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WorksheetsTeachers' Day 2024 Quiz from DBSSS, Doomdooma, Tinsukia, Assam
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
What is the significance of September 5th in India, leading to the celebration of Teacher’s Day?
It marks the birth anniversary of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
It commemorates the formation of the Indian Constitution.
It is the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.
It honors the day Mahatma Gandhi started his Dandi March.
What is the International date for celebrating Teacher’s Day?
July 5th
September 5th
August 5th
October 5th
In 1962, when Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was honored with the Bharat Ratna, he made a significant statement. What did he say about the celebration of his birthday?
He requested people to dedicate the day to teachers and their role in society.
He asked for a grand celebration in his honor.
He asked for a holiday on his birthday.
He declined the honor.
The UNESCO recognizes World Teachers’ Day on October 5th each year. What is the theme for World Teachers’ Day in 2024?
“The transformation of education begins with teachers”
"Valuing teacher voices: Towards a new social contract for education."
“Teachers at the heart of education recovery”
“Teachers: Leading in crisis, re-imagining the future”.
Which Indian state was the first to introduce Teacher’s Day in 1953, even before it became a nationwide celebration?
Tamil Nadu
Kerala
Andra Pradesh
Karnataka
Who is known as the “Missile Man of India” and was a renowned educator, scientist, and the 11th President of India?
Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
Dr. Homi J. Bhabha
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Dr. C.V. Raman
Which famous Indian leader and freedom fighter also served as the Vice Chancellor of Aligarh Muslim University and played a significant role in the development of educational institutions in India?
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Jawaharlal Nehru
Dr. Zakir Husain
Bhagat Singh
Teacher’s Day often involves recalling inspirational quotes about education and teachers. What did Mahatma Gandhi say about education/teachers?
“I am not a teacher, but an awakener.”
“The future of the world is in my classroom today.”
“Teaching is the greatest act of optimism.”
“Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.”
Who is the author of the renowned book “The Story of My Experiments with Truth”?
Mahatma Gandhi
Rabindranath Tagore
Jawaharlal Nehru
Bhagat Singh
Which festival, celebrating the guru-disciple relationship, precedes Teacher’s Day by a few weeks?
Navratri
Guru Purnima
Raksha Bandhan
Diwali
Which prestigious Indian university did Dr. B.R. Ambedkar serve as the first law professor?
Jawaharlal Nehru University
Aligarh Muslim University
Banaras Hindu University
University of Mumbai
Who is the current President of NCERT as of 2024?
Dr. Manmohan Singh
Dr. K. L. Shrimali.
Dr. Raghuram Rajan
Dr. Kasturirangan
The National Education Policy 2020, a significant reform in India’s education system, aims to make education more holistic and flexible. What is the proposed structure of schooling in the new policy?
6+4+2
3+2+3+4
10+2
5+3+3+4
In the context of education in India, what does the abbreviation “IIT” stand for?
Indian Institute of Teaching
Institute of Industrial Technology
Indian Institute of Technology
Institute for Innovation and Technology
Who is often called the “Rocket Man of India” and was instrumental in establishing ISRO?
Dr. K. Sivan
Dr. Satish Dhawan
Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
The Right to Education Act, passed in 2009, guarantees free and compulsory education to children between which age group?
8-18 years
5-12 years
3-8 years
6-14 years
When did UNESCO officially recognize World Teachers’ Day?
c) 1975
d) 1994
b) 1962
a) 1950
What quote reflects Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan’s belief about teachers?
“Teachers should be powerful”
“Teachers should be wealthy”
“Teachers should be strict”
“Teachers should be the best minds in the country”
Which phrase about teachers reflects the beliefs of Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam?
“The true teachers are those who help us think for ourselves.”
“Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world.”
“Teaching is not a profession; it’s a way of life.”
“Teachers can change lives with just the right mix of chalk and challenges.”
Which award is often referred to as the ‘Nobel Prize’ for teaching?
The Teacher’s Medal of Innovation
The Education
Laureates
The Global Teaching Prize
The Yidan Prize
Which epic features Guru Dronacharya as the teacher of both the Pandavas and Kauravas?
Upanishads
Mahabharata
Ramayana
Bhagavad Gita
In the animated film “The Lion King,” who is Simba’s teacher?
Timon
Rafiki
Mufasa
Pumbaa
Who is the famous Greek philosopher known for his Socratic method of questioning?
