This is the question and answer set of ClueX 2024 - Inter School Quiz hosted by Pragya - UEMK Official Quiz Club in collaboration with Ureckon 2024. The genre of the quiz was general.

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Mahargha Saha
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4. RULES
Total 16 questions, Each answer carries 1 marks, if a question
has two parts each part will have 0.5 marks.
Question: 4,8,12,16 are star questions and will come in use in
case of a tie.
QMs' are undisputable gods during the quiz and their decision
is final.
Any person using any kind of unfair means such as googling ,
prompting or cheating, will be immediately disqualified.

5. Prelims 1-16

6. Question 1
X is an Indian actress, Kuchipudi dancer, and
CBSE English topper in class 12, born on May 14,
1997? She earned the Indian of the Year award
from CNN-IBN in 2017. She made her acting
debut in the movie "Samrat Prithviraj" released
in 2022. However, she is known worldwide for a
different reason. Identify the model/actress "X"

7. Shown in the image is the lead
character Dibu ("drawing") after the
lead character from 90s show 'My
family is a Drawing'. Which player was
nicknamed Dibu, based on his red hair
and freckles when he arrived at
Independiente in 2008….
Question 2

8. Which cricketer ‘X’, occasionally overlooked for
his fielding abilities, was responsible for
dropping crucial catches, including Alastair
Cook in 2011, Michael Clarke in 2012, and the
dangerous player ‘Y’ in 2014? Notably, ‘Y’, the
first Kiwi to score a triple hundred, gained recent
attention due to a widely circulated explicit clip
from that match. Can you identify both the
cricketer and the mentioned player?
Question 3

9. Which tourist destination in Kerala was unveiled in
2016 and named after a mythological figure. Holding
the Guinness World Record as the largest of its kind,
the sculpture is located at the spot believed to be
where this figure took their last breath. According to
sculptor Rajiv Anchal, the message behind the
sculpture is the symbolization of an era when humans
and other living beings cared for each other.
Additionally, Prime Minister Narendra Modi once
acknowledged this figure as the one who fought
terrorism for the first time. You need to identify this
mythological figure?
Question 4

10. Which language was surprisingly declared as an
official language of Sierra Leone despite not
having a single native speaker residing in the
country? This decision was made following the
significant role played by another country in
peacekeeping efforts during a civil war in Sierra
Leone. Can you identify both the language and
the country involved?
Question 5

11. Question 6
Associate this clip with a Web Series

12. William Williams, a renowned radio personality who passed
away in 1996, gained fame for his four-decade career in
broadcasting. Despite his entertainment background, he's
notable here for the chant used at the start of his show
"Make Believe Ballroom." This chant, widely recognized,
became prominent in a 1974 book, often considered the
first on a certain subject. What is this universally known
chant that has woven itself into history?
Question 7

13. This Film served as a major case study in
marketing & management, and captured the
fascinations of the Indian audience.
This film was shot in a location, and after the
film's success, there was a boost in tourism
from India to this location. Even tour
companies made custom tour packages to
match the adventures shown in the film.
Identify the film and the location?
Question 8

14. B
B
A
A C
C
D
D
Question 9
Chandanagore
Bandel
Calcutta
Serampore
E
E Connect this to a city to
complete this exhaustive list

15. In Japanese media, theme naming is
common, like Pokemon professors
named after trees. Another notable
example is a series where characters
are named after vegetables, from a
carrot to a spring onion. Which
Japanese show is known for this
veggie-inspired name trend in its
character origins?
Question 10

16. Question 11
Originating in Japan in 1997, X
gained global popularity in the 2010s,
becoming a major part of pop culture
and applications worldwide.
Officially added to the Oxford English
Dictionary in 2013, 'World X Day' on
July 17 celebrates X, chosen for its
calendar representation.

17. Question 12
Which multinational company holds the
record for the longest sponsorship of any
sports team, spanning an impressive 97
years? This company is the sponsor of the
successful Australian rules football team
Geelong FC, and its influence is evident in
the club's adoption of dark blue and white
colors. Can you identify this enduring
sponsor?

18. Question 13
What is the name of the story written by
Narayan Gangopadhyay, inspired by
Pranab Kumar Mukhopadhyay's childhood
memory of blowing up a big kite during
Vishwakarma Puja and Narayan babu
jokingly asking if he flew away with the
kite?

