Goa - Study Mode

[#341] Goa was discovered by which of the following
Correct Answer

(B) Vasco Da Gama

Explanation

Solution: Goa was discovered by Vasco Da Gama. His initial voyage to India was the first to link Europe and Asia by an ocean route, connecting the Atlantic and the Indian oceans and, in this way, the West and the East. He reached Goa on 11 th September 1524 but died at Kochi three months later.

[#342] When was the church of Our Lady built?
Correct Answer

(A) 1541

Explanation

Solution: Built in 1541, the Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception is located in the town center of Panaji, Goa’s state capital and is one of the main attractions of the town. The chapel was later rebuilt, in 1619, into the church that stands there today.

[#343] When was Mormugao formed?
Correct Answer

(A) 1917

Explanation

Solution: It has a deep natural harbour and remains Goa's chief port. In 1917, thirty-one settlements were carved out of the Salcete region to form Morumugao with Mormugao seaport as its headquarters.

[#344] How many wildlife sanctuaries are there in Goa?
Correct Answer

(A) Six

Explanation

Solution: Presently there are six wildlife sanctuaries in Goa: The Bondla Wildlife sanctuary at Bondla (8 sq km) The Bhagvan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary at Mollem (133 sq km)

[#345] Where is the Jawarharlal Nehru Stadium is situated?
Correct Answer

(A) Margao

Explanation

Solution: The Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium used mostly for football matches situated in Margao, Goa, India.