• Source:JND
Add as a preferred

National Mathematics Day Ramanujan: National Mathematics Day, observed annually on December 22 in India, commemorates the birth anniversary of the renowned mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan. Despite limited formal education, Ramanujan made remarkable contributions to mathematics, leaving an enduring legacy. This day highlights the significance of mathematics in daily life and its profound influence on various disciplines and advancements in human progress. Here, you can take the National Mathematics Day quiz to enhance your knowledge. 

1. On which date is National Mathematics Day celebrated in India every year?

A. December 21
B. December 22
C. December 23
D. December 25

Answer: B. December 22

2. Whose birth anniversary is celebrated on National Mathematics Day?

A. Aryabhata
B. Bhaskaracharya
C. Srinivasa Ramanujan
D. C.V. Raman

Answer: C. Srinivasa Ramanujan

3. When was National Mathematics Day first celebrated in India?

A. 2005
B. 2010
C. 2012
D. 2015

Answer: C. 2012

4. Who announced the celebration of National Mathematics Day in 2012?

A. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
B. Dr. Manmohan Singh
C. Narendra Modi
D. Pranab Mukherjee

Answer: B. Dr Manmohan Singh

5. Which field of mathematics was Srinivasa Ramanujan particularly known for?

A. Geometry
B. Number theory
C. Algebra
D. Statistics

Answer: B. Number theory

Also Read: ICAI CA Final Results 2024 To Be Released On This Date; Check Details

6. What was the significant occasion in 2012 that marked the start of National Mathematics Day celebrations?

A. 100th anniversary of Ramanujan's birth
B. 125th birth anniversary of Ramanujan
C. 150th birth anniversary of Ramanujan
D. Centenary of Ramanujan’s first paper

Answer: B. 125th birth anniversary of Ramanujan

7. Who was the British mathematician who invited Srinivasa Ramanujan to Cambridge University?

A. Alfred North Whitehead
B. Bertrand Russell
C. G.H. Hardy
D. John Edensor Littlewood

Answer: C. G H Hardy

8. What was the main purpose of establishing National Mathematics Day?

A. To promote science education
B. To inspire interest in mathematics
C. To encourage technological innovation
D. To commemorate India’s independence

Answer: B. To inspire interest in mathematics

9. In which Indian state was Srinivasa Ramanujan born?

A. Kerala
B. Karnataka
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Andhra Pradesh

Answer: C. Tamil Nadu

10. What type of events are commonly organised to celebrate National Mathematics Day?

A. Cultural festivals
B. Lectures, competitions, and special events
C. Sports tournaments
D. Music concerts

Answer: B. Lectures, competitions, and special events

Also Read: SNAP Exam 2024 Answer Key: Check Expected Cut-Off, Difficulty Level, And Paper Pattern

Also In News