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Indian States and Union Territories Questions

Multiple choice sociology culture study of culture the tribes of india tribes in madhya pradesh

The first Linguistic state in the Indian Union is ______.

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. Andhra Pradesh

  3. Tamil Nadu

  4. Kerala
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Andhra Pradesh emerged as a first linguistic state on Nov. 1, 1956. In Oct. 1953, the government of India was forced to create the first linguist state known as Andhra Pradesh by separating the Telugu speaking areas from Madras state. In Dec. 1953 Government of India appoint a three-member States Reorganisation Commission which submitted its report in 1955 and later in 1956 Andhra was separated officially and became a new state.

Multiple choice sociology culture study of culture the tribes of india tribes in madhya pradesh

In India, the states are divided on the basis of ________.

  1. Language

  2. Litrerature

  3. Heritage

  4. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Indian states were reorganized primarily on linguistic basis following the States Reorganisation Act of 1956, which created states along linguistic lines. This movement began with the creation of Andhra Pradesh for Telugu speakers in 1953. Language was the primary criterion for state boundaries, though other factors like administrative convenience were also considered.

Multiple choice sociology culture study of culture the tribes of india tribes in madhya pradesh

After Independence, the first state organized on the basis of language is.......

  1. Tamil Nadu

  2. Kerala

  3. Karnataka

  4. Andhra Pradesh
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

On October 1, 1953 Indian government was forced to create first linguistic state, known as Andhra state by separating the Telugu speaking areas from the Madras state. In December 1953 State Reorganisation Commission was appointed which submitted its report in September 1955. Officially on November 1, 1956 Andhra Pradesh came into existence

Multiple choice geography human environment interactions: the tropical and the subtropical region plantation of crops agricultural nature of indian economy the nature of the indian economy part 1

In which of the following states is terraced cultivation not practiced?

  1. Assam

  2. Haryana

  3. Nagaland

  4. TamilNadu
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Haryana.

Rice and other crops are grown on the terraces. Hilly areas use this method of cultivation. The states that practice this type of cultivation are Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, TamilNadu, and north-east states.

Multiple choice economics meaning and scope of public finance public finance, budget and fiscal policy government budget and economy public finance and budget

On June $4, 2017$, which State Government launched single-woman pension scheme across the state, thereby becoming the first state in India to launch such scheme?

  1. Telangana

  2. Andhra Pradesh

  3. Punjab

  4. Haryana
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Telangana launched the 'Aasara' pension scheme, which included a specific category for single women, making it the first state in India to implement such a targeted social security measure in 2017.

Multiple choice geography india : physiographic units islands islands of india to our own islands

The smallest Union Territory of India (area wise) is ________.

  1. Lakshadweep

  2. Puducherry

  3. Daman and Diu

  4. Dadar and Nagar Haveli
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

India has been divided into 29 states and 7 union territories for administrative convenience.

The largest union territory of India is Andaman and Nicobar island with an area of 8,249 sq. km.  
The smallest union territory of India is Lakshadweep with an area of 32 sq. km..

Multiple choice business studies tourism development in rajasthan tourism and transportation transportation in rajasthan tour and travel management

Which of the following states do not benefit from the project Bharatmala Pariyojana _______________.

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Himachal Pradesh

  3. Bihar

  4. Andhra Pradesh
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Bharatmala Pariyojana is a major infrastructure project in India. Based on the project scope and state coverage, Andhra Pradesh is not typically listed as a primary beneficiary state in the initial phases of this specific highway development project.

Multiple choice political science the electoral process election in indian democracy how the state government works working of state government

Mark the state where CPI-M enjoys strong support ______________.

  1. Punjab

  2. West Bengal

  3. Jammu and Kashmir

  4. Himachal Pradesh
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation
Communist Party of India - Marxist (CPI-M): Founded in 1964. Believes in Marxism-Leninism. Supports socialism, secularism, and democracy and opposes imperialism and communalism. Accepts democratic elections as a useful and helpful means for securing the objective of socio-economic justice in India. Enjoys strong support in West Bengal, Kerala, and Tripura, especially among the poor, factory workers, farmers, agricultural laborers, and the intelligentsia.
Multiple choice social science food security in india need for nregs rural development and employment guarantee scheme food security and nutrition

In which state 94% ration shops are run by cooperatives?

  1. Andhra Pradesh

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Orissa

  4. Bihar
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The cooperatives are playing an important role in food security in India, especially in the southern and western parts in India. The cooperative societies set up shops to sell goods to the poor people at lower prices.

  • Of all fair price shops operating in Tamil Nadu, nearly 94 percent are being run by the cooperatives.
  • In Delhi, Mother Dairy is providing milk and vegetables to the consumers at controlled prices which are decided by the Delhi Government.
  • Amul is another example in this regard. It has brought about the White Revolution in the country.

Multiple choice geography towards gender equality social aspects of gender and women's education position of women and major social evils women change the world

The 1991 census was not held in this state __________ .

  1. Punjab .

  2. Jammu and Kashmir .

  3. Karnataka .

  4. Andhra Pradesh .
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Census is conducted after every ten years since 1872 in India. The 1991 census of India was the 13th census among the series of census conducted. By March 1, 1991 the total counted population of India was at 843.931 million. No census was conducted in the state of Jammu &  Kashmir in 1991 due to the disturbed conditions prevailing there. Option B is correct answer.

Multiple choice geography irrigation and power solar power plant generation of electricity production of electricity from solar energy exploration and conservation of minerals secondary sector : industry

In which of the following state Rosa thermal power plant is located?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. Madhya Pradesh

  3. Odisha

  4. Haryana

  5. Punjab
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Rosa Power Plant is a coal-based thermal power plant located in the Shahjahanpur district of Uttar Pradesh.