Showing questions for September 07, 2025
- Total: 19 questions
Question 6 Sep 07, 2025
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What penalty has been proposed for hawkers found using non-standard weights or measures in Delhi?
`500The draft Delhi Legal Metrology (Enforcement) Amendment Rules, 2025, include hawkers for the first time with a specified penalty. A fine of `500 has been proposed for hawkers violating standards of weights, measures, or numeration. This is part of a broader crackdown on unfair trade practices across all levels of commerce. The inclusion of hawkers reflects the government’s intent to ensure uniform compliance, even in informal sectors. The notification is open for public feedback before final implementation.
Question 7 Sep 07, 2025
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Why did the Bar Council of India request the coordination committee of Delhi's district bar associations to recall the lawyers’ strike?
The concerns of the bar regarding virtual deposition of police witnesses have been addressedThe Bar Council of India (BCI), led by Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra, urged the coordination committee to defer the indefinite strike because recent circulars have addressed key concerns. The police commissioner’s office clarified that only formal police witnesses would testify via video conferencing from stations, while material witnesses could appear physically. Additionally, defense requests for physical presence can be considered by judges. The BCI emphasized that repeated strikes harm litigants, especially undertrial prisoners, and undermine the legal profession’s credibility. It also stressed that only bar councils have statutory authority to regulate such actions.
Question 8 Sep 07, 2025
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What valuable items were stolen from a Jain religious event at the Red Fort in Delhi?
Golden 'kalash' and diamond-studded gold urnsIn a major security breach, two golden 'kalash' (urns) and other precious items worth about `1.5 crore were stolen during a Jain religious ceremony at the August 15 Park inside the Red Fort. The stolen items included a gold 'jhari' weighing 760 grams and a smaller 115-gram gold 'jhari' studded with 150 grams of diamonds, emeralds, and rubies. The thief disguised himself as a Jain priest and exploited the crowd during the ceremonial welcome. The incident has raised serious concerns about security at heritage sites, especially after a previous lapse during an Independence Day mock drill. Police have identified the suspect from CCTV footage and assured of imminent arrest.
Question 9 Sep 07, 2025
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How much financial aid did Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announce for flood-affected Punjab?
`5 croreDelhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced a financial assistance of `5 crore to Punjab from the Delhi government to support relief efforts in the flood-hit state. She expressed solidarity with Punjab and stated that Delhi stands shoulder to shoulder during this crisis. The floods, caused by swollen rivers like Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi due to heavy rains in Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir, have devastated 18 districts. Over 1.72 lakh hectares of farmland have been damaged, 43 lives have been lost, and thousands have been evacuated. The aid will be contributed to the Punjab CM Relief Fund to help restore normalcy for affected citizens.
Question 10 Sep 07, 2025
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What did Imran Khan say about the situation in Balochistan and what action did he support?
Fully participate in the strike called by Mahmood AchakzaiImran Khan condemned the worsening situation in Balochistan, attributing it to the denial of governance to elected representatives. He expressed condolences over the bomb blast at a rally marking Sardar Attaullah Mengal’s death anniversary, which killed at least 15 people. Khan emphasized that the people of Balochistan are suffering under terrorism and a hybrid (military-backed) governance system. He called on his party, PTI, to fully support the strike announced by Mahmood Achakzai, a political leader from the region. This strike was aimed at protesting state oppression and demanding democratic rights and autonomy for Balochistan.