City Nicknames — Set 4
Famous Places · शहरों के उपनाम · Questions 31–40 of 60
Which city is popularly known as the 'Sports Capital of India'?
Correct Answer: C. Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar has hosted several major international sports events, particularly in hockey. The city has invested heavily in world-class sports infrastructure and training centers. It is the capital of Odisha and a major educational hub.
Which city is referred to as the 'City of Chillies'?
Correct Answer: A. Guntur
Guntur is home to the largest chili market in Asia and is a major exporter of red chilies. The region's soil and climate are ideal for the cultivation of various spice varieties. It is an important agricultural and commercial center in Andhra Pradesh.
Which city is known as the 'Bangle City of India'?
Correct Answer: D. Firozabad
Firozabad is the center of India's glass industry and is famous for producing millions of colorful bangles. The city has been specialized in glasswork for several centuries. It is located in the western part of Uttar Pradesh.
Which city is famously called the 'Banana City of India'?
Correct Answer: A. Jalgaon
Jalgaon is the largest producer of bananas in Maharashtra and contributes significantly to India's total output. The district's agriculture is highly dependent on the Tapi river basin. It is also an important hub for gold and pulse trading.
Which city is referred to as the 'Textile City of South India'?
Correct Answer: C. Coimbatore
Coimbatore is known as the 'Manchester of South India' due to its extensive cotton and textile mills. It is a major industrial hub also famous for manufacturing pumps and motors. The city is the second-largest in Tamil Nadu.
Which city is known as the 'City of Dreams'?
Correct Answer: D. Mumbai
Mumbai is called the City of Dreams because it attracts millions of people seeking better opportunities and stardom. It is the center of the prolific Indian film industry known as Bollywood. The city is also the wealthiest and largest financial center in India.
Which city is popularly called the 'City of Diamonds' and the 'City of Silk'?
Correct Answer: A. Surat
Surat is the global center for diamond polishing and a major producer of synthetic textiles. It is one of the fastest-growing cities in the world in terms of economic development. Historically, it was a major port for the Mughal Empire.
Which city is referred to as the 'Health Capital of India'?
Correct Answer: C. Chennai
Chennai is called the health capital because it attracts a large number of domestic and international health tourists. The city has some of the best multi-specialty hospitals and medical research facilities in the country. It is also the capital of Tamil Nadu.
Which city is known as the 'Peda City' of India?
Correct Answer: D. Dharwad
Dharwad is famous for its unique variety of sweets, particularly the Dharwad Peda. The city is a major educational and cultural center in the state of Karnataka. It is often paired with its twin city, Hubballi.
Which city is famously known as the 'Steel City' in West Bengal?
Correct Answer: D. Durgapur
Durgapur was developed as a planned industrial city to house a major public sector steel plant. It is one of the most important industrial centers in Eastern India. The city is situated on the banks of the Damodar River.