Geographical Scenario (Jharkhand)

11. Rajrappa is located on the confluence of which rivers? [Jharkhand P.C.S. (Pre) 2016]

(a) Damodar-Bhera
(b) Damodar-SherBhukhi
(c) Damodar-Barakar
(d) Damodar-Konar

Correct Answer: (a) Damodar-Bhera

Solution:Rajrappa, a tourist spot, is known for the 'Chhinnamastika Temple' located on the bank of the confluence of the Bhairavi or Bhera and Damodar rivers. Inside the old temple, the headless statue of the goddess stands over the bodies of Kamdev and Rati on a lotus bed.

12. The caves of Palkot are located in _______. [Jharkhand P.C.S. (Pre) 2021]

(a) Ranchi
(b) Lohardaga
(c) Gumla
(d) Hazaribag

Correct Answer: (c) Gumla

Solution:The caves of Palkot are located in Gumla. Palkot block is situated at about 26 km from district headquarter Gumla. In ancient period it is known as Nagri and Pampapuri. This is the capital of King Bali and Sugriv.

13. Which is called as 'Shimla of Jharkhand'? [Jharkhand P.C.S. (Pre) 2016]

(a) Hazaribagh
(b) Netarhat
(c) Bokaro
(d) Ranchi

Correct Answer: (d) Ranchi

Solution:In the district of Ranchi, Chutupalu is known as Shimla of Jharkhand. Ranchi has been selected as one of the hundred Indian cities to be developed as smart city under flagship Smart City Mission.

14. Surajkund of Hazaribagh is the hottest water spring of Jharkhand. What is its temperature? [Jharkhand P.C.S. (Pre) 2013]

(a) 80 °C (182 °F)
(b) 84 °C (186 °F)
(c) 80 °C (190 °F)
(d) 92 °C (194 °F)

Correct Answer: (c) 80 °C (190 °F)

Solution:Surajkund located in Hazaribagh is the hottest water spring of Jharkhand. The temperature of its surface is 87°C (189°F) and the average temperature of its interior is 165°C (329°F). Therefore, option (c) will be the correct answer.

15. What is the height of Parasnath Hill? [Jharkhand P.C.S. (Pre) 2013]

(a) 4380 feet
(b) 4480 feet
(c) 4580 feet
(d) 4680 feet

Correct Answer: (b) 4480 feet

Solution:The height peak of Parasnath Hill is approx 1350 meter (4429.134 Feet). This is the highest peak of Chhota Nagpur Plateau. Option (b) is the closest answer among the given options.

16. What is the height of Parasnath hill? [Jharkhand P.C.S. (Pre) 2016]

(a) 1600 meter
(b) 1565 meter
(c) 1365 meter
(d) 1260 meter

Correct Answer: (c) 1365 meter

Solution:Parasnath Hills are a range of hills located in Giridih district of Jharkhand. The highest peak is around 1365 meters. It is one of the most important pilgrimage centre for Jains. They call it Sammed Shikhar. The hill is named after Parasnath, the 23rd Tirthankara.

17. Per capita forest and tree cover in Jharkhand is: [Jharkhand P.C.S. (Pre) 2016]

(a) 0.08 hectare
(b) 1.08 hectare
(c) 2.08 hectare
(d) 3.08 hectare

Correct Answer: (a) 0.08 hectare

Solution:According to ISFR 2017, total forest and tree cover in Jharkhand is 26261 sq. km. which is 32.94% of its total geographical area. Per Capita forest and tree cover in the state is 0.08 hectare. As per ISFR 2021 per capita forest and tree census in Jharkhand is nearly the same.

18. In the state of Jharkhand, the forests categorized as 'Reserve Forests': [Jharkhand P.C.S. (Pre) 2016]

(a) Prohibits all activities unless permitted
(b) Allows all activities generally
(c) Completely prohibits all activities
(d) None of the above

Correct Answer: (a) Prohibits all activities unless permitted

Solution:In the state of Jharkhand, the forests have been categorized into three categories Reserve forests, Protected forest and Unclassed forests. Reserve forests prohibit all activities unless permitted.

19. The Government of Jharkhand initiated Wild Life Management Plan for a period of ............... years in different wildlife sanctuaries existing in State of Jharkhand. [Jharkhand P.C.S. (Pre) 2016]

(a) 5 years
(b) 6 years
(c) 4 years
(d) 10 years

Correct Answer: (d) 10 years

Solution:The Government of Jharkhand initiated Wild Life Management Plan for a period of 10 years in different Wild Life Sanctuaries existing in state of Jharkhand. These Wildlife Sanctuaries are - Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary, Koderma Wildlife Sanctuary, Hazaribagh Wildlife Sanctuary, Parasnath Wildlife Sanctuary and Udhuwa Lake bird Sanctuary.

20. Mahuadarn Sanctuary is located in which district of Jharkhand? [Jharkhand P.C.S. (Pre) 2016]

(a) Palamu
(b) Kodarma
(c) Chatra
(d) Latehar

Correct Answer: (d) Latehar

Solution:Mahuadarn Sanctuary is situated in the Chechari Valley of district Latehar. The sanctuary is famous for wolf.