Q31. The ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’, known for its spice trade, refers to which city?
a) Kochi
b) Mumbai
c) Goa
d) Chennai
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Correct Answer: a) Kochi
Explanation: Kochi, located in Kerala, is often referred to as the ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’. It has been a significant port city and a hub for the spice trade for centuries, attracting traders from around the world.
Q32. The Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks, known for their high-altitude flora and fauna, are located in which Indian state?
a) Himachal Pradesh
b) Uttarakhand
c) Sikkim
d) Arunachal Pradesh
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Correct Answer: b) Uttarakhand
Explanation: The Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks are located in Uttarakhand. These parks are UNESCO World Heritage Sites and are known for their exceptional biodiversity, including high altitude flora and fauna.
Q33. The city of Varanasi is famous for which of the following ghats?
a) Marine Drive
b) Dashashwamedh Ghat
c) Juhu Beach
d) Marina Beach
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Correct Answer: b) Dashashwamedh Ghat
Explanation: The city of Varanasi is famous for Dashashwamedh Ghat, one of the oldest and most important ghats on the Ganges River. It is known for its evening aarti (prayer) ceremony, which attracts thousands of pilgrims and tourists.
Q34. The city of Jaipur is famous for which of the following astronomical observatories?
a) Jantar Mantar
b) Nehru Planetarium
c) Birla Planetarium
d) Taramandal
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Correct Answer: a) Jantar Mantar
Explanation: The city of Jaipur is famous for Jantar Mantar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the largest and best-preserved collections of outdoor astronomical instruments in the world, built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in the early 18th century.
Q35. The ‘Blue City’, known for its blue-painted houses, refers to which city?
a) Jodhpur
b) Jaipur
c) Jaisalmer
d) Udaipur
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Correct Answer: a) Jodhpur
Explanation: Jodhpur, located in Rajasthan, is often referred to as the ‘Blue City’ due to the blue-painted houses around the Mehrangarh Fort. The blue color is traditionally associated with the Brahmin caste, but now it is popular among many residents for its cooling properties.
Q36. The city of Pondicherry is known for which of the following spiritual communities?
a) Osho Ashram
b) Auroville
c) Art of Living International Center
d) Isha Yoga Center
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Correct Answer: b) Auroville
Explanation: The city of Pondicherry is known for Auroville, an experimental township founded in 1968 with the vision of human unity and peace. It attracts visitors from all over the world interested in its unique approach to community living and spirituality.
Q37. The Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in which Indian state?
a) Bihar
b) Uttar Pradesh
c) West Bengal
d) Odisha
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Correct Answer: a) Bihar
Explanation: The Mahabodhi Temple is located in Bodh Gaya, Bihar. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Buddhists, as it is believed to be the location where Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha, attained enlightenment.
Q38. The city of Madurai is famous for which of the following festivals?
a) Onam
b) Pongal
c) Diwali
d) Chithirai Festival
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Correct Answer: d) Chithirai Festival
Explanation: The city of Madurai is famous for the Chithirai Festival, one of the longest celebrations in the world, lasting for a month. It is celebrated in the Meenakshi Amman Temple and includes a re-enactment of the wedding of Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareswarar.
Q39. The ‘Venice of the East’, known for its network of canals and backwaters, refers to which city?
a) Alleppey
b) Kochi
c) Goa
d) Mumbai
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Correct Answer: a) Alleppey
Explanation: Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, in Kerala, is often referred to as the ‘Venice of the East’ due to its extensive network of canals, lagoons, and backwaters. It is a popular destination for houseboat cruises.
Q40. The city of Bhubaneswar is known for which of the following temples?
a) Lingaraj Temple
b) Brihadeeswarar Temple
c) Kedarnath Temple
d) Badrinath Temple
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Correct Answer: a) Lingaraj Temple
Explanation: The city of Bhubaneswar is known for the Lingaraj Temple, one of the oldest and most prominent temples in Odisha. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, it is an exemplary specimen of the Kalinga style of architecture.