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en_57344cb3879d6814001ca4cb | Hunting | New Zealand has a strong hunting culture. The islands making up New Zealand originally had no land mammals apart from bats. However, once Europeans arrived, game animals were introduced by acclimatisation societies to provide New Zealanders with sport and a hunting resource. Deer, pigs, goats, rabbits, hare, tahr and c... | What does New Zealand have? | strong hunting culture | 18 | en | [
"New Zealand has a strong hunting culture. The islands making up New Zealand originally had no land mammals apart from bats. However, once Europeans arrived, game animals were introduced by acclimatisation societies to provide New Zealanders with sport and a hunting resource. Deer, pigs, goats, rabbits, hare, tahr ... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_57344cb3879d6814001ca4cb |
en_57344d20acc1501500babdd1 | Hunting | During the feudal and colonial times in British India, hunting was regarded as a regal sport in the numerous princely states, as many maharajas and nawabs, as well as British officers, maintained a whole corps of shikaris (big-game hunters), who were native professional hunters. They would be headed by a master of the ... | What was hunting regarded as in British India? | regal sport | 81 | en | [
"During the feudal and colonial times in British India, hunting was regarded as a regal sport in the numerous princely states, as many maharajas and nawabs, as well as British officers, maintained a whole corps of shikaris (big-game hunters), who were native professional hunters. They would be headed by a master of... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_57344d20acc1501500babdd1 |
en_57344da9acc1501500babde5 | Hunting | Regional social norms are generally antagonistic to hunting, while a few sects, such as the Bishnoi, lay special emphasis on the conservation of particular species, such as the antelope. India's Wildlife Protection Act of 1972 bans the killing of all wild animals. However, the Chief Wildlife Warden may, if satisfied th... | What norms are generally antagonistic to hunting? | Regional social | 0 | en | [
"Regional social norms are generally antagonistic to hunting, while a few sects, such as the Bishnoi, lay special emphasis on the conservation of particular species, such as the antelope. India's Wildlife Protection Act of 1972 bans the killing of all wild animals. However, the Chief Wildlife Warden may, if satisfi... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_57344da9acc1501500babde5 |
en_57344f09879d6814001ca4d5 | Hunting | Unarmed fox hunting on horseback with hounds is the type of hunting most closely associated with the United Kingdom; in fact, "hunting" without qualification implies fox hunting. What in other countries is called "hunting" is called "shooting" (birds) or "stalking" (deer) in Britain. Originally a form of vermin control... | What type of hunting is most closely associated with the UK? | fox hunting | 8 | en | [
"Unarmed fox hunting on horseback with hounds is the type of hunting most closely associated with the United Kingdom; in fact, \"hunting\" without qualification implies fox hunting. What in other countries is called \"hunting\" is called \"shooting\" (birds) or \"stalking\" (deer) in Britain. Originally a form of v... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_57344f09879d6814001ca4d5 |
en_57344f89879d6814001ca4df | Hunting | Shooting as practised in Britain, as opposed to traditional hunting, requires little questing for game—around thirty-five million birds are released onto shooting estates every year, some having been factory farmed. Shoots can be elaborate affairs with guns placed in assigned positions and assistants to help load shotg... | What does shooting in Britain require little questing for? | game | 98 | en | [
"Shooting as practised in Britain, as opposed to traditional hunting, requires little questing for game—around thirty-five million birds are released onto shooting estates every year, some having been factory farmed. Shoots can be elaborate affairs with guns placed in assigned positions and assistants to help load ... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_57344f89879d6814001ca4df |
en_57344fec879d6814001ca4e9 | Hunting | Hunting is primarily regulated by state law; additional regulations are imposed through United States environmental law in the case of migratory birds and endangered species. Regulations vary widely from state to state and govern the areas, time periods, techniques and methods by which specific game animals may be hunt... | What law primarily regulates hunting? | state | 34 | en | [
