Showing questions for July 18, 2025
- Total: 11 questions
Question 1 Jul 18, 2025
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Which country did India sign a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with in July 2025?
United KingdomIndia and the United Kingdom signed a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in July 2025, aiming to double trade between the two nations to $120 billion by 2030. The agreement includes provisions to eliminate import taxes on several Indian exports and make British products more affordable in India. The FTA will require ratification by the British Parliament and approval by India’s Union Cabinet before implementation.
Question 2 Jul 18, 2025
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Which Indian state witnessed a high-profile murder inside a private hospital in July 2025, sparking concerns about law and order?
BiharIn July 2025, a murder convict undergoing treatment on parole was shot dead inside a private hospital in Patna, Bihar. This incident raised serious concerns about security and law and order in the state, especially with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit scheduled. It was the seventh high-profile murder in Bihar, drawing criticism from the opposition and highlighting the state's rising crime graph ahead of the assembly polls.
Question 3 Jul 18, 2025
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What major populist initiative did Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announce in July 2025 ahead of the state assembly polls?
Free power up to 125 units for domestic consumersIn July 2025, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced free power up to 125 units for all domestic consumers, effective from August 1, 2025. This initiative aimed to benefit 1.67 crore households and was seen as a populist move ahead of the state assembly elections. The announcement came in response to rival Tejashwi Yadav’s promise of 200 units of free electricity.
Question 4 Jul 18, 2025
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Which Indian government agency filed a charge sheet against Robert Vadra in a money laundering case linked to a land deal in Haryana?
Enforcement Directorate (ED)In July 2025, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) filed a charge sheet against Robert Vadra in a money laundering case connected to alleged irregularities in a Haryana land deal. The ED also attached 43 immovable properties worth ₹37.64 crore linked to Vadra and his associated entities. This marked the first time a probe agency formally named Vadra in a prosecution complaint.
Question 5 Jul 18, 2025
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Which organization issued guidelines in July 2025 for schools to set up 'oil boards' to promote healthier eating habits among students?
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)In July 2025, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) directed schools to set up 'oil boards' to educate students and staff about the harmful effects of high-fat foods and oils. This initiative aimed to address rising childhood obesity and followed a previous directive to set up 'sugar boards'. The 'oil boards' were to be placed in shared spaces like cafeterias and lobbies as daily reminders of healthy eating.