QUIZ ON NEW DELHI

Question 1: What is the official name of Delhi?

Answer: The official name of Delhi is the National Capital Territory

of Delhi (NCT).

Question 2: Which river flows through Delhi?

Answer: The Yamuna River flows through Delhi.

Question 3: What is the historical fort in Delhi that is a UNESCO

World Heritage Site and one of the most famous landmarks in the
city?

Answer: The historical fort is the Red Fort, also known as Lal Qila.

Question 4: Delhi is known for its historical and cultural heritage.

Which famous Mughal Emperor built the Jama Masjid in Delhi?

Answer: The Jama Masjid in Delhi was built by Emperor Shah Jahan.

Question 5: What is the name of the popular market in Delhi that is

known for its street food, shopping, and vibrant atmosphere?

Answer: The popular market is called Chandni Chowk.

Question 6: The Lotus Temple in Delhi is known for its unique lotus
flower-like architecture. Which religious community worships here?

Answer: The Lotus Temple is the Bahá'í House of Worship and is

open to people of all religious backgrounds.

Question 7: Which grand memorial in Delhi is dedicated to Mahatma

Gandhi and is a significant tourist attraction?

Answer: The grand memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi is called

Raj Ghat.

Question 8: Delhi is divided into two parts: Old Delhi and New Delhi.
Who designed New Delhi as the capital of India?
Answer: New Delhi was designed by the British architect Edwin
Lutyens and Sir Herbert Baker.

Question 9: What is the official residence of the President of India

located in Delhi called?

Answer: The official residence of the President of India in Delhi is

known as Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Question 10: Which international airport serves Delhi and is one of

the busiest in India?

Answer: Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI Airport) serves

Delhi.

Question 11: What is the iconic tower in Connaught Place, Delhi,

often referred to as "Rajiv Chowk"?

Answer: The iconic tower is known as Jantar Mantar.

Question 12: Which historical monument in Delhi is known as the

"Qutub Minar"?

Answer: The Qutub Minar is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a

famous historical monument in Delhi.

Question 13: What is the name of the famous garden in Delhi that is
often referred to as the "Soul of the City"?

Answer: The famous garden is called Lodhi Gardens.

Question 14: Which historical market in Delhi is renowned for its

antique and traditional Indian handicrafts?

Answer: Dilli Haat is known for its antique and traditional Indian
handicrafts.

Question 15: What is the popular annual event held in Delhi that
features a vibrant display of Republic Day celebrations and a
parade?
Answer: The popular event is the Republic Day Parade, held on
January 26th.

Question 16: Which Indian festival is celebrated with colorful kite-

flying competitions on the occasion of Makar Sankranti in Delhi?

Answer: The festival celebrated with kite-flying competitions is

called "Makar Sankranti" or "Uttarayan."

Question 17: What is the famous university in Delhi known for its
historical and educational significance?

Answer: The famous university is the University of Delhi.

Question 18: Which grand mosque in Delhi was built by Emperor

Aurangzeb and is a prominent religious and historical site?

Answer: The grand mosque is the Badshahi Masjid, also known as

Jama Masjid.

Question 19: What is the name of the historical stepwell in Delhi

that was built during the Tughlaq dynasty?

Answer: The historical stepwell is called Agrasen ki Baoli.

Question 20: What is the name of the largest mosque in India,

located in Delhi?

Answer: The largest mosque in India, located in Delhi, is the Jama

Masjid.

Question 21: Which famous Indian leader was assassinated at Birla

House in Delhi on January 30, 1948?

Answer: Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated at Birla House in Delhi.

Question 22: What is the name of the modern temple in Delhi known
for its striking architectural design and dedication to the Goddess of
Prosperity?

Answer: The modern temple is the Akshardham Temple.

Question 23: Which famous Indian film festival takes place in Delhi
and is known for promoting independent and parallel cinema?

Answer: The famous Indian film festival is the International Film

Festival of India (IFFI).

Question 24: What is the name of the historical observatory in Delhi

that houses a collection of 13 architectural astronomy instruments?

Answer: The historical observatory is Jantar Mantar.

Question 25: Which famous market in Delhi is known for its high-end
shopping, dining, and entertainment options?

Answer: DLF Promenade and DLF Emporio are known for high-end
shopping in Delhi.

Question 26: What is the largest commercial and business center in

Delhi, known for its skyscrapers and corporate offices?

Answer: Connaught Place is the largest commercial and business

center in Delhi.

Question 27: What is the name of the memorial dedicated to the

soldiers who died in World War I, located in the heart of Delhi?

Answer: The memorial is called India Gate.

Question 28: Which historical monument in Delhi is often referred to

as the "Humayun's Tomb"?

Answer: The historical monument is Humayun's Tomb.

Question 29: What is the name of the famous garden in Delhi that
hosts the annual "Flower Show" showcasing a wide variety of
flowers and plants?

Answer: The famous garden is Mughal Gardens.

Question 30: Delhi is famous for its street food. What is the popular
street food snack made of spicy potatoes served in a bun called?
Answer: The popular street food is called "Aloo Tikki."

