The Quarantiz Round 2

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    After the release of which 2011 movie was there a 32% increase in Indian visiting Spain?

    • Dil Chahata Hai
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    • Don 2
    • Desi Boyz
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  • 2. 

    One of the theories behind the origin of this sweet dish is that it was invented by Nobin Chandra Das in 1868 in his sweet shop in Kolkata. Which sweet dish are we talking about?

    • Rasgulla

    • Sandesh

    • Jalebi

    • Gulab Jamun

    Correct Answer
    A. Rasgulla
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Rasgulla. According to one theory, Rasgulla was invented by Nobin Chandra Das in 1868 in his sweet shop in Kolkata.

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  • 3. 

    Robyn ____ Fenty is a Barbadian singer and actress who has sold over 250 million records worldwide and has won numerous accolades including 9 Grammy Awards. How do we better know this artist (Fill In The Blank) who has her own line of fashion brand by the name of Fenty?

    • Rihanna

    • Madonna

    • Beyonce

    • Kesha

    Correct Answer
    A. Rihanna
    Explanation
    Rihanna is the correct answer because the question provides several clues about the artist. The question mentions that the artist's full name is Robyn ____ Fenty, indicating that the missing word is the artist's first name. The question also states that the artist has her own line of fashion brand called Fenty. By combining these clues, it becomes clear that the correct answer is Rihanna, as she is known for her full name Robyn Rihanna Fenty and has her own fashion brand named Fenty.

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  • 4. 
    This video gaming brand is owned by Microsoft. From the logo given, identify the brand name? - ProProfs

    This video gaming brand is owned by Microsoft. From the logo given, identify the brand name?

    • PlayStation

    • Xbox

    • Wii

    • Stadia

    Correct Answer
    A. Xbox
    Explanation
    The given logo is associated with the Xbox brand, which is owned by Microsoft. Xbox is a popular video gaming brand known for its consoles and games. It is a direct competitor to PlayStation, Wii, and Stadia in the gaming industry.

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  • 5. 

    A. Maria Irudayam won the Arjuna Award in 1996. Interestingly, he is the only recipient of the award for this sport. Identify the sport he plays?

    • Cycling

    • Carrom

    • Judo

    • Rowing

    Correct Answer
    A. Carrom
    Explanation
    Maria Irudayam won the Arjuna Award in 1996, making him the only recipient of the award for the sport of Carrom. This implies that Carrom is the sport that he plays.

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  • 6. 

    Baba Budan, a sufi saint discovered these seeds on a pilgrimage to Mecca. He smuggled seven seeds back to India and planted them in his garden on a hill in modern-day Chikmanglur, Karnataka. This introduced which beverage in India?

    • Tea

    • Wine

    • Coffee

    • Lemonade

    Correct Answer
    A. Coffee
    Explanation
    Baba Budan, a sufi saint, discovered coffee seeds during his pilgrimage to Mecca. He brought back seven seeds to India and planted them in his garden in Chikmanglur, Karnataka. This introduction of coffee seeds led to the cultivation and production of coffee in India. Therefore, the correct answer is coffee.

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  • 7. 

    In the mid 1880s, Dr. S.K. Burman, an Ayurvedic practitioner in Kolkata, made medicines for diseases like cholera and malaria. He went on to set up an enterprise in 1884 to mass produce his Ayurvedic formulations. The company is currently run by the 5th generation of the Burman family. Read the question carefully and name the historic company.

    • Himalaya

    • Dabur

    • Baidyanath

    • Hamdard

    Correct Answer
    A. Dabur
    Explanation
    Dabur is the correct answer because the question mentions that Dr. S.K. Burman, an Ayurvedic practitioner, set up an enterprise in 1884 to mass produce his Ayurvedic formulations. The company is currently run by the 5th generation of the Burman family. Dabur is a well-known historic company that specializes in Ayurvedic medicines and has been in operation since the 19th century.

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  • 8. 

    Most people think that the logo of the company is the letter H. However, the logo is actually a stylized handshake between two people, one is a company representative and the other is a satisfied customer. Which company's logo?

