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[#456] First Vidyasagar Puraskar (1980) was won by
Correct Answer

(D) Both (A) and (B)

Explanation

Solution: First Vidyasagar Puraskar (1980) was won by Annada Shankar Roy and Lila Majumdar.

[#457] Consider the following statements about Bankim Puruskar. 1. Highest award in Bengali Fiction 2. Instituted in 1975 3. First award to Satinath Bhaduri Which is not associated with the award?
Correct Answer

(C) 3

Explanation

Solution: Bankim Puraskar is the highest award given by the Government of West Bengal for contribution to Bengali fiction.
The award was instituted in 1975, in the memory of Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, who was the founder of Bengali novel.
The first Bankim Puruskar was conferred to well known Tagore scholar Prabodh Chandra Sen.

[#458] Where is Neora Valley National Park situated?
Correct Answer

(C) Samsing

Explanation

Solution: Neora Valley National Park is situated in Samsing.

[#459] Where is famous Baneswan Shiva temple situated?
Correct Answer

(C) Cooch Behar

Explanation

Solution: Baneswar Shiva temple is a famous tourist spot in Cooch Behar.

[#460] When was Fort William built?
Correct Answer

(C) 1696

Explanation

Solution: Fort William was established in 1696 during the tenure of British Raj.