Q1.

1. “The land of Waterfalls”

2. The Highest Masonry Dam In The World – “Nagarjuna Sagar Dam”3. Situated on Deccan plateau this state is big enough to be the world’s 33rd largest country

4. 12th largest and 12th most populous state

• ANS. Telangana

Q2. 1. Major Producer of rice and sometimes called as “the rice bowl of India”

2. 144% of the total area of the state is covered by the forests so this is also called “the Green State”

3. Has one of the “Richest mineral wealth in India” about 28 types of minerals are found here.

4. Reduces 70% of India’s total output of “tendu leaves” used for making bidis.

• Ans. Chhattisgarh

Q3. 1. The literal meaning of the state is “The land of Mountain People”2. Also known as “song bird of east”

3. Ranked 2nd in terms of literacy rate- 91% and 2nd “least populous state” in India4. Leading producer of bamboos and famous for jhum cultivation

5. Highest concentration of “Tribal People in the world”

Ans. Mizoram

Q4.

1. This state has the longest coastline of 972 kms among all the states of India

2. This state has the only natural harbor of India and it is home to “Indian Navy’s Eastern Naval Command”

3. The state road transport corporation is in the “Guinness Book Of World Records” for having the largest fleet of vehicles approx. 23000

4. Has the “Largest Film Production facility In The World”

• Ans. Andhra Pradesh

Q5.

1. It was founded on November 15th 2000.

2. Out of the total mineral resources of the country 40% comes from this state.

3. Has one of the largest iron and steel producing plant in the world.

4. This state is home to one of the largest industrial zones of India.

Ans. Jharkhand

Ans. Jharkhand

Q6. 1. Largest Lion safari of the world and only White Tiger Safari in the world

2. It has a city where 64 dishes are made daily at the largest kitchen of the world

3. Rasagolla the famous sweet originated here

4. “The Temple City Of India” is located here

5. World’s Highest Electrified Track

6. Longest Dam in India is situated here.

Ans. Odisha

3. It was a union territory since 1950 but became an autonomous state in 1971

4. This state has only place in the whole of Asia to sport a “natural ice skating rink “

5. Chilgoza or pine nut is a rare nut grown in state alone

Q7.

1. A famous express of the state holds the world record of being the train to cover the steepest slope(5816ft) in least distance (just 96km)

2. Second least corrupt state of India

Answer: Himachal Pradesh

1. The State is called “The Land Of the Rising Sun”

2. It is the Largest among the North eastern states in terms of land area

3. Highest No. Of Regional Languages In Asia – around 30 languages in practice

4. It is one of the two states of India where English alone is the official language

5. The Largest Buddhist monastery- Tawang

Q8.

Ans. Arunachal Pradesh

1. The state is also called as “Home Of Bamboo”

2. Unakoti Hill is a famous tourist spot which contains huge rock cut engraved images of Lord Shiva

3. Geographically isolated and only one road NH-44 connects the state to rest of India

4. Handloom weaving is the single largest industry of the state

6. Main Folk Dances are bamboo dance, garia, hozagiri etc.

5. A very rare language “saimar” spoken in the state by only 4 people

Q9.

Ans. Tripura

1. The first printing press of Asia was installed in this state

2. The first medical school of India was established here in 1842 and demolished in 2004

3. It is the first state in India to permanently host the international film festival

4. This state has the highest bank saving deposit and highest forest density cover

5. Asia’s only floating casino was launched at the state’s harbour

6. The only state where we can hire a two wheeler taxi called “Pilots”

Q10.

Ans. Goa

1. The state has Highest no. of business enterprises.

2. Stands 2nd in total employment in India.

3. This state mostly known as the land of classical form of dance “ Bharatnatyam ’’.

4. This state top among Indian states about 100% of gross Enrollment ratio in Primary & Upper primary education

5. When India adopted national standards, this state’s language was the 1st to be recognized.

Q11.

• Ans. Tamil Nadu

1. Agriculture is the largest industry in this state.

2. This state has the largest no. of steel rolling mill plants in India.

3. State bird is ‘‘ Baz ’’, state animal is the ‘‘Blackbuck ’’ , & the state tree is the ‘‘Shisham’’.

4. Called ‘‘ Granary Of India’’ OR ‘‘India’s Bread Basket ’’.

5. Largest cultivated crop is WHEAT.

Q12.