Question 31: Which festival of lights is celebrated with the lighting

of oil lamps and candles in Delhi, symbolizing the victory of light
over darkness?

Answer: The festival of lights is Diwali.

Question 32: What is the name of the famous and historic ridge in
Delhi that is now a protected forest area?

Answer: The famous ridge is known as Delhi Ridge.

Question 33: Which famous Indian leader's memorial is located at

Raj Ghat in Delhi?

Answer: Raj Ghat is the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi.

Question 34: What is the popular food street in Delhi known for its
variety of parathas (stuffed flatbreads)?

Answer: The popular food street is Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni

Chowk.

Question 35: Which prestigious medical institute in Delhi is

renowned for its medical education and research?

Answer: The prestigious medical institute is the All India Institute of

Medical Sciences (AIIMS).

Question 36: What is the famous public transport system in Delhi

that consists of buses, known for their distinctive red and green
livery?

Answer: The famous public transport system is the Delhi Transport

Corporation (DTC) buses.

Question 37: Which historic monument in Delhi was the site of

Emperor Humayun's tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

Answer: The historic monument is Humayun's Tomb Complex.

Question 38: What is the name of the famous shopping street in
Delhi known for its affordable clothing and accessories?

Answer: Sarojini Nagar Market is known for affordable shopping.

Question 39: Which cultural festival in Delhi showcases various art

forms, including music, dance, and theater, and takes place during
the winter months?

Answer: The cultural festival is the "Delhi International Arts

Festival."

Question 40: What is the popular mode of public transportation in

Delhi that includes a network of color-coded lines?

Answer: The popular mode of public transportation is the Delhi

Metro.

Question 41: Which famous garden in Delhi is known for its Mughal
architecture, including canals, fountains, and lush greenery?

Answer: Shalimar Bagh is known for its Mughal architecture.

Question 42: Which historic structure in Delhi was originally built as

a minaret and is made of red sandstone and white marble?

Answer: The historic structure is the Qutub Minar.

Question 43: What is the name of the famous historic site in Delhi
that was the residence of the Mughal emperors for over 200 years?

Answer: The famous historic site is the Red Fort.

Question 44: Which famous temple in Delhi is dedicated to the Hindu

monkey god, Lord Hanuman?

Answer: The famous temple is the Hanuman Temple, often called

the "Hanuman Mandir."

Question 45: What is the name of the popular amusement and water
park located in Delhi's Rohini area?
Answer: The popular amusement and water park is "Adventure
Island."

Question 46: Which famous market in Delhi is known for its export
surplus clothing and is a favorite shopping destination for budget
shoppers?

Answer: The famous market is Sarojini Nagar Market.

Question 47: What is the name of the historical stepwell in Delhi

known for its intricate carvings and architectural beauty?

Answer: The historical stepwell is Ugrasen ki Baoli.

Question 48: Which famous sports stadium in Delhi is the home

ground for the Delhi Capitals IPL cricket team?

Answer: The famous sports stadium is Arun Jaitley Stadium,

formerly known as Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium.

Question 49: What is the name of the popular art and craft market in
Delhi that showcases a wide range of traditional and contemporary
Indian art?

Answer: Dilli Haat is known for its art and craft market.

Question 50: Which famous cultural institution in Delhi is dedicated

to promoting Indian art and culture and is often referred to as a
"cultural hub"?

Answer: The famous cultural institution is the India International

Centre (IIC).

QUIZ ON MUMBAI

Question 1: What is the official name of Mumbai?

Answer: The official name of Mumbai is Mumbai.

Question 2: Which famous natural bay surrounds Mumbai on its western
coast?

Answer: Mumbai is surrounded by the Arabian Sea.

Question 3: What is the iconic structure in Mumbai often referred to as the

"Gateway of India"?

Answer: The iconic structure is the Gateway of India.

Question 4: Mumbai is the capital city of which Indian state?

Answer: Mumbai is the capital city of the state of Maharashtra.

Question 5: What is the name of the famous railway station in Mumbai, a

UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its Victorian architecture?

Answer: The famous railway station is Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST),

formerly known as Victoria Terminus (VT).

Question 6: Which island was the original home of the city of Mumbai
before land reclamation expanded its boundaries?

Answer: The original home of Mumbai was the island of Bombay.

Question 7: Which historic monument in Mumbai was built to

commemorate King George V's visit to India and is also known as "Shivaji
Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya"?

Answer: The historic monument is the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu

Sangrahalaya (formerly known as the Prince of Wales Museum).

Question 8: What is the name of the historic market area in Mumbai

known for its bustling bazaars, street food, and vibrant atmosphere?

Answer: The historic market area is Crawford Market.

Question 9: Which famous cricket stadium in Mumbai has hosted

numerous international cricket matches, including the Indian Premier
League (IPL)?
Answer: The famous cricket stadium is Wankhede Stadium.

Question 10: What is the name of the upscale neighborhood in South

Mumbai known for its art galleries, heritage buildings, and colonial
architecture?

Answer: The upscale neighborhood is Kala Ghoda.

Question 11: Which famous beach in Mumbai is known for its vibrant
atmosphere, street food, and often hosts cultural events and festivals?

