General Awareness
Brand and Company Trivia
2,803 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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Topaz
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Gillette
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SuperMax
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None of these
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Topaz, an Indian razor blade brand, used the tagline "The national blade with international edge" to position itself as a quality domestic product competing with international brands like Gillette. The punchline emphasizes patriotism meeting global standards. Gillette, SuperMax are competitors but don't use this specific tagline.
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music
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entertainment
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tyres
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computers
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Bridgestone is a Japanese multinational corporation primarily known for manufacturing tyres and rubber products. It is one of the world's largest tyre manufacturers. The company is not associated with music, entertainment, or computers - these are completely different sectors.
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Blaze
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Platina
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Saffire
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Bravo
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Bajaj Auto produces several motorcycle models including Platina, Saffire, and Bravo. 'Blaze' is NOT a Bajaj product - it was a motorcycle model from TVS (another Indian manufacturer). The question asks which is NOT a Bajaj product, so 'Blaze' (Option A) is correct.
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Emami
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Dabur
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MDH
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Multan Pharmacy
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Nirog is an ayurvedic toothpowder brand owned by Emami, a leading Indian FMCG company. Dabur and MDH are also Indian consumer goods companies but do not own this brand. Multan Pharmacy is a different company.
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Explanation
Marico, an Indian multinational consumer goods company, acquired Hair Code, an Egyptian hair care brand, as part of its international expansion. Saralee (now Sara Lee), HLL (Hindustan Lever), and Emami are not the owners.
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Balsara
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Dabur
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Boots Healthcare
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Torrent
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Boots Healthcare was the original owner of Strepsils (throat lozenges), Clearasil (skincare), and Sweetex (sweetener) brands before they were acquired by Reckitt Benckiser. This is a factual question about historical brand ownership in the healthcare and consumer goods sector.
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P&G
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Johnson & Johnson
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HLL
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Centex
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Pampers is owned by Procter & Gamble (P&G), one of the world's largest consumer goods companies. Johnson & Johnson produces baby products but not Pampers, HLL (Hindustan Lever) is now Hindustan Unilever, and Centex is not related to diapers.
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Infiniti
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Wal-Mart
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Spinach
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TESCO
D
Correct answer
Explanation
TESCO is the largest retail giant in the UK, operating thousands of stores across Britain and internationally. Wal-Mart is American, and Infiniti and Spinach are not major UK retail chains.
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Berger Paints
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Jenson Nicholson
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Indian Chemical Industries
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None of these
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Galaxy glow-in-the-dark paint is from Berger Paints. Berger Paints has offered specialty paints including luminous/glow-in-the-dark varieties under different product lines. Jenson Nicholson was acquired by Berger, and Indian Chemical Industries is a different entity.
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newspaper
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cosmetics
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airlines
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photo goods
D
Correct answer
Explanation
AGFA is a German company historically known for photographic equipment, film, and imaging products. The name originally stood for 'Actien-Gesellschaft für Anilin-Fabrikation' and they became famous for cameras, film, and photo processing supplies. They were not involved in newspapers, cosmetics, or airlines.
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Mohan Meakins
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SAB Miller
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United Breweries
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Kedia Khaitan
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Golden Eagle was a beer brand owned by Mohan Meakins Breweries. United Breweries owns Kingfisher, SAB Miller is a different brewing company, and Kedia Khaitan is not associated with Golden Eagle. The brand was eventually acquired by United Breweries.
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Bacardi Martini India
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Kedia Distillery
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United Breweries
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SAB Miller
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Breezer is indeed a product of Bacardi Martini India, part of the global Bacardi spirits company known for rum-based beverages.
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ITC
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Godfrey Phillips
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Vzair Sultan Tobacco Co.
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Golden Tobacco Co.
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Force 10 is indeed a cigarette brand from Godfrey Phillips India, a joint venture between Godfrey Phillips UK and K.K. Modi.
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Levi's
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Allen Solly
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Addidas
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Van Huesan
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Allen Solly, a British clothing brand, was established in 1744 in Nottingham as a hosiery business. The company evolved into formal and casual wear, now owned by Madura Fashion & Lifestyle in India. This heritage date is prominently featured in their branding to emphasize their long history in textile manufacturing.