1
Which of the following is a key feature of the Indian Constitution?
A
Unitary Government B
Federal System C
Socialism D
Secularism ๐ก Explanation
The Indian Constitution is based on a federal system, dividing power between the central government and the states. This allows for greater autonomy and representation at the state level.
2
Which of the following is a major component of the Indian economy?
A
Agriculture B
Manufacturing C
Services D
Mining ๐ก Explanation
The service sector is a major component of the Indian economy, accounting for over 50% of the country's GDP. This includes industries such as finance, IT, and tourism.
3
Which of the following is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in India?
A
Taj Mahal B
Qutub Minar C
Red Fort D
Humayun's Tomb ๐ก Explanation
The Taj Mahal is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized for its stunning architecture and historical significance. It was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
4
Which of the following is a major port city in India?
A
Mumbai B
Kolkata C
Chennai D
Visakhapatnam ๐ก Explanation
Mumbai is a major port city in India, serving as a key hub for international trade and commerce. The city's port handles a significant volume of cargo, including containers, bulk cargo, and liquid cargo.
5
Which of the following is the largest planet in our solar system?
A
Earth B
Saturn C
Jupiter D
Uranus ๐ก Explanation
Jupiter is the largest planet in terms of both mass and size, with a diameter of approximately 142,984 kilometers.
6
Which of the following rivers is the longest in India?
A
Ganges B
Brahmaputra C
Narmada D
Godavari ๐ก Explanation
The Brahmaputra River, also known as the Tsangpo-Brahmaputra, is the longest river in India, stretching approximately 2,900 kilometers.
7
Who was the first Prime Minister of India?
A
Jawaharlal Nehru B
Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya C
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel D
C. Rajagopalachari ๐ก Explanation
Jawaharlal Nehru was the first Prime Minister of India, serving from 1947 to 1964.
8
Which of the following is a major export of India?
A
Textiles B
Food grains C
Pharmaceuticals D
Information Technology ๐ก Explanation
India has a growing information technology industry, with many multinational companies setting up operations in the country.
9
Which of the following is a major festival in India?
A
Diwali B
Holi C
Navratri D
Raksha Bandhan ๐ก Explanation
Diwali is one of the major festivals in India, celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervor across the country.
10
Who was the first President of India?
A
Dr. Rajendra Prasad B
Jawaharlal Nehru C
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel D
C. Rajagopalachari ๐ก Explanation
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the first President of India, serving from 1952 to 1962.
11
Which of the following is a major mountain range in India?
A
Himalayas B
Aravalli C
Satpura D
Vindhya ๐ก Explanation
The Himalayas are the highest mountain range in the world, stretching across India and neighboring countries.
12
Which of the following is a major river in India?
A
Ganges B
Brahmaputra C
Narmada D
Godavari ๐ก Explanation
The Ganges River is one of the major rivers in India, considered sacred by Hindus and supporting agriculture and industry in the country.
13
Which of the following is a major export of India's information technology sector?
A
Software B
Hardware C
Telecommunications D
Information Technology ๐ก Explanation
India's information technology sector is a major contributor to the country's export earnings, with software being a key product.
14
Which of the following is a major river in the Himalayas?
A
Ganges B
Brahmaputra C
Sutlej D
Beas ๐ก Explanation
The Ganges River is one of the major rivers in the Himalayas, originating in the Gangotri glacier and flowing through India and Bangladesh.
15
Which of the following is a major export of India's pharmaceutical sector?
A
Drugs B
Medical devices C
Pharmaceuticals D
Biotechnology ๐ก Explanation
India's pharmaceutical sector is a major contributor to the country's export earnings, with pharmaceuticals being a key product.
16
What is the world's largest living structure, according to the Guinness World Records?
A
The Amazon Rainforest B
The Great Barrier Reef C
The Grand Canyon D
The Great Wall of China ๐ก Explanation
The Great Barrier Reef is indeed the world's largest living structure, spanning over 2,300 kilometers off the coast of Australia.
17
What is the name of the largest planet in our solar system?
A
Earth B
Saturn C
Jupiter D
Mars ๐ก Explanation
Jupiter is indeed the largest planet in our solar system, with a diameter of approximately 142,984 kilometers.
18
What is the name of the famous Indian festival celebrated with the lighting of lamps?
A
Diwali B
Holi C
Navratri D
Ganesh Chaturthi ๐ก Explanation
Diwali is indeed the festival of lights, celebrated with the lighting of lamps and fireworks across India.
19
What is the name of the famous Indian festival celebrated with the worship of snakes?
A
Navratri B
Holi C
Ganesh Chaturthi D
Sarpa Sankranti ๐ก Explanation
Sarpa Sankranti is indeed the festival celebrated with the worship of snakes, observed on the day of the snake's entry into the sun.
20
What is the name of the famous Indian festival celebrated with the worship of the goddess Durga?
A
Navratri B
Dussehra C
Holi D
Ganesh Chaturthi ๐ก Explanation
Dussehra is indeed the festival celebrated with the worship of the goddess Durga, marking the victory of good over evil.
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