Language and Literature
Which script is commonly used for writing several South Asian languages, including Hindi, Marathi, and Konkani?
What is "Devanagari"?
Which South Asian country has won the most Cricket World Cup titles?
What is India
What is the Hindu festival of lights, celebrated with the lighting of lamps, fireworks, and the exchange of sweets and gifts?
What is Diwali?
Which South Asian cricketer is known as the "Master Blaster" and is considered one of the greatest batsmen in the history of the sport?
Who is Sachin Tendulkar
This South Asian country, situated in the Indian Ocean, was one of the first nations to adopt Buddhism, and it is home to the ancient city of Anuradhapura. What is the name of this country?
What is Sri Lanka
In South Asian literature, what is the name of the ancient Sanskrit epic that narrates the story of Prince Rama?
What is the "Ramayana"
In South Asian field hockey, which country has historically been a dominant force and won multiple Olympic gold medals?
What is Pakistan?
In South Asian culture, what is the name of the traditional music and dance festival celebrated during the spring season?
What is Basant Panchami?
Which South Asian country is often referred to as the "Land of the Thunder Dragon" and is known for its unique culture and Himalayan landscapes?
What is Bhutan?
This South Asian leader, who served as Prime Minister multiple times, was the architect of India's economic liberalization in the early 1990s.
P.V Narasimha Rao
What is the name of the traditional South Asian board game, often played during Diwali, involving the movement of pieces based on the throw of dice?
What is "Pachis" or "Ludo"
What is the term for the traditional South Asian wrestling style, often performed in an open field and associated with festivals?
What is "Kushti"
What is the name of the Muslim festival, celebrated with fasting and feasting, that marks the end of Ramadan?
What is "Edi-al-fitir"
In South Asian weddings, what is the traditional ritual of exchanging floral garlands between the bride and groom?
What is Jaimala
This ancient university, one of the world's first residential universities, was located in a South Asian country and was a center of learning for various subjects, including mathematics and astronomy.
What is Nalanda University
What is the term for the traditional South Asian storytelling technique, often performed through dance, music, and puppetry?
What is "Katha"
Which South Asian badminton player, known as the "Golden Girl," has won multiple Olympic and World Championship medals?
Who is "P.V Sindhu"
In South Asian culture, what is the name of the traditional New Year festival celebrated in April?
What is Baisakhi?
What is the traditional South Asian system of medicine that emphasizes balance in bodily systems and uses herbs, diet, and yogic practices?
What is Ayurveda
This ancient South Asian dynasty, which ruled from the 3rd century BCE to the 6th century CE, was instrumental in the spread of Buddhism and the construction of famous rock-cut caves.
What is the Maurya Dynasty
In South Asian poetry, what term is used for a short, melodic composition expressing intense feelings or emotions?
In South Asian traditional martial arts, what is the name of the stick-fighting technique that originated in Kerala?
What is "Kalaripayattu"
What is the Sikh harvest festival celebrated with processions, music, and community feasts?
What is Lohri
What is the name of the South Asian string instrument, often made from bamboo, that is played in classical and folk music?
What is a "Bansuri"
This South Asian country, formerly known as Ceylon, became a republic in 1972. Who was its first Prime Minister after gaining independence in 1948?
What is Sri Lanka, and the first Prime Minister was D.S. Senanayake?