🗞️ Kerala PSC Current Affairs – August 6, 2025
For UPSC, SSC, Banking & State PCS Exams
Stay ahead with the latest national and international current affairs. Below is the curated list of key updates from August 6, 2025, presented in a question-answer format, ideal for revision and exam preparation.
🛳️ 1. Which naval ship was recently delivered to the Indian Navy under Project 17A?
Answer: INS Himgiri
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The third stealth frigate under the Project 17A class, INS Himgiri, was handed over to the Indian Navy on July 31, 2025.
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Project 17A vessels are designed for enhanced stealth, speed, and weaponry.
🧑⚖️ 2. What is “Nyaya Bandhu” and which ministry operates it?
Answer: A pro bono legal service platform by the Department of Justice
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It connects volunteer lawyers with underprivileged litigants.
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As of June 2025, it had over 9,000 registered lawyers and assisted nearly 15,000 women.
🐸 3. What is unique about Darwin’s Frog recently in the news?
Answer: It is one of the rare amphibians that exhibit mouth brooding.
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Found in Chile and Argentina.
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Charles Darwin first discovered it in 1834.
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The frog nurtures its young inside the male’s vocal sac.
🏞️ 4. Where is Ashtamudi Lake located and why was it in the news?
Answer: Kollam, Kerala – due to conservation efforts ordered by the Kerala High Court.
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A Ramsar site known for its biodiversity.
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HC mandated a special wetland management unit for its protection.
👩💼 5. Which Indian state launched a Sabbatical Leave Scheme for government employees?
Answer: Sikkim
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Employees can now avail up to 1,080 days of leave after 5 years of service.
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Eligible for 50% of their basic pay during the leave period.
🔧 6. Where was India’s first Make-in-India 1 MW green hydrogen plant launched?
Answer: Kandla Port, Gujarat
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A significant step in clean energy.
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Set up as part of India's National Green Hydrogen Mission.
🚨 7. What is the name of the operation launched by Bihar Police to combat human trafficking?
Answer: [Operation name not publicly specified]
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The operation was aimed at tracking and rescuing victims across districts.
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Involved coordination with NGOs and inter-state agencies.
🌾 8. What initiative uses AI for climate-resilient agriculture in India?
Answer: AgroMet AI Project by ICRISAT and ICAR
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Uses AI to generate localized weather-based advisories.
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Aims to reduce crop loss and boost productivity.
🌿 9. What was India’s proposal at Ramsar COP15 and was it accepted?
Answer: Promoting Sustainable Lifestyles for Wetland Conservation – Yes, adopted by all 172 countries.
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India played a leadership role at the global wetlands meet held in Zimbabwe.
📦 10. Which country imposed 25% tariffs on Indian goods starting August 1, 2025?
Answer: United States
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The tariffs were linked to India’s continued procurement of Russian defense equipment.
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India termed the move “regrettable” and sought WTO consultation.
📝 Summary Table for Quick Revision:
| Topic | Key Fact |
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| INS Himgiri | 3rd ship of Project 17A delivered to Navy |
| Sabbatical Leave | Launched by Sikkim Govt |
| Ashtamudi Lake | Protected wetland in Kerala |
| Darwin’s Frog | Rare amphibian found in Chile |
| Green Hydrogen | 1MW plant commissioned at Kandla Port |
| Nyaya Bandhu | Free legal aid by Dept of Justice |
| US-India Trade | US imposed 25% tariffs on Indian goods |
| Ramsar COP15 | India’s resolution adopted |
| Bihar Police | Anti-human trafficking operation |
| AgroMet AI | AI-based agri-advisory by ICAR–ICRISAT |
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