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Miscellaneous Indian GkSet 242

This set of multiple-choice questions evaluates knowledge on a range of topics including Indian history, geography, politics, and culture. Concepts covered include the Mughal Empire, Indian geography, cultural festivals, and current affairs. Specific areas include the Indus Valley Civilization, Akbar, the Partition of India, and the Bengal region. The questions also assess understanding of religious texts, stock exchanges, and IPL player affiliations.

1Which river is called Yarlung Tsangpo in Tibet region and Jamuna in Bangladesh?

2In which season do we need more fat?

3Taking the advantage of weak later Mughals, the English began to increase their power in ....., the richest of the Indian provinces.

4The bulk (majority) of the Indian population, made up by mostly indigenous Indians, were known as which class?

5P.T Usha's Autobiography titled as?

6..... India is a peninsula.

7Wheat requires ..... of annual rainfall evenly distributed over the growing season

8During the partition of India, which religious group fled to Pakistan?

9Akbar was the ..... Mughal Emperor to rule India.

10All of the following control parts of Kashmir EXCEPT:

11Prime minster of India

12Parvez Rasool became the first cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir to play in the IPL. Which franchise did he play for?

13Largest city of the Indus Valley Civilization

14Which stock exchange was the first in Asia?

15Rickshaw pullers work for more than .....

16What cultural feature do most people in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Bangladesh share?

17Which of the following is not edited by Atal Bihari Vajpaye?

18The festive Mangal Shobhajatra is organized in .....

19How many Hymns were composed by Gurunanak Dev Ji

20If you wanted to travel from Kolkata to Bangalore, in which direction would you head?

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the economic and political significance of Bengal during the Mughal era and British colonial expansion?

Bengal was a crucial region due to its fertile land and extensive trade networks, making it economically significant. During the Mughal era, it was a major source of revenue and textiles. Under British colonial rule, it became a key center for the East India Company's operations and a hub for the opium trade.

Which city was the largest in the Indus Valley Civilization?

Mohenjo-daro was the largest city in the Indus Valley Civilization, known for its advanced urban planning and sophisticated drainage systems.

What is the current political leadership in India?

The current Prime Minister of India is Narendra Modi, who leads the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

What is the optimal annual rainfall range for wheat cultivation?

The optimal annual rainfall range for wheat cultivation is typically between 500 to 750 millimeters. This range ensures sufficient moisture for the crop without causing waterlogging.

How many hymns composed by Guru Nanak Dev Ji are included in the Guru Granth Sahib?

Guru Nanak Dev Ji composed 974 hymns that are included in the Guru Granth Sahib, the holy scripture of Sikhism.