Question 1:
ICFAI University in Dehradun has been established in
A.
2003
B.
2005
C.
2004
D.
2006
Answer: _________
Question 2:
Patanjali University is established in
A.
2003
B.
2007
C.
2001
D.
2002
Answer: _________
Question 3:
When 'Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya', was established?
A.
2002
B.
2001
C.
2000
D.
2008
Answer: _________
Question 4:
Directorate of Higher Education was established in Uttarakhand in
A.
2001
B.
2002
C.
2004
D.
2003
Answer: _________
Question 5:
When Kumaun University, Nainital was established?
A.
1973
B.
1972
C.
1971
D.
1970
Answer: _________
Question 6:
When Doon University, Dehradun was established?
A.
1973
B.
2001
C.
2006
D.
2005
Answer: _________
Question 7:
When did the Gurukul Kangri Mahavidyalaya got the status of Deemed University?
A.
1962
B.
1960
C.
1961
D.
1964
Answer: _________
Question 8:
When 'Gurukul Kangri Vishwavidyalaya' was established in Haridwar?
A.
1962
B.
1901
C.
1947
D.
1921
Answer: _________
Question 9:
DAV in Dehradun has been established in
A.
1946
B.
2003
C.
2001
D.
2000
Answer: _________
Question 10:
How many Central Universities are in Uttarakhand?
A.
6
B.
1
C.
2
D.
3
Answer: _________
Question 11:
Who is known as sher of Kali Kumaun
A.
Chandra Singh
B.
Harshdev Auli
C.
Bhawani Singh Rawat
D.
Badri Dutt Pandey
Answer: _________
Question 12:
In 1921, who launched a movement against coolie Begar.
A.
Badri Dutt Pandey, Har Govind Pant and G. B. Pant.
B.
Badri Dutt Pandey, Har Govind Pant and Chiranji Lal.
C.
Sadri Dutt Pandey, G. B. Pant and Chiranji Lal.
D.
G. B. Pant, Har Govind Pant and Chiranji Lal.
Answer: _________
Question 13:
The newspaper 'Karma Bhumi Saptahik' was founded by
A.
Badri Dutt Pandey in 1913
B.
Badri Dutt Pandey in 1939
C.
Bhakti Darshan in 1939
D.
Bhakti Darshan in 1913
Answer: _________
Question 14:
Who organised Loktantrik Samajvadi Party in 1979 after leaving Indira Gandhi Government in 1975 due to national emergency?
A.
Badri Dutt Pandey
B.
Anusuya Prasad Bahuguna
C.
Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna
D.
Mohan Singh Mehta
Answer: _________
Question 15:
Which of the following member was not related to the Kumaun Parishad
A.
Badri Dutt Pandey
B.
Har Govind Ballabh Pant
C.
G. B. Pant
D.
Kurmanchal Kesari
Answer: _________
Question 16:
Consider the following statements 1. He was the first freedom fighter of Kumaun. 2. He was born at Visud village near Lohaghat. 3. He struggled against British during the tenure of Henry Ramsay. The above statements are related to which personality?
A.
Badri Dutt Pandey
B.
Harshdev Auli
C.
Mukundi Lal
D.
Kalu Mahara
Answer: _________
Question 17:
Who faced Court Marshall and was terminated from Army due to his nationalist ideas
A.
Anusuya Prasad Bahuguna
B.
Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna
C.
Mahaveer Tyagi
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 18:
Match the following List-I (Newspaper) List-II (Editor) a. Almora Akhbar 1. Badri Dutta Pandey b. Yugvani 2. Bhairav Dutt c. Swadhin Praja 3. Victor Mohan Joshi d. Garhwali 4. Vishambhar Dutt Chandola
A.
a-2, b-1, c-3, d-4
B.
a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
C.
a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4
D.
a-3, b-1, c-2, d-4
Answer: _________
Question 19:
Match the following List-I (Book) List-II (Author) a. Kumaun Ka ltihas 1. Badri Dutta Pandey b. Garhwal Paintings 2. Barrister Mukundi Lal c. Kumaun Ka Yogdaan 3. Dr. Bhakt Darshah d. Suman Smriti Granth 4. Indira Singh Nayal
A.
a-1, b-2, c-4, d-3
B.
a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
C.
a-2, b-1, c-3, d-4
D.
a-3, b-1, c-2, d-4
Answer: _________
Question 20:
Match the following List-I (Organisation) List-II (Established Year) a. Prem Sabha 1. 1914 b. Bal Sabha 2. 1935 c. Homerule League 3. 1914 d. Shuddha Sahitya Samiti 4. 1913
A.
a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4
B.
a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
C.
a-2, b-1, c-3, d-4
D.
a-4, b-1, c-2, d-3
Answer: _________
Question 21:
In 1887, the first Garhwali regiment was named
A.
39 Garhwal Rifles
B.
38 Garhwal Rifles
C.
36 Garhwal Rifles
D.
37 Garhwal Rifles
Answer: _________
Question 22:
Himalaya Vidyapeeth was founded in
A.
1940 at Dehradun
B.
1939 at Dehradun
C.
1940 at Garhwal
D.
1939 at Almora
Answer: _________
Question 23:
Consider the following statements about Pandit Govind Ballabh Pant? 1. He was fondly called Himalaya Putra by Jawaharlal Nehru. 2. He was the first Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh. 3. He was awarded with Bharat Ratna in 1957. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A.
1 and 2
B.
2 and 3
C.
1 and 3
D.
All of the above
Answer: _________
Question 24:
In which year, Indira Gandhi made Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh?
A.
1970
B.
1971
C.
1972
D.
1973
Answer: _________
Question 25:
In which year, the Debating Club of Almora started the publication of Almora Akhbar?
A.
1901
B.
1871
C.
1890
D.
1906
Answer: _________
Question 26:
The Kumaun Parishad was formed in the year
A.
1900
B.
1916
C.
1903
D.
1905
Answer: _________
Question 27:
Kalu Singh Mahara, the first freedom fighter of Kumaun, founded an organisation Krantiveer in the year
A.
1872
B.
1851
C.
1857
D.
1890
Answer: _________
Question 28:
Which of the following statement(s) is/are incorrect?
A.
The regimes of Panwar dynasty in Kumaun followed an indigeneous administrative tradition.
B.
In 1966-67, Community Party of India organised People Awareness Programme (PAP) for a separate hill state.
C.
In 1967, a Hill State Council was established.
D.
None of the above
E.
Uttarakhand is broadly divided into two zones-Garhwal and Kumaun.
F.
Uttarakhand was referred to as Uttarkuru in Mahabharata.
G.
The figures depicted in the paintings of stone age are macrographics.
H.
None of the above
I.
The total area of Uttarakhand is 1.69% of the area of the country.
J.
The central Himalayas are extended in Nepal.
K.
Terai region is not running parallel to Bhabar.
L.
None of these
M.
Haldwani Conference was held under the Chairmanship of Badri Dutt Pandey.
N.
P. C. Joshi, General Secretary of C. P. I. also raised the demand for separate state of Uttarakhand.
O.
During 1970s, it was decided to rechristen the name of the Hill State Council as Uttarakhand Hill State Council.
P.
None of the above
Q.
King Som chand of the Chanda dynasty was from Rajasthan.
R.
In 1638, King Baz Bahadur chand sat on the Kumaun throne.
S.
The year of 1667-1717 marked the reign of King Fateh Shah.
T.
None of the above
U.
During the national Uprising of 1857, the people of Uttarakhand were most active.
V.
In April , 1930, Salt was made at Ubhara chamana and Hatuli in violation of salt laws.
W.
In 1927, Purshottam Upadhyay went to Lahore to attend congress session.
X.
None of the above
Y.
The Kali river originates in Pithoragarh district.
Z.
The Kali river drains Eastern Kumaun and Western Nepal.
[.
The Mandal river meets the Ramganga at Loharchaur.
\.
None of the above
].
The river Alaknanda and Bhagirathi after joining at Devprayag are exclusively called the Ganga.
^.
The river Alaknanda and Bhagiratni orginate from the opposite sides of the Chaukhamba Peak.
_.
Ihe Alaknanda flows in a narrow gorge from Vishnuprayag to Pakhi.
`.
None of the above.
Answer: _________
Question 29:
The main cause for the separation of Uttarakhand was
A.
the protection of hilly people's culture.
B.
backwardness and poverty of hilly people.
C.
separate identity and land of hilly people.
D.
political wish of hilly people.
Answer: _________
Question 30:
After the formation of Uttarakhand, who among the following was Sworn in as the first Governor of the state?
A.
Surjeet Singh Barnala
B.
Sudarshan Agarwal
C.
B. L. Joshi
D.
Margaret Alva
Answer: _________
Question 31:
Hariyala is celebrated during the month of Shrawan. People make
A.
dishes of jaggery
B.
flower vash
C.
clay statues
D.
wooden table for God
Answer: _________
Question 32:
Which among the following fairs is held in the honour of Lord Jageshwar, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas (columns of light) spread all over India?
A.
Devidhura fair
B.
Bikhauti fair
C.
Hatkalika fair
D.
Jageshwar fair
Answer: _________
Question 33:
Rajpur Ka Mela is held in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Chamoli
B.
Pithoragarh
C.
Dehradun
D.
Bageshwar
Answer: _________
Question 34:
Somnath fair is held in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Chamoli
B.
Almora
C.
Dehradun
D.
Champawat
Answer: _________
Question 35:
Honkara Devi festival is held in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Almora
B.
Pithoragarh
C.
Chamoli
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 36:
Atta Khora has the motive/meaning of
A.
All well
B.
Get together
C.
God of Rain
D.
Shakti
Answer: _________
Question 37:
Purnagiri fair is located on the right bank of which river?
A.
Alaknanda
B.
Ganga
C.
Bhagirathi
D.
Kali
Answer: _________
Question 38:
Match the following List-I (Fair) List-II (Place) a. Vishu fair 1. Nainital b. Chandrabadni fair 2. Pithoragarh c. Rani Bagh fair 3. Chakrata d. Hathkalika fair 4. Tehri Garhwal
A.
a-2, b-3, c-4, d-1
B.
a-3, b-4, c-1, d-2
C.
a-3, b-4, c-2, d-1
D.
a-1, b-2, c-4, d-3
Answer: _________
Question 39:
March the following List-I (Fair/Festival) List-II (District) a. Jhande Ka Mela 1. Dehradun b. Deeva Kauthik 2. Pauri Garhwal c. Chaiti Pasara 3. Tehri Garhwal d. Varuna Ka Mela 4. Uttarkashi
A.
a-2, b-1, c-3, d-4
B.
a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4
C.
a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
D.
a-3, b-4, c-2, d-1
Answer: _________
Question 40:
Match the following List-I (Fair/Festival) List-II (Deity/Motive) a. Harela 1. Greenery b. Shivratri 2. Shiv c. Bashi Jagaran 3. Ganganath d. Ghee Sankranti 4. Cultural
A.
a-2, b-1, c-3, d-4
B.
a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4
C.
a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
D.
a-1, b-2, c-4, d-3
Answer: _________
Question 41:
Which is the largest minority in Uttarakhand?
A.
Christians
B.
Buddhists
C.
Sikhs
D.
Muslims
Answer: _________
Question 42:
Which district of Uttarakhand has the highest rural sex ratio?
A.
Chamoli
B.
Almora
C.
Pithoragarh
D.
Uttarkashi
Answer: _________
Question 43:
As per Census 2011, which district of Uttarakhand has the highest rural population?
A.
Chamoli
B.
Bageshwar
C.
Champawat
D.
Uttarakashi
Answer: _________
Question 44:
Which district of Uttarakhand has highest urban sex ratio?
A.
Chamoli
B.
Bageshwar
C.
Dehradun
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 45:
Which of the following statements is incorrect?
A.
Almora district has the highest sex ratio in Uttarakhand.
B.
Haridwar district has the lowest sex ratio in Uttarakhand.
C.
Nine districts of Uttarakhand have sex ratio above than the national average of 943.
D.
Nine districts of Uttarakhand have sex ratio more than 1000.
Answer: _________
Question 46:
According to Census 2011, the rural sex ratio of Uttarakhand is
A.
900
B.
800
C.
700
D.
1000
Answer: _________
Question 47:
According to Census 2011, the urban sex ratio of Uttarakhand is
A.
890
B.
850
C.
884
D.
905
Answer: _________
Question 48:
According to Census 2011, the urban child sex ratio of Uttarakhand is
A.
868
B.
768
C.
968
D.
900
Answer: _________
Question 49:
In Uttarakhand, how many pereentage of population are living in urban areas?
A.
30.23%
B.
79.45%
C.
65.25%
D.
55.25%
Answer: _________
Question 50:
In Uttarakhand, how many percentage of population are living in rural areas?
A.
20.55%
B.
69.76%
C.
15.55%
D.
40.20%
Answer: _________
Question 51:
How many State Universities are in Uttarakhand?
A.
5
B.
4
C.
3
D.
9
Answer: _________
Question 52:
How many Private Universities are in Uttarakhand?
A.
4
B.
10
C.
107
D.
6
Answer: _________
Question 53:
How many Deemed Universities are there in Uttarakhand?
A.
1
B.
2
C.
3
D.
4
Answer: _________
Question 54:
According of Census 2011, what is the urban literacy rate of Uttarakhand?
A.
84.45%
B.
74.45%
C.
85.95%
D.
75.95%
Answer: _________
Question 55:
Who among the following was known as Marathon Athlete?
A.
Yashwant Singh Rawat
B.
Baljit Singh
C.
Suresh Pandey
D.
Trilok Singh
Answer: _________
Question 56:
Baljit Singh is associated with which sport?
A.
Wrestling
B.
Chess
C.
Judo
D.
Football
Answer: _________
Question 57:
Kamla Rawat is from Almora. She gained fame due to
A.
Wrestling
B.
Hockey
C.
Shooting
D.
Judo
Answer: _________
Question 58:
Abinav Bindra, the winner of Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Puraskar belongs to which state of India?
A.
Uttarakhand
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Himachal Pradesh
Answer: _________
Question 59:
Who got the title 'Black Belt First Den' by the French Government?
A.
Sushma Rana
B.
Kamla Rawat
C.
Tara Rawat
D.
Sunita Rani
Answer: _________
Question 60:
Garhwal and Kumaun ranges are famous sites for
A.
Sledging
B.
Skiing
C.
Kayaking
D.
Ski-touring
Answer: _________
Question 61:
The Nayar is a Compact system of drainage which drains most part of _______ district.
A.
Nainital
B.
Dehradun
C.
Tehri Garhwal
D.
Pauri Garhwal
Answer: _________
Question 62:
Balganga and Dharam Ganga are tributaries of
A.
Mandakini
B.
Bhilangana
C.
Kali
D.
Sarayu
Answer: _________
Question 63:
The Pranmati Gad and the Ata Gad are important ributaries of the river
A.
Mandakini
B.
Nandakini
C.
Pindar
D.
Birahiganga
Answer: _________
Question 64:
The Puri Gad is the important tributary of the river
A.
Mandakini
B.
Nandakini
C.
Pidar
D.
Birahiganga
Answer: _________
Question 65:
In which of the following hilly places famous is Kempty fall situated
A.
Landsowne
B.
Mussoorie
C.
Nainital
D.
Almora
Answer: _________
Question 66:
Which among the following lakes is the deepest lake of Uttarakhand?
A.
Khurpa Tal
B.
Naukuchia Tal
C.
Sat Tal
D.
Bhim Tal
Answer: _________
Question 67:
The river Rawasan Nadi originates from
A.
Kher-Pokhari Danda
B.
Western slope of the Ramri Peak
C.
Southern slope of Dwarikhal
D.
Western slope of Kalo danda
Answer: _________
Question 68:
Nandakini river meets the Alaknanda at
A.
Karnprayag
B.
Nandprayag
C.
Birahiganga
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 69:
Goriganga, Sarayu, Ladhiya and Lohawati are the important tributaries of which river?
A.
Kali
B.
Ramganga
C.
Yamuna
D.
Saraswati
Answer: _________
Question 70:
Which river separate the Dehradun district from the North-West
A.
Ganga
B.
Yamuna
C.
Balganga
D.
Alaknand
Answer: _________
Question 71:
Which of the following soil is non calcerous to moderately calcerous?
A.
Red and Black soil
B.
Himalayan alluvial soil
C.
Forest soil
D.
Podsolic soil
Answer: _________
Question 72:
Foothills and Terai soils are
A.
poor in plant nutrients and phosphate.
B.
rich in humus.
C.
alkaline in reaction.
D.
deficient in humus and nitrogen.
Answer: _________
Question 73:
Which among the following types of soil is rich in undercomposed organic matter?
A.
Podsolic soil
B.
Forest soil
C.
Foothills and Terai soils
D.
Mountain and Hill soils
Answer: _________
Question 74:
Soils of the Uttarakhand region has been formed through which process?
A.
Pedogenetic process
B.
Transportation
C.
Both 'A' and 'B'
D.
Leaching
Answer: _________
Question 75:
Consider the following statements 1. Podsolic soil is the soil that has development in humid temperate conditions usually under coniferous forest. 2. Red and black soils are deficient in lime, humus and nitrogen. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 76:
Consider the following statements 1. Forest soil is found in the Terai and Bhabar tract, Doon valley and lower Himalayas. 2. Ferrugenous red soil is lacking in nitrogen, humus and phosphorus. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 77:
Consider the following statements 1. The soil of the upper Bhagirathi, Alaknanda and Dhauliganga is of mixed origin. The glacial and fluvio-glacial processes. 2. Have highly affected the soils of these valleys. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 78:
Ferrugenous Red soil is deficient in
A.
nitrogen
B.
humus
C.
phosphorus
D.
All of these
Answer: _________
Question 79:
Which among the following types of soils is very thin and fragile?
A.
Mountain and Hill soils
B.
Forest soil
C.
Podsolic soil
D.
Alluvial soil
Answer: _________
Question 80:
The soil found in most of the hilly and mountainous parts of Uttarakhand is
A.
Mesozoic soil
B.
Skeletal soil
C.
Mountainous soil
D.
Sedentary soil
Answer: _________
Question 81:
When did the Horticulture Mission for North-East and Himalayan States (HMNEH) started?
A.
2003-04
B.
2004-05
C.
2005-06
D.
2006-07
Answer: _________
Question 82:
The culturable wasteland area of Uttarakhand is
A.
2,24,851 hectares
B.
1,35,412 hectares
C.
2,18,034 hectares
D.
3,11,124 hectares
Answer: _________
Question 83:
How many Angora rabbit breeding centres have been established in Uttarakhand?
A.
4
B.
5
C.
6
D.
3
Answer: _________
Question 84:
What percent of agriculture practised in hills depends on rains resulting in low crop yield?
A.
90%
B.
30%
C.
50%
D.
70%
Answer: _________
Question 85:
What is the net sown area of Uttarakhand State?
A.
10%
B.
14%
C.
18%
D.
22%
Answer: _________
Question 86:
Tehri Dam Project is funded by
A.
Uttarakhand Government
B.
Central Government
C.
Uttar Pradesh Government
D.
All of the above
Answer: _________
Question 87:
Which of the following regions is the most irrigated region of the state?
A.
Udham Singh Nagar
B.
Haridwar
C.
Chamoli
D.
Champawat
Answer: _________
Question 88:
Kishau dam is located in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Tehri Garhwal
B.
Dehradun
C.
Pauri Garhwal
D.
Champawat
Answer: _________
Question 89:
Ramganga Power Plant is located in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Tehri Garhwal
B.
Champawat
C.
Pauri Garhwal
D.
Bageshwar
Answer: _________
Question 90:
Which of the following dams is located within Jim Corbett Park?
A.
Tehri dam
B.
lchari dam
C.
Maneri dam
D.
Ramganga dam
Answer: _________
Question 91:
The East-West extent of Utarakhand is
A.
340 km
B.
358 km
C.
330 km
D.
300 km
Answer: _________
Question 92:
Consider the following statements 1. Pindari is found to the South-East of Nanda Devi. 2. Bandarpunch is an important glacier of Yamuna river basin. 3. Balecha Dhura Pass is located in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
1 and 2
B.
1 and 3
C.
2 and 3
D.
All of these
Answer: _________
Question 93:
The Bhabar belt of Uttarakhand represent the trend of decreasing amount of rainfall from
A.
West to East
B.
East to West
C.
North to South
D.
South to North
Answer: _________
Question 94:
The winter season is called by the name called as
A.
Thandi
B.
Zayad
C.
Farhara
D.
Hyund
Answer: _________
Question 95:
Uttarakhand has variety of climate from
A.
temperate to alpine zone.
B.
alpine zone to glacial zone.
C.
sub-tropical to the frozen zone.
D.
tropical to the polar type.
Answer: _________
Question 96:
Bhabar belt in the Himalayan range is mainly concentrated in
A.
River tops
B.
Mountain tops
C.
Semi Desert belt
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 97:
Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding Southern slopes of Himalayas?
A.
Receive more sunshine.
B.
Remain generally dry.
C.
Rate of evaporation is very low.
D.
Receive larger amount of rainfall.
Answer: _________
Question 98:
Uttarakhand is divided into six broad climatic zones, based primarily on
A.
rainfall
B.
altitude
C.
mountain ranges
D.
mean temperature
Answer: _________
Question 99:
Consider the following statements 1. Uttarakhand is having summer by South-West monsoon. 2. It has winter due to North-Eastern disturbances. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Both 1 and 2
C.
Only 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 100:
Consider the follouwing two statements 1. The Humidity during Monsoon season exceeds 70%. 2. During the winter reasons, humidity generally increases towards the afternoon. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Both 1 and 2
C.
Only 2
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 101:
The largest glacier of Uttarakhand is -
A.
Milam
B.
Kafani
C.
Gangotri
D.
Sunderdhunga
Answer: _________
Question 102:
The measurement of agricultural land in Uttaranchal is done in :
A.
Metre and Centimetre
B.
Yard and Feet
C.
Naalee and Mutthi
D.
Beegha and Biswa
Answer: _________
Question 103:
Which one of the following lakes of Uttaranchal is triangular in shape ?
A.
Kedartal
B.
Nainital
C.
Naukuchiyatal
D.
Satopanth Lake
Answer: _________
Question 104:
The place where Upper Ganga Canal originates is -
A.
Haridwar
B.
Kalagarh
C.
Karna Prayag
D.
Tehri
Answer: _________
Question 105:
The place where Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers joins and forms Ganga, is -
A.
Haridwar
B.
Rishikesh
C.
Tehri
D.
Dev Prayag
Answer: _________
Question 106:
Kosi river of Uttaranchal is a tributary of -
A.
Ganga
B.
Ramganga
C.
Sharda
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 107:
Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers join and called Ganga?
A.
From Haridwar
B.
From Rishikesh
C.
From Dev Prayag
D.
From Rudra Prayag
Answer: _________
Question 108:
Which one of the following pairs is incorrect ?
A.
Dodi Tal - Uttarkashi
B.
Devriya Tal - Tehri
C.
Beni Tal - Chamoli
D.
Basuki Tal - Rudra Prayag
Answer: _________
Question 109:
Nahan mountain ranges are located near :
A.
Dehradoon
B.
Haridwar
C.
Rishikesh
D.
Haldwani
Answer: _________
Question 110:
Which of the following is not a district of the state of the Uttaranchal ?
A.
Champawat
B.
Bageshwar
C.
Bijnor
D.
Rudra Prayag
Answer: _________
Question 111:
Taleshwar copper plate and two other inscriptions from Lakhamandal (Dehradun district) reveal the existence of which dynasty?
A.
Das
B.
Yadav
C.
Both 'A' and 'B'
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 112:
In Northern India, after the downfall of Gupta power, which dynasty emerged as dominant power in Uttarakhand?
A.
Das
B.
Pal
C.
Paurava
D.
Maukhari
Answer: _________
Question 113:
The figures depicted in the paintings of the Stone Age of Uttarakhand are micro graphics. They are usually painted in
A.
brick red
B.
crimson
C.
white or blackish-green
D.
All of the above
Answer: _________
Question 114:
According to the reference of Mahabharata, Nagas lived near Gangadwar and Naga princess Ulipi was married with Arjuna. According to Atkinson, Ulipi was the daughter of
A.
Basuki Nag
B.
Aryavarata
C.
Baldev Singh
D.
Narayan Singh
Answer: _________
Question 115:
Which holy river was named as Kirati after Kirat tribe?
A.
Alaknanda
B.
Mandakini
C.
Bhagirathi
D.
Dhauliganga
Answer: _________
Question 116:
Who took over the reign of Chandpurgarh in AD 1493?
A.
Ajay Pal
B.
Sahaj Pal
C.
Balbhadra Shah
D.
Man Shah
Answer: _________
Question 117:
The Taleshwar copper plates of Paurava kings depict the name of rulers. Which one of the rulers was not depicted:
A.
Agnivarman
B.
DyutIvarman
C.
Devavarman
D.
Vrishavavarman
Answer: _________
Question 118:
The historical time period of Katyuri dynasty was
A.
8 th to 11 th century
B.
6 th to 15 th century
C.
10 th to 15 th century
D.
11 th to 20 th century
Answer: _________
Question 119:
Arrange the following rules chronologically 1. Jayadeva 2. Guhesa 3. Rudresadasa 4. Chhagalesa
A.
