Indian History
Which year did India gain its independence from British rule?
1947
What is a main ingredients of Samosa?
Potatoes & Peas
Which Hindu festival celebrates the victory of light over darkness?
Diwali
Who is the current Prime Minister of India?
Nahendra Modhi
Which monument is made of white marble and located in Agra?
Taj Mahal
Which famous leader led the Salt March during the Indian independence movement?
Mahatma Gandhi
Which ingredient imparts a characteristic yellow/orange color when added to curry?
Turmeric (Haldi)
Which festival is known as the "Festival of Colors"?
Holi
Which Indian actress won the Miss World pageant in 2000?
Priyanka Chopra
What are the 2 major rivers in India?
Ganges and Indus Rivers
What are the four social classes of India's Caste System (not including Untouchables)? (Hindi or English)
Brahmins (Priests), Kshatriyas (Rulers and Warriors), Vaishyas (Merchants, Skilled Craftspeople, Landowners, Herders, ETC.), Shudras (Laborers)
What Indian food is made from betel leaf filled with betel nut and lime?
Paan
This Hindu festival, lasting nine nights and is celebrated with dance
Navratri
Which Indian cricketer holds the record for the most runs in international cricket?
Sachin Tendulkar
Which southern Indian city is known as the "Silicon Valley of India"?
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
Who was the first Prime Minister of India?
Jawaharlal Nehru
The region surrounding which Indian city is especially known for its oranges?
Nagpur
How many National Holidays are observed in India?
3: Republic Day on January 26th, Independence Day on August 15th, and Gandhi Jayanti on October 2nd.
Who was the first Indian to go to space?
Rakesh Sharma
The Statue of Unity in Gujarat depicts what politician and independence activist?
Sardar Patel