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With whom did Rohan Bopanna win the 2024 Australian Open men's doubles title?
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Correct answer: B — Matthew Ebden
Bopanna won the 2024 Australian Open with Matthew Ebden and rose to World No. 1 in doubles.
At what age did Rohan Bopanna become the oldest man to reach World No. 1 in the ATP doubles rankings?
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Correct answer: C — 43
ATP noted that Bopanna rose to No. 1 for the first time after the 2024 Australian Open and became the oldest man to do so, at 43.
Consider the following statements about Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2025: 1. It marked the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. 2. The Prime Minister recalled that Sardar Patel integrated over 550 princely states after Independence. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: the 31 October 2025 celebrations at Kevadia marked Patel's 150th birth anniversary, and the PM recalled the integration of over 550 princely states.
In which year did the Government of India decide to observe Sardar Patel's birth anniversary as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas every year?
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Correct answer: A — 2014
The Ministry of Home Affairs announced in October 2014 that 31 October would be observed every year as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas.
What is the height of the Statue of Unity at Kevadia, dedicated to the nation on 31 October 2018?
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Correct answer: D — 182 metres
The 182-metre statue of Sardar Patel was dedicated to the nation on his birth anniversary in 2018 at Kevadiya, Narmada district.
The BSF marching contingent at the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2025 parade was made up exclusively of:
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Correct answer: B — Indian breed dogs such as Rampur and Mudhol Hounds
A key attraction was a BSF marching contingent comprising only Indian breed dogs such as Rampur Hounds and Mudhol Hounds.
Pasumpon, where the Vice-President paid homage to Muthuramalinga Thevar on 30 October 2025, is in which district of Tamil Nadu?
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Correct answer: C — Ramanathapuram
The Vice-President visited Pasumpon in Ramanathapuram district on Thevar's Jayanthi and Guru Pooja.
Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan described Pasumpon Muthuramalinga Thevar as a devoted follower of:
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Correct answer: D — Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose
The Vice-President hailed Thevar as a devoted follower of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.
Sanae Takaichi, whom PM Modi congratulated on 29 October 2025, made history in Japan as the country's first:
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Correct answer: A — Woman Prime Minister
Takaichi was elected by Japan's parliament on 21 October 2025 as the first woman to hold the office of Prime Minister.
According to Japan's Prime Minister's Office, Sanae Takaichi is Japan's Prime Minister number:
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Correct answer: D — 104
Kantei states that Takaichi became the 104th Prime Minister since Ito Hirobumi, Japan's first Prime Minister.
Whom did Sanae Takaichi succeed as Prime Minister of Japan in October 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Shigeru Ishiba
AP reported that Takaichi succeeded Shigeru Ishiba.
Where is Yashoda Medicity, inaugurated by President Droupadi Murmu on 26 October 2025, located?
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Correct answer: B — Indirapuram, Ghaziabad
PIB: the President inaugurated Yashoda Medicity at Indirapuram, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh.
Veteran actor Satish Shah, who died on 25 October 2025, was best known on television for which sitcom?
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Correct answer: C — Sarabhai vs Sarabhai
The Hindu and The Tribune: Satish Shah, best known for 'Sarabhai vs Sarabhai' and films like 'Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro', died in Mumbai at 74; the PM called him a true legend of Indian entertainment.
The 200th anniversary commemoration that concluded in October 2025 marked Rani Chennamma's victory at Kittur against the British in which year?
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Correct answer: B — 1824
PIB: the commemoration marked 200 years of Rani Chennamma's victory at Kittur, where she defended Kittur against the British force in 1824.
What was the denomination of the special commemorative coin released in October 2025 to mark 200 years of Rani Chennamma's victory at Kittur?
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Correct answer: D — ₹200
PIB: a special commemorative coin of ₹200 denomination was released by Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat.
'Chandpuri Hall', inaugurated by the Defence Minister in October 2025, honours Brigadier Kuldip Singh Chandpuri, who led the defence in which battle?
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Correct answer: B — Battle of Laungewala, 1971
PIB: 'Chandpuri Hall' at Laungewala is dedicated to Major (later Brigadier) Kuldip Singh Chandpuri, who led the gallant defence during the Battle of Laungewala in 1971.
