UKPSC Prelims Paper 1 Mock Test - 1 - UKPSC (Uttarakhand) MCQ

Statement 1 is correct. Countries with large size and much diversity usually prefer to have two houses of the national legislature to give representation to all sections in the society and to give representation to all geographical regions or parts of the country.

Statement 2 is incorrect. There was no such condition of becoming a member of Commonwealth of Nations.

Statement 3 is correct. A bicameral legislature makes it possible to have every decision reconsidered. Every decision taken by one house goes to the other house for its decision. This means that every bill and policy would be discussed twice. This ensures a double check on every matter. Even if one house takes a decision in haste, that decision will come for discussion in the other house and reconsideration will be possible.

The Chief Minister of Uttarakhand inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of projects worth Rs 415 crore in Tehri. This reflects significant investment in local infrastructure and development initiatives, showcasing the government's commitment to enhancing the region's growth.

The primary purpose of the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Residential Hostel is to offer residential facilities for underprivileged children. This initiative aims to support the education and well-being of children from weaker sections, ensuring they have access to quality resources and a conducive learning environment. The hostel accommodates 100 children, reflecting a commitment to improving educational opportunities for those in need.

The Uttarakhand government lifted restrictions on the number of pilgrims visiting the Char Dhams, despite previous limitations. This decision is significant for the tourism sector, which plays a crucial role in the state's economy.

The red alert is issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) when extremely bad weather conditions are anticipated to cause significant disruptions to travel and pose serious risks to life. This alert prompts urgent action and precautions to ensure safety. An interesting fact is that these color codes help the public quickly understand the severity of weather conditions.

The Char Dham temples include Kedarnath Dham, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and Badrinath Dham, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. These temples are significant pilgrimage sites for devotees and are integral to the spiritual landscape of Uttarakhand.

The Vibrant Villages Programme aims to improve the quality of life for people living in identified border villages by facilitating development projects and enhancing local infrastructure. This initiative is crucial for maintaining population levels in these strategically important areas.

The Chief Minister of Uttarakhand has requested the expansion of Pantnagar Airport to improve access to the Badrinath Temple. Enhanced transportation facilities are vital for accommodating the growing number of pilgrims and tourists visiting this sacred site, ensuring their journey is safe and efficient.

The Uttarakhand High Court has mandated the abolition of the revenue police system because it is considered outdated and ineffective, especially since revenue police officers are not trained like regular police. This decision aims to streamline law enforcement in the state, ensuring that policing is conducted by properly trained personnel who can effectively manage crime and maintain public order.

The border closure was a precautionary measure taken ahead of India’s general elections to ensure security and maintain order during the electoral process. Such preemptive actions are common in election periods to mitigate potential disruptions and ensure a smooth voting experience.

Article 44 of the Indian Constitution mentions the Uniform Civil Code, which is intended to promote national integration and gender justice by ensuring that all citizens are treated equally under the same set of secular civil laws, regardless of their personal laws based on religion.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e Mussoorie

Mussoorie:

• Mussoorie is a hill station which is in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
• The hill station is located in the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayan range.
• Mussoorie is popularly known as The Queen of the Hills.

Ranikhet:

• Ranikhet is a hill station in Almora district in Uttarakhand.
• It is known for its views of the Himalayas.

Srinagar:

• Srinagar is a city and muncipal council in Pauri Garhwal district in the Indian state of Uttarakhand.
• As Srinagar was the land of penance for various known and unknown sages and saints hence are one of the sacred places in Garhwal Himalaya.
• Srinagar was the capital of the Garhwal Kingdom.
• Kamleshwar Mahadev Temple is a famous ancient temple in the town.

Badrinath:

• Badrinath is a holy town in Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India.
• It is one of the four sites in India's Char Dham pilgrimage

The correct answer is Manvendra Shah.

• When India got independence, Manvendra Shah was the king of Tehri.
• ‘The land of celestial beauty is the title which is given to the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttrakhand.

