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- This document contains 25 questions for a quiz with rules for scoring - Questions are multiple choice and relate to recent events, people, places and developments in the news - Scoring rules include questions 1 and all multiples of 5 being used to break ties

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Qurious (Prelims)
Rules * 25 questions. * Each question carries 1 mark. * Star-marked questions (Qstn no. 1 & all the multiples of 5, i.e – 5, 10, 15, 20 & 25) will be counted to break the ties. * Every decision of the QM is final.
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Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  Four Indian Army trucks under the command of Col. Umang Kapur relocated some special packages on 1 May 1998 to the Mumbai airport. They were flown to the designated site and kept inside the ‘Prayer Hall’. The package was distributed in several parts and further kept in ‘White House’, ‘Taj Mahal’ and ‘Kumbhkaran’. What resulted 10 days later for which the Indian govt. decided to observe the National Technology Day on that date? 1
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  This google doodle was released on the occasion of 81st anniversary of what ‘work of art’ that had been attributed to Col. Robert Wilson? 2
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  With which recent development, would you connect the following entities? 3
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I To all the ‘firm believers’, the occupational name in German for a trader in quill or feather pens or an upholsterer, has recently gained huge momentum. Who?/What?/Why? 4
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  In one perspective, it features the most ubiquotous mammal associated with the land. In another thought, it depicts the most striking feature of the male folks of the region. Conceptualised by Ogilvy & Mather, what is being referred to? 5
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 6   After the perfect execution of the most iconic move of the decade, the executioner reportedly said that there was a 50% chance of getting it done by following the conventional method, and a 100% chance of doing it correctly by the method he followed. After being compared with a bird and a plane, it also ellicited comment like – “75% of the world is covered by water and the rest by ____”. Which incident is being talked about?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I The popular name of NGC 3576 Nebula owes it’s origin to the resemblance of it’s central portion to which popular UNESCO World Heritage Site? 7
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  This noted alumni of IIT-Bombay had given up a lucrative career in software to take up writing for brands as a profession. After being appointed the Chief Creative Officer at Leo Burnett, he changed the direction of his life in 2011 and hit it really big in the recent times. Why is he in news? 8
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 9 To better his own mark created in 2012, X and his team of 35 students from his school started with about 1000 tons of raw materials. After 4 days of hard work, it finally got completed on 25th December, 2016 and was readily compared with the famous Terracotta Army of Qin Shi Huang. Which record-breaking project, conceptualised to ‘Bring Happiness to the World’, has thus been completed?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 10 Noted cinematographer Ashok Kumar made his directorial debut in bollywood through the erotic-themed movie, titled Kamagni (1987) where Tina Munim played a sex-starved married lady. This flop movie has been trolled in the recent times because of obvious reasons. Who acted as Tina Munim’s dream- man?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 11 In 2016, who is the latest to join this illustrous list of achievers? Also, what this list is all about?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 12 India’s first underwater film…..just identify it.
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 13 Which portmanteau word is said to be the reason behind these vitriolic comments among the tech-minded twitteratis?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 14 This is the screenshot of a London-based Charity which was established in 2005 when X read an article in ‘The Sunday Times’ about children being kept in caged beds in several institutions. Identify X, the Founder-President of Lumos.
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 15 Acknowledging the world-wide tendency to commit an oft-repeated error at the diplomatic level, this error- strewn world map has been deliberately placed since Dec 2016. Where can you see this map?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 16 It’s origin lies in the Old English word - godsibb, from god and sibb, the term for the godparents of one’s child. In the 16th century, the word assumed the meaning of a person, mostly a woman, one who delights in idle talk. After undergoing minute changes, it got it’s present meaning since the time of Shakespeare. What’s the good word?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 17 Originally hailed as a ‘very true’ and smart way of product placement, this high profile deal worth $25 million over five years, involving two giants in their own field has hit a roadblock off-late. The reason is said to be very little ‘exposure’ because of certain laws. If one of them is F.C. Barcelona, who is the other one?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 18 Flamboyant Indian entrepreneur Dr. B.K. Modi, popularly called ‘The JV Hero of India’ was said to be the main man behind this pioneering endeavour. After tasting success with earlier ventures like ‘Modi-Xerox’ (for high end photocopier machines), ‘Modi-Olivetti’ (for advanced PCs & floppy diks), his new venture was successfully launched on July 31, 1995 connecting a Congressi and a Communist. What ‘first’ was achieved on that day?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 19   Which former speedster who had a very shortlived test career (only 2 matches) but had a pretty decent ODI career (45 matches) during the late 1990s is said to be the inspiration behind this logo?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 20  Ninawa International Hotel, which received a number of positive reviews on TripAdvisor, has 262 rooms, two restaurants, two ballrooms and a gymnasium, among other facilities. Who is, supposedly, the current owner of this hotel?  
