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The Jnanpith Award is given for excellence in which field?
- Science
- Literature
- Sports
- Cinema
Answer: Literature
The Jnanpith Award is an Indian literary award presented annually by the Bharatiya Jnanpith to an author for their outstanding contribution towards literature.
Who is the author of the dystopian novel '1984'?
- Aldous Huxley
- George Orwell
- Ray Bradbury
- H.G. Wells
Answer: George Orwell
George Orwell published '1984' in 1949. It is a seminal work on totalitarianism and surveillance, often cited in general awareness sections.
Who wrote the novel 'Godan' (The Gift of a Cow)?
- Premchand
- R.K. Narayan
- Mulk Raj Anand
- Saadat Hasan Manto
Answer: Premchand
Munshi Premchand wrote 'Godan', published in 1936. It is considered one of the greatest Hindi novels, depicting the plight of Indian peasants.
The 'Mahabharata', the longest epic poem known, was written by:
- Valmiki
- Ved Vyas
- Chanakya
- Bhasa
Answer: Ved Vyas
Vyasa (Krishna Dvaipayana) is traditionally credited as the author of the Mahabharata. It includes the Bhagavad Gita.
Who is the author of the ancient Indian epic 'Ramayana'?
- Ved Vyas
- Valmiki
- Kalidasa
- Tulsidas
Answer: Valmiki
The Ramayana is one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India, attributed to the sage Valmiki. It narrates the life of Rama.
Which Indian footballer became first to play in UEFA Europa League qualifiers?
- Baichung Bhutia
- Gurpreet Singh Sandhu
- Sandesh Jhingan
- No Indian has played in UEL qualifiers
Answer: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu
Gurpreet Singh Sandhu played for Stabaek in UEFA Europa League qualifiers in 2017. First Indian in European top-tier competition. Goalkeeper by position.
Who holds the record for most Test matches played as captain?
- Graeme Smith
- Ricky Ponting
- Steve Waugh
- Joe Root
Answer: Graeme Smith
South Africa's Graeme Smith captained 109 Tests, most ever. Led from 2003-2014. Won 53 matches. Ponting second with 77 Tests as captain.
Lalit Kumar Upadhyay plays which position in Indian men's hockey team?
- Goalkeeper
- Defender
- Midfielder
- Forward
Answer: Forward
Lalit Kumar Upadhyay is forward/striker. Played key role in Tokyo 2020 bronze campaign. Known for speed and finishing inside circle.
Who is India's leading wicket-taker in Women's Test cricket?
- Jhulan Goswami
- Neetu David
- Shubhangi Kulkarni
- Deepti Sharma
Answer: Jhulan Goswami
Jhulan Goswami took 44 Test wickets in 12 matches, most by Indian woman. Also holds ODI wicket record (255). Greatest Indian woman bowler ever.
Babita Phogat won silver at Commonwealth Games 2010 in which weight category?
- 51 kg
- 55 kg
- 59 kg
- 63 kg
Answer: 51 kg
Babita Phogat won 51kg silver at Delhi 2010 CWG. Sister Geeta won gold in 55kg at same Games. Both inspired 'Dangal' film about their father Mahavir's coaching.
India's first-ever T20 International was played against which team in 2006?
- Australia
- South Africa
- England
- Pakistan
Answer: South Africa
India played first T20I vs South Africa in Johannesburg on December 1, 2006. Won by 6 wickets. Virender Sehwag scored 52. Format was experimental pre-2007 WC.
Unnati Hooda won BWF Super 100 title at which tournament in 2024?
- Odisha Masters
- Ruhr International
- Thailand Masters
- Vietnam Open
Answer: Ruhr International
Unnati Hooda won Ruhr International 2024 (Germany) women's singles title at age 16. Rising teen sensation. Trains at Prakash Padukone Academy.
Who won IPL Fair Play Award in 2024?
- Chennai Super Kings
- Sunrisers Hyderabad
- Gujarat Titans
- Rajasthan Royals
Answer: Sunrisers Hyderabad
SRH won IPL 2024 Fair Play Award for best conduct/spirit. Despite aggressive batting approach, maintained high sportsmanship standards throughout season.
Jyothi Yarraji set national record in 100m hurdles at which event in 2023?
- Asian Games
- World Championships
- Asian Athletics Championships
- Commonwealth Games
Answer: Asian Athletics Championships
Jyothi Yarraji won gold and set NR (12.78s) at Bangkok 2023 Asian Championships. Improved multiple times in 2023. First Indian woman to break 13-second barrier.
Who captained India at ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024?
- Harmanpreet Kaur
- Smriti Mandhana
- Richa Ghosh
- Deepti Sharma
Answer: Harmanpreet Kaur
Harmanpreet Kaur captained India at 2024 WT20 WC in UAE. Team exited in group stage. Regular captain since 2016 across limited-overs formats.
Which country won Africa Cup of Nations 2023?
- Senegal
- Egypt
- Ivory Coast
- Nigeria
Answer: Ivory Coast
Host nation Ivory Coast defeated Nigeria 2-1 in Abidjan final to win AFCON 2023 (held Feb 2024). Dramatic comeback tournament after sacking coach mid-event.
Who holds the record for most international sixes across all formats?
- Chris Gayle
- Rohit Sharma
- Shahid Afridi
- MS Dhoni
Answer: Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma surpassed Chris Gayle to become all-time leader in international sixes (600+) across Tests, ODIs, and T20Is combined. Active as of 2024.
India won Men's Hockey Asian Champions Trophy 2023 defeating which team in final?
- Pakistan
- South Korea
- Malaysia
- Japan
Answer: Malaysia
India defeated Malaysia 4-3 in Chennai 2023 Asian Champions Trophy final. Fourth ACT title. Harmanpreet Singh top scorer with drag-flick goals.
India won the 2023 ODI World Cup semifinal against which team?
- Australia
- New Zealand
- South Africa
- Pakistan
Answer: New Zealand
Correction: India lost 2023 ODI WC FINAL to Australia. Beat NZ in SEMIFINAL by 70 runs (Kohli 117, Shami 7 wkts). Lost final to Australia by 6 wickets.
Nikita Zargar won silver at Asian U23 Wrestling Championships 2024 in which category?
- 50 kg
- 53 kg
- 55 kg
- 57 kg
Answer: 53 kg
Nikita Zargar won 53kg silver at Bishkek 2024 Asian U23 Championships. Emerging talent in Indian women's wrestling pipeline for future Olympics.