📰 National Affairs

1️⃣ Major Anti-Maoist Operation in Chhattisgarh

• Security forces launched a major encounter in Bijapur district (Chhattisgarh) against Maoist insurgents.
• Casualties: At least 31 Maoists were killed, and weapons including AK-47s, SLRs, and grenade launchers were recovered.
• This marks one of the biggest counterinsurgency operations in recent years.

2️⃣ Manipur CM N. Biren Singh Resigns Amid Violence

• Ongoing ethnic clashes in Manipur led to Chief Minister N. Biren Singh’s resignation.
• This development may lead to political realignment and fresh elections in the state.

🌍 International Affairs

3️⃣ AI Action Summit Begins in France

• France hosted the AI Action Summit, focusing on the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in global development.
• French President Emmanuel Macron used AI-generated videos of himself to promote the event.
• A new initiative, “Current AI,” was announced with a $400 million endowment for AI research and public welfare.

📊 Economy & Finance

4️⃣ India’s Retail Inflation Drops Below 4%

• Retail inflation fell to 3.61% in February 2025, mainly due to lower vegetable prices.
• This marks the first time in six months that inflation has stayed below 4%.
• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) may consider an interest rate cut in its next policy meeting.

5️⃣ India Increases Crude Oil Imports from Africa & Latin America

• Due to potential Russian oil supply issues, India boosted oil imports from Africa and Latin America.
• Key figures:
  • Imports from Africa: Rose to 330,000 barrels per day (bpd) (up from 143,000 bpd in January).
  • Imports from South America: Increased by 60% to 453,600 bpd.
• This shift is part of India’s strategy to diversify energy sources.

🎭 Important Events & Festivals

6️⃣ Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 – Record Pilgrimage in Prayagraj

• The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 is witnessing record participation in Prayagraj.
• Expected to attract over 400 million pilgrims, making it the largest religious gathering in the world.

Current Affairs MCQs – 9th February 2025

MCQs based on 9th February 2025 Current Affairs, along with answers and explanations for UPSC and other government job exams.

📰 National Affairs

1️⃣ Where did the major anti-Maoist operation take place on 9th February 2025?

a) Jharkhand
b) Odisha
c) Chhattisgarh
d) Maharashtra

✅ Answer: c) Chhattisgarh
📌 A major counterinsurgency operation in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh, resulted in the elimination of 31 Maoists, making it one of the largest security force operations in recent times.

2️⃣ Why did Manipur’s Chief Minister N. Biren Singh resign?

a) Due to a corruption scandal
b) Due to ongoing ethnic violence in the state
c) Due to health reasons
d) To contest in Lok Sabha elections

✅ Answer: b) Due to ongoing ethnic violence in the state
📌 Manipur has been facing prolonged ethnic violence, leading to the resignation of CM N. Biren Singh to restore political stability in the state.

🌍 International Affairs

3️⃣ The AI Action Summit 2025 was hosted by which country?

a) United States
b) France
c) United Kingdom
d) Germany

✅ Answer: b) France
📌 The AI Action Summit in France focused on AI’s role in global development, ethical considerations, and economic benefits. French President Emmanuel Macron used AI-generated videos to promote the event.

4️⃣ What was the key announcement at the AI Action Summit 2025?

a) France will develop a new AI-powered fighter jet
b) India and the US signed a new AI technology pact
c) The launch of “Current AI” with a $400 million fund for public AI projects
d) China announced a ban on AI-generated content

✅ Answer: c) The launch of “Current AI” with a $400 million fund for public AI projects
📌 France announced “Current AI,” a global initiative aimed at promoting AI-driven public welfare projects with a $400 million investment.

📊 Economy & Finance

5️⃣ What was India’s retail inflation rate in February 2025?

a) 4.5%
b) 3.61%
c) 5.2%
d) 6.1%

✅ Answer: b) 3.61%
📌 India’s retail inflation dropped below 4% for the first time in six months, mainly due to falling vegetable prices.

6️⃣ Why did India increase crude oil imports from Africa and Latin America?

a) Due to a fall in oil demand
b) To replace Russian oil due to potential supply disruptions
c) To decrease dependency on Gulf nations
d) Due to government subsidies on African oil

✅ Answer: b) To replace Russian oil due to potential supply disruptions
📌 Indian refiners boosted oil imports from Africa and Latin America, anticipating reduced supplies from Russia due to U.S. sanctions.

🎭 Important Events & Festivals

7️⃣ Where is the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 being held?

a) Varanasi
b) Haridwar
c) Prayagraj
d) Nashik

✅ Answer: c) Prayagraj
📌 Prayagraj is hosting the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, expected to attract over 400 million devotees, making it the largest religious gathering in the world.