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Indian States and Union Territories

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Indian States and Union Territories Questions

Multiple choice

Vikram Sarabhai Satellite Centre is situated in which state

  1. Kerala

  2. Andhra Pradesh

  3. Karnataka

  4. Tamilnadu
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) is located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Named after Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, the father of India's space program, it is ISRO's primary research and development center for satellite and launch vehicle technology. The center has been instrumental in developing India's satellite launch capabilities, including the PSLV and GSLV rockets.

Multiple choice

Which one of following States has a separate constitution?

  1. Sikkim

  2. Arunachal Pradesh

  3. Jammu and Kashmir

  4. Assam
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Jammu and Kashmir had its own constitution under Article 370, which granted it special autonomous status within the Indian Union. This provision allowed J&K to have a separate constitution, a state flag, and considerable autonomy over internal matters except defense, communications, and foreign affairs. The other states listed (Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam) operate under the uniform Indian Constitution without such special provisions.

Multiple choice

Which state won the Telecom India Excellence Award 2007?

  1. Madhya Pradesh

  2. Punjab

  3. Karnataka

  4. Haryana
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Haryana won the Telecom India Excellence Award 2007 for outstanding performance in telecommunications infrastructure implementation and rural telephony penetration in the state.

Multiple choice

The smallest Union Territory in India is

  1. Chandigarh

  2. Pondicherry

  3. Lakshadweep

  4. Andaman and Nicobar Islands
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Lakshadweep is the smallest Union Territory of India by area, covering only about 32 square kilometers. It's an archipelago of 36 islands. Chandigarh is larger (114 sq km), Pondicherry consists of multiple non-contiguous areas, and Andaman & Nicobar is vast (8,249 sq km).