The Khimsar Fossil Park is located in which district of Gujarat?
Answer: A
Khimsar Fossil Park in Kutch district contains important paleontological specimens and geological formations from the Jurassic period.
Q.2Hard
Which scheme launched by the Gujarat Government aims to provide financial assistance to girl children from economically weaker sections?
Answer: A
Kanya Shiksha Nidhi is a Gujarat-specific scheme providing educational financial assistance to girl children from economically weaker families.
Q.3Hard
The Kutch Earthquake of 2001 measured approximately how many points on the Richter scale?
Answer: B
The 2001 Kutch earthquake measured 7.7 on the Richter scale, making it one of the most devastating earthquakes in Indian history.
Q.4Hard
Which industrial cluster in Gujarat is known for ceramic tile manufacturing and is one of the world's largest?
Answer: A
Morbi is the ceramic tile manufacturing hub of Gujarat and India, producing significant quantities of vitrified tiles globally.
Q.5Hard
The Rani Ki Vav (Queen's Step Well) in Patan is a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by which queen?
Answer: B
Rani Ki Vav was built by Rani Udayamati, the queen of Bhimdev I of the Solanki dynasty, in the 11th century.
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Q.6Hard
Which of the following National Parks in Gujarat is home to the Nilgai (Blue Bull) population?
Answer: B
Velavadar Blackbuck National Park in Bhavnagar district is home to significant populations of blackbucks and nilgai, protecting these endangered species.
Q.7Hard
The Chandni Chowk area redevelopment project is being undertaken in which major city of Gujarat?
Answer: A
Surat's Chandni Chowk redevelopment is a major urban revitalization project focusing on commercial and residential development in the heart of the city.
Q.8Hard
Which constitutional article specifically grants autonomous district council status to certain regions, affecting governance in some Indian states including border regions?
Answer: B
Article 371 of the Indian Constitution provides special provisions for certain states. Article 371-A specifically addresses special provisions for Nagaland, while other variants address different states.
Q.9Hard
The Bhadbhut Parikrama in Vadodara is associated with which religious leader?
Answer: C
The Bhadbhut Parikrama is historically associated with Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and the integration of Indian states.
Q.10Hard
Which law enforcement agency has jurisdiction over the Mundra Port SEZ in Kutch?
Answer: D
Customs and Central Excise authorities have jurisdiction over goods movement in ports and SEZs including Mundra Port.
Q.11Hard
The Bhakra-Nangal Dam project, though primarily in Himachal Pradesh and Punjab, provides water to which Gujarat district?
Answer: B
Water from the Bhakra-Nangal Dam is distributed to Banaskantha district in Gujarat through irrigation canals.
Q.12Hard
According to the latest 2024-25 budget allocation, which sector received maximum funds in Gujarat's development plan?
Answer: A
Recent budget allocations in Gujarat have prioritized infrastructure and transportation projects as part of the state's development agenda for 2024-25.
Q.13Hard
Which Indian state has the highest number of Gram Panchayats as per 2024 data?
Answer: B
Uttar Pradesh has the highest number of Gram Panchayats in India, exceeding 58,000 panchayats, followed by Bihar and Rajasthan.
Q.14Hard
The Koodal-Azhagar Temple mentioned in classical Tamil literature is located in which state?
Answer: A
The Koodal-Azhagar Temple is located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, and is one of the four temples mentioned in the Divya Prabandham of Tamil literature.
Q.15Hard
Which government initiative focuses on reducing stunting and malnutrition among children in India?
Answer: D
All three initiatives - PM Poshan Shakti Nirman, ICDS, and Mid-Day Meal Scheme - work collectively to address malnutrition and stunting among Indian children.
Q.16Hard
The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) has shown maximum penetration in which of these Gujarat districts?
Answer: D
PMJDY has been implemented across all districts with varying penetration rates; no single district dominates.
Q.17Hard
Which water management project in Gujarat faces challenges related to water distribution among states?
Answer: C
The Narmada Waters Dispute involves multiple states (Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat) regarding water allocation and dam construction.
Q.18Hard
The Khajuraho temple complex, though in Madhya Pradesh, shares architectural similarities with certain temples in which part of Gujarat?
Answer: B
Temples in Saurashtra region share similar Maru-Gurjara architectural styles with Khajuraho temples.
Q.19Hard
Which Constitutional article provides special status or consideration to Gujarat for backward areas?
Answer: D
Gujarat does not have a specific constitutional article like other states; it operates under general constitutional provisions.
Q.20Hard
Which coastal city in Gujarat has been designated as a potential hub for green hydrogen production under the National Green Hydrogen Mission?
Answer: B
Mundra has been identified as a strategic location for green hydrogen production due to its port infrastructure and renewable energy potential.