Key Points

• It is believed that Vedas, shastras, and Mahabharta were written in Garhwal.
• In Garhwal, Kanak Pal was the first ruler.
• There was no influence of mighty Mughals in the Garhwal region.
• The region emerged as an independent kingdom.
• The kings of the Garhwal region maintained diplomatic relations with the Mughals.
• Later, the Pala rulers were called Shahs.
• The title of Shah was given by Mughal rulers.
• For massive physical strength, the ruler Balbhadra Pal was famous.

The correct answer is 05.

• 3 districts of Uttarakhand, Pithoragarh, Champawat, and Udhamsingh Nagar, share their border with Nepal.
• 3 districts Pithoragarh, Chamoli, and Uttarkashi share the international border of Tibet (China).
• Pithoragarh shares a border with both Nepal and Tibet.

Key Points
Uttarakhand

• The total Area of the state of Uttarakhand is 53,483 km² which is about 1.69% of the total area of the country.
• 86.07% of the total area of the state (46035 km²) is mountainous and 13.93% of the area (7448 sq km) is plain.
• Uttarakhand has Nepal in the east, Himachal Pradesh in the west, Himalayas and Tibet in the north, and Uttar Pradesh in the south.
• 3 districts of Uttarakhand, Pithoragarh, Champawat, and Udhamsingh Nagar, share their border with Nepal.
• And 3 districts Pithoragarh, Chamoli, and Uttarkashi share the international border of Tibet (China).
• 5 districts Udham Singh Nagar, Nainital, Dehradun, Pauri Garhwal, and Haridwar share the Uttar Pradesh border,and 2 districts Dehradun and Uttarkashi touch the border of Himachal Pradesh.
• Pithoragarh, the easternmost district of Uttarakhand state, Western District Dehradun, The northern district is Uttarkashiand the southern district is Udham Singh Nagar.
• The border of the Pauri district touches 7 districts of the state, Which include Nainital, Almora, Chamoli, Rudraprayag,Tehri, Dehradun, and Haridwar.
• Pithoragarh is the district with the longest international border.​

The correct answer is 1804 A.D. - 1815 A.D.
Till 1804, the entire Garhwal region came under the rule of Gorkhas.
Key Points

• The entire territory of Garhwal was ruled by Gorkha for almost 12 years from 1804 A.D. to 1815 A.D.
• In 1815, the British drove the Gorkhas to the west of River kali.
• This was a time when the Gorkha rule in Garhwal came to an end.
• When Gorkhas were defeated by the British in 1815, the eastern half of the Garhwal region was ruled by the British.
• King Sudarshan shah ruled west Garhwal.
• After some time this region came to be known as ‘British Garhwal’ and Dun of Dehradun.
• Garhwal along with Almora and Nainital districts were administered by the Commissioner of the Kumaon region at the time of independence of India.
• From Garhwal district, Chamoli district was carved out in 1960.
• The headquarter of the Garhwal division was established at Pauri in 1969.

The correct answer is Roorkee.

Key Points

• Irrigation Research Institute
  • It is a Government of Uttarakhand institute under the Administrative Control of the Irrigation Department,
  • It undertakes studies under "NO Profit No Loss".
  • It was established in 1928 to carry out Research and Development work to carry out Research and Development work under the aegis of the U.P. Irrigation Department.
• Roorkee
  • It is a city in the Haridwar district of Uttarakhand.
  • India got its first college of an engineering college at Roorkee- Thomason College of Civil Engineering(now IIT Roorkee) in 1847.

Additional Information

• Haridwar
  • It is an ancient city and an important Hindu pilgrimage site in Uttarakhand state.
  • Kumbh Mela is the most significant event which is celebrated every 12 years in Haridwar.
• Dehradun
  • It is the winter capital and most populated city of Uttarakhand.
  • It is a part of the Gharwal region.
  • It is home to the Indian Military Academy, Forest Research Institute, Uttarakhand Ayurveda University, and Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy.
  • Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Dehradun is the first international-level stadium in the state and it is the second home to the Afghanistan Cricket team.
• Kashipur
  • It is a city of Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand.
  • It is Kumaon's third most populous city.
  • It is the only city of Uttarakhand that features its only IIM.

The correct answer is 8th July, 2001 A. D.

• New Industrial Policy in Uttaranchal (Presently Uttarakhand) was announced on 8th July 2001 A. D.

