by Kaycee Clemente
India, a land of diverse cultures, languages, and traditions, offers a fascinating tapestry of history and modernity. This quiz will challenge your understanding of India’s significant contributions to the world, its historical milestones, and its vibrant cultural heritage. Let’s see how well you know this incredible country!
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Indian Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is the capital city of India?
Mumbai
New Delhi
Kolkata
Chennai
2. Which river is considered the holiest in India?
Yamuna
Ganga
Narmada
Godavari
3. Which Indian festival is known as the ‘Festival of Lights’?
Holi
Diwali
Navratri
Eid
4. Who was the first Prime Minister of independent India?
Mahatma Gandhi
Jawaharlal Nehru
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Rajendra Prasad
5. Which Indian state is known as the ‘Land of Five Rivers’?
Uttar Pradesh
Punjab
Haryana
Rajasthan
6. What is the national animal of India?
Elephant
Lion
Tiger
Peacock
7. Which Indian city is known as the ‘Silicon Valley of India’?
Hyderabad
Chennai
Pune
Bangalore
8. Which Indian classical dance form originated in the state of Kerala?
Bharatanatyam
Kathak
Kathakali
Odissi
9. Which Mughal emperor built the Taj Mahal?
Akbar
Jahangir
Shah Jahan
Aurangzeb
10. Which Indian state is famous for the Ajanta and Ellora caves?
Madhya Pradesh
Maharashtra
Gujarat
Rajasthan
11. Who is known as the ‘Father of the Indian Constitution’?
B. R. Ambedkar
Mahatma Gandhi
Jawaharlal Nehru
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
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