1. In July 2025, India carried out cross-border drone strikes against insurgent camps in which country?
A. Bangladesh
B. Nepal
C. Myanmar
D. Pakistan
Answer: C. Myanmar
Explanation: On 13 July 2025, India conducted drone strikes targeting insurgent camps (ULFA, etc.) in Myanmar’s border regions.
2. Which bill related to sports governance was introduced in Lok Sabha in July 2025?
A. National Sports Promotion Bill, 2025
B. National Sports Governance Bill, 2025
C. Indian Olympic Governance Bill, 2025
D. National Physical Fitness Bill, 2025
Answer: B. National Sports Governance Bill, 2025
Explanation: The National Sports Governance Bill, 2025 was introduced in Lok Sabha on 23 July 2025 to provide a statutory framework for recognition, governance, and oversight of national sports bodies.
3. What major event related to OTT regulation was in the news around July 27–28, 2025?
A. Banning all OTT apps
B. Framework for regulating obscene and OTT content
C. Merger of regulatory agencies
D. Deregulation of OTT content
Answer: B. Framework for regulating obscene and OTT content
Explanation: The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting blocked ~25 OTT platforms for repeated violations and proposed a framework to regulate obscene/indecent content under IT law.
4. In July 2025, which major satellite launch involving India was reported in current affairs?
A. Chandrayaan-4
B. NISAR (NASA-ISRO)
C. GSAT-7C
D. Aditya-L1
Answer: B. NISAR
Explanation: Reports in July 2025 mention the successful launch and developments related to NISAR, a joint NASA-ISRO Earth observation mission.
5. In July 2025, India & UAE strengthened defence ties via which meeting mechanism?
A. Joint Strategic Dialogue (JSD)
B. Joint Defence Council (JDC)
C. Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC)
D. Strategic Defence Initiative (SDI)
Answer: C. Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC)
Explanation: India and UAE strengthened defence ties at the 13th JDCC meeting in July 2025.
6. Which Indian tiger reserve recorded the 3rd-highest tiger density in India as per July 2025 reports?
A. Bandipur
B. Kaziranga
C. Sundarbans
D. Corbett
Answer: B. Kaziranga
Explanation: In the July 2025 monthly current affairs, Kaziranga was reported to have the 3rd-highest density of tigers among Indian reserves.
7. Which international tariff action impacted Indian goods in July 2025?
A. EU imposed 10% duty
B. US imposed 25% tariff
C. China imposed anti-dumping duty
D. Australia banned imports
Answer: B. US imposed 25% tariff
Explanation: In July 2025, the US imposed a 25% tariff on certain Indian goods, which was widely reported in current affairs summaries.
8. What important conference on indigenous knowledge was held in mid-July 2025?
A. International Conference on Ayurveda
B. World Heritage Knowledge Systems Summit
C. Conference on Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)
D. Vedic Knowledge Symposium
Answer: C. Conference on Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)
Explanation: From July 10–12, 2025, a conference on Indian Knowledge Systems was held at JNU, supported by IKSHA, ICHR, etc.
9. Which contentious issue did China describe as a “thorn” in its relations with India in July 2025?
A. Border disputes in Ladakh
B. Succession of the Dalai Lama
C. Trade tariffs
D. Water treaties
Answer: B. Succession of the Dalai Lama
Explanation: In July 2025, China called the Dalai Lama succession issue a “thorn” in relations with India.
10. Which Indian scheme, launched in July 2025, aims to promote GI-tagged products and One District One Product (ODOP)?
A. PM Ekta Mall
B. Saathi Bazaar
C. Bharat Udyog Mall
D. India Local Mart
Answer: A. PM Ekta Mall
Explanation: The PM Ekta Mall initiative, launched in July, is intended to promote GI-tagged goods and ODOP products.
11. In July 2025, a serious investigation was launched in Karnataka over allegations of mass burials in which place?
A. Belur
B. Udupi
C. Dharmasthala
D. Hampi
Answer: C. Dharmasthala
Explanation: The “Dharmasthala mass burial case” came to light in July 2025, with allegations of murder and mass burials in the temple town of Dharmasthala, Karnataka.
12. Between January 2022 and July 2025, how many cyberbullying cases were recorded in Karnataka?
A. 150
B. 220
C. 315
D. 400
Answer: C. 315
Explanation: Karnataka recorded 315 cyberbullying cases during that period, registered under Section 67B of the IT Act.