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 21  If we go by the different versions available from different sources, what happened, or did not happen after a group of Americans left Brazilian swimmer Thiago Pereira’s party for a friend’s birthday at Club France on August, 2016? (It resulted in a public apology via Twitter, cancellation of few brand endorsement deals and an on-stage ruckus in ‘Dancing With the Stars’) 
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I   Strongman Kaleem Sheikh, a little-known candidate, was parachuted into Panchmahal from MP in 2009 by the Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) to contest the polls against Shankar Singh Vaghela, former CM of Gujarat. Kalim’s younger brother, Shaikh Arif, contested in the 2014 election in the ticket of Samajwadi Party, again, against Vaghela. It suggested that this family has an on-going ‘feud’ with him. Identify their father who was said to be responsible for all this tension. 22
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I   The ___ Club, a recurring location in the stories of P. G. Wodehouse, is located in Dover Street, off Piccadilly. Named after the male member of a particular insect who does no work, living off the labour of others, it aptly describes the contemporary Edwardian stereotype of rich, idle young club members.  Just fill in the blank. 23
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 24 Following the demolition of the Babri Masjid, there were many debates in Parliament regarding what to be done to diffuse tension among the two communities. One of the most popular suggestions came from a first time M.P. from Uttar Pradesh who suggested that a sweet shop be built at that disputed land which would sell only one particular type of sweet. Which sweet was that?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 25 After this public performance in July 2016, a person named Ullas from Delhi filed a police complaint against the lead performer in New Ashok Nagar Police Station for wrong pronunciation. Who was the performer?
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Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  Four Indian Army trucks under the command of Col. Umang Kapur relocated some special packages on 1 May 1998 to the Mumbai airport. They were flown to the designated site and kept inside the ‘Prayer Hall’. The package was distributed in several parts and further kept in ‘White House’, ‘Taj Mahal’ and ‘Kumbhkaran’. What resulted 10 days later for which the Indian govt. decided to observe the National Technology Day on that date? 1
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 1 Nuclear Tests in Pokhran / Pokhran IINuclear Tests in Pokhran / Pokhran II
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  This google doodle was released on the occasion of 81st anniversary of what ‘work of art’ that had been attributed to Col. Robert Wilson? 2
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 2 Photo of Loch Ness MonsterPhoto of Loch Ness Monster
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  With which recent development, would you connect the following entities? 3
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 3 Featured in the new Currency NotesFeatured in the new Currency Notes
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I To all the ‘firm believers’, the occupational name in German for a trader in quill or feather pens or an upholsterer, has recently gained huge momentum. Who?/What?/Why? 4
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 4 FedererFederer
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  In one perspective, it features the most ubiquotous mammal associated with the land. In another thought, it depicts the most striking feature of the male folks of the region. Conceptualised by Ogilvy & Mather, what is being referred to? 5
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 5   New Logo of Rajasthan TourismNew Logo of Rajasthan Tourism
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 6   After the perfect execution of the most iconic move of the decade, the executioner reportedly said that there was a 50% chance of getting it done by following the conventional method, and a 100% chance of doing it correctly by the method he followed. After being compared with a bird and a plane, it also ellicited comment like – “75% of the world is covered by water and the rest by ____”. Which incident is being talked about?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 6 Inzy’s run-out by JontyInzy’s run-out by Jonty
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I The popular name of NGC 3576 Nebula owes it’s origin to the resemblance of it’s central portion to which popular UNESCO World Heritage Site? 7
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 7 Statue of LibertyStatue of Liberty
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  This noted alumni of IIT-Bombay had given up a lucrative career in software to take up writing for brands as a profession. After being appointed the Chief Creative Officer at Leo Burnett, he changed the direction of his life in 2011 and hit it really big in the recent times. Why is he in news? 8
