Awards And Honours: Interactive Quiz (Set-2)
Explore key awards and recognitions in various fields through this interactive quiz. Assess your knowledge of notable awards presented in 2013, including cultural, cinematic, and safety awards. Engage with historical and cultural contexts, enhancing your understanding of significant achievements.
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Oil Industry Safety Awards for the year 2011-12 were presented by Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Veerappa Moily and the Minister of State for Petroleum & Natural Gas, Panabaaka Lakshmi on?
- A.
19 July 2013
- B.
17 July 2013
- C.
02 June 2013
- D.
24 July 2013
Correct Answer
D. 24 July 2013Explanation
The Oil Industry Safety Awards for the year 2011-12 were presented on 24 July 2013.Rate this question:
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The British Government honoured V.K. Krishna Menon, India’s first high commissioner in London and former Defence Minister by placing a Blue Plaque at the house, where he lived when he moved to the city for the first time on?
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19 July 2013
- B.
17 July 2013
- C.
02 June 2013
- D.
24 July 2013
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B. 17 July 2013Explanation
On 17 July 2013, the British Government honored V.K. Krishna Menon, India's first high commissioner in London and former Defense Minister, by placing a Blue Plaque at the house where he lived when he first moved to the city.Rate this question:
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He is an Indian-Parsi mestro of western classical music on 10 July 2013 was named for the second edition of Tagore Award for Cultural Harmony for the year 2013. Name him.
- A.
Zubin Mehta
- B.
Emil Kraepelin
- C.
Emile Berliner
- D.
Enrico Fermi
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A. Zubin MehtaExplanation
Zubin Mehta, an Indian-Parsi maestro of western classical music, was named for the second edition of Tagore Award for Cultural Harmony for the year 2013.Rate this question:
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On 6 July 2013 she got the Best Actress award at 14th IIFA (International Indian Film Academy) awards 2013 held in Macau for her portrayal of a pregnant woman in search of her husband in Kahaani while Ranbir Kapoor was named Best Actor for Barfi. Name the actress.
- A.
Vidya Balan
- B.
Ashwarya Rai
- C.
Deepika Padokone
- D.
Madhuri Dixit
Correct Answer
A. Vidya BalanExplanation
Vidya Balan received the Best Actress award at the 14th IIFA awards in 2013 for her performance in the film Kahaani. In the movie, she portrayed a pregnant woman who is searching for her missing husband. This recognition highlights her exceptional acting skills and ability to bring depth and emotion to her character. Ranbir Kapoor was named Best Actor for his role in Barfi, further emphasizing the talent and success of both actors.Rate this question:
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Fifty-four kids won the White House-launched national 'Healthy Lunchtime Challenge' as part of the US First Lady's 'Let's Move!' initiative on?
- A.
20 June 2013
- B.
17 July 2013
- C.
02 June 2013
- D.
24 July 2013
Correct Answer
A. 20 June 2013Explanation
Fifty-four kids won the White House-launched national 'Healthy Lunchtime Challenge' as part of the US First Lady's 'Let's Move!' initiative on 20 June 2013. This means that on this date, the winners of the challenge were announced. The challenge was a part of the 'Let's Move!' initiative, which aimed to promote healthy eating among children.Rate this question:
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