Part of: Miscellaneous Indian Gk set 270

Consider the following Statements: India is the seventh largest country in the world. This is Qutub Minar. It is in Delhi. Raziah sultan is the first female sultan of delhi. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true?

Category: Miscellaneous Indian Gk

Hint: Consider each statement individually and verify its accuracy.

Correct Answer: C) Only 1, 2, 3.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Bank PO, CLAT, MAT

Difficulty: Easy

Explanations:

The question requires the student to evaluate the truthfulness of three statements related to India's geography, landmarks, and historical figures. Each statement must be considered individually to determine its accuracy.

The first statement, "India is the seventh largest country in the world," is true. India ranks seventh in terms of land area, covering approximately 3.28 million square kilometers. It is important to note that the size of a country can be measured in terms of both land area and total area (including water bodies). In terms of land area, India is indeed the seventh largest country, following Russia, Canada, China, the United States, Brazil, and Australia.

The second statement, "This is Qutub Minar. It is in Delhi," is also true. Qutub Minar is a historic minaret located in the city of Delhi, India. It is one of the most famous landmarks in the country and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The minaret was built in the early 13th century and stands at a height of approximately 73 meters. It is a significant architectural and historical monument, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of India.

The third statement, "Raziah Sultan is the first female sultan of Delhi," is true as well. Raziah Sultan, also known as Raziyya or Razia, was the first and only female Muslim ruler of the Delhi Sultanate. She ruled from 1236 to 1240 CE. Her reign was marked by significant administrative reforms and efforts to improve the governance of the Sultanate. Despite her relatively short rule, Raziah Sultan remains an important figure in Indian history, symbolizing the empowerment of women in leadership roles.

By verifying the accuracy of each statement, we can conclude that all three statements are true. Therefore, the correct answer is Option C, which states that all three statements (1, 2, and 3) are true.

Option Analysis:
  • Option A: This option is incorrect because it only includes statements 1 and 2, omitting statement 3, which is also true. Raziah Sultan was indeed the first female sultan of Delhi.
  • Option B: This option is incorrect because it only includes statements 2 and 3, omitting statement 1, which is also true. India is the seventh largest country in the world by area.
  • Option C: This option is correct because all three statements are true. India is the seventh largest country in the world, Qutub Minar is located in Delhi, and Raziah Sultan was the first female sultan of Delhi.
  • Option D: This option is incorrect because it only includes statements 1 and 3, omitting statement 2, which is also true. Qutub Minar is indeed located in Delhi.

Mnemonic: GK: G for Geography, K for Kings

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