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Indian States and Union Territories

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Indian States and Union Territories Questions

Multiple choice

Jharkhand was established on

  1. 15th November 2000

  2. 15th January 2000

  3. 5th November 2000

  4. 5th December 2000
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Jharkhand was carved out of Bihar on 15th November 2000 as the 28th state of India, under the Bihar Reorganization Act. This date commemorates the state's formation day annually.

Multiple choice

The state flower of Jharkhand is

  1. Palas (Eolm)

  2. Genda (Marigold)

  3. Kamal (Lotus)

  4. Gulab (Rose)
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Explanation

Palas (Butea monosperma), also known as Flame of the Forest, is the official state flower of Jharkhand. It's a vibrant orange-red flower that blooms abundantly in the region during spring.

Multiple choice

Which of the following states in India does not share boundary with Myanmar?

  1. Assam

  2. Manipur

  3. Nagaland

  4. Arunachal Pradesh
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Explanation

The Indian states sharing boundaries with Myanmar are Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, and Mizoram (from north to south). Assam does NOT share a boundary with Myanmar - it shares boundaries with Bhutan, Bangladesh, and other Indian states but is separated from Myanmar by the states of Nagaland, Manipur, and parts of Arunachal Pradesh.

Multiple choice

The new state formed in 1970.

  1. Kerala

  2. Goa

  3. Meghalaya

  4. UP
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Meghalaya was formed as an autonomous state within Assam in 1970 and became a full-fledged state on January 21, 1972. Among the options, Kerala was formed in 1956, Goa in 1987, and UP (Uttar Pradesh) has existed since 1950, making Meghalaya the correct answer for a state formed in 1970.

Multiple choice

Which Indian state among the following does not follow Panchayati Raj system?

  1. Punjab

  2. Assam

  3. Haryana

  4. Nagaland
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Nagaland does not follow the Panchayati Raj system as prescribed in the 73rd Constitutional Amendment. Article 243M(1) of the Constitution exempts Nagaland, Meghalaya, and Mizoram from the provisions of Part IX (Panchayati Raj). These states have their own traditional tribal institutions and customary practices for local governance.

Multiple choice

The smallest union territory is

  1. Puducherry

  2. Lakshadweep

  3. Chandigarh

  4. Daman and Diu
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Lakshadweep is the smallest union territory of India by area, consisting of 36 islands spread over 32 sq km. It is located in the Arabian Sea, off the Kerala coast.

Multiple choice

The Tungabhadra Project serves which two states?

  1. Karnatake and Andhra Pradesh

  2. Tamil Nadu and Kerala

  3. Madhya Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh

  4. Gujarat and Maharashtra
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Explanation

The Tungabhadra River is a tributary of the Krishna River and flows through both Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. The dam was built as a joint project between these two states to provide irrigation and hydroelectric power.

Multiple choice

In which state is the Sharavathy Project located?

  1. Karnataka

  2. Madhya Pradesh

  3. Maharashtra

  4. Tamil Nadu
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Explanation

Sharavathy river flows through Karnataka and is famous for Jog Falls, one of India's highest waterfalls. The Sharavathy hydroelectric project harnesses this river's power in the Jog Falls region.

Multiple choice

In which state is the Balimela Project located?

  1. West Bengal

  2. Orissa

  3. Bihar

  4. Bangladesh
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Balimela hydroelectric project is located on the Sileru River in Odisha (formerly Orissa). It is a joint project between Odisha and Andhra Pradesh and was constructed to harness the hydroelectric potential of the Eastern Ghats region.

Multiple choice

In which state is the Sabarigiri Project located?

  1. Kerala

  2. Karnataka

  3. Tamil Nadu

  4. Andhra Pradesh
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Explanation

The Sabarigiri hydroelectric project is located in Kerala's Pathanamthitta district on the Pamba river. It is one of the significant hydroelectric projects in the state and contributes to Kerala's power grid.

Multiple choice

Which of these states is not served by the Bhakra Nangal Project?

  1. Hiamchal Pradesh

  2. Punjab

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Gujarat
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Bhakra Nangal Project primarily serves Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Rajasthan through its extensive canal network. Gujarat is not directly served by this project, as it relies on different water resource systems like the Narmada and Sardar Sarovar projects. The Bhakra Nangal system was designed to address the water needs of northern states, particularly Punjab and Rajasthan. Note: Option A has a typo ('Hiamchal' should be 'Himachal').