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Who is known for inventing the crescograph?- a)Jagadish Chandra Bose
- b)Stephen Hawking
- c)Thomas Alva Edison
- d)Marie Curie
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
a)
Jagadish Chandra Bose
b)
Stephen Hawking
c)
Thomas Alva Edison
d)
Marie Curie
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Stoneridge Institute answered |
Jagadish Chandra Bose, a renowned scientist, is known for inventing the crescograph, an instrument used to record plant growth. Bose's groundbreaking research contributed significantly to our understanding of plant physiology and paved the way for advancements
Which author wrote the famous novel "Pride and Prejudice"?- a)Rabindranath Tagore
- b)Jane Austen
- c)Martin Luther King, Jr.
- d)Munshi Premchand
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
a)
Rabindranath Tagore
b)
Jane Austen
c)
Martin Luther King, Jr.
d)
Munshi Premchand
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Stoneridge Institute answered |
Jane Austen, an English novelist, wrote the famous novel "Pride and Prejudice". Published in 1813, it is one of Austen's most beloved works and is considered a classic of English literature. The novel explores themes of love, marriage, and social class in the early 19th century British society. Austen's witty writing style and keen observation of human behavior have ensured the enduring popularity of "Pride and Prejudice" for centuries.
Which philosopher advocated for the principle of "Be frank and fearless," and believed in the power of truth and rational thinking?- a)Abraham Lincoln
- b)Karl Marx
- c)Mahatma Gandhi
- d)Socrates
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Which philosopher advocated for the principle of "Be frank and fearless," and believed in the power of truth and rational thinking?
a)
Abraham Lincoln
b)
Karl Marx
c)
Mahatma Gandhi
d)
Socrates
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Aditya Shah answered |
Socrates advocated for the principle of "Be frank and fearless" and emphasized the importance of truth and rational thinking.
Which philosopher wrote a book called "Dialogues" to document the teachings of Socrates?- a)Abraham Lincoln
- b)Karl Marx
- c)Mahatma Gandhi
- d)Plato
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Which philosopher wrote a book called "Dialogues" to document the teachings of Socrates?
a)
Abraham Lincoln
b)
Karl Marx
c)
Mahatma Gandhi
d)
Plato
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Avinash Patel answered |
Plato, one of the followers of Socrates, wrote a book called "Dialogues" to document the teachings of Socrates.
How did Socrates teach his disciples?- a)He only talked to young men wherever he met them
- b)He wrote down his teachings in a book
- c)He gave lectures to large groups of people
- d)He never taught anyone
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
How did Socrates teach his disciples?
a)
He only talked to young men wherever he met them
b)
He wrote down his teachings in a book
c)
He gave lectures to large groups of people
d)
He never taught anyone
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Stoneridge Institute answered |
Socrates did not write down his teachings in any book. He only talked to young men wherever he met them. He would set them to think about what was good in life and ask them to give their opinions on a subject. This method of engaging in dialogues is known as the Socratic method, highlighting his approach to teaching through conversation and questioning.
Why did Socrates make many enemies?- a)Because he was a wealthy man
- b)Because he was disrespectful to the gods
- c)Because he was misguiding the youth with his ideas
- d)Because he was too friendly with everyone
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Why did Socrates make many enemies?
a)
Because he was a wealthy man
b)
Because he was disrespectful to the gods
c)
Because he was misguiding the youth with his ideas
d)
Because he was too friendly with everyone
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Amit Kumar answered |
Socrates made many enemies because he challenged what they thought and said. Some of them brought him to trial in court and accused him of being disrespectful to the gods and misguiding the youth with his ideas.
Which philosopher won the Nobel Prize for peace for his efforts in advocating civil rights and non-violence?- a)Abraham Lincoln
- b)Karl Marx
- c)Mahatma Gandhi
- d)Martin Luther King
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Which philosopher won the Nobel Prize for peace for his efforts in advocating civil rights and non-violence?
a)
Abraham Lincoln
b)
Karl Marx
c)
Mahatma Gandhi
d)
Martin Luther King
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Aditya Shah answered |
Martin Luther King won the Nobel Prize for peace for his advocacy of civil rights and non-violence in the United States.
