F.A.Q. - 2016 at Calcutta Medical College

1. Prelims

2. A big thank you to……

3. Rules
• 30 questions.30 questions.
• Each question carries 1 mark.Each question carries 1 mark.
• Qstn no.s 1, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 & 30 are starQstn no.s 1, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 & 30 are star
marked. They will be considered only tomarked. They will be considered only to
break ties, even during the final.break ties, even during the final.
• If required, the 1If required, the 1stst
mistake committed bymistake committed by
the teams will be taken into consideration tothe teams will be taken into consideration to
break the tie.break the tie.
• QMs’ decisions in all the cases will be final.QMs’ decisions in all the cases will be final.

6. Which piece of art is being used as the logo ofWhich piece of art is being used as the logo of
India’s window to the world for authenticIndia’s window to the world for authentic
handloom and handicraft products handloom and handicraft products
since 1952?since 1952?
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7. Identify the structure and what does itIdentify the structure and what does it
commemorate?commemorate?
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8. This puja X is unique to Kalna & only anotherThis puja X is unique to Kalna & only another
such puja in India is organised in Benaras.such puja in India is organised in Benaras.
Mythology describes that a businessman of KalnaMythology describes that a businessman of Kalna
received debi's order in his dreams & started thereceived debi's order in his dreams & started the
puja. The entire expense of the puja is made bypuja. The entire expense of the puja is made by
businessmen of the X-tala area. Like Durgapuja,businessmen of the X-tala area. Like Durgapuja,
the ceremony continues for four days. A fair on thisthe ceremony continues for four days. A fair on this
occasion also draws huge spectators from the townoccasion also draws huge spectators from the town
& adjoining areas. & adjoining areas.
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9. Which Bengali expression signifies a sudden,Which Bengali expression signifies a sudden,
unfortunate reversal?unfortunate reversal?
Eg. –Eg. – “Poltu toh mone mone onek sopnoi“Poltu toh mone mone onek sopnoi
dekchilo, kintu Bulti or ____ _____dekchilo, kintu Bulti or ____ _____
dhoriye dilo.dhoriye dilo.””
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10. Which well-known brand is named after theWhich well-known brand is named after the
wife of Sagar Chandra Ghosh who gave up hiswife of Sagar Chandra Ghosh who gave up his
job to start this new business which hasjob to start this new business which has
reached every Bengali household kitchenreached every Bengali household kitchen
across the nation?across the nation?
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11. The family earlier held the title (surname) ofThe family earlier held the title (surname) of
Kushari, and hailed from Jessore District, now inKushari, and hailed from Jessore District, now in
Bangladesh. Two of the Kusharis, Panchanan andBangladesh. Two of the Kusharis, Panchanan and
Sukdeb, settled in Gobindapur, one of the villagesSukdeb, settled in Gobindapur, one of the villages
that developed into the city of Kolkata. Beingthat developed into the city of Kolkata. Being
Brahmins, the neighbors called them ‘holy sir’.Brahmins, the neighbors called them ‘holy sir’.
After the British gained control of the country, “X”After the British gained control of the country, “X”
became their family name. In English, it wasbecame their family name. In English, it was
Anglicized to “Y”, with some variations in spellingAnglicized to “Y”, with some variations in spelling
within the family. They were “Pirali Brahmins”, awithin the family. They were “Pirali Brahmins”, a
sort of outcaste in orthodox society.sort of outcaste in orthodox society.
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12. It is an important port town in medieval Bengal. ItIt is an important port town in medieval Bengal. It
served as a main port and commercial complex ofserved as a main port and commercial complex of
the area. The ancient place belongs to the age ofthe area. The ancient place belongs to the age of
Shah Jahan. It was captured by the MughalShah Jahan. It was captured by the Mughal
dynasty and Raghab Datta Roy of Patuli was thedynasty and Raghab Datta Roy of Patuli was the
Zamidar of the region. The name of the place hasZamidar of the region. The name of the place has
been derived from the myth that Raghab’s sonbeen derived from the myth that Raghab’s son
Rameshwar built a fort here by clearing a bambooRameshwar built a fort here by clearing a bamboo
grove.grove.
