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The correct answer is Dr. Vijay Kumar.

Key Points

• Dr. Vijay Kumar has been appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa, a state university in Haryana.
• He succeeded the previous Vice-Chancellor, furthering the university’s mission of advancing education and research.
• Chaudhary Devi Lal University was established in 2003 and is named after former Deputy Prime Minister of India, Chaudhary Devi Lal.
• Dr. Vijay Kumar is known for his academic excellence and administrative experience, contributing significantly to the field of higher education.
• The appointment was made in alignment with the Haryana government’s focus on enhancing the quality of education in state universities.

Additional Information

• Vice-Chancellor Role:
  • The Vice-Chancellor is the chief executive officer of a university responsible for academic leadership and overall administration.
  • They play a crucial role in fostering innovation, research, and maintaining institutional standards.
• Chaudhary Devi Lal University (CDLU):
  • Located in Sirsa, Haryana, CDLU offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs.
  • The university is committed to promoting quality education and research in diverse fields.
• Higher Education in Haryana:
  • Haryana has several state and private universities focused on providing accessible and quality education.
  • State universities like CDLU are instrumental in uplifting regional educational standards.
• Academic Leadership in India:
  • Academic leadership positions such as Vice-Chancellors are key to driving institutional growth, innovation, and global collaborations.
  • They work towards aligning university goals with national educational policies and frameworks.

The correct answer is Hemant Soren.

Key Points

• Hemant Soren is the current Chief Minister of Jharkhand, serving since 29 December 2019.
• He chaired the Tribes Advisory Council (TAC) meeting to discuss issues related to tribal welfare and development in Jharkhand.
• The Tribes Advisory Council is a constitutional body established under the Fifth Schedule of the Indian Constitution to ensure the welfare of Scheduled Tribes.
• Jharkhand has a significant tribal population, and the TAC plays a vital role in addressing tribal concerns and preserving their culture and rights.
• Hemant Soren's government has been actively working on tribal welfare initiatives, including land rights, education, and healthcare schemes for tribal communities.

Additional Information

• Fifth Schedule of the Indian Constitution:
  • It deals with the administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes.
  • The Tribes Advisory Council (TAC) is mandated under Article 244(1) for states with Scheduled Areas.
  • The council advises the Governor on matters related to tribal welfare.
• Jharkhand Tribal Population:
  • Jharkhand is home to 32 Scheduled Tribes, including major tribes like Santhal, Munda, and Oraon.
  • Scheduled Tribes constitute around 26% of the state's population.
  • The state has rich tribal culture, traditions, and languages, contributing to its unique identity.
• Key Tribal Welfare Schemes in Jharkhand:
  • Implementation of the Forest Rights Act to secure land rights for tribal communities.
  • Scholarships and education programs for tribal students.
  • Healthcare initiatives focusing on tribal-dominated regions.
• Role of Tribes Advisory Council:
  • Advocates for tribal rights and preservation of their cultural heritage.
  • Ensures proper implementation of tribal welfare policies and schemes.
  • Advises the state government on legislative measures affecting tribal communities.

The correct answer is Discovery of ancient rock paintings in the Bhimbetka caves.

In News

• On 4 May 2025, Dr. Vishnu Shridhar Wakankar's birth anniversary was celebrated with a lecture series in Ujjain to remember his contributions to archaeology and cultural research.

Key Points

• Dr. Wakankar was a prominent archaeologist, historian, painter, and cultural researcher born on 4 May 1919 in Neemuch, Madhya Pradesh.
• He discovered the ancient rock paintings of Bhimbetka caves near Bhopal in 1957, which provide evidence of early human civilization.
• Dr. Wakankar also proved the direction of the Saraswati river’s flow in Gujarat, adding evidence to the Indus Saraswati civilization.
• He challenged the Aryan-Dravidian invasion theory and emphasized the continuity of Indian civilization on Indian soil.
• He was awarded the Padma Shri in 1975 and has been honored by the Madhya Pradesh government, with the Ratapani Tiger Reserve renamed as Dr. Wakankar Tiger Reserve in his honor.
• Dr. Wakankar founded the Wakankar Indological Cultural Research Trust in Ujjain to preserve and propagate his work.

