GK Express of 07/01/2026

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1. Full Moon

The first full moon of 2026, the Wolf Supermoon, peaked on 2nd January, highlighting a full moon that appeared slightly larger and brighter. A Wolf Supermoon is a combined term referring to the occurrence of the Wolf Moon at the time of a Supermoon.

2. Largest Rice Producer

India has overtaken China to become the world’s largest rice producer in 2025, and now accounts for 40% of global rice exports, with shipments crossing 20 million metric tonnes.

3. 1000 years of Somnath Temple

The Prime Minister stated that the thousand-year survival of the Somnath temple symbolizes India's indomitable spirit, as the nation celebrates Somnath Swabhiman Parv (1026–2026) for a millennium of unbroken faith and resilience.

📖 Know Your English

Word: Pragmatic

Meaning: Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than theoretical considerations.

Synonyms: Practical, Realistic, Sensible, Down-to-earth.

Example: We need a pragmatic approach to solve the traffic problem, not just empty promises.

🚆 INDIAN POLITY COACH

👆 Click a question to see the answer

1. What is the minimum age required to become the President of India?

➡️ 35 Years. The same age requirement applies to the Vice-President and the Governor of a state.

2. Who has the power to dissolve the Lok Sabha before its term expires?

➡️ The President of India. This is done on the advice of the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers.

3. What is a 'Starred Question' in Parliament?

➡️ It is a question to which a member desires an oral answer in the House. As a result, supplementary questions can follow.

🚆 INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS COACH

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1. Which line of control divides India and China?

➡️ The McMahon Line. It was agreed upon during the Simla Convention of 1914 between British India and Tibet.

2. Where is the headquarters of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) located?

➡️ The Hague, Netherlands. It is the only principal organ of the United Nations not located in New York, USA.

3. 'BIMSTEC' is an organization of countries located in which region?

➡️ Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation. It includes countries dependent on the Bay of Bengal: Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

🚆 INDIAN CONSTITUTION COACH

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1. Which Article of the Indian Constitution directs the State to secure a 'Uniform Civil Code'?

➡️ Article 44. It is part of the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) and aims to have a common set of civil laws for all citizens irrespective of religion.

2. From which country did India borrow the concept of 'Concurrent List'?

➡️ Australia. The Australian Constitution also inspired the provision regarding the joint sitting of the two houses of Parliament.

3. Which part of the Constitution deals with Fundamental Rights?

➡️ Part III (Articles 12 to 35). It is often described as the 'Magna Carta' of India.

💡 Did You Know?

🇮🇳 Highest Sports Award in India

The highest sports award in India is the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, given for outstanding performance in sports over the last four years, previously known as the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award.

🌍 Multiple Time Zones

Russia has the most consecutive time zones of any country in the world. It spans 11 different time zones, from Kaliningrad in the west to Kamchatka in the east. Interestingly, France has 12 time zones but not in a sequence order 😉🙃

❓ Question of the Day

Who administers the oath of office to the President of India?

Answer: The Chief Justice of India. In their absence, the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court available administers the oath.

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1. Which international organization is headquartered in Gurugram, Haryana ?

2. How many members can the President nominate to the Rajya Sabha?

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