13. Which district in Karnataka launched a dengue and malaria prevention drive in July 2025?
A. Mysuru
B. Bengaluru Urban
C. Udupi
D. Mangaluru
Answer: C. Udupi
Explanation: The Udupi district planned a preventive campaign for dengue and malaria in June–July 2025.
14. Which Karnataka political figure in July 2025 responded to BJP accusations about a convention in Mysuru being a show of strength?
A. Basavaraj Bommai
B. B. S. Yediyurappa
C. Siddaramaiah
D. H. D. Kumaraswamy
Answer: C. Siddaramaiah
Explanation: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah denied that the Mysuru convention was a show of strength, calling it a development event.
15. Which law/act was introduced in the Parliament in July 2025 that can have future implications for state governance (though not specific to Karnataka)?
A. National Sports Governance Act
B. Right to Regulate OTT Act
C. Cybersecurity Governance Act
D. Constitutional Amendment for removal of ministers
Answer: A. National Sports Governance Act
Explanation: The National Sports Governance Bill (later Act) was introduced in July 2025 in Lok Sabha, with countrywide implications.
16. World Zoonoses Day is observed annually on which date (noted in early July 2025)?
A. July 4
B. July 6
C. July 12
D. July 14
Answer: B. July 6
Explanation: World Zoonoses Day is observed on 6 July each year, commemorating Louis Pasteur’s first rabies vaccination in 1885.
17. Which equestrian statue was unveiled at the National Defence Academy (NDA) in July 2025?
A. Shivaji
B. Tipu Sultan
C. Peshwa Bajirao I
D. Rani Lakshmi Bai
Answer: C. Peshwa Bajirao I
Explanation: An equestrian statue of Peshwa Bajirao I was unveiled at NDA campus in Pune by the Home Minister in early July.
18. Which international political event took place in Bangladesh in mid-July 2025 involving clashes and protests?
A. Dhaka General Strike
B. Gopalganj clashes
C. Chittagong Riots
D. Bangladesh Parliament dissolution
Answer: B. Gopalganj clashes
Explanation: On 16 July 2025, violent clashes occurred in Gopalganj during a rally by the National Citizen Party.
19. Which of the following is a correct pairing in the July 2025 current affairs?
A. India & EU – 13th JDCC
B. India & UAE – 13th JDCC
C. India & Saudi – 13th JDCC
D. India & UK – 13th JDCC
Answer: B. India & UAE – 13th JDCC
Explanation: The India-UAE ties were strengthened in July 2025 through the 13th meeting of their Joint Defence Cooperation Committee.
20. Which committee was formed (or tasked) in relation to investigating the mass burial allegations in Dharmasthala?
A. A Special Investigation Team (SIT)
B. A Judicial Commission
C. A State Vigilance Bureau
D. A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) unit
Answer: A. A Special Investigation Team (SIT)
Explanation: A SIT was constituted to probe the allegations of burial sites in Dharmasthala.
21. Which state became the first in India to approve a menstrual leave policy (one day per month for women employees) in July 2025?
A. Kerala
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Karnataka
D. Maharashtra
Answer: C. Karnataka
Explanation: The Karnataka Cabinet approved a menstrual leave policy, entitling women employees (public & private) to one day’s leave every month.
22. What is the name of the state-level bill introduced in Karnataka in July 2025 to penalize fake news / misinformation?
A. Karnataka Digital Integrity Bill
B. Karnataka Mis-Information and Fake News (Prohibition) Bill, 2025
C. Karnataka Cyber Misinformation Act
D. Karnataka Truth in Media Bill
Answer: B. Karnataka Mis-Information and Fake News (Prohibition) Bill, 2025
Explanation: This is a pioneering state-level attempt to define and penalize fake news; includes prison term up to 7 years.
23. Which major bridge was inaugurated in Karnataka in July 2025 by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari?
A. Sadashiva Bridge
B. Sigandur Bridge
C. Sharavathi River Bridge
D. Malpe–Udupi Overpass
Answer: B. Sigandur Bridge
Explanation: The Sigandur bridge in Shivamogga district, India’s second-longest cable-stayed bridge, was inaugurated on 16 July 2025.
24. Which free trade agreement was signed on 24 July 2025?
A. India – EU FTA
B. India – Australia FTA
C. India – UK FTA
D. India – Canada FTA
Answer: C. India – UK FTA
Explanation: The India–UK Free Trade Agreement was signed on 24 July 2025, with Minister Piyush Goyal accompanying PM Modi to London.
