1. Why is Korba often referred to as the Industrial Hub of Chhattisgarh?
a) Enriched with essential raw materials for power generation
b) Abundance of iron ore and bauxite
c) Presence of historical monuments and tourist attractions
d) Strategic geographical location
Answer: a) Enriched with essential raw materials for power generation
2. How much electricity is generated collectively by the four Thermal Power Plants in Korba?
a) 2000 MW
b) 3000 MW
c) 3650 MW
d) 5000 MW
Answer: c) 3650 MW
3. Where is the Hydro Electric Power Station situated in Korba district?
a) Machadoli, Bango
b) Balco
c) DSPM
d) KTPS
Answer: a) Machadoli, Bango
4. Which company, being the single largest Aluminium producer at one location, is based in Korba district?
a) NTPC
b) CSEB East
c) BALCO (Bharat Aluminium Company)
d) SECL
Answer: c) BALCO (Bharat Aluminium Company)
5. What is Chhattisgarh's position in terms of mineral production among Indian states?
A. First
B. Second
C. Third
D. Fourth
Answer: B. Second
6. Which of the following minerals is NOT mentioned as abundantly found in Chhattisgarh?
A. Coal
B. Tin
C. Gold
D. Iron-ore
Answer: C. Gold
7. Chhattisgarh's contribution to India's sponge iron production is approximately:
A. 10%
B. 20%
C. 28%
D. 35%
Answer: C. 28%
8. What percentage of India's total limestone reserves does Chhattisgarh account for?
A. 2%
B. 5%
C. 10%
D. 15%
Answer: B. 5%
9. What is a significant challenge that hinders Chhattisgarh's potential for attracting investments?
A. Abundance of skilled labor
B. Lack of raw materials
C. Left Wing Extremism (LWE)
D. Overwhelming industrial infrastructure
Answer: C. Left Wing Extremism (LWE)
10. One of the priorities mentioned for Chhattisgarh's development is to encourage:
A. Large-scale imports
B. Growth of rural industries
C. Closure of small-scale industries
D. Outsourcing of labor
Answer: B. Growth of rural industries
11. What is suggested to improve revenues in Chhattisgarh related to mining and mineral extraction?
A. Reduce mineral production
B. Increase taxes on mining companies
C. Encourage responsible mining practices
D. Implement stricter regulations
Answer: C. Encourage responsible mining practices
12. What is the primary focus of industries in the Durg-Bhilai Region?
A. Mining (coal and bauxite)
B. Electricity generation
C. Aluminium production
D. All of the above
Answer: D. All of the above
13. Which industrial region is home to the administrative State capital and aims to develop into a new world-class capital city?
A. Raipur Region
B. Bilaspur Region
C. Korba Region
D. Durg-Bhilai Region
Answer: A. Raipur Region
14. What is the significance of the Sirgitti Industrial Growth Centre in the Bilaspur Region?
A. It is a major hub for steel production
B. It is a key railway zone in India
C. It hosts ancillary industrial units related to coal
D. It is a prominent centre for aluminium production
Answer: C. It hosts ancillary industrial units related to coal
15. Which region is considered a major industrial area rich in mineral deposits such as iron ore, limestone, and quartzite?
A. Raipur Region
B. Bilaspur Region
C. Korba Region
D. Durg-Bhilai Region
Answer: D. Durg-Bhilai Region
16. The zonal headquarters of SEC Railway Zone, contributing about 17% in revenues of the Indian Railways, is located in which region?
A. Raipur Region
B. Bilaspur Region
C. Korba Region
D. Durg-Bhilai Region
Answer: B. Bilaspur Region
17. What makes the Naya Raipur city unique in the Raipur Region?
A. It is a hub for coal mining
B. It is a major steel production centre
C. It is the administrative State capital
D. It is renowned for its aluminium industry
Answer: C. It is the administrative State capital
18. Which industrial region is specifically mentioned as a major hub for steel production with companies like Bhilai Steel Plant (SAIL) and ACC?
A. Raipur Region
B. Bilaspur Region
C. Korba Region
D. Durg-Bhilai Region
Answer: D. Durg-Bhilai Region
19. Which industrial area in Chhattisgarh is specifically known for its focus on the solar equipment manufacturing industry?
A. Tilda (Raipur)
B. Lara (Raigarh)
C. Dagori (Bilaspur)
D. Silphari (Bilaspur)
Answer: Dagori (Bilaspur)
20. What is the primary focus of the IT/ ITeS SEZ in Naya Raipur?
A. Food Processing
B. Electronics Manufacturing
C. Solar Equipment
D. Information Technology and Services
Answer: D. Information Technology and Services
21. Where is the Mega Food Park located in Chhattisgarh, known for its richness in paddy, horticulture, and pisciculture?
A. Naya Raipur
B. Dhamtari
C. Rajnandgaon
D. Raigarh
Answer: B. Dhamtari
22. Which district in Chhattisgarh is proposed for the development of a Plastics Park to promote the plastics industry in the state?
A. Dhamtari
B. Rajnandgaon
C. Naya Raipur
D. Bilaspur
Answer: B. Rajnandgaon
23. What is the proposed area for the Plastics Park in Rajnandgaon district?
A. 68.68 Ha
B. 26 Ha
C. 100 Ha
D. 28.32 Ha
Answer: C. 100 Ha
24. Which industrial facility in Chhattisgarh focuses on improving access to technology, providing skill upgradation, and offering advocacy support to MSMEs?
A. MSME Technology Center, Bhilai
B. SPMUA Vyapar Parisar
C. Plastics Park, Rajnandgaon
D. Mega Food Park, Dhamtari
Answer: A. MSME Technology Center, Bhilai
25. In which sector is the Electronic Manufacturing Cluster (EMC) being established in Sector 22 of Naya Raipur?
A. Food Processing
B. Electronics Manufacturing
C. Plastics Industry
D. Solar Equipment
Answer: B. Electronics Manufacturing
26. Which region is recognized for having Large Industrial Areas like Dagori and Silphari?
A. Raipur Region
B. Bilaspur Region
C. Korba Region
D. Durg-Bhilai Region
Answer: B. Bilaspur Region