Question 1

The Sea border in the 'Gulf of Tonkin' is disputed between China and:

Accepted Answer

The Gulf of Tonkin is a body of water located off the coast of Northern Vietnam and Southern China. The sea border in the Gulf of Tonkin is disputed between China and Vietnam, with both countries having conflicting territorial claims in the area.

Question 2

Who is called "the Shakespeare of Punjabi literature"?

Accepted Answer

Waris Shah is often referred to as "the Shakespeare of Punjabi literature" because of his significant contribution to Punjabi literature, especially for his epic rendition of the Heer Ranjha story.

Question 3

The only Pakistani Poet who got the "Lenin Prize" was:

Accepted Answer

Faiz Ahmad Faiz was awarded the Lenin Peace Prize in 1962, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the field of poetry and his commitment to social justice and peace.

Question 4

"Confucianism" is the religious mythology of:

Accepted Answer

Confucianism is not exactly a religion but a complex system of social and ethical philosophy that originated in China with Confucius (551–479 BCE). It focuses on human morality and good deeds rather than worship of the divine.

Question 5

"Shintoism" is the religious mythology of:

Accepted Answer

Shintoism is the indigenous spirituality of Japan and involves the worship of kami (spirits associated with natural features and ancestors).

Question 6

The only Hindu State in the world is:

Accepted Answer

Nepal was considered the world's only Hindu kingdom until it became a secular state in 2008. However, it still has a majority Hindu population and is often associated with Hindu culture and religion.

Question 7

The famous Punjabi love story "Sassi Punnoo" is written by:

Accepted Answer

"Sassi Punnoo" is a famous Punjabi love story written by Hashim Shah.

Question 8

"Yusuf Zulekan" a Punjabi love Story is written by:

Accepted Answer

Maulvi Ghulam Rasool is the author of the Punjabi love story "Yusuf Zulekan".

Question 9

"Punjabi Qisa Saif-ul-Malook" is written by:

Accepted Answer

"Punjabi Qisa Saif-ul-Malook" is a famous Sufi poem written by Mian Muhammad Buksh. This narrative poem is a staple of Punjabi literature and is known for its deep spiritual themes.

Question 10

The battle in which English won and later captured Lahore is:

Accepted Answer

The Battle of Sabraon in 1846 was the final and decisive battle of the First Anglo-Sikh War, after which the British emerged victorious and subsequently captured Lahore, leading to the annexation of parts of the Sikh Empire into the British Raj.

Question 11

Who abolished Slavery in America?

Accepted Answer

Abraham Lincoln, referred to here as "Ibrahim Lincoln," played a pivotal role in the abolition of slavery in America, primarily through his issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863 and the promotion of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, which was passed in 1865.

Question 12

Who is called "The Indian Napoleon"?

Accepted Answer

Samudra Gupta is often referred to as the "Indian Napoleon" due to his military conquests and the vast expansion of his empire, similar to how Napoleon expanded his empire in Europe.

Question 13

The Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant has been closed permanently. It was located in:

Accepted Answer

The Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant, site of the world's worst nuclear disaster in 1986, is located in Ukraine.

Question 14

The first country which recognized Pakistan after its creation was:

Accepted Answer

Iran was the first country to recognize Pakistan after its creation in 1947.

Question 15

Who is called "The master builder"?

Accepted Answer

Shah Jehan is called "The master builder" due to his significant contributions to Mughal architecture, including the construction of the Taj Mahal.

Question 16

The slave King buried in Lahore is:

Accepted Answer

Qutb ud Din Aibak, who was originally a slave, rose to prominence and became the first Sultan of Delhi. He is buried in Lahore, Pakistan.

Question 17

Aibak died during the game of:

Accepted Answer

Aibak died during a game of Polo.

Question 18

Who was known as "The Prophet of Italian Unification"?

Accepted Answer

Giuseppe Mazzini was known as "The Prophet of Italian Unification" for his role in advocating for the unification of Italy and his influence on the Italian nationalist movement.

Question 19

Indus Valley Civilization was destroyed by?

Accepted Answer

The theory that the Aryans were responsible for the decline of the Indus Valley Civilization is one of the hypotheses put forward by historians and archaeologists. However, it's important to note that this theory has been debated and is not universally accepted. There is no definitive evidence that conclusively proves the Aryans destroyed the civilization. Factors such as climate change, economic decline, and internal social problems are also considered significant in the decline of the Indus Valley Civilization.

Question 20

National Democratic Front of Bodoland is struggling for a separate homeland in the Indian State of:

Accepted Answer

The National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) is a militant group that has been fighting for a separate homeland for the Bodo people in the Indian state of Assam.

Quiz 6: Trivia Geography, Literature, and History