Showing questions for January 11, 2026
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Question 11 Jan 11, 2026
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Which Indian political leader recently intensified calls for wealth redistribution under the principle of ‘jitni abadi, utna haq’?
Rahul GandhiRahul Gandhi has prominently advocated for wealth redistribution as a central plank of the Indian National Congress’s response to rising inequality. His framing ties economic justice to demographic representation through the slogan ‘jitni abadi, utna haq’ (rights proportional to population), often linking it with demands for a caste census. Critics argue this approach mirrors early-stage populist rhetoric seen in leaders like Hugo Chávez, potentially shifting focus from productivity and growth to identity-based entitlements. The debate has sparked nationwide political discourse on the balance between equity and economic efficiency. The article warns that such policies, if not carefully designed, risk undermining institutional integrity and long-term prosperity.
Question 12 Jan 11, 2026
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What historic slogan did Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri coin during the 1965 India-Pakistan war?
Jai Jawan, Jai KisanDuring the 1965 Indo-Pak war, amid food shortages and national insecurity, Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri introduced the iconic slogan ‘Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan’ to unify the nation. It emphasized the dual pillars of national strength: the soldier defending borders and the farmer ensuring food security. The slogan was more than rhetorical—it reflected Shastri’s policy focus on agricultural self-reliance and military resilience. His leadership during this period combined moral authority with practical governance, urging citizens to voluntarily skip meals to share national burdens. This phrase became a defining symbol of India’s post-independence ethos of collective sacrifice and dignity of labor.
Question 13 Jan 11, 2026
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On what date did Lal Bahadur Shastri pass away, shortly after signing the Tashkent Declaration?
January 11, 1966Lal Bahadur Shastri died on January 11, 1966, just one day after signing the Tashkent Declaration with Pakistan’s President Ayub Khan to end the 1965 war. His sudden death, officially attributed to a heart attack, occurred in Tashkent (now in Uzbekistan) and has since been the subject of public speculation and conspiracy theories. Despite the brevity of his tenure as Prime Minister (1964–1966), his legacy endured due to his humility, moral clarity, and decisive leadership during crises. He was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian honor, later that year. His cremation site in Delhi is known as Vijay Ghat.
Question 14 Jan 11, 2026
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Which of the following best describes the core warning in the article regarding wealth redistribution policies?
Redistribution without wealth creation leads to economic collapseThe article cautions that redistributing existing revenue—rather than generating new wealth through productivity, innovation, and strong institutions—can lead to economic disaster, as seen in Venezuela. It emphasizes that successful welfare states like Germany and Japan redistribute surpluses generated from robust economies, not the revenue base itself. When governments prioritize identity-based entitlements over growth-oriented policies, they risk eroding entrepreneurship, distorting markets, and weakening institutions. The piece draws parallels between current Indian political proposals and the early stages of Chávez’s populism. The central message is that sustainable equity requires first creating wealth, not merely dividing what exists.
Question 15 Jan 11, 2026
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According to the book 'Under the Scalpel', what major issue is highlighted regarding postgraduate medical education in India?
Over 1 lakh graduates compete for only 74,000 PG seats, with half in expensive private collegesThe book underscores a severe bottleneck in postgraduate medical education where more than 100,000 MBBS graduates annually vie for just 74,000 PG seats. Nearly 50% of these seats are in private institutions that charge up to ₹1 crore for popular specialties, making them inaccessible to middle- and lower-income students. This financial barrier turns career advancement into a 'ransom demand,' forcing many into migration, career shifts, or unemployment. The scarcity also contributes to vacant specialist posts in district hospitals due to inadequate super-specialty training opportunities. Such systemic gaps threaten equitable healthcare delivery across India.