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[#256] Parasnath is a part of which rock system?
Correct Answer

(A) Vindhyan rock system

Explanation

Solution: The Vindhyan rock system includes Parasnath. This rock system is well-known for its rock for house construction. The red sandstone of this construction is used to construct the Sanchi stupa, the Red fort and the Jama masjid. This structure also contains limestone, china clay, dolomite, and other minerals.

[#257] Netarhat region of Jharkhand is popularly known as
Correct Answer

(C) Queen of Hill

Explanation

Solution: Netarhat region of Jharkhand is popularly known as Queen of Hill. Netarhat Pat (1070 m) is the highest point in the area.

[#258] In which period coal belts of Peninsular India were developed?
Correct Answer

(A) Gondwana period

Explanation

Solution: Peninsular India's coal belts were established during the Gondwana period. This coal was formed between 600 and 300 million years ago during the Carboniferous epoch.

[#259] Gondwana rock system is found in Jharkhand state in areas of
Correct Answer

(A) Latehar, Jharia, Raniganj

Explanation

Solution: The rock system is primarily found in Raniganj, Jharia, Latehar regions of Jharkhand, Damodar and Pench valleys in Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh, Godavari valley in Telangana and the Rajmahal Hills, West Bengal.

[#260] Which state lies to the East of Jharkhand?
Correct Answer

(A) West Bengal

Explanation

Solution: Jharkhand's eastern boundary is formed by West Bengal.