[1] The mountain range which divides the North and the South India is–
A.
Himalayas
B.
Western ghats
C.
Vindhyas
D.
Satpura
Ans:
Vindhyas
Explanation :
The Vindhya Range is considered as the traditional boundary between North India and South India. It is a complex, discontinuous chain of mountain ridges, hill ranges, and plateau escarpments in west-central India. It runs north of and roughly parallel to the Narmada River in Madhya Pradesh and extends up to Gujarat in the west, and Uttar Pradesh and Bihar in the east.
[2] Mount Abu is a hill station located in ranges.
A.
Vindhya
B.
Satpuda
C.
Aravalli
D.
Sahyadri
Ans:
Aravalli
Explanation :
Mount Abu is a popular hill station in the Aravalli Range in Sirohi district of Rajasthan near the border with Gujarat. The mountain forms a distinct rocky plateau. The highest peak on the mountain is Guru Shikhar at 1,722 m above sea level. It is referred to as 'an oasis in the desert' as its heights are home to rivers, lakes, waterfalls and evergreen forests.
[3] India is the largest producer and exporter of –
A.
Cotton
B.
Copper
C.
Tea
D.
Mica
Ans:
Mica
Explanation :
India is not only the largest producer but also the largest exporter of mica in the world. Andhra Pradesh is the largest producer of mica (Geography of India by Majid Hussain). It is the second largest producer and exporter of tea after China in the world.
[4] Which one among the following industries is the maximum consumer of water in India?
A.
paper and Pulp
B.
Thermal Power
C.
Engineering
D.
Textile
Ans:
Thermal Power
Explanation :
Indian Thermal Power Plants are one of the highest consumers of water as compared to their global counterparts. On an average, for every 1000 Kwh power, Indian TPPs consume as much as 80 cubic meters of water. It consumes 87.87% of industrial water use in India.
[5] Which national highway connects Delhi and Kolkata via Mathura and Varanasi?
A.
NH4
B.
NH2
C.
NH10
D.
NH6
Ans:
NH2
Explanation :
National Highway 2, commonly referred as Delhi-Kolkata Road, is a busy Indian National Highway that runs through the states of Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. It constitutes a major portion of the historical Grand Trunk Road along with NH 91 and NH 1 in India.
[6] Which National Highway is called Shershah Suri Marg?
A.
National Highway No. 3
B.
National Highway No. 8
C.
National Highway No. 7
D.
National Highway No. 1
Ans:
National Highway No. 3
Explanation :
National Highway 1 or NH1 is a National Highway in Northern India that links the national capital New Delhi to the town of Attari in Punjab near the India-Pakistan border. This was a part of Grand Trunk Road of Sher Shah Suri that ran from Lahore to Bengal, built on earlier roads that existed from time immemorial.
[7] Which of the following states does not border on Myanmar?
A.
Arunachal Pradesh
B.
Nagaland
C.
Meghalaya
D.
Mizoram
Ans:
Meghalaya
Explanation :
Meghalaya is bounded on the north by Assam and by Bangladesh on the south.
[8] Which of the following states has international borders with three countries?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Sikkim
C.
Mizoram
D.
Jammu and Kashmir
Ans:
Sikkim
Explanation :
Sikkim is a landlocked Indian state located in the Himalayan Mountains. The state borders Nepal to the west, China's Tibet Autonomous Region to the north and east, and Bhutan to the southeast. The Indian state of West Bengal lies to the south.
[9] Which State of India has the largest area?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Maharashtra
D.
Rajasthan
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
Rajasthan is the largest state of the Republic of India by area. It covers 10.4 % of India. Next to follow in terms of area are: Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh
[10] In the history of Indian population, which duration period is referred to as 'A great leap forward'?
A.
1921-1931
B.
1941-1951
C.
1951 - 1961
D.
1971-1981
Ans:
1921-1931
Explanation :
The year 1921 marked the start of consistent population growth as revealed by the census. It was preceded by a decadal decline in growth rate during 1911-1921 which saw a net decrease of 0.3 per cent for the century as a whole. The year 1921 turned out to be demographic divide as in the post-1921 period; the population began to show signs of steady increase.
[11] According to 2011 Census, the State having maximum population is–
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Kerala
D.
Uttar Pradesh
Ans:
Uttar Pradesh
Explanation :
With total population of 19,98,12,341, Uttar Pradesh is the most heavily populated state of India as per the 2011 Census. It constitutes 16.51% of India's population. Maharashtra and Bihar come next with respective contributions of 9.28% and 8.60% to the national population.
[12] As per Census of India, an Urban area with a population from 50,000 to 99,999 is named as –
A.
Class II town
B.
Class III town
C.
Class IV town
D.
Class I town
Ans:
Class II town
Explanation :
The Census of India groups all towns and urban agglomerations into the following six classes according to population size: • Class I: population of 100,000 and above • Class II: population of 50,000 to 99,999 • Class III: population of 20,000 to 49,999 • Class IV: population of 10,000 to 19,999 • Class V: population of 5,000 to 9,999 • Class VI: population less than 5,000
[13] Who was the creator of the famous Rock Garden of Chandigarh?
A.
Khushwant Singh
B.
Charles Corbusier
C.
Edward Baker
D.
Nek Chand
Ans:
Nek Chand
Explanation :
The Rock Garden of Chandigarh is a sculpture garden that was created by Nek Chand, a government official who started it secretly in his spare time in 1957. It is also known as Nek Chard's Rock Garden. Today it is spread over an area of 40 acres. It is completely built of industrial and home waste items.
[14] The atomic power station in Rajasthan is situated at :
A.
Pokhran
B.
Suratgarh
C.
Rawatbhata
D.
Chittorgarh
Ans:
Rawatbhata
Explanation :
The Rajasthan Atomic Power Station (RAPS) is located at Rawatbhata in Chittorgarh district of the state. Commissioned on 16 December 1973, it is operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India. Currently, RAPS has six Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) units operating with a total installed capacity of 1,180MW.
[15] The Wheeler Island has been renamed as –
A.
Vikram Sarabhai Island
B.
Satish Dhawan Island
C.
Abdul Kalam Island
D.
C.V. Raman Island
Ans:
Abdul Kalam Island
Explanation :
The Rajasthan Atomic Power Station (RAPS) is located at Rawatbhata in Chittorgarh district of the state. Commissioned on 16 December 1973, it is operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India. Currently, RAPS has six Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) units operating with a total installed capacity of 1,180MW.
[16] Out of the following Indian States, which State does not have any maritime boundary?
A.
Gujarat
B.
Goa
C.
Rajasthan
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
Rajasthan is a land-locked state which is bordered by Pakistan to the west, Gujarat to the south-west, Madhya Pradesh to the southeast, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to the northeast and Punjab to the north.
[17] What is the stage in the population cycle in which India is classified on the basis of its demo- graphic characteristics?
A.
Early expanding stage
B.
High stationary stage
C.
Late expanding stage
D.
Declining stage
Ans:
Late expanding stage
Explanation :
The demographic transition model is a chart showing the different stages of a country's population's birth rate and death rate. There are 5 stages, with each progressively going further into the future. India is in stage 2 of the demographic transition model right now with a high birth rate of 23 per 1000, and a decreasing death rate of 7 per 1000.
[18] In India, population density is defined as the number of persons –
A.
per square mile
B.
per lakh square mile
C.
per lakh square kilometre
D.
per square kilometre
Ans:
per square kilometre
Explanation :
For humans, population density is the number of people per unit of area usually per square kilometer or mile (which may include or exclude cultivated or potentially productive area). Commonly this may be calculated for a county, city, country, another territory, or the entire world. The world's population is 7 billion, and Earth's total area (including land and water) is 510 million square kilometers (197 million square miles. According to 2011 census population density of India is 382.
[19] Jawahar Tunnel, the largest in India is located in the State of–
A.
Jammu & Kashmir
B.
Maharashtra
C.
Karnataka
D.
Himachal Pradesh
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation :
Jawahar Tunnel or Banihal Tunnel, named after the first Prime Minister of India, was constructed for round-the-year surface transport by Mr. Alfred Kunz and C. Barsel (both were German) between 1954 and 1960. Situated between Banihal and Qazigund, This tunnel facilitates round-the-year road connectivity to Srinagar From Jammu.
[20] The most literate union territory in India is –
A.
Delhi
B.
Lakshadweep
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Pondicherry
Ans:
Lakshadweep
Explanation :
According to India's census facts 2011, Kerala comes up as the most literate state in the country with 94.0 percentage of literacy rate. The state of Bihar is the least literate with 61.8% of literacy rate. As regards to Union Territories, Lakshadweep shows the highest literacy rate of 91.8%. The least literate Union Territory in India is Dadra and Nagar Haveli with a literacy rate of 76.2%.
[21] Where in India can you normally spot the Siberian crane in winter?
A.
Sasangir Sanctuary
B.
Ranthambore Sanctuary
C.
Dachigam National Park
D.
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Ans:
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Explanation :
The Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India is a famous avifauna sanctuary that plays host to thousands of birds especially during the winter season. Over 230 species of birds are known to have made the National Park their home. The Sanctuary is one of the richest bird areas in the world. It is known for nesting of its resident birds and visiting migratory birds including water birds. The rare Siberian cranes used to winter in this park but this central population of Siberian Cranes is now extinct.
[22] The famous 'Gir' forests are located in –
A.
Mysore
B.
Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Gujarat
Explanation :
Gir Forest National Park or Sasan Gir is a forest and wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat. It is the sole home of the pure Asiatic Lions (Panthera leo persica) and is considered to be one of the most important protected areas in Asia due to its supported species. The ecosystem of Gir, with its diverse flora and fauna, is protected as a result of the efforts of the government forest department, wildlife activists and NG0s.
[23] Which of the following is the area of lowest pressure over Indian subcontinent during the hot dry weather season?
A.
RannofKachchh
B.
Rajasthan
C.
North-West India
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
North-West India
Explanation :
The southwestern summer monsoons occur from June through September. The Thar Desert and adjoining areas of the northern and central Indian sub-continent heats up considerably during the hot summers. This causes a low pressure area over the northern and central Indian subcontinent. To fill this void, the moisture-laden winds from the Indian Ocean rush in to the subcontinent.
[24] The driest part of India is –
A.
Western Rajasthan
B.
