West Bengal - Study Mode

[#351] Bengal was partitioned twice in history. Which were the two years in which partition of Bengal took place?
Correct Answer

(D) 1905 and 1947

Explanation

Solution: Bengal was partitioned twice in history. The first partition occurred in AD 1905 and the second one in AD 1947. The partition of Bengal occurring twice in the 20th century has left permanent marks on the history and psyche of the people of Bengal.

[#352] Anushilan Samiti had two branches, viz, Dhaka Anushilan Samiti and
Correct Answer

(C) Jugantar Anushilan Samiti

Explanation

Solution: Dhaka Anushilan Samiti centred in Dhaka and Jugantar Anushilan Samiti centred in Calcutta were the two branches of the Anushilan Samiti.

[#353] After the partition of Bengal (1905), the two new provinces which came into existence were
Correct Answer

(B) East Bengal and West Bengal

Explanation

Solution: After the partition of Bengal (1905), the two new provinces which came into existence were a largely Hindu West Bengal and a largely Muslim East Bengal.

[#354] Which region of North Bengal is made up of sand, gravels and pebbles?
Correct Answer

(B) Terai

Explanation

Solution: The Terai region of North Bengal is made up of sand, gravels and pebbles brought down by the Himalayan rivers like Teesta, Torsa, Raidak, Jaldhaka and several other small rivulets.

[#355] Which region in West Bengal is also called Rangeamati?
Correct Answer

(B) Rahr plain

Explanation

Solution: The Rahr Plain in West Bengal is also called Rangamati which means red soil.