GK Express of 22/07/2025

GK Express
"Don’t watch the clock; do what it does. Keep going."
– Sam Levenson

Career Tip

Focus on consistency over intensity. Studying 3–4 hours daily for a year is better than 14 hours just before exams. Build the habit, and the results will follow.


GEOGRAPHY COACH

1. The Siachen Glacier is located in which mountain range?
The Siachen Glacier( India's largest Glacier) is located in the Eastern Karakoram range in the Himalayas, just northeast of Point NJ9842 where the Line of Control between India and Pakistan ends.It is the 2nd-Longest glacier in the World's Non-Polar areas. It is the source for the 50m long Nubra River, a tributary of the Shyok, which is part of the Indus River system.
2. The Tropic of Cancer passes through how many countries?
The Tropic of Cancer passes through 17 countries. These countries are located in North America, Africa, and Asia.
3. What is the capital of South Africa?
Pretoria (administrative), Bloemfontein (judicial), Cape Town (legislative)

INDIAN SOCIETY COACH

1. What is the significance of Self-Help Groups (SHGs)?
SHGs are grassroots organizations, primarily for women empowerment, promoting microfinance, savings, and income generation in rural areas.
2. In which year did India enact the Dowry Prohibition Act?
The Dowry Prohibition Act in India was enacted in 1961. Specifically, it was enacted on May 20th, 1961. The act aims to prohibit the giving or taking of dowry.
3. Which Article in the Indian Constitution protects the cultural rights of minorities?
Article 29 of the Indian Constitution protects the cultural rights of minorities. Specifically, it ensures that any section of citizens residing in India with a distinct language, script, or culture has the right to conserve it. Article 29 also prohibits discrimination based on religion, race, caste, or language in educational institutions that are maintained or aided by the state.

BIOLOGY COACH

1. What is osmosis?
Movement of water from an area of low solute concentration to high solute concentration through a semi-permeable membrane.
2. Name the blood component responsible for clotting
Platelets (thrombocytes) help in the coagulation of blood, preventing excessive bleeding during injuries.
3. What is the basic unit of life?
Cell. All living organisms are made up of cells; it is the structural and functional unit of life.

NCC B CERTIFICATE COACH

WEAPON TRAINING
1. What is the full form of SLR?
Self Loading Rifle.
DRILLING
2. What is the angle of arm swing while marching?
45 degrees forward and 30 degrees backward.
ABBREVIATION
4. What does ATGM stand for?
Anti-Tank Guided Missile.

Did You Know?

India is the only country where both tigers and lions live in the wild. Specifically, India is home to the Bengal tiger and the Asiatic lion, the latter being found only in the Gir Forest National Park in Gujarat.



QUESTION OF THE DAY

Which is the largest gland in the human body?
The largest gland in human body is the liver. It's a reddish-brown organ situated on the right side of the abdomen, weighing about 1.5 kg. The liver is both an exocrine and endocrine gland, secreting bile and various other substances involved in metabolism.

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