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04 Dec, 16:30
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03 Dec, 12:41
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18 Nov, 16:57
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13 Nov, 16:20
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02 Nov, 13:47
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31 Oct, 15:40
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31 Oct, 14:15
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29 Oct, 12:57
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29 Oct, 12:57
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25 Oct, 14:41
Notification regarding Result of Short-Hand Test (Skill-Test) for the post of Junior Scale Stenographer/Steno Typist. https://jkssb.nic.in/Pdf/Result_Steno_25102024.pdf
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24 Oct, 16:37
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24 Oct, 14:52
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22 Oct, 15:56
JKSSB 4 New Important Updates
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21 Oct, 15:36
General Knowledge with Special Reference to J&K
1. When did the Regent order the formation of a Constituent Assembly with elected members?
a) May 1, 1950
b) May 1, 1951
c) May 1, 1952
d) May 1, 1953
Correct answer: b) May 1, 1951
2. Who was elected as the Sadar-i-Riyasat on August 19, 1952?
a) Sheikh Abdullah
b) Hari Singh
c) Karan Singh
d) Lord Mountbatten
Correct answer: c) Karan Singh
3. In May 1954, what action did the President take under Article 370?
a) Revoked Jammu and Kashmir's special status
b) Applied the Indian Constitution to Jammu and Kashmir with specific exceptions
c) Granted full autonomy to Jammu and Kashmir
d) Merged Jammu and Kashmir with India
Correct answer: b) Applied the Indian Constitution to Jammu and Kashmir with specific exceptions
4. When did the Jammu and Kashmir Constituent Assembly adopt the state's Constitution?
a) August 15, 1947
b) January 26, 1950
c) November 17, 1956
d) August 5, 2019
Correct answer: c) November 17, 1956
5. When was the Constitution of Jammu and Kashmir formally adopted?
a) November 17, 1956
b) January 26, 1957
c) August 15, 1947
d) May 1, 1951
Correct answer: b) January 26, 1957
6. What change was made by the 6th amendment on March 28, 1965?
a) Renamed the state to Union Territory
b) Renamed the Sadar-i-Riyasat as Governor and Prime Minister as Chief Minister
c) Introduced Article 370
d) Merged Ladakh with Jammu and Kashmir
Correct answer: b) Renamed the Sadar-i-Riyasat as Governor and Prime Minister as Chief Minister
7. What did the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act of August 9, 2019 do?
a) Granted statehood to Jammu and Kashmir
b) Merged Jammu and Kashmir with Pakistan
c) Divided the state into two Union Territories: Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh
d) Created three new districts in Jammu and Kashmir
Correct answer: c) Divided the state into two Union Territories: Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh
8. What are the latitude coordinates of Jammu and Kashmir?
a) 30ยฐ 17' to 34ยฐ 58' N
b) 31ยฐ 17' to 35ยฐ 58' N
c) 32ยฐ 17' to 36ยฐ 58' N
d) 33ยฐ 17' to 37ยฐ 58' N
Correct answer: c) 32ยฐ 17' to 36ยฐ 58' N
9. What percentage of India's total territory does Jammu and Kashmir make up?
a) 0.285%
b) 1.285%
c) 2.285%
d) 3.285%
Correct answer: b) 1.285%
10. Which of the following does NOT border Jammu and Kashmir?
a) Pakistan
b) Ladakh
c) Punjab
d) Uttar Pradesh
Correct answer: d) Uttar Pradesh
11. According to the 2011 Census, what was the total population of Jammu and Kashmir?
a) 10,267,013
b) 11,267,013
c) 12,267,013
d) 13,267,013
Correct answer: c) 12,267,013
12. How many districts are there in Jammu and Kashmir?
a) 10
b) 15
c) 20
d) 25
Correct answer: c) 20
13. How many revenue villages does Jammu and Kashmir have?
a) 5,860
b) 6,860
c) 7,860
d) 8,860
Correct answer: b) 6,860
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1. When did the Regent order the formation of a Constituent Assembly with elected members?
