Words of Wisdom
“In a day, when you don’t come
across any problems, you can be sure
that you are travelling in a wrong
path“
-Swami Vivekananda
Teasers
Teaser
X Express is a chain of express trains on the Indian Railways network.
These trains were announced in the Railway Budget of 2011-12 by the
then Railway Minister. These trains were started to commemorate the
150th birth anniversary of Y, held in 2013. One of the X Express
trains, the one from Dibrugarh to Kanyakumari, is the longest route on
the Indian Railways network, in terms of distance and time, and is
currently the 24th longest in the world.
X express also holds another place in the history of indian railways, as
being the last train to halt its services, when the entire indian railway
passenger services came to standstill following the COVID-19 pandemic
and the subsequent national wide lockdown in March 2020.
ID X and Y
Answer
X : Vivek Express
Y : Swami Vivekananda
Teaser
While going to Bangalore, X had a night halt at Besant Theosophical
College, Madanapalle. It was the night when Dr Cousins hosted a fun
singing session at the college. Dr Cousins mentioned the gathering in
his autobiography as :
X came up with something like a giving a list of ________; and a list of
the customs. The refrain to the first made us pick up our ears. The
refrain to the second made us clear our throats. We asked for it again
and again, and he kept on repeating a word and before long we were
singing it with gusto : Victory !
ID X and song.
Answer
Rabindranath Tagore
National Anthem (Jana Gana Mana)
Let’s Get started
Rules
• There are 20 questions in the set.
• Each question carries ten points and there are no negs. So feel free
to guess.
• Part points will be given wherever applicable.
• Mention your Team Name, Members’ Names, Contact Number of
one of the team member on the A4 Paper given and start writing
your answers.
• Star marked questions 5,10,15,20 are tie-breakers.
• Quiz Master’s judgement is absolute.
• Follow Swami vivekananda’s footsteps, be honest and don’t google.
Question 1
This emblem includes wavy waters representing effects of past actions,
lotus representing devotion, rising sun representing minds getting
enlightened, serpent representing yoga and swan representing
supreme soul. Thus, the emblems indicates that through our actions,
devotion, minds, yoga, the existence of supreme soul can be felt.
Which emblem are we talking about relating with the theme of the
quiz?
Question 2
X is a programme introduced by Indian government as an integral part
of the Swatantrata Center,which is think-tank based in India which
focuses on ideas and policies that cause human flourishing, foundation
for democratic reforms.
X would be a debate between the best debaters, policymakers, and
opinion-makers. The platform is meant to inspire the youth to express
their views in an organized way.
ID X
Question 3
Swami Vivekananda, stated that the X may be old but it was mostly
unknown in Indian history till the early 8th century when Adi Shankara
made it famous by writing his much-followed commentary on it.
Ramakrishna, the master of Swami Vivekananda, used to say that one
could understand the essential meaning of X by repeating the word
several times, and when it is done, one finds (her/him)self uttering the
word Y. The word “Y” means “renounce” or “one who renounces
everything for God.” Ramakrishna told, X teaches us to become
unselfish and Y.
Identify X and Y.
Question 4
X, formerly known as Kingsway, was officially renamed to Y in
September 2022. Y is a ceremonial boulevard in Delhi. X is simply the
Hindi equivalent of the former name of the boulevard. This is done
under the ongoing Central Vista Redevelopment Project which includes
several new sustainability features.
Renaming indicates that the path is not meant for those who rule but
to those who perform their duty for the nation.
ID X and Y.
Question 5*
Nobel Laureate Romain Rolland in praise of Vivekananda said, "He was
energy personified, and action was his message to men. For him, as
________(X), it was the root of all the virtues".
For X, a personality from 18th century whom Rolland idealised, he said,
"To my western readers", "won my regard because with incomparable
charm and power, realised this splendid symphony of Universal soul".
Again referring to Vivekananda, he said, "His words are great music,
phrases in the style of X, stirring rhythms like the march of Handel
choruses".
Who is X?
Question 6
X features a splendid fusion of Islamic, Mughal, and Rajput architectural
styles. Its domed canopies, floral patterns and fluted pillars, all reflect
the rich Rajput style. Complementing these elements is the filigree work
which draw influence from the Islamic style of architecture.
When Purdah system was strictly followed and Royal women weren’t
allowed to show their face to strangers or even appear in public. X in
Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh's kingdom enabled them to get a glimpse
of the day-to-day activities and festivities happening on the street
below without appearing in public.
ID X
Question 7
What is being explained in the image?
Question 8
2017 January witnessed one of the most influential protests in this
southern Indian State. It was the first protest that saw youth
participation in majority which accelerated further involvement of them
for problems pertaining to their cultural identity or their state's
socio-economical concerns. Over 250000 people on average gathered
daily for a week in __ beach in an agitation which spread rapidly and
gained more protest sites. This youth participation in a non-violent
manner helped gain global attention for this movement through social
media after which it became a success.
