Govt. Exams
Entrance Exams
Abhinav Bindra won India's first individual Olympic gold medal in shooting (10m air rifle) at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
Jannik Sinner won the Australian Open 2024 men's singles title, defeating Daniil Medvedev in the final.
India hosted the first Asian Games in Delhi in 1951. This was the inaugural edition of the Asian Games, also known as Asiad.
# International Cricket Runs Milestone Achievement
This question tests knowledge of cricket history and individual player records across all international formats (Tests, ODIs, and T20Is).
Step 1: Understanding International Cricket Formats
International cricket consists of three main formats: Test cricket, One Day Internationals (ODIs), and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). Players accumulate runs across all these formats throughout their careers.
Step 2: Identifying Sachin Tendulkar's Historic Achievement
Sachin Tendulkar, the legendary Indian cricketer who retired in 2013, accumulated an unparalleled total of 51,288 international runs across all three formats. He was the first player in cricket history to cross the 50,000-run milestone, a record that stands as a testament to his consistency and longevity in international cricket over 24 years.
The correct answer is (B) Sachin Tendulkar, who became the first cricketer ever to score 50,000+ international runs across all formats.
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw founded Biocon Limited in 1978 and has been instrumental in making it a global biopharmaceutical company. She became India's first self-made woman billionaire according to Forbes.
This question tests knowledge of recent international sporting events and their host cities.
Step 1: Identify the Event
The 2023 World Athletics Championships was a major international track and field competition held in a European capital city during the summer athletics season.
Step 2: Recall the Host City
Budapest, Hungary hosted the 2023 World Athletics Championships, where Neeraj Chopra won India's gold medal in the men's javelin throw event, continuing his exceptional performance on the world stage.
Final Answer: (A) Budapest, Hungary
Sanjay Malhotra took office as the 26th Governor of RBI on December 12, 2023, succeeding Shaktikanta Das who completed his term.
# Wrestling Medal Winner at Paris Olympics 2024
India achieved notable success in wrestling at the Paris Olympics 2024, with athletes competing across multiple weight categories.
Step 1: Identifying Indian Wrestling Medalists
Aman Sehrawat was India's wrestling medal winner at Paris Olympics 2024, securing a bronze medal in the 57 kg freestyle category. He defeated Puerto Rico's Daton Fix in the bronze medal match with a dominant performance.
Step 2: Understanding the Other Candidates
While Vinesh Phogat also competed for India in wrestling (50 kg category), she faced disqualification due to weight issues before her final match. Rani Rampal and Sakshi Malik, though accomplished Indian wrestlers, did not compete in Paris 2024.
Final Answer: (A) Aman Sehrawat won the medal in wrestling for India at Paris Olympics 2024.
General Anil Chauhan was appointed as the Chief of Defence Staff in September 2024, succeeding General Bipin Rawat.
# First Prime Minister of Independent India
India's independence on August 15, 1947, marked the beginning of a new nation that required strong leadership to establish its democratic foundations and governance structures.
Step 1: Understanding India's Independence Timeline
India gained independence from British rule on August 15, 1947, following the Indian Independence Act of 1947. The country needed to form its government and select a Prime Minister to lead the newly independent nation.
Step 2: Identifying the First Prime Minister
Jawaharlal Nehru was chosen as the first Prime Minister of independent India and served in this position from August 15, 1947, to May 27, 1964. He was a freedom fighter, close associate of Mahatma Gandhi, and played a crucial role in India's independence movement and early nation-building.
The answer is (A) Jawaharlal Nehru.
