Gnosiomania-2016 at MNNIT, Allahabad

2. Rules
* 25 questions.
* Each question carries 1 mark.
* Star-marked questions (1, 5, 10, 15, 20 & 25) will be counted
to break the ties. If needed, Countback Method will be
considered.
* Every decision of the QM is final.

5. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
1
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)
How do we presently know Infotel Broadband Services
Limited (IBSL), the only firm to win broadband
spectrum in all 22 zones in India in the 4G auction?

6. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
2
“There’s no putting the genie back in the bottle,” says Dr.
Alastair Carruthers, named by The Observer as one of the
“50 men who really understand women.” The genie, he
mentioned is something he discovered alongwith his wife,
Jean in 1987.
What did they discover which is helping to change the
face of mankind immensely?
Biz-Tech Quiz

7. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
3
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)
Why photoshopped images like these are doing the
rounds in the recent times?

8. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
4
John Hendricks’ job as a work-study student at the
University of Alabama was to prepare catalogues of
documentaries that would help the Professors to take their
classes. He was waiting for someone to create a gateway
for his type of programmes but as nothing like that was
happening, he decided to take the plunge. His new
book, A Curious Discovery: An Entrepreneur’s Story,
describes his journey in the world of business.
What did he found in 1985?
(cover of the book – next slide)
Biz-Tech Quiz

9. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
4
Biz-Tech Quiz

10. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
5
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)
Following in the footsteps of Kim Kardashian, Ariana
Grande and Amber Rose, which controversial person has
launched this set of emojis?

11. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
6
The release of
this article
resulted in a
lot of jokes,
memes and
trolling in
social media.
Why it has
caused such a
reaction from
the fans?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

12. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
7
For which of his works, Donald Trump was awarded this
Star at the Hollywood Walk of Fame?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

13. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
8
The Chinese word for ‘millet’ became a household name
since 2011.
What is the good word?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

14. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
9
This Hyderabad based small
start-up recently became the first in
a certain respect and as a result of
that the employees, total 16 in no.,
are going to have a huge pay hike.
Put funda.
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

15. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
10
What is this ghazal doing in today’s quiz?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

16. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
11
Popular among Hollywood celebrities, it was also
mentioned in Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient
Express.
Identify the company from this ad.
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

17. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
12
F-1 boss Bernie Ecclestone was attacked by four men
outside his office in Central London in Nov, 2010. After he
had his four stitches removed, he requested one of the
official partners of F-1 to use his battered face in their
next ad campaign.
Which company used Ecclestone’s face for their print ads
in 2011?
(vis – next slide)
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

18. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
12
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

19. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
13
In 2005-06, a veg-restaurant opened in Delhi’s Fun
Republic cineplex. The variety of dishes and their
interesting prices ensure a decent footfall at the eatery.
‘Multan Ke Sultan Ki Tikdi’, the most costliest dish is
priced at Rs. 309. The dish named ‘Birmingham Surprise’
is ideally suited for the diners at a shoestring budget.
What is it’s price? Why it is priced so?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

20. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
14
Rolls Royce has paid tribute to which famous Indian
with this limited edition Ghost model?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

21. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
15
Amancio Ortega is presently the
richest person in Europe and the
richest person in the world,
according to Forbes, with an
estimated net worth of US$79.5
billion as of 10 September 2016.
He is mostly known for which
fashion brand that he initially
named Zorba after the classic
film Zorba the Greek?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

22. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
16
Amruta, an Assistant Vice-President in Axis Bank has
recently appeared on the New York Fashion Week,
promoting the cause of the girl empowerment.
Who is the more famous husband of this lady who once
appeared as a model of a local fashion brand?
(bigger vis – next slide)
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

23. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
16
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

24. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
17
Taking on a journey of inspiration through the world of art,
design and craft, what is the unique personalisation
service offered by Aston Martin to its customers, called?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

25. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
18
This bridge at
Pont-à-Mousson,
France was built
after the original
was destroyed
during WWII.
Where can you find
the earlier one till
today?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

26. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
19
As claimed by WSJ, the record-breaking stunt wasn’t
entirely unplanned. As part of its sponsorship deal with
ABC, Samsung and its media buying firm Starcom
MediaVest negotiated to have its latest gadget integrated
into the show. During rehearsals Samsung executives
trained the person behind this stunt on how to use that
particular gadget.
Which record-breaking stunt is being referred to?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

27. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
20
As revealed during the launch of the autobiography ‘Second
Innings’, ‘what’ reason was cited by Flintoff for this
particular dismissal?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

28. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
21
As part of a major image overhaul, which company has
unveiled a new logo and tagline – ‘Unbox Zindagi’, as it
seeks to position itself differently in the
hyper-competitive e-commerce business?
It’s logo will now be in vermello (a shade of red) instead of
the existing blue and red combination.
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

29. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
22
This particular ad titled ‘Duel’, recently released by Audi,
is inspired from which reallife duel?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

30. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
23
The model OQ-2 by the Radioplane Company was the
first mass-produced UAV in the USA. A follow-on
version, the OQ-3, became the most widely used target
aircraft during WWII.
Which employee of that company, then working as an
assembler at the Van Nuys Airport factory in the Los
Angeles, was said to be ‘discovered’ by a photographer
named David Conover?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

31. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
24
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)
Guardians of the Skies (GOTS) is a game freely available
on Android, Windows and iOS platforms for mobile. It
features various defence missions and covert operations
against a fictitious nation named ‘Zaruzia’.
Which organisation has launched this game?

32. Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
25
Which three-word phrase will appear next on screen?

35. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
1
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)
How do we presently know Infotel Broadband Services
Limited (IBSL), the only firm to win broadband
spectrum in all 22 zones in India in the 4G auction?

36. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
1
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)
JioJio

37. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
2
“There’s no putting the genie back in the bottle,” says Dr.
Alastair Carruthers, named by The Observer as one of the
“50 men who really understand women.” The genie, he
mentioned is something he discovered alongwith his wife,
Jean in 1987.
What did they discover which is helping to change the
face of mankind immensely?
Biz-Tech Quiz

38. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
2
Botox / Botulinum ToxinBotox / Botulinum Toxin
Biz-Tech Quiz

39. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
3
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)
Why photoshopped images like these are doing the
rounds in the recent times?

40. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
3
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)
No Jack in iPhone 7No Jack in iPhone 7

41. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
4
John Hendricks’ job as a work-study student at the
University of Alabama was to prepare catalogues of
documentaries that would help the Professors to take their
classes. He was waiting for someone to create a gateway
for his type of programmes but as nothing like that was
happening, he decided to take the plunge. His new
book, A Curious Discovery: An Entrepreneur’s Story,
describes his journey in the world of business.
What did he found in 1985?
(cover of the book – next slide)
Biz-Tech Quiz

42. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
4
Biz-Tech Quiz

43. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
4
Discovery ChannelDiscovery Channel
Biz-Tech Quiz

44. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
5
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)
Following in the footsteps of Kim Kardashian, Ariana
Grande and Amber Rose, which controversial person has
launched this set of emojis?

45. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
5
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)
Charlie SheenCharlie Sheen

46. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
6
The release of
this article
resulted in a
lot of jokes,
memes and
trolling in
social media.
Why it has
caused such a
reaction from
the fans?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

47. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
6
Deepika became Peedika PadukoneDeepika became Peedika Padukone
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

48. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
7
For which of his works, Donald Trump was awarded this
Star at the Hollywood Walk of Fame?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

49. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
7
The ApprenticeThe Apprentice
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

50. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
8
The Chinese word for ‘millet’ became a household name
since 2011.
What is the good word?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

51. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
8
XiaomiXiaomi
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

52. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
9
This Hyderabad based small
start-up recently became the first in
a certain respect and as a result of
that the employees, total 16 in no.,
are going to have a huge pay hike.
Put funda.
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

53. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
9
First Indian company acquired by AppleFirst Indian company acquired by Apple
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

54. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
10
What is this ghazal doing in today’s quiz?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

55. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
10
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

56. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
11
Popular among Hollywood celebrities, it was also
mentioned in Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient
Express.
Identify the company from this ad.
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

57. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
11
EvianEvian
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

58. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
12
F-1 boss Bernie Ecclestone was attacked by four men
outside his office in Central London in Nov, 2010. After he
had his four stitches removed, he requested one of the
official partners of F-1 to use his battered face in their
next ad campaign.
Which company used Ecclestone’s face for their print ads
in 2011?
(vis – next slide)
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

59. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
12
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

60. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
12
HublotHublot
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

61. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
13
In 2005-06, a veg-restaurant opened in Delhi’s Fun
Republic cineplex. The variety of dishes and their
interesting prices ensure a decent footfall at the eatery.
‘Multan Ke Sultan Ki Tikdi’, the most costliest dish is
priced at Rs. 309. The dish named ‘Birmingham Surprise’
is ideally suited for the diners at a shoestring budget.
What is it’s price? Why it is priced so?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

62. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
13
Price is Rs. 0 (zero) and named after Viru’sPrice is Rs. 0 (zero) and named after Viru’s
King’s Pair at Birmingham (2011)King’s Pair at Birmingham (2011)
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

63. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
14
Rolls Royce has paid tribute to which famous Indian
with this limited edition Ghost model?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

64. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
14
Tipu SultanTipu Sultan
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

65. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
15
Amancio Ortega is presently the
richest person in Europe and the
richest person in the world,
according to Forbes, with an
estimated net worth of US$79.5
billion as of 10 September 2016.
He is mostly known for which
fashion brand that he initially
named Zorba after the classic
film Zorba the Greek?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

66. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
15
ZaraZara
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

67. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
16
Amruta, an Assistant Vice-President in Axis Bank has
recently appeared on the New York Fashion Week,
promoting the cause of the girl empowerment.
Who is the more famous husband of this lady who once
appeared as a model of a local fashion brand?
(bigger vis – next slide)
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

68. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
16
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

69. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
16
Devendra Fadnavis (CM of Maharasthra)Devendra Fadnavis (CM of Maharasthra)
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

70. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
17
Taking on a journey of inspiration through the world of art,
design and craft, what is the unique personalisation
service offered by Aston Martin to its customers, called?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

71. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
17
QQ
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

72. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
18
This bridge at
Pont-à-Mousson,
France was built
after the original
was destroyed
during WWII.
Where can you find
the earlier one till
today?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

73. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
18
Logo of Saint GobainLogo of Saint Gobain
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

74. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
19
As claimed by WSJ, the record-breaking stunt wasn’t
entirely unplanned. As part of its sponsorship deal with
ABC, Samsung and its media buying firm Starcom
MediaVest negotiated to have its latest gadget integrated
into the show. During rehearsals Samsung executives
trained the person behind this stunt on how to use that
particular gadget.
Which record-breaking stunt is being referred to?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

75. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
19
The Oscar SelfieThe Oscar Selfie
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

76. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
20
As revealed during the launch of the autobiography ‘Second
Innings’, ‘what’ reason was cited by Flintoff for this
particular dismissal?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

77. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
20
ViagraViagra
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

78. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
21
As part of a major image overhaul, which company has
unveiled a new logo and tagline – ‘Unbox Zindagi’, as it
seeks to position itself differently in the
hyper-competitive e-commerce business?
It’s logo will now be in vermello (a shade of red) instead of
the existing blue and red combination.
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

79. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
21
SnapdealSnapdeal
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

80. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
22
This particular ad titled ‘Duel’, recently released by Audi,
is inspired from which reallife duel?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

81. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
22
Hillary-Trump fight for US PresidentHillary-Trump fight for US President
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

82. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
23
The model OQ-2 by the Radioplane Company was the
first mass-produced UAV in the USA. A follow-on
version, the OQ-3, became the most widely used target
aircraft during WWII.
Which employee of that company, then working as an
assembler at the Van Nuys Airport factory in the Los
Angeles, was said to be ‘discovered’ by a photographer
named David Conover?
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

83. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
23
Marilyn MonroeMarilyn Monroe
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)

84. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
24
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)
Guardians of the Skies (GOTS) is a game freely available
on Android, Windows and iOS platforms for mobile. It
features various defence missions and covert operations
against a fictitious nation named ‘Zaruzia’.
Which organisation has launched this game?

85. Quiz by SomnathI IGnosiomania - 2016
24
Biz-Tech Quiz (Prelims)
Indian Air ForceIndian Air Force

86. Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I IGnosiomania - 2016
25
Which three-word phrase will appear next on screen?

87. Quiz by SomnathIndia Quiz (Prelims) I I
25
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