ID the movement.
Question 9
X originated around the 15th century from a Sanskrit word meaning
uterus and it celebrates fertility and honour womanhood.
This dance form marks a girl's first menstrual cycle and later, her
imminent marriage. The performers circle around an image of the
goddess or around a symbolic representation of her creative
energy—often an illuminated clay pot or a water-filled vessel.
ID the dance form.
Question 10*
X is an spiritual Asian art which is geometrical design that holds a great
deal of symbolism in Hindu and Buddhist cultures. The art is believed to
represent different aspects of the universe and are used as instruments
of meditation on and symbols of prayer.
This art is extensively used in Y which is used by many people these
days to protect the individuals sleep.
ID X,Y
Question 11
Connect the following exhaustive list :
• Anil Ambani
• Baba Ramdev
• Kamal Hassan
• Mridula Sinha
• Sachin Tendulkar
• Salman Khan
• Shashi Tharoor
• Priyanka Chopra
• Entire team of Tarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah
Question 12
The logo bears a X and the message of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’.
While unveiling the logo, the authority mentioned the following:
The world is going through the after-effects of a disruptive
once-in-a-century pandemic, conflicts and lot of economic uncertainty.
The symbol of the X in the ___ logo is a representation of hope in these
times. No matter how adverse the circumstances, the X still blooms.
This ___ logo is not just a symbol, it is a message, an emotion running
through our veins. It is a resolve, which is now being included in our
thoughts.
What logo is this?
Question 13
The omission of X has been particularly widely discussed, including in
public statements by various members of the Nobel Committee. The
committee has confirmed that he was nominated several times. Geir
Lundestad, Secretary of Norwegian Nobel Committee said, "The
greatest omission in our 106-year history is undoubtedly that X never
received the Nobel Prize. He could do without the Nobel prize, whether
Nobel committee can do without him is the question". Later, when
_______ was awarded in 1989, the chairman of the committee said
that this was "in part a tribute to the memory of X".
ID X.
Question 14
Jodhpur is one of the most beautiful cities of Rajasthan. It is also widely
known as X because of one significant feature of Jodhpur that it has __
houses.
There are few people in Jodhpur who strongly believe that the __
enables to prevent the houses from termites. Because earlier, termites
caused harm to numerous historic buildings and structures in the city.
It was observed that adding a copper solution to the _______ helped
to repel termites. It also helped in delivering a soothing and calming
effect. Also, during the high-intensity heat in Rajasthan, the ___ helps
keep the houses cool during summers. People residing in this city
believe that the _____ is an excellent reflector of sun rays that can
ultimately go up to 40 degrees during peak summers. So, the _____
keeps houses cool during the summer months by reflecting sun rays.
ID X
Question 15*
Construction of Mariinsky Palace was started in 18th century and
remained as the main residence of governors-general. However, the
palace was burned down in a series of fire and was in total disrepair
and abandoned for almost a half century. Although after restoring after
WWII, this palace came into limelight again due to recent pop culture
entity featuring it.
Which pop culture entity are we talking about ?
Question 16
X used ancient Sanskrit terminology in his descriptions of natural
phenomena. He described the universe as a kinetic system filled with
energy which could be harnessed at any location. His concepts during
the following years were greatly influenced by the teachings of Swami
Vivekananda. After meeting the Swami and after continued study of
the Eastern view of the mechanisms driving the material world, X
began using the Sanskrit words Akasha, Prana,and the concept of
_________ to describe the source, existence and construction of
matter. In 1891, X has patented his famous invention which was basis
for non-contact transmission.
Identify X.
Question 17
This is a picture
captured in mid 1900s
showing person
climbing a pole to
watch ______ in
silence at banks of
Yamuna River in Delhi.
FITB
Question 18
Though X has nothing to do with ancient Indian customs or traditions,
its logo have been designed based on chakra theory. According to yoga,
one’s body has seven chakras which serve as hotspots of energy and
harnessing them can give ultimate energy to do any task. The
administration included 3 out of 7 in the logo namely, mind for
perceptivity and research, heart for creativity and development and
body for qualitative productivity, The committee designed them such
that three are in continuum to each other.
ID X
Question 19
Researchers at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), California,
which works on interplanetary travel, discovered the new bacterium on
filters installed on the ISS.
They named it Solibacillus X to honour Y who was an aerospace
scientist. Y had his early training at NASA in 1963 before he set up
India’s first rocket-launching facility in Kerala.
Kasthuri Venkateswaran, a senior research scientist at the
Biotechnology and Planetary Protection Group at JPL explained that the
Solibacillus X has not yet been found on Earth, it is really not an
extraterrestrial lifeform, either.
