Politicians' Books — Set 2
Books & Authors · राजनेताओं की पुस्तकें · Questions 11–20 of 60
Who authored 'The Coalition Years', the third part of a trilogy reflecting on Indian politics?
Correct Answer: D. Pranab Mukherjee
• **Pranab Mukherjee** = authored 'The Coalition Years', the third part of a trilogy reflecting on Indian politics. • **2017** — the year this memoir, detailing his experiences in coalition governments, was published. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Mulayam Singh Yadav: known for his political career in Uttar Pradesh; Somnath Chatterjee: known for his role as Lok Sabha Speaker; Sharad Pawar: known for his long political career.
The book 'One Life is Not Enough' is the autobiography of which former Union Minister?
Correct Answer: C. Natwar Singh
• **Natwar Singh** = authored the autobiography 'One Life is Not Enough', sharing his career as a diplomat and senior politician. • **2014** — the year this revealing book, detailing his interactions with the Gandhi family, was published. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Ghulam Nabi Azad: known for his political career; Salman Khurshid: known for his legal and political roles; Digvijaya Singh: known for his political career.
Who is the author of 'Hard Choices', a memoir focusing on her tenure as US Secretary of State?
Correct Answer: D. Hillary Clinton
• **Hillary Clinton** = authored 'Hard Choices', a memoir focusing on her tenure as US Secretary of State. • **2014** — the year this memoir, discussing complex foreign policy decisions, was published. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Condoleezza Rice: wrote 'No Higher Honor'; Kamala Harris: wrote 'The Truths We Hold'; Madeleine Albright: wrote 'Madam Secretary'.
Which noted politician authored 'A Chequered Brilliance', a biography of V.K. Krishna Menon?
Correct Answer: D. Jairam Ramesh
• **Jairam Ramesh** = authored 'A Chequered Brilliance', a biography of V.K. Krishna Menon. • **2020** — the year this detailed biography won the Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay NIF Book Prize. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Shashi Tharoor: wrote 'An Era of Darkness'; Kapil Sibal: known for legal and political works; P. Chidambaram: known for economic and political commentaries.
Who wrote 'The Struggle in My Life', which was later expanded into a famous autobiography?
Correct Answer: D. Nelson Mandela
• **Nelson Mandela** = authored 'The Struggle in My Life', which compiled his early writings and experiences during the anti-apartheid struggle. • **1993** — the year he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his work in ending apartheid. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Martin Luther King Jr.: known for civil rights activism and 'Letter from Birmingham Jail'; Desmond Tutu: known for anti-apartheid activism; Kofi Annan: former UN Secretary-General.
The book 'Decision Points' is a memoir by which world leader?
Correct Answer: A. George W. Bush
• **George W. Bush** = 'Decision Points' is his memoir, detailing key decisions made during his presidency. • **9/11 attacks** — The book focuses on critical events like these and the decision to invade Iraq. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Nicolas Sarkozy: Former French President, wrote 'Testimony'; Vladimir Putin: Russian President, has not authored a memoir titled 'Decision Points'; Tony Blair: Former UK Prime Minister, wrote 'A Journey'.
Which former PM of India authored 'The Insider', a novel reflecting the realities of politics?
Correct Answer: D. P.V. Narasimha Rao
• **P.V. Narasimha Rao** = He authored 'The Insider', a semi-autobiographical novel exploring political realities. • **'Scholar Prime Minister'** — He was famously known by this title for his intellect and extensive knowledge. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Chandra Shekhar: Former PM, known for 'Chandra Shekhar: A Political Biography'; I.K. Gujral: Former PM, wrote 'Matters of Discretion'; Vishwanath Pratap Singh: Former PM, known for his focus on social justice.
Who wrote 'My Life', a bestselling autobiography released in 2004?
Correct Answer: C. Bill Clinton
• **Bill Clinton** = 'My Life' is his bestselling autobiography, released in **2004**. • **2004** — The year 'My Life' was released, quickly becoming one of the fastest-selling non-fiction books. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Jimmy Carter: Former US President, wrote 'An Hour Before Daylight'; George H.W. Bush: Former US President, wrote 'All the Best, George Bush'; Al Gore: Former US Vice President, known for 'An Inconvenient Truth'.
The book 'Matters of Discretion' is the autobiography of which former Indian Prime Minister?
Correct Answer: D. I.K. Gujral
• **I.K. Gujral** = 'Matters of Discretion' is the autobiography of this former Indian Prime Minister. • **'Gujral Doctrine'** — He is best remembered for this foreign policy approach that revolutionized India's relations with its neighbors. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: H.D. Deve Gowda: Former PM, known for his agrarian roots; Atal Bihari Vajpayee: Former PM, known for his poetry and political speeches; Manmohan Singh: Former PM, known for economic reforms and 'Changing India'.
Which politician wrote 'Lutyens' Maverick', an anecdotal account of his life in the power corridors?
Correct Answer: D. Jairam Ramesh
• **Jairam Ramesh** = He authored 'Lutyens' Maverick', a collection of his columns and experiences in government. • **Union Minister** — He has served as a Union Minister for Environment and Rural Development, gaining insights into governance. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Baijayant Panda: Former Member of Parliament, known for his political commentary; Dinesh Trivedi: Former Union Minister, known for his work in railways; Shashi Tharoor: Author of numerous books on Indian politics and history, like 'An Era of Darkness'.