Dharmendra Pradhan is the Education Minister whose resignation is being demanded; he was not among those detained by the police. Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, and Akhilesh Yadav were all reported as being detained during the protests. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017219/we-wont-stop-indias-cockroach-movement-vows-to-protest-until-education-minister-resigns, 21 Jul 2026]
692
The protest movement in India gained significant momentum through which medium?
The Cockroach Janta Party movement successfully utilized social media platforms to gain millions of followers since its launch in May 2026. This digital mobilization was a key factor in the scale of the protests. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017219/we-wont-stop-indias-cockroach-movement-vows-to-protest-until-education-minister-resigns, 21 Jul 2026]
693
Consider the following statements about the security incident at Gracie Mansion:
1. The protest involved approximately 20 far-right demonstrators and 125 counter-protesters.
2. The New York Police Commissioner stated that the incident was linked to ongoing hostilities in Iran.
3. The suspect, Amir Balat, was observed throwing a device near a line of police officers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct regarding the number of participants. Statement 2 is incorrect because the Police Commissioner explicitly stated there was no indication the incident was related to hostilities in Iran. Statement 3 is correct as it describes the actions of the suspect. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1979791/new-york-police-probe-man-for-throwing-ignited-devices-near-anti-muslim-protest-in-front-of-mayor-mamdanis-house, 08 Mar 2026]
694
Which of the following Indian companies is among the three shortlisted bidders for the fifth-generation combat aircraft project?
Tata Advanced Systems is one of the three entities shortlisted by the Indian government to submit proposals for the indigenous development of stealth fighter jets. Reliance Defence and Mahindra Aerospace are not listed as part of this specific procurement initiative. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003481/india-seeks-proposals-for-5th-generation-combat-jets-ani, 27 May 2026]
695
Consider the following statements about the political situation in Indian-occupied Kashmir:
1. The region was divided into two federally controlled territories in 2019.
2. The central government has provided a fixed deadline for the restoration of statehood.
3. The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference has been vocal in demanding the restoration of statehood.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as the region was divided in 2019. Statement 2 is incorrect because the government has stated it will restore statehood at an 'appropriate time' but has not provided a specific deadline. Statement 3 is correct as the party led the protest for statehood. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017041/hundreds-protest-in-delhi-demanding-restoration-of-autonomy-for-occupied-kashmir, 20 Jul 2026]
696
Which political party is associated with the Chief Minister who led the July 20, 2026, protest in Delhi?
Omar Abdullah is a leader of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference. The BJP is the ruling party at the federal level that oversaw the 2019 reorganization. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017041/hundreds-protest-in-delhi-demanding-restoration-of-autonomy-for-occupied-kashmir, 20 Jul 2026]
697
What is the current authorized squadron strength requirement for the Indian Air Force?
The Indian Air Force has an approved strength of 42 squadrons. The current fleet has fallen below 30 squadrons, necessitating the new fifth-generation aircraft program to bridge the capability gap. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003481/india-seeks-proposals-for-5th-generation-combat-jets-ani, 27 May 2026]
698
Who led the protest in Delhi on July 20, 2026, to demand the restoration of statehood for Indian-occupied Kashmir?
Omar Abdullah, the Chief Minister of Indian-occupied Kashmir, led the protest in Delhi. Surinder Choudhary is the Deputy Chief Minister who also participated, but the protest was led by Abdullah. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017041/hundreds-protest-in-delhi-demanding-restoration-of-autonomy-for-occupied-kashmir, 20 Jul 2026]
699
Which foreign aircraft models have been pitched to India as potential fifth-generation options, which New Delhi has thus far declined?
The United States offered the F-35 and Russia offered the Su-57 to India. India has maintained a distance from both foreign offers in favor of developing its own indigenous platform. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003481/india-seeks-proposals-for-5th-generation-combat-jets-ani, 27 May 2026]
700
Who is the current Mayor of New York whose official residence was the site of the protest on March 8, 2026?
Zohran Mamdani is the Mayor of New York whose residence, Gracie Mansion, was the location of the protest. Eric Adams and Bill de Blasio are former mayors, making them incorrect. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1979791/new-york-police-probe-man-for-throwing-ignited-devices-near-anti-muslim-protest-in-front-of-mayor-mamdanis-house, 08 Mar 2026]