"Hunting is primarily regulated by state law; additional regulations are imposed through United States environmental law in the case of migratory birds and endangered species. Regulations vary widely from state to state and govern the areas, time periods, techniques and methods by which specific game animals may be... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_57344fec879d6814001ca4e9 |
en_57345070879d6814001ca4f3 | Hunting | Hunting big game typically requires a "tag" for each animal harvested. Tags must be purchased in addition to the hunting license, and the number of tags issued to an individual is typically limited. In cases where there are more prospective hunters than the quota for that species, tags are usually assigned by lottery. ... | What is required when hunting big game? | a "tag" for each animal harvested | 36 | en | [
"Hunting big game typically requires a \"tag\" for each animal harvested. Tags must be purchased in addition to the hunting license, and the number of tags issued to an individual is typically limited. In cases where there are more prospective hunters than the quota for that species, tags are usually assigned by lo... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_57345070879d6814001ca4f3 |
en_573450ed879d6814001ca4fd | Hunting | Gun usage in hunting is typically regulated by game category, area within the state, and time period. Regulations for big-game hunting often specify a minimum caliber or muzzle energy for firearms. The use of rifles is often banned for safety reasons in areas with high population densities or limited topographic relief... | How is gun usage typically regulated? | game category, area within the state, and time period | 47 | en | [
"Gun usage in hunting is typically regulated by game category, area within the state, and time period. Regulations for big-game hunting often specify a minimum caliber or muzzle energy for firearms. The use of rifles is often banned for safety reasons in areas with high population densities or limited topographic r... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_573450ed879d6814001ca4fd |
en_57345181879d6814001ca507 | Hunting | Hunting in the United States is not associated with any particular class or culture; a 2006 poll showed seventy-eight percent of Americans supported legal hunting, although relatively few Americans actually hunt. At the beginning of the 21st century, just six percent of Americans hunted. Southerners in states along the... | What is hunting in the U.S. not associated with? | any particular class or culture | 52 | en | [
"Hunting in the United States is not associated with any particular class or culture; a 2006 poll showed seventy-eight percent of Americans supported legal hunting, although relatively few Americans actually hunt. At the beginning of the 21st century, just six percent of Americans hunted. Southerners in states alon... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_57345181879d6814001ca507 |
en_57345209879d6814001ca511 | Hunting | Regulation of hunting within the United States dates from the 19th century. Some modern hunters see themselves as conservationists and sportsmen in the mode of Theodore Roosevelt and the Boone and Crockett Club. Local hunting clubs and national organizations provide hunter education and help protect the future of the s... | When do hunting regulations date from in the US? | 19th century | 62 | en | [
"Hunting is primarily regulated by state law; additional regulations are imposed through United States environmental law in the case of migratory birds and endangered species. Regulations vary widely from state to state and govern the areas, time periods, techniques and methods by which specific game animals may be... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_57345209879d6814001ca511 |
en_573452bb879d6814001ca51b | Hunting | Each year, nearly $200 million in hunters' federal excise taxes are distributed to state agencies to support wildlife management programs, the purchase of lands open to hunters, and hunter education and safety classes. Since 1934, the sale of Federal Duck Stamps, a required purchase for migratory waterfowl hunters over... | How much money is distributed to state agencies to support wildlife management programs each year? | $200 million | 18 | en | [
"Each year, nearly $200 million in hunters' federal excise taxes are distributed to state agencies to support wildlife management programs, the purchase of lands open to hunters, and hunter education and safety classes. Since 1934, the sale of Federal Duck Stamps, a required purchase for migratory waterfowl hunters... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_573452bb879d6814001ca51b |
en_57345360879d6814001ca525 | Hunting | Varmint hunting is an American phrase for the selective killing of non-game animals seen as pests. While not always an efficient form of pest control, varmint hunting achieves selective control of pests while providing recreation and is much less regulated. Varmint species are often responsible for detrimental effects ... | What is varmint hunting an American phrase for? | selective killing of non-game animals seen as pests | 46 | en | [