Jammu and Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Madhya Pradesh
Ans:
Western Rajasthan
Explanation :
Western Rajasthan is the driest region in India. Jaisalmer in western Rajasthan is the driest place which receives the lowest rainfall (less than 10 cm). It is due to its distance from the monsoon winds of the Bay of Bengal and location in the sub-tropical high pressure belt.
[25] Which of the following cities in India is considered greenest?
A.
Bengaluru
B.
Delhi
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Thiruvananthapuram
Ans:
Chandigarh
Explanation :
Chandigarh is considered the greenest city of India. Chandigarh is a city and a union territory in India that serves as the capital of the two neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana.
Explanation :
The Vindhya Range is considered as the traditional boundary between North India and South India. It is a complex, discontinuous chain of mountain ridges, hill ranges, and plateau escarpments in west-central India. It runs north of and roughly parallel to the Narmada River in Madhya Pradesh and extends up to Gujarat in the west, and Uttar Pradesh and Bihar in the east.
[2] Mount Abu is a hill station located in ranges.
A.
Vindhya
B.
Satpuda
C.
Aravalli
D.
Sahyadri
Ans:
Aravalli
Explanation :
Mount Abu is a popular hill station in the Aravalli Range in Sirohi district of Rajasthan near the border with Gujarat. The mountain forms a distinct rocky plateau. The highest peak on the mountain is Guru Shikhar at 1,722 m above sea level. It is referred to as 'an oasis in the desert' as its heights are home to rivers, lakes, waterfalls and evergreen forests.
[3] India is the largest producer and exporter of –
A.
Cotton
B.
Copper
C.
Tea
D.
Mica
Ans:
Mica
Explanation :
India is not only the largest producer but also the largest exporter of mica in the world. Andhra Pradesh is the largest producer of mica (Geography of India by Majid Hussain). It is the second largest producer and exporter of tea after China in the world.
[4] Which one among the following industries is the maximum consumer of water in India?
A.
paper and Pulp
B.
Thermal Power
C.
Engineering
D.
Textile
Ans:
Thermal Power
Explanation :
Indian Thermal Power Plants are one of the highest consumers of water as compared to their global counterparts. On an average, for every 1000 Kwh power, Indian TPPs consume as much as 80 cubic meters of water. It consumes 87.87% of industrial water use in India.
[5] Which national highway connects Delhi and Kolkata via Mathura and Varanasi?
A.
NH4
B.
NH2
C.
NH10
D.
NH6
Ans:
NH2
Explanation :
National Highway 2, commonly referred as Delhi-Kolkata Road, is a busy Indian National Highway that runs through the states of Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. It constitutes a major portion of the historical Grand Trunk Road along with NH 91 and NH 1 in India.
[6] Which National Highway is called Shershah Suri Marg?
A.
National Highway No. 3
B.
National Highway No. 8
C.
National Highway No. 7
D.
National Highway No. 1
Ans:
National Highway No. 3
Explanation :
National Highway 1 or NH1 is a National Highway in Northern India that links the national capital New Delhi to the town of Attari in Punjab near the India-Pakistan border. This was a part of Grand Trunk Road of Sher Shah Suri that ran from Lahore to Bengal, built on earlier roads that existed from time immemorial.
[7] Which of the following states does not border on Myanmar?
A.
Arunachal Pradesh
B.
Nagaland
C.
Meghalaya
D.
Mizoram
Ans:
Meghalaya
Explanation :
Meghalaya is bounded on the north by Assam and by Bangladesh on the south.
[8] Which of the following states has international borders with three countries?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Sikkim
C.
Mizoram
D.
Jammu and Kashmir
Ans:
Sikkim
Explanation :
Sikkim is a landlocked Indian state located in the Himalayan Mountains. The state borders Nepal to the west, China's Tibet Autonomous Region to the north and east, and Bhutan to the southeast. The Indian state of West Bengal lies to the south.
[9] Which State of India has the largest area?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Maharashtra
D.
Rajasthan
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
Rajasthan is the largest state of the Republic of India by area. It covers 10.4 % of India. Next to follow in terms of area are: Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh
[10] In the history of Indian population, which duration period is referred to as 'A great leap forward'?
A.
1921-1931
B.
1941-1951
C.
1951 - 1961
D.
1971-1981
Ans:
1921-1931
Explanation :
The year 1921 marked the start of consistent population growth as revealed by the census. It was preceded by a decadal decline in growth rate during 1911-1921 which saw a net decrease of 0.3 per cent for the century as a whole. The year 1921 turned out to be demographic divide as in the post-1921 period; the population began to show signs of steady increase.
[11] According to 2011 Census, the State having maximum population is–
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Kerala
D.
Uttar Pradesh
Ans:
Uttar Pradesh
Explanation :
With total population of 19,98,12,341, Uttar Pradesh is the most heavily populated state of India as per the 2011 Census. It constitutes 16.51% of India's population. Maharashtra and Bihar come next with respective contributions of 9.28% and 8.60% to the national population.
[12] As per Census of India, an Urban area with a population from 50,000 to 99,999 is named as –
A.
Class II town
B.
Class III town
C.
Class IV town
D.
Class I town
Ans:
Class II town
Explanation :
The Census of India groups all towns and urban agglomerations into the following six classes according to population size: • Class I: population of 100,000 and above • Class II: population of 50,000 to 99,999 • Class III: population of 20,000 to 49,999 • Class IV: population of 10,000 to 19,999 • Class V: population of 5,000 to 9,999 • Class VI: population less than 5,000
[13] Who was the creator of the famous Rock Garden of Chandigarh?
A.
Khushwant Singh
B.
Charles Corbusier
C.
Edward Baker
D.
Nek Chand
Ans:
Nek Chand
Explanation :
The Rock Garden of Chandigarh is a sculpture garden that was created by Nek Chand, a government official who started it secretly in his spare time in 1957. It is also known as Nek Chard's Rock Garden. Today it is spread over an area of 40 acres. It is completely built of industrial and home waste items.
[14] The atomic power station in Rajasthan is situated at :
A.
Pokhran
B.
Suratgarh
C.
Rawatbhata
D.
Chittorgarh
Ans:
Rawatbhata
Explanation :
The Rajasthan Atomic Power Station (RAPS) is located at Rawatbhata in Chittorgarh district of the state. Commissioned on 16 December 1973, it is operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India. Currently, RAPS has six Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) units operating with a total installed capacity of 1,180MW.
[15] The Wheeler Island has been renamed as –
A.
Vikram Sarabhai Island
B.
Satish Dhawan Island
C.
Abdul Kalam Island
D.
C.V. Raman Island
Ans:
Abdul Kalam Island
Explanation :
The Rajasthan Atomic Power Station (RAPS) is located at Rawatbhata in Chittorgarh district of the state. Commissioned on 16 December 1973, it is operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India. Currently, RAPS has six Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) units operating with a total installed capacity of 1,180MW.
[16] Out of the following Indian States, which State does not have any maritime boundary?
A.
Gujarat
B.
Goa
C.
Rajasthan
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
Rajasthan is a land-locked state which is bordered by Pakistan to the west, Gujarat to the south-west, Madhya Pradesh to the southeast, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to the northeast and Punjab to the north.
[17] What is the stage in the population cycle in which India is classified on the basis of its demo- graphic characteristics?
A.
Early expanding stage
B.
High stationary stage
C.
Late expanding stage
D.
Declining stage
Ans:
Late expanding stage
Explanation :
The demographic transition model is a chart showing the different stages of a country's population's birth rate and death rate. There are 5 stages, with each progressively going further into the future. India is in stage 2 of the demographic transition model right now with a high birth rate of 23 per 1000, and a decreasing death rate of 7 per 1000.
[18] In India, population density is defined as the number of persons –
A.
per square mile
B.
per lakh square mile
C.
per lakh square kilometre
D.
per square kilometre
Ans:
per square kilometre
Explanation :
For humans, population density is the number of people per unit of area usually per square kilometer or mile (which may include or exclude cultivated or potentially productive area). Commonly this may be calculated for a county, city, country, another territory, or the entire world. The world's population is 7 billion, and Earth's total area (including land and water) is 510 million square kilometers (197 million square miles. According to 2011 census population density of India is 382.
[19] Jawahar Tunnel, the largest in India is located in the State of–
A.
Jammu & Kashmir
B.
Maharashtra
C.
Karnataka
D.
Himachal Pradesh
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation :
Jawahar Tunnel or Banihal Tunnel, named after the first Prime Minister of India, was constructed for round-the-year surface transport by Mr. Alfred Kunz and C. Barsel (both were German) between 1954 and 1960. Situated between Banihal and Qazigund, This tunnel facilitates round-the-year road connectivity to Srinagar From Jammu.
[20] The most literate union territory in India is –
A.
Delhi
B.
Lakshadweep
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Pondicherry
Ans:
Lakshadweep
Explanation :
According to India's census facts 2011, Kerala comes up as the most literate state in the country with 94.0 percentage of literacy rate. The state of Bihar is the least literate with 61.8% of literacy rate. As regards to Union Territories, Lakshadweep shows the highest literacy rate of 91.8%. The least literate Union Territory in India is Dadra and Nagar Haveli with a literacy rate of 76.2%.
[21] Where in India can you normally spot the Siberian crane in winter?
A.
Sasangir Sanctuary
B.
Ranthambore Sanctuary
C.
Dachigam National Park
D.
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Ans:
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Explanation :
The Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India is a famous avifauna sanctuary that plays host to thousands of birds especially during the winter season. Over 230 species of birds are known to have made the National Park their home. The Sanctuary is one of the richest bird areas in the world. It is known for nesting of its resident birds and visiting migratory birds including water birds. The rare Siberian cranes used to winter in this park but this central population of Siberian Cranes is now extinct.
[22] The famous 'Gir' forests are located in –
A.
Mysore
B.
Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Gujarat
Explanation :
Gir Forest National Park or Sasan Gir is a forest and wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat. It is the sole home of the pure Asiatic Lions (Panthera leo persica) and is considered to be one of the most important protected areas in Asia due to its supported species. The ecosystem of Gir, with its diverse flora and fauna, is protected as a result of the efforts of the government forest department, wildlife activists and NG0s.
[23] Which of the following is the area of lowest pressure over Indian subcontinent during the hot dry weather season?
A.
RannofKachchh
B.
Rajasthan
C.
North-West India
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
North-West India
Explanation :
The southwestern summer monsoons occur from June through September. The Thar Desert and adjoining areas of the northern and central Indian sub-continent heats up considerably during the hot summers. This causes a low pressure area over the northern and central Indian subcontinent. To fill this void, the moisture-laden winds from the Indian Ocean rush in to the subcontinent.
