Q51. Which railway station has the largest platform in the world?
a) Grand Central Terminal, New York, U.S.A.
b) Gare du Nord, Paris, France
c) Tokyo Station, Tokyo, Japan
d) Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Mumbai, India
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Correct Answer: a) Grand Central Terminal, New York, U.S.A.
Explanation: Grand Central Terminal, located in New York City, U.S.A., is the largest railway station in the world in terms of the number of platforms. The station has 44 platforms and 67 tracks, serving as a major transportation hub for the city and its surrounding areas.
Q52. Which is the largest port in the world?
a) Port of Shanghai, China
b) Port of Singapore, Singapore
c) Port of Rotterdam, Netherlands
d) Port of Los Angeles, U.S.A.
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Correct Answer: a) Port of Shanghai, China
Explanation: The Port of Shanghai, located in China, is the largest port in the world in terms of cargo throughput. The port handles a vast amount of international trade and serves as a major gateway for goods entering and leaving China.
Q53. Which is the busiest port in the world?
a) Port of Shanghai, China
b) Port of Singapore, Singapore
c) Port of Rotterdam, Netherlands
d) Port of Los Angeles, U.S.A.
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Correct Answer: a) Port of Shanghai, China
Explanation: The Port of Shanghai, located in China, is the busiest port in the world in terms of cargo throughput. The port handles a vast amount of international trade and serves as a major gateway for goods entering and leaving China.
Q54. Which is the longest railway in the world?
a) Trans-Siberian Railway
b) Canadian Pacific Railway
c) Indian Railways
d) Union Pacific Railroad
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Correct Answer: a) Trans-Siberian Railway
Explanation: The Trans-Siberian Railway, located in Russia, is the longest railway in the world, stretching approximately 9,289 kilometers (5,772 miles) from Moscow to Vladivostok. The railway connects various regions of Russia and serves as a vital transportation link for both passengers and cargo.
Q55. Which is the longest river in the world?
a) Nile River
b) Amazon River
c) Yangtze River
d) Mississippi River
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Correct Answer: a) Nile River
Explanation: The Nile River, located in Africa, is the longest river in the world, with a length of approximately 6,690 kilometers (4,160 miles). The river flows through 11 countries, including Egypt, Sudan, and Uganda, and serves as a vital source of water, transportation, and agriculture for millions of people.
Q56. Which is the longest river dam in the world?
a) Hirakud Dam, Odisha, India
b) Three Gorges Dam, China
c) Itaipu Dam, Brazil/Paraguay
d) Aswan High Dam, Egypt
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Correct Answer: a) Hirakud Dam, Odisha, India
Explanation: The Hirakud Dam, located in Odisha, India, is the longest river dam in the world, with a length of approximately 25.8 kilometers (16 miles). The dam was built across the Mahanadi River and serves multiple purposes, including flood control, irrigation, and power generation.
Q57. Which is the largest sea-bird?
a) Albatross
b) Pelican
c) Seagull
d) Frigatebird
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Correct Answer: a) Albatross
Explanation: The Albatross is the largest sea-bird, with a wingspan that can reach up to 3.7 meters (12 feet) in some species. These birds are known for their incredible ability to glide for long distances over the open ocean, using their large wings to take advantage of wind currents.
Q58. Which is the largest inland sea in the world?
a) Caspian Sea
b) Aral Sea
c) Dead Sea
d) Great Salt Lake
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Correct Answer: a) Caspian Sea
Explanation: The Caspian Sea, located between Europe and Asia, is the largest inland sea in the world, with a surface area of approximately 371,000 square kilometers (143,000 square miles). It is bordered by five countries: Russia, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Iran, and Azerbaijan.
Q59. Which is the brightest star in the sky?
a) Sirius A (Dog Star)
b) Vega
c) Arcturus
d) Rigel
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Correct Answer: a) Sirius A (Dog Star)
Explanation: Sirius A, also known as the Dog Star, is the brightest star in the night sky. It is located in the constellation Canis Major and is visible from most inhabited regions of the Earth. Sirius A is approximately 8.6 light-years away from Earth and is about twice as massive as our Sun.
Q60. Which is the tallest statue in the world?
a) Statue of Unity, Gujarat, India
b) Spring Temple Buddha, China
c) Ushiku Daibutsu, Japan
d) The Motherland Calls, Russia
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Correct Answer: a) Statue of Unity, Gujarat, India
Explanation: The Statue of Unity, located in Gujarat, India, is the tallest statue in the world, standing at 182 meters (597 feet) tall. The statue depicts Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, an Indian statesman and leader who played a crucial role in India’s struggle for independence and the unification of the country. The statue is situated near the Sardar Sarovar Dam on the Narmada River.