[1] Which of the following oilfields is situated in the North-eastern region of India?
A.
Kalol
B.
Ankaleshwar
C.
Mehsana
D.
Digboi
Ans:
Digboi
Explanation :
Digboi is a town and a town area committee in Tinsukia district in the north-eastern part of the state of Assam. It has the distinction of being India's oldest continuously producing oilfield.
[2] The oldest oil field in India is in –
A.
Haldia
B.
Bombay High
C.
Neyveli
D.
Digboi
Ans:
Digboi
Explanation :
Digboi has the distinction of being India’s oldest continuously producing oilfield. Digboi refinery, now a division of Indian Oil Corporation is the world’s oldest oil refinery still in operation.
[3] The main competitor for the Indian jute industry is –
A.
China
B.
Nepal
C.
Bangladesh
D.
Japan
Ans:
Bangladesh
Explanation :
India, China, and Bangladesh are the three major producers in the cultivation or production of jute fiber. India has taken advantage of recent improvements in the cultivation of jute to become the largest producer or cultivator of jute in the world. Using advanced production techniques, India also has dominance over the worldwide jute products market. In terms of world export of jute fiber, Bangladesh's share is more than 70%, which makes Bangladesh the largest exporter of jute fiber in the world.
[4] Which of the following places are connected to the highest road of the world?
A.
Gangtok and Kathmandu
B.
Leh and Srinagar
C.
Manali and Leh
D.
Srinagar and Siachen
Ans:
Leh and Srinagar
Explanation :
National Highway-1 (NH-1), also known as SrinagarLeh Highway, is a National Highway entirely within the state of Jammu & Kashmir in North India that connects Srinagar to Leh in Ladakh and is maintained by Project Vijayak of the Border Roads Organization. It is one of the highest roads in the world. Running between the Indian cities of Leh and Manali, it opens up an inhospitable part of the Himalaya Mountains.
[5] In which State have Indian Railways introduced "Palace on Wheels" to promote tourism?
A.
Kerala
B.
Maharashtra
C.
Rajasthan
D.
Punjab
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
The Palace on Wheels is a luxury tourist train. It was launched by the Indian Railways to promote tourism in Rajasthan, and has been highly popular since its launch. Palace on Wheels comprises 14 deluxe air-conditioned saloons, completely self-sufficient and tastefully equipped to impress modern travellers.
[6] Which of the following districts is on the international border of India?
A.
Gorakhpur
B.
Jaipur
C.
Kinnaur
D.
Kullu
Ans:
Gorakhpur
Explanation :
Gorakhpur is a city in the eastern part of the state of Uttar Pradesh in India, near the border with Nepal. The district occupies the north-eastern corner of the state along with the district of Deoria, and comprises a large stretch of country lying to the north of the river Rapti, the deep stream of which forms its southern boundary with the Azamgarh district.
[7] Which countries are linked by the Khyber Pass?
A.
India and Pakistan
B.
India and Afghanistan
C.
Afghanistan and Pakistan
D.
Afghanistan and Tajikistan
Ans:
Afghanistan and Pakistan
Explanation :
The Khyber Pass, is a mountain pass connecting Afghanistan and Pakistan, cutting through the north- eastern part of the Spin Ghar mountains. An integral part of the ancient Silk Road, it is one of the oldest known passes in the world. Throughout history it has been an important trade route between Central Asia and South Asia and a strategic military location. Well known invasions of the area have been predominantly through the Khyber Pass, such as the invasions by Darius I and Alexander the Great.
[8] Which one of the following is not a desert district of Rajasthan?
A.
Kota
B.
Barmer
C.
Jaisalmer
D.
Churn
Ans:
Kota
Explanation :
The Thar Desert or the Great Indian Desert en-compasses about 70% of total landmass of Rajasthan and hence it is identified as the "Desert State of India". The Thar Desert embraces the districts of Jaisalmer, Barmer, Bikaner and Jodhpur. Chum is a town in the desert region, known as gateway to the Thar Desert.
[9] Which one of the following States does not use thermal electricity?
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Arunachal Pradesh
D.
Madhya Pradesh
Ans:
Arunachal Pradesh
Explanation :
There is not even a single thermal plant in India's North East and most of the power needs in the region and also power source in North East Grid comes from hydro-projects. In Arunachal Pradesh, the entire electricity generation is hydro.
[10] According to a study conducted by Hyderbad's National Institute of Nutrition, the healthiest of 14 fresh fruits commonly consumed in India with maximum 'Goodness Index' is :
A.
Indian Plum
B.
Mango
C.
Guava
D.
Custard apple
Ans:
Guava
Explanation :
The humble guava is the healthiest fruit for the human body, while the pineapple is at the bottom of this index. The first-of-its-kind research to evaluate the amount of natural antioxidant levels of 14 fresh fruits commonly consumed in India has come up with surprising revelations. Guava came in at the top, followed by the Indian plum. Mango, pomegranate, custard apple and apple are among the other fruits that offer, the highest amount of antioxidants.
[11] Which among the following districts is not situated in the terai of Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Pilibhit
B.
Bahraich
C.
Lakhim Fur
D.
Hardoi
Ans:
Hardoi
Explanation :
The Terai is a belt of marshy grasslands, savannas, and forests located south of the outer foothills of the Himalaya, the Siwalik Hills, and north of the Indo-Gangetic Plain of the Ganges, Brahmaputra and their tributaries. In northern India, the Terai spreads east-ward from the Yamuna River across Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Uttaranchal, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Hardoi district is a part of Lucknow division
[12] Where are MIG engines assembled?
A.
Koraput
B.
Nasik
C.
Bangalore
D.
Ozar
Ans:
Koraput
Explanation :
Koraput is a town and a Notified Area Council in Koraput district in the Indian state of Odisha. HAL factory (Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, a defence enterprise of the Government of India) is only 15 km from Koraput town. This HAL factory makes military aircraft engines for MG and expanding for Sukhoi assembly line. The HAL factory and township is surrounded by hills and forest.
[13] Of the following, the town which does not come within the National Capital Region is?
A.
Panipat
B.
Rohtnk
C.
Khutja
D.
Mathura
Ans:
Mathura
Explanation :
The National Capital Region (NCR) in India is a name for the conurbation or metropolitan area which encompasses the entire National Capital Territory of Delhi as well as urban areas ringing it in neighbouring states of Haryana, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. Uttar Pradesh (UP) provides a 32% (10,853 sq. kms.) of the NCR. It borders Delhi on the east and forms the eastern territory of the NCR. Meerut is the second largest city in NCR. The districts of the state included in NCR (with their 2011 Census populations) are: Meerut, Baghpat, Buland-shahar, Ghaziabad, and Gautam Buddha Nagar District (Noida and Greater Noida).
[14] India lies in the hemisphere.
A.
northern and eastern
B.
southern and eastern
C.
northern and western
D.
northern and southern
Ans:
northern and eastern
Explanation :
India lies to the north of the equator, geographically located at 28° 36.8'N and 77° 12.5'E in the northern hemisphere of the globe.
[15] Which of the following mountain ranges in India are the oldest?
A.
Himalayas
B.
Vindhyas
C.
Aravalli
D.
Sahyadri
Ans:
Aravalli
Explanation :
The Aravali Range (Aravali) literally meaning 'line of peaks', is a range of mountains in western India and eastern Pakistan running approximately 800 km from northwest to southwest across Indian states of Rajasthan, Haryana, and Gujarat and Pakistani provinces of Punjab and Sindh. The Aravali range are the oldest fold mountains in India. The Aravali Range is the eroded stub of a range of ancient folded mountains. The range rose in a Precambrian event called the Aravali-Delhi orogeny. The range joins two of the ancient segments that make up the Indian craton, the Marwar segment to the northwest of the range, and the Bundelkhand segment to the southeast.
[16] The length of India's coastline is about –
A.
4900 kms
B.
5700 kms
C.
7500 kms
D.
8300 kms
Ans:
7500 kms
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[17] Which one of the following is the second highest peak of the world?
A.
Dhaulagiri
B.
Kanchenjunga
C.
K2
D.
Nanda Devi
Ans:
K2
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[18] The fertile land between two rivers is called –
A.
Watershed
B.
Water divide
C.
Doab
D.
Terai
Ans:
Doab
Explanation :
Doab is a term used in India and Pakistan for a "tongue" or tract of land lying between two confluent rivers. Unqualified by the names of any rivers, it designates the flat alluvial tract between the Ganges and Yamuna rivers in western and southwestern. Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand state in India, extending from the Sivalik Hills to the two rivers' confluence at Allahabad,
[19] The coast that belongs to Kerala is known as –
A.
Konkan Coast
B.
Malabar Coast
C.
Coromandel Coast
D.
Canara Coast
Ans:
Malabar Coast
Explanation :
The Malabar Coast is a long and narrow coastline on the south-western shore line of the mainland Indian subcontinent. In historical contexts, refers to India's southwestern coast, lying on the narrow coastal plain of Karnataka and Kerala states between the Western Ghats range and the Arabian Sea. Kerala is located on the Malabar coast.
[20] The highest waterfall of India is in the state of –
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Assam
C.
Maharashtra
D.
Karnataka
Ans:
Karnataka
Explanation :
Kunchikal Falls are the highest waterfalls in India and second highest waterfalls in Asia. They are located near Agumbe in Shimogaclistrict of state of Karnataka. Kumchikal falls are formed by Varahi River.
[21] Which of the following is referred to as 'Young Fold Mountains'?
A.
Aravallis
B.
Nilgiris
C.
Himalayas
D.
Vindhyas
Ans:
Himalayas
Explanation :
The Himalayas are known to be young fold mountains. They are considered young because they have been formed relatively recently in the earth's history, compared to older mountains such as the Aravalis.
[22] Nandadevi peak is located in State.
A.
Himachal Pradesh
B.
