GK Express of 05/06/2025

By Nikhil Dasari - June 05, 2025

GK Express

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SOCIAL REFORMS COACH

1. Who founded the Sree Narayana Dharma Paripalana (SNDP) Yogam in 1903, and what was its main objective?

Narayana Guru (Kerala) founded the Sree Narayana Dharma Paripalana (SNDP) Yogam in 1903 to promote social reform, challenge caste discrimination, and uplift marginalized communities, especially the Ezhavas, through education and unity.

2. Who was associated with the Satnami Movement and what was its objective?

Ghasidas (Chhattisgarh) led the movement aiming to oppose caste-based discrimination and idol worship.

3. What was the main aim of the Servants of India Society?

It was founded by Gopal Krishna Gokhale in 1905 to train national missionaries for the service of the country and promote social reform, especially education.

INTERNAL SECURITY COACH

1. What is the difference between insurgency and terrorism?

The terms insurgency and terrorism are often used together but have different meanings.
Insurgency is an organized armed rebellion against an established government or authority, typically involving political motives.
✨ They often aim to overthrow the ruling regime, gain independence for a region, or implement a new political system.
Terrorism refers to the deliberate use of violence, especially against civilians, to spread fear and achieve political, religious, or ideological goals.
✨ Unlike insurgents who may seek control over territory or governance, terrorists mainly aim to create panic, attract media attention, and pressure governments through acts of brutality.
✨ These acts can include bombings, assassinations, hijackings, or suicide attacks, often carried out in public places.

2. When was the Internal Security Act passed?

The Maintenance of Internal Security Act (MISA) was a controversial law passed by the Indian Parliament in 1971.

3. How many kilometers of the border does India share with Pakistan?

India shares a geographical boundary of about 3330 km with its innate enemy Pakistan. On which the army of our country monitors 24 hours.

BIODIVERSITY COACH

1. What is the concept of 'Keystone Species'?

A species whose impact on its ecosystem is disproportionately large.
For example: Tiger in Indian forests maintains prey population and ecosystem balance.

2.Buxa Tiger Reserve is situated in which state?

Buxa Tiger Reserve is located in the Alipurduar district of West Bengal. It was declared a Tiger Reserve in 1983 and subsequently included in the Project Tiger network in 1987.

3. In which year was Project Tiger launched?

In the year 1973, the Project Tiger was launched to protect the diminishing tiger population. It was launched in order to ensure the conservation of the national animal of the country, tiger.

NCC B CERTIFICATE COACH

WEAPON TRAINING
1. What is the difference between Semi-Automatic and Fully Automatic fire?

Semi-auto fires one round per trigger pull; full-auto continues firing as long as the trigger is pressed.

DRILLING
2. What is 'Open Order March' and its importance?

A drill command where ranks take positions spaced out for inspection or weapon handling; enhances discipline and uniformity.

BATTELECRAFT AND FIELDCRAFT
3. What is a ‘Kill Zone’?

A pre-decided area in an ambush where concentrated fire is directed to inflict maximum damage to the enemy.

ABBREVIATION
4. Expand ITBP

Indo-Tibetan Border Police

Did You Know?

Kaziranga National Park in Assam hosts more than 70% of the world’s one-horned rhinoceroses, making it one of the greatest conservation success stories globally.

QUESTION OF THE DAY

Who is known as the mother of the environmental movement?

Rachel Carson is widely regarded as the "Mother of the Environmental Revolution" or "Mother of the Environmental Movement". Her 1962 book, "Silent Spring," is considered a landmark work that sparked widespread public.

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