Q-Factor HISPOL Quiz-6th April 2024, Quiz Club NITW
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About This Presentation
The HISPOL (History & Politics Quiz) conducted by Quiz Club NITW on 6th of April 2024 as a part of the duology of quizzes for SpringSpree 2024. The quiz encapsulates questions from the vast topic of Indian as well as world History and Politics. The above set consists of both Prelims as well as t...
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HIS-POL
QUIZ
Presented by Quiz Club NITW
QUIZ
Presented by Quiz Club NITW
PRELIMS
RULES
1.This round contains 20 questions.
2.Fill out the details in the sheets provided (Team name, Team members’
names, Contact details ).
3.Each question carries +10 for a correct answer and no negative marks
otherwise. Feel free to guess.
4.Part points will be awarded wherever applicable.
5.Inbuilt Tie-breakers are present in the quiz.
6.The best 8 teams will be qualified for finals.
7.Please refrain from any sort of malpractice (Googling, ChatGPT,
discussion among teams, etc).
8.QMs discretion is final.
1.This round contains 20 questions.
2.Fill out the details in the sheets provided (Team name, Team members’
names, Contact details ).
3.Each question carries +10 for a correct answer and no negative marks
otherwise. Feel free to guess.
4.Part points will be awarded wherever applicable.
5.Inbuilt Tie-breakers are present in the quiz.
6.The best 8 teams will be qualified for finals.
7.Please refrain from any sort of malpractice (Googling, ChatGPT,
discussion among teams, etc).
8.QMs discretion is final.
Question 1
The image of the number plate with an 'X' on the car belonging to Union
Home Minister Amit Shah has been circulating widely on social media,
sparking curiosity and speculation. This phenomenon gained attention when
a video released by a news agency on February 29 showcased Amit Shah's
vehicle, adorned with a number plate displaying the aforementioned
attribute. Interestingly, this peculiar feature was not exclusive to Amit Shah's
car; Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's vehicle was also observed bearing a
similar 'X' designation on its number plate.
ID the feature/ X.
The image of the number plate with an 'X' on the car belonging to Union
Home Minister Amit Shah has been circulating widely on social media,
sparking curiosity and speculation. This phenomenon gained attention when
a video released by a news agency on February 29 showcased Amit Shah's
vehicle, adorned with a number plate displaying the aforementioned
attribute. Interestingly, this peculiar feature was not exclusive to Amit Shah's
car; Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's vehicle was also observed bearing a
similar 'X' designation on its number plate.
ID the feature/ X.
Question 2
X is a pejorative term first used by abolitionists in the period of 1860s in
Missouri, to refer those who opposed the abolition for slavery.
However, X is recently used to target a certain demographic and
generation, and it became very popular during the mid 2010s and
popularised by commentators, pundits, trolls and social media influencers
alike in the west.
ID the reason why the Anti-Abolitionists were called X.
X is a pejorative term first used by abolitionists in the period of 1860s in
Missouri, to refer those who opposed the abolition for slavery.
However, X is recently used to target a certain demographic and
generation, and it became very popular during the mid 2010s and
popularised by commentators, pundits, trolls and social media influencers
alike in the west.
ID the reason why the Anti-Abolitionists were called X.
Question 3
Pakistan's history has been dominated by political unrest and instability,
beginning immediately after the country gained its independence. Following
the death of Jinnah, the assassination of Liaquat Ali Khan, Pakistan's first
prime minister, is considered the most horrific incident in the country's
political history.
Khan was shot twice in the chest on October 16, 1951, while giving a speech
to a crowd of 100,000 people at Company Bagh (Company Gardens),
Rawalpindi. Afterwards, the garden was renamed Liaquat Bagh in memory
of Liaquat Ali Khan. Political parties have been prohibited from holding
rallies there on numerous occasions due to an incident that happened in the
late 2000s.
What is the reason behind the prohibition on rallies at Liaquat Bagh?
Pakistan's history has been dominated by political unrest and instability,
beginning immediately after the country gained its independence. Following
the death of Jinnah, the assassination of Liaquat Ali Khan, Pakistan's first
prime minister, is considered the most horrific incident in the country's
political history.
Khan was shot twice in the chest on October 16, 1951, while giving a speech
to a crowd of 100,000 people at Company Bagh (Company Gardens),
Rawalpindi. Afterwards, the garden was renamed Liaquat Bagh in memory
of Liaquat Ali Khan. Political parties have been prohibited from holding
rallies there on numerous occasions due to an incident that happened in the
late 2000s.
What is the reason behind the prohibition on rallies at Liaquat Bagh?
Question 4
The ban on certain practice in the Parliament finds its origin in the UK
Parliamentary System. Though not officially rendered in the UK constitution,
it finds a mention in the rules laid out by Erskine May in his Parliamentary
Etiquette Manual. It says, "Members must not disturb a member who is
speaking, by chanting, ___, booing, exclamation or other interruptions."
So in order to bypass these obligations, the lawmakers came up with a way
which one would spot during Parliamentary sessions.
ID what was banned and what new practice came into being.
The ban on certain practice in the Parliament finds its origin in the UK
Parliamentary System. Though not officially rendered in the UK constitution,
it finds a mention in the rules laid out by Erskine May in his Parliamentary
Etiquette Manual. It says, "Members must not disturb a member who is
speaking, by chanting, ___, booing, exclamation or other interruptions."
So in order to bypass these obligations, the lawmakers came up with a way
which one would spot during Parliamentary sessions.
ID what was banned and what new practice came into being.
Question 5
There are various political models which try to depict different ideologies
across the political spectrum in one form or another. Often most of these
illustrate the spectrum as a straight line with the far-left and the far-right
on the opposite poles. However the ___ theory advocates a completely
different perspective with it's peculiar shape.
Popularized by Jean-Pierre Faye, a French Philosopher in 2002, it examines
the degree of closeness and similarities between these two extremist
ideologies.
According to him, the far left was no sane than the far right and used
similar tactics of hate and fear mongering to generate support amongst the
masses.
ID the theory/ FITB.
There are various political models which try to depict different ideologies
across the political spectrum in one form or another. Often most of these
illustrate the spectrum as a straight line with the far-left and the far-right
on the opposite poles. However the ___ theory advocates a completely
different perspective with it's peculiar shape.
Popularized by Jean-Pierre Faye, a French Philosopher in 2002, it examines
the degree of closeness and similarities between these two extremist
ideologies.
According to him, the far left was no sane than the far right and used
similar tactics of hate and fear mongering to generate support amongst the
masses.
ID the theory/ FITB.
Question 6
The Harappan civilization belonged to the bronze-age society that
flourished on Indian soil. The name X is reputed to signify “the mound of
the dead.” The archaeological importance of the site was first recognised in
1922, one year after the discovery of Harappa.The western mound of X
consisted of all the important administrative structures like the Y, granaries,
and the College of Priests.
While the eastern or low-lying part of the town was meant for the
settlement of commoners. Y, a rectangular public pool situated in the citadel
complex, is also called the "earliest public water tank of the ancient world."
(Continuation on the next slide)
The Harappan civilization belonged to the bronze-age society that
flourished on Indian soil. The name X is reputed to signify “the mound of
the dead.” The archaeological importance of the site was first recognised in
1922, one year after the discovery of Harappa.The western mound of X
consisted of all the important administrative structures like the Y, granaries,
and the College of Priests.
While the eastern or low-lying part of the town was meant for the
settlement of commoners. Y, a rectangular public pool situated in the citadel
complex, is also called the "earliest public water tank of the ancient world."
(Continuation on the next slide)
Question 6
Most scholars agree that this tank would have been used for special
religious functions where water was used to purify and renew the
well-being of the bathers. Nonetheless, it is known to be a structural
masterpiece with many modern-day features.
ID X and Y.
Most scholars agree that this tank would have been used for special
religious functions where water was used to purify and renew the
well-being of the bathers. Nonetheless, it is known to be a structural
masterpiece with many modern-day features.
ID X and Y.
Question 7
A significant dispute erupted in 2016 following a Facebook post by
Norwegian author Tom Egeland. In his post, Egeland discussed "seven
photographs that changed the history of warfare," one of which being the
famous image taken by Nick UT who won the Pulitzer Prize of 1973 due to
this photograph.
The Norwegian prime minister at the time said that the picture was the one
that "shaped world history" because of how heated the uproar was.
Facebook was finally forced to back down owing to mounting criticism after
the most popular newspaper in Norway, Afterposten, published an article
criticising the social media platform and used the same image to mock
Facebook.
What was the controversy that took place in 2016? (Image on next slide)
A significant dispute erupted in 2016 following a Facebook post by
Norwegian author Tom Egeland. In his post, Egeland discussed "seven
photographs that changed the history of warfare," one of which being the
famous image taken by Nick UT who won the Pulitzer Prize of 1973 due to
this photograph.
The Norwegian prime minister at the time said that the picture was the one
that "shaped world history" because of how heated the uproar was.
Facebook was finally forced to back down owing to mounting criticism after
the most popular newspaper in Norway, Afterposten, published an article
criticising the social media platform and used the same image to mock
Facebook.
What was the controversy that took place in 2016? (Image on next slide)
Question 8
In the year 2014, Mr. V. Panduranga Rao, a political activist from Telangana,
came up with a weird proposal and presented it to the ECI. He stated that
like political parties have an electoral symbol, even ___ must have one.
Underlining the importance of giving an attractive symbol to ___ to
highlight its importance, the social activist told the allotment of ___ as
symbol would attract many.
According to him, such decision would stress upon the corruptance and
laziness that prevails in our system and shame our politicians who do little
to address the needs of the public. Moreover it would motive politicos to
work diligently towards public service.
For what did he seek an electoral symbol and what was it?
In the year 2014, Mr. V. Panduranga Rao, a political activist from Telangana,
came up with a weird proposal and presented it to the ECI. He stated that
like political parties have an electoral symbol, even ___ must have one.
Underlining the importance of giving an attractive symbol to ___ to
highlight its importance, the social activist told the allotment of ___ as
symbol would attract many.
According to him, such decision would stress upon the corruptance and
laziness that prevails in our system and shame our politicians who do little
to address the needs of the public. Moreover it would motive politicos to
work diligently towards public service.
For what did he seek an electoral symbol and what was it?
Question 9
There are certain reasons pertaining to specific features of the Lok Sabha
and the Rajya Sabha.
The members of the Lok Sabha are directly elected by the public (grassroot
level of democracy) is stated to be a reason.
As for the Rajya Sabha, its members are elected by the MLAs of various
states, thus proving them to be special and separate from the rest. So to
provide a royal stride to it, a certain feature was incorporated when the
Parliament was constructed.
ID the features.
There are certain reasons pertaining to specific features of the Lok Sabha
and the Rajya Sabha.
The members of the Lok Sabha are directly elected by the public (grassroot
level of democracy) is stated to be a reason.
