General Awareness

Organisations and Events Dates

1,912 Questions

Remembering the establishment years of major organizations and historical event dates is vital for competitive exams. This includes nationalization acts, budgets, and environmental laws. These questions will help you memorize important dates for your upcoming government test.

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Organisations and Events Dates Questions

Multiple choice general knowledge sports
  1. 1990

  2. 1992

  3. 1996

  4. 1991

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Thalapathi was released in 1991, directed by Mani Ratnam and starring Rajinikanth and Mammootty. It's loosely based on the Mahabharata character Karna. 1990 and 1992 are close but incorrect years.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. 1994

  2. 1992

  3. 1996

  4. 1995

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Baasha is a 1995 Indian Tamil-language action film directed by Suresh Krissna and starring Rajinikanth. It is one of Rajinikanth's most iconic films and became a major commercial success. The film's story follows an auto rickshaw driver who has a mysterious past as a don in Mumbai.

Multiple choice general knowledge sports
  1. 1962

  2. 1959

  3. 1982

  4. 1960

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Doordarshan, India's public service broadcaster, began its first experimental telecast in Delhi on September 15, 1959, with a small transmitter and a makeshift studio.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. 1982

  2. 1983

  3. 1984

  4. 1981

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Color TV was introduced in India in 1982, coinciding with the Asian Games held in New Delhi. Doordarshan began color broadcasts to cover the event, marking a significant milestone in Indian television history.

Multiple choice general knowledge sports
  1. 1978

  2. 1974

  3. 1998

  4. 1999

  5. 1972

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

India first demonstrated nuclear capability with Operation Smiling Buddha in 1974 at Pokhran. While tests were also conducted in 1998 (Operation Shakti), the question asks when India became a nuclear power, which was 1974.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. 2006 & 2003

  2. 2006 & 2004

  3. 2004 & 2006

  4. 2007 & 2004

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Dhoom was released in 2004, and its sequel Dhoom 2 followed in 2006. The films became a major Bollywood franchise known for their action sequences and heist themes.

Multiple choice general knowledge sports
  1. 20th January 2010

  2. 19th January 2010

  3. 18th January 2010

  4. 25th January 2010

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The IPL 2010 auction was held on January 19, 2010. This auction saw several high-profile players changing teams and was a significant event ahead of the third IPL season. The auction took place in Mumbai.

Multiple choice general knowledge sports
  1. 20th January 2010

  2. 19th January 2010

  3. 18th January 2010

  4. 25th January 2010

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The IPL 2010 auction was held on January 19, 2010. This auction saw several high-profile players changing teams and was a significant event ahead of the third IPL season. The auction took place in Mumbai.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. 1989

  2. 1965

  3. 1992

  4. 1981

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

J.R.D. Tata was awarded Bharat Ratna in 1992 for his extraordinary contributions to Indian industry, aviation, and nation-building. He founded Tata Airlines (later Air India) and led the Tata Group for decades.

Multiple choice general knowledge sports
  1. 1998

  2. 2000

  3. 1999

  4. 2001

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Virender Sehwag made his international debut in 1999, playing his first ODI against Pakistan. His aggressive opening batting style revolutionized modern cricket.