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Question 311 Discuss
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The Pitti Bird Sanctuary is located in which Union Territory/State of India?

A
Tamil Nadu
B
Lakshadweep
C
Manipur
D
Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

Pitti Island is an uninhabited coral islet in the Lakshadweep archipelago. It is a significant nesting site for pelagic birds like the sooty tern and is protected as a bird sanctuary.
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What is the rate of movement of tectonic plate boundaries?

A
2 − 5 km per year
B
1 − 2 m per year
C
1 − 2 mm per year
D
1-2 inch per year

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: D

Tectonic plates move very slowly, typically at a rate of 1 to 10 centimeters (about 0.5 to 4 inches) per year. This rate is roughly equivalent to the speed at which human fingernails grow.
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Which river is known as 'Langchen Khambab' in Tibet?

A
Satluj
B
Indus
C
Brahmaputra
D
Jhelum

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: A

The Satluj River is known as Langchen Khambab (meaning 'Elephant River') in Tibet. It originates near Mount Kailash and enters India through the Shipki La pass. Note: Options were corrected to include 'Satluj'.
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As per Census 2011, which of the following union territories has the highest percentage of rural population?

A
Daman and Diu
B
Chandigarh
C
Delhi
D
Puducherry

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: D

Among the Union Territories listed, Puducherry has the largest proportion of rural residents. In contrast, Delhi and Chandigarh are almost entirely urbanized, with rural populations near or below 2%.
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In which of the followings years was the National Population Policy of India released?

A
1995
B
2000
C
2015
D
1952

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

The National Population Policy (NPP) was released in 2000 with the long-term objective of achieving a stable population by 2045. It focused on addressing unmet needs for contraception, health infrastructure, and integrated service delivery.
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Which Census decade recorded the highest population growth rate (in terms of percentage) in India?

A
2001-2011
B
1971-1981
C
1961 − 1971
D
1941-1951

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

India recorded its highest decadal population growth rate of 24.8% during the 1961-1971 decade. This period is often referred to as the phase of 'population explosion' in India.
Question 317 Discuss
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The navigable portion of Barak River in India is the 121 km stretch between Lakhipur and Bhanga, which was declared as in the year 2016.

A
NW- 8
B
NW-16
C
NW-5
D
NW-10

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

National Waterway 16 (NW-16) covers the Barak River from Lakhipur to Bhanga in Assam. It is a critical waterway for connectivity in Northeast India, particularly for the state of Manipur and southern Assam.
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According Census 2011 of India, which of the following union territories has the second highest literacy rate?

A
Lakshadweep
B
Chandigarh
C
Daman and Diu
D
Andaman and Nicobar

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

In 2011, Lakshadweep had the highest literacy rate among UTs (91.85%), followed by Daman and Diu (87.1%). These figures reflect successful educational outreach in these regions.
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The original non-metamorphic rock that undergoes profound physical or chemical changes leading to the formation of a metamorphic rock is known as:

A
Regolith
B
Protolith
C
Laterite
D
Bedrock

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

A protolith is the parent rock from which a metamorphic rock is formed. For example, the protolith of marble is limestone, and the protolith of slate is shale.
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Which of the following National Waterways (NW) is associated with the Udyogamandal and the Champakkara canals?

A
NW-10
B
NW-5
C
NW-25
D
NW-3

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: D

National Waterway 3 (NW-3), also known as the West Coast Canal, includes the Udyogamandal and Champakkara canals in Kerala. It runs from Kottapuram to Kollam and is an important inland water transport route.
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