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अपवाह तंत्र (नदियाँ व झीलें) – Rajasthan GK
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Q1. What percentage of Rajasthan's total drainage area falls under 'internal drainage'?
Answer 2
Explanation
Due to the Thar Desert, approximately 60% of the state's drainage system is internal. (Rajasthan Geography)
Q2. In which district is 'Jaisamand', India's second-largest artificial freshwater lake, located?
Answer 1
Explanation
After the cancellation of Salumber district, Jaisamand is once again included in Udaipur district.
Q3. Rajsamand Lake was constructed by damming which river?
Answer 3
Explanation
Maharana Raj Singh constructed Rajsamand Lake by damming the Gomati River.
Q4. Which lake connects Pichola Lake to Fateh Sagar Lake?
Answer 2
Explanation
Swaroop Sagar maintains the water balance between Pichola and Fateh Sagar.
Q5. Which river is known as 'Arjun ki Ganga' (Ganga of Arjun)?
Answer 1
Explanation
The Banganga River, originating from the Bairath hills of Jaipur, is called Arjun ki Ganga.
Q6. Which is the only tributary of Luni River that joins it from the right bank and does not originate from the Aravallis?
Answer 3
Explanation
The Jojari River originates from Pondlu village in Nagaur and joins the Luni River from the right bank.
Q7. In which districts is Sambhar Lake primarily spread?
Answer 1
Explanation
According to the current administrative setup, Sambhar Lake is located in Jaipur, Ajmer, and Nagaur districts.
Q8. Where is the state's highest dam, 'Jakham Dam', located?
Answer 3
Explanation
The Jakham Dam, located in Pratapgarh district, has a height of approximately 81 meters.
Q9. The Beneshwar Triveni Sangam is formed by the confluence of which rivers?
Answer 2
Explanation
The confluence of Som, Mahi, and Jakham in Dungarpur is known as Beneshwar.
Q10. Who built the Anasagar Lake?
Answer 2
Explanation
Arnoraj (Anaji) built the Anasagar Lake in 1137 AD.
Q11. Which is the longest river flowing entirely within Rajasthan?
Answer 3
Explanation
The Banas River originates from Khamnor (Rajsamand) and flows entirely within the state.
Q12. Through which district does the Chambal River enter Rajasthan?
Answer 3
Explanation
The Chambal River enters the state through Chaurasigarh in Chittorgarh.
Q13. Which river is known as the 'Dead River'?
Answer 3
Explanation
The Ghaggar River is considered a remnant of the ancient Saraswati River.
Q14. In which district is 'Jawai Dam' located?
Answer 1
Explanation
Jawai Dam is located in Pali district and is a major water source for Western Rajasthan.
Q15. After which place does the water of the Luni River turn saline?
Answer 2
Explanation
Due to the saline soil in the Balotra region, the water of the Luni River becomes saline.
Q16. Which lakes in Rajasthan have been included as 'Ramsar Sites'?
Answer 1
Explanation
Keoladeo National Park and Sambhar Lake are Ramsar Sites in Rajasthan.
Q17. What is the correct order of dams built on the Chambal River from its origin to its mouth?
Answer 2
Explanation
Order: Gandhi Sagar, Rana Pratap Sagar, Jawahar Sagar, Kota Barrage.
Q18. Where is 'Nakki Lake', the highest lake in Rajasthan, located?
Answer 2
Explanation
Nakki Lake is the highest lake in the state, located in Mount Abu (Sirohi).
Q19. Which river is known as the 'Ganga of Vagad and Kanthal'?
Answer 3
Explanation
The Mahi River crosses the Tropic of Cancer twice and is known as the Ganga of Vagad.
Q20. Which is the longest river of inland drainage that flows entirely within Rajasthan?
Answer 2
Explanation
The Kantli river is the longest inland drainage river that flows entirely within the state.
