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Q.31 Easy General Studies II
Which city in Gujarat is famous for its textile industry and is often called the 'Manchester of India'?
AVadodara
BAhmedabad
CSurat
DRajkot
Correct Answer:  B. Ahmedabad
Explanation:

Ahmedabad is historically known as the 'Manchester of India' due to its prominent textile and cotton industry.

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Q.32 Easy General Studies II
The Gir Forest National Park in Gujarat is primarily known for the conservation of which endangered species?
ABengal Tiger
BAsian Lion
CIndian Elephant
DOne-horned Rhinoceros
Correct Answer:  B. Asian Lion
Explanation:

Gir Forest National Park is the last natural habitat of the Asian Lion in India, with the majority of the world's wild Asiatic lions residing there.

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Q.33 Easy General Studies II
Which district of Gujarat is known for its diamond cutting and polishing industry?
ASurat
BValsad
CNavsari
DDaman and Diu
Correct Answer:  A. Surat
Explanation:

Surat is the diamond cutting and polishing capital of the world, accounting for a significant portion of the global diamond market.

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Q.34 Easy General Studies II
Which river is known as the 'Nile of Gujarat' due to its irrigation significance?
ANarmada River
BSabarmati River
CMahi River
DTapti River
Correct Answer:  A. Narmada River
Explanation:

The Narmada River, originating from Madhya Pradesh and flowing through Gujarat, is often called the 'Nile of Gujarat' for its critical role in irrigation and development.

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Q.35 Easy General Studies II
Under which article of the Indian Constitution are Panchayats recognized?
AArticle 240
BArticle 243
CArticle 370
DArticle 368
Correct Answer:  B. Article 243
Explanation:

Article 243 of the Indian Constitution deals with Panchayati Raj institutions, establishing the framework for local self-governance in rural areas.

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Q.36 Easy General Studies II
The Statue of Unity is located in which district of Gujarat?
AVadodara
BNarmada
CBharuch
DKheda
Correct Answer:  B. Narmada
Explanation:

The Statue of Unity, the world's tallest statue, is located on the Narmada River in Narmada district, commissioned in 2018 to honor Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

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Q.37 Easy General Studies II
What is the primary focus of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana launched in 2016?
AProviding LPG connections to BPL households
BSolar power generation in rural areas
CWater purification in villages
DElectricity distribution to remote areas
Correct Answer:  A. Providing LPG connections to BPL households
Explanation:

The PM Ujjwala Yojana aimed to provide LPG connections to Below Poverty Line (BPL) households, improving health and reducing dependency on biomass fuels.

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Q.38 Easy General Studies II
Which district in Gujarat has the largest population according to 2021 Census?
AAhmedabad
BSurat
CVadodara
DRajkot
Correct Answer:  A. Ahmedabad
Explanation:

Ahmedabad district has the largest population in Gujarat as per the 2021 Census data, with over 11 million inhabitants.

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Q.39 Easy General Studies II
What is the primary objective of the Ayushman Bharat Scheme (PM-JAY)?
APromote traditional medicine practices
BProvide health insurance coverage to BPL families
CEstablish Ayurvedic colleges
DRegulate pharmaceutical prices
Correct Answer:  B. Provide health insurance coverage to BPL families
Explanation:

The Ayushman Bharat Scheme (PM-JAY) aims to provide health insurance coverage of ₹5 lakh annually to Below Poverty Line and economically weaker families.

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Q.40 Easy General Studies II
Which animal species is endemic to the Gir Forest region and faces critical conservation status?
ABengal Tiger
BAsiatic Lion
CIndian Leopard
DSambhar Deer
Correct Answer:  B. Asiatic Lion
Explanation:

The Asiatic Lion is endemic to Gir Forest and is one of the most critically endangered big cats, with only a small population surviving in this region.

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