2, 1, 3, 4
B.
1, 2, 3, 4
C.
4, 3, 2, 1
D.
3, 1, 2, 4
Answer: _________
Question 120:
Arrange the following Kulind chiefs chronologically. 1. Amoghabhuti 2. Vijaybhuti 3. Mrigabhuti 4. Sivadatta
A.
2, 1, 3, 4
B.
3, 1, 2, 4
C.
4, 1, 2, 3
D.
1, 2, 3, 4
Answer: _________
Question 121:
Girichhina Magnesite Reserve is located in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Dehradun
B.
Almora
C.
Champawat
D.
Chamoli
Answer: _________
Question 122:
Dolomite is found in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Dehradun
B.
Nainital
C.
Both 'A' and 'B'
D.
Almora
Answer: _________
Question 123:
Dewaldhar Magnesite Reserve is located in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Almora
B.
Chamoli
C.
Haridwar
D.
Pithoragarh
Answer: _________
Question 124:
Jirauli Magnesite Reserve is located in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Almora
B.
Champawat
C.
Chamoli
D.
Nainital
Answer: _________
Question 125:
Which among the following districts of Uttarakhand is known for asbestos production?
A.
Almora
B.
Pauri Garhwal
C.
Both 'A' and 'B'
D.
Chamoli
Answer: _________
Question 126:
Lead is found in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Almora
B.
Tehri Garhwal
C.
Both 'A' and 'B'
D.
Chamoli
Answer: _________
Question 127:
The Uttarakhand Government declared the Mining Policy on ..... under which the mining work of the mines located in forest area is being done by Uttarakhand Forest Development Corporation.
A.
20 th April, 2001
B.
4 th April, 2001
C.
20 th May, 2002
D.
4 th May, 2001
Answer: _________
Question 128:
Which among the following crops is the third important cereal of Uttarakhand?
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Sugarcane
D.
Maize
Answer: _________
Question 129:
Which of the following is the objective of Atma Scheme
A.
to provide information about new farming techniques to the farmer.
B.
to an NGO, which helps in giving information to small farmers.
C.
to provide financial assistance to poor farmers.
D.
to give information regarding climate.
Answer: _________
Question 130:
Which of the following is not correct regarding the objectives of NMSA?
A.
To increase the area under micro irrigation through improved technologies.
B.
To increase the productivity of crops and farmer's income.
C.
To enhance the water use efficiency in the country.
D.
To create employment opportunities only for unskilled person.
Answer: _________
Question 131:
Which one of the following districts of Uttarakhand has the lowest percentage of literacy in the province?
A.
Chamoli
B.
Dehradun
C.
Nainital
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 132:
Which district of Uttarakhand has the highest number of females per 1000 males according to the provisional census report-2011 ?
A.
Almora
B.
Rudraprayag
C.
Pithoragarh
D.
Pauri
Answer: _________
Question 133:
According to the 2001 Census, the population of Uttaranchal is -
A.
60 Lakhs
B.
75 Lakhs
C.
85 Lakhs
D.
1 Crore
Answer: _________
Question 134:
Which national park among the following is located in Uttaranchal ?
A.
Ranthambore
B.
Kanha
C.
Corbett
D.
Dudhwa
Answer: _________
Question 135:
The first National Park established in India is situated in Uttaranchal, that is -
A.
Rajaji National Park
B.
Valley of flowers
C.
Jim Corbett National Park
D.
Gangotri National Park
Answer: _________
Question 136:
Which of the following wildlife protected areas in Uttarakhand is a Tiger Reserve?
A.
Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve
B.
Rajaji National Park
C.
Corbett National Park
D.
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary
Answer: _________
Question 137:
Rajaji National Park is a natural residence of -
A.
Mahseer Fish
B.
Chital
C.
Musk Deer
D.
Asian Elephant
Answer: _________
Question 138:
Which association shows correct sequence of sanctuaries from west to east location in Uttarakhand ?
A.
Kedarnath - Askot - Nanda Devi - Binsar
B.
Kedarnath - Nanda Devi - Askot - Binsar
C.
Kedarnath - Nanda Devi - Binsar - Askot
D.
Nanda Devi - Kedarnath - Binsar - Asko
Answer: _________
Question 139:
Which of the following National Parks of Uttarakhand has been included in 'Project Tiger Scheme' in 2016?
A.
Govind National Park
B.
Gangotri National Park
C.
Rajaji National Park
D.
Corbett National Park
Answer: _________
Question 140:
In terms of area, which is the biggest National Park in Uttarakhand ?
A.
Gangotri National Park
B.
Rajaji National Park
C.
Nanda Devi National Park
D.
Govind National Park
Answer: _________
Question 141:
Ladies of Uttaranchal put on an ornament known as Tilhari in :
A.
nose
B.
feet
C.
neck
D.
hands
Answer: _________
Question 142:
'Garu-Ghadi Yatra' to Badrinath starts from -
A.
Narendranagar
B.
Haridwar
C.
Rishikesh
D.
Tehri
Answer: _________
Question 143:
Ranbir Singh Bisht is related to -
A.
Medicine
B.
Painting
C.
Military
D.
Police
Answer: _________
Question 144:
A famous name associated with Garhwal-Painting is -
A.
Mangat Ram
B.
Mola Ram
C.
Balak Ram
D.
Tulsi Ram
Answer: _________
Question 145:
At which place 'Bagwal Fair' is held?
A.
Lohaghat
B.
Bageshwar
C.
Champawat
D.
Devidhura
Answer: _________
Question 146:
The tune of the famous folk song of Uttaranchal 'Bedi Pako Bara Masa' was composed by -
A.
Late Rabindra Nath Tagore
B.
Late Ms. Mahadevi Verma
C.
Late Sumitra Nandan Pant
D.
Late Brijendra Lal Sah
Answer: _________
Question 147:
Which one of the following is NOT included in the Panch-Kedar group?
A.
Kalpeshwar
B.
Rudranath
C.
Tungnath
D.
Vishwanath
Answer: _________
Question 148:
Which temple is nearest to Ranikhet ?
A.
Kalika Temple
B.
Kot Ki Mai
C.
Hokara Devi
D.
Gaura Mai
Answer: _________
Question 149:
Which one of these is not a dance of Uttarakhand ?
A.
Jagar
B.
Clanchari
C.
Terahtali
D.
Thadia
Answer: _________
Question 150:
In Uttaranchal the Bagwal or Bagwai festival is celebrated with joy and gaiety, it is the festival of :
A.
Holi
B.
Deepawali
C.
Dussehra
D.
Sankranti
Answer: _________
Question 151:
The domestic electric consumption of Uttarakhand is
A.
1900.11 MU Watt
B.
1867.11 MU Watt
C.
1967.11 MU Watt
D.
2000.11 MU Watt
Answer: _________
Question 152:
The installation capacity of Uttarakhand is
A.
1210.25 MW
B.
2361.08 MW
C.
1410.25 MW
D.
1510.25 MW
Answer: _________
Question 153:
The Uttarakhand Jal Vidyut Nigam has 33 projects under operation with an aggregated capacity of more than
A.
1200 MV
B.
1500 MV
C.
1400 MV
D.
1300 MV
Answer: _________
Question 154:
Uttarakhand Electricity Regulatory Commission was constituted by Government of Uttarakhand on
A.
1 st January, 2003
B.
1 st January, 2002
C.
4 th January, 2004
D.
5 th January, 2002
Answer: _________
Question 155:
Dharasu Power Station was commissioned in the year
A.
2008
B.
2006
C.
2007
D.
2005
Answer: _________
Question 156:
Uttarakhand Electricity Regulatory Commission was constituted under the Electricity Regulatory Commission Act in
A.
1995
B.
1996
C.
1998
D.
1997
Answer: _________
Question 157:
Khodri Power Plant was commissioned ill the year
A.
1982
B.
1983
C.
1981
D.
1984
Answer: _________
Question 158:
Chibro Power Plant was commissioned in the year
A.
1975
B.
1980
C.
1965
D.
1970
Answer: _________
Question 159:
Chilla Power Plant was commissioned in the year
A.
1975
B.
1965
C.
1960
D.
1980
Answer: _________
Question 160:
What is the route of National Highway 58?
A.
UP Border - Roorkee - Haridwar - Rishikesh
B.
Himachal Pradesh Border - Sahaspur - Dehradun - Haridwar
C.
Paonta - Hatkoti Road
D.
Rudra prayag - Tiwada - Guptakashi - Kedarnath
Answer: _________
Question 161:
Consider the following statements 1. Corbett National Park is the first National Park of Asia. 2. It was declared Tiger Reserve of India on 1 st April, 1973. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 162:
Consider the following statements: 1. The name Nanda Devi has been taken from the name of the resident deity of Goddess Parvati. 2. The Nanda Devi peak is a glacial basin. Which of above statement is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both are correct
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 163:
Binog Wildlife Sanctuary lies within the catchment of which tributary Yamuna?
A.
Ken
B.
Aglar
C.
Son
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 164:
Which is the smallest Wildlife Sanctuar of Uttarakhand?
A.
Kedar Wildlife Sanctuary
B.
Govind Wildlife Sanctuary
C.
Binog Wildlife Sanctuary
D.
Bharatpur Wildlife Sanctuary
Answer: _________
Question 165:
Which among the following Bugyals is situated in Almora district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Jerai
B.
Bedini
C.
Maneg
D.
Kalpnath
Answer: _________
Question 166:
Which of the following facts is not correct regarding Valley of Flowers?
A.
It was declared a National Park in 1982.
B.
It is spread over 87.5 sq km area.
C.
Pushpawati river flows through this National Park.
D.
It is located in Uttarkashi.
Answer: _________
Question 167:
Which of the following statenments is not regarding correct Govind Wildlife Sanctuary?
A.
It is situated in Uttarkashi district.
B.
It is spread in area of 957 sq km.
C.
It was established on 1 st March, 1955.
D.
It is famous for elephants and rare variety of snakes.
Answer: _________
Question 168:
Which Wildlife Sanctuary is the oldest sanctuary of Uttarakhand?
A.
Govind Wildlife Sanctuary
B.
Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary
C.
Askot Wildlife Sanctuary
D.
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary
Answer: _________
Question 169:
Which one of the following National Park is not correctly matched?
A.
Govind National Park - Uttarkashi
B.
Nanda devi National Park - Chamoli
C.
Corbett National Park - Nainital
D.
Gangotri National Park - Chamoli
Answer: _________
Question 170:
Which of the following is a biosphere reserve in Uttarakhand?
A.
Gobind
B.
Corbett
C.
Rajaji
D.
Nanda Devi
Answer: _________
Question 171:
Kumaun region of Uttarakhand has India's largest known deposits of magnesite. The statement is
A.
True
B.
False
C.
Partially True
D.
Information is not adequate
Answer: _________
Question 172:
It is used in various industriesfor mak of soap, paint, pesticides, lubricants. It is
A.
talc
B.
manganese
C.
soft gypsum
D.
graphite
Answer: _________
Question 173:
In which of the following industries magnesite is mainly used?
A.
Steel industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Both 'A' and 'B'
D.
Biochemical industry
Answer: _________
Question 174:
In Uttarakhand Gold is collected from the sands of which river?
A.
Sharda
B.
Ramganga
C.
Alaknanda
D.
All of the above
Answer: _________
Question 175:
The oldest-sedimentary rocks of Eastern Kumaun Himalayas consist of slates of which colour?
A.
Red and Yellow
B.
Black and Blue
C.
Brown and Grey
D.
Black and White
Answer: _________
Question 176:
Chandaak Magnesite Reserve is located in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Pithoragarh
B.
Dehradun
C.
Almora
D.
Champawat
Answer: _________
Question 177:
Uranium is found in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Pauri Garhwal
B.
Tehri Garhwal
C.
Both 'A' and 'B'
D.
Almora
Answer: _________
Question 178:
Which of the following places is recognised for good quality limestone deposits?
A.
Panthsera-Rain Kanda belt
B.
Sahastra Dhara area
C.
Chamoli
D.
Krol belt
Answer: _________
Question 179:
Consider the following statements 1. The good quality limestone deposit are exposed around Sahastra dhara area. 2. Large deposits of dolomite/limestone occur in Krol belt of Nainital hills and Dehradun-Mussoorie syncline. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 180:
Consider the following statements 1. Uttarakhand is the second leading producer of magnesite. 2. It has around 20% of the reserves the country. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 181:
The Nehru Mountaineering Institute is located in -
A.
Uttarkashi
B.
Haridwar
C.
Nainital
D.
Pauri
Answer: _________
Question 182:
Where lies the Hindustan Machine Tools Factory in Uttarakhand ?
A.
Raipur - Dehradun
B.
Ranibagh - Nainital
C.
Haridwar
D.
Kotdwar
Answer: _________
Question 183:
India Institute of Remote Sensing is situated in
A.
Delhi
B.
Dehradun
C.
Bhopal
D.
Kolkata
Answer: _________
Question 184:
The training centre of the Uttarakhand Livestock Development Board is located at
A.
Dehradun
B.
Rishikesh
C.
Kalsi
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 185:
Match List-I with List-II and find out the correct answer from the given below : List-I List-II a. Kumaon Mandai Vikas Nigam 1. Haridwar b. G.B. Pant Sugar Mill 2. Ranibagh c. H.M.T. Watch Unit 3. Nainital d. B.H.E.L. 4. Kichha 5. Sri Nagar
A.
a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4
B.
a-2, b-3, c-4, d-5
C.
a-4, b-5, c-1, d-2
D.
a-3, b-4, c-2, d-1
Answer: _________
Question 186:
Who among these was the First Chief Justice of Uttarakhand High Court -
A.
R. C. Lahoti
B.
S. H. Kapadiya
C.
A. A. Desai
D.
C. J. Joseph
Answer: _________
Question 187:
Where the High Court of Uttarakhand is situated?
A.
Dehradun
B.
Almora
C.
Nainital
D.
Srinagar
Answer: _________
Question 188:
The book, 'Garhwal: Ancient and Modern' was written by -
A.
S. P. Dabral
B.
A. Parmar
C.
G. C. Pandey
D.
Pati Ram
Answer: _________
Question 189:
The author of 'Borivali se Boribundar tak' is -
A.
Ramesh Chandra Sah
B.
Gaura Pant 'Shivani'
C.
Rama Prasad Ghildiyal
D.
Shailesh Matiyani
Answer: _________
Question 190:
Who was the famous British writer of 'Himalayan Gazetteer'?
A.
P. Baron
B.
E. Atkinson
C.
Jim Corbett
D.
J. Wilson
Answer: _________
Question 191:
Which of the following is known as Lake District of India?
A.
Ukhimath
B.
Nainital
C.
Dehradun
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 192:
The confluence of the rivers Basuki and Mandakini takes place at
A.
Sonprayag
B.
Rudraprayag
C.
Oevprayag
D.
Karnprayag
Answer: _________
Question 193:
The Badrinath temple is divided into three parts : the Garbhagriha, the Darshan Mandap and the
A.
Shiv Mandap
B.
Bhole Mandap
C.
Sabha Mandap
D.
Shankar Mandap
Answer: _________
Question 194:
Tiger fall is located at
A.
Pithoragarh
B.
Chamoli
C.
Chakrata
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 195:
Nandprayag is the second prayag in the cascade sequence of the confluences where the Nandakini river joins the river
A.
Pindar
B.
Bhagirathi
C.
Mandakini
D.
Alaknanda
Answer: _________
Question 196:
Madmaheshwar temple is situated in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Pauri Garhwal
B.
Rudraprayag
C.
Tehri Garhwal
D.
Uttarkashi
Answer: _________
Question 197:
Gangotri temple is situated at which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Pauri Garhwal
B.
Uttarkashi
C.
Dehradun
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 198:
Consider the following statements 1. Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali Tourism Self-Employment Scheme is the opportunity for self-employment to the educated unemployed. 2. The scheme has helped to reduce the migration of youth. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 199:
Consider the following statements 1. The Alaknanda meets the Mandakini river at Rudraprayag. 2. Temples dedicated to Rudranath and Chamunda arc located here. Which of the statements given is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 200:
Where is the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering situated?
A.
Nainital
B.
Uttarkashi
C.
Pauri Garhwal
D.
Almora
Answer: _________
Question 201:
Consider the following statements 1. Ringal is a temperate species of of bamboo. 2. It is used for marking various types of baskets. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 202:
Consider the following statement 1. Uttarakhand produces more than 40 varieties. 2. Ornaments designing are mostly made in gold, silver and often copper. Which of the statement given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 203:
Consider the following statements 1. Molaram Chitra Sangrahalya situated in Srinagar. 2. Forest Research institute is the oldest museum in Uttarakhand. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 204:
Who is known as 'Father of Garhwal Style Paintings'?
A.
Molaram
B.
Guru 'Shankar' Rawat
C.
Vishnu Dutt
D.
Udayshankar
Answer: _________
Question 205:
Who started the 'Kangra School if Painting' of Garhwal branch?
A.
Molaram
B.
K. C. Rawat
C.
C. Bisht
D.
Jiyogi Shah
Answer: _________
Question 206:
Dekaras are the
A.
metal based images of beautiful scenes.
B.
clay models of various flowers.
C.
metal based paintings.
D.
clay to models of various gods and goddesses.
Answer: _________
Question 207:
Munsiyari is famous for
A.
leather industry
B.
ringal handicraft
C.
carpet industry
D.
handloom
Answer: _________
Question 208:
Lok Sanskriti Museum is located at
A.
Khuteni
B.
Haldwani
C.
Nainital
D.
Ranikhet
Answer: _________
Question 209:
Jim Corbett National Park Museum is located at
A.
Kaladhungi
B.
Ranikhet
C.
Nainital
D.
Ramnager
Answer: _________
Question 210:
Garhwal School of Painting is
A.
images of goddesses.
B.
a branch of 'Pahari' school of art.
C.
painting Which are made by clay.
D.
pointing to please rain God.
Answer: _________
Question 211:
Who was the first Governor of Uttarakhand?
A.
Smt. Margret Alva
B.
Shri Sudarshan Agarwal
C.
Shri B. L. Joshi
D.
Shri Surjit Singh Barmala
Answer: _________
Question 212:
The Chief Minister of Uttarakhand elected from which Legislative Assembly seat?
A.
Pithoragarh
B.
Dharchula
C.
Didihat
D.
Gangolihat
Answer: _________
Question 213:
Consider the following statements 1. Uttarakhand is the second state to formulate and pass a strong Lokayukta Act. 2. The Chief Minister along with all public servants comes under its ambit. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 214:
Consider the following statements 1. Uttarakhand has 38 Nagar Panchayats. 2. The members are elected by both direct and indirect ways. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 215:
Consider the following statements 1. The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission was set-up in 2000. 2. Its headquarter is located in Haridwar. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 216:
Consider the following statements 1. Garhwal division of Uttarakhand has seven districts. 2. Kumaun division of Uttarakhand has six districts. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Neither 1 nor 2
D.
Both 1 and 2
Answer: _________
Question 217:
Who was the first speaker of Uttarakhand Vidhan Sabha?
A.
Nityanand Swami
B.
Harish Rawat
C.
Prakash Pant
D.
Harbans Kapoor
Answer: _________
Question 218:
Which among the following districts of Uttarakhand belongs to Kumaun division of Uttarakhand?
A.
Nainital
B.
Chamoli
C.
Uttarkashi
D.
Pauri Garhwal
Answer: _________
Question 219:
Uttarakhand High Court is situated at
A.
Nainital
B.
Dehradun
C.
Gairsain
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 220:
Who was the first Chief Justice of Uttarakhand High Court
A.
Justice A. A. Desai
B.
Justice Balkrishnan
C.
Justice Harilal Jekisundas Kania
D.
Justice M. C. Jain
Answer: _________
Question 221:
The red coloured human figures engraved on the Lakhudiyar near Almora belongs to -
A.
Vedic period
B.
Kushan period
C.
Stone age
D.
Chand period
Answer: _________
Question 222:
'Praja MandaI' was established at Dehradun with the objective -
A.
To get freedom from British rule
B.
To get freedom from Gurkha rule
C.
To organize people for social reforms
D.
To free the people from misrule of Tehri-Rajya
Answer: _________
Question 223:
In January 1921 on the bank of river Saryu, at which place a bow was taken not to give 'Kuli Begar' ?
A.
Srinagar (Garhwal)
B.
Chamoli
C.
Bageshwar
D.
Someshwar
Answer: _________
Question 224:
Who demanded the separate Administrative Division for hill area in 1946 A.D.?
A.
Sridev Suman
B.
Badridutt Pandey
C.
P. C. Joshi
D.
Manvendra Shah
Answer: _________
Question 225:
Who established the 'Garhdesh Seva Sangh'?
A.
Srideo Suman
B.
Badri Datt Pande
C.
Rampal
D.
Gopi Chand
Answer: _________
Question 226:
Who founded the "Tehri Rajya Praja Mandai"?
A.
Sri Deo Suman
B.
Badri Dutt Pandey
C.
Vir Chandra Singh Garhwali
D.
Indra Mani Budoni
Answer: _________
Question 227:
Identify the correctly matched option out of the following combination of king and his capital :
A.
Somchand - Raj Bunga
B.
Kankapal - Devalgarh
C.
Ajaypal - Tehri
D.
Man Shah - Chandpur Gar
Answer: _________
Question 228:
Almora coins bear the names :
A.
Sivapala, Sivapalita and Haripal
B.
Sivapalita, Siva and Hari
C.
Sivadatta, Sivpalita and Haridatta
D.
Sivadatta, Sivapalita and Hari
Answer: _________
Question 229:
Who was the King of 'Riyasat Garhwal' when India became independent ?
A.
Pratap Shah
B.
Narendra Shah
C.
Manvendra Shah
D.
Kirti Shah
Answer: _________
Question 230:
In Tehri Garhwal 'Dhandak Movement' was associated with -
A.
Peasants
B.
Labourers
C.
Military
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 231:
The soil of which of the following regions represents the Colossal beach of the ocean?
A.
Bhabar
B.
Terai
C.
Khadar
D.
Bhangar
Answer: _________
Question 232:
Red soil is not found in which of the following regions?
A.
Amritpur
B.
Dehradun
C.
Nainital
D.
Rudraprayag
Answer: _________
Question 233:
Who among the following was known as 'Vriksha Manav'?
A.
Vishweshwar Dutt Saklani
B.
Chandi Prasad Bhatt
C.
Sunderlal Bahuguna
D.
Gaura Devi
Answer: _________
Question 234:
Blue forest lies in the region of
A.
Uttarkashi
B.
Chakrata
C.
Chamoli
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 235:
Which district of Uttarakhand has the highest area under Open Forest (OF)?
A.
Uttarkashi
B.
Pauri Garhwal
C.
Tehri Garhwal
D.
Nainital
Answer: _________
Question 236:
Coniferous forest has varieties of trees. Which of the following options is true?
A.
Silver Fir
B.
Spruce
C.
Amultus
D.
Both 'A' and 'B'
Answer: _________
Question 237:
Which among the following districts uttarakhand has the lowest percentage of forest cover area?
A.
Rudraprayag
B.
Udham Singh Nagar
C.
Chamoli
D.
Tehri Garhwal
Answer: _________
Question 238:
According to Forest Survey of India which Report 2015, district of Uttarakhand has the lowest area under Very Dense Forest (VDF)?
A.
Rudraprayag
B.
Bageshwar
C.
Almora
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 239:
Which of the following movements exclusively belongs to unmarried girls?
A.
Raksha Sutra Movement
B.
Dungi Pentoli Movement
C.
Maiti Movement
D.
Chipko Movement
Answer: _________
Question 240:
Consider the following statements 1. Uttarakhand ranks 5 th among other states of India in terms of forest area. 2. The Blue pine tree is also known as kail. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 241:
In erstwhile, Tehri State 'Dola-Palki' movement was associated with
A.
Brahmans
B.
Craftsman
C.
Rajputs
D.
Islam
Answer: _________
Question 242:
Mrs Gaura Devi of Reni Village of Chamoli district has been associated with the -
A.
Beej Bachao Andolan
B.
Maiti
C.
Chipko Andolan
D.
Nashabandi Andolan
Answer: _________
Question 243:
Who is the Brand Ambassador of Uttarakhand Tiger Conservation Mission?
A.
Amitabh Bachchan
B.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni
C.
Sania Mirza
D.
Jai Ram Ramesh
Answer: _________
Question 244:
Kedar valley disaster of June, 2013, causeed by heavy rain in the catchment area of a river, which was -
A.
Alaknanda
B.
Bhagirathi
C.
Yamuna
D.
Mandakini
Answer: _________
Question 245:
What is the percentage of horizontal reservation provisioned for womens in all categories of services in the state of Uttaranchal ?
A.
5 percent
B.
10 percent
C.
30 percent
D.
20 percent
Answer: _________
Question 246:
Consider the following statements and select the correct answer from the given below : 1. The lower Himalayan region of the Uttarakhand State is more populated. 2. Outer Himalaya (Siwalik) is mostly forested. 3. Bhabar region (Foot-hill zone) mostly contains thick deposits of soils.
A.
1 and 2 are correct
B.
2 and 3 are correct
C.
1 and 3 are correct
D.
All are correct
Answer: _________
Question 247:
In Uttaranchal the variety of herbs found is about -
A.
