Who is the first Indian to win the International Booker Prize? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Who is the first Indian to win the International Booker Prize?
A. Geetanjali Shree
B. Arundhati Roy
C. Vikram Seth
D. Salman Rushdie
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Geetanjali Shree won the International Booker Prize in 2022 for 'Tomb of Sand' (Ret Samadhi).

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The 'J. C. Bose Medal' is awarded by the Indian Science Congress for:
A. Physical sciences
B. All sciences
C. Life sciences
D. Plant sciences

Correct Answer: Option C


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J. C. Bose Medal is given for contributions to life sciences, particularly botany.

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Which of the following awards is given by the United Nations for work in the field of human rights?
A. UN Prize in the Field of Human Rights
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Correct Answer: Option A


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A. None of these
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Correct Answer: Option B


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