Geography & Plateau — Set 8
Jharkhand GK · भूगोल और पठार · Questions 71–80 of 120
What is the headquarters of Lohardaga district in Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: B. Lohardaga town
Lohardaga town is the headquarters of Lohardaga district in Jharkhand. The district is known for its bauxite deposits and is one of the smaller districts. It is predominantly tribal with a significant Oraon population. The district has dense forests and is surrounded by other tribal-dominated districts.
The Jharia Coalfield, India's richest coking coal deposit, is located in which district?
Correct Answer: C. Dhanbad
The Jharia Coalfield is located in Dhanbad district of Jharkhand. It is India's most important coking coal field and contains some of the best quality coking coal essential for steel production. The Jharia coalfield has been facing the problem of underground coal fires for decades.
Which river largely forms the boundary between Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh in the western part?
Correct Answer: A. North Koel
The North Koel River largely forms the boundary between Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh in the western region. The river flows from Palamu and Latehar districts of Jharkhand into Chhattisgarh. After flowing through Chhattisgarh, it joins the Son River, which is a tributary of the Ganga.
Which districts are associated with the historical Santhal Hul (rebellion) of 1855?
Correct Answer: B. Dumka and Sahebganj (Santhal Pargana)
The Santhal Hul (rebellion) of 1855-56 was centred in the Santhal Pargana region, which includes present-day Dumka, Sahebganj, Godda, Pakur, and Jamtara districts. The rebellion was led by Sidhu and Kanhu Murmu against British colonial rule and landlord exploitation. Dumka served as a major centre of the revolt.
What is the headquarters of Jamtara district in Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: C. Jamtara town
Jamtara town is the headquarters of Jamtara district in Jharkhand. The district was carved out of Dumka in 2001. Jamtara has gained notoriety in recent years as a centre for cybercrime and phishing operations. It is situated in the Santhal Pargana division with a large tribal population.
Moonidih Colliery (BCCL) in Dhanbad uses which advanced coal mining technique?
Correct Answer: B. Longwall mining
Moonidih Colliery of Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL) in Dhanbad uses the longwall mining technique and is one of the largest fully mechanised underground coal mines in India. Longwall mining allows for efficient extraction of coal seams at great depths. The mine is part of the Jharia coalfield complex.
The Mahuadanr Wolf Sanctuary in Jharkhand is located in which district?
Correct Answer: B. Latehar
Mahuadanr Wolf Sanctuary is located in Latehar district of Jharkhand. It is the only wolf sanctuary in India, established to protect the Indian wolf (Canis lupus pallipes). The sanctuary covers about 63 sq km and is located near the Betla National Park area.
What is the headquarters of Garhwa district in Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: B. Garhwa town
Garhwa town is the headquarters of Garhwa district in Jharkhand. The district was carved out of Palamu in 1991. It is located in the northernmost part of Jharkhand and borders Uttar Pradesh. The district is known for its limestone deposits and forest resources.
The Topchanchi Lake in Jharkhand is located near which city?
Correct Answer: B. Dhanbad
Topchanchi Lake (also called Topchanchi Dam) is located about 37 km from Dhanbad city in Jharkhand. It is a man-made lake built in 1914 and is surrounded by Sal and Mahua forests. The lake is a popular picnic spot and is part of the Topchanchi Wildlife Sanctuary.
Khunti district of Jharkhand is historically significant as the homeland of which freedom fighter?
Correct Answer: B. Birsa Munda
Khunti is historically significant as the homeland of Birsa Munda, the famous tribal freedom fighter and folk hero of Jharkhand. Birsa Munda led the Ulgulan movement against British rule and zamindars. The district was carved out of Ranchi in 2007 and has a predominantly Munda tribal population.