Answer: The famous beach is Juhu Beach.

Question 12: What is the local name for the Mumbai suburban railway
system, an extensive network of commuter trains?

Answer: The local name for the Mumbai suburban railway system is "Local
Trains" or "Mumbai Local."

Question 13: Which historic monument in Mumbai is a UNESCO World

Heritage Site and is known for its rock-cut cave temples?

Answer: The historic monument is the Elephanta Caves.

Question 14: What is the name of the famous street in Mumbai that
houses several prominent movie studios and is often referred to as the
"Hollywood of India"?

Answer: The famous street is Film City, located in the Goregaon area.

Question 15: Which famous fort in Mumbai was built by the Portuguese
and later captured by the British and is a popular tourist attraction?

Answer: The famous fort is the Bandra Fort.

Question 16: What is the local name for the Mumbai-Delhi Highway, one
of the major arterial roads in Mumbai?

Answer: The local name for the Mumbai-Delhi Highway is the Western
Express Highway.
Question 17: Which popular amusement park in Mumbai is known for its
theme park rides and entertainment?

Answer: The popular amusement park is EsselWorld.

Question 18: What is the famous landmark and cultural center in Mumbai
that showcases Indian art and culture and is named after a renowned Indian
painter?

Answer: The famous landmark is the Jehangir Art Gallery.

Question 19: Which iconic luxury hotel in Mumbai is situated next to the
Gateway of India and is known for its grandeur?

Answer: The iconic luxury hotel is the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel.

Question 20: What is the name of the historic market in Mumbai known for
its antiques, jewelry, and traditional Indian items?

Answer: The historic market is Zaveri Bazaar.

Question 21: Which international airport serves Mumbai and is one of the
busiest in India?

Answer: Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport serves Mumbai.

Question 22: What is the famous promenade in South Mumbai known for
its seaside views and art installations?

Answer: The famous promenade is Marine Drive, often referred to as the

"Queen's Necklace."

Question 23: Which prestigious institute in Mumbai is known for its film
and television education and is one of the premier film schools in India?

Answer: The prestigious institute is the Film and Television Institute of

India (FTII), not located in Mumbai but in Pune.

Question 24: What is the name of the popular market area in Mumbai that
is known for its wholesale and retail markets and is a hub for shopping?
Answer: The popular market area is Bhendi Bazaar.

Question 25: Which famous cricket ground in Mumbai has hosted

numerous memorable cricket matches, including the 2011 ICC Cricket
World Cup final?

Answer: The famous cricket ground is Wankhede Stadium.

Question 26: What is the name of the renowned film festival held in
Mumbai that showcases the best of Indian and international cinema?

Answer: The renowned film festival is the Mumbai Film Festival (MAMI).

Question 27: Which historic location in Mumbai is known for its street art,
galleries, and vibrant street culture?

Answer: The historic location is Kala Ghoda.

Question 28: What is the name of the popular fashion street in Mumbai
known for its trendy and affordable clothing?

Answer: The popular fashion street is Linking Road in Bandra.

Question 29: Which famous temple in Mumbai is dedicated to the Hindu

god Lord Ganesha?

Answer: The famous temple is the Siddhivinayak Temple.

Question 30: What is the name of the famous garden in Mumbai known
for its beautiful flora and fauna, located in the Malabar Hill area?

Answer: The famous garden is Kamala Nehru Park.

Question 31: Which iconic institution in Mumbai is known for its

performances of Indian classical music and dance?

Answer: The iconic institution is the National Centre for the Performing
Arts (NCPA).
Question 32: What is the name of the famous tech hub in Mumbai that
houses several IT and software companies?

Answer: The famous tech hub is Powai, known for housing technology
companies.

Question 33: Which historical monument in Mumbai is often referred to as

the "Victoria and Albert Museum"?

Answer: The historical monument is the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu

Sangrahalaya (formerly known as the Prince of Wales Museum).

Question 34: What is the famous textile market in Mumbai known for its
wide variety of fabrics and textiles?

Answer: The famous textile market is Mangaldas Market.

Question 35: Which iconic sea-facing location in Mumbai is famous for its
luxury hotels, high-end shopping, and vibrant nightlife?

Answer: The iconic sea-facing location is the Colaba area.

Question 36: What is the name of the cultural and art district in Mumbai
known for its galleries, theaters, and creative spaces?

Answer: The cultural and art district is known as the Kala Ghoda Arts
Precinct.

Question 37: Which historic landmark in Mumbai was originally built as a

public library and is known for its grand architecture?

Answer: The historic landmark is the David Sassoon Library and Reading
Room.

Question 38: What is the famous annual festival in Mumbai known for its
colorful and joyous celebrations, featuring processions and parades?

Answer: The famous annual festival is Ganesh Chaturthi.

Question 39: Which famous medical institution in Mumbai is known for its
medical education and research?

Answer: The famous medical institution is the Seth G.S. Medical College
and KEM Hospital.

Question 40: What is the name of the famous public square in Mumbai
known for its gatherings and protests?

Answer: The famous public square is Azad Maidan.

Question 41: Which popular film industry is headquartered in Mumbai and

is one of the largest centers for the production of Indian films?