25. What new athletic competition was held in India in July 2025, named after a famed Indian athlete?
A. Milkha Singh Open
B. P.T. Usha Classic
C. Neeraj Chopra Classic
D. Hima Das Invitational
Answer: C. Neeraj Chopra Classic
Explanation: The first edition of the “Neeraj Chopra Classic” javelin competition was held on 5 July 2025 in Bengaluru.
26. Which of the following sectors recorded a “record high” index in India in March 2025, as reported in July?
A. Industrial Production Index
B. Digital Payments Index
C. Services PMI
D. Inflation Index
Answer: B. Digital Payments Index
Explanation: The Digital Payments Index in India hit a record high (value 493.22) as per reports in July 2025.
27. Which missile system did India successfully test in July 2025?
A. Agni-V
B. Pralay
C. Prahaar
D. Nirbhay
Answer: B. Pralay
Explanation: Reports in July mention the successful test of the “Pralay” quasi-ballistic missile system.
28. Which Indian defence cooperation exercise began between India & Singapore in July 2025?
A. Exercise Malabar
B. Exercise Varuna
C. Exercise Bold Kurukshetra
D. Exercise Yudh Abhyas
Answer: C. Exercise Bold Kurukshetra
Explanation: The joint military exercise “Bold Kurukshetra” between India and Singapore commenced in July 2025.
29. In July 2025, the U.S. and EU struck a framework for which of the following?
A. Climate cooperation
B. Trade deal
C. Defence pact
D. Space collaboration
Answer: B. Trade deal
Explanation: A framework trade agreement was struck between the U.S. and EU in July 2025.
30. Which iconic Indian economist/politician passed away in July 2025?
A. Amartya Sen
B. Manmohan Singh
C. Meghnad Desai
D. C. Rangarajan
Answer: C. Meghnad Desai
Explanation: Lord Meghnad Desai’s passing was noted in the July 2025 current affairs summary.
31. Which app was extended to support 22 languages as of July 2025?
A. UPI App
B. Sanchar Saathi
C. CoWIN
D. Aarogya Setu
Answer: B. Sanchar Saathi
Explanation: The Sanchar Saathi portal/app was made available in 22 languages as per the monthly current affairs.
32. What discovery was reported from Meghalaya in July 2025?
A. New mammal species
B. New frog species
C. New bird species
D. New orchid species
Answer: B. New frog species
Explanation: A new frog species was discovered in Meghalaya, as per July’s current affairs.
33. Which state in India saw its groundwater levels rise by ~13 metres under a scheme in July 2025?
A. Rajasthan
B. Karnataka
C. Gujarat
D. Maharashtra
Answer: B. Karnataka
Explanation: Under the Atal Bhujal Yojana pilot in Karnataka’s districts, an average ~13 m rise in groundwater was reported in July.
34. Which child-marriage-related move did the Karnataka cabinet approve in July 2025?
A. Raising marriageable age
B. Criminalising engagements of minors
C. Banning dowry completely
D. Mandatory counselling before child marriage
Answer: B. Criminalising engagements of minors
Explanation: The Karnataka Cabinet approved an amendment making engagements of minors (before marriage) punishable.
35. Which alarming case of alleged mass burials and disappearances came to light in July 2025 in Karnataka?
A. Hampi mass graves
B. Mangalore burials
C. Mysuru disappearances
D. Dharmasthala mass burial case
Answer: D. Dharmasthala mass burial case
Explanation: The Dharmasthala mass burial allegations, covering many years, surfaced in July 2025 and triggered SIT investigation.
36. In the Dharmasthala case, how many sites (out of 13 claimed) yielded human remains as of the first excavation reports?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 5
D. 9
Answer: B. 2
Explanation: Of the 13 claimed burial sites, exhumations found human skull & bones or partial skeletons at two locations.
37. The 2025 bomb hoax series targeted schools in which Indian city around early July 2025?
A. Surat
B. Vadodara
C. Ahmedabad
D. Rajkot
Answer: B. Vadodara
Explanation: A string of bomb threat hoaxes targeted private schools in Vadodara between 23 June and 4 July 2025.
38. Which language film “Kapata Nataka Sutradhari” released in July 2025 is a political satire?
A. Telugu
B. Kannada
C. Tamil
D. Malayalam
Answer: B. Kannada
Explanation: “Kapata Nataka Sutradhari” is a 2025 Kannada political satire film released on 4 July.
