Q41. Which famous Gujarati leader was known as the ‘Iron Man of India’?
a) Mahatma Gandhi
b) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
c) Morarji Desai
d) Dadabhai Naoroji
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Correct Answer: b) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Explanation: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, born in Nadiad, Gujarat, is known as the ‘Iron Man of India’ for his strong leadership and decisive role in the integration of princely states into independent India. As the first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister of India, Patel played a crucial role in unifying the country and establishing a strong administrative framework.
Q42. Which famous Gujarati leader was the first President of India?
a) Rajendra Prasad
b) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
c) Morarji Desai
d) Dadabhai Naoroji
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Correct Answer: a) Rajendra Prasad
Explanation: Dr. Rajendra Prasad, although not Gujarati, was the first President of India. He had significant interactions with Gujarati leaders like Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Patel during the freedom struggle. Dr. Prasad was a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress and played a key role in India’s independence movement.
Q43. Which famous Gujarati leader was the first woman President of the Indian National Congress?
a) Sarojini Naidu
b) Indira Gandhi
c) Vijayalakshmi Pandit
d) Anandiben Patel
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Correct Answer: a) Sarojini Naidu
Explanation: Sarojini Naidu, although born in Hyderabad, had significant ties to Gujarat through her political career and association with leaders like Mahatma Gandhi. She was the first woman President of the Indian National Congress and played a prominent role in India’s independence movement. Naidu was also a renowned poet and known as the ‘Nightingale of India.’
Q44. Which famous Gujarati leader was the first woman to become the Governor of an Indian state?
a) Sarojini Naidu
b) Indira Gandhi
c) Vijayalakshmi Pandit
d) Anandiben Patel
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Correct Answer: a) Sarojini Naidu
Explanation: Sarojini Naidu became the first woman Governor of an Indian state when she was appointed as the Governor of Uttar Pradesh in 1947. Although she was born in Hyderabad, her political career and association with Gujarati leaders like Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Patel were significant. Naidu was a prominent freedom fighter and a celebrated poet.
Q45. Which famous Gujarati leader was the first woman to become the Speaker of the Lok Sabha?
a) Meira Kumar
b) Sumitra Mahajan
c) Vijayalakshmi Pandit
d) Sarojini Naidu
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Correct Answer: c) Vijayalakshmi Pandit
Explanation: Vijayalakshmi Pandit, although not born in Gujarat, had significant interactions with Gujarati leaders like Mahatma Gandhi. She was the first woman to become the President of the United Nations General Assembly and also served as the Speaker of the Lok Sabha. Pandit was a prominent diplomat and politician in post-independence India.
Q46. Which famous Gujarati leader was the first woman to become the Chief Minister of Gujarat?
a) Anandiben Patel
b) Indira Gandhi
c) Sarojini Naidu
d) Vijay Rupani
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Correct Answer: a) Anandiben Patel
Explanation: Anandiben Patel became the first woman Chief Minister of Gujarat in 2014. She succeeded Narendra Modi after he became the Prime Minister of India. Anandiben Patel has had a long political career and has held various important positions in the state government, contributing significantly to Gujarat’s development.
Q47. Which famous Gujarati leader was the first woman to become the Governor of Gujarat?
a) Sarojini Naidu
b) Indira Gandhi
c) Kamla Beniwal
d) Anandiben Patel
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Correct Answer: c) Kamla Beniwal
Explanation: Kamla Beniwal was the first woman to become the Governor of Gujarat, serving from 2009 to 2014. Although she was born in Haryana, her appointment as Governor marked a significant milestone in Gujarat’s political history. Beniwal had a long career in public service and held various important positions in the Indian government.
Q48. Which famous Gujarati leader was the first woman to become the President of the United Nations General Assembly?
a) Sarojini Naidu
b) Indira Gandhi
c) Vijayalakshmi Pandit
d) Anandiben Patel
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Correct Answer: c) Vijayalakshmi Pandit
Explanation: Vijayalakshmi Pandit, although not born in Gujarat, had significant interactions with Gujarati leaders like Mahatma Gandhi. She was the first woman to become the President of the United Nations General Assembly in 1953. Pandit was a prominent diplomat and politician in post-independence India and played a key role in representing India on the global stage.
Q49. Which famous Gujarati leader was the first woman to become the Chief Minister of an Indian state?
a) Sarojini Naidu
b) Indira Gandhi
c) Sucheta Kriplani
d) Anandiben Patel
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Correct Answer: c) Sucheta Kriplani
Explanation: Sucheta Kriplani, although not born in Gujarat, had significant interactions with Gujarati leaders like Mahatma Gandhi. She was the first woman to become the Chief Minister of an Indian state, serving as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh from 1963 to 1967. Kriplani was a prominent freedom fighter and politician in post-independence India.
Q50. Which famous Gujarati leader was the first woman to become the Governor of an Indian state?
a) Sarojini Naidu
b) Indira Gandhi
c) Vijayalakshmi Pandit
d) Anandiben Patel
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Correct Answer: a) Sarojini Naidu
Explanation: Sarojini Naidu became the first woman Governor of an Indian state when she was appointed as the Governor of Uttar Pradesh in 1947. Although she was born in Hyderabad, her political career and association with Gujarati leaders like Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Patel were significant. Naidu was a prominent freedom fighter and a celebrated poet.