19. Known as "The city of Weavers" or "Textile
City," X is a renowned Indian city.
However, it gained wider recognition due
to the popular term "X syndrome,"
highlighting a lack of strategic thinking
among Indian leaders, leading to the
victory of invading armies.
Identify this city with historical
significance ?
Question 14

20. Which French poem, narrating the tragic
fate of King Louis XVI and Queen Marie
Antoinette, who were beheaded during
the Reign of Terror in 1793, is known by the
names "X" and "Y"? The story was later
adapted for children with a modified
ending to provide a happier outcome,
despite the real events being somber. Can
you identify the name of this historical
poem?
Question 15

21. In a place once called the 'Company
Bagh,' which served as the residence for
British officials like Warren Hastings, only
echoes remain. The 'Kala Masjid' mosque
and graves, including Nawazish
Muhammad Khan's, endure. Uncover the
unique tourist spot in West Bengal ,offering
a glimpse into colonial history. What is this
place I'm taking about?
"Hint-- West Bengal "
Question 16

22. Answers
(Prelims)
1-16

23. Question 1
X is an Indian actress, Kuchipudi dancer, and
CBSE English topper in class 12, born on May 14,
1997? She earned the Indian of the Year award
from CNN-IBN in 2017. She made her acting
debut in the movie "Samrat Prithviraj" released
in 2022. However, she is known worldwide for a
different reason. Identify the model/actress "X"

24. Manushi Chillar
1.

25. Shown in the image is the lead
character Dibu ("drawing") after the
lead character from 90s show 'My
family is a Drawing'. Which player was
nicknamed Dibu, based on his red hair
and freckles when he arrived at
Independiente in 2008….
Question 2

26. 2. Emi Martinez

27. Which cricketer ‘X’, occasionally overlooked for
his fielding abilities, was responsible for
dropping crucial catches, including Alastair
Cook in 2011, Michael Clarke in 2012, and the
dangerous player ‘Y’ in 2014? Notably, ‘Y’, the
first Kiwi to score a triple hundred, gained recent
attention due to a widely circulated explicit clip
from that match. Can you identify both the
cricketer and the mentioned player?
Question 3

28. 3. X- Ishant Sharma and
Y- Brendon McCullum

29. Which tourist destination in Kerala was unveiled in
2016 and named after a mythological figure. Holding
the Guinness World Record as the largest of its kind,
the sculpture is located at the spot believed to be
where this figure took their last breath. According to
sculptor Rajiv Anchal, the message behind the
sculpture is the symbolization of an era when humans
and other living beings cared for each other.
Additionally, Prime Minister Narendra Modi once
acknowledged this figure as the one who fought
terrorism for the first time. You need to identify this
mythological figure?
Question 4

30. 4. Jatayu

31. Which language was surprisingly declared as an
official language of Sierra Leone despite not
having a single native speaker residing in the
country? This decision was made following the
significant role played by another country in
peacekeeping efforts during a civil war in Sierra
Leone. Can you identify both the language and
the country involved?
Question 5

32. 5. Bengali and Bangladesh

33. Question 6
Associate this clip with a Web Series

34. 6. Farzi

35. William Williams, a renowned radio personality who passed
away in 1996, gained fame for his four-decade career in
broadcasting. Despite his entertainment background, he's
notable here for the chant used at the start of his show
"Make Believe Ballroom." This chant, widely recognized,
became prominent in a 1974 book, often considered the
first on a certain subject. What is this universally known
chant that has woven itself into history?
Question 7

36. 7. Hello World

37. This Film served as a major case study in
marketing & management, and captured the
fascinations of the Indian audience.
This film was shot in a location, and after the
film's success, there was a boost in tourism
from India to this location. Even tour
companies made custom tour packages to
match the adventures shown in the film.
Identify the film and the location?
Question 8

38. 8. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara
Spain

39. B
B
A
A C
C
D
D
Question 9
Chandanagore (French)
Bandel (Portugal)
Calcutta (English)
Serampore (Danish)
E
E Connect this to a city to
complete this exhaustive list

40. 9. Chinsurah (Dutch)

41. In Japanese media, theme naming is
common, like Pokemon professors
named after trees. Another notable
example is a series where characters
are named after vegetables, from a
carrot to a spring onion. Which
Japanese show is known for this
veggie-inspired name trend in its
character origins?
Question 10

42. 10. Dragon Ball-Z

43. Question 11
Originating in Japan in 1997, X
gained global popularity in the 2010s,
becoming a major part of pop culture
and applications worldwide.
Officially added to the Oxford English
Dictionary in 2013, 'World X Day' on
July 17 celebrates X, chosen for its
calendar representation.