Uttarakhand
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Sikkim
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Nanda Devi is part of the Garhwal Himalayas, and is located in Uttarakhand, between the Rishiganga valley on the west and the Goriganga valley on the east. The peak, whose name means "Bliss-Giving Goddess", is regarded as the patron-goddess of the Uttarakhand Himalaya. It is the second highest mountain in India, and the highest located entirely within the country.
[23] The Andaman is separated from Nicobar by which water body?
A.
11° channel
B.
10° Channel
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Gulf of Mannar
Ans:
10° Channel
Explanation :
The Ten Degree Channel is a channel that separates the Little Andaman and Car Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal. The two sets of islands together form the Indian Union Territory (UT) of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The channel is so named as it lies on the 10-degree line of latitude, north of the equator.
[24] For which type of fertilizer, India is fully dependent on imports –
A.
Nitrogen Fertilizer
B.
Phosphatic Fertilizer
C.
Potash Fertilizer
D.
None of these
Ans:
Potash Fertilizer
Explanation :
Potash fertilizer is not manufactured in India.
[25] Which one of the following is a Wild Life Sanctuary?
A.
Jaldapara
B.
Garumara
C.
Corbett
D.
Chapramari
Ans:
Corbett
Explanation :
Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. It is situated in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The park acts as a protected area for the endangered Bengal tiger of India.
Explanation :
Digboi is a town and a town area committee in Tinsukia district in the north-eastern part of the state of Assam. It has the distinction of being India's oldest continuously producing oilfield.
[2] The oldest oil field in India is in –
A.
Haldia
B.
Bombay High
C.
Neyveli
D.
Digboi
Ans:
Digboi
Explanation :
Digboi has the distinction of being India’s oldest continuously producing oilfield. Digboi refinery, now a division of Indian Oil Corporation is the world’s oldest oil refinery still in operation.
[3] The main competitor for the Indian jute industry is –
A.
China
B.
Nepal
C.
Bangladesh
D.
Japan
Ans:
Bangladesh
Explanation :
India, China, and Bangladesh are the three major producers in the cultivation or production of jute fiber. India has taken advantage of recent improvements in the cultivation of jute to become the largest producer or cultivator of jute in the world. Using advanced production techniques, India also has dominance over the worldwide jute products market. In terms of world export of jute fiber, Bangladesh's share is more than 70%, which makes Bangladesh the largest exporter of jute fiber in the world.
[4] Which of the following places are connected to the highest road of the world?
A.
Gangtok and Kathmandu
B.
Leh and Srinagar
C.
Manali and Leh
D.
Srinagar and Siachen
Ans:
Leh and Srinagar
Explanation :
National Highway-1 (NH-1), also known as SrinagarLeh Highway, is a National Highway entirely within the state of Jammu & Kashmir in North India that connects Srinagar to Leh in Ladakh and is maintained by Project Vijayak of the Border Roads Organization. It is one of the highest roads in the world. Running between the Indian cities of Leh and Manali, it opens up an inhospitable part of the Himalaya Mountains.
[5] In which State have Indian Railways introduced "Palace on Wheels" to promote tourism?
A.
Kerala
B.
Maharashtra
C.
Rajasthan
D.
Punjab
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
The Palace on Wheels is a luxury tourist train. It was launched by the Indian Railways to promote tourism in Rajasthan, and has been highly popular since its launch. Palace on Wheels comprises 14 deluxe air-conditioned saloons, completely self-sufficient and tastefully equipped to impress modern travellers.
[6] Which of the following districts is on the international border of India?
A.
Gorakhpur
B.
Jaipur
C.
Kinnaur
D.
Kullu
Ans:
Gorakhpur
Explanation :
Gorakhpur is a city in the eastern part of the state of Uttar Pradesh in India, near the border with Nepal. The district occupies the north-eastern corner of the state along with the district of Deoria, and comprises a large stretch of country lying to the north of the river Rapti, the deep stream of which forms its southern boundary with the Azamgarh district.
[7] Which countries are linked by the Khyber Pass?
A.
India and Pakistan
B.
India and Afghanistan
C.
Afghanistan and Pakistan
D.
Afghanistan and Tajikistan
Ans:
Afghanistan and Pakistan
Explanation :
The Khyber Pass, is a mountain pass connecting Afghanistan and Pakistan, cutting through the north- eastern part of the Spin Ghar mountains. An integral part of the ancient Silk Road, it is one of the oldest known passes in the world. Throughout history it has been an important trade route between Central Asia and South Asia and a strategic military location. Well known invasions of the area have been predominantly through the Khyber Pass, such as the invasions by Darius I and Alexander the Great.
[8] Which one of the following is not a desert district of Rajasthan?
A.
Kota
B.
Barmer
C.
Jaisalmer
D.
Churn
Ans:
Kota
Explanation :
The Thar Desert or the Great Indian Desert en-compasses about 70% of total landmass of Rajasthan and hence it is identified as the "Desert State of India". The Thar Desert embraces the districts of Jaisalmer, Barmer, Bikaner and Jodhpur. Chum is a town in the desert region, known as gateway to the Thar Desert.
[9] Which one of the following States does not use thermal electricity?
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Arunachal Pradesh
D.
Madhya Pradesh
Ans:
Arunachal Pradesh
Explanation :
There is not even a single thermal plant in India's North East and most of the power needs in the region and also power source in North East Grid comes from hydro-projects. In Arunachal Pradesh, the entire electricity generation is hydro.
[10] According to a study conducted by Hyderbad's National Institute of Nutrition, the healthiest of 14 fresh fruits commonly consumed in India with maximum 'Goodness Index' is :
A.
Indian Plum
B.
Mango
C.
Guava
D.
Custard apple
Ans:
Guava
Explanation :
The humble guava is the healthiest fruit for the human body, while the pineapple is at the bottom of this index. The first-of-its-kind research to evaluate the amount of natural antioxidant levels of 14 fresh fruits commonly consumed in India has come up with surprising revelations. Guava came in at the top, followed by the Indian plum. Mango, pomegranate, custard apple and apple are among the other fruits that offer, the highest amount of antioxidants.
[11] Which among the following districts is not situated in the terai of Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Pilibhit
B.
Bahraich
C.
Lakhim Fur
D.
Hardoi
Ans:
Hardoi
Explanation :
The Terai is a belt of marshy grasslands, savannas, and forests located south of the outer foothills of the Himalaya, the Siwalik Hills, and north of the Indo-Gangetic Plain of the Ganges, Brahmaputra and their tributaries. In northern India, the Terai spreads east-ward from the Yamuna River across Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Uttaranchal, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Hardoi district is a part of Lucknow division
[12] Where are MIG engines assembled?
A.
Koraput
B.
Nasik
C.
Bangalore
D.
Ozar
Ans:
Koraput
Explanation :
Koraput is a town and a Notified Area Council in Koraput district in the Indian state of Odisha. HAL factory (Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, a defence enterprise of the Government of India) is only 15 km from Koraput town. This HAL factory makes military aircraft engines for MG and expanding for Sukhoi assembly line. The HAL factory and township is surrounded by hills and forest.
[13] Of the following, the town which does not come within the National Capital Region is?
A.
Panipat
B.
Rohtnk
C.
Khutja
D.
Mathura
Ans:
Mathura
Explanation :
The National Capital Region (NCR) in India is a name for the conurbation or metropolitan area which encompasses the entire National Capital Territory of Delhi as well as urban areas ringing it in neighbouring states of Haryana, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. Uttar Pradesh (UP) provides a 32% (10,853 sq. kms.) of the NCR. It borders Delhi on the east and forms the eastern territory of the NCR. Meerut is the second largest city in NCR. The districts of the state included in NCR (with their 2011 Census populations) are: Meerut, Baghpat, Buland-shahar, Ghaziabad, and Gautam Buddha Nagar District (Noida and Greater Noida).
[14] India lies in the hemisphere.
A.
northern and eastern
B.
southern and eastern
C.
northern and western
D.
northern and southern
Ans:
northern and eastern
Explanation :
India lies to the north of the equator, geographically located at 28° 36.8'N and 77° 12.5'E in the northern hemisphere of the globe.
[15] Which of the following mountain ranges in India are the oldest?
A.
Himalayas
B.
Vindhyas
C.
Aravalli
D.
Sahyadri
Ans:
Aravalli
Explanation :
The Aravali Range (Aravali) literally meaning 'line of peaks', is a range of mountains in western India and eastern Pakistan running approximately 800 km from northwest to southwest across Indian states of Rajasthan, Haryana, and Gujarat and Pakistani provinces of Punjab and Sindh. The Aravali range are the oldest fold mountains in India. The Aravali Range is the eroded stub of a range of ancient folded mountains. The range rose in a Precambrian event called the Aravali-Delhi orogeny. The range joins two of the ancient segments that make up the Indian craton, the Marwar segment to the northwest of the range, and the Bundelkhand segment to the southeast.
[16] The length of India's coastline is about –
A.
4900 kms
B.
5700 kms
C.
7500 kms
D.
8300 kms
Ans:
7500 kms
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[17] Which one of the following is the second highest peak of the world?
A.
Dhaulagiri
B.
Kanchenjunga
C.
K2
D.
Nanda Devi
Ans:
K2
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[18] The fertile land between two rivers is called –
A.
Watershed
B.
Water divide
C.
Doab
D.
Terai
Ans:
Doab
Explanation :
Doab is a term used in India and Pakistan for a "tongue" or tract of land lying between two confluent rivers. Unqualified by the names of any rivers, it designates the flat alluvial tract between the Ganges and Yamuna rivers in western and southwestern. Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand state in India, extending from the Sivalik Hills to the two rivers' confluence at Allahabad,
[19] The coast that belongs to Kerala is known as –
A.
Konkan Coast
B.
Malabar Coast
C.
Coromandel Coast
D.
Canara Coast
Ans:
Malabar Coast
Explanation :
The Malabar Coast is a long and narrow coastline on the south-western shore line of the mainland Indian subcontinent. In historical contexts, refers to India's southwestern coast, lying on the narrow coastal plain of Karnataka and Kerala states between the Western Ghats range and the Arabian Sea. Kerala is located on the Malabar coast.
