general knowledge Online Quiz - 2929

Ajay Bhatt, an Indian-American computer architect at Intel, was the co-inventor of the USB (Universal Serial Bus) in the 1990s. His team developed this universal connectivity standard that replaced multiple port types.

C. Rajagopalachari, Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, and Sir M. Visvesvaraya were among the first recipients of India's highest civilian award, the Bharat Ratna, established in 1954. They received it in 1954 along with C.V. Raman.

Field Marshalls in the Indian Army hold a rank that is for life and do not have a fixed retirement age. They remain on the active list as serving officers until their death.

Allahabad was renamed by Mughal Emperor Akbar from 'Ilahabas' to reflect the religion he followed (Din-i-Ilahi, a syncretic religion). The name Allahabad means 'Abode of God' in Persian.

The blue whale produces the loudest sound of any living animal - its low-frequency pulses can reach up to 188 decibels and be detected hundreds of miles away. Dinosaurs are extinct; hyenas are loud but not the loudest; humans are relatively quiet.

Honey is indeed the only food that never spoils when properly stored. Archaeologists have found edible honey in ancient Egyptian tombs. Its low moisture content, acidic pH, and hydrogen peroxide-producing enzymes create an inhospitable environment for bacteria and microorganisms. Pure honey can remain edible indefinitely.

Snails can hibernate for extended periods, and some species can sleep (remain dormant) for up to 3 years. This adaptation allows them to survive unfavorable conditions like drought or extreme temperatures. The 3-year figure is widely cited in trivia sources.

The statement that all polar bears are right-handed is a popular myth without scientific backing. While some observational reports suggest handedness in individual bears, there is no conclusive evidence that all polar bears prefer one paw.

Butterflies possess taste receptors (chemoreceptors) located on their feet (tarsi). When they land on plants, they can 'taste' them to determine if the plant is suitable for feeding or egg-laying, which is why feet is the correct answer.

The brain itself contains no pain receptors (nociceptors). While the brain perceives pain from the rest of the body, brain tissue cannot feel pain directly. This is why some brain surgeries can be performed on awake patients.

Bulls are actually colorblind to red. They charge at the movement of the matador's cape, not its color. This is a widespread myth - the color red has no special effect on bulls, which is why option A is correct.

This is a famous dialogue from the Bollywood comedy film 'Andaaz Apna Apna' (1994), starring Aamir Khan and Salman Khan. The line is memorable and iconic in Indian pop culture.

Studies have shown a link between periodontal (gum) disease and cardiovascular disease. Regular brushing and good oral hygiene may reduce inflammation markers associated with heart disease risk, though the evidence is not yet conclusive.

This is a classic Hindi film song from the 1970 movie 'Safar' starring Rajesh Khanna and Sharmila Tagore. The song 'Jo Tumko Ho Pasand Wahi Baat Kahenge' was sung by Mukesh and composed by Kalyanji-Anandji. The other options are also film titles but not the source of this particular song lyric.