[PSSSB Law Officer, 2026]

6. The Koyla Shakti Dashboard, launched by the Ministry of Coal in 2025, primarily focuses on __________





Answer & Solution

Answer:

Real-time coal production and dispatch analytics

Solution:

The Koyla Shakti Dashboard is a comprehensive digital platform that integrates the entire coal value chain (production, logistics, consumption) on a unified, real-time interface. Its primary purpose is to enable real-time monitoring and analysis, facilitate coordination among stakeholders (coal companies, railways, ports), and support data-driven governance and demand forecasting. 

[PSSSB Law Officer, 2026]

7. The GI tag granted to Kandhamal Haldi refers to a turmeric variety from which Indian state?





Answer & Solution

Answer:

Odisha

Solution:

Kandhamal Haldi is an indigenous variety of turmeric mainly grown by the tribal people in the Kandhamal district of Odisha. It is known for its strong aroma, high curcumin content, and medicinal properties, and it received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag on April 1, 2019. 

[PSSSB Law Officer, 2026]

8. Who is the first woman to receive the Jnanpith Award?





Answer & Solution

Answer:

Ashapurna Devi

Solution:

Ashapurna Devi (also spelled Ashapoorna Devi) was the first woman to be awarded the Jnanpith Award, India's highest literary honor. She received the award in 1976 for her novel Pratham Pratishruti (The First Promise).

[PSSSB Law Officer, 2026]

9. Who has become the 89th Chess Grand Master of India?





Answer & Solution

Answer:

Rohith Krishna

Solution:

Rohith Krishna S became India's 89th Chess Grandmaster in August 2025 after achieving his final GM norm at the Almaty Masters Qonaev Cup in Kazakhstan. 

[PSSSB Law Officer, 2026]

10. Which mountain pass connects Srinagar with Leh?





Answer & Solution

Answer:

Zojila Pass

Solution:

The Zojila Pass is a high mountain pass located in the Himalayas which serves as the vital link between Srinagar (Kashmir Valley) and Leh (Ladakh). It is a crucial part of the National Highway 1 (NH1) and remains closed during winter due to heavy snowfall.