GK Express of 12/06/2025
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SOCIAL REFORMS COACH
1. What was the objective of the 'Vaikom Satyagraha'?
It aims to allow lower castes to use roads near temples in Travancore (Kerala); it became a symbol of anti-caste discrimination movement.
The key leaders included T. K. Madhavan, K. P. Kesava Menon, and K. Kelappan. Additionally, E. V. Ramasamy (Periyar) and Sree Narayana Guru played significant roles in the movement, providing crucial leadership and support.
The key leaders included T. K. Madhavan, K. P. Kesava Menon, and K. Kelappan. Additionally, E. V. Ramasamy (Periyar) and Sree Narayana Guru played significant roles in the movement, providing crucial leadership and support.
2. Which movement was associated with 'Atmashakti'?
The Atmashakti Movement (early 20th century) was led by Gopal Krishna Gokhale in Odisha, advocating self-reliance and education.
3. What was the significance of the 'Aligarh Movement'?
Aligarh Movement was launched by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan to promote modern education among Indian Muslims and laid the foundation for Muslim socio-political awakening.
INTERNAL SECURITY COACH
1. What is 'Proxy War' in the context of India’s internal security?
A conflict where a country (e.g., Pakistan) uses non-state actors (like terrorists) to indirectly wage war without official military engagement.
2. What is 'Critical Information Infrastructure' (CII)?
Systems whose disruption can impact national security, economy, public health—protected by National Critical Information Infrastructure Protection Centre (NCIIPC).
3. What is the purpose of India’s National Cyber Coordination Centre (NCCC)?
It monitors internet traffic in India to detect and prevent cyber threats to national security. It is intended to screen communication metadata and co-ordinate the intelligence gathering activities of other agencies.
BIODIVERSITY COACH
1. What is a Biodiversity Hotspot and how many are in India?
A region with high species richness and endemism under threat. India has 4 hotspots:
Himalaya,
Indo-Burma, Western Ghats-Sri Lanka, and
Sundaland (Nicobar Islands).
Himalaya,
Indo-Burma, Western Ghats-Sri Lanka, and
Sundaland (Nicobar Islands).
2. What is the concept of 'Biological Corridor'?
A natural route that allows wildlife movement between habitats, aiding gene flow and reducing isolation (e.g., Kanha–Pench corridor for tigers).
3. What is the EDGE species concept?
EDGE = Evolutionarily Distinct and Globally Endangered species; they have few relatives and are at high risk of extinction (e.g., Pangolin, Gharial).
NCC B CERTIFICATE COACH
WEAPON TRAINING
What is the use of a flash suppressor?
What is the use of a flash suppressor?
It reduces muzzle flash to prevent revealing the shooter's position in night firing.
DRILLING
2. What is ‘Right Marker’ used for in platoon drill?
2. What is ‘Right Marker’ used for in platoon drill?
The rightmost cadet sets the alignment and spacing for the rest of the formation.
BATTELECRAFT AND FIELDCRAFT
3. What is the ‘Fire Base’ in tactical warfare?
3. What is the ‘Fire Base’ in tactical warfare?
A fixed or temporary point providing supporting fire to troops advancing or attacking.
ABBREVIATION
4. Expand AFSPA
4. Expand AFSPA
Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act
Did You Know?
🦎 India’s Great Indian Bustard is one of the heaviest flying birds and critically endangered—less than 150 remain in the wild.
QUESTION OF THE DAY
What is Article 243G of the Indian Constitution?
It empowers Gram Panchayats with authority to prepare plans and implement schemes for economic development and social justice.
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