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 8   Nitesh Tiwari – director of DangalNitesh Tiwari – director of Dangal
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 9 To better his own mark created in 2012, X and his team of 35 students from his school started with about 1000 tons of raw materials. After 4 days of hard work, it finally got completed on 25th December, 2016 and was readily compared with the famous Terracotta Army of Qin Shi Huang. Which record-breaking project, conceptualised to ‘Bring Happiness to the World’, has thus been completed?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 9 1000 sand Santa Clause statues sculpted at1000 sand Santa Clause statues sculpted at Puri by Sudarsan Pattnaik Puri by Sudarsan Pattnaik 
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 10 Noted cinematographer Ashok Kumar made his directorial debut in bollywood through the erotic-themed movie, titled Kamagni (1987) where Tina Munim played a sex-starved married lady. This flop movie has been trolled in the recent times because of obvious reasons. Who acted as Tina Munim’s dream- man?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 10    Alok NathAlok Nath
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 11 In 2016, who is the latest to join this illustrous list of achievers? Also, what this list is all about?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 11 Bob Dylan & Winners of ‘Grammy andBob Dylan & Winners of ‘Grammy and Noble’Noble’
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 12 India’s first underwater film…..just identify it.
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 12 The Ghazi AttackThe Ghazi Attack
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 13 Which portmanteau word is said to be the reason behind these vitriolic comments among the tech-minded twitteratis?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 13 AltabaAltaba
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 14 This is the screenshot of a London-based Charity which was established in 2005 when X read an article in ‘The Sunday Times’ about children being kept in caged beds in several institutions. Identify X, the Founder-President of Lumos.
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 14 J.K. RowlingJ.K. Rowling
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 15 Acknowledging the world-wide tendency to commit an oft-repeated error at the diplomatic level, this error- strewn world map has been deliberately placed since Dec 2016. Where can you see this map?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 15 HTTP 404 or ‘Not Found’ error page inHTTP 404 or ‘Not Found’ error page in NZ Govt. website NZ Govt. website 
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 16 It’s origin lies in the Old English word - godsibb, from god and sibb, the term for the godparents of one’s child. In the 16th century, the word assumed the meaning of a person, mostly a woman, one who delights in idle talk. After undergoing minute changes, it got it’s present meaning since the time of Shakespeare. What’s the good word?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 16 GossipGossip
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 17 Originally hailed as a ‘very true’ and smart way of product placement, this high profile deal worth $25 million over five years, involving two giants in their own field has hit a roadblock off-late. The reason is said to be very little ‘exposure’ because of certain laws. If one of them is F.C. Barcelona, who is the other one?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 17 IntelIntel
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 18 Flamboyant Indian entrepreneur Dr. B.K. Modi, popularly called ‘The JV Hero of India’ was said to be the main man behind this pioneering endeavour. After tasting success with earlier ventures like ‘Modi-Xerox’ (for high end photocopier machines), ‘Modi-Olivetti’ (for advanced PCs & floppy diks), his new venture was successfully launched on July 31, 1995 connecting a Congressi and a Communist. What ‘first’ was achieved on that day?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 18 First mobile call betweenFirst mobile call between Jyoti Basu and Sukh RamJyoti Basu and Sukh Ram
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 19   Which former speedster who had a very shortlived test career (only 2 matches) but had a pretty decent ODI career (45 matches) during the late 1990s is said to be the inspiration behind this logo?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 19 Debasis MohantyDebasis Mohanty
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 20  Ninawa International Hotel, which received a number of positive reviews on TripAdvisor, has 262 rooms, two restaurants, two ballrooms and a gymnasium, among other facilities. Who is, supposedly, the current owner of this hotel?  
