Who was the first Chief of Defense Staff of India? [#677]

General Bipin Rawat, who died tragically in a helicopter crash on December 8, 2021, was India's first Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and longest-serving general.

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General Bipin Rawat, who died tragically in a helicopter crash on December 8, 2021, was India's first Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and longest-serving general.

Doyni-Polo is the primary religion of the Adi people, a major tribal group of Arunachal Pradesh, India. Doyi-Polo translates to 'Mother Sun' and 'Father Moon' and is a form of animism, where the sun and moon are revered as the supreme deities. It involves a complex system of rituals, beliefs, and a rich oral tradition. While other tribes in Arunachal Pradesh might have similar animistic beliefs, Doyi-Polo is specifically associated and central to the Adi. Tani-speaking peoples (Lhoba, Tagin, Galo, Nyishi, Nah, Apatani, Mishing, Adi) share a myth telling of their descendance from the progenitor Abotani.

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Doyni-Polo is the primary religion of the Adi people, a major tribal group of Arunachal Pradesh, India. Doyi-Polo translates to 'Mother Sun' and 'Father Moon' and is a form of animism, where the sun and moon are revered as the supreme deities. It involves a complex system of rituals, beliefs, and a rich oral tradition. While other tribes in Arunachal Pradesh might have similar animistic beliefs, Doyi-Polo is specifically associated and central to the Adi. Tani-speaking peoples (Lhoba, Tagin, Galo, Nyishi, Nah, Apatani, Mishing, Adi) share a myth telling of their descendance from the progenitor Abotani.

Banikanta Kakati, a renowned Assamese scholar, anthropologist, and writer, used the pen name 'Bhabananda Pathak' for some of his literary works.

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Banikanta Kakati, a renowned Assamese scholar, anthropologist, and writer, used the pen name 'Bhabananda Pathak' for some of his literary works.

Noadehing, Buridehing, Desang, Dikhow, Bhogdoi, Dhansiri (South), Kopilli, Kulsi, Krishnai, Dhdhnoi, Jinjiran are the main tributaries on the south bank of the river Brahmaputra. Subansiri, Ronganadi, Dikrong, Buroi, Borgong, Jiabharali, Dhansiri (North) Puthimari, Manas, Beki, Aie, Sonkosh are the main tributaries on the North

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Noadehing, Buridehing, Desang, Dikhow, Bhogdoi, Dhansiri (South), Kopilli, Kulsi, Krishnai, Dhdhnoi, Jinjiran are the main tributaries on the south bank of the river Brahmaputra. Subansiri, Ronganadi, Dikrong, Buroi, Borgong, Jiabharali, Dhansiri (North) Puthimari, Manas, Beki, Aie, Sonkosh are the main tributaries on the North

Chlorophyll

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Chlorophyll

Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam is the author of the book 'You Are Unique: Scale New Heights By Thoughts And Actions', a self-help book that focuses on personal growth and development.

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Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam is the author of the book 'You Are Unique: Scale New Heights By Thoughts And Actions', a self-help book that focuses on personal growth and development.

The blue whale is the largest mammal on Earth, with some individuals reaching lengths of up to 33 meters (108 feet) and weighing up to 180 metric tons (200 tons).

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The blue whale is the largest mammal on Earth, with some individuals reaching lengths of up to 33 meters (108 feet) and weighing up to 180 metric tons (200 tons).

Mandatory or compulsory. It refers to something that is required or demanded. Synonyms: Mandatory, Compulsory, Required, Indispensable, Essential, Necessary. Example Sentences: > It is obligatory to wear a uniform to school. > Attending the meeting is obligatory for all employees.

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Mandatory or compulsory. It refers to something that is required or demanded. Synonyms: Mandatory, Compulsory, Required, Indispensable, Essential, Necessary. Example Sentences: > It is obligatory to wear a uniform to school. > Attending the meeting is obligatory for all employees.

The first bank in Assam is The Gauhati Bank Ltd, which was incorporated on June 18, 1926.

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The first bank in Assam is The Gauhati Bank Ltd, which was incorporated on June 18, 1926.

to escape

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to escape

Rakesh Sharma
Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma, AC (born 13 January 1949) is a former Indian Air Force pilot who flew aboard Soyuz T-11 on 3 April 1984 as part of the Soviet Interkosmos programme. He is the only Indian citizen to travel in space, although there have been other astronauts of Indian origin who travelled to space, who were not Indian citizens. Another Air Force pilot, Ravish Malhotra, was placed on standby.

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Rakesh Sharma
Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma, AC (born 13 January 1949) is a former Indian Air Force pilot who flew aboard Soyuz T-11 on 3 April 1984 as part of the Soviet Interkosmos programme. He is the only Indian citizen to travel in space, although there have been other astronauts of Indian origin who travelled to space, who were not Indian citizens. Another Air Force pilot, Ravish Malhotra, was placed on standby.