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The _______ is the highest waterfall in India.
- Jog Falls
- Dudhsagar Falls
- Nohkalikai Falls
- Kunchikal Falls
Answer: Kunchikal Falls
Kunchikal Falls, located in Karnataka, is the highest waterfall in India with a height of 455 meters (1,493 ft). It is formed by the Varahi River. Jog Falls in Karnataka is the second highest and most famous plunge waterfall in India.
The _______ River is known as the 'Tsangpo' in Tibet.
- Ganga
- Brahmaputra
- Indus
- Sutlej
Answer: Brahmaputra
The Brahmaputra River is known as 'Yarlung Tsangpo' in Tibet, 'Siang' in Arunachal Pradesh, and 'Brahmaputra' in Assam and Bangladesh. It originates from the Angsi Glacier in Tibet and flows through India and Bangladesh before joining the Ganga to form the Sundarbans delta.
The _______ is the largest lake in the world by surface area.
- Lake Superior
- Caspian Sea
- Lake Victoria
- Lake Baikal
Answer: Caspian Sea
The Caspian Sea is the largest lake in the world by surface area (371,000 sq km), though it is called a 'sea' due to its size and salinity. It is landlocked, bordered by Russia, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Iran, and Azerbaijan. Lake Baikal is the deepest and holds the most freshwater.
_______ soil is formed by the deposition of silt by rivers and is highly fertile.
- Black
- Red
- Alluvial
- Laterite
Answer: Alluvial
Alluvial soil is formed by the deposition of silt by rivers and is highly fertile. It covers about 40% of India's land area, especially in the Indo-Gangetic plains. It is rich in potash and phosphoric acid but deficient in nitrogen and organic matter.
The _______ is the largest island in the world.
- New Guinea
- Borneo
- Madagascar
- Greenland
Answer: Greenland
Greenland is the largest island in the world (2.166 million sq km), though it is an autonomous territory of Denmark. Australia is considered a continent, not an island. Greenland is covered by an ice sheet that holds about 10% of the world's ice.
The _______ is the largest freshwater lake in India.
- Wular Lake
- Dal Lake
- Loktak Lake
- Chilika Lake
Answer: Wular Lake
Wular Lake, located in Jammu and Kashmir, is the largest freshwater lake in India (area varies 30-260 sq km seasonally). It is fed by the Jhelum River and is an important habitat for migratory birds. Chilika Lake is the largest brackish water lagoon in India.
The _______ Revolution is associated with the production of oilseeds in India.
- Green
- White
- Yellow
- Blue
Answer: Yellow
The Yellow Revolution refers to the self-sufficiency in oilseed production achieved in India during the late 1980s and 1990s. It focused on increasing production of mustard, groundnut, sesame, and soybean. The Technology Mission on Oilseeds (1986) was a key initiative.
The _______ is the highest peak in South India.
- Anamudi
- Doddabetta
- Mahendragiri
- Kolaribetta
Answer: Anamudi
Anamudi, at 2,695 meters, is the highest peak in South India and the Western Ghats. Located in Kerala's Eravikulam National Park, it is part of the Anaimalai Hills. The name means 'elephant forehead' in Malayalam, referring to its shape. It is a biodiversity hotspot.
The _______ is the southernmost point of India.
- Kanyakumari
- Indira Point
- Rameswaram
- Port Blair
Answer: Indira Point
Indira Point, located on Great Nicobar Island in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, is the southernmost point of India (6°45'N). It was submerged partially during the 2004 tsunami. Kanyakumari is the southernmost point of mainland India.
The _______ is the smallest country in the world by area.
- Monaco
- Vatican City
- San Marino
- Liechtenstein
Answer: Vatican City
Vatican City, with an area of just 0.44 sq km, is the smallest independent state in the world. It is an enclave within Rome, Italy, and serves as the spiritual and administrative headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church, led by the Pope.
The _______ Pass connects Srinagar to Leh in Ladakh.
- Zoji La
- Nathu La
- Bomdi La
- Shipki La
Answer: Zoji La
Zoji La Pass, at an elevation of 3,528 meters, connects the Kashmir Valley with Ladakh. It is a crucial mountain pass on the Srinagar-Leh highway. Due to heavy snowfall, it remains closed in winter, though the Zoji La Tunnel project (under construction) aims to provide all-weather connectivity.
The _______ River is known as the 'Dakshin Ganga' (Ganga of the South).
- Krishna
- Godavari
- Kaveri
- Mahanadi
Answer: Godavari
The Godavari River is called 'Dakshin Ganga' because it is the longest river in peninsular India (1,465 km) and holds religious significance similar to the Ganga. It originates in Maharashtra (Trimbakeshwar) and flows through Telangana, Andhra Pradesh before emptying into the Bay of Bengal.
The _______ Canal connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea.
- Panama
- Suez
- Kiel
- Corinth
Answer: Suez
The Suez Canal, located in Egypt, connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea, providing a direct shipping route between Europe and Asia. Opened in 1869, it saves ships from navigating around Africa, reducing travel time by about 7,000 km. It was nationalized by Egypt in 1956.
_______ soil is also known as regur soil and is ideal for cotton cultivation.
- Alluvial
- Black
- Red
- Laterite
Answer: Black
Black soil, also called regur or cotton soil, is formed from volcanic basalt rock. It is rich in calcium, magnesium, and potash, has high moisture retention, and is ideal for cotton cultivation. Found mainly in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and parts of Tamil Nadu.
The _______ Ocean is the largest and deepest ocean on Earth.
- Atlantic
- Indian
- Arctic
- Pacific
Answer: Pacific
The Pacific Ocean is the largest and deepest ocean, covering about 30% of Earth's surface (165 million sq km). It extends from the Arctic in the north to the Southern Ocean in the south, and from Asia/Australia to the Americas. The Mariana Trench is its deepest point.
The _______ River is traditionally considered the longest river in the world.
- Amazon
- Nile
- Yangtze
- Mississippi
Answer: Nile
The Nile River in Africa is traditionally considered the longest river in the world at approximately 6,650 km. However, some recent studies suggest the Amazon may be longer. The Nile flows through 11 countries before emptying into the Mediterranean Sea.
The capital of Australia is _______.
- Sydney
- Melbourne
- Canberra
- Perth
Answer: Canberra
Canberra is the capital city of Australia, located in the Australian Capital Territory. It was selected as a compromise between Sydney and Melbourne in 1908. The city was designed by American architect Walter Burley Griffin.
The _______ is the longest river in India.
- Ganga
- Brahmaputra
- Godavari
- Krishna
Answer: Ganga
The Ganga (Ganges) is the longest river in India, flowing approximately 2,525 km from its source in the Gangotri Glacier to the Bay of Bengal. It is considered sacred in Hinduism and supports over 400 million people.
A security policy that grants users only the minimum access necessary to perform their job is called ________ of Least ________.
Answer: Principle, Privilege
Principle of Least Privilege (PoLP) restricts user/system access rights to only what is essential for their role, minimizing damage from accidents or attacks. Implemented via role-based access control (RBAC), regular access reviews, and just-in-time permissions. Core concept in secure system design.
The device that converts digital signals from computer to analog for telephone line transmission is called ________.
Answer: Modem
Modem (Modulator-Demodulator) converts digital data from computers to analog signals for transmission over telephone lines (modulation) and vice versa at receiving end (demodulation). Though largely replaced by broadband, modems established foundational concepts for digital communication over analog infrastructure.