Name the town.Name the town.
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13. Born in a little village called Moshua inBorn in a little village called Moshua in
Mymensingh, identify this man who was aMymensingh, identify this man who was a
remarkably gifted man - amongst otherremarkably gifted man - amongst other
achievements, he pioneered the art of engraving inachievements, he pioneered the art of engraving in
India and was the first to attempt colour printingIndia and was the first to attempt colour printing
at the time when engraving and colour printingat the time when engraving and colour printing
were also being pioneered in the West.were also being pioneered in the West.
The hymns he composed for the Brahmo SamajThe hymns he composed for the Brahmo Samaj
are sung even today.are sung even today.
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14. Connect : ExclusiveConnect : Exclusive
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15. Identify this sweet which is a crowd favouriteIdentify this sweet which is a crowd favourite
and meant for any and every occasion. Maida,and meant for any and every occasion. Maida,
khoya, nutmeg powder, coconut (grated),khoya, nutmeg powder, coconut (grated),
ghee, nuts, raisins, cardamom, cloves andghee, nuts, raisins, cardamom, cloves and
sugar blend beautifully to bring forth thissugar blend beautifully to bring forth this
heavenly traditional sweetmeat.heavenly traditional sweetmeat.
The striking feature is how the pastry is wellThe striking feature is how the pastry is well
folded and sealed with a clove.folded and sealed with a clove.
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17. Which Kolkata auditorium is named after an IndianWhich Kolkata auditorium is named after an Indian
Air-Force martyr who was killed in anAir-Force martyr who was killed in an
INDO-PAK war?INDO-PAK war?
(The auditorium is still in action)(The auditorium is still in action)
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18. Which post-independence Kolkata landmark wasWhich post-independence Kolkata landmark was
sculpted by Nagesh Yoglekar and was unveiled bysculpted by Nagesh Yoglekar and was unveiled by
the then Calcutta Municipal Corporation in 1969?the then Calcutta Municipal Corporation in 1969?
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19. X, a Pan-Asian scholar, contributed greatly to theX, a Pan-Asian scholar, contributed greatly to the
development of arts in his country. Outside his country,development of arts in his country. Outside his country,
he is chiefly remembered today as the author of ‘Thehe is chiefly remembered today as the author of ‘The
Book of Tea’. In India he was associated with GurudebBook of Tea’. In India he was associated with Gurudeb
in Shantiniketan and was controversially linked within Shantiniketan and was controversially linked with
Sister Nibedita. Satyanweshi Byomkesh Bakshi onceSister Nibedita. Satyanweshi Byomkesh Bakshi once
took his name while in disguise as a foreigner.took his name while in disguise as a foreigner.
Who?Who?
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20. What was the typical significance of the 1980What was the typical significance of the 1980
Fedaration Cup second leg semifinal match betweenFedaration Cup second leg semifinal match between
Mohan Bagan and Mohammedan Sporting at EdenMohan Bagan and Mohammedan Sporting at Eden
Gardens, which probably have never happened inGardens, which probably have never happened in
premier level Indian football?premier level Indian football?
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21. This was once the highest structure of Kolkata, whose tallThis was once the highest structure of Kolkata, whose tall
pinnacle was destroyed as it suffered major damages in thepinnacle was destroyed as it suffered major damages in the
cyclone and earthquake of 1737. By 1813, the tallest part of it wascyclone and earthquake of 1737. By 1813, the tallest part of it was
completely destroyed. However, the remaining part can still becompletely destroyed. However, the remaining part can still be
seen, though it has gone some modifications over time. It wasseen, though it has gone some modifications over time. It was
said that the original structure was more than 165 feet tall andsaid that the original structure was more than 165 feet tall and
that way it was taller than the ‘Octerlony Monument’ and was athat way it was taller than the ‘Octerlony Monument’ and was a
navigational aid for sailors. ‘Black Pagoda’, as said by thenavigational aid for sailors. ‘Black Pagoda’, as said by the
company-people, it was built by the first ‘Black Zamindar’,company-people, it was built by the first ‘Black Zamindar’,
Gobindaram Mitra, one of the earliest Indian officials under theGobindaram Mitra, one of the earliest Indian officials under the
British rule, in 1730.British rule, in 1730.