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 20 ISISISIS
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 21  If we go by the different versions available from different sources, what happened, or did not happen after a group of Americans left Brazilian swimmer Thiago Pereira’s party for a friend’s birthday at Club France on August, 2016? (It resulted in a public apology via Twitter, cancellation of few brand endorsement deals and an on-stage ruckus in ‘Dancing With the Stars’) 
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 21 Ryan Lochte and few other US swimmersRyan Lochte and few other US swimmers were held at gunpoint were held at gunpoint 
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I   Strongman Kaleem Sheikh, a little-known candidate, was parachuted into Panchmahal from MP in 2009 by the Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) to contest the polls against Shankar Singh Vaghela, former CM of Gujarat. Kalim’s younger brother, Shaikh Arif, contested in the 2014 election in the ticket of Samajwadi Party, again, against Vaghela. It suggested that this family has an on-going ‘feud’ with him. Identify their father who was said to be responsible for all this tension. 22
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 22 Abdul LatifAbdul Latif
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I   The ___ Club, a recurring location in the stories of P. G. Wodehouse, is located in Dover Street, off Piccadilly. Named after the male member of a particular insect who does no work, living off the labour of others, it aptly describes the contemporary Edwardian stereotype of rich, idle young club members.  Just fill in the blank. 23
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 23 DronesDrones
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 24 Following the demolition of the Babri Masjid, there were many debates in Parliament regarding what to be done to diffuse tension among the two communities. One of the most popular suggestions came from a first time M.P. from Uttar Pradesh who suggested that a sweet shop be built at that disputed land which would sell only one particular type of sweet. Which sweet was that?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 24 Rabri (from Ram + Babri)Rabri (from Ram + Babri)
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 25 After this public performance in July 2016, a person named Ullas from Delhi filed a police complaint against the lead performer in New Ashok Nagar Police Station for wrong pronunciation. Who was the performer?
Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 25 Sunny LeoneSunny Leone
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Qurious (Prelims)

  • 2. Rules * 25 questions. * Each question carries 1 mark. * Star-marked questions (Qstn no. 1 & all the multiples of 5, i.e – 5, 10, 15, 20 & 25) will be counted to break the ties. * Every decision of the QM is final.
  • 4. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  Four Indian Army trucks under the command of Col. Umang Kapur relocated some special packages on 1 May 1998 to the Mumbai airport. They were flown to the designated site and kept inside the ‘Prayer Hall’. The package was distributed in several parts and further kept in ‘White House’, ‘Taj Mahal’ and ‘Kumbhkaran’. What resulted 10 days later for which the Indian govt. decided to observe the National Technology Day on that date? 1
  • 5. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  This google doodle was released on the occasion of 81st anniversary of what ‘work of art’ that had been attributed to Col. Robert Wilson? 2
  • 6. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  With which recent development, would you connect the following entities? 3
  • 7. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I To all the ‘firm believers’, the occupational name in German for a trader in quill or feather pens or an upholsterer, has recently gained huge momentum. Who?/What?/Why? 4
  • 8. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  In one perspective, it features the most ubiquotous mammal associated with the land. In another thought, it depicts the most striking feature of the male folks of the region. Conceptualised by Ogilvy & Mather, what is being referred to? 5
  • 9. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 6   After the perfect execution of the most iconic move of the decade, the executioner reportedly said that there was a 50% chance of getting it done by following the conventional method, and a 100% chance of doing it correctly by the method he followed. After being compared with a bird and a plane, it also ellicited comment like – “75% of the world is covered by water and the rest by ____”. Which incident is being talked about?
  • 10. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I The popular name of NGC 3576 Nebula owes it’s origin to the resemblance of it’s central portion to which popular UNESCO World Heritage Site? 7
  • 11. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  This noted alumni of IIT-Bombay had given up a lucrative career in software to take up writing for brands as a profession. After being appointed the Chief Creative Officer at Leo Burnett, he changed the direction of his life in 2011 and hit it really big in the recent times. Why is he in news? 8
  • 12. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 9 To better his own mark created in 2012, X and his team of 35 students from his school started with about 1000 tons of raw materials. After 4 days of hard work, it finally got completed on 25th December, 2016 and was readily compared with the famous Terracotta Army of Qin Shi Huang. Which record-breaking project, conceptualised to ‘Bring Happiness to the World’, has thus been completed?
  • 13. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 10 Noted cinematographer Ashok Kumar made his directorial debut in bollywood through the erotic-themed movie, titled Kamagni (1987) where Tina Munim played a sex-starved married lady. This flop movie has been trolled in the recent times because of obvious reasons. Who acted as Tina Munim’s dream- man?
