Jammu And Kashmir And Ladakh - Study Mode

[#876] The confluence of which two rivers makes the river Chenab?
Correct Answer

(B) Chandra and Bhaga

Explanation

Solution: Chenab is formed by two streams namely, the Chandra and Bhaga that flow out from Baralacha and meet at Tandi. Due to the confluence of these streams, the river is also called Chandrabhaga.

[#877] When was the First Mineral Survey was done in Jammu and Kashmir?
Correct Answer

(A) 1924

Explanation

Solution: In Jammu and Kashmir, the first survey of mineral's wealth was done by a renowned geologist, Mr. Middlemiss in 1924 in collaboration with the State Government.

[#878] The Department of Geology and Mining of Jammu and Kashmir was established in which year?
Correct Answer

(C) 1960

Explanation

Solution: In order to explore the mineral wealth and groundwater resources in the Union Territories, the Government of Jammu and Kashmir established the Department of Geology and Mining in 1960.

[#879] The Department of Soil and Water Conservation of Jammu and Kashmir was established in the year
Correct Answer

(C) 1978

Explanation

Solution: In order to conserve and manage the soil and water resources of the Union Territories, the Government of Jammu and Kashmir established the Department of Soil and Water Conservation of Jammu and Kashmir in 1978.

[#880] Assertion (A): Ladakh has potential resources for the development of nuclear power station. Reason (R): Uranium and thorium deposits are discovered in the Nubra-Shyok region of Ladakh. Which of the following is true ?
Correct Answer

(A) Both (A) and (R) true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)

Explanation

Solution: Ladakh has high concentration of uranium and thorium in Udmaru village situated in Nubra-Shyok river valley.