Showing questions for September 25, 2025
- Total: 28 questions
Question 16 Sep 25, 2025
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What is the significance of the drying trend in the Ganga river basin according to a recent scientific study?
It is unprecedented in the past 1,000 yearsA study published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences analyzed climate and hydrological data spanning 1,300 years and found that the drying of the Ganga river basin from 1991 to 2020 is unmatched in the last millennium. This alarming trend threatens water and food security for millions who depend on the river. The research highlights the impact of climate change and unsustainable water use practices on one of India’s most vital river systems. The findings call for urgent policy interventions and sustainable water management strategies. This historical context makes the current situation particularly concerning for future generations.
Question 17 Sep 25, 2025
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Why did Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma order the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT)?
To investigate the death of singer Zubeen GargAssam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma ordered the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) following the untimely death of renowned cultural icon Zubeen Garg in Singapore on September 19, 2025. Over 60 FIRs were filed across Assam against organizers of the Northeast India Festival, which Garg had attended before his death. The SIT, headed by senior police officer MP Gupta, will conduct a thorough investigation with full professional autonomy. Viscera samples were sent to the Central Forensic Laboratory in Delhi for detailed examination. The state government also banned Syamkanu Mahanta, the festival organizer, from conducting any events in Assam.
Question 18 Sep 25, 2025
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How many Naxalites surrendered in Dantewada, Chhattisgarh, and how many of them had bounties on their heads?
71 surrendered, 30 had bountiesOn September 25, 2025, a total of 71 Naxalites surrendered in Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, marking a significant development in anti-Naxal operations. Among them, 30 cadres had a collective bounty of ₹64 lakh, indicating their involvement in serious offenses. The surrender included 21 women and three minors, highlighting the diverse composition of Maoist ranks. The cadres cited disillusionment with Maoist ideology and were influenced by state rehabilitation programs like ‘Lon Varratu’ and ‘Poona Margem’. This large-scale surrender reflects the effectiveness of combined military pressure and rehabilitation policies in countering left-wing extremism.
Question 19 Sep 25, 2025
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The Jharkhand Cabinet has approved the relocation of how many families from the submergence zone of the North Koel Project and Palamau Tiger Reserve?
780 familiesThe Jharkhand Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Hemant Soren, approved the relocation of 780 families from seven villages falling under the submergence zone of the North Koel Project (also known as Mandal Dam) and the core area of Palamau Tiger Reserve. Each family will receive Rs 15 lakh and one acre of land as compensation. This decision is part of a larger rehabilitation and conservation initiative. The state government also approved Rs 774.55 crore to complete the remaining work on the North Koel project. The move aims to balance development with environmental protection and tribal welfare.
Question 20 Sep 25, 2025
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What financial assistance has been announced by West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee for the next of kin of those killed in rain-related incidents?
Rs 2 lakh ex gratiaWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced an ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh each for the next of kin of individuals who died in rain-related incidents across the state. At least 10 people, including nine electrocuted due to waterlogged areas and exposed wires, lost their lives. She also urged CESC to provide Rs 5 lakh compensation per family, citing negligence. The announcement was made during the Ekdalia Durga Puja inauguration in Kolkata. Banerjee emphasized that while money cannot replace lives, the state would ensure employment for affected families.