Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune
Q1. The grasslands of which National Park in Assam have been receding at an alarming rate over the past few decades?
A) Kaziranga National Park
B) Manas National Park
C) Nameri National Park
D) Dibru-Saikhowa National Park
See: Daily Current Affairs 4-6 July 2026
Answer: B) Manas National Park
Explanation:
Environment and Forest Minister Jayanta Mallabarauah informed the Assam Legislative Assembly that grasslands in Manas National Park have receded drastically due to ecological changes and human interventions. In 1970, Manas had around 370 square km of woodlands and 440 square km of grasslands. Restoration projects undertaken so far have not yielded the desired results, the minister stated on Monday.
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Manas National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an important biodiversity hotspot in Assam. Grasslands are crucial habitats for several endangered species including the pygmy hog and Bengal florican.
Q2. The Assam Government has launched which initiative to plant a sapling in every Legislative Assembly Constituency on the occasion of birthdays?
A) Van Mahotsav Abhiyan
B) Janmadin Seuj Sapath Udyan
C) Green Assam Mission
D) Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam
Answer: B) Janmadin Seuj Sapath Udyan
Explanation:
The scheme “Janmadin Seuj Sapath Udyan” was launched on 7 July 2026 at Topatali, Sonapur in Dimoria LAC of Kamrup (M) district. Under this initiative, a sapling will be planted in every Assembly constituency on an individual’s birthday to create a green legacy. Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Jayanta Mallabarauah was the chief guest at the launch event.
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The programme encourages citizens to contribute to afforestation by planting a tree on their birthday. Interested people can contact their nearest Forest office to obtain a sapling free of cost.
Q3. Carlos Queiroz, who recently resigned as head coach, was associated with which national football team?
A) Portugal
B) Ghana
C) Brazil
D) Mexico
Answer: B) Ghana
Explanation:
Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz resigned as head coach of Ghana after the team’s disappointing campaign in the World Cup. Ghana lost their opening match to Colombia and could only manage a draw against England in the group stage. In his resignation statement, Queiroz said he leaves with pride but also with the dissatisfaction of those who always wanted more from the team.
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Queiroz had taken charge of the Ghana team last month following the sacking of previous coach Otto Addo. He had earlier guided the team to the knockout stage of a major tournament.
Q4. Who has been named as the interim General Secretary of the Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust following recent resignations?
A) Champat Rai
B) Anil Mishra
C) Krishna Mohan
D) Pramod Kohli
Answer: C) Krishna Mohan
Explanation:
The Ram temple trust accepted the resignations of General Secretary Champat Rai and member Anil Mishra amid allegations of embezzlement of donations. Trustee Krishna Mohan has been named interim General Secretary. A three-member committee has also been formed to identify a Chief Executive Officer for the trust. The trust will meet again on July 22 to discuss the final report of the inquiry.
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The resignations came after allegations surfaced regarding missing donation boxes and financial irregularities at the temple site in Ayodhya. The trust has stated that all donations received are safe and properly accounted for.
Daily Current Affairs 7 July 2026 | Based on The Assam Tribune