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General Studies II

Gujarat Public Service Commission

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Which river is known as the 'Nile of Gujarat' due to its irrigation significance?
A Narmada River
B Sabarmati River
C Mahi River
D Tapti River
Correct Answer:  A. Narmada River
EXPLANATION

The Narmada River, originating from Madhya Pradesh and flowing through Gujarat, is often called the 'Nile of Gujarat' for its critical role in irrigation and development.

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Which district of Gujarat is known for its diamond cutting and polishing industry?
A Surat
B Valsad
C Navsari
D Daman and Diu
Correct Answer:  A. Surat
EXPLANATION

Surat is the diamond cutting and polishing capital of the world, accounting for a significant portion of the global diamond market.

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The Gir Forest National Park in Gujarat is primarily known for the conservation of which endangered species?
A Bengal Tiger
B Asian Lion
C Indian Elephant
D One-horned Rhinoceros
Correct Answer:  B. Asian Lion
EXPLANATION

Gir Forest National Park is the last natural habitat of the Asian Lion in India, with the majority of the world's wild Asiatic lions residing there.

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Which city in Gujarat is famous for its textile industry and is often called the 'Manchester of India'?
A Vadodara
B Ahmedabad
C Surat
D Rajkot
Correct Answer:  B. Ahmedabad
EXPLANATION

Ahmedabad is historically known as the 'Manchester of India' due to its prominent textile and cotton industry.

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Which river is known as the 'Nile of India' and flows through Gujarat?
A Narmada River
B Tapi River
C Mahi River
D Sabarmati River
Correct Answer:  A. Narmada River
EXPLANATION

The Narmada River is often referred to as the 'Nile of India' due to its length and importance in Gujarat's agriculture and irrigation.

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The Sabarmati River is the primary river in which city of Gujarat?
A Surat
B Vadodara
C Ahmedabad
D Rajkot
Correct Answer:  C. Ahmedabad
EXPLANATION

The Sabarmati River flows through Ahmedabad. The Sabarmati Riverfront Development Project has been a major urban initiative.

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Which textile city of Gujarat is known as the 'Manchester of India'?
A Vadodara
B Ahmedabad
C Surat
D Rajkot
Correct Answer:  B. Ahmedabad
EXPLANATION

Ahmedabad earned the title 'Manchester of India' due to its prominent textile industry and mills established during the British era.

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In which year did Gujarat become a separate state?
A 1947
B 1956
C 1960
D 1965
Correct Answer:  C. 1960
EXPLANATION

Gujarat was separated from Bombay State on May 1, 1960, following the Bombay Reorganisation Act of 1960.

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Which of the following is the capital of Gujarat?
A Gandhinagar
B Ahmedabad
C Surat
D Vadodara
Correct Answer:  A. Gandhinagar
EXPLANATION

Gandhinagar is the capital of Gujarat since 1960. Ahmedabad is the largest city but not the capital.

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