a) May 1, 1950
b) May 1, 1951
c) May 1, 1952
d) May 1, 1953
Correct answer: b) May 1, 1951
2. Who was elected as the Sadar-i-Riyasat on August 19, 1952?
a) Sheikh Abdullah
b) Hari Singh
c) Karan Singh
d) Lord Mountbatten
Correct answer: c) Karan Singh
3. In May 1954, what action did the President take under Article 370?
a) Revoked Jammu and Kashmir's special status
b) Applied the Indian Constitution to Jammu and Kashmir with specific exceptions
c) Granted full autonomy to Jammu and Kashmir
d) Merged Jammu and Kashmir with India
Correct answer: b) Applied the Indian Constitution to Jammu and Kashmir with specific exceptions
4. When did the Jammu and Kashmir Constituent Assembly adopt the state's Constitution?
a) August 15, 1947
b) January 26, 1950
c) November 17, 1956
d) August 5, 2019
Correct answer: c) November 17, 1956
5. When was the Constitution of Jammu and Kashmir formally adopted?
a) November 17, 1956
b) January 26, 1957
c) August 15, 1947
d) May 1, 1951
Correct answer: b) January 26, 1957
6. What change was made by the 6th amendment on March 28, 1965?
a) Renamed the state to Union Territory
b) Renamed the Sadar-i-Riyasat as Governor and Prime Minister as Chief Minister
c) Introduced Article 370
d) Merged Ladakh with Jammu and Kashmir
Correct answer: b) Renamed the Sadar-i-Riyasat as Governor and Prime Minister as Chief Minister
7. What did the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act of August 9, 2019 do?
a) Granted statehood to Jammu and Kashmir
b) Merged Jammu and Kashmir with Pakistan
c) Divided the state into two Union Territories: Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh
d) Created three new districts in Jammu and Kashmir
Correct answer: c) Divided the state into two Union Territories: Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh
8. What are the latitude coordinates of Jammu and Kashmir?
a) 30ยฐ 17' to 34ยฐ 58' N
b) 31ยฐ 17' to 35ยฐ 58' N
c) 32ยฐ 17' to 36ยฐ 58' N
d) 33ยฐ 17' to 37ยฐ 58' N
Correct answer: c) 32ยฐ 17' to 36ยฐ 58' N
9. What percentage of India's total territory does Jammu and Kashmir make up?
a) 0.285%
b) 1.285%
c) 2.285%
d) 3.285%
Correct answer: b) 1.285%
10. Which of the following does NOT border Jammu and Kashmir?
a) Pakistan
b) Ladakh
c) Punjab
d) Uttar Pradesh
Correct answer: d) Uttar Pradesh
11. According to the 2011 Census, what was the total population of Jammu and Kashmir?
a) 10,267,013
b) 11,267,013
c) 12,267,013
d) 13,267,013
Correct answer: c) 12,267,013
12. How many districts are there in Jammu and Kashmir?
a) 10
b) 15
c) 20
d) 25
Correct answer: c) 20
13. How many revenue villages does Jammu and Kashmir have?
a) 5,860
b) 6,860
c) 7,860
d) 8,860
Correct answer: b) 6,860
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SSC Toppers
20 Oct, 15:20
27. Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act of 2019
On August 9, 2019, the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act was passed, dividing the state into two Union Territories: Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.
28. Geographical Coordinates of Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir is located at the northernmost part of India, between latitudes 32ยฐ 17' to 36ยฐ 58' N and longitudes 73ยฐ 26' to 80ยฐ 26' E.
29. Area of Jammu and Kashmir
The total area of Jammu and Kashmir is 42,241 sq. km, making up 1.285% of Indiaโs total territory.
30. Strategic Location and Borders
Jammu and Kashmir holds a strategic location, bordering Pakistan to the west, Ladakh to the north and east, and Punjab and Himachal Pradesh to the south.
31. Population Statistics from the 2011 Census
According to the 2011 Census, Jammu and Kashmir's population was 12,267,013, with 6,483,906 males and 5,783,107 females.
32. Administrative Divisions
The region is organized into 20 districts, 49 sub-divisions, 207 tehsils, 520 nayabats, and 1,632 patwar halqas.
33. Number of Revenue Villages
Jammu and Kashmir has 6,860 revenue villages.
On August 9, 2019, the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act was passed, dividing the state into two Union Territories: Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.
