Showing questions for October 20, 2025
- Total: 27 questions
Question 1 Oct 20, 2025
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What did opposition parties in Maharashtra allege regarding electoral rolls ahead of local body elections?
Presence of nearly one crore fake votersOpposition parties in Maharashtra—including Shiv Sena (UBT), NCP(SP), Congress, and MNS—claimed that nearly one crore fake or bogus voter names had been added to the electoral rolls, especially in urban centers like Mumbai, Thane, Pune, and Nashik. Raj Thackeray specifically cited 96 lakh dubious entries. They accused the ruling BJP of manipulating voter lists to sway election outcomes. A joint rally was planned for November 1 to demand cleansing of the rolls, while the State Election Commission denied any tampering. The controversy has heightened political tensions ahead of crucial local elections.
Question 2 Oct 20, 2025
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What was discovered when the Banke Bihari temple treasury in Mathura was opened under court supervision?
Copper coins, brass utensils, and a golden stick with gulalThe Banke Bihari temple treasury, locked since 1971, was opened for the second consecutive day under Supreme Court supervision. A 12-member interim committee oversaw the inspection, which revealed minor religious and ceremonial items rather than vast wealth. These included copper coins, ordinary stones, brass utensils, and a golden stick smeared with gulal—likely used during Holi rituals. Despite public anticipation of hidden treasures, no significant valuables were found. Concerns were raised by observers about the lack of transparency in the process.
Question 3 Oct 20, 2025
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What are the primary demands of the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) in their talks with the Union Home Ministry?
Statehood and Sixth Schedule safeguards for LadakhThe Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) have been demanding full statehood for Ladakh and constitutional safeguards under the Sixth Schedule, which protects tribal rights and autonomy. These demands intensified after violent protests in Leh on September 24, which resulted in four deaths and numerous injuries. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, a key figure in the movement, was detained under the National Security Act. The Union Home Ministry has now invited three representatives each from LAB and KDA, along with Ladakh MP Mohd Haneefa Jan, for talks scheduled on October 22, 2025, signaling a potential breakthrough in the deadlock.
Question 4 Oct 20, 2025
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Where will Prime Minister Narendra Modi begin his Bihar election campaign on October 24, 2025?
SamastipurPrime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch his Bihar Assembly election campaign with a rally in Samastipur on October 24, 2025. He will visit Karpoori Gram—the birthplace of former Bihar CM and Bharat Ratna awardee Karpoori Thakur—to pay tributes before addressing the public. Later that same day, he will hold another rally in Begusarai. This marks the beginning of an intensive campaign schedule that includes multiple rallies across Bihar through early November. The BJP aims to retain power in alliance with JD(U) and other NDA partners in the upcoming two-phase elections.
Question 5 Oct 20, 2025
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Who is the current Chief Minister of Delhi as mentioned in the news report dated 20 October 2025?
Rekha GuptaThe news report published on 20 October 2025 by Pioneer News Service explicitly names Rekha Gupta as the Chief Minister of Delhi. She was seen inspecting Chhath Mahaparv preparations at Vasudev Ghat near Kashmiri Gate. During her visit, she emphasized improved cleanliness of the Yamuna and enhanced safety measures for devotees. The report also quotes her reaffirming the government’s commitment to the principle of ‘Virasat Bhi, Vikas Bhi’. This indicates her active role in overseeing civic and religious events in the capital.