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Current Affairs Session Overview
This video is a comprehensive current affairs session aimed at candidates preparing for the Bhumi Abhilekh (land records) exam and other competitive exams in 2025. The presenter, Sagar Sonawane, covers a wide range of important questions from various topics including politics, economy, environment, awards, and current events. Detailed explanations and clarifications are provided to help students avoid common mistakes.
Key Points Covered
1. National Lata Mangeshkar Award
- Contrary to popular belief that Maharashtra gives this award, it is actually awarded by Madhya Pradesh.
- This is because Lata Mangeshkar was born in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.
2. Chief Election Commissioner of India
- The current Chief Election Commissioner is Gyanesh Kumar.
- The constitutional basis of the Election Commission is detailed under Articles 324-329.
3. President’s Rule in States
- President’s Rule was imposed in Manipur in February 2025 due to law and order issues.
- The session explains constitutional articles related to emergencies:
- Article 352 (National Emergency)
- Article 356 (President’s Rule)
- Article 360 (Financial Emergency)
- Historical context includes President’s Rule in Maharashtra and Punjab.
4. Maharashtra Legislative Assembly Speaker
- Rahul Narvekar is the current Speaker, the 16th in the assembly.
- He represents the BJP from the Colaba constituency.
5. Finance Commission Chairpersons
- Review of chairpersons from the 13th to 16th Finance Commissions:
- 13th: Vijay Kelkar
- 14th: YV Reddy
- 15th: NK Singh
- 16th: Arvind Panagariya
- Their periods and constitutional basis under Article 280 are discussed.
6. Regional Rural Banks (RRBs)
- Established on October 2, 1975, based on Narasimha Committee recommendations.
- RRBs provide rural credit.
- Number of RRBs reduced from 196 to 43, with a target to reduce further to 23 by 2030 to improve efficiency.
7. Base Year for National Income Calculation
- The current base year is 2022-23, updated by the Vishwanath Golder Committee.
- The video traces the history of base years since independence.
8. Gender Inequality Index
- India ranks 102nd in 2025.
- The index measures:
- Reproductive health
- Women’s empowerment (education and political participation)
- Labor market share
- Denmark has the lowest gender inequality.
9. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- There are 17 SDGs with 169 targets to be achieved between 2016 and 2030.
- Adopted by the United Nations, they succeeded the Millennium Development Goals (2000-2015).
10. Ramsar Sites in Maharashtra
- Maharashtra has three Ramsar sites:
- Nandur Madheshwar
- Lonar Lake
- Thane Creek
- India has 94 Ramsar wetlands, with Tamil Nadu having the highest number.
11. Indian Alternative to VT App
- The app named “Aatmanirbhar Bharat App Innovation Challenge” (referred to as “Artai”) is mentioned as an Indian alternative to VT.
12. Operation Sindhu
- Conducted in response to the Pahalgam terrorist attack in May 2025.
- Distinct from operations related to Pulwama or Balakot attacks.
- Also involved evacuation of Indian citizens from Iran during the Iran-Israel war.
13. Chandrayaan Missions
- Chandrayaan-4 is planned for 2027 with moon soil sample collection.
- Chandrayaan-5 is approved but the date is undecided.
14. Vijay Rupani’s Death
- Former Chief Minister of Gujarat (2016-2021) died in a plane crash.
- This marks a tragic event for the state.
15. 2025 Grand Slam Tennis Winners
- Novak Djokovic won the US Open.
- Jick Sinner won the Australian Open and Wimbledon.
- Carlos Alcaraz won the French Open.
16. Lokmanya Tilak National Award 2025
- Awarded to Nitin Gadkari.
- Previous recipients include:
- Narendra Modi (2023)
- Sudha Murthy (2024)
- Cyrus Poonawalla (2021)
- Dr. Tessie Thomas (2022)
17. National Film Awards 2025
- Best Actor awards:
- Shah Rukh Khan for Jawan
- Vikrant Massey for Twelve Votes Failed
- Best Actress award:
- Rani Mukerji for Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway
18. Pink E-Rickshaw Scheme
- Launched by Maharashtra to empower widows, divorced, and economically weaker women.
- Provides driving licenses to help them become self-reliant.
19. Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025
- Held in Bhubaneswar.
- Celebrated on January 9 to mark Mahatma Gandhi’s return to India in 1915.
20. International Women’s Day
- Celebrated on March 8.
- 2025 marks its 50th anniversary since inception in 1975.
Additional Notes
- The session emphasizes reading questions carefully to avoid mistakes.
- Students are encouraged to stay calm and confident during exams.
- Promotion of Infinity Academy’s batches for various competitive exams.
Presenters and Contributors
- Sagar Sonawane (Main presenter)
- Madam Rozma Sheikh (English session)
- Nagare Sir (Intelligence session)
- Dhoble Sir (Marathi session)
- VMD Sir (Economics and History teacher)
The session is interactive with frequent student participation and answers to queries, making it a detailed preparatory lecture for current affairs in 2025.
Category
News and Commentary