Directorate of Distance Education, Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata All Questions

Correct Answer: Development-Affected People's Movement  

Solution : The term 'environmental refugees' is often associated with Development-Affected People's Movement, referring to individuals who are displaced due to environmental changes or large-scale development projects.

Correct Answer: Himachal Pradesh

Solution : The correct answer is Himachal Pradesh.

In India, Hinduism is the most popular religion. Nearly 97 million Hindus live in India. India is the birthplace of Hinduism and 966.3 million Indians, or 79.8% of the nation's total population, belong to the Hindu religion, according

Correct Answer: 1961

Solution : The Dowry Prohibition Act was enacted in India in the year 1961 as part of social reform efforts to prevent the practice of giving or receiving dowry in marriage, which often led to financial burden and exploitation of women.

Correct Answer: The rights to land ownership and fair agricultural practices

Solution : Peasants' movements in India have historically fought for the rights to land ownership and fair agricultural practices, addressing issues such as tenancy, land redistribution, and agricultural pricing.

Correct Answer: 6

Solution : The correct answer is 6.

India recognizes six languages, Tamil, Telugu, Sanskrit, Kannada, Malayalam, and Odia as classical languages. Tamil was the first to receive this status in 2004. The classification emphasizes their historical and cultural significance. Following Schedule VIII of the Indian Constitution,

Correct Answer: Jaisalmer

Solution : The correct answer is Jaisalmer.

Jaisalmer, situated in the western part of India in the state of Rajasthan, exhibits the most substantial temperature difference between day and night. This notable diurnal temperature range can be attributed to the city's sandy terrain, which rapidly absorbs and

Correct Answer: 35

Solution : The correct option is 35.

The Census of India 2011 covered 28 states and 7 Union Territories, which is 35 in total. India's main administrative divisions are the states and Union Territories. Every ten years, the census collects a wealth of demographic, sociological, and

Correct Answer: Mumbai

Solution : The correct answer is Mumbai.

Mumbai port is located on Western Coast of India in the state of Maharashtra. It is the biggest and busiest port of India in terms of shipping traffic. Mumbai Port is also known as Jawaharlal Nehru Port or Nhava Sheva

Correct Answer: Uttar Pradesh

Solution : The correct answer is (b) Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh has the highest rural population among all states in India. It is the most populous state in the country and has a significant proportion of its population residing in rural areas. The rural population in

Correct Answer: Sri Lanka

Solution : The correct answer is Sri Lanka.

Katchatheevu Island was governed by Sri Lanka and India jointly during British rule. Early in the 20th century, Sri Lanka asserted territorial rights over the island, and as a result, through a joint agreement, India ceded the