Boost Your JKSSB Exam Preparation: Daily 5 PYQs and Proven Post-PAA Tips with Explanations Series 1
1. Which of the following two high quality crops are extensively cultivated in the Jammu Region of Jammu and Kashmir ?
A. Mushrooms and Soyabeans
B. Saffron and Zeera
C. Mustard and Peas
D. Basmati and Rajmash
Correct Answer : D
Explanation : While Jammu region is home to high quality ‘Basmati’, ‘Rajmash’. Kashmir region is rich in high quality Saffron, ‘Zeera’, fresh and dry temperate fruits and commercial floriculture.
2. Which of the following options is the longest all weather road tunnel that has enabled increase in trade and tourism in the UT of J&K?
A. Banihal Qazikund Road Tunnel
B. Sangaldan Tunnel
C. Jawahar Tunnel
D. Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee Tunnel
Correct Answer: D
Explanation : Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee Tunnel, also known as Chenani-Nashri Tunnel.It is India’s longest road tunnel with a length of 9.028 km (5.6 miles), and the country’s first tunnel with a fully integrated tunnel control system. It reduces the distance between Jammu and Srinagar by 30 km and travel time by two hours.
3. Match the crops in List-1 with their Largest Producing states in List -II. (As per the Agricultural Statistics at a Glance 2018 Report)
List -1 | List-2 |
(i) Cotton | (a) Uttar Pradesh |
(ii) Sugarcane | (b) Karnataka |
(iii) Sunflower | (c) Gujarat |
(iv) Rice | (d) Rajasthan |
(e) West Bengal |
A. (i)-e, (ii)-a, (iii)-b, (iv)-b
B. (i)-c, (ii)-b, (iii)-a, (iv)-d
C. (i)-c, (ii)-a, (iii)-(b),(iv)-e
D. (i)-c, (ii)-a, (iii)-b, (iv)-d
Correct Answer : C
Explanation : Gujarat is the largest producer of cotton in India. Cotton is one of the most important fibre crops and cash crops in India. Uttar Pradesh is not only the largest producer of sugarcane in India but also the largest producer of food grains in India. Karnataka with a production of 3.04 lakh tonnes from an area of 7.94 lakh hectares, is India’s largest sunflower producer, followed by Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Bihar, Orissa, and Tamil Nadu. West Bengal is the largest producer of rice in India. Two crops of rice are raised in a year in this state. Rice is regarded as the master crop of coastal India and in few regions of eastern India.
4. As per the NITI Aayog’s 2019-2020 SDG India report, Jammu and Kashmir leads in which two categories of Sustainable Developments Goals ?
A. No poverty and Gender equality
B. Sustainable cities and Communities
C. Sustainable consumption and Production
D. Zero Hunger and Reduced Inequality
Correct Answer: A
Explanation : Jammu and Kashmir was leading in only two categories – No Poverty with 58 score and Gender Equality with 53 score. NITI Aayog full form stands for the ” National Institute For Transforming India” It aims to boost its economic growth and development and build a strong nation. NITI Aayog: Foundation- 2015. Chairperson : PM Narendra Modi. Vice Chairperson : Suman Berry
5. According to the Jammu and Kashmir Panchayati Raj Act, 1989, which of the following options is incorrect with reference to Powers and Functions of the Block Development Council ?
A. Conduct the elections of panchayats and wards as prescribed in the act.
B. Supervise plans relating to agriculture , rural development , animal husbandry, education and public health
C. Administrative and technical guidance to Halqa Panchayats and review of their work
D. Construction, maintenance and supervision of Inter Halqa Panchayat communication system.
Correct Answer: A