GK Express of 25/07/25

By Mahesh Telugu - July 25, 2025

GK Express

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HISTORY COACH

1. 'Manimegalai' a Buddhist work was inspired by the logical system of which philosopher?

Dignāga was an Indian Buddhist scholar and one of the Buddhist founders of Indian logic.

2. When did St. Thomas come to India?

St. Thomas the Apostle is believed to have arrived in India in 52 AD. He landed on the Malabar Coast (present-day Kerala) and is traditionally credited with establishing several churches there.

3. Who introduced the permanent settlement in India?

The Permanent Settlement of Land Revenue was launched by Lord Cornwallis (31 December 1738 – 5 October 1805) in 1793. There were other names for the Permanent Settlement, including Istamrari, Jagirdari, Malguzari, Bishvedari, and Zamindari. This technique was most common in Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa.

BANKING AND FINANCE COACH

1. What is the difference between Scheduled and Non-Scheduled Banks?

Scheduled banks are listed under the Second Schedule of the RBI Act, 1934. They maintain a CRR with RBI and have access to RBI borrowing. Non-scheduled banks are not listed and cannot borrow from the RBI.

2. What are the four components of the Indian Financial System?

1. Financial Institutions (Banks, NBFCs)
2. Financial Markets (Stock, Bond markets)
3. Financial Instruments (Shares, Debentures)
4. Financial Services (Insurance, Mutual Funds)

3. What is Priority Sector Lending (PSL)?

PSL mandates banks to lend at least 40% of their total loans to sectors like agriculture, education, MSMEs, and weaker sections.

ENVIRONMENT AND ECOLOGY COACH

1. Which national research centre was inaugurated near Patna to study and conserve Ganges river dolphins?

The National Dolphin Research Centre (NDRC) in Patna was inaugurated to study and conserve Ganges river dolphins. It's located near the Ganga River on the Patna University campus.

2. What flagship restoration project aims to mitigate land degradation in the Aravalli range?

The flagship restoration project aiming to mitigate land degradation in the Aravalli range is the Aravalli Green Wall Project (AGWP). Launched by the Indian government.

3. Where is Tamil Nadu creating a Centre of Excellence for hornbill conservation?

Annamalai Tiger Reserve in Tamil Nadu will host the country's first Centre of Excellence for Hornbill Conservation, dedicated to the long-term study and conservation of the threatened species, the state government recently announced.

NCC B CERTIFICATE COACH

WEAPON TRAINING
1. What is ‘Dry Firing’?

Firing a weapon without ammunition to practice trigger control.

BATTELECRAFT AND FIELDCRAFT
2. What is the role of a Scout in patrolling?

Leading patrols, detecting threats, and guiding the group.

ABBREVIATION
3. Expand DG NCC

Director General of NCC

Did You Know?

India is the world's largest remittance-receiving country.
In 2023, Indians abroad sent over $125 billion back to the country — helping boost the rural economy and forex reserves.

QUESTION OF THE DAY

Who is known as the architect of Indian Banking reforms?

M. Narasimham is widely considered the architect of Indian banking reforms. He chaired two important committees on the financial system in 1991 and 1998, which proposed significant changes to India's banking and financial sector. These reforms aimed to modernize the sector and improve its efficiency and stability.

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