100
B.
500
C.
1000
D.
1800
Answer: _________
Question 248:
One member in Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly is nominated from the -
A.
Christian Community
B.
Anglo-Indian Community
C.
Bhotia Community
D.
Muslim Community
Answer: _________
Question 249:
In Uttaranchal Legislative Assembly one member is nominated from -
A.
Christian Community
B.
Muslim Community
C.
Anglo Indian Community
D.
Parsi Community
Answer: _________
Question 250:
The State flower of Uttaranchal is -
A.
Burans
B.
Lotus
C.
Brahma Kamal
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 251:
Which community is given a nominated seat in Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly?
A.
Buddhist
B.
Garwalis
C.
Anglo-Indian
D.
Muslims
Answer: _________
Question 252:
Municipal head of any municipal corporation in Uttaranchal is -
A.
Appointed by State Government
B.
Nominated by the Governor
C.
Elected by the local residents
D.
Elected by the councillors
Answer: _________
Question 253:
Given below are two statements - Assertion (A): There are total 70 members in the legislature of the state of Uttaranchal. Reason (R): There is a bicameral legislature in the state. Which one of the following is correct in the context of the above statements :
A.
(A) and (R) both are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
B.
(A) and (R) both are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
C.
(A) is true, but (R) is false.
D.
(A) is false, but (R) is true.
Answer: _________
Question 254:
How many members of Lok Sabha are elected from Uttarakhand?
A.
4
B.
5
C.
6
D.
7
Answer: _________
Question 255:
The number of Lok Sabha constituencies in Uttarakhand is -
A.
3
B.
4
C.
5
D.
10
Answer: _________
Question 256:
How many nominated members are there in the Legislative Assembly of Uttarakhand (2016)?
A.
1
B.
2
C.
3
D.
4
Answer: _________
Question 257:
Number of Cities in Uttaranchal having municipal corporation is -
A.
1
B.
2
C.
3
D.
4
Answer: _________
Question 258:
One of the Twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva is located at -
A.
Haridwar
B.
Rishikesh
C.
Badrinath
D.
Kedarnath
Answer: _________
Question 259:
What is Harela?
A.
Festival
B.
Place
C.
Vegetable
D.
Fruit
Answer: _________
Question 260:
Which of the folk dance is performed when a newly married girl comes for the first time to her parental home in Garhwal region?
A.
Chantula
B.
Jagar
C.
Jhumailo
D.
Thadiya
Answer: _________
Question 261:
Badrinath temple is situated in -
A.
Chamoli district
B.
Rudra Prayag district
C.
Tehri district
D.
Uttarkashi district
Answer: _________
Question 262:
Which of the following celebrations is performed in Uttaranchal for the welfare of a child?
A.
Birudia
B.
Bhitauli
C.
Harela
D.
Khataruwa
Answer: _________
Question 263:
The Poet-painter Molaram is famous for which of the following styles of painting?
A.
Basoli
B.
Garhwal
C.
Guler
D.
Kangra
Answer: _________
Question 264:
Match the following Fairs/Festivals with their Places and select the correct answer from the given below : Fairs/Festivals Places a. Surkhanda Festival 1. Devidhura b. Jaul Jivi Fair 2. Purnagiri Temple, Near Tanakpur c. Purnagiri Fair 3. Dharchula d. Bagwal Fair 4. Chamba
A.
a-2, b-3, c-4, d-1
B.
a-3, b-4, c-2, d-1
C.
a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4
D.
a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
Answer: _________
Question 265:
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the given below the Lists. List-I List-II (Fair) (Places in Uttaranchal) a. Bagwal 1. Darma b. Chaiti 2. Devidhura c. Gabaladev 3. Kashipur d. Mostamana 4. Pithoragarh
A.
a-1, b-2, c-4, d-3
B.
a-2, b-3, c-1, d-4
C.
a-3, b-4, c-2, d-1
D.
a-4, b-1, c-3, d-2
Answer: _________
Question 266:
Match List-I (Dialects) with List-II (Areas) and find out the correct answer using the given below: List-I List-II (Dialect) (Area) a. Garhwali 1. Garhwal b. Kumaoni 2. Kumaon c. Bhutia 3. Pithoragarh d. Jaunsari 4. Dehradun
A.
a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4
B.
a-2, b-1, c-3, d-4
C.
a-3, b-2, c-1, d-4
D.
a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
Answer: _________
Question 267:
In the 'Nanda Raj Jaat' pilgrimage distance covered from 'Kansua' to 'Homkund' is -
A.
180 km
B.
220 km
C.
280 km
D.
250 km
Answer: _________
Question 268:
Which one of the following has been declared a World Heritage in Uttarakhand ?
A.
Corbett Park
B.
Rajaji Udyan
C.
Nanda Devi Bio-sphere reserve
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 269:
Kanchula Kharak in Uttaranchal is :
A.
A National Park
B.
A Dam
C.
Musk deer breeding and conservation centre
D.
A hill
Answer: _________
Question 270:
Which state has declared itself a 'Bio State' to promote Organic or Biofarming ?
A.
Uttaranchal
B.
Chhattisgarh
C.
Arunachal Pradesh
D.
Rajasthan
Answer: _________
Question 271:
What is the main occupation of Uttarakhand ?
A.
Tourism
B.
Agriculture
C.
Industry
D.
All of the above
Answer: _________
Question 272:
The most important group of crops grown in Uttaranchal is -
A.
Paddy, Sugarcane, Jhangora and Arhar (Pigeon Pea)
B.
Paddy, Wheat, Mandua and Potato
C.
Paddy, Mandua, Jhangora and Potato
D.
Paddy, Wheat, Arhar and Masoor
Answer: _________
Question 273:
Which, among the following crops can be grown between Kharif and summer rice crops in the Tarai region of Uttarakhand ?
A.
Mentha
B.
Potato
C.
Pigeonpea
D.
Wheat
Answer: _________
Question 274:
Which of the following is the popular tree providing fodder in the hills of Uttaranchal ?
A.
Chir
B.
Banj
C.
Deodar
D.
Sagaun (Teak)
Answer: _________
Question 275:
Assertion (A): Terrace cultivation in Garhwal is eco-friendly. Reason (R): It ensures land and water conservation on the hillsides.
A.
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
B.
Both A and R are true, but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
C.
A is true, but R is false.
D.
A is false, but R is true
Answer: _________
Question 276:
The total forest area of Uttaranchal is about -
A.
50,000 Hectare
B.
34,300 Hectare
C.
30,400 Hectare
D.
40,200 Hectare
Answer: _________
Question 277:
Consider the following statements : Assertion (A): The main occupation of the people of Uttaranchal is agriculture. Reason (R): 90 percent population of the state is dependent on agriculture. Which one of the following is correct in context of the statements?
A.
(A) and (R) both are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
B.
(A) and (R) both are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
C.
(A) is true, but (R) is false.
D.
(A) is false, but (R) is true.
Answer: _________
Question 278:
A wool grading, buying and selling centre was established in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Tehri Garhwal
B.
Pauri Garhwal
C.
Chamoli
D.
Champawat
Answer: _________
Question 279:
The Herbal Research Institute has been established by the government in
A.
Tanakpur
B.
Gopeshwar
C.
Rishikesh
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 280:
The low lying flat patches along the Gad are locally known as
A.
Sera
B.
Baggar
C.
Taya
D.
Gad
Answer: _________
Question 281:
Consider the following statements 1. Only 44 % of the total cultivated area in Uttarakhand is irrigated. 2. The state does not have sufficient availability of natural water. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 282:
Consider the following statements 1. Dr. Sushila Tiwari Herbal Garden has been established at Muni Ki Reti in Rishikesh. 2. It is the third herbal garden in Rishikesh. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 283:
Consider the following statements 1. In Uttarakhand, the middle/upper classes have started avoiding crops produced through use of chemical fertilizer. 2. Organic Farming a Production Council has been formed in the state to impart knowledge to farmers about organic farming and its products. Which of the given a above statements is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 284:
Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Katil is a land located on upper part of spurs and is steep in nature. 2. Talaon is a levelled, bunded and irrigated land found near the perennial gadheras in low lying area of the small valleys.
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: _________
Question 285:
Consider the following statements 1. Rice is a Kharif crop. 2. Rice is the main crop of Nainital district. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: _________
Question 286:
Which one of the following statements is/are incorrect? 1. The Green Revolution of India could not effectively spread across Uttarakhand. 2. The low lying areas in the valleys in Uttarakhand are dominated by wet rice cultivation and have compact settlement.
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: _________
Question 287:
Tea is mainly grown in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Nainital
B.
Dehradun
C.
Almora
D.
All of these
Answer: _________
Question 288:
In the Battle of Kurukshetra which of the following communities offered military help to the Kauravas?
A.
Katyuri
B.
Kiratas
C.
Khas
D.
Garhi
Answer: _________
Question 289:
Who was the last ruler of Chand dynasty?
A.
Kalyan Chandra
B.
Mahendra Chandra
C.
Parmar Chandra
D.
Sukumar Chandra
Answer: _________
Question 290:
Which inscription of Kalyanvarman mentioned the name of the Maukhari rulers?
A.
Kalethi
B.
Palethi
C.
Kedarkhand
D.
Hemvant
Answer: _________
Question 291:
Which of the following names is referred for Garhwal in Skand Purana?
A.
Hemvant
B.
Kedarkhand
C.
Manaskhand
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 292:
The Stone Age of Uttarakhand is depicted by the inscriptions in
A.
Gupta Brahmi Scripts
B.
Sankha Scripts
C.
Both 'A' and 'B'
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 293:
Who was known as 'Nakati Rani' in the history of Garhwal?
A.
Guleria Rani
B.
Karnavati Rani
C.
Nepalia Rani
D.
Kamlendumati Rani
Answer: _________
Question 294:
During Gupta period Almora district was the part of which region?
A.
Garhwal
B.
Nepal
C.
Rishikesh
D.
Kartikeyapura
Answer: _________
Question 295:
In Mahabharata, the word Kulind finds mention as Kulind Janpad. Kulind Janpad was divided into how many parts?
A.
Four
B.
Five
C.
Six
D.
Three
Answer: _________
Question 296:
Lal Mandi fort is also known as
A.
Fort Moira
B.
Badasur Fort
C.
Fort William
D.
Fort David
Answer: _________
Question 297:
Which is the famous historic site that has been the main ruling center of Uttarakhand?
A.
Dunagiri
B.
Bageshwar
C.
Dwarahaat
D.
Chamoli
Answer: _________
Question 298:
Consider the following statements 1. Variation in climate occurs due to the location, altitude and morphology. 2. Every small valley located in a hilly region has its own climatic conditions. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 299:
Which region receives less rainfall?
A.
Narendra Nagar
B.
Tehri
C.
Mussoorie
D.
Dehradun
Answer: _________
Question 300:
The Northern belt of Uttarakhand bordering the Tibet receives
A.
More water falls than main valleys
B.
Less than 100 cm rainfall
C.
Less than 25 cm of rain and more than 50% of it during the winter
D.
Thunderstorm and rain during the summer
Answer: _________
Question 301:
Winter rains in Uttarakhand are caused by
A.
Monsoon
B.
Retreating monsoon
C.
North-Westerly cyclones
D.
North-Easterly cyclones
Answer: _________
Question 302:
Rainy season in Uttarakhand is locally called
A.
Monsoon
B.
Hyund
C.
Ruri
D.
Baskal
Answer: _________
Question 303:
Which phenomena occurs due to winter depressions in higher regions of Uttarakhand?
A.
Land slides
B.
Hail storms
C.
Snowfall
D.
Rainfall and cyclones
Answer: _________
Question 304:
Which region in Uttarakhand receives highest rainfall?
A.
Kotdwar
B.
Tehri
C.
Narendra Nagar
D.
Almora
Answer: _________
Question 305:
Summer season in Uttarakhand is locally called
A.
Hyund
B.
Ruri
C.
Baskal
D.
Garmi
Answer: _________
Question 306:
Relative humidity is
A.
high during summer.
B.
high during monsoon season.
C.
low during monsoon season.
D.
high during winter season.
Answer: _________
Question 307:
The climate of Uttarakhand varies from tropical to alpine. Which of the following is not the reason for the variation?
A.
Altitudinal variation
B.
Perennial rivers
C.
Vegetal cover
D.
Uniform topography
Answer: _________
Question 308:
In which part of Uttaranchal are artesian wells found?
A.
Bhabhar
B.
Shivalik hills
C.
Tarai
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 309:
Where in Uttarakhand is the 'Kaliasaur Landslide Zone' situated?
A.
Between Chamba and Narendra Nagar
B.
Between Kotdwara and Dogadda
C.
Between Agastyamuni and Guptkash
D.
Between Srinagar and Rudra Prayag
Answer: _________
Question 310:
Which of the following is not a district of Uttaranchal?
A.
Bageshwar
B.
Champawat
C.
Rudra Prayag
D.
Rudrapur
Answer: _________
Question 311:
Which of the following is the highest mountain peak of Uttaranchal ?
A.
Badrinath
B.
Kamet
C.
Kedarnath
D.
Nandadevi
Answer: _________
Question 312:
The most populated district of the state of Uttarakhand is -
A.
Almora
B.
Dehradun
C.
Haridwar
D.
Uddham Singh Nagar
Answer: _________
Question 313:
Tehri Dam being constructed in Uttaranchal is on the river -
A.
Alaknanda and Mandakini
B.
Bhagirathi and Bhilangana
C.
Bhagirathi and Alaknanda
D.
Yamuna and Ganga
Answer: _________
Question 314:
Janhavi river is associated with which drainage system or main river?
A.
Alaknanda
B.
Bhagirathi
C.
Yamuna
D.
Western Ramganga
Answer: _________
Question 315:
Tehri Dam is located on the river -
A.
Alaknanda
B.
Bhagirathi
C.
Yamuna
D.
Mandakini
Answer: _________
Question 316:
On which one of the following rivers the 'Tehri Hydro Power Unit' is located ?
A.
Alaknanda
B.
Bhagirathi
C.
Dhauliganga
D.
Mandakini
Answer: _________
Question 317:
On which river is the Koteshwar Dam being built?
A.
Alaknanda
B.
Birahi Ganga
C.
Dhauli Ganga
D.
Bhagirathi
Answer: _________
Question 318:
Which of the following canals was inaugurated by Lord Dalhousie?
A.
Ramganga canal
B.
East Ganga canal
C.
Upper Ganga canal
D.
Sharda canal
Answer: _________
Question 319:
Koteshwar dam is on the river
A.
Ramganga
B.
Alaknanda
C.
Bhagirathi
D.
Kali
Answer: _________
Question 320:
Which of the following multi-purpose dams is a joint venture of Nepal and India?
A.
Pancheshwar dam
B.
Tehri dam
C.
lchari dam
D.
Sharda River dam
Answer: _________
Question 321:
The highest dam of Uttarakhand is
A.
Koteshwar dam
B.
Tehri dam
C.
Nanak Sagar dam
D.
Jamrani dam
Answer: _________
Question 322:
The lchari dam is a concrete dam on the river
A.
Kali
B.
Alaknanda
C.
Bhagirathi
D.
Tons
Answer: _________
Question 323:
Upper Ganga Canal originates from
A.
Haridwar
B.
Gangotri
C.
Bhagirathi
D.
Ramnagar
Answer: _________
Question 324:
Kishau dam is on the river
A.
Ganga
B.
Alaknanda
C.
Kali
D.
Tons
Answer: _________
Question 325:
Tehri dam in Asia is the
A.
first in storage capacity.
B.
dangerous dam.
C.
highest dam of the continent.
D.
oldest dam.
Answer: _________
Question 326:
Which of the following canal systems is originated from Uttarakhand and Nepal border?
A.
East Yamuna canal
B.
Ramganga canal
C.
Sharda canal
D.
Sarayu canal
Answer: _________
Question 327:
Where is the headquarters of Uttarakhand Renewable Energy Development Agency located?
A.
Chamoli
B.
Nainital
C.
Almora
D.
Dehradun
Answer: _________
Question 328:
Match the following List-I (Springs) List-II (Place) a. Tapt Kund 1. Badrinath b. Bhaap Kund 2. Tapovan c. Nandi Kund 3. Rudraprayag
A.
a-2, b-1, c-3
B.
a-2, b-3, c-1
C.
a-1, b-2, c-3
D.
a-3, b-2, c-1
Answer: _________
Question 329:
Match the following List-I (Rivers) List-II (Originates) a. Birahiganga 1. Kedar Himal b. Mandakini 2. Trishul c. Pindar 3. Nandaghunti d. Nandakini 4. Pindari Galcier
A.
a-1, b-3, c-4, d-2
B.
a-2, b-3, c-4, d-1
C.
a-1, b-2, c-4, d-3
D.
a-3, b-1, c-4, d-2
Answer: _________
Question 330:
Match the following List-I (Lake) List-II (Location) a. Naukuchia Tal 1. Rudraprayag b. Drona Sagar 2. Chamoli c. Deoria Tal 3. Udham Singh Nagar d. Kagbusandi Tal 4. Nainital
A.
a-1, b-3, c-2, d-4
B.
a-4, b-3, c-1, d-2
C.
a-4, b-1, c-3, d-2
D.
a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4
Answer: _________
Question 331:
Which of the following is correctly matched River Origin a. Sarayu 1. Lipu Lekh b. Goriganga 2. Baijnath c. Malin 3. Chandikhal d. Kali 4. Gomukh
A.
a-1
B.
b-2
C.
c-3
D.
d-4
Answer: _________
Question 332:
Consider the following statements 1. At Nandprayag, Alaknanda meets Nandakini. 2. At Rudraprayag, Alaknanda meets Mandakini. 3. At Karnprayag, Alaknanda meets Pindar. 4. At Devprayag, Alaknanda meets Bhagirathi. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A.
1, 2 and 3
B.
1, 2 and 4
C.
2, 3 and 4
D.
All of these
Answer: _________
Question 333:
Dhalipur Lake, a water sports resort has been developed in
A.
1994
B.
1995
C.
1996
D.
1997
Answer: _________
Question 334:
Asan Barrage uwas created in
A.
1965
B.
1966
C.
1967
D.
1968
Answer: _________
Question 335:
Which among the following deficiencies is prominent in Bhabar, Terai and plain regions?
A.
Zinc
B.
Manganese
C.
Both 'A' and 'B'
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 336:
Pedolisation is the common characteristic of
A.
Terai soil
B.
Forest soil
C.
Sedentary soil
D.
Himani soil
Answer: _________
Question 337:
Forest soil is found in Doon valley, lower Himalayas and
A.
Terai areas
B.
Bhabar areas
C.
Alluvial areas
D.
Both 'A' and 'B'
Answer: _________
Question 338:
Consider the following statements 1. Rudraprayag is the most urbanised district of Uttarakhand. 2. Bageshwar is the least urbanised district followed by Rudraprayag and Uttarkashi. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 339:
Consider the following statements 1. Rural child sex ratio of Uttarakhand is 899. 2. Half of the population of the state resides in three districts Haridwar, Dehradun and Udham Singh Nagar. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 340:
Consider the following statements the 1. 40% of the Hindus are concerntrated in Dehradun, Haridwar and Udham Singh Nagar. 2. Around 47% of Muslim population of Uttarakhand lives in Haridwar. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 341:
Which of the statements given below is/are correct? 1. Child sex ratio of Uttarakhand is 890. 2. Sex ratio of Uttarakhand is 963.
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: _________
Question 342:
Consider the following statements 1. Haridwar is the second most populous district of Uttarakhand. 2. Dehradun is the most populous district. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 343:
Which district of Uttarakhand has the lowest child sex ratio?
A.
Nainital
B.
Pithoragarh
C.
Haridwar
D.
Dehradun
Answer: _________
Question 344:
Haridwar and Uttarkashi districts are
A.
most populous and least populous districts of Uttarakhand.
B.
maximum and minimum in area.
C.
highest and lowest in population density.
D.
highest in Hindu and Jain population respectively.
Answer: _________
Question 345:
Which of the following religions has the lowest female literacy rate?
A.
Islam
B.
Jainism
C.
Buddhism
D.
Parsian
Answer: _________
Question 346:
Which among the following districts of Uttarakhand has the highest density of population?
A.
Haridwar
B.
Almora
C.
Dehradun
D.
Nainital
Answer: _________
Question 347:
Acording to Census 2011, which district of Utarakhand has the highest decadal growth rate of population?
A.
Dehradun
B.
Haridwar
C.
Almora
D.
Udham Singh Nagar
Answer: _________
Question 348:
Match the following List-I (Fair/Festival) List-II (Deity/Motive) a. Vamasu 1. Durga b. Navraja 2. Bhagwati c. Gindi ka Mela 3. Ball Utsav d. Nautha Mela 4. Narayan
A.
a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4
B.
a-2, b-1, c-3, d-4
C.
a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
D.
a-3, b-2, c-1, d-4
Answer: _________
Question 349:
Maha Kumbh Mela is held every
A.
10 Years
B.
12 years
C.
6 years
D.
14 years
Answer: _________
Question 350:
Raji tribe mainly works in
A.
wooden crafts
B.
woollen products
C.
beads and bangles
D.
paintings
Answer: _________
Question 351:
Uttarakhand especially Garhwal and Kumaun region is famous for
A.
wooden craft
B.
copper craft
C.
ornaments
D.
cotton handloom
Answer: _________
Question 352:
Aipan in Uttarakhand refers to
A.
wall painting
B.
mural painting
C.
floor painting
D.
marriage ceremony
Answer: _________
Question 353:
Molaram Chitra Sangrahalya' is located at
A.
Srinagar
B.
Kathgodam
C.
Haldwani
D.
Uttarkashi
Answer: _________
Question 354:
Which of the following Garhwal School of Painting is not located at Uttarakhand?
A.
Series of Raginis
B.
Varsha Vihal
C.
Kaliya Daman
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 355:
Chamoli, Almora and Pithoragarh are main handicraft centres of
A.
Ringal
B.
Aipan
C.
Fiber and Carpet Industry
D.
Silk Industry
Answer: _________
Question 356:
What is famous craft in Uttarakhand?
A.
Rigal
B.
Patta
C.
Rangwali
D.
Wax
Answer: _________
Question 357:
Kedarnath temple shows
A.
Painting of gods
B.
Wooden craft
C.
Wax craft
D.
Temple architecture
Answer: _________
Question 358:
Kirata kingdom in Sanskrit literature and Hindu mythology refers to the people who were dwellers mostly in the
A.
Western Himalayas
B.
Eastern Himalayas
C.
Boht 'A' and 'B'
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 359:
The Golden Kalash brought from Chhaprang monastery was devoted to
A.
Ukhimath Temple
B.
Omkareshwar Temple
C.
Tungnath Temple
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 360:
Garhwal remained a consolidated kingdom for about 300 years with which city as its capital?
A.
Tanakpur
B.
Srinagar
C.
Sitarganj
D.
Joshimath
Answer: _________
Question 361:
Who was the first Garhwali king to be referred by Mughal historians in Tuzuk-i-Jahangiri?
A.
Shyam Shah
B.
Prithvipati Shah
C.
Fatehpati Shah
D.
Man Shan
Answer: _________
Question 362:
Who succeeded Ajay Pal as the king of Garhwal in AD 1548?
A.
Shyam Shah
B.
Man Shah
C.
Sahaj Pal
D.
Baibhadra Shah
Answer: _________
Question 363:
Who wrote Vastushiromani?
A.
Shankar Guru
B.
Man Shah
C.
Vasudev Mitra
D.
Fatehpati Shah
Answer: _________
Question 364:
The Golu Temple at Ghorakhal was constructed by
A.
Rudra chand
B.
Lakshmi chand
C.
Baz Bahadur
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 365:
The Pal dynasty ruled for the longest period in the history of Uttarakhand. They established their capital in?
A.
Rishikesh
B.
Bhilanga Valley
C.
Pauri
D.
Almora
Answer: _________
Question 366:
Chandpurgarh kingdom was established in
A.
Pauri Garhwal
B.
Chamoli
C.
Almora
D.
Pithoragarh
Answer: _________
Question 367:
Jhanda Mela is celebrated in
A.
Haridwar
B.
Dehradun
C.
Pithoragarh
D.
Chamoli
Answer: _________
Question 368:
Which among the following places is called 'Switzerland of India' by Mahatma Gandhi?
A.
Haridwar
B.
Rurdraprayag
C.
Almora
D.
Kausani
Answer: _________
Question 369:
The lake Satopanth was named after which of the following?
A.
God Krishna
B.
Goddess Kali
C.
Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 370:
Which is the source of river yamuna
A.
Gangotri
B.
Yamunotri
C.
Himadri
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 371:
At Karnprayag, Alaknanda river joins river
A.
Dhauliganga
B.
Mandakini
C.
Pindar
D.
Bhagirathi
Answer: _________
Question 372:
At Devprayag, Bhagirathi river joins river
A.
Dhauliganga
B.
Nandakini
C.
Mandakini
D.
Alaknanda
Answer: _________
Question 373:
At which of the following places karna did penance in 'Mahabharata'?
A.
Devprayag
B.
Rudraprayag
C.
Karnprayag
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 374:
The temple of the Gaddess Yamunotri is on the left bank of the river Yamuna. This temple was originally constructed by Maharaj Pratap Shah of
A.