44. 11. Emoji

45. Question 12
Which multinational company holds the
record for the longest sponsorship of any
sports team, spanning an impressive 97
years? This company is the sponsor of the
successful Australian rules football team
Geelong FC, and its influence is evident in
the club's adoption of dark blue and white
colors. Can you identify this enduring
sponsor?

46. 12. Ford

47. Question 13
What is the name of the story written by
Narayan Gangopadhyay, inspired by
Pranab Kumar Mukhopadhyay's childhood
memory of blowing up a big kite during
Vishwakarma Puja and Narayan babu
jokingly asking if he flew away with the
kite?

48. 13. Tenida

49. Known as "The city of Weavers" or "Textile
City," X is a renowned Indian city.
However, it gained wider recognition due
to the popular term "X syndrome,"
highlighting a lack of strategic thinking
among Indian leaders, leading to the
victory of invading armies.
Identify this city with historical
significance ?
Question 14

50. 14. Panipat

51. Which French poem, narrating the tragic
fate of King Louis XVI and Queen Marie
Antoinette, who were beheaded during
the Reign of Terror in 1793, is known by the
names "X" and "Y"? The story was later
adapted for children with a modified
ending to provide a happier outcome,
despite the real events being somber. Can
you identify the name of this historical
poem?
Question 15

52. 15. Jack and Jill

53. In a place once called the 'Company
Bagh,' which served as the residence for
British officials like Warren Hastings, only
echoes remain. The 'Kala Masjid' mosque
and graves, including Nawazish
Muhammad Khan's, endure. Uncover the
unique tourist spot in West Bengal ,offering
a glimpse into colonial history. What is this
place I'm taking about?
"Hint-- West Bengal "
Question 16

54. 16. Motijheel

55. Pehchaan
Kaun? 1-12

56. RULES
Right Pounce: +20
Wrong Pounce: -10
Direct Question’s Right Answer;- 10
Direct Question’s Wrong Answer:- 0

57. John Billings, also known as "x" man is
famous for making all the "x" awards
trophies.
When trying to decide what the award
should be called, the name Eddie Awards
was one possible choice by National
Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences
(NARAS). However, they decided to go with
Gramophone to homage to gramophone
and its revolutionary impact on the music
industry.
Question 1

59. Grammy Award
1.

60. What are the earliest
authentic European pieces,
found on the Isle of Lewis and
now housed in the British
Museum and the National
Museum of Antiquities in
Edinburgh?
Question 2

62. 2. Chess

63. According to Sidhu Jyatha:
OISS ki vison= Exhibition
Aam poche Bel= Impossible
Darkosh nari = Dictionary
Gobor naru = X
Which respected post in the Indian Constitution Assembly
was recently in the news in West Bengal?
Question 3

65. 3. Governor

66. Who is the first Catholic ruler of
India? She ruled the principality of
Sardhana in Modern day Uttar
Pradesh. Her reign, characterized by
strategic prowess, played a pivotal
role in reshaping trade and politics,
leaving a lasting European influence
in the region. Before being a ruler,
She was a tawaif (Dancer) in the
local bazar. Her character was
recently played by Lara Dutta in the
television series “Beecham House”.
Question 4

68. 4. Begum Samru

69. What is the Gujarati three-word phrase,
meaning a cried victory after defeating
an opponent in a sporting event, that
came into the limelight in 2013 ("x")? Also,
who is the famous writer ("y") known for
the 2008 bestseller "The Three Mistakes of
My Life"?
Question 5

71. 5. Chetan Bhagat 5. Kai Po Che

72. Question 6
What is the name of this Pokémon that we
can see has transformed into Pikachu in
this short clip? Its name is a synonym to the
word "similar".