As for the Rajya Sabha, its members are elected by the MLAs of various
states, thus proving them to be special and separate from the rest. So to
provide a royal stride to it, a certain feature was incorporated when the
Parliament was constructed.
ID the features.
Question 10
Historical evidences show that both these warrior clans (X and Y) were
descendants of the mountain priests of Yamabushi. Members of both the
clans were hired to act as spies as well as assassins. However it's the Y clan
that stands villainized in the annals of history.
This is because of the tactics they employed, in which they formed false
groups of themselves and attacked rivals. A reason for this is attributed to
the fact that Y were hired by both the sides in an event of war. On the other
hand, X clan earned recognition for their loyalty towards the imperial
families and their just practices in warfare.
ID X and Y, familiar to most of us, thanks to the field of entertainment.
Historical evidences show that both these warrior clans (X and Y) were
descendants of the mountain priests of Yamabushi. Members of both the
clans were hired to act as spies as well as assassins. However it's the Y clan
that stands villainized in the annals of history.
This is because of the tactics they employed, in which they formed false
groups of themselves and attacked rivals. A reason for this is attributed to
the fact that Y were hired by both the sides in an event of war. On the other
hand, X clan earned recognition for their loyalty towards the imperial
families and their just practices in warfare.
ID X and Y, familiar to most of us, thanks to the field of entertainment.
Question 11
Shown in the figure are
__________(10) of X signifying one
of the most notable events in Indian
history that arose due to a rumour
associated with them of defiling
religions.
ID X/FITB and how did they lead to
the event talked about?
Shown in the figure are
__________(10) of X signifying one
of the most notable events in Indian
history that arose due to a rumour
associated with them of defiling
religions.
ID X/FITB and how did they lead to
the event talked about?
Question 12
One of the earliest geographers from the West who visited India (about
320 BC) was X, as an ambassador of the Seleucid dynasty ruler to the
Mauryan emperor Chandragupta Maurya. He recorded his commentary on
the country's geography, traditions, etc. in a popular book ___. An
interesting find from the book is the mention of the Greek hero Hercules in
India, believed to have lived in India by X.
Historians state that it was probably a description of the deities Krishna and
Balarama, belonging to the Shurasena tribe, which also found mention in
the book. This concept was later revisited by diplomats in the ensuing
decades, pointing out the banner of "Herakles" carried by Y's army during a
historic face-off, arguing that Y could've indeed belonged to the Shurasena
tribe.
ID X & Y.
One of the earliest geographers from the West who visited India (about
320 BC) was X, as an ambassador of the Seleucid dynasty ruler to the
Mauryan emperor Chandragupta Maurya. He recorded his commentary on
the country's geography, traditions, etc. in a popular book ___. An
interesting find from the book is the mention of the Greek hero Hercules in
India, believed to have lived in India by X.
Historians state that it was probably a description of the deities Krishna and
Balarama, belonging to the Shurasena tribe, which also found mention in
the book. This concept was later revisited by diplomats in the ensuing
decades, pointing out the banner of "Herakles" carried by Y's army during a
historic face-off, arguing that Y could've indeed belonged to the Shurasena
tribe.
ID X & Y.
Question 13
The scene depicted is the one, that the __ founders of Tenochtitlán, of the
Aztec empire, supposedly saw in 1325, which met their prophecies of the
predestined site for their capital. They built their capital city, Tenochtitlán,
on the spot where they observed an eagle — a potent symbol in Aztec
ideology — perched atop a nopal cactus and clutching a snake in its talons.
Where can this scene be seen commonly, if one observes close enough?
(Image on next slide)
The scene depicted is the one, that the __ founders of Tenochtitlán, of the
Aztec empire, supposedly saw in 1325, which met their prophecies of the
predestined site for their capital. They built their capital city, Tenochtitlán,
on the spot where they observed an eagle — a potent symbol in Aztec
ideology — perched atop a nopal cactus and clutching a snake in its talons.
Where can this scene be seen commonly, if one observes close enough?
(Image on next slide)
Question 13
Question 14
In 1995 at the City of Hamburg, the X exhibition was inaugurated. The
intention of the exhibition was to debunk a popular postwar myth regarding
about a particular organisation X which was then part of Nazi Germany.
According to the myth, X was not involved in the Nazi German War Crimes
and the blame was placed entirely on other powerful organisations which
were closer to the Nazi Party.
The exhibition was controversial as critics accused the organisers of
fabricating evidence, which was later disproved. There was also so much
outrage among certain people, that a war veteran who was a part of X
immolated himself and there was a terrorist attack both supported by
neo-nazi extremists.
What is X?
In 1995 at the City of Hamburg, the X exhibition was inaugurated. The
intention of the exhibition was to debunk a popular postwar myth regarding
about a particular organisation X which was then part of Nazi Germany.
According to the myth, X was not involved in the Nazi German War Crimes
and the blame was placed entirely on other powerful organisations which
were closer to the Nazi Party.
The exhibition was controversial as critics accused the organisers of
fabricating evidence, which was later disproved. There was also so much
outrage among certain people, that a war veteran who was a part of X
immolated himself and there was a terrorist attack both supported by
neo-nazi extremists.
What is X?
Question 15
In July 2022, the Indian dairy brand Amul released a cartoon featuring
the two final candidates for the post of the Prime Minister of UK, X
(left) and Y(right), before the fifth round of ____, the final round to
decide the winner. The cartoon's title was a query about X, and the
round's outcome, framed as a wordplay on both the candidates' names.
What was the query?
(Image on the next slide)
In July 2022, the Indian dairy brand Amul released a cartoon featuring
the two final candidates for the post of the Prime Minister of UK, X
(left) and Y(right), before the fifth round of ____, the final round to
decide the winner. The cartoon's title was a query about X, and the
round's outcome, framed as a wordplay on both the candidates' names.
What was the query?
(Image on the next slide)
Question 16
JFK memorial in Runnymede, England is unique in being ___.
Commissioned by the UK Govt, and designed by post war architect Sir
Geoffrey Jellicoe, the memorial headstone was erected in 1965, 2 years
after John F. Kennedy was assassinated.
The memorial comprises of 3 elements. On entering the gate, there are 50
steps leading up to the memorial headstone, the 50 stones representing the
50 states of the United States. The memorial consists of words from
president Kennedy's inaugural address. Behind the memorial stone, is an
american scarlet oak tree, that turns a vibrant red color in November, the
month of JFK's assasination.
(Continuation on the next slide)
JFK memorial in Runnymede, England is unique in being ___.
Commissioned by the UK Govt, and designed by post war architect Sir
Geoffrey Jellicoe, the memorial headstone was erected in 1965, 2 years
after John F. Kennedy was assassinated.
The memorial comprises of 3 elements. On entering the gate, there are 50
steps leading up to the memorial headstone, the 50 stones representing the
50 states of the United States. The memorial consists of words from
president Kennedy's inaugural address. Behind the memorial stone, is an
american scarlet oak tree, that turns a vibrant red color in November, the
month of JFK's assasination.
(Continuation on the next slide)
Question 16
As a sign of the 2 nations’ (UK and US) close knit relations, the late queen
Elizabeth II, did something that resulted in this memorial attaining a unique
quality, that no other land in UK enjoys.
Parents with kids go to the memorial for a quick vacation across lands, as a
quip(witty) trip.
What did Queen Elizabeth II do?
As a sign of the 2 nations’ (UK and US) close knit relations, the late queen
Elizabeth II, did something that resulted in this memorial attaining a unique
quality, that no other land in UK enjoys.
Parents with kids go to the memorial for a quick vacation across lands, as a
quip(witty) trip.
What did Queen Elizabeth II do?
Question 17
Around 10 years ago, P. Shankar Rao, ex-MLA of erstwhile undivided
Andhra Pradesh MLA unveiled a bronze statue of X and revered it as
'Telangana Talli' (Mother Goddess of Telangana), at X Shanti Vanam in
Maliwal town as a token of gratitude for the establishment of the Telangana
state. The sculpture, fashioned in the likeness of Hindu goddess idols found
in southern India, features intricate details including a silk sari, adorned with
gold jewellery and a crown. With a serene expression, the statue holds a
maize crop in one hand and a Bathukamma in another.
In expressing his sentiments, Shankar Rao emphasized the importance of
erecting a temple in honor of Goddess X, contrasting it with the actions of
Andhra leaders who opted for a tomb upon the announcement of
Telangana's separate statehood.
ID X.
Around 10 years ago, P. Shankar Rao, ex-MLA of erstwhile undivided
Andhra Pradesh MLA unveiled a bronze statue of X and revered it as
'Telangana Talli' (Mother Goddess of Telangana), at X Shanti Vanam in
Maliwal town as a token of gratitude for the establishment of the Telangana
state. The sculpture, fashioned in the likeness of Hindu goddess idols found
in southern India, features intricate details including a silk sari, adorned with
gold jewellery and a crown. With a serene expression, the statue holds a
maize crop in one hand and a Bathukamma in another.
In expressing his sentiments, Shankar Rao emphasized the importance of
erecting a temple in honor of Goddess X, contrasting it with the actions of
Andhra leaders who opted for a tomb upon the announcement of
Telangana's separate statehood.
ID X.
Question 18
X party is a label adopted by many political parties around the world. Such
political parties espouse civil libertarian ideas. They advocate for copyright
and patent reform, direct E-democracy, Anti-corruption measures and
Software and Internet Freedom.
Members of X parties made concerted efforts to connect it to various
similar practices happening throughout history, such as in medieval era to
present day on the Internet.
ID X.
X party is a label adopted by many political parties around the world. Such
political parties espouse civil libertarian ideas. They advocate for copyright
and patent reform, direct E-democracy, Anti-corruption measures and
Software and Internet Freedom.
Members of X parties made concerted efforts to connect it to various
similar practices happening throughout history, such as in medieval era to
present day on the Internet.
ID X.
Question 19
The beginning of the 1990s era has seen a political turmoil in India and one
of the most infamous incidents that happened during that period was the
1989 kidnapping of Rubaiya Sayeed, the daughter of Mufti Mohammad
Sayeed, who was the country's home minister at the time.
She was abducted by the militants in Srinagar and they demanded the
release of five terrorists of JKLF and the then government agreed to the
demand. The release of the terrorists led to a sharp increase in the
insurgency in Kashmir. It is thought that this episode served as the
inspiration for another incident.
(Continuation on next slide)
The beginning of the 1990s era has seen a political turmoil in India and one
of the most infamous incidents that happened during that period was the
1989 kidnapping of Rubaiya Sayeed, the daughter of Mufti Mohammad
Sayeed, who was the country's home minister at the time.
She was abducted by the militants in Srinagar and they demanded the
release of five terrorists of JKLF and the then government agreed to the
demand. The release of the terrorists led to a sharp increase in the
insurgency in Kashmir. It is thought that this episode served as the
inspiration for another incident.
(Continuation on next slide)
Question 19
In that incident, the demands were similar to the first one, and the
government complied with them because of the conditions at the time. The
repercussions of that incident are faced even today and that incident came
into limelight during 2019 due to a decision taken by the UN security
Council.