[20] The highest waterfall of India is in the state of –
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Assam
C.
Maharashtra
D.
Karnataka
Ans:
Karnataka
Explanation :
Kunchikal Falls are the highest waterfalls in India and second highest waterfalls in Asia. They are located near Agumbe in Shimogaclistrict of state of Karnataka. Kumchikal falls are formed by Varahi River.
[21] Which of the following is referred to as 'Young Fold Mountains'?
A.
Aravallis
B.
Nilgiris
C.
Himalayas
D.
Vindhyas
Ans:
Himalayas
Explanation :
The Himalayas are known to be young fold mountains. They are considered young because they have been formed relatively recently in the earth's history, compared to older mountains such as the Aravalis.
[22] Nandadevi peak is located in State.
A.
Himachal Pradesh
B.
Uttarakhand
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Sikkim
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Nanda Devi is part of the Garhwal Himalayas, and is located in Uttarakhand, between the Rishiganga valley on the west and the Goriganga valley on the east. The peak, whose name means "Bliss-Giving Goddess", is regarded as the patron-goddess of the Uttarakhand Himalaya. It is the second highest mountain in India, and the highest located entirely within the country.
[23] The Andaman is separated from Nicobar by which water body?
A.
11° channel
B.
10° Channel
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Gulf of Mannar
Ans:
10° Channel
Explanation :
The Ten Degree Channel is a channel that separates the Little Andaman and Car Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal. The two sets of islands together form the Indian Union Territory (UT) of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The channel is so named as it lies on the 10-degree line of latitude, north of the equator.
[24] For which type of fertilizer, India is fully dependent on imports –
A.
Nitrogen Fertilizer
B.
Phosphatic Fertilizer
C.
Potash Fertilizer
D.
None of these
Ans:
Potash Fertilizer
Explanation :
Potash fertilizer is not manufactured in India.
[25] Which one of the following is a Wild Life Sanctuary?
A.
Jaldapara
B.
Garumara
C.
Corbett
D.
Chapramari
Ans:
Corbett
Explanation :
Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. It is situated in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The park acts as a protected area for the endangered Bengal tiger of India.
Explanation :
India, China, and Bangladesh are the three major producers in the cultivation or production of jute fiber. India has taken advantage of recent improvements in the cultivation of jute to become the largest producer or cultivator of jute in the world. Using advanced production techniques, India also has dominance over the worldwide jute products market. In terms of world export of jute fiber, Bangladesh's share is more than 70%, which makes Bangladesh the largest exporter of jute fiber in the world.
[4] Which of the following places are connected to the highest road of the world?
A.
Gangtok and Kathmandu
B.
Leh and Srinagar
C.
Manali and Leh
D.
Srinagar and Siachen
Ans:
Leh and Srinagar
Explanation :
National Highway-1 (NH-1), also known as SrinagarLeh Highway, is a National Highway entirely within the state of Jammu & Kashmir in North India that connects Srinagar to Leh in Ladakh and is maintained by Project Vijayak of the Border Roads Organization. It is one of the highest roads in the world. Running between the Indian cities of Leh and Manali, it opens up an inhospitable part of the Himalaya Mountains.
[5] In which State have Indian Railways introduced "Palace on Wheels" to promote tourism?
A.
Kerala
B.
Maharashtra
C.
Rajasthan
D.
Punjab
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
The Palace on Wheels is a luxury tourist train. It was launched by the Indian Railways to promote tourism in Rajasthan, and has been highly popular since its launch. Palace on Wheels comprises 14 deluxe air-conditioned saloons, completely self-sufficient and tastefully equipped to impress modern travellers.
[6] Which of the following districts is on the international border of India?
A.
Gorakhpur
B.
Jaipur
C.
Kinnaur
D.
Kullu
Ans:
Gorakhpur
Explanation :
Gorakhpur is a city in the eastern part of the state of Uttar Pradesh in India, near the border with Nepal. The district occupies the north-eastern corner of the state along with the district of Deoria, and comprises a large stretch of country lying to the north of the river Rapti, the deep stream of which forms its southern boundary with the Azamgarh district.
[7] Which countries are linked by the Khyber Pass?
A.
India and Pakistan
B.
India and Afghanistan
C.
Afghanistan and Pakistan
D.
Afghanistan and Tajikistan
Ans:
Afghanistan and Pakistan
Explanation :
The Khyber Pass, is a mountain pass connecting Afghanistan and Pakistan, cutting through the north- eastern part of the Spin Ghar mountains. An integral part of the ancient Silk Road, it is one of the oldest known passes in the world. Throughout history it has been an important trade route between Central Asia and South Asia and a strategic military location. Well known invasions of the area have been predominantly through the Khyber Pass, such as the invasions by Darius I and Alexander the Great.
[8] Which one of the following is not a desert district of Rajasthan?
A.
Kota
B.
Barmer
C.
Jaisalmer
D.
Churn
Ans:
Kota
Explanation :
The Thar Desert or the Great Indian Desert en-compasses about 70% of total landmass of Rajasthan and hence it is identified as the "Desert State of India". The Thar Desert embraces the districts of Jaisalmer, Barmer, Bikaner and Jodhpur. Chum is a town in the desert region, known as gateway to the Thar Desert.
[9] Which one of the following States does not use thermal electricity?
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Arunachal Pradesh
D.
Madhya Pradesh
Ans:
Arunachal Pradesh
Explanation :
There is not even a single thermal plant in India's North East and most of the power needs in the region and also power source in North East Grid comes from hydro-projects. In Arunachal Pradesh, the entire electricity generation is hydro.
[10] According to a study conducted by Hyderbad's National Institute of Nutrition, the healthiest of 14 fresh fruits commonly consumed in India with maximum 'Goodness Index' is :
A.
Indian Plum
B.
Mango
C.
Guava
D.
Custard apple
Ans:
Guava
Explanation :
The humble guava is the healthiest fruit for the human body, while the pineapple is at the bottom of this index. The first-of-its-kind research to evaluate the amount of natural antioxidant levels of 14 fresh fruits commonly consumed in India has come up with surprising revelations. Guava came in at the top, followed by the Indian plum. Mango, pomegranate, custard apple and apple are among the other fruits that offer, the highest amount of antioxidants.
[11] Which among the following districts is not situated in the terai of Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Pilibhit
B.
Bahraich
C.
Lakhim Fur
D.
Hardoi
Ans:
Hardoi
Explanation :
The Terai is a belt of marshy grasslands, savannas, and forests located south of the outer foothills of the Himalaya, the Siwalik Hills, and north of the Indo-Gangetic Plain of the Ganges, Brahmaputra and their tributaries. In northern India, the Terai spreads east-ward from the Yamuna River across Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Uttaranchal, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Hardoi district is a part of Lucknow division
[12] Where are MIG engines assembled?
A.
Koraput
B.
Nasik
C.
Bangalore
D.
Ozar
Ans:
Koraput
Explanation :
Koraput is a town and a Notified Area Council in Koraput district in the Indian state of Odisha. HAL factory (Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, a defence enterprise of the Government of India) is only 15 km from Koraput town. This HAL factory makes military aircraft engines for MG and expanding for Sukhoi assembly line. The HAL factory and township is surrounded by hills and forest.
[13] Of the following, the town which does not come within the National Capital Region is?
A.
Panipat
B.
Rohtnk
C.
Khutja
D.
Mathura
Ans:
Mathura
Explanation :
The National Capital Region (NCR) in India is a name for the conurbation or metropolitan area which encompasses the entire National Capital Territory of Delhi as well as urban areas ringing it in neighbouring states of Haryana, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. Uttar Pradesh (UP) provides a 32% (10,853 sq. kms.) of the NCR. It borders Delhi on the east and forms the eastern territory of the NCR. Meerut is the second largest city in NCR. The districts of the state included in NCR (with their 2011 Census populations) are: Meerut, Baghpat, Buland-shahar, Ghaziabad, and Gautam Buddha Nagar District (Noida and Greater Noida).
[14] India lies in the hemisphere.
A.
northern and eastern
B.
southern and eastern
C.
northern and western
D.
northern and southern
Ans:
northern and eastern
Explanation :
India lies to the north of the equator, geographically located at 28° 36.8'N and 77° 12.5'E in the northern hemisphere of the globe.
[15] Which of the following mountain ranges in India are the oldest?
A.
Himalayas
B.
Vindhyas
C.
Aravalli
D.
Sahyadri
Ans:
Aravalli
Explanation :
The Aravali Range (Aravali) literally meaning 'line of peaks', is a range of mountains in western India and eastern Pakistan running approximately 800 km from northwest to southwest across Indian states of Rajasthan, Haryana, and Gujarat and Pakistani provinces of Punjab and Sindh. The Aravali range are the oldest fold mountains in India. The Aravali Range is the eroded stub of a range of ancient folded mountains. The range rose in a Precambrian event called the Aravali-Delhi orogeny. The range joins two of the ancient segments that make up the Indian craton, the Marwar segment to the northwest of the range, and the Bundelkhand segment to the southeast.
[16] The length of India's coastline is about –
A.
4900 kms
B.
5700 kms
C.
7500 kms
D.
8300 kms
Ans:
7500 kms
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[17] Which one of the following is the second highest peak of the world?
A.
Dhaulagiri
B.
Kanchenjunga
C.
K2
D.
Nanda Devi
Ans:
K2
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[18] The fertile land between two rivers is called –
A.
Watershed
B.
Water divide
C.
Doab
D.
Terai
Ans:
Doab
Explanation :
Doab is a term used in India and Pakistan for a "tongue" or tract of land lying between two confluent rivers. Unqualified by the names of any rivers, it designates the flat alluvial tract between the Ganges and Yamuna rivers in western and southwestern. Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand state in India, extending from the Sivalik Hills to the two rivers' confluence at Allahabad,
[19] The coast that belongs to Kerala is known as –
A.
Konkan Coast
B.
