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.42Easy
The Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF) operates under which brand name?
Answer: A
GCMMF operates under the brand name 'Amul', which has become synonymous with dairy products in India and is a major cooperative success story.
Q.43Medium
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.44Easy
The Gir Forest National Park is primarily known for the conservation of which endangered species?
Answer: B
Gir National Park in Junagadh district is the last natural habitat of the critically endangered Asiatic Lion in the world.
Q.45Medium
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.
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Q.46Medium
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.47Easy
Which Indian independence leader, known as 'Mahatma', was born in Porbandar, Gujarat?
Answer: B
Mahatma Gandhi was born in Porbandar on October 2, 1869, and Kaba Gandhi no Delo (his birthplace) is now a museum.
Q.48Medium
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.
Q.49Hard
Which port in Gujarat is Asia's largest port by cargo handling capacity?
Answer: A
Mundra Port in Kutch, operated by Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited, is Asia's largest private deepwater port and handles massive cargo volumes.
Q.50Medium
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.51Hard
Which dam in Gujarat is the longest earthen dam in India?
Answer: A
Ukai Dam on the Tapti River is one of the largest earthen dams in India and plays a crucial role in irrigation and power generation.
Q.52Medium
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.53Easy
Which industrial city in Gujarat is known as the 'Manchester of India'?
Answer: B
Ahmedabad, with its numerous textile mills and industrial heritage, earned the nickname 'Manchester of India' during the early 20th century.
Q.54Hard
The Kankaria Lake in Ahmedabad was constructed during the reign of which ruler?
Answer: C
Kankaria Lake was constructed during the reign of Mahmud Begada in the 15th century and is now a major recreational and cultural hub in Ahmedabad.
Q.55Medium
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.56Hard
The Textile Industry in Gujarat contributes approximately what percentage to India's total textile exports?
Answer: C
Gujarat's textile sector is one of the most significant contributors to India's textile exports, accounting for approximately 35-40% of national textile exports.
Q.57Medium
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.58Easy
In which year was the Gujarat State formed?
Answer: C
Gujarat State was formed on May 1, 1960, following the partition of Bombay State into Gujarat and Maharashtra.
Q.59Easy
The Statue of Unity, world's tallest statue, is located in which district of Gujarat?
Answer: B
The Statue of Unity, built to honor Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, is located in Narmada district on the Narmada River valley.
Q.60Medium
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.
