India GK quiz: a surprise mix of places and landmarks
The wildcard round is a surprise mix: bridges, tunnels, airports, quirky towns and well-known landmarks from all over India. Tap where each one is on the map, then read the short note that follows.
Wildcard day on PinSprint is every Sunday, and you can play it any day.
115+ map clues and 105+ quiz questions in this collection, covering 34 states and union territories.
What's covered
- A mix of places from every subject
- Bridges, tunnels, airports and other landmarks
- Quirky towns, records and little-known places
- Well-known sites that don't fit one category
Try three sample questions
1. Which language is the principal official language of Goa?
- • Gujarati
- • Kannada
- • Konkani
- • Marathi
Show the answer
Konkani. it is Goa's official language under the state's Official Language Act.
2. Which Indian sport uses a circular mat and includes raids in which a player must tag opponents and return safely?
- • Kabaddi
- • Kho-kho
- • Kushti
- • Mallakhamb
Show the answer
Kabaddi. raiders enter the opposing half to tag defenders before returning to their side.
3. Which Indian tennis player won an Olympic bronze medal in men's singles at Atlanta 1996?
- • Leander Paes
- • Mahesh Bhupathi
- • Rohan Bopanna
- • Vijay Amritraj
Show the answer
Leander Paes. he won India's first individual Olympic medal in 44 years.
How to score higher
- Expect anything. Don't skip a clue because the subject is unfamiliar.
- Use the state in the clue first, then think of what that state is known for.
- Read the note after each clue. Wildcard answers are often surprising.
How scoring works
Each map clue is worth up to 100 points. Tap within about 15 km of the right spot for full marks. The score falls steadily with distance and reaches zero at 1,000 km. Five clues make a round of up to 500 points. In the multiple-choice quiz, faster correct answers score more and streaks add a bonus, for a best score of 1,300.
Frequently asked questions
- What is in the wildcard round?
- A mix of places from all subjects, including landmarks, infrastructure and unusual towns.
- Is the GK quiz free?
- Yes. There is no sign-up and no cost.