39. Which major water-sharing move did Karnataka make in July 2025 after heavy rains?
A. Withholding Cauvery water
B. Suprlus release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu
C. Building a new dam
D. Declaring water emergency
Answer: B. Surplus release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu
Explanation: Karnataka released a record 74.1 TMC ft of surplus Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu after heavy rains.
40. Which region in Karnataka saw the launch of a communal harmony campaign in mid-July 2025?
A. Bengaluru Urban
B. Belagavi
C. Udupi / Dakshina Kannada
D. Mysuru
Answer: C. Udupi / Dakshina Kannada
Explanation: The “Karavaliya Neladalli Souharda Sanchara” campaign was launched in coastal districts (Udupi and Dakshina Kannada) to promote communal harmony.
41. Which committee was asked to reconsider KEA’s admission rules for OCI card–holders (non-citizens) in Karnataka?
A. High Court
B. Supreme Court
C. Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) itself
D. Karnataka State Commission for Backward Classes
Answer: A. High Court
Explanation: The Karnataka High Court directed KEA to amend admission rules to align with SC rulings for OCI-holders.
42. How many maternal deaths were audited in Karnataka leading to the new “Mission Zero Preventable Maternal Deaths” plan?
A. 430
B. 530
C. 630
D. 730
Answer: B. 530
Explanation: An audit of 530 maternal deaths in 2024–25 identified preventable causes, which informed the new action plan.
43. Which is NOT a component of Karnataka’s maternal death reduction plan approved in July 2025?
A. Strengthening ICU beds in hospitals
B. Setting up specialised call centers
C. Upgrading ambulance services
D. Digital childbirth monitoring system
Answer: C. Upgrading ambulance services
Explanation: While the plan includes ICU upgrades, workforce reorganisation, call centers, and digital monitoring (K-ARC Partograph), there is no major emphasis in reports on ambulance service upgrades (in that plan).
44. Which body held the executive role in the Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC) meeting in July 2025 between India & UAE?
A. Prime Ministers’ offices
B. Defence Ministries
C. External Affairs Ministries
D. Strategic Affairs Office
Answer: B. Defence Ministries
Explanation: The JDCC is a defence cooperation mechanism, so the meeting is between defence ministries of India & UAE. (This is implied in reports on India-UAE defence strengthening.)
45. Which nation imposed a 25% tariff on Indian goods in July 2025?
A. European Union
B. United States
C. China
D. Australia
Answer: B. United States
Explanation: In July 2025, reports indicated that the U.S. imposed a 25% tariff on certain Indian goods.
46. Which major summit was held in early July 2025, where India was announced as the next chair of the block?
A. G20 Summit
B. BRICS Summit
C. SCO Summit
D. ASEAN Summit
Answer: B. BRICS Summit
Explanation: The 17th BRICS Summit was held in Rio de Janeiro in July 2025. India was selected to assume the BRICS rotating chair in 2026.
47. Which topic became a key agenda item in the 17th BRICS Summit in July 2025?
A. Space exploration
B. Artificial Intelligence governance
C. Global tourism
D. Cyber warfare treaties
Answer: B. Artificial Intelligence governance
Explanation: The BRICS leaders adopted a declaration on global governance of AI during the summit.
48. What is the name of the defense-related relief operation launched by India in July 2025 to address floods in Himachal Pradesh and Northeast?
A. Operation Flood Relief
B. Operation Himalayan Rescue
C. Operation Jal Rahat 2
D. Operation Green Earth
Answer: C. Operation Jal Rahat 2
Explanation: India launched “Operation Jal Rahat 2” for flood rescue and relief in mountainous and northeast states.
49. In July 2025, which report revealed that India ranked 3rd globally in fintech startup funding?
A. Tracxn Geo Semi-Annual FinTech Report
B. Global Fintech Index Report
C. KPMG Fintech Landscape Report
D. CB Insights Fintech Report
Answer: A. Tracxn Geo Semi-Annual FinTech Report
Explanation: The Bengaluru-based Tracxn’s report showed India ranks third globally in fintech startup funding.
50. Which major infrastructure bridge was inaugurated in Karnataka in July 2025?
A. Sharavathi River Bridge
B. Sigandur Cable-Stayed Bridge
C. Malpe Coastal Bridge
D. Vidhana Soudha Overpass
Answer: B. Sigandur Cable-Stayed Bridge
Explanation: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurated the Sigandur bridge, India’s second‐longest cable-stayed bridge, in Karnataka.
