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West Bengal GkSet 39

This set of multiple-choice questions evaluates knowledge of West Bengal's agricultural productivity, climate, soil fertility, and historical events such as the Bengal famine and the Bangladesh Liberation War. It also covers cultural aspects including Bengali cuisine, literature, and traditions, as well as geographical features like the Sundarbans and the Ganga-Brahmaputra Delta. The questions assess understanding of colonial history, political movements, and recent state policies.

1Most of the West Bengal State of India and Bangladesh together constitute the delta of Ganga-Brahmaputra system. It is known as Sundar bans.

2Which among the following states announced lockdown restrictions till jun 30, 2020.

3..... is the birthplace of delicious Rasgulla?

4..... were very angry with British on the partition of Bengal.

5GANGA SPLITS INTO TWO BRANCHES AFTER REACHING WEST BENGAL NAMELY

6Who visited the eastern part of bengal to tell the people about the benefits of partition?

7What was Mukti Bahini?

8..... is a famous poet from Kolkata.

9This state is one of the main producers of vegetables:

10What is 'totem' in Bengali

11In 1770 famine in Bengal, about ..... was wiped out.

12What is this the language of Bengal?

13The poem Srikrishna Kirtan was written by Badu Chandidas of .....

14..... is the official animal symbol of West Bengal.

15The 106th Indian Science Congress(ISC) was held on 3rd january at Lovely professional university Jalandhar and inaugurated by Pm and science minister Dr.Harshvardhan with the theme 'India-Science and Technology' Where was the first ISC held?

16In which year and month did the Bengal people refuse the growth of Indigo

17Which heritage site in India is of universal importance for globally endangered species including the Royal Bengal Tiger, Ganges dolphins, estuarine crocodiles and the critically endangered endemic river terrapin?

18Who was West Bengal's chief minister in 1980?

19Majority of people in Kolkata speak

20The assembly of this state passed a Bill to give land rights to enclave dwellers recently?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the official animal symbol of West Bengal?

The official animal symbol of West Bengal is the Fishing Cat (Prionailurus viverrinus). This choice reflects the state's rich biodiversity and efforts in wildlife conservation.

Which historical event is associated with the Indigo Rebellion in Bengal?

The Indigo Rebellion, also known as the Nil Bidroho, occurred in 1859-1860 in Bengal. It was a significant peasant uprising against the oppressive practices of indigo planters.

What is the geographical origin of Rasgulla?

Rasgulla originated in the region of Bengal, specifically in the town of Kenduli in the Birbhum district of West Bengal. It is a popular sweet dish in Bengali cuisine.

What was the impact of the 1770 Bengal famine?

The 1770 Bengal famine, also known as the Great Bengal Famine, resulted in the death of approximately one-third of the population in the affected areas. It was one of the deadliest famines in history, exacerbated by British colonial policies.

What is the role of Mukti Bahini in the Bangladesh Liberation War?

Mukti Bahini, or the Freedom Fighters, played a crucial role in the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971. They were a group of Bengali nationalists who fought against the Pakistani military to achieve independence for Bangladesh.