74. 6. Ditto

75. Who is the renowned educator, author,
and motivational speaker that gained
recognition for their appearance in the
critically acclaimed movie "12th Fail"?
Additionally, what is the name of the
educational institution operated by this
individual?
Question 7

77. 7. Drishti IAS
7. Vikas Divyakriti

78. Which acclaimed artist from the early twentieth
century created an iconic masterpiece known for
capturing facets of Indian culture and economy?
The painting features a central figure symbolizing
tremendous power through multiple hands and
serves as a pivotal expression of the artist's
ambition to conceptualize a 'spiritual' identity for
his people, deliberately contrasting the perceived
'materialism' of Europe. This work contributed
significantly to shaping the artist's unique and
recognizable signature style.
Question 8

80. 8. Bharat Mata
8. Abanindranath Tagore

81. Question 9
Identify this Celebrity Amul is paying tribute to

83. 9. Rishi Kapoor

84. After working as an engineer in
Rajasthan, he returned to Kolkata
and transitioned to a literary
career at Sandesh. Inspired by
Ray, he received a cameo in a
film, followed by an offer for a
protagonist role, leading to tears
of surprise. Known by what name,
this actor's iconic song resonates
in the memories of Bengali film
enthusiasts?
Question 10

86. 10. Tapen Chatterjee

87. Question 11
What's the name of this character?
Which famous personality lent his voice
for this character in this movie's Hindi
dub?

89. 11. Pavitr Prabhakar 11. Shubman Gill

90. Alokesh ______, born on November 27, 1952,
gained fame in the late 1970s and early 1980s
for his music career. He collaborated with
international artists like Boy George and
Samantha Fox, earning a Guinness World
Record in 1986 for recording over 180 songs in
a single year. We know him as _____ ______.
Question 12
FITB

92. 12. Bappi Lahiri

93. Final
Showdown 1-12

94. RULES
Right Pounce: +20
Wrong Pounce: -10
Direct Question’s Right Answer;- 10
Direct Question’s Wrong Answer:- 0

95. Identify the Indian acknowledged for
being the first to use rockets in war,
with a NASA portrait. However, he's
renowned for accomplishments in a
different field, not solely for his early
rocket use. Who is this individual
celebrated for achievements beyond
pioneering rocket warfare?
Question 1

97. Tipu Sultan
1.

98. Question 2
Identify all these
three football
personalities.

100. 2. Pep Guardiola
Mikel Arteta
Xavi Hernandez

101. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US is the place
where the world's first steel conglomerate
was formed. One of the key Architects of
Pittsburgh Steel factories, Julian Kennedy
was invited to India during the 1920s to
draw plans for a city. Identify that city.
Question 3

103. 3. Jamshedpur

104. Question 4
Which famous former World leader made this artwork?

106. 4. Adolf Hitler

107. Question 5
In 2015, a bunch of big names like Elon Musk and Peter
Thiel invested over $1 billion in an open-source platform
called X. Now, this platform is known for its famous
product Y and even got investment from Microsoft. But
be cautious, using Y might not impress your professors.
If X is Open AI.. then what it 'Y'
We need Y

109. 5. ChatGPT

110. Question 6
Associate this song with a Global
Event alongside the year when it
happened

112. 6.ICC Cricket World
Cup 2015 (Theme Song)

113. In 2023, several cities in India
saw something in the sky that
looked like a flying train with
lights visible in its "carriages".
Local News Channels and
People started dubbing it as
an "Alien UFO". However, it
was later revealed to be
something else. What was it?
Question 7

115. 7. Starlink Satellites

116. Which historical educational institution,
boasting over 10,000 students and 2000
teachers, fell victim to destruction by
Mamliks under Bakhtiyar Khilji in 1193 AD?
This university, once the pride of the
country, saw over 90 lakh manuscripts
burnt over a period of three months.
Question 8

118. 8. Nalanda

119. Through Which company did Walmart
gain access to India's $670-billion retail
market by its biggest acquisition, the
Flipkart buyout, and this is now also the
country's second-largest platform for
cashless transactions?
Question 9

121. 9. PhonePe

122. Identify this
logo of an
application
Question 10

124. 10. YouTube Gaming

125. Prop Master Barry Gibbs explained
that various variations serve distinct
purposes in filming. Some are soft and
lightweight for easy throwing and
catching, a rubber counterpart
designed to withstand intense battles,
and a special "hero" version reserved
for close-up scenes. What prop is
this?
Question 11

127. 11. Thor’s Hammer (Mjolnir)

128. What label allows you to identify
its country of origin by looking at
the first three digits, like 050
indicating it's manufactured in
Britain?
Question 12

130. 12. Bar code

131. Turn in your quiz paper
in the bin.
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