{"id":14682,"date":"2025-10-16T11:23:07","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T10:23:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mcqsadda.com\/?p=14682"},"modified":"2025-10-17T06:18:35","modified_gmt":"2025-10-17T05:18:35","slug":"july-2025-current-affairs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mcqsadda.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/16\/july-2025-current-affairs\/","title":{"rendered":"July 2025 &#8211; Current Affairs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">1. In July 2025, India carried out cross-border drone strikes against insurgent camps in which country?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Bangladesh<br>B. Nepal<br>C. Myanmar<br>D. Pakistan<br><strong>Answer: C. Myanmar<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> On 13 July 2025, India conducted drone strikes targeting insurgent camps (ULFA, etc.) in Myanmar\u2019s border regions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">2. Which bill related to sports governance was introduced in Lok Sabha in July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. National Sports Promotion Bill, 2025<br>B. National Sports Governance Bill, 2025<br>C. Indian Olympic Governance Bill, 2025<br>D. National Physical Fitness Bill, 2025<br><strong>Answer: B. National Sports Governance Bill, 2025<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> 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. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">3. What major event related to OTT regulation was in the news around July 27\u201328, 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Banning all OTT apps<br>B. Framework for regulating obscene and OTT content<br>C. Merger of regulatory agencies<br>D. Deregulation of OTT content<br><strong>Answer: B. Framework for regulating obscene and OTT content<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Ministry of Information &amp; Broadcasting blocked ~25 OTT platforms for repeated violations and proposed a framework to regulate obscene\/indecent content under IT law. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">4. In July 2025, which major satellite launch involving India was reported in current affairs?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Chandrayaan-4<br>B. NISAR (NASA-ISRO)<br>C. GSAT-7C<br>D. Aditya-L1<br><strong>Answer: B. NISAR<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Reports in July 2025 mention the successful launch and developments related to NISAR, a joint NASA-ISRO Earth observation mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">5. In July 2025, India &amp; UAE strengthened defence ties via which meeting mechanism?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Joint Strategic Dialogue (JSD)<br>B. Joint Defence Council (JDC)<br>C. Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC)<br>D. Strategic Defence Initiative (SDI)<br><strong>Answer: C. Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC)<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> India and UAE strengthened defence ties at the 13th JDCC meeting in July 2025. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">6. Which Indian tiger reserve recorded the 3rd-highest tiger density in India as per July 2025 reports?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Bandipur<br>B. Kaziranga<br>C. Sundarbans<br>D. Corbett<br><strong>Answer: B. Kaziranga<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> In the July 2025 monthly current affairs, Kaziranga was reported to have the 3rd-highest density of tigers among Indian reserves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">7. Which international tariff action impacted Indian goods in July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. EU imposed 10% duty<br>B. US imposed 25% tariff<br>C. China imposed anti-dumping duty<br>D. Australia banned imports<br><strong>Answer: B. US imposed 25% tariff<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> In July 2025, the US imposed a 25% tariff on certain Indian goods, which was widely reported in current affairs summaries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">8. What important conference on indigenous knowledge was held in mid-July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. International Conference on Ayurveda<br>B. World Heritage Knowledge Systems Summit<br>C. Conference on Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)<br>D. Vedic Knowledge Symposium<br><strong>Answer: C. Conference on Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> From July 10\u201312, 2025, a conference on Indian Knowledge Systems was held at JNU, supported by IKSHA, ICHR, etc. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">9. Which contentious issue did China describe as a \u201cthorn\u201d in its relations with India in July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Border disputes in Ladakh<br>B. Succession of the Dalai Lama<br>C. Trade tariffs<br>D. Water treaties<br><strong>Answer: B. Succession of the Dalai Lama<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> In July 2025, China called the Dalai Lama succession issue a \u201cthorn\u201d in relations with India. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">10. Which Indian scheme, launched in July 2025, aims to promote GI-tagged products and One District One Product (ODOP)?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. PM Ekta Mall<br>B. Saathi Bazaar<br>C. Bharat Udyog Mall<br>D. India Local Mart<br><strong>Answer: A. PM Ekta Mall<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The PM Ekta Mall initiative, launched in July, is intended to promote GI-tagged goods and ODOP products. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">11. In July 2025, a serious investigation was launched in Karnataka over           allegations of mass burials in which place?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Belur<br>B. Udupi<br>C. Dharmasthala<br>D. Hampi<br><strong>Answer: C. Dharmasthala<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The \u201cDharmasthala mass burial case\u201d came to light in July 2025, with allegations of murder and mass burials in the temple town of Dharmasthala, Karnataka. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">12. Between January 2022 and July 2025, how many cyberbullying cases were recorded in Karnataka?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. 150<br>B. 220<br>C. 315<br>D. 400<br><strong>Answer: C. 315<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Karnataka recorded 315 cyberbullying cases during that period, registered under Section 67B of the IT Act. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">13. Which district in Karnataka launched a dengue and malaria prevention drive in July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Mysuru<br>B. Bengaluru Urban<br>C. Udupi<br>D. Mangaluru<br><strong>Answer: C. Udupi<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Udupi district planned a preventive campaign for dengue and malaria in June\u2013July 2025. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">14. Which Karnataka political figure in July 2025 responded to BJP accusations about a convention in Mysuru being a show of strength?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Basavaraj Bommai<br>B. B. S. Yediyurappa<br>C. Siddaramaiah<br>D. H. D. Kumaraswamy<br><strong>Answer: C. Siddaramaiah<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Chief Minister Siddaramaiah denied that the Mysuru convention was a show of strength, calling it a development event. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">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)?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. National Sports Governance Act<br>B. Right to Regulate OTT Act<br>C. Cybersecurity Governance Act<br>D. Constitutional Amendment for removal of ministers<br><strong>Answer: A. National Sports Governance Act<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The National Sports Governance Bill (later Act) was introduced in July 2025 in Lok Sabha, with countrywide implications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">16. World Zoonoses Day is observed annually on which date (noted in early   July 2025)?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. July 4<br>B. July 6<br>C. July 12<br>D. July 14<br><strong>Answer: B. July 6<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> World Zoonoses Day is observed on 6 July each year, commemorating Louis Pasteur\u2019s first rabies vaccination in 1885. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">17. Which equestrian statue was unveiled at the National Defence Academy (NDA) in July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Shivaji<br>B. Tipu Sultan<br>C. Peshwa Bajirao I<br>D. Rani Lakshmi Bai<br><strong>Answer: C. Peshwa Bajirao I<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> An equestrian statue of Peshwa Bajirao I was unveiled at NDA campus in Pune by the Home Minister in early July.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">18. Which international political event took place in Bangladesh in mid-July 2025 involving clashes and protests?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Dhaka General Strike<br>B. Gopalganj clashes<br>C. Chittagong Riots<br>D. Bangladesh Parliament dissolution<br><strong>Answer: B. Gopalganj clashes<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> On 16 July 2025, violent clashes occurred in Gopalganj during a rally by the National Citizen Party. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">19. Which of the following is a correct pairing in the July 2025 current affairs?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. India &amp; EU \u2013 13th JDCC<br>B. India &amp; UAE \u2013 13th JDCC<br>C. India &amp; Saudi \u2013 13th JDCC<br>D. India &amp; UK \u2013 13th JDCC<br><strong>Answer: B. India &amp; UAE \u2013 13th JDCC<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The India-UAE ties were strengthened in July 2025 through the 13th meeting of their Joint Defence Cooperation Committee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">20. Which committee was formed (or tasked) in relation to investigating the mass burial allegations in Dharmasthala?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. A Special Investigation Team (SIT)<br>B. A Judicial Commission<br>C. A State Vigilance Bureau<br>D. A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) unit<br><strong>Answer: A. A Special Investigation Team (SIT)<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> A SIT was constituted to probe the allegations of burial sites in Dharmasthala.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">21. Which state became the first in India to approve a menstrual leave policy (one day per month for women employees) in July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Kerala<br>B. Tamil Nadu<br>C. Karnataka<br>D. Maharashtra<br><strong>Answer: C. Karnataka<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Karnataka Cabinet approved a menstrual leave policy, entitling women employees (public &amp; private) to one day\u2019s leave every month. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">22. What is the name of the state-level bill introduced in Karnataka in July 2025 to penalize fake news \/ misinformation?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Karnataka Digital Integrity Bill<br>B. Karnataka Mis-Information and Fake News (Prohibition) Bill, 2025<br>C. Karnataka Cyber Misinformation Act<br>D. Karnataka Truth in Media Bill<br><strong>Answer: B. Karnataka Mis-Information and Fake News (Prohibition) Bill, 2025<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> This is a pioneering state-level attempt to define and penalize fake news; includes prison term up to 7 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">23. Which major bridge was inaugurated in Karnataka in July 2025 by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Sadashiva Bridge<br>B. Sigandur Bridge<br>C. Sharavathi River Bridge<br>D. Malpe\u2013Udupi Overpass<br><strong>Answer: B. Sigandur Bridge<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Sigandur bridge in Shivamogga district, India\u2019s second-longest cable-stayed bridge, was inaugurated on 16 July 2025. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">24. Which free trade agreement was signed on 24 July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. India \u2013 EU FTA<br>B. India \u2013 Australia FTA<br>C. India \u2013 UK FTA<br>D. India \u2013 Canada FTA<br><strong>Answer: C. India \u2013 UK FTA<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The India\u2013UK Free Trade Agreement was signed on 24 July 2025, with Minister Piyush Goyal accompanying PM Modi to London. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">25. What new athletic competition was held in India in July 2025, named after a famed Indian athlete?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Milkha Singh Open<br>B. P.T. Usha Classic<br>C. Neeraj Chopra Classic<br>D. Hima Das Invitational<br><strong>Answer: C. Neeraj Chopra Classic<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The first edition of the \u201cNeeraj Chopra Classic\u201d javelin competition was held on 5 July 2025 in Bengaluru. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">26. Which of the following sectors recorded a \u201crecord high\u201d index in India in March 2025, as reported in July?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Industrial Production Index<br>B. Digital Payments Index<br>C. Services PMI<br>D. Inflation Index<br><strong>Answer: B. Digital Payments Index<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Digital Payments Index in India hit a record high (value 493.22) as per reports in July 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">27. Which missile system did India successfully test in July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Agni-V<br>B. Pralay<br>C. Prahaar<br>D. Nirbhay<br><strong>Answer: B. Pralay<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Reports in July mention the successful test of the \u201cPralay\u201d quasi-ballistic missile system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">28. Which Indian defence cooperation exercise began between India &amp; Singapore in July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Exercise Malabar<br>B. Exercise Varuna<br>C. Exercise Bold Kurukshetra<br>D. Exercise Yudh Abhyas<br><strong>Answer: C. Exercise Bold Kurukshetra<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The joint military exercise \u201cBold Kurukshetra\u201d between India and Singapore commenced in July 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">29. In July 2025, the U.S. and EU struck a framework for which of the following?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Climate cooperation<br>B. Trade deal<br>C. Defence pact<br>D. Space collaboration<br><strong>Answer: B. Trade deal<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> A framework trade agreement was struck between the U.S. and EU in July 2025. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\"><strong>30. Which iconic Indian economist\/politician passed away in July 2025?<br><\/strong><\/mark>A. Amartya Sen<br>B. Manmohan Singh<br>C. Meghnad Desai<br>D. C. Rangarajan<br><strong>Answer: C. Meghnad Desai<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Lord Meghnad Desai\u2019s passing was noted in the July 2025 current affairs summary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">31. Which app was extended to support 22 languages as of July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. UPI App<br>B. Sanchar Saathi<br>C. CoWIN<br>D. Aarogya Setu<br><strong>Answer: B. Sanchar Saathi<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Sanchar Saathi portal\/app was made available in 22 languages as per the monthly current affairs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">32. What discovery was reported from Meghalaya in July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. New mammal species<br>B. New frog species<br>C. New bird species<br>D. New orchid species<br><strong>Answer: B. New frog species<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> A new frog species was discovered in Meghalaya, as per July\u2019s current affairs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">33. Which state in India saw its groundwater levels rise by ~13 metres under a scheme in July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Rajasthan<br>B. Karnataka<br>C. Gujarat<br>D. Maharashtra<br><strong>Answer: B. Karnataka<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Under the Atal Bhujal Yojana pilot in Karnataka\u2019s districts, an average ~13 m rise in groundwater was reported in July. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">34. Which child-marriage-related move did the Karnataka cabinet approve in July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Raising marriageable age<br>B. Criminalising engagements of minors<br>C. Banning dowry completely<br>D. Mandatory counselling before child marriage<br><strong>Answer: B. Criminalising engagements of minors<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Karnataka Cabinet approved an amendment making engagements of minors (before marriage) punishable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">35. Which alarming case of alleged mass burials and disappearances came to light in July 2025 in Karnataka?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Hampi mass graves<br>B. Mangalore burials<br>C. Mysuru disappearances<br>D. Dharmasthala mass burial case<br><strong>Answer: D. Dharmasthala mass burial case<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Dharmasthala mass burial allegations, covering many years, surfaced in July 2025 and triggered SIT investigation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">36. In the Dharmasthala case, how many sites (out of 13 claimed) yielded human remains as of the first excavation reports?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. 1<br>B. 2<br>C. 5<br>D. 9<br><strong>Answer: B. 2<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Of the 13 claimed burial sites, exhumations found human skull &amp; bones or partial skeletons at two locations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">37. The 2025 bomb hoax series targeted schools in which Indian city around early July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Surat<br>B. Vadodara<br>C. Ahmedabad<br>D. Rajkot<br><strong>Answer: B. Vadodara<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> A string of bomb threat hoaxes targeted private schools in Vadodara between 23 June and 4 July 2025. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">38. Which language film \u201cKapata Nataka Sutradhari\u201d released in July 2025 is a political satire?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Telugu<br>B. Kannada<br>C. Tamil<br>D. Malayalam<br><strong>Answer: B. Kannada<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> \u201cKapata Nataka Sutradhari\u201d is a 2025 Kannada political satire film released on 4 July. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">39. Which major water-sharing move did Karnataka make in July 2025 after heavy rains?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Withholding Cauvery water<br>B. Suprlus release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu<br>C. Building a new dam<br>D. Declaring water emergency<br><strong>Answer: B. Surplus release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Karnataka released a record 74.1 TMC ft of surplus Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu after heavy rains. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">40. Which region in Karnataka saw the launch of a communal harmony campaign in mid-July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Bengaluru Urban<br>B. Belagavi<br>C. Udupi \/ Dakshina Kannada<br>D. Mysuru<br><strong>Answer: C. Udupi \/ Dakshina Kannada<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The \u201cKaravaliya Neladalli Souharda Sanchara\u201d campaign was launched in coastal districts (Udupi and Dakshina Kannada) to promote communal harmony. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">41. Which committee was asked to reconsider KEA\u2019s admission rules for OCI card\u2013holders (non-citizens) in Karnataka?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. High Court<br>B. Supreme Court<br>C. Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) itself<br>D. Karnataka State Commission for Backward Classes<br><strong>Answer: A. High Court<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Karnataka High Court directed KEA to amend admission rules to align with SC rulings for OCI-holders. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">42. How many maternal deaths were audited in Karnataka leading to the new \u201cMission Zero Preventable Maternal Deaths\u201d plan?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. 430<br>B. 530<br>C. 630<br>D. 730<br><strong>Answer: B. 530<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> An audit of 530 maternal deaths in 2024\u201325 identified preventable causes, which informed the new action plan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">43. Which is NOT a component of Karnataka\u2019s maternal death reduction plan approved in July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Strengthening ICU beds in hospitals<br>B. Setting up specialised call centers<br>C. Upgrading ambulance services<br>D. Digital childbirth monitoring system<br><strong>Answer: C. Upgrading ambulance services<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> 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). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">44. Which body held the executive role in the Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC) meeting in July 2025 between India &amp; UAE?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Prime Ministers\u2019 offices<br>B. Defence Ministries<br>C. External Affairs Ministries<br>D. Strategic Affairs Office<br><strong>Answer: B. Defence Ministries<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The JDCC is a defence cooperation mechanism, so the meeting is between defence ministries of India &amp; UAE. (This is implied in reports on India-UAE defence strengthening.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">45. Which nation imposed a 25% tariff on Indian goods in July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. European Union<br>B. United States<br>C. China<br>D. Australia<br><strong>Answer: B. United States<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> In July 2025, reports indicated that the U.S. imposed a 25% tariff on certain Indian goods. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">46. Which major summit was held in early July 2025, where India was announced as the next chair of the block?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. G20 Summit<br>B. BRICS Summit<br>C. SCO Summit<br>D. ASEAN Summit<br><strong>Answer: B. BRICS Summit<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The 17th BRICS Summit was held in Rio de Janeiro in July 2025. India was selected to assume the BRICS rotating chair in 2026. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">47. Which topic became a key agenda item in the 17th BRICS Summit in July 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Space exploration<br>B. Artificial Intelligence governance<br>C. Global tourism<br>D. Cyber warfare treaties<br><strong>Answer: B. Artificial Intelligence governance<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The BRICS leaders adopted a declaration on global governance of AI during the summit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">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?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Operation Flood Relief<br>B. Operation Himalayan Rescue<br>C. Operation Jal Rahat 2<br>D. Operation Green Earth<br><strong>Answer: C. Operation Jal Rahat 2<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> India launched \u201cOperation Jal Rahat 2\u201d for flood rescue and relief in mountainous and northeast states. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">49. In July 2025, which report revealed that India ranked 3rd globally in fintech startup funding?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Tracxn Geo Semi-Annual FinTech Report<br>B. Global Fintech Index Report<br>C. KPMG Fintech Landscape Report<br>D. CB Insights Fintech Report<br><strong>Answer: A. Tracxn Geo Semi-Annual FinTech Report<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Bengaluru-based Tracxn\u2019s report showed India ranks third globally in fintech startup funding. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">50. Which major infrastructure bridge was inaugurated in Karnataka in July 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Sharavathi River Bridge<br>B. Sigandur Cable-Stayed Bridge<br>C. Malpe Coastal Bridge<br>D. Vidhana Soudha Overpass<br><strong>Answer: B. Sigandur Cable-Stayed Bridge<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Union Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurated the Sigandur bridge, India\u2019s second\u2010longest cable-stayed bridge, in Karnataka. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">51. Which policy did the Karnataka Cabinet approve in July 2025, making it a first among Indian states?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. State-level climate tax<br>B. Menstrual leave for women employees<br>C. Universal basic income pilot<br>D. State NFT regulation law<br><strong>Answer: B. Menstrual leave for women employees<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Karnataka approved a policy granting women employees (government &amp; private) one day of menstrual leave per month. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">52. Which bill was approved by Karnataka Cabinet in July 2025 to penalize underage engagements?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Karnataka Digital Safety Bill<br>B. Prohibition of Child Marriage (Karnataka Amendment) Bill, 2025<br>C. Karnataka Youth Welfare Bill<br>D. Karnataka Marital Age Enforcement Act<br><strong>Answer: B. Prohibition of Child Marriage (Karnataka Amendment) Bill, 2025<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Cabinet approved a bill to criminalise engagements of minors (before marriage). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">53. In the Dharmasthala mass burial case, how many identified sites had yielded human remains as of early excavation reports?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. 1<br>B. 2<br>C. 5<br>D. 9<br><strong>Answer: B. 2<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Of the 13 claimed burial sites, remains were found in two locations (one partial skeleton, one skull &amp; bones) per reports. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">54. Which judicial action was taken in relation to KEA\u2019s admission rules for OCI (Overseas Citizenship of India) card-holders in Karnataka?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Supreme Court struck down KEA rules<br>B. Legislature passed a new act<br>C. High Court directed KEA to amend its rules<br>D. The Governor vetoed the rules<br><strong>Answer: C. High Court directed KEA to amend its rules<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Karnataka High Court directed KEA to align its admission criteria with Supreme Court rulings for OCI card-holders. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">55. Which state infrastructure upgrade was announced in Karnataka in July 2025 to support future data centres?<\/mark><\/strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\"><br><\/mark>A. 33 kV to 66 kV grid upgrade<br>B. 400 kV to 765 kV ultra-high voltage lines<br>C. Solar microgrid rollout<br>D. Fiber-optic grid modernization<br><strong>Answer: B. 400 kV to 765 kV ultra-high voltage lines<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Karnataka planned to upgrade power transmission from 400 kV to 765 kV to support data centres.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">56. Which new centre was Karnataka set to host, focused on space technology, as per July reports?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. National Space Research Centre<br>B. State Centre of Excellence in Space Tech<br>C. Satellite Manufacturing Hub<br>D. Space Launch Facility<br><strong>Answer: B. State Centre of Excellence in Space Tech<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Karnataka was to host India\u2019s first state-level Centre of Excellence in space technology in Bengaluru.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">57. Which International event occurred in Bangladesh in July 2025 marking political violence?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Dhaka Stadium Clash<br>B. Gopalganj Clashes<br>C. Chittagong Protests<br>D. Khulna Riots<br><strong>Answer: B. Gopalganj Clashes<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> On 16 July 2025, violent clashes occurred in Gopalganj during a rally by the National Citizen Party.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">58. Which newly passed \/ introduced Act in India, linked to sports governance, was discussed in July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. National Sports Code of 2025<br>B. National Sports Governance Act, 2025<br>C. Indian Olympic Reforms Act<br>D. Sports Ethics &amp; Fair Play Act<br><strong>Answer: B. National Sports Governance Act, 2025<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The National Sports Governance Bill was introduced on 23 July 2025, which later became the Act.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\"><strong>59. Which index in India hit a record high in March 2025, as reported in July?<\/strong><br><\/mark>A. Industrial Production Index<br>B. Digital Payments Index<br>C. Services PMI<br>D. Inflation Index<br><strong>Answer: B. Digital Payments Index<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Reports in July 2025 mention that the Digital Payments Index reached a record high in March.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">60. Who passed away in July 2025, a noted Indian economist and politician?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Amartya Sen<br>B. Manmohan Singh<br>C. Meghnad Desai<br>D. C. Rangarajan<br><strong>Answer: C. Meghnad Desai<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Lord Meghnad Desai\u2019s death was noted in the July 2025 current affairs compilation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">61. Which U.S. measure impacted Indian exports in July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Import quotas<br>B. 25% tariff on specific Indian goods<br>C. Sanctions on Indian firms<br>D. Export subsidy ban<br><strong>Answer: B. 25% tariff on specific Indian goods<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The U.S. imposed a 25% tariff on some Indian goods, as reported in July. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">62. Which satellite mission\u2019s launch or status was prominent in July 2025\u2019s news?