First in India (Men) — Set 3
Famous People · भारत में प्रथम (पुरुष) · Questions 21–30 of 70
Who was the first Indian to win an Oscar (Academy Award) for Life Time Achievement?
Correct Answer: D. Satyajit Ray
Satyajit Ray was awarded an Honorary Oscar in 1992 for his legendary contribution to cinema. He is considered one of the greatest filmmakers of the 20th century. He received the award in Kolkata while on his hospital bed.
Who was the first Indian to reach the South Pole?
Correct Answer: A. Col. J.K. Bajaj
Colonel J.K. Bajaj reached the South Pole in 1989 as part of an international expedition. He was the first Indian to achieve this feat of polar exploration. He also served as the director of the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute.
Who was the first Field Marshal of India?
Correct Answer: D. S.H.F.J. Manekshaw
Sam Manekshaw was promoted to the rank of Field Marshal in January 1973. He was the Chief of the Army Staff during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971. His military career spanned four decades and five wars.
Who was the first Indian to receive the Param Vir Chakra?
Correct Answer: A. Major Somnath Sharma
Major Somnath Sharma was posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra for his bravery in the 1947 war. He belongs to the Kumaon Regiment and fought to protect the Srinagar airport. The Param Vir Chakra is India's highest military decoration.
Who was the first Indian to be the President of the UN General Assembly?
Correct Answer: C. Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit
Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit was elected as the first woman and first Indian President of the UN General Assembly in 1953. She was the sister of Jawaharlal Nehru and a prominent diplomat. This was a major recognition of India's role in global politics.
Who was the first Indian to become the Managing Director of the World Bank?
Correct Answer: D. Gautam Kazi
Gautam Kazi served as the Managing Director of the World Bank during the 1990s. He was one of the highest-ranking Indians in the history of international financial institutions. He contributed significantly to global development policies.
Who was the first Indian to win the World Billiards Trophy?
Correct Answer: C. Wilson Jones
Wilson Jones won the amateur World Billiards Championship in 1958. This was the first world title won by an Indian in any sport after independence. He was awarded the Padma Shri and the Arjuna Award.
Who was the first Indian to become the President of the International Court of Justice?
Correct Answer: D. Dr. Nagendra Singh
Dr. Nagendra Singh served as the President of the ICJ from 1985 to 1988. He was a distinguished jurist and administrator who served in various high-ranking positions in India. The ICJ is the principal judicial organ of the United Nations.
Who was the first Indian to reach the North Pole?
Correct Answer: C. Jagannathan Srinivasaraghavan
The correct answer is 'Jagannathan Srinivasaraghavan'. Sqn. Ldr. Sanjay Thapar was the first Indian to parachute onto the North Pole in 1971. Later, other Indians like Ajit Bajaj reached the pole via skiing. It remains a challenging destination for explorers worldwide.
Who was the first Indian to receive the Nishan-e-Pakistan, Pakistan's highest civilian award?
Correct Answer: D. Morarji Desai
Morarji Desai received the Nishan-e-Pakistan in 1990 for his efforts in improving bilateral ties. He is the only Indian to have received the highest civilian awards of both India and Pakistan. The award was presented to him in Mumbai.