India General Knowledge

The Aravalli Range is the oldest mountain range in India, dating back approximately 350-800 million years. It extends across Rajasthan, Haryana, Delhi, and Gujarat.

Rouff is a traditional folk dance form that originated in the Kashmir Valley. It is typically performed by women in groups during festive occasions and celebrations, especially during the spring season. The dance involves rhythmic movements and footwork in a circular pattern.

Banaras Hindu University (BHU), founded by Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya in 1916, is indeed Asia's largest residential university. Located in Varanasi, it houses over 30,000 students across its vast 1,300-acre campus with numerous faculties and residential facilities.

Wular Lake, located in the Kashmir Valley, is the largest freshwater lake in India. It spans approximately 12-100 square miles (varying by season) and serves as a crucial wetland ecosystem. Dal Lake is also in Kashmir but smaller, while Chilka Lake is a lagoon, not a freshwater lake.

The Jhabua tribe is primarily found in Madhya Pradesh, particularly in the Jhabua district. They are one of the prominent tribal communities of central India, known for their distinct cultural practices, traditional festivals, and agricultural lifestyle.

Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, is situated on the banks of the Gomati River (also spelled Gomti). The river flows through the city and holds cultural and historical significance. Other options are on different rivers: Agra (Yamuna), Ahmedabad (Sabarmati), Kolkata (Hooghly).

Andhra Pradesh became India's first linguistic state in 1953, carved out of Madras State after the Potti Sriramulu fasting agitation. Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka were formed later in 1956 along linguistic lines during the States Reorganisation Act.

In July 2001, Nandankanan Zoological Park in Bhubaneshwar witnessed a tragic incident where 12 tigers died from trypanosomiasis, a parasitic infection. This remains one of the worst tiger disasters in Indian zoo history.

Andaman & Nicobar Islands are called the 'Emerald Islands' due to their lush green tropical forests and natural beauty. The name refers to the verdant appearance of these islands in the Bay of Bengal.

Dhanushkodi, located at the southern tip of Rameswaram island in Tamil Nadu, is where the Indian Ocean meets the Bay of Bengal. It's a sacred pilgrimage site and confluence point of two major water bodies.