Key Points

• New Industrial Policy of Uttarakhand:
  • The policy was released on 8th July 2001 A. D.
  • The objectives of the new policy were:
    • To create an environment conducive to rapid and ecologically viable industrial development of the state of Uttaranchal with the following approach:
    • To exploit the industrial resources of the state and use it for productive purposes.
    • To increase the flow of investments in industry and infrastructure.
    • To create additional employment opportunities.
    • To increase the per capita income and standard of living of the people.
    • To ensure equitable industrial development of all the regions of the State.
    • To bring the state of Uttaranchal on the high growth path.
    • Above all to make efforts to create an industry-friendly environment in the State in which the State Government will play the role of a facilitator for industrial development.
• The strategy described in the policy aims at rapid, balanced, and sustainable industrial development of Uttaranchal.

Additional Information

• Uttarakhand (As in October 2021):
  • Chief Minister: Pushkar Singh Dhami
  • Governor: Gurmit Singh
  • Formed on: November 9, 2000

The correct answer is Ramman.

• Ramman folk dance of Uttarakhand is included in UNESCO’s intangible heritage list.

Key Points

• Ramman folk dance of Uttarakhand is included in UNESCO’s intangible heritage list in 2009.
• Ramman is one of the religious and ritual festivals in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand at the twin villages of Saloor-Dungra in the Chamoli district.
• The Ramman festival is mainly celebrated in April month of the year at the time of the Baisakhi festival ( Baisakh in local Garhwalidialectt).
• Ramman is celebrated for 11 days or sometimes 13 days.
• The Ramman festival is performed as an offering to the village deity called ‘Bhumiya Devta’ in the courtyard of Bhumiya Devta temple.
• The tradition of paying respect to the guardian deity of Saloor-Dungra, Bhumichetrapal, also known as Bhumiyal Devta is generally the idea behind the festival, it is believed to be a harvest festival that also marks the beginning of the Hindu Solar New Year.
• The festival is started with the calling of Lord Ganesha, “Vighnaharta”, a demolisher of obstacles.
• The most important aspect of this performance is the singing of ‘Jagar’, a musical compilation of local legends.
• The performance has 18 participants, playing 18 characters wearing 18 masks, dancing on 18 beats to celebrate the 18 Puranas.
• The ritual theatre is held in the courtyard of Bhumiya Devta temple in Saloor Village.

​Additional Information

Chanchari

• ​Chanchari dance is a folk dance practiced in the borders of Kumaon and Garhwal regions of Uttarakhand state of India.
• The term Chanchari is derived from the Sanskrit word "Charchari" which means song integrated with dance rhythm.
• This traditional freestyle dance is similar to the Jhoda dance of Uttarkhand- Garhwal.
• The subject of the dance mostly revolves around love rapture.
• This dance also attracts a huge crowd during fairs.

Chholiya

• Choliya dance is a famous folk dance of Uttarakhand and is organized every year in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand.
• This dance is a reflection of mythological warfare and soldiers.
• The Choliya dance presents the scene of post-war celebrations.
• All dance artists disguise mythical soldiers and perform battle with sword and shield.
• It is especially popular in the districts of Almora, Bageshwar, Champawat, and Pithoragarh of the Kumaon division and has even spread to the Garhwal division.

Jhumelo

• Jhumelo dance expresses the anguish and love of the female heart.
• The meaning of the word Jhumelo seems to be related to “Jhoom Lo”.
• Jhumelo seems to be a wonderful confluence of rhythmic folk dances, makeup, and disconnection.
• This folk dance is very famous in both the Garhwal and Kumaon regions of Uttarakhand.

The correct answer is Nainital.

Key Points

Nainital

• Nainital is referred to in the ‘Manas Khand’ of the ‘Skanda Purana’ as the Tri-Rishi-Sarovar, the lake of the three sages, Atri, Pulastya and Pulaha who were reputed to have arrived here on a penitential pilgrimage, and, finding no water to quench their thirst dug a hole and siphoned water into it from Mansarovar the sacred lake in Tibet.
• The Second important mythological reference to Nainital is as one of 64 ‘Shakti Peeths’.
• These centres were created wherever parts of the charred body of Sati fell when Lord Shiva was carrying around her corpse in grief.
• It is said that the left eye (Nain) of Sati fell here and this gave rise to the patron deity of town Nainital. It is said that the lake is formed in an emerald eye shape.
• Naina Devi temple is located at the northern end of the lake. Thus the name of Nainital is derivated from Naina and the Tal (Lake).

