GK Express of 15/09/2025

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1. India's First Green Hydrogen-Powered Bus Fleet: Delhi became the first Indian city to launch a fleet of 50 green hydrogen-powered buses as part of a pilot project aimed at decarbonizing urban transport and promoting clean energy. The initiative is a collaboration between Indian Oil Corporation and the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC).

2. India Elected to the UN Statistical Commission: India was elected to the UN Statistical Commission for a four-year term beginning in January 2026. This is a significant diplomatic achievement, showcasing India's growing role in global data and statistical governance.

📖 Know Your English

Word: Conundrum

Meaning: A confusing and difficult problem or question.

Synonyms: Puzzle, riddle, quandary, enigma

Example: The complex economic data presented a real conundrum for policymakers.

🚆ECONOMY COACH

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1. What is the primary function of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?

➡️ The primary function of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is to regulate the country's monetary policy. This includes managing interest rates, controlling inflation, and ensuring the stability of the financial system.

2. What does 'Fiscal Deficit' mean, and what is its significance?

➡️ Fiscal Deficit is the difference between the government's total expenditure and its total receipts (excluding borrowings). A high fiscal deficit indicates that the government's spending is exceeding its income, requiring it to borrow money to meet its obligations.

3. What is the purpose of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India?

➡️ The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a comprehensive indirect tax introduced in India to replace a multitude of central and state indirect taxes. Its main purpose is to create a unified national market and simplify the tax structure by taxing goods and services at a single point.

🚆 GOVERNANCE COACH

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1. What is the role of the 'NITI Aayog' in Indian governance?

➡️ The NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India) is the premier policy 'Think Tank' of the Government of India. It was established to replace the Planning Commission and serves to foster cooperative federalism by involving State Governments in economic policy-making.

2. What is the significance of 'Judicial Review' in the Indian Constitution?

➡️ Judicial Review is a power vested in the judiciary to review legislative and executive actions. It allows courts to examine the constitutionality of laws and orders. This power is crucial for upholding the supremacy of the Constitution and protecting the fundamental rights of citizens.

3. Under the Indian Constitution, which article deals with the 'Right to Education'?

➡️ Article 21A of the Indian Constitution deals with the 'Right to Education'. It states that the State shall provide free and compulsory education to all children between the ages of six and fourteen years.

🚆INDIAN ART & CULTURE COACH

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1. 'Kathak' is a classical dance form that originated in which part of India?

➡️ Kathak is a classical dance form that originated in North India. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word 'katha' which means 'story', as the dance form focuses on storytelling through movement and expression.

2. The 'Khajuraho Group of Monuments' is famous for its intricate carvings and belongs to which dynasty?

➡️ The Khajuraho Group of Monuments were built by the rulers of the Chandela dynasty between the 9th and 11th centuries. Located in Madhya Pradesh, they are famous for their unique and detailed carvings depicting various aspects of life.

3. 'Ghoomar' is a traditional folk dance of which Indian state?

➡️ Ghoomar is a traditional folk dance of Rajasthan. It is a women's dance, performed by a group of women in swirling traditional Ghagra dresses. The name 'Ghoomar' is derived from the word 'ghoomna', which means 'to whirl'.

💡 Did You Know?

🇮🇳 India is the only country with both lions and tigers in the wild.

While the Bengal tiger is found throughout the country, the Asiatic lion's only natural habitat is the Gir Forest National Park in Gujarat.

🌍 The oldest known living tree is over 5,000 years old.

Named 'Methuselah,' this Great Basin bristlecone pine is located in the White Mountains of California and is considered the world's oldest non-clonal living organism.

❓ Question of the Day

What are 'Veto' powers of the Indian President and what are its types?

Answer: The Veto power of the Indian President is the authority to withhold assent to a bill passed by the Parliament. There are three types of veto powers under the Indian Constitution: Absolute Veto (withholding assent to the bill), Suspensive Veto (returning the bill for reconsideration), and Pocket Veto (taking no action on the bill). The President's veto power is a key constitutional check on the legislative branch.

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1. The 'Directive Principles of State Policy' in the Indian Constitution are borrowed from which country's constitution?

2. Which of the following is a classical dance form from Kerala?

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