Malabar Coast
C.
Coromandel Coast
D.
Canara Coast
Ans:
Malabar Coast
Explanation :
The Malabar Coast is a long and narrow coastline on the south-western shore line of the mainland Indian subcontinent. In historical contexts, refers to India's southwestern coast, lying on the narrow coastal plain of Karnataka and Kerala states between the Western Ghats range and the Arabian Sea. Kerala is located on the Malabar coast.
[20] The highest waterfall of India is in the state of –
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Assam
C.
Maharashtra
D.
Karnataka
Ans:
Karnataka
Explanation :
Kunchikal Falls are the highest waterfalls in India and second highest waterfalls in Asia. They are located near Agumbe in Shimogaclistrict of state of Karnataka. Kumchikal falls are formed by Varahi River.
[21] Which of the following is referred to as 'Young Fold Mountains'?
A.
Aravallis
B.
Nilgiris
C.
Himalayas
D.
Vindhyas
Ans:
Himalayas
Explanation :
The Himalayas are known to be young fold mountains. They are considered young because they have been formed relatively recently in the earth's history, compared to older mountains such as the Aravalis.
[22] Nandadevi peak is located in State.
A.
Himachal Pradesh
B.
Uttarakhand
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Sikkim
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Nanda Devi is part of the Garhwal Himalayas, and is located in Uttarakhand, between the Rishiganga valley on the west and the Goriganga valley on the east. The peak, whose name means "Bliss-Giving Goddess", is regarded as the patron-goddess of the Uttarakhand Himalaya. It is the second highest mountain in India, and the highest located entirely within the country.
[23] The Andaman is separated from Nicobar by which water body?
A.
11° channel
B.
10° Channel
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Gulf of Mannar
Ans:
10° Channel
Explanation :
The Ten Degree Channel is a channel that separates the Little Andaman and Car Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal. The two sets of islands together form the Indian Union Territory (UT) of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The channel is so named as it lies on the 10-degree line of latitude, north of the equator.
[24] For which type of fertilizer, India is fully dependent on imports –
A.
Nitrogen Fertilizer
B.
Phosphatic Fertilizer
C.
Potash Fertilizer
D.
None of these
Ans:
Potash Fertilizer
Explanation :
Potash fertilizer is not manufactured in India.
[25] Which one of the following is a Wild Life Sanctuary?
A.
Jaldapara
B.
Garumara
C.
Corbett
D.
Chapramari
Ans:
Corbett
Explanation :
Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. It is situated in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The park acts as a protected area for the endangered Bengal tiger of India.
Explanation :
The Palace on Wheels is a luxury tourist train. It was launched by the Indian Railways to promote tourism in Rajasthan, and has been highly popular since its launch. Palace on Wheels comprises 14 deluxe air-conditioned saloons, completely self-sufficient and tastefully equipped to impress modern travellers.
[6] Which of the following districts is on the international border of India?
A.
Gorakhpur
B.
Jaipur
C.
Kinnaur
D.
Kullu
Ans:
Gorakhpur
Explanation :
Gorakhpur is a city in the eastern part of the state of Uttar Pradesh in India, near the border with Nepal. The district occupies the north-eastern corner of the state along with the district of Deoria, and comprises a large stretch of country lying to the north of the river Rapti, the deep stream of which forms its southern boundary with the Azamgarh district.
[7] Which countries are linked by the Khyber Pass?
A.
India and Pakistan
B.
India and Afghanistan
C.
Afghanistan and Pakistan
D.
Afghanistan and Tajikistan
Ans:
Afghanistan and Pakistan
Explanation :
The Khyber Pass, is a mountain pass connecting Afghanistan and Pakistan, cutting through the north- eastern part of the Spin Ghar mountains. An integral part of the ancient Silk Road, it is one of the oldest known passes in the world. Throughout history it has been an important trade route between Central Asia and South Asia and a strategic military location. Well known invasions of the area have been predominantly through the Khyber Pass, such as the invasions by Darius I and Alexander the Great.
[8] Which one of the following is not a desert district of Rajasthan?
A.
Kota
B.
Barmer
C.
Jaisalmer
D.
Churn
Ans:
Kota
Explanation :
The Thar Desert or the Great Indian Desert en-compasses about 70% of total landmass of Rajasthan and hence it is identified as the "Desert State of India". The Thar Desert embraces the districts of Jaisalmer, Barmer, Bikaner and Jodhpur. Chum is a town in the desert region, known as gateway to the Thar Desert.
[9] Which one of the following States does not use thermal electricity?
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Arunachal Pradesh
D.
Madhya Pradesh
Ans:
Arunachal Pradesh
Explanation :
There is not even a single thermal plant in India's North East and most of the power needs in the region and also power source in North East Grid comes from hydro-projects. In Arunachal Pradesh, the entire electricity generation is hydro.
[10] According to a study conducted by Hyderbad's National Institute of Nutrition, the healthiest of 14 fresh fruits commonly consumed in India with maximum 'Goodness Index' is :
A.
Indian Plum
B.
Mango
C.
Guava
D.
Custard apple
Ans:
Guava
Explanation :
The humble guava is the healthiest fruit for the human body, while the pineapple is at the bottom of this index. The first-of-its-kind research to evaluate the amount of natural antioxidant levels of 14 fresh fruits commonly consumed in India has come up with surprising revelations. Guava came in at the top, followed by the Indian plum. Mango, pomegranate, custard apple and apple are among the other fruits that offer, the highest amount of antioxidants.
[11] Which among the following districts is not situated in the terai of Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Pilibhit
B.
Bahraich
C.
Lakhim Fur
D.
Hardoi
Ans:
Hardoi
Explanation :
The Terai is a belt of marshy grasslands, savannas, and forests located south of the outer foothills of the Himalaya, the Siwalik Hills, and north of the Indo-Gangetic Plain of the Ganges, Brahmaputra and their tributaries. In northern India, the Terai spreads east-ward from the Yamuna River across Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Uttaranchal, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Hardoi district is a part of Lucknow division
[12] Where are MIG engines assembled?
A.
Koraput
B.
Nasik
C.
Bangalore
D.
Ozar
Ans:
Koraput
Explanation :
Koraput is a town and a Notified Area Council in Koraput district in the Indian state of Odisha. HAL factory (Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, a defence enterprise of the Government of India) is only 15 km from Koraput town. This HAL factory makes military aircraft engines for MG and expanding for Sukhoi assembly line. The HAL factory and township is surrounded by hills and forest.
[13] Of the following, the town which does not come within the National Capital Region is?
A.
Panipat
B.
Rohtnk
C.
Khutja
D.
Mathura
Ans:
Mathura
Explanation :
The National Capital Region (NCR) in India is a name for the conurbation or metropolitan area which encompasses the entire National Capital Territory of Delhi as well as urban areas ringing it in neighbouring states of Haryana, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. Uttar Pradesh (UP) provides a 32% (10,853 sq. kms.) of the NCR. It borders Delhi on the east and forms the eastern territory of the NCR. Meerut is the second largest city in NCR. The districts of the state included in NCR (with their 2011 Census populations) are: Meerut, Baghpat, Buland-shahar, Ghaziabad, and Gautam Buddha Nagar District (Noida and Greater Noida).
[14] India lies in the hemisphere.
A.
northern and eastern
B.
southern and eastern
C.
northern and western
D.
northern and southern
Ans:
northern and eastern
Explanation :
India lies to the north of the equator, geographically located at 28° 36.8'N and 77° 12.5'E in the northern hemisphere of the globe.
[15] Which of the following mountain ranges in India are the oldest?
A.
Himalayas
B.
Vindhyas
C.
Aravalli
D.
Sahyadri
Ans:
Aravalli
Explanation :
The Aravali Range (Aravali) literally meaning 'line of peaks', is a range of mountains in western India and eastern Pakistan running approximately 800 km from northwest to southwest across Indian states of Rajasthan, Haryana, and Gujarat and Pakistani provinces of Punjab and Sindh. The Aravali range are the oldest fold mountains in India. The Aravali Range is the eroded stub of a range of ancient folded mountains. The range rose in a Precambrian event called the Aravali-Delhi orogeny. The range joins two of the ancient segments that make up the Indian craton, the Marwar segment to the northwest of the range, and the Bundelkhand segment to the southeast.
[16] The length of India's coastline is about –
A.
4900 kms
B.
5700 kms
C.
7500 kms
D.
8300 kms
Ans:
7500 kms
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[17] Which one of the following is the second highest peak of the world?
A.
Dhaulagiri
B.
Kanchenjunga
C.
K2
D.
Nanda Devi
Ans:
K2
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[18] The fertile land between two rivers is called –
A.
Watershed
B.
Water divide
C.
Doab
D.
Terai
Ans:
Doab
Explanation :
Doab is a term used in India and Pakistan for a "tongue" or tract of land lying between two confluent rivers. Unqualified by the names of any rivers, it designates the flat alluvial tract between the Ganges and Yamuna rivers in western and southwestern. Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand state in India, extending from the Sivalik Hills to the two rivers' confluence at Allahabad,
[19] The coast that belongs to Kerala is known as –
A.
Konkan Coast
B.
Malabar Coast
C.
Coromandel Coast
D.
Canara Coast
Ans:
Malabar Coast
Explanation :
The Malabar Coast is a long and narrow coastline on the south-western shore line of the mainland Indian subcontinent. In historical contexts, refers to India's southwestern coast, lying on the narrow coastal plain of Karnataka and Kerala states between the Western Ghats range and the Arabian Sea. Kerala is located on the Malabar coast.
[20] The highest waterfall of India is in the state of –
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Assam
C.
Maharashtra
D.
Karnataka
Ans:
Karnataka
Explanation :
Kunchikal Falls are the highest waterfalls in India and second highest waterfalls in Asia. They are located near Agumbe in Shimogaclistrict of state of Karnataka. Kumchikal falls are formed by Varahi River.
[21] Which of the following is referred to as 'Young Fold Mountains'?
A.
