Class 12 GK: Indian Award Winners - Advanced

Which Indian scientist was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for his work on the scattering of light and discovery of the effect now known as the Raman Effect?

The Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award, was posthumously conferred upon which legendary statesman who served as India's second Prime Minister?

Who was the first Indian woman to win the Ramon Magsaysay Award, often referred to as 'Asia's Nobel Prize'?

The only sportsperson to receive the Bharat Ratna, independent India's highest civilian honour, is legendary cricketer __________.

In which category did Amartya Sen win the Nobel Prize, making him the first Asian to achieve this distinction in that specific field?

Identify two distinct contributions or achievements of Bhimsen Joshi that led him to be awarded the Bharat Ratna.

The Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India's highest honor in cinema, is named after Dadasaheb Phalke, who is often called the 'Father of _______ Cinema'.

Which of the following Indian authors received the Booker Prize for their debut novel 'The God of Small Things'?

The first Indian to receive the Nobel Peace Prize was __________ for his work with the Ramakrishna Mission.

Explain why Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was often referred to as the 'Missile Man of India' and what prestigious award he received for his contributions.