Showing questions for September 26, 2025
- Total: 21 questions
Question 11 Sep 26, 2025
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What decision has the Election Commission taken to ensure greater transparency in the counting of postal ballots during elections?
EVM counting will begin only after postal ballot counting is completedThe Election Commission has revised its counting procedure to enhance transparency, especially in tight electoral contests. Now, the penultimate round of EVM counting will commence only after all postal ballots have been counted at a given center. This change prevents any possibility of EVM results being declared before postal votes—often critical in close margins—are fully accounted for. The move comes amid rising postal ballots due to expanded home voting for senior citizens and persons with disabilities. The updated process will be first implemented in the upcoming Bihar assembly polls.
Question 12 Sep 26, 2025
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Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announced conditions under which the state may recommend a CBI inquiry into singer Zubeen Garg’s death. What is that condition?
If the SIT probe is found unsatisfactoryAssam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that a CBI inquiry would be recommended if the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into Zubeen Garg’s death in Singapore is deemed unsatisfactory. A 10-member SIT led by CID Special DGP Munna Prasad Gupta has been formed to investigate the drowning incident. The CM urged the public not to spread rumors and to allow the investigation to proceed methodically with proper evidence collection. He emphasized that legal processes must be followed to ensure court-admissible outcomes rather than emotional decisions. The assurance reflects the government’s commitment to transparency and justice in high-profile cases.
Question 13 Sep 26, 2025
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Which country's president proposed the creation of a high-level group to reform the United Nations and advocated for greater representation of Middle Powers in the Security Council?
KazakhstanKazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev delivered a visionary speech at the 80th UN General Assembly, emphasizing the urgent need for UN reform due to declining trust in multilateral institutions. He proposed forming a new group of professionals to suggest concrete reforms and specifically called for rotational inclusion of major powers from Asia, Africa, and Latin America in the Security Council. Tokayev highlighted the role of 'Middle Powers' as bridge-builders during geopolitical divides, urging enhanced cooperation on peace, climate change, and digital governance. His address also covered nuclear disarmament, AI regulation, and regional ecological initiatives, positioning Kazakhstan as a global mediator. The proposal reflects Kazakhstan’s long-standing advocacy for international peace and institutional reform.
Question 14 Sep 26, 2025
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What was the key climate commitment announced by China at the UN High-Level Climate Summit in 2025?
To cut emissions by 7% to 10% by 2035China, the world’s largest carbon emitter responsible for over 31% of global CO₂ emissions, announced its first-ever emission reduction target during the UN climate summit. President Xi Jinping declared that China aims to reduce emissions by 7% to 10% by 2035, marking a significant shift in its climate policy. This pledge comes ahead of major climate negotiations in Brazil and amid growing international pressure to combat extreme weather and global warming. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres convened the summit to push for stronger actions on fossil fuel emissions. The move is seen as a critical step, though experts stress that deeper cuts will be needed to meet Paris Agreement goals.
Question 15 Sep 26, 2025
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What incident occurred at a US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Dallas in September 2025?
A shooter killed one detainee and injured two others before dying by suicideOn September 2025, a gunman identified as 29-year-old Joshua Jahn opened fire from a nearby roof onto an ICE facility in Dallas, killing one detainee and critically injuring two others in a transport van. The FBI classified the event as 'targeted violence' and found a bullet marked 'ANTI-ICE' at the scene, suggesting anti-immigration enforcement motives. The shooter later died by suicide. Authorities responded swiftly, securing the area and protecting civilians, including Edwin Cardona and his family who were present for an appointment. The attack reignited debates over political rhetoric against federal agencies like ICE and CBP, with figures like Senator Ted Cruz condemning violent extremism.