    • Hitachi

    • Hyundai

    • Honda

    • Hero Moto Corporation

    Correct Answer
    A. Hyundai
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Hyundai. Many people mistakenly believe that the logo of the company is the letter H, but it is actually a stylized handshake between a company representative and a satisfied customer. This logo represents the company's commitment to building strong relationships with its customers and providing excellent service.

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  • 9. 

    What is common to the throne captured and taken away by Nadir Shah in 1739 and the logos of US-based media house NBC, Murugappa Group of India and Sri Lankan Airlines.

    • Lion

    • Lotus

    • Peacock

    • Sunflower

    Correct Answer
    A. Peacock
    Explanation
    The common element among the throne captured by Nadir Shah in 1739 and the logos of NBC, Murugappa Group, and Sri Lankan Airlines is the peacock. The peacock is known for its vibrant and colorful feathers, which symbolize beauty, grace, and royalty. It is likely that the peacock was chosen as a symbol to represent these entities due to its association with these qualities.

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  • 10. 

    This tennis superstar is known as 'The King Of Clay' because of his dominance on clay courts. He has won a record 12 French Grandslam titles. Identify this player whose name sounds similar to a French fighter jet.

    • Roger Federer

    • Novak Djokovic

    • Rafael Nadal

    • David Ferrer

    Correct Answer
    A. Rafael Nadal
    Explanation
    Rafael Nadal is known as 'The King Of Clay' because of his dominance on clay courts. He has won a record 12 French Grandslam titles, which is the most by any player in history. His name sounds similar to a French fighter jet, which adds to his association with the French Open and his success on clay.

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  • 11. 
    From the image given below, identify this bureaucrat who has lead the Indian government's daily media briefing on the  COVID-19 pandemic in the nation. - ProProfs

    From the image given below, identify this bureaucrat who has lead the Indian government's daily media briefing on the  COVID-19 pandemic in the nation.

    • Adarsh Kumar

    • Lav Agarwal

    • Balaram Bhargava

    • Vivek Dewangan

    Correct Answer
    A. Lav Agarwal
    Explanation
    Lav Agarwal is the correct answer because he has been leading the Indian government's daily media briefing on the COVID-19 pandemic in the nation.

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  • 12. 

    It is believed that this sport originated in the 1940s when surfers in California wanted to do something when there were no waves. They also called it 'sidewalk surfing'. For the first time, it will be introduced in the Tokyo Olympics 2020.

    • Skateboarding

    • Roller Skating

    • Road Skating

    • Ice Skating

    Correct Answer
    A. Skateboarding
    Explanation
    Skateboarding is the correct answer because it is a sport that originated in the 1940s when surfers in California wanted an activity to do when there were no waves. They referred to it as "sidewalk surfing." Additionally, the question mentions that skateboarding will be introduced in the Tokyo Olympics 2020, further confirming that it is the correct answer.

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  • 13. 

    Ashok Kurien the advertiser who came up with this brand's tagline, explained it by saying 'success comes with a roar of applause which can be tasted'. Identify the brand which was created by Ramesh and Prakash Chauhan in 1977 and later purchased by Coca-Cola in 1993.

    • Sprite

    • Fanta

    • Limca

    • Thums Up

    Correct Answer
    A. Thums Up
    Explanation
    Thums Up is the correct answer because it was the brand created by Ramesh and Prakash Chauhan in 1977 and later purchased by Coca-Cola in 1993. The explanation given by Ashok Kurien, the advertiser who came up with the brand's tagline, suggests that success can be tasted like a roar of applause, which aligns with the brand's image and message.

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  • 14. 

    This Aamir Khan movie was initially called 'Ek Tha Talli' which roughly translates to 'once there was a drunk'. But the director changed the title when he came to know that the Salman Khan starrer, 'Ek Tha Tiger', was already in production. Name the film we are talking about.

