Showing questions for October 01, 2025
- Total: 18 questions
Question 11 Oct 01, 2025
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Which new airport received its Aerodrome Licence from the DGCA ahead of its inauguration scheduled for October 8, 2025?
Navi Mumbai International AirportThe Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), developed by Adani Airports Holdings Ltd and CIDCO, received its Aerodrome Licence from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on October 1, 2025. This licence is a mandatory regulatory clearance for commencing flight operations and confirms compliance with stringent safety norms. NMIA will serve as the second international airport for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region alongside Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. It aims to decongest air traffic and enhance regional and global connectivity. Airlines like Air India, IndiGo, and Akasa Air have already announced plans to operate from NMIA.
Question 12 Oct 01, 2025
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According to the NCRB report cited in the article, what was the percentage increase in crimes against children in 2023 compared to 2022?
9.20%The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) reported that 1,77,335 cases of crime against children were registered in 2023, marking a 9.2% rise from the 1,62,449 cases recorded in 2022. The crime rate per one lakh child population increased from 36.6 in 2022 to 39.9 in 2023. Major categories included kidnapping/abduction (45%) and offences under the POCSO Act (38.2%). The data also revealed that most offenders were known to the victims, highlighting the need for community-level vigilance. States like Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Assam reported the highest case numbers.
Question 13 Oct 01, 2025
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Who congratulated the RSS on its centenary and urged it to focus on nation-building and character-building for the next 100 years?
Karan SinghVeteran Congress leader and former Union Minister Karan Singh extended congratulations to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on completing 100 years since its founding on Vijayadashmi in 1925. In a video message released on October 1, 2025, he recalled the RSS’s support for his 1982 initiative, the Virat Hindu Samaj, and emphasized the importance of character-building for societal progress. He expressed hope that the RSS would continue contributing to India’s development and global leadership. The RSS planned nationwide events, including Hindu sammelans and symposiums, to mark its centenary year.
Question 14 Oct 01, 2025
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Which state reported the highest number of crimes against children in 2023 according to the NCRB data?
Madhya PradeshAs per the NCRB report released in 2025, Madhya Pradesh topped the list with 22,393 total cases of crimes against children, recording a crime rate of 77.9 per one lakh child population. Maharashtra followed closely with 22,390 cases (rate: 62), while Assam had the highest rate at 84.2 but fewer total cases (10,174). The data underscores regional disparities in reporting, enforcement, and vulnerability. Delhi and Andaman & Nicobar Islands showed disproportionately high rates due to urban density and better reporting mechanisms. The figures highlight the urgent need for targeted child protection strategies in high-incidence states.
Question 15 Oct 01, 2025
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Who became the first female para-swimmer with Autism Spectrum Disorder to swim solo across the Catalina Channel?
Jiya RaiJiya Rai, a 17-year-old Indian girl with Autism Spectrum Disorder, made history by becoming the first female para-swimmer to complete a solo swim across the Catalina Channel near Los Angeles. She covered the 34 km distance in 15 hours, 1 minute, and 43 seconds, starting on September 25 and finishing on September 26, 2025. Jiya has previously earned global recognition for swimming across the English Channel and the Palk Strait. She is also a recipient of prestigious awards like the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar and the WOWSA Award. Her achievement is dedicated to raising awareness about autism.