Test: Nicknames of Famous Personalities - SSC MTS / SSC GD MCQ

Mahatma Gandhi is commonly referred to as "Bapu," which means father. He is also known as the Father of the Nation and Mahatma, meaning great soul.

The nickname that is not associated with Sachin Tendulkar is Tendlya. The other options are widely recognised nicknames for him:

• Little Master
• Master Blaster
• God of Cricket

Thus, the correct answer is Tendlya.

A.R. Rahman, the renowned Indian composer, is known as the "Mozart of Madras" because of his exceptional musical talent and contributions to the film industry in Chennai (formerly known as Madras).

Roger Federer, the Swiss tennis player, is often called "The Swiss Maestro" for his graceful playing style, skill, and numerous achievements in the sport.

• Sarojini Naidu was the first Indian woman to be president of the Indian National Congress and to be appointed an Indian state governor.
• She was called “the Nightingale of India.”
• Her first volume of poetry, The Golden Threshold (1905), was followed by The Bird of Time (1912), and in 1914 she was elected a fellow of the Royal Society of Literature.
• Her collected poems, all of which she wrote in English, have been published under the titles The Sceptred Flute (1928) and The Feather of the Dawn (1961).

Indira Gandhi, India’s first female Prime Minister, is called the "Iron Lady of India" in the table due to her strong leadership, especially during turbulent times like the 1971 India-Pakistan War and the Emergency period (1975-1977).

Dhyan Chand, a legendary hockey player, is called the "Hockey Wizard" in the table due to his extraordinary skill and goal-scoring ability, leading India to three Olympic gold medals (1928, 1932, 1936).

Vallabhbhai Patel, India’s first Deputy Prime Minister, is called the "Iron Man" in the table for his resolute leadership in unifying India by integrating over 500 princely states post-independence.

Subhash Chandra Bose, a freedom fighter, is called "Netaji" (meaning "respected leader") in the table, a title given by his followers in the Indian National Army for his leadership in the fight against British rule

Dr. Rajendra Prasad, India’s first President, is called "Desh Ratna" (Jewel of the Nation) in the table, reflecting his contributions to India’s freedom struggle and his role in shaping the nation.

Vallabhbhai Patel is called the "Bismark of India" in the table, drawing a comparison to Otto von Bismarck for his role in unifying India, much like Bismarck unified Germany.

Samudragupta, a Gupta Empire ruler, is called the "Napoleon of India" in the table due to his military conquests and strategic brilliance, likened to Napoleon Bonaparte’s campaigns.

Lata Mangeshkar, a legendary playback singer, is called "Swar Kokila" (Nightingale of Voice) in the table, reflecting her melodious voice and contributions to Indian music.

Bal Gangadhar Tilak, a freedom fighter, is called the "Lion of Maratha" in the table for his fierce advocacy of Swaraj (self-rule) and his leadership in the Maratha region.

Sourav Ganguly is often referred to as the "Maharaja of Indian Cricket." Here are some reasons supporting this title:

• He was a successful captain of the Indian cricket team.
• Under his leadership, India achieved significant victories, including a memorable win in the 2002 NatWest Series.
• Known for his aggressive batting style, he played a crucial role in popularising one-day cricket in India.
• His contribution to Indian cricket extends beyond his playing career, influencing many young cricketers.

These achievements and his charismatic personality earned him respect and admiration, solidifying his legacy in Indian cricket.

Kapil Dev, a cricketing icon, is called the "Haryana Hurricane" in the table, reflecting his aggressive all-round performance and his origins in Haryana, notably leading India to the 1983 World Cup victory.

Dadabhai Naoroji, a key figure in India’s early nationalist movement, is called the "Grand Old Man of India" in the table for his long-standing contributions to the freedom struggle and his role in the Indian National Congress.

Milkha Singh, the Indian athlete, earned the nickname "Flying Sikh" for his exceptional speed and achievements in sprinting during the 1950s and 1960s.

Ashutosh Mukherjee is called "Bengal Kesari" in the table, recognizing his leadership in education and his fierce determination, particularly as Vice-Chancellor of Calcutta University.

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the 11th President of India, is known as the "Missile Man of India" for his crucial work on the development of ballistic missile and launch vehicle technology, particularly his leadership of the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP).