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West Bengal GkSet 17

This set of multiple-choice questions evaluates knowledge of West Bengal's colonial history, administrative divisions, historical geography, culinary arts, cultural forms, and landmarks. Concepts covered include the 1911 Congress committee, Bengal Presidency, Bengali cuisine, Botanical Survey of India, Howrah Bridge, Indian National Congress, Indian landmarks, Indian metro systems, Indian political parties, Indian religious history, Indian scientists, Kolkata history, Kolkata landmarks, Kolkata metro, Kolkata slums, Kolkata traffic violations, Partition of India, Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis, Rabindra Setu, Shanti Niketan, West Bengal demographics, West Bengal geography, West Bengal history, and West Bengal Lok Sabha seats.

1Congress committee in 1911 Was held at

2What is the average family size in a Kolkata slum?

3Shanti Niketan is in

4In which city was the first metro train launched?

5Hindus were in majority

6Where is the headquarters of Tea Board of India located?

7Who founded the Institute of Nuclear Physics in Kolkata?

8..... was the worship of Kali and priest at calcutta kali mandir

9Which State in India was the largest province of british?

10The new name of Howrah Bridge is .....

11..... is found in Kolkata

12Where was the First Jute Mill set up in India?

13Which dish is considered a critical measure of a Bengali cook's abilities in the kitchen?

14East Bengal was to have a population of .....

15A captain has been fined and the challan was provided to him for non commercial license. For which city we will dispose the call under 'Raise Ticket ERT \> Emergency-Challan'?

16Where are the headquarters of Botanical Survey of India located?

17Total Number of Lok Sabha seats in West Bengal?

18Who founded India Party Bolshevik in 1939 at Calcutta?

19Doi Macch is a famous dish from .....

20Match the type of Drama with their state: Kirtana Natak

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the demographic majority in West Bengal?

The demographic majority in West Bengal is Hindu, comprising the largest religious group in the state. This reflects the state's significant cultural and religious diversity.

Where is the headquarters of the Botanical Survey of India located?

The headquarters of the Botanical Survey of India is located in Howrah, West Bengal. This institution plays a crucial role in the documentation and conservation of plant biodiversity in India.

Which landmark in Kolkata was renamed from Howrah Bridge?

The Howrah Bridge in Kolkata was renamed to Rabindra Setu. This renaming honors the renowned Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore, reflecting the cultural significance of the bridge.

What is the historical significance of the Kalighat Temple in Kolkata?

The Kalighat Temple in Kolkata is historically significant for its association with the worship of Kali, a form of the Hindu goddess. It is also associated with the religious figure Ramakrishna, who practiced intense devotion there.

When was the first metro train launched in India?

The first metro train in India was launched in Kolkata in 1984. This marked a significant milestone in urban transport infrastructure in the country.