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Influence of Geography on Indian Cuisine

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Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the cuisine of a region?

  1. Climate

  2. Soil

  3. Culture

  4. Availability of ingredients


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Culture is not a factor that directly influences the cuisine of a region. Climate, soil, and availability of ingredients are the primary factors that shape a region's cuisine.

Which region of India is known for its spicy and flavorful cuisine?

  1. North India

  2. South India

  3. East India

  4. West India


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

South India is known for its spicy and flavorful cuisine, which is often characterized by the use of coconut, tamarind, and various spices.

Which of the following is a staple food in North India?

  1. Rice

  2. Wheat

  3. Millet

  4. Corn


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Wheat is a staple food in North India and is used to make a variety of dishes, including roti, naan, and paratha.

Which region of India is known for its seafood dishes?

  1. Coastal Karnataka

  2. Coastal Andhra Pradesh

  3. Coastal Maharashtra

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Coastal Karnataka, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Coastal Maharashtra are all known for their seafood dishes, which are often made with fresh fish, prawns, and crabs.

Which of the following is a popular street food in Mumbai?

  1. Vada Pav

  2. Pav Bhaji

  3. Bhelpuri

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vada Pav, Pav Bhaji, and Bhelpuri are all popular street foods in Mumbai and are enjoyed by people of all ages.

Which region of India is known for its use of mustard oil in cooking?

  1. West Bengal

  2. Odisha

  3. Bihar

  4. Jharkhand


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

West Bengal is known for its use of mustard oil in cooking, which gives its dishes a distinct flavor and aroma.

Which of the following is a popular dish from Rajasthan?

  1. Dal Baati Churma

  2. Gatte Ki Sabzi

  3. Laal Maas

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dal Baati Churma, Gatte Ki Sabzi, and Laal Maas are all popular dishes from Rajasthan and are enjoyed by people of all ages.

Which region of India is known for its use of coconut in cooking?

  1. Kerala

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Karnataka

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka are all known for their use of coconut in cooking, which gives their dishes a unique flavor and aroma.

Which of the following is a popular dish from Andhra Pradesh?

  1. Hyderabadi Biryani

  2. Pesarattu Upma

  3. Gongura Pachadi

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hyderabadi Biryani, Pesarattu Upma, and Gongura Pachadi are all popular dishes from Andhra Pradesh and are enjoyed by people of all ages.

Which region of India is known for its use of jaggery in cooking?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. Madhya Pradesh

  3. Chhattisgarh

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh are all known for their use of jaggery in cooking, which gives their dishes a unique sweetness and flavor.

Which of the following is a popular dish from Gujarat?

  1. Dhokla

  2. Khandvi

  3. Fafda Jalebi

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dhokla, Khandvi, and Fafda Jalebi are all popular dishes from Gujarat and are enjoyed by people of all ages.

Which region of India is known for its use of poppy seeds in cooking?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Punjab

  3. Haryana

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rajasthan, Punjab, and Haryana are all known for their use of poppy seeds in cooking, which gives their dishes a unique flavor and aroma.

Which of the following is a popular dish from Kashmir?

  1. Rogan Josh

  2. Yakhni

  3. Kashmiri Pulao

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rogan Josh, Yakhni, and Kashmiri Pulao are all popular dishes from Kashmir and are enjoyed by people of all ages.

Which region of India is known for its use of asafoetida in cooking?

  1. Gujarat

  2. Maharashtra

  3. Rajasthan

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan are all known for their use of asafoetida in cooking, which gives their dishes a unique flavor and aroma.

Which of the following is a popular dish from Himachal Pradesh?

  1. Madra

  2. Chana Madra

  3. Dham

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Madra, Chana Madra, and Dham are all popular dishes from Himachal Pradesh and are enjoyed by people of all ages.

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