Aravallis
B.
Nilgiris
C.
Himalayas
D.
Vindhyas
Ans:
Himalayas
Explanation :
The Himalayas are known to be young fold mountains. They are considered young because they have been formed relatively recently in the earth's history, compared to older mountains such as the Aravalis.
[22] Nandadevi peak is located in State.
A.
Himachal Pradesh
B.
Uttarakhand
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Sikkim
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Nanda Devi is part of the Garhwal Himalayas, and is located in Uttarakhand, between the Rishiganga valley on the west and the Goriganga valley on the east. The peak, whose name means "Bliss-Giving Goddess", is regarded as the patron-goddess of the Uttarakhand Himalaya. It is the second highest mountain in India, and the highest located entirely within the country.
[23] The Andaman is separated from Nicobar by which water body?
A.
11° channel
B.
10° Channel
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Gulf of Mannar
Ans:
10° Channel
Explanation :
The Ten Degree Channel is a channel that separates the Little Andaman and Car Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal. The two sets of islands together form the Indian Union Territory (UT) of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The channel is so named as it lies on the 10-degree line of latitude, north of the equator.
[24] For which type of fertilizer, India is fully dependent on imports –
A.
Nitrogen Fertilizer
B.
Phosphatic Fertilizer
C.
Potash Fertilizer
D.
None of these
Ans:
Potash Fertilizer
Explanation :
Potash fertilizer is not manufactured in India.
[25] Which one of the following is a Wild Life Sanctuary?
A.
Jaldapara
B.
Garumara
C.
Corbett
D.
Chapramari
Ans:
Corbett
Explanation :
Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. It is situated in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The park acts as a protected area for the endangered Bengal tiger of India.
Explanation :
The Khyber Pass, is a mountain pass connecting Afghanistan and Pakistan, cutting through the north- eastern part of the Spin Ghar mountains. An integral part of the ancient Silk Road, it is one of the oldest known passes in the world. Throughout history it has been an important trade route between Central Asia and South Asia and a strategic military location. Well known invasions of the area have been predominantly through the Khyber Pass, such as the invasions by Darius I and Alexander the Great.
[8] Which one of the following is not a desert district of Rajasthan?
A.
Kota
B.
Barmer
C.
Jaisalmer
D.
Churn
Ans:
Kota
Explanation :
The Thar Desert or the Great Indian Desert en-compasses about 70% of total landmass of Rajasthan and hence it is identified as the "Desert State of India". The Thar Desert embraces the districts of Jaisalmer, Barmer, Bikaner and Jodhpur. Chum is a town in the desert region, known as gateway to the Thar Desert.
[9] Which one of the following States does not use thermal electricity?
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Arunachal Pradesh
D.
Madhya Pradesh
Ans:
Arunachal Pradesh
Explanation :
There is not even a single thermal plant in India's North East and most of the power needs in the region and also power source in North East Grid comes from hydro-projects. In Arunachal Pradesh, the entire electricity generation is hydro.
[10] According to a study conducted by Hyderbad's National Institute of Nutrition, the healthiest of 14 fresh fruits commonly consumed in India with maximum 'Goodness Index' is :
A.
Indian Plum
B.
Mango
C.
Guava
D.
Custard apple
Ans:
Guava
Explanation :
The humble guava is the healthiest fruit for the human body, while the pineapple is at the bottom of this index. The first-of-its-kind research to evaluate the amount of natural antioxidant levels of 14 fresh fruits commonly consumed in India has come up with surprising revelations. Guava came in at the top, followed by the Indian plum. Mango, pomegranate, custard apple and apple are among the other fruits that offer, the highest amount of antioxidants.
[11] Which among the following districts is not situated in the terai of Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Pilibhit
B.
Bahraich
C.
Lakhim Fur
D.
Hardoi
Ans:
Hardoi
Explanation :
The Terai is a belt of marshy grasslands, savannas, and forests located south of the outer foothills of the Himalaya, the Siwalik Hills, and north of the Indo-Gangetic Plain of the Ganges, Brahmaputra and their tributaries. In northern India, the Terai spreads east-ward from the Yamuna River across Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Uttaranchal, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Hardoi district is a part of Lucknow division
[12] Where are MIG engines assembled?
A.
Koraput
B.
Nasik
C.
Bangalore
D.
Ozar
Ans:
Koraput
Explanation :
Koraput is a town and a Notified Area Council in Koraput district in the Indian state of Odisha. HAL factory (Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, a defence enterprise of the Government of India) is only 15 km from Koraput town. This HAL factory makes military aircraft engines for MG and expanding for Sukhoi assembly line. The HAL factory and township is surrounded by hills and forest.
[13] Of the following, the town which does not come within the National Capital Region is?
A.
Panipat
B.
Rohtnk
C.
Khutja
D.
Mathura
Ans:
Mathura
Explanation :
The National Capital Region (NCR) in India is a name for the conurbation or metropolitan area which encompasses the entire National Capital Territory of Delhi as well as urban areas ringing it in neighbouring states of Haryana, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. Uttar Pradesh (UP) provides a 32% (10,853 sq. kms.) of the NCR. It borders Delhi on the east and forms the eastern territory of the NCR. Meerut is the second largest city in NCR. The districts of the state included in NCR (with their 2011 Census populations) are: Meerut, Baghpat, Buland-shahar, Ghaziabad, and Gautam Buddha Nagar District (Noida and Greater Noida).
[14] India lies in the hemisphere.
A.
northern and eastern
B.
southern and eastern
C.
northern and western
D.
northern and southern
Ans:
northern and eastern
Explanation :
India lies to the north of the equator, geographically located at 28° 36.8'N and 77° 12.5'E in the northern hemisphere of the globe.
[15] Which of the following mountain ranges in India are the oldest?
A.
Himalayas
B.
Vindhyas
C.
Aravalli
D.
Sahyadri
Ans:
Aravalli
Explanation :
The Aravali Range (Aravali) literally meaning 'line of peaks', is a range of mountains in western India and eastern Pakistan running approximately 800 km from northwest to southwest across Indian states of Rajasthan, Haryana, and Gujarat and Pakistani provinces of Punjab and Sindh. The Aravali range are the oldest fold mountains in India. The Aravali Range is the eroded stub of a range of ancient folded mountains. The range rose in a Precambrian event called the Aravali-Delhi orogeny. The range joins two of the ancient segments that make up the Indian craton, the Marwar segment to the northwest of the range, and the Bundelkhand segment to the southeast.
[16] The length of India's coastline is about –
A.
4900 kms
B.
5700 kms
C.
7500 kms
D.
8300 kms
Ans:
7500 kms
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[17] Which one of the following is the second highest peak of the world?
A.
Dhaulagiri
B.
Kanchenjunga
C.
K2
D.
Nanda Devi
Ans:
K2
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[18] The fertile land between two rivers is called –
A.
Watershed
B.
Water divide
C.
Doab
D.
Terai
Ans:
Doab
Explanation :
Doab is a term used in India and Pakistan for a "tongue" or tract of land lying between two confluent rivers. Unqualified by the names of any rivers, it designates the flat alluvial tract between the Ganges and Yamuna rivers in western and southwestern. Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand state in India, extending from the Sivalik Hills to the two rivers' confluence at Allahabad,
[19] The coast that belongs to Kerala is known as –
A.
Konkan Coast
B.
Malabar Coast
C.
Coromandel Coast
D.
Canara Coast
Ans:
Malabar Coast
Explanation :
The Malabar Coast is a long and narrow coastline on the south-western shore line of the mainland Indian subcontinent. In historical contexts, refers to India's southwestern coast, lying on the narrow coastal plain of Karnataka and Kerala states between the Western Ghats range and the Arabian Sea. Kerala is located on the Malabar coast.
[20] The highest waterfall of India is in the state of –
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Assam
C.
Maharashtra
D.
Karnataka
Ans:
Karnataka
Explanation :
Kunchikal Falls are the highest waterfalls in India and second highest waterfalls in Asia. They are located near Agumbe in Shimogaclistrict of state of Karnataka. Kumchikal falls are formed by Varahi River.
[21] Which of the following is referred to as 'Young Fold Mountains'?
A.
Aravallis
B.
Nilgiris
C.
Himalayas
D.
Vindhyas
Ans:
Himalayas
Explanation :
The Himalayas are known to be young fold mountains. They are considered young because they have been formed relatively recently in the earth's history, compared to older mountains such as the Aravalis.
[22] Nandadevi peak is located in State.
A.
Himachal Pradesh
B.
Uttarakhand
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Sikkim
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Nanda Devi is part of the Garhwal Himalayas, and is located in Uttarakhand, between the Rishiganga valley on the west and the Goriganga valley on the east. The peak, whose name means "Bliss-Giving Goddess", is regarded as the patron-goddess of the Uttarakhand Himalaya. It is the second highest mountain in India, and the highest located entirely within the country.
[23] The Andaman is separated from Nicobar by which water body?
A.
11° channel
B.
10° Channel
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Gulf of Mannar
Ans:
10° Channel
Explanation :
The Ten Degree Channel is a channel that separates the Little Andaman and Car Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal. The two sets of islands together form the Indian Union Territory (UT) of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The channel is so named as it lies on the 10-degree line of latitude, north of the equator.
[24] For which type of fertilizer, India is fully dependent on imports –
A.
Nitrogen Fertilizer
B.
Phosphatic Fertilizer
C.
Potash Fertilizer
D.
None of these
Ans:
Potash Fertilizer
Explanation :
Potash fertilizer is not manufactured in India.
[25] Which one of the following is a Wild Life Sanctuary?
A.
Jaldapara
B.
Garumara
C.
Corbett
D.
Chapramari
Ans:
Corbett
Explanation :
Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. It is situated in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The park acts as a protected area for the endangered Bengal tiger of India.
Explanation :
There is not even a single thermal plant in India's North East and most of the power needs in the region and also power source in North East Grid comes from hydro-projects. In Arunachal Pradesh, the entire electricity generation is hydro.
