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Indian Autobiographies and Biographies: A Journey Through the Lives of Great Minds

Description: Explore the lives of remarkable individuals through their autobiographies and biographies, gaining insights into their contributions to Indian history, culture, and society.
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In his autobiography, The Story of My Life, Mahatma Gandhi emphasizes the importance of which principle?

  1. Nonviolence

  2. Economic Development

  3. Political Power

  4. Social Reform


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gandhi's autobiography highlights his commitment to nonviolence as a means of achieving social and political change.

Which Indian president wrote the autobiography My Experiments with Truth?

  1. Jawaharlal Nehru

  2. Mahatma Gandhi

  3. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

  4. Rajendra Prasad


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi's autobiography, My Experiments with Truth, chronicles his life and philosophy of nonviolence.

In her autobiography, Wings of Fire, APJ Abdul Kalam shares his journey from a humble background to becoming the President of India. What was his childhood dream?

  1. To become a pilot

  2. To become a scientist

  3. To become a teacher

  4. To become a politician


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kalam's childhood dream was to become a pilot, which he later pursued by joining the Indian Air Force.

Who wrote the autobiography An Autobiography or The Story of My Experiments with Truth?

  1. Jawaharlal Nehru

  2. Mahatma Gandhi

  3. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

  4. Rajendra Prasad


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi wrote the autobiography An Autobiography or The Story of My Experiments with Truth.

In her autobiography, One Life, Sonia Gandhi reflects on her life as a political leader and her experiences in Indian politics. What was her initial reluctance to enter politics?

  1. Fear of public speaking

  2. Lack of political experience

  3. Concern for family privacy

  4. Disinterest in politics


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sonia Gandhi's initial reluctance to enter politics stemmed from her concern for family privacy and the potential impact on her children.

Which Indian cricketer wrote the autobiography Playing It My Way?

  1. Sachin Tendulkar

  2. Rahul Dravid

  3. Sourav Ganguly

  4. Virender Sehwag


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sachin Tendulkar wrote the autobiography Playing It My Way.

In his autobiography, The Wings of Aspiration, Abdul Kalam shares his thoughts on education, leadership, and the importance of pursuing one's dreams. What was his advice to students?

  1. Dream big and work hard to achieve them.

  2. Focus on academic excellence at all costs.

  3. Follow the path chosen by your parents.

  4. Give up on your dreams if they seem too difficult.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kalam encouraged students to dream big and work hard to achieve their aspirations, regardless of the challenges they may face.

Who wrote the autobiography Wings of Fire?

  1. Jawaharlal Nehru

  2. Mahatma Gandhi

  3. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

  4. APJ Abdul Kalam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

APJ Abdul Kalam wrote the autobiography Wings of Fire.

In her autobiography, The Accidental Prime Minister, Sanjaya Baru provides an insider's account of the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government led by Manmohan Singh. What was the main criticism leveled against the government?

  1. Lack of economic reforms

  2. Corruption and cronyism

  3. Ineffective leadership

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Baru's autobiography criticizes the UPA government for its lack of economic reforms, corruption and cronyism, and ineffective leadership.

Which Indian politician wrote the autobiography My Life and Times?

  1. Jawaharlal Nehru

  2. Mahatma Gandhi

  3. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

  4. Rajendra Prasad


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jawaharlal Nehru wrote the autobiography My Life and Times.

In his autobiography, The Man Who Knew Infinity, Robert Kanigel tells the story of Srinivasa Ramanujan, a self-taught Indian mathematician who made significant contributions to number theory. What was Ramanujan's formal education?

  1. He had a Ph.D. in mathematics.

  2. He attended Cambridge University.

  3. He was a high school dropout.

  4. He was homeschooled.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Ramanujan had limited formal education, dropping out of high school and never attending university.

Who wrote the autobiography The Man Who Knew Infinity?

  1. Jawaharlal Nehru

  2. Mahatma Gandhi

  3. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

  4. Robert Kanigel


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Robert Kanigel wrote the autobiography The Man Who Knew Infinity.

In her autobiography, Indira: A Life in Nature, Indira Gandhi reflects on her childhood, her political career, and her love for nature. What was her favorite pastime?

  1. Reading

  2. Gardening

  3. Traveling

  4. Birdwatching


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indira Gandhi enjoyed birdwatching as a hobby and was known for her love of nature.

Which Indian author wrote the autobiography The Story of My Life?

  1. Jawaharlal Nehru

  2. Mahatma Gandhi

  3. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

  4. Rabindranath Tagore


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi wrote the autobiography The Story of My Life.

In his autobiography, An Autobiography: The Story of My Experiments with Truth, Mahatma Gandhi shares his experiences in South Africa and his role in the Indian independence movement. What was his philosophy of nonviolent resistance called?

  1. Satyagraha

  2. Swaraj

  3. ahimsa

  4. Purna Swaraj


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gandhi's philosophy of nonviolent resistance was known as Satyagraha.

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