"Varmint hunting is an American phrase for the selective killing of non-game animals seen as pests. While not always an efficient form of pest control, varmint hunting achieves selective control of pests while providing recreation and is much less regulated. Varmint species are often responsible for detrimental eff... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_57345360879d6814001ca525 |
en_573453f4879d6814001ca52f | Hunting | When Internet hunting was introduced in 2005, allowing people to hunt over the Internet using remotely controlled guns, the practice was widely criticised by hunters as violating the principles of fair chase. As a representative of the National Rifle Association (NRA) explained, "The NRA has always maintained that fair... | When was internet hunting introduced? | 2005 | 40 | en | [
"When Internet hunting was introduced in 2005, allowing people to hunt over the Internet using remotely controlled guns, the practice was widely criticised by hunters as violating the principles of fair chase. As a representative of the National Rifle Association (NRA) explained, \"The NRA has always maintained tha... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_573453f4879d6814001ca52f |
en_57345f9c879d6814001ca57b | Hunting | There is a very active tradition of hunting of small to medium-sized wild game in Trinidad and Tobago. Hunting is carried out with firearms, and aided by the use of hounds, with the illegal use of trap guns, trap cages and snare nets. With approximately 12,000 sport hunters applying for hunting licences in recent years... | Where is there a very active tradition of hunting of small to medium-sized wild game? | Trinidad and Tobago | 82 | en | [
"Montana is home to the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and has a historic big game hunting tradition. There are fall bow and general hunting seasons for elk, pronghorn antelope, whitetail deer and mule deer. A random draw grants a limited number of permits for moose, mountain goats and bighorn sheep. There is a spri... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_57345f9c879d6814001ca57b |
en_57346018879d6814001ca583 | Hunting | Hunting is claimed to give resource managers an important tool in managing populations that might exceed the carrying capacity of their habitat and threaten the well-being of other species, or, in some instances, damage human health or safety.[citation needed] However, in most circumstances carrying capacity is determi... | What does hunting give resource managers an important tool? | managing populations | 66 | en | [
"Hunting is claimed to give resource managers an important tool in managing populations that might exceed the carrying capacity of their habitat and threaten the well-being of other species, or, in some instances, damage human health or safety.[citation needed] However, in most circumstances carrying capacity is de... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_57346018879d6814001ca583 |
en_5734606cacc1501500babe49 | Hunting | In the 19th century, southern and central European sport hunters often pursued game only for a trophy, usually the head or pelt of an animal, which was then displayed as a sign of prowess. The rest of the animal was typically discarded. Some cultures, however, disapprove of such waste. In Nordic countries, hunting for ... | What did sport hunters in the 19th century purse game for? | trophy | 95 | en | [
"In the 19th century, southern and central European sport hunters often pursued game only for a trophy, usually the head or pelt of an animal, which was then displayed as a sign of prowess. The rest of the animal was typically discarded. Some cultures, however, disapprove of such waste. In Nordic countries, hunting... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_5734606cacc1501500babe49 |
en_573460e1acc1501500babe53 | Hunting | A scientific study in the journal, Biological Conservation, states that trophy hunting is of "major importance to conservation in Africa by creating economic incentives for conservation over vast areas, including areas which may be unsuitable for alternative wildlife-based land uses such as photographic ecotourism." Ho... | What Continent did the biological Conservation state trophy hunting is of major importance to the conservation of? | Africa | 130 | en | [
"A scientific study in the journal, Biological Conservation, states that trophy hunting is of \"major importance to conservation in Africa by creating economic incentives for conservation over vast areas, including areas which may be unsuitable for alternative wildlife-based land uses such as photographic ecotouris... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_573460e1acc1501500babe53 |