Name the temple. Where is it located?Name the temple. Where is it located?
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23. These so-called commercial Bengali movies of 1950-These so-called commercial Bengali movies of 1950-
60s were, once the subject of urban expression to60s were, once the subject of urban expression to
denote certain common physiological feature.denote certain common physiological feature.
What is that common factor?What is that common factor?
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28. Id. both the drama and the dramatist.Id. both the drama and the dramatist.
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29. Once, the then Collector of Maldaha, Mr. RavenshawOnce, the then Collector of Maldaha, Mr. Ravenshaw
was taking rest at a countryside area of Gaur in a hotwas taking rest at a countryside area of Gaur in a hot
summer season. He asked for some water to a villagesummer season. He asked for some water to a village
belli , that Muslim girl fetched drinking water to himbelli , that Muslim girl fetched drinking water to him
along with something to eat in a plate. Eating that Mr.along with something to eat in a plate. Eating that Mr.
Ravenshaw was so pleased that he at once gave theRavenshaw was so pleased that he at once gave the
name of it in the name of that little village girl.name of it in the name of that little village girl.
What was named by that Sahib ?What was named by that Sahib ?
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30. In 1889, certain Bengali named Ram ChandraIn 1889, certain Bengali named Ram Chandra
Chatterjee, an acrobat-gymnast of Prof. Bose’s CircusChatterjee, an acrobat-gymnast of Prof. Bose’s Circus
was the first Indian to do something that made him awas the first Indian to do something that made him a
national hero.national hero.
What did he do?What did he do?
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31. Mumtaj has given lip to the female voice in this duetMumtaj has given lip to the female voice in this duet
number.number.
a) Simply, identify the male actor on whom this songa) Simply, identify the male actor on whom this song
has been picturised.has been picturised.
b) Also, name the movie.b) Also, name the movie.
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33. Two portfolios in the Victoria and Albert Museum inTwo portfolios in the Victoria and Albert Museum in
London contain some three hundred and fiftyLondon contain some three hundred and fifty
watercolours by one of the most prolific women artists ofwatercolours by one of the most prolific women artists of
her era, which were the outcomes of her four major toursher era, which were the outcomes of her four major tours
in India. During her tours, she wrote frequently to Queenin India. During her tours, she wrote frequently to Queen
Victoria, at one point describing ‘strange and terribleVictoria, at one point describing ‘strange and terrible
outbreaks of violence’ in India. outbreaks of violence’ in India.
How is she still being remembered, especially in this partHow is she still being remembered, especially in this part
of the world?of the world?
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34. The paintings….
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35. The painter….
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36. This wellknown place, associated with the onlyThis wellknown place, associated with the only
unsuccessfulunsuccessful case of Feluda, came into prominence justcase of Feluda, came into prominence just
a few years back, courtesy a person who once acted asa few years back, courtesy a person who once acted as
the younger brother of the titular character in athe younger brother of the titular character in a
particular episode of Sandip Ray directed Feulda-series.particular episode of Sandip Ray directed Feulda-series.
Which place is being hinted at?Which place is being hinted at?
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37. Somewhat inspired by the very-endearing-but-eccentricSomewhat inspired by the very-endearing-but-eccentric
Prof. Calculus, how do we better know this elderlyProf. Calculus, how do we better know this elderly
character?character?
