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B
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Hum Log, India's first long-running television soap opera, was first shown on Doordarshan in 1984. This pioneering show marked the beginning of serialized television content in India and aired from 1984 to 1985. Options 1983, 1985, and 1986 are incorrect.
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Laxmikant Pyarelal
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Jatin Lalit
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Anand Milind
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A R Rehman
D
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The song 'Spirit of Unity' was composed by A.R. Rahman for Doordarshan as part of their unity-themed programming. This is the correct music director associated with this patriotic composition. Laxmikant-Pyarelal, Jatin-Lalit, and Anand-Milind were other prominent composers but not associated with this specific song.
B
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Byomkesh Bakshi, the detective television series based on Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay's character, was first aired on Doordarshan in 1993. This is the correct premiere year. The show was part of Doordarshan's programming in the early 1990s. Options 1992, 1994, and 1995 are incorrect.
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Malgudi Days, based on R.K. Narayan's works, was first shown on DD1 (Doordarshan's primary channel) in 1987. This is the correct year for the show's premiere. The series became a classic of Indian television and aired from 1987 onwards. Options 1988, 1989, and 1990 are incorrect.
C
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The TV serial Chandrakanta was indeed controversially pulled off air by Doordarshan in 1996. The fantasy serial faced criticism for its supernatural themes and content, leading to its removal during that year.
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arabesque
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articulate
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arduous
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ascend
B
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Articulate means to speak distinctly and clearly. The 'connect by joints' part refers to the anatomical meaning of articulate (joints connecting), which is the secondary meaning referenced in this definition.
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gossamer
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gourmand
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grandiloquent
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gregarious
C
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Grandiloquent precisely describes speech or writing that uses pompous, elevated, pretentious, or high-flown language to impress others. The 'grand' prefix suggests something showy and impressive.
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holster
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hubris
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hirsute
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heresy
D
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Heresy refers to a belief or opinion that goes against established or orthodox doctrines, particularly in religious contexts. It represents views that contradict what is generally accepted by the majority or authorities.
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incredulous
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imbroglio
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impervious
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inadvertent
B
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Imbroglio describes a complicated, confusing, and embarrassing situation - often involving interpersonal conflicts or misunderstandings. It captures both the complexity and the awkwardness of difficult predicaments.
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jabber
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jagged
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jocular
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jibe
C
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Jocular means meant as a joke or characterized by joking - describing speech, manner, or behavior that is humorous or playful rather than serious. It relates to being good-humored or jesting.