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General Studies I

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Which of the following crops is NOT a major agricultural product of Haryana?
A Wheat
B Rice
C Sugarcane
D Coconut
Correct Answer:  D. Coconut
EXPLANATION

Coconut is not grown as a major crop in Haryana due to climatic conditions. The state focuses on wheat, rice, sugarcane, and mustard.

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Which Haryana city has been developed as a major financial hub with planned IT parks and corporate offices in recent years?
A Panipat
B Gurgaon
C Rohtak
D Ambala
Correct Answer:  B. Gurgaon
EXPLANATION

Gurgaon (now Gurugram) has emerged as a major financial and IT hub with significant corporate presence and planned development.

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Which river forms the natural boundary between Haryana and Uttar Pradesh?
A Yamuna River
B Sutlej River
C Ghaggar River
D Markanda River
Correct Answer:  A. Yamuna River
EXPLANATION

The Yamuna River forms the eastern boundary of Haryana, separating it from Uttar Pradesh.

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The Haryana Pollution Control Board's primary regulatory focus includes monitoring which of the following?
A Only water pollution
B Only air pollution
C Air, water, and noise pollution, along with hazardous waste management
D Only industrial emissions
Correct Answer:  C. Air, water, and noise pollution, along with hazardous waste management
EXPLANATION

HPCB regulates and monitors multiple environmental parameters including air quality, water pollution, noise levels, and hazardous waste to protect public health and environment.

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The Haryana State Employment Exchange primarily focuses on which activity?
A Skill development training
B Job placement and employment registration
C Entrepreneurship promotion
D Foreign employment services
Correct Answer:  B. Job placement and employment registration
EXPLANATION

The State Employment Exchange registers job seekers and employers, facilitates job matching, and maintains employment statistics for the state.

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The Surajkund International Crafts Mela is held annually in which district of Haryana?
A Faridabad
B Gurgaon
C Rohtak
D Hisar
Correct Answer:  A. Faridabad
EXPLANATION

Surajkund International Crafts Mela is held in Faridabad district near Delhi, typically in February. It is renowned for showcasing traditional crafts from across India.

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Haryana is the leading producer of which agricultural commodity in India?
A Cotton
B Rice
C Sugarcane
D Mustard and rapeseed
Correct Answer:  D. Mustard and rapeseed
EXPLANATION

Haryana is India's leading producer of mustard and rapeseed, contributing significantly to the nation's oilseed production. The state's agro-climatic conditions are ideal for this crop.

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Under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme, how much annual income support is provided to eligible farmer families in installments?
A ₹4,000 per year in two installments
B ₹6,000 per year in three installments
C ₹8,000 per year in four installments
D ₹10,000 per year in five installments
Correct Answer:  B. ₹6,000 per year in three installments
EXPLANATION

PM-KISAN provides ₹6,000 per year to eligible farming families in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each. The scheme was launched in February 2019.

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The Mauryan Empire was established by which ruler?
A Ashoka
B Chandragupta Maurya
C Bindusara
D Dhanananda
Correct Answer:  B. Chandragupta Maurya
EXPLANATION

Chandragupta Maurya founded the Mauryan Empire around 322 BCE after overthrowing the Nanda dynasty with the help of Kautilya.

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Which is the most abundant element in the Earth's crust?
A Iron
B Silicon
C Oxygen
D Aluminum
Correct Answer:  C. Oxygen
EXPLANATION

Oxygen is the most abundant element in the Earth's crust, comprising approximately 46% of its composition.

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