ID the incident and the decision taken by UNSC.
In that incident, the demands were similar to the first one, and the
government complied with them because of the conditions at the time. The
repercussions of that incident are faced even today and that incident came
into limelight during 2019 due to a decision taken by the UN security
Council.
ID the incident and the decision taken by UNSC.
Question 20
Sir William Mitchell Acworth was a British ___(7) economist, barrister and
politician. In 1920, an East Indian ___ (7) Committee was constituted under
the chairmanship of Sir William Acworth. This committee consisted of 10
members and among them 3 were Indians.
In 1921 the Committee published its infamous Ackworth Report which
suggested a key change in the finances of the country, making India the
only country to do so. The change was adopted and had its implications on
the Indian Finances until the last decade when it was finally changed.
ID the change suggested by the committee.
Sir William Mitchell Acworth was a British ___(7) economist, barrister and
politician. In 1920, an East Indian ___ (7) Committee was constituted under
the chairmanship of Sir William Acworth. This committee consisted of 10
members and among them 3 were Indians.
In 1921 the Committee published its infamous Ackworth Report which
suggested a key change in the finances of the country, making India the
only country to do so. The change was adopted and had its implications on
the Indian Finances until the last decade when it was finally changed.
ID the change suggested by the committee.
ANSWERS
Question 1
The image of the number plate with an 'X' on the car belonging to Union
Home Minister Amit Shah has been circulating widely on social media,
sparking curiosity and speculation. This phenomenon gained attention when
a video released by a news agency on February 29 showcased Amit Shah's
vehicle, adorned with a number plate displaying the aforementioned
attribute. Interestingly, this peculiar feature was not exclusive to Amit Shah's
car; Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's vehicle was also observed bearing a
similar 'X' designation on its number plate.
ID the feature/ X.
The image of the number plate with an 'X' on the car belonging to Union
Home Minister Amit Shah has been circulating widely on social media,
sparking curiosity and speculation. This phenomenon gained attention when
a video released by a news agency on February 29 showcased Amit Shah's
vehicle, adorned with a number plate displaying the aforementioned
attribute. Interestingly, this peculiar feature was not exclusive to Amit Shah's
car; Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's vehicle was also observed bearing a
similar 'X' designation on its number plate.
ID the feature/ X.
Answer
Amit Shah's car, with number plate 'DL1 CAA 4421', and 4+4+2+1 = 11,
when on 11th March, CAA was implemented across India.
Amit Shah's car, with number plate 'DL1 CAA 4421', and 4+4+2+1 = 11,
when on 11th March, CAA was implemented across India.
Question 2
X is a pejorative term first used by abolitionists in the period of 1860s in
Missouri, to refer those who opposed the abolition for slavery.
However, X is recently used to target a certain demographic and
generation, and it became very popular during the mid 2010s and
popularised by commentators, pundits, trolls and social media influencers
alike in the west.
ID the reason why the Anti-Abolitionists were called X.
X is a pejorative term first used by abolitionists in the period of 1860s in
Missouri, to refer those who opposed the abolition for slavery.
However, X is recently used to target a certain demographic and
generation, and it became very popular during the mid 2010s and
popularised by commentators, pundits, trolls and social media influencers
alike in the west.
ID the reason why the Anti-Abolitionists were called X.
Answer
It was because of the colour of the snow, so the Anti-Abolitionists were
considered to value whites more than black slaves.
It was because of the colour of the snow, so the Anti-Abolitionists were
considered to value whites more than black slaves.
Question 3
Pakistan's history has been dominated by political unrest and instability,
beginning immediately after the country gained its independence. Following
the death of Jinnah, the assassination of Liaquat Ali Khan, Pakistan's first
prime minister, is considered the most horrific incident in the country's
political history. Khan was shot twice in the chest on October 16, 1951, while
giving a speech to a crowd of 100,000 people at Company Bagh
(Company Gardens), Rawalpindi. Afterwards, the garden was renamed
Liaquat Bagh in memory of Liaquat Ali Khan. Political parties have been
prohibited from holding rallies there on numerous occasions due to an
incident that happened in the late 2000s.
What is the reason behind the prohibition on rallies at Liaquat Bagh?
Pakistan's history has been dominated by political unrest and instability,
beginning immediately after the country gained its independence. Following
the death of Jinnah, the assassination of Liaquat Ali Khan, Pakistan's first
prime minister, is considered the most horrific incident in the country's
political history. Khan was shot twice in the chest on October 16, 1951, while
giving a speech to a crowd of 100,000 people at Company Bagh
(Company Gardens), Rawalpindi. Afterwards, the garden was renamed
Liaquat Bagh in memory of Liaquat Ali Khan. Political parties have been
prohibited from holding rallies there on numerous occasions due to an
incident that happened in the late 2000s.
What is the reason behind the prohibition on rallies at Liaquat Bagh?
Answer
Benazir Bhutto was assassinated at the same place.
Benazir Bhutto was assassinated at the same place.
Question 4
The ban on certain practice in the Parliament finds its origin in the UK
Parliamentary System. Though not officially rendered in the UK constitution,
it finds a mention in the rules laid out by Erskine May in his Parliamentary
Etiquette Manual. It says, "Members must not disturb a member who is
speaking, by chanting, ___, booing, exclamation or other interruptions."
So in order to bypass these obligations, the lawmakers came up with a way
which one would spot during Parliamentary sessions.
ID what was banned and what new practice came into being.
The ban on certain practice in the Parliament finds its origin in the UK
Parliamentary System. Though not officially rendered in the UK constitution,
it finds a mention in the rules laid out by Erskine May in his Parliamentary
Etiquette Manual. It says, "Members must not disturb a member who is
speaking, by chanting, ___, booing, exclamation or other interruptions."
So in order to bypass these obligations, the lawmakers came up with a way
which one would spot during Parliamentary sessions.
ID what was banned and what new practice came into being.
Answer
Clapping was banned and thumping of tables was introduced.
Clapping was banned and thumping of tables was introduced.
Question 5
There are various political models which try to depict different ideologies
across the political spectrum in one form or another. Often most of these
illustrate the spectrum as a straight line with the far-left and the far-right
on the opposite poles. However the ___ theory advocates a completely
different perspective with it's peculiar shape.
Popularized by Jean-Pierre Faye, a French Philosopher in 2002, it examines
the degree of closeness and similarities between these two extremist
ideologies.
According to him, the far left was no sane than the far right and used
similar tactics of hate and fear mongering to generate support amongst the
masses.
ID the theory/ FITB.
There are various political models which try to depict different ideologies
across the political spectrum in one form or another. Often most of these
illustrate the spectrum as a straight line with the far-left and the far-right
on the opposite poles. However the ___ theory advocates a completely
different perspective with it's peculiar shape.
Popularized by Jean-Pierre Faye, a French Philosopher in 2002, it examines
the degree of closeness and similarities between these two extremist
ideologies.
According to him, the far left was no sane than the far right and used
similar tactics of hate and fear mongering to generate support amongst the
masses.
ID the theory/ FITB.
Answer
Horseshoe Theory
Horseshoe Theory
Question 6
The Harappan civilization belonged to the bronze-age society that
flourished on Indian soil. The name X is reputed to signify “the mound of
the dead.” The archaeological importance of the site was first recognised in
1922, one year after the discovery of Harappa.The western mound of X
consisted of all the important administrative structures like the Y, granaries,
and the College of Priests. While the eastern or low-lying part of the town
was meant for the settlement of commoners. Y, a rectangular public pool
situated in the citadel complex, is also called the "earliest public water tank
of the ancient world." Most scholars agree that this tank would have been
used for special religious functions where water was used to purify and
renew the well-being of the bathers. Nonetheless, it is known to be a
structural masterpiece with many modern-day features.
ID X and Y.
The Harappan civilization belonged to the bronze-age society that
flourished on Indian soil. The name X is reputed to signify “the mound of
the dead.” The archaeological importance of the site was first recognised in
1922, one year after the discovery of Harappa.The western mound of X
consisted of all the important administrative structures like the Y, granaries,
and the College of Priests. While the eastern or low-lying part of the town
was meant for the settlement of commoners. Y, a rectangular public pool
situated in the citadel complex, is also called the "earliest public water tank
of the ancient world." Most scholars agree that this tank would have been
used for special religious functions where water was used to purify and
renew the well-being of the bathers. Nonetheless, it is known to be a
structural masterpiece with many modern-day features.
ID X and Y.
Answer
X- Mohenjodaro
Y- The Great Bath
X- Mohenjodaro
Y- The Great Bath
Question 7
A significant dispute erupted in 2016 following a Facebook post by
Norwegian author Tom Egeland. In his post, Egeland discussed "seven
photographs that changed the history of warfare," one of which being the
famous image taken by Nick UT who won the Pulitzer Prize of 1973 due to
this photograph. The Norwegian prime minister at the time said that the
picture was the one that "shaped world history" because of how heated the
uproar was. Facebook was finally forced to back down owing to mounting
criticism after the most popular newspaper in Norway, Afterposten,
published an article criticising the social media platform and used the same
image to mock Facebook.
What was the controversy that took place in 2016? (Image on next slide)
A significant dispute erupted in 2016 following a Facebook post by
Norwegian author Tom Egeland. In his post, Egeland discussed "seven
photographs that changed the history of warfare," one of which being the
famous image taken by Nick UT who won the Pulitzer Prize of 1973 due to
this photograph. The Norwegian prime minister at the time said that the
picture was the one that "shaped world history" because of how heated the
uproar was. Facebook was finally forced to back down owing to mounting
criticism after the most popular newspaper in Norway, Afterposten,
published an article criticising the social media platform and used the same
image to mock Facebook.
What was the controversy that took place in 2016? (Image on next slide)
Answer
Facebook removed Egeland’s post
stating that it violated the community
guidelines and promotes nudity.
Facebook removed Egeland’s post
stating that it violated the community
guidelines and promotes nudity.
Question 8
In the year 2014, Mr. V. Panduranga Rao, a political activist from Telangana,
came up with a weird proposal and presented it to the ECI. He stated that
like political parties have an electoral symbol, even _ must have one.
Underlining the importance of giving an attractive symbol to _ to highlight
its importance, the social activist told the allotment of ___ as symbol would
attract many. According to him, such decision would stress upon the
corruptance and laziness that prevails in our system and shame our
politicians who do little to address the needs of the public. Moreover it
would motive politicos to work diligently towards public service.
For what did he seek an electoral symbol and what was it?
In the year 2014, Mr. V. Panduranga Rao, a political activist from Telangana,
came up with a weird proposal and presented it to the ECI. He stated that
like political parties have an electoral symbol, even _ must have one.
Underlining the importance of giving an attractive symbol to _ to highlight
its importance, the social activist told the allotment of ___ as symbol would
attract many. According to him, such decision would stress upon the
corruptance and laziness that prevails in our system and shame our
politicians who do little to address the needs of the public. Moreover it
would motive politicos to work diligently towards public service.