Also, identify his creator.Also, identify his creator.
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38. This 5′10″ Graduate in Fashion Studies from LondonThis 5′10″ Graduate in Fashion Studies from London
College of Fashion worked as a model for differentCollege of Fashion worked as a model for different
prestigious magazines - including Vogue, Cosmopolitanprestigious magazines - including Vogue, Cosmopolitan
and Harper’s Bazaar. Later on she became a revivalist (ofand Harper’s Bazaar. Later on she became a revivalist (of
sorts) and with assistance from UNESCO, she providedsorts) and with assistance from UNESCO, she provided
employment to thousands of rural people in course of heremployment to thousands of rural people in course of her
mission.mission.
Who is she?Who is she?
Which, seemingly, menial item did she revive?Which, seemingly, menial item did she revive?
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40. ‘‘Merit-Board’ of which meritorious institution is this?Merit-Board’ of which meritorious institution is this?
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41. After getting inspiration from reading a 18After getting inspiration from reading a 18thth
centurycentury
literary creation during his school days, 60-years old Mr.literary creation during his school days, 60-years old Mr.
Debashish has recently prepared a ‘family-tree’ withDebashish has recently prepared a ‘family-tree’ with
names of 4,368 male members. Printed on a 3 ft by 6 ftnames of 4,368 male members. Printed on a 3 ft by 6 ft
paper, this painstakingly-researched document have thepaper, this painstakingly-researched document have the
names of Krittibas Ojha, Bharatchandra Raygunakar,names of Krittibas Ojha, Bharatchandra Raygunakar,
Banaphool and many others.Banaphool and many others.
Which famous Bengali, one of the members of that greatWhich famous Bengali, one of the members of that great
‘tree’, has been presented with that document?‘tree’, has been presented with that document?
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42. Sri Lanka Frogmouth is a species of nocturnal birdsSri Lanka Frogmouth is a species of nocturnal birds
commonly found in Western Ghats of India andcommonly found in Western Ghats of India and
tropical forest regions of Sri Lanka.tropical forest regions of Sri Lanka.
How are these birdsHow are these birds (male-female jodi)(male-female jodi) commonly known tocommonly known to
us? us?
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43. Find the connection.Find the connection.
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44. These are some of theThese are some of the
noted names in an elitenoted names in an elite
list.list.
i) What this list is alli) What this list is all
about?about?
ii) Who is the missingii) Who is the missing
entry in this list?entry in this list?
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45. As stated in X’s autobiography, he once went toAs stated in X’s autobiography, he once went to
meet his friend Prabodh in Mumbai. His friend, ameet his friend Prabodh in Mumbai. His friend, a
self-taught cook, was then busy in the kitchen andself-taught cook, was then busy in the kitchen and
requested X to wait for him till he finishedrequested X to wait for him till he finished
that dish.that dish.
What did X do in that leisure time while waiting forWhat did X do in that leisure time while waiting for
his friend?his friend?
(It gained iconic status in the days to come)(It gained iconic status in the days to come)
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48. Which piece of art is being used as the logo ofWhich piece of art is being used as the logo of
India’s window to the world for authenticIndia’s window to the world for authentic
handloom and handicraft products handloom and handicraft products
since 1952?since 1952?
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49. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Bankura HorseBankura Horse
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50. Identify the structure and what does itIdentify the structure and what does it
commemorate?commemorate?
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51. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
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Shaheed Minar at the University of
Dhaka in Bangladesh, commemorates those who
were killed in the 21 February 1952 Bengali
Language Movement demonstration.

52. This puja X is unique to Kalna & only anotherThis puja X is unique to Kalna & only another
such puja in India is organised in Benaras.such puja in India is organised in Benaras.
