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According to the 2011 Census, which state has the highest population density, with over 1100 persons per square kilometer?

  • West Bengal
  • Kerala
  • Uttar Pradesh
  • Bihar
Correct Option: D  [ Bihar ]

Explanation: As per the 2011 census, Bihar has the highest population density among states with 1,106 persons per square kilometer. It is followed by West Bengal (1,028) and Uttar Pradesh (829) among the major states.

The Thal Ghat, also known as Kasara Ghat, lies in the Western Ghats and is an important link on the busy route connecting which two major cities?

  • Mumbai–Pune
  • Mumbai–Nashik
  • Pune–Goa
  • Nashik–Surat
Correct Option: B  [ Mumbai–Nashik ]

Explanation: The Thal Ghat (or Kasara Ghat) lies in the Western Ghats near the town of Kasara in Maharashtra. It is a critical link for both road and rail transport on the busy Mumbai–Nashik route.

Which pass in Arunachal Pradesh is located near the trijunction of India, China, and Myanmar's borders?

  • Sela Pass
  • Bomdi La
  • Pangsau Pass
  • Diphu Pass
Correct Option: D  [ Diphu Pass ]

Explanation: The Diphu Pass is located in the Anjaw district of Arunachal Pradesh, near the trijunction of the borders of India, China, and Myanmar. It lies on the McMohan Line, which demarcates India and China, and is an important trade route.

Which pass in Sikkim, part of the ancient Silk Route, connects India with Tibet's Chumbi Valley and was reopened for border trade in 2006?

  • Jelep La
  • Naku La
  • Bum La
  • Nathu La
Correct Option: D  [ Nathu La ]

Explanation: Nathu La is a mountain pass in the Dongkya Range of the eastern Himalayas in Sikkim. It connects to the Chumbi Valley and was part of the ancient Silk Route. After being closed in 1962, it was reopened in 2006 as an important trading border post between India and China.

The strategically significant Atal Tunnel, providing all-weather connectivity on the Manali-Leh axis, is built under which Himalayan pass?

  • Bara Lacha La
  • Shipki La
  • Rohtang Pass
  • Zoji La
Correct Option: C  [ Rohtang Pass ]

Explanation: The Atal Tunnel, formerly known as the Rohtang Tunnel, is built under the Rohtang Pass in the eastern Pir Panjal Range. At 9.02 km, it is the longest highway tunnel above 10,000 feet in the world.

Which pass on the Mughal Road is also known locally as 'Peer Ki Gali' and connects the Kashmir Valley with Rajouri and Poonch?

  • Banihal Pass
  • Zoji La
  • Rohtang Pass
  • Pir Panjal Pass
Correct Option: D  [ Pir Panjal Pass ]

Explanation: The Pir Panjal Pass, also known as Peer Ki Gali, lies on the Pir Panjal Range and connects Srinagar (Kashmir Valley) to the Rajouri and Poonch districts of Jammu. It is the highest point on the Mughal Road.

Which city in Gujarat is renowned for its diamond cutting and polishing industry and is widely known as the 'Diamond City of India'?

  • Ahmedabad
  • Gandhinagar
  • Vadodara
  • Surat
Correct Option: D  [ Surat ]

Explanation: Surat is famous for its diamond cutting and polishing, with an estimated 90% of all diamonds on the planet being processed there. For this reason, it is known as the Diamond City of India.

The Durgapur Steel Plant, established during the Second Five Year Plan, was set up in West Bengal with collaboration from which country?

  • Germany
  • Russia
  • United Kingdom
  • United States
Correct Option: C  [ United Kingdom ]

Explanation: The Durgapur Steel Plant in West Bengal was set up in collaboration with the government of the United Kingdom and started production in 1962. It was one of three major steel plants set up with foreign collaboration during that plan period.

India's first jute mill was established in 1855 at which location near Kolkata?

  • Serampore
  • Rishra
  • Howrah
  • Titagarh
Correct Option: B  [ Rishra ]

Explanation: The first jute mill in India was set up near Kolkata in 1855 at Rishra. Most of India's jute mills remained in West Bengal along the banks of the Hugli River after the partition in 1947.

The 'Golden Revolution' in India is associated with an increase in the production of which of the following?

  • Oilseeds and Pulses
  • Milk and Dairy
  • Jute and Cotton
  • Fruits and Honey
Correct Option: D  [ Fruits and Honey ]

Explanation: The Golden Revolution in India is related to increasing the production of fruits, honey, and overall horticulture development.
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