Geography, Rivers & Districts — Set 10
UP GK · भूगोल, नदियां और जिले · Questions 91–100 of 160
Which power plant complex in Sonbhadra is one of the largest in Asia?
Correct Answer: D. All are part of the Sonbhadra power complex
Sonbhadra is called the 'Energy Capital of UP' as it hosts multiple power plants: Obra, Rihand, Anpara, and Shaktinagar thermal plants along with the Rihand Hydroelectric station. Together they form one of the largest power generation complexes in Asia.
Which Indian state lies to the southeast of Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer: D. Both B and C
Both Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh lie to the southeast of Uttar Pradesh. They share their borders with UP through the Sonbhadra district. Madhya Pradesh lies to the south and southwest of UP. This southeastern border region is part of the Vindhyan Plateau.
The Sai River is a tributary of which river?
Correct Answer: C. Gomti
The Sai River is a tributary of the Gomti River. It originates near Hardoi district and flows through Rae Bareli and Pratapgarh before joining the Gomti near Jaunpur. The Sai is approximately 600 km long and is an important river for irrigation in central UP.
Which famous ghats are located along the Ganga in Varanasi?
Correct Answer: D. All of these
Dashashwamedh Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat, and Assi Ghat are all famous ghats along the Ganga in Varanasi. There are a total of 84 ghats in Varanasi. Dashashwamedh is known for the daily Ganga Aarti, while Manikarnika is the main cremation ghat. Assi Ghat marks the confluence of the Assi River with the Ganga.
Which division of UP includes Aligarh and Hathras districts?
Correct Answer: C. Aligarh Division
Aligarh and Hathras districts are part of the Aligarh Division. The Aligarh Division comprises Aligarh, Hathras, Kasganj, and Etah districts. Aligarh is famous for its lock industry and for the Aligarh Muslim University, one of the oldest universities in India.
Which UP district is famous for the Taj Mahal?
Correct Answer: C. Agra
Agra district is famous for the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, it was completed in 1653. Agra also houses the Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Which river divides Lucknow into old and new parts?
Correct Answer: C. Gomti
The Gomti River divides Lucknow into the old city (on the right/south bank) and newer areas (on the left/north bank). Historical monuments like the Bara Imambara and Chhota Imambara are on the south bank. Modern Lucknow has expanded on both sides of the river.
Which UP district is the largest producer of sugar in India?
Correct Answer: A. Lakhimpur Kheri
Lakhimpur Kheri is among the largest sugar producing districts in India due to extensive sugarcane cultivation in the Terai region. The district has numerous sugar mills. Uttar Pradesh itself is the largest producer of sugarcane in India, contributing about 50% of national production.
The Devipatan Division of UP includes which of the following districts?
Correct Answer: A. Gonda, Balrampur, Shravasti, Bahraich
The Devipatan Division includes the districts of Gonda, Balrampur, Shravasti, and Bahraich. This division is located in the northeastern part of UP, bordering Nepal. The division is named after the famous Devi Patan temple in Balrampur district.
Which canal originates from the Madhya Ganga Barrage at Bijnor?
Correct Answer: C. Madhya Ganga Canal
The Madhya Ganga Canal originates from the Madhya Ganga Barrage at Bijnor on the Ganga River. It was built to provide irrigation to western UP's Doab region. The canal system includes a network of distributaries serving the districts of Bijnor, Moradabad, and surrounding areas.