  • 14. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 11 In 2016, who is the latest to join this illustrous list of achievers? Also, what this list is all about?
  • 15. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 12 India’s first underwater film…..just identify it.
  • 16. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 13 Which portmanteau word is said to be the reason behind these vitriolic comments among the tech-minded twitteratis?
  • 17. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 14 This is the screenshot of a London-based Charity which was established in 2005 when X read an article in ‘The Sunday Times’ about children being kept in caged beds in several institutions. Identify X, the Founder-President of Lumos.
  • 18. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 15 Acknowledging the world-wide tendency to commit an oft-repeated error at the diplomatic level, this error- strewn world map has been deliberately placed since Dec 2016. Where can you see this map?
  • 19. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 16 It’s origin lies in the Old English word - godsibb, from god and sibb, the term for the godparents of one’s child. In the 16th century, the word assumed the meaning of a person, mostly a woman, one who delights in idle talk. After undergoing minute changes, it got it’s present meaning since the time of Shakespeare. What’s the good word?
  • 20. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 17 Originally hailed as a ‘very true’ and smart way of product placement, this high profile deal worth $25 million over five years, involving two giants in their own field has hit a roadblock off-late. The reason is said to be very little ‘exposure’ because of certain laws. If one of them is F.C. Barcelona, who is the other one?
  • 21. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 18 Flamboyant Indian entrepreneur Dr. B.K. Modi, popularly called ‘The JV Hero of India’ was said to be the main man behind this pioneering endeavour. After tasting success with earlier ventures like ‘Modi-Xerox’ (for high end photocopier machines), ‘Modi-Olivetti’ (for advanced PCs & floppy diks), his new venture was successfully launched on July 31, 1995 connecting a Congressi and a Communist. What ‘first’ was achieved on that day?
  • 22. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 19   Which former speedster who had a very shortlived test career (only 2 matches) but had a pretty decent ODI career (45 matches) during the late 1990s is said to be the inspiration behind this logo?
  • 23. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 20  Ninawa International Hotel, which received a number of positive reviews on TripAdvisor, has 262 rooms, two restaurants, two ballrooms and a gymnasium, among other facilities. Who is, supposedly, the current owner of this hotel?  
  • 24. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 21  If we go by the different versions available from different sources, what happened, or did not happen after a group of Americans left Brazilian swimmer Thiago Pereira’s party for a friend’s birthday at Club France on August, 2016? (It resulted in a public apology via Twitter, cancellation of few brand endorsement deals and an on-stage ruckus in ‘Dancing With the Stars’) 
  • 25. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I   Strongman Kaleem Sheikh, a little-known candidate, was parachuted into Panchmahal from MP in 2009 by the Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) to contest the polls against Shankar Singh Vaghela, former CM of Gujarat. Kalim’s younger brother, Shaikh Arif, contested in the 2014 election in the ticket of Samajwadi Party, again, against Vaghela. It suggested that this family has an on-going ‘feud’ with him. Identify their father who was said to be responsible for all this tension. 22
  • 26. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I   The ___ Club, a recurring location in the stories of P. G. Wodehouse, is located in Dover Street, off Piccadilly. Named after the male member of a particular insect who does no work, living off the labour of others, it aptly describes the contemporary Edwardian stereotype of rich, idle young club members.  Just fill in the blank. 23
  • 27. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 24 Following the demolition of the Babri Masjid, there were many debates in Parliament regarding what to be done to diffuse tension among the two communities. One of the most popular suggestions came from a first time M.P. from Uttar Pradesh who suggested that a sweet shop be built at that disputed land which would sell only one particular type of sweet. Which sweet was that?
  • 28. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 25 After this public performance in July 2016, a person named Ullas from Delhi filed a police complaint against the lead performer in New Ashok Nagar Police Station for wrong pronunciation. Who was the performer?