28. Geographical Coordinates of Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir is located at the northernmost part of India, between latitudes 32ยฐ 17' to 36ยฐ 58' N and longitudes 73ยฐ 26' to 80ยฐ 26' E.
29. Area of Jammu and Kashmir
The total area of Jammu and Kashmir is 42,241 sq. km, making up 1.285% of Indiaโs total territory.
30. Strategic Location and Borders
Jammu and Kashmir holds a strategic location, bordering Pakistan to the west, Ladakh to the north and east, and Punjab and Himachal Pradesh to the south.
31. Population Statistics from the 2011 Census
According to the 2011 Census, Jammu and Kashmir's population was 12,267,013, with 6,483,906 males and 5,783,107 females.
32. Administrative Divisions
The region is organized into 20 districts, 49 sub-divisions, 207 tehsils, 520 nayabats, and 1,632 patwar halqas.
33. Number of Revenue Villages
Jammu and Kashmir has 6,860 revenue villages.
SSC Toppers
20 Oct, 15:20
1. Jammu and Kashmir Becomes a Union Territory
Jammu and Kashmir became a Union Territory on October 31, 2019, under the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act.
2. Formation of the Union Territory
The Union Territory was formed from the former state of Jammu and Kashmir, originally established through the 1846 Treaty of Amritsar between the British and Maharaja Gulab Singh.
3. Dogra Rule Over Kashmir and Ladakh
The Treaty of Amritsar gave the Dogra rulers control over Kashmir, adding to their existing control of Ladakh.
4. Territorial Regions Under Maharaja Gulab Singh
Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh form three distinct regions under the rule of Maharaja Gulab Singh.
5. Geographical Borders with Ladakh and Pakistan
Jammu and Kashmir borders Ladakh to the east and north, and Pakistan to the west.
6. Southern Border Connections
Jammu and Kashmir shares its southern border with Himachal Pradesh and Punjab's Gurdaspur district.
7. Major Rivers of the Region
The main rivers of Jammu and Kashmir are the Jhelum, Chenab, and Ravi.
8. Dual Capitals and Administrative Divisions
Jammu and Kashmir has two capitals, Srinagar (summer) and Jammu (winter), with 20 districts divided equally between the Kashmir Valley and Jammu Division.
9. Geographical Zones of the Region
The region is divided into three geographical zones: the kandi plain, the Shivalik ranges, and the high mountain zone including Kashmir Valley, Pir Panjal, and surrounding districts.
10. Climatic Variations Across the Region
The climate ranges from tropical in Jammuโs plains to semi-arctic in the mountainous regions, with temperate conditions.
11. Rainfall Patterns in Srinagar and Jammu
Rainfall varies, with Srinagar receiving 650.5 mm and Jammu 1115.9 mm annually.
12. Geology of Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir's geology includes ancient rocks and modern river and lake deposits.
13. Cultural and Historical Heritage
Jammu and Kashmir has a rich cultural and historical heritage, with many archaeological sites.
14. Historical Significance of Jammu and Kashmir
Kashmir holds one of the worldโs oldest recorded histories, and Jammu is also mentioned in ancient records.
15. Princely Stateโs Path to Independence
Jammu and Kashmir was one of the 565 princely states of India that became independent on August 15, 1947.
16. Instrument of Accession to India
After British rule ended, Maharaja Hari Singh chose to join India by signing the Instrument of Accession.
17. Signing of the Instrument of Accession
Maharaja Hari Singh and Lord Mountbatten signed the Instrument of Accession on October 26/27, 1947.
18. Appointment of Sheikh Abdullah as Prime Minister
On March 5, 1948, Maharaja Hari Singh appointed Sheikh Abdullah as Prime Minister of an interim government.
19. Karan Singh Becomes Regent
Due to health issues, Maharaja Hari Singh appointed his son, Karan Singh, as Regent on June 20, 1949.
20. Article 370 and Special Status
When India became a Republic on January 26, 1950, Article 370 granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir.
21. Formation of the Constituent Assembly
On May 1, 1951, the Regent ordered the formation of a Constituent Assembly with elected members.
