States PCS: Gujarat GK Questions for GPSC Exams
21. In context with the recent launch of the SAANS campaign, consider the following statements:
- It seeks to reduce child mortality due to pneumonia.
- Gujarat has the highest number of child deaths due to pneumonia.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is correct:
The SAANS campaign or Social Awareness and Action to Neutralise Pneumonia Successfully was launched to tackle the issue of childhood pneumonia. It involves the mobilisation and training of ASHA workers to protect and control the disease. It also involves the provision of pulse oximeters at wellness centres to monitor oxygen levels in blood.
Statement 2 is incorrect:
Gujarat has the second highest incidence of child deaths due to pneumonia. The highest number of child deaths because of this respiratory disease is in Madhya Pradesh. The SAANS campaign was launched in Gujarat. The government aims to reduce child death due to pneumonia to less than 3% by 2025.
22. India celebrated the 70
th Samvidhan Divas in November. In this context, consider the following statements:
- The constitution came into force on November 26th
- The Statue of Equality is located in Gujarat.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
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Correct Answer: C [Neither 1 nor 2 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect:
The Constitution of India came into force on January 26th, 1950. The Samvidhan Diwas or the Constitution Day is celebrated on November 26th to mark the date of adoption of the Constitution in 1949. The January date was chosen to enforce it to coincide with the declaration of ‘Purna Swaraj’ in 1930.
Statement 2 is incorrect:
The Statue of Equality is a monument to the architect of the Indian Constitution, Dr. Ambedkar. It is being constructed in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It is expected to be the world’s third tallest structure after the Statue of Unity and the Spring Temple Buddha.
23. What is the aim of the recently formed Akhil Bharatiya Gujarati Samaj Sankalan Samiti?
[A] Include NRIs in the State’s development process
[B] Include non-resident Gujaratis in the state’s development process
[C] Include persons of Indian origin in state’s development process
[D] Include Indians outside Gujarat in the development process
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Correct Answer: B [Include non-resident Gujaratis in the state’s development process]
Notes:
The Akhil Bharatiya Gujarati Samaj Sankalan Samiti, with the state’s chief minister as chief patron and the Minister of Non-resident Gujaratis (NRGs) as the president, aims to include Gujaratis living outside the state in the state’s developmental process. The Samiti will meet twice a year – once in Gujarat and next in another state.
24. With respect to the recently inaugurated plant for manufacturing Patola Saree by KVIC, consider the following statements about the garment:
- It is made of Marino sheep wool.
- It is GI tagged to Gujarat.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
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Correct Answer: B [Only 2 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect:
The Patola Saree is manufactured from silk. It is a double ikat woven saree. The Khadi and Village Industry Commission set up the first silk processing plant at Surendranagar for the increasing the production of this saree while also cutting costs.
Statement 2 is correct:
The patola saree is GI tagged to Gujarat. It received the GI tag recognition in 2013. It is mainly produced in Patan, Ahmedabad and Surat. The velvet patola are produced mainly in Surat. Currently, the raw material (silk) is purchased from WB and Karnataka.
25. Which city of Gujarat hosts the annual ‘International Kite Festival’?
[A] Surat
[B] Vadodara
[C] Ahmedabad
[D] Rajkot
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Correct Answer: C [Ahmedabad]
Notes:
The 31st edition of the International Kite Festival was inaugurated in Ahmedabad by the Chief Minister of Gujarat and the Governor of the state. Ahmedabad has been the official host of the festival since 1989.
Several kite makers and enthusiasts all over the world will participate in the festival to display and fly their kite creations. The festival is organised as a part of the ‘Uttarayan’ celebrations of the state of Gujarat. The festival is expected to boost the tourism sector of the state.
26. How many times did Narendra Modi became the Chief Minister of Gujarat?
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Correct Answer: C [4]
Notes:
Before becoming the Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi was the Chief Minister of Gujarat state.in May 2014. He has served as the Chief Minister of Gujarat for four times during 2001 to 2014.
27. Which among the following battles was / were fought before the annexation of Punjab?
1. Battle of Ramnagar
2. Battle of Chillianwala
3. Battle of Gujarat
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 only
[B] 1 & 3
[C] 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Battle of Ramnagar took place in the year 1848 (British leader- Sir Hugh Gough, Sikh ruler- Sher Singh Attariwalla), Battle of Chillianwala was fought in the year 1849 (January) and the battle of Gujarat was fought on 21st February 1849.
28. Which of the following kings fought with the Traikutaka king, Dahrasena of southern Gujarat?
[A] Narendrasena
[B] Rudrasena II
[C] Prithivisena II
[D] Prithvisena I
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Correct Answer: C [Prithivisena II]
Notes:
Prithivisena II had to face the invasion of Harisena of Vatsagulma line thrice, and the invasion of Bhavadottavarman of the Nala dynasty. He also fought with the Traikutaka king, Dahrasena of southern Gujarat.
29. Which of the following kings exercised control over Malwa, Rajputana, and Gujarat?
[A] Harichandra
[B] Vatsaraja
[C] Nagabhatta I
[D] Nagabhatta II
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Correct Answer: C [Nagabhatta I]
Notes:
Nagabhatta I who is also considered as the real founder of Gurjara Pratiharas. He also defeated the Arab army under Tamin and Junaid during the Caliphate campaigns in India. He exercised control over the areas of Malwa, Rajputana, and Gujarat.
30. Which among the following matches of type of earthquake-resistant and their place are correct?
1. Brick-nogged wood frame- Himachal Pradesh
2. Dhajji- Jammu & Kashmir
3. Bhongas- Gujarat
4. Ekra- Assam
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 4
[B] 1, 2 & 3
[C] 1, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
Brick-nogged wood frame- Himachal Pradesh. Dhajji- Jammu & Kashmir. Bhongas- Gujarat. Ekra- Assam
