Q.11
Easy
The Sabarmati Riverfront Development Project (now Riverfront Trail) is primarily located in which city?
A Vadodara
B Ahmedabad
C Surat
D Rajkot
Correct Answer:
B. Ahmedabad Explanation:
The Sabarmati Riverfront Development Project in Ahmedabad has transformed the riverfront into a major recreational and cultural destination.
Q.12
Easy
Which river is known as the 'Nile of Gujarat' and originates from the Vindhya Range?
A Narmada River
B Tapti River
C Mahi River
D Sabarmati River
Correct Answer:
A. Narmada River Explanation:
The Narmada River, originating from Amarkantak in Madhya Pradesh, is often called the 'Nile of Gujarat' due to its significance in irrigation and agriculture in the state.
Q.13
Easy
The Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF) operates under which brand name?
A Amul
B Verka
C Sudha
D Mother Dairy
Explanation:
GCMMF operates under the brand name 'Amul', which has become synonymous with dairy products in India and is a major cooperative success story.
Q.14
Easy
The Gir Forest National Park is primarily known for the conservation of which endangered species?
A Bengal Tiger
B Indian Lion (Asiatic Lion)
C Indian Leopard
D Wild Boar
Correct Answer:
B. Indian Lion (Asiatic Lion) Explanation:
Gir National Park in Junagadh district is the last natural habitat of the critically endangered Asiatic Lion in the world.
Q.15
Easy
Which Indian independence leader, known as 'Mahatma', was born in Porbandar, Gujarat?
A Jawaharlal Nehru
B Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi
C Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
D Rajendra Prasad
Correct Answer:
B. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi Explanation:
Mahatma Gandhi was born in Porbandar on October 2, 1869, and Kaba Gandhi no Delo (his birthplace) is now a museum.
Q.16
Easy
Which industrial city in Gujarat is known as the 'Manchester of India'?
A Surat
B Ahmedabad
C Vadodara
D Rajkot
Correct Answer:
B. Ahmedabad Explanation:
Ahmedabad, with its numerous textile mills and industrial heritage, earned the nickname 'Manchester of India' during the early 20th century.
Q.17
Easy
In which year was the Gujarat State formed?
Explanation:
Gujarat State was formed on May 1, 1960, following the partition of Bombay State into Gujarat and Maharashtra.
Q.18
Easy
The Statue of Unity, world's tallest statue, is located in which district of Gujarat?
A Vadodara
B Narmada
C Bharuch
D Surat
Correct Answer:
B. Narmada Explanation:
The Statue of Unity, built to honor Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, is located in Narmada district on the Narmada River valley.
Q.19
Easy
Which of the following cities in Gujarat is known as the 'Manchester of India'?
A Vadodara
B Ahmedabad
C Surat
D Rajkot
Correct Answer:
B. Ahmedabad Explanation:
Ahmedabad is known as the 'Manchester of India' due to its prominent textile industry and manufacturing sector.
Q.20
Easy
The Somnath Temple in Gujarat is dedicated to which deity?
A Goddess Durga
B Lord Shiva
C Lord Krishna
D Lord Brahma
Correct Answer:
B. Lord Shiva Explanation:
The Somnath Temple is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in Saurashtra region.
