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June 2025 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#3701
Which of the following statements regarding the political situation in the UK as of June 2026 is INCORRECT?
(a) The British Prime Minister is required to be a member of the House of Lords to lead the government.
(b) Keir Starmer has faced internal pressure following Labour's performance in local and regional polls.
(c) Andy Burnham serves as the Mayor of Greater Manchester.
(d) Peter Kyle serves as the Business Secretary in the current government.
Explanation: The statement that a Prime Minister must be a member of the House of Lords is incorrect; a Prime Minister must be a member of Parliament (typically the House of Commons). The other statements are factually accurate based on the provided information. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009758/uk-pm-starmer-mulling-political-realities-senior-minister, 21 Jun 2026]
#3702
Which official residence is used by the British Prime Minister for countryside retreats and was the site of Starmer's weekend talks in June 2026?
(a) 10 Downing Street
(b) Buckingham Palace
(c) Chequers
(d) Windsor Castle
Explanation: Chequers is the official country house retreat for the British Prime Minister. 10 Downing Street is the primary office and residence in London. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009758/uk-pm-starmer-mulling-political-realities-senior-minister, 21 Jun 2026]
#3703
Who won the by-election in the Makerfield constituency on June 21, 2026?
(a) Peter Kyle
(b) Andy Burnham
(c) Nigel Farage
(d) None of these
Explanation: Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, won the by-election in Makerfield, which significantly increased pressure on Keir Starmer to resign. Peter Kyle is the Business Secretary who confirmed Starmer was reflecting on political realities. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009758/uk-pm-starmer-mulling-political-realities-senior-minister, 21 Jun 2026]
#3704
Which treaty was signed by the United States and the Soviet Union in June 1979 to limit offensive nuclear weapons?
(a) SALT
(b) SALT II
(c) PTBT
(d) NPT
Explanation: The Strategic Arms Limitation Talks II (SALT II) was a series of negotiations between the United States and the Soviet Union. The agreement signed in June 1979 aimed to curtail the manufacture of strategic nuclear weapons. It represented a significant effort during the Cold War to curb the arms race by placing specific numerical limits on the delivery vehicles of nuclear warheads.
#3705
On June 21, the Sun is positioned directly overhead at which latitude?
(a) Tropic of Cancer
(b) Equator
(c) Tropic of Capricorn
(d) Position of the sun is not definite
Explanation: June 21 marks the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere. On this day, the Sun reaches its northernmost point in the sky and is positioned directly overhead at the Tropic of Cancer (23.5 degrees North latitude). This event results in the longest day of the year for locations in the Northern Hemisphere and signals the beginning of summer in that region.
#3706
Which container ship, recognized as the world's largest at the time of its unveiling by Maersk Line on June 14, 2013, was constructed at a South Korean shipyard?
(a) Eleonora Mærsk
(b) Estelle Mærsk
(c) Maersk Mckinney Moller
(d) Hanjin Europe
Explanation: On June 14, 2013, the Danish shipping company Maersk Line officially unveiled the Maersk Mc-Kinney Møller. It was the first of the Triple-E class container ships built by Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering in South Korea. At the time of its launch, it held the title of the world's largest container ship, measuring approximately 400 meters in length and capable of carrying over 18,000 TEUs.
#3707
How many countries' delegates signed the United Nations Charter at the San Francisco Conference on June 26, 1945?
(a) 48
(b) 50
(c) 45
(d) 35
Explanation: The United Nations Charter was signed by representatives from 50 countries at the conclusion of the United Nations Conference on International Organization in San Francisco. This historic event laid the foundation for the establishment of the United Nations as an international body to promote peace and cooperation.
#3708
What was the name of the Chinese supercomputer recognized as the world's fastest upon its revelation on June 17, 2013?
(a) Vulcan
(b) Titan
(c) Sequoia
(d) Tianhe-2
Explanation: Tianhe-2, also known as the Milky Way-2, was developed by China's National University of Defense Technology. In June 2013, it was officially ranked as the world's fastest supercomputer on the TOP500 list. This achievement marked a significant milestone in China's growing capabilities in high-performance computing and technology.
#3709
Which country voted to leave the European Union in the referendum held on June 24, 2016?
(a) England
(b) France
(c) Italy
(d) Portugal
Explanation: On June 23, 2016, the United Kingdom held a national referendum regarding its membership in the European Union. The result, announced on June 24, showed a majority vote in favor of leaving the bloc. This historic event, commonly referred to as Brexit, initiated a multi-year process of withdrawal from the European Union's political and economic institutions.
#3710
Which nation's membership was suspended by the Organization of American States (OAS) following the coup d'état on June 28, 2009, that removed President Manuel Zelaya?
(a) Grenada
(b) Belize
(c) Bahamas
(d) Honduras
Explanation: On June 28, 2009, a military coup in Honduras resulted in the forced removal of President Manuel Zelaya from office. In response to this violation of democratic order, the Organization of American States (OAS) invoked the Inter-American Democratic Charter and suspended Honduras from participation in the organization on July 4, 2009, until constitutional order was restored.
#3711
Which nation introduced the world's first electric passenger aircraft on June 19, 2015?
(a) France
(b) Japan
(c) USA
(d) China
Explanation: On June 19, 2015, the E-Fan, an electric aircraft developed by Airbus, successfully crossed the English Channel. This flight marked a significant milestone in aviation history, demonstrating the potential for electric propulsion in passenger-capable aircraft. The project was a collaborative effort led by French aerospace engineers and supported by the French government to promote sustainable aviation technology.
#3712
Which Central Asian nation joined the Shanghai Five in June 2001, leading to the formation of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)?
(a) Kazakhstan
(b) Tajikistan
(c) Azerbaijan
(d) Uzbekistan
Explanation: In June 2001, Uzbekistan was formally admitted to the group previously known as the Shanghai Five. Following this expansion, the member states signed the Declaration of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, officially establishing the SCO as a regional intergovernmental security and economic organization.
#3713
For Hajj 2025, Pakistan's total quota will be divided between the Government and Private sector as:
(a) 60:40
(b) 55:45
(c) 50:50
(d) 45:55
Explanation: Pakistan's total Hajj quota is distributed equally at 50:50 between the Government Hajj Scheme and Private Hajj Group Organizers (HGOs).
#3714
Who was the new U.N. Representative for India and Pakistan arriving in the subcontinent on 30th June 1951?
(a) Sir Owen Dixon
(b) Dr. Frank Graham
(c) Andrew Cordier
(d) Trygve Lie
Explanation: Dr. Frank Graham, an American academic, was appointed the UN Representative for India and Pakistan on 30th June 1951. He continued efforts to mediate the Kashmir dispute, but like his predecessor, faced challenges in achieving a resolution acceptable to both parties.
#3715
Kharif crops start from April to June and major crops include:
(a) Cotton and Jowar
(b) Wheat and Gram
(c) Bajra and Rice
(d) Both (a) & (c)
Explanation: Kharif crops, sown during the monsoon season (April - June), include cotton, jowar, bajra, and rice. Wheat and gram are Rabi crops, sown in winter. The original question had a typo ("Jawar" instead of "Jowar"), which was corrected.
#3716
By whom was the formula of 3rd June 1947 to divide India announced?
(a) Lord Wavell
(b) Lord Linlithgow
(c) Lord Irwin
(d) Lord Mountbatten
Explanation: The 3rd June Plan, which outlined the partition of India, was announced by Lord Mountbatten, the last Viceroy of India.
#3717
(a) June14,1945 (b) July 14, 1945
(c) Aug14,1945
(d) None of these
Explanation: The Simla Conference, convened by Lord Wavell in 1945 to discuss the formation of a new Executive Council, ended in failure on July 14, 1945, due to disagreements between the Congress and the Muslim League.
#3718
Who announced the plan which is known as the 3rd June Plan?
(a) Lord Wavell
(b) Lord Linlithgow
(c) Lord Willingdon
(d) Lord Mountbatten
Explanation: Lord Wavell announced the 3rd June Plan in 1945, proposing a framework for Indian self-government and power-sharing.
#3719
What was the central agenda of Emmanuel Macron's 2025 visit to China?
(a) Military alliance formation
(b) Trade rebalancing and economic cooperation
(c) Cooperation in AI
(d) None of these
Explanation: French President Emmanuel Macron's diplomatic visit to China focused primarily on addressing the widening European trade deficit with Beijing, securing fair market access for European companies, promoting economic "de-risking" without decoupling, and discussing cooperation on global economic governance and conflict de-escalation.
#3720
got Nobel Peace Prize, 2025:
(a) Nicolás Maduro (Venezuela)
(b) María Corina Machado (Venezuela)
(c) Georgia Meloni (Italy)
(d) None of these
Explanation: María Corina Machado, a Venezuelan democratic opposition leader, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of her tireless, courageous, and non-violent struggle to defend democratic principles, human rights, and a peaceful transition to democracy in Venezuela against authoritarian rule.