ID X and Y
Question 20*
According to the legend, demon Banasura was granted boon from lord
brahma that he wouldn’t be killed by anyone except a virgin girl.
Around the same time an avatar of goddess parvati was born as
devotee of lord shiva. Pleased with her devotion, Lord shiva decided to
marry her. But Sage Narada interrupted the ceremony so the
goddess,being virgin, can kill the demon. Frustrated with this
interruption, goddess threw all the uncooked and unused rice and
grains that were meant for the feast into the ocean. As time went by
the rice and grains turned and stood as massive stones.
It is said that X believed the stones to be holy and meditated on them
for three days thus they got its name after X.
ID the place.
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Answers
Question 1
This emblem includes wavy waters representing effects of past actions,
lotus representing devotion, rising sun representing minds getting
enlightened, serpent representing yoga and swan representing
supreme soul. Thus, the emblems indicates that through our actions,
devotion, minds, yoga, the existence of supreme soul can be felt.
Which emblem are we talking about relating with the theme of the
quiz?
Answer
Ramakrishna Mission
Question 2
X is a programme introduced by Indian government as an integral part
of the Swatantrata Center,which is think-tank based in India which
focuses on ideas and policies that cause human flourishing, foundation
for democratic reforms.
X would be a debate between the best debaters, policymakers, and
opinion-makers. The platform is meant to inspire the youth to express
their views in an organized way.
ID X
Answer
Youth Parliament
Question 3
Swami Vivekananda, stated that the X may be old but it was mostly
unknown in Indian history till the early 8th century when Adi Shankara
made it famous by writing his much-followed commentary on it.
Ramakrishna, the master of Swami Vivekananda, used to say that one
could understand the essential meaning of X by repeating the word
several times, and when it is done, one finds (her/him)self uttering the
word Y. The word “Y” means “renounce” or “one who renounces
everything for God.” Ramakrishna told, X teaches us to become
unselfish and Y.
Identify X and Y.
Answer
X - Gita
Y - ta-Gi/Tyagi
Question 4
X, formerly known as Kingsway, was officially renamed to Y in
September 2022. Y is a ceremonial boulevard in Delhi. X is simply the
Hindi equivalent of the former name of the boulevard. This is done
under the ongoing Central Vista Redevelopment Project which includes
several new sustainability features.
Renaming indicates that the path is not meant for those who rule but
to those who perform their duty for the nation.
ID X and Y.
Answer
X: Rajpath
Y: Kartavya Path
Question 5*
Nobel Laureate Romain Rolland in praise of Vivekananda said, "He was
energy personified, and action was his message to men. For him, as
________(X), it was the root of all the virtues".
For X, a personality from 18th century whom Rolland idealised, he said,
"To my western readers", "won my regard because with incomparable
charm and power, realised this splendid symphony of Universal soul".
Again referring to Vivekananda, he said, "His words are great music,
phrases in the style of X, stirring rhythms like the march of Handel
choruses".
Who is X?
Answer
Beethoven
Question 6
X features a splendid fusion of Islamic, Mughal, and Rajput architectural
styles. Its domed canopies, floral patterns and fluted pillars, all reflect
the rich Rajput style. Complementing these elements is the filigree work
which draw influence from the Islamic style of architecture.
When Purdah system was strictly followed and Royal women weren’t
allowed to show their face to strangers or even appear in public. X in
Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh's kingdom enabled them to get a glimpse
of the day-to-day activities and festivities happening on the street
below without appearing in public.
ID X
Answer
Hawa Mahal
Question 7
What is being explained in the image?
Answer
Plastic surgery/nose job procedure
mentioned in sustrutha samitha
Question 8
2017 January witnessed one of the most influential protests in this
southern Indian State. It was the first protest that saw youth
participation in majority which accelerated further involvement of them
for problems pertaining to their cultural identity or their state's
socio-economical concerns. Over 250000 people on average gathered
daily for a week in __ beach in an agitation which spread rapidly and
gained more protest sites. This youth participation in a non-violent
manner helped gain global attention for this movement through social
media after which it became a success.
ID the movement.
Answer
Jallikattu movement
Question 9
X originated around the 15th century from a Sanskrit word meaning
uterus and it celebrates fertility and honour womanhood.
This dance form marks a girl's first menstrual cycle and later, her
imminent marriage. The performers circle around an image of the
goddess or around a symbolic representation of her creative
energy—often an illuminated clay pot or a water-filled vessel.
ID the dance form.
Answer
Garba
Question 10*
X is an spiritual Asian art which is geometrical design that holds a great
deal of symbolism in Hindu and Buddhist cultures. The art is believed to
represent different aspects of the universe and are used as instruments
of meditation and symbols of prayer.
