Showing questions for November 20, 2025
- Total: 31 questions
Question 11 Nov 20, 2025
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Which heritage-focused body will be reconstituted to lead the redevelopment of Old Delhi, as announced by CM Rekha Gupta?
Shahjahanabad Redevelopment CorporationCM Rekha Gupta announced the reconstitution of the Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corporation (SRDC) to restore Old Delhi’s historical and cultural identity. The revamped SRDC will include heritage conservation experts and coordinate all redevelopment efforts. This move addresses years of neglect and fragmented jurisdiction that hampered progress. The aim is to beautify Chandni Chowk while preserving its original character and improving civic infrastructure. The corporation will also oversee construction of amenities like 'Pink Toilets' for women.
Question 12 Nov 20, 2025
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What significant directive did the Supreme Court issue regarding tribunals in its recent verdict?
Establish a National Tribunals CommissionThe Supreme Court, in its verdict dated 20 November 2025, directed the Central Government to establish a National Tribunals Commission. This body is envisioned as an essential structural safeguard to ensure independence, transparency, and uniformity in the appointment, administration, and functioning of tribunals across India. The Court emphasized that reducing judicial pendency is a shared institutional duty, not solely that of the judiciary. It also clarified that appointments made before the Tribunal Reforms Act, 2021, but notified afterward, would be protected. This move aims to address long-standing concerns about politicization and inefficiency in tribunal systems.
Question 13 Nov 20, 2025
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Which Indian state recently confirmed the return of tigers after being declared extinct there in 1989?
GujaratIn a major ecological development, Gujarat confirmed the presence of a tiger that has settled in Ratanmahal Wildlife Sanctuary in Dahod district. Tigers had gone extinct in the state in 1989, but a wandering tiger first spotted in February 2025 has since made the sanctuary its home. The state’s Forest and Environment Minister Arjun Modhwadia announced this, noting that the tiger appears healthy and that herbivores have been relocated to support its prey base. The National Tiger Conservation Authority has been informed, and guidance is being sought for further conservation steps. This event marks a historic milestone for Gujarat, now home to three big cats: lion, leopard, and tiger.
Question 14 Nov 20, 2025
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What action did Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee take against Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose in November 2025?
Filed a counter-complaintFollowing an FIR filed by Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose against him, TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee filed a counter-complaint on 20 November 2025, accusing the Governor of interfering in the state’s electoral process and inciting disharmony. Banerjee alleged that Bose’s public remarks—such as promoting 'ballot over bullet culture'—were aimed at influencing voters. He demanded an investigation under Section 173 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita. Banerjee also accused the Governor of issuing false charges against the Bengal Police, undermining public trust. This exchange reflects deepening tensions between the state government and the Governor’s office.
Question 15 Nov 20, 2025
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Which organization has secured intellectual property rights for its new 'coat combat (digital print)' in 2025?
Indian ArmyThe Indian Army secured intellectual property rights for its newly designed 'coat combat (digital print)'—a three-layered garment developed in collaboration with NIFT Delhi under the Army Design Bureau. The design was registered with the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trademarks on 27 February 2025 and published in the Official Journal on 7 October 2025. The exclusive IPR ensures legal protection against unauthorized reproduction or commercial use. The coat includes an outer digital camouflage layer, an insulated mid-layer, and a thermal base layer for diverse operational conditions. This move supports the Army’s goals of modernization, indigenization, and soldier comfort.