[24] The driest part of India is –
A.
Western Rajasthan
B.
Jammu and Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Madhya Pradesh
Ans:
Western Rajasthan
Explanation :
Western Rajasthan is the driest region in India. Jaisalmer in western Rajasthan is the driest place which receives the lowest rainfall (less than 10 cm). It is due to its distance from the monsoon winds of the Bay of Bengal and location in the sub-tropical high pressure belt.
[25] Which of the following cities in India is considered greenest?
A.
Bengaluru
B.
Delhi
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Thiruvananthapuram
Ans:
Chandigarh
Explanation :
Chandigarh is considered the greenest city of India. Chandigarh is a city and a union territory in India that serves as the capital of the two neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana.
Explanation :
India is not only the largest producer but also the largest exporter of mica in the world. Andhra Pradesh is the largest producer of mica (Geography of India by Majid Hussain). It is the second largest producer and exporter of tea after China in the world.
[4] Which one among the following industries is the maximum consumer of water in India?
A.
paper and Pulp
B.
Thermal Power
C.
Engineering
D.
Textile
Ans:
Thermal Power
Explanation :
Indian Thermal Power Plants are one of the highest consumers of water as compared to their global counterparts. On an average, for every 1000 Kwh power, Indian TPPs consume as much as 80 cubic meters of water. It consumes 87.87% of industrial water use in India.
[5] Which national highway connects Delhi and Kolkata via Mathura and Varanasi?
A.
NH4
B.
NH2
C.
NH10
D.
NH6
Ans:
NH2
Explanation :
National Highway 2, commonly referred as Delhi-Kolkata Road, is a busy Indian National Highway that runs through the states of Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. It constitutes a major portion of the historical Grand Trunk Road along with NH 91 and NH 1 in India.
[6] Which National Highway is called Shershah Suri Marg?
A.
National Highway No. 3
B.
National Highway No. 8
C.
National Highway No. 7
D.
National Highway No. 1
Ans:
National Highway No. 3
Explanation :
National Highway 1 or NH1 is a National Highway in Northern India that links the national capital New Delhi to the town of Attari in Punjab near the India-Pakistan border. This was a part of Grand Trunk Road of Sher Shah Suri that ran from Lahore to Bengal, built on earlier roads that existed from time immemorial.
[7] Which of the following states does not border on Myanmar?
A.
Arunachal Pradesh
B.
Nagaland
C.
Meghalaya
D.
Mizoram
Ans:
Meghalaya
Explanation :
Meghalaya is bounded on the north by Assam and by Bangladesh on the south.
[8] Which of the following states has international borders with three countries?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Sikkim
C.
Mizoram
D.
Jammu and Kashmir
Ans:
Sikkim
Explanation :
Sikkim is a landlocked Indian state located in the Himalayan Mountains. The state borders Nepal to the west, China's Tibet Autonomous Region to the north and east, and Bhutan to the southeast. The Indian state of West Bengal lies to the south.
[9] Which State of India has the largest area?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Maharashtra
D.
Rajasthan
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
Rajasthan is the largest state of the Republic of India by area. It covers 10.4 % of India. Next to follow in terms of area are: Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh
[10] In the history of Indian population, which duration period is referred to as 'A great leap forward'?
A.
1921-1931
B.
1941-1951
C.
1951 - 1961
D.
1971-1981
Ans:
1921-1931
Explanation :
The year 1921 marked the start of consistent population growth as revealed by the census. It was preceded by a decadal decline in growth rate during 1911-1921 which saw a net decrease of 0.3 per cent for the century as a whole. The year 1921 turned out to be demographic divide as in the post-1921 period; the population began to show signs of steady increase.
[11] According to 2011 Census, the State having maximum population is–
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Kerala
D.
Uttar Pradesh
Ans:
Uttar Pradesh
Explanation :
With total population of 19,98,12,341, Uttar Pradesh is the most heavily populated state of India as per the 2011 Census. It constitutes 16.51% of India's population. Maharashtra and Bihar come next with respective contributions of 9.28% and 8.60% to the national population.
[12] As per Census of India, an Urban area with a population from 50,000 to 99,999 is named as –
A.
Class II town
B.
Class III town
C.
Class IV town
D.
Class I town
Ans:
Class II town
Explanation :
The Census of India groups all towns and urban agglomerations into the following six classes according to population size: • Class I: population of 100,000 and above • Class II: population of 50,000 to 99,999 • Class III: population of 20,000 to 49,999 • Class IV: population of 10,000 to 19,999 • Class V: population of 5,000 to 9,999 • Class VI: population less than 5,000
[13] Who was the creator of the famous Rock Garden of Chandigarh?
A.
Khushwant Singh
B.
Charles Corbusier
C.
Edward Baker
D.
Nek Chand
Ans:
Nek Chand
Explanation :
The Rock Garden of Chandigarh is a sculpture garden that was created by Nek Chand, a government official who started it secretly in his spare time in 1957. It is also known as Nek Chard's Rock Garden. Today it is spread over an area of 40 acres. It is completely built of industrial and home waste items.
[14] The atomic power station in Rajasthan is situated at :
A.
Pokhran
B.
Suratgarh
C.
Rawatbhata
D.
Chittorgarh
Ans:
Rawatbhata
Explanation :
The Rajasthan Atomic Power Station (RAPS) is located at Rawatbhata in Chittorgarh district of the state. Commissioned on 16 December 1973, it is operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India. Currently, RAPS has six Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) units operating with a total installed capacity of 1,180MW.
[15] The Wheeler Island has been renamed as –
A.
Vikram Sarabhai Island
B.
Satish Dhawan Island
C.
Abdul Kalam Island
D.
C.V. Raman Island
Ans:
Abdul Kalam Island
Explanation :
The Rajasthan Atomic Power Station (RAPS) is located at Rawatbhata in Chittorgarh district of the state. Commissioned on 16 December 1973, it is operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India. Currently, RAPS has six Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) units operating with a total installed capacity of 1,180MW.
[16] Out of the following Indian States, which State does not have any maritime boundary?
A.
Gujarat
B.
Goa
C.
Rajasthan
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
Rajasthan is a land-locked state which is bordered by Pakistan to the west, Gujarat to the south-west, Madhya Pradesh to the southeast, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to the northeast and Punjab to the north.
[17] What is the stage in the population cycle in which India is classified on the basis of its demo- graphic characteristics?
A.
Early expanding stage
B.
High stationary stage
C.
Late expanding stage
D.
Declining stage
Ans:
Late expanding stage
Explanation :
The demographic transition model is a chart showing the different stages of a country's population's birth rate and death rate. There are 5 stages, with each progressively going further into the future. India is in stage 2 of the demographic transition model right now with a high birth rate of 23 per 1000, and a decreasing death rate of 7 per 1000.
[18] In India, population density is defined as the number of persons –
A.
per square mile
B.
per lakh square mile
C.
per lakh square kilometre
D.
per square kilometre
Ans:
per square kilometre
Explanation :
For humans, population density is the number of people per unit of area usually per square kilometer or mile (which may include or exclude cultivated or potentially productive area). Commonly this may be calculated for a county, city, country, another territory, or the entire world. The world's population is 7 billion, and Earth's total area (including land and water) is 510 million square kilometers (197 million square miles. According to 2011 census population density of India is 382.
[19] Jawahar Tunnel, the largest in India is located in the State of–
A.
Jammu & Kashmir
B.
Maharashtra
C.
Karnataka
D.
Himachal Pradesh
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation :
Jawahar Tunnel or Banihal Tunnel, named after the first Prime Minister of India, was constructed for round-the-year surface transport by Mr. Alfred Kunz and C. Barsel (both were German) between 1954 and 1960. Situated between Banihal and Qazigund, This tunnel facilitates round-the-year road connectivity to Srinagar From Jammu.
[20] The most literate union territory in India is –
A.
Delhi
B.
Lakshadweep
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Pondicherry
Ans:
Lakshadweep
Explanation :
According to India's census facts 2011, Kerala comes up as the most literate state in the country with 94.0 percentage of literacy rate. The state of Bihar is the least literate with 61.8% of literacy rate. As regards to Union Territories, Lakshadweep shows the highest literacy rate of 91.8%. The least literate Union Territory in India is Dadra and Nagar Haveli with a literacy rate of 76.2%.
[21] Where in India can you normally spot the Siberian crane in winter?
A.
Sasangir Sanctuary
B.
Ranthambore Sanctuary
C.
Dachigam National Park
D.
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Ans:
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Explanation :
The Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India is a famous avifauna sanctuary that plays host to thousands of birds especially during the winter season. Over 230 species of birds are known to have made the National Park their home. The Sanctuary is one of the richest bird areas in the world. It is known for nesting of its resident birds and visiting migratory birds including water birds. The rare Siberian cranes used to winter in this park but this central population of Siberian Cranes is now extinct.
[22] The famous 'Gir' forests are located in –
A.
Mysore
B.
Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Gujarat
Explanation :
Gir Forest National Park or Sasan Gir is a forest and wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat. It is the sole home of the pure Asiatic Lions (Panthera leo persica) and is considered to be one of the most important protected areas in Asia due to its supported species. The ecosystem of Gir, with its diverse flora and fauna, is protected as a result of the efforts of the government forest department, wildlife activists and NG0s.
[23] Which of the following is the area of lowest pressure over Indian subcontinent during the hot dry weather season?
A.
RannofKachchh
B.
Rajasthan
C.
North-West India
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
North-West India
Explanation :
The southwestern summer monsoons occur from June through September. The Thar Desert and adjoining areas of the northern and central Indian sub-continent heats up considerably during the hot summers. This causes a low pressure area over the northern and central Indian subcontinent. To fill this void, the moisture-laden winds from the Indian Ocean rush in to the subcontinent.
[24] The driest part of India is –
A.
Western Rajasthan
B.
Jammu and Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Madhya Pradesh
Ans:
Western Rajasthan
Explanation :
Western Rajasthan is the driest region in India. Jaisalmer in western Rajasthan is the driest place which receives the lowest rainfall (less than 10 cm). It is due to its distance from the monsoon winds of the Bay of Bengal and location in the sub-tropical high pressure belt.
[25] Which of the following cities in India is considered greenest?
A.
Bengaluru
B.
