Q31. Which is the highest lake in India?
a) Pangong Tso
b) Tso Moriri
c) Tso Lhamo (Cholamu Lake)
d) Gurudongmar Lake
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Correct Answer: c) Tso Lhamo (Cholamu Lake)
Explanation: Tso Lhamo, also known as Cholamu Lake, is the highest lake in India, situated in Sikkim at an altitude of 5,330 meters (17,490 feet) above sea level. The lake is located near the India-China border and is a glacial lake fed by the surrounding snow-capped mountains.
Q32. Which is the largest saline water lake in India?
a) Chilika Lake
b) Pulicat Lake
c) Sambhar Lake
d) Lonar Lake
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Correct Answer: a) Chilika Lake
Explanation: Chilika Lake, located in Odisha, is the largest saline water lake in India. It is a brackish water lagoon that covers an area of approximately 1,100 square kilometers (425 square miles) and is separated from the Bay of Bengal by a narrow sandbar. The lake is a designated Ramsar site and is home to a rich biodiversity, including migratory birds and the endangered Irrawaddy dolphins.
Q33. Which is the largest freshwater lake in India?
a) Dal Lake
b) Loktak Lake
c) Wular Lake
d) Vembanad Lake
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Correct Answer: c) Wular Lake
Explanation: Wular Lake, located in Jammu and Kashmir, is the largest freshwater lake in India. The lake covers an area of approximately 189 square kilometers (73 square miles) and is fed by the Jhelum River. Wular Lake plays a crucial role in the hydrography of the Kashmir Valley and supports a rich biodiversity, including various species of fish and waterfowl.
Q34. Which is the longest natural cave in India?
a) Borra Caves
b) Belum Caves
c) Krem Liat Prah
d) Ajanta Caves
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Correct Answer: c) Krem Liat Prah
Explanation: Krem Liat Prah, located in Meghalaya, is the longest natural cave in India. The cave is part of the Jaintia Hills cave system and stretches for approximately 31 kilometers (19 miles). Meghalaya is known for its extensive network of limestone caves, which attract spelunkers and researchers from around the world.
Q35. Which is the longest river in southern India?
a) Krishna
b) Godavari
c) Kaveri
d) Tungabhadra
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Correct Answer: b) Godavari
Explanation: The Godavari is the longest river in southern India, flowing for approximately 1,465 kilometers (910 miles). The river originates in the Western Ghats in Maharashtra and flows through the states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh before emptying into the Bay of Bengal. The Godavari is often referred to as the “Dakshina Ganga” or the “South Ganges” due to its importance in the region.
Q36. Which is the longest dam in India?
a) Sardar Sarovar Dam
b) Hirakud Dam
c) Bhakra Dam
d) Nagarjuna Sagar Dam
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Correct Answer: b) Hirakud Dam
Explanation: The Hirakud Dam, located in Odisha, is the longest dam in India. The dam is built across the Mahanadi River and has a total length of 25.8 kilometers (16 miles). The primary purpose of the dam is flood control, irrigation, and hydroelectric power generation.
Q37. Which is the highest gallantry award in India?
a) Ashoka Chakra
b) Param Vir Chakra
c) Maha Vir Chakra
d) Kirti Chakra
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Correct Answer: b) Param Vir Chakra
Explanation: The Param Vir Chakra is the highest gallantry award in India, awarded for displaying the most conspicuous bravery, self-sacrifice, or extreme devotion to duty in the presence of the enemy. The award is given to military personnel, irrespective of rank, and can also be awarded posthumously.
Q38. Which is the highest civilian award in India?
a) Padma Vibhushan
b) Padma Bhushan
c) Padma Shri
d) Bharat Ratna
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Correct Answer: d) Bharat Ratna
Explanation: The Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award in India, conferred for exceptional service or performance of the highest order in any field of human endeavor. The award was instituted in 1954 and has been awarded to various distinguished individuals, including scientists, artists, politicians, and social workers.
Q39. Which is the largest Gurudwara in India?
a) Bangla Sahib
b) Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple)
c) Patna Sahib
d) Hazur Sahib
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Correct Answer: b) Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple)
Explanation: The Harmandir Sahib, also known as the Golden Temple, located in Amritsar, Punjab, is the largest Gurudwara in India. It is the holiest shrine in Sikhism and attracts millions of devotees and tourists every year. The temple is known for its stunning architecture, which features a gold-plated exterior and a serene pool surrounding the main sanctum.
Q40. Which is the tallest TV tower in India?
a) Doordarshan Tower, Delhi
b) Rameswaram TV Tower
c) Mumbai Television Tower
d) Kolkata TV Tower
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Correct Answer: b) Rameswaram TV Tower
Explanation: The Rameswaram TV Tower, located in Tamil Nadu, is the tallest TV tower in India, standing at a height of 323 meters (1,060 feet). The tower is used for transmitting television signals and is an important part of India’s telecommunications infrastructure.