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Q.251 Medium General Studies I
Which textile city in Gujarat is known for its synthetic fiber production and processing?
A Ahmedabad
B Surat
C Bhavnagar
D Vadodara
Correct Answer:  B. Surat
EXPLANATION

Surat is the hub of synthetic textile production in India, particularly known for polyester and synthetic fiber processing and weaving.

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Q.252 Medium General Studies I
What is the primary economic activity in the Great Rann of Kutch region?
A Agriculture
B Salt production
C Fishing
D Tourism
Correct Answer:  B. Salt production
EXPLANATION

The Great Rann of Kutch is a major salt production area, with vast salt pans contributing significantly to India's salt output.

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Q.253 Medium General Studies I
Which valley in Gujarat is known for being a major diamond and gemstone trading hub?
A Narmada Valley
B Surat Valley
C Sabarmati Valley
D Mahi Valley
Correct Answer:  B. Surat Valley
EXPLANATION

Surat is the world's largest diamond and gemstone trading center, processing and trading diamonds globally.

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Q.254 Medium General Studies I
The Kutch district of Gujarat is known for which traditional handicraft?
A Silk weaving
B Block printing
C Embroidery and mirror work
D Pottery
Correct Answer:  C. Embroidery and mirror work
EXPLANATION

Kutch is renowned for its traditional embroidery, mirror work, and textile designs, reflecting its rich cultural heritage.

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Q.255 Medium General Studies I
Which of the following is NOT a major port in Gujarat?
A Kandla Port
B Port of Mundra
C Paradip Port
D Surat Port
Correct Answer:  C. Paradip Port
EXPLANATION

Paradip Port is located in Odisha, not Gujarat. Kandla, Mundra, and Surat are major ports in Gujarat.

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Q.256 Medium General Studies I
The Gir Forest is home to the Indian Lion. Approximately how many lions were present in the 2020 census?
A 400-500
B 600-700
C 800-900
D 1000+
Correct Answer:  B. 600-700
EXPLANATION

The 2020 census recorded approximately 674 Asiatic lions in the Gir Forest region of Gujarat.

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Q.257 Medium General Studies I
The Corbett Tiger Reserve mentioned for conservation is located in which state, while Gujarat has which tiger reserve?
A Uttarakhand; Gir Forest
B Himachal Pradesh; Vansda
C Uttarakhand; Vansda
D Rajasthan; Gir Forest
Correct Answer:  A. Uttarakhand; Gir Forest
EXPLANATION

While Corbett Tiger Reserve is in Uttarakhand, Gujarat's primary tiger reserve is Gir Forest National Park, known for Asiatic lions.

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Q.258 Medium General Studies I
The Little Rann of Kutch is primarily known for the conservation of which species?
A Indian Wild Ass
B Bengal Tiger
C Indian Lion
D Asiatic Elephant
Correct Answer:  A. Indian Wild Ass
EXPLANATION

The Little Rann of Kutch Sanctuary is known for protecting the Indian Wild Ass (Khur), which is endemic to this region.

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Q.259 Medium General Studies I
Which district of Gujarat has the highest literacy rate as per the 2021 census?
A Gandhinagar
B Surat
C Ahmedabad
D Vadodara
Correct Answer:  A. Gandhinagar
EXPLANATION

Gandhinagar district has the highest literacy rate in Gujarat as per recent census data, reflecting better educational infrastructure.

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Q.260 Medium General Studies I
The Sabarmati River originates from which state?
A Madhya Pradesh
B Rajasthan
C Gujarat
D Maharashtra
Correct Answer:  B. Rajasthan
EXPLANATION

The Sabarmati River originates from the Aravalli Hills in Rajasthan and flows through Gujarat before meeting the Arabian Sea.

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