GK Questions

Answer: Abohar

Abohar Wildlife Sanctuary in Punjab is the largest protected area in the state (186 sq km). Located in the Thar Desert fringe, it is famous for the endangered blackbuck and chinkara. The sanctuary supports desert-adapted wildlife.

Answer: Zagreb

Zagreb is the capital and largest city of Croatia, located on the Sava River. Known for its Austro-Hungarian architecture, museums, and cultural festivals, Zagreb is a major economic and educational hub in Southeastern Europe.

Answer: True

The Lehmann discontinuity is named after Danish seismologist Inge Lehmann, who discovered Earth's solid inner core in 1936. The discontinuity at about 5,150 km depth marks the boundary between the liquid outer core and solid inner core.

Answer: Karnataka

Karnataka is the largest producer of sunflower in India, contributing about 30% of national production. Major sunflower-growing districts are Tumakuru, Chitradurga, and Davangere. Sunflower oil is a healthy cooking oil rich in vitamin E.

Answer: Maharashtra

Maharashtra has the highest Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) in India, contributing about 15% of national GDP. Mumbai, the financial capital, drives the state's economy through finance, entertainment, IT, and manufacturing sectors.

Answer: Huang He (Yellow River)

The Huang He (Yellow River) is called 'China's Sorrow' due to its history of catastrophic floods caused by silt deposition raising the riverbed. Massive dam projects like the Xiaolangdi Dam now help control flooding and generate hydropower.

Answer: True

The Naga Hills form part of the India-Myanmar border in Nagaland and Manipur. They are an extension of the Eastern Himalayas and part of the Indo-Burma biodiversity hotspot. The hills are home to diverse Naga tribes with rich cultural heritage.

Answer: All of these

All three—National Chambal, Bhitarkanika, and Sultanpur—are important habitats for the Indian monitor lizard. This large reptile is an indicator of healthy wetland ecosystems. Conservation focuses on reducing habitat loss and human conflict.

Answer: Lake Geneva

Lake Geneva (Lac Léman) is the largest lake in the Alps (580 sq km), shared by Switzerland and France. Located at 372 m elevation, it is fed by the Rhône River. The lake is known for its scenic beauty and cities like Geneva and Lausanne.

Answer: Pre-monsoon showers

Tea Showers are pre-monsoon rainfall in Assam during March-April that help in tea leaf growth. These showers are caused by convective activity and moisture from the Bay of Bengal. They are crucial for Assam's tea industry, which produces about 50% of India's tea.

Answer: True

The Bosphorus Strait connects the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara, which then connects to the Mediterranean via the Dardanelles. It divides Istanbul into European and Asian sides. The strait is a critical maritime route and strategic chokepoint.

Answer: Rajasthan

India's first commercial small modular reactor (SMR) project is planned in Rajasthan. SMRs are compact nuclear reactors (under 300 MW) offering flexibility and safety. They support India's goal of 22.4 GW nuclear capacity by 2031.

Answer: Marine National Park

Marine National Park in the Gulf of Kutch, Gujarat, is the largest national park in the state (163 sq km marine area). It is India's first marine protected area, featuring coral reefs, mangroves, and diverse marine life including dolphins and sea turtles.

Answer: Belgrade

Belgrade is the capital and largest city of Serbia, located at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. One of Europe's oldest cities, it has been a strategic crossroads for centuries. Belgrade is known for its fortress and vibrant nightlife.

Answer: False

China is the largest producer of potatoes globally, followed by India. India produces about 50 million tonnes annually, primarily in Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and Punjab. Potatoes are a key Rabi crop and food security crop.

Answer: Glacial deposition

Drumlins are elongated hills of glacial till deposited by moving ice sheets. They have a steep stoss side and gentle lee side, indicating ice flow direction. Drumlins are common in Ireland, Canada, and parts of North America.

Answer: Millets

Millets are called the 'Crop of the Poor' as they grow in marginal soils with minimal water and inputs. They are nutritious, climate-resilient, and support small farmers. The UN's International Year of Millets (2023) promoted their cultivation.

Answer: Mauna Loa

Mauna Loa in Hawaii is the world's largest active volcano by volume (about 75,000 cu km). It is a shield volcano that has erupted 33 times since 1843. Though Mount Everest is taller above sea level, Mauna Loa is taller from base to summit.

Answer: True

India has the largest postal network in the world with over 155,000 post offices, about 90% in rural areas. India Post provides mail, banking, and insurance services. The network plays a crucial role in financial inclusion and last-mile connectivity.

Answer: Ganga

The Ganga River is called the 'Lifeline of Bihar' as it provides water for irrigation, drinking, and transport. The river supports agriculture in the fertile Gangetic plains and is culturally significant. Major cities like Patna are located on its banks.