General Studies I
Q.81
Medium
The Sundarbans mangrove forest, shared between India and Bangladesh, covers an area of approximately how many square kilometers?
A 5,000 sq km
B 10,000 sq km
C 15,000 sq km
D 20,000 sq km
Correct Answer:
B. 10,000 sq km Explanation:
The Sundarbans mangrove forest covers approximately 10,000 sq km, with about 40% in India (West Bengal) and 60% in Bangladesh.
Q.82
Medium
Which of the following statements about the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is correct?
A It was built in 1881 and uses narrow-gauge tracks
B It connects Kolkata to Darjeeling directly
C It operates only during summer months
D It was built by the British exclusively for military purposes
Correct Answer:
A. It was built in 1881 and uses narrow-gauge tracks Explanation:
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, built in 1881, operates on narrow-gauge tracks and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It connects Siliguri to Darjeeling.
Q.83
Easy
The Mahabodhi Temple, one of India's most sacred Buddhist sites, is located in which state?
A West Bengal
B Bihar
C Odisha
D Jharkhand
Explanation:
While this is a trick question, the Mahabodhi Temple is in Bihar (Bodh Gaya), not West Bengal. However, West Bengal has significant Buddhist heritage sites including Nalanda nearby.
Q.84
Medium
Which mineral is West Bengal particularly rich in and is extensively mined in its western regions?
A Gold
B Coal
C Iron Ore
D Copper
Explanation:
West Bengal, particularly in Asansol and surrounding areas, has significant coal reserves and mining operations for thermal power generation.
Q.85
Medium
Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar's most significant contribution to Indian education was:
A Establishing Calcutta Sanskrit College
B Promoting women's education and widow remarriage
C Founding the first university in India
D Creating a new educational curriculum in Sanskrit
Correct Answer:
B. Promoting women's education and widow remarriage Explanation:
Vidyasagar was a reformer who championed women's education and widow remarriage, transforming social norms in 19th-century Bengal.
Q.86
Medium
The Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary in West Bengal is primarily known for the conservation of which endangered species?
A Bengal Tiger
B Indian Rhinoceros
C Asian Elephant
D Clouded Leopard
Correct Answer:
B. Indian Rhinoceros Explanation:
Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary is famous for its Indian Rhinoceros population, though it also protects other wildlife including wild elephants.
Q.87
Medium
What is the primary occupation in the Sundarbans region of West Bengal?
A Agriculture
B Fishing and honey collection
C Tea cultivation
D Coal mining
Correct Answer:
B. Fishing and honey collection Explanation:
The Sundarbans' marshy terrain makes fishing and honey collection the primary occupations, along with collecting forest products.
Q.88
Medium
Which contemporary social issue in West Bengal relates to the practice of 'Chit Funds' scams, affecting thousands of investors since 2013?
A Agricultural crisis
B Unregulated financial schemes
C Real estate fraud
D Mining-related pollution
Correct Answer:
B. Unregulated financial schemes Explanation:
West Bengal has witnessed multiple Chit Fund scams involving unregulated financial schemes that defrauded investors of thousands of crores.
Q.89
Hard
The Kolkata Port Authority is responsible for managing India's only ____ port.
A Riverine
B Inland waterway
C Tidal river
D Deep-water
Correct Answer:
A. Riverine Explanation:
Kolkata Port is India's only major riverine port, located on the Hooghly River. It handles significant cargo despite being inland.
Q.90
Hard
Which of the following policies implemented by West Bengal government has specifically aimed at skill development among youth in 2023-2024?
A Kanya Vidyapith Scheme
B Tarunajyoti Scheme
C Samajwadi Pension Scheme
D Krishak Bandhu Scheme
Correct Answer:
B. Tarunajyoti Scheme Explanation:
The Tarunajyoti Scheme provides skill training and employment opportunities for youth in West Bengal, launched by the state government.
