Q.: In the Ramayana, which event is commemorated during Vijayadashmi?
a) The birth of Lord Rama
b) The coronation of Lord Rama
c) The defeat of Ravana by Lord Rama
d) The exile of Lord Rama
Answer
Answer: c) The defeat of Ravana by Lord Rama
Vijayadashmi, or Dussehra, was celebrated on October 12, 2024, marking the triumph of good over evil. The festival commemorates Lord Rama’s victory over the demon king Ravana in the Ramayana.
Q. Vijayadashmi is celebrated as the conclusion of which major festival in West Bengal?
a) Diwali
b) Holi
c) Durga Puja
d) Ganesh Chaturthi
Answer
Answer: c) Durga Puja
Goddess Durga’s defeat of Mahishasura, symbolizing the victory of righteousness (Dharma).
Q.: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) was recently upgraded to which status in October 2024?
a) Navratna
b) Maharatna
c) Miniratna
d) Public Sector Undertaking (PSU)
Answer
Answer: b) Maharatna
The government has approved the upgradation of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to the status of the 14th Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE).