Daily Quiz on Current Affairs by Gkseries – 22 February 2025

Daily Quiz on Current Affairs 22 February 2025 is very important for Competitive Exams like SSC, Railway, RRB, Banking, IBPS, PSC, UPSC, etc. Our Gkseries team have composed these Current Affairs Quizzes from Newspapers like The Hindu and other competitive magazines.

1. Who was appointed as the 9th Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation?

1. Christopher Wray
2. Kash Patel
3. Ramesh Kumar
4. Nitin Patel

Explanation: kash Patel

Kash Patel is the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s 9th Director. He is the FBI’s first Indian-origin Director. He is a loyalist of Donald Trump. On February 20, 2025, Senate (upper chamber of the United States Congress) approved his appointment with a vote of 51-49. Along with Democrats, two Republican senators opposed the appointment.

2. Which company has introduced the new quantum chip, ‘Majorana 1’?

1. Google
2. IBM
3. Microsoft
4. TESLA

Answer: Microsoft

Answer: 

Microsoft has introduced a new quantum chip called ‘Majorana 1’. This eight-qubit chip is designed to produce more reliable and scalable qubits compared to earlier models. Qubits serve as the fundamental components of quantum computers. The advancements in ‘Majorana 1’ are expected to significantly impact the future of quantum computing.

3. India will become a high-income country with GDP of $23-$35 trillion by__________.

1. 2030
2. 2045
3. 2038
4. 2047

Answer: 2047

Explanation:

India is on track to become a high-income country with a GDP ranging from $23 trillion to $35 trillion by 2047. A report from Bain & Company and Nasscom indicates that this growth will be fueled by India’s demographic dividend, technological advancements, and regional changes. In the coming decades, nearly 200 million people are expected to join the workforce.

4. Which state recorded the highest number of bird species in the Great Backyard Bird Count?

1. Gujarat
2. Assam
3. West Bengal
4. Madhya Pradesh

Answer: West Bengal

Notes:
The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) is a significant global event where birdwatchers tally different bird species. For the third year in a row, Bengal topped India in the number of bird species recorded. This year’s event occurred from February 14 to 17, 2025, during which India documented a total of 1,068 species. Bengal alone recorded 543 species, highlighting its impressive bird diversity. Among the sightings were rare species such as the Ibisbill and the Common Starling.

5. Gujarat Finance Minister Kanubhai Desai presented a__________budget for the financial year 2025-26.

1. Rs 2.70 trillion
2. Rs 1.70 trillion
3. Rs 4.70 trillion
4. Rs 3.70 trillion

Answer: Rs 3.70 trillion

Explanation:

Gujarat’s Finance Minister Kanubhai Desai unveiled a budget of Rs 3.70 trillion for the financial year 2025-26. This announcement came on the second day of the budget session. The budget allocation of Rs 3,70,250 crore for 2025-26 reflects an increase of Rs 37,785 crore, which is an 11.3 percent rise. Additionally, the state government has proposed a tax relief of Rs 148 crore, which includes a reduction in stamp duty on mortgage deeds and a decrease in motor vehicle tax for electric vehicles.

6. India is world’s __________ digital pilot licenses.

1. Second
2. Third
3. Fourth
4. Sixth

Answer: Third

Explanation:

India is world’s second country to introduce digital pilot licenses. Electronic Personnel License for pilots has been introduced by India. Union Minister for Civil Aviation Ram Mohan Naidu launched India’s Electronic Personnel License. Electronic Personnel License has been launched after approval from the International Civil Aviation Organization.

7. What type of disorder is Parkinson’s disease (PD), which was recently in the news?

1. Neurodegenerative
2. Cardiovascular
3. Autoimmune
4. Metabolic

Answer: Neurodegenerative

Notes:
A study has found that 24-hydroxycholesterol (24-OHC), a metabolite of cholesterol, plays a significant role in the progression of Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that impacts movement. It causes the weakening and damage of nerve cells, resulting in symptoms such as tremors, stiffness, and difficulties with balance. As the disease advances, patients may find it increasingly challenging to walk, talk, and perform everyday activities. The condition primarily affects the substantia nigra, a part of the brain responsible for producing dopamine.

8. Which country has become the second in the world, after China, to launch an Electronic Personnel License (EPL) for pilots?

1. France
2. Russia
3. India
4. Australia

Answer: India

Notes:
India has become the second country after China to implement an Electronic Personnel License (EPL) for pilots. The launch occurred on February 20, 2025, at Udaan Bhawan in New Delhi, spearheaded by Union Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu. This initiative is part of the Digital India program and aims to improve the Ease of Doing Business. The EPL will replace the existing smart card with a digital license that can be accessed through the eGCA Mobile App.

9. Which country is hosting the 34th ITTF-ATTU Asian Cup table tennis tournament?

1. Indonesia
2. China
3. India
4. Malaysia

Answer: China

Notes:
The 34th International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF)-Asian Table Tennis Union (ATTU) Asian Cup table tennis tournament will take place from February 19 to 23, 2025, at the Shenzhen Universiade Sports Center in Shenzhen, China. Athletes from different countries will be competing in this event. The Indian men’s team is captained by the experienced player Sharath Kamal. The tournament features a mascot named “Peng Peng,” inspired by Shenzhen’s nickname “Pengcheng.”

10. In which state is the Manikaran pilgrimage site, recently in the news, located?

1. Punjab
2. Uttarakhand
3. Haryana
4. Himachal Pradesh

Answer: Himachal Pradesh

Notes:

A proposal to transfer water from Manikaran to Kasol for a hot bath facility has faced local opposition. Manikaran, a small town in Himachal Pradesh, is renowned for its hot springs and religious significance. Nestled in Parvati Valley along the Parvati River at an altitude of 1,829 meters, the town is famous for its natural hot springs, which are believed to have healing properties. The water is said to be radioactive and beneficial for those suffering from rheumatism. Additionally, Manikaran serves as a major pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Sikhs, featuring a Shiva temple, the Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara, and a Rama temple.