How Well Do You Know Pune?

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1. What is the name of Military Academy near Pune?

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The correct answer is National Defence Academy (NDA). The National Defence Academy is a prestigious military academy located near Pune, India. It is the joint services academy of the Indian Armed Forces, where cadets from the Army, Navy, and Air Force are trained together before they go on to their respective service academies for further training. The NDA is renowned for its rigorous training programs and has produced many distinguished military leaders.

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How Well Do You Know Pune? - Quiz

A quiz of 16 question to test the Punekar in you!

2. Where do Punekars go to buy books?

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3. Which is not a Peth in Pune?

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Shaniwar Peth, Guruvaar Peth, and Somwar Peth are all well-known neighborhoods or areas in Pune. However, Naathpaar Peth is not a recognized or commonly known area in Pune.

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4. Where are Vaishali, Rupali and Wadeshwar restaurants are located?

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Vaishali, Rupali, and Wadeshwar restaurants are located on FC Road.

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5. Puneri Pagadi has got the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. (Which means no turban made outside Pune region can be legally sold under the name of Puneri Pagadi.) पुणेरी पगडी ला जॉग्रोफीकल इंडीकेशन मिळाले आहे. पुणेरी पगडी ही पुण्याची 'प्रॉपर्टी' झालेली आहे. पुण्याच्या बाहेर ही पगडी किंवा अशा प्रकारची पगडी पुणेरी पगडी म्हणून विकली जाऊ शकत नाही. 

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The Puneri Pagadi has been granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, which means that it is recognized as a unique product originating from Pune. This legal protection ensures that no turban made outside the Pune region can be sold under the name of Puneri Pagadi. Therefore, the statement "Puneri Pagadi has got the Geographical Indication (GI) tag" is true.

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6. What is the long form of SPDP?

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7. Where is Z bridge located?

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The correct answer is Deccan because Z bridge is located in the Deccan area.

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8. Where did Shahista Khan lost his fingers?

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Shahista Khan lost his fingers in Laal Mahal.

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9. Long form of ABC is

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The long form of ABC is given as "Appa Balwant Chowk, Appa balawant chowk, Appa balwant chouk, appa balawant chouk, Appa balvant chouk, Appa balavant chouk". This means that there are multiple variations of the long form of ABC, all of which are acceptable and correct. The answer provides all the possible variations of the long form, ensuring that any variation is considered correct.

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10. Who built Shaniwarwada?

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The correct answer is Bajirao I. Bajirao I, also known as Bajirao Ballal, was a prominent general and statesman of the Maratha Empire in India. He served as the Prime Minister (Peshwa) to the fourth Maratha Chhatrapati (Emperor) Shahu from 1720 until his death in 1740. Bajirao I is credited with expanding the Maratha Empire and establishing its dominance in various regions. He is also known for his military campaigns and strategic alliances. Shaniwarwada, a historical fortification in Pune, Maharashtra, was built by Bajirao I as the residence of the Peshwas.

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11. Which is the 1st honoured Ganesha (पहिला मानाचा गणपती) of Pune?

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Kasba Ganapati is considered the 1st honoured Ganesha of Pune because it is believed to be the Ganesha idol that was worshipped by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The idol is also known for its historical significance as it was worshipped by the Peshwa rulers during the Maratha Empire. The Kasba Ganapati is considered to be the most revered and oldest Ganesha idol in Pune.

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12. Where is Veer Savarkar's room located?

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Veer Savarkar's room is located in Fergusson College.

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13. Who changed the name of Ray market  named after a Britisher to Phule Mandai?

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Acharya Atre is the correct answer because he was the one who changed the name of Ray market to Phule Mandai. Babasaheb Ambedkar, Mahatma Gandhi, and Savitribai Phule were not involved in changing the name of the market.

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15. Where is Shelar Mama Chowk?

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Deccan Corner is the location of Shelar Mama Chowk.

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16. Which is the first flyover of Pune?

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The Veer Savarkar Flyover is considered to be the first flyover of Pune.

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What is the name of Military Academy near Pune?
Where do Punekars go to buy books?
Which is not a Peth in Pune?
Where are Vaishali, Rupali and Wadeshwar restaurants are located?
Puneri Pagadi has got the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. (Which...
What is the long form of SPDP?
Where is Z bridge located?
Where did Shahista Khan lost his fingers?
Long form of ABC is
Who built Shaniwarwada?
Which is the 1st honoured Ganesha (पहिला मानाचा...
Where is Veer Savarkar's room located?
Who changed the name of Ray market  named after a Britisher to...
Where is Shelar Mama Chowk?
Which is the first flyover of Pune?
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