    • Dhobi Ghat

    • PK

    • Thugs of Hindostan

    • Delhi Belly

    Correct Answer
    A. PK
    Explanation
    The correct answer is PK. The explanation for this answer is that the movie initially had the title 'Ek Tha Talli' which means 'once there was a drunk', but it was changed to PK when the director found out that another movie called 'Ek Tha Tiger' starring Salman Khan was already being made.

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  • 15. 

    Julius _____ was the son of an Italian-born mill owner. In the 18th century he saw that women who usually prepared food for their families had started working in factories. Realizing the need for a food item which was nutritious and could be cooked quickly, he created something that we all love to consume quite often. What is it? 

    • Maggi

    • Knorr

    • Domino's

    • McDonald's 

    Correct Answer
    A. Maggi
    Explanation
    Julius Maggi, the son of an Italian-born mill owner, noticed in the 18th century that women who typically cooked for their families had begun working in factories. Recognizing the demand for a quick and nutritious food item, he created Maggi, a brand that is beloved and frequently consumed by many people.

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  • 16. 
    The Maharaja is among the most beloved mascots in India. It was created in 1946 with a big moustache and a turban. In 2015, the mascot received a more modern look with spiked hair and blue jeans. Which Indian company owns Maharaja? - ProProfs

    The Maharaja is among the most beloved mascots in India. It was created in 1946 with a big moustache and a turban. In 2015, the mascot received a more modern look with spiked hair and blue jeans. Which Indian company owns Maharaja?

    • Amul

    • Indian Railways

    • Air India

    • Times of India

    Correct Answer
    A. Air India
    Explanation
    Air India owns Maharaja. The question provides information about Maharaja being a mascot and its transformation over the years. It also mentions that Maharaja is among the most beloved mascots in India. Based on this information, we can infer that Maharaja is associated with a well-known Indian brand or organization. Among the given options, Air India is the only Indian company that is widely recognized for its mascot, Maharaja. Therefore, Air India is the correct answer.

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  • 17. 

    Ignaz Semmelweis was a Hungarian physicist who first proposed this practice to reduce the incidence of childbed fever. Despite publications showing it reduced mortality to below 1%, his ideas were rejected by the medical community. What practice which is very common among everyone in today's world?

    • Washing hands

    • Wearing face masks

    • Maintaining social distance

    • Not shaking hands

    Correct Answer
    A. Washing hands
    Explanation
    Ignaz Semmelweis proposed the practice of washing hands to reduce the incidence of childbed fever. Despite evidence showing that this practice reduced mortality to below 1%, his ideas were rejected by the medical community. Today, washing hands is a very common practice among everyone in the world, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is a simple yet effective way to prevent the spread of germs and maintain personal hygiene.

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  • 18. 

    Who is the current party president of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)?

    • Amit Shah

    • Jyotiraditya Scindia

    • Jagat Prakash Nadda

    • Piyush Goyal

    Correct Answer
    A. Jagat Prakash Nadda
    Explanation
    Jagat Prakash Nadda is the current party president of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

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  • 19. 

    When this game was invented it was called 'Criss Cross Words' but it did not become popular. Later the rules were made simpler and the name was changed to something that means "to scratch frantically". Which popular game are we talking about?

    • Scrabble

    • UNO

    • Crossword

    • Sudoku

    Correct Answer
    A. Scrabble
    Explanation
    The popular game being referred to in the question is Scrabble. The explanation is based on the information provided that the game was initially called "Criss Cross Words" but didn't gain popularity. Later, the rules were simplified and the game was renamed to something that means "to scratch frantically," which is a reference to the word "scrabble" itself. Therefore, the correct answer is Scrabble.

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  • 20. 

    Name the virus which is responsible for half the world being under lockdown?

    • COVID-19

    • Coronavirus

    • SARS-CoV-2

    • ARDS

    Correct Answer
    A. SARS-CoV-2
    Explanation
    SARS-CoV-2 is the correct answer because it is the virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic, which has led to half the world being under lockdown. SARS-CoV-2 is a novel coronavirus that emerged in late 2019 and quickly spread globally, causing severe respiratory illness and leading to widespread restrictions and lockdown measures to contain its spread.

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