CareerFocusNow: 14 August 2025 Current Affairs MCQs

📰 14 August 2025 Current Affairs – MCQs

1. Which day has the Maharashtra government declared on 14 August?

A) Partition Remembrance Day
B) Independence Struggle Day
C) Constitution Day
D) Women Empowerment Day

Answer: A) Partition Remembrance Day

Explanation: Maharashtra government has declared 14 August as "Partition Remembrance Day" to commemorate the victims of violence and displacement during the India-Pakistan partition in 1947.

2. The Banke Bihari Temple Trust has been formed by which state government?

A) Uttar Pradesh
B) Uttarakhand
C) Bihar
D) Rajasthan

Answer: A) Uttar Pradesh

Explanation: The Uttar Pradesh government has set up a special trust for the Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan. The trust will manage the temple’s traditions while providing world-class facilities for devotees.

3. How many districts in Uttar Pradesh have been issued a heavy rainfall alert on 14 August 2025?

A) 10 districts
B) 15 districts
C) 20 districts
D) 23 districts

Answer: D) 23 districts

Explanation: The India Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rainfall alert for 23 districts in Uttar Pradesh. The monsoon will remain active in the coming days.

4. When is Balram Jayanti 2025 being celebrated?

A) 13 August
B) 14 August
C) 15 August
D) 16 August

Answer: B) 14 August

Explanation: Balram Jayanti 2025, the birth anniversary of Lord Balram, is celebrated on 14 August 2025. The day is dedicated to Lord Balram, the symbol of agriculture and strength.

5. On which issue did the Congress party organize a protest rally on 14 August 2025?

A) Inflation
B) Unemployment
C) Names removed from voter list
D) Education policy

Answer: C) Names removed from voter list

Explanation: Congress protested against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process by the Election Commission, claiming that over 6.5 million names were removed from voter lists.

6. Which decision did ICICI Bank reverse?

A) Minimum balance charges
B) Loan interest rates
C) Check clearance time
D) Digital transaction charges

Answer: A) Minimum balance charges

Explanation: ICICI Bank removed minimum balance charges, providing relief to its customers.

7. On which issue did the USA target India?

A) Trade policy
B) Human rights violation
C) Environmental protection
D) Education policy

Answer: B) Human rights violation

Explanation: The USA raised concerns over human rights violations in India, creating tension in bilateral relations.

8. What is the latest news about cricketer Arjun Tendulkar?

A) International cricket debut
B) Engagement
C) Retirement
D) Injury

Answer: B) Engagement

Explanation: Cricketer Arjun Tendulkar got engaged, which has attracted attention to his personal life.

9. What was the result of former US President Donald Trump’s recent policy?

A) Improvement in relations with China
B) Trade agreement with Europe
C) Peace deal in the Middle East
D) Increase in investment in Africa

Answer: A) Improvement in relations with China

Explanation: Donald Trump’s previous tariff policy unexpectedly led to an improvement in US-China relations.

10. What is the upcoming change in the check clearing system?

A) Checks will clear immediately upon deposit
B) Validity of checks will increase
C) New security features on checks
D) Entire process becomes digital

Answer: A) Checks will clear immediately upon deposit

Explanation: The check clearing system will be updated so that checks clear immediately after deposit.

11. What new rule has RBI implemented for NRI investors?

A) Permission to invest in foreign currency
B) Investment of surplus in Special Rupee Vostro Account (SRVA) in G-Secs and T-Bills
C) Tax exemption for NRIs
D) Special loan schemes for NRIs

Answer: B) Investment of surplus in Special Rupee Vostro Account (SRVA) in G-Secs and T-Bills

Explanation: RBI allowed NRIs to invest their surplus in SRVA in government securities (G-Secs) and Treasury Bills (T-Bills) to promote rupee internationalization.

12. Ahmedabad has started preparations to host which sporting event?

A) 2026 Asian Games
B) 2030 Commonwealth Games
C) 2036 Olympics
D) 2028 Paralympics

Answer: B) 2030 Commonwealth Games

Explanation: Ahmedabad is bidding to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games and is constructing world-class facilities at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave at a cost of ₹6,000 crore.

13. What issue was debated in the Uttar Pradesh Assembly on 14 August 2025?

A) Farmers’ loan waiver
B) Partition Remembrance Day
C) Women’s safety
D) Education policy

Answer: B) Partition Remembrance Day

Explanation: The UP Assembly debated the proposal to observe 14 August as Partition Remembrance Day. The opposition criticized the government’s move.

14. Why were schools in Lucknow closed on 14 August 2025?

A) Independence Day preparations
B) Heavy rain and storm
C) Teacher conference
D) Examination holiday

Answer: B) Heavy rain and storm

Explanation: Due to heavy rain and storms, the District Magistrate ordered closure of all schools (grades 1–12) in Lucknow.

15. What is the RBI’s new policy for NRI investors?

A) Permission to invest in foreign currency
B) Investment of surplus in Special Rupee Vostro Account (SRVA) in G-Secs and T-Bills
C) Tax exemption for NRIs
D) Special loan schemes for NRIs