The chemical process going on is oxidation process
KMnO4 is a robust oxidizing agent.
Vanadium is a transition component having 4 frequent oxidation kingdom
When KMnO4 to Vanadium at decreased oxidation state, it will oxidize Vanadium to its very best oxidation.
Therefore, the chemical process going on is oxidation process.
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