For what did he seek an electoral symbol and what was it?
Answer
He sought a ‘Donkey’ to be the electoral symbol of NOTA.
According to him, people would vote for the donkey rather than going with
corrupt politicians.
He sought a ‘Donkey’ to be the electoral symbol of NOTA.
According to him, people would vote for the donkey rather than going with
corrupt politicians.
Question 9
There are certain reasons pertaining to specific features of the Lok Sabha
and the Rajya Sabha.
The members of the Lok Sabha are directly elected by the public (grassroot
level of democracy) is stated to be a reason.
As for the Rajya Sabha, its members are elected by the MLAs of various
states, thus proving them to be special and separate from the rest. So to
provide a royal stride to it, a certain feature was incorporated when the
Parliament was constructed.
ID the features.
There are certain reasons pertaining to specific features of the Lok Sabha
and the Rajya Sabha.
The members of the Lok Sabha are directly elected by the public (grassroot
level of democracy) is stated to be a reason.
As for the Rajya Sabha, its members are elected by the MLAs of various
states, thus proving them to be special and separate from the rest. So to
provide a royal stride to it, a certain feature was incorporated when the
Parliament was constructed.
ID the features.
Answer
Green carpets for Lok Sabha and Red carpets for Rajya Sabha.
Green carpets for Lok Sabha and Red carpets for Rajya Sabha.
Question 10
Historical evidences show that both these warrior clans (X and Y) were
descendants of the mountain priests of Yamabushi. Members of both the
clans were hired to act as spies as well as assassins. However it's the Y clan
that stands villainized in the annals of history. This is because of the tactics
they employed, in which they formed false groups of themselves and
attacked rivals. A reason for this is attributed to the fact that Y were hired
by both the sides in an event of war. On the other hand, X clan earned
recognition for their loyalty towards the imperial families and their just
practices in warfare.
ID X and Y, familiar to most of us, thanks to the field of entertainment.
Historical evidences show that both these warrior clans (X and Y) were
descendants of the mountain priests of Yamabushi. Members of both the
clans were hired to act as spies as well as assassins. However it's the Y clan
that stands villainized in the annals of history. This is because of the tactics
they employed, in which they formed false groups of themselves and
attacked rivals. A reason for this is attributed to the fact that Y were hired
by both the sides in an event of war. On the other hand, X clan earned
recognition for their loyalty towards the imperial families and their just
practices in warfare.
ID X and Y, familiar to most of us, thanks to the field of entertainment.
Answer
Iga and Koga/Koka Ninjas.
Iga and Koga/Koka Ninjas.
Question 11
Shown in the figure are
__________(10) of X signifying one
of the most notable events in Indian
history that arose due to a rumour
associated with them of defiling
religions.
ID X/FITB and how did they lead to
the event talked about?
Shown in the figure are
__________(10) of X signifying one
of the most notable events in Indian
history that arose due to a rumour
associated with them of defiling
religions.
ID X/FITB and how did they lead to
the event talked about?
Answer
X - 1853 Enfield Rifle
Blank - Cartridges
Event - Revolt of 1857
There were rumours about cartridges being greased with cow and pig
fat which caused resentment amongst the Hindu and Muslim soldiers
who thought it as an attempt to convert them to Christianity.
X - 1853 Enfield Rifle
Blank - Cartridges
Event - Revolt of 1857
There were rumours about cartridges being greased with cow and pig
fat which caused resentment amongst the Hindu and Muslim soldiers
who thought it as an attempt to convert them to Christianity.
Question 12
One of the earliest geographers from the West who visited India (about
320 BC) was X, as an ambassador of the Seleucid dynasty ruler to the
Mauryan emperor Chandragupta Maurya. He recorded his commentary on
the country's geography, traditions, etc. in a popular book ___. An
interesting find from the book is the mention of the Greek hero Hercules in
India, believed to have lived in India by X. Historians state that it was
probably a description of the deities Krishna and Balarama, belonging to the
Shurasena tribe, which also found mention in the book. This concept was
later revisited by diplomats in the ensuing decades, pointing out the banner
of "Herakles" carried by Y's army during a historic face-off, arguing that Y
could've indeed belonged to the Shurasena tribe.
ID X & Y.
One of the earliest geographers from the West who visited India (about
320 BC) was X, as an ambassador of the Seleucid dynasty ruler to the
Mauryan emperor Chandragupta Maurya. He recorded his commentary on
the country's geography, traditions, etc. in a popular book ___. An
interesting find from the book is the mention of the Greek hero Hercules in
India, believed to have lived in India by X. Historians state that it was
probably a description of the deities Krishna and Balarama, belonging to the
Shurasena tribe, which also found mention in the book. This concept was
later revisited by diplomats in the ensuing decades, pointing out the banner
of "Herakles" carried by Y's army during a historic face-off, arguing that Y
could've indeed belonged to the Shurasena tribe.
ID X & Y.
Answer
X- Megasthenes
Y- Porus
X- Megasthenes
Y- Porus
Question 13
The scene depicted is the one that the __ founders of Tenochtitlán, of the
Aztec empire, supposedly saw in 1325, which met their prophecies of the
predestined site for their capital. They built their capital city, Tenochtitlán,
on the spot where they observed an eagle — a potent symbol in Aztec
ideology — perched atop a nopal cactus and clutching a snake in its talons.
Where can this scene be seen commonly, if one observes close enough?
(Image on next slide)
The scene depicted is the one that the __ founders of Tenochtitlán, of the
Aztec empire, supposedly saw in 1325, which met their prophecies of the
predestined site for their capital. They built their capital city, Tenochtitlán,
on the spot where they observed an eagle — a potent symbol in Aztec
ideology — perched atop a nopal cactus and clutching a snake in its talons.
Where can this scene be seen commonly, if one observes close enough?
(Image on next slide)
Question 13
Answer
On the National flag of Mexico
On the National flag of Mexico
Question 14
In 1995 at the City of Hamburg, The X exhibition was inaugurated. The
Intention of the exhibition was to debunk a popular postwar myth regarding
about a particular organisation X which was then part of Nazi Germany.
According to the myth, X was not involved in the Nazi German War Crimes
and the blame was placed entirely on other powerful organisations which
were closer to the Nazi Party.
The exhibition was controversial, as critics accused the organisers of
fabricating evidence, which was later disproved. There was also so much
outrage among certain people, that a war veteran who was a part of X
immolated himself and there was an a terrorist attack both supported by
neo-nazi extremists.
What is X?
In 1995 at the City of Hamburg, The X exhibition was inaugurated. The
Intention of the exhibition was to debunk a popular postwar myth regarding
about a particular organisation X which was then part of Nazi Germany.
According to the myth, X was not involved in the Nazi German War Crimes
and the blame was placed entirely on other powerful organisations which
were closer to the Nazi Party.
The exhibition was controversial, as critics accused the organisers of
fabricating evidence, which was later disproved. There was also so much
outrage among certain people, that a war veteran who was a part of X
immolated himself and there was an a terrorist attack both supported by
neo-nazi extremists.
What is X?
Answer
Wehrmacht (German Armed Forces)
Wehrmacht (German Armed Forces)
Question 15
In July 2022, the Indian dairy brand Amul released a cartoon featuring
the two final candidates for the post of the Prime Minister of UK, X
(left) and Y(right), before the fifth round of ____, the final round to
decide the winner. The cartoon's title was a query about X, and the
round's outcome, framed as a wordplay on both the candidates' names.
What was the query? (Image on the next slide)
In July 2022, the Indian dairy brand Amul released a cartoon featuring
the two final candidates for the post of the Prime Minister of UK, X
(left) and Y(right), before the fifth round of ____, the final round to
decide the winner. The cartoon's title was a query about X, and the
round's outcome, framed as a wordplay on both the candidates' names.
What was the query? (Image on the next slide)
Answer
Question 16
JFK memorial in Runnymede, England is unique in being ___.
Commissioned by the UK Govt, and designed by post war architect Sir
Geoffrey Jellicoe, the memorial headstone was erected in 1965, 2 years
after John F. Kennedy was assassinated.
The memorial is comprised of 3 elements. On entering the gate, there are
50 steps leading up to the memorial headstone, the 50 stones representing
the 50 states of the United States. The memorial consists of words from
president Kennedy's inaugural address. Behind the memorial stone, is an
american scarlet oak tree, that turns a vibrant red color in November, the
month of JFK's assasination.
(Continuation on the next slide)
JFK memorial in Runnymede, England is unique in being ___.
Commissioned by the UK Govt, and designed by post war architect Sir
Geoffrey Jellicoe, the memorial headstone was erected in 1965, 2 years
after John F. Kennedy was assassinated.
The memorial is comprised of 3 elements. On entering the gate, there are
50 steps leading up to the memorial headstone, the 50 stones representing
the 50 states of the United States. The memorial consists of words from
president Kennedy's inaugural address. Behind the memorial stone, is an
american scarlet oak tree, that turns a vibrant red color in November, the
month of JFK's assasination.
(Continuation on the next slide)
Question 16
As a sign of the 2 nations’ (UK and US) close knit relations, the late queen
Elizabeth II, did something that resulted in this memorial attaining a unique
quality, that no other land in UK enjoys.
Parents with kids go to the memorial for a quick vacation across lands, as a
quip(witty) trip.
What did Queen Elizabeth II do?
As a sign of the 2 nations’ (UK and US) close knit relations, the late queen
Elizabeth II, did something that resulted in this memorial attaining a unique
quality, that no other land in UK enjoys.
Parents with kids go to the memorial for a quick vacation across lands, as a
quip(witty) trip.
What did Queen Elizabeth II do?
Answer
Tiny piece of American land in the whole of the UK.
Tiny piece of American land in the whole of the UK.
Question 17
Around 10 years ago, P. Shankar Rao, ex-MLA of erstwhile undivided
Andhra Pradesh MLA unveiled a bronze statue of X and revered it as
'Telangana Talli' (Mother Goddess of Telangana), at X Shanti Vanam in
Maliwal town as a token of gratitude for the establishment of the Telangana
state. The sculpture, fashioned in the likeness of Hindu goddess idols found
in southern India, features intricate details including a silk sari, adorned with
gold jewellery and a crown. With a serene expression, the statue holds a
maize crop in one hand and a Bathukamma in another.
In expressing his sentiments, Shankar Rao emphasized the importance of
erecting a temple in honor of Goddess X, contrasting it with the actions of
Andhra leaders who opted for a tomb upon the announcement of
Telangana's separate statehood.
ID X.
Around 10 years ago, P. Shankar Rao, ex-MLA of erstwhile undivided
Andhra Pradesh MLA unveiled a bronze statue of X and revered it as
'Telangana Talli' (Mother Goddess of Telangana), at X Shanti Vanam in
Maliwal town as a token of gratitude for the establishment of the Telangana
state. The sculpture, fashioned in the likeness of Hindu goddess idols found
in southern India, features intricate details including a silk sari, adorned with
gold jewellery and a crown. With a serene expression, the statue holds a
maize crop in one hand and a Bathukamma in another.