Which field was Rabindranath Tagore associated with?- a)Politics
- b)Sports
- c)Philosophy and literature
- d)Medicine
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Which field was Rabindranath Tagore associated with?
a)
Politics
b)
Sports
c)
Philosophy and literature
d)
Medicine
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Rahul Kumar answered |
Rabindranath Tagore was a multifaceted personality known for his contributions to literature, music, and philosophy. He was a prolific poet, writer, and philosopher who penned numerous acclaimed works. Tagore's literary masterpiece "Gitanjali" earned him the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913. Additionally, he was deeply involved in India's cultural and educational renaissance, founding the Visva-Bharati University in Santiniketan.
Who is known as the 'father of plastic surgery'?- a)Sundarlal Bahuguna
- b)Sushruta
- c)Thomas Alva Edison
- d)Sunil Gavaskar
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
a)
Sundarlal Bahuguna
b)
Sushruta
c)
Thomas Alva Edison
d)
Sunil Gavaskar
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Rahul Kumar answered |
Sushruta, an ancient Indian surgeon from the 6th century BCE, is often referred to as the 'father of plastic surgery'. He was an expert in various surgical procedures, including reconstructive surgery. Sushruta's pioneering contributions to the field of surgery are documented in the Susruta Samhita, an ancient Indian text that serves as an encyclopedia of surgical knowledge. His techniques and teachings laid the foundation for modern surgical practices.
Which philosopher led peaceful demonstrations and fought for the civil rights of the coloured population in the United States?- a)Abraham Lincoln
- b)Karl Marx
- c)Mahatma Gandhi
- d)Martin Luther King
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Which philosopher led peaceful demonstrations and fought for the civil rights of the coloured population in the United States?
a)
Abraham Lincoln
b)
Karl Marx
c)
Mahatma Gandhi
d)
Martin Luther King
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Aditya Shah answered |
Martin Luther King led peaceful demonstrations and advocated for the civil rights of the coloured population in the United States, following the principles of non-violence.
Who was Socrates?- a)A great mathematician
- b)A great philosopher and teacher
- c)A famous scientist
- d)A well-known artist
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Who was Socrates?
a)
A great mathematician
b)
A great philosopher and teacher
c)
A famous scientist
d)
A well-known artist
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Shilpa Choudhury answered |
Socrates was a great philosopher and teacher who lived in Greece around 2400 years ago. He is known for his teachings on wisdom and honesty, and his guiding principle of "Know yourself."
Who was the most important follower of Socrates?- a)Aristotle
- b)Plato
- c)Confucius
- d)Isaac Newton
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Who was the most important follower of Socrates?
a)
Aristotle
b)
Plato
c)
Confucius
d)
Isaac Newton
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Aditya Shah answered |
he most important follower of Socrates was Plato. He put down the teachings of Socrates in the form of a book called the Dialogues. Socrates' main teachings were to be frank and fearless, not accept anything blindly, not believe in superstitions, believe in nothing but the truth, and to know the truth, apply your mind and think rationally.
What did Mahatma Gandhi's Satyagraha mean?- a)Non-violent resistance against injustice
- b)Armed rebellion against the British government
- c)Hindu religious devotion
- d)A political party in India
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
What did Mahatma Gandhi's Satyagraha mean?
a)
Non-violent resistance against injustice
b)
Armed rebellion against the British government
c)
Hindu religious devotion
d)
A political party in India
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Amit Kumar answered |
According to the passage, Mahatma Gandhi called his fight against injustice Satyagraha, which means insistence on truth. He advised people to remain peaceful and non-violent, and used truth and non-violence as his weapons to fight against the British government.
For what was Martin Luther King awarded the Nobel Prize in 1964?- a)Literature
- b)Medicine
- c)Chemistry
- d)Peace
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
For what was Martin Luther King awarded the Nobel Prize in 1964?
a)
Literature
b)
Medicine
c)
Chemistry
d)
Peace
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Aditya Shah answered |
Martin Luther King was awarded the Nobel Prize for peace in 1964. He had been fighting for the rights of the coloured in his country and had been leading many peaceful demonstrations.
Who founded the first girls' school in Pune in 1848?- a)Savitribai Phule
- b)Sushruta
- c)Jagadish Chandra Bose
- d)Martin Luther King, Jr.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
a)
Savitribai Phule
b)
Sushruta
c)
Jagadish Chandra Bose
d)
Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Edu Impact answered |
Savitribai Phule, a poet and social reformer, along with her husband Jyotiba Phule, founded the first girls' school in Pune in 1848. Their pioneering efforts in promoting women's education and fighting against social injustices, such as the caste system, had a profound impact on Indian society. Savitribai Phule's advocacy for girls' education laid the foundation for greater gender equality and empowerment in India. She remains an inspirational figure in the history of Indian education and social reform.
