Daily Quiz: significant events on February 28
In this Feb. 28, 1984 file photo, Michael Jackson is seen backstage at the 26th annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles as he poses with the awards he won in eight different categories.
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This American scientist, born on this day in 1901, is the only person to have won two undivided Nobel Prizes. He also drafted the famous “Hiroshima Appeal”. Identify the person and name the two fields in which he won the Nobel Prize.
Answer : Linus Pauling and Nobel prizes for Chemistry and Peace
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Every year February 28 is celebrated as National Science Day to mark the discovery of the Raman effect by Sir C.V. Raman. What is the theme for the National Science Day this year?
Answer : Empowering Indian Youth for Global Leadership in Science & Innovation
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This American Television show follows doctors and staff coping with war through humor and camaraderie. The last episode of the show aired on this day in 1983 and broke records for viewership with over over 105 million viewers tuning in. Identify the show.
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In 2013, Benedict XVI resigned as Pope, becoming the first to resign since who did the same in 1415?
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Which prominent Prime Minister was assassinated on this day in Stockholm in 1986? He served as Prime Minister from 1969 to 1976 and 1982 to 1986.
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Visual Question: How many awards did King of Pop Michael Jackson win at the 26th Grammy Awards and for which album? The Award show was held on this day in 1984.
Answer : Eight awards and Thriller
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Published – February 28, 2025 05:00 pm IST
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