Autobiographies — Set 2
Famous People · आत्मकथाएं · Questions 11–20 of 60
Who wrote 'An Autobiography: Toward Freedom' while serving time in prison?
Correct Answer: C. Jawaharlal Nehru
Jawaharlal Nehru wrote this autobiography between 1934 and 1935 in various British jails. It reflects his personal life alongside the evolution of the Indian independence movement. The book establishes his vision for a modern and secular India.
The book 'Faster Than Lightning' is the autobiography of which athlete?
Correct Answer: D. Usain Bolt
Usain Bolt wrote this autobiography to detail his record-breaking sprinting career. It tracks his journey from rural Jamaica to winning multiple Olympic gold medals. Bolt currently holds the world records for the 100m and 200m sprints.
Which famous actress is the author of 'Unfinished'?
Correct Answer: A. Priyanka Chopra
Priyanka Chopra Jonas published this memoir in 2021. It covers her life as a child in India, her Miss World win, and her transition to Hollywood. The book became a New York Times Best Seller within days of its release.
'Sunny Days' is the autobiography of which legendary Indian cricketer?
Correct Answer: C. Sunil Gavaskar
Sunil Gavaskar wrote this book early in his career to share his cricketing experiences. It provides an account of the historic West Indies tour of 1971. Gavaskar was the first player to reach 10,000 runs in Test cricket.
Who wrote the autobiography titled 'The Diary of a Young Girl'?
Correct Answer: D. Anne Frank
Anne Frank wrote this diary while hiding from the Nazis in Amsterdam during World War II. It offers a poignant look at life in hiding and the hope of a young girl. It is one of the most widely read books in the world today.
Which Indian scientist and industrialist wrote 'My Life and Times'?
Correct Answer: A. V.V. Giri
V.V. Giri, the fourth President of India, wrote this autobiography to detail his public life. He was a prominent labor leader before moving into active national politics. The book serves as a historical record of the Indian labor movement.
The book 'I am Malala' is the autobiographical account of which Nobel laureate?
Correct Answer: C. Malala Yousafzai
Malala Yousafzai co-authored this book with Christina Lamb to share her fight for girls' education. It details the events leading up to her being shot by the Taliban and her subsequent activism. Malala is the youngest person ever to win a Nobel Prize.
Which former Prime Minister of India wrote the autobiography 'Matters of Discretion'?
Correct Answer: D. I.K. Gujral
Inder Kumar Gujral wrote this memoir to describe his political journey and India's foreign policy. It is particularly known for explaining the 'Gujral Doctrine' regarding neighborhood relations. He served as the 12th Prime Minister of India.
The book 'Open' is the brutally honest autobiography of which tennis player?
Correct Answer: A. Andre Agassi
Andre Agassi shared his complex relationship with tennis and his personal struggles in this book. It is widely praised for its raw honesty regarding his career highs and lows. Agassi won eight Grand Slam titles during his professional career.
Which Indian athlete wrote the autobiography 'Ace Against Odds'?
Correct Answer: C. Sania Mirza
Sania Mirza released this book to document her journey as India's most successful female tennis player. It chronicles her career challenges, injuries, and the controversies she faced. She was ranked as the world number one in women's doubles.