This art is extensively used in Y which is used by many people these
days to protect the individuals sleep.
ID X,Y
Answer
X: Mandala
Y: Dream Catchers
Question 11
Connect the following exhaustive list :
• Anil Ambani
• Baba Ramdev
• Kamal Hassan
• Mridula Sinha
• Sachin Tendulkar
• Salman Khan
• Shashi Tharoor
• Priyanka Chopra
• Entire team of Tarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah
Answer
Personalities nominated by Narendra Modi for promoting Swachh
Bharat Abhiyan.
Question 12
The logo bears a X and the message of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’.
While unveiling the logo, the authority mentioned the following:
The world is going through the after-effects of a disruptive
once-in-a-century pandemic, conflicts and lot of economic uncertainty.
The symbol of the X in the ___ logo is a representation of hope in these
times. No matter how adverse the circumstances, the X still blooms.
This ___ logo is not just a symbol, it is a message, an emotion running
through our veins. It is a resolve, which is now being included in our
thoughts.
What logo is this?
Answer
G20 Summit
Question 13
The omission of X has been particularly widely discussed, including in
public statements by various members of the Nobel Committee. The
committee has confirmed that he was nominated several times. Geir
Lundestad, Secretary of Norwegian Nobel Committee said, "The
greatest omission in our 106-year history is undoubtedly that X never
received the Nobel Prize. He could do without the Nobel prize, whether
Nobel committee can do without him is the question". Later, when
_______ was awarded in 1989, the chairman of the committee said
that this was "in part a tribute to the memory of X".
ID X.
Answer
Mahatma Gandhi
Question 14
Jodhpur is one of the most beautiful cities of Rajasthan. It is also widely
known as X because of one significant feature of Jodhpur that it has __
houses.
There are few people in Jodhpur who strongly believe that the __
enables to prevent the houses from termites. Because earlier, termites
caused harm to numerous historic buildings and structures in the city.
It was observed that adding a copper solution to the _______ helped
to repel termites. It also helped in delivering a soothing and calming
effect. Also, during the high-intensity heat in Rajasthan, the ___ helps
keep the houses cool during summers. People residing in this city
believe that the _____ is an excellent reflector of sun rays that can
ultimately go up to 40 degrees during peak summers. So, the _____
keeps houses cool during the summer months by reflecting sun rays.
ID X
Answer
The Blue City
Question 15*
Construction of Mariinsky Palace was started in 18th century and
remained as the main residence of governors-general. However, the
palace was burned down in a series of fire and was in total disrepair
and abandoned for almost a half century. Although after restoring after
WWII, this palace came into limelight again due to recent pop culture
entity featuring it.
Which pop culture entity are we talking about ?
Answer
Naatu Naatu song
The palace was seen in the background of the song
Question 16
X used ancient Sanskrit terminology in his descriptions of natural
phenomena. He described the universe as a kinetic system filled with
energy which could be harnessed at any location. His concepts during
the following years were greatly influenced by the teachings of Swami
Vivekananda. After meeting the Swami and after continued study of
the Eastern view of the mechanisms driving the material world, X
began using the Sanskrit words Akasha, Prana,and the concept of
_________ to describe the source, existence and construction of
matter. In 1891, X has patented his famous invention which was basis
for non-contact transmission.
Identify X.
Answer
Nicolas Tesla
Question 17
This is a picture
captured in mid 1900s
showing person
climbing a pole to
watch ______ in
silence at banks of
Yamuna River in Delhi.
FITB
Answer
Mahatma Gandhi's Funeral
Question 18
Though X has nothing to do with ancient Indian customs or traditions,
its logo have been designed based on chakra theory. According to yoga,
one’s body has seven chakras which serve as hotspots of energy and
harnessing them can give ultimate energy to do any task. The
administration included 3 out of 7 in the logo namely, mind for
perceptivity and research, heart for creativity and development and
body for qualitative productivity, The committee designed them such
that three are in continuum to each other.
ID X
Answer
IIT Guwahati
Question 19
Researchers at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), California,
which works on interplanetary travel, discovered the new bacterium on
filters installed on the ISS.
They named it Solibacillus X to honour Y who was an aerospace
scientist. Y had his early training at NASA in 1963 before he set up
India’s first rocket-launching facility in Kerala.
Kasthuri Venkateswaran, a senior research scientist at the
Biotechnology and Planetary Protection Group at JPL explained that the
Solibacillus X has not yet been found on Earth, it is really not an
extraterrestrial lifeform, either.
ID X and Y
Answer
X - Kalamii
Y - APJ Abdul Kalam
Question 20*
According to the legend, demon Banasura was granted boon from lord
brahma that he wouldn’t be killed by anyone except a virgin girl.