In expressing his sentiments, Shankar Rao emphasized the importance of
erecting a temple in honor of Goddess X, contrasting it with the actions of
Andhra leaders who opted for a tomb upon the announcement of
Telangana's separate statehood.
ID X.
Answer
Sonia Gandhi
Sonia Gandhi
Question 18
X party is a label adopted by many political parties around the world. Such
political parties espouse civil libertarian ideas. They advocate for copyright
and patent reform, direct and E-democracy, Anti-corruption measures and
Software and Internet Freedom.
Members of X parties made concerted efforts to connect it to various
similar practices happening throughout history, such as in medieval era to
present day on the Internet.
ID X.
X party is a label adopted by many political parties around the world. Such
political parties espouse civil libertarian ideas. They advocate for copyright
and patent reform, direct and E-democracy, Anti-corruption measures and
Software and Internet Freedom.
Members of X parties made concerted efforts to connect it to various
similar practices happening throughout history, such as in medieval era to
present day on the Internet.
ID X.
Answer
Pirate
Pirate
Question 19
The beginning of the 1990s era has seen a political turmoil in India and one
of the most infamous incidents that happened during that period was the
1989 kidnapping of Rubaiya Sayeed, the daughter of Mufti Mohammad
Sayeed, who was the country's home minister at the time. She was
abducted by the militants in Srinagar and they demanded the release of five
terrorists of JKLF and the then government agreed to the demand and the
release of the terrorists led to a sharp increase in the insurgency in Kashmir.
It is thought that this episode served as the inspiration for another incident.
(Continuation on next slide)
The beginning of the 1990s era has seen a political turmoil in India and one
of the most infamous incidents that happened during that period was the
1989 kidnapping of Rubaiya Sayeed, the daughter of Mufti Mohammad
Sayeed, who was the country's home minister at the time. She was
abducted by the militants in Srinagar and they demanded the release of five
terrorists of JKLF and the then government agreed to the demand and the
release of the terrorists led to a sharp increase in the insurgency in Kashmir.
It is thought that this episode served as the inspiration for another incident.
(Continuation on next slide)
Question 19
In that incident, the demands were similar to the first one, and the
government complied with them because of the conditions at the time. The
repercussions of that incident are faced even today and that incident came
into limelight during 2019 due to a decision taken by the UN security
Council.
ID the incident and the decision taken by UNSC.
In that incident, the demands were similar to the first one, and the
government complied with them because of the conditions at the time. The
repercussions of that incident are faced even today and that incident came
into limelight during 2019 due to a decision taken by the UN security
Council.
ID the incident and the decision taken by UNSC.
Answer
Incident is the Kandahar Hijack/ IC 814 Hijack and Masood Azhar was
declared a global terrorist by the UNSC in 2019.
Incident is the Kandahar Hijack/ IC 814 Hijack and Masood Azhar was
declared a global terrorist by the UNSC in 2019.
Question 20
Sir William Mitchell Acworth was a British ___(7) economist, barrister and
politician. In 1920, an East Indian ___(7) Committee was constituted under
the chairmanship of Sir William Acworth. This committee consisted of 10
members and among them 3 were Indians.
In 1921 the Committee published its infamous Ackworth Report which
suggested a key change in the finances of the country, making India the
only country to do so. The change was adopted and had its implications on
the Indian Finances until the last decade when it was finally changed.
ID the change suggested by the committee
Sir William Mitchell Acworth was a British ___(7) economist, barrister and
politician. In 1920, an East Indian ___(7) Committee was constituted under
the chairmanship of Sir William Acworth. This committee consisted of 10
members and among them 3 were Indians.
In 1921 the Committee published its infamous Ackworth Report which
suggested a key change in the finances of the country, making India the
only country to do so. The change was adopted and had its implications on
the Indian Finances until the last decade when it was finally changed.
ID the change suggested by the committee
Answer
Presentation of a separate Railway Budget.
Presentation of a separate Railway Budget.
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POUNCE
BOUNCE
BOUNCE
RULES
1.This round has 8 Pounce/Bounce questions.
2.Pounce has a scoring scheme of +10/-5 while Bounce has a
scoring scheme of +10/0.
3.Directs will be to the teams corresponding to the question
number.
4.There will be part points for only bounce and not pounce.
5.Avoid shouting the answers out loud.
6.QM’s discretion is final.
1.This round has 8 Pounce/Bounce questions.
2.Pounce has a scoring scheme of +10/-5 while Bounce has a
scoring scheme of +10/0.
3.Directs will be to the teams corresponding to the question
number.
4.There will be part points for only bounce and not pounce.
5.Avoid shouting the answers out loud.
6.QM’s discretion is final.
Question 1
Owing to the account holder's anonymity and Switzerland's neutrality during
World War II, Jews living throughout Europe, particularly in regions under
Nazi control, began transferring enormous sums of money to Swiss banks.
Furthermore, there was less danger of an invasion of Switzerland because
Nazis also held money in Swiss banks. After the defeat of Germany and when
the world got to know about the atrocities of holocaust everyone was
shocked but when the descendents of the holocaust victims reached Swiss
banks to withdraw their money, a very irrational demand with respect to the
scenario at that time was put forward by the Swiss banks resulting in a lot
criticism of these banks. Finally, a lawsuit was filed by the World Jewish
Conference in 1995 against these banks and the victims were reimbursed.
What was the irrational demand of the Swiss banks?
Owing to the account holder's anonymity and Switzerland's neutrality during
World War II, Jews living throughout Europe, particularly in regions under
Nazi control, began transferring enormous sums of money to Swiss banks.
Furthermore, there was less danger of an invasion of Switzerland because
Nazis also held money in Swiss banks. After the defeat of Germany and when
the world got to know about the atrocities of holocaust everyone was
shocked but when the descendents of the holocaust victims reached Swiss
banks to withdraw their money, a very irrational demand with respect to the
scenario at that time was put forward by the Swiss banks resulting in a lot
criticism of these banks. Finally, a lawsuit was filed by the World Jewish
Conference in 1995 against these banks and the victims were reimbursed.
What was the irrational demand of the Swiss banks?
Answer
Banks asked for death certificates from the descendants of the victims
who died.
Banks asked for death certificates from the descendants of the victims
who died.
Question 2
The Bow Street Runners were the law enforcement officers of the Bow Street
Magistrates' Court in the City of Westminster, England. They have been
called London's first professional police force. The force originally numbered
six men and was founded in 1749 by magistrate Henry Fielding, who was also
well known as an author.
A practice followed by the Runners involving a hollow baton filled with a
rolled document associated with a phrase referring to a procedure done by
modern law enforcement.
The old practice was literal, but the modern practice is more metaphorical.
ID the phrase.
The Bow Street Runners were the law enforcement officers of the Bow Street
Magistrates' Court in the City of Westminster, England. They have been
called London's first professional police force. The force originally numbered
six men and was founded in 1749 by magistrate Henry Fielding, who was also
well known as an author.
A practice followed by the Runners involving a hollow baton filled with a
rolled document associated with a phrase referring to a procedure done by
modern law enforcement.
The old practice was literal, but the modern practice is more metaphorical.
ID the phrase.
Answer
Getting hit by a warrant
Getting hit by a warrant
Question 3
X was at the core of Ancient Greek culture. There was even a God of X in
the Pantheon named ________ (8). However, it was considered hubris for
mortals to consume X, a habit suited only to barbarians. Thus, to not risk
hysteria, the ancient Greeks would do something in order to reduce the
effects of X. It was believed that only ________ (8) had the power to
indulge in the consumption of X without following this custom and not face
consequences.
(Continuation in next slide..)
X was at the core of Ancient Greek culture. There was even a God of X in
the Pantheon named ________ (8). However, it was considered hubris for
mortals to consume X, a habit suited only to barbarians. Thus, to not risk
hysteria, the ancient Greeks would do something in order to reduce the
effects of X. It was believed that only ________ (8) had the power to
indulge in the consumption of X without following this custom and not face
consequences.
(Continuation in next slide..)
Question 3
They asserted that following this ritual was a mark of civilized behaviour,
whose contrast was embodied in the myth of the battle of Lapiths with the
Centaurs, which ended up in mayhem because of not adhering to this
tradition related to X. Even in modern times, people have adopted this ritual
and it does increase their capacity to consume more of X.
ID X and the ancient Greek custom associated with it.
They asserted that following this ritual was a mark of civilized behaviour,
whose contrast was embodied in the myth of the battle of Lapiths with the
Centaurs, which ended up in mayhem because of not adhering to this
tradition related to X. Even in modern times, people have adopted this ritual
and it does increase their capacity to consume more of X.
ID X and the ancient Greek custom associated with it.
Answer
X- Wine
Diluting wine with
water.
X- Wine
Diluting wine with
water.
Question 4
X is a well-known politician and economist from Southern India who rose to
prominence by exposing various frauds and scams connected to Y's regime. X
is viewed as Y's chief opponent, but in the late 1990s, Indian politics was
rocked by X's unbelievable betrayal narrative. Since he is an economist, it is
thought that he aspired to be the Finance Minister and even received backing
from a political party hailing from his home state to secure the position. The
front-runner party, however, disapproved of this idea, and X allegedly
arranged a meeting between the Y’s president and the head of the party that
was then endorsing him.
ID X, Y and the outcome of that meeting.
X is a well-known politician and economist from Southern India who rose to
prominence by exposing various frauds and scams connected to Y's regime. X
is viewed as Y's chief opponent, but in the late 1990s, Indian politics was
rocked by X's unbelievable betrayal narrative. Since he is an economist, it is
thought that he aspired to be the Finance Minister and even received backing
from a political party hailing from his home state to secure the position. The
front-runner party, however, disapproved of this idea, and X allegedly
arranged a meeting between the Y’s president and the head of the party that
was then endorsing him.
ID X, Y and the outcome of that meeting.
Answer
X- Subramanian Swamy
Y- Indian National Congress
The meeting occurred between Sonia
Gandhi and J. Jayalalithaa of the
AIADMK. It led to the fall of the Atal
Bihari Vajpayee-led NDA Government in
1999 when AIADMK withdrew its
support.
X- Subramanian Swamy
Y- Indian National Congress
The meeting occurred between Sonia
Gandhi and J. Jayalalithaa of the
AIADMK. It led to the fall of the Atal
Bihari Vajpayee-led NDA Government in
1999 when AIADMK withdrew its
support.
