Showing questions for November 05, 2025
- Total: 23 questions
Question 11 Nov 05, 2025
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According to Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, how frequently is a new indigenous warship or submarine being added to the Indian Navy?
Every 40 daysAdmiral Tripathi stated that the Indian Navy is adding one new indigenous warship or submarine every 40 days as part of its 'aatmanirbharta' (self-reliance) initiative. This pace supports the Navy’s vision of operating over 200 vessels by 2035. All 52 ships currently on order are being built in Indian shipyards. The focus extends beyond platforms to components, aiming for a fully self-reliant force by 2047. He emphasized that indigenous capabilities are now tied to industrial ecosystems, innovation, and digital infrastructure.
Question 12 Nov 05, 2025
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What is the main reason West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee opposed the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls?
She alleged it was a conspiracy to delete opposition voters’ names and manipulate upcoming electionsMamata Banerjee accused the BJP and the Election Commission of colluding to erase voter names in opposition-ruled states like Bengal, while excluding BJP-ruled Assam from the SIR. She claimed this was a tactic to tilt electoral outcomes in BJP’s favor. Her rally highlighted growing public anxiety and even reported suicides linked to fears of disenfranchisement and deportation. She warned the move could lead to the downfall of the BJP in Delhi. The SIR process, she argued, was being rushed unlike its 2002 version, raising suspicion about its true intent.
Question 13 Nov 05, 2025
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What concern did Kerala’s Labour Minister V Sivankutty raise regarding the Centre’s new labour codes?
They weaken workers’ rights, social security, and trade union freedomKerala’s Labour Minister stated the state will oppose the Centre’s four labour codes at a national conference. He emphasized that while Kerala supports timely and worker-friendly reforms, the current codes compromise fundamental rights like collective bargaining and minimum wage guarantees. Kerala prioritizes strong trade union protections and improved occupational safety. The minister stressed that the state’s stance is pro-worker, not anti-reform. He plans to advocate for revisions that protect vulnerable laborers without diluting social security.
Question 14 Nov 05, 2025
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According to the QS Asia University Rankings-2026, how many Indian universities are now featured compared to 2016?
294 in 2026, up from 24 in 2016PM Modi highlighted that Indian representation in the QS Asia University Rankings has surged from just 24 institutions in 2016 to 294 in 2026. This reflects sustained government efforts to improve the quality of higher education, research output, and institutional capacity. Seven Indian institutions made it to Asia’s top 100, including five IITs, IISc Bengaluru, and Delhi University. IIT-Delhi ranked 59th and was the top Indian institute for the fifth consecutive year. The growth underscores India’s focus on making education globally competitive and innovation-driven.
Question 15 Nov 05, 2025
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Which former U.S. Vice President passed away at the age of 84 in early November 2025?
Dick CheneyDick Cheney, who served as Vice President under George W. Bush and as Secretary of Defense under George H.W. Bush, died at age 84. He was known for his influential role in the Iraq War and for expanding executive surveillance powers post-9/11. Despite living with chronic heart disease and having undergone a heart transplant, Cheney remained a prominent conservative figure long after his time in office. His death in November 2025 was widely reported and marked the end of a significant political career. Cheney was often described as the most powerful and polarizing vice president in modern U.S. history.