The correct answer is Mahad Satyagraha - 1927.

In News

• The Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh paid tribute to Bharat Ratna Baba Saheb Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar on his 134th birth anniversary.

Key Points

• Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar led the Mahad Satyagraha in 1927 against untouchability.
• He signed the Poona Pact with Mahatma Gandhi in 1932, not 1940.
• Dr. Ambedkar was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna in 1990, not 1980.
• Dr. Ambedkar converted to Buddhism on October 14, 1956, not in 1960.

The Correct answer is Gyanesh Kumar.

Key Points

• Gyanesh Kumar is the current Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India as of February 19, 2025.
• He is a retired 1988-batch IAS officer from the Kerala cadre.
• He succeeded Rajiv Kumar, the 25th CEC, who served from May 2022 to February 2025.
• He was appointed under the new 2023 law, where the selection panel includes the Prime Minister, Home Minister, and Leader of Opposition.
• In his first address, he said that voting is the first step for nation building and encouraged people to vote.

 Additional Information

• Nasim Zaidi
  • Nasim Zaidi served as the Chief Election Commissioner of India before Achal Kumar Jyoti.
  • He is a retired IAS officer of the 1976 batch from the Uttar Pradesh cadre.
  • He has also served as the Secretary in the Ministry of Civil Aviation.
• H. S. Brahma
  • H. S. Brahma is a former Chief Election Commissioner of India.
  • He is a retired IAS officer of the 1975 batch from the Andhra Pradesh cadre.
• V. S. Sampath
  • V. S. Sampath is a former Chief Election Commissioner of India.
  • He is a retired IAS officer of the 1973 batch from the Andhra Pradesh cadre.

The correct answer is Akshay Karnewar.

Key Points

• Akshay Karnewar has become the first bowler in men's T20 cricket to concede zero runs from his full quota of overs. 
• He achieved this feat of bowling four maiden overs during the Round 4 Plate match against Manipur in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021-22 at the ACA Stadium in Vijaywada.
• Karnewar finished with impressive figures of four overs, four maidens, and two wickets (4-4-0-2). 

• Satyawart Kadiyan is related to Wrestling sport.
• He was given Arjuna Award in 2017.
• He was married to Olympic bronze medallist Sakshi Malik in 2017.

The correct answer is Lewis Hamilton.

Key Points

• Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has been voted BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2020.
• One of F1s all-time great drivers, he equalled Michael Schumacher's record of seven world titles with his fourth consecutive championship in 2020.
• It is the second time Hamilton has been crowned Sports Personality of the Year, he first won the award in 2014.

The correct answer is JC Chaudhry.

Key Points

• The 1st-ever Guinness World Record in Numerology and the first world record of 2022 have been achieved by one of India's top numerologists JC Chaudhry.
  • He educated about ancient science to around 6000 participants, enthusiasts of numerology who joined from the USA, UK, Middle East, and India.
  • The initiative was organized by CNPL (Chaudhry Nummero Pvt Ltd) and the Indian Institute of Numerology.

Additional Information

• The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has received the Guinness World Record for constructing & blacktopping the world's highest motorable road pass in Umlingla Pass, the Union Territory of Ladakh.
• In September 2021, The Guinness world book of records has recognized Cristiano Ronaldo as a world record breaker for the most goals scored in international football (soccer) matches scored by an individual (male).
• Guinness World Records, known from its inception in 1955 until 1999 as The Guinness Book of Records, is a reference book published annually, listing world records both of human achievements and the extremes of the natural world.

