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[#331] Which is called the City of Lakes?
Correct Answer

(C) Udaipur

Explanation

Solution: Picturesque and elegant, Udaipur is known by many names, including "the City of Lakes". Undoubtedly one of India's most romantic cities, it nestles between the glassy waters of its famous lakes and the ancient Aravelli Hills.

[#332] What is the new name of NH 13?
Correct Answer

(A) NH 169

Explanation

Solution: National Highway 13 (NH 13), now renamed as NH 169 is a National Highway in India that runs from Solapur in Maharashtra to Mangalore in Karnataka. The total length of NH 13 is 691 km (429 mi).

[#333] How many waterfalls are there in Uttara Kannada?
Correct Answer

(B) 13

Explanation

Solution: 13 Waterfalls in Uttara Kannada District.

[#334] Which archeological site in Karnataka is known as South India's earliest Iron Age site?
Correct Answer

(C) Hallur

Explanation

Solution: Hallur is an archaeological site located in the Haveri district, in the Indian state of Karnataka. Hallur, South India's earliest Iron Age site, lies in a semi-arid region with scrub vegetation, located on the banks of the river Tungabhadra. The site is a low mound about 6.4 m high.

[#335] Who titled himself as the "lord of both the worlds" among his people?
Correct Answer

(C) Dhondiya Wagh

Explanation

Solution: Dhondia Wagh (died 10 th September 1800) was an Indian military soldier, adventurer and plunderer in 18 th century India. After Tipu's death in the Fourth Anglo-Mysore War, he raised a force comprising soldiers from the former Mysore Army and took control of northern part of the Mysore Kingdom. The "lord of both the worlds" among his people also called Dhondiya Wagh.