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GK One Liners: October 1, 2025

How to use today’s GK page
A quick routine: skim One-Liners → test with the Mini-Quiz → deepen with Short Notes.
Daily revision (5–7 min) Exam-ready structure Mobile friendly

📌 One-Liners

  1. Scroll the categories (they may change daily).
  2. Read the bold title then the short sub-line for context.
  3. Watch for acronyms—today’s quiz/notes expand them.

🧠 Mini-Quiz

  1. Answer the 3 MCQs without peeking.
  2. Tap Submit to reveal answers and explanations (no JS needed).
  3. Note why an option is correct—this locks facts into memory.

📒 Short Notes

  1. Read the 3 compact explainers—each builds on a different topic.
  2. Use them for a quick recap or add to your personal notes.
  3. Great for mains/PI: definitions, timelines, and “why it matters”.
💡 Pro tip: Use the sticky Jump to menu at the top to hop between sections. If you’re short on time, do One-Liners now and the Mini-Quiz + Short Notes later.
GK365 • One-Liners • Edition: 01 Oct 2025
Jump to:
🇮🇳 National 🌍 International 💼 Business 👤 Appointments 🏆 Awards 🛡️ Defence 🏅 Sports 🗓️ Important Days
Fast revision Exam-ready High-yield facts

🇮🇳 National News

  • Sacred Theatres: India’s Living Ritual Heritage
    UNESCO recognized Kutiyattam, Mudiyettu, Ramman & Ramlila as Intangible Cultural Heritage; preserved by Sangeet Natak Akademi.
  • Govt to Mandate Sound Alerts in EVs
    From Oct 2027, all EVs must have AVAS (artificial sound system); new models from Oct 2026.

🌍 International News

  • India–Bhutan First Rail Links
    ₹3,456 cr Kokrajhar–Gelephu & ₹577 cr Banarhat–Samtse rail projects approved to boost trade & connectivity.
  • India’s FTA with EFTA
    FTA with Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway & Switzerland to start Oct 1, 2025.

💼 Business News

  • RBI 2FA Mandate
    From Apr 1, 2026, all digital payments to use 2-factor authentication (biometric, tokens, passphrases, etc.).
  • SIDBI Record Profit
    SIDBI profit up 19.5% to ₹4,811 cr in FY25; balance sheet crosses ₹5.6 lakh cr.
  • India’s Dairy Sector
    World’s largest milk producer (25% share); 8 cr farmers engaged; milk output up 63.56% in a decade.

👤 Appointments

  • Gaurav Banerjee – Sony Pictures
    Appointed MD & CEO of SPNI till Aug 2029; company has 28 channels & SonyLIV OTT.

🏆 Awards

  • Diljit Dosanjh – International Emmys
    Nominated for Best Actor (Chamkila biopic) at International Emmy Awards 2025.

🛡️ Defence

  • BSF AI Command Centre
    Launched AI & GIS-based DSS for border security to predict infiltration/smuggling routes.

🏅 Sports

  • Sheetal Devi – Para Archery Gold
    Wins maiden gold at World Archery Para Championships 2025 (Gwangju, Korea) + 2 more medals.
  • ICC–UNICEF Campaign
    “Promise to Children” campaign launched during Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025.

🗓️ Important Days (Oct 1)

  • International Day of Older Persons
    Declared by UN in 1990; first observed in 1991.
  • World Vegetarian Day
    Founded in 1977 by NAVS; promotes vegetarian lifestyle awareness.
  • International Coffee Day
    Officially celebrated since 2015; theme 2025 – “Embrace Collaboration For Collective Action.”

🧠 Mini-Quiz: Add to Your Knowledge (3 MCQs)

Pick answers, hit Submit to reveal. Acronyms are expanded in the explanations.
1. Concept • RBI 2FA (Reserve Bank of India • Two-Factor Authentication)
In the Reserve Bank of India’s digital payments framework, what does 2FA expand to?
RBI’s 2FA for Digital Payments What it is: A second, independent proof of identity to complete a transaction (e.g., password + OTP/biometric/token).
Why: As UPI (Unified Payments Interface) and cards scale, 2FA sharply reduces phishing and credential-stuffing frauds.
Tip: Enforced dates in news usually refer to when issuers/payment providers must comply.
2. Concept • International Emmy Awards (IATAS)
The International Emmy Awards were established in which year?
International Emmy Awards — Snapshot Organizer: International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (IATAS).
Established: 1973 to honor TV produced and initially aired outside the United States.
Today: Includes categories across drama, comedy, documentary, news, and performance.
3. Concept • EFTA (European Free Trade Association)
Which set lists all current members of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA)?
European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Formed: 1960 as an alternative to the European Economic Community (EEC).
Members: Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland (all outside the EU).
Role: Frees trade among members and negotiates Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with partners; three members participate in the EEA (European Economic Area).

📒 Short Notes: Why Stop at One-Liners?

Three compact explainers on different topics (no overlap with the quiz).

AVAS — Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System EV AVAS

Why needed: Electric vehicles are almost silent at low speeds (~20–30 km/h), increasing risk for pedestrians and visually-impaired users.
What regulators require: Minimum loudness and frequency band; sound continuity when starting, reversing, and at low speeds.
User angle: Many systems raise pitch with speed to mimic engine cues and improve detection.

SIDBI — Small Industries Development Bank of India SIDBI

Mandate: Apex development financial institution for MSMEs (micro, small and medium enterprises).
Products: Term loans, refinance to banks/NBFCs, credit guarantees, cluster development, equity/VC for innovation.
Why it matters: MSMEs meaningfully contribute to employment, GDP and exports in India.

UNESCO ICH — Intangible Cultural Heritage UNESCO ICH

What counts: Living traditions and expressions—performing arts, rituals, festive events, and craftsmanship—safeguarded under the 2003 Convention.
Why list items: To support transmission to future generations and raise visibility for communities and practitioners.
Indian examples: Kutiyattam, Mudiyettu, Ramlila, Ramman and many more across states.

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