West Bengal - Study Mode

[#211] Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The first jute mill was set up in 1859 at Rishra near Kolkata. 2. Special Economic Zone (SEZ) is being set up at Kulpi over an area of 1500 hectares.
Correct Answer

(C) Both 1 and 2

Explanation

Solution: India's first jute mill was set up in 1859 at Rishra in Hooghly near Kolkata.
A Special Economic Zone (SEZ) is being set up at Kulpi over an area of 1500 hectares.

[#212] Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Jute industry in West Bengal is flourishing because jute is grown in plenty there. 2. Well-developed roadways help in the transportation of jute farms to the mills.
Correct Answer

(A) Only 1

Explanation

Solution: Jute industry in West Bengal is flourishing because jute is grown in plenty there. The state holds first position in the production of Jute.

[#213] Which of the following districts are famous for small scale industries related to cotton sarees and silk sarees?
Correct Answer

(D) All of the above

Explanation

Solution: North 24 Parganas, Nadia, Murshidabad, Bankura and Birbhum districts of West Bengal are famous for small scale industries related to cotton sarees and silk sarees.

[#214] Which iron and steel plant is called 'Ruhr of India'?
Correct Answer

(B) Durgapur

Explanation

Solution: Durgapur region is also known as Ruhr of India due to its coalfields.

[#215] Which district in Bengal is famous for silk industry from medieval times?
Correct Answer

(C) Murshidabad

Explanation

Solution: Murshidabad district in Bengal is famous for silk industry from medieval times. It is a major centre for theproduction of silk fabrics.