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General Studies I

Gujarat Public Service Commission

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Which Indian independence leader, known as 'Mahatma', was born in Porbandar, Gujarat?
A Jawaharlal Nehru
B Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi
C Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
D Rajendra Prasad
Correct Answer:  B. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi
EXPLANATION

Mahatma Gandhi was born in Porbandar on October 2, 1869, and Kaba Gandhi no Delo (his birthplace) is now a museum.

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The Gir Forest National Park is primarily known for the conservation of which endangered species?
A Bengal Tiger
B Indian Lion (Asiatic Lion)
C Indian Leopard
D Wild Boar
Correct Answer:  B. Indian Lion (Asiatic Lion)
EXPLANATION

Gir National Park in Junagadh district is the last natural habitat of the critically endangered Asiatic Lion in the world.

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The Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF) operates under which brand name?
A Amul
B Verka
C Sudha
D Mother Dairy
Correct Answer:  A. Amul
EXPLANATION

GCMMF operates under the brand name 'Amul', which has become synonymous with dairy products in India and is a major cooperative success story.

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Which river is known as the 'Nile of Gujarat' and originates from the Vindhya Range?
A Narmada River
B Tapti River
C Mahi River
D Sabarmati River
Correct Answer:  A. Narmada River
EXPLANATION

The Narmada River, originating from Amarkantak in Madhya Pradesh, is often called the 'Nile of Gujarat' due to its significance in irrigation and agriculture in the state.

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The Sabarmati Riverfront Development Project (now Riverfront Trail) is primarily located in which city?
A Vadodara
B Ahmedabad
C Surat
D Rajkot
Correct Answer:  B. Ahmedabad
EXPLANATION

The Sabarmati Riverfront Development Project in Ahmedabad has transformed the riverfront into a major recreational and cultural destination.

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In the context of agricultural production, which crop occupies the maximum cultivated area in Gujarat?
A Cotton
B Groundnut
C Wheat
D Sugarcane
Correct Answer:  A. Cotton
EXPLANATION

Cotton occupies the largest cultivated area in Gujarat, making it the cotton bowl of India with significant contribution to national production.

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The Gir Forest National Park is primarily known for conserving which endangered species?
A Asian Elephant
B Asiatic Lion
C Indian Rhinoceros
D Bengal Tiger
Correct Answer:  B. Asiatic Lion
EXPLANATION

Gir Forest National Park in Junagadh district is the last natural habitat of the Asiatic lion, with conservation efforts crucial for their survival.

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The Statue of Unity, the world's tallest statue, is located in which district of Gujarat?
A Vadodara
B Narmada
C Surat
D Kheda
Correct Answer:  B. Narmada
EXPLANATION

The Statue of Unity, dedicated to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, is located in Narmada district and stands 182 meters tall.

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In which year was the Gujarat state officially formed after the partition of Bombay State?
A 1956
B 1960
C 1965
D 1972
Correct Answer:  B. 1960
EXPLANATION

Gujarat was formed on May 1, 1960, following the dissolution of Bombay State, with Ahmedabad as its first capital.

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Which river is considered the lifeline of Gujarat and originates from the Amarkantak plateau?
A Tapti River
B Sabarmati River
C Mahi River
D Banass River
Correct Answer:  B. Sabarmati River
EXPLANATION

The Sabarmati River originates from Amarkantak plateau in Madhya Pradesh and flows through Gujarat, serving as the lifeline for many cities including Ahmedabad.

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