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• Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun, followed by Venus.
• Called an inner planet because it orbits inside Earth’s orbit.
• Number of moons: 0 (Mercury has no natural satellites).
• Size: Smallest planet in the solar system.
• Nickname: Swift Planet, due to its fast orbit around the Sun (≈88 days per orbit).

Last verified on 17-03-2026

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• The Indian National Congress (INC) was formed on 28 December 1885 in Bombay (now Mumbai), British India.
• The first session was held at Gokuldas Tejpal Sanskrit College.
• Headquarters: New Delhi, India
• Founder: Allan Octavian Hume (with support from Indian leaders)
• First President: Womesh Chunder Bonnerjee
• Purpose: To represent Indian political interests and later lead the Indian independence movement.

Last verified on 11-07-2026

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• Moscow is the capital and largest city of Russia
• Founded in 1147

Additional information:

• Russia's currency is Ruble.
• Russia's official language is Russian.
• Russia located is in Continent Europe/ Asia.
• Russia's primary religion is Christianity.
• Russia Parliament called Duma & Federal Council.L

Last updated by NA on 09-09-2026

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To convert a percentage to decimal, divide by 100: 40 ÷ 100 = 0.4.

Last verified on 27-09-2026

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• Date: 1 May every year
• Origin: Labour Day began on 1 May 1886.
• Historical Event: It commemorates the Haymarket Affair in Chicago.
• Significance: Recognizes the rights and contributions of workers.
• 2026 Theme: “Ensuring a Healthy Psychosocial Working Environment.”

Last updated: NA on 26-09-2026

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• Vasco da Gama was a famous explorer and navigator from Portugal.

Additional information:

• Born: 1460, Sines, Portugal
• Died: 1524, Cochin, India
• Famous Achievement: First European to reach India by sea in 1498
• Significance: Opened direct maritime trade between Europe and Asia

Last verified on 15-01-2026

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Member Countries (8):

1. Afghanistan,
2. Bangladesh,
3. Bhutan,
4. India,
5. Maldives,
6. Nepal,
7. Pakistan,
8. Sri Lanka

SAARC: South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation

• Founded: 8 December 1985
• Headquarters: Kathmandu, Nepal
• Official Language: English
• Purpose: Promote regional cooperation, economic growth, and cultural exchange among South Asian nations

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• Prophet Muhammad ﷺ mentioned three signs of a hypocrite (Munafiq) in Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim.

These signs help identify someone whose faith does not match actions.

1. Lying – speaks falsehood even in ordinary matters
2. Breaking promises – does not keep commitments
3. Betraying trust – dishonest in trusts or responsibilities

Last verified on 19-03-2026

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• Injeel is the holy book revealed by Allah to Hazrat Isa (A.S).
• Meaning: “Good News”; also called Gospel (means Truth)
• It was revealed in Hebrew.

Additional information:

• Tawrat: Revealed to Hazrat Musa (A.S)
• Zabur: Revealed to Hazrat Dawud (A.S)
• Quran: Revealed to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)

Last verified on 14-03-2026

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• Date: 20 Ramadan, 8 AH
• Gregorian date: December 629 / January 11, 630 AD
• Leader: Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ)
• Place: Makkah (Saudi Arabia)
• Occasion: Victory of Muslims over Quraysh

Additional information:

• Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) entered Makkah on his favorite camel Al-Qaswa (القصواء).
• Usama Ibn Zaid (RA) was sitting behind him.
• On the way, Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) recited Surah Al-Fath (48th Surah of the Quran).

Last verified on 01-07-2026