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Welcome to India trivia! This quiz will test your knowledge about the Asian country of India. India is home to more than one billion people and is the world's largest democracy. It is a diverse and vibrant nation with many languages, religions and cultures. India's history is rich and complex, spanning centuries and encompassing a multitude of cultures. India has a long and dynamic economy, with its service sector making up the largest share. India is also known for its colorful traditions, such as music and dance, and is a major player in the global economy. With its beautiful scenery, fascinating wildlife and captivating culture, India is a must-see destination for any traveler. So get ready to test your knowledge and explore the many aspects of India!


1) Who wrote the national anthem of India "Jana Gana Mana"?

  • Rabindranath Tagore
  • Mahatma Gandhi
  • Jawaharlal Nehru
  • Subhash Chandra Bose

2) Which mountain range forms the natural border between India and China?

  • Karakoram Range
  • Himalayan Range
  • Patkai Range
  • K2 Range

3) In which language is the Indian Constitution originally written?

  • Hindi
  • English
  • Sanskrit
  • Urdu

4) Who was the first Indian astronaut to be sent to space?

  • Kalpana Chawla
  • Rakesh Sharma
  • Sunita Williams
  • Raja Chari

5) Which river is known as the "lifeline of Mumbai"?

  • Godavari
  • Narmada
  • Tungabhadra
  • Mithi

6) Which Indian city is known as the "City of Joy"?

  • Chennai
  • Hyderabad
  • Kolkata
  • Mumbai

7) What is the national bird of India?

  • Peacock
  • Parrot
  • Sparrow
  • Kingfisher

8) How many Union Territories are there in India?

  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8

9) India’s first atomic reactor was named "Apsara". What does the name Apsara mean?

  • Hurricane
  • Goddess
  • Waterfall
  • National Pride

10) When was the Indian National Congress (INC) founded?

  • 1884
  • 1885
  • 1886
  • 1887

11) In which district is the iconic Taj Mahal located?

  • Varanasi
  • Agra
  • Jaipur
  • Amritsar

12) Who is the most expensive Indian bought in an IPL auction?

  • Hardik Pandya
  • Ravindra Jadeja
  • Yuvraj Singh
  • Virat Kohli

13) In which Indian state does the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park located?

  • Kerala
  • Karnataka
  • Goa
  • Andaman & Nicobar Islands

14) What are the two official languages of India?

  • English and Hindi
  • Hindi and Punjabi
  • English and Punjabi
  • Hindi and Bengali

15) What is the capital city of Kerala?

  • Kochi
  • Kottayam
  • Thiruvananthapuram
  • Kozhikode

16) In which year was India partitioned into India and Pakistan?

  • 1940
  • 1947
  • 1949
  • 1950

17) Who is known as the "Father of Indian Cinema"?

  • D.G. Phalke
  • Satyajit Ray
  • Raj Kapoor
  • Mani Ratnam

18) Which Indian city is known as the "Silicon Valley of India"?

  • Hyderabad
  • Bangalore
  • Mumbai
  • Delhi

19) In which year was the Bangladesh Liberation War fought?

  • 1962
  • 1965
  • 1971
  • 1975

20) Who was the first Prime Minister of India?

  • Atal Bihari Vajpayee
  • Jawaharlal Nehru
  • Indira Gandhi
  • Rajiv Gandhi

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