Showing questions for November 20, 2025
- Total: 31 questions
Question 1 Nov 20, 2025
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What major verdict is the Supreme Court of India expected to deliver on November 20, 2025?
Verdict on whether courts can set timelines for Governors and the President to assent to state billsOn November 20, 2025, the Supreme Court is delivering a significant constitutional verdict regarding a presidential reference filed by President Droupadi Murmu under Article 143(1). The reference seeks clarity on whether judicial timelines can be imposed on Governors and the President while exercising their discretionary powers under Articles 200 and 201 to give assent to bills passed by state legislatures. This issue arose after a prior SC ruling on April 8, 2025, involving the Tamil Nadu Governor’s delay in clearing bills. A five-judge Constitution Bench led by CJI BR Gavai had reserved judgment on September 11 after 10 days of hearings. The outcome may shape the balance between judicial oversight and constitutional discretion in India’s federal structure.
Question 2 Nov 20, 2025
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Which company secured approval to acquire Jaiprakash Associates (JAL) for ₹14,535 crore?
Adani EnterprisesAdani Enterprises emerged as the successful bidder for the bankrupt infrastructure firm Jaiprakash Associates (JAL) with a ₹14,535 crore proposal that received 89% approval from the Committee of Creditors (CoC). The bid included ₹6,005 crore upfront and ₹7,600 crore deferred over two years, valued at around ₹12,000 crore in net present value terms. Adani outcompeted rivals Vedanta and Dalmia Cement, the latter of which proposed a back-ended five-year payment plan deemed less favorable. National Asset Reconstruction Company Ltd (NARCL), holding 86% voting share, strongly backed Adani’s offer. This acquisition strengthens Adani Group’s footprint in infrastructure and aligns with its strategy of acquiring distressed assets under the IBC framework.
Question 3 Nov 20, 2025
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After a gap of over 30 years, a tiger has reappeared in which Indian state?
GujaratA tiger has been confirmed to have established a permanent presence in Gujarat’s Ratanmahal Wildlife Sanctuary in Dahod district—marking the species’ return after a gap of over three decades. Since February 2025, forest authorities have consistently captured the tiger on CCTV, and prey base augmentation through herbivore relocation has been undertaken to support its survival. Gujarat is better known as the exclusive home of the Asiatic lion in Gir, but the return of tigers offers new biodiversity opportunities. The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has been notified to guide conservation strategies. This development is being hailed as a potential milestone for tiger range expansion in western India.
Question 4 Nov 20, 2025
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Who is set to take oath as Chief Minister of Bihar for a record 10th time on November 20, 2025?
Nitish KumarNitish Kumar is scheduled to assume the office of Chief Minister of Bihar for a historic 10th term on November 20, 2025, following the NDA’s victory in the state elections. The oath ceremony will be held at Gandhi Maidan in Patna and attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Kumar, who recently resigned and was re-elected as NDA legislative party leader, will head a coalition cabinet comprising 16 BJP ministers and 14 JD(U) ministers, including himself. His alliance with BJP continues despite past political shifts. The arrangement also includes representation for allies like LJP, HAM, and RLM, with emphasis on increased women’s participation, possibly including a woman Deputy CM.
Question 5 Nov 20, 2025
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Which provision of the Tribunals Reforms Act, 2021 was struck down by the Supreme Court on November 19, 2025?
Minimum age of 50 years for tribunal appointmentsOn November 19, 2025, the Supreme Court struck down key provisions of the Tribunals Reforms Act, 2021, including the rule prescribing a minimum age of 50 years for appointments to tribunals. The Court criticized the Union Government for reintroducing measures previously invalidated, calling it “old wine in a new bottle.” The 137-page judgment emphasized that once a constitutional defect is identified, Parliament cannot circumvent judicial precedent by re-enacting the same provision in a different form. The Court also invalidated the clause requiring the Search-cum-Selection Committee to recommend only two names per vacancy, as it granted excessive discretion to the executive. These changes were seen as undermining tribunal independence and violating separation of powers.