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216.
Which city is known as the "Tea City of India"?
Kolkata
Guwahati
Darjeeling
Dibrugarh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Dibrugarh, a city in the Indian state of Assam, is known as the "Tea City of India" for its abundant production of tea. It is located on the banks of the Brahmaputra River and is home to several tea gardens. Dibrugarh is also a popular tourist destination, with attractions such as the Dibrugarh Tea Museum, the Jagannath Temple, and the Bogibeel Bridge.

217.
Where did the Indian Army mark the 76th 'Shaurya Diwas'?
Jammu and Kashmir
Punjab
Haryana
Himachal Pradesh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Indian Army marked the 76th 'Shaurya Diwas' in Jammu and Kashmir to commemorate the landing of Indian forces in the region on 27 October 1947. This operation marked the first civil-military victory for Independent India.

218.
Which city is known as the "Sweet City of India"?
Patna
Gaya
Muzaffarpur
Darbhanga
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Muzaffarpur is a city in the Indian state of Bihar. It is known for its abundant production of litchis, a tropical fruit known for its sweet and succulent taste. Muzaffarpur is also home to several other historical and religious sites, making it a popular tourist destination.

219.
Which city hosted the Green Tourism Conclave in October 2023?
Guwahati
Shillong
Imphal
Bhubaneswar
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya, hosted the Green Tourism Conclave in October 2023. The conclave was organized to promote environmentally responsible tourism in India, with a focus on the Northeastern region and Odisha.

220.
Which is the hottest place in India?
Sri Ganganagar
Jaisalmer
Churu
Bikaner
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Sri Ganganagar is the hottest place in India, with summer temperatures regularly soaring above 45 degrees Celsius (115 degree Fahrenheit). It is located in the northernmost part of the Indian state of Rajasthan, in the Thar Desert.