Showing questions for December 24, 2025
- Total: 19 questions
Question 1 Dec 24, 2025
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What was the reason cited by the Uttar Pradesh Government for seeking withdrawal of charges in the 2015 Dadri lynching case?
Maintenance of social harmonyThe Uttar Pradesh Government filed an application in the Surajpur court seeking to withdraw all charges against the 14 accused in the 2015 Dadri lynching case. The primary reason cited was the 'maintenance of social harmony.' However, the court rejected this plea, calling it baseless, and ordered that the trial continue on a day-to-day basis. The case involved the killing of Mohammad Akhlaq over rumors of beef storage, which had sparked nationwide outrage. The court’s decision was hailed by rights activists and opposition leaders as a victory for justice and a warning against political interference in legal processes.
Question 2 Dec 24, 2025
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Who has been repatriated to Maharashtra and is likely to become the next Director General of Police of the state?
Sadanand Vasant DateSadanand Vasant Date, a 1990-batch IPS officer and current Chief of the National Investigation Agency (NIA), has been prematurely repatriated to his parent cadre, Maharashtra. This move comes ahead of the retirement of the current DGP, Rashmi Shukla, on January 3, 2026. Date is widely respected for his role during the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks and has been awarded the President’s Police Medal for gallantry. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, chaired by PM Narendra Modi, approved his repatriation. He is now the frontrunner to take over as Maharashtra's next police chief.
Question 3 Dec 24, 2025
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How many electors were removed from voter lists in Madhya Pradesh during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise as per the draft electoral rolls published on December 24, 2025?
42.74 lakhDuring the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, 42.74 lakh electors were removed from the voter list in Madhya Pradesh. These deletions were based on classifications such as 'shifted/absent,' 'deceased,' or 'enrolled at multiple places,' as reported by Booth Level Officers. The draft rolls were published on December 24, 2025, and the final version is scheduled to be released on February 14, 2026. Similar exercises were carried out in Kerala, Chhattisgarh, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands, with a total of 95 lakh names removed across these regions. The Election Commission undertook this exercise to ensure accuracy and integrity in voter data.
Question 4 Dec 24, 2025
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Which Hindi writer and Jnanpith Award recipient passed away on December 23, 2025, at the age of 88?
Vinod Kumar ShuklaRenowned Hindi writer Vinod Kumar Shukla, born on January 1, 1937, in Rajnandgaon (now in Chhattisgarh), passed away on December 23, 2025, at the age of 88 due to age-related ailments at AIIMS Raipur. He was widely regarded as one of the most distinctive voices in Hindi literature, with acclaimed works like 'Naukar Ki Kameez' and 'Ek Chuppi Jagah.' Shukla received the prestigious Jnanpith Award for his contributions to literature. His writing was known for portraying the emotions of ordinary people and reflecting the nuanced realities of everyday life in Indian society.
Question 5 Dec 24, 2025
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What new data sources is the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) planning to include in the computation of the Consumer Price Index (CPI)?
Online sources and e-commerce platformsThe Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) is revising the methodology for computing key economic indicators, including the Consumer Price Index (CPI). As part of this overhaul, MoSPI plans to incorporate data from online sources and e-commerce platforms to better reflect retail inflation trends. This move aims to enhance the reliability, accuracy, and relevance of CPI data in a rapidly digitizing economy. The IMF had previously flagged India's statistical framework as inadequate, citing outdated base years and methodological gaps. The proposed new base year for CPI is 2024, aligning it more closely with current consumption patterns.