"Teachers' Day Quiz: Test Your Knowledge and Celebrate Educators"

Teachers' Day Quiz:

1.	Name the 1st Indian Vice President, in whose honour Teachers' Day is celebrated?	Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
2.	What is the birthdate of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, which is celebrated as Teachers' Day?	September 5
3.	Which year was Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan born?	1888
4.	What is the title often used for Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan due to his contributions to education and philosophy?	Philosopher
5.	In which Indian city was Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan born?	Tiruttani
6.	Who succeeded Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan as the President of India?	Dr. Zakir Husain
7.	What is the highest civilian award in India, which has been awarded to some teachers on Teachers' Day?	Bharat Ratna
8.	Which flower is often given to teachers as a symbol of respect on Teachers' Day?	Roses
9.	What do students often make for their teachers as a token of gratitude?	Cards
10.	Who is considered the best teacher or guru in Hindu mythology?	Dronacharya
11.	What is the traditional greeting students use to wish their teachers on this day?	Happy Teachers' Day
12.	Which subject did Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan specialize in?	Philosophy
13.	What is the official language of instruction in most Indian schools?	English
14.	What is the highest award given to teachers in India for their outstanding work in the field of education?	National Best Teacher Award
15.	Which government body in India is responsible for recognizing outstanding teachers on Teachers' Day?	Ministry of Education
16.	What term is commonly used for an experienced & respected teacher in India?	Guru
17.	In which state did Dr. Radhakrishnan serve as Vice-Chancellor of Andhra University?	Andhra Pradesh
18.	Which country's educational system inspired Dr. Radhakrishnan's vision for Indian education?	United States
19.	What is the traditional Indian musical instrument associated with Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge and learning?	Veena
20.	Which Indian President was a renowned teacher himself before becoming a political leader?	Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
21.	Who is often considered the father of modern education in India?	Raja Ram Mohan Roy
22.	What is the term for the process of learning from home, often facilitated by the internet and computers?	E-learning
23.	Which Indian author wrote the book "The White Tiger," which was adapted into a movie and explores issues related to education and social class?	Aravind Adiga
24.	In India, the teacher-student relationship is often compared to which other sacred relationship?	Parent-child
25.	Who is often referred to as "the Missile Man of India" and is known for his contributions to science and education?	Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
26.	Which state is known for its vibrant culture of dance & music, taught by gurus?	Kerala
27.	What is the term for the process of assessing a student's knowledge and abilities through a test or examination?	Evaluation
28.	Which famous Indian philosopher and teacher wrote the book "The Philosophy of Rabindranath Tagore"?	S. Radhakrishnan
29.	Which Indian city is known for hosting the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs)?	Kanpur
30.	What is the term for a teacher who teaches in a school or institution?	Educator
31.	Which Indian festival celebrates the victory of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance?	Diwali
32.	What is the term for the practice of transferring knowledge and skills from one generation to the next?	Education
33.	Which ancient Indian system of education focused on passing down oral traditions and knowledge?	Gurukul
34.	What is the term for a written or spoken discourse on a specific topic, often delivered by a teacher?	Lecture
35.	Which Indian leader played a significant role in the establishment of the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs)?	Jawaharlal Nehru
36.	What is the formal term for a person who imparts knowledge?	Instructor
37.	Which Indian state has a special tradition of "Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao" (Save the Daughter, Educate the Daughter)?	Haryana
38.	What is the term for the study of teaching and learning processes?	Pedagogy
39.	In which year was the first Teachers' Day celebrated in India?	1962
40.	What is the term used when children are taught at home by their parents?	Homeschooling
41.	Which Indian state is known for its rich history of ancient universities like Nalanda and Vikramshila?	Bihar
42.	Which Indian educational board conducts the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) for admission to engineering colleges?	CBSE
43.	What is the term for a person helping students in their academic & career choices?	Counsellor
44.	Which Indian freedom fighter and educationist is known for his contributions to the promotion of education in rural areas?	Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
45.	Which country first observed Teachers' Day?	China
46.	Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan served as the ___ President of India.	Second
47.	In which year was Dr Radhakrishnan awarded the Bharat Ratna?	1954
48.	What was Dr. S.  Radhakrishnan's profession before becoming a politician?	Teacher
49.	Dr. S. Radhakrishnan served as the Vice President of India for how many terms?	Two
50.	Which subject was Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan's area of expertise?	Philosophy
51.	Which country, other than India, celebrates Teachers' Day on September 5th?	Brazil
52.	Who once said, "The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires"?	William Arthur Ward
53.	Which award is often referred to as the 'Nobel Prize' of teaching?	The Global Teaching Prize
54.	What role did Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan have at the University of Mysore?	Vice Chancellor
55.	Dr. Radhakrishnan was nominated for Nobel Prize in Literature in how many years?	Five years
56.	Which is the highest civilian award that Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan received?	Bharat Ratna
57.	What was Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan's birthplace?	Thiruttani
58.	Which famous phrase about teachers is said by Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam?	"Teaching is not a profession; it’s a way of life."
59.	What other civil service role did Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan hold?	Foreign Minister
60.	In the Hindu epic Mahabharata, name the teacher of both Pandavas & Kauravas?	Dronacharya
61.	In the world-renowned Harry Potter series by J.K Rowling, who was the headmaster of Hogwarts?	Albus Dumbledore
62.	Who was the educationist and child rights advocate who founded the first modern school for girls in India?	Savitribai Phule
63.	In India, National Education Day is celebrated on the birth anniversary of which famous teacher and politician?	Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
64.	What does "guru" mean in Sanskrit?	Teacher
65.	Who is often regarded as the "father of modern education" in India?	Raja Ram Mohan Roy
66.	Who was the teacher of Lord Rama in the Indian epic Ramayana?	Guru Vasishta