Showing questions for July 03, 2025
- Total: 16 questions
Question 11 Jul 03, 2025
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What did the National Commission for Women (NCW) accuse the Kolkata Police of in relation to the South Calcutta Law College gangrape case?
Accused police of dereliction of duty and insensitivityThe NCW strongly criticized the Kolkata Police for dereliction of duty and insensitivity in handling the South Calcutta Law College gangrape case. The commission alleged non-cooperation, failure to videograph the crime scene, and mishandling of the victim's security post-statement recording. These actions were seen as obstructing justice and failing to support the victim adequately.
Question 12 Jul 03, 2025
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How many people are currently benefiting from various social security schemes according to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his 'Mann Ki Baat' address?
95 crorePrime Minister Narendra Modi stated that around 95 crore people in India are now benefiting from one or the other social security scheme. He cited an International Labour Organisation (ILO) report highlighting that over 64% of India's population avails some form of social protection benefit. This marks a significant increase from pre-2015 figures where less than 25 crore people were covered under such schemes, showcasing the government’s efforts towards social justice and inclusive development.
Question 13 Jul 03, 2025
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What did the National Green Tribunal (NGT) rule regarding the environmental clearance for the coal mining project in Chhattisgarh?
Quashed the clearance due to procedural violationsThe NGT quashed the environmental clearance granted to the Maharashtra State Power Generation Company Limited (MAHAGENCO) for mining at Gare Palma, Sector-II in Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh. The tribunal found that the prescribed procedures for public hearing and impact assessment on health, hydrology, and ecosystems were not followed properly. Despite this, a fresh clearance was issued within seven months, prompting criticism from environmentalists and political leaders.
Question 14 Jul 03, 2025
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What action did the Election Commission take concerning the Bihar electoral rolls during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)?
Uploaded the 2003 electoral roll for public accessThe Election Commission decided to upload the 2003 Bihar electoral roll on its website to facilitate voters in extracting relevant portions for the SIR. This move aims to ensure no eligible citizen is excluded and no ineligible person remains in the voter list. Around 4.96 crore voters listed in the 2003 revision will not need additional documents, while others will have to submit one of the 11 listed proofs.
Question 15 Jul 03, 2025
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What directive did the Registrar General of India issue regarding administrative boundaries before the Census 2027?
Freeze all boundary changes by December 31, 2025The Registrar General of India directed states and UTs to finalize any proposed boundary changes of administrative units like districts, tehsils, and municipalities by December 31, 2025. This freeze ensures uniformity and accuracy during the Census operations, which will be conducted in two phases: Houselisting from April 1, 2026, and Population Enumeration starting February 1, 2027.