22. Karan Singh Elected as Sadar-i-Riyasat
On August 19, 1952, the Constituent Assembly elected Karan Singh as the Sadar-i-Riyasat following the Delhi Agreement.
23. Application of the Indian Constitution to Jammu and Kashmir
In May 1954, the President issued an order under Article 370, applying the Indian Constitution to Jammu and Kashmir with specific exceptions.
24. Adoption of the State Constitution
The Jammu and Kashmir Constituent Assembly adopted the state's Constitution on November 17, 1956, confirming its status as part of India.
25. Constitution Takes Full Effect
Although the Constitution was formally adopted on January 26, 1957, Sections 3 and 4 took effect immediately.
26. Amendment Renaming Key Offices
The 6th amendment of March 28, 1965, renamed the Sadar-i-Riyasat as Governor and the Prime Minister as Chief Minister.
Jammu and Kashmir became a Union Territory on October 31, 2019, under the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act.
2. Formation of the Union Territory
The Union Territory was formed from the former state of Jammu and Kashmir, originally established through the 1846 Treaty of Amritsar between the British and Maharaja Gulab Singh.
3. Dogra Rule Over Kashmir and Ladakh
The Treaty of Amritsar gave the Dogra rulers control over Kashmir, adding to their existing control of Ladakh.
4. Territorial Regions Under Maharaja Gulab Singh
Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh form three distinct regions under the rule of Maharaja Gulab Singh.
5. Geographical Borders with Ladakh and Pakistan
Jammu and Kashmir borders Ladakh to the east and north, and Pakistan to the west.
6. Southern Border Connections
Jammu and Kashmir shares its southern border with Himachal Pradesh and Punjab's Gurdaspur district.
7. Major Rivers of the Region
The main rivers of Jammu and Kashmir are the Jhelum, Chenab, and Ravi.
8. Dual Capitals and Administrative Divisions
Jammu and Kashmir has two capitals, Srinagar (summer) and Jammu (winter), with 20 districts divided equally between the Kashmir Valley and Jammu Division.
9. Geographical Zones of the Region
The region is divided into three geographical zones: the kandi plain, the Shivalik ranges, and the high mountain zone including Kashmir Valley, Pir Panjal, and surrounding districts.
10. Climatic Variations Across the Region
The climate ranges from tropical in Jammuโs plains to semi-arctic in the mountainous regions, with temperate conditions.
11. Rainfall Patterns in Srinagar and Jammu
Rainfall varies, with Srinagar receiving 650.5 mm and Jammu 1115.9 mm annually.
12. Geology of Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir's geology includes ancient rocks and modern river and lake deposits.
13. Cultural and Historical Heritage
Jammu and Kashmir has a rich cultural and historical heritage, with many archaeological sites.
14. Historical Significance of Jammu and Kashmir
Kashmir holds one of the worldโs oldest recorded histories, and Jammu is also mentioned in ancient records.
15. Princely Stateโs Path to Independence
Jammu and Kashmir was one of the 565 princely states of India that became independent on August 15, 1947.
16. Instrument of Accession to India
After British rule ended, Maharaja Hari Singh chose to join India by signing the Instrument of Accession.
17. Signing of the Instrument of Accession
Maharaja Hari Singh and Lord Mountbatten signed the Instrument of Accession on October 26/27, 1947.
18. Appointment of Sheikh Abdullah as Prime Minister
On March 5, 1948, Maharaja Hari Singh appointed Sheikh Abdullah as Prime Minister of an interim government.
19. Karan Singh Becomes Regent
Due to health issues, Maharaja Hari Singh appointed his son, Karan Singh, as Regent on June 20, 1949.
20. Article 370 and Special Status
When India became a Republic on January 26, 1950, Article 370 granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir.
21. Formation of the Constituent Assembly
On May 1, 1951, the Regent ordered the formation of a Constituent Assembly with elected members.
22. Karan Singh Elected as Sadar-i-Riyasat
On August 19, 1952, the Constituent Assembly elected Karan Singh as the Sadar-i-Riyasat following the Delhi Agreement.
23. Application of the Indian Constitution to Jammu and Kashmir
In May 1954, the President issued an order under Article 370, applying the Indian Constitution to Jammu and Kashmir with specific exceptions.
