Geography, Rivers & Districts — Set 9
UP GK · भूगोल, नदियां और जिले · Questions 81–90 of 160
The Ghaghra River is also known by which other name?
Correct Answer: B. Karnali
The Ghaghra River is also known as Karnali in Nepal where it originates near Lake Mansarovar in Tibet. In India, it is known as Ghaghra, and near Ayodhya it is locally called Saryu. It is the largest tributary of the Ganga by water volume.
Which of the following is a major railway junction in Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer: D. All of these
The correct answer is 'All of these'. Lucknow, Kanpur Central, and Varanasi Junction are all major railway junctions in UP. Lucknow has two major stations (Charbagh and Junction). UP has the largest railway network of any Indian state with several important junctions including Agra, Mughalsarai (now Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyay Jn), and Gorakhpur.
Sultanpur district is located on the banks of which river?
Correct Answer: B. Gomti
Sultanpur is located on the banks of the Gomti River. The Gomti flows through the heart of the town. Sultanpur is an important historical city and is now part of the Ayodhya Division. The district also has the Gomti flowing through several of its tehsils.
Which national park in UP was designated as a Tiger Reserve?
Correct Answer: B. Dudhwa National Park
Dudhwa National Park was designated as a Tiger Reserve in 1987-88 under Project Tiger. The Dudhwa Tiger Reserve also includes Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary. It is the only Tiger Reserve in UP and is located in the Terai region of Lakhimpur Kheri district.
Which soil type is found in the Bundelkhand region of UP?
Correct Answer: B. Red and yellow soil
Red and yellow soil is predominantly found in the Bundelkhand region of UP (Jhansi, Lalitpur, Hamirpur, Mahoba, Banda, Chitrakoot). This soil is formed from weathering of old crystalline and metamorphic rocks. Some pockets of mixed red and black soil also exist in southern Bundelkhand.
Which is the longest river flowing entirely within Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer: A. Gomti
The Gomti River is the longest river flowing almost entirely within Uttar Pradesh. It originates from Gomat Taal in Pilibhit and travels about 900 km before joining the Ganga at Ghazipur. The Sai River is also an intrastate river but is shorter at about 600 km.
The Bundelkhand Expressway connects Chitrakoot to which city?
Correct Answer: D. Etawah
The Bundelkhand Expressway connects Chitrakoot to Etawah (where it meets the Agra-Lucknow Expressway), spanning approximately 296 km. It was inaugurated in July 2022. The expressway aims to improve connectivity to the underdeveloped Bundelkhand region.
Which district of UP was earlier known as Faizabad?
Correct Answer: B. Ayodhya
Ayodhya district was earlier known as Faizabad. The name was officially changed in November 2018. Ayodhya, believed to be the birthplace of Lord Rama, is one of the most important religious cities in India. The Ram Mandir was consecrated here in January 2024.
What is the approximate population density of Uttar Pradesh as per Census 2011?
Correct Answer: B. 829 per sq km
The population density of Uttar Pradesh was 829 persons per sq km as per Census 2011. This makes it one of the most densely populated states in India. The national average population density was 382 per sq km, meaning UP's density is more than double the national figure.
The Varuna River, from which Varanasi gets its name, joins which river?
Correct Answer: B. Ganga
The Varuna River joins the Ganga at the northern end of Varanasi city. The name 'Varanasi' is derived from the two rivers Varuna and Assi that join the Ganga at the northern and southern boundaries of the city respectively. The Assi nala joins the Ganga at Assi Ghat.