GK Express of 15/05/2025

GK Express
“Life is like a sewer … what you get out of it depends on what you put into it.” —Tom Lehrer

SOCIAL REFORMS COACH

1. The Widow Remarriage Act of 1856 was introduced under whose initiative?
Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar
He advocated for widow remarriage with the support of Lord Dalhousie. It was a milestone reform in British India.
It is a law passed during British rule in India that legalized the remarriage of Hindu widows.
2. Which organisation is associated with Jyotirao Phule’s attack on caste-based oppression?
Satya Shodhak Samaj
It was founded in 1873 to promote social equality, particularly for Shudras and women.
3. Which Article of the Indian Constitution abolishes untouchability?
Article 17 of the Indian Constitution abolished 'untouchability'

INTERNAL SECURITY COACH

1. What is NATGRID?
National Intelligence Grid
It integrates data from multiple security and intelligence agencies for real-time internal security analysis.
2. Which agency handles counter-terror operations in India?
National Security Guard (NSG)
Formed in: 1984, after the assassination of Indira Gandhi and the rise in terrorism.

Nicknamed: Black Cats, due to their black uniforms and bravery.
Controlled by: Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
Headquarters: Manesar, Haryana.
3.Which neighboring country is part of the Golden Triangle drug route?
Myanmar

BIO-DIVERSITY COACH

1. What is the role of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002?
The main aim of BDA, 2002 is to Conserve biological resources and equitable sharing of benefits.
It created the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA).
2. Which Indian region is considered a "biodiversity hotspot"?
Western Ghats
3. First animal to known photosynthesize ?
The first animal known to be able to photosynthesize is the sea slug Elysia chlorotica, also known as the eastern emerald elysia.

NCC B CERTIFICATE COACH

WEAPON TRAINING
1. What does 'zeroing a rifle' mean?
Adjusting the sights so that the bullet hits the point of aim
DRILLING
2. How many beats are there in a Parade March?
120 beats per minute
LEADERSHIP
3. Name a leadership quality essential in crisis management.
Decisiveness
It means making decisions quickly and smartly.If you make decisions quickly, you are someone who is decisive.
ABBREVIATION
4. Expand AOC?
Army Ordinance Corps

QUESTION OF THE DAY

Which Indian national park is a tiger reserve and UNESCO site?
Nanda Devi National Park in Uttarakhand is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and part of a tiger conservation reserve.

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