge!
1. In which state is the recently discussed Gangotri National Park located?
(a) Himachal Pradesh
(b) Uttarakhand
(c) Jammu & Kashmir
(d) Arunachal Pradesh
1. (b) Uttarakhand
Residents of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand have written to the Union Government raising concerns over a proposed waste incinerator in the Gangotri National Park and Bhagirathi Eco-Sensitive Zone. The area lies in the upper catchment of the Bhagirathi River and is considered environmentally sensitive.
2. Where is India’s first integrated E-Waste Eco Park being developed?
(a) Mumbai
(b) Delhi
(c) Ahmedabad
(d) Varanasi
2. (b) Delhi
The Delhi government has announced plans to develop India’s first integrated E-Waste Eco Park at Holambi Kalan in northwest Delhi. The park will span 11.4 acres and is expected to process up to 51,000 metric tonnes of e-waste annually, supporting sustainable development and a circular economy.
3. In which country is the Indian Army participating in 'Exercise Khaan Quest 2025'?
(a) Japan
(b) Russia
(c) Mongolia
(d) Qatar
3. (c) Mongolia
The 22nd edition of Exercise Khaan Quest is being held in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia from June 14 to 28, 2025. It is a multinational peacekeeping exercise aimed at training armed forces for United Nations missions. The Indian Army is actively participating in this global military engagement.
4. Dr. Srinivas Mukkamala became the first person of Indian origin to be elected president of which prestigious organization?
(a) World Health Organization (WHO)
(b) National Medical Association (US)
(c) American Medical Association (AMA)
(d) None of the above
4. (c) American Medical Association (AMA)
Dr. Srinivas Mukkamala, an ENT specialist based in Michigan, USA, was diagnosed with a brain tumour in November 2024. Despite his health challenges, he continued serving the medical community and was elected the 180th president of the American Medical Association, becoming the first Indian-origin person to hold this position.
5. On which date is the World Day Against Child Labour observed every year?
(a) June 5
(b) June 12
(c) May 15
(d) November 20
5. (b) June 12
The World Day Against Child Labour is observed annually on June 12 to raise global awareness against child labour and promote efforts to eliminate it. The day emphasizes protecting children’s rights to education, health, and a dignified life.
