Punjab State

Q. Consider the following facts about sodic soils of Punjab. 1. formed due to waterlogging by canal irrigation 2. Found in Fazilka, Faridkot 3. pH value ranges from 6.7 to 8.5 4. highly suitable for agriculture Which of the following is true for this soil?

A
3 and 4
B
1 and 2
C
1 and 4
D
All of these

Correct Answer

1 and 2

More Questions on Punjab

  • Q. Wetland which was declared as wildlife sanctuary in 2009 is
    A)Harike Wetland
    B)Ropar Wetland
    C)Nangal Wetland
    D)Ranjit Sagar Wetland
    Answer: Ropar Wetland
  • Q. With reference to the Durries, consider the following statements. 1. Durries are rough woven rugs that are functional as well as striking in nature. 2. Durries are used either as carpets or as bedsheets. Select the correct answer
    A)Only 2
    B)Only 1
    C)Both 1 and 2
    D)Neither 1 nor 2
    Answer: Only 2
  • Q. Under the schemes for urban Punjab, the state government developed new centres of industries and urban areas in
    A)Amritsar, Ludhiana
    B)Hoshiarpur, Jalandhar
    C)Bathinda, Mohali
    D)Both (A) and (B)
    Answer: Both (A) and (B)
  • Q. What is the main instrument that is used in Karthi dance?
    A)Dhol
    B)Shenai
    C)Sarangi
    D)Pakhawaj
    Answer: Shenai
  • Q. n 1959 the office of education department of Punjab was shifted from Shimla to
    A)Chandigarh
    B)Amritsar
    C)Batala
    D)Dasua
    Answer: Chandigarh
  • Q. The central government has approved two SEZs in …… district in Punjab.
    A)Ludhiana
    B)Mohali
    C)Paliala
    D)None of these
    Answer: Mohali
  • Q. What does the word ‘Jindua’ simply mean?
    A)Victory
    B)Rhythm
    C)Love of my life
    D)None of these
    Answer: Love of my life
  • Q. Which of the following sanctuaries lies on the bank of Ravi river.
    A)Nangal Wildlife Sanctuary
    B)Harike Wildlife Sanctuary
    C)Abohar Wildlife Sanctuary
    D)Kathlaur-Kushlian Wildlife Sanctuary
    Answer: Kathlaur-Kushlian Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Q. Who wanted to create a Punjabi Suba (Punjabi Province)?
    A)The Muslim League
    B)The Akali Dal
    C)Indian National Congress
    D)None of the above
    Answer: The Akali Dal
  • Q. Which of the following was the Chief Minister of Punjab province and widely acknowledged as architect of post independent Punjab?
    A)Partap Singh Kairon
    B)Krishan Kant
    C)Master Tara Singh
    D)Zail Singh
    Answer: Partap Singh Kairon
  • Q. Which of the following multinational company is associated with Rajpura Thermal Power Plant in the state of Punjab?
    A)Larsen and Toubro Ltd.
    B)Sterlite Energy Ltd.
    C)Reliance Power Corporation
    D)None of the above
    Answer: Larsen and Toubro Ltd.
  • Q. Which of these are the objectives of Forest Policy of Punjab?
    A)To increase the area under forest and tree cover.
    B)To protect, conserve and improve the state's forest and natural resources.
    C)To promote non-timber uses of forests.
    D)All of the above
    Answer: All of the above
  • Q. Which of the following revolutionary of Punjab was the first President of Ghadar Party?
    A)Sohan Singh Bhakna
    B)Lala Hardayal
    C)Bhai Parmanand
    D)Lala Lajpat Rai
    Answer: Sohan Singh Bhakna
  • Q. Mearly bug is a pest which affects the yield of ……. crop in Punjab.
    A)Oil seeds
    B)Maize
    C)Cotton
    D)Pulses
    Answer: Cotton
  • Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan implemented in the state 1. It is a programme with a clear time frame for universal elementary education. 2. A response to the demand for quality basic education all over the country. 3. An opportunity for promoting social juctice through basic education. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
    A)Only 2
    B)Only 1
    C)2 and 3
    D)All of these
    Answer: All of these
  • Q. The Mid-Day Meal Scheme applied in the state by the State Government is an effort to achieve which of the following objectives? 1. Access to education. 2. Enrolment of children. 3. Retention of enrolled children. 4. Achievement in the enrolled children. Select the correct answer
    A)1 and 3
    B)Only 3
    C)Only 2
    D)All of these
    Answer: All of these
  • Q. Which of the following states has been the first state in the country to initiate contract farming at Government?
    A)Punjab
    B)Haryana
    C)Karnataka
    D)Tamil Nadu
    Answer: Punjab
  • Q. Diwan Singh and Dhani Ram Chatrik are poets during
    A)Early Eighteenth Century
    B)Indian Freedom Movement
    C)Pre-British Period
    D)None of the above
    Answer: Indian Freedom Movement
  • Q. Durgiana Temple in Amritsar was built in
    A)1920
    B)1921
    C)1825
    D)1930
    Answer: 1921
  • Q. It was declared a protected forest and then as a sanctuary under the Fauna of Patiala Act in 1952. Name the wildlife sanctuary.
    A)Bir Moti Bagh
    B)Bir Dosanjh
    C)Bir Bhadson
    D)None of these
    Answer: Bir Moti Bagh

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