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GK Express of 25/05/2025

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GK Express "The greatest sin is to think yourself weak." - Swami Vivekananda WELFARE SCHEMES AND INFRASTRUCTURE COACH 1. What is ‘Bharatmala Pariyojana’? A central government scheme for building a network of highways (83,677 km) to improve logistics efficiency. It links border areas, backward regions, and economic corridors. 2. What is ‘Mission Karmayogi’? Government’s capacity-building initiative for civil servants to enhance governance. It aimed at reforming and improving the capacity of civil servants across the country. It was launched in September 2020. 3. What is the purpose of ‘UDAN’ Scheme? To enhance regional connectivity through affordable air travel. UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) focuses on underserved and unserved airports. FAMOUS PERSONALITIES COACH 1. Who is the India’s first Olympic gold medalist in athletics? Neeraj...

GK Express of 24/05/2025

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GK Express “There are three ways to ultimate success: The first way is to be kind. The second way is to be kind. The third way is to be kind.” ENGLISH COACH 1. What is the difference between a phrase and a clause? A phrase is a group of words that does not have a subject and verb. Example: In the morning, under the tree. A clause has a subject and a verb. Example: She went home, He is reading a book. 2. What is an oxymoron? Give two examples. An oxymoron is a figure of speech that combines contradictory terms. Examples: Deafening silence Clearly confused 3. What is the difference between Canvas vs Canvass Canvas (Noun) A strong cloth used in tents, sails, or for painting. Example: The artist painted a portrait on a canvas. Canvass (Verb) To seek support or opinions (often used in politics or sales). Example: Volunteers canvassed door to door for votes. A...

GK Express of 23/05/2025

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GK Express “The only way to do great work is to love what you do.” — Steve Jobs HISTORY COACH 1. Who was the step mother of Buddha? Mahāprajāpatī Gotamī, the stepmother and maternal aunt of the Buddha, raised him with great care after the death of Queen Māyā. She holds a special place in Buddhist history as the first Bhikkhunī (Buddhist nun) and the founder of the Bhikkhunī Sangha, the monastic order for women. 2. Battle of Khanwa fought between whom? The Battle of Khanwa was fought in 1527 between Babur, the founder of the Mughal dynasty, and Rana Sanga of Mewar. 3.Which treaty ended "Third Carnatic war in India" ? The Treaty of Paris (1763) ended the Third Carnatic War between the British and the French in India. BANKING AND FINANCE COACH 1. What is the primary objective of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) in India? ...

GK Express of 22/05/2025

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GK Express "If you have knowledge, let others light their candles in it." - Margare SOCIAL REFORMS COACH 1. The 'Aligarh Movement' initiated by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan primarily aimed at? The Aligarh movement aimed at modernizing Muslim education and promoting scientific knowledge among Muslims. 2. Which reform movement emphasized the purification of Hinduism and opposed idolatry? The Arya Samaj, founded by Swami Dayananda Saraswati, emphasized the purification of Hinduism and opposed idolatry. What do you mean by Idolatry? Idolatry means the worship of idols or images as if they were gods. 3. Which tribe is predominantly found in Chhattisgarh? Gonds INTERNAL SECURITY COACH 1. What is the primary objective of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) in India? The UAPA aims to prevent unlawful activities and associations...

GK Express of 21/05/2025

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GK Express “Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” —Winston Churchill POLITY COACH 1. What is the difference between a Money Bill and a Financial Bill in India? A Money Bill (Article 110) can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha and needs the President’s prior recommendation. A Financial Bill includes provisions related to revenue but is not limited to Article 110; it follows ordinary bill procedures. Rajya Sabha has limited powers over a Money Bill but equal powers in Financial Bills. 2. Who decides the disqualification of a Member of Parliament under the Tenth Schedule? Speaker of the Lok Sabha / Chairman of the Rajya Sabha The decision of the presiding officer is final in cases of anti-defection. 3. What is the difference between a statutory and a non-statutory body? Statutory bodies are established by an Act of Parliament (e....

GK Express of 20/05/2025

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GK Express “The pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees opportunity in every difficulty.” —Winston Churchill GEOGRAPHY COACH 1. Which region in India is known as the “Silicon Plateau”? Deccan Plateau (especially Bengaluru) due to the high concentration of IT industries. 2. Which Indian river is called the “Sorrow of Bihar”? Kosi River. It frequently changes course and causes devastating floods in Bihar. 3.Which is the highest hill station in South India? Anamudi, is a mountain located in the Ernakulam and Idukki districts of the Indian state of Kerala. It is the highest peak in the Western Ghats and in South India, at an elevation of 2,695 meters and a topographic prominence of 2,479 meters. INDIAN SOCIETY COACH 1. What is the term for large-scale rural to urban migration in search of livelihood? Distress migration. ...

GK Express of 19/05/2025

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GK Express "Study the past if you would define the future." — Confucius ECONOMICS COACH 1. Who is regarded as the "Father of Indian Economics" ? The title of "Father of Indian Economics" is commonly attributed to Dadabhai Naoroji. He is also known as the "Grand Old Man of India" and is recognized for his Drain Theory. 2. What is the full form of CPEC and what is its significance? CPEC stands for China-Pakistan Economic Corridor. It is a major infrastructure project launched in 2015 as part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). CPEC aims to connect Gwadar Port in Pakistan to Xinjiang in China. 3. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the Annual Financial Statement? Article 112 of the Indian Constitution provides for the presentation of the Annual Financial Statement (Union Budget) before Parliament, while Article 113 o...