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Malgudi Days television series was produced in 1986 and first aired in 1987. The series was based on R.K. Narayan's works and became a classic of Indian television. 1985 would be too early, while 1987-1988 are close but not the actual production year.

Malgudi Days television series was produced in 1986 and first aired in 1987. This appears to be a duplicate question. The series was based on R.K. Narayan's works and became a classic of Indian television. 1985 would be too early, while 1987-1988 are close but not the actual production year.

Sourav Ganguly was appointed captain of the Indian cricket team in 2000, taking over from Sachin Tendulkar. He went on to become one of India's most successful captains, leading the team to significant victories including the 2002 NatWest Series and building a strong team.

Govinda was born on December 21, 1963. This is a well-documented biographical fact about the popular Bollywood actor known for his comic timing and dance style. The other dates (March 1960, September 1983, July 1965) are incorrect.

The Bharat Ratna was instituted in 1952, two years after India became a republic. The first recipients were announced in 1954. The award was briefly suspended from 1977-1980 and 1992-2016.

Kamal Haasan received the FICCI Living Legend award in 2009, recognizing his outstanding contribution to Indian cinema over several decades. This prestigious honor acknowledged his status as an iconic figure in the film industry.

Kamal Haasan was awarded the FICCI Living Legend award in 2009. Option D is correct.

Sania Mirza began her professional tennis career in 2003, playing her first WTA tournament that year. She later went on to become India's most successful female tennis player, winning multiple Grand Slam titles in doubles.

Dhanraj Pillai made his international debut for India in 1989. He is widely regarded as one of India's greatest hockey players and captained the national team for many years.

Bangladesh was created in 1971 after the Bangladesh Liberation War, when East Pakistan seceded from West Pakistan. The war culminated in December 1971 with Indian intervention and Pakistani surrender. 1970, 1972, and 1973 are incorrect - the political movement began in 1970, and independence was formally recognized in 1972.

The Kargil War was fought between India and Pakistan in May-July 1999. It was a limited conflict centered around the Kargil district of Kashmir, triggered by Pakistani infiltration of Indian positions on the Line of Control.

Bahrain gained independence from British protection in 1971 after being a UK protectorate since the 19th century. This followed growing nationalist movements and negotiations with the British government. The other options (1972-1974) are incorrect as independence was specifically achieved in 1971.

Bangladesh gained independence from Pakistan in 1971 after the Bangladesh Liberation War. This followed years of political and cultural repression by West Pakistan, culminating in a 9-month war with Indian support. Options 1972-1974 are after the actual independence date.

The city of Madras was officially renamed Chennai in 1996. This change was part of a broader movement to restore traditional Tamil names to cities in Tamil Nadu, reflecting the region's cultural heritage and Dravidian identity. The renaming took effect on July 17, 1996.

Ahmednagar district came into existence on May 1, 1960, when Maharashtra state was formed from bilingual Bombay State. It was one of the original 26 districts of the new state.