Q21. Which is the biggest cantilever bridge in India?
a) Vidyasagar Setu
b) Rabindra Setu (Howrah Bridge)
c) Bandra-Worli Sea Link
d) Pamban Bridge
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Correct Answer: b) Rabindra Setu (Howrah Bridge)
Explanation: The Rabindra Setu, also known as Howrah Bridge, is the biggest cantilever bridge in India. Located in Kolkata, the bridge spans the Hooghly River and connects the city of Kolkata with Howrah. The bridge was completed in 1943 and is an iconic symbol of Kolkata.
Q22. Which is the longest canal in India?
a) Yamuna Canal
b) Buckingham Canal
c) Indira Gandhi Canal
d) Upper Ganga Canal
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Correct Answer: c) Indira Gandhi Canal
Explanation: The Indira Gandhi Canal, also known as the Rajasthan Canal, is the longest canal in India. It stretches for approximately 650 kilometers (404 miles) and runs through the states of Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan. The canal was constructed to provide irrigation and drinking water to the arid regions of Rajasthan.
Q23. Which railway station has the longest platform in India?
a) Kharagpur Junction
b) Gorakhpur Junction
c) Bilaspur Junction
d) Hubbali Junction
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Correct Answer: d) Hubbali Junction
Explanation: Hubbali Junction has the longest railway platform in India and in the world. It is 1,507 metres (4,944 ft) long.
Gorakhpur Junction in Uttar Pradesh is the second longest railway platform in India, measuring 1,366.33 meters (4,483 feet) in length. The platform was inaugurated in 2013 and serves as a major railway hub in the region.
Q24. Which is the longest railway tunnel in India?
a) Jawahar Tunnel
b) Pir Panjal Railway Tunnel
c) Karbude Tunnel
d) Chenani-Nashri Tunnel
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Correct Answer: b) Pir Panjal Railway Tunnel
Explanation: The Pir Panjal Railway Tunnel, located in Jammu and Kashmir, is the longest railway tunnel in India. The tunnel is 11.215 kilometers (6.97 miles) long and is part of the Jammu-Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Line project. The tunnel was completed in 2013 and provides an all-weather rail connectivity between the Kashmir Valley and the rest of India.
Q25. Which is the biggest stadium in India?
a) Eden Gardens
b) Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
c) Narendra Modi Stadium
d) Wankhede Stadium
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Correct Answer: c) Narendra Modi Stadium
Explanation: The Narendra Modi Stadium is an international cricket stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. It is the largest cricket stadium in the world, with a seating capacity of 132,000 spectators.
Q26. Which is the most populous city in India?
a) Delhi
b) Mumbai
c) Kolkata
d) Bangalore
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Correct Answer: b) Mumbai
Explanation: Mumbai, the capital city of Maharashtra, is the most populous city in India. The city is a major financial and commercial hub and is home to the Bollywood film industry. Mumbai’s population is a mix of diverse cultures, languages, and religions, making it a vibrant and dynamic city.
Q27. Which is the largest sea bridge in India?
a) Pamban Bridge
b) Vidyasagar Setu
c) Bandra-Worli Sea Link (Rajiv Gandhi Sea Link)
d) Mahatma Gandhi Setu
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Correct Answer: c) Bandra-Worli Sea Link (Rajiv Gandhi Sea Link)
Explanation: The Bandra-Worli Sea Link, also known as the Rajiv Gandhi Sea Link, is the largest sea bridge in India. The bridge is located in Mumbai and connects the western suburbs of Bandra with Worli in South Mumbai. The 5.6-kilometer (3.5-mile) long cable-stayed bridge was opened to the public in 2009 and has significantly reduced travel time between the two areas.
Q28. Which is the longest passenger train in India?
a) Vivek Express
b) Himsagar Express
c) Kerala Express
d) Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express
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Correct Answer: a) Vivek Express
Explanation: The Vivek Express is the longest passenger train in India. The train runs between Dibrugarh in Assam and Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu, covering a distance of approximately 4,273 kilometers (2,655 miles). The journey takes around 80 hours and passes through several states, making it the longest train route in India.
Q29. Which state has the longest coastline in India?
a) Gujarat
b) Andhra Pradesh
c) Tamil Nadu
d) Maharashtra
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Correct Answer: a) Gujarat
Explanation: Gujarat has the longest coastline among all the states in India, stretching for approximately 1,600 kilometers (994 miles). The state’s coastline is dotted with numerous ports, beaches, and fishing villages, making it an important region for trade, tourism, and maritime activities.
Q30. Which is the longest passenger train route in India?
a) Dibrugarh to Kanyakumari
b) Jammu Tawi to Kanyakumari
c) Amritsar to Kochuveli
d) New Delhi to Thiruvananthapuram
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Correct Answer: a) Dibrugarh to Kanyakumari
Explanation: The longest passenger train route in India is from Dibrugarh in Assam to Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu. The route is covered by the Vivek Express, which travels a distance of approximately 4,273 kilometers (2,655 miles) and takes around 80 hours to complete the journey. The train passes through several states, offering passengers a glimpse of the diverse landscapes and cultures of India.