Answer: The popular film industry is Bollywood.

Question 42: What is the famous public transport system in Mumbai that
consists of buses and is known for its distinctive red buses?

Answer: The famous public transport system is the Brihanmumbai Electric

Supply and Transport (BEST) buses.

Question 43: Which iconic sea-link bridge connects Bandra and Worli,
significantly reducing travel time in Mumbai?

Answer: The iconic sea-link bridge is the Bandra-Worli Sea Link.

Question 44: What is the name of the famous garden in Mumbai known
for its well-maintained lawns, flowerbeds, and seaside views?

Answer: The famous garden is the Hanging Gardens in Malabar Hill.

Question 45: Which historical market in Mumbai is famous for its antiques,
jewelry, and traditional Indian items and is also the oldest market in the
city?

Answer: The historical market is Zaveri Bazaar.

Question 46: What is the name of the famous racing track in Mumbai that
hosts horse racing events?
Answer: The famous racing track is the Mahalaxmi Racecourse.

Question 47: Which prominent mosque in Mumbai was built by a

prominent Indian businessman and is known for its striking architecture?

Answer: The prominent mosque is the Haji Ali Dargah.

Question 48: What is the name of the popular suburban area in Mumbai
known for its modern infrastructure and corporate offices?

Answer: The popular suburban area is Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC).

Question 49: Which famous open-air laundry in Mumbai is known for

washing clothes from all over the city?

Answer: The famous open-air laundry is Dhobi Ghat.

Question 50: What is the name of the iconic tower in South Mumbai that
offers panoramic views of the city and is also a historic site?

Answer: The iconic tower is the Rajabai Clock Tower.

Feel free to use this quiz to test your knowledge of Mumbai or share it with
others to see how well they know the city.
QUIZ ON KOLKATTA

Question 1: What is the official name of the city,

often referred to as Calcutta?

Answer: The official name of the city is Kolkata.

Question 2: In which Indian state is Kolkata

located?

Answer: Kolkata is located in the Indian state of

West Bengal.
Question 3: What is the iconic bridge in Kolkata,
often compared to the Golden Gate Bridge in San
Francisco?

Answer: The iconic bridge is the Howrah Bridge,

now known as Rabindra Setu.

Question 4: Which famous river flows through

Kolkata and is crossed by the Howrah Bridge?

Answer: The Hooghly River flows through Kolkata.

Question 5: What is the historic market area in

Kolkata known for its diverse range of goods, from
textiles to electronics?

Answer: The historic market area is New Market.

Question 6: Which famous building in Kolkata is

the seat of the West Bengal government?

Answer: The famous building is the Writers'

Building.

Question 7: Who is the famous Indian poet and

Nobel laureate from Kolkata, often referred to as
the "Bard of Bengal"?

Answer: The famous poet is Rabindranath Tagore.

Question 8: What is the name of the iconic tram

service that operates in Kolkata, making it the only
city in India to have trams?
Answer: The iconic tram service is the Calcutta
Tramways Company (CTC).

Question 9: What is the name of the historical

market area in Kolkata that specializes in selling
flowers and is known for its vibrant atmosphere?

Answer: The historical market area is the Mallick

Ghat Flower Market.

Question 10: Which popular cricket stadium in

Kolkata is home to the Kolkata Knight Riders in
the Indian Premier League (IPL)?

Answer: The popular cricket stadium is the Eden

Gardens.

Question 11: What is the name of the famous

botanical garden in Kolkata that houses the Great
Banyan Tree?

Answer: The famous botanical garden is the

Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic
Garden.

Question 12: Which iconic street in Kolkata is

known for its bookstores, publishing houses, and
intellectual legacy?

Answer: The iconic street is College Street.

Question 13: What is the name of the renowned
Indian museum in Kolkata that houses an
extensive collection of art and artifacts?

Answer: The renowned Indian museum is the

Indian Museum.

Question 14: Which historic monument in Kolkata

was built in memory of Queen Victoria and is now
known as "Victoria Memorial"?

Answer: The historic monument is the Victoria

Memorial.

Question 15: What is the popular religious festival

celebrated with grand processions and fanfare in
Kolkata?

Answer: The popular religious festival is Durga

Puja.

Question 16: Which famous educational institution

in Kolkata is known for its association with several
Nobel laureates?

Answer: The famous educational institution is the

University of Calcutta.

Question 17: What is the name of the famous lake

in Kolkata, known for its boating and picnicking
opportunities?

Answer: The famous lake is Rabindra Sarobar.

Question 18: Which iconic theater in Kolkata is
known for its cultural performances and plays a
significant role in Bengali performing arts?

Answer: The iconic theater is the Academy of Fine

Arts.

Question 19: What is the popular mode of public

transportation in Kolkata, characterized by its
distinctive yellow color?

Answer: The popular mode of public transportation

is the Kolkata Yellow Taxi.

Question 20: Which famous temple in Kolkata is

dedicated to the goddess Kali and is one of the
most significant pilgrimage sites for Hindus?

Answer: The famous temple is the Kalighat

Temple.

Question 21: What is the name of the annual

international film festival held in Kolkata that
showcases a wide range of cinema?