Mythology describes that a businessman of KalnaMythology describes that a businessman of Kalna
received debi's order in his dreams & started thereceived debi's order in his dreams & started the
puja. The entire expense of the puja is made bypuja. The entire expense of the puja is made by
businessmen of the X-tala area. Like Durgapuja,businessmen of the X-tala area. Like Durgapuja,
the ceremony continues for four days. A fair on thisthe ceremony continues for four days. A fair on this
occasion also draws huge spectators from the townoccasion also draws huge spectators from the town
& adjoining areas. & adjoining areas.
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53. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Mahishmardini PujaMahishmardini Puja
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[Only one puja of the Mahishmardini Debi[Only one puja of the Mahishmardini Debi
(Durga) is worshipped at Kalna](Durga) is worshipped at Kalna]

54. Which Bengali expression signifies a sudden,Which Bengali expression signifies a sudden,
unfortunate reversal?unfortunate reversal?
Eg. –Eg. – “Poltu toh mone mone onek sopnoi“Poltu toh mone mone onek sopnoi
dekchilo, kintu Bulti or ____ _____dekchilo, kintu Bulti or ____ _____
dhoriye dilo.dhoriye dilo.””
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55. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Haate HyarikenHaate Hyariken
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56. Which well-known brand is named after theWhich well-known brand is named after the
wife of Sagar Chandra Ghosh who gave up hiswife of Sagar Chandra Ghosh who gave up his
job to start this new business which hasjob to start this new business which has
reached every Bengali household kitchenreached every Bengali household kitchen
across the nation?across the nation?
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57. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Jharna GheeJharna Ghee
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58. The family earlier held the title (surname) ofThe family earlier held the title (surname) of
Kushari, and hailed from Jessore District, now inKushari, and hailed from Jessore District, now in
Bangladesh. Two of the Kusharis, Panchanan andBangladesh. Two of the Kusharis, Panchanan and
Sukdeb, settled in Gobindapur, one of the villagesSukdeb, settled in Gobindapur, one of the villages
that developed into the city of Kolkata. Beingthat developed into the city of Kolkata. Being
Brahmins, the neighbors called them ‘holy sir’.Brahmins, the neighbors called them ‘holy sir’.
After the British gained control of the country, “X”After the British gained control of the country, “X”
became their family name. In English, it wasbecame their family name. In English, it was
Anglicized to “Y”, with some variations in spellingAnglicized to “Y”, with some variations in spelling
within the family. They were “Pirali Brahmins”, awithin the family. They were “Pirali Brahmins”, a
sort of outcaste in orthodox society.sort of outcaste in orthodox society.
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59. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
X - Thakur and Y - TagoreX - Thakur and Y - Tagore
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60. It is an important port town in medieval Bengal. ItIt is an important port town in medieval Bengal. It
served as a main port and commercial complex ofserved as a main port and commercial complex of
the area. The ancient place belongs to the age ofthe area. The ancient place belongs to the age of
Shah Jahan. It was captured by the MughalShah Jahan. It was captured by the Mughal
dynasty and Raghab Datta Roy of Patuli was thedynasty and Raghab Datta Roy of Patuli was the
Zamidar of the region. The name of the place hasZamidar of the region. The name of the place has
been derived from the myth that Raghab’s sonbeen derived from the myth that Raghab’s son
Rameshwar built a fort here by clearing a bambooRameshwar built a fort here by clearing a bamboo
grove.grove.
Name the town.Name the town.
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61. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
BansberiaBansberia
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62. Born in a little village called Moshua inBorn in a little village called Moshua in
Mymensingh, identify this man who was aMymensingh, identify this man who was a
remarkably gifted man - amongst otherremarkably gifted man - amongst other
achievements, he pioneered the art of engraving inachievements, he pioneered the art of engraving in
India and was the first to attempt colour printingIndia and was the first to attempt colour printing
at the time when engraving and colour printingat the time when engraving and colour printing
were also being pioneered in the West.were also being pioneered in the West.
The hymns he composed for the Brahmo SamajThe hymns he composed for the Brahmo Samaj
are sung even today.are sung even today.
