General Awareness
Brand and Company Trivia
2,998 Questions
Brand and Company Trivia covers the history, founders, mascots, and acquisitions of major global corporations. These questions often feature in banking, SSC, and corporate quiz competitions. Practice these questions to improve your recall of business and marketing facts.
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Brand and Company Trivia Questions
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Ranbaxy
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Natco
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Glenmark
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Pfizer
B
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Explanation
During the 2009 H1N1 (swine flu) pandemic, Natco Pharma Ltd. of India launched Oseltamivir (generic Tamiflu) tablets. This was a significant public health response, as Natco became one of the first companies globally to launch a generic version of the antiviral drug used to treat swine flu.
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pepsi
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coca-cola
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fanta
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Dr pepper
D
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Dr Pepper was created in 1885 and first nationally introduced in 1904, making it the oldest major soft drink in America. Coca-Cola was invented in 1886, Pepsi in 1893, and Fanta in 1940 - all later than Dr Pepper.
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McDonald's
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Subway
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KFC
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White Castle
C
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Explanation
Colonel Harland Sanders founded Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) in 1952. His image and the 'Colonel' persona became iconic symbols of the fast-food chain. KFC's secret recipe of 11 herbs and spices is one of the most famous trade secrets in the food industry.
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Lipibalm
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lichibalm
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ichiban
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ichi
C
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Explanation
Joey appears in a Japanese commercial for a men's lipstick brand called 'Ichiban'. The word 'ichiban' means 'number one' or 'the best' in Japanese, which fits with the commercial's over-the-top presentation of Joey as a heartthrob.
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Reynolds
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ADD Gel
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Cello
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Parker
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TI Cycles
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Hero Cycles
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Avon Cycles
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BSA
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Hero Honda
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Bajaj
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Kinetic
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TVS
B
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Explanation
'Definitely male' was a tagline used by Bajaj Auto for their motorcycles, emphasizing masculine appeal and positioning their bikes as strong, powerful machines suited for men. This campaign was part of Bajaj's marketing in the Indian two-wheeler market.
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Professinal Couriers
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None of these
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Blue Dart
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DHL
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Joker
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Marie
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Britannia
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Dukes
C
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'Eat healthy think better' is Britannia Industries' famous tagline promoting their food products. The other options (Joker, Marie, Dukes) are not associated with this slogan.
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Uncle chips
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Lays
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Cheetos
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Bingo
B
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'No one can eat just one' is the iconic slogan of Lays potato chips, emphasizing their addictive taste. Uncle Chips, Cheetos, and Bingo are other snack brands but don't use this tagline.
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Tea
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Coffee
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Coca cola
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Pepsi
B
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Explanation
Coffee is widely considered the world's most popular non-alcoholic beverage. Global coffee consumption exceeds 2 billion cups daily. Tea is also very popular but coffee generally ranks higher in global consumption statistics.
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Colombia Tristar
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Walden Media
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20th Century Fox
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Walt Disney
C
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20th Century Fox produced the Die Hard franchise starring Bruce Willis as John McClane. Colombia Tristar (misspelled as 'Colombia'), Walden Media, and Walt Disney were not involved with this series.
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New line Cinema
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Colombia Tristar
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Dreamworks
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Walden Media
A
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Explanation
New Line Cinema produced the 2000 film 'Dungeons & Dragons.' Colombia Tristar, Dreamworks, and Walden Media were not the production companies for this film adaptation.
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Pixar
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Universal
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Walden Media
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Walt Disney
A
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Pixar Animation Studios produced the Toy Story films, starting with the original in 1995. Universal and Walden Media were not involved, and while Disney distributed Pixar films, Pixar is the creator.
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Nielsen
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Home Depot
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Target
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Walmart
B
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Explanation
Home Depot's famous slogan is 'You can do it. We can help.' This tagline emphasizes the company's commitment to empowering customers with home improvement projects while offering expert assistance. The other options are major retailers but this is not their slogan.