Today in History (August 01^st, 1920)

The Non-Cooperation Movement was launched by the Indian National Congress led by Mahatma Gandhi on 1st August 1920. It was a turning point in the history of the struggle for independence in India.

Let’s revise

A) Who is the current chief secretary of finance, government of India?

1. T.V. Somnathan
2. K. Ramesh Kaushal
3. Rajendra Kumar Bansal
4. Mohan K. Sampath

Ans. (1)

B) Who have been appointed the President of Iran?

1. Ayatullah Khomeini
2. Pezeskian
3. Abdullah Khan
4. Rabbani Khar

Ans. (1)

C) Which one is the capital city of Iran?

1. Tehran
2. Isfahan
3. Kerman
4. Bagdad

Ans. (1)

D) Which article of the Indian constitution have provisions for equality of opportunity in matters of public employment?

1. 13
2. 19
3. 32
4. 16

Ans. (4)

E) Which article of the Indian constitution have provisions about prohibition of discrimination by the state based on caste, religion, sex, place of birth?

1. 21
2. 15
3. 26
4. 23

Ans. (2)

Summary of Today’s News

Death toll in Wayanad crosses 200

• In conclusion, the devastating landslides in Wayanad district, Kerala have resulted in a significant loss of life, with the death toll exceeding 200. Despite the challenging conditions, rescue operations are progressing as personnel from various forces, including the Army and National Disaster Response Force, work tirelessly to recover bodies and assist survivors.
• As of Wednesday evening, 174 bodies and 61 body parts have been retrieved, with 191 individuals still reported missing. In the past two days, 1,592 people have been rescued, with 99 currently receiving medical treatment, while others have been relocated to relief camps.
• The scale of the disaster and the difficult terrain continue to pose substantial challenges to the ongoing search and rescue efforts.
Some more key points:
• Located in Kerala, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (WWS) is an integral part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve.
• Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve was the first from India to be included in the UNESCO designated World Network of Biosphere Reserves (designated in 2012).
• Other wildlife parks within the Reserve are: Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary, Bandipur National Park, Nagarhole National Park, Mukurthi National Park and Silent Valley.

Assassination of head of Hezbollah may spread the war in middle east

• In summary, Ismail Haniyeh, a prominent Hamas leader, was killed in an air strike in Tehran, which Iran and Hamas attribute to Israel.
• This assassination, which occurred shortly after Haniyeh attended a high-profile event in Iran, is expected to escalate tensions, with Iran’s supreme leader vowing retaliation against Israel.
• The killing could also jeopardize ongoing ceasefire negotiations and hostage deals related to the Gaza conflict. Israel has not yet commented on the strike, but the situation remains highly volatile, with the potential for further regional conflict.

Delhi High court on freebie culture of Delhi government

• The Delhi High Court has criticized the Delhi government’s “freebie culture” for contributing to the financial strain on the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), which has left it unable to properly maintain or upgrade city infrastructure.
• This situation was highlighted during a hearing related to the drowning of three Civil Services aspirants in a coaching center’s basement, which the court linked to broader issues of mismanagement and neglect.
• The court condemned both the MCD for its failure to address infrastructure issues and the police for their inadequate investigation into the incident. It also noted the lack of a functioning MCD Standing Committee, which has hampered the MCD’s ability to manage and sanction significant projects.
• The court has summoned key officials to address these concerns and emphasized the need for accountability and better oversight.

Reality check of morality and moral values of famous teachers

• In conclusion, a recent survey of coaching institutes in Patna, prompted by the drowning incident at Rau’s IAS Study Circle in New Delhi, has uncovered multiple violations of safety regulations, including at the Khan GS Research Centre operated by Faizal Khan, known as “Khan Sir.”
• The inspection revealed issues such as non-compliance with fire safety measures, lack of proper exit passages, and exceeding space limits.
• As a result, the Khan GS Research Centre has been temporarily closed. The authorities are issuing notices to the violating institutes and have outlined penalties for non-compliance under the Bihar Coaching Institute (Control & Regulation) Act, 2010.
• The survey will continue, with further inspections planned to ensure all coaching centres adhere to safety regulations and provide a secure environment for students.