Around the same time an avatar of goddess parvati was born as
devotee of lord shiva. Pleased with her devotion, Lord shiva decided to
marry her. But Sage Narada interrupted the ceremony so the
goddess,being virgin, can kill the demon. Frustrated with this
interruption, goddess threw all the uncooked and unused rice and
grains that were meant for the feast into the ocean. As time went by
the rice and grains turned and stood as massive stones.
It is said that X believed the stones to be holy and meditated on them
for three days thus they got its name after X.
ID the place.
Answer
Vivekananda rock memorial
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Youth Quiz 21-Jan-2023

  • 2.
    Words of Wisdom “Ina day, when you don’t come across any problems, you can be sure that you are travelling in a wrong path“ -Swami Vivekananda
  • 3.
  • 4.
    Teaser X Express isa chain of express trains on the Indian Railways network. These trains were announced in the Railway Budget of 2011-12 by the then Railway Minister. These trains were started to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Y, held in 2013. One of the X Express trains, the one from Dibrugarh to Kanyakumari, is the longest route on the Indian Railways network, in terms of distance and time, and is currently the 24th longest in the world. X express also holds another place in the history of indian railways, as being the last train to halt its services, when the entire indian railway passenger services came to standstill following the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent national wide lockdown in March 2020. ID X and Y
  • 5.
    Answer X : VivekExpress Y : Swami Vivekananda
  • 6.
    Teaser While going toBangalore, X had a night halt at Besant Theosophical College, Madanapalle. It was the night when Dr Cousins hosted a fun singing session at the college. Dr Cousins mentioned the gathering in his autobiography as : X came up with something like a giving a list of ________; and a list of the customs. The refrain to the first made us pick up our ears. The refrain to the second made us clear our throats. We asked for it again and again, and he kept on repeating a word and before long we were singing it with gusto : Victory ! ID X and song.
  • 7.
  • 8.
  • 9.
    Rules • There are20 questions in the set. • Each question carries ten points and there are no negs. So feel free to guess. • Part points will be given wherever applicable. • Mention your Team Name, Members’ Names, Contact Number of one of the team member on the A4 Paper given and start writing your answers. • Star marked questions 5,10,15,20 are tie-breakers. • Quiz Master’s judgement is absolute. • Follow Swami vivekananda’s footsteps, be honest and don’t google.
  • 10.
    Question 1 This emblemincludes wavy waters representing effects of past actions, lotus representing devotion, rising sun representing minds getting enlightened, serpent representing yoga and swan representing supreme soul. Thus, the emblems indicates that through our actions, devotion, minds, yoga, the existence of supreme soul can be felt. Which emblem are we talking about relating with the theme of the quiz?
  • 11.
    Question 2 X isa programme introduced by Indian government as an integral part of the Swatantrata Center,which is think-tank based in India which focuses on ideas and policies that cause human flourishing, foundation for democratic reforms. X would be a debate between the best debaters, policymakers, and opinion-makers. The platform is meant to inspire the youth to express their views in an organized way. ID X
  • 12.
    Question 3 Swami Vivekananda,stated that the X may be old but it was mostly unknown in Indian history till the early 8th century when Adi Shankara made it famous by writing his much-followed commentary on it. Ramakrishna, the master of Swami Vivekananda, used to say that one could understand the essential meaning of X by repeating the word several times, and when it is done, one finds (her/him)self uttering the word Y. The word “Y” means “renounce” or “one who renounces everything for God.” Ramakrishna told, X teaches us to become unselfish and Y. Identify X and Y.
  • 13.
    Question 4 X, formerlyknown as Kingsway, was officially renamed to Y in September 2022. Y is a ceremonial boulevard in Delhi. X is simply the Hindi equivalent of the former name of the boulevard. This is done under the ongoing Central Vista Redevelopment Project which includes several new sustainability features. Renaming indicates that the path is not meant for those who rule but to those who perform their duty for the nation. ID X and Y.
  • 14.
    Question 5* Nobel LaureateRomain Rolland in praise of Vivekananda said, "He was energy personified, and action was his message to men. For him, as ________(X), it was the root of all the virtues". For X, a personality from 18th century whom Rolland idealised, he said, "To my western readers", "won my regard because with incomparable charm and power, realised this splendid symphony of Universal soul". Again referring to Vivekananda, he said, "His words are great music, phrases in the style of X, stirring rhythms like the march of Handel choruses". Who is X?
  • 15.
    Question 6 X featuresa splendid fusion of Islamic, Mughal, and Rajput architectural styles. Its domed canopies, floral patterns and fluted pillars, all reflect the rich Rajput style. Complementing these elements is the filigree work which draw influence from the Islamic style of architecture. When Purdah system was strictly followed and Royal women weren’t allowed to show their face to strangers or even appear in public. X in Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh's kingdom enabled them to get a glimpse of the day-to-day activities and festivities happening on the street below without appearing in public. ID X
  • 16.