  • 31. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  Four Indian Army trucks under the command of Col. Umang Kapur relocated some special packages on 1 May 1998 to the Mumbai airport. They were flown to the designated site and kept inside the ‘Prayer Hall’. The package was distributed in several parts and further kept in ‘White House’, ‘Taj Mahal’ and ‘Kumbhkaran’. What resulted 10 days later for which the Indian govt. decided to observe the National Technology Day on that date? 1
  • 32. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 1 Nuclear Tests in Pokhran / Pokhran IINuclear Tests in Pokhran / Pokhran II
  • 33. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  This google doodle was released on the occasion of 81st anniversary of what ‘work of art’ that had been attributed to Col. Robert Wilson? 2
  • 34. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 2 Photo of Loch Ness MonsterPhoto of Loch Ness Monster
  • 35. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  With which recent development, would you connect the following entities? 3
  • 36. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 3 Featured in the new Currency NotesFeatured in the new Currency Notes
  • 37. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I To all the ‘firm believers’, the occupational name in German for a trader in quill or feather pens or an upholsterer, has recently gained huge momentum. Who?/What?/Why? 4
  • 38. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 4 FedererFederer
  • 39. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  In one perspective, it features the most ubiquotous mammal associated with the land. In another thought, it depicts the most striking feature of the male folks of the region. Conceptualised by Ogilvy & Mather, what is being referred to? 5
  • 40. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 5   New Logo of Rajasthan TourismNew Logo of Rajasthan Tourism
  • 41. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 6   After the perfect execution of the most iconic move of the decade, the executioner reportedly said that there was a 50% chance of getting it done by following the conventional method, and a 100% chance of doing it correctly by the method he followed. After being compared with a bird and a plane, it also ellicited comment like – “75% of the world is covered by water and the rest by ____”. Which incident is being talked about?
  • 42. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 6 Inzy’s run-out by JontyInzy’s run-out by Jonty
  • 43. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I The popular name of NGC 3576 Nebula owes it’s origin to the resemblance of it’s central portion to which popular UNESCO World Heritage Site? 7
  • 44. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 7 Statue of LibertyStatue of Liberty
  • 45. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I  This noted alumni of IIT-Bombay had given up a lucrative career in software to take up writing for brands as a profession. After being appointed the Chief Creative Officer at Leo Burnett, he changed the direction of his life in 2011 and hit it really big in the recent times. Why is he in news? 8
  • 46. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 8   Nitesh Tiwari – director of DangalNitesh Tiwari – director of Dangal
  • 47. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 9 To better his own mark created in 2012, X and his team of 35 students from his school started with about 1000 tons of raw materials. After 4 days of hard work, it finally got completed on 25th December, 2016 and was readily compared with the famous Terracotta Army of Qin Shi Huang. Which record-breaking project, conceptualised to ‘Bring Happiness to the World’, has thus been completed?
  • 48. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 9 1000 sand Santa Clause statues sculpted at1000 sand Santa Clause statues sculpted at Puri by Sudarsan Pattnaik Puri by Sudarsan Pattnaik 
  • 49. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 10 Noted cinematographer Ashok Kumar made his directorial debut in bollywood through the erotic-themed movie, titled Kamagni (1987) where Tina Munim played a sex-starved married lady. This flop movie has been trolled in the recent times because of obvious reasons. Who acted as Tina Munim’s dream- man?
  • 50. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 10    Alok NathAlok Nath
  • 51. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 11 In 2016, who is the latest to join this illustrous list of achievers? Also, what this list is all about?
  • 52. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 11 Bob Dylan & Winners of ‘Grammy andBob Dylan & Winners of ‘Grammy and Noble’Noble’
  • 53. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 12 India’s first underwater film…..just identify it.
  • 54. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 12 The Ghazi AttackThe Ghazi Attack
  • 55. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 13 Which portmanteau word is said to be the reason behind these vitriolic comments among the tech-minded twitteratis?
  • 56. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 13 AltabaAltaba
  • 57. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 14 This is the screenshot of a London-based Charity which was established in 2005 when X read an article in ‘The Sunday Times’ about children being kept in caged beds in several institutions. Identify X, the Founder-President of Lumos.
  • 58. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 14 J.K. RowlingJ.K. Rowling
  • 59. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 15 Acknowledging the world-wide tendency to commit an oft-repeated error at the diplomatic level, this error- strewn world map has been deliberately placed since Dec 2016. Where can you see this map?
