1.
Rules
* 25 questions.
* Each question carries 1 mark.
* Star-marked questions (1, 5, 10, 15, 20 & 25) will be counted
to break the ties. If needed, Countback Method will be
considered.
* Every decision of the QM is final.

2.
Quiz by SomnathI I
1
Originally called Kaushambi by the Kuru rulers of
Hastinapur, this place was developed as their capital. Since
then, it has been a political, cultural and administrative
centre of the Doab region.
How do we presently know this place?
Gnosiomania - 2016India Quiz (Prelims)

3.
Quiz by SomnathI I
2
This is the model of an architectural marvel that has been
given recognition in the 1994 edition of Encyclopaedia
Britannica, ‘as an outstanding achievement of the time’.
What is it?
(bigger vis – next slide)
Gnosiomania - 2016India Quiz (Prelims)

4.
Quiz by SomnathI I
2
Gnosiomania - 2016India Quiz (Prelims)

5.
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3
‘What’ got added to this list after the much talked about
RREXIT?

6.
Quiz by SomnathI I
4
According to some sources, these emotions were the
responsible factors : anger, pride, jealousy, happiness,
sadness, fear, selfishness, passion, ambition and
intellect. Some other sources said, these were symbolization
of 6 Shastras and 4 Vedas.
Put funda.
Gnosiomania - 2016India Quiz (Prelims)

7.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
5
According to legend, this game was once used by brides
to choose their would-be grooms. Literally translates
to ‘a package of coins’, this game also found its
mention in a seal from the Indus Valley Civilization.
Which game/sport?

8.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
6
As per historical records, Noorjehan created this dish by
mixing sweetened milk and an array of fruit pulps
with crushed ice imported from Himalayan lakes. With
time, the recipe has seen a lot of change.
Identify this food item which is found, even today, in
every nook-and-corner of India.

9.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
7
How would you musically connect these hindu gods
(or their different forms)?
1 2 3 4
567

10.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
8
As per research scholars, this
gentleman got his popular
nickname from the fact that he
used to practice a lot under the
moonlit sky.
Who was he?
(Clue – The nickname ultimately
became a part of his name)

11.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
9
It was first recommended by The Royal Commission
under the Chairmanship of Lord Lee, in 1924. It started
functioning on October 1, 1926 under the Chairmanship
of Sir Ross Barker. It was given a Constitutional status
with promulgation of Constitution of India on January
26, 1950.
What am I talking about?

12.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
10
Gulzar is reciting the poem titled Main Tenu Feir
Milaan Gi.
Who wrote it?
(Clue – The poet has come into news recently because of an
intended biopic where Sonakshi Sinha is tipped to play the titular
role.)

13.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
11
Considering a certain first for India, whose name will
fill in the blank?
Fatema Nedham (Bahrain)
______________
Dimitra Korokida (Greece)

14.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
12
Krishna Raja Sagara, also popularly known as KRS, is the
name of both a lake and the dam that creates it. The dam is
across (now-in-news) Kaveri River, in Mandya District
near Mysore in Karnataka.
As a part of beautification of the dam site, Sir Mirza
Ismail conceived a plan of developing what?

15.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
13
X, mostly associated with an early 20th
century
subversive activity masterminded by the Hindustan
Republican Association, has been used as a setting for
various movies, like Junoon and Umrao Jaan. But the
place is also known for a popular culinary item.
Which place is this?

16.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
14
This evergreen R.D. Burman composition is
originally part of which movie’s soundtrack?

17.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
15
This print-ad for Jai-
Hind Amla
Goonnidhi ___ ___,
featuring these noted
Indians, raised
eyebrows for
obvious reasons. The
selection was done in
jest because of a
certain
commonality.
FITB.

18.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
16
During his tenure as the President of the USA,
Richard Nixon came to India only once - in July 1969.
Who was the Indian President during that time?

19.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
17
Which mode of dismissal, pretty rare in any form of
cricket, has been mentioned in the next dialogue?

20.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
18
Just before the 2014 Lok Sabha Elections, several
smaller parties created a lot of noise regarding a
particular issue. The Unnati Party in UP even filed a
case. In Gujarat, another regional party had also
threatened to move court if the matter was not resolved
properly before the election.
Which common household item was behind all those
commotion?

