GK Express of 28/06/2025
“Dreams are not what you see in sleep, dreams are those that do not let you sleep.”
— A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Career Tip
📌 Focus on Building Domain-Specific Vocabulary
For UPSC, SSC, Banking, build mini-glossaries for each subject (e.g., Economy, Environment, IR) with crisp 10-15 words weekly. Helps in MCQs, essays, and interviews.
ENGLISH COACH
1. What is the correct usage: “Each of the boys ___ given a medal”?
"Was" – because “Each” is singular even if the noun after is plural.
2. what is the meaning of given phrase "i wasn't born yesterday" ?
It means someone is not naive, gullible, or easily deceived, and they possess a good amount of experience and knowledge.
3. What is the difference between “Since” and “For” in perfect tenses?
Since: Point of time (e.g., since 2010)
For: Duration (e.g., for 5 years)
For: Duration (e.g., for 5 years)
AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS COACH
1. Who won the first Bharat Ratna posthumously?
Lal Bahadur Shastri was the first person to be awarded the Bharat Ratna posthumously. He received the award in 1966, following his death earlier that year.
2. Which state won the ‘Best State in Horticulture Award 2024’ in the Agriculture Leadership Awards 2024?
Nagaland won the ‘Best State in Horticulture Award 2024’ for innovative horticulture programs benefiting many farmers and rural people. Women Resource Development and Horticulture Minister Salhoutuonuo Kruse received the award in New Delhi
3. Who is the only Indian to win two Oscars?
The only Indian to win two Oscars is A.R. Rahman. He won Best Original Score and Best Original Song ("Jai Ho") for his work in the film Slumdog Millionaire at the 81st Academy Awards in 2009.
SJPERLATIVES COACH
1. Which is the world’s highest motorable road?
The world's highest motorable road is Umling La, located in Ladakh, India. It is situated at an elevation of 19,024 feet (5,799 meters). It was constructed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) and has been recognized by Guinness World Records.
2. The longest bridge of the world is:
3. Which is the oldest surviving city in the world and India?
In World
The oldest continuously inhabited city in the world is widely considered to be Damascus, Syria, with evidence of habitation dating back as early as 8,000 to 10,000 BCE. While other ancient cities like Jericho and Byblos have also been continuously inhabited for millennia, Damascus stands out due to its long and well-documented history as a significant urban center. In India
Varanasi is possibly India's oldest continually inhabited city and has been a cradle of Indian Vedic culture. Varanasi is the cultural cityof India since the Bronze Age collapse.
The oldest continuously inhabited city in the world is widely considered to be Damascus, Syria, with evidence of habitation dating back as early as 8,000 to 10,000 BCE. While other ancient cities like Jericho and Byblos have also been continuously inhabited for millennia, Damascus stands out due to its long and well-documented history as a significant urban center. In India
Varanasi is possibly India's oldest continually inhabited city and has been a cradle of Indian Vedic culture. Varanasi is the cultural cityof India since the Bronze Age collapse.
NCC B CERTIFICATE COACH
WEAPON TRAINING
1. What is the role of a “Butt Plate” in rifle ergonomics?
1. What is the role of a “Butt Plate” in rifle ergonomics?
In rifle ergonomics, the butt plate is the component that rests against the shooter's shoulder and is crucial for stability and recoil management. Ergonomic butt plates are designed to provide a comfortable and secure interface between the rifle and the shooter's body, allowing for consistent and repeatable positioning.
DRILLING
2. What is the purpose of the “Dressing Line” in ceremonial parades?
2. What is the purpose of the “Dressing Line” in ceremonial parades?
In a ceremonial parade, "dressing a line" refers to the precise alignment of individuals or units to form a straight line, ensuring uniformity and order in the formation.
BATTELECRAFT AND FIELDCRAFT
3. Explain “L-shaped Ambush.
3. Explain “L-shaped Ambush.
An L-shaped ambush is a military tactic where the attackers position themselves in an "L" formation to trap the enemy in a crossfire, increasing the effectiveness of the attack.
ABBREVIATION
4. Expand ICBM
4. Expand ICBM
Intercontinental Ballistic Missile
Did You Know?
India is the only country with a postal stamp on the world's first test-tube baby, Louise Brown.
QUESTION OF THE DAY
Which Indian Act was enacted to improve ease of doing business by simplifying insolvency and bankruptcy procedures?
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016 was enacted for this purpose.
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