Answer: The annual international film festival is

the Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF).

Question 22: Which iconic church in Kolkata is one

of the oldest in the city and known for its Gothic
architecture?

Answer: The iconic church is St. Paul's Cathedral.

Question 23: What is the name of the famous street
food in Kolkata, consisting of deep-fried lentil or
gram flour fritters?

Answer: The famous street food is Pakoras or

"Telebhaja" in Bengali.

Question 24: Which famous educational institution

in Kolkata is known for its engineering and
technological programs?

Answer: The famous educational institution is the

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur.

Question 25: What is the name of the famous park

in Kolkata known for its lush greenery and the
towering figure of Mother Teresa?

Answer: The famous park is the Mother's Wax

Museum and Mother Teresa Sarani Park.

Question 26: Which iconic neighborhood in Kolkata

is known for its bohemian culture, arts, and music
scenes?

Answer: The iconic neighborhood is South

Kolkata's Sudder Street.

Question 27: What is the famous Hindu festival

celebrated with colorful processions and playing
with colored powders and water?

Answer: The famous Hindu festival is Holi.

Question 28: Which historic monument in Kolkata
is a famous clock tower and popular gathering
place for people?

Answer: The historic monument is Shahid Minar

(formerly Ochterlony Monument).

Question 29: What is the name of the iconic movie

theater in Kolkata known for its grandeur and
hosting film premieres?

Answer: The iconic movie theater is Nandan.

Question 30: Which famous bridge in Kolkata

connects the city with the town of Howrah and is
one of the busiest in India?

Answer: The famous bridge is the Howrah Bridge,

now known as Rabindra Setu.

Question 31: What is the name of the famous

square in Kolkata known for its political rallies and
gatherings?

Answer: The famous square is Esplanade.

Question 32: Which iconic market in Kolkata is

known for its pottery and clay idols, especially
during the festival of Durga Puja?

Answer: The iconic market is Kumartuli.

Question 33: What is the name of the famous
industrial area in Kolkata known for its thriving
business and commerce?

Answer: The famous industrial area is Howrah

Industrial Area.

Question 34: Which historic mosque in Kolkata is

known for its grand architecture and is one of the
city's oldest mosques?

Answer: The historic mosque is Nakhoda Masjid.

Question 35: What is the name of the famous

market in Kolkata known for its gold and jewelry
shops?

Answer: The famous market is Bowbazar.

Question 36: Which iconic lake in Kolkata is known

for its beautiful surroundings and is often
frequented by couples and families?

Answer: The iconic lake is Rabindra Sarobar.

Question 37: What is the name of the famous

educational institution in Kolkata known for its
medical programs and research?

Answer: The famous educational institution is the

Calcutta Medical College.
Question 38: Which famous temple in Kolkata is
dedicated to Lord Shiva and is known for its annual
Shivratri celebrations?

Answer: The famous temple is the Tarakeswar

Temple.

Question 39: What is the name of the famous

market in Kolkata known for its collection of
books, rare and second-hand?

Answer: The famous market is College Street (Boi

Para).

Question 40: Which historic location in Kolkata is

known for its association with the Indian freedom
movement and is now a museum?

Answer: The historic location is Jorasanko Thakur

Bari, the ancestral home of Rabindranath Tagore.

Question 41: Which popular dance form has its

roots in Kolkata and is known for its graceful
movements and storytelling?

Answer: The popular dance form is Kathak.

Question 42: What is the name of the famous

auditorium and cultural center in Kolkata that
hosts various events and performances?

Answer: The famous auditorium is Kala Mandir.

Question 43: Which famous golf course in Kolkata
is one of the oldest in India and is known for its
challenging layout?

Answer: The famous golf course is the Royal

Calcutta Golf Club.

Question 44: What is the name of the annual book

fair held in Kolkata, one of the largest in Asia?

Answer: The annual book fair is the Kolkata

International Book Fair.

Question 45: Which iconic temple in Kolkata is

dedicated to Goddess Durga and is a major
pilgrimage site during Durga Puja?

Answer: The iconic temple is the Dakshineswar

Kali Temple.

Question 46: What is the name of the famous street

in Kolkata that houses many jewelry shops and is a
popular shopping destination?

Answer: The famous street is Bowbazar Street.

Question 47: Which historic institution in Kolkata

is known for its association with the Indian Coffee
House and its intellectual gatherings?

Answer: The historic institution is the Indian

Coffee House.
Question 48: What is the name of the annual film
festival held in Kolkata that showcases
international and national films?

Answer: The annual film festival is the Kolkata

International Film Festival (KIFF).

Question 49: Which iconic hospital in Kolkata is

known for its medical care and is one of the oldest
in India?

Answer: The iconic hospital is the Calcutta

Medical College and Hospital.

Question 50: What is the name of the famous street

in Kolkata known for its grand colonial
architecture and historic buildings?

Answer: The famous street is Esplanade Row.

Question 1: What is the official name of

Thiruvananthapuram?

Answer: The official name of Thiruvananthapuram

is Thiruvananthapuram.

Question 2: In which Indian state is

Thiruvananthapuram located?

