GK Practice Question and Answer
8 Q: Highest Civilian Honour received by Anupam Kher is ___________.
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- 2Padma Bhushantrue
- 3Padma Vibhushanfalse
- 4Bharat Ratnafalse
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Answer : 2. "Padma Bhushan"
Explanation :
Actor Anupam Kher was conferred the Padma Bhushan by President Pranab Mukherjee in March, 2016.
Q: Who was the first Indian to win an Oscar?
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61816316b351cb53b1d255a9- 1AR Rehmanfalse
- 2Amir Khanfalse
- 3Satyajit Rayfalse
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Answer : 4. "Bhanu Athaiya "
Explanation :
(D) Bhanu Athaiya
Bhanu Athaiya was the first Indian to win an Oscar. She won the Academy Award for Best Costume Design for the film "Gandhi" in 1983.
Q: Who was the first woman to receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award?
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5f9147aa9e18f97b7041a28d- 1Anna Georgefalse
- 2Swaroopa Devifalse
- 3Devika Ranitrue
- 4Vijay Laxmi Panditfalse
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Answer : 3. "Devika Rani "
Explanation :
(C) Devika Rani
Devika Rani, the renowned actress, was the first woman to receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. She was honored with this prestigious award in 1969 for her significant contributions to Indian cinema.
Q: Which is India’s highest award in cinema?
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- 2Academy Awardsfalse
- 3Filmfarefalse
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Answer : 1. "Dadasaheb Phalke Award "
Explanation :
(A) Dadasaheb Phalke Award
The Dadasaheb Phalke Award is India's highest award in cinema, presented annually by the Government of India for lifetime contribution to Indian cinema.
Q: Which of the following is not awarded with Bharat Ratna?
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5f6c2aefec13dd7480fad5dd- 1Morarji Desaifalse
- 2M.G Ramachandranfalse
- 3Shyam Prasad Mukherjeetrue
- 4Vinoba Bhavefalse
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Answer : 3. "Shyam Prasad Mukherjee"
Explanation :
(C) Shyam Prasad Mukherjee
As of my last knowledge update in January 2022, Shyama Prasad Mukherjee has not been awarded the Bharat Ratna. Please note that new awards or recognitions may have been conferred since then, so it's advisable to check the latest sources for the most up-to-date information.
Q: Who won the 2016 Sahitya Akademi Award for Hindi?
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5f571b0379cfd646ddd376cb- 1Kamleshwarfalse
- 2Amar Kantfalse
- 3Nasira Sharmatrue
- 4Mridula Gargfalse
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Answer : 3. "Nasira Sharma"
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The Sahitya Akademi Award for Hindi in 2016 was won by Nasira Sharma for her novel "Paarijat." Therefore, the correct option is:
(C) Nasira Sharma
Q: Who among the following was NOT one of the recipients of Dronacharya Award for the year 2017 ?
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- 2Prashant Singhtrue
- 3Heera Nand Katariafalse
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Answer : 2. "Prashant Singh "
Explanation :
The Dronacharya Award is a prestigious sports coaching honor in India, named after a legendary figure from Indian mythology. It is presented annually by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports to recognize outstanding coaches for their contributions to sports. The award is given in two categories: Regular Dronacharya Award for consistent coaching excellence and Lifetime Achievement Dronacharya Award for individuals with a lifelong dedication to coaching and remarkable results. It serves as a recognition of the crucial role coaches play in nurturing athletes and advancing sports in the country.
Q: Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, the former Indian President, received the prestigious Bharat Ratna award in which year?
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5e81eded1425f51f3acdca3f- 11992false
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Answer : 3. "1997 "
Explanation :
Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, the former Indian President, received the Bharat Ratna award in the year:
(C) 1997