Where was the Army Commanders' Conference held in October 2025, during which the Defence Minister also visited Tanot and Laungewala?
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Correct answer: C — Jaisalmer
PIB: Rajnath Singh reviewed preparedness during the Army Commanders' Conference in Jaisalmer and visited the forward areas of Tanot and Laungewala on 24 Oct 2025.
Which new organisations of the Indian Army featured in the 'Capability Demonstration Exercise' witnessed by the Defence Minister at Laungewala in October 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Bhairav Battalion and Ashni Platoon
PIB: the demonstration showcased integrated employment of new organisations such as the Bhairav Battalion and Ashni Platoon, along with newly inducted technology.
Piyush Pandey, whose death at 70 was condoled by the Prime Minister in October 2025, was a well-known figure in which field?
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Correct answer: D — Advertising
NDTV and Indian Express: Piyush Pandey, who joined Ogilvy in 1982 and created iconic Fevicol and Cadbury ads, died at 70; he received the Padma Shri in 2016.
Where did President Droupadi Murmu inaugurate the observance of the Mahasamadhi centenary of Sree Narayana Guru on 23 October 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Sivagiri Mutt, Varkala
PIB: the President inaugurated the observance of the Mahasamadhi centenary of Sree Narayana Guru at Sivagiri Mutt, Varkala, Kerala.
The message 'One Caste, One Religion, One God for Man' is associated with which social reformer?
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Correct answer: C — Sree Narayana Guru
PIB: the President said Sree Narayana Guru saw God as the divine presence within every living being and gave the message 'One Caste, One Religion, One God for Man'.
Consider the following statements about Sree Narayana Guru as described at the centenary observance in October 2025: 1. He composed verses in Malayalam, Sanskrit and Tamil. 2. The centenary observance at Sivagiri was inaugurated by the Prime Minister. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. PIB: his verses were in Malayalam, Sanskrit and Tamil; the observance was inaugurated by President Droupadi Murmu, not the Prime Minister.
Which city did President Droupadi Murmu describe in October 2025 as 'Akshara-nagari' for being a fountain-head of literacy and education?
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Correct answer: D — Kottayam
PIB: the President said Kottayam is known as 'Akshara-nagari' as it has been a fountain-head of literacy and education; the Vaikom Satyagraha took place in Kottayam a hundred years ago.
Where did President Droupadi Murmu unveil the bust of former President K.R. Narayanan on 23 October 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Raj Bhavan, Thiruvananthapuram
PIB: the President unveiled the bust of former President K.R. Narayanan at Raj Bhavan, Thiruvananthapuram, in the presence of former President Ram Nath Kovind.
In October 2025, Neeraj Chopra was formally conferred the insignia of which honorary rank?
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Correct answer: A — Honorary Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army
PIB: Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh conferred the insignia of Honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army on Neeraj Chopra on 22 October 2025.
Neeraj Chopra, who received an honorary Territorial Army rank in 2025, was born in Khandra village of which district?
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Correct answer: C — Panipat
PIB: he was born on 24 December 1997 in Khandra village, Panipat district, Haryana.
Consider the following statements about Neeraj Chopra's honorary commission: 1. The honorary commission in the Territorial Army was granted by the President on 16 April 2025. 2. Before the honorary commission, he had served with The Rajputana Rifles of the Indian Army. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. PIB: President Droupadi Murmu granted the honorary commission on 16 April 2025; enrolled in 2016, he has served with The Rajputana Rifles.
Who was designated Prime Minister of Japan by the Diet on 21 October 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Sanae Takaichi
Kantei (Japan PMO): on 21 October 2025 Ms. Takaichi Sanae was designated Prime Minister; PIB: PM Modi congratulated her on her election.
According to Japan's Prime Minister's Office, Sanae Takaichi is Japan's Prime Minister number ___ since Ito Hirobumi.
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Correct answer: A — 104th
Kantei: Prime Minister Takaichi became the 104th Prime Minister since Ito Hirobumi, the first Prime Minister of Japan.
