Rishra: Historical Evolution
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In which Indian state is Champdani located?

  • Gujarat
  • West Bengal (correct)
  • Maharashtra
  • Uttar Pradesh

Which police station does Champdani fall under?

  • Bhadreswar Police Station (correct)
  • Chandernagore Police Station
  • Kolkata Police Station
  • Hooghly Police Station

What is Champdani famous for?

  • Software companies
  • Agricultural produce
  • Textile and engineering factories (correct)
  • Automobile manufacturing units

Which organization does Braithwate Ltd belong to?

<p>Ministry of Railways (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, where was the reference of Rishra first seen?

<p>In Bipradas Piplai's “Manasamangal Kavya” (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage suggest is the possible origin of the name 'Rishra'?

<p>It was derived from the word Saint or Rishi associated with hermitages of saints (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which era was the spelling of Rishra further evolved to 'Reshra, Risshra, Isharah, Ichera, Icchra'?

<p>Colonial era (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of climate is mentioned in the passage as being congenial to the textile industry in Rishra and its suburbs?

<p>Hot and humid climate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, where was Rishra situated in relation to Kolkata?

<p>Eight miles away (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was noticed in Jadavpur University's research work in respect of village names in India?

<p>The uniqueness of village names in India (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main occupation of Hindu weavers in Rishra?

<p>Weaving fine cotton pieces (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under whom did the British Company begin to look after the civic amenities of Serampore?

<p>Danish rule (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the total population of Rishra as per the 2011 Census of India?

<p>112,355 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which area is known as Morepukur in Rishra?

<p>West Rishra (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the literacy rate in Rishra according to the 2001 India census?

<p>74% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is Rishra situated in relation to Serampore and Konnagar?

<p>North of Serampore and south of Konnagar (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which Indian district is Rishra located?

<p>Hooghly (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the earlier 'village committee' transformed into under the British Company?

<p>Serampore Municipality (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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