GK for LDCE – 14 Aug 2025 (Morning)
1. Largest River (by discharge volume) – Amazon River
Reason: Receives water from a vast basin and heavy rainfall throughout the year.
2. Longest Dam in India – Hirakud Dam (Odisha) – 25.8 km long
Reason: Built across Mahanadi River to control floods and generate hydroelectric power.
3. First Satellite of India – Aryabhata (1975)
Reason: Named after ancient Indian mathematician-astronomer; launched by Soviet Union.
4. Largest Railway Platform in the World – Hubballi Junction, Karnataka – 1,505 m
Reason: Designed to handle long trains and heavy passenger traffic efficiently.
5. First Woman IPS Officer of India – Kiran Bedi
Reason: Selected in 1972 batch; known for prison reforms and police administration work.
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