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Category Description: India is a vast and diverse country located in South Asia. It is the world's second-most populous nation, with a rich cultural heritage and a complex history. India is known for its vibrant traditions, ancient civilizations, and stunning landscapes. It is a land of contrasts, with bustling cities, serene rural villages, and breathtaking natural beauty. India is a melting pot of cultures, religions, and languages, reflecting its diverse population. The country is home to some of the world's most iconic landmarks, such as the Taj Mahal, the Red Fort, and the Hawa Mahal. India is a rapidly developing nation with a growing economy and a vibrant democracy.
Q1. Which of the following states is the largest producer of asbestos in India?
Q1. Which of the following states is the largest producer of asbestos in India?
Answer: (C) Rajasthan
Rajasthan is the largest producer of asbestos in India. Two states of Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh produce almost the whole of asbestos of India.
Q2. Pakyong airport is located in
Q2. Pakyong airport is located in
Answer: (B) Sikkim
Pakyong Airport is located in Sikkim, India, near Gangtok. It's the first greenfield airport in the Northeastern Region of India.
Q3. Which script is used to write the Bodo language?
Q3. Which script is used to write the Bodo language?
Answer: (A) Devanagari
The Bodo language is primarily written using the Devanagari script, which is also used for Hindi and many other Indian languages.
Q4. Who was the first female governor of the state of India?
Q4. Who was the first female governor of the state of India?
Answer: (A) Sarojini Naidu
Sarojini Naidu
Q5. The National Stock Exchange is located in
Q5. The National Stock Exchange is located in
Answer: (A) Mumbai
The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) is located in Mumbai. It's India's largest financial market and the country's leading stock exchange. The NSE was established in 1992 and launched in 1994 to bring more transparency to the Indian capital market. It was the first exchange in India to offer fully automated electronic trading, and has an electronic limit order book for trading derivatives and ETFs.
Q6. The Numaligarh Refinery is in which district of Assam?
Q6. The Numaligarh Refinery is in which district of Assam?
Answer: (C) Golaghat
The Numaligarh Refinery is a major oil refinery located in Golaghat district, Assam, India. It is a significant contributor to the state's economy and a key player in India's refining industry.
Q7. "Halfway to Heaven" is the slogan adopted to promote tourism by which Indian state?
Q7. "Halfway to Heaven" is the slogan adopted to promote tourism by which Indian state?
Answer: (A) Meghalaya
"Halfway to Heaven" is the tourism slogan for the state of Meghalaya in northeast India, which is also known as the "Abode of Clouds". The slogan is said to capture the state's natural beauty.
Q8. Which of the following is the second largest artificial lake in Asia?
Q8. Which of the following is the second largest artificial lake in Asia?
Answer: (B) Jaisamand Lake
Jaisamand Lake, also known as Dhebar Lake, is a historic artificial lake located in Rajasthan, India. It was once the largest artificial lake in the world until the construction of the Aswan Dam in Egypt.
Q9. Which place receives the highest rainfall in the world?
Q9. Which place receives the highest rainfall in the world?
Answer: (C) Mawsynram, India
Mawsynram is a place that receives the highest average rainfall in the world. This place is located in Meghalaya, India.
Q10. The Kaziranga National Park is famous for the conservation of:
Q10. The Kaziranga National Park is famous for the conservation of:
Answer: (C) One-horned Rhinoceros
Kaziranga National Park, located in Assam, India, is renowned worldwide for its exceptional conservation efforts, particularly for the one-horned rhinoceros. It hosts the largest population of this critically endangered species.
Q11. When was Hindi adopted as official language of India?
Q11. When was Hindi adopted as official language of India?
Answer: (D) 14 September 1949
Hindi was adopted as the official language of the Union of India on the 14th of September 1949. Subsequently, in 1950, Hindi in the Devanagari script was declared as the official language of India.
Q12. In which year the capital of British India was shifted from Calcutta to Delhi?
Q12. In which year the capital of British India was shifted from Calcutta to Delhi?
Answer: (C) 1911
The capital of British India was shifted from Calcutta to Delhi on December 12, 1911. King George V, then emperor of India, made the announcement during the Delhi Durbar, a royal ceremony. The foundation of the new capital was laid during the ceremony. The decision was taken during the reign of Lord Hardinge, the then Viceroy of India. Hardinge's explanation was that Calcutta was located in the extreme east so the capital should be centralized for betterment.
Q13. When did Meghalaya get separated from Assam?
Q13. When did Meghalaya get separated from Assam?
Answer: (D) 1970
Meghalaya was formed on January 21, 1972, when it was carved out of the state of Assam. Meghalaya was first established as an autonomous state within Assam in 1970. Meghalaya was formed by carving out two districts from Assam: the United Khasi Hills and Jaintia Hills, and the Garo.
Q14. Which of the following is known as the "Father of the local self -goverment" in India?
Q14. Which of the following is known as the "Father of the local self -goverment" in India?
Answer: (B) Lord Ripon
Lord Ripon
Q15. Which is officially the National tree of India?
Q15. Which is officially the National tree of India?
Answer: (B) Banyan
The Banyan tree (Ficus benghalensis) is the national tree of India. It was adopted as the national tree in 1950. The Banyan tree is native to the Indian subcontinent and can be found in tropical and subtropical parts of India. It is a member of the fig family and can live and regenerate for thousands of years. Banyan trees are the largest trees in the world by canopy coverage. The Banyan tree and the Peepal tree are among the most revered trees in India.
Q16. When did Mizoram get separated from Assam?
Q16. When did Mizoram get separated from Assam?
Answer: (B) 1972
Mizoram was part of Assam until 1972, when it was declared a Union Territory. In 1987, Mizoram became a state.
Q17. Pung Cholam is a folk dance of which state?
Q17. Pung Cholam is a folk dance of which state?
Answer: (B) Manipur
Pung Cholam is a traditional folk dance of Manipur, India. The name literally translates to "roar of the drums". The dance involves dancers playing a hand-beaten drum called a pung while dancing at the same time. The dance is often performed on religious and cultural occasions, and is usually accompanied by songs and other instruments.
Q18. What was the period of India’s First Five Year Plan?
Q18. What was the period of India’s First Five Year Plan?
Answer: (A) 1951-56
India’s First Five-year Plan was implemented from the year 1951 till 1956. It mainly focused on the development of primary sector. The Plan was based on the Harrod–Domar model implemented with some modifications.
1951-56
India’s First Five-year Plan was implemented from the year 1951 till 1956. It mainly focused on the development of primary sector. The Plan was based on the Harrod–Domar model implemented with some modifications.
Q19. Bhairabkunda is a trijunction of which of the following?
Q19. Bhairabkunda is a trijunction of which of the following?
Answer: (B) Assam, Bhutan, Arunachal Pradesh
Bhairabkunda is a tri-junction where the borders of Bhutan, Assam, and Arunachal Pradesh. Bhairabkunda is also the meeting point of the Jia Dhansiri, Bhairabi, and Dafam rivers. The meeting point of the rivers resembles a "Kunda", a sacred worship place of Lord Shiva, which is how Bhairab Kunda got its name.
Q20. The program make in India started
Q20. The program make in India started
Answer: (A) 2014 September
2014 September