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85 The Mahananda River rising in the is a tributary of Ganga.

A
Darjeeling hills
B
Kaimur hills
C
Chota Nagpur plateau
D
Nanda Devi peak

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: A

The Mahananda River originates in the Darjeeling hills of West Bengal. It is an important left-bank tributary of the Ganga, flowing through West Bengal, Bihar, and Bangladesh.
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As per Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, what is the total length of National Highways in India as of November 2022?

A
1,45,897 kilometres
B
1,85,633 kilometres
C
1,44,634 kilometres
D
1,86,908 kilometres

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

As of late 2022, the total length of the National Highway network in India reached approximately 1,44,634 km. The government has significantly increased the pace of highway construction to improve nationwide connectivity.
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Magnolia and Laurel trees are found in which type of forest in India?

A
Tropical Thorn Forests
B
Montane Forests
C
Tropical Deciduous Forests
D
Mangrove Forests

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

Magnolia and Laurel are common evergreen species found in the temperate montane forests of the Himalayas. These forests vary in species composition based on altitude and moisture availability.
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The cold subarctic climate region possesses forest lands having conifers as main vegetation. These forest lands are known as:

A
Savanna
B
Taiga
C
Tundra
D
Mangrove

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

Taiga, also known as boreal forest, is the world's largest land biome and is characterized by its coniferous forests consisting mostly of pines, spruces, and larches. It is found in high northern latitudes with cold subarctic climates.
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As per the reforms of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2023, how many minerals have been removed from the list of atomic minerals?

A
6
B
11
C
8
D
3

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: A

The 2023 Amendment removed 6 minerals (including Lithium, Beryllium, and Titanium) from the atomic minerals list to allow private sector participation in their mining. These are now classified as 'critical and strategic minerals' essential for green energy.
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The Sarda River rises in the glacier in the Nepal Himalayas.

A
Bokhar Chu
B
Siachen
C
Milam
D
Machoi

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

The Sarda River, also known as the Mahakali or Kali River, originates from the Milam Glacier in the Himalayas. It forms the international border between India's Uttarakhand and Nepal.
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As per Census 2011, which of the following states recorded negative growth in child sex ratio?

A
Haryana
B
Maharashtra
C
Himachal Pradesh
D
Punjab

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

In the 2011 Census, Maharashtra showed a decline in its child sex ratio (0-6 years) compared to the 2001 Census. While some states like Punjab and Haryana showed slight improvements from very low bases, Maharashtra's ratio worsened.
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The 'Agaria' community of the 19th century was associated with which of the following industries?

A
Cotton textile industry
B
Agro Industry
C
Iron industry
D
Wood industry

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

The Agarias were a community of traditional iron smelters in Central India. Their craft declined in the 19th and early 20th centuries due to colonial forest laws and the import of cheap British steel.
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As per Census of India 2011, which of the following states has the highest percentage of urban population in India?

A
Mizoram
B
Tamil Nadu
C
Gujarat
D
Maharashtra

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: A

Among the options provided, Mizoram has the highest percentage of urban population (52.1%). While Goa is the overall leader among all states, Mizoram is highly urbanized for a northeastern state.
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