​The correct answer is Uttarakhand.

• The first state in the country to establish the Ministry of Disaster Management is Uttarakhand.

Key Points

• The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) is the apex statutory body for disaster management in India.
• The NDMA was formally constituted on 27^th September 2006, in accordance with the Disaster Management Act, 2005.
• The NDMA consists of Prime Minister as its Chairperson and nine other members, and one such member to be designated as Vice-Chairperson.
• Its primary purpose is to coordinate response to natural or man-made disasters and for capacity-building in disaster resiliency and crisis response.
• It is also the apex body to lay down policies, plans, and guidelines for Disaster Management to ensure a timely and effective response to disasters.
• To build a safer and disaster-resilient India by a holistic, proactive, technology-driven, and sustainable development strategy that involves all stakeholders and fosters a culture of prevention, preparedness, and mitigation.
• On 23 December 2005, the Government of India enacted the Disaster Management Act, which envisaged the creation of NDMA, headed by the Prime Minister, and State Disaster Management Authorities (SDMAs) headed by respective Chief Ministers, to spearhead and implement a holistic and integrated approach to Disaster Management in India.

Additional Information

Uttarakhand

• Foundation Day: 9 November 2000(carved out from Uttar Pradesh on this date and became the 27th state of the Republic of India).
• Pithoragarh is known as Mini Kashmir of Uttarakhand.
• Rishikesh is known as the 'Yoga Capital of the World'.
• Mussoorie is known as the 'Queen of hill stations in India.
• Nainital is known as the 'Lake District of India'.
• Dehradun is known as the 'City of Schools' and 'School Capital of India'.
• Uttarakhand is known as the Valley of Flowers.
• Govind Vallabh Pant Agriculture University is the first Agricultural University in India.
• India's first engineering college was set up at Roorkee.
• Central Buiding Research Institute is situated at Roorkee.
• Lal Bahadur Sastri National Academy of Administration is situated at Mussoorie.
• Indian Military Academy is situated at Dehradun.
• Central Forest Research Institute is situated at Dehradun.
• Wild Life Institue of India is situated at Dehradun.
• University of Petroleum and Energy Studies is situated at Dehradun.
• The high court of Uttarakhand is situated in Nainital.
• The biggest optical telescope (ARIES) in Asia is situated in Uttarakhand.
• Capital: Gairsain (Summer), Dehradun (Winter).
• Chief Minister: Pushkar Singh Dhami
• Governor: Gurmit Singh

Jammu and Kashmir

• Jammu and Kashmir is the largest union territory in India.
• There are twenty districts in Jammu and Kashmir, they are ten districts in Jammu and ten districts in Kashmir.
• Jammu and Kashmir have two capitals - Srinagar (Summer) and Jammu (Winter).
• Jammu and Kashmir is a Unicameral system.
• On 5^th August 2019, the Minister of Home Affairs, Mr. Amit Shah has introduced the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill, 2019 in Rajya Sabha
• The Bill provides for the reorganization of the state of Jammu and Kashmir into two the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and the Union Territory of Ladakh.
• The Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill, 2019 was effective on 31^st August 2019.
• The famous Wular lake and Dal lake are situated in Jammu and Kashmir.
• Jammu and Kashmir is the first state to declare all election booths are smoking-free.
• Jammu and Kashmir is the largest producer of saffron.
• Official languages - Kashmiri, Dogri, Hindi, Engish, Urdu
• Lieutenant Governor - Manoj Sinha
• Major Dance forms - Dumhal, Rauf, Kud
• Article 370 - Temporary special provisions to the state of Jammu and Kashmir.
• Jammu and Kashmir is known as the "Heaven of Earth" was described by Jahangir.
• Jammu and Kashmir is known as the "Garden of India".