Question 5
In September 2022, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on a visit to a
village in Telangana’s Kamareddy, noticed that banners weren't hoarded and
images of the PM weren't included on the provisions in a PDS shop. The
District Collector was pulled up, and an explanation was demanded, stating
that it is the Union Govt. that actually bears a lion's share in subsidizing rice
and other provisions, selling them to the state govt. for Rs.1. The BRS
(formerly TRS) govt. criticized the move and said that it was the state govt.
that bears Rs. 2 out of Rs. 3 for subsidizing the ration. The following day, the
BRS govt. took a jibe at the Union govt., and posted a video on Twitter (now
X) complying with the instructions of the Union Minister, highlighting _____
in the country.
What did the BRS govt. do?
In September 2022, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on a visit to a
village in Telangana’s Kamareddy, noticed that banners weren't hoarded and
images of the PM weren't included on the provisions in a PDS shop. The
District Collector was pulled up, and an explanation was demanded, stating
that it is the Union Govt. that actually bears a lion's share in subsidizing rice
and other provisions, selling them to the state govt. for Rs.1. The BRS
(formerly TRS) govt. criticized the move and said that it was the state govt.
that bears Rs. 2 out of Rs. 3 for subsidizing the ration. The following day, the
BRS govt. took a jibe at the Union govt., and posted a video on Twitter (now
X) complying with the instructions of the Union Minister, highlighting _____
in the country.
What did the BRS govt. do?
Answer
The images were
displayed on LPG
cylinders.
Blank- inflation
The images were
displayed on LPG
cylinders.
Blank- inflation
Question 6
Railroads were a decisive component in determining the outcome of World
War II and played an important role in the conflict. Railroads facilitated the
quicker movement of troops, reinforcements, and supplies. During the war, it
was regular practice to attack ports, railway tunnels, and significant bridges.
The Allied powers are said to have abstained from bombing historical
locations like forts, castles, and churches. Germany's Rhine region has many
mountains and significant railway tunnels that were essential for the
movement of cargo. To overcome this problem, the Nazis came up with an
idea to protect these tunnels which now serve as attractive tourist places in
that region.
Which concept did the Nazis adopt?
Railroads were a decisive component in determining the outcome of World
War II and played an important role in the conflict. Railroads facilitated the
quicker movement of troops, reinforcements, and supplies. During the war, it
was regular practice to attack ports, railway tunnels, and significant bridges.
The Allied powers are said to have abstained from bombing historical
locations like forts, castles, and churches. Germany's Rhine region has many
mountains and significant railway tunnels that were essential for the
movement of cargo. To overcome this problem, the Nazis came up with an
idea to protect these tunnels which now serve as attractive tourist places in
that region.
Which concept did the Nazis adopt?
Answer
Nazis disguised the railway tunnels by
making structures resembling castle and
churches.
Nazis disguised the railway tunnels by
making structures resembling castle and
churches.
Question 7
The Rajput warriors employed various tactics in their wars. Though this
particular tactic X is not as common or well-documented, it could have been
a creative method to create confusion and mislead the enemy. They used to
be on horses and the other side on elephants. The elephants carrying the
enemies would instinctively not attack rajputs after doing X, giving them a
chance to attack first. The horses would then place their front legs on the
elephant’s head and rider attacks the mahout with a spear. Employing X could
include using elaborate costumes, props, or structures. This strategy would
aim to exploit the psychological impact of facing what seemed like a
squadron of powerful war elephants.
What is X?
The Rajput warriors employed various tactics in their wars. Though this
particular tactic X is not as common or well-documented, it could have been
a creative method to create confusion and mislead the enemy. They used to
be on horses and the other side on elephants. The elephants carrying the
enemies would instinctively not attack rajputs after doing X, giving them a
chance to attack first. The horses would then place their front legs on the
elephant’s head and rider attacks the mahout with a spear. Employing X could
include using elaborate costumes, props, or structures. This strategy would
aim to exploit the psychological impact of facing what seemed like a
squadron of powerful war elephants.
What is X?
Answer
The horses were made to wear
costumes of elephants. Dressed
up with fake trunks and other
paraphernalia, these horses
would look like small-sized
elephants. This created a
misconception in the minds of
the enemies, hence they would
refrain from charging ahead.
The horses were made to wear
costumes of elephants. Dressed
up with fake trunks and other
paraphernalia, these horses
would look like small-sized
elephants. This created a
misconception in the minds of
the enemies, hence they would
refrain from charging ahead.
Question 8
The Great Wall is the largest man-made project in the world. The complete
route is over 20,000 km, stretching from the eastern seaside to the western
desert in northern China. The text bricks are one of the many attractions of
the Great Wall. Starting from the third tower upwards in the eastern section,
there appear to be more and more text bricks on the wall. The text bricks on
the walls are mainly from the Ming Dynasty. The texts contain key
information, including the production location, quantity, brick household
name, etc. The names of the specific officials or the kiln makers are also
carved on the bricks, and the writing format is unified.
(Continuation in next Slide..)
The Great Wall is the largest man-made project in the world. The complete
route is over 20,000 km, stretching from the eastern seaside to the western
desert in northern China. The text bricks are one of the many attractions of
the Great Wall. Starting from the third tower upwards in the eastern section,
there appear to be more and more text bricks on the wall. The text bricks on
the walls are mainly from the Ming Dynasty. The texts contain key
information, including the production location, quantity, brick household
name, etc. The names of the specific officials or the kiln makers are also
carved on the bricks, and the writing format is unified.
(Continuation in next Slide..)
Question 8
There are different types of texts on the bricks: Yang, Yin, Body, Reverse,
Regular, Song, Official, Running, and others. The most important purpose of
the text bricks is known to be similar to some of the modern methods for
ensuring engineering ___(7). What purpose did the text bricks serve?
(Image in next slide)
There are different types of texts on the bricks: Yang, Yin, Body, Reverse,
Regular, Song, Official, Running, and others. The most important purpose of
the text bricks is known to be similar to some of the modern methods for
ensuring engineering ___(7). What purpose did the text bricks serve?
(Image in next slide)
Question 8
Answer
To hold them accountable if the quality was not upto the mark.
To hold them accountable if the quality was not upto the mark.
WRITTEN
ROUND
ROUND
RULES
1.This round contains 5 questions.
2.Questions will be around the dictators from all over the world.
3.Answer in the sheets provided.
4.Each question carries +10 for a correct answer and no negative marks
otherwise. Feel free to guess.
5.Parts points will be awarded wherever applicable.
6.Avoid shouting out answers loud.
7.Please refrain from any sort of malpractice (Googling, ChatGPT,
discussion among teams, etc).
8.QMs discretion is final.
1.This round contains 5 questions.
2.Questions will be around the dictators from all over the world.
3.Answer in the sheets provided.
4.Each question carries +10 for a correct answer and no negative marks
otherwise. Feel free to guess.
5.Parts points will be awarded wherever applicable.
6.Avoid shouting out answers loud.
7.Please refrain from any sort of malpractice (Googling, ChatGPT,
discussion among teams, etc).
8.QMs discretion is final.
Question 1
As per sources, sweets were considered to be among the favourite food
items of X. Every evening his servants had to leave an apple cake strewn with
raisins and nuts, so he could eat it during the night. Its nicknamed as _____
cake. X also used to put 7 spoons of sugar in his tea. During a war, his
country was cut off from importing supplies- one of it being cane sugar. To
boost the country’s agriculture and become self-sufficient, the government
began producing sugar from beetroots. Not only helping sugar addiction, this
also produced a by-product called schlempe which was used to make
cyanide, the gas used for an important task then.
ID X/country.
As per sources, sweets were considered to be among the favourite food
items of X. Every evening his servants had to leave an apple cake strewn with
raisins and nuts, so he could eat it during the night. Its nicknamed as _____
cake. X also used to put 7 spoons of sugar in his tea. During a war, his
country was cut off from importing supplies- one of it being cane sugar. To
boost the country’s agriculture and become self-sufficient, the government
began producing sugar from beetroots. Not only helping sugar addiction, this
also produced a by-product called schlempe which was used to make
cyanide, the gas used for an important task then.
ID X/country.
Question 2
Fostering the strength of German Empire, the victor behind the famous
Franco-Prussian war X, renowned to be the Iron chancellor. Shown is a
cartoon throwing a satirical remark on him targeting a certain aspect of his
reign.
ID X and the funda behind the cartoon.
(Image on the next slide)
Fostering the strength of German Empire, the victor behind the famous
Franco-Prussian war X, renowned to be the Iron chancellor. Shown is a
cartoon throwing a satirical remark on him targeting a certain aspect of his
reign.
ID X and the funda behind the cartoon.
(Image on the next slide)
Question 2
Question 3
For Mao Zedong, X was an activity that carried significant political and
personal importance. In his youth, he advocated X as a way of
strengthening the bodies of Chinese citizens, and one of his earliest poems
celebrated the joys of beating a wake through the waves. His performance
of this activity in two instances a decade apart in 1956 and 1966 were a
source of great worldwide fanfare and a publicity stunt of sorts to help
launch Mao’s Great Leap Forward & The Great Proletarian Cultural
Revolution. While both periods of revolution mark a dark part in the history
of China, the citizens of Wuhan still commemorate this event annually with
great pride.
ID X.
For Mao Zedong, X was an activity that carried significant political and
personal importance. In his youth, he advocated X as a way of
strengthening the bodies of Chinese citizens, and one of his earliest poems
celebrated the joys of beating a wake through the waves. His performance
of this activity in two instances a decade apart in 1956 and 1966 were a
source of great worldwide fanfare and a publicity stunt of sorts to help
launch Mao’s Great Leap Forward & The Great Proletarian Cultural
Revolution. While both periods of revolution mark a dark part in the history
of China, the citizens of Wuhan still commemorate this event annually with
great pride.
ID X.
Question 4
The Lateran Treaty was one component of the Lateran Pacts of 1929,
agreements between the Kingdom of Italy, which was represented by the
then Prime Minister X, and the Holy See under ____ Pius XI to settle the
long-standing Roman Question. The Roman Question refers to the dispute
between the _____ States and the Kingdom of Italy over the status and
governance of Rome and its surroundings during the 19th and early 20th
centuries. The treaty and associated pacts were named after the Lateran
Palace where they were signed in February 1929 and the Italian parliament
ratified them in June 1929.
What was the most significant outcome of the treaty?
The Lateran Treaty was one component of the Lateran Pacts of 1929,
agreements between the Kingdom of Italy, which was represented by the
then Prime Minister X, and the Holy See under ____ Pius XI to settle the
long-standing Roman Question. The Roman Question refers to the dispute
between the _____ States and the Kingdom of Italy over the status and
governance of Rome and its surroundings during the 19th and early 20th
centuries. The treaty and associated pacts were named after the Lateran
Palace where they were signed in February 1929 and the Italian parliament
ratified them in June 1929.
What was the most significant outcome of the treaty?
Question 5
Amongst the several political purges that have occurred in North Korea till
date, the one of Jang Song Thaek in 2013 took the world by shock with
many fearing the brutality shown through dictatorship. With the accused
not only being a longtime senior regime official but also the _____ of Kim
Jong Un, it was a perturbing act by the leader. The state-run Korean
Central News Agency released a long article claiming his anti-party
intentions, counter-revolutionary factional acts in a bid to overthrow the
government and the socialist system.
