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Mathematics Research and Institutions

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Test your general knowledge regarding the historical and administrative aspects of mathematics. This includes questions on professional mathematical societies, academic journals, and global research conferences. These topics occasionally appear in general awareness and current affairs sections.

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Mathematics Research and Institutions Questions

Multiple choice general knowledge

Nobel prize is given in all fields of academics except Maths. Why? [its believed to be so:)]

  1. Alfred Nobel was dropped out of school because he always failed in Maths

  2. Alfred nobel strongly believed there can be no new inventions in maths and its just a subject to do calculations.

  3. Alfred nobel's friend who was a Maths professor betrayed him in his business.

  4. Alfred Nobel's wife eloped with a Maths Professor
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D Correct answer
Multiple choice general knowledge

Unfortunately, there is lack of NOBEL prize in mathematics..(reason in extrashots)...So whats equivalent of nobel prize in mathematics???

  1. Cherans Medal

  2. Abel Prize

  3. Lesilie FoxPrize

  4. Adams Prize
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Abel Prize is considered the equivalent of the Nobel Prize in mathematics. It was established in 2001 and first awarded in 2003, named after Norwegian mathematician Niels Henrik Abel. The prize is awarded annually by the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters and is widely regarded as the most prestigious award in mathematics.

Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

In trigonometry cot 45 degree is equal to 1. What does cot stands for?

  1. Cotangent

  2. Cotton

  3. Collaborative

  4. Cotuition
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A Correct answer
Explanation

In trigonometry, cot is the abbreviation for cotangent, which is defined as the ratio of the adjacent side to the opposite side in a right triangle (cos/sin). The other options (cotton, collaborative, cotuition) are not trigonometric terms. Cot 45° = 1 because at 45°, the adjacent and opposite sides are equal.

Multiple choice

The Copley Medal is a scientific award given by the

  1. National Academy of Sciences

  2. Royal Society

  3. European Molecular Biology Organisation

  4. European Society for Evolutionary Biology

  5. French Academy of Sciences
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Option (2) is the correct answer.

Multiple choice physics learning how to measure measurement of area and volume measurement of volume measurement of area, volume and density

A rectangular vessel $ 1 m \times 0.6 m \times 0.5 m $ filled with maize grains. Treat the grains spheres of diameter 0.3 cm each.The number of grains in the vessel is the nearest to 

  1. $ 5 \times 10^7 $
  2. $ 1 \times 10^7 $
  3. $ 2 \times 10^7 $
  4. $ 2 \times 10^5 $
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Let n number of grains are in the vessel.

So, volume of cuboid vessel is equal to n times volume of spheres. i.e.

$ 1\times 0.6\times 0.5=n\left( \dfrac{4}{3}\times 3.14\times {{\left( \dfrac{3}{2000} \right)}^{3}} \right) $

$ 0.3=n\dfrac{4}{3}\times 3.14\times 3.375\times {{10}^{-9}} $

$ 0.3=n\times 14.13\times {{10}^{-9}} $

$ n=\dfrac{0.3}{14.13\times {{10}^{-9}}} $

$ n=0.021\times {{10}^{9}}\, $

$ n=2\times {{10}^{7}}$

Multiple choice history greater india promotion of indian culture and civilization trade between tamizhagam and rome education and cultural achievements

Who spread the Indian numeral Zero to the world?

  1. Chinese

  2. Romans

  3. Arabs

  4. Mughals
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Zero was invented by Indians. Once Zero was invented it transformed counting and Mathematics in a way that would change the World. This invention was spread to the world by Arabs. The Indians created a different symbol for every number for one to nine. They are today known as 'Arabic Numerals.'

Multiple choice maths ways to multiply and divide mental multiplication multiplication methods multiplication of numbers

Repeated addition of same number is called _________.

  1. Addition

  2. Subtraction

  3. Multiplication

  4. Division
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Repeated addition is also known as multiplication. If the same number is repeated then in short we can write that in the form of multiplication.
For example : $3+3+3+3+3$

Here $3$ is repeated $5$ times so in short we can write this addition as $3\times 5$ 

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society is credited with playing a pivotal role in the development of mathematics in India?

  1. The Indian Mathematical Society

  2. The Ramanujan Mathematical Society

  3. The Calcutta Mathematical Society

  4. The Madras Mathematical Society
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian Mathematical Society (IMS), founded in 1907, is the oldest and most prominent mathematical society in India. It has been instrumental in promoting mathematical research, organizing conferences and workshops, and publishing mathematical journals.

Multiple choice

What was the primary objective of the Indian Mathematical Society (IMS) when it was established?

  1. To promote mathematical research in India

  2. To provide financial assistance to mathematicians

  3. To establish a national library of mathematical books

  4. To organize international mathematical conferences
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The main goal of the IMS was to foster mathematical research in India and create a platform for mathematicians to share their work and collaborate on new ideas.

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society is known for organizing the prestigious annual Ramanujan Prize?

  1. The Indian Mathematical Society

  2. The Ramanujan Mathematical Society

  3. The Calcutta Mathematical Society

  4. The Madras Mathematical Society
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Ramanujan Mathematical Society (RMS), founded in 1985, is responsible for organizing the annual Ramanujan Prize, which recognizes outstanding contributions to mathematics by young mathematicians in India.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the mathematical society that publishes the renowned journal 'The Journal of the Indian Mathematical Society'?

  1. The Indian Mathematical Society

  2. The Ramanujan Mathematical Society

  3. The Calcutta Mathematical Society

  4. The Madras Mathematical Society
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian Mathematical Society publishes the 'Journal of the Indian Mathematical Society', which is a leading mathematical journal in India and showcases research articles from mathematicians worldwide.