Question 1

What topics are covered in the 25 July 2026 current affairs quiz?

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The 25 July 2026 quiz covers Science Tech, Social Issues, Governance, International Relations with 20 MCQs sourced from The Hindu and Indian Express.

Question 2

How to use 25 July 2026 daily quiz for UPSC preparation?

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Attempt the quiz after reading the daily current affairs. Focus on understanding the explanation for each question. Link each topic to your static GK notes for comprehensive preparation.

Question 3

How many MCQs should I practice daily for competitive exams?

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Experts recommend 10-20 current affairs MCQs daily. This takes only 5-7 minutes but significantly improves retention through active recall, which is more effective than passive reading.

Question 4

Are these quiz questions based on The Hindu and Indian Express?

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Yes. All questions are derived from important news articles published in The Hindu and Indian Express, filtered and ranked by AI for exam relevance across UPSC, MPSC, SSC, Banking & Teaching exams.

Question 5

Which regulatory body in India approved the Qdenga dengue vaccine?

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Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), The article explicitly states that CDSCO approved Qdenga. CDSCO is India's national drug regulatory authority under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

Question 6

Which provision of the US Trade Act, 1974 was used to impose tariffs on India for forced labour concerns?

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Section 301, Section 301 of the Trade Act, 1974 allows the USTR to investigate and impose retaliatory tariffs on foreign trade practices deemed unfair. The article explicitly mentions that the USTR opened investigations under Section 301.

Question 7

Which body approved the National Investment Policy for Urea (NIPU)-2026?

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Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, The article explicitly states that the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved the National Investment Policy for Urea (NIPU)-2026. CCEA is a high-level cabinet committee under the Prime Minister that decides on economic matters including investment policies.

Question 8

Which of the following Supreme Court judgments explicitly described 'trial by press, electronic media, or public agitation' as 'antithetical to the rule of law'?

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State of Maharashtra v. Rajendra Jawanmal Gandhi, In the State of Maharashtra v. Rajendra Jawanmal Gandhi case, the Supreme Court was direct in describing trial by press, electronic media, or public agitation as antithetical to the rule of law because such coverage tends to influence judges and prejudice the right to a fair trial.

Question 9

Which US government agency is responsible for imposing and defending Section 301 tariffs mentioned in the news?

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US Trade Representative (USTR), The article explicitly states that the case was filed against the United States Trade Representative (USTR) for the use of Section 301 to impose tariffs. USTR is the agency responsible for trade negotiations and enforcement of US trade laws.

Question 10

Which organization is primarily responsible for disaster management and relief operations in Assam?

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Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), As per the article, the Assam State Disaster Management Authority recorded the deaths and is coordinating relief. ASDMA is the state nodal agency for disaster management under the Disaster Management Act, 2005.

Question 11

Under which US law are the new tariffs on forced labour imports being imposed?

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Section 301 of the US Trade Act of 1974, The article explicitly states the tariffs are imposed under Section 301 of the US Trade Act of 1974. IEEPA tariffs were previously used but struck down by the Supreme Court in February.

Question 12

Which ministry is primarily responsible for publishing the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) that tracks Work Participation Rate (WPR) in India?

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Ministry of Labour and Employment, The Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) is conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. However, the nodal ministry for labour and employment data is the Ministry of Labour and Employment. The article discusses WPR and LFPR, which are key indicators published in PLFS reports.

Question 13

Which ministry is primarily responsible for the Great Nicobar Island project mentioned in the news?

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Ministry of Defence, The article quotes Defence Minister Rajnath Singh defending the project, indicating the Ministry of Defence is the nodal ministry for this strategic initiative. The project also includes military infrastructure and is driven by national security concerns.

Question 14

Which Act is mentioned in the article as a key to enabling Indian industry to participate in nuclear exports to the Middle East?

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SHANTI Act, The article states that the US-Saudi agreement should accelerate the implementation of the SHANTI Act and help prepare Indian industry to export nuclear technologies across the Middle East. The other options are related to nuclear regulation but not mentioned in the context of exports.

Question 15

Consider the following statements regarding the Qdenga dengue vaccine:

1. Qdenga is the first dengue vaccine approved in India.

2. Qdenga provides equal protection against all four dengue serotypes.

3. The vaccine requires two doses administered three months apart.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct – the article calls it 'the first in India's history'. Statement 2 is false – protection varies: highest against DENV-2, then DENV-1, with uncertainty for DENV-3 and DENV-4. Statement 3 is correct – it requires two doses across three months apart.

