Q41. In which year was the Indian Science Congress Association started?
a) 1901
b) 1914
c) 1921
d) 1928
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Correct Answer: b) 1914
Explanation: The Indian Science Congress Association (ISCA) was started in 1914. It was established to promote scientific research and knowledge dissemination in India.
Q42. When was the first ODI held in Eden Gardens?
a) 1982
b) 1985
c) 1986
d) 1987
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Correct Answer: c) 1986
Explanation: The first One Day International (ODI) match at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, was held on February 18, 1986, between India and Pakistan. Eden Gardens is one of the most iconic cricket stadiums in the world.
Q43. In which year was the Sundarbans National Park designated as a World Heritage Site?
a) 1983
b) 1987
c) 1989
d) 1992
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Correct Answer: b) 1987
Explanation: The Sundarbans National Park was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. The park is known for its unique mangrove ecosystem and is home to the Bengal tiger and other wildlife.
Q44. Who was the captain of the Indian football team when it won the Gold Medal in the 1951 Asian Games?
a) Krishanu Dey
b) Chuni Goswami
c) Shailen Manna
d) Pradip Kumar Banerjee
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Correct Answer: c) Shailen Manna
Explanation: Shailen Manna was the captain of the Indian football team that won the Gold Medal in the 1951 Asian Games held in New Delhi. He is considered one of the greatest footballers in Indian history.
Q45. In which year did Mihir Sen cross the English Channel?
a) 1957
b) 1959
c) 1960
d) 1962
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Correct Answer: c) 1960
Explanation: Mihir Sen became the first Indian to swim across the English Channel on September 27, 1958. His achievement was a significant milestone in Indian swimming history.
Q46. Which district in West Bengal has the highest forest cover?
a) Jalpaiguri
b) Darjeeling
c) Bankura
d) Purulia
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Correct Answer: a) Jalpaiguri
Explanation: Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal has the highest forest cover. The district is known for its rich biodiversity and is home to several wildlife sanctuaries and national parks.
Q47. Which type of forest is found in the Ganga-Brahmaputra delta in West Bengal?
a) Tropical Evergreen Forests
b) Mangrove Forests
c) Alpine Forests
d) Deciduous Forests
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Correct Answer: b) Mangrove Forests
Explanation: The Ganga-Brahmaputra delta in West Bengal is home to extensive mangrove forests, particularly in the Sundarbans region. These forests are known for their unique ecosystem and are crucial for coastal protection and biodiversity.
Q48. Which famous Bengali poet is known for his work “Gitanjali”?
a) Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay
b) Rabindranath Tagore
c) Michael Madhusudan Dutt
d) Kazi Nazrul Islam
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Correct Answer: b) Rabindranath Tagore
Explanation: Rabindranath Tagore is the author of “Gitanjali,” a collection of poems that earned him the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913. Tagore’s work has had a profound impact on Bengali literature and culture.
Q49. Which district in West Bengal is known for its terracotta temples?
a) Birbhum
b) Bankura
c) Hooghly
d) Nadia
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Correct Answer: b) Bankura
Explanation: Bankura district is renowned for its terracotta temples, especially in the town of Bishnupur. These temples, built during the Malla dynasty, are famous for their intricate terracotta artwork and historical significance.
Q50. Which famous Bengali writer is known for his novel “Chokher Bali”?
a) Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay
b) Rabindranath Tagore
c) Bibhutibhushan Bandyopadhyay
d) Manik Bandyopadhyay
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Correct Answer: b) Rabindranath Tagore
Explanation: “Chokher Bali” is a novel written by Rabindranath Tagore. The novel explores complex human emotions and relationships and is considered one of Tagore’s significant literary works.