Himachal Pradesh

• Himachal Pradesh was formed on 25th January 1971.
• Kulu is known as the 'Valley of God'.
• Khajjyar in Himachal Pradesh is known as the 'Mini Switzerland'.
• Himachal Pradesh is the leading producer of fruits especially Apple in India.
• Himachal Pradesh is known as the 'State of all seasons'.
• Himachal Pradesh is known as the 'Mountain State of India'.
• Himachal Pradesh is the first state to ban plastic in India.
• Himachal Pradesh is the first carbon-free state in India.
• Himachal Pradesh is the first smoke-free state in India.
• Himachal Pradesh is the first state in India that started Automatic Telephone Exchange.
• Hindi and Pahari are the principal languages of Himachal Pradesh.
• Central Potato Institute is situated in Shimla.
• Central Mushroom Institute is situated in Solan.
• Solan is known as the 'City of Red Gold'.
• Capital: Shimla (Summer), Dharmashala (Winter).
• Chief Minister: Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu
• Governor: Rajendra Arlekar

Nagaland

• Nagaland became the 16^th state of India and formed on 1^st December 1963.
• Thimoga was the old name of Nagaland.
• Nagaland is known as the 'Falcon Capital of the World'.
• The famous Second World War Museum was set up at Kohima.
• Nagaland is the state with the highest population of Christian.
• Nagaland is the state with the least population growth.
• The Great Hornbill festival is the major festival of Nagaland.
• Nagaland is also known as the 'Land of festivals'.
• Gariphema village in Nagaland has been declared India's first "tobacco-free village".
• Capital: Kohima.
• Chief Minister: Neiphiu Rio. (June 2021)
• Governor: Jagdish Mukhi

The correct answer is Nainital.

Key Points

• KVIC (Khadi & Village Industries Commission) Chairman Manoj Kumar inaugurated the Re-Hab Project by Khadi and Village Industries Commission at village Chausla, Nainital on 28 November 2022.
• Re-Hab stands for Reducing Human Attacks using Honey Bees.
• He also distributed 330 Bee-boxes, bee-colonies and toolkits along with the honey extractors to the rural beneficiaries in Chausla village, free of cost.

Important Points

• KVIC is running this project called Re-Hab in 7 states of the country, namely in Karnataka, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Assam and Orissa, where attacks of the elephants is more common.
• As a new initiative, the Re-Hab project will be run by KVIC at selected locations for a period of one year.
• The beneficiaries of this scheme are provided with 10 bee-boxes, bee-colonies and toolkits after completion of the beekeeping training provided by KVIC.

​The correct answer is Musk Deer Conservation and Breeding Centre.

Key Points

• Kanchula Kharak Musk Deer Sanctuary is a popular sanctuary that is renowned for breeding musk deer and diverse species of fauna.
• Kanchula Korak Musk Deer Sanctuary is a beautiful sanctuary set amidst dense forests on Chopta – Gopeshwar Road.
• The sanctuary covers an area of about 5 sq. km and makes for an interesting stroll.
• The sanctuary offers a peaceful adobe for musk deer and some of the Himalayan wildlife.
• It forms a part of the acclaimed Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary.

Additional Information

Uttarakhand​

• Foundation Day: 9 November 2000(carved out from Uttar Pradesh on this date and became the 27th state of the Republic of India).
• Capital: Gairsain(Summer), Dehradun( Winter).
• Chief Minister: Tirath Singh Rawat.
• Governor: Baby Rani Maurya.
• State Animal: Alpine Musk Deer.
• State Bird: Himalayan Monal.
• State Tree: Buransh.
• State Flower: Brahma Kamal.
• Hindi, Garhwali, Jaunsari, and Kumaoni are the principal languages of Uttarakhand.
• Uttarakhand is the only state in India that has Sanskrit as one of its official languages.
• Govind Vallabh Pant Agriculture University is the first Agricultural University in India.
• India's first engineering college was set up at Roorkee.
• Central Buiding Research Institute is situated at Roorkee.
• Lal Bahadur Sastri National Academy of Administration is situated at Mussoorie.
• Indian Military Academy is situated at Dehradun.
• Central Forest Research Institute is situated at Dehradun.
• Wild Life Institue of India is situated at Dehradun.
• University of Petroleum and Energy Studies is situated at Dehradun.
• The high court of Uttarakhand is situated in Nainital.
• The biggest optical telescope (ARIES) in Asia is situated in Uttarakhand.
• Thunganath temple is the world's highest Shiva temple.
• Haridwar (Gateway of God) is the venue of Kumbhamela held after every 12 years.

