GK Express of 19/11/2025

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1. India was unanimously re-elected to the Executive Committee of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CCEXEC) at 48th session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC48) securing its seat for Asia until CAC50 in 2027, strengthening its role in setting global food safety and quality standards.

2. The UN Security Council (UNSC) adopted Resolution 2803, endorsing the Trump Gaza Peace Plan and authorizing the establishment of an International Stabilization Force (ISF) in Gaza.

3. The Supreme Court of India has directed Uttarakhand to fully restore the Corbett Tiger Reserve after findings of illegal tree-felling and construction, and issued reforms for tiger conservation and management across all States.

📖 Know Your English

Word: Abjure

Meaning: Solemnly renounce (a belief, cause, or claim).

Synonyms: Forsake, renounce, abandon, disavow

Example: The young prince was forced to abjure his claim to the throne in favor of his elder sister.

🚆INDIAN POLITY COACH

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1. Under what conditions can the President of India be impeached?

➡️ The President can only be removed from office through impeachment for "violation of the Constitution". The process starts with a resolution introduced in either House of Parliament after a 14-day notice, and must be passed by a special majority (two-thirds total membership) in both Houses.

2. What is the key function of a 'Whip' in the Indian Parliament?

➡️ A Whip is an official of a political party who maintains party discipline in the Parliament. Their key function is to ensure party members vote in accordance with the party's line on crucial issues, often issuing instructions (whips) that members must follow or face disqualification.

3. What does the term 'Adjournment Sine Die' mean in parliamentary proceedings?

➡️ Adjournment Sine Die means terminating a sitting of Parliament for an indefinite period (without fixing a date for the next meeting). The power to adjourn a House or adjourn it sine die rests with the presiding officer (Speaker/Chairman).

🚆 INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS COACH

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1. What is the primary mission of the QUAD (Quadrilateral Security Dialogue) group?

➡️ The QUAD, comprising India, the US, Japan, and Australia, has a primary mission to uphold a free, open, prosperous, and inclusive Indo-Pacific region. Its agenda includes maritime security, counter-terrorism, disaster relief, and cooperation on critical and emerging technologies.

2. What is the fundamental difference between 'Soft Power' and 'Hard Power' in foreign policy?

➡️ Hard Power involves the use of coercion (military force or economic sanctions) to influence other nations. Soft Power involves the use of attraction and persuasion (culture, political values, and foreign policies) to achieve preferred outcomes.

3. What is the objective of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Resolution 1267?

➡️ UNSC Resolution 1267 (and successor resolutions) establishes an international sanctions regime targeting individuals and entities associated with terrorist groups like Al-Qaeda and ISIS. It mandates asset freezes, travel bans, and arms embargoes on listed terrorists.

🚆INDIAN CONSTITUTION COACH

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1. What does the term 'Doctrine of Basic Structure' established by the Supreme Court imply?

➡️ The Doctrine of Basic Structure (Kesavananda Bharati case, 1973) implies that Parliament has the power to amend the Constitution, but it cannot alter the basic structure or framework of the Constitution (e.g., secularism, federalism, judicial review).

2. Which major Fundamental Right was moved from Part III (Fundamental Rights) to Article 300A (Legal Right)?

➡️ The Right to Property (formerly Article 31) was removed from the list of Fundamental Rights and made a mere legal right under Article 300A by the 44th Amendment Act, 1978.

3. What is the significance of the 91st Constitutional Amendment Act, 2003?

➡️ The 91st Amendment limited the size of the Council of Ministers at both the Central and State levels to 15% of the total strength of the Lok Sabha or Legislative Assembly, respectively. It also barred disqualified members from holding ministerial office.

💡 Did You Know?

🇮🇳 The Indian Constitution is the longest written Constitution of any sovereign country in the world.

It originally had 395 articles in 22 parts and 8 schedules, reflecting the vast diversity and complexity of the nation.

🌍 The International Court of Justice (ICJ), a primary judicial organ of the UN, sits in The Hague, Netherlands, and is the only principal UN organ not located in New York.

It settles legal disputes between member states.

❓ Question of the Day

What is the significance of the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2002?

Answer: The 86th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2002, is highly significant as it made Education a Fundamental Right. It inserted Article 21A, which mandates that the State shall provide free and compulsory education to all children between the ages of six and fourteen years. It also changed Article 45 and added a new Fundamental Duty (Article 51A(k)).

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