Jammu And Kashmir And Ladakh - Study Mode

[#1311] Which among the following is a border district lying on the Line of Control between India and Pakistan?
Correct Answer

(D) Kupwara

Explanation

Solution: Kupwara is situated on the North-West side of Kashmir valley. It is a border district of Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir which lies on the Line of Control that separates India and Pakistan.

[#1312] Which district is the most populous district of Jammu and Kashmir ?
Correct Answer

(D) Jammu

Explanation

Solution: Jammu district is the most populous district of Jammu and Kashmir and have the highest literacy rate in the Jammu region.

[#1313] In terms of area, which is the largest district in Ladakh region?
Correct Answer

(A) Leh

Explanation

Solution: In terms of area, Leh is the largest district in ladakh region and second largest in the country.

[#1314] Which district is known as the 'Gateway of Jammu and Kashmir'?
Correct Answer

(A) Kathua

Explanation

Solution: Kathua shares its borders with Punjab in the South-East, Himachal Pradesh in the North-East, Doda district and Udhampur district in the North and North-West, Samba district in the West and Pakistan in the
South-West. It is the gateway of Jammu and Kashmir.

[#1315] King Yashakara ruled between which period in Kashmir?
Correct Answer

(A) 939 - 948 AD

Explanation

Solution: Yashaskardeva was appointed to the throne of Kashmir in 939 AD. This started the Brahminic rule in Kashmir. He ruled till 948 AD.