Kalinjar Fort in Uttar Pradesh Declared National Geo-Heritage Site

The Geological Survey of India (GSI) has officially designated Kalinjar Fort Hill in Banda district as a National Geo-Heritage Site in 2026.
The site is recognized for its ancient rock formations, featuring Bundelkhand Granite (2.5 billion years old) and Kaimur Sandstone (1.2 billion years old).
Beyond geology, the fort is home to the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, dating back to the Gupta period, blending historical and scientific significance.
This designation aims to preserve unique geological structures that serve as a 'basement rock' for the Indian subcontinent.
For exams, this highlights the integration of heritage conservation with geological study.

Key Facts / Static GK

Headquarters of GSI: Kolkata
Established Year of GSI: 1851
Parent Ministry: Ministry of Mines

Q Practice Quiz — 21 March 2026

1. Which agency is responsible for implementing the MSP support for cotton as per the recent CCEA approval?

A NAFED

B Cotton Corporation of India Ltd

C Food Corporation of India

D TRIFED

E Small Farmers' Agri-Business Consortium

Explanation: The Cotton Corporation of India Ltd (CCI) is the implementing agency for the ₹1,718.56 crore MSP support approved for the 2023-24 cotton season.

2. What are the two primary rock layers identified at the Kalinjar Fort National Geo-Heritage Site?

A Deccan Trap and Basalt

B Bundelkhand Granite and Kaimur Sandstone

C Gondwana Coal and Shale

D Quartzite and Schist

E Limestone and Dolomite

Explanation: The site features Bundelkhand Granite (ancient basement rock) and Kaimur Sandstone (sedimentary layer), aged 2.5 billion and 1.2 billion years respectively.

3. Regarding the 'Fare Se Fursat' scheme, which of the following statements is true?

A It applies to all international and domestic routes.

B It is implemented by Indigo Airlines.

C The scheme ensures airfares do not change based on booking time.

D It was first launched between Delhi and Mumbai.

E It focuses primarily on luxury air travel.

Explanation: The core feature of the scheme is 'One Route One Fare,' meaning the price is uniform and does not fluctuate with booking time or surge demand.

4. Where has Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) launched India's first LPG ATM?

A Noida, Uttar Pradesh

B Gurugram, Haryana

C Bengaluru, Karnataka

D Pune, Maharashtra

E Hyderabad, Telangana

Explanation: India's first LPG ATM was launched by BPCL in Gurugram, Haryana, specifically at Central Park Flower Valley, Sohna.

5. The 'Krishi Sakhi' initiative by AIC is globally aligned with which international observance?

A UN International Year of Millets

B UN International Year of the Woman Farmer – 2026

C World Soil Day 2026

D International Year of Sustainable Tourism

E UN Year of Cooperatives

Explanation: Krishi Sakhi is linked with the UN's International Year of the Woman Farmer – 2026 to empower women in the agricultural sector.

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