Who was honored with the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1913?- a)Rabindranath Tagore
- b)Martin Luther King, Jr.
- c)Sundarlal Bahuguna
- d)Jane Austen
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
a)
Rabindranath Tagore
b)
Martin Luther King, Jr.
c)
Sundarlal Bahuguna
d)
Jane Austen
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Stoneridge Institute answered |
Rabindranath Tagore, a renowned Indian poet, writer, and philosopher, was honored with the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1913. He received the prestigious award for his collection of poetry titled "Gitanjali". Tagore's poetic works, characterized by their profound spirituality and universal themes, have left an indelible mark on world literature. He was the first non-European to be awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, bringing global recognition to Indian literature and culture.
What was Marie Curie famous for?- a)Inventing the electric light bulb
- b)Discovering two new elements - polonium and radium
- c)Writing famous novels like Pride and Prejudice
- d)Winning multiple Olympic gold medals
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
a)
Inventing the electric light bulb
b)
Discovering two new elements - polonium and radium
c)
Writing famous novels like Pride and Prejudice
d)
Winning multiple Olympic gold medals
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Stoneridge Institute answered |
Marie Curie, along with her husband Pierre Curie, discovered two new elements - polonium and radium. These discoveries were groundbreaking in the field of science and earned her international recognition. Polonium was named after her homeland, Poland. Radium, one of the elements she discovered, was used in the development of X-rays, revolutionizing medical diagnostics. Curie's contributions to science were immense, and she became the first woman to be awarded a Nobel Prize, winning it twice - once in physics in 1903 and again in chemistry in 1911.
Which philosopher believed in the idea that workers would rise against the capitalists and take control to address the economic inequality caused by industrialization?- a)Abraham Lincoln
- b)Karl Marx
- c)Mahatma Gandhi
- d)Martin Luther King
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Which philosopher believed in the idea that workers would rise against the capitalists and take control to address the economic inequality caused by industrialization?
a)
Abraham Lincoln
b)
Karl Marx
c)
Mahatma Gandhi
d)
Martin Luther King
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Priyanka Kapoor answered |
Karl Marx believed that workers would eventually rise against capitalists and address the economic inequality caused by industrialization.
What did Abraham Lincoln do to unite the country?- a)He won the Civil War and freed all the slaves
- b)He declared war on the southern states
- c)He allowed slavery to continue in the southern states
- d)He refused to take a stance on slavery
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
What did Abraham Lincoln do to unite the country?
a)
He won the Civil War and freed all the slaves
b)
He declared war on the southern states
c)
He allowed slavery to continue in the southern states
d)
He refused to take a stance on slavery
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Shilpa Choudhury answered |
He won the Civil War and freed all the slaves. Lincoln's victory in the Civil War helped keep the country united and his Emancipation Proclamation freed all the slaves.
Who fought against laws that kept white and black people apart?- a)Abraham Lincoln
- b)Marie Curie
- c)Martin Luther King, Jr.
- d)Rabindranath Tagore
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
a)
Abraham Lincoln
b)
Marie Curie
c)
Martin Luther King, Jr.
d)
Rabindranath Tagore
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Edu Impact answered |
Martin Luther King, Jr. was an American civil rights activist who fought against laws that enforced racial segregation and discrimination against African-Americans. He led the civil rights movement in the United States, advocating for equality and justice for all. His famous "I have a dream" speech, delivered in 1963, inspired millions of people to join the struggle against racial injustice. King's efforts were instrumental in bringing about significant changes in American society, and he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964 for his tireless work towards racial equality.
What did Karl Marx believe about capitalists and workers?- a)Capitalists always treat the workers fairly and justly
- b)Workers should not rise against capitalists
- c)Capitalists try to suppress the workers
- d)Workers should not have any rights
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
What did Karl Marx believe about capitalists and workers?
a)
Capitalists always treat the workers fairly and justly
b)
Workers should not rise against capitalists
c)
Capitalists try to suppress the workers
d)
Workers should not have any rights
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Aditya Shah answered |
Capitalists try to suppress the workers. Karl Marx believed that capitalists always try to suppress the workers and take advantage of their labor.
