GK Express of 09/08/2025

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📚 Current Affairs Coach

India’s Parliament passed two key maritime laws in 2025 to modernise the shipping sector. The Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2025, and the Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024, replace outdated laws from the 20th century. These reforms aim to align India’s maritime legal framework with global standards. They focus on improving trade efficiency, safety, environmental protection, and seafarer welfare.

📖 Know Your English

Word: Tapestry

Meaning: A heavy handwoven reversible textile used for hangings, curtains, and upholstery and characterized by complicated pictorial designs.

Synonyms: arras, hanging, curtain, drapery

Example: The medieval hall was adorned with a beautiful tapestry depicting a hunting scene

🚆 WELFARE SCHEMES AND INFRASTRUCTURE COACH

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1.Pradhan Mantri JI-VAN Yojana, recently seen in news, comes under which ministry?

Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. The Cabinet approved an amendment in the Pradhan Mantri JI-VAN Yojana to provide financial support for Advanced Biofuel Projects. The scheme promotes the production of 2nd-generation (2G) bioethanol from renewable sources like lignocellulosic biomass.

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2.Which department is responsible for managing the ‘Vigyan Dhara scheme’, recently seen in news?

The Department of Science and Technology (DST) is responsible for managing the Vigyan Dhara scheme. This scheme, a central sector scheme, aims to promote science and technology capacity building, research, innovation, and technology development.

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3.Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana, recently seen in the news, was launched in which year?

The Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) was launched on 22nd January 2015. It was introduced as part of the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao campaign, aimed at promoting the welfare and education of the girl child in India.

🚆 NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL ORGANISATIONS COACH

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1.In which country is the headquarter of Asian Development Bank located?

The headquarters of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) is located in Manila, Philippines. It was established in 1966 to promote social and economic development in the Asia and Pacific region according to the Asian Development Bank. The ADB's headquarters is situated in the Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City, within Metro Manila.

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2.As of November 2020, how many nuclear power reactors are operating in India?

The nuclear energy programme in India was launched around the time of independence under the leadership of Homi J. Bhabha.Operational nuclear power plants in India- Kaiga-Karnataka Kakrapar-Gujarat Kudankulam-Tamil Nadu Kalpakkam-Tamil Nadu Narora-Uttar Pradesh Tarapur-Maharastra Rajasthan Atomic Power Project-Rajasthan

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3. What is the full form of NASA ?

NASA stands for National Aeronautics and Space Administration.It was established in 1958 with headquarters at Two Independence Square, Washington, D.C., United States. Dwight D. Eisenhower was its founder. James Frederick “Jim” Bridenstine is present and the 13th administrator of NASA.

🚆 FAMOUS PERSONALITIES COACH

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1. Who was the first Lokayukta (ombudsman) of Uttar Pradesh?

The first Lokayukta (ombudsman) of Uttar Pradesh was Justice Vishabhar Dayal. He served from September 14, 1977, to September 13, 1982.

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2.Who is known as the father of Blue Revolution in India?

Dr. Hiralal Chaudhuri is widely regarded as the father of the Blue Revolution in India, along with Dr. Arun Krishnan.

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3.Who was the founder of the Andhra Mahila Sabha?

Durgabai Deshmukh founded the Andhra Mahila Sabha in 1937. She established it to empower women in Andhra Pradesh through education, vocational training, and healthcare. The organization was initially named "Little Ladies of Brindavan" in Mylapore before becoming the Andhra Mahila Sabha.

🧠 Did You Know?

The shortest war in history was between Britain and Zanzibar on 27 August 1896 — it lasted just 38 to 45 minutes! ⏱️⚔️ Zanzibar surrendered quickly after a brief naval bombardment by the British. This unique moment in colonial history remains a record for the fastest military conflict ever recorded. 🏛️🇬🇧🇹🇿

Question of the Day

Which part of the human body has no blood supply and gets oxygen directly from the air?

The cornea, the transparent front part of your eye, has no blood vessels — instead, it absorbs oxygen directly from the air, making it one of the few parts of the body that "breathes" without blood! 👁️💨

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1.Who was the first woman to become the President of the Indian National Congress?

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