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Awards & Honors MCQs - 2026-07-14

1.
Arundhati Roy's work often explores themes of social justice, political commentary, and human rights. If she won the International Booker Prize in 2026, it would be for a work translated into English. Which of the following is a plausible reason for her to receive this award?
A Her contributions to the field of quantum physics.
B A critically acclaimed novel translated from another language.
C Her groundbreaking research in artificial intelligence.
D Her directorial debut in Hollywood.
2.
The International Booker Prize is awarded annually to a single book translated into English and published in the UK or Ireland. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the International Booker Prize?
A It recognizes the author and the translator.
B It is awarded for a work of fiction.
C It is awarded only for original English-language works.
D The prize money is split equally between the author and translator.
3.
Renowned author Arundhati Roy has been awarded the International Booker Prize in 2026. For which novel did she previously win the Booker Prize in 1997?
A The God of Small Things
B The Ministry of Utmost Happiness
C An Ordinary Person's Guide to Empire
D Capital: A Critique of Political Economy
4.
Recognizing the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) with a top national award for scientific research highlights its significant contributions. What is a key area of research for which IISc is globally recognized?
A Classical Music Composition
B Advanced Materials Science and Engineering
C Ancient Indian History
D Culinary Arts
5.
The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) is a premier public research university for scientific and higher education. In which city is the main campus of IISc located?
A New Delhi
B Mumbai
C Bengaluru
D Chennai
6.
The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) has been awarded a top national award for scientific research in 2026. Which of the following is a prominent national award in India that recognizes excellence in science and technology?
A The Nobel Prize
B The Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize for Science and Technology
C The Pulitzer Prize
D The Fields Medal
7.
A Lifetime Achievement Award typically recognizes an individual's sustained and significant impact over a career. In which medical specialty is Dr. Devi Shetty primarily acclaimed?
A Neurology
B Oncology
C Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery
D Gastroenterology
8.
Dr. Devi Shetty is widely recognized for his contributions to making advanced cardiac care accessible. What is the name of the hospital group he founded, which is known for its affordable and high-quality cardiac surgeries?
A Apollo Hospitals
B Fortis Healthcare
C Manipal Hospitals
D Narayana Health
9.
Dr. Devi Shetty, a renowned cardiac surgeon, was recently honored with a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. Which organization is most likely to confer such an award in the field of healthcare or medical excellence?
A The International Olympic Committee
B The World Health Organization (WHO)
C The International Cricket Council (ICC)
D The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
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