Nicknames & Titles — Set 7
Famous People · उपनाम और उपाधियां · Questions 61–70 of 80
Which leader is popularly known as 'Netaji'?
Correct Answer: B. Subhas Chandra Bose
Subhas Chandra Bose was given the title 'Netaji' by Indian soldiers in Germany. He led the Indian National Army (INA) to fight for India's independence from British rule. His energetic leadership remains an inspiration to millions.
Who is known as the 'Iron Man of India'?
Correct Answer: A. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Sardar Patel earned this title for his resolute role in integrating the princely states into the Indian Union. He was India's first Home Minister and Deputy Prime Minister. The world's tallest statue, the Statue of Unity, is dedicated to him.
Which famous personality is known as 'Gurudev'?
Correct Answer: A. Rabindranath Tagore
Rabindranath Tagore was given the title 'Gurudev' by Mahatma Gandhi as a mark of respect. He was a polymath who reshaped Bengali literature and music. He was the first Indian to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature.
Who is referred to as 'Chacha' in India?
Correct Answer: B. Jawaharlal Nehru
Jawaharlal Nehru was fondly called 'Chacha Nehru' by children because of his deep affection for them. He was the first Prime Minister of independent India. His birthday, November 14, is celebrated as Children's Day in the country.
Who is known as the 'Nightingale of India'?
Correct Answer: B. Sarojini Naidu
Sarojini Naidu was given this title due to the melodic nature of her poetry. She was a prominent freedom fighter and the first Indian woman to become the Governor of an Indian state. She was also a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi.
Who is called 'Lokmanya'?
Correct Answer: B. Bal Gangadhar Tilak
Bal Gangadhar Tilak was conferred with the title 'Lokmanya', which means 'accepted by the people as their leader'. He was one of the prime leaders of the Indian independence movement. He famously said, 'Swaraj is my birthright, and I shall have it!'
Which leader is known as 'Punjab Kesari'?
Correct Answer: A. Lala Lajpat Rai
Lala Lajpat Rai was known as 'Punjab Kesari', meaning the 'Lion of Punjab'. He was a part of the famous Lal-Bal-Pal trio. He played a pivotal role in the protest against the Simon Commission.
Who is known as the 'Father of the Nation' in India?
Correct Answer: B. Mahatma Gandhi
Mahatma Gandhi is widely recognized as the Father of the Nation. Subhas Chandra Bose was the first to address him by this title in a radio speech from Singapore in 1944. He led the non-violent struggle for India's independence.
Who is known as 'Babasaheb'?
Correct Answer: B. B.R. Ambedkar
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar is respectfully called 'Babasaheb' by his followers and the nation. He was the main architect of the Indian Constitution and fought for the rights of the marginalized. He served as the first Law Minister of India.
Who is known as 'Frontier Gandhi'?
Correct Answer: B. Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan
Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan was known as Frontier Gandhi because of his adherence to non-violence in the Northwest Frontier. He founded the Khudai Khidmatgar movement. He was the first non-Indian to receive the Bharat Ratna.