21.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
19
After graduating with a B.Tech in IT, he used to work
for Cognizant Technology Solutions. As revealed
years later, one of his major regret was not being able to
represent his school at ESPN School Quiz.
Identify this gentleman who won the Arjuna Award in
2014.

22.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
20
If you add
up these
four visual
clues,
which
geographi-
cal entity
(2nd
highest
of it’s type
in India)
will you
get?

23.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
21
From the visual clue, try to
figure out the name of a
company that has been
founded in 1978 and
headquartered in Mumbai.
It’s brand ambassadors
included – MSD, Saif Ali
Khan and also Boris
Becker.

24.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
22
Practised mainly in the states of Rajasthan & Gujarat, it
is a type of dyeing where bright colours like red, green,
yellow and black are used. Several motifs like dots,
squares, waves and stripes are intricately weaved in the
final product.
Identify this technique, meaning tying up, which also
gave its name to a particular type of dress material.

25.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
23
After which incident, R.K.
Laxman created this
particular Common Man
cartoon?

26.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
24
What is the significance of this encircled item that was
damaged during Turk invasions of India?

27.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
25
This rap track by M.I.A. collaborator Gener8ion has
been famously used in a recent ‘project’ involving some
noted Indians which made the whole internet abuzz.
Where it has been famously used?

28.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz I I
1
Originally called Kaushambi by the Kuru rulers of
Hastinapur, this place was developed as their capital. Since
then, it has been a political, cultural and administrative
centre of the Doab region.
How do we presently know this place?
Gnosiomania - 2016

29.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz I I
1
Gnosiomania - 2016
AllahabadAllahabad

30.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz I I
2
This is the model of an architectural marvel that has been
given recognition in the 1994 edition of Encyclopaedia
Britannica, ‘as an outstanding achievement of the time’.
What is it?
(bigger vis – next slide)
Gnosiomania - 2016

31.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz I I
2
Gnosiomania - 2016

32.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz I I
2
Gnosiomania - 2016
Lotus TempleLotus Temple

33.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
3
‘What’ got added to this list after the much talked about
RREXIT?

34.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I I
3
Reserve Bank of India Reserve Bank of India
Gnosiomania - 2016

35.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz I I
4
According to some sources, these emotions were the
responsible factors : anger, pride, jealousy, happiness,
sadness, fear, selfishness, passion, ambition and
intellect. Some other sources said, these were symbolization
of 6 Shastras and 4 Vedas.
Put funda.
Gnosiomania - 2016

36.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz I I
4
Gnosiomania - 2016
Ten Heads of RavanaTen Heads of Ravana

37.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
5
According to legend, this game was once used by brides
to choose their would-be grooms. Literally translates
to ‘a package of coins’, this game also found its
mention in a seal from the Indus Valley Civilization.
Which game/sport?

38.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I I
5
Gnosiomania - 2016
JallikattuJallikattu

39.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
6
As per historical records, Noorjehan created this dish by
mixing sweetened milk and an array of fruit pulps
with crushed ice imported from Himalayan lakes. With
time, the recipe has seen a lot of change.
Identify this food item which is found, even today, in
every nook-and-corner of India.

40.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I I
6
Gnosiomania - 2016
KulfiKulfi

41.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
7
How would you musically connect these hindu gods
(or their different forms)?
1 2 3 4
567

42.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I I
7
Gnosiomania - 2016
Sa-Re-Ga-Ma-Pa-Dha-Ni-SaSa-Re-Ga-Ma-Pa-Dha-Ni-Sa

43.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
8
As per research scholars, this
gentleman got his popular
nickname from the fact that he
used to practice a lot under the
moonlit sky.
Who was he?
(Clue – The nickname ultimately
became a part of his name)

44.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I I
8
Gnosiomania - 2016
Dhyan ChandDhyan Chand

45.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
9
It was first recommended by The Royal Commission
under the Chairmanship of Lord Lee, in 1924. It started
functioning on October 1, 1926 under the Chairmanship
of Sir Ross Barker. It was given a Constitutional status
with promulgation of Constitution of India on January
26, 1950.
What am I talking about?

46.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I I
9
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UPSCUPSC

47.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
10
Gulzar is reciting the poem titled Main Tenu Feir
Milaan Gi.
Who wrote it?
(Clue – The poet has come into news recently because of an
intended biopic where Sonakshi Sinha is tipped to play the titular
role.)