Answer: Thiruvananthapuram is located in the

Indian state of Kerala.
Question 3: What is the famous palace in
Thiruvananthapuram that serves as the official
residence of the Kerala state's royal family?

Answer: The famous palace is Kuthira Malika, also

known as the Kuthira Malika Palace.

Question 4: Which historic temple in

Thiruvananthapuram is dedicated to Lord
Padmanabhaswamy and is known for its grand
architecture?

Answer: The historic temple is Sree

Padmanabhaswamy Temple.

Question 5: What is the name of the famous beach

in Thiruvananthapuram known for its golden sands
and calm waters?

Answer: The famous beach is Kovalam Beach.

Question 6: Which popular museum in

Thiruvananthapuram houses an impressive
collection of ancient and contemporary art?

Answer: The popular museum is the Napier

Museum.

Question 7: What is the name of the iconic zoo in

Thiruvananthapuram known for its diverse
collection of animals and birds?
Answer: The iconic zoo is the Thiruvananthapuram
Zoo, also known as the Trivandrum Zoo.

Question 8: Which famous lake in

Thiruvananthapuram is known for its calm waters
and boating opportunities?

Answer: The famous lake is Vellayani Lake.

Question 9: What is the name of the historic fort in

Thiruvananthapuram known for its rich history and
architectural beauty?

Answer: The historic fort is Padmanabhapuram

Palace.

Question 10: Which iconic sports stadium in

Thiruvananthapuram has hosted international
cricket matches?

Answer: The iconic sports stadium is the

Greenfield International Stadium.

Question 11: What is the name of the famous

science and technology museum in
Thiruvananthapuram known for its interactive
exhibits?

Answer: The famous museum is the Priyadarsini

Planetarium.
Question 12: Which famous hill station near
Thiruvananthapuram is known for its lush tea
gardens and picturesque landscapes?

Answer: The famous hill station is Ponmudi.

Question 13: What is the name of the annual

cultural festival in Thiruvananthapuram that
showcases traditional art forms?

Answer: The annual cultural festival is the

Nishagandhi Festival.

Question 14: Which iconic university in

Thiruvananthapuram is known for its academic
excellence and research programs?

Answer: The iconic university is the University of

Kerala.

Question 15: What is the name of the popular

temple in Thiruvananthapuram dedicated to Lord
Ayyappa and known for the Sabarimala pilgrimage?

Answer: The popular temple is the Ayyappa

Temple, Sabarimala.

Question 16: Which historic mosque in

Thiruvananthapuram is known for its impressive
architecture and historical significance?

Answer: The historic mosque is the Palayam Juma

Masjid.
Question 17: What is the name of the annual music
and dance festival in Thiruvananthapuram that
attracts artists from across India?

Answer: The annual festival is the Swathi

Sangeethotsavam.

Question 18: Which famous medical institution in

Thiruvananthapuram is known for its healthcare
services and medical education?

Answer: The famous medical institution is the Sree

Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and
Technology.

Question 19: What is the name of the famous dam

near Thiruvananthapuram that is a major source of
water and electricity for the region?

Answer: The famous dam is the Neyyar Dam.

Question 20: Which iconic church in

Thiruvananthapuram is known for its grand
architecture and historical significance?

Answer: The iconic church is St. Joseph's

Metropolitan Cathedral.

Question 21: What is the name of the annual art

festival in Thiruvananthapuram that showcases
contemporary and traditional art forms?
Answer: The annual art festival is the Kerala
Lalithakala Akademi's Art Exhibition.

Question 22: Which famous hospital in

Thiruvananthapuram is known for its medical care
and research facilities?

Answer: The famous hospital is the Sree Chitra

Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and
Technology.

Question 23: What is the name of the famous

lighthouse in Thiruvananthapuram that provides
stunning views of the city and the Arabian Sea?

Answer: The famous lighthouse is the Vizhinjam

Lighthouse.

Question 24: Which iconic temple in

Thiruvananthapuram is known for its annual Arattu
festival and procession?

Answer: The iconic temple is Attukal Bhagavathy

Temple.

Question 25: What is the name of the popular

cultural center in Thiruvananthapuram that hosts a
wide range of events and performances?

Answer: The popular cultural center is

Kanakakkunnu Palace.
Question 26: Which famous school in
Thiruvananthapuram is known for its academic
excellence and is one of the oldest in India?

Answer: The famous school is Government Model

Boys Higher Secondary School.

Question 27: What is the name of the famous

market in Thiruvananthapuram known for its
diverse range of goods, from textiles to
electronics?

Answer: The famous market is Chalai Market.

Question 28: Which iconic theater in

Thiruvananthapuram is known for its cultural
performances and plays a significant role in the
arts scene?

Answer: The iconic theater is Tagore Theatre.

Question 29: What is the name of the annual flower

show in Thiruvananthapuram that displays a
colorful array of flowers and plants?

Answer: The annual flower show is the Vellayani

Agricultural College Flower Show.

Question 30: Which famous temple in

Thiruvananthapuram is dedicated to Lord Krishna
and is known for its grand celebrations during the
Onam festival?
Answer: The famous temple is the Sreevaraham
Lakshmi Varaha Temple.

Question 31: What is the name of the famous lake

in Thiruvananthapuram known for its scenic beauty
and boating facilities?

Answer: The famous lake is Shanghumukham

Beach and Veli Lake.

Question 32: Which iconic monument in

Thiruvananthapuram is a symbol of India's
independence and stands as a memorial to
Mahatma Gandhi?

Answer: The iconic monument is the Mahatma

Gandhi Statue.

Question 33: What is the name of the famous

public square in Thiruvananthapuram known for
political rallies and gatherings?

Answer: The famous public square is Martyr's

Square.

Question 34: Which historic location in

Thiruvananthapuram is associated with the
Travancore royal family and is now a museum?

Answer: The historic location is Koyikkal Palace.

Question 35: What is the name of the famous park
in Thiruvananthapuram known for its lush greenery
and serene atmosphere?

Answer: The famous park is Kanakakunnu Palace

and Park.

Question 36: Which popular beach in

Thiruvananthapuram is known for its serene
surroundings and is a favorite spot for locals?

Answer: The popular beach is Shanghumugham

Beach.

Question 37: What is the name of the famous

bridge in Thiruvananthapuram known for its
distinctive architecture?

Answer: The famous bridge is Shanghumugham

Bridge.

Question 38: Which iconic theater in

Thiruvananthapuram is known for hosting classical
music and dance performances?

Answer: The iconic theater is Kalabhavan Theatre.

Question 39: What is the name of the famous

stadium in Thiruvananthapuram known for hosting
athletics events and sports competitions?

Answer: The famous stadium is Jimmy George

Indoor Stadium.
Question 40: Which historic market area in
Thiruvananthapuram is known for its bustling
bazaars, street food, and vibrant atmosphere?

Answer: The historic market area is Pazhavangadi.

Question 41: What is the name of the annual

literature festival in Thiruvananthapuram that
celebrates literary works and authors?

Answer: The annual literature festival is

Trivandrum Literature Festival.

Question 42: Which famous temple in

Thiruvananthapuram is dedicated to Lord Vishnu
and is known for its Ekadasi observances?

Answer: The famous temple is Ananthankadu

Nagaraja Temple.

Question 43: What is the name of the famous music

and dance school in Thiruvananthapuram known
for its cultural programs?

Answer: The famous music and dance school is

Swathi Thirunal College of Music.

Question 44: Which iconic garden in

Thiruvananthapuram is known for its well-
maintained lawns, flowerbeds, and serene
ambiance?

Answer: The iconic garden is Central Park.

Question 45: What is the name of the annual event
in Thiruvananthapuram known for showcasing
traditional martial arts?

Answer: The annual event is Kalari Pattu.

Question 46: Which popular educational institution

in Thiruvananthapuram is known for its science
and technology programs?

Answer: The popular educational institution is the

Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology
(IIST).

Question 47: What is the name of the famous

temple in Thiruvananthapuram dedicated to Lord
Vishnu and known for its festivals?

Answer: The famous temple is the Attukal

Bhagavathy Temple.

Question 48: Which famous church in

Thiruvananthapuram is known for its religious
significance and grand architecture?

Answer: The famous church is St. Mary's Orthodox

Cathedral.

Question 49: What is the name of the annual

science festival in Thiruvananthapuram that
promotes scientific knowledge and awareness?
 Answer: The annual science festival is the National
Science Day Celebration.

Question 50: Which historic library in

Thiruvananthapuram is known for its vast
collection of books and literary resources?

Answer: The historic library is the Connemara

Public Library.