    Question 7 What isbeing explained in the image?
  • 17.
    Question 8 2017 Januarywitnessed one of the most influential protests in this southern Indian State. It was the first protest that saw youth participation in majority which accelerated further involvement of them for problems pertaining to their cultural identity or their state's socio-economical concerns. Over 250000 people on average gathered daily for a week in __ beach in an agitation which spread rapidly and gained more protest sites. This youth participation in a non-violent manner helped gain global attention for this movement through social media after which it became a success. ID the movement.
  • 18.
    Question 9 X originatedaround the 15th century from a Sanskrit word meaning uterus and it celebrates fertility and honour womanhood. This dance form marks a girl's first menstrual cycle and later, her imminent marriage. The performers circle around an image of the goddess or around a symbolic representation of her creative energy—often an illuminated clay pot or a water-filled vessel. ID the dance form.
  • 19.
    Question 10* X isan spiritual Asian art which is geometrical design that holds a great deal of symbolism in Hindu and Buddhist cultures. The art is believed to represent different aspects of the universe and are used as instruments of meditation on and symbols of prayer. This art is extensively used in Y which is used by many people these days to protect the individuals sleep. ID X,Y
  • 20.
    Question 11 Connect thefollowing exhaustive list : • Anil Ambani • Baba Ramdev • Kamal Hassan • Mridula Sinha • Sachin Tendulkar • Salman Khan • Shashi Tharoor • Priyanka Chopra • Entire team of Tarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah
  • 21.
    Question 12 The logobears a X and the message of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’. While unveiling the logo, the authority mentioned the following: The world is going through the after-effects of a disruptive once-in-a-century pandemic, conflicts and lot of economic uncertainty. The symbol of the X in the ___ logo is a representation of hope in these times. No matter how adverse the circumstances, the X still blooms. This ___ logo is not just a symbol, it is a message, an emotion running through our veins. It is a resolve, which is now being included in our thoughts. What logo is this?
  • 22.
    Question 13 The omissionof X has been particularly widely discussed, including in public statements by various members of the Nobel Committee. The committee has confirmed that he was nominated several times. Geir Lundestad, Secretary of Norwegian Nobel Committee said, "The greatest omission in our 106-year history is undoubtedly that X never received the Nobel Prize. He could do without the Nobel prize, whether Nobel committee can do without him is the question". Later, when _______ was awarded in 1989, the chairman of the committee said that this was "in part a tribute to the memory of X". ID X.
  • 23.
    Question 14 Jodhpur isone of the most beautiful cities of Rajasthan. It is also widely known as X because of one significant feature of Jodhpur that it has __ houses. There are few people in Jodhpur who strongly believe that the __ enables to prevent the houses from termites. Because earlier, termites caused harm to numerous historic buildings and structures in the city. It was observed that adding a copper solution to the _______ helped to repel termites. It also helped in delivering a soothing and calming effect. Also, during the high-intensity heat in Rajasthan, the ___ helps keep the houses cool during summers. People residing in this city believe that the _____ is an excellent reflector of sun rays that can ultimately go up to 40 degrees during peak summers. So, the _____ keeps houses cool during the summer months by reflecting sun rays. ID X
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    Question 15* Construction ofMariinsky Palace was started in 18th century and remained as the main residence of governors-general. However, the palace was burned down in a series of fire and was in total disrepair and abandoned for almost a half century. Although after restoring after WWII, this palace came into limelight again due to recent pop culture entity featuring it. Which pop culture entity are we talking about ?
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    Question 16 X usedancient Sanskrit terminology in his descriptions of natural phenomena. He described the universe as a kinetic system filled with energy which could be harnessed at any location. His concepts during the following years were greatly influenced by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda. After meeting the Swami and after continued study of the Eastern view of the mechanisms driving the material world, X began using the Sanskrit words Akasha, Prana,and the concept of _________ to describe the source, existence and construction of matter. In 1891, X has patented his famous invention which was basis for non-contact transmission. Identify X.
