31. The Tamenglong Orange Festival commenced recently. In this context, consider the following statements:
- It is celebrated in Manipur.
- The Tamenglong Orange holds a GI tagged status.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
Answer: A [Only 1 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is correct:
The Tamenglong Orange Festival is hosted in Manipur. The 2019 edition of the festival is 16th edition. The festival is conducted by the Manipur state government with the sponsorship of the North Eastern Council. Tamenglong is a district in Manipur.
Statement 2 is incorrect:
Tamenglong Orange is yet to get a GI tag. The district is the largest producer of oranges in the state. The festival is being organised to promote orange growers and competitions and seminars are held in addition to cultural programs. Monetary prizes are also distributed to the winners of the orange growers.
32. When is the Statehood day of the three North-eastern states- Manipur, Meghalaya and Tripura, recently celebrated?
[A] January 19
[B] January 20
[C] January 21
[D] January 22
Answer: C [January 21]
Notes:
The people of the three North-eastern states- Manipur, Meghalaya and Tripura celebrated their Statehood Day on January 21. On the same day in 1972, these three states became full-fledged states under the North Eastern Region (Re-organisation) Act, 1971. This year, the states celebrate their 48th Statehood day.
Many National Leaders including the Prime Minister and the President expressed their wishes to the states on their Statehood day and greeted the cultural heritage and traditions of the North-Eastern states.
33. Which of the following languages were included through 71st Amendment Act, 1992?
1. Konkani
2. Manipuri
3. Nepali
4. Sindhi
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 4
[C] Only 1, 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
Answer: C [Only 1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
71st Amendment Act, 1992 included 3 languages i.e., Konkani, Manipuri and Nepali languages in the Eight Schedule. With this, the total number of scheduled languages increased to 18.
34.By which article the President is authorized to provide for the creation of a committee of the Manipur Legislative Assembly consisting of the
members elected from the Hill Areas of the state?
[A] Article 371 A
[B] Article 371 B
[C] Article 371 C
[D] Article 371 D
Answer: C [Article 371 C]
Notes:
The Article 371 C of the Constitution authorizes the President to provide for the creation of a committee of the Manipur Legislative Assembly consisting of the members elected from the Hill Areas of the state.
35.The tribal areas in which of the following states have been constituted as autonomous districts?
1. Assam
2. Meghalaya
3. Tripura
4. Manipur
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1, 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
Answer: C [Only 1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
The tribal areas in the four states of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram have been constituted as autonomous districts in India. However, they do not fall outside the executive authority of the concerned.
36. Thangjam Dhabali Singh of Manipur has been conferred the ‘Order of Rising Sun’. Which country constituted the award?
[A] United Kingdom
[B] Japan
[C] Saudi Arabia
[D] Germany
Answer: B [Japan]
Notes:
Thangjam Dhabali Singh, a doctor from Manipur and founder of the Manipur Tourism Forum (MTF), was conferred the ‘Order of Rising Sun – Gold and Silver Rays’ by Japan. He was selected for promoting a better understanding of Japan in India and deepening ties between the two countries.
The award was constituted by Japanese Emperor Meiji in 1875. It is awarded to persons who contribute in promotion of Japanese culture, environmental preservation and international relations.
37. What is the name of Former Governor of Jharkhand, Manipur and Mizoram, who recently passed away?
[A] Chandrakanta Goyal
[B] Ved Marwah
[C] Basu Chatterjee
[D] Anil Suri
Answer: B [Ved Marwah]
Notes:
Former Governor of Jharkhand, Manipur and Mizoram Ved Marwah recently passed away. He was cremated with full state honours in Goa.
The Indian Police Service Officer had also served as the Commissioner of Delhi Police. He was the Chief during critical times like the aftermath of 1984 riots. He had also served in several important positions including Advisor to the J&K Government, besides serving as the Governor of 3 states.
38. Which among the following states of India shared its boundary with Myanmar?
1. Arunachal Pradesh
2. Nagaland
3. Manipur
4. Tripura
Choose the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1, 2 & 3
[C] 2, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
Answer: B [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
The states of India which shared its boundary with Myanmar- Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram.
39.The State of Manipur and the State of Nagaland is separated by which of the following hill range?
[A] Arakan hills
[B] Manipur hills
[C] Patkai hills
[D] Barail hills
Answer: D [Barail hills]
Notes:
The Barail range is the highest hill range in Assam. It separates the State of Manipur and the State of Nagaland.
40. Barak River flows in which among the following states of India?
1. Manipur
2. Nagaland
3. Mizoram
4. Assam
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1, 2 & 3
[C] 1, 2 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
Barak River (900 km) flows in the state of Manipur, Nagaland, Mizoram and Assam. It drains into the Bay of Bengal after flowing through Bangladesh.