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Question 3993

Which is the major crop of Tripura ?

ARice

BWheat

CPulses

DNone of these

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A. RiceRice is the major crop of Tripura. It is the staple food of the people of the state and occupies the largest share of cultivated land. The majority of Tripura’s population is engaged in rice cultivation, and the crop is mainly grown in three seasons — Aus (pre-kharif), Aman (kharif), and Boro (rabi). Favorable rainfall and fertile alluvial soil make Tripura ideal for paddy cultivation. Other options (for context) Wheat: Grown in limited areas and not a major crop in Tripura. Pulses: Cultivated on a smaller scale, mostly as a secondary crop. None of these: Incorrect, as rice is the predominant crop of Tripura.

Question 3992

What is the IATA (Internationa Transport Association) code Agartala airport ?

AIXA

BAGT

CCCU

DBOM

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A. IXAThe IATA code for Agartala Airport (officially known as Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport) is IXA. It is the main airport serving the state of Tripura and one of the busiest airports in Northeast India. The airport connects Agartala with major Indian cities such as Kolkata, Guwahati, and Delhi. Other options (for context) AGT: Refers to Guaraní International Airport in Paraguay, not Agartala. CCU: IATA code for Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata. BOM: IATA code for Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai.

Question 3991

Meghalaya is having international border with:

AMyanmar

BBhutan

CNepal

DNone of these

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D. None of theseMeghalaya shares its international border with Bangladesh, not with Myanmar, Bhutan, or Nepal. The state has a long southern boundary adjoining several districts of Bangladesh, including Sylhet and Mymensingh. This border stretches for about 443 km and is known for trade and cultural exchanges between the two regions. Other options (for context) Myanmar: Shares borders with Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, and Mizoram — not Meghalaya. Bhutan: Shares borders with Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, West Bengal, and Sikkim — not Meghalaya. Nepal: Shares borders with Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Sikkim, and West Bengal — not Meghalaya.

Question 3988

Which of the following is the capital of Laksadweep ?

AKajipet

BPort Blair

CKavaratti

DNone of these

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C. KavarattiKavaratti is the capital of the Union Territory of Lakshadweep. It serves as the administrative headquarters and is known for its scenic beauty, calm lagoons, and white sandy beaches. Kavaratti is also an important center for marine research and tourism in the Lakshadweep islands. Other options (for context)Kajipet: Not related to Lakshadweep; it is a locality in Telangana.Port Blair: Capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, not Lakshadweep.

Question 3987

The famous tribal dance 'Hozagiri' pertains to the tribe

AChakmas

BJamatis

CReangs

DTripuris

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C. ReangsThe famous tribal dance Hozagiri pertains to the Reang (also known as Bru) tribe of Tripura, India. It is a beautiful folk dance performed mainly by Reang women to celebrate joy and prosperity. The dance is known for its graceful body movements, rhythmic balance, and traditional attire, often performed to the beats of folk instruments like the Kham (drum) and Sumui (flute). Key facts State: Tripura Tribe: Reang (Bru) Features: Performed by women balancing bottles or earthen pitchers on their heads while dancing on narrow surfaces.

Question 3986

Which country of South America is the biggest producer of Petroleum ?

APeru

BVenezuela

CBrazil

DNone of these

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B. VenezuelaVenezuela is the largest producer of petroleum in South America. It possesses one of the world’s largest proven oil reserves, primarily located in the Orinoco Belt. Despite economic and political challenges, Venezuela has historically been a leading member of OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) and a key global oil supplier. Other options (for context) Peru: Produces oil in small quantities compared to Venezuela. Brazil: Has significant offshore oil fields but ranks below Venezuela in total reserves. None of these: Incorrect, as Venezuela is the largest petroleum producer in South America.

Question 3985

Who amongst the following is the author of the classical book “Gora" ?

ASamaresh Basu

BJohn Keats

CRabindra Nath Tagore

DSarat Chandra Chattopadhyay

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C. Rabindra Nath TagoreThe classical novel "Gora" was written by Rabindranath Tagore. It is one of his most famous works in Bengali literature, published in 1909. The novel explores complex themes such as identity, nationalism, religion, and social reform in colonial India. Through the character of Gora, Tagore portrays the awakening of national consciousness and the quest for true identity. Other options (for context)Samaresh Basu: Known for modern Bengali novels like Mahakaler Rather Ghora, not Gora.John Keats: An English Romantic poet, not a novelist.Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay: Famous for novels like Devdas and Parineeta, not Gora.

Question 3984

One of our former President is Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Azad. In his name APJ stands for -

AArif Pakir Jainulabdeen

BAvul Pakir Jainulabdeen

CAmir Pakir Jainulabdeen

DNone of these

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B. Avul Pakir JainulabdeenIn the name Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, the initials A. P. J. stand for Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen. His full name is Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam. He served as the 11th President of India (2002–2007) and is popularly known as the "Missile Man of India" for his significant contributions to India’s missile and space programs. Other options (for context) Arif Pakir Jainulabdeen: Incorrect, no historical record of this name. Amir Pakir Jainulabdeen: Incorrect, does not match Dr. Kalam’s full name.

Question 3983

Which state in our country has declared one insect, Blue Mormon, as its state butterfly?

AMaharastra

BHaryana

CUttar Pradesh

DMadhya Pradesh

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A. MaharastraMaharashtra became the first state in India to declare a state butterfly — the Blue Mormon (Papilio polymnestor). It is the second-largest butterfly found in India and is mainly seen in the Western Ghats region of Maharashtra. The Blue Mormon is known for its striking deep blue and black coloration, symbolizing the rich biodiversity of the state. Other options (for context) Haryana: Has not declared any official state butterfly. Uttar Pradesh: Known for its rich birdlife but no official state butterfly. Madhya Pradesh: Also has no officially declared state butterfly.

Question 3982

According to World Economic Forum, which organisation is the world's biggest employer ?

AIndian Railway

BIndian Army

CUS department of Defense

DNone of these

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C. US department of DefenseAccording to the World Economic Forum (WEF), the US Department of Defense is the world's largest employer. It employs over 3 million people, including active-duty military personnel, civilians, and reservists. This makes it the biggest workforce organization globally. Other options (for context)Indian Railways: One of the largest employers in India, with around 1.4 million employees.Indian Army: Has a very large workforce but still smaller compared to the US Department of Defense.None of these: Incorrect, as WEF identifies the US Department of Defense as the largest employer.

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Which is the major crop of Tripura ?

What is the IATA (Internationa Transport Association) code Agartala airport ?

Meghalaya is having international border with:

Which of the following is the capital of Laksadweep ?

The famous tribal dance 'Hozagiri' pertains to the tribe

Which country of South America is the biggest producer of Petroleum ?

Who amongst the following is the author of the classical book “Gora" ?

One of our former President is Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Azad. In his name APJ stands for -

Which state in our country has declared one insect, Blue Mormon, as its state butterfly?

According to World Economic Forum, which organisation is the world's biggest employer ?

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