Important Points

• Uttarakhand is known as the 'Land of Gods'.
• Pithoragarh is known as Mini Kashmir of Uttarakhand.
• Rishikesh is known as the 'Yoga Capital of the World'.
• Mussoorie is known as the 'Queen of hill stations in India.
• Nainital is known as the 'Lake District of India'.
• Dehradun is known as the 'City of Schools' and 'School Capital of India'.
• Uttarakhand is known as the 'Valley of Flowers'.

The correct answer is Kamet

Key Points

• Kamet (7,756 metres):
  • ​Kamet, mountain peak of the Himalayas in Uttarakhand state, northern India,
  • It is near the border with the Tibet Autonomous Region of China.
  • It is part of the Zaskar range.

Additional Information

• Nanda Devi :
  • It is a part of Himalayan mountain ranges (Garhwal).
  • This is the highest peak (7816 metres) located entirely within India.
  • The Nanda Devi National Prak, located in vicinity to the peak, consists of the best high altitude flora and fauna.
• Nilkantha:-
  • It is a majestic peak with an elevation of 6,596 meters (21,640 feet) above sea level.
  • It is a prominent and sacred mountain in the region, and its name is derived from Lord Shiva, who is often referred to as "Nilkantha" (meaning "blue throat") in Hindu mythology.
• Meru:-
  • Also known as Meru Peak, is another prominent mountain in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand, India.
  • It is often confused with Nilkantha due to their similar locations and proximity. Meru Peak is distinct from Nilkantha, and it holds great significance for mountaineers.

The correct answer is Chamoli.
Key Points

Guarakhya Cave

• The Guarakhya Udyar or cave situated near Dugri village on the banks of Alaknanda river in Chamoli has yielded colourful pictures of humans, sheep, reindeer, fox, etc., which are more vivid than the picture of the Lakhu cave.
• Speciality-
  • A colourful Picture of humans, sheep, reindeer, etc. has been found.
  • According to Dr Mathapal, there are 41 Pictures, in which there are 30 figures of humans, 4 animals, and 3 men.
  • From the point of view of the painting, these are the most beautiful figures of Uttarakhand.
• Discovered by Rakesh Bhatt, Dr Yashodhar Mathpal.

The correct answer is Pratap Shah.

Key Points

• Pratap Shah
  • He was the 3rd Raja of Tehri-Garhwal.
  • He was the founder of the township of Pratap Nagar.
  • Pratap Nagar was the summer capital of Tehri Kingdom and Tehri was their winter capital.
• Tehri Garhwal Kingdom
  • Tehri Garhwal or the Garhwal Kingdom was a princely state ruled by the Parmar( Shah ) Dynasty.
  • Later it became a part of the Punjab Hill States Agency of British India, which consists of the present-day Tehri Garhwal and most of the Uttarkashi district.

Additional Information

• Narendrashah
  • He was the first king of the Tehri kingdom to receive the title of Maharaja and the personal salute of 11 guns from the British Empire.
  • He was an enlightened ruler who built the well-ordered civic buildings in the royal township of Narendra Nagar.
  • The present town of Narendranagar came into existence in 1919 when Maharaja Narendra Shah of Tehri Garhwal kingdom shifted his capital from Tehri to the new town Narendra Nagar.
• Pratap Shah
  • He was the 3rd Raja of Tehri-Garhwal.
  • He was the founder of the township of Pratap Nagar.
• Pradhyumna Shah
  • He was the last and 54th ruler of the Garhwal Kingdom until the kingdom was independent.
  • Before ruling the Garhwal, he was the king of Kumaon from 1779 to 1785.
  • He died during the Battle of Khurbra against the Gorkhas in 1804.
• Kirti Shah
  • He became the ruler of the Gharwal Kingdom at the age of 13 years.
  • He shifted the capital to Kirti Nagar.

