General Knowledge: World & India

Charles Babbage is widely regarded as the 'father of the computer' for designing the Analytical Engine in the 1830s, which contained fundamental concepts of modern computers. Bill Gates is a Microsoft founder, 'franglin' appears to be a typo for Franklin (likely Benjamin Franklin, unrelated), and Ambani is a business magnate.

Muhammad Ali Jinnah was the first Governor-General of Pakistan, serving from 1947 until his death in 1948. He was also Pakistan's first President of the Constituent Assembly. Liaqat Ali Khan was the first Prime Minister, Allama Iqbal was a philosopher-poet who conceived the idea of Pakistan, and Sir Aga Khan was a religious leader.

Orissa (now officially Odisha) is traditionally known as the 'Land of Gods' or 'Land of Temples' due to its numerous ancient Hindu temples, including the Jagannath Temple in Puri and the Konark Sun Temple. The state has a rich temple architecture tradition dating back over a thousand years.

Rafflesia arnoldii produces the largest individual flower among all flowering plants, growing up to 1 meter in diameter and weighing up to 11 kilograms. It is a parasitic plant found in Southeast Asian rainforests.

The 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup featured 14 teams, including 10 Test-playing nations and 4 associate members who qualified through the ICC World Cup Qualifier.

Taj Mahal is located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, on the southern bank of the Yamuna River. It was built between 1632 and 1653 by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his wife Mumtaz Mahal.

Sheikh Hasina, the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, received the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development in 2010 for her leadership and commitment to democratic values and development.

The Colosseum (Colosseo) is located in Rome, Italy. It's the largest ancient amphitheater ever built and a symbol of the Roman Empire's engineering prowess, constructed between 70-80 AD.

The Great Hornbill (Malayalam: 'Vezhambal') is the state bird of Kerala. It's a large bird distinctive for its massive bill and casque, found in the Western Ghats rainforests.

Sirimavo Bandaranaike of Sri Lanka became the world's first female prime minister when she took office on July 21, 1960. She served three terms as PM and was a prominent figure in South Asian politics.

India won the first ICC World Twenty20 in 2007, defeating Pakistan in the final. The tournament was held in South Africa and marked the beginning of the T20 World Cup legacy.

The Golden Wattle (Acacia pycnantha) is Australia's national flower, officially adopted in 1988. It's a symbol of unity, resilience, and the green and gold colors representing Australia.

The tulip is widely recognized as Hungary's national flower. Tulips have special cultural significance in Hungarian history and gardening traditions, though other European nations also claim this flower.

The rose (specifically the Damask rose) is Iraq's national flower. The country has a long tradition of rose cultivation, particularly in regions like Mosul and Karbala, known for rose production.

The hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) was declared Malaysia's national flower in 1960, known locally as 'Bunga Raya.' It symbolizes courage and life, and is widely recognized as Malaysia's floral emblem. The other options are national flowers of different countries: Shamrock (Ireland) and King Protea (South Africa).

Chamomile (often called daisy in English) is Russia's national flower, representing the country's vast agricultural landscapes. These small white and yellow wildflowers are ubiquitous across Russian fields and hold cultural significance. The other options represent different flowers: Cyclamen (Mediterranean), Blue Cornflower (Germany), and Ginger lily (tropical regions).

Red clover (Trifolium pratense) is Denmark's national flower, symbolizing the country's agricultural heritage. This resilient three-leafed flowering plant thrives in Denmark's grasslands and farmlands. The other options belong to different nations: Calla (not a national symbol), Shamrock (Ireland), and Oxeye Daisy (no specific country).

The chrysanthemum, known as 'kiku' in Japanese, is Japan's national flower and the symbol of the Imperial Family. It represents longevity and rejuvenation in Japanese culture, and is featured prominently on the imperial crest. The other options include flowers from different contexts: Poppy or White Lily (not Japan's national flower), Traveler's tree (Madagascar), and Dahlia (Mexico).

The white water lily (Nymphaea nouchali) is Bangladesh's national flower, known locally as 'Shapla.' It grows abundantly in the country's rivers, ponds, and wetlands, representing natural beauty and purity. The other options represent different countries: Twinflower (Sweden), Narcissus (Wales), and Blue-eyed grass (North America).