Showing questions for August 29, 2025
- Total: 19 questions
Question 1 Aug 29, 2025
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Which city was ranked as the safest for women in India according to the NARI 2025 report?
KohimaThe National Annual Report and Index on Women’s Safety (NARI) 2025 ranked Kohima as the safest city for women in India. The report, based on a survey of 12,770 women across 31 cities, highlighted that top-ranked cities like Kohima demonstrated stronger gender equity, effective policing, women-friendly infrastructure, and high civic participation. These factors significantly contributed to women feeling safer in public spaces. In contrast, cities like Delhi, Patna, and Jaipur scored poorly due to patriarchal norms and weak institutional responsiveness. The NARI 2025 report emphasizes that safety perceptions are shaped by both structural and social factors, not just crime statistics.
Question 2 Aug 29, 2025
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What was the primary cause of road accident fatalities in India in 2023, according to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways?
Over-speedingThe 'Road Accidents in India 2023' report by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways identified over-speeding as the leading cause of fatalities, accounting for 68.1% of deaths. Driving on the wrong side was the second major factor, contributing to 5.5% of deaths. The report recorded 4,80,583 accidents in 2023, resulting in 1,72,890 deaths and over 4.6 lakh injuries. Young adults aged 18–45 constituted 66.4% of victims, highlighting the demographic impact. The data underscores the urgent need for stricter enforcement of speed limits and better road safety awareness campaigns.
Question 3 Aug 29, 2025
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Which Indian Forest Service officer initiated the 'Book Baithak' in Dumka, Jharkhand, to promote reading culture?
Satwik VyasSatwik Vyas, an Indian Forest Service officer of the 2018 batch serving as the Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) of Dumka, launched the 'Book Baithak' initiative to revive reading culture. The gatherings, held fortnightly, bring together people of all ages and languages to share stories in a distraction-free environment without mobile phones. The initiative welcomes all languages, including Hindi, English, Bangla, Santhali, and Urdu, fostering inclusivity. It has created a unique community space where even non-readers are encouraged to participate and absorb the atmosphere. This grassroots movement exemplifies how public servants can drive cultural and social change beyond their official duties.
Question 4 Aug 29, 2025
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Which country expelled Iran's ambassador in August 2025 over alleged involvement in antisemitic attacks?
AustraliaAustralia expelled Iran's ambassador, Ahmad Sadeghi, in August 2025 following intelligence reports linking Iran to two antisemitic arson attacks. These included a fire at a kosher food business in Sydney (October 2024) and another at Melbourne’s Adass Israel Synagogue (December 2024). While no diplomats were directly involved, Australian authorities suspect Iran used local criminals to carry out the attacks. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced the expulsion, severing diplomatic ties amid rising antisemitic incidents post the 2023 Israel-Hamas war. The move followed prior warnings about the ambassador’s controversial social media activity and conduct.
Question 5 Aug 29, 2025
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Which international delegation expressed interest in replicating Delhi's 'Devi' electric bus model for last-mile connectivity?
NorwayA high-level delegation from Oslo, Norway, has shown interest in adopting Delhi’s community-based 'Devi' electric bus model to enhance last-mile connectivity in their city. The Norwegian team, including climate and e-mobility officials, met with Delhi Transport Minister Dr. Pankaj Kumar Singh after experiencing a Devi bus ride. They praised it as an 'innovative template' and invited Dr. Singh to speak at the Nordic EV Summit 2026. The collaboration highlights Delhi’s growing influence in sustainable urban mobility. Both sides also discussed battery recycling and zero-emission transport policies.