Industries & Transport MCQs for RAS
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RAS — Geography of India — Industries & Transport
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Question 1 of 20
Which of the following technological systems integrated into the Vande Bharat Express converts the kinetic energy of the train during deceleration back into usable electrical energy?
Question 2 of 20
Match List-I with List-II regarding major ports and their characteristics: List-I (Port) A. Kandla B. JNPT C. Visakhapatnam D. Paradip List-II (Characteristic) 1. Busiest deep-water port for bulk cargo 2. Largest container port 3. Largest cargo volume handler (bulk liquids) 4. Natural deep-water harbor; hub for seafood exports
Question 3 of 20
Despite heavy production volumes, Indian steel occasionally loses its competitive edge in the international export market. According to economic analysis, what is the primary combination of factors causing this?
Question 4 of 20
Which city is home to the world's largest integrated petroleum refinery and operates as a critical node in the global petrochemical supply chain?
Question 5 of 20
How do the Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs) structurally enhance the operational efficiency of the entire Indian Railways network?
Question 6 of 20
In the context of industrial sustainability, why is investment in 'Green Steel' technology considered imperative?
Question 7 of 20
Identify the correct descending order of the lengths of the Golden Quadrilateral segments connecting the following metros:
Question 8 of 20
If a logistics transport vehicle is driving continuously on a national highway from Srinagar in the extreme north to Kanyakumari in the deep south, what type of highway number is it primarily travelling on according to the Indian numbering system?
Question 9 of 20
The Visweswaraya Iron and Steel Ltd (VISL) located in Bhadravati, Karnataka, is historically unique among Indian steel plants because its early smelting process exclusively utilized:
Question 10 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the PLI Scheme in India: 1. It has successfully generated 14.39 lakh jobs. 2. The scheme operates across 14 different sectors. 3. The total investment attracted under this scheme is INR 1.16 lakh crore. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 11 of 20
Which specific expressway is globally acknowledged as the world's longest potential expressway link currently under execution?
Question 12 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the challenges faced by the Indian Cotton Textile Industry: 1. It faces severe competition from synthetic fibers like polyester. 2. Most units operate at maximum efficiency benefiting fully from 'economies of scale'. 3. The productivity is often hampered by old and obsolete machinery. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Question 13 of 20
Which city is historically known as the 'Manchester of India' due to its booming textile industry?
Question 14 of 20
To bolster connectivity, the total length of National Highways in India has been drastically increased. By December 2025, the network length reached approximately:
Question 15 of 20
To optimize the national transportation network and reduce the carbon footprint, what strategic target has the government set for the modal share of inland waterways in total logistics by the year 2047?
Question 16 of 20
Which industrial sector is highlighted as the fastest-growing 'Sunrise Industry' with exports reaching USD 22.2 billion?
Question 17 of 20
What is the total operational length of National Waterway-1 (NW-1), extending from Prayagraj to Haldia?
Question 18 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the physical scale of India's major inland waterways: 1. National Waterway-1 (NW-1) is the longest waterway, covering a total distance of 1620 km. 2. National Waterway-2 (NW-2) covers a distance of 891 km on the Brahmaputra River. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 19 of 20
Which of the following locations is NOT correctly matched with its nuclear power plant?
Question 20 of 20