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a. S 400 Defense System

b. Iron Dome
c. Air defense Dome
d. ADGES
Ans. b
Explanation: Israel's Air Defense System to
intercept missiles is called Iron Dome. Read| Iron
Dome explained: Know all about it here
2. Which country supported Israel in the
development of Iron Dome?
a. Iran
b. Russia
c. USA
d. India
Ans. c
Explanation: Israel got monetary aid from US
House of Representatives for the development of
Iron Dome which happens to be the best air
defense system of the world.
3. What was the old name of Jerusalem?
a. Yerushalayim
b. al-Quds
c. Both a and b
d. None of the above
Ans. c
Explanation: Jerusalem was known as
Yerushalayim in Hebrew and as al-Quds in Arabic.
4. Which of the following statements is true
regarding the Second Temple
i) King Herod restructured the second Temple
ii) The retaining walls were added to the second
temple in 37 BC
a. Only i
b. Only ii
c. Both i and ii
d. None of the above
Ans. c
Explanation: In 37 BC King Herod restructured the
second Temple and added retaining walls to it.
5. What according to Herzl were the boundaries of
Greater Israel?
 i) from the Brook of Egypt to the Euphrates
ii) South Lebanon up to Sidon and the Litani River
a. Only i
b. Only ii
c. Both i and ii
d. None of the above
Ans. a
Explanation: The concept of a “Greater Israel'',
according to the founding father of Zionism
Theodore Herzl, is a Jewish State stretching “from
the Brook of Egypt to the Euphrates.”
Related| What is Greater Israel? Why is it not
acceptable to the Palestinians and Islamists
6. What was the great movement of the Jews from
all over the world to Palestine called?
a. Aliyahs
b. Al Nakba
c. Holocaust
d. None of the above
Ans. a
Explanation: It was between 1882 to 1948, when
the Jews from around the world gathered in
Palestine. This movement came to be known as
Aliyahs.
7. What is the Palestine 194 Campaign?
i) This is Palestine's initiative to include itself as a
member of UNO
ii) It is the area to be given to Palestine
a. Only i
b. Only ii
c. Both i and ii
d. None of the above
Ans. a
Explanation: In 2014, Palestine started its efforts
to include itself in the United Nations as the
member state. This was called the Palestine 194
Campaign.
8. Who is the initiator of Zionism?
a. Jesus Christ
b. Herzl
c. Mohammad
d. None of the above
Ans. b
Explanation: Modern Israel can find its origins in
Zionism. This movement was established in the
late 19th century by Herzl.
Related| Israel: History, creation, conflicts and
other important facts - Know it all
9. Who took over Palestine after the downfall of
Ottoman empire?
a. America
b. Britain
c. Russia
d. Iran
Ans. b
Explanation: When Ottoman Empire collapsed
during World War I, Britain took over Palestine.
10. What is true about Israel in the statements
listed below
 i) It is situated towards the east of Mediterranean
sea
ii) Jordan is the longest flowing river in Israel
a. Only i
b. Only ii
c. Both i and ii
d. None of the above
Ans. c
Explanation: Israel is located at the eastern end of
the Mediterranean Sea in Western Asia and Jordan
is the largest flowing river of Israel.
Read| Jews vs Arabs in Israel: What made the two
communities rise up against each other?
11. Choose the correct statement about Abraham
from below
i) Abraham believed that there is only one God who
is the creator of the Universe
ii) His son's name was Isaac who he tried to
sacrifice for God
a. Only i
b. Only ii
c. Both i and ii
d. None of the above
Ans. c
Explanation: The people of Israel or the Jews, can
trace their origin to Abraham. Abraham established
the belief that there is only one God. He called him
the creator of the universe. He had a son named
Isaac or Yitshak.
12. Who proclaimed Palestine to be independent?
a. UNO
b. PLO
c. USA
d. None of the above
Ans. b
Explanation: Palestine was proclaimed
independent by Palestine Liberation Organization
(PLO) in the year 1988 which was later stamped by
Oslo Accords in 1993.
Also Read| Which countries recognize and support
Palestine as a State? All about it's effect on Israel
13. Who is Israel named after?
a. Abraham
b. Moses
c. Jacob
d. Yitshak
Ans. c
Explanation: Abraham, his son Yitshak or known as
Isaac, and grandson Jacob who is also called
Israel, are also called the patriarchs of the
Israelites. Israel derives its name from the name
given to Jacob.
14. Where is the name Jew derived from?
a. Jacob
b. Yehuda
c. Abraham
d. Yosef
Ans. b
Explanation: The name Jew is derived from Yehuda
(Judah), one of the 12 sons of Jacob (Reuben,
 Shimon, Levi, Yehuda, Dan, Naphtali, Gad, Asher,
Yisachar, Zevulun, Yosef, Binyamin)
15. Where is the Sinai Peninsula located?
i) It is located between Red Sea and the
Mediterranean Sea
ii) It is the territory of Israel
iii) It is the only part of Egypt in Asia
a. Only i
b. i and ii
c. ii and iii
d. i and iii
Ans. d
Explanation: The Sinai Peninsula, or simply Sinai is
a peninsula in Egypt, and the only part of the
country located in Asia. It is between the
Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea. Read|
Jerusalem: Why is this ancient city so important
for Christians, Muslims and Jews?
16. Which of the statements stands true for
Jerusalem?
i) Jesus was said to be born in Jerusalem
ii) King Herod restructured the second Temple and
added retaining walls to it
a. Only i
b. Only ii
c. Both i and ii
d. None of the above
Ans. b
Explanation: King Herod restructured the second
Temple and added retaining walls to it in 37
 BC.Jesus is said to be crucified in the city of
Jerusalem.
17. Muslim Quarter in Jerusalem houses al Aqsa
Mosque. Where is it situated?
a. On plateau of Haram al Sharif
b. On the West Bank
c. On Dome Rock
d. On the bank of Jordan
Ans. a
Explanation: In Jerusalem, the Muslim Quarter is
the largest of the four quarters containing the
shrine of the Dome of Rock and the al-Aqsa
Mosque on a plateau called the Haram al-Sharif, or
the Noble Sanctuary.
18. Choose the correct statement about Israel
Palestinian Conflict:
i) The Isaraeli-Palestinian conflict is an ongoing
struggle since mid 20th century
ii) Between 1882 to 1948, the Jews from around
the world gathered in Palestine
a. Only i
b. Only ii
c. Both i and ii
d. None of the above
Ans. c
Explanation: The Isaraeli-Palestinian conflict is an
ongoing struggle since mid 20th century.It was
between 1882 to 1948, when the Jews from around
the world gathered in Palestine. This movement
came to be known as Aliyahs.