Showing questions for August 13, 2025
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Question 1 Aug 13, 2025
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Which Indian official is set to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit on September 1-2, 2025?
Prime Minister Narendra ModiThe article mentions that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a scheduled visit to China on August 31, 2025, to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit on September 1-2. This diplomatic engagement is significant as it comes amid efforts to restore bilateral ties, including the resumption of commercial flights between India and China. The summit serves as a platform for regional cooperation and dialogue among member states. The impending visit has accelerated discussions on air connectivity and broader diplomatic engagement. Hence, the correct answer is Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Question 2 Aug 13, 2025
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What action did the Supreme Court take regarding old vehicles in Delhi-NCR on August 12, 2025?
Directed that no coercive action be taken against diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 yearsThe Supreme Court issued an order halting any coercive measures against owners of diesel vehicles over 10 years and petrol vehicles over 15 years in the Delhi-NCR region. The Bench, comprising Chief Justice B.R. Gavai and two other justices, emphasized evaluating vehicles based on emission and mileage rather than age alone. This provides temporary relief to vehicle owners while the matter is under judicial review. The next hearing is scheduled after four weeks. The Delhi government welcomed the decision, citing its petition for a more balanced environmental policy.
Question 3 Aug 13, 2025
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Who inaugurated the Mumbai Dabbawala International Experience Center (MDIEC) on August 14, 2025?
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra FadnavasThe article states that the Mumbai Dabbawala International Experience Center (MDIEC) was inaugurated by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on August 14, 2025, on the eve of Independence Day. The center, located in Bandra, aims to honor the legacy and contribution of the dabbawalas to Mumbai’s culture and economy. It includes a museum and experience gallery showcasing their history and operations since 1890. The event was attended by key dabbawala leaders and community members. This makes Devendra Fadnavis the correct answer.
Question 4 Aug 13, 2025
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What is the primary reason cited by the Supreme Court for the Bihar Special Intensive Revision (SIR) controversy?
Trust deficit issueThe Supreme Court observed that the controversy surrounding the Bihar SIR is largely a 'trust deficit issue'. The Election Commission of India (ECI) clarified that around 6.5 crore out of 7.9 crore voters did not need to submit documents, as their names or their parents’ names were already in the 2003 electoral roll. The court emphasized that inclusion or exclusion from electoral rolls falls within the ECI’s authority. It also noted that inadvertent errors can be rectified through due process. This highlights systemic concerns about transparency and public confidence in electoral mechanisms.
Question 5 Aug 13, 2025
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Which organization filed a lawsuit against Gautam Adani and Sagar Adani in a US court?
US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a complaint in the New York Eastern District Court alleging violations of federal securities laws by Gautam Adani, Sagar Adani, and the Adani Group. The charges relate to false and misleading statements about Adani Green Energy Ltd. during a 2021 debt offering. The SEC has been attempting to serve legal summons through India’s Ministry of Law and Justice under the Hague Service Convention. Despite repeated requests, Indian authorities have not yet delivered the documents. This international legal effort underscores the seriousness of the allegations.