City Nicknames — Set 5
Famous Places · शहरों के उपनाम · Questions 41–50 of 60
Which city is known as the 'Manchester of South India'?
Correct Answer: D. Coimbatore
Coimbatore is called the Manchester of South India because of its massive textile industry. This city is a major industrial hub in Tamil Nadu, especially for cotton production. It also hosts many manufacturing units for engineering goods.
Which Indian city is popularly known as the 'Pink City'?
Correct Answer: B. Jaipur
Jaipur is known as the Pink City because its buildings were painted pink to welcome the Prince of Wales in 1876. Pink is traditionally a color of hospitality in the local culture. It is also the capital city of Rajasthan.
Which city is referred to as the 'Silicon Valley of India'?
Correct Answer: B. Bengaluru
Bengaluru is the top Information Technology (IT) hub of the country, housing many tech giants. Its name comes from the famous Silicon Valley in California, USA. It was also once called the 'Garden City of India'.
Which city is famously called the 'City of Joy'?
Correct Answer: B. Kolkata
Kolkata is known as the City of Joy, reflecting its vibrant culture and soulful heritage. This nickname was popularized by the famous novel of the same name by Dominique Lapierre. It is the cultural capital of East India.
Which city is known as the 'Orange City' of India?
Correct Answer: A. Nagpur
Nagpur is a major trade center for high-quality oranges grown in the region. These oranges are exported to many parts of the world. The city is also located at the geographical center of India.
Which city is referred to as the 'City of Nawabs'?
Correct Answer: B. Lucknow
Lucknow is famous for its history of the Nawabs of Awadh and its refined etiquette. The city is known for its beautiful architecture and world-class Chikan embroidery. It is the capital of Uttar Pradesh.
Which city is popularly known as the 'Financial Capital of India'?
Correct Answer: B. Mumbai
Mumbai houses major financial institutions like the RBI, BSE, and NSE. It is the commercial hub that drives a large part of India's economy. The city is also the home of the Bollywood film industry.
Which place is called the 'Scotland of India'?
Correct Answer: B. Coorg
Coorg (Kodagu) in Karnataka is known as the Scotland of India because of its misty hills and cool climate. It is famous for its coffee plantations and beautiful landscapes. The region is a major tourist destination in South India.
Which city is famously called the 'Blue City'?
Correct Answer: A. Jodhpur
Jodhpur is called the Blue City because many houses in the old city are painted in shades of blue. This indigo color was traditionally used to keep the houses cool in the desert heat. It is overlooked by the massive Mehrangarh Fort.
Which city is known as the 'Steel City of India'?
Correct Answer: B. Jamshedpur
Jamshedpur was the first planned industrial city in India, built around the iron and steel industry. It was founded by Jamshetji Tata and is located in Jharkhand. It remains one of the largest steel-producing centers in Asia.