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. …
Q1. The winter rain in Madras is caused by (a) South-West Monsoons (b) North-East Monsoons (c) Intense land and sea breezes (d) Cyclonic winds in the Bay of Bengal (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (b) North-East Monsoons Explanation: Madras (Chennai) receives winter rainfall due to the North-East Monsoon winds, which blow from the land to the …
Q1. Richter scale is used to measure (a) Earthquakes (b) Ocean depth (c) Intensity of wind (d) Temperature of the body (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (a) Earthquakes Explanation: The Richter scale quantifies the magnitude of earthquakes, based on the energy released. It is a logarithmic scale, meaning each increase by one unit represents a tenfold …