Consider the following statements regarding leadership changes greeted by PM Modi on 21 October 2025: 1. Sanae Takaichi succeeded Fumio Kishida as Prime Minister of Japan. 2. Rodrigo Paz Pereira was elected Prime Minister of Bolivia. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Neither is correct. BBC: Takaichi became LDP leader after Shigeru Ishiba resigned, so she succeeded Ishiba; PIB: Rodrigo Paz Pereira was elected President (not Prime Minister) of Bolivia.
Off which coastal locations did PM Modi celebrate Diwali 2025 with naval personnel on INS Vikrant?
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Correct answer: A — Goa and Karwar
PIB: the PM said he was among naval personnel on the western seaboard off Goa and Karwar, with INS Vikrant as the flagship.
Which song written by naval personnel did PM Modi mention from the cultural programme on INS Vikrant in October 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Kasam Sindoor Ki
PIB: the PM said the naval personnel penned a song 'Kasam Sindoor Ki' which will remain etched in his memory.
Consider the following statements based on PM Modi's remarks on INS Vikrant (October 2025): 1. INS Vikrant was commissioned at Mumbai. 2. INS Vikrant is the largest warship constructed indigenously. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only 2 is correct. PIB: the PM called it the largest warship constructed indigenously and recalled the programme in Kochi when it was commissioned — not Mumbai.
During her Kerala visit of October 2025, at which temple was President Droupadi Murmu scheduled to perform darshan and aarti on 22 October?
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Correct answer: A — Sabarimala Temple
PIB (President's Secretariat): on October 22, the President will perform darshan and aarti at the Sabarimala Temple.
St. Teresa's College, whose centenary celebrations President Murmu was to attend on 24 October 2025, is located in which city?
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Correct answer: C — Ernakulam
PIB (President's Secretariat): on October 24, the President will grace the centenary celebrations of St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam.
Which phrase did PM Modi use on 19 October 2025 while urging citizens to buy Indian products during the festive season?
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Correct answer: A — Garv Se Kaho Yeh Swadeshi Hai
PIB: the PM said, 'Let's buy Indian products and say — Garv Se Kaho Yeh Swadeshi Hai!' and asked people to share their purchases on social media.
Ravi Naik, whose death was condoled by the PM and the Home Minister on 15 October 2025, held which positions?
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Correct answer: B — Agriculture Minister of Goa and former Chief Minister of Goa
PIB: Amit Shah condoled the passing of Ravi Naik, Agriculture Minister of Goa and former Chief Minister; PM Modi called him a Minister in the Goa Government.
Which birth anniversary of Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan was marked on 11 October 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 123rd
PIB: the Vice-President said the 123rd birth anniversary of Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan was an occasion to celebrate an ideal that placed the nation above self.
Jayaprakash Narayan's ancestral home and National Memorial at Sitab Diara, visited by the Vice-President in October 2025, are in which district of Bihar?
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Correct answer: D — Saran
PIB: the Vice-President visited the ancestral home and National Memorial of Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan in Saran district.
President Droupadi Murmu graced which convocation of Gujarat Vidyapith, Ahmedabad, on 11 October 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 71st
PIB: the President graced the 71st convocation ceremony of Gujarat Vidyapith at Ahmedabad on 11 October 2025.
Which birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi was observed on 2 October 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 156th
The Vice-President paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat on his 156th birth anniversary on 2 October 2025.
According to Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Gandhi Jayanti 2025, sales of Khadi and village industry products have risen to over how much in 11 years?
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Correct answer: D — ₹1.7 lakh crore
Amit Shah said sales rose about fivefold, from ₹33,000 crore to over ₹1.7 lakh crore.
Consider the following statements about Gandhi Jayanti observances on 2 October 2025: 1. The Vice-President attended a Sarva Dharma Prarthana at Raj Ghat. 2. While paying tribute, the Vice-President recalled Gandhiji's idea of Antyodaya. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — Both 1 and 2
Both statements are correct: C. P. Radhakrishnan attended the Sarva Dharma Prarthana at Raj Ghat and recalled Gandhiji's emphasis on Antyodaya.
Who founded the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), which completed 100 years in October 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar
The RSS was founded by Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in 1925.
