46) Which Indian leader was given the title of 'Lokmanya'?
ANSWER:-- Bal Gangadhar Tilak.
47) Ammonites are a type of what kind of ancient animal?
ANSWER:-- Mollusc.
48) What type of goods were historically sold at Leipzig's Christmas market(Germany)?
ANSWER:-- Candles and spices.
49) Who was the first Indian actress to receive the Padma Shri?
ANSWER:-- Nargis Dutt.
50) The Right to Freedom is described in which Article of the Indian Constitution?
ANSWER:-- Article 19.
51) What natural feature near Willow Lake reflects the Wrangell Mountains(USA)?
ANSWER:-- The glassy lake surface.
52) Which bacterium is used to make curds from milk?
Answer :-- Lactobacillus.
53) How do guanacos contribute to their ecosystem as grazers?
ANSWER:-- They enrich the soil.
54) What feature of the Rainbow Houses contributes to their cultural significance?
ANSWER:-- The arrangement of different colours.
55) What natural feature does the Merced River(USA) NOT impact significantly?
ANSWER:-- Sierra Desert.
56) How does the Royal Bengal tiger contribute to its ecosystem?
ANSWER:-- By stabilising prey populations.
57) How did canals transform cities like Amsterdam in the 17th century?
ANSWER:-- By shaping city designs for trading.
58) Who came to the India first, Alexander or Vasco da Gama?
ANSWER:-- Vasco da Gama(in 1498).
59) Which type of glass is used for making glass reinforced plastic?
ANSWER:-- E-Glass.
60) What is a common characteristic of the Christmas gnomes?
ANSWER:-- Long beards and red hats.
61) What geographical feature significantly influences Bormio's(Italy) identity?
ANSWER:-- Mountain ranges.
62) What surprising tree decoration is part of Christmas celebrations in Ukraine?
ANSWER:-- Spider Webs.
63) What do Advent calendars traditionally feature leading up to Christmas?
ANSWER:-- Candies.
64) What do the iconic towers of the Oberbaum Bridge(Germany) signify during the celebrations? ANSWER:-- The divide of East and West Berlin.
65) What does the name 'Gichigami' refer to in relation to Lake Superior(North America)?
ANSWER:-- Great Sea.
66) What seasonal changes enhance the beach experience in Mangaluru for visitors?
ANSWER:-- Clear skies and cooler evenings.
67) Who is Kings Mountain named after, relating to Alaska's history?
ANSWER:-- Al King.
68) What distinctive feature makes whooper swans easy to identify in winter?
ANSWER:-- Unique call.
69) What is the original name of Nuuk(Greenland) as founded in 1728?
ANSWER:-- Godthaab.
70) What significant geological formation is highlighted in Arches National Park(USA)?
ANSWER:-- Turret Arch.
71) How does the Matterhorn appear at sunrise from Lake Stellisee?
ANSWER:-- Glows softly.
72) What natural feature is prominently mentioned in the description of Lauterbrunnen?
ANSWER:-- Waterfall.
73) How do Eurasian otters communicate with each other?ANSWER:-- Whistles and chirps.
74) How many bastions does the Fortress of Palamidi(Greece) have?
ANSWER:-- Eight bastions.
75) What is the population of the small fishing village of Reine(Norway)?
ANSWER:-- 300 residents.
76) Who was the king that resumed construction of the basilica(San Francesco)?
ANSWER:-- King Ferdinand I.
77) What evidence of Ice Age animals has been found at White Sands National Park(Mexico)?ANSWER:-- Fossilised human footprints.
78) When is the best time to witness bubbles in Abraham Lake(Canada)?
ANSWER:-- Mid-January to mid-February.
79) What special day is dedicated to penguin awareness?
ANSWER:-- 20 January.
80) Which UNESCO title has been awarded to Olinda?
ANSWER:-- World Heritage Site.
81) Which king envisioned the creation of the Neuschwanstein Castle(Germany)?
ANSWER:-- Ludwig II.
82)* What unique structure sits atop Fanette Island in Emerald Bay(USA)?
ANSWER:-- Tea House.
83) What natural feature lies hidden in Corfu’s(Greece) interior?
