Showing questions for July 26, 2025
- Total: 25 questions
Question 1 Jul 26, 2025
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Which two Indian chess players are set to face each other in the final of the FIDE Women’s World Cup, marking the first time two Indians will contest the title?
Koneru Humpy and Divya DeshmukhThe FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025 final features an all-Indian clash between Koneru Humpy and Divya Deshmukh, a historic first for Indian chess. Both players secured their spots after winning their respective semifinal matches. Humpy defeated Tingjie Lei of China in a tiebreaker, while Deshmukh beat former world champion Zhongyi Tan. This achievement also guarantees that an Indian player will win the Women’s World Cup for the first time. Their performance has been lauded as a milestone in India's growing dominance in global chess.
Question 2 Jul 26, 2025
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What major decision did the Indian government take regarding 25 OTT platforms like Ullu and ALTT in July 2025?
Blocked them for obscene and pornographic contentThe Indian government ordered the blocking of 25 OTT platforms, including Ullu, ALTT, and Desiflix, due to their persistent publication of obscene, vulgar, and in some cases pornographic content. The action was taken under the IT Act, 2000, and IT Rules, 2021, following complaints from the NCPCR and the public. Despite prior warnings in September 2024, these platforms continued to upload explicit content without meaningful storylines. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting coordinated with multiple ministries and industry bodies to enforce the ban. This move underscores the government’s increasing scrutiny of digital content for public morality and child safety.
Question 3 Jul 26, 2025
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Who was formally designated as the officiating presiding officer of the Rajya Sabha following Jagdeep Dhankhar's abrupt resignation in July 2025?
HarivanshFollowing Jagdeep Dhankhar's sudden resignation as Rajya Sabha Chairman on July 21, 2025, Harivansh, the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, assumed the role of officiating presiding officer. He has been actively involved in consultations with the government and parliamentary leaders regarding the upcoming motion against Justice Yashwant Varma. The Judges (Enquiry) Act mandates procedures for impeachment, and Harivansh’s role became crucial in maintaining continuity. His experience as a long-serving MP and former deputy chairman adds stability during this transitional phase. The Constitution provides for the Deputy Chairman to preside in the absence of the Chairman.
Question 4 Jul 26, 2025
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What incident led to the death of seven children in Jhalawar, Rajasthan, on July 25, 2025?
Collapse of a government school buildingOn the morning of July 25, 2025, a portion of the middle school building at Piplodi Government School in Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, collapsed during assembly prayers, killing seven children and injuring 27 others. The victims, aged between 6 and 12, were buried under concrete slabs and debris. Frantic rescue efforts were launched by parents, teachers, and local police. The youngest victim was six-year-old Kanha, who died alongside his sister Meena. The tragedy has reignited concerns about the structural safety of government school infrastructure across rural India.
Question 5 Jul 26, 2025
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What action did the Election Commission of India (ECI) announce in July 2025 regarding electoral rolls across the country?
Conducting Special Intensive Revision (SIR) nationwideOn July 24, 2025, the Election Commission of India (ECI) announced the nationwide implementation of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. This decision was taken to ensure the integrity and accuracy of voter lists ahead of upcoming elections, including the Bihar Assembly polls. The SIR process involves door-to-door enumeration and public scrutiny of draft rolls. While Bihar will undergo SIR immediately due to its impending elections, the schedule for other states will be announced later. The ECI has conducted similar revisions in the past, such as in 2002–2004, to maintain clean electoral rolls.