[10] According to a study conducted by Hyderbad's National Institute of Nutrition, the healthiest of 14 fresh fruits commonly consumed in India with maximum 'Goodness Index' is :
A.
Indian Plum
B.
Mango
C.
Guava
D.
Custard apple
Ans:
Guava
Explanation :
The humble guava is the healthiest fruit for the human body, while the pineapple is at the bottom of this index. The first-of-its-kind research to evaluate the amount of natural antioxidant levels of 14 fresh fruits commonly consumed in India has come up with surprising revelations. Guava came in at the top, followed by the Indian plum. Mango, pomegranate, custard apple and apple are among the other fruits that offer, the highest amount of antioxidants.
[11] Which among the following districts is not situated in the terai of Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Pilibhit
B.
Bahraich
C.
Lakhim Fur
D.
Hardoi
Ans:
Hardoi
Explanation :
The Terai is a belt of marshy grasslands, savannas, and forests located south of the outer foothills of the Himalaya, the Siwalik Hills, and north of the Indo-Gangetic Plain of the Ganges, Brahmaputra and their tributaries. In northern India, the Terai spreads east-ward from the Yamuna River across Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Uttaranchal, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Hardoi district is a part of Lucknow division
[12] Where are MIG engines assembled?
A.
Koraput
B.
Nasik
C.
Bangalore
D.
Ozar
Ans:
Koraput
Explanation :
Koraput is a town and a Notified Area Council in Koraput district in the Indian state of Odisha. HAL factory (Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, a defence enterprise of the Government of India) is only 15 km from Koraput town. This HAL factory makes military aircraft engines for MG and expanding for Sukhoi assembly line. The HAL factory and township is surrounded by hills and forest.
[13] Of the following, the town which does not come within the National Capital Region is?
A.
Panipat
B.
Rohtnk
C.
Khutja
D.
Mathura
Ans:
Mathura
Explanation :
The National Capital Region (NCR) in India is a name for the conurbation or metropolitan area which encompasses the entire National Capital Territory of Delhi as well as urban areas ringing it in neighbouring states of Haryana, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. Uttar Pradesh (UP) provides a 32% (10,853 sq. kms.) of the NCR. It borders Delhi on the east and forms the eastern territory of the NCR. Meerut is the second largest city in NCR. The districts of the state included in NCR (with their 2011 Census populations) are: Meerut, Baghpat, Buland-shahar, Ghaziabad, and Gautam Buddha Nagar District (Noida and Greater Noida).
[14] India lies in the hemisphere.
A.
northern and eastern
B.
southern and eastern
C.
northern and western
D.
northern and southern
Ans:
northern and eastern
Explanation :
India lies to the north of the equator, geographically located at 28° 36.8'N and 77° 12.5'E in the northern hemisphere of the globe.
[15] Which of the following mountain ranges in India are the oldest?
A.
Himalayas
B.
Vindhyas
C.
Aravalli
D.
Sahyadri
Ans:
Aravalli
Explanation :
The Aravali Range (Aravali) literally meaning 'line of peaks', is a range of mountains in western India and eastern Pakistan running approximately 800 km from northwest to southwest across Indian states of Rajasthan, Haryana, and Gujarat and Pakistani provinces of Punjab and Sindh. The Aravali range are the oldest fold mountains in India. The Aravali Range is the eroded stub of a range of ancient folded mountains. The range rose in a Precambrian event called the Aravali-Delhi orogeny. The range joins two of the ancient segments that make up the Indian craton, the Marwar segment to the northwest of the range, and the Bundelkhand segment to the southeast.
[16] The length of India's coastline is about –
A.
4900 kms
B.
5700 kms
C.
7500 kms
D.
8300 kms
Ans:
7500 kms
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[17] Which one of the following is the second highest peak of the world?
A.
Dhaulagiri
B.
Kanchenjunga
C.
K2
D.
Nanda Devi
Ans:
K2
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[18] The fertile land between two rivers is called –
A.
Watershed
B.
Water divide
C.
Doab
D.
Terai
Ans:
Doab
Explanation :
Doab is a term used in India and Pakistan for a "tongue" or tract of land lying between two confluent rivers. Unqualified by the names of any rivers, it designates the flat alluvial tract between the Ganges and Yamuna rivers in western and southwestern. Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand state in India, extending from the Sivalik Hills to the two rivers' confluence at Allahabad,
[19] The coast that belongs to Kerala is known as –
A.
Konkan Coast
B.
Malabar Coast
C.
Coromandel Coast
D.
Canara Coast
Ans:
Malabar Coast
Explanation :
The Malabar Coast is a long and narrow coastline on the south-western shore line of the mainland Indian subcontinent. In historical contexts, refers to India's southwestern coast, lying on the narrow coastal plain of Karnataka and Kerala states between the Western Ghats range and the Arabian Sea. Kerala is located on the Malabar coast.
[20] The highest waterfall of India is in the state of –
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Assam
C.
Maharashtra
D.
Karnataka
Ans:
Karnataka
Explanation :
Kunchikal Falls are the highest waterfalls in India and second highest waterfalls in Asia. They are located near Agumbe in Shimogaclistrict of state of Karnataka. Kumchikal falls are formed by Varahi River.
[21] Which of the following is referred to as 'Young Fold Mountains'?
A.
Aravallis
B.
Nilgiris
C.
Himalayas
D.
Vindhyas
Ans:
Himalayas
Explanation :
The Himalayas are known to be young fold mountains. They are considered young because they have been formed relatively recently in the earth's history, compared to older mountains such as the Aravalis.
[22] Nandadevi peak is located in State.
A.
Himachal Pradesh
B.
Uttarakhand
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Sikkim
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Nanda Devi is part of the Garhwal Himalayas, and is located in Uttarakhand, between the Rishiganga valley on the west and the Goriganga valley on the east. The peak, whose name means "Bliss-Giving Goddess", is regarded as the patron-goddess of the Uttarakhand Himalaya. It is the second highest mountain in India, and the highest located entirely within the country.
[23] The Andaman is separated from Nicobar by which water body?
A.
11° channel
B.
10° Channel
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Gulf of Mannar
Ans:
10° Channel
Explanation :
The Ten Degree Channel is a channel that separates the Little Andaman and Car Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal. The two sets of islands together form the Indian Union Territory (UT) of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The channel is so named as it lies on the 10-degree line of latitude, north of the equator.
[24] For which type of fertilizer, India is fully dependent on imports –
A.
Nitrogen Fertilizer
B.
Phosphatic Fertilizer
C.
Potash Fertilizer
D.
None of these
Ans:
Potash Fertilizer
Explanation :
Potash fertilizer is not manufactured in India.
[25] Which one of the following is a Wild Life Sanctuary?
A.
Jaldapara
B.
Garumara
C.
Corbett
D.
Chapramari
Ans:
Corbett
Explanation :
Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. It is situated in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The park acts as a protected area for the endangered Bengal tiger of India.
Explanation :
The Terai is a belt of marshy grasslands, savannas, and forests located south of the outer foothills of the Himalaya, the Siwalik Hills, and north of the Indo-Gangetic Plain of the Ganges, Brahmaputra and their tributaries. In northern India, the Terai spreads east-ward from the Yamuna River across Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Uttaranchal, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Hardoi district is a part of Lucknow division
[12] Where are MIG engines assembled?
A.
Koraput
B.
Nasik
C.
Bangalore
D.
Ozar
Ans:
Koraput
Explanation :
Koraput is a town and a Notified Area Council in Koraput district in the Indian state of Odisha. HAL factory (Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, a defence enterprise of the Government of India) is only 15 km from Koraput town. This HAL factory makes military aircraft engines for MG and expanding for Sukhoi assembly line. The HAL factory and township is surrounded by hills and forest.
[13] Of the following, the town which does not come within the National Capital Region is?
A.
Panipat
B.
Rohtnk
C.
Khutja
D.
Mathura
Ans:
Mathura
Explanation :
The National Capital Region (NCR) in India is a name for the conurbation or metropolitan area which encompasses the entire National Capital Territory of Delhi as well as urban areas ringing it in neighbouring states of Haryana, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. Uttar Pradesh (UP) provides a 32% (10,853 sq. kms.) of the NCR. It borders Delhi on the east and forms the eastern territory of the NCR. Meerut is the second largest city in NCR. The districts of the state included in NCR (with their 2011 Census populations) are: Meerut, Baghpat, Buland-shahar, Ghaziabad, and Gautam Buddha Nagar District (Noida and Greater Noida).
[14] India lies in the hemisphere.
A.
northern and eastern
B.
southern and eastern
C.
northern and western
D.
northern and southern
Ans:
northern and eastern
Explanation :
India lies to the north of the equator, geographically located at 28° 36.8'N and 77° 12.5'E in the northern hemisphere of the globe.
[15] Which of the following mountain ranges in India are the oldest?
A.
Himalayas
B.
Vindhyas
C.
Aravalli
D.
Sahyadri
Ans:
Aravalli
Explanation :
The Aravali Range (Aravali) literally meaning 'line of peaks', is a range of mountains in western India and eastern Pakistan running approximately 800 km from northwest to southwest across Indian states of Rajasthan, Haryana, and Gujarat and Pakistani provinces of Punjab and Sindh. The Aravali range are the oldest fold mountains in India. The Aravali Range is the eroded stub of a range of ancient folded mountains. The range rose in a Precambrian event called the Aravali-Delhi orogeny. The range joins two of the ancient segments that make up the Indian craton, the Marwar segment to the northwest of the range, and the Bundelkhand segment to the southeast.
[16] The length of India's coastline is about –
A.
4900 kms
B.
5700 kms
C.
7500 kms
D.
8300 kms
Ans:
7500 kms
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[17] Which one of the following is the second highest peak of the world?
A.
Dhaulagiri
B.
Kanchenjunga
C.
K2
D.
Nanda Devi
Ans:
K2
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[18] The fertile land between two rivers is called –
A.
Watershed
B.
Water divide
C.
