Punjab - Study Mode

[#906] Which of the following are objectives of Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana? 1. 60% grants by Central Government 2. Target in Kandi area 3. To develop marketing infrastructure
Correct Answer

(B) 2 and 3

Explanation

Solution: Under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana, 75% grant in aid shall be given by the Government of India for the development and strengthening of agricultural marketing infrastructure. In this scheme, the financially weaker market committees primarily of the most neglected Kandi area of the state has been selected.

[#907] Which of the following districts of Punjab serves as gateway to the state of Jammu and Kashmir?
Correct Answer

(B) Pathankot

Explanation

Solution: Pathankot is the last city in Punjab on the national highway that connects Jammu and Kashmir with rest of India. It is also a gateway to the Himachal hill stations of Dalhousie, Dharmshala, Kangra valley, Jwalaji and Chintpurni.

[#908] Which of the following districts of Punjab known as 'Mecca of Indian Hockey'?
Correct Answer

(B) Jalandhar

Explanation

Solution: The sports goods industry is mainly concentrated in Jalandhar. The place is known as Mecca of Indian Hockey.

[#909] The town known for manufacture of wooden toys, in lay and lacquer finished furniture and musical instruments is
Correct Answer

(C) Hoshiarpur

Explanation

Solution: The town Hoshiarpur is known for manufacture of wooden toys, inlay and lacquer finished furniture and musical instruments such as tabla, harmonium, sitar, etc.

[#910] Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar (SBS Nagar) district was formerly known as
Correct Answer

(C) Nawanshahr

Explanation

Solution: Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar (SBS Nagar) district was formerly known as Nawanshahr.