ANSWER:-- Warm springs.
84) Which subspecies lives from India through Southeast Asia?
ANSWER:-- Bengal leopard cat.
85) Which endemic reptile inhabits the rocky Ibiza islets?
ANSWER:-- Ibiza wall lizard.
86) What natural pattern is typical across the salt flats?
ANSWER:-- Geometric cracks.
87) What connects Banff National Park and Jasper National Park(Canada) through winter scenery? ANSWER:-- Icefields Parkway.
88) What marks the conclusion of the Spring Festival?
ANSWER:-- Lantern Festival.
89) Which mineral is found in nearby Blue John Cavern(England)?
ANSWER:-- Fluorite.
90) What is a key hunting method used by the great egret?
ANSWER:-- Standing motionless.
91) Which type of plant lineage are the water lilies part of?
ANSWER:-- Nymphaceae.
92) Where does the Mendenhall Glacier originate from?
ANSWER:-- Juneau Icefield(Alaska).
93) Which rim is mentioned for views of condors and elk(California)?
ANSWER:-- South Rim.
94) How can visitors access the sea cliffs near Olo'upena Falls(Hawaii)?
ANSWER:-- By helicopter.
95) What role do elephants play in their ecosystem?
ANSWER:-- Seed dispersers.
96) Which blessing items are placed on bows of Samui’s longtail boats?
ANSWER:-- Decorative cloth.
97) The soft stone in Göreme (Turkey) was formed from what material (Turkey)?
ANSWER:-- Volcanic ash.
98) Why are humpback whale songs significant?
ANSWER:-- They are associated with breeding behaviour.
99) What main material dominates Akbar’s mausoleum exterior?
ANSWER:-- Red sandstone.
100) Why do grey seals sleep lightly when in the water?
ANSWER:-- To surface for air.
101) Between which two glaciers is Hveravellir located?
ANSWER:-- Langjökull & Hofsjökull.
102) Which Spanish region is home to the city of Cieza?
ANSWER:-- Murcia.
103) Which hunting style is typical of the sunbittern?
ANSWER:-- Slow steps.
104) What ancient era saw the construction of Lanyon Quoit?
ANSWER:-- Neolithic.
105) What is the main reason pandas face extinction risk?
ANSWER:-- Habitat loss.
106) What ancient fort lies in County Donegal(Ireland)?
ANSWER:-- Grianan of Aileach.
107) Which striking peak is visible from the park on clear days?
ANSWER:-- Mount Hood.
108) Which animal is a close relative of the manatee(Sea Animal)?
ANSWER:-- Elephant.
109) What does the Logan Creek Bridge (US) replace on the trail?
ANSWER:-- Steep ladder.
110) What natural feature surrounds Peggy's Cove village(Canada)?
ANSWER:-- Rocky coast.
111) Which habitat type is NOT typical for the demoiselle crane?
ANSWER:-- Dense forests.
112) How is the accessible part of Paradise Cave (Vietnam) reached?
ANSWER:-- Forest climb.
113) What does the anda of the Great Stupa (Sanchi) represent?
ANSWER:-- Universe.
114) Where do many native wildflower species still survive?
ANSWER:-- Nature reserves.
115) what have eggs long symbolised?
ANSWER:-- Fresh beginnings.
116) Castle Day in Japan is celebrated each year on which date?
ANSWER:-- 6-April.
117) Which region is home to the reefs where this clownfish–anemone pair thrives?
ANSWER:-- Raja Ampat.
118) Seattle is nicknamed the “Emerald City” due to what feature?
ANSWER:-- Evergreen landscape.
119) Within which protected area can visitors find Papagayo Beach?
ANSWER:-- Los Ajaches Natural Monument.
120) Which nations are part of the International Space Station partnership?
ANSWER:-- USA, Russia, Europe, Japan, Canada.
121) What is a key goal of International Dark Sky Week?
ANSWER:-- Reduce artificial light.
122) What natural backdrop enhances the tulip fields in Skagit Valley?
ANSWER:-- Mountain views.
123) What material were the moai statues primarily carved from?
ANSWER:-- Compressed volcanic ash.
