25 JULY 2025 - CURRENT AFFAIRS QUIZ

 

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: 25th July 2025

1. What is the primary objective of India-UK Vision 2035?

1. To establish a military alliance between India and UK
2. To transform India-UK ties through enhanced cooperation in trade, defense, technology, and climate
3. To create a single currency for both nations
4. To merge the education systems of both countries

Answer: B) To transform India-UK ties through enhanced cooperation in trade, defense, technology, and climate

Explanation: India-UK Vision 2035 is a strategic blueprint that focuses on cooperation in trade (CETA, BIT), defense (10-year roadmap, joint R&D), technology (AI, biotech, semiconductors), and climate (green finance, clean energy, SMRs). It aims to strengthen people-to-people links and promote a rules-based international order.

2. What is the target for GDP contribution set by the National Cooperation Policy - 2025?

1. Double the current contribution
2. Triple the current contribution
3. Increase by 50%
4. Maintain the current level

Answer: B) Triple the current contribution

Explanation: The National Cooperation Policy - 2025 aims to triple the GDP contribution from cooperatives, bring in 50 crore active members, and promote grassroots-led development through at least one cooperative per village.

3. What percentage of ethanol blending in petrol has India achieved in 2025?

1. 10%
2. 15%
3. 20%
4. 25%

Answer: C) 20%

Explanation: India has achieved 20% ethanol blending in petrol in 2025, five years ahead of the 2030 target. This has saved ₹1.36 lakh crore in foreign exchange, reduced CO₂ emissions by 698 lakh tonnes, and provided ₹1.18 lakh crore to farmers.

4. Which Prime Minister's record did Narendra Modi surpass to become India's second-longest serving PM?

1. Jawaharlal Nehru
2. Indira Gandhi
3. Manmohan Singh
4. Atal Bihari Vajpayee

Answer: B) Indira Gandhi

Explanation: Narendra Modi completed 4,078 consecutive days in office on July 25, 2025, surpassing Indira Gandhi's record to become India's second-longest serving Prime Minister.

5. What is the significance of the Aadi Thiruvathirai Festival 2025?

1. It celebrates the coronation of a new Chola king
2. It marks 1,000 years of Rajendra Chola I's maritime expedition and temple construction
3. It commemorates the fall of the Chola dynasty
4. It celebrates Tamil New Year

Answer: B) It marks 1,000 years of Rajendra Chola I's maritime expedition and temple construction

Explanation: The Aadi Thiruvathirai Festival (23–27 July 2025) at Gangaikonda Cholapuram honors Rajendra Chola I's birth anniversary, marking 1,000 years of his maritime expedition and temple construction.

6. Which country will become the first G7 nation to formally recognize the State of Palestine in September 2025?

1. Germany
2. France
3. Italy
4. Canada

Answer: B) France

Explanation: France will formally recognize the State of Palestine in September 2025, becoming the first G7 nation to do so, aiming to push for a ceasefire, rebuild Gaza, and promote a two-state solution.

7. What was the percentage drop in India's net FDI inflows in May 2025 as per RBI Bulletin?

1. 50%
2. 75%
3. 90%
4. 98%

Answer: D) 98%

Explanation: India's net FDI inflows dropped by 98% YoY to $35 million in May 2025, due to 24% rise in repatriation and 11% fall in gross inflows, as per the RBI Bulletin.

8. What is the name of the missile successfully test-fired by DRDO that enhances India's drone-launched precision strike capabilities?

1. Brahmos
2. Agni-V
3. ULPGM-V3
4. Prithvi

Answer: C) ULPGM-V3

Explanation: DRDO has successfully test-fired the UAV-Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 at Kurnool. The 12.5 kg missile uses infrared imaging for day-night targeting and supports two-way datalink.

9. What is the age group targeted by the Palna Scheme for childcare support?

1. Newborn to 3 years
2. 6 months to 6 years
3. 1 year to 5 years
4. 2 years to 8 years

Answer: B) 6 months to 6 years

Explanation: The Palna Scheme provides day-care and crèche facilities for children aged 6 months to 6 years, supporting working mothers with nutrition, health monitoring, and early learning.

10. What is the primary focus of NASA's TRACERS Mission?

1. To study Mars' atmosphere
2. To explore Jupiter's moons
3. To study magnetic reconnection in Earth's polar cusp
4. To search for extraterrestrial life

Answer: C) To study magnetic reconnection in Earth's polar cusp

Explanation: NASA's TRACERS Mission uses two satellites to study magnetic reconnection in Earth's polar cusp, which protects the planet from solar storms and affects satellites, communication systems, and power grids.

11. Which of the following products will become cheaper in India due to the India-UK FTA?

1. Scotch whisky and British cars
2. Indian textiles and gems
3. Both A and B
4. Neither A nor B

Answer: A) Scotch whisky and British cars

Explanation: The India-UK FTA will reduce tariffs on UK goods like Scotch whisky, British cars, chocolates, cosmetics, and medical devices, making them cheaper for Indian consumers, while Indian exports like textiles and gems will see a boost.

12. Who has been appointed as the new IRDAI Chairman?

1. Shaktikanta Das
2. Ajay Seth
3. Rajiv Kumar
4. T.V. Somanathan

Answer: B) Ajay Seth

Explanation: Ajay Seth, a 1987-batch IAS officer and former Finance Secretary, has been appointed as the new IRDAI Chairman. His appointment is expected to strengthen regulatory oversight and enhance insurance penetration in India.