Union Territories of India

Description: This quiz aims to test your knowledge about the Union Territories of India. Each question will provide you with a statement or query related to a Union Territory, and you will have to select the correct answer from the given options. Good luck!
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Which Union Territory is known as the 'Emerald of the Arabian Sea'?

  1. Lakshadweep

  2. Puducherry

  3. Chandigarh

  4. Dadra and Nagar Haveli


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lakshadweep is a group of islands in the Arabian Sea, known for its pristine beaches, coral reefs, and marine life.

Which Union Territory is the smallest in terms of area?

  1. Chandigarh

  2. Daman and Diu

  3. Dadra and Nagar Haveli

  4. Puducherry


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chandigarh, the capital of Punjab and Haryana, is the smallest Union Territory in India, covering an area of just 114 square kilometers.

Which Union Territory is famous for its Aurobindo Ashram and spiritual significance?

  1. Puducherry

  2. Chandigarh

  3. Daman and Diu

  4. Dadra and Nagar Haveli


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Puducherry, formerly known as Pondicherry, is known for its Aurobindo Ashram, a spiritual community founded by Sri Aurobindo and The Mother.

Which Union Territory is known for its scenic beauty and is often referred to as the 'Switzerland of India'?

  1. Chandigarh

  2. Daman and Diu

  3. Dadra and Nagar Haveli

  4. Jammu and Kashmir


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jammu and Kashmir, though not officially a Union Territory, is often referred to as the 'Switzerland of India' due to its stunning natural beauty, including the Himalayas, valleys, and lakes.

Which Union Territory is the largest in terms of population?

  1. Puducherry

  2. Chandigarh

  3. Daman and Diu

  4. Dadra and Nagar Haveli


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Puducherry has the largest population among the Union Territories, with over 1.2 million people.

Which Union Territory is known for its ship-building industry and is home to the country's largest shipyard?

  1. Daman and Diu

  2. Dadra and Nagar Haveli

  3. Puducherry

  4. Chandigarh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Daman and Diu is known for its ship-building industry and is home to the country's largest shipyard, the Daman Shipyard.

Which Union Territory is famous for its handicrafts, particularly its wood carvings and lacquerware?

  1. Chandigarh

  2. Daman and Diu

  3. Dadra and Nagar Haveli

  4. Andaman and Nicobar Islands


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Dadra and Nagar Haveli is famous for its handicrafts, particularly its wood carvings and lacquerware, which are known for their intricate designs and vibrant colors.

Which Union Territory is known for its pristine beaches, coral reefs, and marine life, making it a popular destination for scuba diving and snorkeling?

  1. Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  2. Lakshadweep

  3. Puducherry

  4. Chandigarh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are known for their pristine beaches, coral reefs, and marine life, making it a popular destination for scuba diving and snorkeling.

Which Union Territory is famous for its colonial architecture, particularly its French-style buildings and churches?

  1. Chandigarh

  2. Daman and Diu

  3. Dadra and Nagar Haveli

  4. Puducherry


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Puducherry is famous for its colonial architecture, particularly its French-style buildings and churches, which reflect its history as a French colony.

Which Union Territory is known for its hot springs and is considered a popular tourist destination for its therapeutic and medicinal properties?

  1. Chandigarh

  2. Daman and Diu

  3. Dadra and Nagar Haveli

  4. Lakshadweep


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Dadra and Nagar Haveli is known for its hot springs, particularly the Udwada Hot Springs, which are considered to have therapeutic and medicinal properties and attract tourists from all over the country.

Which Union Territory is famous for its ancient temples, particularly the Sun Temple of Konark, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

  1. Chandigarh

  2. Daman and Diu

  3. Dadra and Nagar Haveli

  4. Odisha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Odisha, though not officially a Union Territory, is famous for its ancient temples, particularly the Sun Temple of Konark, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which Union Territory is known for its vibrant culture and traditions, including its folk dances, music, and festivals?

  1. Chandigarh

  2. Daman and Diu

  3. Dadra and Nagar Haveli

  4. Goa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Goa, though not officially a Union Territory, is known for its vibrant culture and traditions, including its folk dances, music, and festivals, which reflect its unique blend of Indian and Portuguese influences.

Which Union Territory is famous for its scenic beauty, including its snow-capped mountains, lush valleys, and pristine lakes?

  1. Chandigarh

  2. Daman and Diu

  3. Dadra and Nagar Haveli

  4. Jammu and Kashmir


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jammu and Kashmir, though not officially a Union Territory, is famous for its scenic beauty, including its snow-capped mountains, lush valleys, and pristine lakes, which attract tourists from all over the world.

Which Union Territory is known for its unique tribal culture and traditions, including its traditional dances, music, and handicrafts?

  1. Chandigarh

  2. Daman and Diu

  3. Dadra and Nagar Haveli

  4. Arunachal Pradesh


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Arunachal Pradesh, though not officially a Union Territory, is known for its unique tribal culture and traditions, including its traditional dances, music, and handicrafts, which reflect the diverse ethnic groups that inhabit the region.

Which Union Territory is famous for its ancient Buddhist monasteries and temples, including the Tawang Monastery, which is one of the largest Buddhist monasteries in the world?

  1. Chandigarh

  2. Daman and Diu

  3. Dadra and Nagar Haveli

  4. Arunachal Pradesh


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Arunachal Pradesh, though not officially a Union Territory, is famous for its ancient Buddhist monasteries and temples, including the Tawang Monastery, which is one of the largest Buddhist monasteries in the world.

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