(Continued on the next slide)
Amongst the several political purges that have occurred in North Korea till
date, the one of Jang Song Thaek in 2013 took the world by shock with
many fearing the brutality shown through dictatorship. With the accused
not only being a longtime senior regime official but also the _____ of Kim
Jong Un, it was a perturbing act by the leader. The state-run Korean
Central News Agency released a long article claiming his anti-party
intentions, counter-revolutionary factional acts in a bid to overthrow the
government and the socialist system.
(Continued on the next slide)
Question 5
However, what caught the viewers by surprise was certain part of the
article condemning Jang's behaviour towards Kim Jong Un getting elected
as the vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Workers'
Party of Korea, unlike the usual practice followed by the subordinates
predominantly visible during any event featuring the leader.
FITB. Also state the alleged reason behind his execution.
However, what caught the viewers by surprise was certain part of the
article condemning Jang's behaviour towards Kim Jong Un getting elected
as the vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Workers'
Party of Korea, unlike the usual practice followed by the subordinates
predominantly visible during any event featuring the leader.
FITB. Also state the alleged reason behind his execution.
ANSWERS
Question 1
As per sources, sweets were considered to be among the favourite food
items of X. Every evening his servants had to leave an apple cake strewn with
raisins and nuts, so he could eat it during the night. Its nicknamed as _____
cake. X also used to put 7 spoons of sugar in his tea. During a war, his
country was cut off from importing supplies- one of it being cane sugar. To
boost the country’s agriculture and become self-sufficient, the government
began producing sugar from beetroots. Not only helping sugar addiction, this
also produced a by-product called schlempe which was used to make
cyanide, the gas used for an important task then.
ID X/country.
As per sources, sweets were considered to be among the favourite food
items of X. Every evening his servants had to leave an apple cake strewn with
raisins and nuts, so he could eat it during the night. Its nicknamed as _____
cake. X also used to put 7 spoons of sugar in his tea. During a war, his
country was cut off from importing supplies- one of it being cane sugar. To
boost the country’s agriculture and become self-sufficient, the government
began producing sugar from beetroots. Not only helping sugar addiction, this
also produced a by-product called schlempe which was used to make
cyanide, the gas used for an important task then.
ID X/country.
Answer
X - Adolf Hitler, country being Germany
X - Adolf Hitler, country being Germany
Question 2
Fostering the strength of German Empire, the victor behind the famous
Franco-Prussian war X, renowned to be the iron chancellor. Shown is a
cartoon throwing a satirical remark on him targeting a certain aspect of his
reign.
ID X and the funda behind the cartoon.
(Image on the next slide)
Fostering the strength of German Empire, the victor behind the famous
Franco-Prussian war X, renowned to be the iron chancellor. Shown is a
cartoon throwing a satirical remark on him targeting a certain aspect of his
reign.
ID X and the funda behind the cartoon.
(Image on the next slide)
Question 2
Answer
X - Otto von Bismarck
It makes fun of Bismarck's different
roles, from general to minister of foreign
affairs, federal chancellor, hunter,
diplomat and president of the
parliament.
X - Otto von Bismarck
It makes fun of Bismarck's different
roles, from general to minister of foreign
affairs, federal chancellor, hunter,
diplomat and president of the
parliament.
Question 3
For Mao Zedong, X was an activity that carried significant political and
personal importance. In his youth, he advocated X as a way of
strengthening the bodies of Chinese citizens, and one of his earliest poems
celebrated the joys of beating a wake through the waves. His performance
of this activity in two instances a decade apart in 1956 and 1966 were a
source of great worldwide fanfare and a publicity stunt of sorts to help
launch Mao’s Great Leap Forward & The Great Proletarian Cultural
Revolution. While both periods of revolution mark a dark part in the history
of China, the citizens of Wuhan still commemorate this event annually with
great pride.
ID X.
For Mao Zedong, X was an activity that carried significant political and
personal importance. In his youth, he advocated X as a way of
strengthening the bodies of Chinese citizens, and one of his earliest poems
celebrated the joys of beating a wake through the waves. His performance
of this activity in two instances a decade apart in 1956 and 1966 were a
source of great worldwide fanfare and a publicity stunt of sorts to help
launch Mao’s Great Leap Forward & The Great Proletarian Cultural
Revolution. While both periods of revolution mark a dark part in the history
of China, the citizens of Wuhan still commemorate this event annually with
great pride.
ID X.
Answer
Swimming
Swimming
Question 4
The Lateran Treaty was one component of the Lateran Pacts of 1929,
agreements between the Kingdom of Italy, which was represented by the
then Prime Minister X, and the Holy See under ____ Pius XI to settle the
long-standing Roman Question. The Roman Question refers to the dispute
between the _____ States and the Kingdom of Italy over the status and
governance of Rome and its surroundings during the 19th and early 20th
centuries. The treaty and associated pacts were named after the Lateran
Palace where they were signed in February 1929 and the Italian parliament
ratified them in June 1929.
What was the most significant outcome of the treaty?
The Lateran Treaty was one component of the Lateran Pacts of 1929,
agreements between the Kingdom of Italy, which was represented by the
then Prime Minister X, and the Holy See under ____ Pius XI to settle the
long-standing Roman Question. The Roman Question refers to the dispute
between the _____ States and the Kingdom of Italy over the status and
governance of Rome and its surroundings during the 19th and early 20th
centuries. The treaty and associated pacts were named after the Lateran
Palace where they were signed in February 1929 and the Italian parliament
ratified them in June 1929.
What was the most significant outcome of the treaty?
Answer
It was the establishment of the Vatican City as an independent state and
granted sovereignty to the Pope over the region.
It was the establishment of the Vatican City as an independent state and
granted sovereignty to the Pope over the region.
Question 5
Amongst the several political purges that have occurred in North Korea till
date, the one of Jang Song Thaek in 2013 took the world by shock with
many fearing the brutality shown through dictatorship. With the accused
not only being a longtime senior regime official but also the _____ of Kim
Jong Un, it was a perturbing act by the leader. The state-run Korean
Central News Agency released a long article claiming his anti-party
intentions, counter-revolutionary factional acts in a bid to overthrow the
government and the socialist system.
(Continued on the next slide)
Amongst the several political purges that have occurred in North Korea till
date, the one of Jang Song Thaek in 2013 took the world by shock with
many fearing the brutality shown through dictatorship. With the accused
not only being a longtime senior regime official but also the _____ of Kim
Jong Un, it was a perturbing act by the leader. The state-run Korean
Central News Agency released a long article claiming his anti-party
intentions, counter-revolutionary factional acts in a bid to overthrow the
government and the socialist system.
(Continued on the next slide)
Question 5
However, what caught the viewers by surprise was certain part of the
article condemning Jang's behaviour towards Kim Jong Un getting elected
as the vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Workers'
Party of Korea, unlike the usual practice followed by the subordinates
predominantly visible during any event featuring the leader.
FITB. Also state the alleged reason behind his execution.
However, what caught the viewers by surprise was certain part of the
article condemning Jang's behaviour towards Kim Jong Un getting elected
as the vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Workers'
Party of Korea, unlike the usual practice followed by the subordinates
predominantly visible during any event featuring the leader.
FITB. Also state the alleged reason behind his execution.
Answer
Blank - Uncle
Reason - He reluctantly stood up from his seat and clapped half-heartedly
Blank - Uncle
Reason - He reluctantly stood up from his seat and clapped half-heartedly
MOOD OF THE
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1.This round has 8 pounce/bounce questions.
2.Pounce has a scoring scheme of +10/-5 while Bounce has a
scoring scheme of +10/0.
3.The scheme of directs and bounce will be explained.
- One person from each team will be selected for representing
the team.
- There will be chits with 9 parties names.
- The team leads will pick up a chit in order of highest marks to
lowest.
4.There will be part points for only bounce and not pounce.
5.Avoid shouting the answers out loud.
6.QM’s discretion is final.
1.This round has 8 pounce/bounce questions.
2.Pounce has a scoring scheme of +10/-5 while Bounce has a
scoring scheme of +10/0.
3.The scheme of directs and bounce will be explained.
- One person from each team will be selected for representing
the team.
- There will be chits with 9 parties names.
- The team leads will pick up a chit in order of highest marks to
lowest.
4.There will be part points for only bounce and not pounce.
5.Avoid shouting the answers out loud.
6.QM’s discretion is final.
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Question 1
The current state of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) in Indian
politics, as per political pundits is partly attributed to a decision taken by
them in the 1990s. In the year 1996, given the circumstances of those days,
the allies of the CPI(M) in the United Front left a choice to the party.
Though Jyoti Basu of West Bengal was interested, the Central Committee
of the party as well as its Politburo intervened and forbade Mr. Basu from
proceeding ahead.
(Continuation in next slide)
The current state of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) in Indian
politics, as per political pundits is partly attributed to a decision taken by
them in the 1990s. In the year 1996, given the circumstances of those days,
the allies of the CPI(M) in the United Front left a choice to the party.
Though Jyoti Basu of West Bengal was interested, the Central Committee
of the party as well as its Politburo intervened and forbade Mr. Basu from
proceeding ahead.
(Continuation in next slide)
Question 1
Moreover it put Basu, who found a pole in Harkishan Singh Surjeet(the then
General Secretary of the party) versus the rest (most of the communist
hardliners). According to those opposing Jyoti Basu, given their numerical
strength in the Lok Sabha, it wouldn’t be appropriate to proceed ahead with
the choice.
What was the decision that the CPI(M) took which is considered to be an
historical blunder in politics?
Moreover it put Basu, who found a pole in Harkishan Singh Surjeet(the then
General Secretary of the party) versus the rest (most of the communist
hardliners). According to those opposing Jyoti Basu, given their numerical
strength in the Lok Sabha, it wouldn’t be appropriate to proceed ahead with
the choice.
What was the decision that the CPI(M) took which is considered to be an
historical blunder in politics?
Answer
In the event of a hung Parliament, they declined to accept the post of the
Prime Minister.
Back
In the event of a hung Parliament, they declined to accept the post of the
Prime Minister.
Back
Question 2
In the recent past, a fresh controversy had erupted in Tamil Nadu after an
advertisement for a new Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
spaceport in the southern state featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi,
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, and a rocket with the flag of China appeared in
leading Tamil newspapers. This prompted the BJP to take a unique
approach to extending birthday wishes to M.K. Stalin, adding a twist to the
already simmering controversy.
ID this twist.
(image on next slide)
In the recent past, a fresh controversy had erupted in Tamil Nadu after an
advertisement for a new Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
spaceport in the southern state featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi,
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, and a rocket with the flag of China appeared in
leading Tamil newspapers. This prompted the BJP to take a unique
approach to extending birthday wishes to M.K. Stalin, adding a twist to the
already simmering controversy.
ID this twist.
(image on next slide)
Answer
Wishing M.K. Stalin in Mandarin.
