West Bengal - Study Mode

[#926] Which among the following stadiums is the largest stadium in India and the second largest football stadium in the world, before its renovation in 2011 by capacity?
Correct Answer

(D) Salt Lake Stadium

Explanation

Solution: Salt Lake Stadium is also known as Yuba Bharati Krirangan.
It is the largest stadium in India and the second largest football stadium in the world, in terms of capacity.

[#927] Which scheme run by West Bengal Government received the highest Public Service Award by United Nations in 2017?
Correct Answer

(B) Kanyashree Prakalpa Scheme

Explanation

Solution: In June 2017, the United Nations awarded Kanyashree Prakalpa Scheme with its highest Public Service Award for promoting girl's education.

[#928] Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The literacy rate of West Bengal is 76.26%. 2. The male literacy rate of West Bengal is 81.69%.
Correct Answer

(C) Both 1 and 2

Explanation

Solution: As per Census 2011, literacy rate in West Bengal is 76.26% which is higher than the national average of 74%. Male literacy rate is 81.69% and female literacy rate is 70.54%.

[#929] Which of the following is true for literacy rate in West Bengal?
Correct Answer

(A) The literacy rate in West Bengal is higher than the national average.

Explanation

Solution: As per Census 2011, literacy rate in West Bengal is 76.26% which is higher than the national average of 74%. Male literacy rate is 81.69% and female literacy rate is 70.54%.

[#930] Which district has highest sex ratio in West Bengal?
Correct Answer

(D) Darjeeling

Explanation

Solution: Sex Ratio in West Bengal is 950 females per 1000 males, which is higher than the national average of 943. Highest sex ratio is in Darjeeling (971), lowest is in Kolkata (899).