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63. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Upendrakishore Ray ChowdhuryUpendrakishore Ray Chowdhury
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64. Connect : ExclusiveConnect : Exclusive
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65. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
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Goutam Sarkar, Prashanta Banerjee, Dulal
Biswas and Renedy Singh ---
Only four players to have captained both Mohun
Bagan and East Bengal.

66. Identify this sweet which is a crowd favouriteIdentify this sweet which is a crowd favourite
and meant for any and every occasion. Maida,and meant for any and every occasion. Maida,
khoya, nutmeg powder, coconut (grated),khoya, nutmeg powder, coconut (grated),
ghee, nuts, raisins, cardamom, cloves andghee, nuts, raisins, cardamom, cloves and
sugar blend beautifully to bring forth thissugar blend beautifully to bring forth this
heavenly traditional sweetmeat.heavenly traditional sweetmeat.
The striking feature is how the pastry is wellThe striking feature is how the pastry is well
folded and sealed with a clove.folded and sealed with a clove.
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67. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Labanga LatikaLabanga Latika
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68. Which Kolkata auditorium is named after an IndianWhich Kolkata auditorium is named after an Indian
Air-force martyr who was killed in anAir-force martyr who was killed in an
INDO-PAK war?INDO-PAK war?
(The auditorium is still in action)(The auditorium is still in action)
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69. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Tapan TheatreTapan Theatre
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70. Which post-independence Kolkata landmark wasWhich post-independence Kolkata landmark was
sculpted by Nagesh Yoglekar and was unveiled bysculpted by Nagesh Yoglekar and was unveiled by
the then Calcutta Municipal Corporation in 1969?the then Calcutta Municipal Corporation in 1969?
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71. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Netaji-Statue at ShyambazarNetaji-Statue at Shyambazar
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72. X, a Pan-Asian scholar, contributed greatly to theX, a Pan-Asian scholar, contributed greatly to the
development of arts in his country. Outside his country,development of arts in his country. Outside his country,
he is chiefly remembered today as the author of ‘Thehe is chiefly remembered today as the author of ‘The
Book of Tea’. In India he was associated with GurudebBook of Tea’. In India he was associated with Gurudeb
in Shantiniketan and was controversially linked within Shantiniketan and was controversially linked with
Sister Nibedita. Satyanweshi Byomkesh Bakshi onceSister Nibedita. Satyanweshi Byomkesh Bakshi once
took his name while in disguise as a foreigner.took his name while in disguise as a foreigner.
Who?Who?
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73. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Okakura Kakuzo TenshinOkakura Kakuzo Tenshin
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74. What was the typical significance of the 1980What was the typical significance of the 1980
Fedaration Cup second leg semifinal match betweenFedaration Cup second leg semifinal match between
Mohan Bagan and Mohammedan Sporting at EdenMohan Bagan and Mohammedan Sporting at Eden
Gardens, which probably have never happened inGardens, which probably have never happened in
premier level Indian football?premier level Indian football?
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75. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
The match started at 8 a.m. in theThe match started at 8 a.m. in the
morningmorning
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76. This was once the highest structure of Kolkata, whose tallThis was once the highest structure of Kolkata, whose tall
pinnacle was destroyed as it suffered major damages in thepinnacle was destroyed as it suffered major damages in the
cyclone and earthquake of 1737. By 1813, the tallest part of it wascyclone and earthquake of 1737. By 1813, the tallest part of it was
completely destroyed. However, the remaining part can still becompletely destroyed. However, the remaining part can still be
seen, though it has gone some modifications over time. It wasseen, though it has gone some modifications over time. It was
said that the original structure was more than 165 feet tall andsaid that the original structure was more than 165 feet tall and
that way it was taller than the ‘Octerlony Monument’ and was athat way it was taller than the ‘Octerlony Monument’ and was a
navigational aid for sailors. ‘Black Pagoda’, as said by thenavigational aid for sailors. ‘Black Pagoda’, as said by the
company-people, it was built by the first ‘Black Zamindar’,company-people, it was built by the first ‘Black Zamindar’,
Gobindaram Mitra, one of the earliest Indian officials under theGobindaram Mitra, one of the earliest Indian officials under the
British rule, in 1730.British rule, in 1730.
