Which Indian economist won the Nobel Prize in Economics? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which Indian economist won the Nobel Prize in Economics?
A. Rangarajan
B. Amartya Sen
C. Manmohan Singh
D. Abhijit Banerjee
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Amartya Sen won the Nobel Prize in Economics in 1998. Abhijit Banerjee (Indian-born) won in 2019, but he is a US citizen; Sen is Indian citizen.

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Which of the following is the highest award given by the Sangeet Natak Akademi?
A. Bharat Ratna
B. Sangeet Natak Akademi Award
C. Kalidas Samman
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Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
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A. 1956
B. 1950
C. 1954
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Correct Answer: Option C


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A. Anna Hazare
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