Nicknames & Titles — Set 8
Famous People · उपनाम और उपाधियां · Questions 71–80 of 80
Who is called the 'Grand Old Man of India'?
Correct Answer: A. Dadabhai Naoroji
Dadabhai Naoroji earned this title for his lifelong dedication to India's cause. He was the first Indian to become a member of the British Parliament. He authored the book 'Poverty and Un-British Rule in India'.
Which leader is referred to as 'Deshbandhu'?
Correct Answer: B. Chittaranjan Das
Chittaranjan Das was given the title 'Deshbandhu', meaning 'Friend of the Nation'. He was a famous lawyer and founded the Swaraj Party. He was the political guru of Subhas Chandra Bose.
Who is known as 'Deenbandhu'?
Correct Answer: B. C.F. Andrews
Charles Freer Andrews was titled 'Deenbandhu', meaning 'Friend of the Poor'. He was a British missionary who worked closely with Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore. He campaigned against the unfair treatment of Indian laborers.
Who is known as the 'Missile Man of India'?
Correct Answer: B. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was called the 'Missile Man' for his work on the development of ballistic missile technology. He also served as the 11th President of India. He played a key role in the Pokhran-II nuclear tests.
Which sports personality is known as 'The Magician of Hockey'?
Correct Answer: A. Dhyan Chand
Major Dhyan Chand was known for his extraordinary ball control and goal-scoring ability. He led India to three consecutive Olympic gold medals in 1928, 1932, and 1936. His birthday is celebrated as National Sports Day in India.
Who is called 'Loknayak'?
Correct Answer: B. Jayaprakash Narayan
Jayaprakash Narayan is famously known as 'Loknayak' or 'People's Leader'. He led the movement against the Emergency in 1975. He was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna in 1999.
Who is known as 'The Nightingale of Bollywood'?
Correct Answer: B. Lata Mangeshkar
Lata Mangeshkar was widely known as the 'Nightingale of Bollywood' for her melodious voice. She sang playback songs for thousands of Indian films. She received the Bharat Ratna in 2001.
Which personality is known as 'Mahamana'?
Correct Answer: B. Madan Mohan Malaviya
Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya was given the title 'Mahamana' by Mahatma Gandhi. He founded the Banaras Hindu University in 1916. He was a great scholar and freedom fighter.
Which Indian athlete is popularly known as 'Dhing Express' for her extraordinary sprinting speed?
Correct Answer: A. Hima Das
Hima Das from Assam is known as the 'Dhing Express' — named after her home village of Dhing. She became the first Indian woman to win gold in a track event at the IAAF World U20 Championships in 2018, running 400m in 51.46 seconds.
Which Mughal emperor is known by the title 'Zinda Pir' (Living Saint) for his strictly religious life?
Correct Answer: A. Aurangzeb
Aurangzeb, the sixth Mughal emperor, was known as 'Zinda Pir' (Living Saint) because of his austere and strictly pious lifestyle. He led a simple life, wore plain clothes, and supported himself by copying the Quran and making caps.