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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 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 3979

Which state of India is considered as a cradle of modern Polo?

AAssam

BJharkhand

CManipur

DArunachal Pradesh

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C. ManipurManipur is considered the cradle of modern Polo. The game, locally known as Sagol Kangjei, originated in Manipur centuries ago. British officers stationed there during the 19th century were introduced to the sport and later popularized it internationally as modern Polo. Other options (for context)Assam: Known for tea plantations and cultural heritage, not Polo origin.Jharkhand: Known for mineral resources and tribal culture.Arunachal Pradesh: Famous for its scenic beauty and diverse tribes.

Question 3970

Name the state which shares longest border with Bangladesh.

AMeghalaya

BTripura

CWest Bengal

DNone of these

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C. West BengalExplanation: The Indian state that shares the longest border with Bangladesh is West Bengal. The total length of the India–Bangladesh border is approximately 4,096 km, making it the fifth-longest international border in the world. Out of this, about 2,217 km is shared by West Bengal alone. Other Indian states that share borders with Bangladesh are Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram. This border is crucial for trade, cultural exchange, and regional connectivity between the two nations.

Question 3949

Select the left bank tributary of the river Godavari.

AThe Penganga

BThe Bhima

CThe Tel

DThe Hemavati

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A. The PengangaExplanation not yet available.

Question 3948

Which of the following coastal places in India are the natural harbours? Select the correct answer from the code given below: Places: 1. Chennai 2. Kochi 3. Tutikorin 4. Vishakhapattnam Codes:

A1 and 2

B1 and 3

C2 and 4

D2 and 3

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C. 2 and 4The natural ports of India are: Mumbai, Kochi, Kolkota, Kandla, Paradip, Visakhapatnam, Mormugao, New Mangalore, VO Chidambaram, and Port Blair.

Question 3920

Jharkhand does not share boundary with _______.

AWest Bengal

BOdisha

CChhattisgarh

DMadhya Pradesh

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D. Madhya PradeshJharkhand shares its border with the states of West Bengal to the east, Chhattisgarh to the west, Uttar Pradesh to the northwest, Bihar to the north and Odisha to the south.

Question 3852

The basic reason of winter rainfall in northwestern part of India is:

Asouth-west monsoon

Btrade wind

Cretreating of monsoon

Dwestern disturbances

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D. western disturbancesExplanation not yet available.

Question 3851

Which one of the following coasts of India is located between Krishna delta and Cape Comorin?

ACoromandel Coast

BNorth Circar

CMalabar Coast

DKonkan Coast

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A. Coromandel CoastExplanation not yet available.

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Indian Geography

Meghalaya is having international border with:

Which of the following is the capital of Laksadweep ?

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

Which state of India is considered as a cradle of modern Polo?

Name the state which shares longest border with Bangladesh.

Select the left bank tributary of the river Godavari.

Which of the following coastal places in India are the natural harbours? Select the correct answer from the code given below: Places: 1. Chennai 2. Kochi 3. Tutikorin 4. Vishakhapattnam Codes:

Jharkhand does not share boundary with _______.

The basic reason of winter rainfall in northwestern part of India is:

Which one of the following coasts of India is located between Krishna delta and Cape Comorin?

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