Govt. Exams
Entrance Exams
Haryana has prioritized solar energy as the primary renewable source due to its geographical location and climate conditions, with significant investments in solar parks and rooftop solar initiatives to achieve its carbon neutrality goals.
# Understanding Haryana's Border with Delhi
Haryana is a state in northern India that surrounds Delhi on three sides, and knowing these geographical boundaries is essential for regional studies.
Step 1: Identify Delhi's Geographical Position
Delhi is located in the northern part of India and is surrounded by Haryana on multiple sides. To understand which sides, we need to visualize Delhi's position within the map of Haryana.
Step 2: Determine the Specific Borders
Haryana borders Delhi from the North (Haryana extends upward), the West (Haryana lies to the left), and the South (Haryana extends downward). The Eastern side of Delhi is not bordered by Haryana; instead, it borders Uttar Pradesh on the east.
The correct answer is (B) North, West, and South.
The state has been focusing on various employment schemes for rural development, though specific 2024 launches should be verified with latest state announcements.
The Deen Bandhu Chhotu Ram Thermal Power Plant (formerly known as Gorakhpur Thermal Power Plant) is located in Haryana.
The Haryana Pundit Lal Kavi Sammelan is dedicated to promoting Hindi literature and poetry in the state.
# Haryana Sahitya Akademi - Establishment Year
The Haryana Sahitya Akademi is a state literary institution dedicated to promoting literature and cultural heritage in Haryana.
Step 1: Understanding the Institution
The Haryana Sahitya Akademi is an autonomous body established by the Government of Haryana to encourage literary activities, preserve literary heritage, and promote Haryana's cultural identity through various literary programs and publications.
Step 2: Historical Fact - Establishment Date
The Haryana Sahitya Akademi was officially established on July 9, 1970, following the formation of Haryana as a separate state in 1966. This institution has since played a crucial role in recognizing and promoting literary works in Hindi and other regional languages.
The correct answer is (A) July 9, 1970.
The National Physical Laboratory, an autonomous research and development institution, is located in New Delhi but Haryana has significant scientific research institutions in Faridabad.
Renuka Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Paonta Sahib area and is shared between Haryana and Himachal Pradesh, known for wildlife conservation.
The National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI) in Karnal is a premier institution for dairy research and technology development in India.
# Yamuna Biodiversity Park Location
This question tests knowledge of geographical landmarks and biodiversity conservation sites in India.
The Yamuna Biodiversity Park is a protected ecological area established along the Yamuna River to conserve aquatic and terrestrial biodiversity in the National Capital Region. It is located at Wazirabad in Delhi, making it one of the important wetland conservation sites in the capital city.
Final Answer: (D) Delhi (Wazirabad)
