Politicians' Books — Set 6
Books & Authors · राजनेताओं की पुस्तकें · Questions 51–60 of 60
Which US President authored the book 'Dreams from My Father'?
Correct Answer: C. Barack Obama
Barack Obama wrote this memoir before his entry into national politics. It explores his family history and his search for his own identity in America. The book was republished and became a global success after his rise to political fame.
Who is the author of 'The Diary of a Young Girl', a widely read autobiographical account of the Holocaust?
Correct Answer: A. Anne Frank
Anne Frank wrote this diary while hiding from the Nazis in Amsterdam during World War II. It provides a deeply personal perspective on the human spirit under extreme circumstances. The diary was later published by her father, the only surviving member of the family.
Which leader wrote 'Long Walk to Freedom', chronicling his fight against apartheid?
Correct Answer: A. Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela's autobiography covers his early life, his years of activism, and his 27-year imprisonment. It concludes with his inauguration as the first black president of South Africa. The book is an international symbol of the struggle for human rights and equality.
Who authored the book 'Gitanjali', which won the Nobel Prize in Literature?
Correct Answer: B. Rabindranath Tagore
Rabindranath Tagore became the first Asian to win the Nobel Prize in 1913 for this collection of poems. He was a polymath who also composed the national anthems of India and Bangladesh. His works significantly reshaped Bengali literature and music.
Which former President of India wrote the inspiring autobiography 'Wings of Fire'?
Correct Answer: C. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam co-authored this book with Arun Tiwari. It tracks his journey from a modest background in Rameshwaram to leading India's space and missile programs. The book is one of the most popular motivational works in India.
The book 'Mein Kampf' (My Struggle) was authored by which political leader?
Correct Answer: C. Adolf Hitler
Adolf Hitler wrote this ideological manifesto while he was in prison in 1924. It outlines his political philosophy and his future plans for Germany. The book played a central role in the spread of Nazi ideology.
Who is the author of 'Waiting for a Visa', a short autobiographical account of untouchability?
Correct Answer: B. B.R. Ambedkar
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar wrote this collection of stories based on his own personal experiences with caste discrimination. It is used as a textbook at Columbia University to educate students about the caste system in India. The title refers to the various social 'visas' he was denied due to his background.
Which Mughal Emperor wrote 'Tuzuk-e-Jahangiri', his personal memoirs in Persian?
Correct Answer: B. Jahangir
Emperor Jahangir was a patron of art and nature, and his memoirs reflect his keen interest in these subjects. Unlike his grandfather's Baburnama, this was written in Persian, the official court language. It provides detailed descriptions of the administrative and social life of his time.
Who wrote 'I am Malala', describing the fight for girls' education under the Taliban?
Correct Answer: A. Malala Yousafzai
Malala Yousafzai co-authored this book after surviving an assassination attempt by the Taliban. She became the youngest-ever Nobel Peace Prize laureate in 2014. The book highlights her journey from Pakistan's Swat Valley to the global stage.
Which Indian leader authored 'The Indian Home Rule', another name for the book 'Hind Swaraj'?
Correct Answer: B. Mahatma Gandhi
Mahatma Gandhi wrote this book to define his concept of true self-rule and spiritual freedom. It serves as a critique of modern Western civilization and the industrial revolution. The book emphasizes the importance of passive resistance or soul-force.