Which of the following rivers of India drains into the Bay of Bengal?
(A) Tapi
(B) Godavari
(C) Narmada
(D) Mahi
Mahanadi, Godavari, Krishna and Kaveri drain in the Bay of Bengal whereas Narmada drains in the Arabian Sea.
The steep rocky coast rising almost vertically above sea water is called ______.
(A) sea caves
(B) sea cliff
(C) sea arches
(D) ox-bow lake
A sea cliff refers to a steep rocky coast that rises almost vertically above the seawater. Sea cliffs are typically formed by the erosive action of waves over a long period of time, causing the coastline to retreat inland and leaving behind a vertical or near-vertical rock face. These formations are often found in areas with rugged coastlines and are a result of various geological processes and erosion by the sea. Sea cliffs can be impressive natural landmarks and are often admired for their dramatic and picturesque views.
As per the 2011 census of India, population density of which of the following states was less than 100 people per square kilometre?
(A) Himachal Pradesh
(B) Rajasthan
(C) Sikkim
(D) Tripura
The population density of India in the year 2011 was 382 persons per square km. Densities vary from 1,102 persons per square km in Bihar to only 17 persons per square km in Arunachal Pradesh. Arunachal Pradesh has the lowest population density in India.
The Indian Standard Time is calculated from the clock tower of ______.
(A) Hamirpur
(B) Rampur
(C) Mirzapur
(D) Sambalpur
Indian Standard Time is calculated from the clock tower in Mirzapur nearly exactly on the reference longitude of IST at 82°30'E, within four angular minutes. In 1905, the meridian passing east of Allahabad was declared as a standard time zone for British India and was declared as IST in 1947 for the Dominion of India.
Pin valley National park is situated in:
(A) Andhra Pradesh
(B) Arunachal Pradesh
(C) Himachal Pradesh
(D) Madhya Pradesh
Pin Valley National Park is a National park of India located in the Spiti Valley in the Lahaul and Spiti district, in the state of Himachal Pradesh. It is located in far northern India. It is part of Cold Desert (biosphere reserve).
Which animal was considered sacred in the Vedic period?
(A) Cow
(B) Horse
(C) Elephant
(D) Lion
Explanation: The cow was considered sacred and revered in the Vedic period.
Who was the god of fire in Vedic mythology?
(A) Agni
(B) Vayu
(C) Varuna
(D) Surya
Explanation: Agni was the god of fire and a significant deity in Vedic mythology.
Which Veda contains hymns about healing and medicine?
(A) Rigveda
(B) Yajurveda
(C) Samaveda
(D) Atharvaveda
Explanation: Atharvaveda contains hymns related to healing, medicine, and magic.
What is the concept of "Dharma" in Vedic philosophy?
(A) Duty and righteousness
(B) Liberation from cycle of rebirth
(C) Cosmic order
(D) Meditation and yoga
Explanation: Dharma in Vedic philosophy refers to one's duty and righteousness in life.
Who was the teacher of the gods in Vedic mythology?
(A) Agni
(B) Brihaspati
(C) Varuna
(D) Yama
Explanation: Brihaspati was considered the teacher of the gods in Vedic mythology.
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