Chamoli
B.
Champawat
C.
Pauri Garhwal
D.
Tehri Garhwal
Answer: _________
Question 375:
The famous temple Hat-Kalika is located at
A.
Bhaironghati
B.
Hemkund Sahib
C.
Badrinath
D.
Gangolihat
Answer: _________
Question 376:
The peak of Tungnath is the source of three springs that form the river
A.
Bhagirathi
B.
Akashkamini
C.
Nandakini
D.
Mandakini
Answer: _________
Question 377:
When Jawaharlal Nehru accepted the view of autonomous structure of Uttarakhand on the basis of its geo-cultural peculiarities?
A.
1937
B.
1936
C.
1938
D.
1935
Answer: _________
Question 378:
Where is located lipulekh pass?
A.
Uttarkashi
B.
Chamoli
C.
Bageshwar
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 379:
Where is located Bandarpunch?
A.
Uttarkashi
B.
Almora
C.
Bageshwar
D.
Pithoragarh
Answer: _________
Question 380:
The Himalayan mountain chain is divided into how many distinct regions?
A.
Three
B.
Four
C.
Two
D.
Five
Answer: _________
Question 381:
Which of following statement(s) is/are incorrect?
A.
The Doon valley i.e. between the shiwalik hills and lower Himalayas.
B.
Kotri, Patali and Chaukhamba are the main duns.
C.
The Trans-Himalayan zone is in the rain shadow of the towering Himalayaas.
D.
Nama Pass is located in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand.
Answer: _________
Question 382:
In the West, the boundary of Uttarakhand with Himachal Pradesh is formed by which river(s)?
A.
Supin
B.
Tons
C.
Yamuna
D.
All of these
Answer: _________
Question 383:
Which of the following is not part/zone of physiographic divisions of Uttarakhand
A.
Sub-Montain zone
B.
Main Himalayan zone
C.
Lesser Himalayas zone
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 384:
The Southern belt of the Bhabar is known as
A.
Shiwalik region
B.
Doon valley
C.
Terai region
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 385:
Doonagiri glacier is located at?
A.
Pithoragarh
B.
Almora
C.
Chamoli
D.
Uttarakashi
Answer: _________
Question 386:
Teak forest lies in the region of
A.
Chamoli
B.
Kumaun
C.
Almora
D.
Tehri
Answer: _________
Question 387:
Tree cover area of Uttarakhand is
A.
752 sq km
B.
603 sq km
C.
803 sq km
D.
503 sq km
Answer: _________
Question 388:
The Open Forest (OF) Area of Uttarakhand is
A.
5,884 sq km
B.
4,612 sq km
C.
3,612 sq km
D.
4,000 sq km
Answer: _________
Question 389:
The Very Dense Forest Area cover of Uttarakhand is
A.
4,754 sq km
B.
6,785 sq km
C.
3,485 sq km
D.
4,685 sq km
Answer: _________
Question 390:
The Recorded Forest Area of Uttarakhand is
A.
38,000 sq km
B.
35,651 sq km
C.
32,651 sq km
D.
33,651 sq km
Answer: _________
Question 391:
The Reserved Forest Area of Utarakhand is
A.
26,547 sq km
B.
25,643 sq km
C.
26,643 sq km
D.
27,643 sq km
Answer: _________
Question 392:
The Unclassed Forest Area of Uttarakhand is
A.
132 sq km
B.
1568 sq km
C.
116 sq km
D.
133 sq km
Answer: _________
Question 393:
The Moderately Dense Forest area of Uttarakhand is
A.
13,602 sq km
B.
24,420 sq km
C.
5,884 sq km
D.
53,483 sq km
Answer: _________
Question 394:
On the basis of the dominant tree species, Forest Department has classified the forests of Uttarakhand into how many major types?
A.
6
B.
7
C.
8
D.
5
Answer: _________
Question 395:
Uttarakhand has ........... of ifs total geographical area under forest.
A.
71.05%
B.
63.83%
C.
62.07%
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 396:
Hardayal Singh was the famous player of
A.
Adventure sports
B.
Basketball
C.
Hockey
D.
Cricket
Answer: _________
Question 397:
Match the following List-I List-II a. Bhadur Mal 1. Lifetime Achievement Award b. Abhinav Bindra 2. Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award c. Madhumita Bisht 3. Dronacharya Award d. Hansa Manrol Sharma 4. Padamshree Award
A.
a-1, b-2, c-4, d-3
B.
a-2, b-1, c-3, d-4
C.
a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
D.
a-3, b-1, c-2, d-4
Answer: _________
Question 398:
Match the following List-I (Player) List-II (Sport) a. Narendra Singh Bisht 1. Boxing b. Fayyaz Ahmed Ansari 2. Weight Lifting c. Kushpal Singh Negi 3. Athletics d. Ashish Singh Negi 4. Cricket
A.
a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4
B.
a-2, b-1, c-3, d-4
C.
a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
D.
a-3, b-1, c-2, d-4
Answer: _________
Question 399:
Any Person who will win any gold medal in World Olympics would be given cash price of
A.
1 crore
B.
1.5 crore
C.
2 crore
D.
1.25 crore
Answer: _________
Question 400:
New Policy to Boost the Sports Activities in Uttarakhand come in the year?
A.
2011
B.
2012
C.
2013
D.
2014
Answer: _________
Question 401:
He acted in Delhi-6, the famous Bollywood movie. He is
A.
Tom Alter
B.
Himesh Nishank
C.
Deepak Dobriyal
D.
Manohar Joshi
Answer: _________
Question 402:
'Gaura Pant' is a famous
A.
painter
B.
social activist
C.
writer
D.
poet
Answer: _________
Question 403:
'Mungeri Lal Ke Hasin Sapmey' is a famous story serial written by
A.
Nityanand Mishra
B.
Gaura Pant
C.
Shiv Prasad Dabral
D.
Manohar Shyam Joshi
Answer: _________
Question 404:
Mola Ram is associated with
A.
Music
B.
Cinema
C.
Theatre
D.
Painting
Answer: _________
Question 405:
Shiv Prasad Dabral is famous in Uttarakhand. He is a
A.
historian
B.
musician
C.
writer
D.
poet
Answer: _________
Question 406:
Uttarakhand was provided with the status of Special State by the Union Cabinet on
A.
2 nd June, 2001
B.
2 nd May, 2002
C.
2 nd May, 2001
D.
2 nd June, 2002
Answer: _________
Question 407:
Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly has how many members?
A.
72
B.
75
C.
71
D.
76
Answer: _________
Question 408:
How many seats are reserved for Scheduled Castes category in Uttarakhand State Assembly?
A.
10
B.
3
C.
13
D.
19
Answer: _________
Question 409:
How many seats are reserved for Scheduled Tribes in Uttarakhand State Assembly Constituencies?
A.
2
B.
3
C.
4
D.
5
Answer: _________
Question 410:
According to Census 2011, which district of Uttarakhand has the highest Scheduled Tribe sex ratio?
A.
Uttarkashi
B.
Rudraprayag
C.
Tehri Garhwal
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 411:
Which among the following districts of Uttarakhand has the highest percentage of Scheduled Caste population?
A.
Uttarkashi
B.
Bageshwar
C.
Dehradun
D.
Pithoragarh
Answer: _________
Question 412:
Which among the following districts of Uttarakhand has the highest percentage of Scheduled Tribe population?
A.
Udham Singh Nagar
B.
Dehradun
C.
Pithoragarh
D.
Chamoli
Answer: _________
Question 413:
Which among the following SC communities of Uttarakhand has the highest literacy rate?
A.
Shilpkar
B.
Balmiki
C.
Chamar
D.
Dhabi
Answer: _________
Question 414:
Consider the following statements 1. The main function of the Commission for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe is to safeguard the rights of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. 2. It acts as an advisory body only. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 415:
Consider the following statements 1. Raji tribe speaks in Kumauni language but their mother tongue is 'Munda'. 2. The main deity of Raji tribe is Bagnath. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 416:
Thadya dance is performed from 'Basant Panchami' to 'Vishuwat Sankranti'. It is performed by
A.
women
B.
men
C.
child
D.
professional dancers in pair
Answer: _________
Question 417:
The wordrobe of Garhwali language is
A.
very rich
B.
moderate
C.
rich and can compared to any language of the world
D.
very poor
Answer: _________
Question 418:
In Garhwal, the ghost of Muslim is known as
A.
Saiyyad
B.
Brahmasa
C.
Saiddhalis
D.
Jagarya
Answer: _________
Question 419:
Jaggar song is related to
A.
prabandh songs
B.
varta songs
C.
marriage songs
D.
deities
Answer: _________
Question 420:
Consider the following statements 1. Thadiya is a free movement dance from predominant in Garhwal. 2. Thadya is performed in not open air in a courtyard. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 421:
Consider the following statements 1. Sanskrit is the second official language of Uttarakhand. 2. The state can only have two official languages and not more than it. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 422:
Consider the following statements 1. The people of Uttarakhand have a rich tradition of folk dances. 2. The folk dances of Uttarakhand are very simple and traditional. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 423:
Consider the following statements 1. Choliya word is supposed to have been derived from a Kumauni word 'Chhol' that means to behead. 2. It begins with the blowing of the turturi, a trumpet sort of musical instrument. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 424:
Choliya dance is performed with the help of
A.
mirror
B.
needle
C.
bamboo stick
D.
sword
Answer: _________
Question 425:
Laman is a song of
A.
love
B.
marriage
C.
deity
D.
prabandh
Answer: _________
Question 426:
Who among the following tabled the proposal for a separate state in Parliament?
A.
Chandra Singh Rawat
B.
Narendra Singh Bisht
C.
Rishi Ballabh Sundriyal
D.
Pratap Singh Negi
Answer: _________
Question 427:
The President signed on 'U. P. Reformation Bill, 2000' on
A.
25 th August, 2000
B.
26 th August, 2000
C.
28 th August, 2000
D.
31 st August, 2000
Answer: _________
Question 428:
After reorganisation of state in November 2000, Uttarakhand stands.
A.
25 th
B.
26 th
C.
27 th
D.
28 th
Answer: _________
Question 429:
When was the bill to create a separate hill state of Uttarakhand out of Uttar Pradesh passed by the Lok Sabha?
A.
14 th August, 2000
B.
1 st August, 2000
C.
21 st July, 2000
D.
1 st July, 2000
Answer: _________
Question 430:
The Uttar Pradesh Reformation Bill, 2000 was passed in the Rajya Sabha on
A.
1 st August, 2000
B.
5 th August, 2000
C.
10 th August, 2000
D.
20 th August, 2000
Answer: _________
Question 431:
Kaushik Committee' was constituted in
A.
1994
B.
1995
C.
1996
D.
1998
Answer: _________
Question 432:
Khatima Massacre was occurred in
A.
1993
B.
1994
C.
1995
D.
1996
Answer: _________
Question 433:
Uttarakhand Yuva Morcha came into existence in the year
A.
1972
B.
1976
C.
1970
D.
1965
Answer: _________
Question 434:
Inder Singh Nayal, The M. L. C. had written a letter to then CM of Uttar Pradesh for granting special status to hill region in
A.
1954
B.
1955
C.
1956
D.
1957
Answer: _________
Question 435:
In Kumaon and Garhwal, 'Drone' was a measurement unit for -
A.
Water
B.
Land and Grains
C.
Land
D.
Wood
Answer: _________
Question 436:
Name the mountain pass that links 'Darma' and 'Byans' valleys of Uttaranchal -
A.
Unta Dhura
B.
Jayantia
C.
Sinla
D.
Ralam
Answer: _________
Question 437:
Where is Khatling glacier situated?
A.
Tehri-Garhwal Distric
B.
Uttarkashi District
C.
Chamoli District
D.
Pithoragarh District
Answer: _________
Question 438:
Which are called 'Duns' in Uttarakhand ?
A.
Structural Valleys
B.
River Valleys
C.
Alpine Grasslands
D.
Narrow Valley
Answer: _________
Question 439:
The biggest Hydro-Electric Project of Uttarakhand State is :
A.
Sharda Project
B.
Khadori Project
C.
Pathari Project
D.
Tehri Project
Answer: _________
Question 440:
Which of the following is not a district of Uttaranchal ?
A.
Roorkee
B.
Rudra Prayag
C.
Uddham Singh Nagar
D.
Bageshwar
Answer: _________
Question 441:
Kingri-Bingri, Neeti, Shail-shal and Dharma of Uttaranchal are -
A.
rivers
B.
hills
C.
passes
D.
religious places
Answer: _________
Question 442:
Which Hill Station of Uttarakhand has been called as 'Queen of Hills' ?
A.
Ranikhet
B.
Chakrata
C.
Nainital
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 443:
Which one of the following districts of Uttaranchal touches the Nepal border?
A.
Pauri-Garhwal
B.
Pithoragarh
C.
Uttarkashi
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 444:
Which district of Uttarakhand has the largest area?
A.
Nainital
B.
Dehradun
C.
Almora
D.
Uttarkashi
Answer: _________
Question 445:
Who among the following persons mountaineer?
A.
Harish Chandra Singh Rawat
B.
Deepak Dobriyal
C.
Gajender Singh
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 446:
Chaudah Phere and Bhairavi are famous work of
A.
Gaura Pant
B.
Sumitranandan Pant
C.
Girish Tiwari
D.
Pitambar Dutt
Answer: _________
Question 447:
Who is known as 'Gandhi of Uttarakhand'?
A.
Gaura Devi
B.
Sunderlal Bahuguna
C.
Madho Singh Bhandari
D.
Indramani Badoni
Answer: _________
Question 448:
Who among the following is a famous scientist?
A.
D. D. Sharma
B.
Krishna Joshi
C.
Ghananand Pandey
D.
Badri Dutt Pandey
Answer: _________
Question 449:
Which one of the following is not the composition of Sumitranandan Pant?
A.
Chidambara
B.
Gunjan
C.
Granthi
D.
Vishkanya
Answer: _________
Question 450:
Kafa Paku is a poetry collection of Uttarakhand. It is written by
A.
Chandra Kunwar
B.
Shiv Sunder Bahuguna
C.
Gaura Pant
D.
Shiv Prasad
Answer: _________
Question 451:
Bachendri Pal belongs to which district
A.
Almora
B.
Haridwar
C.
Chamoli
D.
Garhwal
Answer: _________
Question 452:
Match the following List-I (Personality) List-II (Field) a. Sumitranandan Pant 1. Mountaineer b. Himani Shivpuri 2. Poet c. Pandit Nain Singh 3. Social Activist d. Radha Bhatt 4. Actor
A.
a-2, b-1, c-4, d-3
B.
a-2, b-4, c-1, d-3
C.
a-3, b-4, c-1, d-2
D.
a-3, b-2, c-1, d-4
Answer: _________
Question 453:
The cause for the creation of Uttarakhand as a separate State was -
A.
will of the Central Government.
B.
conservation of the mountain culture.
C.
imbalanced development and backwardness.
D.
the identity of the hill people.
Answer: _________
Question 454:
The founder of Srinagar-Pawar dynasty was -
A.
Vijay Pal
B.
Prithwi Pati Shah
C.
Ajay Pal
D.
Man Shah
Answer: _________
Question 455:
Red and Black soils are deficient in
A.
lime
B.
humus
C.
nitrogen
D.
All of these
Answer: _________
Question 456:
Which among the following types of soils is found in Terai and Bhabar tract?
A.
Himani soil
B.
Alluvial soil
C.
Podsolic soil
D.
Forest soil
Answer: _________
Question 457:
Shiwalik and Doon areas have
A.
Grey Forest soil
B.
Alluvial soil
C.
Mountainous soil
D.
Laterite soil
Answer: _________
Question 458:
Which among the following types of soils is formed due to long duration of exposure to atmospheric agencies, physical and chemical weathering and rock slides etc.?
A.
Forest soil
B.
Sedentary soil
C.
Himani soil
D.
Pedogenetic soil
Answer: _________
Question 459:
Where is ferrugenous Red soil best developed in Uttarakhand?
A.
Foothills
B.
Main Himalayan rocks
C.
Terai and Plain region
D.
All of the above
Answer: _________
Question 460:
Soil is formed by
A.
disintegration of rocks
B.
decomposition of rocks
C.
Both 'A' and 'B'
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 461:
Podsolic soil is the soil that has developed in humid temperate conditions usually under
A.
coniferous forest
B.
deciduous forest
C.
tropical forest
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 462:
Assertion: (A) Soil in the valley bottom is more fertile than those found on the ridge top. Reason: (R) The presence of a large quantity of humus, mineral nutrients, moisture and suitable depth.
A.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
B.
Both A and R are true, but R is Not the correct explanation of A.
C.
A is true, but R is false.
D.
A is false but R is true.
Answer: _________
Question 463:
Which among the following types of soils is not found in the state of Uttarakhand?
A.
Black soil
B.
Red soil
C.
Forest soil
D.
Desert soil
Answer: _________
Question 464:
There is deficiency of zinc and manganese in
A.
Bhabar soil
B.
Khadar soil
C.
Terai soil
D.
Laterite soil
Answer: _________
Question 465:
Where lies the Vashistha Cave?
A.
Chamoli
B.
Uttarkashi
C.
Tehri
D.
Pithoragarh
Answer: _________
Question 466:
Who was the first member in the provincial council of the United province from Kumaon region before Independence?
A.
Badri Dutt Pandey
B.
Govind Ballabh Pant
C.
Tara Dutt Gairola
D.
Mukandi Lal
Answer: _________
Question 467:
Uttaranchal historian known by the surname of 'Charan' is -
A.
Badri Dutt Pandey
B.
Harikrishna Raturi
C.
Mukundi Lal 'Barrister'
D.
Shiv Prasad Dabral
Answer: _________
Question 468:
Battle of Khurbura was fought in the year -
A.
1800 A.D.
B.
1804 A.D.
C.
1710 A.D.
D.
1805 A.D.
Answer: _________
Question 469:
When did Tehri State merge with the Indian Union?
A.
1 st August, 1949
B.
15 th August, 1947
C.
20 th January, 1950
D.
26 th January, 1952
Answer: _________
Question 470:
Tehri State became a district of Uttar Pradesh on -
A.
1 st August, 1949
B.
15 th August, 1947
C.
26 th January, 1950
D.
1 st December, 1949
Answer: _________
Question 471:
Badri Dutt Pandey was : 1. the hero of Coolie-begar movement. 2. a member of the Indian National Congress. 3. a member of the Hindu Mahasabha. Select the correct answer:
A.
1 and 2
B.
2 and 3
C.
1 and 3
D.
1, 2 and 3
Answer: _________
Question 472:
In which year the Congress was established in Almora?
A.
1911
B.
1919
C.
1895
D.
1912
Answer: _________
Question 473:
'Kumaun Parishad' was constituted in Nainital in the year -
A.
1906
B.
1916
C.
1926
D.
1936
Answer: _________
Question 474:
When was Gorakha rule established in Kumaun?
A.
1790
B.
1792
C.
1815
D.
1865
Answer: _________
Question 475:
Which of the following museums is not located in Uttarakhand?
A.
Himalayan Museum
B.
Lok Sanskriti Museum
C.
Molaram Chitra Sangrahalya Museum
D.
Subhash Chandra Bose Museum
Answer: _________
Question 476:
Mulberry silk in Terai and plain areas and Tassar silk in
A.
hilly areas
B.
mountain areas
C.
Both 'A' and 'B'
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 477:
Where is the Fine Arts Academy of Uttarakhand established?
A.
Dehradun
B.
Nainital
C.
Haldwani
D.
Kathgodam
Answer: _________
Question 478:
What is the main source of wollen Handlooms wool?
A.
Belchi
B.
Harsil
C.
Merino
D.
All of these
Answer: _________
Question 479:
Ringal is used in
A.
bangles
B.
beads
C.
carpet, bowls, basket
D.
blanket
Answer: _________
Question 480:
Rangwali is a style of
A.
artcraft
B.
handicraft
C.
paintings
D.
jewellery making
Answer: _________
Question 481:
Pandit Govind Ballabh Pant Government Museum was established in 1979 in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Almora
B.
Ranikhet
C.
Nainital
D.
Dehradun
Answer: _________
Question 482:
Illustrations of Gita Govinda are found in
A.
Aipan
B.
Dekara
C.
Garhwal School of Painting
D.
Patta of Uttarakhand's paintings
Answer: _________
Question 483:
Srinagar Garhwal University established its own museum in
A.
1980
B.
1982
C.
1983
D.
1984
Answer: _________
Question 484:
When was the Museum of Forest Research Institute established?
A.
1914
B.
1921
C.
1926
D.
1928
Answer: _________
Question 485:
Marble industry is in a very developed stage in
A.
Chamoli
B.
Udham Singh Nagar
C.
Almora
D.
Dehradun
Answer: _________
Question 486:
State Industrial Development Corporation of Uttarakhand Limited (SIDCUL) was mainly formed to
A.
attract foreign investment in the state.
B.
industrial development in the state.
C.
relaxation in mining quotas and licence.
D.
give assistance to small and medium scale industries.
Answer: _________
Question 487:
Maximum paper industries are located in
A.
Almora and Chamoli
B.
Dehradun
C.
Rudraprayag
D.
Nainital and Udham Singh Nagar
Answer: _________
Question 488:
Focus area in Industrial Policy of 2003 was
A.
agriculture
B.
tourism
C.
agro based industry
D.
marble industry
Answer: _________
Question 489:
Match the following List-I (Industries) List-II (Districts) a. Kanwali Cement Factory 1. Rishikesh b. Stadia Chemicals Limited 2. Rajpur c. Ranipokhri Cement Factory 3. Ranipokhri
A.
a-2, b-1, c-3
B.
a-3, b-2, c-1
C.
a-1, b-2, c-3
D.
a-3, b-1, c-2
Answer: _________
Question 490:
How many Small Scale Industries (SSIs) are there in Uttarakhand?
A.
62,340
B.
52,340
C.
44,809
D.
32,340
Answer: _________
Question 491:
SIDCUL was established as a limited company in
A.
2000
B.
2002
C.
2007
D.
2001
Answer: _________
Question 492:
How many Khadi Udyog Units are there in Uttarakhand?
A.
447
B.
347
C.
547
D.
647
Answer: _________
Question 493:
Gangolihat lies between the rivers
A.
Yamuna and Pushpawati
B.
Sharda and Sane
C.
Ramganga and Kali
D.
Sarayu and Ramganga
Answer: _________
Question 494:
Which of the following temples is situated at Kedarnath?
A.
Vishnu
B.
Shiva
C.
Brahma
D.
Kali
Answer: _________
Question 495:
In which of the following places of Uttarakhand Mahatma Gandhi stayed many days during the Indian National Movement?
A.
Mussoorie
B.
Nainital
C.
Kausani
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 496:
Who is popularly known as 'Gumani Kavi' ?
A.
Govind Ballabh Pant
B.
Lokratna Pant
C.
Sumitra Nandan Pant
D.
Ramesh Chandra Pant
Answer: _________
Question 497:
Which was the first newspaper published in Uttarakhand?
A.
Garhwal
B.
Almora Akhbar
C.
Sakti
D.
Garhwal Samachar
Answer: _________
Question 498:
'Garhwal' Newspaper was published from -
A.
Dehradun
B.
Kotdwar
C.
Pauri
D.
Tehri
Answer: _________
Question 499:
Where did Gandhiji write his famous introduction 'Anasakti yog' on 'Srimad Bhagwadgita'?
A.
Almora
B.
Haridwar
C.
Kausani
D.
Mussorie
Answer: _________
Question 500:
Who in Uttarakhand, was awarded 'Shaurya Chakra' in 2009 ?
A.
Subedar Ram Singh
B.
Major Sunder Singh Bisht
C.
Captain Manoj
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 501:
Which person of Uttarakhand was given 'Padam Vibhushan' in the year 2009?
A.
Shri Sunderlal Bahugun
B.
Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal "Nishank"
C.
Bachendri Pal
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 502:
Which writer of Uttaranchal was given 'Vyas Samman' Award for the year 2002 ?
A.
Manohar Shyam Joshi
B.
Ramesh Chandra Shah
C.
Shailesh Matiyani
D.
Viren Dangwal
Answer: _________
Question 503:
Name the only person from Uttarakhand to have received the 'Gyanpeeth Award' for literature.
A.
Leela Dhar Jaguri
B.
Ila Chandra Joshi
C.
Viren Dangwal
D.
Sumitra Nandan Pant
Answer: _________
Question 504:
Out of the following, who was awarded 'Victoria Cross' ?
A.
Gabar Singh Negi
B.
Subedar Ram Singh
C.
General B. C. Joshi
D.
Major Dhan Singh Thapa
Answer: _________
Question 505:
Consider the following statements 1. Talc is found in Pithoragarh and Almora districts of Uttarakhand. 2. It is a soft mineral and used in talcum powder and paints. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 506:
Consider the following statement 1. Magnesite also occurs in Palla Jakhola, Kimana Healang, Gulabkoti and Manolta area of Chamoli district. 2. The magnesite is mainly used in the steel and cement industries. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 507:
Gypsum is found in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Nainital
B.
Dehradun
C.
Both 'A' and 'B'
D.
Pithoragarh
Answer: _________
Question 508:
Which among the following districts of Uttarakhand is/are known for copper production?
A.
Nainital
B.
Almora
C.
