Showing questions for October 13, 2025
- Total: 23 questions
Question 16 Oct 13, 2025
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What action did the West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee advise female students to take following the Durgapur gang-rape case?
Avoid venturing out late at nightFollowing the alleged gang rape of a second-year medical student from Odisha in Durgapur, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee urged female hostel residents—especially those from other states—to avoid going out late at night. While acknowledging their fundamental right to movement, she cited logistical limitations of police monitoring. Her remarks drew both support and criticism, with opposition parties accusing her government of failing to ensure women’s safety. She also emphasized that private colleges must secure their campuses. Three accused were arrested, and investigations were ongoing.
Question 17 Oct 13, 2025
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What major initiative is the CRPF planning to establish at Karregutta Hills?
A commando training schoolThe Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) plans to set up a commando training school at Karregutta Hills along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border. This location was the site of 'Operation Black Forest' between April and May 2025, where 31 Maoists were killed in a major anti-Naxal operation involving CRPF’s CoBRA unit and Chhattisgarh Police. The rugged terrain makes it ideal for jungle warfare training. The initiative aims to enhance the operational readiness of anti-insurgency forces. The school will focus on specialized training in guerrilla tactics, survival, and counter-insurgency strategies.
Question 18 Oct 13, 2025
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Which political leader accused the Modi government of 'systematically corroding' the Right to Information Act?
Mallikarjun KhargeCongress president Mallikarjun Kharge, in a social media post dated October 12, 2025, accused the Modi government of weakening the Right to Information (RTI) Act over the past 11 years. He credited the Congress-led UPA government with enacting the RTI Act in 2005 under Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Sonia Gandhi, calling it a landmark for transparency. Kharge alleged that recent amendments and administrative practices have undermined citizens’ access to information. His statement came amid growing concerns from civil society about declining transparency in governance. The RTI Act remains a critical tool for accountability in Indian democracy.
Question 19 Oct 13, 2025
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Who scored 142 runs off 107 balls to lead Australia to the highest-ever successful run chase in women’s ODIs against India on October 13, 2025?
Alyssa HealyAlyssa Healy delivered a masterclass in batting with a stunning 142 off just 107 balls, including 21 fours and 3 sixes, to power Australia to a historic three-wicket victory over India in the ICC Women’s World Cup. Her innings marked the highest successful run chase in women’s ODI history, surpassing Sri Lanka’s previous record of chasing 302. Healy’s knock was also her sixth century in WODIs and her first as captain. She dominated Indian bowlers with precise placement and aggressive strokeplay, especially against Kranti Gaud and Sneh Rana. This performance helped Australia top the points table with seven points.
Question 20 Oct 13, 2025
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Which Indian batter became the first player in women’s ODIs to score 1,000 runs in a calendar year during the 2025 Women’s World Cup?
Smriti MandhanaSmriti Mandhana etched her name in cricketing history by becoming the first woman to score 1,000 runs in a calendar year in WODIs during India’s match against Australia on October 13, 2025. She surpassed Belinda Clark’s 1997 record of 970 runs. In the same match, she also crossed 5,000 career WODI runs, becoming the fifth woman and second Indian after Mithali Raj to achieve this. At 29, she is the youngest and fastest to reach 5,000 runs, doing so in just 112 innings. Her explosive 80 off 66 balls included nine fours and three sixes, showcasing her elegant yet aggressive batting style.