51. Which policy did the Karnataka Cabinet approve in July 2025, making it a first among Indian states?
A. State-level climate tax
B. Menstrual leave for women employees
C. Universal basic income pilot
D. State NFT regulation law
Answer: B. Menstrual leave for women employees
Explanation: Karnataka approved a policy granting women employees (government & private) one day of menstrual leave per month.
52. Which bill was approved by Karnataka Cabinet in July 2025 to penalize underage engagements?
A. Karnataka Digital Safety Bill
B. Prohibition of Child Marriage (Karnataka Amendment) Bill, 2025
C. Karnataka Youth Welfare Bill
D. Karnataka Marital Age Enforcement Act
Answer: B. Prohibition of Child Marriage (Karnataka Amendment) Bill, 2025
Explanation: The Cabinet approved a bill to criminalise engagements of minors (before marriage).
53. In the Dharmasthala mass burial case, how many identified sites had yielded human remains as of early excavation reports?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 5
D. 9
Answer: B. 2
Explanation: Of the 13 claimed burial sites, remains were found in two locations (one partial skeleton, one skull & bones) per reports.
54. Which judicial action was taken in relation to KEA’s admission rules for OCI (Overseas Citizenship of India) card-holders in Karnataka?
A. Supreme Court struck down KEA rules
B. Legislature passed a new act
C. High Court directed KEA to amend its rules
D. The Governor vetoed the rules
Answer: C. High Court directed KEA to amend its rules
Explanation: The Karnataka High Court directed KEA to align its admission criteria with Supreme Court rulings for OCI card-holders.
55. Which state infrastructure upgrade was announced in Karnataka in July 2025 to support future data centres?
A. 33 kV to 66 kV grid upgrade
B. 400 kV to 765 kV ultra-high voltage lines
C. Solar microgrid rollout
D. Fiber-optic grid modernization
Answer: B. 400 kV to 765 kV ultra-high voltage lines
Explanation: Karnataka planned to upgrade power transmission from 400 kV to 765 kV to support data centres.
56. Which new centre was Karnataka set to host, focused on space technology, as per July reports?
A. National Space Research Centre
B. State Centre of Excellence in Space Tech
C. Satellite Manufacturing Hub
D. Space Launch Facility
Answer: B. State Centre of Excellence in Space Tech
Explanation: Karnataka was to host India’s first state-level Centre of Excellence in space technology in Bengaluru.
57. Which International event occurred in Bangladesh in July 2025 marking political violence?
A. Dhaka Stadium Clash
B. Gopalganj Clashes
C. Chittagong Protests
D. Khulna Riots
Answer: B. Gopalganj Clashes
Explanation: On 16 July 2025, violent clashes occurred in Gopalganj during a rally by the National Citizen Party.
58. Which newly passed / introduced Act in India, linked to sports governance, was discussed in July 2025?
A. National Sports Code of 2025
B. National Sports Governance Act, 2025
C. Indian Olympic Reforms Act
D. Sports Ethics & Fair Play Act
Answer: B. National Sports Governance Act, 2025
Explanation: The National Sports Governance Bill was introduced on 23 July 2025, which later became the Act.
59. Which index in India hit a record high in March 2025, as reported in July?
A. Industrial Production Index
B. Digital Payments Index
C. Services PMI
D. Inflation Index
Answer: B. Digital Payments Index
Explanation: Reports in July 2025 mention that the Digital Payments Index reached a record high in March.
60. Who passed away in July 2025, a noted Indian economist and politician?
A. Amartya Sen
B. Manmohan Singh
C. Meghnad Desai
D. C. Rangarajan
Answer: C. Meghnad Desai
Explanation: Lord Meghnad Desai’s death was noted in the July 2025 current affairs compilation.
61. Which U.S. measure impacted Indian exports in July 2025?
A. Import quotas
B. 25% tariff on specific Indian goods
C. Sanctions on Indian firms
D. Export subsidy ban
Answer: B. 25% tariff on specific Indian goods
Explanation: The U.S. imposed a 25% tariff on some Indian goods, as reported in July.
