Q.21
Medium
Which district in Haryana is known for the production of automotive components and is often called the 'Auto Hub of Haryana'?
A Faridabad
B Gurgaon
C Ambala
D Panipat
Correct Answer:
A. Faridabad Explanation:
Faridabad is known as the automotive and industrial hub of Haryana, producing a significant portion of India's automotive components.
Q.22
Medium
The Indus Valley Civilization site 'Banawali' is located in which Haryana district?
A Hisar
B Fatehabad
C Jhajjar
D Sonipat
Correct Answer:
B. Fatehabad Explanation:
Banawali, an important Indus Valley Civilization archaeological site, is located in Fatehabad district.
Q.23
Medium
Which of the following statements about Haryana's population density is correct according to the 2021 Census?
A Haryana has the lowest population density among Northern Indian states
B Haryana has a population density higher than the national average
C Haryana's population is primarily rural
D Haryana has seen negative population growth in recent years
Correct Answer:
B. Haryana has a population density higher than the national average Explanation:
Haryana has a population density of approximately 573 persons per km², which is higher than the national average of 382 persons per km².
Q.24
Medium
The Panipat Refinery, one of India's major petroleum refineries, is operated by which organization?
Explanation:
The Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) operates the Panipat Refinery, one of India's largest refineries.
Q.25
Medium
The State Institute of Health and Family Welfare (SIHFW) in Haryana is responsible for which of the following?
A Training health workers and paramedical staff
B Manufacturing pharmaceutical drugs
C Regulating private hospitals
D Conducting medical research only
Correct Answer:
A. Training health workers and paramedical staff Explanation:
SIHFW focuses on training and capacity building of health workers and paramedical personnel in Haryana.
Q.26
Medium
Which highway connects Delhi to Chandigarh and passes through Haryana, being a major arterial road?
A NH-1 (now NH-44)
B NH-2
C NH-10
D NH-48
Correct Answer:
A. NH-1 (now NH-44) Explanation:
NH-1, which is now designated as NH-44 after renumbering, connects Delhi to Chandigarh through Haryana and is a major national highway.
Q.27
Medium
The Ambala Cantonment was established by the British for which strategic reason?
A To control trade routes
B To serve as a military base for controlling the region
C To establish an administrative center
D To develop agricultural lands
Correct Answer:
B. To serve as a military base for controlling the region Explanation:
Ambala Cantonment was established as a British military base to control and administer the strategic northern region.
Q.28
Medium
Which Haryana district has the maximum forest cover according to recent forest surveys?
A Yamunanagar
B Panchkula
C Kaithal
D Mewat
Correct Answer:
B. Panchkula Explanation:
Panchkula district, located in the foothills of the Shivalik range, has the maximum forest cover in Haryana.
Q.29
Medium
The Surajkund Lake, an important water resource for Delhi and surrounding areas, is located in which Haryana district?
A Faridabad
B Gurgaon
C Sonipat
D Palwal
Correct Answer:
A. Faridabad Explanation:
Surajkund Lake is located in Faridabad district and serves as an important water source for the Delhi NCR region.
Q.30
Medium
Which of the following statements regarding Haryana's literacy rate is accurate based on the 2021 Census?
A Haryana has a literacy rate below the national average
B Haryana's female literacy rate exceeds its male literacy rate
C Haryana has one of the highest literacy rates among Indian states
D Haryana's literacy rate decreased compared to 2011 Census
Correct Answer:
C. Haryana has one of the highest literacy rates among Indian states Explanation:
Haryana has a literacy rate of approximately 75-76%, which places it among the states with higher literacy rates in India.