124) Which sense does the grey-headed flying fox rely on for navigation?
ANSWER:-- Sight and smell.
125) What surprising evidence is found in Langza village of Spiti?
ANSWER:-- Marine fossils.
126) What makes Canyonlands ideal for seeing the Milky Way clearly?
ANSWER:-- Minimal light pollution.
127) What defensive strategy does the european hedgehog use when threatened?
ANSWER:-- Curl into ball.
128) What style of roof is featured on Anne Hathaway's historic cottage?
ANSWER:-- Thatched.
129) The galápagos penguin is native to which location?
ANSWER:-- Galápagos Islands.
130) Which Californian location is noted for coastal apple orchards?
ANSWER:-- Avila Beach.
131) In which mountain range is the spectacled bear primarily found?
ANSWER:-- Andes.
132) Which peoples have historic ties to Jasper National Park?
ANSWER:-- Nakoda and Secwépemc.
133) Why is Pitigliano nicknamed 'Little Jerusalem'?
ANSWER:-- Jewish quarter.
134) What rock type forms the cliffs of Smith Rock State Park?
ANSWER:-- Welded tuff.
135) Which plant is common in Shenandoah's National Park(USA) restored forests?
ANSWER:-- Mountain Laurel.
136) What is the name of the blue whale skeleton in Hintze Hall?
ANSWER:-- Hope.
137) Which animal leaps across Cap de Formentor ledges?
ANSWER:-- wild goats.
138) How many bastions does the Fortress of Palamidi(Greece) have?
ANSWER:-- Eight bastions.
139) Which crop benefits greatly from buzz pollination?
ANSWER:-- Tomatoes.
140) Which dynasty saw Wu Lizhen's tea growing efforts?
ANSWER:-- Han Dynasty.
141) Which natural ability helps some turtles return to their birthplace?
ANSWER:-- Magnetic sense.
142) What type of rock forms Tre Cime di Lavaredo(Italy) peaks?
ANSWER:-- Dolomite.
143) According to the 2023 Henley Passport Index, which country's passport is the most powerful passport in the world?
ANSWER:-- Singapore.
144) Who commissioned the construction of Hawa Mahal?
ANSWER:-- Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh.
145) *Which is the largest site of Harappan civilization?
ANSWER :-– Mohenjo Daro.
146) What key ecological role do lupines play in the soil?
ANSWER:-- Nitrogen fixing.
147) Which prey do sea otters control to protect kelp forests?
ANSWER:-- Sea urchins.
148)* After which war did Ashoka adopt Buddhism?
ANSWER :-- Kalinga War.
149) What is the main predator-avoidance tactic of plains zebras?
ANSWER:-- Disruptive stripes.
150) What mineral process gives the Xitai Jinaier Lake (China) contrasting colours?
ANSWER:-- Evaporation.
151) Which style is seen in Palermo's (Italy) UNESCO-recognised buildings?
ANSWER:-- Arab-Norman.
152) Which city was once famous for Golconda diamond trade?
ANSWER:-- Warangal.
153) What natural force helped shape Bardenas Reales(Spain)?
ANSWER:-- Wind and water.
154) Which ancient site lies along the Natchez Trace Parkway?
ANSWER:-- Pharr Mounds.
155) Who is said to have baptised Olcán at Dunseverick(Ireland)?
ANSWER:-- Saint Brendan.
156) What part of lion's mane jellyfish can still sting after washing ashore?
ANSWER:-- Tentacle.
157) Which historic structure in Vernazza served as a coastal defence?
ANSWER:-- Doria Castle.
158) In which protected area is Hnausapollur located?
ANSWER:-- Vatnajökull Park.
159) What do limpets primarily feed on when submerged?
ANSWER:-- Algae.
160) Which habitat is mentioned for the widespread mallard?
ANSWER:-- Camargue marshes.
161) What is Kuwohi(US) best known for within the Great Smoky Mountains?
ANSWER:-- Highest point.
162) Which feature helps hawksbill sea turtles feed among reefs?
ANSWER:-- Narrow beak.
163) Which Swiss mountain pass is reached via Tremola Road?
ANSWER:-- Saint Gotthard Pass.