Question 16

Consider the following statements regarding the Delhi High Court ruling on OpenAI:

1. The court held that OpenAI's use of copyrighted material for training LLMs falls under 'fair dealing' under Section 52(1)(a) of the Copyright Act, 1957.

2. The court granted an interim injunction against OpenAI, restraining it from using ANI's copyrighted works.

3. The court observed that outputs generated by ChatGPT using RAG technique do not amount to infringement as they are not substantially similar to the inputs.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct: Justice Amit Bansal held that OpenAI's act falls under fair dealing. Statement 2 is incorrect: the court refused to grant an interim injunction, reasoning that balance of convenience lies with OpenAI. Statement 3 is correct: the court noted that outputs were not substantially similar to ANI inputs.

Question 17

Consider the following statements regarding the National Investment Policy for Urea (NIPU)-2026:

1. It introduces a Return on Equity (RoE) band with a floor at 12% and a ceiling at 16%.

2. Under NIPU-2026, fixed costs will be converted into Indian Rupees after two years based on prevailing exchange rates.

3. The government promotes Integrated Nutrient Management (INM) for sustainable fertiliser use.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as the article mentions a 'viable Return on Equity (RoE) band with a floor at 12% and a ceiling at 16%'. Statement 2 is incorrect because the conversion of fixed cost into Indian Rupees occurs after four years, not two years. Statement 3 is correct as the government promotes INM for efficient nutrient management.

Question 18

Consider the following statements regarding media trials and the right to a fair trial in India:

1. The Supreme Court in Sahara India Real Estate Corporation Ltd. v. SEBI (2012) acknowledged the media's right to report on court proceedings but recognised that unrestricted reporting may sometimes require restraint.

2. In the R. Rajagopal v. State of Tamil Nadu case, the Supreme Court held that the right to privacy protects an individual's family life from publication even if the information comes from public records.

3. The Press Council of India has issued Norms of Journalistic Conduct urging restraint from sensationalism in media reporting.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct: The Sahara case did balance media reporting rights with the need for restraint. Statement 2 is incorrect: The R. Rajagopal case held that privacy protects from publication of information NOT from public records; information from public records can be published. Statement 3 is correct: The Press Council's norms do urge restraint from sensationalism.

Question 19

According to the article, in how many countries has the Qdenga dengue vaccine been licensed?

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Over 40, The article states 'licensing in over 40 countries'. Option C (40) is the closest correct value. The other options are distractors not supported by the text.

Question 20

What is the maximum imprisonment term under the amended Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024 for those involved in organised crime of exam paper leaks?

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Up to 10 years, The article states that the Cabinet approved amendments increasing the punishment for organised crime to imprisonment up to 10 years and a fine up to Rs 10 crore. Option A (3-5 years) is for individual offences under Section 10.

Question 21

What was the total indigenous urea production in India during 2023-24?

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314.07 LMT, The article states: 'From 225 LMT per annum during 2014-15, the current production from all these units has reached 314.07 LMT during 2023-24.' Option A (269.42 LMT) is the installed capacity in 2026-27, Option C (293.30 LMT) is production in 2025-26, and Option D (370.84 LMT) is the requirement for Kharif 2026.

Question 22

In which year did the Supreme Court deliver the judgment in Harijai Singh v. Vijay Kumar, which held that investigation remains the exclusive domain of the judiciary and no outside institution can assume the role of an investigator?

Accepted Answer

1996, The Supreme Court delivered the judgment in Harijai Singh v. Vijay Kumar in the year 1996. The Court specifically stated that no individual or institution outside the judiciary can assume the role of an investigator.

Question 23

According to the ICRIER report mentioned in the article, by how much did India's exports of non-excluded products fall in 2025-26 due to US tariff measures?

Accepted Answer

11.2%, The ICRIER report stated that exports of non-excluded products fell by 11.2% over the same period, declining from $57.1 billion to $50.7 billion. The 24.5% figure refers to the increase in exports of excluded products (electronics and pharma). The 10% is the duty rate on India, and 50% is the earlier Section 122 tariff rate mentioned in the article.

Question 24

What was the percentage departure from normal rainfall recorded in the Charaideo district of Assam during July 18-19, 2026?

Accepted Answer

436%, The Chief Minister stated that Charaideo recorded a 436% departure from normal rainfall. 493% was for Mokokchung in Nagaland. 137 mm was the actual rainfall amount in Mon, not a percentage departure.

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