Showing questions for August 14, 2025
- Total: 34 questions
Question 1 Aug 14, 2025
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Which Indian military officers were featured in the Independence Day special episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) season 17, sparking controversy?
Lt Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, and Commander Prerna DeosthaleeThe officers Lt Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, and Commander Prerna Deosthalee were invited to appear on the Independence Day special of KBC 17, hosted by Amitabh Bachchan. Their appearance, linked to their roles in Operation Sindoor, triggered a political and social media storm. Critics accused the government of using armed forces personnel for political propaganda and questioned the violation of military protocol. The controversy intensified as social media users and political figures, including Priyanka Chaturvedi, raised concerns about the appropriateness of active-duty officers in a private entertainment show. The Army has strict guidelines against wearing uniforms in non-official settings, adding to the debate.
Question 2 Aug 14, 2025
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What action did the Supreme Court take regarding Olympic medallist Sushil Kumar's bail in the Sagar Dhankar murder case?
Cancelled bail and ordered surrender within a weekThe Supreme Court, in a bench led by Justices Sanjay Karol and Prashant Kumar Mishra, set aside the Delhi High Court’s March 4 order granting bail to Sushil Kumar. The decision came on an appeal filed by the father of the murder victim, Sagar Dhankar. The court emphasized the seriousness of the crime and the need for accountability, especially given Kumar's public profile. Sushil Kumar, a two-time Olympic medallist, was accused of involvement in the brutal killing at Chhatrasal Stadium in Delhi. The ruling underscores the judiciary’s stance on high-profile criminal cases and ensures due process is maintained.
Question 3 Aug 14, 2025
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What prompted the Supreme Court to constitute a three-judge bench for the stray dogs case?
Conflicting rulings by coordinate benches on community dog managementThe Supreme Court formed a bench comprising Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta, and NV Anjaria to resolve conflicting judicial approaches on stray dog management. Petitioner Nanita Sharma highlighted that one bench upheld Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules, while a suo motu case adopted a different stance, creating legal inconsistency. This divergence necessitated a larger bench to provide a unified interpretation. The issue gained urgency after the SC directed removal of stray dogs from Delhi-NCR, sparking public debate on animal rights and civic safety. The new bench was scheduled to hear the matter on August 15, 2025.
Question 4 Aug 14, 2025
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What is the significance of External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's upcoming visit to Moscow on August 21, 2025?
To strengthen strategic ties with Russia amid US tensions over Indian oil importsS Jaishankar’s visit to Moscow comes at a critical juncture as India seeks to reinforce its strategic partnership with Russia, especially after National Security Adviser Ajit Doval’s recent trip. The visit precedes a possible Modi-Putin meeting at the SCO Summit in China. It also occurs amid US imposition of a 50% tariff on Indian goods, retaliating against India’s continued purchase of discounted Russian oil. Jaishankar will meet Lavrov and possibly Putin to align on bilateral issues and prepare for Putin’s upcoming visit to India. This diplomatic move underscores India’s balancing act in global geopolitics.
Question 5 Aug 14, 2025
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Which time will the Delhi Metro start operations on August 15 for the Independence Day ceremony?
4:00 AMThe Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) announced that metro services on all lines will commence at 4 am on August 15 to facilitate the travel of special guests, invitees, and the general public attending the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort. Until 6 am, trains will run at a frequency of 30 minutes, after which the regular timetable will resume. The Lal Quila, Jama Masjid, and Delhi Gate metro stations are the closest to the Red Fort. Special QR tickets will be provided to holders of Ministry of Defence-issued invitation cards, and the Ministry will reimburse DMRC for such travel costs. This early start is a special arrangement made to manage the large influx of attendees on this national occasion.