GK POST 16
250 GK QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS.
1) On which bank of river the City of Dibrugarh situated?
ANSWER:-- Bramhaputra river.
2) On which bank of river the City of Gaya situated?
ANSWER:-- Falgu (Niranjana) river.
3) On which bank of river the City of Purnia situated?
ANSWER:-- Koshi river.
4) Which country has a navy but no coastline?
ANSWER:-- Ethiopia.
5) Where is the headquarter of 'Archeological Survey of India (ASI)' located?
ANSWER:-- 1975.
7) When was the 'Gharial breeding project' established?
ANSWER:-- 1975.
8) Which waterfall is mentioned as a notable feature of Olympic National Park(USA)?
ANSWER:-- Sol Duc Falls.
9) Sarvesh Kushare became the first Indian to reach the final of which event in World Athletics Championship?
ANSWER:-- High Jump.
10) What role do snow leopards play in their ecosystem?
ANSWER:-- They are keystone species maintaining ecological balance.
11) Which digital platform aims to democratize e-commerce for small sellers?
ANSWER:-- ONDC.
12) What is a common behaviour observed in thick-billed ravens concerning their feeding habits?
ANSWER:-- They scavenge carrion and steal from others.
13) In which town are the Rainbow Houses located?
ANSWER:-- Houten (netharlands).
14)* What seasonal transformation do Japanese maple trees undergo in autumn?
ANSWER:-- They turn fiery shades of red, orange, and gold.
15) What is the long form of BIMSTEC?
ANSWER:-- Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation.
16) On which river the Kapildhara waterfall situated?
ANSWER:-- Narmada River (Madhya Pradesh).
17) On which river the Sahastradhara waterfall situated?
ANSWER:-- the Narmada in Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh, and the Baldi River in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
18) What is the height of Tiger Waterfall(Uttarakhand)?
ANSWER:-- 312 foot high.
19) What is the height of India's highest waterfall- Kunchikal waterfall?
ANSWER:-- 455 Foot.
20) On which river the Jog Fall situated?
ANSWER:-- Sharavati River.
21) Where is the Chitrakut Waterfall located?
ANSWER:-- Chhattisgarh.
22) When was the 'Indian Meteorological Department(IMD) established?
ANSWER:-- 1875.
23) Where is the headquarters of 'Indian National Ocean Information Services Centre' located?
ANSWER:-- Hyderabad.
24) When was the Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP) established?
ANSWER:-- 1966.
25) Which is the first overseas military facility operated by India?
ANSWER:-- Ayni Air Base.
26) 1) How many wildlife sancturies are there in Meghalaya?
ANSWER:-- 1967.
28) When was 'Manipur Thamin Project' established?
ANSWER:-- 1977.
29) How long do the Belogradchik Rocks stretch around the town of Belogradchik(Bulgaria)?
ANSWER:-- 30 kilometres.
30) What is the purpose of the PM Vishwakarma Yojana?
ANSWER:-- Support traditional artisans and craftsmen.
31) Which unique feature characterises the wildlife of Martimoaapa(Finland)?
ANSWER:-- Nearly 100 nesting bird species.
32) Name the member countries of BIMSTEC?
ANSWER:-- 1)Bangladesh 2)Bhutan 3) India 4)Myanmar 5)Nepal 6)Srilanka 7)Thailand.
8) Kapildhara Waterfall(MP) named after which person?
ANSWER:-- Kapil Muni.
33) On which river the Shivasamudram waterfall situated?
ANSWER:-- Kaveri River.
34) Where is the Kunchikal Waterfall is located?
ANSWER:-- Karnataka.
35) Where is the first hydro power house in Asia was established?
ANSWER:-- at Shivasamudram Falls on Kaveri River.
36)When and where the final move of headquarters of 'Indian Meteorological Department(IMD)'?
ANSWER:-- New Delhi in 1944.
37) Where is the headquarters of the Indian Institute of Packaging located?
ANSWER:-- Mumbai.
38) Which country developed the Ayni Air Base under an agreement with Tajikistan?
ANSWER:-- India.
39) Where is the headquarter of BIMSTEC?
150) What has significantly shaped the identity of Mangaluru for centuries?
ANSWER:-- Coastal trade and fishing.
151) How do the fishing communities in Mangaluru adapt their practices?
ANSWER:-- Based on seasonal tides and monsoon patterns.
152) Who transformed Rajasthan’s desert into a sandalwood forest?
ANSWER:-- Dr. Jogesh Choudhary.
153) What is the Dena'ina name for Kings Mountain in Alaska?
ANSWER:-- Bashtl'ech'.
154) What primarily attracts whooper swans to Japan from Siberia?
ANSWER:-- Open water and food.
155) What unique sporting facility does Nuuk have that is not found elsewhere?
ANSWER:-- World's only Arctic golf course.