24. Adoption of the State Constitution
The Jammu and Kashmir Constituent Assembly adopted the state's Constitution on November 17, 1956, confirming its status as part of India.
25. Constitution Takes Full Effect
Although the Constitution was formally adopted on January 26, 1957, Sections 3 and 4 took effect immediately.
26. Amendment Renaming Key Offices
The 6th amendment of March 28, 1965, renamed the Sadar-i-Riyasat as Governor and the Prime Minister as Chief Minister.
SSC Toppers
20 Oct, 13:31
General Knowledge With Special Reference to J&K
1. When did Jammu and Kashmir become a Union Territory?
a) August 15, 2019
b) October 31, 2019
c) January 26, 2020
d) August 5, 2019
Correct answer: b) October 31, 2019
2. Through which treaty was the former state of Jammu and Kashmir originally established?
a) Treaty of Lahore
b) Treaty of Simla
c) Treaty of Amritsar
d) Treaty of Srinagar
Correct answer: c) Treaty of Amritsar
3. What did the Treaty of Amritsar give to the Dogra rulers?
a) Control over Ladakh
b) Control over Kashmir
c) Control over Jammu
d) Control over Punjab
Correct answer: b) Control over Kashmir
4. How many distinct regions were under the rule of Maharaja Gulab Singh?
a) Two
b) Three
c) Four
d) Five
Correct answer: b) Three
5. Which region does Jammu and Kashmir border to the west?
a) China
b) Afghanistan
c) Pakistan
d) Nepal
Correct answer: c) Pakistan
6. Which Indian states share a border with Jammu and Kashmir to the south?
a) Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand
b) Himachal Pradesh and Punjab
c) Punjab and Haryana
d) Uttarakhand and Punjab
Correct answer: b) Himachal Pradesh and Punjab
7. Which of the following is NOT a main river of Jammu and Kashmir?
a) Jhelum
b) Chenab
c) Ravi
d) Sutlej
Correct answer: d) Sutlej
8. How many districts are there in Jammu and Kashmir?
a) 10
b) 15
c) 20
d) 25
Correct answer: c) 20
9. Which of these is NOT a geographical zone of Jammu and Kashmir?
a) Kandi plain
b) Shivalik ranges
c) Kashmir Valley
d) Thar Desert
Correct answer: d) Thar Desert
10. What type of climate is found in the mountainous regions of Jammu and Kashmir?
a) Tropical
b) Temperate
c) Semi-arctic
d) Arid
Correct answer: c) Semi-arctic
11. Which city receives more annual rainfall?
a) Srinagar
b) Jammu
c) They receive equal rainfall
d) Data not provided
Correct answer: b) Jammu
12. What does the geology of Jammu and Kashmir include?
a) Only ancient rocks
b) Only modern river deposits
c) Ancient rocks and modern river and lake deposits
d) Only lake deposits
Correct answer: c) Ancient rocks and modern river and lake deposits
13. How is Jammu and Kashmir's cultural and historical heritage described?
a) Poor
b) Average
c) Rich
d) Non-existent
Correct answer: c) Rich
14. Which region holds one of the world's oldest recorded histories?
a) Jammu
b) Kashmir
c) Ladakh
d) Punjab
Correct answer: b) Kashmir
15. How many princely states of India became independent on August 15, 1947?
a) 465
b) 515
c) 565
d) 615
Correct answer: c) 565
16. What did Maharaja Hari Singh choose to do after British rule ended?
a) Remain independent
b) Join Pakistan
c) Join India
d) Form a separate country
Correct answer: c) Join India
17. When was the Instrument of Accession signed by Maharaja Hari Singh and Lord Mountbatten?
a) August 15, 1947
b) October 26/27, 1947
c) January 26, 1950
d) August 5, 2019
Correct answer: b) October 26/27, 1947
18. Who was appointed as Prime Minister of the interim government on March 5, 1948?
a) Maharaja Hari Singh
b) Lord Mountbatten
c) Sheikh Abdullah
d) Karan Singh
Correct answer: c) Sheikh Abdullah
19. Why did Maharaja Hari Singh appoint his son as Regent?
a) Due to political pressure
b) Due to health issues
c) Due to foreign invasion
d) Due to public demand