48.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I I
10
Gnosiomania - 2016
Amrita PritamAmrita Pritam

49.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
11
Considering a certain first for India, whose name will
fill in the blank?
Fatema Nedham (Bahrain)
______________
Dimitra Korokida (Greece)

50.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I I
11
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Deepa MalikDeepa Malik

51.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
12
Krishna Raja Sagara, also popularly known as KRS, is the
name of both a lake and the dam that creates it. The dam is
across (now-in-news) Kaveri River, in Mandya District
near Mysore in Karnataka.
As a part of beautification of the dam site, Sir Mirza
Ismail conceived a plan of developing what?

52.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I I
12
Gnosiomania - 2016
Brindavan GardensBrindavan Gardens

53.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
13
X, mostly associated with an early 20th
century
subversive activity masterminded by the Hindustan
Republican Association, has been used as a setting for
various movies, like Junoon and Umrao Jaan. But the
place is also known for a popular culinary item.
Which place is this?

54.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I I
13
Gnosiomania - 2016
KakoriKakori

55.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
14
This evergreen R.D. Burman composition is
originally part of which movie’s soundtrack?

56.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I I
14
Gnosiomania - 2016

57.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
15
This print-ad for Jai-
Hind Amla
Goonnidhi ___ ___,
featuring these noted
Indians, raised
eyebrows for
obvious reasons. The
selection was done in
jest because of a
certain
commonality.
FITB.

58.
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25
Gnosiomania - 2016
Hair Oil Hair Oil

59.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
16
During his tenure as the President of the USA,
Richard Nixon came to India only once - in July 1969.
Who was the Indian President during that time?

60.
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16
Gnosiomania - 2016
Mohammad HidayatullahMohammad Hidayatullah

61.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
17
Which mode of dismissal, pretty rare in any form of
cricket, has been mentioned in the next dialogue?

62.
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17
Gnosiomania - 2016

63.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
18
Just before the 2014 Lok Sabha Elections, several
smaller parties created a lot of noise regarding a
particular issue. The Unnati Party in UP even filed a
case. In Gujarat, another regional party had also
threatened to move court if the matter was not resolved
properly before the election.
Which common household item was behind all those
commotion?

64.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I I
18
Gnosiomania - 2016
BroomBroom

65.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
19
After graduating with a B.Tech in IT, he used to work
for Cognizant Technology Solutions. As revealed
years later, one of his major regret was not being able to
represent his school at ESPN School Quiz.
Identify this gentleman who won the Arjuna Award in
2014.

66.
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19
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Ravichandran AshwinRavichandran Ashwin

67.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
20
If you add
up these
four visual
clues,
which
geographi-
cal entity
(2nd
highest
of it’s type
in India)
will you
get?

68.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I I
20
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Jog Falls / Gersoppa FallsJog Falls / Gersoppa Falls

69.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
21
From the visual clue, try to
figure out the name of a
company that has been
founded in 1978 and
headquartered in Mumbai.
It’s brand ambassadors
included – MSD, Saif Ali
Khan and also Boris
Becker.

70.
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21
Gnosiomania - 2016
Siyaram’sSiyaram’s

71.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
22
Practised mainly in the states of Rajasthan & Gujarat, it
is a type of dyeing where bright colours like red, green,
yellow and black are used. Several motifs like dots,
squares, waves and stripes are intricately weaved in the
final product.
Identify this technique, meaning tying up, which also
gave its name to a particular type of dress material.

72.
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22
Gnosiomania - 2016
BandhniBandhni

73.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
23
After which incident, R.K.
Laxman created this
particular Common Man
cartoon?

74.
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23
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Salman Khan hit-and-run CaseSalman Khan hit-and-run Case

75.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
24
What is the significance of this encircled item that was
damaged during Turk invasions of India?

76.
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24
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The top part of this pillar is theThe top part of this pillar is the
national emblem of India – thenational emblem of India – the
Ashoka StambhaAshoka Stambha

77.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
25
This rap track by M.I.A. collaborator Gener8ion has
been famously used in a recent ‘project’ involving some
noted Indians which made the whole internet abuzz.
Where it has been famously used?

78.
Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I I
25
Gnosiomania - 2016