The correct answer is Kumaun Himalayas.
Key Points
Uttarakhand's physiographic zones

• ​ The northern zone, popularly known as the Himadri, contains segments of the Zaskar and the Great Himalaya ranges.
• Adjacent to and south of the Great Himalayas is a zone containing the Lesser Himalayas, known popularly as the Himachal.
• The entire area containing the Himadri, the Himachal, and the Siwaliks is broadly known as the Kumaun Himalayas.
• The southern edge of the Siwalik Range merges with a narrow bed of gravel and alluvium known as the Bhabar, which interfaces to the southeast with the marshy terrain known as the Tarai.
• South of the Siwaliks is found flat-floored depressions, known locally as duns, such as the Dehra Dun.

Additional Information
Kumaun Himalayas

• ​Kumaun Himalayas, a west-central section of the Himalayas in northern India, extends 200 miles (320 km) from the Sutlej River east to the Kali River. The range, comprising part of the Siwalik Range in the south and part of the Great Himalayas in the north, lies largely within the state of Uttarakhand, northwest of Nepal.
• It rises to 25,646 feet (7,817 metres) at Nanda Devi, the range’s highest peak, and to 25,446 feet (7,756 metres) at Kamet, near the Chinese border. Glaciers and snowmelt feed the headstreams of the Ganges River in torrents that rush through gorges and steep-sided ravines.

The correct answer is Nainital.

Key Points

• Tiffin Top is located in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand.
  • Located at a distance of 4 km from the town this peak is 2292 meters above sea level in the Ayarpatta region.
  • The road to this picnic spot crawls along the rugged hillside swaying this way & that, and then all in one breadth in hushed silence suddenly unfolds a canvas on which nature has painted this beautiful spot.
• Tiffin Top commands an excellent view of the Himalayas as well as the neighbouring countryside.

Important Points

• Nainital is a glittering jewel in the Himalayan necklace, blessed with scenic natural splendour and varied natural resources.
• Dotted with lakes, Nainital has earned the epithet of ‘ Lake District ‘ of India.
  • The most prominent of the lakes is Naini lake ringed by hills.
• Some of the important places in the district are Nainital, Haldwani, Kaladhungi, Ramnagar, Bhowali, Ramgarh, Mukteshwar, Bhimtal, Sattal and Naukuchiatal.
• Nainital is headquarter of Nainital District.
• It is also divisional Headquarter of Kumaon Division of Uttarakhand State.

The Correct Option is Both I & II.

Raslila was the act where Lord Krishna danced and sang with the Gopis on the bank of river Krishna in the Vrindavan region.

The art form is colorful and glossy with graceful dance movements and facial expressions.
Key Points

• States and Their Dance form are listed below :

Additional Information

• List of Important Musicians with their Instruments :

The correct answer is 1 Biswa.

Key Points

• Bigha is also a unit of measurement of land area varying locally.
• Hectare is a commonly used measurement unit in land sale, planning and agriculture. One hectare is equal to 2.47 acres.
• Biswa is a land measurement unit commonly used in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. Although the value varies from one place to another, 1 Biswa comes in the range 50-150 square yards.
• Biswani is a unit commonly used in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. It is calculated as 1 Biswa = 20 Biswanis.
• Killa denotes an acre of land in Punjab and Haryana.
• Gaj is a unit commonly used in Delhi, Punjab and Haryana. It denotes one square yard or 9 square feet.
• Kattha is a unit used in the states of Assam, Bihar, West Bengal & Madhya Pradesh.etc.

The correct answer is 1907-08.

Key Points

• The Gurukul Kangri Museum Haridwar was established in 1907-08.
  • It was established on the eastern bank of the river Ganga at Punyabhuminear Kangri Village.
  • The main aim to establish it was to give knowledge of the ancient culture and civilization of India to the students as well as to the common people.
  • Rakesh Sharma is the Director of the Gurukul Kangri Museum.

Additional Information

• Other renowned educational institutions in Uttarakhand are :
  • Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
  • Indian Institute of Management Kashipur
  • All India Institute of Medical Sciences Rishikesh
  • G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology Pantnagar
  • Kumaun University Nainital & Bhimtal