GK Express of 14/11/2025

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📚 Current Affairs Coach

1. India’s Prime Minister made a State Visit to Bhutan to attend the 70th birthday celebrations of Bhutan’s 4th king (Druk Gyalpo), Jigme Singye Wangchuck, father of the current monarch.
Which country introduced innovative concept of Gross National Happiness (GNH)?
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2. The Supreme Court (SC) of India reviewed the conservation status of the Great Indian Bustard (GIB) and the Lesser Florican,and stressed the need for an eco-centric approach to biodiversity governance.
Name an international agreement to which States and regional economic integration organizations adhere voluntarily. ?
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3. During the 1st-ever Presidential visit from India to Botswana, the President of India announced the translocation of 8 cheetahs to India, marking a major milestone in Project Cheetah.
Project Cheetah was launched in which year?
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📖 Know Your English

Word: Abate

Meaning: (Of something hostile, threatening, or negative) become less intense or widespread.

Synonyms: Subside, moderate, decrease, lessen

Example: The violent storm finally began to abate after two hours, allowing emergency services to venture out.

🚆HISTORY COACH

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1. Which Chola ruler built the famous Brihadeeswarar Temple (Big Temple) in Thanjavur?

➡️ The Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was built by the great Chola ruler Rajaraja Chola I between 1003 and 1010 AD.

2. Which Mughal emperor is credited with building the famous Buland Darwaja in Fatehpur Sikri?

➡️ Buland Darwaza is a monumental gateway in Fatehpur Sikri, built by Mughal Emperor Akbar around 1601 to commemorate his victory over Gujarat. Standing 54 meters (176 feet) high, it is the highest gateway in the world and a prime example of Mughal architecture, made of red and buff sandstone with marble decorations and intricate carvings.

3. Who was the founder of the Maurya Empire?

➡️ Chandragupta Maurya was the founder of the Maurya Empire in 322 BC, overthrowing the Nanda dynasty. His establishment of the empire marked a major turning point in early Indian history.

🚆BANKING AND FINANCE COACH

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1. What is the main objective of the Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) established in India?

➡️ The main objective of RRBs is to provide credit and other banking facilities for the development of agriculture, trade, industry, and other productive activities in rural areas, specifically targeting small and marginal farmers.

2. Who is the present chairman of SEBI?

➡️ The present Chairman of SEBI is Tuhin Kanta Pandey. He assumed charge on March 1, 2025, and is a 1987 batch IAS officer. Before becoming Chairman, he held various positions, including Finance Secretary and Revenue Secretary.

3. What is the role of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)?

➡️ SEBI is the statutory regulatory body for the securities market (capital market) in India. Its primary role is to protect the interests of investors in securities and to regulate the market to promote its development and stability.

ENVIRONMENT AND ECOLOGY COACH

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1. Which greenhouse gas is the most important anthropogenic source of Methane emissions globally?

➡️ The most important anthropogenic source of Methane emissions globally is Rice cultivation, particularly the decomposition of organic matter in waterlogged paddy fields.

2. What is the primary purpose of the Montreal Protocol (1987)?

➡️ The primary purpose of the Montreal Protocol is to protect the Ozone Layer by phasing out the production and consumption of numerous substances responsible for ozone depletion, such as Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs).

3. What does the term 'Acid Rain' primarily refer to?

➡️ Acid Rain refers to precipitation (rain, snow, fog) that is unusually acidic. It is primarily caused by the emission of Sulfur Dioxide and Nitrogen Oxides from factories and vehicles, which react with water in the atmosphere.

💡 Did You Know?

🇮🇳 India's Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) are classified into Maharatna, Navratna, and Miniratna categories based on their revenue, net worth, and strategic importance.

This classification grants them greater financial and operational autonomy from government control.

🌍 The World Bank’s Doing Business report has been discontinued and replaced by the new Business Ready (B-READY) project.

The new B-READY report focuses more broadly on sustainable and resilient business environments globally.

❓ Question of the Day

Which ancient Indian text is considered the earliest school of medicine known to the world?

Answer: Ayurveda is considered the earliest comprehensive school of medicine known to the world. Originating in India, its principles are documented in ancient texts like the Sushruta Samhita and Charaka Samhita. Ayurveda focuses on a holistic approach to health, emphasizing balance between mind, body, and spirit.

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1. Who was the founder of the Hindu College in Calcutta in 1817?

2. Which paramilitary force is responsible for securing India's border with China?

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