Pithoragarh
D.
All of these
Answer: _________
Question 509:
Which among the following districts of Uttarakhand is known for iron production?
A.
Nainital
B.
Almora
C.
Pauri Garhwal
D.
All of these
Answer: _________
Question 510:
Which of the following minerals accounted for 54% of the total value of mineral production in the state?
A.
Magnesite
B.
Steatite
C.
Soapstone
D.
Talc
Answer: _________
Question 511:
Which of the following is horizon of magnesite deposit in Uttarakhand?
A.
Kali river in East to the Alaknanda valley in the West.
B.
Alaknanda valley in East to the Kali river in the West.
C.
Bhagirathi river in East and Kali river in the West.
D.
Both 'A' and 'C'
Answer: _________
Question 512:
The State Government declared the mining Policy on 4 th April, 2001, under which the mining works is being done in the forest area by?
A.
Indian Forestry Department
B.
Uttarakhand Forest Development corporation
C.
Kumaun Regional Development corporation
D.
Garhwal Regional Development corporation
Answer: _________
Question 513:
Silver is found in which district of Uttrakhand?
A.
Garhwal
B.
Dehradun
C.
Nainital
D.
Almora
Answer: _________
Question 514:
The mineral ocurred in Krol belt of Nainital hills and Dehradun-Mussoorie Syncline is
A.
dolomite
B.
limestone
C.
Both 'A' and 'B'
D.
talc
Answer: _________
Question 515:
The first Prime Minister who announced for separate state Uttarakhand on Independence Day is
A.
Rajeev Gandhi
B.
H. D. Devagauda
C.
Chandra Shekhar
D.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Answer: _________
Question 516:
The first politician who supported for separate Uttarakhand state was
A.
Pt. Govind Ballabh Pant
B.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
C.
Smt. Indira Gandhi
D.
Sri. Rajeev Gandhi
Answer: _________
Question 517:
The first local leader who thought for the Constitution of separate Uttarakhand state was
A.
Pt. Govind Ballabh Pant
B.
Badri Dutt Pandey
C.
Narayan Dutt Tiwari
D.
Dr. Murli Manohar Joshi
Answer: _________
Question 518:
The first All Parties Conference was organised for separate Uttarakhand at
A.
Pauri Garhwal
B.
Nainital
C.
Karnaprayag
D.
Dehradun
Answer: _________
Question 519:
Consider the following statements 1. Ram Shankar Kaushik Committee was the first committee to draft proposal for a separate state. 2. It is the first Cabinet Committee to be constituted for the demand of separate state. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 520:
Consider the following statements 1. Hill State Council was established under the Chairmanship of Shri Daya Krishna Pandey. 2. The council also decided to establish several branches of council outside Uttarakhand. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 521:
Uttarakhand Rajya Parishad was reorganised by
A.
Non-resident Uttarakhand
B.
Garhwali
C.
Kumauni people
D.
Hill Council members
Answer: _________
Question 522:
After the formation of Uttarakhand, who among the following was sworn in as the first Chief Minister of the state?
A.
N. D. Tiwari
B.
Nityanand Swami
C.
B. C. Khanduri
D.
B. S. Koshyari
Answer: _________
Question 523:
Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
A.
Maharaja Manvendra Shah led the movement for the creation of a separate state in 1958.
B.
A Hill State Council was established under the chairmanship of Shri Dayakrishna Pandey.
C.
In 1973, Shri Pratap Singh Negi tabled the proposal for a seperate state in Parliament.
D.
None of the above
E.
Kirata kingdom in Sanskrit literature refers to the people who were dwellers in the Himalaya only.
F.
The Holy river Bhagirathi is named as Kirati after Kirat tribe.
G.
The Khasas did not otter military help to the Kauravas in the Battle of Kurukshetra as per Mahabharata.
H.
In Mahabharata, the world Kulind did not find mentions as Kulind Janpad.
I.
The Saraswati river meets the Alaknanda near Mana village, Badrinath Temple.
J.
The Dauliganga joins the Alaknanda at Devprayag.
K.
The Girthi Ganga and Rishi Gangaa the main tributaries of Alaknanda.
L.
The Bhilangana joins the Bhagiratn at Devprayag.
Answer: _________
Question 524:
The students participated first time in a movement for separate Uttarakhand in
A.
June, 1992
B.
June, 1993
C.
June, 1994
D.
June, 1995
Answer: _________
Question 525:
The Recorded Forest Area of Uttarakhand constitutes how many percentage of its geographical area?
A.
54.79%
B.
71.05%
C.
65.08%
D.
55.08%
Answer: _________
Question 526:
Recorded Forest Area in Uttarakhand is how many percent of India's Forest Area?
A.
5.49%
B.
6.49%
C.
4.97%
D.
2.49%
Answer: _________
Question 527:
Which is the largest National Park of Uttarakhand?
A.
Valley of Flowers
B.
Govind National Park
C.
Corbett National Park
D.
Gangotri National Park
Answer: _________
Question 528:
Rajaji National Park is situated in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Uttarkashi
B.
Dehradun
C.
Tehri Garhwal
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 529:
Which of the following National Parks is extended in three districs of Uttarakhand?
A.
Rajaji National Park
B.
Corbett National Park
C.
Dudhwa National Park
D.
Valley of Flowers
Answer: _________
Question 530:
Which is the smallest National Park of Uttarakhand?
A.
Rajaji National Park
B.
Ghana National Park
C.
Valley of Flowers
D.
Corbett National Park
Answer: _________
Question 531:
Rajaji National Park's name has been dedicated to which popular person?
A.
Raja Harishchandra
B.
Raja Harkishan Singh
C.
C. Rajagopalachari
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 532:
Nanda Devi National Park is located in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Pauri Garhwal
B.
Uttarkashi
C.
Dehradun
D.
Chamoli
Answer: _________
Question 533:
Consider the following statements 1. Nanda Devi National Park was established in 1982. 2. It was inscribed a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1988. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 534:
Consider the following statements 1. Frank S. Smith discovered the Valley of Flowers. 2. His book named Valley of Flowers made the valley world famous. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 535:
Udayshankar Dance' and 'Theatre Academy' is located in Almora. It was established in
A.
2003
B.
2001
C.
2004
D.
2008
Answer: _________
Question 536:
Sanskrit Academy was established in
A.
1971
B.
2002
C.
1972
D.
1974
Answer: _________
Question 537:
Zonal Museum of Dehradun was established in the year
A.
1949
B.
1950
C.
1971
D.
2002
Answer: _________
Question 538:
Nanakmatta dam is located at
A.
Udham Singh Nagar
B.
Chamoli
C.
Rudraprayag
D.
Bageshwer
Answer: _________
Question 539:
Mahakali temple is situated in the district of
A.
Tehri Garhwal
B.
Uttarkashi
C.
Bageshwar
D.
Pithoragarh
Answer: _________
Question 540:
In Uttarkashi, two languages to be spoken are Hindi and ...............
A.
Punjabi
B.
Kumani
C.
Garhwali
D.
Pahari
Answer: _________
Question 541:
The river(s) that flow(s) through Chamoli district is/are
A.
Pindar
B.
Alaknanda
C.
Mandakini
D.
All of these
Answer: _________
Question 542:
The famous Mansa Devi, Chandi Devi temple are located in the district of
A.
Pauri Garhwal
B.
Rudraprayag
C.
Haridwar
D.
Chamoli
Answer: _________
Question 543:
The famous Jogeshwar is located in the district of
A.
Nainital
B.
Pauri Garhwal
C.
Almora
D.
Rudraprayag
Answer: _________
Question 544:
Other than Kedarnath temple, Rudraprayag is famous for
A.
Mahakali temple
B.
Naina Devi temple
C.
Omkareshwar temple
D.
Binsar Devi temple
Answer: _________
Question 545:
Almora coins are related to which dynasty?
A.
Paurava
B.
Kulind
C.
Katyuri
D.
Maukhari
Answer: _________
Question 546:
The early medieval history of Kumaun started with the ........ dynasty that ruled from 7 th to 11 th century.
A.
Paurava
B.
Katyuri
C.
Kulind
D.
Das
Answer: _________
Question 547:
Panduwala coins are related to which dynasty?
A.
Paurava
B.
Katyuri
C.
Guptas
D.
Kulind
Answer: _________
Question 548:
King Ajay Pal was associated with which dynasty?
A.
Parmar dynasty
B.
Katyuri dynasty
C.
Kulind dynasty
D.
Pala dynasty
Answer: _________
Question 549:
King Som Chand was associated with which dynasty?
A.
Pal dynasty
B.
Chand dynasty
C.
Yadav dynasty
D.
Paurava dynasty
Answer: _________
Question 550:
Consider the following statements 1. In early 1790, the Gurkhas invaded the Kumaun hills and Almora. 2. The rail road was extended to Kathgodam in 1888. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 551:
Consider the following statements 1. Gupta kings subdued the Kulind, Yaudheya and Naga powers in central and hilly area. 2. The Present day Garhwal, Kumaun and Kangra region is believed to be the frontier state of Chandragupta empire. Which of the above statement(s) is/are true?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: _________
Question 552:
Consider the following statements 1. On 28 th November, 1815, the Treaty of Sangauli was signed between Gurkha General Amar Singh Thapa and British Major General David Ochterlony. 2. Under this treaty, Gurkhas were allowed to return along with their private properties to Nepal. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 553:
The history of Garhwal began as a unified whole in the 15 th century when the king ........ merged the 52 principalities of the Garhwal region.
A.
Narayan Singh
B.
Baldev Singh
C.
Ajay Pal
D.
Harak Singh Rawat
Answer: _________
Question 554:
In AD 4 th century, the king of which dynasty subdued the Kulind, Yaudheya and Naga powers in central and hill eya?
A.
Naga
B.
Gupta
C.
Yadav
D.
Paurava
Answer: _________
Question 555:
Who was the first king after Ajay Pal to invade Tibet?
A.
Man Shah
B.
Shyam Shah
C.
Mahipati Shah
D.
Prithvipati Shah
Answer: _________
Question 556:
Who was the first among the rulers of Garhwal to adopt the title of Shah?
A.
Mahipati Shah
B.
Shyam Shah
C.
Man Shah
D.
Balbhadra Shah
Answer: _________
Question 557:
Bhagnath Temple was constructed by
A.
Lakshmi chand in 1601
B.
Lakshmi chand in 1602
C.
Rudra chand in 1601
D.
Rudra chand in 1602
Answer: _________
Question 558:
The Katyuri kings dominated the Northern region of the country during 7 th to 11 th century. They dominated which region in the state of Uttarakhand?
A.
Kumaun
B.
Garhwal
C.
Prashasti
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 559:
During the proto-historical and Harrapan period, various tribes entered the region of Uttrakhand. Which among the following tribes is not among them?
A.
Kirata
B.
Tangana
C.
Kuling
D.
Kathodi
Answer: _________
Question 560:
The arrival of which tribal community led Kiratas to take refuge m remote areas of Joshimath, Uttarkashi and Pithoragarh?
A.
Khas
B.
Katyuri
C.
Bhatia
D.
Shaka
Answer: _________
Question 561:
The mid-Himalayan region of Garhwal and Kumaun, which is commonly known as Uttarakhand today, was called by the names ...... and ....... respectively in the Skand Purana.
A.
Kedarkhand, Manaskhand
B.
Manaskhand, Kedarkhand
C.
Rudrakhand, Devkhand
D.
Devkhand, Rudrakhand
Answer: _________
Question 562:
According to Ramchandran the name of Silavarman inscribed in Jagatgram Aswamedh Vedika belonged to which dynasty?
A.
Katyuri
B.
Yaudheya
C.
Maukhari
D.
Paurava
Answer: _________
Question 563:
Bhadani, Maanghand Kumagya and Magh, kumyya are examples of
A.
dialects
B.
languages
C.
main languages of Kumaun
D.
main languages of Garhwal
Answer: _________
Question 564:
'Public Art Institute' is located in
A.
Dehradun
B.
Haridwar
C.
Nainital
D.
Almora
Answer: _________
Question 565:
Which of the following dance forms is dedicated to Lord Shiva?
A.
Choliya
B.
Chauphula
C.
Chanchari
D.
Chhapeli
Answer: _________
Question 566:
Nyoli songs are related to
A.
child
B.
temple worship
C.
unmarried girls
D.
marriage
Answer: _________
Question 567:
What is the most important dance form of Garhwal?
A.
Chanchari
B.
Chauphula
C.
Jagar
D.
Thadya
Answer: _________
Question 568:
Khuded songs are
A.
based on tantra mantra
B.
emotional sad songs
C.
holi based
D.
songs for child
Answer: _________
Question 569:
Sanskrit Academy is located in
A.
Almora
B.
Haridwar
C.
Dehradun
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 570:
A heroic song is known as Pawada in
A.
Almora
B.
Garhwal
C.
Nainital
D.
Dehradun
Answer: _________
Question 571:
Bhatkhande Hindustani Institute is located in
A.
Almora
B.
Haridwar
C.
Dehradun
D.
Nainital
Answer: _________
Question 572:
'Council of Art, Culture and Literature' is located in Dehradun. It was established in the year
A.
2004
B.
2001
C.
2003
D.
2009
Answer: _________
Question 573:
On which of the following rivers, the Tehri Hydro Power Project has been constructed?
A.
Bhagirathi and Alaknanda
B.
Yamuna and Bhagirathi
C.
Kali and Tons
D.
Bhagirathi and Bhilganga
Answer: _________
Question 574:
Maneri Bhali Project is on the river
A.
Bhagirathi
B.
Mandakini
C.
Kali
D.
Ramganga
Answer: _________
Question 575:
Sharda Canal System was constructed in 1928 on the river
A.
Alaknanda
B.
Kali
C.
Bhagirathi
D.
Tons
Answer: _________
Question 576:
Gramya is
A.
a scheme to improve financial literacy in rural areas.
B.
an educational programme for girls of remote areas.
C.
a scheme for development of Gharats.
D.
a Watershed Development Scheme.
Answer: _________
Question 577:
Uttarakhand Jal Vidyut Nigam Limited was formed on
A.
9 th December, 2002
B.
9 th December, 2001
C.
9 th November, 2001
D.
9 th November, 2002
Answer: _________
Question 578:
Pancheshwar dam constructed on river Kali has a capacity of
A.
5,000 MV
B.
4,000 MV
C.
5,500 MV
D.
4,500 MV
Answer: _________
Question 579:
Dharasu Power Station was commissioned in 2008 and has a capacity of
A.
304 MW
B.
404 MW
C.
204 MW
D.
301 MW
Answer: _________
Question 580:
Power Transmission Corporation of Uttarakhand Limited (PTCUL) was incorporated on
A.
27 th May, 2004
B.
27 th June, 2003
C.
27 th May, 2005
D.
27 th June, 2002
Answer: _________
Question 581:
Srinagar Hydro Electricity Project has installed capacity of
A.
230 MW
B.
330 MW
C.
300 MW
D.
400 MW
Answer: _________
Question 582:
Tehri dam has a capacity to generate ______ electricity.
A.
2,400 MV
B.
2,200 MV
C.
2,000 MV
D.
2,500 MV
Answer: _________
Question 583:
The only Central University of Uttarakhand is situated in which district the state?
A.
Haridwar
B.
Nainital
C.
Dehradun
D.
Pauri Garhwal
Answer: _________
Question 584:
Where is Uttarakhand Technical University situated?
A.
Haldwani (Nainital)
B.
Kathgodam (Nainital)
C.
Chamoli
D.
Dehradun
Answer: _________
Question 585:
Which of the following colleges is the first registered college?
A.
Doon College
B.
Saint Joseph Academy
C.
D. A. V. College
D.
Guru Ramrai Education Mission
Answer: _________
Question 586:
Where is Himalayan Institute situated?
A.
Dehradun
B.
Nainital
C.
Almora
D.
Pauri Garhwal
Answer: _________
Question 587:
Where Saint George College Mussoorie situated?
A.
Dehradun
B.
Almora
C.
Pauri Garhwal
D.
Nainital
Answer: _________
Question 588:
Which district of Uttarakhand has the lowest rural literacy rate?
A.
Chamoli
B.
Champawat
C.
Haridwar
D.
Dehradun
Answer: _________
Question 589:
Which district of Utarakhand has the lowest literacy rate?
A.
Almora
B.
Udham Singh Nagar
C.
Haridwar
D.
Nainital
Answer: _________
Question 590:
Where is RMPPG College situated?
A.
Almora
B.
Haridwar
C.
Dehradun
D.
Nainital
Answer: _________
Question 591:
Which district of Uttarakhand has the highest literacy rate?
A.
Almora
B.
Dehradun
C.
Rudraprayag
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 592:
When Graphic Era University was established?
A.
2008
B.
2003
C.
2002
D.
2001
Answer: _________
Question 593:
When was the State Higher Education Council established in U.P.?
A.
1990
B.
1995
C.
2000
D.
2005
Answer: _________
Question 594:
The percentage of forest area in the state of Uttaranchal is -
A.
33%
B.
53%
C.
56%
D.
63%
Answer: _________
Question 595:
Amount of cultivable land in Uttaranchal is about -
A.
20%
B.
15%
C.
13%
D.
50%
Answer: _________
Question 596:
Which one of the following is not the ancient race of Uttarakhand?
A.
Yaksha
B.
Nag
C.
Khasi
D.
Kinnar
Answer: _________
Question 597:
Which tribe of Uttarakhand practices transhumance?
A.
Tharu
B.
Moksa
C.
Bhotia
D.
Raji
Answer: _________
Question 598:
Which tribes of Uttarakhand had trade relations with Tibet before 1962 war with China?
A.
Raji
B.
Bhotia
C.
Buksa
D.
Jaunsari
Answer: _________
Question 599:
Which of the following districts of Uttarakhand has the highest population of Scheduled Tribes?
A.
Nainital
B.
Almora
C.
Udhamsingh Nagar
D.
Champawat
Answer: _________
Question 600:
Which of the following tribes account for the largest tribal population in Uttaranchal?
A.
Jaunsari
B.
Bhotiya
C.
Boksha
D.
Tharu
Answer: _________
Question 601:
Tharu Scheduled Tribes are mostly the inhabitants of -
A.
Dehradun
B.
Udhamsingh Nagar
C.
Pithoragarh
D.
Chamoli
Answer: _________
Question 602:
Which one of the following Scheduled Tribes is not found in Uttarakhand ?
A.
Buksa
B.
Bhotia
C.
Raji
D.
Kharwar
Answer: _________
Question 603:
Consider the following statements about Bhawani Singh Rawat. 1. He was the only member from Uttarakhand of 'Indian Democratic Socialist Union' founded by Azad. 2. In 1931, he was arrested in Mumbai when he was trying to escape foreign. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: _________
Question 604:
In 1930, Harshdev Auli started which movement against forest laws?
A.
Non-cooperation Movement
B.
Civil Disobedience Movement
C.
Hill Area Movement
D.
Pahar Bachao Aandolan
Answer: _________
Question 605:
Garhwal Sarvadalita Board was constituted in AD 1928 by
A.
Mohan Singh Mehta
B.
Badri Dutt Pandey
C.
Jayananda Bharti
D.
Hargovind Pant
Answer: _________
Question 606:
Who was/were the freedom fighter(s) from Uttarakhand.
A.
Kalu Mahara
B.
Har Govind Pant
C.
Jaynand Bharti
D.
All of these
Answer: _________
Question 607:
On 3 rd May, 1944, who started his historic indefinite fast but died after 87 day's hunger strike?
A.
Harshdev Auli
B.
Sri Dev Suman
C.
Prayag Dutt Pant
D.
Bhawani Singh Rawat
Answer: _________
Question 608:
In 1919, who launched an agitation against the Rowlatt Act?
A.
Har Govind Pant
B.
Badri Dutt Pandey
C.
Dev Singh Danu
D.
G. B. Pant
Answer: _________
Question 609:
Who is known as Gandhi of Uttarakhand?
A.
Gaura devi
B.
Sunderlal Bahuguna
C.
Madhosingh Shandi
D.
lndramani Badoni
Answer: _________
Question 610:
Who said "You can break me, but can not change me"?
A.
G. B. Pant
B.
Sri. Dev Suman
C.
Badri Dutt Pandey
D.
Harshdev Auli
Answer: _________
Question 611:
Who was the first freedom fighter of Uttarakhand to get jailed term?
A.
Dev Singh Danu
B.
Mohan Singh Mehta
C.
Mahaveer Tyagi
D.
Bhajan Singh
Answer: _________
Question 612:
Which among the following is a musical instrument?
A.
Laman
B.
Hurka
C.
Mangal
D.
Chhopati
Answer: _________
Question 613:
Which of the following folk songs are sung among shepherds of Uttarakhand?
A.
Jaggar
B.
Laman
C.
Bajuband
D.
Chhura
Answer: _________
Question 614:
Which one of the following is not a musical instrument?
A.
Hurka
B.
Binaee
C.
Damama
D.
Phag
Answer: _________
Question 615:
Which is the first language of Uttarakhand?
A.
Hindi
B.
Sanskrit
C.
Urdu
D.
Kumauni
Answer: _________
Question 616:
Which of the languages is spoken 'Dusand people'?
A.
Hindi
B.
Mixture of Hindi and Kumauni
C.
Mixture of Kumauni and Garhwali
D.
Pahari Hindi
Answer: _________
Question 617:
Pawada songs are
A.
festive songs
B.
message songs
C.
seasonal songs
D.
heroic songs
Answer: _________
Question 618:
'Chauphula' is dance related to
A.
festival
B.
fair
C.
song
D.
dance festival and organised by local government
Answer: _________
Question 619:
Which of the folowing regions of Kumaun does not speak the Kunmauni language?
A.
East Kumaun
B.
West Kumaun
C.
Some areas of East and West Kumaun
D.
North and South Kumaun
Answer: _________
Question 620:
The Pandava dance is performed during the festival of
A.
Diwali
B.
Navratra
C.
Holi
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 621:
Kumauni and Garhwali are
A.
dialects
B.
languages
C.
sub-languages
D.
main languages
Answer: _________
Question 622:
Who among the following is the ex-officio president of Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS), Uttarakhand Branch?
A.
Governor
B.
Chief Minister
C.
Advocate General
D.
Chief Justice of High Court
Answer: _________
Question 623:
Who among the following is the chairman of the Uttarakhand Sainik Punarvas Sansthan (USPS)?
A.
Governor
B.
Advocate General
C.
Chief Minister
D.
Chief Justice of High Court
Answer: _________
Question 624:
Which among the following districts of Uttarakhand belongs to the Garhwal division?
A.
Dehradun
B.
Haridwar
C.
Both 'A' and 'B'
D.
Almora
Answer: _________
Question 625:
Who among the following is the ex-officio president of Uttarakhand State Council for Child Welfare (USCCW)?
A.
Chief Minister
B.
Governor
C.
Advocate General
D.
Chief Justice of High Court
Answer: _________
Question 626:
Who was the first Director General of Police (DGP) of Uttarakhand?
A.
B. S. Sidhu
B.
Ashok Kant Sharma
C.
J. C. Pandey
D.
Kanchan Chaudhary
Answer: _________
Question 627:
Under which Article of the Indian Constitution, the State Election Commission of Uttarakhand was Constituted?
A.
Article 240
B.
Article 243P
C.
Article 243K
D.
Article 245
Answer: _________
Question 628:
The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission was Constituted under which Article of the Indian Constitution?
A.
Article 220
B.
Article 310
C.
Article 315
D.
Article 215
Answer: _________
Question 629:
Under which Article of Indian Constitution, the Advocate General is appointed by the Governor?
A.
Article 161
B.
Article 160
C.
Article 165
D.
Article 162
Answer: _________
Question 630:
Under which Article of Indian Constitution, all the executive powers of the State Government vested with the Governor?
A.
Article 152
B.
Article 151
C.
Article 150
D.
Article 154
Answer: _________
Question 631:
The State Election Commission of Uttarakhand was Constituted on
A.
30 th July, 2000
B.
30 th July, 2001
C.
1 st July, 2001
D.
30 th July, 2003
Answer: _________
Question 632:
Consider the following statements 1. The Maiti Movement has gone long way in the protection and preservation of environment in Uttarakhand. 2. Gradually, Maiti Movement has turned into ritual and becomes common that one can even find 'Maiti' Programme prominently printed of the wedding cards. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 633:
Consider the following statements 1. Forest Department of Uttarakhand is responsible for managing the biodiversity in the state. 2. Conservation of forests including wildlife and its habitats. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 634:
Consider the following statements. 1. Uttarakhand has 6 National Parks, 7 Wildlife Sanctuaries and 2 Conservation Reserves. 2. Non-forest percentage of the state is 54.10% of the total area. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 635:
Maiti Movement was started in 1996 by
A.
Kalyan Singh Rawat
B.
Chandi Prasad Bhatt
C.
Bishni Devi
D.
Gaura Devi
Answer: _________
Question 636:
Which district of Uttarakhand has highest area under Very Dense Forest (VDF)?
A.
Haridwar
B.
Nainital
C.
Pithoragarh
D.
Dehradun
Answer: _________
Question 637:
Teak and Sal are the examples of
A.
Deciduous vegetation
B.
Evergreen vegetation
C.
Chir Pine vegetation
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 638:
Which of the following movements was extended under environmentalists Sunderlal Bahuguna and Chandi Prasad Bhatt?