Doab
D.
Terai
Ans:
Doab
Explanation :
Doab is a term used in India and Pakistan for a "tongue" or tract of land lying between two confluent rivers. Unqualified by the names of any rivers, it designates the flat alluvial tract between the Ganges and Yamuna rivers in western and southwestern. Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand state in India, extending from the Sivalik Hills to the two rivers' confluence at Allahabad,
[19] The coast that belongs to Kerala is known as –
A.
Konkan Coast
B.
Malabar Coast
C.
Coromandel Coast
D.
Canara Coast
Ans:
Malabar Coast
Explanation :
The Malabar Coast is a long and narrow coastline on the south-western shore line of the mainland Indian subcontinent. In historical contexts, refers to India's southwestern coast, lying on the narrow coastal plain of Karnataka and Kerala states between the Western Ghats range and the Arabian Sea. Kerala is located on the Malabar coast.
[20] The highest waterfall of India is in the state of –
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Assam
C.
Maharashtra
D.
Karnataka
Ans:
Karnataka
Explanation :
Kunchikal Falls are the highest waterfalls in India and second highest waterfalls in Asia. They are located near Agumbe in Shimogaclistrict of state of Karnataka. Kumchikal falls are formed by Varahi River.
[21] Which of the following is referred to as 'Young Fold Mountains'?
A.
Aravallis
B.
Nilgiris
C.
Himalayas
D.
Vindhyas
Ans:
Himalayas
Explanation :
The Himalayas are known to be young fold mountains. They are considered young because they have been formed relatively recently in the earth's history, compared to older mountains such as the Aravalis.
[22] Nandadevi peak is located in State.
A.
Himachal Pradesh
B.
Uttarakhand
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Sikkim
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Nanda Devi is part of the Garhwal Himalayas, and is located in Uttarakhand, between the Rishiganga valley on the west and the Goriganga valley on the east. The peak, whose name means "Bliss-Giving Goddess", is regarded as the patron-goddess of the Uttarakhand Himalaya. It is the second highest mountain in India, and the highest located entirely within the country.
[23] The Andaman is separated from Nicobar by which water body?
A.
11° channel
B.
10° Channel
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Gulf of Mannar
Ans:
10° Channel
Explanation :
The Ten Degree Channel is a channel that separates the Little Andaman and Car Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal. The two sets of islands together form the Indian Union Territory (UT) of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The channel is so named as it lies on the 10-degree line of latitude, north of the equator.
[24] For which type of fertilizer, India is fully dependent on imports –
A.
Nitrogen Fertilizer
B.
Phosphatic Fertilizer
C.
Potash Fertilizer
D.
None of these
Ans:
Potash Fertilizer
Explanation :
Potash fertilizer is not manufactured in India.
[25] Which one of the following is a Wild Life Sanctuary?
A.
Jaldapara
B.
Garumara
C.
Corbett
D.
Chapramari
Ans:
Corbett
Explanation :
Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. It is situated in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The park acts as a protected area for the endangered Bengal tiger of India.
Explanation :
The National Capital Region (NCR) in India is a name for the conurbation or metropolitan area which encompasses the entire National Capital Territory of Delhi as well as urban areas ringing it in neighbouring states of Haryana, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. Uttar Pradesh (UP) provides a 32% (10,853 sq. kms.) of the NCR. It borders Delhi on the east and forms the eastern territory of the NCR. Meerut is the second largest city in NCR. The districts of the state included in NCR (with their 2011 Census populations) are: Meerut, Baghpat, Buland-shahar, Ghaziabad, and Gautam Buddha Nagar District (Noida and Greater Noida).
[14] India lies in the hemisphere.
A.
northern and eastern
B.
southern and eastern
C.
northern and western
D.
northern and southern
Ans:
northern and eastern
Explanation :
India lies to the north of the equator, geographically located at 28° 36.8'N and 77° 12.5'E in the northern hemisphere of the globe.
[15] Which of the following mountain ranges in India are the oldest?
A.
Himalayas
B.
Vindhyas
C.
Aravalli
D.
Sahyadri
Ans:
Aravalli
Explanation :
The Aravali Range (Aravali) literally meaning 'line of peaks', is a range of mountains in western India and eastern Pakistan running approximately 800 km from northwest to southwest across Indian states of Rajasthan, Haryana, and Gujarat and Pakistani provinces of Punjab and Sindh. The Aravali range are the oldest fold mountains in India. The Aravali Range is the eroded stub of a range of ancient folded mountains. The range rose in a Precambrian event called the Aravali-Delhi orogeny. The range joins two of the ancient segments that make up the Indian craton, the Marwar segment to the northwest of the range, and the Bundelkhand segment to the southeast.
[16] The length of India's coastline is about –
A.
4900 kms
B.
5700 kms
C.
7500 kms
D.
8300 kms
Ans:
7500 kms
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[17] Which one of the following is the second highest peak of the world?
A.
Dhaulagiri
B.
Kanchenjunga
C.
K2
D.
Nanda Devi
Ans:
K2
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[18] The fertile land between two rivers is called –
A.
Watershed
B.
Water divide
C.
Doab
D.
Terai
Ans:
Doab
Explanation :
Doab is a term used in India and Pakistan for a "tongue" or tract of land lying between two confluent rivers. Unqualified by the names of any rivers, it designates the flat alluvial tract between the Ganges and Yamuna rivers in western and southwestern. Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand state in India, extending from the Sivalik Hills to the two rivers' confluence at Allahabad,
[19] The coast that belongs to Kerala is known as –
A.
Konkan Coast
B.
Malabar Coast
C.
Coromandel Coast
D.
Canara Coast
Ans:
Malabar Coast
Explanation :
The Malabar Coast is a long and narrow coastline on the south-western shore line of the mainland Indian subcontinent. In historical contexts, refers to India's southwestern coast, lying on the narrow coastal plain of Karnataka and Kerala states between the Western Ghats range and the Arabian Sea. Kerala is located on the Malabar coast.
[20] The highest waterfall of India is in the state of –
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Assam
C.
Maharashtra
D.
Karnataka
Ans:
Karnataka
Explanation :
Kunchikal Falls are the highest waterfalls in India and second highest waterfalls in Asia. They are located near Agumbe in Shimogaclistrict of state of Karnataka. Kumchikal falls are formed by Varahi River.
[21] Which of the following is referred to as 'Young Fold Mountains'?
A.
Aravallis
B.
Nilgiris
C.
Himalayas
D.
Vindhyas
Ans:
Himalayas
Explanation :
The Himalayas are known to be young fold mountains. They are considered young because they have been formed relatively recently in the earth's history, compared to older mountains such as the Aravalis.
[22] Nandadevi peak is located in State.
A.
Himachal Pradesh
B.
Uttarakhand
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Sikkim
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Nanda Devi is part of the Garhwal Himalayas, and is located in Uttarakhand, between the Rishiganga valley on the west and the Goriganga valley on the east. The peak, whose name means "Bliss-Giving Goddess", is regarded as the patron-goddess of the Uttarakhand Himalaya. It is the second highest mountain in India, and the highest located entirely within the country.
[23] The Andaman is separated from Nicobar by which water body?
A.
11° channel
B.
10° Channel
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Gulf of Mannar
Ans:
10° Channel
Explanation :
The Ten Degree Channel is a channel that separates the Little Andaman and Car Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal. The two sets of islands together form the Indian Union Territory (UT) of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The channel is so named as it lies on the 10-degree line of latitude, north of the equator.
[24] For which type of fertilizer, India is fully dependent on imports –
A.
Nitrogen Fertilizer
B.
Phosphatic Fertilizer
C.
Potash Fertilizer
D.
None of these
Ans:
Potash Fertilizer
Explanation :
Potash fertilizer is not manufactured in India.
[25] Which one of the following is a Wild Life Sanctuary?
A.
Jaldapara
B.
Garumara
C.
Corbett
D.
Chapramari
Ans:
Corbett
Explanation :
Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. It is situated in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The park acts as a protected area for the endangered Bengal tiger of India.
Explanation :
The Aravali Range (Aravali) literally meaning 'line of peaks', is a range of mountains in western India and eastern Pakistan running approximately 800 km from northwest to southwest across Indian states of Rajasthan, Haryana, and Gujarat and Pakistani provinces of Punjab and Sindh. The Aravali range are the oldest fold mountains in India. The Aravali Range is the eroded stub of a range of ancient folded mountains. The range rose in a Precambrian event called the Aravali-Delhi orogeny. The range joins two of the ancient segments that make up the Indian craton, the Marwar segment to the northwest of the range, and the Bundelkhand segment to the southeast.
[16] The length of India's coastline is about –
A.
4900 kms
B.
5700 kms
C.
7500 kms
D.
8300 kms
Ans:
7500 kms
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[17] Which one of the following is the second highest peak of the world?
A.
Dhaulagiri
B.
Kanchenjunga
C.
K2
D.
Nanda Devi
Ans:
K2
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[18] The fertile land between two rivers is called –
A.
Watershed
B.
Water divide
C.
Doab
D.
Terai
Ans:
Doab
Explanation :
Doab is a term used in India and Pakistan for a "tongue" or tract of land lying between two confluent rivers. Unqualified by the names of any rivers, it designates the flat alluvial tract between the Ganges and Yamuna rivers in western and southwestern. Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand state in India, extending from the Sivalik Hills to the two rivers' confluence at Allahabad,
[19] The coast that belongs to Kerala is known as –
A.
Konkan Coast
B.
Malabar Coast
C.
Coromandel Coast
D.
Canara Coast
Ans:
Malabar Coast
Explanation :
The Malabar Coast is a long and narrow coastline on the south-western shore line of the mainland Indian subcontinent. In historical contexts, refers to India's southwestern coast, lying on the narrow coastal plain of Karnataka and Kerala states between the Western Ghats range and the Arabian Sea. Kerala is located on the Malabar coast.
[20] The highest waterfall of India is in the state of –
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Assam
C.
Maharashtra
D.