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    Question 17 This isa picture captured in mid 1900s showing person climbing a pole to watch ______ in silence at banks of Yamuna River in Delhi. FITB
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    Question 18 Though Xhas nothing to do with ancient Indian customs or traditions, its logo have been designed based on chakra theory. According to yoga, one’s body has seven chakras which serve as hotspots of energy and harnessing them can give ultimate energy to do any task. The administration included 3 out of 7 in the logo namely, mind for perceptivity and research, heart for creativity and development and body for qualitative productivity, The committee designed them such that three are in continuum to each other. ID X
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    Question 19 Researchers atNASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), California, which works on interplanetary travel, discovered the new bacterium on filters installed on the ISS. They named it Solibacillus X to honour Y who was an aerospace scientist. Y had his early training at NASA in 1963 before he set up India’s first rocket-launching facility in Kerala. Kasthuri Venkateswaran, a senior research scientist at the Biotechnology and Planetary Protection Group at JPL explained that the Solibacillus X has not yet been found on Earth, it is really not an extraterrestrial lifeform, either. ID X and Y
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    Question 20* According tothe legend, demon Banasura was granted boon from lord brahma that he wouldn’t be killed by anyone except a virgin girl. Around the same time an avatar of goddess parvati was born as devotee of lord shiva. Pleased with her devotion, Lord shiva decided to marry her. But Sage Narada interrupted the ceremony so the goddess,being virgin, can kill the demon. Frustrated with this interruption, goddess threw all the uncooked and unused rice and grains that were meant for the feast into the ocean. As time went by the rice and grains turned and stood as massive stones. It is said that X believed the stones to be holy and meditated on them for three days thus they got its name after X. ID the place.
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    Question 1 This emblemincludes wavy waters representing effects of past actions, lotus representing devotion, rising sun representing minds getting enlightened, serpent representing yoga and swan representing supreme soul. Thus, the emblems indicates that through our actions, devotion, minds, yoga, the existence of supreme soul can be felt. Which emblem are we talking about relating with the theme of the quiz?
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    Question 2 X isa programme introduced by Indian government as an integral part of the Swatantrata Center,which is think-tank based in India which focuses on ideas and policies that cause human flourishing, foundation for democratic reforms. X would be a debate between the best debaters, policymakers, and opinion-makers. The platform is meant to inspire the youth to express their views in an organized way. ID X
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    Question 3 Swami Vivekananda,stated that the X may be old but it was mostly unknown in Indian history till the early 8th century when Adi Shankara made it famous by writing his much-followed commentary on it. Ramakrishna, the master of Swami Vivekananda, used to say that one could understand the essential meaning of X by repeating the word several times, and when it is done, one finds (her/him)self uttering the word Y. The word “Y” means “renounce” or “one who renounces everything for God.” Ramakrishna told, X teaches us to become unselfish and Y. Identify X and Y.
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    Answer X - Gita Y- ta-Gi/Tyagi
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    Question 4 X, formerlyknown as Kingsway, was officially renamed to Y in September 2022. Y is a ceremonial boulevard in Delhi. X is simply the Hindi equivalent of the former name of the boulevard. This is done under the ongoing Central Vista Redevelopment Project which includes several new sustainability features. Renaming indicates that the path is not meant for those who rule but to those who perform their duty for the nation. ID X and Y.
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    Question 5* Nobel LaureateRomain Rolland in praise of Vivekananda said, "He was energy personified, and action was his message to men. For him, as ________(X), it was the root of all the virtues". For X, a personality from 18th century whom Rolland idealised, he said, "To my western readers", "won my regard because with incomparable charm and power, realised this splendid symphony of Universal soul". Again referring to Vivekananda, he said, "His words are great music, phrases in the style of X, stirring rhythms like the march of Handel choruses". Who is X?
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    Question 6 X featuresa splendid fusion of Islamic, Mughal, and Rajput architectural styles. Its domed canopies, floral patterns and fluted pillars, all reflect the rich Rajput style. Complementing these elements is the filigree work which draw influence from the Islamic style of architecture. When Purdah system was strictly followed and Royal women weren’t allowed to show their face to strangers or even appear in public. X in Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh's kingdom enabled them to get a glimpse of the day-to-day activities and festivities happening on the street below without appearing in public. ID X
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    Question 7 What isbeing explained in the image?
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    Answer Plastic surgery/nose jobprocedure mentioned in sustrutha samitha
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    Question 8 2017 Januarywitnessed one of the most influential protests in this southern Indian State. It was the first protest that saw youth participation in majority which accelerated further involvement of them for problems pertaining to their cultural identity or their state's socio-economical concerns. Over 250000 people on average gathered daily for a week in __ beach in an agitation which spread rapidly and gained more protest sites. This youth participation in a non-violent manner helped gain global attention for this movement through social media after which it became a success. ID the movement.
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    Question 9 X originatedaround the 15th century from a Sanskrit word meaning uterus and it celebrates fertility and honour womanhood. This dance form marks a girl's first menstrual cycle and later, her imminent marriage. The performers circle around an image of the goddess or around a symbolic representation of her creative energy—often an illuminated clay pot or a water-filled vessel. ID the dance form.
