Narendra Modi Establishes Record as India's Longest Continuously Serving Prime Minister
By achieving this record, PM Modi surpassed the previous uninterrupted tenure of 4,398 days held by India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, who served continuously from May 13, 1952, to May 27, 1964.
PM Modi has reached several historic milestones during his tenure, including being the first PM born after India's independence and the first non-Congress PM to complete three consecutive terms.
For exam clarity, while Jawaharlal Nehru holds the absolute longest overall tenure of 6,131 days (which includes his pre-1952 interim government term), PM Modi holds the longest uninterrupted, elected tenure.
Key Facts / Static GK
First Prime Minister of India: Jawaharlal Nehru (overall tenure: 6,131 days)
Indira Gandhi continuous tenure: 4,077 days (1966-1977)
Q Practice Quiz — 11 June 2026
1. Who holds the record for the longest overall tenure (including interim governments) as the Prime Minister of India?
Explanation: Jawaharlal Nehru holds the absolute record for the longest overall tenure of 6,131 days as Prime Minister, although Narendra Modi has surpassed his record for the longest continuous, uninterrupted tenure in office.
2. In June 2026, which Indian entity secured a 10-year marine services contract worth USD 70 million, marking its entry into South America?
Explanation: Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) secured the 10-year contract worth USD 70 million for Argentina's first LNG export project, marking its entry into South America.
3. Which city has been integrated as the first 'spoke' city under India's newly introduced 'Easy Connect' aviation model?
Explanation: Varanasi is the first spoke city under the 'Easy Connect' model, allowing international passengers to complete immigration and baggage formalities locally before transiting through hubs like Delhi.
4. According to the SIPRI Yearbook 2026, which country was the world's largest military spender in 2025 with an expenditure of USD 954 billion?
Explanation: The United States was the world's largest military spender in 2025, spending USD 954 billion, according to the SIPRI Yearbook 2026.
5. The President of India recently approved the merger of REC Limited with which Maharatna PSU?
Explanation: The President has approved the merger of REC Ltd with its parent organization, the Power Finance Corporation (PFC).
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