Ans. Punjab

1. Also called ‘‘ The City Of Jewells ’’.

2. One of the seven states of Northeast India.

3. Thelon Cave is one of the historical site of this cave.

4. Cinema was 1st introduced in this state in 1920.

5. This state is known as ‘‘ The Switzerland Of India’’.

Q12.

• Ans. Manipur

1. Also known as ‘‘ Land Of Kings’’.

2. India’s largest state by area.

3. Cotton and Tobacco are the state’s cash crops.

4. This state is the 2nd largest producer of Oilseeds.

5. This state is the biggest wool-producing state in India.

6. ‘‘The well known dish of this state is Dal-Bati-Churma’’.

7. This state is famous for its forts, carved temples etc.

Q14.

• Ans. Rajasthan

1. This state is landlocked Indian state located in Himalayan Mountains.

2. Least populous state & 2nd smallest state in total area.

3. This state’s high court is the smallest state high court in the country.

4. Red Panda is the state animal.

5. Elaichi and Cardamom is the chief cash crop of this state.

6. The Teesta river is considered the state’s key waterway.

Q15.

1. This state is known for its natural beauty of the Himalayas.

2. Only state in India with ‘‘Sanskrit’’ as its official language.

3. Two of the Indian largest rivers ‘‘ GANGA ’’ & ‘‘YAMUNA’’ originates in the glacier of this state.

4. This state is the 2nd fast growing state in India.

5. This state host the Bengal Tiger in Jim Corbett National Park, the oldest national park of Indian sub-continent.

Ans. Uttarakhand

Q16.

• Ans. Sikkim

1. A major agricultural producer, this state is the 6th largest contributor to India’s net domestic product.

2. It’s capital is known as the ‘‘ Cultural Capital Of India’’.

3. Rice is the state’s principal food crop.

4. It was the 1st Indian state to constitute Human Rights Commission of its own.

5. 4th most populous state in India

Q17.

• Ans. West Bengal

1. Fourth largest Indian state by area.

2. Most populous state in the country.

3. Third largest Indian state by economy.

4. This state has more metropolitan cities than any other state in India.

5. Wheat is the state’s principal crop and Sugarcane is the main commercial crop.

6. Longest railway network in the country.

7. This state ranks 1st in domestic tourists arrivals with more than 71 million.

Q18.

• Ans. Uttar Pradesh

1. Known as the ‘‘ The land of Festivals ’’ in India.

2. Principal crop of this state is rice, corn, tobacco, oil seeds and fibre.

3. This state is home to flora and fauna, it has been suggested as Falcon capital in the world.

4. The great Indian hornbill is one of the most famous bird found in this state.

5. The people of this state speaks over 36 different language than any other state in India.

Q19.

• Ans. Nagaland

1. Most urbanized state in India, with large cities.

2. 3rd largest state by area in India.

3. 2nd most populous state in India.

4. Most industrialized state and maintained the leading position in the industrial sector in India.

5. It contributes 25% of the country’s total output.

6. One of the university in this state is the largest university in the world in terms of the no. of graduates.

Q20.

• Ans. Maharashtra

1. This state’s nickname is ‘‘ The Heart Of India’’.

2. The state has the largest reserves of diamond and copper in India.

3. The state is located in the central part of India.

4. This state was largest in India by area until 2000.

Ans.

Q21.

• Madhya Pradesh

1. This state produces 97% of the national output of black pepper.

2. This state is one of the leading producer of fish in India.

3. Asia’s largest and world’s 3rd largest Naval Academy, Ezhimala Naval Academy is in this state.

4. This state proudly introduced a slogan, ‘‘God’s Own Country’’.

5. Lowest positive population growth in India.

Q22.

Ans. Kerala

1. Two of the India’s biggest software firms, Infosys and Wipro headquartered in the state.

2. A majority of the silk industry in India is head quartered in this state.

3. Its capital is known as the ‘‘The Silicon Valley Of India’’.

4. Jog Falls are the highest plunge waterfalls in India, formed by Sharavathi River located in this state.

Q23.

Ans. Karnataka

1. 2nd most populous city and 2nd most populous urban agglomeration in India.

