General Knowledge Quiz: Movies, Literature & Brands

Fair & Lovely (now called Glow & Lovely) is a skin cream brand owned by Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL). ITC, Wipro, and P&G are other major companies but do not own this particular brand.

Westside is a retail fashion chain owned by Tata Group, specifically under Trent Limited (a Tata enterprise). ITC, Reliance, Aditya Birla, and Future Group are other major Indian conglomerates but do not own Westside.

Aquafina is a drinking water brand owned by PepsiCo. Coca-Cola, Parle, and Wipro are other beverage/companies but do not own Aquafina - Coca-Cola's water brand is Kinley.

Among handshake types, 'Wet Fish' is a recognized term for a weak, limp handshake. 'Masonik' appears to refer to Masonic handshakes. However, 'Klinton' is unclear - this may be a misspelling of 'Clinton' or an obscure reference. Zibu and Liberty are not recognized handshake types.

According to Nobel Foundation statutes, a Nobel Prize can be awarded to no more than three individuals in the same category in the same year. This rule has been in place since the Nobel Prizes were established and remains in effect.

'Wings of Fire' is the autobiography of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, covering his life from childhood to his role in India's missile program and presidency. A.Y. Tipnis and K. Kasturirangan were scientists but did not author this book. Vajpayee was a Prime Minister, not this book's author.

The White Tiger (2008) is a novel by Arvind Adiga that won the Booker Prize. It's a satire on India's class struggle and economic transformation.

The Interpreter of Maladies (1999) is a collection of short stories by Jhumpa Lahiri that won the Pulitzer Prize. Note: spelling in option is 'Leheri' instead of 'Lahiri'.

Midnight's Children (1981) is Salman Rushdie's most famous novel about India's independence and partition. It won the Booker Prize and the Booker of Bookers.

Malgudi Days is a collection of short stories by R.K. Narayan set in the fictional town of Malgudi. It was also adapted into a popular television series.

Thomas Friedman wrote 'The World is Flat' (2005) about globalization in the 21st century. The title is a metaphor for how technology leveled the global playing field. Nandan Nilekani (co-founder of Infosys) is prominently featured in the book discussing India's role.

Amitabh Bachchan's acting debut was in 'Saat Hindustani' (1969), directed by Khwaja Ahmad Abbas. Though it wasn't a commercial success, it earned him his first National Film Award. 'Anand' (1971) and 'Zanjeer' (1973) came later and established his superstardom.

Jay Van Andel co-founded Amway with Rich DeVos in 1959 and wrote 'An Enterprising Life' as his autobiography. The book chronicles his journey from childhood to building a global direct-selling empire. Sam Walton founded Walmart and wrote his own autobiography.

Norman Vincent Peale wrote 'The Power of Positive Thinking' (1952), a seminal self-help book advocating that faith and optimism can overcome obstacles. Napoleon Hill wrote 'Think and Grow Rich', Rhonda Byrne wrote 'The Secret' much later.

Dharmendra's debut film was 'Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere' (1960), a romantic drama. Though the film wasn't a major hit, it launched his career. 'Sholay' (1975) made him an icon as the lovable rogue Veeru. 'Seeta Aur Geeta' (1972) was a major success but not his debut.

Arnold Schwarzenegger played the villain T-800 in the original 'The Terminator' (1984), a ruthless killing machine sent to assassinate Sarah Connor. In sequels, he reappeared as the same model but was reprogrammed as a protector, not a villain.

Rocky Balboa's favorite boxer was Rocky Marciano, the real-life heavyweight champion known for his undefeated record (49-0). Joe Louis (A) and Muhammad Ali (C) were also legendary boxers, and Tyson (D) came later, but Marciano was explicitly referenced in the films as Rocky's idol.

This quote is from A Beautiful Mind (2001), where John Nash (Russell Crowe) speaks to his roommate in a scene showing his social awkwardness and brilliance. Happy Feet (A), Quantum of Solace (C), and Hook (D) are unrelated films.

This quote is from Catch Me If You Can (2002), spoken by Frank Abagnale Jr. (Leonardo DiCaprio) about trying to live honestly. Valkyrie (A), Pretty Woman (B), and Pirate Radio (D) are unrelated films.