The document outlines a quiz night event featuring various trivia questions, covering topics such as history, cuisine, and pop culture. Each question requires participants to identify specific people, dishes, or concepts related to the given clues. The quiz promotes engagement and learning while adhering to strict rules against using internet resources during the event.

1. Quiz Night Live
1st Edition
An Intra-Pragya Quizzing Session

2. Meet your QM’s
Hamza Sheikh Hamedur Rahman
Pranjali Sengupta

4. Rules
Don’t Google.
If anyone caught googling will be subjected to severe
consequences
Normal rules of quiz apply here too.

5. QMs ARE GODS...BESHI BAWAL NOY
QM

6. LET THE
QUIZ
BEGIN !!!!

8. 1
________, was an interesting WW 2 project conceived by the
US military. The idea involved using _________, a certain
mammal as bio weapons. The plan was to equip groups of
___________ with small bombs and then release over
Japanese cities, where they would roost into buildings and
then explode. However training these mammals were a
nightmare and the plan never materialized.
Name the mammal.

9. 2
Originating in the 17th century for Nawab Wajid Ali Shah,
this dish was crafted by chef Haji Murad Ali, using finely
minced buffalo meat and up to 160 spices. The name
which means "something that melts," reflecting its soft
texture. Typically served hot with mint chutney and onion
rings, they exemplify Awadhi culinary skill.
Which renowned dish from Awadhi cuisine in Lucknow,
India, is celebrated for its melt-in-the-mouth texture and
rich flavors?

10. 3
X, the popular meme has its roots in the social media
platform, 4chan. Back in 2006, 4chan users would use
sensational headlines with hyperlink which will direct the
user to a hilarious picture of a duck on wheels. Then in
2007, during the hype of GTA IV trailer, pranksters used the
same tactic to redirect people to an unrelated video.
This eventually gave birth to the iconic meme that we now
know as X.

11. 4
In a recent cross-sport collaboration, X, a renowned
Indian cricketer, and Y, an NFL star, swapped roles, with
X trying his hand at football while Y experimented with
cricket. This unique collaboration between X and Y
showcases the increasing interaction between global
sports and the recent rise of popularity in cricket that
has happened in the USA.
Identify X and Y.

12. 5
Pandu, the father of the pandavas, wished for his flesh to
be eaten by his sons so that they could gain the wisdom
of Pandu. Only one of the sons actually ate it and gained
the knowledge of foreseeing the future. But he was
cursed that if he ever revealed the future, he would die
instantly. So even though he knew that the great war of
Kurukshetra was coming, he couldn't say anything.
Who is the Pandava that I'm talking about?

13. 6
Though founded in 2009 by Sir Tim Berners-Lee , the “W” is
closing after 15 years, having largely fulfilled its mission of
promoting a safe, accessible, and inclusive internet. It played a
key role in expanding global internet access from 20% to nearly
70%, and contributed to internet governance, data privacy, and
policy development. With its mission accomplished, the
foundation shut down in September 2024. Sir Tim Berners-Lee
will now focus on new projects, like the “S”, aimed at giving users
more control over their data, while the “W”’s legacy continues
through other organizations.
Identify W and S.

14. 7
_________ designed his band's logo using the astrological
signs of all the members of the band, though he claimed
to not believe in astrology. In fact ________ had as many
as 10 cats and even dedicated an album and a song to
them. He is one of the greatest singers of all times and
was the main man of one of the most iconic bands.
Identify the man and the band. The singer’s parents
were from the old city of Bulsar in Gujarat.

15. 8
This American company is responsible for supplying the
engines of Indian Tejas aircrafts. Known for their
technological prowess, the company is known for
manufacturing the engines of prominent aircrafts - both
military and civilian. However, due to overmounting orders
and disagreement over license agreements, the delivery of
the engines have been delayed.
Name this iconic company which shared connections with
JP Morgan and Thomas Edison in its early days.

16. 9
This is a ritual where the people open tombs of dead
people every few years and rewrap them in fresh burial
clothes. Each time they do it, they also dance around the
grave with the bodies while music plays and just before
sunset, they seal the body back into the tomb for the
next few years.
What is the name of this ritual and where is it practised?
(Country)

17. 10
Released in 1974, "S" is a Southern rock anthem that reflects pride in
the South and touches on themes like the Civil War and
segregation. Though the song was written partly as a response to
Neil Young’s criticism of the South, defending Southern identity
while addressing complex cultural and political themes, it has since
become synonymous in the internet due to a viral evergreen meme,
often referring to forbidden love.
Identify the song “S” .

