Instructions:
This quiz is specially designed for SSC, BANK PO, and other competitive examination aspirants. Each question carries equal marks and covers important current affairs from July 17, 2025. Read each question carefully and select the most appropriate answer.
Question 1
The Parliament Monsoon Session 2025 is scheduled to begin on which date?
A) July 17, 2025
B) July 21, 2025
C) July 25, 2025
D) August 1, 2025
Answer: B) July 21, 2025
Explanation: The Monsoon Session of Parliament is scheduled to begin on July 21, 2025, and will continue until August 21, 2025. The government has listed 16 bills for passage during this session.
Question 2
Which scheme was launched by Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar with a budget of Rs 1,000 crores?
A) PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana
B) TALASH Initiative
C) ADEETIE Scheme
D) VCF Settlement Scheme
Answer: C) ADEETIE Scheme
Explanation: The ADEETIE (Assistance in Deploying Energy Efficient Technologies in Industries & Establishments) scheme was launched with a budget of Rs 1,000 crores to accelerate adoption of energy-efficient technologies among MSMEs.
Question 3
India’s first Digital Nomad Village was declared in which state?
A) Assam
B) Gujarat
C) Sikkim
D) Tamil Nadu
Answer: C) Sikkim
Explanation: Yakten Village in Sikkim was declared India’s first Digital Nomad Village, promoting remote work and digital infrastructure development.
Question 4
Who took charge as CEO and Managing Director of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC)?
A) Hemant Rupani
B) R Doraiswamy
C) Arun Shrinivas
D) Satish Kumar
Answer: B) R Doraiswamy
Explanation: R Doraiswamy officially took charge as CEO and Managing Director of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) for a three-year term or until he turns 62, whichever is earlier.
Question 5
Which Japanese bank applied to RBI for approval to acquire additional stake in Yes Bank?
A) Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group
B) Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC)
C) Mizuho Financial Group
D) Nomura Holdings
Answer: B) Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC)
Explanation: Japan’s Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) applied to RBI for approval to acquire an additional 4.9% stake in Yes Bank, which would increase SMBC’s total ownership to just under 25%.
Question 6
India’s retail inflation declined to what percentage in June 2025?
A) 2.10%
B) 2.50%
C) 3.10%
D) 3.60%
Answer: A) 2.10%
Explanation: India’s retail inflation declined to 2.10% in June 2025 according to NSO reports, showing improvement in the economic indicators.
Question 7
Who became the first Indian to win the Poligras Magic Skill Award 2024-25 in hockey?
A) Harmanpreet Singh
B) PR Sreejesh
C) Deepika Sehrawat
D) Rani Rampal
Answer: C) Deepika Sehrawat
Explanation: Deepika Sehrawat became the first Indian to win the Poligras Magic Skill Award 2024-25 in hockey, marking a significant achievement for Indian hockey.
Question 8
The 2025 ESPY Awards were held at which venue?
A) Madison Square Garden
B) Hollywood Bowl
C) Dolby Theatre
D) Staples Center
Answer: C) Dolby Theatre
Explanation: The 2025 ESPY Awards were held on July 16 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander winning Best Male Athlete and Simone Biles winning Best Female Athlete.
Question 9
World Day for International Justice is observed on which date?
A) July 15
B) July 16
C) July 17
D) July 18
Answer: C) July 17
Explanation: World Day for International Justice is observed on July 17 annually, commemorating the adoption of the Rome Statute in 1998, which established the International Criminal Court (ICC).
Question 10
Which state became the first to launch a Tribal Genome Sequencing Project?
A) Assam
B) Gujarat
C) Odisha
D) Jharkhand
Answer: B) Gujarat
Explanation: Gujarat became the first Indian state to launch a Tribal Genome Sequencing Project to build a reference genetic database for improving healthcare access to tribal populations.
Quiz Summary
Total Questions: 10
Exam Relevance: SSC, BANK PO, UPSC, and other competitive examinations
Topics Covered: National Affairs, International Events, Banking Updates, Sports, Government Schemes, Awards, and Economic Developments
Difficulty Level: Moderate to High
Time Suggested: 10-12 minutes
This quiz comprehensively covers the major current affairs from July 17, 2025, focusing on events and developments most relevant for competitive examination preparation. Regular practice with such quizzes will help candidates stay updated with current happenings and improve their performance in competitive exams.
