Jammu And Kashmir And Ladakh - Study Mode

[#1101] Butter tea of Ladakh is called ......... in Tibet.
Correct Answer

(B) Gur Gur Cha

Explanation

Solution: No occasion of Ladakh could be complete without butter tea (Gur Gur Cha) which is prepared with butter, milk and salt. All of this put into shaker (Gur Gur) and the tea is made. People of Ladakh drink it all day to keep their body warm and hydrated in a cold, high-altitude area. It is served in weddings, festivals and all important occasions of Ladakh.

[#1102] Lama Lhawang Lotus founded the
Correct Answer

(B) Stok Monastery

Explanation

Solution: Stok Monastery in Ladakh was founded by Lama Lhawang Lotus during the period of influence of king Takpa Bumlde. This monastery is a secondary of Spitok monastery. Stok Gompa belongs to the yellow-hat sect of Buddhism and the number of lamas is only 20 that reside in the monastery. Moreover oldest part of stok monastery Ladakh is 550 years old but the main assembly hall is just 50 years old.

[#1103] Which of the statements is true?
Correct Answer

(C) It was given to a Trust by Dr. Karan Singh for use as a Museum

Explanation

Solution: The Amar Mahal Palace is a palace in Jammu, in the Indian erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir in India, which has now been converted into a Museum. It was built in the nineteenth century for Raja Amar Singh, a Dogra king by a French architect on the lines of a French Chateau. The palace was donated to the Hari-Tara charitable trust by Dr. Karan Singh for use as a museum. It has many exhibits including a golden throne weighing 120 kg, Pahari miniature and Kangra miniature paintings, a library of 25,000 antique books and many rare art collections.

[#1104] Patnitop Hill Resort is located in
Correct Answer

(A) Udhampur

Explanation

Solution: Patnitop is a hill resort located in the Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir on a plateau in the Shivalik belt. At a height of 2024 meters and surrounded by dense forests, forms the backdrop of Chenab River flowing nearby. This flourishing hill top boasts of three fresh water springs with ice cold water and having medicinal properties. A thick snow fall in winters is a great tourist attraction. A haven for outdoor pursuits, Patnitop is also a trailhead for numerous treks to the nearby mountains and a charm for adventure lovers. It provides for a breath taking view of the Pir Panjal range.

[#1105] Jasrota was founded by ...............
Correct Answer

(A) Jasdev

Explanation

Solution: Jasrota was the Capital of Jasrotia Rajputs. It was founded by Jasdev, a Ruler of the Royal House of Jammu and Kashmir, who gave it to his brother Karan. It is situated in Kathua district. Jasrota Wildlife Sanctuary is located here. Jasrotia Rajputs meet here annually and perform Yajna in the temple inside the palace.