164) In which state of India was the Panchayati Raj system first started?
ANSWER :-- Rajasthan.
165) What process causes a glacier to release an iceberg?
ANSWER :-- Calving.
166) In which country was Father's Day first celebrated?
ANSWER:-- USA.
167) Which is the first space station?
ANSWER :-- Salyut 1.
168) Who was the founder of the Gupta dynasty?
ANSWER:-- Shrigupta.
169) Which US national park contains the Quinault Rain Forest?
ANSWER :-- Olympic.
170) On which Japanese island is Mount Fuji located?
ANSWER :-- Honshu.
171) Which trees' remains are found along Boneyard Beach(Florida)?
ANSWER:-- Live oaks.
172) In which desert is the saguaro cactus naturally found?
ANSWER:-- Sonoran Desert.
173) When did the first war of independence against the British take place?
ANSWER:-- In the year 1857 A.D.
174) When did the Swadeshi movement start?
ANSWER:-- in protest against the partition of Bengal in 1905.
175) When did the 'Non-cooperation Movement' start?
ANSWER:-- In 1920.
176) When did the Indian National Congress pass the resolution of "Purna Swaraj"?
ANSWER:-- In the Lahore session of 1929.
177) When was India's first Five-Year Plan launched?
ANSWER:-- 1951.
178) What is the current currency of India?
ANSWER:-- Indian Rupee - INR.
179) In which state is the famous "Nathu La Pass" located?
ANSWER :-- Sikkim.
180) What does the Tahitian name Pora Pora translate to?
ANSWER :-- Firstborn.
181) What distinctive feature marks the coats of masai giraffes?
ANSWER = Jagged patches.
182) To which plant family does lavender belong?
ANSWER = Mint.
183) How does the plate-billed mountain toucan aid its ecosystem?
ANSWER = Dispersing seeds.
184) Why are lemon sharks important to marine ecosystems?
ANSWER = They control prey.
185) Which music artist was announced to perform at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games finale?
ANSWER = Rishab Rikhiram Sharma.
186) Which seasonal foods can be foraged in Helsinki's forests?
ANSWER = Bilberries.
187) Why was the Santa Catalina Arch originally built?
ANSWER = To hide nuns.
188) Which continent has no native owl populations?
ANSWER = Antarctica.
189) What type of species is a koala?
ANSWER= Marsupial.
190) Which historic republic founded the fortress city of Palmanova?
ANSWER= Venice.
191) Which tree species dominates Redwood National and State Parks(California)?
ANSWER= Coast redwood.
192) Which Indian chess player won the Kanizsa Open title(2026) in Hungary?
ANSWER= Pranesh M.
193) Which Central Asian country is home to Registan Square?
ANSWER= Uzbekistan.
194) Which river flows beside the town of Southwold(England)?
ANSWER= River Blyth.
195) Who defeated R Praggnanandhaa in the first classical game of the Grand Chess Tour final(2026)?
ANSWER= Fabiano Caruana.
196) Which river flows beneath Bamberg's Old Town Hall(Germany)?
ANSWER = Regnitz river.
197) Which community gives its name to Gabit Keni Beach(India)?
ANSWER = Gabit.
198) In which Italian region are the Cadini di Misurina located?
ANSWER == Veneto.
199) Which platform streamed the 2026 Emmy Awards live in India?
ANSWER == JioHotstar.
200) How do sea otters help maintain healthy kelp forests?
ANSWER == Eat sea urchins.
201) El Golfo is located on which Spanish island?
ANSWER == Lanzarote.
202) Which ocean lies alongside Komodo National Park’s islands?
ANSWER == Pacific.
203) Which lake supplies the glacial silt to the Kasilof River(Alaska)?
ANSWER == Tustumena Lake.
204) Which spacecraft did Artemis I send around the moon?
ANSWER == Orion.
205) Which Chinese province contains Zhangye National Geopark?
ANSWER == Gansu.
206) Which Indian boxer won the women's 75kg Asian Games(2026) gold on her 29th birthday?
ANSWER == Lovlina Borgohain.
207) What architectural styles are seen at Kunětická hora Castle?
ANSWER == Gothic and Renaissance.
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