DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS QUIZ – 12 July 2025

The Cheetah Reintroduction Project in India, executed in Kuno National Park, involved the translocation of cheetahs from:

(a) South Africa and Botswana
(b) Namibia and Tanzania
(c) Namibia and South Africa
(d) Kenya and Botswana

With reference to Mount Rainier, consider the following statements:

1. Mount Rainier is located in the state of Oregon and is the highest peak in the entire United States.

2. It is an active stratovolcano that last erupted around 150 years ago.

3. Mount Rainier is listed among the “Decade Volcanoes” due to its potential for catastrophic eruptions near densely populated regions.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Which of the following are functions facilitated by the National Health Claims Exchange (NHCX)?

1. Pre-authorization requests before initiating treatment

2. Checking insurance coverage eligibility

3. Direct disbursement of insurance premiums to citizens

4. Reprocessing of claims in case of disputes

Select the correct answer using the code below:
(a) 1, 2 and 4 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

With reference to the concept of ‘Blood Money’ under Sharia Law, consider the following statements:

1. Blood money is a fixed amount of compensation determined by religious courts for cases of intentional murder only.

2. The concept allows the victim’s family to pardon the accused in exchange for financial compensation.

3. Even when blood money is accepted, the state retains the right to impose additional punishment on the offender.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

What is the nickname given to the SEPECAT Jaguar in the Indian Air Force?

A. Garuda
B. Vajra
C. Shamsher
D. Bhishma