Showing questions for December 24, 2025
- Total: 19 questions
Question 6 Dec 24, 2025
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In which Assam district did fresh violence erupt on December 23, 2025, leading to at least eight people being injured during clashes between protestors?
Karbi AnglongFresh violence broke out in Karbi Anglong district of Assam on December 23, 2025, when two protest groups clashed over the issue of encroachers on Professional Grazing Reserve (PGR) and Village Grazing Reserve (VGR) lands. The police used lathi charge and tear gas shells to control the situation. The unrest followed the torching of shops and a council official’s residence the previous day. Senior minister Ranoj Pegu mediated talks, leading protestors to call off a 15-day hunger strike after assurances of tripartite discussions. The state government imposed curfew and prohibitory orders to restore order.
Question 7 Dec 24, 2025
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Who has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the Chhattisgarh liquor scam for allegedly receiving ₹18 crore as proceeds of crime?
Niranjan DasIAS officer Niranjan Das was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on December 19, 2025, under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). He is accused of playing a central role in the Chhattisgarh liquor scam, which allegedly caused a loss of over ₹2,500 crore to the state exchequer. As Excise Commissioner, Das is alleged to have facilitated illicit liquor sales in exchange for ₹50 lakh monthly payments. The ED claims digital evidence and seized documents confirm his active complicity with a liquor syndicate. The scam is said to have operated between 2019 and 2022 during the Congress government’s tenure.
Question 8 Dec 24, 2025
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On December 26, 2025, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant is scheduled to lead a ‘Mediation Awareness Walk’ in which city?
PanajiChief Justice of India Surya Kant is set to lead a 2-kilometre ‘Mediation Awareness Walk’ in Panaji, Goa, on December 26, 2025, to promote mediation as an efficient and people-centric dispute resolution mechanism. The event is organized by the Bar Council of India (BCI), BCI Trust, and the India International University of Legal Education and Research (IIULER). The walk will start and end at Kala Academy, passing through key landmarks like Yog Setu and the Mandovi riverfront. This initiative aims to raise public awareness about alternative legal remedies. CJI Kant will also participate in a follow-up conference on mediation after the walk.
Question 9 Dec 24, 2025
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Which political parties have announced a seat-sharing alliance for the BMC and 28 other municipal corporation elections in Maharashtra?
Shiv Sena (UBT) and Maharashtra Navnirman SenaShiv Sena (UBT), led by Uddhav Thackeray, and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), headed by Raj Thackeray, have announced a seat-sharing alliance for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and 28 other municipal corporation elections. This marks a significant reunion after Raj Thackeray split from the original Shiv Sena in 2006. The alliance is being formed ahead of the January 15, 2026, elections and the birth centenary of Bal Thackeray on January 26, 2026. The coalition aims to counter the ruling BJP-Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde)-NCP alliance. Voting will be held on January 15, 2026, with results on January 16.
Question 10 Dec 24, 2025
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Which school in Assam won the Second Prize in the 'Instrumental Music-Orchestra Category' at the National Level Kala Utsav 2025?
Tezpur Government Higher Secondary SchoolThe Tezpur Government Higher Secondary School from Sonitpur, Assam, secured the Second Prize in the 'Instrumental Music-Orchestra Category' at the National Level Kala Utsav 2025. The competition was held at YASHADA, Pune, from December 20–22, 2025. Kala Utsav is a national initiative by the Ministry of Education to promote arts in school education. A total of 25 students from Assam participated after being shortlisted during the state-level event held in Guwahati. This achievement highlights the growing recognition of artistic talent from the northeastern region of India.