en_57346156acc1501500babe59 | Hunting | A variety of industries benefit from hunting and support hunting on economic grounds. In Tanzania, it is estimated that a safari hunter spends fifty to one hundred times that of the average ecotourist. While the average photo tourist may seek luxury accommodation, the average safari hunter generally stays in tented cam... | What do a variety of industries benefit from? | hunting | 37 | en | [
"During the latter half of the 20th century, a more diverse range of industry also came to the city, including aircraft and car manufacture, cables, electrical engineering products, and petrochemicals. These now exist alongside the city's older industries of the docks, grain milling, and tobacco processing.",
"Du... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_57346156acc1501500babe59 |
en_57351665acc1501500bac3f7 | Hunting | Hunting also has a significant financial impact in the United States, with many companies specialising in hunting equipment or speciality tourism. Many different technologies have been created to assist hunters, even including iPhone applications. Today's hunters come from a broad range of economic, social, and cultura... | Hunting has significant financial impact in what country? | the United States | 51 | en | [
"Hunting also has a significant financial impact in the United States, with many companies specialising in hunting equipment or speciality tourism. Many different technologies have been created to assist hunters, even including iPhone applications. Today's hunters come from a broad range of economic, social, and cu... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_57351665acc1501500bac3f7 |
en_57351714879d6814001cab17 | Hunting | However, excessive hunting and poachers have also contributed heavily to the endangerment, extirpation and extinction of many animals, such as the quagga, the great auk, Steller's sea cow, the thylacine, the bluebuck, the Arabian oryx, the Caspian and Javan tigers, the markhor, the Sumatran rhinoceros, the bison, the N... | What has excessive hunting contributed heavily to? | the endangerment, extirpation and extinction of many animals | 73 | en | [
"However, excessive hunting and poachers have also contributed heavily to the endangerment, extirpation and extinction of many animals, such as the quagga, the great auk, Steller's sea cow, the thylacine, the bluebuck, the Arabian oryx, the Caspian and Javan tigers, the markhor, the Sumatran rhinoceros, the bison, ... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_57351714879d6814001cab17 |
en_573517e0879d6814001cab21 | Hunting | On 16 March 1934, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Migratory Bird Hunting Stamp Act, which requires an annual stamp purchase by all hunters over the age of sixteen. The stamps are created on behalf of the program by the US Postal Service and depict wildlife artwork chosen through an annual contest. They play ... | Who signed the Migratory Bird Hunting Stamp Act? | President Franklin D. Roosevelt | 18 | en | [
"On 16 March 1934, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Migratory Bird Hunting Stamp Act, which requires an annual stamp purchase by all hunters over the age of sixteen. The stamps are created on behalf of the program by the US Postal Service and depict wildlife artwork chosen through an annual contest. They ... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_573517e0879d6814001cab21 |
en_5735190cacc1501500bac401 | Hunting | Since 1934, the sale of Federal Duck Stamps has generated $670 million, and helped to purchase or lease 5,200,000 acres (8,100 sq mi; 21,000 km2) of habitat. The stamps serve as a license to hunt migratory birds, an entrance pass for all National Wildlife Refuge areas, and are also considered collectors items often pur... | How much money has the sale of Federal Duck Stamps generated since 1934? | $670 million | 58 | en | [
"Since 1934, the sale of Federal Duck Stamps has generated $670 million, and helped to purchase or lease 5,200,000 acres (8,100 sq mi; 21,000 km2) of habitat. The stamps serve as a license to hunt migratory birds, an entrance pass for all National Wildlife Refuge areas, and are also considered collectors items ofte... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_5735190cacc1501500bac401 |
en_573519d9879d6814001cab2b | Hunting | The Arabian oryx, a species of large antelope, once inhabited much of the desert areas of the Middle East. However, the species' striking appearance made it (along with the closely related scimitar-horned oryx and addax) a popular quarry for sport hunters, especially foreign executives of oil companies working in the r... | What large species of antelope once made its home in the desert areas of the Middle East? | The Arabian oryx | 0 | en | [