A.
Chipko Movement
B.
Maiti Movement
C.
Raksha Sutra Movement
D.
Ring Flower Movement
Answer: _________
Question 639:
Which among the following districs of Uttarakhand has the highest percentage of forest cover area?
A.
Champawat
B.
Nainital
C.
Pauri Garhwal
D.
Uttarkashi
Answer: _________
Question 640:
According to Forest Survey of India Report 2015 which district of Uttarakhand has the highest area under Moderately Dense Forest (MDF)?
A.
Champawat
B.
Chamoli
C.
Pauri Garhwal
D.
Nainital
Answer: _________
Question 641:
Chipko Movement has started from the district
A.
Chamoli
B.
Almora
C.
Uttarkashi
D.
Champawat
Answer: _________
Question 642:
Tara Rawat is a famous woman player of
A.
Hockey
B.
Cricket
C.
Paragliding
D.
River rafting
Answer: _________
Question 643:
Who among the following has been awarded with Dronacharya Award in the year 2002?
A.
Himadri Dhapliyal
B.
Sunehari Shah
C.
Hansa Manrol Sharma
D.
Sushma Rana
Answer: _________
Question 644:
Which of the fo llowing persons does not hail from the sport of Hockey?
A.
Hardayal Singh
B.
Sayyed Ali
C.
R. S. Rawat
D.
Praveen Rawat
Answer: _________
Question 645:
Lalit Shah won 4 Gold medals at national level, related to which sport?
A.
Football
B.
Shooting
C.
Hockey
D.
Taekwondo
Answer: _________
Question 646:
'Veerangna Teelu Roteli Puraskar' is presented to
A.
each female of every district.
B.
one female of every district.
C.
girls who have done bravery tasks.
D.
females who contribute excellently in Teelu RoteIi Non-Governmental Organisation.
Answer: _________
Question 647:
Parimarjan Negi is a famous player of
A.
Cricket
B.
Judo
C.
Chess
D.
Wrestling
Answer: _________
Question 648:
Trilok Singh Baseda, an international footballer, belongs to which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Chamoli
B.
Pithoragarh
C.
Almora
D.
Bageshwar
Answer: _________
Question 649:
Ashok Kumar Shahi is associated with which sport?
A.
Boxing
B.
Hockey
C.
Shooting
D.
Football
Answer: _________
Question 650:
Madhumita Bisht is awarded with Padamshree in 2006. She is a player of
A.
Basketball
B.
Badminton
C.
Handball
D.
Chess
Answer: _________
Question 651:
Which of the following places is famous for skiing?
A.
Auli
B.
Kathgodam
C.
Haldwani
D.
Devpur
Answer: _________
Question 652:
At the time of formation, the State of Uttaranchal was given the following status by the 'Eleventh Finance Commission'.
A.
Poor hill State
B.
Undeveloped State
C.
Special category Stab
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 653:
The commission constituted by the state government to select the place for permanent capital of the State of Uttarakhand is -
A.
Pant Commission
B.
Liberhan Commission
C.
Dixit Commission
D.
Banerjee Commission
Answer: _________
Question 654:
Who was the first Chief Minister of Uttarakhand ?
A.
Narain Dutt Tiwari
B.
Nityanand Swami
C.
Bhagat Singh Khoshiari
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 655:
Brahma Kamal is naturally found in -
A.
Kaziranga forests
B.
Nilgiri Forests
C.
Silent Valley
D.
Valley of Flowers
Answer: _________
Question 656:
Which political party had the government in the centre at the time of formation of the state of Uttarakhand?
A.
Janta Dal
B.
National Democratic Alliance
C.
United Progressive Alliance
D.
Communist Party of India
Answer: _________
Question 657:
Which, among the following, is not a district of the Garhwal division of Uttarakhand ?
A.
Haridwar
B.
Uttar Kashi
C.
Rudra Prayag
D.
Champawat
Answer: _________
Question 658:
Which of the following birds is the State bird of Uttaranchal?
A.
Godavasan
B.
Quail
C.
Monal
D.
Pigeon
Answer: _________
Question 659:
Who was the first Chairman of 'Uttarakhand Kranti DaI'?
A.
D. D. Pant
B.
Badri Dutt Pande
C.
Diwakar Bhatt
D.
Mathura Prasad Bamrada
Answer: _________
Question 660:
The pet food of state bizrd- Monal is :
A.
Corn
B.
Wheat
C.
Potato
D.
Groundnut
Answer: _________
Question 661:
In Uttaranchal, a Gram Sabha is constituted by -
A.
Commissioner of the division
B.
Magistrate of District
C.
Zila Panchayat
D.
State Government
Answer: _________
Question 662:
Gangotri glacier is situated in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Pithoragarh
B.
Uttarkashi
C.
Chamoli
D.
Bageshwar
Answer: _________
Question 663:
The longest glacier in Uttarakhand is
A.
Pindari glacier
B.
Chaurabari glacier
C.
Yamunotri glacier
D.
Gangotri glacier
Answer: _________
Question 664:
Consider the following statements the Lesser Himalayas zone 1. It is sandwiched between the Greater Himalayas and the sub-Himalayas 2. The average relief of ridges ranges between 2500-2700 mt. 3. The average relief of valleyes ranges between 500-1200 mt. Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 665:
Consider the following statements 1. The river Hom Gadhera originates from Barmal glacier. 2. Barmal glacier is situated in the North-Western part of Chamoli district and is surrounded by high
peaks. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: _________
Question 666:
Consider the following statements 1. Satopanth glacier is a transverse glacier which is located in the South-West of the Bhagirathi-Kharak glacier. 2. The Nilkanth peak is situated in the South-East of this glacier. Which of the statements given above is/are corect?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: _________
Question 667:
Consider the follouwing statements 1. River Mandakini originates from Chaurabari glacier. 2. Chaurabari, 14 km long glacier expands in winter due to heavy snowfall. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: _________
Question 668:
Consider the follouwing statements 1. Raikana glacier is situated on the slope of the main Himalayas in the Garhwal region. 2. River Kamet originates from this glacier and ultimately joins the Alaknanda river system. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: _________
Question 669:
Censider the following statements 1. Soils of Terai region are rich in nitrogen and organic matter but are deficient in phosphate. 2. Humid climate, marshy land and fertile soil are main features of the Terai region. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: _________
Question 670:
Which among the following passes is located within the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve and lies at the Eastern terminus of Zaskar mountain range?
A.
Nama pass
B.
Thaga La pass
C.
Mana pass
D.
Muling pass
Answer: _________
Question 671:
Which of the following passes does not lie in Uttarkashi district?
A.
Muling La
B.
Tsang Choke La
C.
Thaga La
D.
Nama La
Answer: _________
Question 672:
During freedom struggle, Gandhiji stayed at which place of Uttarakhand?
A.
Nainital
B.
Almora
C.
Kausani
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 673:
Which among the following lakes is known as 'Mysterious Lake'?
A.
Naini lake
B.
Sat tal
C.
Roopkund
D.
Milan
Answer: _________
Question 674:
Which place of Uttarakhand is also called 'The Queen of the Hills'?
A.
Mussoorie
B.
Ranikhet
C.
Nainital
D.
Lansdowne
Answer: _________
Question 675:
Badrinath temple is situated on the right bank of which river?
A.
Mandakini
B.
Yamuna
C.
Bhagirathi
D.
Alaknanda
Answer: _________
Question 676:
Hat-Kalika, the famous temple, is dedicated to
A.
Lord Shiva
B.
Goddess Durga
C.
Goddess Kali
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 677:
Kedarnath is famous temple of
A.
Lord Shiva
B.
Ganesh
C.
Lord Vishnu
D.
Tridev
Answer: _________
Question 678:
The Confluence of Rudraprayag is named after
A.
Lord Shiva
B.
Lord Krishna
C.
God Ganesha
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 679:
Which of the following is a three-cornered lake with a circumference of about 1 km?
A.
Kuari Pass
B.
Auli
C.
Satopanth
D.
Joshimath
Answer: _________
Question 680:
Which of the following is the world's highest shrine?
A.
Joshimath
B.
Gangotri
C.
Hemkund
D.
Yamunotri
Answer: _________
Question 681:
Which of the following statements regarding Char Dham Yatra is not correct?
A.
Hindus from all part of the world visit this state.
B.
Four religious temples are located inside the state.
C.
These are Gangotri, Yamunotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath.
D.
Char Dham Yatra is not included in the Uttarakhand tourist destinations.
Answer: _________
Question 682:
Which of the following National Parks has the largest population of elephants in Uttarakhand?
A.
Gangotri National Park
B.
Rajaji National Park
C.
Nanda Devi National Park
D.
Govind National Park
Answer: _________
Question 683:
Hailey National park was the old name of which of the following park?
A.
Gangotri National Park
B.
Rajaji National Park
C.
Jim Corbett National Park
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 684:
Which of the following rivers through Valley of Flowers?
A.
Ganga
B.
Pushpawati
C.
Mandakini
D.
Alaknanda
Answer: _________
Question 685:
Rajaji National Park is spread over in _______ district/districts.
A.
Dehradun
B.
Pauri
C.
Haridwar
D.
All of these
Answer: _________
Question 686:
The valley of flowers was discovered by which of the following?
A.
David Hare
B.
Lord Lansdown
C.
Frank and Smith
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 687:
Which of the following parks is a World Heritage Site?
A.
Corbett National Park
B.
Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve
C.
Gangotri National Park
D.
Rajaji National Park
Answer: _________
Question 688:
Gangotri National Park is located in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Chamoli
B.
Uttarkashi
C.
Rudraprayag
D.
Bageshwar
Answer: _________
Question 689:
Govind National Park is situated in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Chamoli
B.
Uttarkashi
C.
Champawat
D.
Bageshwar
Answer: _________
Question 690:
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Chamoli
B.
Dehradun
C.
Uttarkashi
D.
Almora
Answer: _________
Question 691:
Which of the following wildlife sanctuary is located on top of the Jhandi Dhar hills?
A.
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary
B.
Binog Wildlife Sanctuary
C.
Askot Wildlife Sanctuary
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 692:
The Kingdom of 'Chandpurgarh' was situated in
A.
Pauri Garhwal
B.
Pithoragarh
C.
Chamoli
D.
Almora
Answer: _________
Question 693:
The famous rock-painting site of 'Lakhudiyar' in Uttaranchal is situated in the district -
A.
Pauri
B.
Almora
C.
Chamoli
D.
Nainital
Answer: _________
Question 694:
Who among the following passed away on 25 July 1944 after a hunger strike of eighty four days?
A.
Nagendra Saklani
B.
Molu Ram
C.
Ansuya Prasad Bahuguna
D.
Shri Deo Suman
Answer: _________
Question 695:
Name the Mughal Prince who took shelter in Srinagar Garhwal.
A.
Murad
B.
Aurangzeb
C.
Dara Shikoh
D.
Sulaiman Shikoh
Answer: _________
Question 696:
Who was known as 'Garh Keshari' -
A.
Mukandi Lal
B.
Ansuiya Prasad Bahuguna
C.
Bhairav Datt Dhuliya
D.
Jodh Singh Negi
Answer: _________
Question 697:
Garhwal Sarvadalita Parishad was constituted in 1928 A.D. by -
A.
Mohan Singh Mehta
B.
Badri Dutt Pande
C.
Jayananda Bharti
D.
Hargovind Pant
Answer: _________
Question 698:
The person known as Gandhi of Uttarakhand was :
A.
Late Hari Prasad Tamta
B.
Late Indra Mani Badoni
C.
Late Govind Bailabh Pant
D.
Late Gauri Dutt Pandey
Answer: _________
Question 699:
The Pauranik name of Kumaon was -
A.
Kedar Khand
B.
Reva Khand
C.
Hemwat Khand
D.
Manas Khand
Answer: _________
Question 700:
During the freedom movement in Uttarakhand 'Praja Mandai' was formed in -
A.
Kali Kumaon
B.
British Garhwal
C.
Tehri State
D.
Almora
Answer: _________
Question 701:
Who was Shiv Prasad Dabral ?
A.
Historian
B.
Journalist
C.
Social reformer
D.
Ruler
Answer: _________
Question 702:
Which of the following Bugyals is situated in Uttarkashi district?
A.
Bedini and Dayara
B.
Bugzi
C.
Dayara
D.
Bedini
Answer: _________
Question 703:
Askot Wildlife Sanctuary is situated at
A.
Almora
B.
Chamoli
C.
Uttarkashi
D.
Pithoragarh
Answer: _________
Question 704:
Match the following List-I (National Park) List-II (District) a. Corbett National Park 1. Uttarkashi b. Nanda devi National Park 2. Dehradun c. Rajaji National Park 3. Chamoli d. Govind National Park 4. Nainital
A.
a-1, b-3, c-2, d-4
B.
a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
C.
a-4, b-2, c-1, d-3
D.
a-2, b-4, c-3, d-1
Answer: _________
Question 705:
Match the following List-I List-II a. Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary 1. Almora b. Askot Wildlife Sanctuary 2. Pauri Garhwal c. Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary 3. Pithoragarh d. Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary 4. Chamoli
A.
a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4
B.
a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
C.
a-3, b-4, c-1, d-2
D.
a-4, b-2, c-3, d-1
Answer: _________
Question 706:
Arrange the National Park interms of establishing year. 1. Govind National Park 2. Corbett National Park 3. Gangotri National Park 4. Rajaji National Park
A.
3, 1, 2, 4
B.
2, 4, 3, 1
C.
2, 1, 4, 3
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 707:
Consider the following statements 1. Rajaji National Park was established in 1983. 2. It is spread in 820 sq km. 3. The park is named after Shri C. Rajagopalachari. 4. The Ganges flows through the park for a distance of 24 km and mainly home to the Asian elephant. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A.
1, 2 and 4
B.
1 and 4
C.
2, 3 and 4
D.
All of these
Answer: _________
Question 708:
When was 'Valley of Flowers' declared a National Park?
A.
1982
B.
1900
C.
1981
D.
1985
Answer: _________
Question 709:
Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary was established in the year
A.
1960
B.
1972
C.
1970
D.
1962
Answer: _________
Question 710:
Jim Corbett National Park was established in the year
A.
1930
B.
1936
C.
1932
D.
1926
Answer: _________
Question 711:
The Pushpawati Valley was discovered by Col. Edmund Smyth in the year
A.
1862
B.
1865
C.
1888
D.
1890
Answer: _________
Question 712:
The valley of flowers is in -
A.
Himachal Pradesh
B.
Jammu and Kashmir
C.
Sikkim
D.
Uttaranchal
Answer: _________
Question 713:
The name of the place 165 kilometre away from District Pithoragarh, where woollen goods, shawl, carpets, pankhi, pashmina dushale, herbs, etc., are found is named as :
A.
Gwal- dam
B.
Joshimath
C.
Munsyari
D.
Mana
Answer: _________
Question 714:
What is the historical name of Uttarkashi?
A.
Govishan
B.
Gangadwar
C.
Brahmpur
D.
Barahat
Answer: _________
Question 715:
The name of the person popularly known as 'Tree Man' of Uttaranchal is -
A.
Govind Ballabh Pant
B.
Sunder Lal Bahuguna
C.
Chandi Prasad Bhat
D.
Visheshwar Dutt Saklani
Answer: _________
Question 716:
Which of the following natural disasters may be the most devastating effect in Uttarakhand ?
A.
Earthquake
B.
Landslide
C.
Avalanche
D.
Flood
Answer: _________
Question 717:
The most recurring natural hazard in Uttarakhand is
A.
Earthquake
B.
Landslide
C.
Flood
D.
Drought
Answer: _________
Question 718:
Which State University of Uttarakhand has been granted the status of Central University ?
A.
Doon University
B.
Kumaun University
C.
H. N. B. Garhwal University
D.
G. B. Pant Agriculture University
Answer: _________
Question 719:
The Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration is located in -
A.
Delhi
B.
Nainital
C.
Mussoorie
D.
Hyderabad
Answer: _________
Question 720:
From which district of Uttarakhand State Chipko Movement' organised?
A.
Chamoli
B.
Uttarkashi
C.
Tehri Garhwal
D.
Pauri-Garhwal
Answer: _________
Question 721:
The first Woman Director General of Police of Uttarakhand was -
A.
C. C. Bhattacharya
B.
Kaushal C. Bhattacharya
C.
Kanchan C. Bhattacharya
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 722:
Uttarakhand Transport Corporation (UTC) provides services on nationalised routes as well as on interstate routes. UTC has started working on
A.
31 st October, 2003
B.
31 st October, 2004
C.
31 st October, 2005
D.
31 st October, 2006
Answer: _________
Question 723:
Which of the following is the longest National Highway of Uttarakhand?
A.
74
B.
58
C.
109
D.
14
Answer: _________
Question 724:
Gangotri lies on National Highway
A.
58
B.
125
C.
119
D.
108
Answer: _________
Question 725:
How many National Highways are there in Uttarakhand state?
A.
10
B.
11
C.
14
D.
12
Answer: _________
Question 726:
Harsil, Belchi and Merino are
A.
wool varieties
B.
grass varieties
C.
silk varieties
D.
dairy buffalo biced
Answer: _________
Question 727:
Integrated Industrial Estate is located in which city of Uttarakhand?
A.
Sitarganj
B.
Haridwar
C.
Rishikesh
D.
Both 'A' and 'B'
Answer: _________
Question 728:
Which of the following is an apex body of small and medium scale industries of Uttarakhand?
A.
SIDCUL
B.
ICICI
C.
Industries Association of Uttarakhand
D.
Special Economic Zone of Uttarakhand
Answer: _________
Question 729:
Kitcha and Kashipur have more penetration of which industry?
A.
Rice mills
B.
Coal industry
C.
Cement industry
D.
Sugar industry
Answer: _________
Question 730:
Sigaddi Growth Centre is located in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Pauri Garhwal
B.
Tehri Garhwal
C.
Chamoli
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 731:
Consider the following statements 1. Uttarakhand is the first state in the country to have created a Tourism Development Board by legislation as well. 2. Almost, all the states of India have created a Tourism Development Board by legislation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 732:
Which one of the following is not the policy matter of New Industrial Policy of Uttarakhand?
A.
No subsidy to new industries.
B.
2% rebate of interest at the loan of 2 lakh.
C.
Rehabilitation of handic rafts handloom industries.
D.
To exempt from tax upto five years.
Answer: _________
Question 733:
Where is the oldest cotton mill of the state located?
A.
Nainital
B.
Dehradun
C.
Kashipur
D.
Almora
Answer: _________
Question 734:
Cement factories in Uttarakhand are located in
A.
Nainital
B.
Haridwar
C.
Almora
D.
Dehradun
Answer: _________
Question 735:
Where is Asia's largest paper industry located?
A.
Lalkuan
B.
Kathgodam
C.
Almora
D.
Kashipur
Answer: _________
Question 736:
IT Park is located in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Haridwar
B.
Dehradun
C.
Chamoli
D.
Tehri Garhwal
Answer: _________
Question 737:
Pharma City-Selaqui Industrial Area is located in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Haridwar
B.
Pithoragarh
C.
Dehradun
D.
Chamoli
Answer: _________
Question 738:
Sharqi and Badai terms are used for people engaged in
A.
floriculture
B.
agriculture
C.
food processing industries
D.
leather industry
Answer: _________
Question 739:
All the machinery and technology, which are used in Floriculture Project at Chaffi, have been imported from which country?
A.
England
B.
Netherlands
C.
Germany
D.
USA
Answer: _________
Question 740:
Cotton mills are located in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Dehradun
B.
Udham Singh Nagar
C.
Nainital
D.
All of the above
Answer: _________
Question 741:
Lohaghat is famous for which type of industry?
A.
Coal industry
B.
Leather industry
C.
Wool industry
D.
Handic rafts
Answer: _________
Question 742:
Name the only personality from Uttarakhand who was conferred the 'Bharat Ratna'
A.
Bhimsen Joshi
B.
Govind Ballabh Pant
C.
General B. C. Joshi
D.
H. N. Bahuguna
Answer: _________
Question 743:
Which is the second State language of Uttarakhand -
A.
Urdu
B.
Sanskrit
C.
English
D.
Punjabi
Answer: _________
Question 744:
Which of the following statements related to Tehri is not correct?
A.
The state of Tehri was included in Indian republic in 1949.
B.
Tehri dam project was proposed in 1972.
C.
Tehri dam has gobbled up Bhagirathi river.
D.
After its merge, the region was separated to form a division.
Answer: _________
Question 745:
When was Joshimath-Auli Rope-way started?
A.
September, 1992
B.
September, 1993
C.
October, 1993
D.
November, 1994
Answer: _________
Question 746:
Which of the following airport of Uttarakhand is most operational?
A.
Pantnagar
B.
Gauchar
C.
Jolly Grant
D.
Bharkot
Answer: _________
Question 747:
World Heritage site in Uttarakhand is -
A.
Munsiyari
B.
Valley of Flowers
C.
Mansa Devi
D.
Badrinath
Answer: _________
Question 748:
Who among the following was the Lady Governor of Uttarakhand?
A.
Ms. Kamla Beniwal
B.
Ms. Mridula Sinha
C.
Ms. Margret Alva
D.
Ms. Sheila Dikshit
Answer: _________
Question 749:
Name the only player originally from Uttarakhand to have played Test Cricket.
A.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni
B.
Sunil Joshi
C.
Raghuram Bhat
D.
Amit Bhandari
Answer: _________
Question 750:
In which language, Uttarakhand's 'Jagwal' film is produced?
A.
Kumaoni
B.
Garhwali
C.
Hindi
D.
Jaunsari
Answer: _________
Question 751:
Which of the following earthquake was highest in magnitude?
A.
Kapkote 1958
B.
Dharchula 1980
C.
Chamoli 1999
D.
Uttarkashi 1991
Answer: _________
Question 752:
The world famous Ardh Kumbh fair is held in the district of
A.
Haridwar
B.
Dehradun
C.
Pauri Garhwal
D.
Uttarkashi
Answer: _________
Question 753:
Laxman temple is located in the district of
A.
Haridwar
B.
Chamoli
C.
Rudraprayag
D.
Dehradun
Answer: _________
Question 754:
The mainly found minerals in Chamoli are iron, silver and
A.
Dolomite
B.
Graphite
C.
Megnesite
D.
Uttarkashi
Answer: _________
Question 755:
Indian Military Academy is located in
A.
Dehradun
B.
Pithoragarh
C.
Bageshwar
D.
Champawat
Answer: _________
Question 756:
Shahid Veer Kesari fair is held in the district of
A.
Dehradun
B.
Chamoli
C.
Haridwar
D.
Bageshwar
Answer: _________
Question 757:
Annapurna temple is located in the district of
A.
Bageshwar
B.
Uttarkashi
C.
Haridwar
D.
Dehradun
Answer: _________
Question 758:
Oil and Natural Gas Institute is located at
A.
Bageshwar
B.
Dehradun
C.
Haridwar
D.
Champawat
Answer: _________
Question 759:
Nanda Devi Fair is held in which of the following districts?
A.
Almora
B.
Nainital
C.
Haridwar
D.
Uttarkashi
Answer: _________
Question 760:
Who was the first Advocate General of Uttarakhand?
A.
Vishveshwar Dutt Saklani
B.
Chandi Prasad Bhatt
C.
Kamla Prasad
D.
Meharbaan Singh Negi
Answer: _________
Question 761:
Who was the first Chief Secretary?
A.
Subhash Kumar
B.
N. Ravishankar
C.
Ajay Vikram Singh
D.
Rakesh Verma
Answer: _________
Question 762:
The famous historical site of 'Govishan' in Uttaranchal is identified in -
A.
Haridwar
B.
Kashipur
C.
Rudraprayag
D.
Shri Nagar
Answer: _________
Question 763:
Who was known as 'Nak-Kati-Rani' in the history of Garhwal?
A.
Guleria Rani
B.
Karnavati Rani
C.
Nepalia Rani
D.
Kamlendumati Rani
Answer: _________
Question 764:
Who was instrumental in the establishment of Gandhi Ashram at Chanouda (Almora) in 1937 for the propagation of Khadi ?
A.
Govind Ballabh Pant
B.
Mohan Joshi
C.
Shanti Lal Trivedi
D.
Hargovind Pant
Answer: _________
Question 765:
Who is known as 'Koormanchal Keshri' ?
A.
Govind Ballabh Pant
B.
Hargovind Pant
C.
Badridutt Pandey
D.
Indra Singh Nayal
Answer: _________
Question 766:
Who was the first Commissioner of Kumaon?
A.
E. Gardner
B.
Sir Henry Ramsay
C.
G. W. Trail
D.
J. H. Batten
Answer: _________
Question 767:
In Uttaranchal a place of remote antiquity and the principal seat of 'Katyuri' kings is
A.
Dunagiri
B.
Bageshwar
C.
Dwarahat
D.
Jageshwar
Answer: _________
Question 768:
An Ashokan edict is located in Uttaranchal at -
A.
Dev Prayag
B.
Kalsi
C.
Kedarnath
D.
Rishikesh
Answer: _________
Question 769:
What was the name of the great leader of Uttaranchal who died as a consequence of the hunger strike started by him in jail in 1942 ?
A.
Daulat Ram
B.
Narendra Dutt Saklani
C.
