Showing questions for July 01, 2025
- Total: 37 questions
Question 16 Jul 01, 2025
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What is the expected focus of the BRICS leaders’ declaration at the Rio de Janeiro summit?
Denounce the Pahalgam terror attackThe BRICS leaders’ declaration at the Rio de Janeiro summit is set to strongly denounce the Pahalgam terror attack and advocate a unified approach to combating terrorism. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the summit, representing India as the next chair of the grouping.
Question 17 Jul 01, 2025
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What is the key feature of the revised framework for promotions in the Central Ground Water Board?
Two-tier assessment systemThe revised framework introduces a two-tier assessment system for promotions: Level-1 screening by an Internal Screening Committee and Level-2 assessment by either an Assessment Board or a Department Peer Review Committee. Evaluations will occur twice a year, and candidates who fail can reappear only after one year.
Question 18 Jul 01, 2025
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What is the estimated prevalence of vitiligo in India compared to the global average?
8.8% in India vs 1-2% globallyIndia has the highest prevalence of vitiligo worldwide, with an estimated 8.8% of the population affected, significantly higher than the global rate of 1-2%. Over 1 lakh new cases are reported annually in India, and the condition often manifests before the age of 30.
Question 19 Jul 01, 2025
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What recent decision did the Maharashtra Government take regarding its three-language policy after facing backlash?
Withdrew the policy and formed a committee for reviewThe Maharashtra Government withdrew two government resolutions implementing Hindi as a compulsory third language in schools due to widespread backlash. A new committee led by Dr. Narendra Jadhav was formed to re-examine the policy over three months.
Question 20 Jul 01, 2025
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What is the key concern raised by critics regarding the imposition of Hindi in non-Hindi speaking states like Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu?
Lack of reciprocity for Hindi-speaking students to learn regional languagesCritics argue that while non-Hindi-speaking states are required to teach Hindi, there is no reciprocal effort to promote regional languages like Marathi or Tamil among Hindi-speaking students. This creates a sense of marginalization and cultural erosion in regions with strong linguistic identities.