Name the temple. Where is it located?Name the temple. Where is it located?
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78. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Nabaratna Temple at ChitpurNabaratna Temple at Chitpur
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79. These so-called commercial Bengali movies of 1950-These so-called commercial Bengali movies of 1950-
60s were, once the subject of urban expression to60s were, once the subject of urban expression to
denote certain common physiological feature.denote certain common physiological feature.
What is that common factor?What is that common factor?
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84. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
BaldnessBaldness
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85. Id. both the drama and the dramatist.Id. both the drama and the dramatist.
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86. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Winkle Twinkle & Bratya BasuWinkle Twinkle & Bratya Basu
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87. Once, the then Collector of Maldaha, Mr. RavenshawOnce, the then Collector of Maldaha, Mr. Ravenshaw
was taking rest at a countryside area of Gaur in a hotwas taking rest at a countryside area of Gaur in a hot
summer season. He asked for some water to a villagesummer season. He asked for some water to a village
belle, that Muslim girl fetched drinking water to himbelle, that Muslim girl fetched drinking water to him
along with something to eat in a plate. Eating that, Mr.along with something to eat in a plate. Eating that, Mr.
Ravenshaw was so pleased that he at once gave theRavenshaw was so pleased that he at once gave the
name of it in the name of that little village girl.name of it in the name of that little village girl.
What was named by that Sahib ?What was named by that Sahib ?
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88. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Fajli MangoFajli Mango
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89. In 1889, certain Bengali named Ram ChandraIn 1889, certain Bengali named Ram Chandra
Chatterjee, an acrobat-gymnast of Prof. Bose’s CircusChatterjee, an acrobat-gymnast of Prof. Bose’s Circus
was the first Indian to do something that made him awas the first Indian to do something that made him a
national hero.national hero.
What did he do?What did he do?
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90. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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First Balloon-flightFirst Balloon-flight
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91. Mumtaj has given lip to the female voice in this duetMumtaj has given lip to the female voice in this duet
number.number.
a) Simply, identify the male actor on whom this songa) Simply, identify the male actor on whom this song
has been picturised.has been picturised.
b) Also, name the movie.b) Also, name the movie.
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92. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Prasenjit ChattopadhyayPrasenjit Chattopadhyay
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93. Two portfolios in the Victoria and Albert Museum inTwo portfolios in the Victoria and Albert Museum in
London contain some three hundred and fiftyLondon contain some three hundred and fifty
watercolours by one of the most prolific women artists ofwatercolours by one of the most prolific women artists of
her era, which were the outcomes of her four major toursher era, which were the outcomes of her four major tours
in India. During her tours, she wrote frequently to Queenin India. During her tours, she wrote frequently to Queen
Victoria, at one point describing ‘strange and terribleVictoria, at one point describing ‘strange and terrible
outbreaks of violence’ in India. outbreaks of violence’ in India.
How is she still being remembered, especially in this partHow is she still being remembered, especially in this part
of the world?of the world?
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94. The paintings….
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95. The painter….
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96. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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LedikeniLedikeni
(Named after Lady Charlotte Canning)(Named after Lady Charlotte Canning)
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97. This wellknown place, associated with the onlyThis wellknown place, associated with the only
unsuccessfulunsuccessful case of Feluda, came into prominence justcase of Feluda, came into prominence just
a few years back, courtesy a person who once acted asa few years back, courtesy a person who once acted as
the younger brother of the titular character in athe younger brother of the titular character in a
particular episode of Sandip Ray directed Feulda-series.particular episode of Sandip Ray directed Feulda-series.
Which place is being hinted at?Which place is being hinted at?
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98. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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ChandannagarChandannagar
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99. Somewhat inspired by the very-endearing-but-eccentricSomewhat inspired by the very-endearing-but-eccentric
Prof. Calculus, how do we better know this elderlyProf. Calculus, how do we better know this elderly
character?character?
Also, identify his creator.Also, identify his creator.
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100. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Chemical Dadu & Narayan DebnathChemical Dadu & Narayan Debnath
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101. This 5′10″ Graduate in Fashion Studies from LondonThis 5′10″ Graduate in Fashion Studies from London
College of Fashion worked as a model for differentCollege of Fashion worked as a model for different
prestigious magazines - including Vogue, Cosmopolitanprestigious magazines - including Vogue, Cosmopolitan
and Harper’s Bazaar. Later on she became a revivalist (ofand Harper’s Bazaar. Later on she became a revivalist (of
sorts) and with assistance from UNESCO, she providedsorts) and with assistance from UNESCO, she provided
employment to thousands of rural people in course of heremployment to thousands of rural people in course of her
mission.mission.
Who is she?Who is she?
Which, seemingly, menial item did she revive?Which, seemingly, menial item did she revive?
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103. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Bibi Russell & GamchaBibi Russell & Gamcha
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104. ‘‘Merit-Board’ of which meritorious institution is this?Merit-Board’ of which meritorious institution is this?
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105. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Hare SchoolHare School
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106. After getting inspiration from reading a 18After getting inspiration from reading a 18thth
centurycentury
literary creation during his school days, 60-years old Mr.literary creation during his school days, 60-years old Mr.
Debashish has recently prepared a ‘family-tree’ withDebashish has recently prepared a ‘family-tree’ with
names of 4,368 male members. Printed on a 3 ft by 6 ftnames of 4,368 male members. Printed on a 3 ft by 6 ft
paper, this painstakingly-researched document have thepaper, this painstakingly-researched document have the
names of Krittibas Ojha, Bharatchandra Raygunakar,names of Krittibas Ojha, Bharatchandra Raygunakar,
Banaphool and many others.Banaphool and many others.
Which famous Bengali, one of the members of that greatWhich famous Bengali, one of the members of that great
‘tree’, has been presented with that document?‘tree’, has been presented with that document?
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107. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Pranab MukherjeePranab Mukherjee
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108. Sri Lanka Frogmouth is a species of nocturnal birdsSri Lanka Frogmouth is a species of nocturnal birds
commonly found in Western Ghats of India andcommonly found in Western Ghats of India and
tropical forest regions of Sri Lanka.tropical forest regions of Sri Lanka.
How are these birdsHow are these birds (male-female jodi)(male-female jodi) commonly known tocommonly known to
us? us?
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109. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Bangoma & BangomiBangoma & Bangomi
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110. Find the connection.Find the connection.
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111. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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LukochuriLukochuri
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112. These are some of theThese are some of the
noted names in an elitenoted names in an elite
list.list.
i) What this list is alli) What this list is all
about?about?
ii) Who is the missingii) Who is the missing
entry in this list?entry in this list?
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113. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Arjuna Awardees in Kabaddi &Arjuna Awardees in Kabaddi &
Biswajit PalitBiswajit Palit
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114. As stated in X’s autobiography, he once went toAs stated in X’s autobiography, he once went to
meet his friend Prabodh in Mumbai. His friend, ameet his friend Prabodh in Mumbai. His friend, a
self-taught cook, was then busy in the kitchen andself-taught cook, was then busy in the kitchen and
requested X to wait for him till he finishedrequested X to wait for him till he finished
that dish.that dish.
What did X do in that leisure time while waiting forWhat did X do in that leisure time while waiting for
his friend?his friend?
(It gained iconic status in the days to come)(It gained iconic status in the days to come)
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115. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Ami Sri Sri Bhajahori MannaAmi Sri Sri Bhajahori Manna
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