Deo Suman
D.
Manvendra
Answer: _________
Question 770:
Srideo Suman fought against -
A.
Colonial rule of Britishers
B.
The Dynastic rule in Tehri Estate
C.
Gorkha Invasion
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 771:
What was the real name of 'Chandra Singh Garhwali'?
A.
Chandra Singh Negi
B.
Chandra Singh Bhandari
C.
Chandra Singh Kandari
D.
Chandra Singh Bisht
Answer: _________
Question 772:
The regions of Pauri Garhwal and Dehradun were given to the Britishers in return of their help during the Gurkha invasion in which century?
A.
16 th
B.
18 th
C.
17 th
D.
19 th
Answer: _________
Question 773:
In which year, the Battle of Gwaldam was fought between Garhwal Army and Chand king (Kumaun) Army?
A.
1691
B.
1591
C.
1491
D.
1391
Answer: _________
Question 774:
In which year, Balbhadra Shah defeated the king of Kumaun?
A.
1691
B.
1591
C.
1491
D.
1391
Answer: _________
Question 775:
In which year, King Ajay Pal took over the reign of Chandpurgarh?
A.
1350
B.
1356
C.
1360
D.
1493
Answer: _________
Question 776:
The Taleshwar copper plates of Paurava kings depict the name of how many rulers?
A.
3
B.
4
C.
5
D.
6
Answer: _________
Question 777:
Which city of Uttarakhand played a vital role in order to break the salt law during Civil Disobedience Movement?
A.
Ubhara Chamana
B.
Pauri
C.
Kotdwar
D.
Srinagar
Answer: _________
Question 778:
Who was the founder of an organisation 'Krantiveer' in 1857?
A.
Sri Dev Suman
B.
Harshadev Auli
C.
Kalu Mahara
D.
Dev Singh Danu
Answer: _________
Question 779:
The revolt of Rawain is related to
A.
social rights
B.
forest rights
C.
women rights
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 780:
Which of the following rivers has special relevance in ending up Coolie Begar?
A.
Sarayu
B.
Sharda
C.
Ganga
D.
Alaknanda
Answer: _________
Question 781:
Consider the following statements about Badri Dutt Pandey. 1. He was also called as Kurnaun Kesari. 2. He was the first M. P. from Alrnora. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 782:
According to Census 2011, what is the rate of growth of population of Uttarakhand?
A.
20.10%
B.
18.81%
C.
21.10%
D.
16.17%
Answer: _________
Question 783:
According to Census 2011, the population of Uttarakhand is how many per cent of Indian population?
A.
1.20%
B.
0.52%
C.
0.83%
D.
0.35%
Answer: _________
Question 784:
Scheduled Caste population of Uttarakhand is how many percent of India's Scheduled Caste population?
A.
0.56%
B.
0.93%
C.
0.45%
D.
1.50%
Answer: _________
Question 785:
As per Census 2011, the child popuiation of Uttarakhand is how many percent of India's child population?
A.
0.55%
B.
0.75%
C.
0.82%
D.
1.20%
Answer: _________
Question 786:
'Gurukul Kangri Vidyalaya' is established by
A.
Swami Shraddhanand
B.
Ramdev
C.
Dayanand Saraswati
D.
Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna
Answer: _________
Question 787:
Which university has the country's only IIT Water Resources Development Training Centre?
A.
Roorkee
B.
Gurukul Kangri
C.
Kumaun University
D.
Garhwal University
Answer: _________
Question 788:
Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Male literacy rate of Uttarakhand is 87.4%. 2. Female literacy rate of Uttarakhand is 70.00%.
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: _________
Question 789:
Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University is located in
A.
Kathgodam
B.
Srinagar
C.
Haldwani
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 790:
Where is the first Agricultural Universiy established?
A.
Haridwar
B.
Pantnagar
C.
Kumaun
D.
Srinagar
Answer: _________
Question 791:
Where is Himgiri University situated?
A.
Haridwar
B.
Nainital
C.
Dehradun
D.
Almora
Answer: _________
Question 792:
Assertion: (A) The structure of the Minor Irrigation Department has been strengthened in Uttarakhand state. Reason: (R) Almost 80% area under irrigation is covered by the small irrigation resources.
A.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
B.
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C.
A is true, but R is false.
D.
Both are incorrect.
Answer: _________
Question 793:
Assertion: (A) The Gad is a wasteIand, which is not used for any purpose. Reason: (R) Boulder beds and sandy banks are the sub-prominent featurs along the Gad.
A.
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
B.
Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
C.
(A) is true (R) is false.
D.
Both are not correct.
Answer: _________
Question 794:
Assertion: (A) The low lying areas in the valleys of Uttarakhand are dominated by net rice cultivation and have compact settlements, whereas the surrounding low hills of the valleys are occupied by reserved forests with scattered settlements. Reason: (R) in a mountainous terrain, land use has been closely associated with type of land forms.
A.
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
B.
Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
C.
(A) is true (R) is false.
D.
Both (A) and (R) are not true.
Answer: _________
Question 795:
Munga and Kaya silk produced in Uttarakhand have been considered equivalent in quality with the Koya of
A.
Assam
B.
Manipur
C.
Meghalaya
D.
Tripura
Answer: _________
Question 796:
Jhangora and Mandua are varieties of
A.
apple
B.
millets
C.
wheat
D.
rice
Answer: _________
Question 797:
Which of the following districts are sugarcane producing districts of Uttarakhand?
A.
Almora and Chamoli
B.
Nainital and Dehradun
C.
Rudraprayag and Dehradun
D.
Nainital and Chamoli
Answer: _________
Question 798:
Which of the following districts stands on top in fruit production.
A.
Almora
B.
Nainital
C.
Pithoragarh
D.
Rudraprayag
Answer: _________
Question 799:
Match the following List-I List-II a. Gad 1. Low lying flat patches b. Baggar 2. Levelled, bunded and irrigated land c. Sera 3. Prominent Course of the river d. Talaon 4. River terraces found at low river valleys
A.
a-3, b-1, c-4, d-2
B.
a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4
C.
a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
D.
a-1, b-2, c-4, d-3
Answer: _________
Question 800:
The Net Sown Area (NSA) of Uttarakhand is
A.
7,14,189 hectares
B.
1,98,524 hectares
C.
5,12,189 hectares
D.
1,76,008 hectares
Answer: _________
Question 801:
The Centrally Sponsored Scheme National Mission on Micro Irrigation (NMMI) was launched in
A.
2011-12
B.
2012-13
C.
2014-15
D.
2015-16
Answer: _________
Question 802:
Pindar river rises from the Pindari glacier. Pindari glacier is in
A.
Tehri Garhwal region
B.
Uttarkashi district
C.
Haridwar district
D.
Almora district
Answer: _________
Question 803:
Which of the following lake is known as valley of flowers
A.
Roop Kund
B.
Vasuki Tal
C.
Govind Ghat
D.
Dodi Tal
Answer: _________
Question 804:
Nainital lake is also known as
A.
Rishi Sarovar
B.
Shyam Tal
C.
Gandhi Sarovar
D.
Giri Tal
Answer: _________
Question 805:
Nachiketa tal is situated in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Pithoragarh
B.
Haridwar
C.
Utarkashi
D.
Chamoli
Answer: _________
Question 806:
At Vishnuprayag, Alaknanda meets
A.
Pindar
B.
Dhauliganga
C.
Nandakini
D.
Mandakini
Answer: _________
Question 807:
Consider the follouwing statements 1. Kagbhusandi Tal is a glacial fed lake. 2. This lake is surrounded by the snow clad peaks of main Himalayas. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 808:
Dhauliganga is originated from
A.
Niti (Kuling)
B.
Nandprayag
C.
Vishnuprayag
D.
Devtal
Answer: _________
Question 809:
Corbett fall is situated in
A.
Nainital
B.
Almora
C.
Mussoorie
D.
Devprayag
Answer: _________
Question 810:
Which one of the following is known as mystery lake of Uttarakhand?
A.
Nainital
B.
Sat Tal
C.
Roop Kund
D.
Naukuchia Tal
Answer: _________
Question 811:
To which tribe of Uttarakhand does the 'Jad' belong?
A.
Bhotia
B.
Boxa
C.
Jaunsari
D.
Banraut
Answer: _________
Question 812:
Which of the following is found in large number in the district of Dehradun ?
A.
Bhotia
B.
Buksa
C.
Jaunsarie
D.
Tharu
Answer: _________
Question 813:
Where is 'Mauna-fair' held ?
A.
Uttarkashi
B.
Palipachau, Jaunsar, Rawai
C.
Chamoli
D.
Ranikhet
Answer: _________
Question 814:
In which of the following State 'Nanda Devi festival' is celebrated?
A.
Uttarakhand
B.
Manipur
C.
Rajasthan
D.
Bihar
Answer: _________
Question 815:
The temple of Katarmal is related to especially which deity?
A.
Shiva
B.
Sun
C.
Ganesh
D.
Kartikeya
Answer: _________
Question 816:
The winter abode of Kedarnath is -
A.
Rudra Prayag
B.
Gupta-Kashi
C.
Gopeshwar
D.
Ukhi-math
Answer: _________
Question 817:
Jhal, Vinnai, Damama, Muryo are -
A.
Rivers of Arunachal
B.
Mountain peaks of Ladakh
C.
Musical instruments of Kumaon
D.
Temples of Garhwal
Answer: _________
Question 818:
The famous Sun Temple of Uttarakhand is situated at -
A.
Purnagiri - Tanakpur
B.
Katarmal - Almora
C.
Gangotri - Uttarkashi
D.
Bhawali - Nainital
Answer: _________
Question 819:
'HARELA' festival of Uttarakhand is related to
A.
Plantation
B.
Folk Dance
C.
Animal Husbandry
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 820:
Golu Devata Temple is located in the district of -
A.
Pithoragarh
B.
Almora
C.
Bageshwar
D.
Nainital
Answer: _________
Question 821:
Himalayan Highway is 659 km long road of double lane connects which two places?
A.
Tinni (Dehradun) and Lohaghat
B.
Kumaun division and Garhwal
C.
Kumaun and Lohaghat
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 822:
Which of the followving railway station was the first station of the state to be awarded by ISO in 2003.
A.
Tanakpur Railway Station
B.
Dehradun Railway Station
C.
Haldwani Railway Station
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 823:
National Highway 125 connects Tanakpur with
A.
Srinagar
B.
Pithoragarh
C.
Sitarganj
D.
Badwala
Answer: _________
Question 824:
Gauchar Airport is located in
A.
Rudraprayag
B.
Chamoli
C.
Uttarkashi
D.
Dehradun
Answer: _________
Question 825:
The State Government maintains the State Highways through the
A.
Public Works Department
B.
District Collector's Office
C.
Highway Authority
D.
Nodal Officer for Highways
Answer: _________
Question 826:
Consider the following statements 1. Uttarakhand Transport Corporation (UTC) was formed in 1999. 2. It is one of the largest transport corporations in India. Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: _________
Question 827:
Consider the following statements 1. All the district headquarters, principal cities and almost all religious places of Uttarakhand are connected with metalled rods. 2. Around 40% of the area of Uttarakhand lacks road transport network. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 828:
Consider the following statements. 1. National Highway is 2149 km. 2. Border Road organisation maintains 773.24 km. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 829:
Consider the follovwing statements 1. The transport department was constituted in 1945 under the provisions of section 133A of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1939. 2. It was headed by the transport commissioner Uttar Pradesh when Uttarakhand was a part of Uttar Pradesh. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 830:
Consider the following statements 1. Garhwal division of Uttarakhand has more road length when compared to Kumaun division. 2. Himachal Pradesh is better connected than Uttarakhand by roads. Which one of the given above statements is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: _________
Question 831:
Consider the following statements 1. Jauljibi fair is held on the auspicious day of Makar Sankranti. 2. Thal fair is held on the day of Vaishakh Sankranti in Thal village grounds. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: _________
Question 832:
Consider the following statements 1. The three week long Nanda Devi Raj Jat is one of the world famous festivals of Uttarakhand. 2. In Chamoli, Nanda Devi Raj Jat is organised once in 12 years. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: _________
Question 833:
Geometrical posters or Designs are pasted on the doors during
A.
Makar Sankranti Festival
B.
Shivratri
C.
Ardha Kumbha
D.
Ganga Dusshera
Answer: _________
Question 834:
Devidhura fair is held at
A.
Khatu Shyam temple
B.
Badri Vishal temple
C.
Varahi Devi temple
D.
Har ki Pauri
Answer: _________
Question 835:
The Jauljibi fair is held at the convergence point of river
A.
Kali and Bhagirathi
B.
Kali and Gori
C.
Kali and Alaknanda
D.
Alaknanda and Bhagirathi
Answer: _________
Question 836:
Which among the following festivals is celebrated by married women for the well being of their spouses?
A.
Janopunyu
B.
Hariyala
C.
Bat Savitri
D.
Kandali
Answer: _________
Question 837:
On the occasion of which festival, young girls put the first flowers of the season on the entrance or threshold of every house in the village, for good luck throughout the year?
A.
Hilljatra
B.
Kandali
C.
Phool Dei
D.
Khatarua
Answer: _________
Question 838:
Which among the following festivals is celebrated on the Shukla Dasami of the Jyeshtha (May-June)?
A.
Hariyala
B.
Ganga Dusshera
C.
Bat Savitri
D.
Kandali
Answer: _________
Question 839:
Which among the following festivals is an inportant Kumauni festival where women fill baskets with soil and sow seven types of grain in them?
A.
Harela
B.
Bhitauli
C.
Both 'A' and 'B'
D.
Makar Sankranti
Answer: _________
Question 840:
Ardh Kumbh mela is held every
A.
Five years
B.
Six years
C.
Three years
D.
Seven years
Answer: _________
Question 841:
The habits and customs of Buksa are closely related to the Tharus. They belong to which of the following races?
A.
Negroids
B.
Australoid
C.
Mongoloid
D.
Nordic
Answer: _________
Question 842:
Which among the following districts of Uttarakhand has the lowest percentage of Scheduled Caste population?
A.
Nainital
B.
Almora
C.
Dehradun
D.
Chamoli
Answer: _________
Question 843:
According to Census 2011, which district of Uttarakhand has the lowest Scheduled Caste sex ratio?
A.
Nainital
B.
Chamoli
C.
Dehradun
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 844:
Tharu tribes of Uttarakhand practise badla marriage. Badla marriage is type of
A.
Marriage by purchage
B.
Marriage by revenge
C.
Marriage by capture
D.
Marriage by exchange
Answer: _________
Question 845:
Which people of Jaunsar are mainly the resident of Chakrata and Kalsi blocks of Dehradun district?
A.
Jaunsas and Bhabar
B.
Koltas and Khasas
C.
Tean and Tiki
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 846:
Which among the following Scheduled Tribe communities of Uttarakhand has the highest population?
A.
Jaunsari
B.
Tharu
C.
Bhatia
D.
Raji
Answer: _________
Question 847:
Which of the following districts has the highest population of Scheduled Caste?
A.
Haridwar
B.
Dehradun
C.
Udham Singh Nagar
D.
Pithoragarh
Answer: _________
Question 848:
The members of the Commission for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe are recommended by
A.
Governor
B.
Panel
C.
Chief Minister
D.
Adhoc Committee constituted by Chief Minister
Answer: _________
Question 849:
According to Census 2011, which district of Uttarakhand has the highest Scheduled Caste literacy rate?
A.
Chamoli
B.
Pauri Garhwal
C.
Haridwar
D.
Nainital
Answer: _________
Question 850:
Which among the following Scheduled Caste communities of Uttarakhand has the highest population?
A.
Chamar
B.
Balmiki
C.
Kori
D.
Shilpkar
Answer: _________
Question 851:
Where is Har Ki Pauri situated in Uttarakhand?
A.
Badrinath
B.
Rishikesh
C.
Haridwar
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 852:
Which of the following is known as winter home of Shri Badrinath?
A.
Auli
B.
Nainital
C.
Almora
D.
Joshimath
Answer: _________
Question 853:
Match the following List-I (Temple) List-II (Place) a. Kedarnath 1. Rudraprayag b. Yamunotri 2. Nainital c. Naina Devi 3. Almora d. Golu Devta 4. Uttarkashi
A.
a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4
B.
a-1, b-2, c-4, d-3
C.
a-1, b-4, c-2, d-3
D.
a-1, b-3, c-4, d-2
Answer: _________
Question 854:
Match the following List-I List-II a. Joshimath 1. Uttarkashi b. Dhari 2. Pithoragarh c. Munakot 3. Nainital d. Dunda 4. Chamoli
A.
a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4
B.
a-2, b-3, c-4, d-1
C.
a-3, b-2, c-1, d-4
D.
a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
Answer: _________
Question 855:
Consider the following statements about Yamunotri 1. Yamunotri is the source of the Yamuna river. 2. The temple of Goddess Yamunotri was constructed by Maharaja Pratap Shah of Tehri Garhwal. 3. The shrine of Yamunotri is one of the four dhams of Uttarakhand. 4. Near the temple, there are three hot springs out of which Suryakund is the most important. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A.
1, 2 and 4
B.
2, 3 and 4
C.
1, 2 and 3
D.
All of these
Answer: _________
Question 856:
Ghonti is held in
A.
Tehri Garhwal
B.
Chamoli
C.
Rudraprayag
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 857:
Bat Savitri is for every married woman. It is the worship of
A.
Sun God
B.
Water God
C.
Wealth God
D.
Tree God
Answer: _________
Question 858:
Which among the following fairs is a perfect example of the highly sacred sentiments of the local residents?
A.
Somnath fair
B.
Uttarayani fair
C.
Nanda Devi fair
D.
Purnagiri fair
Answer: _________
Question 859:
Which among the following fairs was initiated by King Kalyan Chand of Chand dynasty of Garhwal in the 16 th century to showcase the economic and culture prosperity of different regions?
A.
Somnath fair
B.
Purnagiri fair
C.
Nanda Devi fair
D.
Jageshwar fair
Answer: _________
Question 860:
Which among the following fairsis held on the day of Raksha Bandhan at the Varahi Devi temple at Devidhura?
A.
Purnagiri fair
B.
Hatkalika fair
C.
Devidhura fair
D.
Jageshwar fair
Answer: _________
Question 861:
Paragliding is little different from
A.
Skiing
B.
Sledging
C.
Kayaking
D.
Trekking
Answer: _________
Question 862:
Subhash Rana is associated with which sports?
A.
Shooting
B.
Hockey
C.
Cricket
D.
Basketball
Answer: _________
Question 863:
Ekta Bisht is related to which of the following sports?
A.
Shooting
B.
Soccer
C.
Badminton
D.
Cricket
Answer: _________
Question 864:
Uttarakhand Green Legend Award is given for
A.
science and technology
B.
managing stadiums
C.
improving seeds
D.
environment service
Answer: _________
Question 865:
Kalpana Chawla Award is not given in the field of
A.
Science
B.
Engineering
C.
Social Science
D.
Space Science
Answer: _________
Question 866:
Name the player who was awarded with the title 'Iron Wall of India' in 1962 Asian Football in Jakarta?
A.
Ramesh Singh Rawat
B.
Veer Bahadur Gurung
C.
Trilok Singh Baseda
D.
Pushkar Singh Bhandari
Answer: _________
Question 867:
Jaspal Rana was born in Uttarakhand. He was awarded with
A.
Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award
B.
Dronacharya Award
C.
Arjuna Award
D.
Bharat Ratna Award
Answer: _________
Question 868:
The most popular adventurous sport of Uttarakhand is
A.
rafting
B.
water skiing
C.
fishing
D.
kayaking
Answer: _________
Question 869:
Abhinav Bindra belongs to which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Pithoragarh
B.
Dehradun
C.
Chamoli
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 870:
Consider the following statements 1. Trekking is allowed in the trails of Kumaun. 2. High peaks of Nanda Devi, Nanda Kot, Trisuli and Hordeol are not famous for trekking but rafting. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 871:
Which industry makes the highest contribution to the income of Uttarakhand ?
A.
Electricity
B.
Tourism
C.
Forest
D.
Transport
Answer: _________
Question 872:
Assertion (A) : Uttaranchal is known for its 'money order economy'. Reason (R) : It reflects the dimension of migration for employment outside the State.
A.
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
B.
Both A and R are true, but R is NOT the correct explanation of A .
C.
A is true, but R is incorrect.
D.
A is incorrect, but R is true.
Answer: _________
Question 873:
On which country's pattern is tourism being developed in Uttarakhand ?
A.
Australia
B.
Switzerland
C.
Sweden
D.
Singapore
Answer: _________
Question 874:
The present economy of Uttaranchal is mainly dependent upon : 1. Forest property 2. Heavy and medium industries 3. Forest-related industry 4. River water Select the correct answer:
A.
1 and 2
B.
2 and 3
C.
1, 3 and 4
D.
2, 3 and 4
Answer: _________
Question 875:
Consider the following statements - Assertion (A): The state of Uttaranchal has immense potential for development. Reason (R): Scientific Planning and effective executive machinery are essential for development. Which one of the following is correct in context of the above statements?
A.
(A) and (R) both are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
B.
(A) and (R) both are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
C.
(A) is true but (R) is false.
D.
(A) is false but (R) is true.
Answer: _________
Question 876:
Consider the following statements and select the right answer from the code given below : Assertion (A): There can be a significant role of Tourism in the economy of Uttarakhand. Reason (R): There are many tourist spots in Uttarakhand.
A.
(A) and (R) are both true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
B.
(A) and (R) are both true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
C.
(A) is true, but (R) is false.
D.
(A) is false, but (R) is true.
Answer: _________
Question 877:
The district with highest literacy rate of Uttaranchal is :
A.
Uttarkashi
B.
Dehradun
C.
Nainital
D.
Pauri
Answer: _________
Question 878:
Which of the following districts of Uttarakhand has the lowest population as per the 2011 Census?
A.
Rudraprayag
B.
Bageshwar
C.
Champawat
D.
Chamoli
Answer: _________
Question 879:
According to 2011 Census, which of the following districts of Uttarakhand had negative population growth-rate?
A.
Pithoragarh
B.
Almora
C.
Rudraprayag
D.
Uttarkashi
Answer: _________
Question 880:
Which of the following is not the effect of urbanization in the mountainous region of Uttarakhand ?
A.
Increase in natural disasters
B.
Increase in wildlife
C.
Increase in water pollution
D.
Reduction of biodiversity
Answer: _________
Question 881:
The river Hom Gadhera originates from
A.
Barmal glacier
B.
Raika glacier
C.
Pindari glacier
D.
Kamet glacier
Answer: _________
Question 882:
Which among the following glaciers is found in the upper reaches of the Kumaun Himalayas to the South-East of Nanda Devi?
A.
Barmal
B.
Pindari
C.
Raikana
D.
Gangotri
Answer: _________
Question 883:
Nanda Devi in the Kumaun region is in the glacier called
A.
Bandarpunch
B.
Kedarnath
C.
Barmal
D.
Pindari
Answer: _________
Question 884:
Match the following List-I (Glaciers) List-II (Length in km.) a. Gangotri 1. 5.5 b. Bandarpunch 2. 3 c. Pindari 3. 12 d. Doonagiri 4. 30 e. Bhagirathi-Kharak 5. 18
A.
a-5, b-3, c-1, d-2, e-4
B.
a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1, e-5
C.
a-4, b-5, c-2, d-1, e-3
D.
a-5, b-3, c-4, d-1, e-2
Answer: _________
Question 885:
Match the following List-I (Peak) List-II (Height in mt.) a. Kamet 1. 6316 b. Mana Parvat 2. 6795 c. Vasuki Parvat 3. 6792 d. Bandarpunch 4. 6882
A.
a-4, b-2, c-3, d-1
B.
a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
C.
a-4, b-1, c-2, d-3
D.
a-4, b-2, c-1, d-3
Answer: _________
Question 886:
Match the following List-I (Pass) List-II (Location) a. Lipulekh 1. Chamoli b. Niti 2. Uttarkashi c. Thaga La 3. Pithoragarh d. Sin La Pass 4. Eastern Kumaun
A.
a-3, b-4, c-2, d-1
B.
a-3, b-1, c-4, d-2
C.
a-3, b-2, c-4, d-1
D.
a-3, b-1, c-2, d-4
Answer: _________
Question 887:
What is Pindari?
A.
A pass
B.
A mountainous range
C.
A river
D.
A Glacier
Answer: _________
Question 888:
What is the height of Kedarnath range?
A.
6950 mt
B.
6940 mt
C.
6930 mt
D.
6960 mt
Answer: _________
Question 889:
The total area of Uttarakhand is
A.
53483 km.
B.
53484 km.
C.
63483 km.
D.
63484 km.
Answer: _________
Question 890:
The North-South extent of Uttarakhand is
A.
358 km
B.
320 km
C.
328 km
D.
350 km
Answer: _________
Question 891:
On which of the following date, the name of Uttaranchal State was changed to Uttarakhand?
A.
9 th November, 2006
B.
14 th February, 2007
C.
1 st January, 2007
D.
9 th November, 2007
Answer: _________
Question 892:
'Gohna lake' which was formed due to blockage of 'Birahi Ganga' lasted for how many years?
A.
84 years
B.
62 years
C.
49 years
D.
77 years
Answer: _________
Question 893:
The new State 'Uttarakhand' came into existence on -
A.
