Q1. Underground Railways are being built in India at (a) Bombay (b) Calcutta (c) Hyderabad (d) Madras (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (b) Calcutta Explanation: Calcutta (Kolkata) was the first Indian city to build an underground railway system, known as the Kolkata Metro, inaugurated in 1984. It marked a milestone in urban transport, easing congestion and …
Q1. The great Indian Bustard is found in (a) Madhya Pradesh (b) Rajasthan (c) Assam (d) Nagaland (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (b) Rajasthan Explanation: The Great Indian Bustard, a critically endangered bird, is mainly found in the Thar Desert of Rajasthan. Conservation efforts are focused in Desert National Park, where its habitat is under threat …
Q1. The maximum percentage of the tribal population in India constitutes (a) Bhils (b) Santhals (c) Mundas (d) Nagas (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (b) Santhals Explanation: The Santhals are one of the largest tribal communities in India, primarily found in Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, and West Bengal. Their population size and cultural presence make them the …
Q1. In which of the following States the yield of forest wealth per acre is highest ? (a) Uttar Pradesh (b) Madhya Pradesh (c) Kerala (d) Assam (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (d) Assam Explanation: Assam’s dense forests and favorable climate contribute to high per-acre forest yield, including timber, bamboo, and medicinal plants. Its biodiversity and …
Q1. Which among the following States possesses oil resources based on geographical location ? (a) Kerala (b) Nagaland (c) Assam (d) Meghalaya (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (c) Assam Explanation: Assam is rich in petroleum reserves, with major oil fields in Digboi, Duliajan, and Naharkatia. It has been a pioneer in India’s oil industry, with Asia’s …
Q1. Which among the following States depends primarily on thermal power ? (a) Kerala (b) West Bengal (c) Tamil Nadu (d) Karnataka (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (b) West Bengal Explanation: West Bengal relies heavily on thermal power, especially from coal-based plants like Durgapur and Farakka. Its limited hydro resources make thermal energy the dominant source …
Q1. Black Pagoda is in (a) Egypt (b) Konark (c) Madurai (d) None of these (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (b) Konark Explanation: The Black Pagoda refers to the Sun Temple at Konark, Odisha, built in the 13th century. Its dark granite structure and towering architecture earned it the nickname, and it is a UNESCO World …
Q1. The crop which is sown with the commencement of Monsoon is (a) Rabi Crop (b) Kharif Crop (c) Cash Crop (d) None of these (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (b) Kharif Crop Explanation: Kharif crops are sown at the beginning of the monsoon season (June–July) and harvested in autumn (September–October). Examples include rice, maize, and …
Q1. At which place will you find maximum sunlight in December ? (a) Kanyakumari (b) Pune (c) Calcutta (d) Leh (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (a) Kanyakumari Explanation: Kanyakumari, being the southernmost tip of India, is closest to the equator. In December, it receives maximum sunlight compared to northern locations like Leh, which experience shorter days …
Q1. Maximum number of workers are employed in which of the following industries in India ? (a) Sugar (b) Textiles (c) Jute (d) Iron and Steel (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (b) Textiles Explanation: The textile industry is India’s largest employer in the industrial sector, providing jobs to millions across spinning, weaving, dyeing, and garment production. …