Showing questions for July 27, 2025
- Total: 17 questions
Question 1 Jul 27, 2025
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Which country's president attended as the chief guest during Maldives' 60th Independence Day celebrations?
IndiaPrime Minister Narendra Modi was the guest of honour at the Maldives’ 60th Independence Day celebrations held in Malé. The event took place at Republic Square and included a military parade and cultural performances. Modi’s visit marked a significant diplomatic effort to strengthen bilateral ties after a period of strain. The warm reception by President Mohamed Muizzu highlighted the improving India-Maldives relations. This high-level engagement also led to the signing of six key agreements and financial relief for the Maldives.
Question 2 Jul 27, 2025
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What is the name of the new integrated military formation introduced by the Indian Army on Kargil Vijay Diwas?
RudraChief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi announced the creation of new 'all-arms brigades' named Rudra during the Kargil Vijay Diwas commemorations in Drass. These brigades integrate various combat arms like infantry, mechanised units, artillery, and special forces into a single, versatile formation. This marks a shift from traditional arm-specific structures to enhance operational flexibility and effectiveness. The move is part of broader modernisation efforts, including drone platoons and advanced missile systems. At least two infantry brigades have already been converted into Rudra brigades.
Question 3 Jul 27, 2025
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Which international leader ranked eighth in Morning Consult’s Global Leader Approval Ratings as of July 2025?
Donald TrumpAccording to Morning Consult’s Global Leader Approval Rating Tracker, US President Donald Trump ranked eighth with a 44% approval rating. This is notably lower than India’s PM Modi, who topped the list with 75%. The report attributes Trump’s lower rating to controversial policy decisions, including trade tariffs and domestic actions. PM Modi has consistently led this ranking since at least September 2021. The data reflects public sentiment in democratic nations and highlights Modi’s sustained international popularity.
Question 4 Jul 27, 2025
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What financial relief did India offer to the Maldives during PM Modi’s visit in July 2025?
Reduced annual debt repayment by 40%During PM Modi’s visit to the Maldives, India reduced the Maldives’ annual debt repayment obligation by 40%, from USD 51 million to USD 29 million. This economic gesture aims to support the Maldivian economy amid financial difficulties. Additionally, India announced a ₹4,850 crore line of credit and initiated talks for a free trade agreement. Six agreements were signed in areas like fisheries, digital infrastructure, and UPI integration. The move signifies India’s commitment to strengthening regional partnerships and economic diplomacy.
Question 5 Jul 27, 2025
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Which court set aside the Sentence Review Board's decision denying premature release to Hari Singh, the 1993 Indian Airlines hijack convict?
Delhi High CourtThe Delhi High Court, in an order dated July 7, 2025, set aside the decision of the Sentence Review Board (SRB) that had denied premature release to Hari Singh. Justice Sanjeev Narula observed that the SRB's decision suffered from inadequate reasoning and non-consideration of relevant materials, including judicial observations on Singh’s conduct and reformation in prison. The court emphasized that Singh had served nearly 18 years of actual imprisonment without any untoward incident, indicating reformation. The matter was remanded back to the SRB for fresh consideration within eight weeks. This highlights the judiciary’s role in ensuring that executive decisions are reasoned and just.