Back
Wishing M.K. Stalin in Mandarin.
Back
Question 3
A 'Black Friday Protest March' was led by a regional party about two and a
half years ago, from a famous site of worship in the national capital to the
Parliament, to address the Union government's indifference towards ____.
Meanwhile, the Delhi Police had detained the party's leaders, stating
protocol violations, while other members of the party had alleged that the
closure of the city's borders by the government and the cordoning off of
the worshipping site to discourage the supporters from entering the city as
a reminder of "dark dictatorial times" for the country.
ID the party. What was the march's motive?
A 'Black Friday Protest March' was led by a regional party about two and a
half years ago, from a famous site of worship in the national capital to the
Parliament, to address the Union government's indifference towards ____.
Meanwhile, the Delhi Police had detained the party's leaders, stating
protocol violations, while other members of the party had alleged that the
closure of the city's borders by the government and the cordoning off of
the worshipping site to discourage the supporters from entering the city as
a reminder of "dark dictatorial times" for the country.
ID the party. What was the march's motive?
Answer
Party - Shiromani Akali Dal
The march marked one year of the enactment of the three farm laws by the
Union government.
Back
Party - Shiromani Akali Dal
The march marked one year of the enactment of the three farm laws by the
Union government.
Back
Question 4
A raid by an agency into a scam done by a local politician of X exposed
many things and it became a big issue soon. The politician was absconding
then after many locals came out against him. This issue escalated to the
High Court of the concerned state and the Supreme Court later. The High
Court transferred the probe to the CBI. Before this, in a plea to setup a 3-
judge team for this, Justices B.V. Nagarathna and Augustine dismissed it
saying, HC is looking at this and they don't need to interfere. When the
petitioner reminded the court that 3-judge committee was set up for Y, the
court remarked, "Can't compare this with Y". This statement drew lot of
criticism, claiming "Women's life is important irrespective of the place and
the party in power".
ID the two incidents.
A raid by an agency into a scam done by a local politician of X exposed
many things and it became a big issue soon. The politician was absconding
then after many locals came out against him. This issue escalated to the
High Court of the concerned state and the Supreme Court later. The High
Court transferred the probe to the CBI. Before this, in a plea to setup a 3-
judge team for this, Justices B.V. Nagarathna and Augustine dismissed it
saying, HC is looking at this and they don't need to interfere. When the
petitioner reminded the court that 3-judge committee was set up for Y, the
court remarked, "Can't compare this with Y". This statement drew lot of
criticism, claiming "Women's life is important irrespective of the place and
the party in power".
ID the two incidents.
Answer
Incident-1: Sandeshkhali in West Bengal where TMC leader Shahjahan
Sheikh and his aides sexually assaulted women and forcefully transferred
their tribal lands.
Incident-2: Manipur issue where two women were paraded naked due to
communal violence and many others got raped.
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Incident-1: Sandeshkhali in West Bengal where TMC leader Shahjahan
Sheikh and his aides sexually assaulted women and forcefully transferred
their tribal lands.
Incident-2: Manipur issue where two women were paraded naked due to
communal violence and many others got raped.
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Question 5
This leader X from a certain party is known for controversial remarks all the
time even before joining it. X compared its boss with Hindu Gods. Recently
in an election campaign, X made a comment about one of the greatest
leaders of India and questioned his existence in India after a certain period.
X made this comment about the position held by the leader which is
factually incorrect. This sparked a row over the internet but this has also
shed light on a lesser-known historical event. This leader established a __
of India in Singapore on his own back then and assigned himself a role. KTR
(of the BRS) posted on social media, reacting to the comment of X, "Where
did all these people graduate from?"
ID X and the comment.
This leader X from a certain party is known for controversial remarks all the
time even before joining it. X compared its boss with Hindu Gods. Recently
in an election campaign, X made a comment about one of the greatest
leaders of India and questioned his existence in India after a certain period.
X made this comment about the position held by the leader which is
factually incorrect. This sparked a row over the internet but this has also
shed light on a lesser-known historical event. This leader established a __
of India in Singapore on his own back then and assigned himself a role. KTR
(of the BRS) posted on social media, reacting to the comment of X, "Where
did all these people graduate from?"
ID X and the comment.
Answer
X- Kangana Ranaut
Comment- "Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose was the first PM of India".
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X- Kangana Ranaut
Comment- "Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose was the first PM of India".
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Question 6
X was initially formed to fight against the dictatorial rule of the ruling party
at the Centre and the injustice being done by it to various state
governments. This party gained popularity very quickly among the masses
in its state of origin and stormed into power in its very first outing by
securing a thumping majority in the Legislative Assembly elections. After
few terms, it was in power for more than 5 years and its leader survived a
major accident just few months before the elections. He planned to prepone
the elections in the state to use this sympathy.
(Continuation in next slide)
X was initially formed to fight against the dictatorial rule of the ruling party
at the Centre and the injustice being done by it to various state
governments. This party gained popularity very quickly among the masses
in its state of origin and stormed into power in its very first outing by
securing a thumping majority in the Legislative Assembly elections. After
few terms, it was in power for more than 5 years and its leader survived a
major accident just few months before the elections. He planned to prepone
the elections in the state to use this sympathy.
(Continuation in next slide)
Question 6
This decision proved to be crucial step in Indian politics that changed an
aspect Y of Indian elections, which is becoming a problem as years are
passing by due to the human mistakes towards nature, and also the fate of
the parties.
ID the party and the aspect.
This decision proved to be crucial step in Indian politics that changed an
aspect Y of Indian elections, which is becoming a problem as years are
passing by due to the human mistakes towards nature, and also the fate of
the parties.
ID the party and the aspect.
Answer
Party - Telugu Desam Party
General Elections used to happen around winter
until then, with cold and chilly weather across
the country. Nara Chandrababu Naidu of the
TDP convinced Atal Bihari Vajpayee to prepone
both the state and General elections just after
his accident to garner votes on account of a
sympathy wave and the fame of Vajpayee. Now
summer elections are becoming a problem due
to scorching heat over the years.
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Party - Telugu Desam Party
General Elections used to happen around winter
until then, with cold and chilly weather across
the country. Nara Chandrababu Naidu of the
TDP convinced Atal Bihari Vajpayee to prepone
both the state and General elections just after
his accident to garner votes on account of a
sympathy wave and the fame of Vajpayee. Now
summer elections are becoming a problem due
to scorching heat over the years.
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Question 7
Sometime ago in the last century, there was a perceptible anger against the
then government. The then President of _ (a party) publicly apologised for
the incident. At the same time, it was clear that the Liberhan Commission
had directly or indirectly named X in the action. Ahmed ___, one of the
party leaders said there was a perception of untimely action on part of X as
the head. It was publicly declared before elections that X was denied a
ticket due to the same. Ahmed said, "It is my personal opinion that he was
denied a ticket just to keep public anger in control.” But people also believe
that it was done due to the ongoing fight between the two leaders
concerned over power.
ID X and the issue on which he was denied the ticket.
Sometime ago in the last century, there was a perceptible anger against the
then government. The then President of _ (a party) publicly apologised for
the incident. At the same time, it was clear that the Liberhan Commission
had directly or indirectly named X in the action. Ahmed ___, one of the
party leaders said there was a perception of untimely action on part of X as
the head. It was publicly declared before elections that X was denied a
ticket due to the same. Ahmed said, "It is my personal opinion that he was
denied a ticket just to keep public anger in control.” But people also believe
that it was done due to the ongoing fight between the two leaders
concerned over power.
ID X and the issue on which he was denied the ticket.
Answer
X - P. V. Narasimha Rao
He was denied a ticket due to his failure in protecting the Babri Masjid,
despite him being at the helm of the Government.
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X - P. V. Narasimha Rao
He was denied a ticket due to his failure in protecting the Babri Masjid,
despite him being at the helm of the Government.
Back
Question 8
There are different claims for X quoted by different people, including the
Government and the Opposition.
1. He wanted to concentrate on total administration and betterment of
everyone, so he did not want other activities to come in his way.
2. With his friend as the subordinate, he wanted a lighter load in main
governance to concentrate on his personal expansion.
3. These decisions helped him from getting into trouble when certain issues
came out in future. If he hadn’t taken these precautions, he would have
been directly involved and found himself on a risky ground.
(Continuation in next slide)
There are different claims for X quoted by different people, including the
Government and the Opposition.
1. He wanted to concentrate on total administration and betterment of
everyone, so he did not want other activities to come in his way.
2. With his friend as the subordinate, he wanted a lighter load in main
governance to concentrate on his personal expansion.
3. These decisions helped him from getting into trouble when certain issues
came out in future. If he hadn’t taken these precautions, he would have
been directly involved and found himself on a risky ground.
(Continuation in next slide)
Question 8
This was thought to benefit him when the subordinate initially got exposed
(allegedly) but this protection didn't last long as a highly anticipated action
occurred which shook the Indian political circles.
ID what is X and the last incident.
This was thought to benefit him when the subordinate initially got exposed
(allegedly) but this protection didn't last long as a highly anticipated action
occurred which shook the Indian political circles.
ID what is X and the last incident.
Answer
X is Arvind Kejriwal not holding any ministerial portfolios as the Chief
Minister of Delhi. He assigned all portfolios to his Cabinet Ministers.
The incident is his recent arrest in the Delhi excise policy scam.
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X is Arvind Kejriwal not holding any ministerial portfolios as the Chief
Minister of Delhi. He assigned all portfolios to his Cabinet Ministers.
The incident is his recent arrest in the Delhi excise policy scam.
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Question 9
An incident (allegedly due to political motivation) happened in a southern
state regarding a senior political leader of that state. When protests were
happening against this across the country, a minister (of party X) from a
neighbouring state commented, "This happened in your state and has no
connection with us. We can't agree for protests which disturb the high
financial business of our state".
This sparked widespread criticism and that party X regretted it's statement
later due to the crisis that it is facing. A similar incident happened to a key
member of X last month and X started protests in their state. Opponents
and critics, satirically, reminded X that it is not related to the state and
happened in Delhi; so they asked X not to disturb the business of the state
and stop the protests.
ID X and the second incident.
An incident (allegedly due to political motivation) happened in a southern
state regarding a senior political leader of that state. When protests were
happening against this across the country, a minister (of party X) from a
neighbouring state commented, "This happened in your state and has no
connection with us. We can't agree for protests which disturb the high
financial business of our state".
This sparked widespread criticism and that party X regretted it's statement
later due to the crisis that it is facing. A similar incident happened to a key
member of X last month and X started protests in their state. Opponents
and critics, satirically, reminded X that it is not related to the state and
happened in Delhi; so they asked X not to disturb the business of the state
and stop the protests.
ID X and the second incident.
Answer
X - BRS
Arrest of Kalvakuntla Kavitha in the Delhi excise policy scam.
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X - BRS
Arrest of Kalvakuntla Kavitha in the Delhi excise policy scam.
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