Awards and Honours MCQs

Static General Knowledge

Awards and Honours MCQs

Practice Awards and Honours MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering national awards, international awards, Nobel Prizes, Bharat Ratna, Padma Awards, sports awards, literary awards, film awards and important honours frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.

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Question #381
P.T. Usha is nicknamed:
A. Iron Lady
B. Golden Girl
C. Flying Sikh
D. Payyoli Express

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
P.T. Usha is a legendary athlete popularly called the Payyoli Express.

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Question #382
The 'Vyas Samman' is awarded by:
A. Sahitya Akademi
B. Government of India
C. K.K. Birla Foundation
D. None of these

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The K.K. Birla Foundation presents the Vyas Samman to Hindi authors.

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Question #383
Which prize is for excellence in 'Investigative Journalism'?
A. Pulitzer Prize
B. Peabody Award
C. None of these
D. Grammy Award

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Pulitzer is the most prestigious award for investigative reporting.

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Question #384
The 'Inamori Foundation' awards which prize?
A. Nobel Prize
B. Kyoto Prize
C. None of these
D. Abel Prize

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Kyoto Prize is awarded annually by the Inamori Foundation.

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