62. Which satellite mission’s launch or status was prominent in July 2025’s news?
A. Chandrayaan-4
B. NISAR
C. GSAT-7C
D. Aditya-L1
Answer: B. NISAR
Explanation: The NISAR (NASA-ISRO mission) was among the notable developments mentioned in July 2025 reports.
63. Which scheme or campaign was Karnataka reported to launch in its coastal districts in July 2025?
A. Coastal Cleanliness Drive
B. Karavaliya Neladalli Souharda Sanchara (Harmonious Walk in Coastal Land)
C. Fisher Welfare Scheme
D. Mangrove Rejuvenation Campaign
Answer: B. Karavaliya Neladalli Souharda Sanchara
Explanation: The campaign was launched in Udupi / Dakshina Kannada districts to promote communal harmony.
64. Which legislative or regulatory framework was proposed in July 2025 by the Centre for OTT platforms?
A. OTT Freedom Bill
B. Framework to regulate obscene/indecent OTT content
C. OTT Licensing Act
D. Digital Streaming Permit Act
Answer: B. Framework to regulate obscene/indecent OTT content
Explanation: The Centre proposed a framework to regulate obscenity and indecent content on OTT platforms in late July. (From news compilations)
65. Which city’s small traders in Karnataka raised objections about receiving GST notices tied to UPI transactions?
A. Bengaluru
B. Mysuru
C. Hubballi
D. Statewide (via the CM’s comments)
Answer: D. Statewide (via the CM’s comments)
Explanation: The Karnataka CM said the government would consult the Union & State commercial taxes departments concerning UPI-based GST notices to small/micro traders statewide.
66. Which major compilation source provides a monthly summary of July 2025 current affairs (useful for exams)?
A. Yojana Magazine
B. Legacy IAS’s Monthly Compilation
C. Economic Survey Monthly
D. RBI Monthly Review
Answer: B. Legacy IAS’s Monthly Compilation
Explanation: Legacy IAS published a monthly compilation for July 2025 covering key current affairs.
67. Which platform / portal was extended to support 22 languages as of July 2025?
A. CoWIN
B. Sanchar Saathi
C. BHIM UPI
D. UMANG
Answer: B. Sanchar Saathi
Explanation: The Sanchar Saathi portal was reported to support 22 languages.
68. Which region discovered a new frog species in mid-2025, mentioned in July compendiums?
A. Western Ghats
B. Meghalaya
C. Andaman Islands
D. Sikkim
Answer: B. Meghalaya
Explanation: A new frog species was discovered in Meghalaya, as per July summaries.
69. Which negative inflation indicator was recorded in India in June 2025, as reported in July?
A. CPI inflation at –0.5%
B. WPI inflation at –0.13%
C. Core inflation negative
D. Food index negative
Answer: B. WPI inflation at –0.13%
Explanation: The WPI (Wholesale Price Index) inflation for June 2025 was –0.13%, noted in July news.
70. Which sector did the Karnataka government plan to upgrade its transmission to 765 kV in July 2025?
A. Renewable energy sector only
B. Urban distribution networks
C. Transmission lines supporting data centres
D. Rural electrification lines
Answer: C. Transmission lines supporting data centres
Explanation: The upgrade from 400 kV to 765 kV was meant to support the power demand of data centres.
71. Which mission/initiative was reported in July 2025 as a key push by India in AI development?
A. AI Bharat Mission
B. IndiaAI Mission
C. AI for All Campaign
D. National AI Grid
Answer: B. IndiaAI Mission
Explanation: In July 2025, India was reported to be advancing its artificial intelligence capabilities under the “IndiaAI Mission.”
72. Which content regulation move did the Indian government take in late July 2025 regarding OTT platforms?
A. Banned all foreign OTT platforms
B. Blocked ~25 OTTs for obscenity
C. Imposed a 30% tax on OTT subscriptions
D. Required OTTs to publish viewer data
Answer: B. Blocked ~25 OTTs for obscenity
Explanation: The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting blocked about 25 OTT platforms for repeated violations relating to obscene content and proposed a framework to regulate content.
73. In July 2025, which country was part of a MoU on maritime security with India during the 13th JDCC meeting?
A. Saudi Arabia
B. UAE
C. Oman
D. Maldives
Answer: B. UAE
Explanation: During the 13th JDCC meeting, India and UAE signed an MoU on maritime security & safety cooperation.
74. Which Indian national park/reserve recorded the 3rd-highest tiger density, per July 2025 reports?
A. Bandhavgarh
B. Satpura
C. Kaziranga
D. Periyar
Answer: C. Kaziranga
Explanation: As per July’s current affairs compendiums, Kaziranga had the 3rd-highest tiger density in India.
