Geography, Rivers & Districts — Set 6
UP GK · भूगोल, नदियां और जिले · Questions 51–60 of 160
Which national highway connects Delhi to Kolkata passing through Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer: B. NH-2 (now NH-19)
NH-2 (now renumbered as NH-19) connects Delhi to Kolkata via the Grand Trunk Road corridor, passing through major UP cities including Agra, Kanpur, Prayagraj, and Varanasi. This historic route was originally built by Sher Shah Suri in the 16th century.
The Son River flows through which part of Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer: C. Southern UP (Sonbhadra-Mirzapur)
The Son River flows through the southern part of UP, mainly through Sonbhadra and Mirzapur districts. Sonbhadra district gets its name from this river. The Son originates from Amarkantak in Madhya Pradesh and is a major right-bank tributary of the Ganga.
Allahabad (Prayagraj) falls under which administrative division?
Correct Answer: B. Prayagraj Division
Prayagraj (Allahabad) falls under the Prayagraj Division. This division includes the districts of Prayagraj, Kaushambi, Fatehpur, and Pratapgarh. Prayagraj is one of the most historically and culturally significant cities, hosting the Kumbh Mela.
Which river is the longest tributary of the Ganga by discharge volume?
Correct Answer: B. Ghaghra
The Ghaghra (Ghaghara/Karnali) is the largest tributary of the Ganga by discharge volume. It carries more water than even the Yamuna. Originating near Lake Mansarovar in Tibet, it enters India through Nepal and flows across eastern UP before merging with the Ganga.
Which of the following airports in UP handles the most passenger traffic?
Correct Answer: A. Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport, Lucknow
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport in Lucknow handles the highest passenger traffic among airports in UP. It serves as the main gateway to the state capital and surrounding regions. Varanasi's Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport is the second busiest in the state.
The Khadar soil found in UP is characterised by which feature?
Correct Answer: B. New alluvium, highly fertile
Khadar soil is new alluvium deposited by rivers during annual floods, making it highly fertile. It is found in the flood plains of rivers in UP. In contrast, Bangar is the older alluvial soil found on higher ground away from rivers, which is less fertile than Khadar.
Gorakhpur district belongs to which administrative division?
Correct Answer: B. Gorakhpur Division
Gorakhpur district belongs to the Gorakhpur Division. The Gorakhpur Division includes the districts of Gorakhpur, Deoria, Kushinagar, and Maharajganj. Gorakhpur is the largest city in eastern UP and is famous for the Gorakhnath Temple and Gita Press.
Which river forms part of the southern boundary of Uttar Pradesh with Madhya Pradesh?
Correct Answer: C. Chambal
The Chambal River forms part of the boundary between UP and Madhya Pradesh in the southwestern region. The Chambal flows through deep ravines along this boundary area. The National Chambal Sanctuary along the river is home to gharials, river dolphins, and freshwater turtles.
What is the sex ratio of Uttar Pradesh as per Census 2011?
Correct Answer: C. 912
The sex ratio of Uttar Pradesh as per Census 2011 was 912 females per 1000 males, which is below the national average of 943. The child sex ratio (0-6 years) was even lower at 902. This indicates significant gender disparity in the state.
The Rihand Dam is located in which district of Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer: B. Sonbhadra
The Rihand Dam is located in Sonbhadra district of UP. Built on the Rihand River (a tributary of the Son), it was completed in 1962. The reservoir created by the dam is called Govind Ballabh Pant Sagar, which is one of the largest man-made lakes in India.