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    Question 10* X isan spiritual Asian art which is geometrical design that holds a great deal of symbolism in Hindu and Buddhist cultures. The art is believed to represent different aspects of the universe and are used as instruments of meditation and symbols of prayer. This art is extensively used in Y which is used by many people these days to protect the individuals sleep. ID X,Y
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    Question 11 Connect thefollowing exhaustive list : • Anil Ambani • Baba Ramdev • Kamal Hassan • Mridula Sinha • Sachin Tendulkar • Salman Khan • Shashi Tharoor • Priyanka Chopra • Entire team of Tarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah
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    Answer Personalities nominated byNarendra Modi for promoting Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.
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    Question 12 The logobears a X and the message of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’. While unveiling the logo, the authority mentioned the following: The world is going through the after-effects of a disruptive once-in-a-century pandemic, conflicts and lot of economic uncertainty. The symbol of the X in the ___ logo is a representation of hope in these times. No matter how adverse the circumstances, the X still blooms. This ___ logo is not just a symbol, it is a message, an emotion running through our veins. It is a resolve, which is now being included in our thoughts. What logo is this?
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    Question 13 The omissionof X has been particularly widely discussed, including in public statements by various members of the Nobel Committee. The committee has confirmed that he was nominated several times. Geir Lundestad, Secretary of Norwegian Nobel Committee said, "The greatest omission in our 106-year history is undoubtedly that X never received the Nobel Prize. He could do without the Nobel prize, whether Nobel committee can do without him is the question". Later, when _______ was awarded in 1989, the chairman of the committee said that this was "in part a tribute to the memory of X". ID X.
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    Question 14 Jodhpur isone of the most beautiful cities of Rajasthan. It is also widely known as X because of one significant feature of Jodhpur that it has __ houses. There are few people in Jodhpur who strongly believe that the __ enables to prevent the houses from termites. Because earlier, termites caused harm to numerous historic buildings and structures in the city. It was observed that adding a copper solution to the _______ helped to repel termites. It also helped in delivering a soothing and calming effect. Also, during the high-intensity heat in Rajasthan, the ___ helps keep the houses cool during summers. People residing in this city believe that the _____ is an excellent reflector of sun rays that can ultimately go up to 40 degrees during peak summers. So, the _____ keeps houses cool during the summer months by reflecting sun rays. ID X
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    Question 15* Construction ofMariinsky Palace was started in 18th century and remained as the main residence of governors-general. However, the palace was burned down in a series of fire and was in total disrepair and abandoned for almost a half century. Although after restoring after WWII, this palace came into limelight again due to recent pop culture entity featuring it. Which pop culture entity are we talking about ?
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    Answer Naatu Naatu song Thepalace was seen in the background of the song
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    Question 16 X usedancient Sanskrit terminology in his descriptions of natural phenomena. He described the universe as a kinetic system filled with energy which could be harnessed at any location. His concepts during the following years were greatly influenced by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda. After meeting the Swami and after continued study of the Eastern view of the mechanisms driving the material world, X began using the Sanskrit words Akasha, Prana,and the concept of _________ to describe the source, existence and construction of matter. In 1891, X has patented his famous invention which was basis for non-contact transmission. Identify X.
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    Question 17 This isa picture captured in mid 1900s showing person climbing a pole to watch ______ in silence at banks of Yamuna River in Delhi. FITB
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    Question 18 Though Xhas nothing to do with ancient Indian customs or traditions, its logo have been designed based on chakra theory. According to yoga, one’s body has seven chakras which serve as hotspots of energy and harnessing them can give ultimate energy to do any task. The administration included 3 out of 7 in the logo namely, mind for perceptivity and research, heart for creativity and development and body for qualitative productivity, The committee designed them such that three are in continuum to each other. ID X
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    Question 19 Researchers atNASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), California, which works on interplanetary travel, discovered the new bacterium on filters installed on the ISS. They named it Solibacillus X to honour Y who was an aerospace scientist. Y had his early training at NASA in 1963 before he set up India’s first rocket-launching facility in Kerala. Kasthuri Venkateswaran, a senior research scientist at the Biotechnology and Planetary Protection Group at JPL explained that the Solibacillus X has not yet been found on Earth, it is really not an extraterrestrial lifeform, either. ID X and Y
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    Answer X - Kalamii Y- APJ Abdul Kalam
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    Question 20* According tothe legend, demon Banasura was granted boon from lord brahma that he wouldn’t be killed by anyone except a virgin girl. Around the same time an avatar of goddess parvati was born as devotee of lord shiva. Pleased with her devotion, Lord shiva decided to marry her. But Sage Narada interrupted the ceremony so the goddess,being virgin, can kill the demon. Frustrated with this interruption, goddess threw all the uncooked and unused rice and grains that were meant for the feast into the ocean. As time went by the rice and grains turned and stood as massive stones. It is said that X believed the stones to be holy and meditated on them for three days thus they got its name after X. ID the place.
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