156) Which ancient rock formation is considered the oldest known rock on Earth?
ANSWER:-- Acasta Gneiss.
157) What natural feature is famously mirrored at Lake Stellisee(Switzerland)?
ANSWER:-- Matterhorn.
158) Which famous author was inspired by the Lauterbrunnen Valley during his travels?
ANSWER:-- J.R.R. Tolkien.
159) What species was named Estonia's Animal of the Year in 2024?
ANSWER:-- Eurasian Otter.
160) What was the main purpose of the Fortress of Palamidi(Greece)?
ANSWER:-- A defensive stronghold.
161) What is the local term for traditional fishermen's cabins in Reine(Norway)?
ANSWER:-- Rorbuer.
162) What style of architecture is the Basilica of San Francesco di Paola?
ANSWER:-- Neoclassical.
163) What unique geological feature characterises White Sands National Park(Mexico)? ANSWER:-- Gypsum dunes.
164) What natural phenomenon occurs in Abraham Lake(Canada) during winter? ANSWER:-- Bubble formation.
165) What unique feature identifies a gentoo penguin among others?
ANSWER:-- Bright bill.
166) What historic goal was proclaimed on 26 January 1930?
ANSWER:-- Purna Swaraj.
167) What is the correct collective term for a zebra group?
ANSWER:-- Dazzle.
168) Which architectural style strongly shaped Olinda's look?
ANSWER:-- Portuguese.
169)* What inspired the design of Neuschwanstein Castle(Germany)?
ANSWER:-- Medieval legends.
170) Which natural process helped form Lake Tahoe's(USA) deep basin?
ANSWER:-- Glacial carving.
171) Which body has recognised Corfu’s Old Town(Greece) for heritage?
ANSWER:-- UNESCO.
172) Which subspecies is adapted to cold snowy forests?
ANSWER:-- Amur leopard cat.
173) Which islet near Ibiza is nicknamed the 'sleeping dragon'?
ANSWER:-- Es Vedranell.
174) Which feature makes Badwater Basin(California) globally distinctive?
ANSWER:-- Lowest point.
175) Which mountain was the site of Banff National Park(Canada) hot spring find?
ANSWER:-- Sulphur Mountain.
176) Which traditional calendar is used to set Chinese New Year?
ANSWER:-- Lunisolar.
177) Which habitat suits the fox in Grand Teton winter?
ANSWER:-- Valleys and forests.
178) What is the Old English meaning of the name Mam Tor?
ANSWER:-- Mother.
179) Which feature helps the great egret blend in snowy habitats?
ANSWER:-- Pure white plumage.
180) Which country is home to the Grand Cenote?
ANSWER:-- Mexico.
181) What causes the vivid blue tone of the glacier ice?
ANSWER:-- High ice density.
182) Which river carved the Grand Canyon's(Arizona,USA) immense landscape?
ANSWER:-- Colorado River.
183) Which body of water surrounds the island of Moloka'i?
ANSWER:-- Pacific Ocean.
184) Which country’s reserve is home to this elephant calf?
ANSWER:-- Kenya.
185) Which material is traditionally used to craft Ko Samui’s longtail boats?
ANSWER:-- Wood.
186) Which natural process shaped Cappadocia's rock pillars(Turkey)?
ANSWER:-- Wind and water.
187) What physical feature makes humpback whales easily recognisable?
ANSWER:-- Their long pectoral fins.
188) Which site in Sikandra houses Akbar’s final resting place?
ANSWER:-- Akbar's Tomb.
189) Which habitat allows grey seals to take deeper naps?
ANSWER:-- Quiet beaches.
190) Which feature gives Bláhver its striking blue colour?
ANSWER:-- Mineral-rich water.
191) What is celebrated during 'La Floración' in Cieza(Spain)?
ANSWER:-- Peach blossom.
192) In which habitat are sunbitterns most likely found?
ANSWER:-- Shaded streams.
193) Which English county is home to Lanyon Quoit?
ANSWER:-- Cornwall.
194) Which country is the native home of the giant panda?
ANSWER:-- China.
195) Which plant is linked to St. Patrick's teaching?
ANSWER:-- Shamrock.
196) What feature is Salmon Street Springs(US) best known for?
ANSWER:-- Water jets.
197) Which unique dental trait is found in manatees(Sea Animal)?
ANSWER:-- Continuous molars.
198) Which province in US is home to the West Coast Trail?
ANSWER:-- British Columbia.
199) Which Tanzanian site is famous for hosting african buffalo?
ANSWER:-- Ngorongoro.
200) Which ocean's waters does Peggy's Point Lighthouse face?
ANSWER:-- Atlantic.
201) Which regions serve as wintering sites for the demoiselle crane?
ANSWER:-- India.
202) In which country is the vast Paradise Cave found?
ANSWER:-- Vietnam.