Delhi
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Thiruvananthapuram
Ans:
Chandigarh
Explanation :
Chandigarh is considered the greenest city of India. Chandigarh is a city and a union territory in India that serves as the capital of the two neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana.
Explanation :
National Highway 2, commonly referred as Delhi-Kolkata Road, is a busy Indian National Highway that runs through the states of Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. It constitutes a major portion of the historical Grand Trunk Road along with NH 91 and NH 1 in India.
[6] Which National Highway is called Shershah Suri Marg?
A.
National Highway No. 3
B.
National Highway No. 8
C.
National Highway No. 7
D.
National Highway No. 1
Ans:
National Highway No. 3
Explanation :
National Highway 1 or NH1 is a National Highway in Northern India that links the national capital New Delhi to the town of Attari in Punjab near the India-Pakistan border. This was a part of Grand Trunk Road of Sher Shah Suri that ran from Lahore to Bengal, built on earlier roads that existed from time immemorial.
[7] Which of the following states does not border on Myanmar?
A.
Arunachal Pradesh
B.
Nagaland
C.
Meghalaya
D.
Mizoram
Ans:
Meghalaya
Explanation :
Meghalaya is bounded on the north by Assam and by Bangladesh on the south.
[8] Which of the following states has international borders with three countries?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Sikkim
C.
Mizoram
D.
Jammu and Kashmir
Ans:
Sikkim
Explanation :
Sikkim is a landlocked Indian state located in the Himalayan Mountains. The state borders Nepal to the west, China's Tibet Autonomous Region to the north and east, and Bhutan to the southeast. The Indian state of West Bengal lies to the south.
[9] Which State of India has the largest area?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Maharashtra
D.
Rajasthan
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
Rajasthan is the largest state of the Republic of India by area. It covers 10.4 % of India. Next to follow in terms of area are: Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh
[10] In the history of Indian population, which duration period is referred to as 'A great leap forward'?
A.
1921-1931
B.
1941-1951
C.
1951 - 1961
D.
1971-1981
Ans:
1921-1931
Explanation :
The year 1921 marked the start of consistent population growth as revealed by the census. It was preceded by a decadal decline in growth rate during 1911-1921 which saw a net decrease of 0.3 per cent for the century as a whole. The year 1921 turned out to be demographic divide as in the post-1921 period; the population began to show signs of steady increase.
[11] According to 2011 Census, the State having maximum population is–
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Kerala
D.
Uttar Pradesh
Ans:
Uttar Pradesh
Explanation :
With total population of 19,98,12,341, Uttar Pradesh is the most heavily populated state of India as per the 2011 Census. It constitutes 16.51% of India's population. Maharashtra and Bihar come next with respective contributions of 9.28% and 8.60% to the national population.
[12] As per Census of India, an Urban area with a population from 50,000 to 99,999 is named as –
A.
Class II town
B.
Class III town
C.
Class IV town
D.
Class I town
Ans:
Class II town
Explanation :
The Census of India groups all towns and urban agglomerations into the following six classes according to population size: • Class I: population of 100,000 and above • Class II: population of 50,000 to 99,999 • Class III: population of 20,000 to 49,999 • Class IV: population of 10,000 to 19,999 • Class V: population of 5,000 to 9,999 • Class VI: population less than 5,000
[13] Who was the creator of the famous Rock Garden of Chandigarh?
A.
Khushwant Singh
B.
Charles Corbusier
C.
Edward Baker
D.
Nek Chand
Ans:
Nek Chand
Explanation :
The Rock Garden of Chandigarh is a sculpture garden that was created by Nek Chand, a government official who started it secretly in his spare time in 1957. It is also known as Nek Chard's Rock Garden. Today it is spread over an area of 40 acres. It is completely built of industrial and home waste items.
[14] The atomic power station in Rajasthan is situated at :
A.
Pokhran
B.
Suratgarh
C.
Rawatbhata
D.
Chittorgarh
Ans:
Rawatbhata
Explanation :
The Rajasthan Atomic Power Station (RAPS) is located at Rawatbhata in Chittorgarh district of the state. Commissioned on 16 December 1973, it is operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India. Currently, RAPS has six Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) units operating with a total installed capacity of 1,180MW.
[15] The Wheeler Island has been renamed as –
A.
Vikram Sarabhai Island
B.
Satish Dhawan Island
C.
Abdul Kalam Island
D.
C.V. Raman Island
Ans:
Abdul Kalam Island
Explanation :
The Rajasthan Atomic Power Station (RAPS) is located at Rawatbhata in Chittorgarh district of the state. Commissioned on 16 December 1973, it is operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India. Currently, RAPS has six Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) units operating with a total installed capacity of 1,180MW.
[16] Out of the following Indian States, which State does not have any maritime boundary?
A.
Gujarat
B.
Goa
C.
Rajasthan
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
Rajasthan is a land-locked state which is bordered by Pakistan to the west, Gujarat to the south-west, Madhya Pradesh to the southeast, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to the northeast and Punjab to the north.
[17] What is the stage in the population cycle in which India is classified on the basis of its demo- graphic characteristics?
A.
Early expanding stage
B.
High stationary stage
C.
Late expanding stage
D.
Declining stage
Ans:
Late expanding stage
Explanation :
The demographic transition model is a chart showing the different stages of a country's population's birth rate and death rate. There are 5 stages, with each progressively going further into the future. India is in stage 2 of the demographic transition model right now with a high birth rate of 23 per 1000, and a decreasing death rate of 7 per 1000.
[18] In India, population density is defined as the number of persons –
A.
per square mile
B.
per lakh square mile
C.
per lakh square kilometre
D.
per square kilometre
Ans:
per square kilometre
Explanation :
For humans, population density is the number of people per unit of area usually per square kilometer or mile (which may include or exclude cultivated or potentially productive area). Commonly this may be calculated for a county, city, country, another territory, or the entire world. The world's population is 7 billion, and Earth's total area (including land and water) is 510 million square kilometers (197 million square miles. According to 2011 census population density of India is 382.
[19] Jawahar Tunnel, the largest in India is located in the State of–
A.
Jammu & Kashmir
B.
Maharashtra
C.
Karnataka
D.
Himachal Pradesh
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation :
Jawahar Tunnel or Banihal Tunnel, named after the first Prime Minister of India, was constructed for round-the-year surface transport by Mr. Alfred Kunz and C. Barsel (both were German) between 1954 and 1960. Situated between Banihal and Qazigund, This tunnel facilitates round-the-year road connectivity to Srinagar From Jammu.
[20] The most literate union territory in India is –
A.
Delhi
B.
Lakshadweep
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Pondicherry
Ans:
Lakshadweep
Explanation :
According to India's census facts 2011, Kerala comes up as the most literate state in the country with 94.0 percentage of literacy rate. The state of Bihar is the least literate with 61.8% of literacy rate. As regards to Union Territories, Lakshadweep shows the highest literacy rate of 91.8%. The least literate Union Territory in India is Dadra and Nagar Haveli with a literacy rate of 76.2%.
[21] Where in India can you normally spot the Siberian crane in winter?
A.
Sasangir Sanctuary
B.
Ranthambore Sanctuary
C.
Dachigam National Park
D.
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Ans:
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Explanation :
The Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India is a famous avifauna sanctuary that plays host to thousands of birds especially during the winter season. Over 230 species of birds are known to have made the National Park their home. The Sanctuary is one of the richest bird areas in the world. It is known for nesting of its resident birds and visiting migratory birds including water birds. The rare Siberian cranes used to winter in this park but this central population of Siberian Cranes is now extinct.
[22] The famous 'Gir' forests are located in –
A.
Mysore
B.
Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Gujarat
Explanation :
Gir Forest National Park or Sasan Gir is a forest and wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat. It is the sole home of the pure Asiatic Lions (Panthera leo persica) and is considered to be one of the most important protected areas in Asia due to its supported species. The ecosystem of Gir, with its diverse flora and fauna, is protected as a result of the efforts of the government forest department, wildlife activists and NG0s.
[23] Which of the following is the area of lowest pressure over Indian subcontinent during the hot dry weather season?
A.
RannofKachchh
B.
Rajasthan
C.
North-West India
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
North-West India
Explanation :
The southwestern summer monsoons occur from June through September. The Thar Desert and adjoining areas of the northern and central Indian sub-continent heats up considerably during the hot summers. This causes a low pressure area over the northern and central Indian subcontinent. To fill this void, the moisture-laden winds from the Indian Ocean rush in to the subcontinent.
[24] The driest part of India is –
A.
Western Rajasthan
B.
Jammu and Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Madhya Pradesh
Ans:
Western Rajasthan
Explanation :
Western Rajasthan is the driest region in India. Jaisalmer in western Rajasthan is the driest place which receives the lowest rainfall (less than 10 cm). It is due to its distance from the monsoon winds of the Bay of Bengal and location in the sub-tropical high pressure belt.
[25] Which of the following cities in India is considered greenest?
A.
Bengaluru
B.
Delhi
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Thiruvananthapuram
Ans:
Chandigarh
Explanation :
Chandigarh is considered the greenest city of India. Chandigarh is a city and a union territory in India that serves as the capital of the two neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana.
Explanation :
Meghalaya is bounded on the north by Assam and by Bangladesh on the south.
[8] Which of the following states has international borders with three countries?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Sikkim
C.
Mizoram
D.
Jammu and Kashmir
Ans:
Sikkim
Explanation :
Sikkim is a landlocked Indian state located in the Himalayan Mountains. The state borders Nepal to the west, China's Tibet Autonomous Region to the north and east, and Bhutan to the southeast. The Indian state of West Bengal lies to the south.
[9] Which State of India has the largest area?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Maharashtra
D.
Rajasthan
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
Rajasthan is the largest state of the Republic of India by area. It covers 10.4 % of India. Next to follow in terms of area are: Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh
[10] In the history of Indian population, which duration period is referred to as 'A great leap forward'?
A.
1921-1931
B.
1941-1951
C.
1951 - 1961
D.
1971-1981
Ans:
1921-1931
Explanation :
The year 1921 marked the start of consistent population growth as revealed by the census. It was preceded by a decadal decline in growth rate during 1911-1921 which saw a net decrease of 0.3 per cent for the century as a whole. The year 1921 turned out to be demographic divide as in the post-1921 period; the population began to show signs of steady increase.
[11] According to 2011 Census, the State having maximum population is–
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Kerala
D.
