Showing questions for October 16, 2025
- Total: 20 questions
Question 1 Oct 16, 2025
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Who recently passed away and was known for playing the role of Karna in the 1988 TV series 'Mahabharat'?
Pankaj DheerVeteran actor Pankaj Dheer, aged 68, passed away in Mumbai after a prolonged battle with cancer. He was widely recognized for his iconic portrayal of Karna in BR Chopra’s Mahabharat, which aired in 1988. Dheer also acted in films like Sadak, Soldier, and Baadshah, and played Raja Shiv Dutt in Chandrakanta. He founded Visage Studioz and the Abhinay Acting Academy, contributing significantly to Indian cinema and television. Tributes poured in from across the industry acknowledging his legacy.
Question 2 Oct 16, 2025
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What did Prime Minister Narendra Modi refer to as 'double Diwali' in the context of Bihar?
Celebration of Diwali on October 20 and NDA’s expected victory on November 14During a virtual address to party workers, PM Modi coined the term 'double Diwali' for Bihar, referring to the actual Diwali festival on October 20, 2025, and the anticipated victory of the NDA alliance in the Bihar Assembly elections, with results scheduled for November 14. He emphasized the crucial role of women voters in securing this victory. Modi also encouraged women to vote in groups and celebrate democracy. His remarks were part of a broader campaign strategy to energize the BJP’s grassroots network in Bihar.
Question 3 Oct 16, 2025
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How many seats is the Congress party reportedly aiming to contest in the Bihar Assembly elections as per recent negotiations?
61Amid internal conflicts and seat-sharing disputes, the Congress party in Bihar is negotiating to contest 61 out of the 243 Assembly seats. This is nine fewer than the 70 seats it contested in the 2020 elections. The reduction is intended to accommodate alliance partners within the opposition bloc, particularly the RJD. Party leaders met RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav to finalize this arrangement. The decision reflects strategic compromises to present a united front against the ruling NDA coalition.
Question 4 Oct 16, 2025
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On October 16, 2025, which location in Delhi recorded the highest Air Quality Index (AQI)?
Anand ViharAccording to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data cited in the Pioneer News Service report, Anand Vihar recorded the highest AQI at 345 on October 16, 2025, placing it in the 'very poor' air quality category. This was higher than other monitoring stations such as Wazirpur (325), Dwarka Sector 8 (314), and DU North Campus and CRRI Mathura Road (both at 307). The deteriorating air quality prompted the implementation of Stage 1 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in the Delhi-NCR region. High AQI levels like these pose significant health risks, especially to vulnerable populations including children and the elderly.
Question 5 Oct 16, 2025
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What stage of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) was implemented in Delhi-NCR on October 15, 2025?
GRAP-1The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) implemented Stage 1 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) on October 15, 2025, after Delhi’s AQI entered the 'poor' category (201–300 range). GRAP-1 mandates 27 preventive actions, including the use of anti-smog guns, water sprinkling, and dust suppression at construction sites. This measure is part of a broader strategy to mitigate worsening air pollution in the National Capital Region during the onset of winter. The decision followed forecasts from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and IITM predicting continued poor air quality. GRAP is a tiered emergency response system designed to combat air pollution based on real-time AQI levels.