The first Indian to receive the Nobel Prize was: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The first Indian to receive the Nobel Prize was:
A. Mother Teresa
B. Hargobind Khorana
C. C. V. Raman
D. Rabindranath Tagore
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Rabindranath Tagore was the first Indian to receive the Nobel Prize, for Literature in 1913. Raman (1930) was second.

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Question #1
The 'Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering' is often called the:
A. Nobel Prize of Engineering
B. None of these
C. Oscar of Engineering
D. Pulitzer of Engineering

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The QE Prize for Engineering is a global award that celebrates engineering excellence.

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Question #2
The Tansen Samman is given by the Government of:
A. Madhya Pradesh
B. Punjab
C. Maharashtra
D. Uttar Pradesh

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Tansen Samman is given by the Government of Madhya Pradesh for contributions to Hindustani classical music.

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Question #3
The Oscar (Academy Award) is given for excellence in which field?
A. Music
B. Theatre
C. Television
D. Cinema

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Academy Awards, popularly known as the Oscars, are given for excellence in cinematic achievements. They have categories for music, but overall for cinema.

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