Quizzes And Games

Exercise your mind and try your luck at solving these quizzes, crosswords, and other puzzles based on the content of our radio shows.

Quizzes

Our thematic quizzes are based on the content of our radio shows and episodes. Listen carefully to catch the clues and rack up a good score.

Are you brilliant enough to shine in the Lightbulb Moment quiz?

How much do you know about the luminous history of the electric lightbulb in India? Listen to this episode of Unboxed and take the quiz!

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How well do you know the Constitution of India?

November 26 is observed as Samvidhaan Diwas or Constitution Day in India. Test your knowledge of the Constitution of India with this quiz. And while you’re at it, enjoy our series Samvidhaani Pitaara.

Constructed by Radio Azim Premji University using the free quiz maker from Amuse Labs

Can you smash this Indian Badminton Quiz?

How much do you know about this colonial racquet game that was invented in India?

Take this quiz. Over 100 points to be won — if you’re fast!

(Listen to the episode for some of the clues)

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Can you ace this Kabaddi quiz?

How much do you know about kabaddi, the most watched sport in India after cricket?

If you get stuck in this quiz, listen to the episode Kabaddi Kabaddi Kabaddi or read the story carefully to crack the answers.

Kabaddi’s Journey — From Akhada To Arena

In the second episode of Economies of Khel, economist Rahul De and media expert Kailash Koushik explore how kabaddi transformed from a rural pastime into a professional sport, pinning down why the Pro Kabaddi League become the second most-watched sports event in India

Aug 28, 2024

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What’s Your Mango IQ?

How much do you know about the mango, India’s famed king of fruits?

If you get stuck in this quiz, listen to the episode Unboxed — Mango People or read the story carefully to crack the answers.

Mango People — How The King Of Fruits Unites And Divides India’s Aam Janata!

The proverbial King Of Fruits unites and divides Indians equally. Whether you call it aam, mangai, aamra, or mango, just uttering the word can evoke a plethora of sensations and emotions. Presented by three die-hard mango aficionados, this slice of Unboxed is a juicy celebration of a fruit that embodies the essence of Indianness for the Aam Janata – the Mango People.

Jul 22, 2024

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Crosswords

Love word games? Then you’ll enjoy our crosswords. Each of these puzzles is based on the theme of one of our radio shows or specific episodes.

Story Of Jeans

What goes into making a pair of blue jeans? How many hands are involved in the process? For the answers, listen to our episode Story Of Jeans in the series Story Of… with Richa Govil. Then play the crossword and don’t forget to brag about your score!

Killer Jeans — Why Are Women Garment Workers Dying Young?

There’s a harrowing story of livelihood, labour, and premature death stitched into the fabric of your denim. The next time you buy a pair of jeans, remember the young women who crafted them, balancing dreams and hardships, somewhere on a shop floor in a Bengaluru industrial estate

Jun 12, 2024

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India At The Olympics

The theme of this crossword is, for want of a better word, competitive. To best the world record in crossword-solving, listen to the fourth episode of our series Almost Perfect — Get. Set. Gone.

Get. Set. Gone. How Vandana Rao sprinted into the shadows

Vandana Rao, along with PT Usha, was part of the quartet of “Golden Girls” that set a new Asian record at the Los Angeles Olympics in 1984. However, just as her star began to rise, she encountered a different set of obstacles that led to her departure from athletics forever. This is her story.

Jul 31, 2024

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