Geography, Rivers & Districts — Set 14
UP GK · भूगोल, नदियां और जिले · Questions 131–140 of 160
Firozabad district of UP is famous for which industry?
Correct Answer: B. Glass bangles
Firozabad is famous worldwide for its glass bangle industry. It is one of the largest producers of glass bangles in the world. The industry employs thousands of workers and has existed for centuries. Firozabad district falls under the Agra Division.
Which UP district has the lowest population density?
Correct Answer: B. Sonbhadra
Sonbhadra has one of the lowest population densities among UP districts at about 270 per sq km (Census 2011). This is because of its hilly, forested Vindhyan terrain with large areas under forests and industrial zones. In contrast, some western UP districts have densities exceeding 2,000 per sq km.
The Ghaghra River enters Uttar Pradesh from which direction?
Correct Answer: B. From the north via Nepal
The Ghaghra River enters Uttar Pradesh from Nepal in the north. Originating as the Karnali in Tibet, it flows through Nepal and enters UP near Bahraich district. It then flows southeast across UP before joining the Ganga. It is the most voluminous tributary of the Ganga.
Chitrakoot, an important pilgrimage town, is located on the banks of which river?
Correct Answer: C. Mandakini
Chitrakoot is located on the banks of the Mandakini River. According to the Ramayana, Lord Rama, Sita, and Laxman spent 11 of their 14 years of exile at Chitrakoot. The Mandakini River (not to be confused with the one in Uttarakhand) flows through this religious town in Bundelkhand.
Which of the following is the western-most district of Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer: A. Agra
Agra is among the westernmost districts of Uttar Pradesh. The western boundary of UP is formed by Rajasthan and Haryana. Districts like Agra, Mathura, and Saharanpur lie along the western edge of the state.
What is the decadal population growth rate of UP as per Census 2011?
Correct Answer: C. 20.23%
The decadal population growth rate of Uttar Pradesh was 20.23% during 2001-2011. This is higher than the national decadal growth rate of 17.64%. The state added approximately 33 million people in the decade, the highest absolute addition by any state.
Which Indian state was carved out from Uttar Pradesh in November 2000?
Correct Answer: C. Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand (initially called Uttaranchal) was carved out of Uttar Pradesh on 9 November 2000. It comprised the Garhwal and Kumaon hill districts of UP. Before separation, UP included 83 districts, which reduced to 70 (later increased to 75).
Which major river flows through Allahabad Fort before the Sangam?
Correct Answer: B. Yamuna
The Yamuna flows past the Allahabad Fort (built by Akbar in 1583) just before reaching the Sangam where it meets the Ganga. The fort is situated at the confluence point. The Yamuna's course near the fort has shifted over centuries, and the river joins the Ganga at the famous Triveni Sangam.
Which UP district is known for its coal reserves associated with the Singrauli coalfield?
Correct Answer: B. Sonbhadra
Sonbhadra district has coal reserves as part of the Singrauli coalfield, which extends across the UP-MP border. The coalfield has estimated reserves of over 9 billion tonnes. This coal supports the major thermal power plants located in Sonbhadra, making it the energy capital of UP.
Which two rivers meet at Kaithi near Varanasi?
Correct Answer: B. Ganga and Gomti
The Gomti River meets the Ganga near Kaithi (Saidpur Kaithi) in Ghazipur district, close to the Varanasi region. The Gomti completes its approximately 900 km journey through UP at this point. This confluence is significant for the geography of eastern UP.