Leaders' Biographies — Set 4
Books & Authors · नेताओं की जीवनियां · Questions 31–40 of 60
'Playing It My Way' is the autobiography of which legendary cricketer?
Correct Answer: C. Sachin Tendulkar
Sachin Tendulkar is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of cricket. The book holds the record for the highest selling adult hardback in India. It details his professional and personal life.
Who authored the autobiography 'The Race of My Life'?
Correct Answer: A. Milkha Singh
Milkha Singh was a world-class sprinter known as the 'Flying Sikh'. He represented India in three Olympic Games and won several Asian Games gold medals. His life story was also adapted into a successful film.
'Unbreakable' is the autobiography of which Indian sports icon?
Correct Answer: D. Mary Kom
Mary Kom is a multi-time World Amateur Boxing champion. She won a bronze medal at the 2012 London Olympics. The book chronicles her struggle to balance motherhood and a sporting career.
'Ace Against Odds' is the autobiography of which tennis star?
Correct Answer: C. Sania Mirza
Sania Mirza was the first Indian woman to reach a world number one ranking in tennis doubles. The book discusses her journey through injury and public scrutiny. She has won several Grand Slam titles in her career.
Who wrote 'The Test of My Life' regarding his battle with cancer?
Correct Answer: A. Yuvraj Singh
Yuvraj Singh was a key player in India's 2011 World Cup victory. He was diagnosed with a rare germ cell cancer shortly after the tournament. The book details his recovery and return to professional cricket.
'Looking Back' is the autobiography of which Indian educational pioneer?
Correct Answer: D. Dhondu Keshav Karve
Maharishi Karve was a social reformer in the field of women's welfare in India. He was awarded the Bharat Ratna on his 100th birthday. He established the first university for women in India.
Who is the author of 'Prison Diary' written during the Emergency in India?
Correct Answer: D. Jayaprakash Narayan
Jayaprakash Narayan led the movement against the Emergency declared in 1975. He is fondly remembered as 'Lok Nayak'. His diary reflects his thoughts on democracy and non-violent struggle.
'My Reminiscences' is a collection of childhood memories by?
Correct Answer: B. Rabindranath Tagore
Rabindranath Tagore was the first non-European to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. He composed the national anthems of India and Bangladesh. The book describes his formative years in a creative family environment.
Which leader's life story is captured in 'My Life: An Autobiography'?
Correct Answer: A. Leon Trotsky
Leon Trotsky was a major figure in the Russian Revolution. He wrote this book during his exile from the Soviet Union. It provides a detailed account of the early years of the Soviet state.
The book 'The Story of My Experiments with Truth' was first published in which journal?
Correct Answer: C. Navajivan
Mahatma Gandhi's autobiography was serialized in his weekly journal, Navajivan. It was published in installments between 1925 and 1929. The English translation later appeared in Young India.