Leaders' Biographies — Set 5
Books & Authors · नेताओं की जीवनियां · Questions 41–50 of 60
Who wrote 'Wings of Fire' with the assistance of Arun Tiwari?
Correct Answer: B. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was the first scientist to occupy the Rashtrapati Bhavan. Arun Tiwari assisted him in narrating his life journey. The book has been translated into over 13 languages.
'Dreams from My Father' was written by Barack Obama before he was elected to which office?
Correct Answer: A. US Senator
The correct answer is 'US Senator'. Barack Obama published this memoir in 1995 when he was starting his political career. He was later elected to the US Senate in 2004. He became the first African-American President of the US in 2008.
Which Indian Prime Minister's autobiography is titled 'The Story of My Life'?
Correct Answer: B. Morarji Desai
Morarji Desai served as the 4th Prime Minister of India. He was the first non-Congress leader to hold the office. He is the only Indian to be awarded both the Bharat Ratna and Nishan-e-Pakistan.
Who authored the book 'India Wins Freedom', often considered a political autobiography?
Correct Answer: B. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
Maulana Azad was the youngest President of the Indian National Congress. He was a staunch advocate of secularism and Hindu-Muslim unity. The book details his role in the freedom struggle and the tragedy of partition.
'Long Walk to Freedom' concludes with Nelson Mandela's inauguration in which year?
Correct Answer: B. 1994
The correct answer is '1994'. The book covers Mandela's life up until his historical inauguration as President. He was the first president elected in a fully representative democratic election in South Africa. He received the Bharat Ratna from India in 1990.
The book 'The Indian Struggle 1920–1942' was authored by?
Correct Answer: A. Subhash Chandra Bose
Subhash Chandra Bose was the founder of the Forward Bloc and the leader of the Azad Hind Fauj. He is popularly known as 'Netaji'. The book analyzes the strategies of the non-cooperation and civil disobedience movements.
Who wrote 'An Autobiography' while in various British Indian jails between 1934 and 1935?
Correct Answer: B. Jawaharlal Nehru
Jawaharlal Nehru spent over nine years in total in various prisons during the freedom struggle. This book helped him articulate his vision for a modern, democratic India. It is written in a very sophisticated and literary style.
The title 'Baburnama' refers to the autobiography of which emperor?
Correct Answer: C. Babur
Babur was the founder of the Mughal Empire in the Indian subcontinent. He wrote his memoirs in Chaghatai Turkic, his mother tongue. The book is highly valued for its detailed descriptions of nature and society.
'Tuzuk-e-Jahangiri' is the personal memoir of which Mughal ruler?
Correct Answer: B. Jahangir
Jahangir was the fourth Mughal Emperor and a great patron of the arts. He wrote his memoirs in Persian, the court language of the time. The book provides insights into his administrative policies and personal interests.
The autobiography of Adolf Hitler is titled?
Correct Answer: C. Mein Kampf
The correct answer is 'Mein Kampf'. Hitler dictated this book to Rudolf Hess while serving a sentence for treason. It is a key text for understanding the rise of the Nazi Party. The book became a bestseller in Germany after he came to power.