75. Which financial index reached a record high in March 2025, reported in July?
A. Digital Payments Index
B. Services PMI
C. Manufacturing PMI
D. Inflation Index
Answer: A. Digital Payments Index
Explanation: The Digital Payments Index hit a record high in March 2025 as reported in July.
76. Which prominent personality passed away in July 2025, noted in the news?
A. Gulzar
B. Raghuram Rajan
C. Meghnad Desai
D. Shashi Tharoor
Answer: C. Meghnad Desai
Explanation: Lord Meghnad Desai’s passing was one of the notable obituaries in July’s current affairs.
77. When was the National Sports Governance Bill introduced in Lok Sabha?
A. 1 July 2025
B. 10 July 2025
C. 23 July 2025
D. 31 July 2025
Answer: C. 23 July 2025
Explanation: The bill was introduced on 23 July 2025 and later became the National Sports Governance Act.
78. Which major international summit was held in July 2025 where India was announced as the next chair of the group?
A. ASEAN Summit
B. SCO Summit
C. BRICS Summit
D. G7 Summit
Answer: C. BRICS Summit
Explanation: The 17th BRICS Summit was held in July 2025, and India was selected to be the next chair.
79. What was one of the key thematic focuses at the BRICS 2025 summit?
A. Deep-sea mining
B. Governance of Artificial Intelligence
C. Global tourism
D. Space colonization
Answer: B. Governance of Artificial Intelligence
Explanation: AI governance featured as a significant agenda item during the BRICS Summit 2025.
80. Which alarming hoax incident involving schools occurred in early July 2025?
A. Coal mine blast hoax
B. Flood warning hoax
C. Bomb threat hoaxes in Vadodara
D. Fire alarm hoax in Delhi schools
Answer: C. Bomb threat hoaxes in Vadodara
Explanation: From 23 June to 4 July 2025, several private schools in Vadodara received bomb hoax threats, causing panic, though no explosives were found.
81. In the Vadodara bomb hoax cases, what was the suspected identity used by the perpetrators?
A. Phoenix Warriors
B. Red Hawks
C. Madras Tigers
D. Mumbai Tigers
Answer: C. Madras Tigers
Explanation: The signature “Madras Tigers” was used in the hoax emails.
82. Which country did China refer to when calling the Dalai Lama succession issue a “thorn” in bilateral ties in July 2025?
A. Nepal
B. Bhutan
C. India
D. Sri Lanka
Answer: C. India
Explanation: China described the Dalai Lama succession issue as a “thorn” in its relations with India.
83. Which violent event occurred in Bangladesh on 16 July 2025?
A. Dhaka Stadium Attack
B. Chittagong Riots
C. Gopalganj Clashes
D. Khulna Siege
Answer: C. Gopalganj Clashes
Explanation: On 16 July 2025, clashes erupted in Gopalganj, Bangladesh around a rally of the National Citizen Party.
84. Which framework/trend in defense was India reported to initiate in July 2025 for disaster relief?
A. Operation Cyclone Aid
B. Operation Himalayan Care
C. Operation Jal Rahat 2
D. Operation Coastal Shield
Answer: C. Operation Jal Rahat 2
Explanation: India launched “Operation Jal Rahat 2” to assist in floods and related disasters in mountain and northeast regions.
85. Which Indian-UAE mechanism meets regularly and had its 13th meeting in July 2025?
A. India-UAE Strategic Dialogue
B. India-UAE Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC)
C. India-UAE Council of Economic Cooperation
D. India-UAE Cultural Council
Answer: B. India-UAE Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC)
Explanation: The 13th meeting of JDCC between India and UAE took place in July 2025.
86. Which national event was scheduled between 10–12 July 2025, focusing on Indian knowledge traditions?
A. Vedic Heritage Summit
B. India Heritage Festival
C. Conference on Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)
D. Traditional Sciences Symposium
Answer: C. Conference on Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)
Explanation: The IKS conference was held from 10 to 12 July at JNU, organized by IKSHA and others.
87. Which field recorded a newly discovered species in Meghalaya, reported in July 2025?
A. Insect
B. Orchid
C. Frog
D. Bird
Answer: C. Frog
Explanation: A new frog species was reported from Meghalaya in the month’s current affairs summary.
88. Which state’s groundwater reportedly rose ~13 metres under a scheme by July 2025?
A. Rajasthan
B. Telangana
C. Karnataka
D. Maharashtra
Answer: C. Karnataka
Explanation: In Karnataka, under the Atal Bhujal Yojana pilot, an average rise of ~13 metres in groundwater was reported in July.
89. Which policy did the Karnataka Cabinet approve in July 2025 for women employees?
A. Women’s Skill Development Act
B. One-day Menstrual Leave per month
C. Free health check-up benefit
D. Maternity leave extension
Answer: B. One-day Menstrual Leave per month
Explanation: Karnataka became the first state to approve a policy giving women employees one day of menstrual leave each month.
90. Which amendment was passed into law by Parliament in 2025 related to sports governance?
A. Sports Regulation (Amendment) Act
B. National Sports Governance Act, 2025
C. Sports Ethics Act
D. Sports Dispute Resolution Act
Answer: B. National Sports Governance Act, 2025
Explanation: The National Sports Governance Bill was passed (or in process) and became the National Sports Governance Act, 2025.
91. Which kind of content was specifically targeted in the framework proposed for OTT regulation?
A. Political satire
B. Violent content
C. Obscene / indecent content
D. Religious content
Answer: C. Obscene / indecent content
Explanation: The proposed framework aimed at regulating obscene or indecent content on OTT platforms under IT law.
92. Which report or platform publishes a monthly “Current Affairs of July 2025” summary useful for exam prep?
A. Economic Survey
B. Insights on India
C. RBI Monthly Review
D. Lancet Global Review
Answer: B. Insights on India
Explanation: Insights on India provides a monthly compilation of current affairs, including for July 2025.
93. Which country imposed a 25% tariff on Indian goods as reported in July 2025?
A. China
B. EU (European Union)
C. United States
D. Australia
Answer: C. United States
Explanation: The United States imposed a 25% tariff on certain Indian goods, a matter highlighted in July briefs.
94. Which key satellite mission was in the news in July 2025 involving India?
A. Chandrayaan-4
B. GSAT-7C
C. NISAR (NASA-ISRO)
D. Aditya-L1
Answer: C. NISAR
Explanation: The NISAR project, a joint NASA-ISRO earth observation mission, was reported in July 2025 news.
95. Which India–UAE defense tie mechanism saw an MoU in maritime security during the 13th JDCC?
A. Joint Air Force Command
B. Naval Fleet Sharing
C. Maritime Security & Safety Cooperation MoU
D. Coastal Radar Network Sharing
Answer: C. Maritime Security & Safety Cooperation MoU
Explanation: Alongside the JDCC meeting, India & UAE signed a MoU on maritime security & safety cooperation.
96. Which festival or day was observed in early July 2025?
A. World Environment Day
B. World Zoonoses Day
C. International Day of Yoga
D. Nelson Mandela Day
Answer: B. World Zoonoses Day
Explanation: World Zoonoses Day is observed on 6 July.
97. Which statue was unveiled at the NDA in early July 2025?
A. Rani Lakshmibai
B. Shivaji
C. Peshwa Bajirao I
D. Chandragupta Maurya
Answer: C. Peshwa Bajirao I
Explanation: An equestrian statue of Peshwa Bajirao I was unveiled at NDA campus by the Home Minister.
98. Which state’s campaign “Harialo mission” for massive plantation drive appeared in July 2025 quizzes?
A. Haryana
B. Rajasthan
C. Uttar Pradesh
D. Gujarat
Answer: C. Uttar Pradesh
Explanation: A quiz question for July 2025 mentions a plantation drive “Harialo mission” launched in UP.
99. CERT-In (Indian Computer Emergency Response Team) functions under which ministry?
A. Ministry of Home Affairs
B. Ministry of Electronics & IT
C. Ministry of Science & Technology
D. Ministry of Communication
Answer: B. Ministry of Electronics & IT
Explanation: CERT-In is an operational body under the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology.
100. What is a key goal of the National Sports Governance Act, 2025?
A. To ban private sports academies
B. To unify governance, ethics & dispute resolution in sports
C. To regulate ticket pricing in stadiums
D. To merge all sports bodies into one
Answer: B. To unify governance, ethics & dispute resolution in sports
Explanation: The Act aims to provide a statutory framework for recognition, ethics, governance, and grievance resolution for national sports bodies, aligning them with global best practices.