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General Knowledge Questions Quiz Today

  1. What is the rank of India in terms of world population as of 2024?
    A) First
    B) Second
    C) Third
    D) Fourth
    Answer: A) First
    Explanation: India surpassed China in 2023 to become the most populous country in the world.
  1. Which state in India has the largest forest cover?
    A) Madhya Pradesh
    B) Arunachal Pradesh
    C) Chhattisgarh
    D) Maharashtra
    Answer: A) Madhya Pradesh
    Explanation: Madhya Pradesh has the largest forest cover in India, according to the Forest Survey of India report.
  1. What is the name of India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier?
    A) INS Arihant
    B) INS Vikrant
    C) INS Kalvari
    D) INS Chakra
    Answer: B) INS Vikrant
    Explanation: INS Vikrant, commissioned in 2022, is India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier.
  1. Which Indian state is the largest producer of coffee?
    A) Kerala
    B) Karnataka
    C) Tamil Nadu
    D) Andhra Pradesh
    Answer: B) Karnataka
    Explanation: Karnataka contributes over 70% of India’s coffee production.
  1. Who is regarded as the Father of the Indian Constitution?
    A) Jawaharlal Nehru
    B) Dr. BR Ambedkar
    C) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
    D) Rajendra Prasad
    Answer: B) Dr. BR Ambedkar
    Explanation: Dr. BR Ambedkar was the chairman of the drafting committee of the Indian Constitution.
  1. Which Indian city is famous for its diamond industry?
    A) Mumbai
    B) Surat
    C) Jaipur
    D) Kolkata
    Answer: B) Surat
    Explanation: Surat is a hub for diamond cutting and polishing in India.
  1. What is the main ingredient in the South Indian dish “idli”?
    A) Wheat
    B) Rice and urad dal
    C) Semolina
    D) Gram flour
    Answer: B) Rice and urad dal
    Explanation: Idli is made by fermenting a batter of rice and urad dal.
  1. Which planet is called the “Morning Star” or “Evening Star”?
    A) Mars
    B) Venus
    C) Jupiter
    D) Saturn
    Answer: B) Venus
    Explanation: Venus is visible at dawn and dusk, earning it the nickname “Morning Star” and “Evening Star.”
  1. Which Indian festival marks the harvest season in Punjab?
    A) Bihu
    B) Pongal
    C) Baisakhi
    D) Onam
    Answer: C) Baisakhi
    Explanation: Baisakhi is celebrated in Punjab to mark the harvest of the rabi crops.
  1. What does the “Ashoka Chakra” on the Indian national flag represent?
    A) Courage
    B) Justice
    C) Progress
    D) Dharma
    Answer: D) Dharma
    Explanation: The Ashoka Chakra symbolizes the eternal wheel of law (dharma).
  1. What is the primary language spoken in Nagaland?
    A) Naga
    B) English
    C) Assamese
    D) Hindi
    Answer: B) English
    Explanation: English is the official language of Nagaland, while there are many tribal dialects.
  1. Who was the first female Governor of an Indian state?
    A) Indira Gandhi
    B) Sarojini Naidu
    C) Vijayalakshmi Pandit
    D) Sucheta Kripalani
    Answer: B) Sarojini Naidu
    Explanation: Sarojini Naidu served as the first female Governor of Uttar Pradesh in 1947.
  1. Which Indian state has the longest coastline?
    A) Maharashtra
    B) Tamil Nadu
    C) Andhra Pradesh
    D) Gujarat
    Answer: D) Gujarat
    Explanation: Gujarat has the longest coastline of approximately 1,600 km.
  1. Which organization is known as the Space Agency of India?
    A) NASA
    B) ISRO
    C) DRDO
    D) HAL
    Answer: B) ISRO
    Explanation: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is responsible for India’s space missions.
  1. Which freedom fighter gave the slogan “Inquilab Zindabad”?
    A) Mahatma Gandhi
    B) Bhagat Singh
    C) Subhash Chandra Bose
    D) Bal Gangadhar Tilak
    Answer: B) Bhagat Singh
    Explanation: Bhagat Singh popularized the slogan “Inquilab Zindabad,” meaning “Long Live the Revolution.”
  1. What is the name of the highest civilian award in India?
    A) Padma Shri
    B) Bharat Ratna
    C) Padma Vibhushan
    D) Param Vir Chakra
    Answer: B) Bharat Ratna
    Explanation: The Bharat Ratna is India’s highest civilian award, instituted in 1954.
  1. Which Indian state is famous for the “Chilika Lake”?
    A) Odisha
    B) Andhra Pradesh
    C) Tamil Nadu
    D) Kerala
    Answer: A) Odisha
    Explanation: Chilika Lake, Asia’s largest brackish water lagoon, is located in Odisha.
  1. What is the term for the study of coins?
    A) Numismatics
    B) Archaeology
    C) Cartography
    D) Epigraphy
    Answer: A) Numismatics
    Explanation: Numismatics is the study of coins, currencies, and medals.
  1. Who was the first Indian to travel to space?
    A) Rakesh Sharma
    B) Kalpana Chawla
    C) Sunita Williams
    D) Vikram Sarabhai
    Answer: A) Rakesh Sharma
    Explanation: Rakesh Sharma flew aboard the Soyuz T-11 spacecraft in 1984.
  1. What is the traditional dance form of Kerala?
    A) Kathak
    B) Bharatanatyam
    C) Kathakali
    D) Odissi
    Answer: C) Kathakali
    Explanation: Kathakali is a classical dance-drama known for its elaborate costumes and makeup, originating from Kerala.

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