Test Your Knowledge with 10 Multiple Choice Questions
Question 1: Which major nationwide strike was observed on July 9, 2025, affecting banking and other sectors?
a) Farmers’ Strike
b) Bharat Bandh
c) Railway Strike
d) IT Sector Strike
Answer: b) Bharat Bandh
Explanation: A nationwide Bharat Bandh was called by 10 central trade unions and farmer organizations on July 9, 2025, to protest against government policies described as anti-worker and pro-corporate.
Question 2: Prime Minister Modi made a historic visit to which country on July 9, 2025, marking the first visit by an Indian PM in nearly 30 years?
a) Ghana
b) Trinidad and Tobago
c) Namibia
d) Argentina
Answer: c) Namibia
Explanation: PM Modi’s visit to Namibia on July 9, 2025, was historic as it marked the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the country in nearly 30 years.
Question 3: According to RBI data, India’s Bank Gross Non-Performing Assets (GNPAs) fell to what multi-decade low percentage?
a) 1.8%
b) 2.3%
c) 3.1%
d) 4.2%
Answer: b) 2.3%
Explanation: India’s Bank GNPAs fell to a multi-decade low of 2.3 percent as per RBI data, indicating improved banking sector health.
Question 4: Which country became the first to formally recognize the Taliban government in Afghanistan?
a) China
b) Pakistan
c) Russia
d) Iran
Answer: c) Russia
Explanation: Russia became the first country to formally recognize the Taliban government in Afghanistan, marking a significant diplomatic development.
Question 5: At which tennis championship did the 2025 quarterfinals feature players like Novak Djokovic, Ben Shelton, and Jannik Sinner?
a) French Open
b) Australian Open
c) Wimbledon
d) US Open
Answer: c) Wimbledon
Explanation: The Wimbledon 2025 quarterfinals featured prominent players including Novak Djokovic, Ben Shelton, Jannik Sinner, Iga Swiatek, and 18-year-old Mirra Andreeva.
Question 6: Who was appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of the International Cricket Council (ICC)?
a) Geoff Allardice
b) Sanjog Gupta
c) Haroon Lorgat
d) Dave Richardson
Answer: b) Sanjog Gupta
Explanation: Sanjog Gupta was appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of the International Cricket Council, succeeding Geoff Allardice.
Question 7: Which bank becomes the first UAE bank to enter GIFT City, expanding international banking presence?
a) Emirates NBD
b) ADCB
c) Mashreq
d) FAB
Answer: c) Mashreq
Explanation: Mashreq became the first UAE bank to enter GIFT City, expanding international banking presence in India.
Question 8: The Cost Inflation Index was raised to what figure for Financial Year 2026 by CBDT?
a) 365
b) 376
c) 384
d) 392
Answer: b) 376
Explanation: The CBDT raised the Cost Inflation Index to 376 for Financial Year 2026, affecting capital gains tax calculations.
Question 9: Which company’s Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 were expected to be highlighted at the July 9, 2025 Unpacked event?
a) Apple
b) Samsung
c) Google
d) OnePlus
Answer: b) Samsung
Explanation: Samsung Unpacked 2025 event on July 9 in Brooklyn, New York, was expected to feature Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 as main highlights.
Question 10: What is the new minimum balance charge policy implemented by Indian Bank and PNB?
a) Increased charges
b) Reduced charges
c) Removed charges
d) No change
Answer: c) Removed charges
Explanation: Indian Bank and PNB removed minimum balance charges for account holders, providing relief to customers.