• Malavath Poorna became the youngest girl in the world to conquer Mount Everest and Mount Elbrus.
• In the year 2019, she became the first tribal woman to climb four highest mountains located in four continents with the other two being Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa and Mount Aconcagua in South America.
• Mount Everest (8848 m) is the highest peak in the world.
• Mount Elbrus (5642 m) is the highest peak in Europe.

The correct answer is Ranjitsinh Disale.

Key Points

• Indian teacher Ranjitsinh Disale was named as the winner of the Global Teacher Prize 2020.
• Disale teaches at the Zilla Parishad Primary School, Paritewadi, Solapur, in Maharashtra and has been credited for transforming the lives of young girls.
• His name was announced by English actor, comedian, and writer Stephen Fry at a virtual ceremony broadcast from the Natural History Museum in London.

The correct answer is Srikant Datar.

Key Points

• Indian-origin academician Srikant Datar has been named as Dean of Harvard Business School.
• He succeeded Nitin Nohria.
• He became the second consecutive dean hailing from India to lead the prestigious 112-year-old institution.
• In 2021, he was awarded the Padma Shri, the fourth-highest civilian award in India.
• He has served as Senior Associate Dean for University Affairs for Research, Executive Education, and administration.​

Additional Information

• Sanjit Roy
  • Sanjit Roy is a social activist and teacher.
  • He is the founder and director of Barefoot College in Rajasthan, India.
  • It is a non-governmental organization offering practical training to poor and rural communities.
  • In 2010, Roy was selected as one of TIME Magazine's 100 most influential figures for his work within rural communities.
  • Skills taught in college such as solar engineering have been adopted in over 50 of the world’s least developed countries.
• Nitin Nohria​
  • ​Nitin Nohria served as the tenth dean of Harvard Business School from 2010-2020.
  • He previously served as co-chair of the Leadership Initiative, Senior Associate Dean of Faculty Development, and Head of the Organizational Behavior unit.
• Achyuta Samanta​
  • ​Prof. Achyuta Samanta is an educationist, humanitarian, and statesman.
  • He founded a University in 2004, KIIT, Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology.
  • He also founded the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) for providing education to indigenous boys and girls, free of cost.

The correct answer is Piyali Basak.

Key Points

• West Bengal’s Piyali Basak, on 22 May 2022, became the first Indian woman to scale Mt. Everest without supplementary oxygen.
• In October of 2021, Piyali also became the first woman to climb Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167 meters) without any oxygen support.
• She has also represented India in an international expedition to Mt. Annapurna 1(8091m).
• Mt. Annapurna 1 is the 10th highest peak in the world.

Additional Information

• ​Priyanka Mohite from Maharashtra has become the first Indian woman to scale five peaks above 8,000 meters after she climbed Mount Kanchenjunga in May 2022.
• Nepal's Kami Rita Sherpa has climbed Mount Everest for the 28th time.
• A British climber scaled the world's highest mountain for the 16th time in May 2022 becoming the first foreign climber to make the most Mt Everest summits.
• A 48-year-old Nepali woman named Sherpa has scaled Mount Everest for the 10th time on 12 May 2022.

The correct answer is Pranjal Patil.

Key Points

• Pranjal Patil of Maharashtra Ulhas Nagar qualified UPSC in 2016. She got the 773^th rank.
• In 2017, she again improved her rank, received the 124^th rank. India's first blind woman is now working as an assistant collector of Ernakulam.
• The loss of vision at the age of six did not deter the young girl from Maharashtra from pursuing her dream of a career in the Civil Services.

The correct answer is Shivangi Singh.

Key Points

• Flight Lieutenant Shivangi Singh is going to become the first Rafale woman fighter pilot.
• Flt Lt Singh, who hails from Varanasi, will formally join the 17 ‘Golden Arrows’ Squadron of the 4.5-generation Rafales at the Ambala airbase after she finishes her “conversion training”.
• This training is required when a combat pilot switches from one fighter to another.