Uttar Pradesh
Ans:
Uttar Pradesh
Explanation :
With total population of 19,98,12,341, Uttar Pradesh is the most heavily populated state of India as per the 2011 Census. It constitutes 16.51% of India's population. Maharashtra and Bihar come next with respective contributions of 9.28% and 8.60% to the national population.
[12] As per Census of India, an Urban area with a population from 50,000 to 99,999 is named as –
A.
Class II town
B.
Class III town
C.
Class IV town
D.
Class I town
Ans:
Class II town
Explanation :
The Census of India groups all towns and urban agglomerations into the following six classes according to population size: • Class I: population of 100,000 and above • Class II: population of 50,000 to 99,999 • Class III: population of 20,000 to 49,999 • Class IV: population of 10,000 to 19,999 • Class V: population of 5,000 to 9,999 • Class VI: population less than 5,000
[13] Who was the creator of the famous Rock Garden of Chandigarh?
A.
Khushwant Singh
B.
Charles Corbusier
C.
Edward Baker
D.
Nek Chand
Ans:
Nek Chand
Explanation :
The Rock Garden of Chandigarh is a sculpture garden that was created by Nek Chand, a government official who started it secretly in his spare time in 1957. It is also known as Nek Chard's Rock Garden. Today it is spread over an area of 40 acres. It is completely built of industrial and home waste items.
[14] The atomic power station in Rajasthan is situated at :
A.
Pokhran
B.
Suratgarh
C.
Rawatbhata
D.
Chittorgarh
Ans:
Rawatbhata
Explanation :
The Rajasthan Atomic Power Station (RAPS) is located at Rawatbhata in Chittorgarh district of the state. Commissioned on 16 December 1973, it is operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India. Currently, RAPS has six Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) units operating with a total installed capacity of 1,180MW.
[15] The Wheeler Island has been renamed as –
A.
Vikram Sarabhai Island
B.
Satish Dhawan Island
C.
Abdul Kalam Island
D.
C.V. Raman Island
Ans:
Abdul Kalam Island
Explanation :
The Rajasthan Atomic Power Station (RAPS) is located at Rawatbhata in Chittorgarh district of the state. Commissioned on 16 December 1973, it is operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India. Currently, RAPS has six Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) units operating with a total installed capacity of 1,180MW.
[16] Out of the following Indian States, which State does not have any maritime boundary?
A.
Gujarat
B.
Goa
C.
Rajasthan
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
Rajasthan is a land-locked state which is bordered by Pakistan to the west, Gujarat to the south-west, Madhya Pradesh to the southeast, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to the northeast and Punjab to the north.
[17] What is the stage in the population cycle in which India is classified on the basis of its demo- graphic characteristics?
A.
Early expanding stage
B.
High stationary stage
C.
Late expanding stage
D.
Declining stage
Ans:
Late expanding stage
Explanation :
The demographic transition model is a chart showing the different stages of a country's population's birth rate and death rate. There are 5 stages, with each progressively going further into the future. India is in stage 2 of the demographic transition model right now with a high birth rate of 23 per 1000, and a decreasing death rate of 7 per 1000.
[18] In India, population density is defined as the number of persons –
A.
per square mile
B.
per lakh square mile
C.
per lakh square kilometre
D.
per square kilometre
Ans:
per square kilometre
Explanation :
For humans, population density is the number of people per unit of area usually per square kilometer or mile (which may include or exclude cultivated or potentially productive area). Commonly this may be calculated for a county, city, country, another territory, or the entire world. The world's population is 7 billion, and Earth's total area (including land and water) is 510 million square kilometers (197 million square miles. According to 2011 census population density of India is 382.
[19] Jawahar Tunnel, the largest in India is located in the State of–
A.
Jammu & Kashmir
B.
Maharashtra
C.
Karnataka
D.
Himachal Pradesh
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation :
Jawahar Tunnel or Banihal Tunnel, named after the first Prime Minister of India, was constructed for round-the-year surface transport by Mr. Alfred Kunz and C. Barsel (both were German) between 1954 and 1960. Situated between Banihal and Qazigund, This tunnel facilitates round-the-year road connectivity to Srinagar From Jammu.
[20] The most literate union territory in India is –
A.
Delhi
B.
Lakshadweep
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Pondicherry
Ans:
Lakshadweep
Explanation :
According to India's census facts 2011, Kerala comes up as the most literate state in the country with 94.0 percentage of literacy rate. The state of Bihar is the least literate with 61.8% of literacy rate. As regards to Union Territories, Lakshadweep shows the highest literacy rate of 91.8%. The least literate Union Territory in India is Dadra and Nagar Haveli with a literacy rate of 76.2%.
[21] Where in India can you normally spot the Siberian crane in winter?
A.
Sasangir Sanctuary
B.
Ranthambore Sanctuary
C.
Dachigam National Park
D.
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Ans:
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Explanation :
The Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India is a famous avifauna sanctuary that plays host to thousands of birds especially during the winter season. Over 230 species of birds are known to have made the National Park their home. The Sanctuary is one of the richest bird areas in the world. It is known for nesting of its resident birds and visiting migratory birds including water birds. The rare Siberian cranes used to winter in this park but this central population of Siberian Cranes is now extinct.
[22] The famous 'Gir' forests are located in –
A.
Mysore
B.
Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Gujarat
Explanation :
Gir Forest National Park or Sasan Gir is a forest and wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat. It is the sole home of the pure Asiatic Lions (Panthera leo persica) and is considered to be one of the most important protected areas in Asia due to its supported species. The ecosystem of Gir, with its diverse flora and fauna, is protected as a result of the efforts of the government forest department, wildlife activists and NG0s.
[23] Which of the following is the area of lowest pressure over Indian subcontinent during the hot dry weather season?
A.
RannofKachchh
B.
Rajasthan
C.
North-West India
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
North-West India
Explanation :
The southwestern summer monsoons occur from June through September. The Thar Desert and adjoining areas of the northern and central Indian sub-continent heats up considerably during the hot summers. This causes a low pressure area over the northern and central Indian subcontinent. To fill this void, the moisture-laden winds from the Indian Ocean rush in to the subcontinent.
[24] The driest part of India is –
A.
Western Rajasthan
B.
Jammu and Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Madhya Pradesh
Ans:
Western Rajasthan
Explanation :
Western Rajasthan is the driest region in India. Jaisalmer in western Rajasthan is the driest place which receives the lowest rainfall (less than 10 cm). It is due to its distance from the monsoon winds of the Bay of Bengal and location in the sub-tropical high pressure belt.
[25] Which of the following cities in India is considered greenest?
A.
Bengaluru
B.
Delhi
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Thiruvananthapuram
Ans:
Chandigarh
Explanation :
Chandigarh is considered the greenest city of India. Chandigarh is a city and a union territory in India that serves as the capital of the two neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana.
Explanation :
Rajasthan is the largest state of the Republic of India by area. It covers 10.4 % of India. Next to follow in terms of area are: Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh
[10] In the history of Indian population, which duration period is referred to as 'A great leap forward'?
A.
1921-1931
B.
1941-1951
C.
1951 - 1961
D.
1971-1981
Ans:
1921-1931
Explanation :
The year 1921 marked the start of consistent population growth as revealed by the census. It was preceded by a decadal decline in growth rate during 1911-1921 which saw a net decrease of 0.3 per cent for the century as a whole. The year 1921 turned out to be demographic divide as in the post-1921 period; the population began to show signs of steady increase.
[11] According to 2011 Census, the State having maximum population is–
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Kerala
D.
Uttar Pradesh
Ans:
Uttar Pradesh
Explanation :
With total population of 19,98,12,341, Uttar Pradesh is the most heavily populated state of India as per the 2011 Census. It constitutes 16.51% of India's population. Maharashtra and Bihar come next with respective contributions of 9.28% and 8.60% to the national population.
[12] As per Census of India, an Urban area with a population from 50,000 to 99,999 is named as –
A.
Class II town
B.
Class III town
C.
Class IV town
D.
Class I town
Ans:
Class II town
Explanation :
The Census of India groups all towns and urban agglomerations into the following six classes according to population size: • Class I: population of 100,000 and above • Class II: population of 50,000 to 99,999 • Class III: population of 20,000 to 49,999 • Class IV: population of 10,000 to 19,999 • Class V: population of 5,000 to 9,999 • Class VI: population less than 5,000
[13] Who was the creator of the famous Rock Garden of Chandigarh?
A.
Khushwant Singh
B.
Charles Corbusier
C.
Edward Baker
D.
Nek Chand
Ans:
Nek Chand
Explanation :
The Rock Garden of Chandigarh is a sculpture garden that was created by Nek Chand, a government official who started it secretly in his spare time in 1957. It is also known as Nek Chard's Rock Garden. Today it is spread over an area of 40 acres. It is completely built of industrial and home waste items.
[14] The atomic power station in Rajasthan is situated at :
A.
Pokhran
B.
Suratgarh
C.
Rawatbhata
D.
Chittorgarh
Ans:
Rawatbhata
Explanation :
The Rajasthan Atomic Power Station (RAPS) is located at Rawatbhata in Chittorgarh district of the state. Commissioned on 16 December 1973, it is operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India. Currently, RAPS has six Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) units operating with a total installed capacity of 1,180MW.
[15] The Wheeler Island has been renamed as –
A.
Vikram Sarabhai Island
B.
Satish Dhawan Island
C.
Abdul Kalam Island
D.
C.V. Raman Island
Ans:
Abdul Kalam Island
Explanation :
The Rajasthan Atomic Power Station (RAPS) is located at Rawatbhata in Chittorgarh district of the state. Commissioned on 16 December 1973, it is operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India. Currently, RAPS has six Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) units operating with a total installed capacity of 1,180MW.
[16] Out of the following Indian States, which State does not have any maritime boundary?
A.
Gujarat
B.
Goa
C.
Rajasthan
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
Rajasthan is a land-locked state which is bordered by Pakistan to the west, Gujarat to the south-west, Madhya Pradesh to the southeast, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to the northeast and Punjab to the north.
[17] What is the stage in the population cycle in which India is classified on the basis of its demo- graphic characteristics?
A.
Early expanding stage
B.
High stationary stage
C.
Late expanding stage
D.
Declining stage
Ans:
Late expanding stage
Explanation :
The demographic transition model is a chart showing the different stages of a country's population's birth rate and death rate. There are 5 stages, with each progressively going further into the future. India is in stage 2 of the demographic transition model right now with a high birth rate of 23 per 1000, and a decreasing death rate of 7 per 1000.
