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General Studies II

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Q.11 Medium General Studies II
Which traditional craft of Gujarat has received GI (Geographical Indication) tag most recently?
A Patola weaving
B Kutch embroidery
C Bandhani textiles
D Ajrakh printing
Correct Answer:  D. Ajrakh printing
EXPLANATION

Ajrakh printing from Kutch received GI status recognizing its traditional significance and unique production methods.

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Q.12 Medium General Studies II
The Gujarat Skill Development Mission aims to train how many citizens by 2025?
A 50 lakh
B 1 crore
C 75 lakh
D 2 crore
Correct Answer:  B. 1 crore
EXPLANATION

The mission targets skill development of 1 crore citizens through various vocational and technical training programs.

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Q.13 Medium General Studies II
The Gujarat Tourism Policy 2024-2025 focuses on developing which type of tourism as a priority?
A Industrial tourism only
B Heritage, adventure, and wellness tourism
C Religious tourism exclusively
D Urban tourism only
Correct Answer:  B. Heritage, adventure, and wellness tourism
EXPLANATION

The current policy emphasizes diversified tourism including heritage sites, adventure activities, and wellness to attract varied tourist demographics.

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Q.14 Medium General Studies II
The Narmada Control Authority (NCA) recently approved a project for water supply to which major city?
A Surat
B Rajkot
C Vadodara
D Junagadh
Correct Answer:  A. Surat
EXPLANATION

The NCA approved the Narmada water supply augmentation project for Surat to meet its growing water demands.

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Q.15 Medium General Studies II
According to the latest Census 2021 data, which district in Gujarat has witnessed the maximum urban growth rate in the past decade?
A Vadodara
B Gandhinagar
C Ahmedabad
D Rajkot
Correct Answer:  C. Ahmedabad
EXPLANATION

Ahmedabad has shown the highest urban growth rate with significant expansion in population and infrastructure development during 2011-2021.

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Q.16 Medium General Studies II
Which sector has emerged as a major employment generator in Gujarat over the past decade?
A Agriculture only
B Manufacturing and IT services
C Mining exclusively
D Tourism only
Correct Answer:  B. Manufacturing and IT services
EXPLANATION

Manufacturing (particularly textiles, chemicals, pharmaceuticals) and IT services have created maximum employment opportunities.

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Q.17 Medium General Studies II
The soil type predominantly found in the Saurashtra region of Gujarat is:
A Black soil
B Red soil
C Laterite soil
D Alluvial soil
Correct Answer:  A. Black soil
EXPLANATION

Saurashtra region has black soil which is ideal for cotton and groundnut cultivation.

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Q.18 Medium General Studies II
Which lake in Gujarat is the largest freshwater lake by area?
A Aji Dam
B Dumbhal Lake
C Chandni Lake
D Balaram Lake
Correct Answer:  B. Dumbhal Lake
EXPLANATION

Dumbhal Lake in Vadodara district is one of the largest freshwater lakes in Gujarat.

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Q.19 Medium General Studies II
The Per Capita Income of Gujarat in 2023-24 was approximately how much higher than the national average?
A 10-15%
B 20-25%
C 30-35%
D 40-45%
Correct Answer:  B. 20-25%
EXPLANATION

Gujarat's per capita income has consistently remained 20-25% higher than the national average due to industrial development.

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Q.20 Medium General Studies II
Which constitutional amendment led to the formation of new states through reorganization in India (2000)?
A 81st Amendment
B 82nd Amendment
C Neither formed new states specifically
D This was done through ordinary legislation
Correct Answer:  D. This was done through ordinary legislation
EXPLANATION

The creation of Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and Uttarakhand in 2000 was done through the States Reorganisation Act, not constitutional amendment.

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