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Chandrayaan-4<br>B. NISAR<br>C. GSAT-7C<br>D. Aditya-L1<br><strong>Answer: B. NISAR<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The NISAR (NASA-ISRO mission) was among the notable developments mentioned in July 2025 reports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">63. Which scheme or campaign was Karnataka reported to launch in its coastal districts in July 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Coastal Cleanliness Drive<br>B. Karavaliya Neladalli Souharda Sanchara (Harmonious Walk in Coastal Land)<br>C. Fisher Welfare Scheme<br>D. Mangrove Rejuvenation Campaign<br><strong>Answer: B. Karavaliya Neladalli Souharda Sanchara<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The campaign was launched in Udupi \/ Dakshina Kannada districts to promote communal harmony. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">64. Which legislative or regulatory framework was proposed in July 2025 by the Centre for OTT platforms?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. OTT Freedom Bill<br>B. Framework to regulate obscene\/indecent OTT content<br>C. OTT Licensing Act<br>D. Digital Streaming Permit Act<br><strong>Answer: B. Framework to regulate obscene\/indecent OTT content<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Centre proposed a framework to regulate obscenity and indecent content on OTT platforms in late July. (From news compilations) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">65. Which city\u2019s small traders in Karnataka raised objections about receiving GST notices tied to UPI transactions?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Bengaluru<br>B. Mysuru<br>C. Hubballi<br>D. Statewide (via the CM\u2019s comments)<br><strong>Answer: D. Statewide (via the CM\u2019s comments)<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Karnataka CM said the government would consult the Union &amp; State commercial taxes departments concerning UPI-based GST notices to small\/micro traders statewide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">66. Which major compilation source provides a monthly summary of July 2025 current affairs (useful for exams)?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Yojana Magazine<br>B. Legacy IAS\u2019s Monthly Compilation<br>C. Economic Survey Monthly<br>D. RBI Monthly Review<br><strong>Answer: B. Legacy IAS\u2019s Monthly Compilation<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Legacy IAS published a monthly compilation for July 2025 covering key current affairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">67. Which platform \/ portal was extended to support 22 languages as of July 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. CoWIN<br>B. Sanchar Saathi<br>C. BHIM UPI<br>D. UMANG<br><strong>Answer: B. Sanchar Saathi<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Sanchar Saathi portal was reported to support 22 languages. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">68. Which region discovered a new frog species in mid-2025, mentioned in July compendiums?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Western Ghats<br>B. Meghalaya<br>C. Andaman Islands<br>D. Sikkim<br><strong>Answer: B. Meghalaya<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> A new frog species was discovered in Meghalaya, as per July summaries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">69. Which negative inflation indicator was recorded in India in June 2025, as reported in July?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. CPI inflation at \u20130.5%<br>B. WPI inflation at \u20130.13%<br>C. Core inflation negative<br>D. Food index negative<br><strong>Answer: B. WPI inflation at \u20130.13%<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The WPI (Wholesale Price Index) inflation for June 2025 was \u20130.13%, noted in July news. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">70. Which sector did the Karnataka government plan to upgrade its transmission to 765 kV in July 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Renewable energy sector only<br>B. Urban distribution networks<br>C. Transmission lines supporting data centres<br>D. Rural electrification lines<br><strong>Answer: C. Transmission lines supporting data centres<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The upgrade from 400 kV to 765 kV was meant to support the power demand of data centres. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">71. Which mission\/initiative was reported in July 2025 as a key push by India in AI development?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. AI Bharat Mission<br>B. IndiaAI Mission<br>C. AI for All Campaign<br>D. National AI Grid<br><strong>Answer: B. IndiaAI Mission<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> In July 2025, India was reported to be advancing its artificial intelligence capabilities under the \u201cIndiaAI Mission.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">72. Which content regulation move did the Indian government take in late July 2025 regarding OTT platforms?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Banned all foreign OTT platforms<br>B. Blocked ~25 OTTs for obscenity<br>C. Imposed a 30% tax on OTT subscriptions<br>D. Required OTTs to publish viewer data<br><strong>Answer: B. Blocked ~25 OTTs for obscenity<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Ministry of Information &amp; Broadcasting blocked about 25 OTT platforms for repeated violations relating to obscene content and proposed a framework to regulate content. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">73. In July 2025, which country was part of a MoU on maritime security with India during the 13th JDCC meeting?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Saudi Arabia<br>B. UAE<br>C. Oman<br>D. Maldives<br><strong>Answer: B. UAE<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> During the 13th JDCC meeting, India and UAE signed an MoU on maritime security &amp; safety cooperation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">74. Which Indian national park\/reserve recorded the 3rd-highest tiger density, per July 2025 reports?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Bandhavgarh<br>B. Satpura<br>C. Kaziranga<br>D. Periyar<br><strong>Answer: C. Kaziranga<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> As per July\u2019s current affairs compendiums, Kaziranga had the 3rd-highest tiger density in India. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">75. Which financial index reached a record high in March 2025, reported in July?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Digital Payments Index<br>B. Services PMI<br>C. Manufacturing PMI<br>D. Inflation Index<br><strong>Answer: A. Digital Payments Index<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The Digital Payments Index hit a record high in March 2025 as reported in July. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">76. Which prominent personality passed away in July 2025, noted in the news?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Gulzar<br>B. Raghuram Rajan<br>C. Meghnad Desai<br>D. Shashi Tharoor<br><strong>Answer: C. Meghnad Desai<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Lord Meghnad Desai\u2019s passing was one of the notable obituaries in July\u2019s current affairs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">77. When was the National Sports Governance Bill introduced in Lok Sabha?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. 1 July 2025<br>B. 10 July 2025<br>C. 23 July 2025<br>D. 31 July 2025<br><strong>Answer: C. 23 July 2025<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The bill was introduced on 23 July 2025 and later became the National Sports Governance Act. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">78. Which major international summit was held in July 2025 where India was announced as the next chair of the group?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. ASEAN Summit<br>B. SCO Summit<br>C. BRICS Summit<br>D. G7 Summit<br><strong>Answer: C. BRICS Summit<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The 17th BRICS Summit was held in July 2025, and India was selected to be the next chair. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">79. What was one of the key thematic focuses at the BRICS 2025 summit?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Deep-sea mining<br>B. Governance of Artificial Intelligence<br>C. Global tourism<br>D. Space colonization<br><strong>Answer: B. Governance of Artificial Intelligence<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> AI governance featured as a significant agenda item during the BRICS Summit 2025. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">80. Which alarming hoax incident involving schools occurred in early July 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Coal mine blast hoax<br>B. Flood warning hoax<br>C. Bomb threat hoaxes in Vadodara<br>D. Fire alarm hoax in Delhi schools<br><strong>Answer: C. Bomb threat hoaxes in Vadodara<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> From 23 June to 4 July 2025, several private schools in Vadodara received bomb hoax threats, causing panic, though no explosives were found. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">81. In the Vadodara bomb hoax cases, what was the suspected identity used by the perpetrators?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Phoenix Warriors<br>B. Red Hawks<br>C. Madras Tigers<br>D. Mumbai Tigers<br><strong>Answer: C. Madras Tigers<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The signature \u201cMadras Tigers\u201d was used in the hoax emails. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">82. Which country did China refer to when calling the Dalai Lama succession issue a \u201cthorn\u201d in bilateral ties in July 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Nepal<br>B. Bhutan<br>C. India<br>D. Sri Lanka<br><strong>Answer: C. India<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> China described the Dalai Lama succession issue as a \u201cthorn\u201d in its relations with India. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">83. Which violent event occurred in Bangladesh on 16 July 2025?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Dhaka Stadium Attack<br>B. Chittagong Riots<br>C. Gopalganj Clashes<br>D. Khulna Siege<br><strong>Answer: C. Gopalganj Clashes<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> On 16 July 2025, clashes erupted in Gopalganj, Bangladesh around a rally of the National Citizen Party. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">84. Which framework\/trend in defense was India reported to initiate in July 2025 for disaster relief?<br><\/mark><\/strong>A. Operation Cyclone Aid<br>B. Operation Himalayan Care<br>C. Operation Jal Rahat 2<br>D. Operation Coastal Shield<br><strong>Answer: C. Operation Jal Rahat 2<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> India launched \u201cOperation Jal Rahat 2\u201d to assist in floods and related disasters in mountain and northeast regions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">85. Which Indian-UAE mechanism meets regularly and had its 13th meeting in July 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. India-UAE Strategic Dialogue<br>B. India-UAE Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC)<br>C. India-UAE Council of Economic Cooperation<br>D. India-UAE Cultural Council<br><strong>Answer: B. India-UAE Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC)<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The 13th meeting of JDCC between India and UAE took place in July 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">86. Which national event was scheduled between 10\u201312 July 2025, focusing on Indian knowledge traditions?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Vedic Heritage Summit<br>B. India Heritage Festival<br>C. Conference on Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)<br>D. Traditional Sciences Symposium<br><strong>Answer: C. Conference on Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The IKS conference was held from 10 to 12 July at JNU, organized by IKSHA and others. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">87. Which field recorded a newly discovered species in Meghalaya, reported in July 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Insect<br>B. Orchid<br>C. Frog<br>D. Bird<br><strong>Answer: C. Frog<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> A new frog species was reported from Meghalaya in the month\u2019s current affairs summary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">88. Which state\u2019s groundwater reportedly rose ~13 metres under a scheme by July 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\"><br><\/mark>A. Rajasthan<br>B. Telangana<br>C. Karnataka<br>D. Maharashtra<br><strong>Answer: C. Karnataka<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> In Karnataka, under the Atal Bhujal Yojana pilot, an average rise of ~13 metres in groundwater was reported in July. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">89. Which policy did the Karnataka Cabinet approve in July 2025 for women employees?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Women\u2019s Skill Development Act<br>B. One-day Menstrual Leave per month<br>C. Free health check-up benefit<br>D. Maternity leave extension<br><strong>Answer: B. One-day Menstrual Leave per month<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Karnataka became the first state to approve a policy giving women employees one day of menstrual leave each month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">90. Which amendment was passed into law by Parliament in 2025 related to sports governance?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Sports Regulation (Amendment) Act<br>B. National Sports Governance Act, 2025<br>C. Sports Ethics Act<br>D. Sports Dispute Resolution Act<br><strong>Answer: B. National Sports Governance Act, 2025<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The National Sports Governance Bill was passed (or in process) and became the National Sports Governance Act, 2025. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">91. Which kind of content was specifically targeted in the framework proposed for OTT regulation?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Political satire<br>B. Violent content<br>C. Obscene \/ indecent content<br>D. Religious content<br><strong>Answer: C. Obscene \/ indecent content<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The proposed framework aimed at regulating obscene or indecent content on OTT platforms under IT law. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">92. Which report or platform publishes a monthly \u201cCurrent Affairs of July 2025\u201d summary useful for exam prep?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Economic Survey<br>B. Insights on India<br>C. RBI Monthly Review<br>D. Lancet Global Review<br><strong>Answer: B. Insights on India<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Insights on India provides a monthly compilation of current affairs, including for July 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">93. Which country imposed a 25% tariff on Indian goods as reported in July 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. China<br>B. EU (European Union)<br>C. United States<br>D. Australia<br><strong>Answer: C. United States<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The United States imposed a 25% tariff on certain Indian goods, a matter highlighted in July briefs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">94. Which key satellite mission was in the news in July 2025 involving India?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Chandrayaan-4<br>B. GSAT-7C<br>C. NISAR (NASA-ISRO)<br>D. Aditya-L1<br><strong>Answer: C. NISAR<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The NISAR project, a joint NASA-ISRO earth observation mission, was reported in July 2025 news.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\"><strong>95. Which India\u2013UAE defense tie mechanism saw an MoU in maritime security during the 13th JDCC?<\/strong><\/mark><br>A. Joint Air Force Command<br>B. Naval Fleet Sharing<br>C. Maritime Security &amp; Safety Cooperation MoU<br>D. Coastal Radar Network Sharing<br><strong>Answer: C. Maritime Security &amp; Safety Cooperation MoU<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Alongside the JDCC meeting, India &amp; UAE signed a MoU on maritime security &amp; safety cooperation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">96. Which festival or day was observed in early July 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. World Environment Day<br>B. World Zoonoses Day<br>C. International Day of Yoga<br>D. Nelson Mandela Day<br><strong>Answer: B. World Zoonoses Day<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> World Zoonoses Day is observed on 6 July. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\"><strong>97. Which statue was unveiled at the NDA in early July 2025?<\/strong><\/mark><mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\"><b><br><\/b><\/mark>A. Rani Lakshmibai<br>B. Shivaji<br>C. Peshwa Bajirao I<br>D. Chandragupta Maurya<br><strong>Answer: C. Peshwa Bajirao I<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> An equestrian statue of Peshwa Bajirao I was unveiled at NDA campus by the Home Minister.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">98. Which state\u2019s campaign \u201cHarialo mission\u201d for massive plantation drive appeared in July 2025 quizzes?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Haryana<br>B. Rajasthan<br>C. Uttar Pradesh<br>D. Gujarat<br><strong>Answer: C. Uttar Pradesh<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> A quiz question for July 2025 mentions a plantation drive \u201cHarialo mission\u201d launched in UP. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">99. CERT-In (Indian Computer Emergency Response Team) functions under which ministry?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. Ministry of Home Affairs<br>B. Ministry of Electronics &amp; IT<br>C. Ministry of Science &amp; Technology<br>D. Ministry of Communication<br><strong>Answer: B. Ministry of Electronics &amp; IT<\/strong><br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> CERT-In is an operational body under the Ministry of Electronics &amp; Information Technology. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\">100. What is a key goal of the National Sports Governance Act, 2025?<\/mark><\/strong><br>A. To ban private sports academies<br>B. To unify governance, ethics &amp; dispute resolution in sports<br>C. To regulate ticket pricing in stadiums<br>D. To merge all sports bodies into one<br><strong>Answer: B. 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