[18] In India, population density is defined as the number of persons –
A.
per square mile
B.
per lakh square mile
C.
per lakh square kilometre
D.
per square kilometre
Ans:
per square kilometre
Explanation :
For humans, population density is the number of people per unit of area usually per square kilometer or mile (which may include or exclude cultivated or potentially productive area). Commonly this may be calculated for a county, city, country, another territory, or the entire world. The world's population is 7 billion, and Earth's total area (including land and water) is 510 million square kilometers (197 million square miles. According to 2011 census population density of India is 382.
[19] Jawahar Tunnel, the largest in India is located in the State of–
A.
Jammu & Kashmir
B.
Maharashtra
C.
Karnataka
D.
Himachal Pradesh
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation :
Jawahar Tunnel or Banihal Tunnel, named after the first Prime Minister of India, was constructed for round-the-year surface transport by Mr. Alfred Kunz and C. Barsel (both were German) between 1954 and 1960. Situated between Banihal and Qazigund, This tunnel facilitates round-the-year road connectivity to Srinagar From Jammu.
[20] The most literate union territory in India is –
A.
Delhi
B.
Lakshadweep
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Pondicherry
Ans:
Lakshadweep
Explanation :
According to India's census facts 2011, Kerala comes up as the most literate state in the country with 94.0 percentage of literacy rate. The state of Bihar is the least literate with 61.8% of literacy rate. As regards to Union Territories, Lakshadweep shows the highest literacy rate of 91.8%. The least literate Union Territory in India is Dadra and Nagar Haveli with a literacy rate of 76.2%.
[21] Where in India can you normally spot the Siberian crane in winter?
A.
Sasangir Sanctuary
B.
Ranthambore Sanctuary
C.
Dachigam National Park
D.
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Ans:
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Explanation :
The Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India is a famous avifauna sanctuary that plays host to thousands of birds especially during the winter season. Over 230 species of birds are known to have made the National Park their home. The Sanctuary is one of the richest bird areas in the world. It is known for nesting of its resident birds and visiting migratory birds including water birds. The rare Siberian cranes used to winter in this park but this central population of Siberian Cranes is now extinct.
[22] The famous 'Gir' forests are located in –
A.
Mysore
B.
Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Gujarat
Explanation :
Gir Forest National Park or Sasan Gir is a forest and wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat. It is the sole home of the pure Asiatic Lions (Panthera leo persica) and is considered to be one of the most important protected areas in Asia due to its supported species. The ecosystem of Gir, with its diverse flora and fauna, is protected as a result of the efforts of the government forest department, wildlife activists and NG0s.
[23] Which of the following is the area of lowest pressure over Indian subcontinent during the hot dry weather season?
A.
RannofKachchh
B.
Rajasthan
C.
North-West India
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
North-West India
Explanation :
The southwestern summer monsoons occur from June through September. The Thar Desert and adjoining areas of the northern and central Indian sub-continent heats up considerably during the hot summers. This causes a low pressure area over the northern and central Indian subcontinent. To fill this void, the moisture-laden winds from the Indian Ocean rush in to the subcontinent.
[24] The driest part of India is –
A.
Western Rajasthan
B.
Jammu and Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Madhya Pradesh
Ans:
Western Rajasthan
Explanation :
Western Rajasthan is the driest region in India. Jaisalmer in western Rajasthan is the driest place which receives the lowest rainfall (less than 10 cm). It is due to its distance from the monsoon winds of the Bay of Bengal and location in the sub-tropical high pressure belt.
[25] Which of the following cities in India is considered greenest?
A.
Bengaluru
B.
Delhi
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Thiruvananthapuram
Ans:
Chandigarh
Explanation :
Chandigarh is considered the greenest city of India. Chandigarh is a city and a union territory in India that serves as the capital of the two neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana.
Explanation :
With total population of 19,98,12,341, Uttar Pradesh is the most heavily populated state of India as per the 2011 Census. It constitutes 16.51% of India's population. Maharashtra and Bihar come next with respective contributions of 9.28% and 8.60% to the national population.
[12] As per Census of India, an Urban area with a population from 50,000 to 99,999 is named as –
A.
Class II town
B.
Class III town
C.
Class IV town
D.
Class I town
Ans:
Class II town
Explanation :
The Census of India groups all towns and urban agglomerations into the following six classes according to population size: • Class I: population of 100,000 and above • Class II: population of 50,000 to 99,999 • Class III: population of 20,000 to 49,999 • Class IV: population of 10,000 to 19,999 • Class V: population of 5,000 to 9,999 • Class VI: population less than 5,000
[13] Who was the creator of the famous Rock Garden of Chandigarh?
A.
Khushwant Singh
B.
Charles Corbusier
C.
Edward Baker
D.
Nek Chand
Ans:
Nek Chand
Explanation :
The Rock Garden of Chandigarh is a sculpture garden that was created by Nek Chand, a government official who started it secretly in his spare time in 1957. It is also known as Nek Chard's Rock Garden. Today it is spread over an area of 40 acres. It is completely built of industrial and home waste items.
[14] The atomic power station in Rajasthan is situated at :
A.
Pokhran
B.
Suratgarh
C.
Rawatbhata
D.
Chittorgarh
Ans:
Rawatbhata
Explanation :
The Rajasthan Atomic Power Station (RAPS) is located at Rawatbhata in Chittorgarh district of the state. Commissioned on 16 December 1973, it is operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India. Currently, RAPS has six Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) units operating with a total installed capacity of 1,180MW.
[15] The Wheeler Island has been renamed as –
A.
Vikram Sarabhai Island
B.
Satish Dhawan Island
C.
Abdul Kalam Island
D.
C.V. Raman Island
Ans:
Abdul Kalam Island
Explanation :
The Rajasthan Atomic Power Station (RAPS) is located at Rawatbhata in Chittorgarh district of the state. Commissioned on 16 December 1973, it is operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India. Currently, RAPS has six Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) units operating with a total installed capacity of 1,180MW.
[16] Out of the following Indian States, which State does not have any maritime boundary?
A.
Gujarat
B.
Goa
C.
Rajasthan
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
Rajasthan is a land-locked state which is bordered by Pakistan to the west, Gujarat to the south-west, Madhya Pradesh to the southeast, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to the northeast and Punjab to the north.
[17] What is the stage in the population cycle in which India is classified on the basis of its demo- graphic characteristics?
A.
Early expanding stage
B.
High stationary stage
C.
Late expanding stage
D.
Declining stage
Ans:
Late expanding stage
Explanation :
The demographic transition model is a chart showing the different stages of a country's population's birth rate and death rate. There are 5 stages, with each progressively going further into the future. India is in stage 2 of the demographic transition model right now with a high birth rate of 23 per 1000, and a decreasing death rate of 7 per 1000.
[18] In India, population density is defined as the number of persons –
A.
per square mile
B.
per lakh square mile
C.
per lakh square kilometre
D.
per square kilometre
Ans:
per square kilometre
Explanation :
For humans, population density is the number of people per unit of area usually per square kilometer or mile (which may include or exclude cultivated or potentially productive area). Commonly this may be calculated for a county, city, country, another territory, or the entire world. The world's population is 7 billion, and Earth's total area (including land and water) is 510 million square kilometers (197 million square miles. According to 2011 census population density of India is 382.
[19] Jawahar Tunnel, the largest in India is located in the State of–
A.
Jammu & Kashmir
B.
Maharashtra
C.
Karnataka
D.
Himachal Pradesh
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation :
Jawahar Tunnel or Banihal Tunnel, named after the first Prime Minister of India, was constructed for round-the-year surface transport by Mr. Alfred Kunz and C. Barsel (both were German) between 1954 and 1960. Situated between Banihal and Qazigund, This tunnel facilitates round-the-year road connectivity to Srinagar From Jammu.
[20] The most literate union territory in India is –
A.
Delhi
B.
Lakshadweep
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Pondicherry
Ans:
Lakshadweep
Explanation :
According to India's census facts 2011, Kerala comes up as the most literate state in the country with 94.0 percentage of literacy rate. The state of Bihar is the least literate with 61.8% of literacy rate. As regards to Union Territories, Lakshadweep shows the highest literacy rate of 91.8%. The least literate Union Territory in India is Dadra and Nagar Haveli with a literacy rate of 76.2%.
[21] Where in India can you normally spot the Siberian crane in winter?
A.
Sasangir Sanctuary
B.
Ranthambore Sanctuary
C.
Dachigam National Park
D.
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Ans:
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Explanation :
The Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India is a famous avifauna sanctuary that plays host to thousands of birds especially during the winter season. Over 230 species of birds are known to have made the National Park their home. The Sanctuary is one of the richest bird areas in the world. It is known for nesting of its resident birds and visiting migratory birds including water birds. The rare Siberian cranes used to winter in this park but this central population of Siberian Cranes is now extinct.
[22] The famous 'Gir' forests are located in –
A.
Mysore
B.
Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Gujarat
Explanation :
Gir Forest National Park or Sasan Gir is a forest and wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat. It is the sole home of the pure Asiatic Lions (Panthera leo persica) and is considered to be one of the most important protected areas in Asia due to its supported species. The ecosystem of Gir, with its diverse flora and fauna, is protected as a result of the efforts of the government forest department, wildlife activists and NG0s.
[23] Which of the following is the area of lowest pressure over Indian subcontinent during the hot dry weather season?
A.
RannofKachchh
B.
Rajasthan
C.
North-West India
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
North-West India
Explanation :
The southwestern summer monsoons occur from June through September. The Thar Desert and adjoining areas of the northern and central Indian sub-continent heats up considerably during the hot summers. This causes a low pressure area over the northern and central Indian subcontinent. To fill this void, the moisture-laden winds from the Indian Ocean rush in to the subcontinent.
[24] The driest part of India is –
A.
Western Rajasthan
B.
Jammu and Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Madhya Pradesh
Ans:
Western Rajasthan
Explanation :
Western Rajasthan is the driest region in India. Jaisalmer in western Rajasthan is the driest place which receives the lowest rainfall (less than 10 cm). It is due to its distance from the monsoon winds of the Bay of Bengal and location in the sub-tropical high pressure belt.
[25] Which of the following cities in India is considered greenest?
A.
Bengaluru
B.
Delhi
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Thiruvananthapuram
Ans:
Chandigarh
Explanation :
Chandigarh is considered the greenest city of India. Chandigarh is a city and a union territory in India that serves as the capital of the two neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana.
