GK Express of 07/07/2025

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ECONOMY COACH

1. What is the 'Marginal Standing Facility' (MSF)?
A window for banks to borrow overnight funds from RBI against approved government securities at a rate higher than the repo rate.
2. What is the full form of PPP in economics?
In economics, PPP stands for Purchasing Power Parity. It's an economic theory that compares the purchasing power of different currencies in various countries.
3. Which state in India has the highest per capita income ?
Goa has the highest per capita income among Indian states. While some sources may initially cite Sikkim, the most recent data indicates that Goa has surpassed it. The high per capita income in Goa is attributed to its strong economic growth and tourism sector.

GOVERNANCE COACH

1. What is the function of the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC)?
An apex Indian body created to address governmental corruption; oversees vigilance activities.
2. Which amendment lowered the voting age from 21 to 18 years?
By Constitution (Sixty-first Amendment) Act, 1989 Constitutional Amendment Act, the voting age of Indian citizens has been reduced from 21 years to 18 years. The
3. What is the 'RTI Act, 2005'?
RTI Act empowers citizens to request information from public authorities to promote transparency and accountability

INDIAN ART AND CULTURE COACH

1. What is 'Sattriya'?
A classical dance form from Assam, originally performed in monasteries (Satras) as a part of Vaishnavite rituals.
2. Which city served as the Mughal capital under Shah Jahan?
Shah Jahan established Shahjahanabad, a new city in Delhi, as the Mughal capital, shifting it from Agra in 1638. He also built the Red Fort (Lal Qila) as his palace within this new capital.
3. What is the theme of Madhubani painting?
Folk painting from Bihar, featuring natural motifs, Hindu deities, and cultural rituals with vibrant colors.

NCC B CERTIFICATE COACH

WEAPON TRAINING
1. Why is a 'Firing Log Book' maintained?
To record each firer's performance, maintenance, and weapon history.
DRILLING
2. What is the purpose of a 'Guard of Honour'?
A ceremonial practice to show respect to dignitaries using a precise drill routine.
BATTELECRAFT AND FIELDCRAFT
3. What is a 'Shell Scrape'?
A shallow trench dug quickly to lie low and avoid enemy fire.
ABBREVIATION
4. Expand PPP
Public Private Partnership

🤔 Did You Know?

The Great Wall of China is the longest man-made structure on Earth, stretching over 21,000 kilometers (about 13,000 miles)! 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ It was originally built by several Chinese dynasties over centuries, starting with the Qin Dynasty under Emperor Qin Shi Huang around 220 BCE. 👑⚔️ The wall was made to protect China from invasions by northern nomadic tribes. 🛡️🐉 Later, the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644 CE) rebuilt and strengthened many parts, which are the most visible sections today. 🏯🔨 The wall’s construction spanned over 2,000 years, and it was never fully “completed” in the usual sense, as different sections were built at different times. ⏳🏗️



QUESTION OF THE DAY

Which planet in our solar system spins in the opposite direction to most other planets?
Venus spins backward (retrograde rotation), making its day longer than its year (~243 Earth days), while Uranus rotates on its side with a 98° tilt, causing extreme 21-year-long seasons.
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