Q.51
Medium
Which festival celebrated in West Bengal is known for its elaborate rituals and is recognized by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity?
A Durga Puja
B Pohela Boishakh
C Kali Puja
D Saraswati Puja
Correct Answer:
A. Durga Puja Explanation:
Durga Puja in West Bengal was recognized by UNESCO in 2021 as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity.
Q.52
Medium
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was constructed during which period of British India?
A 1881-1888
B 1872-1879
C 1890-1897
D 1865-1872
Correct Answer:
A. 1881-1888 Explanation:
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway was constructed between 1881 and 1888 by the British to connect Siliguri with Darjeeling, facilitating tea trade and tourism.
Q.53
Medium
The Ramakrishna Paramahamsa Mission's headquarters is located in which part of Kolkata?
A Belur
B Dakshineswar
C Alipore
D Howrah
Explanation:
The Ramakrishna Mission Institute of Culture and its headquarters are situated in Belur, West Bengal, established by Swami Vivekananda in 1899.
Q.54
Medium
The Teesta River, a major tributary system in North Bengal, originates from which mountain range?
A Shivalik Hills
B Kanchenjunga Range
C Darjeeling Hills
D Assam Hills
Correct Answer:
B. Kanchenjunga Range Explanation:
The Teesta River originates from the Kanchenjunga Range in Sikkim and is a crucial river for North Bengal's irrigation and hydroelectric projects.
Q.55
Medium
What is the total number of districts in West Bengal as per 2024?
Explanation:
West Bengal has 23 districts as per the latest administrative reorganization.
Q.56
Medium
Which of the following is NOT a UNESCO World Heritage Site in West Bengal?
A Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
B Sundarbans National Park
C Shantiniketan
D Victoria Memorial
Correct Answer:
D. Victoria Memorial Explanation:
Victoria Memorial is a national monument but not a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Shantiniketan is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Q.57
Medium
Who founded the Brahmo Samaj, which had significant influence in Bengal?
A Keshab Chandra Sen
B Raja Ram Mohan Roy
C Debendranath Tagore
D Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar
Correct Answer:
B. Raja Ram Mohan Roy Explanation:
Raja Ram Mohan Roy founded the Brahmo Samaj in 1828 in Kolkata.
Q.58
Medium
Which national park in West Bengal is the largest mangrove forest in the world?
A Gorumara National Park
B Sundarbans National Park
C Neora Valley National Park
D Buxa Tiger Reserve
Correct Answer:
B. Sundarbans National Park Explanation:
The Sundarbans is the world's largest mangrove forest ecosystem and a tiger reserve.
Q.59
Medium
The Darjeeling Tea Industry's establishment dates back to which period?
A 16th century
B 18th century
C 19th century
D 20th century
Correct Answer:
C. 19th century Explanation:
The Darjeeling tea industry was established in the 1850s-1870s during the British colonial period.
Q.60
Medium
Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the Right to Equality?
A Articles 12-18
B Articles 19-22
C Articles 23-28
D Articles 29-30
Correct Answer:
A. Articles 12-18 Explanation:
Articles 12-18 of the Indian Constitution deal with the Right to Equality under Part III (Fundamental Rights).
