WBCS.LIVE practice question

In which part of India, Dandakaranya is situated?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Northern
  2. Eastern
  3. Central
  4. Western

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Central

Explanation: The correct answer is C. Central. Dandakaranya is a large forested region spread across parts of Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Maharashtra, and Andhra Pradesh, mainly in central India. It is historically and mythologically important as the place where Lord Rama spent part of his exile, as mentioned in the Ramayana. The region is rich in mineral resources and is known for its tribal population and dense forests.