Kerala GkSet 6

This set of multiple-choice questions evaluates knowledge of Kerala's geography, history, culture, and economy. Concepts covered include agricultural suitability, traditional arts like Kathakali, environmental movements such as the Silent Valley Movement, and the state's role in Indian biodiversity. Questions also assess understanding of Kerala's rivers, cultural landmarks, and historical events, including the formation of the state and its political history.
1Kathakali is a art form of
2The fishing nets used in ..... look exactly like the Chinese fishing nets and are called cheena-vala.
3The brackish water of lagoons and lakes in Kerala, Odisha and West Bengal is used for
4Which of the following states performs much better in human development despite having lower per capita income?
5Which state is called "Land of coconut trees"?
6Who is the current finance minister of Kerala?
7Who is known as "kerala valmiki"?
8The state in which silent valley movement started is
9Who attacked the Portuguese using autilleries supplied by Zamorin, in a siege that lasted 4 months?
10The people who speak Malyalam belong to which one of the following states?
11In which year, did Kerala have its first election?
12First coir village of Kerala
13Consider the following statements: 1. The longest river of Kerala, Periyar rises near Annamalai hills. 2. Bharathapuzha is the second largest river of Kerala. 3. Pamba river which in the Vemobanad lake. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
14Which city is known as Queen of the Arabian Sea?
15Interesting Places in Thiruvananthapuram
16Where in India has a mysterious frog species been discovered in 2019 that emerges for less than four days during the monsoon for breeding and disappears for the rest of the year into a habitat still unidentified?
17Kerala is suitable to grow
18Kochi is a city in Kerala. True or false
19Kerala Piravi, marks the birth of the state of Kerala in southern India. The state of Kerala was created on
20Which place is known as "Vrindhavan of Kerala"?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary language spoken in Kerala?

The primary language spoken in Kerala is Malayalam. It is the official language of the state and is widely used in education, media, and administration.

Which state in India is known as the "God's Own Country"?

Kerala is known as the "God's Own Country." This nickname reflects the state's natural beauty, including its backwaters, beaches, and lush green landscapes.

What is the historical date of the formation of the state of Kerala?

The state of Kerala was formed on November 1, 1956. This date marks the reorganization of states in India based on linguistic boundaries.

Which river system is a significant geographical feature of Kerala?

The Periyar River is a significant geographical feature of Kerala. It is the longest river in the state and plays a crucial role in irrigation and hydroelectric power generation.

What is the Silent Valley Movement associated with?

The Silent Valley Movement is associated with environmental conservation efforts in Kerala. It aimed to protect the Silent Valley National Park from a proposed hydroelectric project.