Geography & Plateau — Set 11
Jharkhand GK · भूगोल और पठार · Questions 101–110 of 120
Which district of Jharkhand has the Hazaribagh Wildlife Sanctuary?
Correct Answer: B. Hazaribagh
Hazaribagh Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand. It was established in 1954 and covers about 184 sq km. The sanctuary is known for tigers, leopards, hyenas, sambar, chital, and various other wildlife species. It is one of the oldest wildlife sanctuaries in Jharkhand.
The Auranga River in Jharkhand is a tributary of which river?
Correct Answer: A. Son River
The Auranga River is a tributary of the Son River. It flows through Palamu and Garhwa districts of Jharkhand. The river is relatively small but is important for the agriculture and ecology of the Palamu region. The North Koel and Auranga together form the major drainage of northern Jharkhand.
Which district in Jharkhand houses the Getalsud Dam, the main water source for Ranchi?
Correct Answer: B. Ranchi
The Getalsud Dam is located in Ranchi district of Jharkhand, built on the Jumar River (a tributary of the Subarnarekha system). It is the main water supply source for Ranchi city. The reservoir created by the dam is a popular recreational spot and is known for boating activities for residents of Ranchi.
The Mahuadanr Valley in Jharkhand, known for wolf conservation, is part of which district?
Correct Answer: B. Latehar
The Mahuadanr Valley and the Mahuadanr Wolf Sanctuary are located in Latehar district of Jharkhand. This is the only protected area in India specifically designated for the conservation of the Indian wolf. The valley also has scenic landscapes and is near the Betla National Park.
Jharkhand shares its longest border with which state?
Correct Answer: A. Bihar
Jharkhand shares its longest border with Bihar to the north. The states share a boundary of over 400 km. Jharkhand was carved out of Bihar in 2000 and many districts of Jharkhand border Bihar. The cultural and linguistic ties between the two states remain strong.
Which river in Jharkhand is associated with gold particles found in its sands?
Correct Answer: C. Subarnarekha
The Subarnarekha River is associated with gold particles found in its sands, and its name literally means 'streak of gold' (Suvarna = gold, Rekha = streak/line). Small quantities of gold have been found in the river sands and sediments, particularly in the lower reaches. This characteristic gave the river its distinctive name.
The Damodar River flows through which states of India?
Correct Answer: B. Jharkhand and West Bengal
The Damodar River flows through Jharkhand and West Bengal. It originates in Latehar district of Jharkhand and flows eastward through Jharkhand before entering West Bengal. In West Bengal, it flows through the industrial belt before joining the Hooghly River near Tribeni. The entire course is about 592 km.
The Rajmahal Hills in northeastern Jharkhand are in which district?
Correct Answer: C. Sahebganj
The Rajmahal Hills are located in Sahebganj district of Jharkhand. These hills are geologically distinct from the Chotanagpur Plateau, being composed of Jurassic-era basalt (trap rock). The Rajmahal Hills were formed by ancient volcanic activity and are known for stone quarrying and fossil records.
Which district of Jharkhand borders the state of Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer: B. Garhwa
Garhwa district of Jharkhand shares its border with Uttar Pradesh (specifically Sonbhadra and Mirzapur districts). Garhwa is located in the northernmost part of Jharkhand and is one of the districts that border UP. The region is characterised by forests and hilly terrain along the Kaimur range.
Approximately how many rivers and tributaries flow through Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: D. Over 20 rivers and tributaries
Jharkhand has over 20 rivers and significant tributaries flowing through its territory. The major rivers include Damodar, Subarnarekha, North Koel, South Koel, Sankh, Brahmani (origin), Barakar, Bokaro, Konar, Karo, Auranga, Kanhar, and Mayurakshi among others. These rivers drain into either the Ganga basin or directly to the Bay of Bengal.