Uttar Pradesh - Study Mode

[#581] Which district is also known as Mini/Chhota Punjab?
Correct Answer

(B) Pilibhit

Explanation

Solution: Puranpur is a town and a municipal board in Pilibhit district in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Puranpur is divided into 25 wards for which elections are held every 5 years. After independence and Partition of India the large numbers of Sikhs migrated and settled in the Puranpur Region. Due to dense Sikh population and their lifestyle, The area is also known as Mini Punjab as after Partition of India in 1947.

[#582] Sant Ravidas Nagar is famous for .........?
Correct Answer

(A) Carpet

Explanation

Solution: Previous name of Bhadohi was Sant Ravidas Nagar. The district is widely known for its Carpet (Dari) work which is why the district is also known as 'Carpet city' as it is home to the largest hand-knotted carpet weaving industry hubs in South Asia.

[#583] Chitrakoot district is located on the banks of which river?
Correct Answer

(C) Mandakini

Explanation

Solution: Chitrakoot is situated on the bank of River Mandakini in Uttar Pradesh. It is believed to be one of the oldest pilgrimages in the country.

[#584] The area of Uttar Pradesh is
Correct Answer

(B) 2,40,928 sq km

Explanation

Solution: Situated in the northern part of the country, Uttar Pradesh covers an area of 2,40,928 sq km.

[#585] Himalayan mountain range has been formed during
Correct Answer

(C) Tertiary period