Geography
This monument is called the 'Symbol of Love' in India
Taj Mahal (Agra)
This is a type of meat that is banned in many states in North India
Beef (Cow meat)
What is the name of the festival that comes at the end of Ramadan?
Eid al fitr
What is the capital of the country?
New Delhi
What are the mountains in the North of India called?
Himalayas / Himalayan ranges
This is the highest exported food in India
Rice (Basmati)
This is a festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil
Diwali / The festival of lights
What is the monetary unit of India?
Rupee
Name any three neighboring countries of India
Pakistan, Afghanistan, China, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, Nepal, Myanmar, Maldives.
Name any three Indian spices you know
Cumin, turmeric powder, mustard seeds, coriander powder, red chilly powder, asafoetida, etc.
In which Indian festival do people throw coloured powders on each other?
Holi - Festival of colours
India got independence from ______ in 1947
England
The North Eastern and Southern parts of India employ more than 50% of women for this job
Tea plantations
What are the four main parts of a typical meal in India?
1) Rice
2) Lentils
3) Curry
4) Flatbread (Chapati, roti, naan, etc)
What Indian festival is celebrated once every 144 years? (Hint: It was celebrated this year in January!)
Maha Kumbh Mela
All of the following originated in India:
1) An indoor game
2) A number
3) A physical/spiritual practice
4) Used to wash hair
1) Chess
2) The number zero
3) Yoga
4) Shampoo
In which year did Mumbai face the last terrorist attacks?
2008
This is a type of Indian cheese used in a lot of Indian cuisine.
Paneer
Name any two other festivals that are celebrated in India
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Name the Indian Independence leader that occurs on the currency note of India
Mahatma Gandhi