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Tracing the Evolution of Mathematical Societies in India

Description: This quiz aims to test your knowledge about the evolution of mathematical societies in India. The questions cover various aspects of these societies, including their history, objectives, activities, and contributions to the field of mathematics.
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Which of the following is the oldest mathematical society in India?

  1. The Indian Mathematical Society

  2. The Calcutta Mathematical Society

  3. The Madras Mathematical Society

  4. The Bombay Mathematical Society

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Calcutta Mathematical Society was founded in 1876, making it the oldest mathematical society in India.

Who was the first president of the Indian Mathematical Society?

  1. V. Ramaswamy Aiyer

  2. A. C. Banerji

  3. S. Ramanujan

  4. C. V. Raman

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

V. Ramaswamy Aiyer was the first president of the Indian Mathematical Society, serving from 1907 to 1909.

What is the primary objective of the Indian Mathematical Society?

  1. To promote the study and research of mathematics in India

  2. To provide a platform for mathematicians to share their ideas and findings

  3. To organize conferences and workshops on mathematics

  4. To publish mathematical journals and books

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary objective of the Indian Mathematical Society is to promote the study and research of mathematics in India.

Which of the following is not a publication of the Indian Mathematical Society?

  1. The Journal of the Indian Mathematical Society

  2. The Proceedings of the Indian Academy of Sciences - Mathematical Sciences

  3. The Bulletin of the Indian Mathematical Society

  4. The Indian Journal of Mathematics

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Proceedings of the Indian Academy of Sciences - Mathematical Sciences is not a publication of the Indian Mathematical Society.

Which of the following mathematicians was not a member of the Indian Mathematical Society?

  1. S. Ramanujan

  2. C. V. Raman

  3. Homi J. Bhabha

  4. Meghnad Saha

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

C. V. Raman was not a member of the Indian Mathematical Society.

Which of the following is not an activity organized by the Indian Mathematical Society?

  1. Conferences and workshops

  2. Public lectures and seminars

  3. Mathematical competitions

  4. Science fairs

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Science fairs are not an activity organized by the Indian Mathematical Society.

Which of the following is not a contribution of the Indian Mathematical Society to the field of mathematics?

  1. The establishment of the National Board for Higher Mathematics

  2. The publication of mathematical journals and books

  3. The organization of conferences and workshops

  4. The development of new mathematical theories

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The development of new mathematical theories is not a contribution of the Indian Mathematical Society to the field of mathematics.

Which of the following is not a challenge faced by mathematical societies in India?

  1. Lack of funding

  2. Lack of infrastructure

  3. Lack of qualified mathematicians

  4. Lack of public awareness about mathematics

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Lack of qualified mathematicians is not a challenge faced by mathematical societies in India.

Which of the following is not a way to address the challenges faced by mathematical societies in India?

  1. Increase funding for mathematical research

  2. Improve infrastructure for mathematical research

  3. Attract more students to the field of mathematics

  4. Increase public awareness about mathematics

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Attracting more students to the field of mathematics is not a way to address the challenges faced by mathematical societies in India.

Which of the following is not a future goal of mathematical societies in India?

  1. To promote excellence in mathematical research

  2. To increase the number of mathematicians in India

  3. To make mathematics more accessible to the general public

  4. To establish India as a global leader in mathematics

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Establishing India as a global leader in mathematics is not a future goal of mathematical societies in India.

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