Karnataka
Ans:
Karnataka
Explanation :
Kunchikal Falls are the highest waterfalls in India and second highest waterfalls in Asia. They are located near Agumbe in Shimogaclistrict of state of Karnataka. Kumchikal falls are formed by Varahi River.
[21] Which of the following is referred to as 'Young Fold Mountains'?
A.
Aravallis
B.
Nilgiris
C.
Himalayas
D.
Vindhyas
Ans:
Himalayas
Explanation :
The Himalayas are known to be young fold mountains. They are considered young because they have been formed relatively recently in the earth's history, compared to older mountains such as the Aravalis.
[22] Nandadevi peak is located in State.
A.
Himachal Pradesh
B.
Uttarakhand
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Sikkim
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Nanda Devi is part of the Garhwal Himalayas, and is located in Uttarakhand, between the Rishiganga valley on the west and the Goriganga valley on the east. The peak, whose name means "Bliss-Giving Goddess", is regarded as the patron-goddess of the Uttarakhand Himalaya. It is the second highest mountain in India, and the highest located entirely within the country.
[23] The Andaman is separated from Nicobar by which water body?
A.
11° channel
B.
10° Channel
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Gulf of Mannar
Ans:
10° Channel
Explanation :
The Ten Degree Channel is a channel that separates the Little Andaman and Car Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal. The two sets of islands together form the Indian Union Territory (UT) of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The channel is so named as it lies on the 10-degree line of latitude, north of the equator.
[24] For which type of fertilizer, India is fully dependent on imports –
A.
Nitrogen Fertilizer
B.
Phosphatic Fertilizer
C.
Potash Fertilizer
D.
None of these
Ans:
Potash Fertilizer
Explanation :
Potash fertilizer is not manufactured in India.
[25] Which one of the following is a Wild Life Sanctuary?
A.
Jaldapara
B.
Garumara
C.
Corbett
D.
Chapramari
Ans:
Corbett
Explanation :
Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. It is situated in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The park acts as a protected area for the endangered Bengal tiger of India.
Explanation :
Length of coastline of India including the coastlines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal and Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea is 7517 km. Length of Coastline of Indian mainland is 6100 km.
[18] The fertile land between two rivers is called –
A.
Watershed
B.
Water divide
C.
Doab
D.
Terai
Ans:
Doab
Explanation :
Doab is a term used in India and Pakistan for a "tongue" or tract of land lying between two confluent rivers. Unqualified by the names of any rivers, it designates the flat alluvial tract between the Ganges and Yamuna rivers in western and southwestern. Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand state in India, extending from the Sivalik Hills to the two rivers' confluence at Allahabad,
[19] The coast that belongs to Kerala is known as –
A.
Konkan Coast
B.
Malabar Coast
C.
Coromandel Coast
D.
Canara Coast
Ans:
Malabar Coast
Explanation :
The Malabar Coast is a long and narrow coastline on the south-western shore line of the mainland Indian subcontinent. In historical contexts, refers to India's southwestern coast, lying on the narrow coastal plain of Karnataka and Kerala states between the Western Ghats range and the Arabian Sea. Kerala is located on the Malabar coast.
[20] The highest waterfall of India is in the state of –
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Assam
C.
Maharashtra
D.
Karnataka
Ans:
Karnataka
Explanation :
Kunchikal Falls are the highest waterfalls in India and second highest waterfalls in Asia. They are located near Agumbe in Shimogaclistrict of state of Karnataka. Kumchikal falls are formed by Varahi River.
[21] Which of the following is referred to as 'Young Fold Mountains'?
A.
Aravallis
B.
Nilgiris
C.
Himalayas
D.
Vindhyas
Ans:
Himalayas
Explanation :
The Himalayas are known to be young fold mountains. They are considered young because they have been formed relatively recently in the earth's history, compared to older mountains such as the Aravalis.
[22] Nandadevi peak is located in State.
A.
Himachal Pradesh
B.
Uttarakhand
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Sikkim
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Nanda Devi is part of the Garhwal Himalayas, and is located in Uttarakhand, between the Rishiganga valley on the west and the Goriganga valley on the east. The peak, whose name means "Bliss-Giving Goddess", is regarded as the patron-goddess of the Uttarakhand Himalaya. It is the second highest mountain in India, and the highest located entirely within the country.
[23] The Andaman is separated from Nicobar by which water body?
A.
11° channel
B.
10° Channel
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Gulf of Mannar
Ans:
10° Channel
Explanation :
The Ten Degree Channel is a channel that separates the Little Andaman and Car Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal. The two sets of islands together form the Indian Union Territory (UT) of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The channel is so named as it lies on the 10-degree line of latitude, north of the equator.
[24] For which type of fertilizer, India is fully dependent on imports –
A.
Nitrogen Fertilizer
B.
Phosphatic Fertilizer
C.
Potash Fertilizer
D.
None of these
Ans:
Potash Fertilizer
Explanation :
Potash fertilizer is not manufactured in India.
[25] Which one of the following is a Wild Life Sanctuary?
A.
Jaldapara
B.
Garumara
C.
Corbett
D.
Chapramari
Ans:
Corbett
Explanation :
Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. It is situated in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The park acts as a protected area for the endangered Bengal tiger of India.
Explanation :
The Malabar Coast is a long and narrow coastline on the south-western shore line of the mainland Indian subcontinent. In historical contexts, refers to India's southwestern coast, lying on the narrow coastal plain of Karnataka and Kerala states between the Western Ghats range and the Arabian Sea. Kerala is located on the Malabar coast.
[20] The highest waterfall of India is in the state of –
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Assam
C.
Maharashtra
D.
Karnataka
Ans:
Karnataka
Explanation :
Kunchikal Falls are the highest waterfalls in India and second highest waterfalls in Asia. They are located near Agumbe in Shimogaclistrict of state of Karnataka. Kumchikal falls are formed by Varahi River.
[21] Which of the following is referred to as 'Young Fold Mountains'?
A.
Aravallis
B.
Nilgiris
C.
Himalayas
D.
Vindhyas
Ans:
Himalayas
Explanation :
The Himalayas are known to be young fold mountains. They are considered young because they have been formed relatively recently in the earth's history, compared to older mountains such as the Aravalis.
[22] Nandadevi peak is located in State.
A.
Himachal Pradesh
B.
Uttarakhand
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Sikkim
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Nanda Devi is part of the Garhwal Himalayas, and is located in Uttarakhand, between the Rishiganga valley on the west and the Goriganga valley on the east. The peak, whose name means "Bliss-Giving Goddess", is regarded as the patron-goddess of the Uttarakhand Himalaya. It is the second highest mountain in India, and the highest located entirely within the country.
[23] The Andaman is separated from Nicobar by which water body?
A.
11° channel
B.
10° Channel
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Gulf of Mannar
Ans:
10° Channel
Explanation :
The Ten Degree Channel is a channel that separates the Little Andaman and Car Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal. The two sets of islands together form the Indian Union Territory (UT) of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The channel is so named as it lies on the 10-degree line of latitude, north of the equator.
[24] For which type of fertilizer, India is fully dependent on imports –
A.
Nitrogen Fertilizer
B.
Phosphatic Fertilizer
C.
Potash Fertilizer
D.
None of these
Ans:
Potash Fertilizer
Explanation :
Potash fertilizer is not manufactured in India.
[25] Which one of the following is a Wild Life Sanctuary?
A.
Jaldapara
B.
Garumara
C.
Corbett
D.
Chapramari
Ans:
Corbett
Explanation :
Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. It is situated in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The park acts as a protected area for the endangered Bengal tiger of India.
Explanation :
The Himalayas are known to be young fold mountains. They are considered young because they have been formed relatively recently in the earth's history, compared to older mountains such as the Aravalis.
[22] Nandadevi peak is located in State.
A.
Himachal Pradesh
B.
Uttarakhand
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Sikkim
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Nanda Devi is part of the Garhwal Himalayas, and is located in Uttarakhand, between the Rishiganga valley on the west and the Goriganga valley on the east. The peak, whose name means "Bliss-Giving Goddess", is regarded as the patron-goddess of the Uttarakhand Himalaya. It is the second highest mountain in India, and the highest located entirely within the country.
[23] The Andaman is separated from Nicobar by which water body?
A.
11° channel
B.
10° Channel
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Gulf of Mannar
Ans:
10° Channel
Explanation :
The Ten Degree Channel is a channel that separates the Little Andaman and Car Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal. The two sets of islands together form the Indian Union Territory (UT) of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The channel is so named as it lies on the 10-degree line of latitude, north of the equator.
[24] For which type of fertilizer, India is fully dependent on imports –
A.
Nitrogen Fertilizer
B.
Phosphatic Fertilizer
C.
Potash Fertilizer
D.
None of these
Ans:
Potash Fertilizer
Explanation :
Potash fertilizer is not manufactured in India.
[25] Which one of the following is a Wild Life Sanctuary?
A.
Jaldapara
B.
Garumara
C.
Corbett
D.
Chapramari
Ans:
Corbett
Explanation :
Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. It is situated in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The park acts as a protected area for the endangered Bengal tiger of India.
Explanation :
The Ten Degree Channel is a channel that separates the Little Andaman and Car Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal. The two sets of islands together form the Indian Union Territory (UT) of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The channel is so named as it lies on the 10-degree line of latitude, north of the equator.
[24] For which type of fertilizer, India is fully dependent on imports –
A.
Nitrogen Fertilizer
B.
Phosphatic Fertilizer
C.
Potash Fertilizer
D.
None of these
Ans:
Potash Fertilizer
Explanation :
Potash fertilizer is not manufactured in India.
[25] Which one of the following is a Wild Life Sanctuary?
A.
Jaldapara
B.
Garumara
C.
Corbett
D.
Chapramari
Ans:
Corbett
Explanation :
Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. It is situated in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The park acts as a protected area for the endangered Bengal tiger of India.
Explanation :
Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. It is situated in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The park acts as a protected area for the endangered Bengal tiger of India.