  • 60. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 15 HTTP 404 or ‘Not Found’ error page inHTTP 404 or ‘Not Found’ error page in NZ Govt. website NZ Govt. website 
  • 61. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 16 It’s origin lies in the Old English word - godsibb, from god and sibb, the term for the godparents of one’s child. In the 16th century, the word assumed the meaning of a person, mostly a woman, one who delights in idle talk. After undergoing minute changes, it got it’s present meaning since the time of Shakespeare. What’s the good word?
  • 62. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 16 GossipGossip
  • 63. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 17 Originally hailed as a ‘very true’ and smart way of product placement, this high profile deal worth $25 million over five years, involving two giants in their own field has hit a roadblock off-late. The reason is said to be very little ‘exposure’ because of certain laws. If one of them is F.C. Barcelona, who is the other one?
  • 64. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 17 IntelIntel
  • 65. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 18 Flamboyant Indian entrepreneur Dr. B.K. Modi, popularly called ‘The JV Hero of India’ was said to be the main man behind this pioneering endeavour. After tasting success with earlier ventures like ‘Modi-Xerox’ (for high end photocopier machines), ‘Modi-Olivetti’ (for advanced PCs & floppy diks), his new venture was successfully launched on July 31, 1995 connecting a Congressi and a Communist. What ‘first’ was achieved on that day?
  • 66. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 18 First mobile call betweenFirst mobile call between Jyoti Basu and Sukh RamJyoti Basu and Sukh Ram
  • 67. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 19   Which former speedster who had a very shortlived test career (only 2 matches) but had a pretty decent ODI career (45 matches) during the late 1990s is said to be the inspiration behind this logo?
  • 68. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 19 Debasis MohantyDebasis Mohanty
  • 69. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 20  Ninawa International Hotel, which received a number of positive reviews on TripAdvisor, has 262 rooms, two restaurants, two ballrooms and a gymnasium, among other facilities. Who is, supposedly, the current owner of this hotel?  
  • 70. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 20 ISISISIS
  • 71. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 21  If we go by the different versions available from different sources, what happened, or did not happen after a group of Americans left Brazilian swimmer Thiago Pereira’s party for a friend’s birthday at Club France on August, 2016? (It resulted in a public apology via Twitter, cancellation of few brand endorsement deals and an on-stage ruckus in ‘Dancing With the Stars’) 
  • 72. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 21 Ryan Lochte and few other US swimmersRyan Lochte and few other US swimmers were held at gunpoint were held at gunpoint 
  • 73. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I   Strongman Kaleem Sheikh, a little-known candidate, was parachuted into Panchmahal from MP in 2009 by the Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) to contest the polls against Shankar Singh Vaghela, former CM of Gujarat. Kalim’s younger brother, Shaikh Arif, contested in the 2014 election in the ticket of Samajwadi Party, again, against Vaghela. It suggested that this family has an on-going ‘feud’ with him. Identify their father who was said to be responsible for all this tension. 22
  • 74. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 22 Abdul LatifAbdul Latif
  • 75. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I   The ___ Club, a recurring location in the stories of P. G. Wodehouse, is located in Dover Street, off Piccadilly. Named after the male member of a particular insect who does no work, living off the labour of others, it aptly describes the contemporary Edwardian stereotype of rich, idle young club members.  Just fill in the blank. 23
  • 76. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 23 DronesDrones
  • 77. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 24 Following the demolition of the Babri Masjid, there were many debates in Parliament regarding what to be done to diffuse tension among the two communities. One of the most popular suggestions came from a first time M.P. from Uttar Pradesh who suggested that a sweet shop be built at that disputed land which would sell only one particular type of sweet. Which sweet was that?
  • 78. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 24 Rabri (from Ram + Babri)Rabri (from Ram + Babri)
  • 79. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 25 After this public performance in July 2016, a person named Ullas from Delhi filed a police complaint against the lead performer in New Ashok Nagar Police Station for wrong pronunciation. Who was the performer?
  • 80. Quiz by SomnathQuiz by SomnathQurious (Prelims)Qurious (Prelims) Perception-2K17, CET-BBSRPerception-2K17, CET-BBSRI I 25 Sunny LeoneSunny Leone