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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

How did Ramanujan's mathematical talent come to light?

  1. He won a mathematics competition.

  2. He published a paper in a prestigious journal.

  3. He was discovered by a British mathematician.

  4. He sent his work to G. H. Hardy.
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In 1913, Ramanujan sent a letter to G. H. Hardy, a British mathematician, containing some of his mathematical discoveries. Hardy was impressed by Ramanujan's work and invited him to come to England to study.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the annual mathematics competition held in Ramanujan's honor?

  1. The Ramanujan Mathematics Competition

  2. The Srinivasa Ramanujan Mathematics Competition

  3. The International Ramanujan Mathematics Competition

  4. The Chennai Mathematics Competition
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The Ramanujan Mathematics Competition is an annual mathematics competition held in India. It is open to students from all over the world.

Multiple choice

What is the role of mathematics in M-Theory research?

  1. Mathematics provides the language and tools for formulating and studying M-Theory.

  2. Mathematical insights have led to significant breakthroughs in the development of M-Theory.

  3. M-Theory is purely a mathematical theory with no connection to the physical world.

  4. Mathematics is not relevant to M-Theory research.
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Mathematics plays a crucial role in M-Theory research. It provides the language and tools for formulating and studying the theory, and mathematical insights have led to significant breakthroughs in its development. M-Theory is a highly mathematical theory, and its exploration requires advanced mathematical techniques and concepts.

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society was founded in 1660 and is one of the oldest scientific societies in the world?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. London Mathematical Society
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The Royal Society was founded in 1660 and is the oldest scientific society in the world.

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society was founded in 1888 and is the largest mathematical society in the world?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. London Mathematical Society
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The American Mathematical Society was founded in 1888 and is the largest mathematical society in the world.

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society was founded in 1894 and is the second largest mathematical society in the world?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. London Mathematical Society
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The Mathematical Association of America was founded in 1894 and is the second largest mathematical society in the world.

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society was founded in 1865 and is the oldest mathematical society in the United Kingdom?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. London Mathematical Society
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The London Mathematical Society was founded in 1865 and is the oldest mathematical society in the United Kingdom.

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society was founded in 1872 and is the oldest mathematical society in France?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Société Mathématique de France
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The Société Mathématique de France was founded in 1872 and is the oldest mathematical society in France.

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society was founded in 1890 and is the oldest mathematical society in Germany?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Deutsche Mathematiker-Vereinigung
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The Deutsche Mathematiker-Vereinigung was founded in 1890 and is the oldest mathematical society in Germany.

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Which mathematical society was founded in 1884 and is the oldest mathematical society in Italy?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Unione Matematica Italiana
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The Unione Matematica Italiana was founded in 1884 and is the oldest mathematical society in Italy.

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society was founded in 1877 and is the oldest mathematical society in Japan?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Mathematical Society of Japan
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The Mathematical Society of Japan was founded in 1877 and is the oldest mathematical society in Japan.

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Which mathematical society was founded in 1867 and is the oldest mathematical society in Canada?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Canadian Mathematical Society
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The Canadian Mathematical Society was founded in 1867 and is the oldest mathematical society in Canada.

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Which mathematical society was founded in 1887 and is the oldest mathematical society in Australia?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Australian Mathematical Society
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The Australian Mathematical Society was founded in 1887 and is the oldest mathematical society in Australia.

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Which mathematical society was founded in 1920 and is the oldest mathematical society in India?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Indian Mathematical Society
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The Indian Mathematical Society was founded in 1920 and is the oldest mathematical society in India.

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Which mathematical society was founded in 1935 and is the oldest mathematical society in China?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Chinese Mathematical Society
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The Chinese Mathematical Society was founded in 1935 and is the oldest mathematical society in China.