Daily Current Affairs MCQs: 19th July 2025 - Humanities/Arts MCQ

The designation of The Resistance Front as a Foreign Terrorist Organization by the United States was primarily in response to the group's claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam attack, which resulted in significant loss of life. This action aims to hinder TRF's operations and financial support globally.

PMDDKY aims to tackle regional disparities in agricultural productivity by converging existing schemes to improve overall productivity, self-reliance, and holistic development in the agricultural sector.

The Supreme Court highlighted that while feeding stray dogs is a compassionate act, it is legally protected only if it does not disrupt public order. This balance is crucial to ensure both animal welfare and the rights of other residents in shared spaces.

By June 2025, the credit growth of Scheduled Commercial Banks fell to 9.5%, a significant decline from 17.4% the previous year. This slowdown reflects various factors, including regulatory interventions by the RBI and shifting market dynamics.

The GERD is primarily designed to generate electricity for Ethiopia, where a significant portion of the population lacks access to reliable power. Additionally, it aims to export surplus energy to neighboring countries, which can improve regional energy stability.

One of the key challenges facing the PMDDKY is the potential for bureaucratic silos, which can obstruct timely execution of the scheme. Effective coordination among various departments is vital for the successful implementation of the integrated agricultural initiatives.

The DGCA's 2021 Mental Health Guidelines promote the establishment of Peer Support Programs, allowing pilots to confidentially report stress and anxiety without fear of job loss. This initiative aims to improve pilots' mental health and overall flight safety.

The World Bank reported a decline in consumption inequality in India, reflected by a drop in the consumption-based Gini coefficient from 28.8 in 2011-12 to 25.5 in 2022-23. This suggests that living standards for lower-income groups have improved, even amidst ongoing debates about income inequality.

The eruptions on the Reykjanes Peninsula are characterized by fissure eruptions, where lava flows from cracks in the earth rather than a central crater. This type of eruption typically results in steady lava flows with minimal ash output, ensuring that air traffic remains unaffected.

INS Nistar and INS Nipun are designed to enhance the Indian Navy's capabilities in underwater rescue and salvage operations. Equipped with advanced technology, including integrated saturation diving systems and remotely operated vehicles, these vessels are crucial for emergency interventions at sea, strengthening India's maritime security.