Explanation :
The Rock Garden of Chandigarh is a sculpture garden that was created by Nek Chand, a government official who started it secretly in his spare time in 1957. It is also known as Nek Chard's Rock Garden. Today it is spread over an area of 40 acres. It is completely built of industrial and home waste items.
[14] The atomic power station in Rajasthan is situated at :
A.
Pokhran
B.
Suratgarh
C.
Rawatbhata
D.
Chittorgarh
Ans:
Rawatbhata
Explanation :
The Rajasthan Atomic Power Station (RAPS) is located at Rawatbhata in Chittorgarh district of the state. Commissioned on 16 December 1973, it is operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India. Currently, RAPS has six Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) units operating with a total installed capacity of 1,180MW.
[15] The Wheeler Island has been renamed as –
A.
Vikram Sarabhai Island
B.
Satish Dhawan Island
C.
Abdul Kalam Island
D.
C.V. Raman Island
Ans:
Abdul Kalam Island
Explanation :
The Rajasthan Atomic Power Station (RAPS) is located at Rawatbhata in Chittorgarh district of the state. Commissioned on 16 December 1973, it is operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India. Currently, RAPS has six Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) units operating with a total installed capacity of 1,180MW.
[16] Out of the following Indian States, which State does not have any maritime boundary?
A.
Gujarat
B.
Goa
C.
Rajasthan
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
Rajasthan is a land-locked state which is bordered by Pakistan to the west, Gujarat to the south-west, Madhya Pradesh to the southeast, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to the northeast and Punjab to the north.
[17] What is the stage in the population cycle in which India is classified on the basis of its demo- graphic characteristics?
A.
Early expanding stage
B.
High stationary stage
C.
Late expanding stage
D.
Declining stage
Ans:
Late expanding stage
Explanation :
The demographic transition model is a chart showing the different stages of a country's population's birth rate and death rate. There are 5 stages, with each progressively going further into the future. India is in stage 2 of the demographic transition model right now with a high birth rate of 23 per 1000, and a decreasing death rate of 7 per 1000.
[18] In India, population density is defined as the number of persons –
A.
per square mile
B.
per lakh square mile
C.
per lakh square kilometre
D.
per square kilometre
Ans:
per square kilometre
Explanation :
For humans, population density is the number of people per unit of area usually per square kilometer or mile (which may include or exclude cultivated or potentially productive area). Commonly this may be calculated for a county, city, country, another territory, or the entire world. The world's population is 7 billion, and Earth's total area (including land and water) is 510 million square kilometers (197 million square miles. According to 2011 census population density of India is 382.
[19] Jawahar Tunnel, the largest in India is located in the State of–
A.
Jammu & Kashmir
B.
Maharashtra
C.
Karnataka
D.
Himachal Pradesh
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation :
Jawahar Tunnel or Banihal Tunnel, named after the first Prime Minister of India, was constructed for round-the-year surface transport by Mr. Alfred Kunz and C. Barsel (both were German) between 1954 and 1960. Situated between Banihal and Qazigund, This tunnel facilitates round-the-year road connectivity to Srinagar From Jammu.
[20] The most literate union territory in India is –
A.
Delhi
B.
Lakshadweep
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Pondicherry
Ans:
Lakshadweep
Explanation :
According to India's census facts 2011, Kerala comes up as the most literate state in the country with 94.0 percentage of literacy rate. The state of Bihar is the least literate with 61.8% of literacy rate. As regards to Union Territories, Lakshadweep shows the highest literacy rate of 91.8%. The least literate Union Territory in India is Dadra and Nagar Haveli with a literacy rate of 76.2%.
[21] Where in India can you normally spot the Siberian crane in winter?
A.
Sasangir Sanctuary
B.
Ranthambore Sanctuary
C.
Dachigam National Park
D.
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Ans:
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Explanation :
The Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India is a famous avifauna sanctuary that plays host to thousands of birds especially during the winter season. Over 230 species of birds are known to have made the National Park their home. The Sanctuary is one of the richest bird areas in the world. It is known for nesting of its resident birds and visiting migratory birds including water birds. The rare Siberian cranes used to winter in this park but this central population of Siberian Cranes is now extinct.
[22] The famous 'Gir' forests are located in –
A.
Mysore
B.
Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Gujarat
Explanation :
Gir Forest National Park or Sasan Gir is a forest and wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat. It is the sole home of the pure Asiatic Lions (Panthera leo persica) and is considered to be one of the most important protected areas in Asia due to its supported species. The ecosystem of Gir, with its diverse flora and fauna, is protected as a result of the efforts of the government forest department, wildlife activists and NG0s.
[23] Which of the following is the area of lowest pressure over Indian subcontinent during the hot dry weather season?
A.
RannofKachchh
B.
Rajasthan
C.
North-West India
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
North-West India
Explanation :
The southwestern summer monsoons occur from June through September. The Thar Desert and adjoining areas of the northern and central Indian sub-continent heats up considerably during the hot summers. This causes a low pressure area over the northern and central Indian subcontinent. To fill this void, the moisture-laden winds from the Indian Ocean rush in to the subcontinent.
[24] The driest part of India is –
A.
Western Rajasthan
B.
Jammu and Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Madhya Pradesh
Ans:
Western Rajasthan
Explanation :
Western Rajasthan is the driest region in India. Jaisalmer in western Rajasthan is the driest place which receives the lowest rainfall (less than 10 cm). It is due to its distance from the monsoon winds of the Bay of Bengal and location in the sub-tropical high pressure belt.
[25] Which of the following cities in India is considered greenest?
A.
Bengaluru
B.
Delhi
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Thiruvananthapuram
Ans:
Chandigarh
Explanation :
Chandigarh is considered the greenest city of India. Chandigarh is a city and a union territory in India that serves as the capital of the two neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana.
Explanation :
The Rajasthan Atomic Power Station (RAPS) is located at Rawatbhata in Chittorgarh district of the state. Commissioned on 16 December 1973, it is operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India. Currently, RAPS has six Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) units operating with a total installed capacity of 1,180MW.
[16] Out of the following Indian States, which State does not have any maritime boundary?
A.
Gujarat
B.
Goa
C.
Rajasthan
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
Rajasthan is a land-locked state which is bordered by Pakistan to the west, Gujarat to the south-west, Madhya Pradesh to the southeast, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to the northeast and Punjab to the north.
[17] What is the stage in the population cycle in which India is classified on the basis of its demo- graphic characteristics?
A.
Early expanding stage
B.
High stationary stage
C.
Late expanding stage
D.
Declining stage
Ans:
Late expanding stage
Explanation :
The demographic transition model is a chart showing the different stages of a country's population's birth rate and death rate. There are 5 stages, with each progressively going further into the future. India is in stage 2 of the demographic transition model right now with a high birth rate of 23 per 1000, and a decreasing death rate of 7 per 1000.
[18] In India, population density is defined as the number of persons –
A.
per square mile
B.
per lakh square mile
C.
per lakh square kilometre
D.
per square kilometre
Ans:
per square kilometre
Explanation :
For humans, population density is the number of people per unit of area usually per square kilometer or mile (which may include or exclude cultivated or potentially productive area). Commonly this may be calculated for a county, city, country, another territory, or the entire world. The world's population is 7 billion, and Earth's total area (including land and water) is 510 million square kilometers (197 million square miles. According to 2011 census population density of India is 382.
[19] Jawahar Tunnel, the largest in India is located in the State of–
A.
Jammu & Kashmir
B.
Maharashtra
C.
Karnataka
D.
Himachal Pradesh
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation :
Jawahar Tunnel or Banihal Tunnel, named after the first Prime Minister of India, was constructed for round-the-year surface transport by Mr. Alfred Kunz and C. Barsel (both were German) between 1954 and 1960. Situated between Banihal and Qazigund, This tunnel facilitates round-the-year road connectivity to Srinagar From Jammu.
[20] The most literate union territory in India is –
A.
Delhi
B.
Lakshadweep
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Pondicherry
Ans:
Lakshadweep
Explanation :
According to India's census facts 2011, Kerala comes up as the most literate state in the country with 94.0 percentage of literacy rate. The state of Bihar is the least literate with 61.8% of literacy rate. As regards to Union Territories, Lakshadweep shows the highest literacy rate of 91.8%. The least literate Union Territory in India is Dadra and Nagar Haveli with a literacy rate of 76.2%.
[21] Where in India can you normally spot the Siberian crane in winter?
A.
Sasangir Sanctuary
B.
Ranthambore Sanctuary
C.
Dachigam National Park
D.
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Ans:
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Explanation :
The Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India is a famous avifauna sanctuary that plays host to thousands of birds especially during the winter season. Over 230 species of birds are known to have made the National Park their home. The Sanctuary is one of the richest bird areas in the world. It is known for nesting of its resident birds and visiting migratory birds including water birds. The rare Siberian cranes used to winter in this park but this central population of Siberian Cranes is now extinct.
[22] The famous 'Gir' forests are located in –
A.
Mysore
B.
Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Gujarat
Explanation :
Gir Forest National Park or Sasan Gir is a forest and wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat. It is the sole home of the pure Asiatic Lions (Panthera leo persica) and is considered to be one of the most important protected areas in Asia due to its supported species. The ecosystem of Gir, with its diverse flora and fauna, is protected as a result of the efforts of the government forest department, wildlife activists and NG0s.
[23] Which of the following is the area of lowest pressure over Indian subcontinent during the hot dry weather season?
A.
RannofKachchh
B.
Rajasthan
C.
North-West India
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
North-West India
Explanation :
The southwestern summer monsoons occur from June through September. The Thar Desert and adjoining areas of the northern and central Indian sub-continent heats up considerably during the hot summers. This causes a low pressure area over the northern and central Indian subcontinent. To fill this void, the moisture-laden winds from the Indian Ocean rush in to the subcontinent.
[24] The driest part of India is –
A.
Western Rajasthan
B.
Jammu and Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Madhya Pradesh
Ans:
Western Rajasthan
Explanation :
Western Rajasthan is the driest region in India. Jaisalmer in western Rajasthan is the driest place which receives the lowest rainfall (less than 10 cm). It is due to its distance from the monsoon winds of the Bay of Bengal and location in the sub-tropical high pressure belt.
[25] Which of the following cities in India is considered greenest?
A.
Bengaluru
B.
