Nobel Laureates — Set 6
Famous People · नोबेल पुरस्कार विजेता · Questions 51–60 of 60
The Nobel Prize was named after Alfred Nobel, who invented which 'Gems' substance?
Correct Answer: B. Dynamite
Alfred Nobel invented dynamite in 1867, which brought him a massive fortune. He left the majority of his wealth in his will to establish the Nobel Prizes. He was a Swedish chemist, engineer, and philanthropist.
Which 'Gems' category was the only Nobel Prize NOT mentioned in Alfred Nobel's will?
Correct Answer: B. Economics
The correct answer is 'Economics'. The Economic Sciences prize was added in 1968 by the central bank of Sweden. The original will of 1895 only included Physics, Chemistry, Medicine, Literature, and Peace. It is awarded alongside the other categories every December.
In which 'Gems' year was the first set of Nobel Prizes awarded?
Correct Answer: A. 1901
The first Nobel Prizes were handed out in 1901, five years after Alfred Nobel's death. The ceremony takes place annually on December 10, the anniversary of his passing. Since then, the prizes have become the most prestigious awards in their respective fields.
Who is the first 'Gems' woman to win a Nobel Prize?
Correct Answer: B. Marie Curie
Marie Curie was the first woman to win the prize in 1903 (Physics) and later became the first person to win twice. She is an inspiration for women in science worldwide. She shared her first prize with her husband Pierre Curie.
Which 'Gems' Nobel Prize is awarded in Oslo, Norway?
Correct Answer: B. Peace
While all other prizes are awarded in Stockholm, the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony is held in Oslo. This arrangement was specified by Alfred Nobel in his will. The reason for this distinction remains a subject of historical debate.
Who is the 'Gems' laureate who won the 1921 Nobel Prize for the photoelectric effect?
Correct Answer: B. Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein was awarded the prize for his services to theoretical physics and the discovery of the photoelectric effect. This work proved that light acts as both a wave and a particle. He is arguably the most famous scientist of the 20th century.
Which 'Gems' organization has won the Nobel Peace Prize three times?
Correct Answer: A. Red Cross (ICRC)
The International Committee of the Red Cross received the prize in 1917, 1944, and 1963. It is the most decorated entity in Nobel history. The awards recognized its humanitarian services during the two World Wars and beyond.
Who is the 'Gems' youngest-ever Nobel laureate?
Correct Answer: B. Malala Yousafzai
Malala Yousafzai won the Nobel Peace Prize at the age of 17 in 2014. She is a Pakistani activist who fought for girls' right to education. She survived an attack by the Taliban and became a global symbol for human rights.
Which 'Gems' scientist won the Nobel Prize in Physics twice for transistors and superconductivity?
Correct Answer: B. John Bardeen
John Bardeen is the only person to win the Nobel Prize in Physics twice. His first win was in 1956 for the transistor and the second in 1972 for the BCS theory. He was a brilliant American physicist and electrical engineer.
Who is the 'Gems' author of the poem collection 'Gitanjali' that won the Nobel Prize?
Correct Answer: B. Rabindranath Tagore
Rabindranath Tagore was the first Indian to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913. His work 'Gitanjali' (Song Offerings) became world-famous for its spiritual and artistic depth. He was a polymath who reshaped Bengali literature and music.