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CLAT General Knowledge – Quiz Facts 23 Jan

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India Shines Brighter with Solar Power Push: Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana Unveiled

Sun shines on Indian homes!  Solar rooftop boom coming with new Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana!!  Lower bills, cleaner air, energy independence!!

 

Key Points:

  • New govt scheme to install solar panels on 1 crore houses (10 million).
  • Aims to boost rooftop solar by 40GW, reduce electricity bills for households.
  • India missed initial target, seeks to reach 500GW renewables by 2030.
  • Challenges remain: regulations, financing, consumer awareness.
  • Success means cleaner energy, energy security, and lower bill blues!

Modi at Ayodhya: Echoes of Somnath & Secularism Debates in Modern India

History repeats at Ayodhya? Modi channels Somnath as he opens Ram Mandir.  Secularism vs. Hindu pride reignite debate.

 

Key Points:

  • Modi to inaugurate Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, mirroring Somnath temple inauguration in 1950.
  • Nehru opposed government involvement in Somnath, citing secularism concerns.
  • Both temples hold deep religious significance for Hindus, rebuilt after Muslim destruction.
  • Critics fear Ayodhya project fuels Hindu nationalism and threatens religious divides.
  • Debate on state involvement in religious sites continues 70 years after Somnath.
  • Legal disputes remain surrounding Ayodhya, raising questions about justice and inclusion.

Celebrating Netaji: Parakram Diwas Honors India’s Brave Leader

Saluting Netaji!! India remembers freedom fighter Subhas Chandra Bose on Parakram Diwas.  Day of Valor highlights his courage and dedication.

 

Key Points:

  • Netaji Jayanti celebrates the birthday of Indian freedom fighter Subhas Chandra Bose.
  • Observed on January 23rd, now officially called Parakram Diwas (Day of Valor).
  • Bose spearheaded the Indian National Army and Azad Hind Government.
  • Day traditionally observed nationwide, official holiday in some states.
  • Debate over name: proposals for Deshprem Divas (Day of Patriotism) and Deshanayak Divas (Day of National Hero) exist.
  • Government chose Parakram Diwas to emphasize Bose’s courage and achievements.
  • Mixed reactions from family and political parties on the chosen name.

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