Correct answer: b) Due to health issues
20. What did Article 370 grant to Jammu and Kashmir when India became a Republic?
a) Independence
b) Special status
c) Merger with Pakistan
d) Union Territory status
Correct answer: b) Special status
1. When did Jammu and Kashmir become a Union Territory?
a) August 15, 2019
b) October 31, 2019
c) January 26, 2020
d) August 5, 2019
Correct answer: b) October 31, 2019
2. Through which treaty was the former state of Jammu and Kashmir originally established?
a) Treaty of Lahore
b) Treaty of Simla
c) Treaty of Amritsar
d) Treaty of Srinagar
Correct answer: c) Treaty of Amritsar
3. What did the Treaty of Amritsar give to the Dogra rulers?
a) Control over Ladakh
b) Control over Kashmir
c) Control over Jammu
d) Control over Punjab
Correct answer: b) Control over Kashmir
4. How many distinct regions were under the rule of Maharaja Gulab Singh?
a) Two
b) Three
c) Four
d) Five
Correct answer: b) Three
5. Which region does Jammu and Kashmir border to the west?
a) China
b) Afghanistan
c) Pakistan
d) Nepal
Correct answer: c) Pakistan
6. Which Indian states share a border with Jammu and Kashmir to the south?
a) Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand
b) Himachal Pradesh and Punjab
c) Punjab and Haryana
d) Uttarakhand and Punjab
Correct answer: b) Himachal Pradesh and Punjab
7. Which of the following is NOT a main river of Jammu and Kashmir?
a) Jhelum
b) Chenab
c) Ravi
d) Sutlej
Correct answer: d) Sutlej
8. How many districts are there in Jammu and Kashmir?
a) 10
b) 15
c) 20
d) 25
Correct answer: c) 20
9. Which of these is NOT a geographical zone of Jammu and Kashmir?
a) Kandi plain
b) Shivalik ranges
c) Kashmir Valley
d) Thar Desert
Correct answer: d) Thar Desert
10. What type of climate is found in the mountainous regions of Jammu and Kashmir?
a) Tropical
b) Temperate
c) Semi-arctic
d) Arid
Correct answer: c) Semi-arctic
11. Which city receives more annual rainfall?
a) Srinagar
b) Jammu
c) They receive equal rainfall
d) Data not provided
Correct answer: b) Jammu
12. What does the geology of Jammu and Kashmir include?
a) Only ancient rocks
b) Only modern river deposits
c) Ancient rocks and modern river and lake deposits
d) Only lake deposits
Correct answer: c) Ancient rocks and modern river and lake deposits
13. How is Jammu and Kashmir's cultural and historical heritage described?
a) Poor
b) Average
c) Rich
d) Non-existent
Correct answer: c) Rich
14. Which region holds one of the world's oldest recorded histories?
a) Jammu
b) Kashmir
c) Ladakh
d) Punjab
Correct answer: b) Kashmir
15. How many princely states of India became independent on August 15, 1947?
a) 465
b) 515
c) 565
d) 615
Correct answer: c) 565
16. What did Maharaja Hari Singh choose to do after British rule ended?
a) Remain independent
b) Join Pakistan
c) Join India
d) Form a separate country
Correct answer: c) Join India
17. When was the Instrument of Accession signed by Maharaja Hari Singh and Lord Mountbatten?
a) August 15, 1947
b) October 26/27, 1947
c) January 26, 1950
d) August 5, 2019
Correct answer: b) October 26/27, 1947
18. Who was appointed as Prime Minister of the interim government on March 5, 1948?
a) Maharaja Hari Singh
b) Lord Mountbatten
c) Sheikh Abdullah
d) Karan Singh
Correct answer: c) Sheikh Abdullah
19. Why did Maharaja Hari Singh appoint his son as Regent?
a) Due to political pressure
b) Due to health issues
c) Due to foreign invasion
d) Due to public demand
Correct answer: b) Due to health issues
20. What did Article 370 grant to Jammu and Kashmir when India became a Republic?
a) Independence
b) Special status
c) Merger with Pakistan
d) Union Territory status
Correct answer: b) Special status
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