Showing questions for November 21, 2025
- Total: 28 questions
Question 1 Nov 21, 2025
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Which Indian shuttlers are set to face each other in an all-Indian quarterfinal clash at the Australian Open 2025?
Ayush Shetty and Lakshya SenOn 21/11/2025, young Indian badminton talents Ayush Shetty and Lakshya Sen advanced to the quarterfinals of the Australian Open, setting up an all-Indian clash. Shetty defeated world No. 9 Kodai Naraoka in straight games, while Sen overcame Chi Yu Jen of Chinese Taipei in a hard-fought three-game match. Their performances stood out as senior players like HS Prannoy and Kidambi Srikanth exited early from the tournament. This encounter highlights the rising depth in Indian men’s singles badminton. Both players have shown consistent form this year, with Shetty also winning the Yonex US Open Super 300.
Question 2 Nov 21, 2025
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What did the Supreme Court rule regarding Governors’ power to grant assent to State Bills?
Governors cannot sit on Bills indefinitely but courts cannot impose timelinesOn 21/11/2025, the Supreme Court delivered a landmark ruling stating that while Governors cannot indefinitely delay granting assent to Bills passed by State Assemblies, the judiciary cannot impose fixed timelines for such decisions. The court emphasized that prolonged, unexplained inaction would be subject to limited judicial scrutiny. It clarified that Governors have only three constitutional options under Article 200: grant assent, withhold assent and send the Bill back for reconsideration, or refer it to the President. The judgment addressed tensions between Opposition-ruled States like Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Punjab and their Governors. However, the Court refused to use Article 142 to deem assent automatically, calling it an overreach into another constitutional authority’s domain.
Question 3 Nov 21, 2025
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Which university was recently barred from participating in the North Zone Inter-University Cricket Tournament 2025–26?
Al-Falah University, FaridabadAl-Falah University in Faridabad was barred by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) from the North Zone Inter-University Cricket Tournament scheduled from November 22 to December 4, 2025, at AMU. This decision follows renewed scrutiny of the institution due to its alleged links with multiple individuals involved in recent terror cases, including the Delhi blast. Notably, Mirza Shadab Baig — a key accused in the 2007 Gorakhpur and 2008 Ahmedabad serial blasts — studied BTech there in 2007. Investigators also recovered 2,900 kg of explosives from the university premises linked to the Delhi blast case. The AIU’s move reflects growing concern over institutional oversight in higher education spaces with alleged terror links.
Question 4 Nov 21, 2025
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Which defence systems has the USA recently approved for sale to India?
Excalibur and JavelinOn 21/11/2025, the United States approved the sale of two advanced defence systems to India: the M982A1 Excalibur precision-guided artillery projectiles and Javelin anti-tank missile systems, valued at nearly $93 million. These will be acquired through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) route, ensuring US government backing for all contractual obligations. The Excalibur round is compatible with India’s M-777 Ultra Light Howitzers, while the Javelin is a highly effective shoulder-fired anti-tank weapon. The US described India as a “major defence partner” and emphasized the deal’s role in enhancing regional stability in the Indo-Pacific and South Asia. This move aligns with deepening Indo-US strategic and defence cooperation.
Question 5 Nov 21, 2025
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Who was arrested by Delhi Police for operating an online book piracy network?
Anmol KiroDelhi Police arrested Anmol Kiro, a 27-year-old resident of Mayur Vihar Phase-I, for allegedly running a large-scale online piracy network under the name 'BookBhandar.In'. The operation involved selling pirated academic books sourced from Daryaganj, using fake invoices and digital payments. Police recovered 42 pirated books from his residence and 686 more from a follow-up raid. Notices were also issued to five others involved in printing and distribution. The case was registered under the Copyright Act and cheating-related provisions.