2. Most polluted city in the world and has the highest level of the airborne particulate matter.

3. Has the 3rd highest quantity of trees in India.

4. Largest commercial centre in Northern India.

5. India’s largest mosque located in this city.

Q24.

• Ans. National Capital Territory Of DELHI.

1. The largest sea turtles in the world nest here.

2. The 20-rupee note depicts a scene from this territory.

3. This territory enjoys of being the 1st place to receive the sun rays.

4. The only active volcano in India is present in this territory.

5. Subhash Chandra Bose renamed this territory as ‘‘ Shaheed and Swaraj ’’.

Q25.

• Ans. Andaman And Nicobar Islands

1. The state was home to prominent sites of the Indus Valley and Vedic Civilization.

2. Several decisive battles were also fought in the area, which shaped much of the history of India (like Mahabharata).

3. Leading contributor to the country’s production of food grains and milk.

4. One of the wealthier states of India.

5. Home to Maruti Suzuki and Hero Motocorp, which is world’s largest manufacturer of automobile and two-wheelers.

Q26.

• Ans. Haryana

1. Almost 58% of its population are below the age of 25, which is highest proportion of youngsters of any state in India.

2. The Mahabodhi Temple among the four holy sites related to the life of the Lord Buddha located in this state.

3. The tomb of Sher Shah Suri is in this state.

4. The river GANGES divide into two equal halves.

Q27.

• Ans. Bihar

1. Well-known for tea, silk and oil.

2. Shares international boarder with Bhutan & Bangladesh.

3. One of the richest biodiversity zone in the world.

4. Largest population of the wild water buffalo in the world.

5. Highest diversity of birds in India with around 820 species.

6. Produces more than half of India’s tea.

Q28.

• Ans. Assam

1. This state name means “the abode of clouds” in Sanskrit .

2. Wettest place on earth.

3. This state is mountainous, the most rain soaked state of India.

4. One of the seven sister state in India.

5. Its capital is known as the “Scotland of the east”.

Q29.

• Ans. Meghalaya

1. This state known locally as jewel of the western part of India.

2. This state was also known as “Pratichya” and “Varuna”.

3. Worlds largest ship breaking yard is in this state.

4. Largest producer of milk in India.

5. The film industry of this state is one of the largest regional film industries in India.

6. Reliance industries operates the oil refinery in this state which is the world largest grass route refineries.

Q30.

• Ans. Gujarat

1. Only state in India with Muslim majority population.

2. Also known as “the home of valleys”.

3. Only state in India which enjoys special autonomy under article 307 constitution of India.

4. This state is home to several Himalayan glaciers.

5. Only state in India to have a 6 year term in contrast to the norm of 5 year term followed in any other state.

Q31.

Ans. Jammu & Kashmir

1. One of the best city in India and also known as “Green City Of India”.

2. Considered as the 1st well-planned city of India.

3. 3rd highest forest-cover in India at 8.51%.

4. 1st smoke free city of India.

5. Rated as the wealthiest town of India.

6. RBI rank it as the 3rd largest deposits centre & 7th largest credit centre nationwide as of from 2012.

Q32.

1. This territory is from the smallest union territory of India

2. It has emerged as one of the most potential water sports destination in India.

Ans. Lakshadweep

Q33.

• Ans. Chandigarh

1. 2nd smallest among the other union territories in India.

2. Has a mix culture of Indians & Portuguese.

3. Known for its untouched and explorer natural beauty.

4. City is located on western coast of India.

Q34.

Ans. Daman & Diu

1. Major produce is Khairwood / Khair & general timber.

2. Teak, Sandra, Khair, Mahora, and sisam are the major free species in the region.

3. Major contributor to the economy are the manufacturing industries.

4. 43% of the land is under forest.

5. Beautiful lake Garden Vanganga cover is located at the entrance of the city.

Q35.

• Ans. Dadra and Nagar Havelli

1. Regional capital & largest city in the territory.

2. Community of French people in this territory.

3. Tamil & French are the official language.

4. Prime god is Lord Shiva & prime goddess is Kokilambigai.

5. Farming around this territory includes crops such as rice, pulses, sugarcane, coconut and cotton.

Q36.

• Ans. Pondicherry