Geography & Plateau — Set 4
Jharkhand GK · भूगोल और पठार · Questions 31–40 of 120
Which district of Jharkhand is famous for the Baidyanath Dham Jyotirlinga temple?
Correct Answer: B. Deoghar
Deoghar district is famous for the Baidyanath Dham temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. The district was carved out of Dumka in 1983. Millions of pilgrims visit during the Shravani Mela when devotees carry water from the Ganga at Sultanganj in Bihar to offer at the temple.
The Chotanagpur Plateau is composed mainly of which type of rock?
Correct Answer: C. Granite and Gneiss (Archaean rocks)
The Chotanagpur Plateau is composed mainly of ancient Archaean rocks, predominantly granite and gneiss. These hard crystalline rocks are billions of years old and are responsible for the plateau's rugged terrain. The presence of these ancient rocks also explains the rich mineral deposits found in the region.
What is the headquarters of Giridih district in Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: B. Giridih town
Giridih town is the headquarters of Giridih district in Jharkhand. The district is known for coal mining and is home to the famous Parasnath Hill (Shikharji), which is a major Jain pilgrimage site. Giridih was once part of Hazaribagh district before being separated in 1972.
Which waterfall is formed by the Subarnarekha River with a height of about 98 metres in Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: C. Hundru Falls
Hundru Falls is formed by the Subarnarekha River with a drop of about 98 metres in Ranchi district. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Jharkhand. The falls are located about 45 km from Ranchi and are best visited during and just after the monsoon season.
Ramgarh was created as which numbered district of Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: D. 24th
Ramgarh was created as the 24th district of Jharkhand in 2007 when it was carved out of Hazaribagh district. It is an important coal-producing district and home to the Ramgarh Cantonment. The district is also known for its coal washeries and coke oven plants.
The North Koel River flows into which state before joining the Son River?
Correct Answer: C. Chhattisgarh
The North Koel River flows from Jharkhand into Chhattisgarh before joining the Son River. It passes through Palamu and Latehar districts of Jharkhand and through the Betla National Park. The river is an important water source for the region and supports diverse wildlife in the forests it passes through.
What is the headquarters of West Singhbhum district?
Correct Answer: B. Chaibasa
Chaibasa is the headquarters of West Singhbhum district in Jharkhand. The district is one of the largest in the state and is predominantly tribal. It is home to large reserves of iron ore and houses part of the Saranda forest, which is the largest Sal forest in Asia.
Netarhat, called the 'Queen of Chotanagpur', is located in which district?
Correct Answer: B. Lohardaga
Netarhat is located in Lohardaga district of Jharkhand and is often called the 'Queen of Chotanagpur' due to its scenic beauty and pleasant climate. It is a popular hill station situated at an elevation of about 1,128 metres. Netarhat is known for its scenic sunrises, sunsets, and the famous Netarhat Residential School.
Which district of Jharkhand is known for the Koderma mica belt?
Correct Answer: C. Koderma
Koderma district is known for its mica deposits and forms part of the famous Koderma mica belt. Jharkhand is one of the leading producers of mica in India. Koderma was carved out of Hazaribagh district in 1994 and mica mining is the primary economic activity here.
The Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) was established in which year?
Correct Answer: B. 1948
The Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) was established in 1948 under the Damodar Valley Corporation Act. It was modelled on the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) of the USA. DVC manages a series of dams on the Damodar River for flood control, irrigation, and electricity generation across Jharkhand and West Bengal.