sikkim GK MCQ

1. Dubdi Monastery, considered the oldest in Sikkim, is associated with the:

Nyingma tradition of Buddhism
Kagyu tradition of Buddhism
Sakya tradition of Buddhism
Gelug tradition of Buddhism

Detailed SolutionDubdi Monastery, considered the oldest in Sikkim, is associated with the:

2. Rumtek Monastery, an important seat of Tibetan Buddhism, is known for its:

Vast library of Buddhist texts
Intricate murals and carvings
Role in preserving Tibetan traditions
All of the above

Detailed SolutionRumtek Monastery, an important seat of Tibetan Buddhism, is known for its:

3. The Sikkim Manipal University is a prominent institution for:

Medical and Engineering studies
Arts and Humanities
Agriculture and Forestry
Tourism and Hospitality

Detailed SolutionThe Sikkim Manipal University is a prominent institution for:

4. The concept of ‘Sangha seats’ in the Sikkim Assembly aims to ensure representation for:

Buddhist monastic communities
The Bhutia-Lepcha communities
The Nepali majority population
Migrant labor communities

Detailed SolutionThe concept of ‘Sangha seats’ in the Sikkim Assembly aims to ensure representation for:

5. The standard of living dimension of HDI is often measured by:

Gross National Income (GNI) per capita
Access to basic necessities
Consumer spending patterns
Wealth inequality

Detailed SolutionThe standard of living dimension of HDI is often measured by:

6. Tamang Selo is a folk dance primarily associated with the:

Lepcha community
Bhutia community
Nepali community
Limbu community

Detailed SolutionTamang Selo is a folk dance primarily associated with the:

7. Tourists can practice responsible tourism in Sikkim by:

Minimizing waste and pollution
Supporting local businesses
Respecting local customs and traditions
All of the above

Detailed SolutionTourists can practice responsible tourism in Sikkim by:

8. Initial British interest in Sikkim was primarily driven by:

Desire to control trade routes to Tibet
Strategic concerns about Nepal and Bhutan
Missionary activities
Exploration and mapping

Detailed SolutionInitial British interest in Sikkim was primarily driven by:

9. A significant portion of Sikkim’s budget is usually allocated to:

Social welfare schemes
Infrastructure development
Education and healthcare
All of the above

Detailed SolutionA significant portion of Sikkim’s budget is usually allocated to:

10. Sikkim’s heritage sites like monasteries and palaces are a testament to the patronage of:

The Namgyal Dynasty
British colonial rule
The Indian government
International NGOs

Detailed SolutionSikkim’s heritage sites like monasteries and palaces are a testament to the patronage of:

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