Showing questions for December 03, 2025
- Total: 14 questions
Question 1 Dec 03, 2025
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Which court deferred the declaration of Maharashtra local body election results until December 21, 2025?
Bombay High CourtThe Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court ruled that declaring results in two phases—December 3 for December 2 polls and December 21 for December 20 polls—was unjust and improper. The court reasoned that revealing results of the first phase could influence voter behavior and political strategies in the second phase, violating the principles of free and fair elections. It directed the Maharashtra State Election Commission not to publish any results until all voting was complete. The court also barred media from publicizing any exit poll results during this period. This decision came in response to multiple petitions challenging the SEC’s bifurcated result declaration approach.
Question 2 Dec 03, 2025
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Who was unanimously elected as the Speaker of the Bihar Assembly on December 3, 2025?
Prem KumarVeteran BJP leader Prem Kumar was unanimously elected as the Speaker of the Bihar Legislative Assembly after being the only candidate nominated for the post. The pro-tem Speaker Narendra Narayan Yadav conducted a voice vote, following which Kumar was declared elected. As per legislative custom, he was escorted to the Speaker’s chair by both Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Opposition Leader Tejashwi Yadav. Prem Kumar recently won his eighth consecutive term from the Gaya Town constituency, reflecting his longstanding political presence. His election was marked by a display of bipartisan goodwill in the Assembly.
Question 3 Dec 03, 2025
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What major environmental-financial initiative did the Nashik Municipal Corporation launch recently?
Issued Clean Godavari Bonds worth ₹200 croreThe Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) raised ₹200 crore through the issuance of 'NMC Clean Godavari Bonds,' listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). The bond issue was oversubscribed nearly four times, indicating strong institutional investor confidence. Proceeds will fund key infrastructure projects ahead of the 2027 Simhastha Kumbh Mela, including pedestrian bridges, vending plazas, sewer upgrades, and a command center. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and NSE CEO Ashishkumar Chauhan praised the initiative as a milestone in municipal finance. The entire fundraising was completed within 4–5 months, with plans for a second bond issue underway.
Question 4 Dec 03, 2025
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What is the primary cause of the recent rodent infestation affecting Mizoram’s agriculture?
Gregarious flowering of Bambusa Tulda bambooThe rodent infestation in Mizoram stems from the gregarious flowering of 'Bambusa Tulda,' a bamboo species that blooms cyclically and produces abundant seeds, leading to a surge in rodent populations. This ecological phenomenon has severely impacted over 5,300 farmers across all 11 districts, destroying 1,700 hectares of farmland. Crop losses averaged 42%, with some districts like Hnahthial reporting losses as high as 82.9%. The state’s Agriculture Department responded with mass poisoning drives and containment measures. Such bamboo flowering events are known to trigger 'mautam' cycles in Northeast India, historically causing famines and ecological disruption.
Question 5 Dec 03, 2025
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According to Mamata Banerjee, how many jobs has her government created in West Bengal over the past 14 years?
2 croreWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee claimed on December 3, 2025, that her administration had generated 2 crore (20 million) jobs since coming to power in 2011. She presented this figure during a review of her government’s achievements, citing advancements in MNREGA, housing, and road construction. Banerjee also highlighted welfare schemes like 'Khadhya Sathi' and 'Duare Ration,' which reached millions despite alleged fund cuts by the central government. The announcement preceded a series of mega rallies in districts like Malda and Murshidabad, aimed at countering opposition narratives. Critics, however, questioned the methodology behind the job creation claim.