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What notable recognition did Indira Nooyi receive according to the content?
Which country won the first FIFA World Cup in 1930?
How many times has Brazil won the FIFA World Cup?
What unique ability do hummingbirds possess?
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What is a distinguishing feature of dolphins when they sleep?
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Which animal uses its tail for balance while moving?
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What are flamingos' pink coloration attributed to?
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What material is the FIFA World Cup Trophy made of?
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Which muscle is considered the weakest in the human body?
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What is unique about the cornea of the eye compared to other body parts?
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How many times does the heart circulate blood each day on average?
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Which planet is known to have surface temperatures high enough to melt lead?
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What phenomenon occurs on Jupiter and Saturn due to high pressure?
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What geological feature is Olympus Mons known for?
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What is the sensation experienced by astronauts in space primarily due to low gravitational forces?
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Why is Earth’s atmosphere important regarding meteoroids?
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What significant leadership position did Indira Nooyi achieve at PepsiCo?
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Where did Indira Nooyi earn her MBA?
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What change regarding the Indian flag was made on 26th January 2002?
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Which of the following is a restriction explained regarding the Indian flag?
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What was a key achievement of PepsiCo under Indira Nooyi's leadership?
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In which city was Indira Nooyi born?
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What educational subjects did Indira Nooyi major in at Madras Christian College?
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What is one of the guidelines for flying the Indian flag based on recent legislation?
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Study Notes
LITERARY & CULTURE
- Indira Nooyi, born on October 28, 1955, in Chennai, India, is a prominent businesswoman.
- She holds a degree in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from Madras Christian College, followed by an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta.
- Nooyi began her career in India then moved to the U.S. in 1994, eventually becoming CEO of PepsiCo in 2006, one of the few women to lead a Fortune 500 company.
- Under her leadership, PepsiCo prioritized sustainability and innovation, earning recognition for her strategic vision and societal impact.
- Indira Nooyi stepped down as CEO in 2018 but continues to be a significant figure in the business world, having received numerous awards, including recognition from Forbes.
ABOUT THE WORLD CUP
- The first FIFA World Cup took place in 1930 in Uruguay, with 13 teams participating; Uruguay won.
- The FIFA World Cup Trophy, awarded to the winners, is made of 18-carat gold and weighs approximately 6.1 kilograms (13.5 pounds).
- Brazil holds the record for the most World Cup victories, with five wins in 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, and 2002.
- As of 2022, Argentina is the most recent World Cup champion.
- The World Cup is organized every four years in different countries; recent hosts include Russia in 2018 and Qatar in 2022.
FUN FACTS ON ANIMALS AND BIRDS
- Elephants are the only mammals that cannot jump.
- A giraffe's tongue can reach lengths of 18-20 inches and may be black or dark blue.
- Kangaroos balance on their tails while hopping and cannot move backward.
- Dolphins keep one eye open while sleeping to remain vigilant against predators.
- Cheetahs can reach speeds of 0 to 60 miles per hour in mere seconds.
- Hummingbirds are unique in their ability to fly backwards and upside down.
- Owls can rotate their heads up to 270 degrees.
- Penguins can swim at speeds up to 15 miles per hour.
- Flamingos obtain their pink color from a diet rich in shrimp and algae.
- Woodpeckers have specially adapted skulls to protect their brains from impact while pecking.
HUMAN BODY
- The human heart circulates blood around 1,000 times daily.
- Humans are distinct in possessing chins, a feature absent in other animals.
- Kidneys receive the highest blood flow, acting as essential filters in the body.
- The jaw muscle, or masseter, is the strongest muscle, while the stapedius in the middle ear is the weakest.
- The eye's cornea lacks a blood supply, receiving oxygen directly from ambient air.
- The tongue is also among the strongest muscles in the body.
- Human bones are roughly five times stronger than steel.
SPACE EXPLORER
- Space is silent; sound cannot travel due to an absence of atmosphere.
- Venus is the hottest planet in the solar system, with surface temperatures around 900°F (475°C).
- Olympus Mons on Mars is the tallest volcano, towering at about 13.6 miles (22 kilometers).
- Astronauts experience weightlessness in space due to minimal gravity.
- A single day on Venus lasts longer than a year on the planet, taking 243 Earth days to rotate and 225 Earth days to orbit the Sun.
- It is thought that diamonds may rain on Jupiter and Saturn due to high pressure crystallizing carbon.
- The Moon's surface is marked by craters from meteoroid impacts, while Earth's atmosphere protects it from many such encounters.
AMAZING FACTS ON OUR NEIGHBOURING COUNTRIES
- Nepal is a landlocked country in South Asia, renowned for its towering peaks and profound canyons.
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Explore fascinating facts about literary and cultural icons in this Class V General Knowledge quiz. Learn about prominent figures like Indira Nooyi and significant events while enhancing your understanding of the world. Suitable for young learners eager to expand their knowledge.
