Sikkim CM launches ‘Nari Adalat’ for local women-led justice
Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang has launched the ‘Nari Adalat’ initiative, aimed at empowering women to lead local dispute resolution and justice delivery in rural areas. These community courts, run by trained women, will handle minor civil disputes, domestic conflicts, and community issues with a focus on mediation and social harmony. The initiative is part of a broader effort to strengthen grassroots justice systems and promote gender equality in governance.
MCQs:
1. Who launched the ‘Nari Adalat’ initiative in Sikkim?
a) Narendra Modi
b) Prem Singh Tamang ✅
c) Pema Khandu
d) Mamata Banerjee
2. The ‘Nari Adalat’ initiative is aimed at:
a) Enhancing police recruitment
b) Women-led local justice ✅
c) Improving road connectivity
d) Promoting sports
3. Which type of disputes will ‘Nari Adalat’ primarily address?
a) International trade disputes
b) Minor civil and community disputes ✅
c) Corporate mergers
d) Patent violations
Jim Lovell, Apollo 13 Commander, dies at 97
Jim Lovell, the legendary NASA astronaut who commanded the ill-fated Apollo 13 mission in 1970, has died at the age of 97. Lovell played a pivotal role in guiding the spacecraft and its crew safely back to Earth after an oxygen tank explosion crippled the mission. His leadership and calm under pressure became a symbol of human resilience and teamwork in space exploration history.
MCQs:
1. Jim Lovell was the commander of which Apollo mission?
a) Apollo 11
b) Apollo 13 ✅
c) Apollo 12
d) Apollo 15
2. In which year did the Apollo 13 mission take place?
a) 1969
b) 1970 ✅
c) 1971
d) 1972
3. Jim Lovell passed away at the age of:
a) 95
b) 96
c) 97 ✅
d) 98
World Lions Day 2025: Gujarat CM inaugurates ₹179 crore projects
On World Lions Day 2025, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated conservation and tourism projects worth ₹179 crore to protect Asiatic lions and boost eco-tourism in the Gir National Park region. These projects include habitat restoration, advanced tracking systems, and community-based tourism initiatives to involve local people in conservation efforts.
MCQs:
1. When is World Lions Day observed?
a) 8 August
b) 9 August
c) 10 August ✅
d) 11 August
2. Which CM inaugurated ₹179 crore projects for lion conservation in 2025?
a) Shivraj Singh Chouhan
b) Bhupendra Patel ✅
c) Yogi Adityanath
d) Himanta Biswa Sarma
3. The conservation projects announced are primarily for which species?
a) Bengal Tiger
b) Asiatic Lion ✅
c) Snow Leopard
d) Blackbuck
Ramesh Budihal wins India’s first medal at Asian Surfing Championship
Ramesh Budihal made history by winning India’s first-ever medal at the Asian Surfing Championship 2025, held in Indonesia. Competing in the Men’s Longboard category, Budihal secured a bronze medal, marking a milestone for Indian water sports. His achievement is expected to boost surfing’s popularity in India and inspire young athletes to take up the sport.
MCQs:
1. In which sport did Ramesh Budihal win India’s first Asian Championship medal?
a) Sailing
b) Surfing ✅
c) Kayaking
d) Rowing
2. The Asian Surfing Championship 2025 was held in:
a) India
b) Indonesia ✅
c) Sri Lanka
d) Thailand
3. Which medal did Ramesh Budihal win?
a) Gold
b) Silver
c) Bronze ✅
d) Platinum
PM Modi inaugurates longest-route Vande Bharat: Nagpur–Pune
Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the Nagpur–Pune Vande Bharat Express, the longest-route Vande Bharat train in India, covering approximately 900 km. The semi-high-speed train will reduce travel time between the two cities to under 7 hours and is part of the government’s plan to expand Vande Bharat connectivity across major cities.
MCQs:
1. Which is India’s longest-route Vande Bharat train as of 2025?
a) Delhi–Varanasi
b) Nagpur–Pune ✅
c) Mumbai–Ahmedabad
d) Chennai–Mysuru
2. What is the approximate distance of the Nagpur–Pune route?
a) 500 km
b) 700 km
c) 900 km ✅
d) 1,200 km
3. The Nagpur–Pune Vande Bharat Express reduces travel time to:
a) Under 5 hours
b) Under 6 hours
c) Under 7 hours ✅
d) Under 8 hours