1 st November, 2000
B.
9 th November, 2000
C.
10 th November, 2001
D.
1 st January, 2008
Answer: _________
Question 894:
How many districts are there in Uttarakhand ?
A.
15
B.
12
C.
13
D.
10
Answer: _________
Question 895:
Which one of the following shrines of Uttarakhand was visited by maximum number of tourists in the year 2015?
A.
Yamunotri
B.
Gangotri
C.
Kedarnath
D.
Badrinath
Answer: _________
Question 896:
In the Budget for the year 2016-17 of the State of Uttarakhand, which of the following items has been allotted the highest amount?
A.
School Education
B.
Agricultural Development
C.
Industrial Development
D.
Roads Construction
Answer: _________
Question 897:
The approximate yearly earning of Uttaranchal from forest produce is -
A.
Rs. 80 crores
B.
Rs. 85 crores
C.
Rs. 90 crores
D.
Rs. 95 crores
Answer: _________
Question 898:
Which district of Uttarakhand has maximum number of Khadi industries?
A.
Nainital
B.
Champawat
C.
Udham Singh Nagar
D.
Chamoli
Answer: _________
Question 899:
Which of the following fruit-growing districts of Uttaranchal has been inducted in the Leechi Export Zone by Government of India?
A.
Nainital
B.
Dehradun
C.
Udham Singh Nagar
D.
All of the above
Answer: _________
Question 900:
Uttarakhand Handloom and Handicraft Development Council sells its products with the brand name of -
A.
Himali
B.
Himadri
C.
Himal
D.
Himalaya
Answer: _________
Question 901:
Which among the following passes by Mansarovar pilgrims?
A.
Mana pass
B.
Lipulekh pass
C.
Nama pass
D.
Trail's pass
Answer: _________
Question 902:
Which among the following passes is situated at the end of Pindari glacier and links Pindari valley to Milam valley?
A.
Lipulekh pass
B.
Sin La pass
C.
Trail's pass
D.
Mana pass
Answer: _________
Question 903:
Chaurabari glacier is above which of the following glaciers?
A.
Kedarnath
B.
Satopanth
C.
Kamet
D.
Gangotri
Answer: _________
Question 904:
Which one of the following is the highest snow covered peak of Uttarakhand state?
A.
Kamet
B.
Trisuli
C.
Nanda Devi
D.
Chogori
Answer: _________
Question 905:
Almora, Pithoragarh districts fall in the division of
A.
Garhwal
B.
Kumaun
C.
Both 'A' and 'B'
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 906:
Doon valley is formed by the tributaries of
A.
Ganga and Yamuna
B.
Ramganga and Yamuna
C.
Ganga and Ramganga
D.
Ramganga and Mandakini
Answer: _________
Question 907:
The Garhwal division covers the districts
A.
Chamoli, Dehradun, Haridwar, Bageshwar
B.
Chamoli, Dehradun, Haridwar, Champawat
C.
Chamoli, Dehradun, Uttarkashi, Rudra Prayag
D.
Dehradun, Pauri Garhwal, Haridwar, Nainital
Answer: _________
Question 908:
Where is Trail's pass located?
A.
Chamoli
B.
Bageshwar and Pithoragarh
C.
Uttarkashi
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 909:
Muling La pass is located in which district of Uttarakhand?
A.
Chamoli
B.
Uttarkashi
C.
Pithoragarh
D.
Bageshwar
Answer: _________
Question 910:
Garhuwal and Kumaun belong to
A.
Central Himalayas
B.
Western Himalayas
C.
Eastern Himalayas
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 911:
River and rivulets in Uttarakhand are locally known as
A.
Gad and Gadhera
B.
Hyund and Ruri
C.
Saad arnd Ramani
D.
Taal and Hyund
Answer: _________
Question 912:
Where is the Sahastra Dhara waterfall?
A.
Dehradun
B.
Nainital
C.
Almora
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 913:
Which among the following valleys is also known as Milam valley or Goriganga valley?
A.
Darma Valley
B.
Doon Valley
C.
Johar Valley
D.
Saur Valley
Answer: _________
Question 914:
Which of the following lakes is formed due to the earth crust faults which acted as obstruction in the flow of small streams?
A.
Bhim Tal
B.
Vasuki Tal
C.
Khurpa Tal
D.
Roopkund
Answer: _________
Question 915:
Which of the following pairs of rivers originate from Devtal?
A.
Bhagirathi and Alaknanda
B.
Sharda and Ramganga
C.
Alaknanda and Saraswati
D.
Kali and Ramganga
Answer: _________
Question 916:
River Nailchami Gad is the tributary of river
A.
Bhagirathi
B.
Birahiganga
C.
Bhilangana
D.
Pindar
Answer: _________
Question 917:
In which of the following rivers confluence is Gobindghat located?
A.
Alaknanda and Bhagirathi
B.
Alaknanda and Khirongad
C.
Alaknanda and Laxman (Bhyundar God)
D.
Alaknanda and Dhauliganga
Answer: _________
Question 918:
Mandakini is an important tributary of
A.
Alaknanda
B.
Pindar
C.
Ganga
D.
Kali
Answer: _________
Question 919:
From which main river Janhavi river is related?
A.
Alaknanda
B.
Bhagirathi
C.
Yamuna
D.
Ramganga
Answer: _________
Question 920:
Match the follorwing List-I (River) List-II (Origin) a. Bhagirathi 1. Gomukh b. Nayar (East) 2. Doodhatoli Range c. Tons 3. Bandarpunch d. Sukh Rao 4. Ramri Peak
A.
a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
B.
a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4
C.
a-3, b-1, c-2, d-4
D.
a-4, b-1, c-3, d-2
Answer: _________
Question 921:
Consider the following statements 1. Abhinav Bindra belongs to Dehradun. 2. He is the winner of Dronacharya award. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 922:
Consider the following statements 1. Kalpana Chawla Award is an annual award. 2. The award is given in the field of Science and Social Science. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A.
Only 1
B.
Only 2
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 923:
Rock climbing, one of the sports in Uttarakhand, is organised by Indo expedition in
A.
Nainital and Pithoragarh
B.
Rishikesh and Nainital
C.
Almora and Bageshwar
D.
Bageshwar and Pithoragarh
Answer: _________
Question 924:
Uttarakhand sport college located at
A.
Nainital
B.
Dehradun
C.
Pithoragarh
D.
Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 925:
Uttarakhand Green Legendary Award was conferred to
A.
Medha Patkar
B.
Mehar Joshi
C.
Chandi Prasad Bhatt and Sundar Lal Bahuguna
D.
Chandi Prasad Bhatt
Answer: _________
Question 926:
The river which flows down the Nepal border is
A.
Mandakini
B.
Alaknanda
C.
Kali
D.
Bhilangana
Answer: _________
Question 927:
Which of the following persons was awarded as the 'Best Goal-Keeper' of India?
A.
Lalit Shah
B.
Sayyed Ali
C.
Bhopal Singh Negi
D.
R. S. Rawat
Answer: _________
Question 928:
Which of the following is not a water sport?
A.
Kayaking
B.
Rafting
C.
Sledging
D.
Skiing
Answer: _________
Question 929:
Who was the first international acclaimed Weight Lifter of Uttarakhand?
A.
K. C. Singh Baba
B.
Jagjit Singh
C.
Ahmed Ansari
D.
Manish Sanwal
Answer: _________
Question 930:
Who among the following is known as 'China Wall' because of his performance in Rome Olympic Games?
A.
K. C. Singh Baba
B.
Rambahadur Kshetri
C.
Hari Singh Thapa
D.
Dharm Chand
Answer: _________
Question 931:
Which among the following communities of Uttarakhand has the highest literacy rate?
A.
Buksa
B.
Bhatia
C.
Jaunsari
D.
Raji
Answer: _________
Question 932:
Which among the following districts of Uttarakhand has the highest Scheduled Tribe literacy rate?
A.
Bageshwar
B.
Chamoli
C.
Almora
D.
Nainital
Answer: _________
Question 933:
According to Census 2011, which district of Uttarakhand has the highest Scheduled Caste sex ratio?
A.
Almora
B.
Bageshwar
C.
Champawat
D.
Nainital
Answer: _________
Question 934:
The Commission for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe was established on 27 th May, 2003. The commission is
A.
7 members body
B.
9 members body
C.
10 members body
D.
15 members body
Answer: _________
Question 935:
As per Census 2011, the Scheduled Tribes sex ratio of Uttarakhand is
A.
963
B.
863
C.
965
D.
865
Answer: _________
Question 936:
According to Census 2011, the Scheduled Caste sex ratio of Uttarakhand is
A.
954
B.
950
C.
960
D.
945
Answer: _________
Question 937:
As per Census 2011, the Scheduled Tribe child sex ratio of Uttarakhand is
A.
929
B.
940
C.
915
D.
930
Answer: _________
Question 938:
As per Census 2011, the Scheduled Caste literacy rate of Uttarakhand is
A.
74.40%
B.
64.40%
C.
84.40%
D.
54.40%
Answer: _________
Question 939:
Which of the following statements is not true?
A.
Uttarakhand has 12 districts in which Chamoli is the largest.
B.
Haridwar is the 10 th largest district of Uttarakharnd.
C.
Champawat district is the smallest district of the state.
D.
Muslims are the largest minority in the followed by state Sikhs and Christians.
Answer: _________
Question 940:
Which of the following district pairs are the most populous districts of the state?
A.
Pithoragarh and Haridwar
B.
Haldwani and Dehradun
C.
Udham Singh Nagar and Dehradun
D.
Dehradun and Haridwar
Answer: _________
Question 941:
Uttarakhand has limited Railway transportation. This is because of
A.
no political leaders of National image
B.
corruption
C.
forest cover
D.
hilly area
Answer: _________
Question 942:
Which National Highway connects Haridwar with Badrinath?
A.
NH - 72
B.
NH - 58
C.
NH - 74
D.
NH - 87
Answer: _________
Question 943:
Which of the following statements regarding National Highway 58 is incorrect?
A.
National Highway 58 connects Badrinath and Mana Pass in Uttarakhand near Indo-Tibet Border.
B.
Out of its total length 538 km, the NH 58 traverses 373 km in Uttarakhand.
C.
The highway is maintained by Border Roads Organisation of Indian Army from Rishikesh.
D.
It is less important trade route but important pilgrimage route to hilly Garhwal region of Uttarakhand.
Answer: _________
Question 944:
Swiss Connect Tourist Organisation of Switzerland is constructing a
A.
minor market in Haridwar
B.
minor guest house in Haridwar
C.
minor railway station
D.
minor airport
Answer: _________
Question 945:
Which of the following is not among the regional centres of Uttarakhand Transport Corporation?
A.
Kathgodam
B.
Dehradun
C.
Tanakpur
D.
Chamoli
Answer: _________
Question 946:
Which one of the following is not correctly matched?
A.
Jolly Grant : Dehradun
B.
Phoolbagh : Udham Singh Nagar
C.
Naini-Saini : Pithoragarh
D.
Gauchar : Uttarkashi
Answer: _________
Question 947:
Sampark Kranti Train runs between
A.
Haldwani and Dehradun
B.
Delhi and Kathgodam
C.
Rishikesh and Almora
D.
Delhi and Dehradun
Answer: _________
Question 948:
Which one of the following airports is mainly used by the Indian Air Force?
A.
Dehradun Airport
B.
Pantnagar Airport
C.
Jolly Grant Airport
D.
Chakrata Airport
Answer: _________
Question 949:
National Highway 109 connects Rudraprayag with
A.
Badrinath
B.
Kedarnath
C.
Gangotri
D.
Gauchar Airport
Answer: _________
Question 950:
Which of the following National Highways is the shortest highway of Uttarakhand?
A.
72A
B.
73
C.
74
D.
72
Answer: _________
Question 951:
During the summer, the valley of Uttarakhand experiences
A.
altitudinal climate
B.
temperate type of climate
C.
hot steamy tropical climate
D.
cold type of climate
Answer: _________
Question 952:
Match the following List-I (Region) List-II (Rainfall received) a. Kalagarh 1. 76 cm b. Kotdwar 2. 91 cm c. Laldhang 3. 127 cm d. Haridwar 4. 140 cm
A.
a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
B.
a-4, b-2, c-3, d-1
C.
a-3, b-2, c-4, d-1
D.
a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4
Answer: _________
Question 953:
Mussoorie has an annual rainfall of
A.
318.01 cm
B.
212.5 cm
C.
242.5 cm
D.
310.5 cm
Answer: _________
Question 954:
The Rainfall ranges from
A.
100 cm to 150 cm
B.
175 cm to 300 cm
C.
Above 300 cm
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 955:
Arrange the following regions decreasing order according to the amount of rainfall received 1. Mussoorie 2. Tehri 3. Almora 4. Srinagar 5. Dehradun
A.
1, 5, 3, 4, 2
B.
5, 4, 3, 2, 1
C.
1, 3, 5, 2, 4
D.
1, 5, 3, 2, 4
Answer: _________
Question 956:
Consider the following statements 1. Uttarakhand region experiences climate which varies according to elevation from hot in Bhabar region to freezing point in the higher Himalayan region. Exposure to sunlight and rain bearing winds have effects of producing intricate pattern of local climate. 3. Every small valley located in a hilly region has its own climatic conditions Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
1 and 3
B.
2 and 3
C.
Only 3
D.
All of these
Answer: _________
Question 957:
Surya kund is situated at
A.
Yamunotri
B.
Haridwar
C.
Nainital
D.
Udam Singh Nagar
Answer: _________
Question 958:
Badri Gad and Aglar Gad are the main tributaries of which river?
A.
Yamuna
B.
Alaknanda
C.
Bhagirathi
D.
Mandakini
Answer: _________
Question 959:
Which is the main crop of Uttarakhand?
A.
Maize
B.
Bajra
C.
Wheat
D.
Rice
Answer: _________
Question 960:
Which of the following food crops of Uttarakhand state covers the maximum sown area?
A.
Maize
B.
Bajra
C.
Wheat
D.
Rice
Answer: _________
Question 961:
GAREMA stands for which term?
A.
Garhwal Resource Management Association.
B.
Gramodyog Resource Management Association.
C.
Gaon Resource Management Association.
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 962:
The term 'Taya' is used for low lying land in adjoining zone of which of the following regions?
A.
Garhwal
B.
Kumaun
C.
Both 'A' and 'B'
D.
None of these
Answer: _________
Question 963:
River Soals are the prominent feature of which of the following patterns of landfrom?
A.
Gad
B.
Sera
C.
Baggar
D.
Talaon
Answer: _________
Question 964:
The Horticulture Technology Mission was launched in Uttarakhand with an aim to increase the production of
A.
fruits
B.
flowers
C.
Both 'A' and 'B'
D.
None of the above
Answer: _________
Question 965:
The Frozen Semen Centre of Uttarakhand is in
A.
Chamoli
B.
Shyampur
C.
Haldwani
D.
Kathgodam
Answer: _________
Question 966:
A wool analysis laboratory has been established in
A.
Chamoli
B.
Pashulok-Rishsikesh
C.
Champawat
D.
Gwaldam
Answer: _________
Question 967:
Which of the following districts stands on top in vegetable production?
A.
Chamoli
B.
Pithoragarh
C.
Nainital
D.
Almora
Answer: _________
Question 968:
Assertion: (A) At some places, swampy lands are found. Reason: (R) The emergence of springs is a common feature of these lands.
A.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
B.
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C.
A is true R is false.
D.
Both are not correct.
Answer: _________
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11:
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12:
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13:
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14:
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16:
D
17:
C
18:
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19:
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25:
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26:
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30:
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31:
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33:
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35:
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37:
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39:
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40:
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41:
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42:
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45:
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46:
D
47:
C
48:
A
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A
50:
B
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D
52:
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54:
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B
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C
218:
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B
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A
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D
231:
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B
233:
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C
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C
241:
B
242:
C
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B
244:
D
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C
246:
A
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B
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B
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C
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C
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C
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D
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C
254:
B
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C
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C
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D
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A
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D
261:
A
262:
B
263:
B
264:
D
265:
B
266:
A
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C
268:
C
269:
C
270:
A
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B
272:
B
273:
A
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B
275:
A
276:
B
277:
A
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A
279:
B
280:
B
281:
A
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A
283:
C
284:
C
285:
C
286:
D
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D
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C
289:
B
290:
B
291:
B
292:
C
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B
294:
D
295:
C
296:
A
297:
B
298:
C
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B
300:
C
301:
C
302:
D
303:
C
304:
C
305:
B
306:
B
307:
D
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C
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D
310:
D
311:
D
312:
C
313:
B
314:
B
315:
B
316:
B
317:
D
318:
C
319:
C
320:
A
321:
B
322:
D
323:
A
324:
D
325:
C
326:
C
327:
D
328:
C
329:
D
330:
B
331:
C
332:
D
333:
A
334:
C
335:
C
336:
C
337:
D
338:
B
339:
C
340:
C
341:
C
342:
D
343:
B
344:
C
345:
A
346:
A
347:
D
348:
A
349:
B
350:
A
351:
C
352:
C
353:
A
354:
D
355:
A
356:
B
357:
D
358:
B
359:
A
360:
B
361:
A
362:
C
363:
A
364:
C
365:
B
366:
B
367:
B
368:
D
369:
C
370:
B
371:
C
372:
D
373:
C
374:
D
375:
D
376:
B
377:
C
378:
D
379:
A
380:
A
381:
D
382:
D
383:
D
384:
C
385:
B
386:
B
387:
A
388:
A
389:
A
390:
A
391:
A
392:
B
393:
A
394:
C
395:
A
396:
C
397:
A
398:
A
399:
B
400:
D
401:
C
402:
C
403:
D
404:
D
405:
A
406:
C
407:
C
408:
C
409:
A
410:
A
411:
B
412:
A
413:
A
414:
A
415:
C
416:
A
417:
A
418:
A
419:
D
420:
A
421:
A
422:
C
423:
C
424:
D
425:
A
426:
A
427:
C
428:
C
429:
B
430:
C
431:
A
432:
B
433:
B
434:
A
435:
B
436:
C
437:
A
438:
A
439:
D
440:
A
441:
C
442:
D
443:
B
444:
D
445:
A
446:
A
447:
C
448:
C
449:
D
450:
A
451:
D
452:
B
453:
C
454:
C
455:
D
456:
D
457:
B
458:
D
459:
B
460:
C
461:
A
462:
A
463:
D
464:
A
465:
C
466:
B
467:
D
468:
B
469:
A
470:
A
471:
A
472:
D
473:
B
474:
A
475:
D
476:
A
477:
A
478:
D
479:
C
480:
B
481:
A
482:
C
483:
A
484:
A
485:
D
486:
B
487:
D
488:
B
489:
A
490:
C
491:
B
492:
A
493:
D
494:
B
495:
C
496:
B
497:
B
498:
A
499:
C
500:
B
501:
A
502:
B
503:
D
504:
A
505:
C
506:
C
507:
C
508:
D
509:
D
510:
A
511:
A
512:
B
513:
D
514:
C
515:
B
516:
B
517:
B
518:
C
519:
C
520:
C
521:
A
522:
B
523:
B, F, I
524:
C
525:
B
526:
C
527:
D
528:
B
529:
A
530:
C
531:
C
532:
D
533:
C
534:
C
535:
A
536:
B
537:
C
538:
A
539:
D
540:
B
541:
D
542:
C
543:
C
544:
C
545:
B
546:
B
547:
D
548:
A
Solution: Option A: Parmar dynasty - The Parmar dynasty ruled parts of present-day Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh from around the 9th to the 14th centuries. They were known for their contributions to architecture, particularly in the form of temples such as the famous Khajuraho temples. Option B: Katyuri dynasty - The Katyuri dynasty ruled parts of present-day Uttarakhand and surrounding regions from around the 7th to the 11th centuries. They were known for their administrative skills and cultural patronage. Option C: Kulind dynasty - The Kulind dynasty is not a well-known dynasty in Indian history. There is limited historical information available about them. Option D: Pala dynasty - The Pala dynasty ruled parts of present-day Bihar and Bengal from the 8th to the 12th centuries. They were known for their patronage of Buddhism and support for the Nalanda and Vikramashila universities.
549:
B
550:
A
551:
A
552:
C
553:
C
554:
B
555:
A
556:
D
557:
B
558:
A
559:
D
560:
A
561:
A
562:
B
563:
A
564:
D
565:
B
566:
D
567:
B
568:
B
569:
B
570:
B
571:
C
572:
A
573:
D
574:
A
575:
B
576:
D
577:
C
578:
A
579:
A
580:
A
581:
B
582:
A
583:
D
584:
D
585:
A
586:
A
587:
A
588:
C
589:
B
590:
B
591:
B
592:
A
593:
B
594:
D
595:
C
596:
C
597:
C
598:
B
599:
C
600:
A
601:
B
602:
D
603:
C
604:
B
605:
C
606:
B
607:
B
608:
D
609:
D
610:
B
611:
B
612:
B
613:
C
614:
D
615:
A
616:
C
617:
D
618:
B
619:
D
620:
A
621:
A
622:
A
623:
A
624:
C
625:
B
626:
D
627:
C
628:
C
629:
C
630:
D
631:
B
632:
C
633:
C
634:
C
635:
A
636:
D
637:
D
638:
A
639:
B
640:
C
641:
A
642:
B
643:
C
644:
D
645:
C
646:
B
647:
C
648:
B
649:
C
650:
B
651:
A
652:
C
653:
C
654:
B
655:
D
656:
B
657:
D
658:
C
659:
A
660:
C
661:
D
662:
B
663:
D
664:
B
665:
C
666:
C
667:
C
668:
C
669:
C
670:
C
671:
D
672:
C
673:
C
674:
A
675:
D
676:
C
677:
A
678:
A
679:
C
680:
C
681:
D
682:
B
683:
C
684:
B
685:
D
686:
C
687:
B
688:
B
689:
B
690:
D
691:
A
692:
C
693:
B
694:
D
695:
D
696:
B
697:
C
698:
B
699:
D
700:
C
701:
A
702:
C
703:
D
704:
B
705:
B
706:
C
707:
D
708:
A
709:
B
710:
B
711:
A
712:
D
713:
C
714:
D
715:
D
716:
B
717:
B
718:
C
719:
C
720:
A
721:
C
722:
A
723:
B
724:
D
725:
C
726:
A
727:
D
728:
C
729:
D
730:
A
731:
A
732:
D
733:
C
734:
D
735:
A
736:
B
737:
C
738:
D
739:
B
740:
D
741:
B
742:
B
743:
B
744:
D
745:
D
746:
C
747:
B
748:
C
749:
A
750:
B
751:
D
752:
A
753:
D
754:
D
755:
A
756:
A
757:
B
758:
B
759:
B
760:
D
761:
B
762:
B
763:
B
764:
B
765:
C
766:
A
767:
B
768:
B
769:
C
770:
B
771:
B
772:
D
773:
B
774:
B
775:
D
776:
C
777:
A
778:
C
779:
B
780:
A
781:
C
782:
B
783:
C
784:
B
785:
C
786:
A
787:
A
788:
C
789:
B
790:
B
791:
C
792:
A
793:
A
794:
A
795:
A
796:
D
797:
B
798:
B
799:
A
800:
A
801:
C
802:
D
803:
C
804:
A
805:
C
806:
B
807:
C
808:
A
809:
A
810:
C
811:
A
812:
C
813:
B
814:
A
815:
B
816:
D
817:
C
818:
B
819:
A
820:
B
821:
A
822:
B
823:
B
824:
B
825:
A
826:
B
827:
C
828:
C
829:
C
830:
C
831:
B
832:
C
833:
D
834:
C
835:
B
836:
C
837:
C
838:
B
839:
C
840:
B
841:
C
842:
C
843:
D
844:
D
845:
B
846:
B
847:
A
848:
B
849:
D
850:
D
851:
C
852:
D
853:
C
854:
D
855:
D
856:
A
857:
D
858:
B
859:
C
860:
C
861:
C
862:
A
863:
D
864:
D
865:
D
866:
C
867:
C
868:
A
869:
B
870:
A
871:
B
872:
A
873:
B
874:
C
875:
B
876:
A
877:
B
878:
A
879:
B
880:
B
881:
A
882:
B
883:
D
884:
B
885:
A
886:
D
887:
D
888:
B
889:
A
890:
B
891:
C
892:
D
893:
B
894:
C
895:
D
896:
A
897:
A
898:
C
899:
D
900:
B
901:
B
902:
C
903:
A
904:
C
905:
B
906:
A
907:
C
908:
B
909:
B
910:
B
911:
A
912:
A
913:
C
914:
C
915:
C
916:
C
917:
C
918:
A
919:
B
920:
B
921:
A
922:
C
923:
A
924:
B
925:
C
926:
C
927:
D
928:
B
929:
A
930:
B
931:
B
932:
C
933:
A
934:
A
935:
A
936:
A
937:
A
938:
A
939:
A
940:
D
941:
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942:
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943:
D
944:
D
945:
D
946:
D
947:
B
948:
D
949:
B
950:
A
951:
C
952:
A
953:
B
954:
B
955:
A
956:
D
957:
A
958:
A
959:
C
960:
D
961:
C
962:
C
963:
C
964:
C
965:
B
966:
B
967:
C
968:
A