AFCAT History and Geography 3

Question 1

Which mountain pass connects Leh (Ladakh) to Manali (Himachal Pradesh)?

Accepted Answer

Rohtang Pass

Answer

Rohtang Pass connects Manali in Kullu Valley to the Lahaul and Spiti Valley and is a key route toward Leh.

Question 2

The Quit India Movement of 1942 was launched from which city?

Accepted Answer

Bombay

Answer

Mahatma Gandhi launched the Quit India Movement on August 8, 1942, at the Gowalia Tank Maidan in Bombay (now Mumbai).

Question 3

Which ocean current keeps the ports of Western Europe ice-free during winter?

Accepted Answer

Gulf Stream

Answer

The Gulf Stream, a warm Atlantic ocean current, keeps Western European ports relatively warm and ice-free even in winter.

Question 4

The Permanent Settlement of 1793 was introduced in Bengal by which Governor-General?

Accepted Answer

Lord Cornwallis

Answer

Lord Cornwallis introduced the Permanent Settlement in 1793, which fixed land revenue for zamindars permanently.

Question 5

Which river forms the boundary between India and Pakistan in Punjab?

Accepted Answer

Ravi

Answer

The Ravi River flows along part of the India-Pakistan boundary in Punjab before entering Pakistani territory.

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