Indian geography miscellaneous


  1. Which of the following produces the most solid waste?









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    Solid waste refers to solid or semisolid, non-soluble material such as agricultural refuse, demolition waste, industrial waste, mining residues, municipal garbage, and sewage sludge. It mainly results from the manufacturing process such as that of factories, industries, mills, and mining operations. Some examples of solid wastes produced from manufacturing are: chemical solvents, paints, sandpaper, paper products, industrial by-products, metals, and radioactive wastes.

    Correct Option: C

    Solid waste refers to solid or semisolid, non-soluble material such as agricultural refuse, demolition waste, industrial waste, mining residues, municipal garbage, and sewage sludge. It mainly results from the manufacturing process such as that of factories, industries, mills, and mining operations. Some examples of solid wastes produced from manufacturing are: chemical solvents, paints, sandpaper, paper products, industrial by-products, metals, and radioactive wastes.


  1. Which one of the following industries is known as ‘Sunrise Industry’?









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    Sunrise industry is a colloquial term for a sector or business that is in its infancy, but is growing at a rapid pace. A sunrise industry is typically characterized by high growth rates, numerous start-ups and an abundance of venture capital funding. It is mostly used in the context of Information technology industry which has grown at great pace in recent times.

    Correct Option: C

    Sunrise industry is a colloquial term for a sector or business that is in its infancy, but is growing at a rapid pace. A sunrise industry is typically characterized by high growth rates, numerous start-ups and an abundance of venture capital funding. It is mostly used in the context of Information technology industry which has grown at great pace in recent times.



  1. Which place is said to be the Manchester of South India?









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    Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu is often referred to as the “Manchester of South India” due to its cotton production and textile industries. It is also referred to as the “Pump City” as it supplies nearly half of India’s requirements of motors and pumps. Coimbatore a major hub for textiles, industries, commerce, education, information technology, and manufacturing in Tamil Nadu.

    Correct Option: A

    Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu is often referred to as the “Manchester of South India” due to its cotton production and textile industries. It is also referred to as the “Pump City” as it supplies nearly half of India’s requirements of motors and pumps. Coimbatore a major hub for textiles, industries, commerce, education, information technology, and manufacturing in Tamil Nadu.


  1. Which of the following industries is at Koraput?









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    Koraput in Odisha is famous for the Engine division of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a defence enterprise of the Government of India. This factory manufactures aircraft engines for MiG and Sukhoi fighter aircraft.

    Correct Option: B

    Koraput in Odisha is famous for the Engine division of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a defence enterprise of the Government of India. This factory manufactures aircraft engines for MiG and Sukhoi fighter aircraft.



  1. Which one among the following industries is the maximum consumer of water in India?









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    Indian Thermal Power Plants are one of the highest consumers of water as compared to their global counterparts. On an average, for every 1000 kWh power, Indian TPPs consume as much as 80 cubic meters of water. It consumes 87.87% of industrial water use in India.

    Correct Option: B

    Indian Thermal Power Plants are one of the highest consumers of water as compared to their global counterparts. On an average, for every 1000 kWh power, Indian TPPs consume as much as 80 cubic meters of water. It consumes 87.87% of industrial water use in India.