West Bengal shares international borders with how many countries?
Answer: B
West Bengal shares international borders with Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Nepal, making it a strategically important state in northeastern India.
Q.2Medium
Which district in West Bengal is famous for its tea gardens?
Answer: A
Jalpaiguri district is renowned for its tea gardens, particularly the Darjeeling and Dooars tea regions, producing premium quality tea.
Q.3Medium
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur was established in which year?
Answer: A
IIT Kharagpur was established in 1951 as the first IIT in India, playing a crucial role in technical education development.
Q.4Medium
Which of the following minerals is NOT significantly found in West Bengal?
Answer: D
West Bengal is rich in coal, limestone, and other minerals, but uranium is not a significant mineral resource found in the state. Uranium is primarily found in Jharkhand and Andhra Pradesh.
Q.5Medium
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is included in which UNESCO World Heritage Category?
Answer: C
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train) is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the Cultural Property category.
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Q.6Medium
The Jalpaiguri district is also known by another name related to a famous region. What is it?
Answer: B
Jalpaiguri district includes the Dooars region, which is famous for its fertile plains, tea gardens, and agricultural products.
Q.7Medium
Which of the following is a traditional handicraft of West Bengal known worldwide?
Answer: B
West Bengal is famous for its Baluchari sarees and terracotta handicrafts, which are recognized for their intricate designs and craftsmanship.
Q.8Medium
The literacy rate of West Bengal as per Census 2021 is approximately:
Answer: C
The literacy rate of West Bengal as per Census 2021 is approximately 77%, which is above the national average.
Q.9Medium
Which of the following statements about the Ganges Delta is accurate?
Answer: B
The Ganges Delta (Sundarbans Delta) is the world's largest delta, stretching across West Bengal and Bangladesh, and is extremely biodiverse.
Q.10Medium
Kolkata was the capital of British India until which year?
Answer: B
Kolkata (formerly Calcutta) served as the capital of British India until 1911 when the capital was shifted to Delhi.
Q.11Medium
Which of the following districts in West Bengal is the largest producer of tea in India?
Answer: A
Darjeeling district is renowned for producing the world-famous Darjeeling tea, which has geographical indication (GI) status.
Q.12Medium
The Vikramashila University, an important ancient center of learning, was located in which present-day district of West Bengal?
Answer: C
Vikramashila University was established in Bhagalpur (now in Bihar), but it was an important Buddhist center of learning in the Bengal region.
Q.13Medium
Which state capital in India has the highest population density as per recent census data?
Answer: B
Kolkata has one of the highest population densities among major Indian cities, making it densely populated compared to other state capitals.
Q.14Medium
The Howrah Bridge, an iconic structure in West Bengal, was completed in which year?
Answer: B
The Howrah Bridge, also known as Rabindra Sarovar Bridge, was completed in 1943 and is a symbol of Kolkata's architectural heritage.
Q.15Medium
Which of the following is the correct sequence of West Bengal's geographical regions from north to south?
Answer: A
West Bengal's geography transitions from the Himalayan foothills in the north (Darjeeling region), to the Gangetic Plain in the middle, and to the Sundarbans Delta in the south.
Q.16Medium
The Partition of Bengal (1905) was proposed by which Viceroy of India?
Answer: A
Lord Curzon proposed the partition of Bengal in 1905 to divide the province, which led to massive nationalist protests and the Swadeshi movement.
Q.17Medium
Which mineral resource is most abundantly found in the Birbhum and Burdwan districts of West Bengal?
Answer: B
The Raniganj coalfield in Birbhum and Burdwan districts is one of the major coal-producing regions in India.
Q.18Medium
The Malda district in West Bengal is historically significant for production of which item that is protected by Geographical Indication?
Answer: B
Malda is famous for its mangoes, particularly the Himsagar variety, which has Geographical Indication status due to its unique taste and quality.
Q.19Medium
The Rammohun Roy, a social reformer from West Bengal, is primarily known for spearheading which movement?
Answer: B
Rammohun Roy was a key figure in the Bengal Renaissance, promoting social reforms, rationalism, and modernization in Bengal.
Q.20Medium
Which district in West Bengal is known as the 'Rice Bowl' of India?
Answer: C
Nadia district in West Bengal is renowned for its agricultural production, particularly rice cultivation, earning it the title 'Rice Bowl of India'.
