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Q.31 Medium General Studies I
Which of the following is NOT a Ramsar Wetland site in Gujarat?
A Nal Sarovar
B Khijadiya Wildlife Sanctuary
C Great Rann of Kutch
D Purna Wildlife Sanctuary
Correct Answer:  D. Purna Wildlife Sanctuary
EXPLANATION

Purna Wildlife Sanctuary is not designated as a Ramsar site. The main Ramsar sites in Gujarat include Nal Sarovar, Khijadiya, Great Rann of Kutch, and Thol Lake.

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Q.32 Medium General Studies I
The Peshwa Bridge connects which two cities and is an important infrastructure project?
A Ahmedabad and Vadodara
B Surat and Vadodara
C Ahmedabad and Surat
D Rajkot and Jamnagar
Correct Answer:  A. Ahmedabad and Vadodara
EXPLANATION

The Peshwa Bridge (Ambazari Bridge) provides vital connectivity between Ahmedabad and Vadodara, facilitating inter-city trade and transportation.

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Q.33 Medium General Studies I
Which industry has contributed most significantly to Gujarat's rapid economic growth in recent decades?
A Textile and Diamond Cutting
B Petroleum Refining and Petrochemicals
C Information Technology
D Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Correct Answer:  B. Petroleum Refining and Petrochemicals
EXPLANATION

Petroleum refining (Reliance Industries) and petrochemicals have been major contributors to Gujarat's economic growth, particularly in Jamnagar.

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Q.34 Medium General Studies I
Which National Park in Gujarat is known for its dry deciduous forest and wildlife sanctuary?
A Marine National Park
B Blackbuck National Park
C Gir Somnath National Park
D All of the above
Correct Answer:  D. All of the above
EXPLANATION

Gujarat has multiple national parks including Gir Somnath (lions), Blackbuck National Park at Velavadar, and Marine National Park near Jamnagar.

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Q.35 Medium General Studies I
The Modhera Sun Temple is a fine example of which architectural style?
A Mughal Architecture
B Solanki Architecture
C British Colonial Architecture
D Vedic Architecture
Correct Answer:  B. Solanki Architecture
EXPLANATION

The Modhera Sun Temple, built in the 11th century, exemplifies the Solanki architectural style with intricate stone carvings and celestial alignment.

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Q.36 Medium General Studies I
Which ancient port city of Gujarat was an important center of maritime trade during the Mauryan and Gupta periods?
A Lothal
B Bhera
C Cambay
D Surat
Correct Answer:  A. Lothal
EXPLANATION

Lothal, a Harappan civilization site, was a major ancient port city with evidence of docks and maritime trade activities dating back to 2400-1900 BCE.

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Q.37 Medium General Studies I
The Rani ki Vav (Queen's Stepwell) is located in which district and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
A Patan
B Mehsana
C Gandhinagar
D Anand
Correct Answer:  A. Patan
EXPLANATION

The Rani ki Vav is an intricately carved stepwell located in Patan district. It was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014.

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Q.38 Medium General Studies I
Which traditional textile art form of Gujarat uses mirror and thread embroidery on fabric?
A Bandhani
B Patola
C Abhla Bharat
D Ajrakh
Correct Answer:  C. Abhla Bharat
EXPLANATION

Abhla Bharat or mirror work is a traditional embroidery form using small mirrors and threads, particularly found in Kutch and Saurashtra regions of Gujarat.

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Q.39 Medium General Studies I
The Sardar Sarovar Dam project involves four states. Which of the following is NOT one of them?
A Maharashtra
B Madhya Pradesh
C Rajasthan
D Punjab
Correct Answer:  D. Punjab
EXPLANATION

The Sardar Sarovar Dam is a multi-state project involving Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan. Punjab is not involved in this project.

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Q.40 Medium General Studies I
Which of the following is the largest salt producer in India by production volume?
A Little Rann of Kutch
B Great Rann of Kutch
C Sambhar Lake (Rajasthan)
D Chilika Lake (Odisha)
Correct Answer:  A. Little Rann of Kutch
EXPLANATION

The Little Rann of Kutch in Gujarat is India's largest salt-producing region, accounting for approximately 75% of national salt production.

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