Which philosopher believed in the idea of communism and wrote "Das Capital" to express his views on economic and social problems?- a)Abraham Lincoln
- b)Karl Marx
- c)Mahatma Gandhi
- d)Socrates
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Which philosopher believed in the idea of communism and wrote "Das Capital" to express his views on economic and social problems?
a)
Abraham Lincoln
b)
Karl Marx
c)
Mahatma Gandhi
d)
Socrates
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Avinash Patel answered |
Karl Marx was a philosopher who advocated for communism and expressed his views in his work "Das Capital."
Who was the American President responsible for ending slavery in the United States?- a)Abraham Lincoln
- b)Karl Marx
- c)Mahatma Gandhi
- d)Martin Luther King
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Who was the American President responsible for ending slavery in the United States?
a)
Abraham Lincoln
b)
Karl Marx
c)
Mahatma Gandhi
d)
Martin Luther King
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Avinash Patel answered |
Abraham Lincoln, as the President of the United States, played a crucial role in ending slavery through his efforts and policies.
Which philosopher was shot dead by an individual named Nathuram Godse in New Delhi for his advocacy of equality and unity among different religious groups?- a)Abraham Lincoln
- b)Karl Marx
- c)Mahatma Gandhi
- d)Martin Luther King
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Which philosopher was shot dead by an individual named Nathuram Godse in New Delhi for his advocacy of equality and unity among different religious groups?
a)
Abraham Lincoln
b)
Karl Marx
c)
Mahatma Gandhi
d)
Martin Luther King
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Avinash Patel answered |
Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated by Nathuram Godse in New Delhi for his beliefs in equality, unity among different religious groups, and non-violence.
How did Abraham Lincoln become a lawyer?- a)He attended law school
- b)He studied law on his own
- c)His father was a lawyer and taught him
- d)He inherited a law practice from a family member
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
How did Abraham Lincoln become a lawyer?
a)
He attended law school
b)
He studied law on his own
c)
His father was a lawyer and taught him
d)
He inherited a law practice from a family member
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Rohini Desai answered |
He studied law on his own. Abraham Lincoln did not attend law school but instead taught himself the law by reading books.
Who is considered as the greatest field hockey player of all time?- a)Dhyan Chand
- b)Sunil Gavaskar
- c)Abraham Lincoln
- d)Stephen Hawking
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
a)
Dhyan Chand
b)
Sunil Gavaskar
c)
Abraham Lincoln
d)
Stephen Hawking
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Rahul Kumar answered |
Dhyan Chand, nicknamed 'The Wizard', is considered the greatest field hockey player of all time. Representing India from 1926 to 1948, he scored over 400 international goals and played a pivotal role in India's dominance in field hockey during that era. Dhyan Chand's extraordinary skills, exceptional goal-scoring ability, and unmatched consistency earned him widespread acclaim. He remains an icon in Indian sports history, and his birthday, 29th August, is celebrated as National Sports Day in India.
Who was known for the principle "Know yourself" and emphasized the importance of wisdom and honesty over material wealth?- a)Abraham Lincoln
- b)Karl Marx
- c)Mahatma Gandhi
- d)Socrates
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Who was known for the principle "Know yourself" and emphasized the importance of wisdom and honesty over material wealth?
a)
Abraham Lincoln
b)
Karl Marx
c)
Mahatma Gandhi
d)
Socrates
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Avinash Patel answered |
Socrates was known for his guiding principle "Know yourself" and his emphasis on wisdom and honesty over material riches.
Who is often referred to as the "Father of the Nation" in India and is known for advocating non-violence and peaceful resistance?- a)Abraham Lincoln
- b)Karl Marx
- c)Mahatma Gandhi
- d)Martin Luther King
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Who is often referred to as the "Father of the Nation" in India and is known for advocating non-violence and peaceful resistance?
a)
Abraham Lincoln
b)
Karl Marx
c)
Mahatma Gandhi
d)
Martin Luther King
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Priyanka Kapoor answered |
Mahatma Gandhi is known as the "Father of the Nation" in India due to his role in leading India to independence through non-violence and peaceful resistance.
What did Martin Luther King do to fight for the rights of the coloured in his country?- a)He became a businessman
- b)He travelled throughout the United States of America and gave inspiring lectures
- c)He joined the army
- d)He became a doctor
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
What did Martin Luther King do to fight for the rights of the coloured in his country?
a)
He became a businessman
b)
He travelled throughout the United States of America and gave inspiring lectures
c)
He joined the army
d)
He became a doctor
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Priyanka Sharma answered |
Martin Luther King fought for the rights of the coloured in his country by travelling throughout the United States of America and giving inspiring lectures. He led many peaceful demonstrations and asked his followers to remain non-violent.
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