18. 11
The chefs of Lebanon and Israel have been constantly
engaged in a culinary war for this dish H. They are
engaged in a competition to make the largest dish of H
as a form of contestant of ownership. The title has gone
back and forth between Israel and Lebanon, with the
latest being Lebanon.
Identify the dish, H which is one of the most famous
dishes of the Middle West.

19. 12
"X" is a UFO religion founded in 1974 by former French car-
racing test driver Claude Vorilhon that teaches humanity was
created by extraterrestrials called the Elohim. Key figures like
Buddha, Jesus, and Muhammad(PBUH) are viewed as
Elohim/human hybrids, with their founder as the last prophet.
They believe the Elohim will return once humanity achieves
peace through scientific progress, leading to a utopia.The
movement promotes meditation, cloning for immortality, and
liberal social values. “X” is classified as a new religious
movement and UFO religion, with criticism from various
groups.
Identify the Religion “X”.

20. 13
Michael Jordan once did an anti drug public service
announcement for ABC network which aired on May 26th
1987. In this video Michael Jordan urges teenagers not to do
drugs, but this one minute long video has now become a
very famous meme template. In the video, Michael Jordan
says - “Listen, you got at least three-fourths of your life to go.
That's three more lifetimes to you. So don't blow it. Don't do
drugs. If you're doing it …..”
The blanked out part is the meme I am referring to.
Simply name the meme.

21. 14
This sweet dessert's history is linked to the Mughal era in India,
during which it was introduced as a variation of an Arabic
dessert called Luqmat al-qaadhi, or "The Judge’s Bite. "which
were given to the Qasis or the judges as honey tokens. The
Mughals, known for their rich culinary traditions, played a
significant role in popularizing this dessert across the Indian
subcontinent. Over time, it evolved into a staple at festivals and
special occasions in India, becoming a symbol of celebration and
hospitality.
Identify this dessert which is still one of the most popular dishes
across India.

22. 15
This game created using the Java programming language.
This is one of the best selling video games of all time with over
300 million copies sold and 140 million active players as of
2023.
This game has been in recent news due to a controversy
regarding a movie adaptation of the same. The fans had
termed the producers “greedy” because the casting and the
overall look of the movie has been very poor. Notably, Jack
Black’s character is facing the most heat.

23. 16
16. Nestled in the remote valleys of the Hindu Kush mountains in
Pakistan, the “K” people are a unique ethnic group known for
their vibrant festivals, traditional dress, and ancient customs.
Their polytheistic beliefs and cultural practices make them a
fascinating community. ”K” music features high-pitched flute-
like instruments, singing, poetry, clapping, and rhythmic
drumming. The Wãc, a small hourglass-shaped drum, is paired
with the Dãu, a larger drum and a certain “Bansuri” a high
pitched flute creating the distinct rhythm for their traditional
dances.Most famously these instruments were used in the Fitoor
jukebox by Amit Trivedi.
Identify the ethnicity “K”

24. 17
This character of an old epic originally named "Jaya
Samhita" is the reincarnation of Yamraj. It is said that
Yamraj was cursed by a sage, Rishi Mandavya, for
being too harsh on his punishments and that is why
he was born as the son of a maid, a Shudra, in this
sacred text.
Identify the character mentioned and what is the
text spoken of.

25. 18
The AIFF had recently renamed its Junior Girls' National
Championship to honor ”T”, starting from the 2025-26 season. This
marks the first national tribute to “T”, acknowledging his
contributions to Indian football. The AIFF also plans to publish a
biography detailing his journey from Nagaland to becoming a
prominent figure in the sport, including leading India at the 1948
Olympics.
Identify “T” who’s contribution are being honored here.

26. 19
X is a dish of french fries and cheese curds topped with
brown gravy. This dish, originated in Canada, and is
believed to have derived its name from the english
word “pudding”. In the 1970s, this dish was served at
clubs in New York and New Jersey as a late-night side
dish, and was called "disco fries".
Name this iconic Canadian dish, which has a similar
name with a country leader.

27. 20
Zara Larsson and Clean Bandit's song "_____" has surged in
popularity on TikTok, driven by a trend of memes featuring a
certain marine animal and the incessant use of dark humor.
The song has appeared in over 2.2 million videos and reached
the top of the Billboard TikTok Chart for the 2nd time since its
release, surprising and thrilling both artists of the trend.
Identify the meme and the song.