punjab GK MCQ

21. Punjab experiences out-migration of skilled professionals primarily to:

Other Indian states
USA, Canada, UK
Middle Eastern countries
European countries

Detailed SolutionPunjab experiences out-migration of skilled professionals primarily to:

22. Zamindars were responsible for:

Collecting taxes
Maintaining law and order
Patronizing local arts
All of the above

Detailed SolutionZamindars were responsible for:

23. Evidence of pottery making in Neolithic Punjab suggests:

Use of vessels for food storage
Development of artistic expression
Advancements in cooking techniques
All of the above

Detailed SolutionEvidence of pottery making in Neolithic Punjab suggests:

24. Organic farming in Punjab is being promoted as a strategy for:

Sustainable agriculture
Export potential
Premium prices
All of the above

Detailed SolutionOrganic farming in Punjab is being promoted as a strategy for:

25. Which region of Punjab might have a relatively higher concentration of ST population?

Border areas with Himachal Pradesh
Shivalik foothills
Industrial zones
Central plains

Detailed SolutionWhich region of Punjab might have a relatively higher concentration of ST population?

26. Common tree species like Shisham and Kikar are found in which region of Punjab?

Plains
Shivalik Hills
Desert fringes
Wetlands

Detailed SolutionCommon tree species like Shisham and Kikar are found in which region of Punjab?

27. The ‘urban agglomeration’ concept in the census is used to:

Group together closely spaced towns
Estimate rural-urban migration
Measure the expansion of cities
Identify slums and informal settlements

Detailed SolutionThe ‘urban agglomeration’ concept in the census is used to:

28. The rulers of Kapurthala State were known for their:

Military prowess
Patronage of arts and architecture
Progressive social reforms
Diplomatic alliances

Detailed SolutionThe rulers of Kapurthala State were known for their:

29. The Pong Dam is located in the neighboring state of:

Rajasthan
Haryana
Himachal Pradesh
Uttarakhand

Detailed SolutionThe Pong Dam is located in the neighboring state of:

30. One challenge in developing Punjab’s mineral sector is:

Limited geological data
Focus on agriculture
Lack of infrastructure
All of the above

Detailed SolutionOne challenge in developing Punjab’s mineral sector is:

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