Bhagwat promotes caste-less unity, Gill returns to face KKR in IPL 2025, and PM Modi to honour bureaucratic excellence on Civil Services Day at Vigyan Bhawan.
DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (21 APRIL 2025)
RSS CHIEF MOHAN BHAGWAT CALLS FOR HINDU UNITY THROUGH SOCIAL HARMONY
FACT: Mohan Bhagwat- RSS Call for Grassroots Hindu Unity
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, during his visit to Aligarh, emphasized the need to dissolve caste-based divisions by promoting “one temple, one well, one cremation ground.” He urged swayamsevaks to uphold family values, practice inclusivity, and foster social unity rooted in ‘sanskar’ for strengthening national harmony and preparing for global leadership.
LEGAL PROVISIONS
- Article 15 of the Indian Constitution – Prohibition of discrimination on caste, religion, or race
- Article 17 of the Indian Constitution– Abolition of untouchability
- Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 – Punishes caste-based discrimination
- Right to Freedom of Religion (Article 25) – Guarantees religious practices without discrimination
- Directive Principles (Article 38 & 46) – Promote social justice and upliftment of weaker sections
Source: PTI
GILL SET TO FACE FORMER TEAM KKR AS TITANS TARGET DOMINANCE
FACT: Gujarat Titans vs Kolkata Knight Riders – IPL 2025 Showdown
In a compelling IPL 2025 clash, Shubman Gill leads Gujarat Titans against his former team, KKR, at Eden Gardens. Titans dominate the head-to-head, while KKR’s inconsistent batting and strategic uncertainties challenge their campaign. Gill seeks form amidst Titans’ explosive top order and stable bowling, eyeing a decisive win on Kolkata soil.
LEGAL PROVISIONS
- IPL governed under BCCI and IPL Code of Conduct
- Franchise teams operate under franchise agreements and player auction guidelines
- Broadcast and media rights regulated under Sports Broadcasting Signals (Mandatory Sharing with Prasar Bharati) Act, 2007
- Event regulations framed under Indian Contract Act and Commercial Sports Law principles
Source: IPL 2025
PRIME MINISTER NARENDRA MODI TO ADDRESS CIVIL SERVANTS ON 17TH CIVIL SERVICES DAY 2025
FACT: Prime Minister’s Awards for Excellence in Public Administration 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address civil servants on Civil Services Day 2025, recognizing excellence through the Prime Minister’s Awards. The day-long conference at Vigyan Bhawan includes award distribution, release of innovation-focused e-books, and themed sessions on national welfare programs and civil services reforms.
LEGAL PROVISION
- Article 311 of the Indian Constitution: Protection of civil servants
- All India Services Act, 1951 – Framework for IAS, IPS, IFS
- Civil Services Conduct Rules, 1964
- Right to Public Services legislation (state-specific)
- NITI Aayog and Department of Administrative Reforms – Policy execution
- Prime Minister’s Award Scheme Guidelines – MoS Personnel
- Digital India and e-Governance Framework – promoting innovation in public services
SOURCE: ANI
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WRITTEN BY– ISHA SHARMA
EDITED BY – VISHAKHA KHATRI