Socrates
Aristotle
Hippocrates
Pythagoras
What is the highest civilian award that Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan received?
Padma Shri
Bharat Ratna
Padma Vibhushan
Padma Bhushan
Which prestigious award did Dr. Radhakrishnan receive from the British Government?
Oscar Prize in 1930
Bokker Prize in 1950
Knighthood in 1931
Nobel Prize in 1941
What is the name of the scheme launched by the Indian government for the professional development of teachers?
NISHTHA
DIKSHA
NCTE
NECRT
What is the full form of DIKSHA?
Digital Intermediate for Knowledge Sharing
Differential Infrastructure for Knowledge Sharing
Dynamic Interface for Knowledge Sharing
Digital Infrastructure for Knowledge Sharing
Which Indian city is home to the NCTE?
Bangalore
Hyderabad
New Delhi
Kolkotta
Which portal was launched by the Indian government to ensure continuous professional development for teachers?
Darpan Portal
SWAYAM Portal
VIGYAN Portal
Gyan Portal
Who was the first education minister of independent India?
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
Rajendra Prasad
Vikram Sara Bai
Sardar Vallbai Patel
Which global organization declared October 5th as World Teachers' Day?
UNISEF
NABARD
WHO
UNESCO
Which university did Dr. Radhakrishnan represent in the British Parliament?
Glasgow University
Oxford University
Bristol University
Manchester University
Dr. Radhakrishnan also served as the .................................... of Delhi University.
President
Vice President
Vice-Chancellor
Dean of Studies
What is the name of the book written by Dr. Radhakrishnan that explores the philosophy of religion?
"The Philanthropy of Rabindranath Tagore"
"The Psychology of Rabindranath Tagore"
"The Sociology of Rabindranath Tagore"
"The Philosophy of Rabindranath Tagore"
Which Indian Prime Minister proposed the idea of celebrating Teacher's Day on Dr. Radhakrishnan’s birthday?
Dr. Ambedkar
Indira Gandhi
Subash Chandra Bose
Jawaharlal Nehru
Who is the founder of the “Arya Samaj” and a prominent educator in India?
Swami Dayananda Saraswati
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
Bal Gangadhar Tilak
Gopal Krishna Gagale
Who was the first woman President of India and an educator by profession?
Indira Gandi
Sarojini Naidu
Dr. Pratibha Patil
Annie Basant
What is the name of the Indian policy that focuses on the improvement of education and teaching standards across schools?
National Empowerment Policy
National Education Policy
National Schooling Policy
National Scholastic Policy
In which year did the Indian government introduce the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act (RTE)?
2009
2008
2010
2020
What is the primary objective of the "Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan" launched by the Indian government?
To provide free and compulsory education to children aged 12 to 15 years
To provide free and compulsory education to children aged 8 to 18 years
To provide free and compulsory education to children aged 10 to 15years
To provide free and compulsory education to children aged 6 to 14 years
What is the filiform of NISHTHA?
National Initiative for Secondary Heads and Teachers Holistic Accreditation
National Initiative for School Heads and Teachers Holistic Advancement
National Institution for School Heads and Trainers Holistic Accompaniment
National Initiative for Scholastic Heads and Teachers Holistic Achievement
Who was the teacher of Lord Krishna?
Rishi Visishtha
Sandipani Muni
Garga Muni
Dronacharya
In which subject did Dr. Radhakrishnan do his Post Graduation?
Science
Sociology
History
Philosophy
What is the name of the special dish offered to the teacher as a sign of respect?
Guru Prasad
Teacher's Feast
Educator's Delight
Mentor's Meal
In which year Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was born?
1890
1888
1880
1884
In which year, Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was elected as the chairman
of UNESCO's executive board?
1970
1960
1948
1930
When was Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan named as Spalding Professor of Eastern Religions and Ethics at the University of Oxford?
In 1936.
In 1948.
In 1922
In 1946.
In which year Sahitya Akademi fellowship conferred the highest honour on a writer to Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan?
1970
1968
1965
1963
Where did Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan work as Chancellor
from 1953 to 1962?
University of Mysore.
University of Madras.
University of Calcutta.
University of Delhi.
Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was named as Spalding Professor of .................................. at the University of Oxford.
Thermodynamics and Atomic Energy
Astrophysics and Ecology
Western Science and Economics
Eastern Religions and Ethics
