Miscellaneous Indian GkSet 83

This set of 20 multiple-choice questions evaluates understanding of various concepts including administrative structure, military department, historical governance, Ancient Civilizations, geographical context, historical timeline, archaeology, urban planning, and cultural awareness. It covers topics such as the Delhi Sultanate, Medieval Indian rulers, environmental impact, economic geography, and Indian history, including the Indus Valley Civilization and the Indian Premier League.
1What, approximately, is the area of India, in square kilometers?
2Who won the first Season of DLF IPL
3What is the name of the religion with many gods and goddesses in Ancient India?
4Infantry day was obsereved on
5When was TISCO incorporated in India?
6Which civilization was the first to build with bricks?
7In the context of the administration of Delhi Sultanate, 'diwan-i-arz' refers to which of the following departments?
8Jones set up the the Asiatic Society of Bengal, and Started a journal called-
9India's most famous type of bread is called ......
10Choose the two states of North India
11Which one of the following is the main cause of land degradation in states like Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Orissa?
12Which was the first team to win 100 IPL matches?
13Who Killed Jalal-Udin-Khalji?
14Name the most Ancient Civilisation of Pakistan?
15Indian railways has handed over the specifically modified 10 railway broad gauge locomotives to which country (July 2020)
16A Japanese car company makes a new sedan in its Sriperumbudur plant, Chennai. Which country's GDP is this added to?
17Which of the following were two major cities of Ancient India?
18What is Nirvana?
19From which of the following states Ganga plains does not pass through?
20The country of India is a(n) .....

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the environmental impact of mining activities on land degradation?

Mining activities can lead to significant land degradation through soil erosion, deforestation, and pollution. These activities often result in the loss of fertile topsoil and can disrupt local ecosystems, affecting both flora and fauna.

Which ancient civilization first used bricks in construction?

The Indus Valley Civilization was the first to use bricks in construction. This civilization, located in the region of present-day Pakistan and northwest India, utilized baked bricks extensively in the urban planning and construction of cities like Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa.

What is the geographical classification of India?

India is geographically classified into several regions, including the Himalayan region, the Indo-Gangetic Plain, the Deccan Plateau, and the Coastal Plains. These regions are characterized by distinct topographical features and climatic conditions.

When was TISCO (Tata Iron and Steel Company) historically incorporated?

TISCO, now known as Tata Steel, was incorporated in 1907. It is one of the oldest and largest steel companies in India, playing a significant role in the country's industrial development.

What is the concept of Nirvana in Buddhism?

Nirvana in Buddhism refers to the ultimate goal of enlightenment, characterized by the cessation of suffering and the state of no desire. It is achieved through the elimination of craving, ignorance, and hatred, leading to a state of liberation from the cycle of rebirth.