Do You Really Know Your University BHU? Only a True BHU Student can have a Perfect Score

Do you think you know Banaras Hindu University inside out? This entertaining BHU quiz will put your knowledge of the university's history, campus landmarks, festivals, and alumni to the test.

Sep 11, 2025, 11:45 IST

Banaras Hindu University (BHU) was founded in 1916 by Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya and is one of Asia’s largest residential universities. More than 30,00 students from India and international students have taken admission to the Varanasi Campus, which spans 1300 acres. With famous landmarks like the Vishwanath Temple (VT), the very renowned Lanka Gate, and the notable Sayaji Rao Gaekwad Central Library, Banaras Hindu University has evolved into more than just an educational institution; it is a way of life.

But the important question is, do you really know your university? Whether you are a fresher exploring the new campus life, a senior living your college years, or a proud graduate who just wants to relive your golden years, this quiz will put your knowledge of Banaras Hindu University’s history, culture, festivals, and renowned alumni to the test.

Why Should You Take This Quiz?

Banaras Hindu University is more than just classes and degrees. It’s about the various delicacies at VT (Vishwanath Temple), exploring the markets of Lanka, late-night hostel walks, and the memories from festivals and events like Spandan and Spardha. This quiz can be a great way to celebrate those memories, learn something new about your university, especially for the freshers, and you can also challenge your friends.

Let’s Start the BHU Quiz

Below are some questions on various aspects of Banaras Hindu University (BHU), including its history, festivals and events, alumni and achievements, campus landmarks, and student life.

1. What is the name of the most popular entry gate of Banaras Hindu University?

Kashi Gate

Malviya Gate

Hyderabad Gate

Lanka Gate

2. What is the name of the Central Library of Banaras Hindu University?

Sayaji Rao Gaekwad Library

Maulana Azad Library

Smt. Hansa Mehta Libraray

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Central Library

3. What is or are the name(s) of the annual fest of the Banaras Hindu University?

Kashiyatra

Spandan

Spardha

All of the above

4. Who among the following is a notable alumnus of Banaras Hindu University?

Rabindranath Tagore

Subhash Chandra Bose

Harivansh Rai Bacchan

Munshi Premchand

5. The renowned Vishwanath Temple within Banaras Hindu University was constructed with the vision of whom?

Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrsihnan

Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya

Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru

CP Radhakrishnan

6. How many hostels have been built inside the BHU Campus to accommodate 12000 students?

7. Who is the founder of the famous Banaras Hindu University?

Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya

Annie Besant

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

Bal Gangadhar Tilak

8. Which is the largest faculty of the Banaras Hindu University on the main campus?

Faculty of Social Sciences

Faculty of Arts

Faculty of Commerce

Faculty of Science

Results of Are You a True Insider of BHU?

Your answers and scores will reveal a lot about how thoroughly you understand Banaras Hindu University. Every Malavian has their journey, from exploring Lanka Market to shouting for Kashiyatra or even the late-night maggie and lemon tea at Assi Ghat. Score yourself on the quiz that you took.

0-4 Correct Answers: Still A Fresher

(Still figuring out the way to the Central Office and Swantatra Bhawan. You are to learn more about different paths to reach the same location.)

5-6 Correct Answers: The Loyal Regular of BHU

(You know the prefect tea spots in Lanka, but lack a little on a few interesting facts.)

6-7 Correct Answers: The True Malaviam

(You know each right and left of the main Campus of the Banaras Hindu University, and never miss being a part of Kashiyatra.)

All 8 Correct: No one can give guided tours better than you

(From History to Hotspot, you know it all.)

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Answers:-

Ans- (d) Lanka Gate:- The main gate and entry to the Banaras Hindu University (Main Campus) is the Lanka Gate. The main entrance gate and boundary wall were built with a donation from Maharaja Pateshvari Prashad Singh of Balrampur.
Ans- (a) Sayaji Rao Gaekwad Library:- The Sayaji Rao Gaekwad Library is the main library on campus, with about 1.3 million books as of 2011. Completed in 1941, it was funded by Maharaja Sayaji Rao Gaekwad of Baroda.
Ans- (d) All of the above:- Kashiyatra( a techno management fest), Spandan (inter faculty cultural festival), and Spardha (a sports event) are the annually conducted fests of the Banaras Hindu University.
Ans-(c) Harivansh Rai Bacchan:- Harivansh Rai Bacchan is a notable alumnus of Banaras Hindu University.
Ans- (b) Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya:- Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya designed and erected the Vishwanath Temple at Banaras Hindu University (BHU), which was designed to recreate the ancient Kashi Vishwanath Temple in a modern, accessible manner for the community and students on the BHU campus.
Ans- (d) 60:- The campus contains around 60 hostels that house over 12,000 students. The majority of full-time faculty have access to on-campus accommodation.
Ans-(a) Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya:- BHU is located on the southern outskirts of Varanasi, along the Ganges River. BHU was founded by Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya. A visionary leader who established BHU as a centre for education, culture, and nationalism.
Ans-(b) Faculty of Arts:- Banaras Hindu University's Faculty of Arts is the largest and oldest faculty, and it has served as the university's core since its foundation in 1916.