Which motto did the Vice-President cite while greeting the RSS on its centenary in October 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Seva Parmo Dharmah
C. P. Radhakrishnan said RSS volunteers are guided by the motto 'Seva Parmo Dharmah'.
On 2 October 2025, the Vice-President paid tribute to Lal Bahadur Shastri at which memorial in New Delhi?
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Correct answer: C — Vijay Ghat
Vijay Ghat is Lal Bahadur Shastri's memorial; the Vice-President paid tribute there on his birth anniversary.
What did Prime Minister Narendra Modi release at the RSS centenary celebrations on 1 October 2025?
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Correct answer: B — A commemorative postage stamp and coin
The PM released a specially designed commemorative postage stamp and coin.
The commemorative stamp released at the RSS centenary in October 2025 recalls RSS volunteers marching in the Republic Day parade of which year?
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Correct answer: D — 1963
The PM said the stamp recalls RSS volunteers proudly marching in the 1963 Republic Day parade.
Vijay Kumar Malhotra, who died in September 2025, defeated which leader in the 1999 Lok Sabha election from Delhi?
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Correct answer: C — Manmohan Singh
Malhotra defeated Manmohan Singh in the 1999 Lok Sabha election; Singh later became Prime Minister in 2004.
Vijay Kumar Malhotra was the first president of which party unit?
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Correct answer: A — BJP's Delhi unit
Malhotra was the first president of the BJP's Delhi unit.
Consider the following statements about Vijay Kumar Malhotra: 1. He served as Chief Minister of Delhi after the 1993 Assembly election. 2. He was a three-term Lok Sabha MP. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Both are wrong: he was Chief Metropolitan Councillor of Delhi in 1967 (before statehood), not Chief Minister, and he was a five-term Lok Sabha MP.
Which festival did PM Modi say in the 126th Mann Ki Baat (28 September 2025) the government is trying to get included in UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list?
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Correct answer: B — Chhath Mahaparva
The PM said the government is striving to include Chhath Mahaparva in UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
How many days did Lieutenant Commanders Dilna and Roopa take to complete the Navika Sagar Parikrama, as discussed in Mann Ki Baat on 28 September 2025?
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Correct answer: D — 238
They sailed about 47,500 km in 238 days, from Goa on 2 October 2024 to 29 May 2025.
The 126th Mann Ki Baat on 28 September 2025 coincided with the birth anniversary of which two personalities?
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Correct answer: A — Bhagat Singh and Lata Mangeshkar
PM Modi noted that 28 September is the birth anniversary of Shaheed Bhagat Singh and Lata Mangeshkar.
Until when was General Anil Chauhan's tenure as Chief of Defence Staff extended on 24 September 2025?
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Correct answer: A — 30 May 2026
The ACC extended his service as CDS up to 30 May 2026, or until further orders.
Besides being CDS, General Anil Chauhan also functions as Secretary of which department?
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Correct answer: D — Department of Military Affairs
The CDS also functions as Secretary to the Government of India, Department of Military Affairs.
On which date was General Anil Chauhan first appointed Chief of Defence Staff?
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Correct answer: B — 28 September 2022
General Anil Chauhan was appointed CDS on 28 September 2022.
Who assumed charge as Controller General of Communication Accounts on 22 September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Vandana Gupta
Vandana Gupta, a 1990-batch IP&TAFS officer, assumed charge as Controller General of Communication Accounts.
Justice Pavankumar Bhimappa Bajanthri was appointed Chief Justice of which High Court in September 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Patna High Court
The President appointed Justice Bajanthri, a judge of the Patna High Court, as Chief Justice of the Patna High Court.
Singer Zubeen Garg, who died on 19 September 2025, was a cultural icon of which state?
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Correct answer: C — Assam
Zubeen Garg was regarded as Assam's cultural icon.
Zubeen Garg was in Singapore in September 2025 to perform at which event?
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Correct answer: A — North East India Festival
He had travelled to Singapore to perform at the North East India Festival 2025.
Engineers' Day, observed in India on 15 September, honours which Bharat Ratna awardee?
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Correct answer: B — Sir M. Visvesvaraya
On Engineers' Day, 15 September, the Prime Minister paid homage to Bharat Ratna Sir M. Visvesvaraya, whose pioneering contributions laid the foundation for India's modern engineering landscape.