Geography, Rivers & Districts — Set 4
UP GK · भूगोल, नदियां और जिले · Questions 31–40 of 160
The Ken River joins which major river?
Correct Answer: B. Yamuna
The Ken River joins the Yamuna River near Chilla village in Banda district of UP. The Ken originates from the Vindhyan Range near Ahirgawan in Madhya Pradesh. The proposed Ken-Betwa river linking project aims to transfer surplus water from the Ken to the water-deficit Betwa basin.
Which Indian state does NOT share a border with Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer: B. Gujarat
Gujarat does not share a border with Uttar Pradesh. UP shares its border with eight states: Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh (north), Haryana (northwest), Rajasthan (west), Madhya Pradesh (south), Chhattisgarh (southeast), Jharkhand and Bihar (east). Rajasthan separates UP from Gujarat.
The Sarda (Mahakali) River forms the boundary between Uttar Pradesh and which country?
Correct Answer: B. Nepal
The Sarda (Mahakali) River forms part of the India-Nepal boundary along Uttar Pradesh. The river originates from the Kalapani area and flows along the UP-Nepal border. The Sarda Sahayak Canal, one of the largest canal systems in India, draws water from this river for irrigation in UP.
Jhansi district falls under which administrative division?
Correct Answer: C. Jhansi Division
Jhansi district falls under the Jhansi Division. The Jhansi Division includes the districts of Jhansi, Lalitpur, and Jalaun. This region is part of the Bundelkhand area of UP, known for its rocky terrain and historical significance during the 1857 revolt.
Which lake in Uttar Pradesh is the largest natural lake?
Correct Answer: C. Bakhira Tal
Bakhira Tal (Bird Sanctuary) in Sant Kabir Nagar district is among the largest natural lakes in UP. It was designated as a Bird Sanctuary and is a Ramsar wetland site. Nainital Lake is no longer in UP as it became part of Uttarakhand after 2000.
The average annual rainfall of Uttar Pradesh is approximately:
Correct Answer: B. 80-100 cm
The average annual rainfall of Uttar Pradesh is approximately 80-100 cm. Rainfall increases from west to east, with western UP receiving about 60 cm and eastern UP receiving up to 100-120 cm. Most rainfall comes during the southwest monsoon season (June-September).
Mathura is famous as a city on the banks of which river?
Correct Answer: B. Yamuna
Mathura is situated on the banks of the Yamuna River. It is celebrated as the birthplace of Lord Krishna and is one of the seven sacred cities of Hinduism. The Yamuna flows through the city creating the famous Vishram Ghat and other religious sites.
Which district of UP is known for the Sonbhadra coalfield?
Correct Answer: B. Sonbhadra
Sonbhadra district is known for its coal reserves, part of the Singrauli coalfield. Sonbhadra is the only district in India that shares borders with four states: Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and Bihar. It is also a major producer of thermal power in UP.
Which region of UP is called the 'Doab'?
Correct Answer: A. Land between Ganga and Yamuna
The term 'Doab' refers to the land between two rivers, specifically the area between the Ganga and Yamuna rivers in UP. The Ganga-Yamuna Doab is one of the most fertile agricultural regions in India. It includes districts like Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Bulandshahr, Aligarh, and Agra.
How many Lok Sabha constituencies are there in Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer: B. 80
Uttar Pradesh has 80 Lok Sabha constituencies, the highest for any state in India. This is a reflection of its massive population. The state also has 403 Vidhan Sabha (Legislative Assembly) constituencies, also the highest in the country.