Showing questions for November 14, 2025
- Total: 21 questions
Question 16 Nov 14, 2025
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What unusual gender-based voting trend was observed in the 2025 Bihar elections?
Women's voter turnout exceeded men's in most districtsIn a historic development during the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, women voters significantly outnumbered male voters across most districts. The Election Commission reported that women’s turnout stood at 71.78%, compared to 62.98% for men—a reversal of traditional patterns. In seven districts, the gap exceeded 14 percentage points, with Supaul recording the largest difference at over 20%. Only Patna saw higher male turnout. This trend indicates growing political awareness and participation among women in Bihar, challenging long-standing gender disparities in electoral engagement.
Question 17 Nov 14, 2025
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What action did the high-level commission in Nepal take against former Inspector General of Police Chandra Kuber Khapung on November 14, 2025?
Imposed a travel restriction prohibiting him from leaving the Kathmandu Valley without permissionOn November 14, 2025, a high-level commission in Nepal, led by Gauri Bahadur Karki, imposed restrictions on former IGP Chandra Kuber Khapung due to his potential involvement in the investigation of the September 8–9 Gen Z protests. These protests led to significant political upheaval and the deaths of 22 youths. The commission stated that Khapung might be required to appear before it at any time, hence the ban on foreign travel and movement outside Kathmandu Valley without prior approval. This move aligns with similar restrictions already placed on former PM K P Sharma Oli and ex-Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak. The commission is investigating allegations of excessive force and misconduct during the protests.
Question 18 Nov 14, 2025
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Which Southeast Asian country evacuated about 250 families from Prey Chan village following a fatal border shooting incident with Thailand?
CambodiaOn November 13, 2025, a Cambodian villager named Dy Nai was killed in a border shooting incident with Thailand, prompting Cambodian authorities to evacuate approximately 250 families from Prey Chan village in Banteay Meanchey province. This escalation followed a landmine explosion two days earlier that injured a Thai soldier, which Thailand blamed on Cambodia. The incident reignited tensions despite a recent ceasefire brokered partly by former U.S. President Donald Trump. The evacuation was carried out as a precaution, with families relocated to a Buddhist temple 30 km from the border. ASEAN observers are monitoring the situation amid stalled implementation of the truce terms.
Question 19 Nov 14, 2025
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Which iconic Indian restaurant in London is facing the threat of losing its location on Regent Street due to a lease dispute?
VeeraswamyVeeraswamy, one of London’s oldest Indian restaurants established in April 1926 and located in Victory House on Regent Street, is under threat of displacement due to a lease extension dispute with the Crown Estate. On November 14, 2025, renowned chefs including Cyrus Todiwala, Raymond Blanc, and Michel Roux signed an open letter in ‘The Times’ urging the Crown Estate to act responsibly and preserve this culinary landmark. The restaurant holds a Michelin star and is celebrated for its historical and cultural significance in the UK’s dining scene. The appeal highlights broader concerns about the loss of heritage spaces in central London amid commercial pressures. The outcome of the lease negotiations remains uncertain.
Question 20 Nov 14, 2025
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Who has been declared a fugitive and is being tried in absentia by the International Crimes Tribunal in Bangladesh along with Sheikh Hasina?
Asaduzzaman Khan KamalAsaduzzaman Khan Kamal, former Home Minister of Bangladesh under Sheikh Hasina’s government, has been declared a fugitive by the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT-BD) and is being tried in absentia for alleged crimes against humanity during the July Uprising of 2024. The tribunal, which concluded hearings on October 23, 2025, after 28 working days, accused both Hasina and Kamal of orchestrating violent crackdowns that resulted in up to 1,400 deaths according to a UN report. While former IGP Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun appeared before the court and became a state witness, Kamal, like Hasina, reportedly fled to India. The tribunal has set November 17, 2025, for the verdict, and the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus has sought their extradition.