#1

How many people perished in the October 8, 2005, Pakistan earthquake?

(a) 73,276

(b) 60,000

(c) 67,000

(d) 80,000

Explanation: The October 8, 2005, earthquake in Pakistan resulted in 73,276 deaths, according to official estimates. The disaster caused massive infrastructure damage and prompted international relief efforts.

#2

Where was the epicenter of the October 8, 2005, Pakistan earthquake, located 100 km north of Islamabad?

(a) Muzaffarabad

(b) Abbottabad

(c) Balakot

(d) Garhi Habib Ullah

Explanation: The epicenter of the October 8, 2005, earthquake was near Muzaffarabad in Azad Kashmir, about 100 km north of Islamabad. The region’s rugged terrain complicated rescue efforts.

#3

Which US legislation, passed in October 2001, expanded law enforcement's surveillance powers?

(a) The Freedom Act

(b) The Patriot Act

(c) The Espionage Act

(d) The Homeland Security Act

Explanation: The USA PATRIOT Act was passed rapidly after 9/11 to deter and punish terrorist acts, granting broad surveillance and investigative powers.

#4

Which G7 member has the presidency in 2026?

(a) France

(b) Germany

(c) United States

(d) Japan

Explanation: The G7 presidency rotates annually, and the United States is scheduled to hold it in 2026, following Canada’s 2025 presidency.

#5

Which OPEC+ dialogue in October 2024 involved the Gas Exporting Countries Forum?

(a) OPEC-GECF Energy Dialogue

(b) IEA-IEF-OPEC Workshop

(c) JMMC Meeting

(d) DoC Summit

Explanation: The Fifth OPEC-GECF Energy Dialogue on October 10, 2024, discussed energy market stability via videoconference.

#6

Which Hollywood actress, known for her unique style and role in 'Annie Hall', died in October 2025?

(a) Meryl Streep

(b) Diane Keaton

(c) Jane Fonda

(d) Goldie Hawn

Explanation: Diane Keaton, the Oscar-winning actress and fashion icon known for 'Annie Hall' and 'The Godfather', passed away on October 11, 2025, at the age of 79.

#7

Which 'Fawlty Towers' actress, known for playing Sybil Fawlty, died in October 2025?

(a) John Cleese

(b) Prunella Scales

(c) Connie Booth

(d) Maggie Smith

Explanation: Prunella Scales, best known for her role as Sybil Fawlty in the classic sitcom 'Fawlty Towers', died on October 27, 2025, at the age of 93.

#8

Which founding member of the rock band KISS died in October 2025?

(a) Gene Simmons

(b) Ace Frehley

(c) Paul Stanley

(d) Peter Criss

Explanation: Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and 'Spaceman' of the rock band KISS, died on October 16, 2025, at the age of 74.

#9

Which Moody Blues bassist and singer died in October 2025?

(a) Justin Hayward

(b) John Lodge

(c) Graeme Edge

(d) Ray Thomas

Explanation: John Lodge, the bassist and vocalist for the rock band The Moody Blues, passed away on October 10, 2025, at the age of 82.

#10

Which Ecuadorian singer known as 'The Great of Ecuador' passed away in October 2025?

(a) Julio Jaramillo

(b) Paulina Tamayo

(c) Mirella Cesa

(d) Juan Fernando Velasco

Explanation: Paulina Tamayo, a celebrated Ecuadorian singer known as 'The Great of Ecuador', died on October 21, 2025, leaving a significant musical legacy.

#11

Who was reappointed as the Attorney General of India in October 2025?

(a) KK Venugopal

(b) R. Venkataramani

(c) Mukul Rohatgi

(d) Harish Salve

Explanation: R. Venkataramani was reappointed as the Attorney General of India for a further term of two years in October 2025.

#12

Who was appointed as the President-Elect of FICCI for 2025-26 in October 2025?

(a) Sanjiv Mehta

(b) Anant Goenka

(c) Uday Kotak

(d) Subhrakant Panda

Explanation: Anant Goenka was appointed as the President-Elect of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) for the 2025-26 term.

#13

Who became the brand ambassador for 'Viksit Bharat Buildathon' in October 2025?

(a) Rakesh Sharma

(b) Shubhanshu Shukla

(c) Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair

(d) Ajit Doval

Explanation: Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India's first astronaut for the ISS mission, was named the brand ambassador of the Viksit Bharat Buildathon in October 2025.

#14

Which three countries will co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

(a) Spain, Portugal, Morocco

(b) USA, Canada, Mexico

(c) Brazil, Argentina, Chile

(d) Japan, South Korea, China

Explanation: The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

#15

Which Grand Slam tournament did Carlos Alcaraz aim to win in 2026 to complete his Career Grand Slam?

(a) Wimbledon

(b) US Open

(c) French Open

(d) Australian Open

Explanation: Having won the other three majors by the end of 2025, Carlos Alcaraz set his sights on winning the Australian Open in 2026 to complete his Career Grand Slam.

#16

Which city was announced as the host for the Laver Cup in 2026?

(a) Paris

(b) Madrid

(c) Stockholm

(d) Rome

Explanation: It was announced during the 2025 event that the Laver Cup would return to Europe in 2026, specifically to Paris.

#17

What is the host location for the 2026 Winter Olympics?

(a) Salt Lake City

(b) Milan-Cortina

(c) Nice-Alps

(d) Sapporo

Explanation: The 2026 Winter Games will be hosted jointly by Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo in Italy.

#18

Which new winter sport will debut at the 2026 Winter Olympics?

(a) Ski Mountaineering

(b) Telemark Skiing

(c) Winter Triathlon

(d) Synchronized Skating

Explanation: Ski Mountaineering (Skimo) has been approved as a new sport for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.

#19

What is the name of the female mascot for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics?

(a) Milo

(b) Tina

(c) Neve

(d) Gliz

Explanation: The mascots are two stoats named Tina (for Cortina, the Olympic mascot) and Milo (for Milan, the Paralympic mascot).

#20

In the Milan-Cortina 2026 Games, which sport will host its events in the Valtellina region?

(a) Ice Hockey

(b) Alpine Skiing (Men)

(c) Figure Skating

(d) Curling

Explanation: Men's Alpine Skiing will be held on the famous Stelvio slope in Bormio, which is in the Valtellina region.

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