Showing questions for July 22, 2025
- Total: 16 questions
Question 1 Jul 22, 2025
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Who resigned as Vice-President of India on the first day of the Monsoon Session of Parliament in July 2025?
Jagdeep DhankharJagdeep Dhankhar resigned as Vice-President of India on July 21, 2025, citing health reasons, during the first day of the Monsoon Session of Parliament. He was presiding over the Rajya Sabha as its Chairman at the time. His resignation came as a surprise since he had two years remaining in his term. This move sparked political speculation, especially considering that two previous Vice-Presidents — VV Giri and R Venkatraman — had also quit early to become President. The Deputy Chairman, Harivansh, was scheduled to take over proceedings the following day.
Question 2 Jul 22, 2025
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What major cultural initiative has been launched at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport to showcase Indian heritage?
DEL VibesDEL Vibes is a new experiential artistic initiative launched by Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) at Indira Gandhi International Airport. It features live performances of Indian classical dance forms like Kathak and Bharatanatyam, along with music from instruments such as sitar, sarangi, and shehnai. The program also includes interactive craft sessions and workshops aimed at enriching passenger experience. Designed to transform travel into a culturally immersive journey, DEL Vibes operates between 10 am and 6 pm across all terminals. This makes IGI Airport the first in India to offer such a comprehensive cultural platform for domestic and international travelers.
Question 3 Jul 22, 2025
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Which state's Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) had all 12 convicts acquitted by the Bombay High Court in the 2006 train blasts case?
MaharashtraThe Bombay High Court acquitted all 12 convicts in the July 11, 2006, Mumbai suburban train blasts case, which killed 189 people and injured over 800. The court ruled that the prosecution failed to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt, rejecting confessional statements due to allegations of torture. The judges doubted the pressure-cooker bomb theory and found inconsistencies in witness testimonies. This landmark 667-page verdict overturned convictions made by a special MCOCA court in 2015. The acquittal marks one of the most significant judicial reversals in India’s counter-terrorism legal history.
Question 4 Jul 22, 2025
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What did the Supreme Court criticize the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for in politically sensitive cases in July 2025?
Using it as a tool in political battlesThe Supreme Court strongly criticized the ED for allegedly being used as a tool in political vendettas. In response to an appeal against Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah’s wife, the CJI warned against weaponizing agencies, stating, 'Let political battles be fought before the electorate.' The court emphasized that investigations should remain impartial and not cross constitutional limits. It also questioned the summoning of lawyers who provided legal advice, calling it an overreach. The judgment reflects growing judicial concern over misuse of central investigative agencies for political purposes.
Question 5 Jul 22, 2025
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Which former Kerala Chief Minister passed away at the age of 101 in July 2025?
VS AchuthanandanVeteran CPI(M) leader and former Kerala Chief Minister VS Achuthanandan passed away on July 21, 2025, at the age of 101 in Thiruvananthapuram. He served as Chief Minister from 2006 to 2011 and was known for his unwavering commitment to social justice and workers' rights. A survivor of the historic 1946 Punnapra-Vayalar uprising, he remained an outspoken critic of corruption throughout his life. He was widely respected for his integrity, simplicity, and dedication to communist ideals. His death marked the end of an era in Kerala’s political landscape.