203) Which emperor commissioned the Great Stupa at Sanchi?
ANSWER:-- Ashoka.
204) Which season sees wildflowers bloom after winter rains?
ANSWER:-- Spring.
205) What is the main purpose of the male black grouse’s lekking display?
ANSWER:-- To attract mates.
206) Which city in Lithuania is known for handmade wooden Easter eggs?
ANSWER:-- Vilnius.
207) Which influential samurai family built Hirosaki Castle?
ANSWER:-- Tsugaru clan.
208) What protects the ocellaris clownfish from a sea anemone’s stings?
ANSWER:-- Special mucus.
209) Which landmark is most closely associated with Seattle’s skyline?
ANSWER:-- Space Needle.
210) Which island is home to the volcanic shoreline of Papagayo Beach?
ANSWER:-- Lanzarote.
211) Which astronaut was the first human to successfully orbit Earth?
ANSWER:-- Yuri Gagarin.
212) Which US state hosts the vast Anza-Borrego Desert State Park?
ANSWER:-- California.
213) Which month typically hosts the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival?
ANSWER:-- April.
214)Where were most of Easter Island's moai originally carved?
ANSWER:-- Rano Raraku.
215) Which continent has no native bat species at all?
ANSWER:-- Antarctica.
216) Which natural barrier blocks Spiti Valley from monsoon rains?
ANSWER:-- Himalayas.
217) Which two rivers flow through Canyonlands National Park?
ANSWER:-- Colorado and Green.
218) Which sense primarily guides the european hedgehog in its foraging?
ANSWER:-- Smell and sound.
219) Which English town is home to Anne Hathaway's childhood cottage?
ANSWER:-- Stratford‑upon‑Avon.
220) Which oceanic feature enables galápagos penguins to thrive so far north?
ANSWER:-- Cool nutrient currents.
221) Which pollinators are drawn to apple blossoms in spring?
ANSWER:-- Bees and butterflies.
222) Which feature gives the spectacled bear its distinctive name?
ANSWER:-- Eye markings.
223) Which river’s bank is home to the historic Belém Tower?
ANSWER:-- Tagus.
224) Which Canadian province contains Jasper National Park?
ANSWER:-- Alberta.
225) Which ancient civilisation first settled Pitigliano?
ANSWER:-- Romans.
226) Which river carved the canyon within Smith Rock State Park?
ANSWER:-- Crooked River.
227) Which peak is the tallest in Shenandoah National Park(USA)?
ANSWER:-- Hawksbill Mountain.
228) Which architectural style defines London's Natural History Museum?
ANSWER:-- Romanesque Revival.
229) Which island hosts the cliffs of Cap de Formentor?
ANSWER:-- Mallorca.
230) What was the main purpose of the Fortress of Palamidi(Greece)?
ANSWER:-- A defensive stronghold.
231) Which method do bumble bees use to release pollen?
ANSWER:-- Buzz pollination.
232) Which mountain hosted early managed tea gardens?
ANSWER:-- Mengding Mountain.
233) Which part of a turtle's body is fused from many bones?
ANSWER:-- Shell.
234) In which country the Tre Cime Nature Park located ?
ANSWER:-- Italy.
235) What is the name of India's most recent warship that was inagurated by president Draupadi Murmu?
ANSWER:-- INS Vindhyagiri.
236) Which material gives Hawa Mahal its distinctive hue?
ANSWER:-- Sandstone.
237) *Which was the main port of Indus Valley Civilization?
ANSWER :– Lothal.
238) Which climate type helps lupines thrive in Northern California?
ANSWER:-- Mediterranean.
239) Which Alaskan bay is noted for hosting playful otters?
ANSWER:-- Kachemak Bay.
240) Which African park hosts strong plains zebra populations?
ANSWER:-- Serengeti National Park.
241) Which basin contains the high-altitude Xitai Jinaier Lake (China)?
ANSWER:-- Qaidam Basin.
242) Which market in Palermo(Italy) is famous for vibrant street life?
ANSWER:-- Ballarò.
243) Which dynasty built the UNESCO-listed Ramappa Temple?
ANSWER:-- Satavahanas.
244) Which Spanish region contains Bardenas Reales?
ANSWER:-- Navarra.
245) Which animals first created the paths of Natchez Trace?
ANSWER:-- Bison.
246) Which ancient road ended at Dunseverick Castle(Ireland)?
ANSWER:-- Slige Midluachra.
247) In which waters are lion's mane jellyfish most often seen?
ANSWER:-- Cold northern seas.
248) Which historic republic once used Vernazza for coastal defence?
ANSWER:-- Republic of Genoa.
249) What primary process formed the Hnausapollur crater(Icelandic Highlands)?
ANSWER:-- Glacial erosion.
250) Which part of Portugal is Praia da Ursa located along?
ANSWER:-- Atlantic coast.