Delhi
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Thiruvananthapuram
Ans:
Chandigarh
Explanation :
Chandigarh is considered the greenest city of India. Chandigarh is a city and a union territory in India that serves as the capital of the two neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana.
Explanation :
The demographic transition model is a chart showing the different stages of a country's population's birth rate and death rate. There are 5 stages, with each progressively going further into the future. India is in stage 2 of the demographic transition model right now with a high birth rate of 23 per 1000, and a decreasing death rate of 7 per 1000.
[18] In India, population density is defined as the number of persons –
A.
per square mile
B.
per lakh square mile
C.
per lakh square kilometre
D.
per square kilometre
Ans:
per square kilometre
Explanation :
For humans, population density is the number of people per unit of area usually per square kilometer or mile (which may include or exclude cultivated or potentially productive area). Commonly this may be calculated for a county, city, country, another territory, or the entire world. The world's population is 7 billion, and Earth's total area (including land and water) is 510 million square kilometers (197 million square miles. According to 2011 census population density of India is 382.
[19] Jawahar Tunnel, the largest in India is located in the State of–
A.
Jammu & Kashmir
B.
Maharashtra
C.
Karnataka
D.
Himachal Pradesh
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation :
Jawahar Tunnel or Banihal Tunnel, named after the first Prime Minister of India, was constructed for round-the-year surface transport by Mr. Alfred Kunz and C. Barsel (both were German) between 1954 and 1960. Situated between Banihal and Qazigund, This tunnel facilitates round-the-year road connectivity to Srinagar From Jammu.
[20] The most literate union territory in India is –
A.
Delhi
B.
Lakshadweep
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Pondicherry
Ans:
Lakshadweep
Explanation :
According to India's census facts 2011, Kerala comes up as the most literate state in the country with 94.0 percentage of literacy rate. The state of Bihar is the least literate with 61.8% of literacy rate. As regards to Union Territories, Lakshadweep shows the highest literacy rate of 91.8%. The least literate Union Territory in India is Dadra and Nagar Haveli with a literacy rate of 76.2%.
[21] Where in India can you normally spot the Siberian crane in winter?
A.
Sasangir Sanctuary
B.
Ranthambore Sanctuary
C.
Dachigam National Park
D.
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Ans:
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Explanation :
The Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India is a famous avifauna sanctuary that plays host to thousands of birds especially during the winter season. Over 230 species of birds are known to have made the National Park their home. The Sanctuary is one of the richest bird areas in the world. It is known for nesting of its resident birds and visiting migratory birds including water birds. The rare Siberian cranes used to winter in this park but this central population of Siberian Cranes is now extinct.
[22] The famous 'Gir' forests are located in –
A.
Mysore
B.
Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Gujarat
Explanation :
Gir Forest National Park or Sasan Gir is a forest and wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat. It is the sole home of the pure Asiatic Lions (Panthera leo persica) and is considered to be one of the most important protected areas in Asia due to its supported species. The ecosystem of Gir, with its diverse flora and fauna, is protected as a result of the efforts of the government forest department, wildlife activists and NG0s.
[23] Which of the following is the area of lowest pressure over Indian subcontinent during the hot dry weather season?
A.
RannofKachchh
B.
Rajasthan
C.
North-West India
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
North-West India
Explanation :
The southwestern summer monsoons occur from June through September. The Thar Desert and adjoining areas of the northern and central Indian sub-continent heats up considerably during the hot summers. This causes a low pressure area over the northern and central Indian subcontinent. To fill this void, the moisture-laden winds from the Indian Ocean rush in to the subcontinent.
[24] The driest part of India is –
A.
Western Rajasthan
B.
Jammu and Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Madhya Pradesh
Ans:
Western Rajasthan
Explanation :
Western Rajasthan is the driest region in India. Jaisalmer in western Rajasthan is the driest place which receives the lowest rainfall (less than 10 cm). It is due to its distance from the monsoon winds of the Bay of Bengal and location in the sub-tropical high pressure belt.
[25] Which of the following cities in India is considered greenest?
A.
Bengaluru
B.
Delhi
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Thiruvananthapuram
Ans:
Chandigarh
Explanation :
Chandigarh is considered the greenest city of India. Chandigarh is a city and a union territory in India that serves as the capital of the two neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana.
Explanation :
Jawahar Tunnel or Banihal Tunnel, named after the first Prime Minister of India, was constructed for round-the-year surface transport by Mr. Alfred Kunz and C. Barsel (both were German) between 1954 and 1960. Situated between Banihal and Qazigund, This tunnel facilitates round-the-year road connectivity to Srinagar From Jammu.
[20] The most literate union territory in India is –
A.
Delhi
B.
Lakshadweep
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Pondicherry
Ans:
Lakshadweep
Explanation :
According to India's census facts 2011, Kerala comes up as the most literate state in the country with 94.0 percentage of literacy rate. The state of Bihar is the least literate with 61.8% of literacy rate. As regards to Union Territories, Lakshadweep shows the highest literacy rate of 91.8%. The least literate Union Territory in India is Dadra and Nagar Haveli with a literacy rate of 76.2%.
[21] Where in India can you normally spot the Siberian crane in winter?
A.
Sasangir Sanctuary
B.
Ranthambore Sanctuary
C.
Dachigam National Park
D.
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Ans:
Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary
Explanation :
The Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India is a famous avifauna sanctuary that plays host to thousands of birds especially during the winter season. Over 230 species of birds are known to have made the National Park their home. The Sanctuary is one of the richest bird areas in the world. It is known for nesting of its resident birds and visiting migratory birds including water birds. The rare Siberian cranes used to winter in this park but this central population of Siberian Cranes is now extinct.
[22] The famous 'Gir' forests are located in –
A.
Mysore
B.
Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Gujarat
Explanation :
Gir Forest National Park or Sasan Gir is a forest and wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat. It is the sole home of the pure Asiatic Lions (Panthera leo persica) and is considered to be one of the most important protected areas in Asia due to its supported species. The ecosystem of Gir, with its diverse flora and fauna, is protected as a result of the efforts of the government forest department, wildlife activists and NG0s.
[23] Which of the following is the area of lowest pressure over Indian subcontinent during the hot dry weather season?
A.
RannofKachchh
B.
Rajasthan
C.
North-West India
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
North-West India
Explanation :
The southwestern summer monsoons occur from June through September. The Thar Desert and adjoining areas of the northern and central Indian sub-continent heats up considerably during the hot summers. This causes a low pressure area over the northern and central Indian subcontinent. To fill this void, the moisture-laden winds from the Indian Ocean rush in to the subcontinent.
[24] The driest part of India is –
A.
Western Rajasthan
B.
Jammu and Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Madhya Pradesh
Ans:
Western Rajasthan
Explanation :
Western Rajasthan is the driest region in India. Jaisalmer in western Rajasthan is the driest place which receives the lowest rainfall (less than 10 cm). It is due to its distance from the monsoon winds of the Bay of Bengal and location in the sub-tropical high pressure belt.
[25] Which of the following cities in India is considered greenest?
A.
Bengaluru
B.
Delhi
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Thiruvananthapuram
Ans:
Chandigarh
Explanation :
Chandigarh is considered the greenest city of India. Chandigarh is a city and a union territory in India that serves as the capital of the two neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana.
Explanation :
The Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India is a famous avifauna sanctuary that plays host to thousands of birds especially during the winter season. Over 230 species of birds are known to have made the National Park their home. The Sanctuary is one of the richest bird areas in the world. It is known for nesting of its resident birds and visiting migratory birds including water birds. The rare Siberian cranes used to winter in this park but this central population of Siberian Cranes is now extinct.
[22] The famous 'Gir' forests are located in –
A.
Mysore
B.
Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Gujarat
Explanation :
Gir Forest National Park or Sasan Gir is a forest and wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat. It is the sole home of the pure Asiatic Lions (Panthera leo persica) and is considered to be one of the most important protected areas in Asia due to its supported species. The ecosystem of Gir, with its diverse flora and fauna, is protected as a result of the efforts of the government forest department, wildlife activists and NG0s.
[23] Which of the following is the area of lowest pressure over Indian subcontinent during the hot dry weather season?
A.
RannofKachchh
B.
Rajasthan
C.
North-West India
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
North-West India
Explanation :
The southwestern summer monsoons occur from June through September. The Thar Desert and adjoining areas of the northern and central Indian sub-continent heats up considerably during the hot summers. This causes a low pressure area over the northern and central Indian subcontinent. To fill this void, the moisture-laden winds from the Indian Ocean rush in to the subcontinent.
[24] The driest part of India is –
A.
Western Rajasthan
B.
Jammu and Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Madhya Pradesh
Ans:
Western Rajasthan
Explanation :
Western Rajasthan is the driest region in India. Jaisalmer in western Rajasthan is the driest place which receives the lowest rainfall (less than 10 cm). It is due to its distance from the monsoon winds of the Bay of Bengal and location in the sub-tropical high pressure belt.
[25] Which of the following cities in India is considered greenest?
A.
Bengaluru
B.
Delhi
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Thiruvananthapuram
Ans:
Chandigarh
Explanation :
Chandigarh is considered the greenest city of India. Chandigarh is a city and a union territory in India that serves as the capital of the two neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana.
Explanation :
The southwestern summer monsoons occur from June through September. The Thar Desert and adjoining areas of the northern and central Indian sub-continent heats up considerably during the hot summers. This causes a low pressure area over the northern and central Indian subcontinent. To fill this void, the moisture-laden winds from the Indian Ocean rush in to the subcontinent.
[24] The driest part of India is –
A.
Western Rajasthan
B.
Jammu and Kashmir
C.
Gujarat
D.
Madhya Pradesh
Ans:
Western Rajasthan
Explanation :
Western Rajasthan is the driest region in India. Jaisalmer in western Rajasthan is the driest place which receives the lowest rainfall (less than 10 cm). It is due to its distance from the monsoon winds of the Bay of Bengal and location in the sub-tropical high pressure belt.
[25] Which of the following cities in India is considered greenest?
A.
Bengaluru
B.
Delhi
C.
Chandigarh
D.
Thiruvananthapuram
Ans:
Chandigarh
Explanation :
Chandigarh is considered the greenest city of India. Chandigarh is a city and a union territory in India that serves as the capital of the two neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana.
Explanation :
Chandigarh is considered the greenest city of India. Chandigarh is a city and a union territory in India that serves as the capital of the two neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana.