Which of the following is NOT a Ramsar Wetland site in Gujarat?
Answer: D
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.
Q.22Medium
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Gujarat was inscribed in 2001?
Answer: B
Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park in Panchmahal district was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001 for its unique cultural landscape.
Q.23Medium
Which former capital of an Indian princely state is now a popular tourist destination in Gujarat known for its palace architecture?
Answer: B
Vadodara was the capital of the Baroda State and is known for the Laxmi Vilas Palace and its rich cultural heritage.
Q.24Medium
The Kutch region of Gujarat is known for which traditional art form?
Answer: B
Kutch is internationally renowned for its Bandhani textile art, an ancient tie-and-dye technique producing colorful patterns.
Q.25Medium
The Dholavira site, an important Indus Valley Civilization site in Gujarat, is located in which island?
Answer: B
Dholavira, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kutch district, is located on Khadir Island and is one of the largest Indus Valley Civilization settlements.
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Q.26Medium
The White Rann of Kutch is composed primarily of which mineral deposit?
Answer: B
The Great Rann of Kutch, appearing white due to salt deposits, creates a unique landscape of crystalline salt formations, particularly visible during dry seasons.
Q.27Medium
The Rani ki Vav (Queen's Step Well) in Patan is an example of which architectural style?
Answer: B
Rani ki Vav is a 11th-century stepwell built during the Solanki dynasty and showcases intricate Indo-Aryan architectural design with religious symbolism.
Q.28Medium
Which of the following is the highest peak in Gujarat?
Answer: B
Girnar Mountain in Junagadh district, with an elevation of 1,117 meters, is the highest peak in Gujarat and is also a major pilgrimage site.
Q.29Medium
Which wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat is known for its flamingo population during winter months?
Answer: B
Khijadiya Wildlife Sanctuary near Jamnagar is renowned for hosting thousands of migratory flamingos and other water birds during the winter season.
Q.30Medium
Which ancient Indus Valley Civilization site in Gujarat was discovered on an island in the Great Rann of Kutch?
Answer: B
Dholavira is a major Indus Valley Civilization site located on Khadir Island in the Great Rann of Kutch, discovered in 1967.
Q.31Medium
The Sabarmati River originates from which state?
Answer: B
The Sabarmati River originates from the Aravalli Hills in Rajasthan and flows through Gujarat before meeting the Arabian Sea.
Q.32Medium
Which district of Gujarat has the highest literacy rate as per the 2021 census?
Answer: A
Gandhinagar district has the highest literacy rate in Gujarat as per recent census data, reflecting better educational infrastructure.
Q.33Medium
The Little Rann of Kutch is primarily known for the conservation of which species?
Answer: A
The Little Rann of Kutch Sanctuary is known for protecting the Indian Wild Ass (Khur), which is endemic to this region.
Q.34Medium
The Corbett Tiger Reserve mentioned for conservation is located in which state, while Gujarat has which tiger reserve?
Answer: A
While Corbett Tiger Reserve is in Uttarakhand, Gujarat's primary tiger reserve is Gir Forest National Park, known for Asiatic lions.
Q.35Medium
The Gir Forest is home to the Indian Lion. Approximately how many lions were present in the 2020 census?
Answer: B
The 2020 census recorded approximately 674 Asiatic lions in the Gir Forest region of Gujarat.
Q.36Medium
Which of the following is NOT a major port in Gujarat?
Answer: C
Paradip Port is located in Odisha, not Gujarat. Kandla, Mundra, and Surat are major ports in Gujarat.
Q.37Medium
The Kutch district of Gujarat is known for which traditional handicraft?
Answer: C
Kutch is renowned for its traditional embroidery, mirror work, and textile designs, reflecting its rich cultural heritage.
Q.38Medium
Which valley in Gujarat is known for being a major diamond and gemstone trading hub?
Answer: B
Surat is the world's largest diamond and gemstone trading center, processing and trading diamonds globally.
Q.39Medium
What is the primary economic activity in the Great Rann of Kutch region?
Answer: B
The Great Rann of Kutch is a major salt production area, with vast salt pans contributing significantly to India's salt output.
Q.40Medium
Which textile city in Gujarat is known for its synthetic fiber production and processing?
Answer: B
Surat is the hub of synthetic textile production in India, particularly known for polyester and synthetic fiber processing and weaving.