"The Arabian oryx, a species of large antelope, once inhabited much of the desert areas of the Middle East. However, the species' striking appearance made it (along with the closely related scimitar-horned oryx and addax) a popular quarry for sport hunters, especially foreign executives of oil companies working in ... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_573519d9879d6814001cab2b |
en_57351a8aacc1501500bac40b | Hunting | The American bison is a large bovid which inhabited much of western North America prior to the 1800s, living on the prairies in large herds. However, the vast herds of bison attracted market hunters, who killed dozens of bison for their hides only, leaving the rest to rot. Thousands of these hunters quickly eliminated ... | What type of creature is the American bison? | a large bovid | 22 | en | [
"The American bison is a large bovid which inhabited much of western North America prior to the 1800s, living on the prairies in large herds. However, the vast herds of bison attracted market hunters, who killed dozens of bison for their hides only, leaving the rest to rot. Thousands of these hunters quickly elimin... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_57351a8aacc1501500bac40b |
en_57351b51acc1501500bac415 | Hunting | In contrast, Botswana has recently been forced to ban trophy hunting following a precipitous wildlife decline. The numbers of antelope plummeted across Botswana, with a resultant decline in predator numbers, while elephant numbers remained stable and hippopotamus numbers rose. According to the government of Botswana, t... | Why has Botswana been forced to ban trophy hunting altogether? | a precipitous wildlife decline | 79 | en | [
"In contrast, Botswana has recently been forced to ban trophy hunting following a precipitous wildlife decline. The numbers of antelope plummeted across Botswana, with a resultant decline in predator numbers, while elephant numbers remained stable and hippopotamus numbers rose. According to the government of Botswa... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Hunting/en_57351b51acc1501500bac415 |
en_57359bbcdc94161900571ee9 | Kathmandu | Kathmandu(/ˌkɑːtmɑːnˈduː/; Nepali pronunciation: [kɑʈʰmɑɳɖu]) is the capital and largest municipality of Nepal. It also hosts the headquarters of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). It is the only city of Nepal with the administrative status of Mahanagar (Metropolitan City), as compared to Upa... | What country is Kathmandu the capital of? | Nepal | 105 | en | [
"Kathmandu(/ˌkɑːtmɑːnˈduː/; Nepali pronunciation: [kɑʈʰmɑɳɖu]) is the capital and largest municipality of Nepal. It also hosts the headquarters of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). It is the only city of Nepal with the administrative status of Mahanagar (Metropolitan City), as compared t... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_57359bbcdc94161900571ee9 |
en_57359c16e853931400426a34 | Kathmandu | The city has a rich history, spanning nearly 2000 years, as inferred from inscriptions found in the valley. Religious and cultural festivities form a major part of the lives of people residing in Kathmandu. Most of Kathmandu's people follow Hinduism and many others follow Buddhism. There are people of other religious b... | About how long has Kathmandu existed? | 2000 | 45 | en | [
"The city has a rich history, spanning nearly 2000 years, as inferred from inscriptions found in the valley. Religious and cultural festivities form a major part of the lives of people residing in Kathmandu. Most of Kathmandu's people follow Hinduism and many others follow Buddhism. There are people of other religi... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_57359c16e853931400426a34 |
en_57359c97e853931400426a3e | Kathmandu | The city of Kathmandu is named after Kasthamandap temple, that stood in Durbar Square. In Sanskrit, Kastha (काष्ठ) means "wood" and Mandap (/मण्डप) means "covered shelter". This temple, also known as Maru Satal in the Newar language, was built in 1596 by King Laxmi Narsingh Malla. The two-storey structure was made enti... | What does काष्ठ mean in English? | wood | 122 | en | [
"So-called voiced aspirated consonants are nearly always pronounced instead with breathy voice, a type of phonation or vibration of the vocal folds. The modifier letter ⟨◌ʰ⟩ after a voiced consonant actually represents a breathy-voiced or murmured dental stop, as with the \"voiced aspirated\" bilabial stop ⟨bʰ⟩ in ... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_57359c97e853931400426a3e |
en_57359cf7e853931400426a48 | Kathmandu | The colophons of ancient manuscripts, dated as late as the 20th century, refer to Kathmandu as Kasthamandap Mahanagar in Nepal Mandala. Mahanagar means "great city". The city is called "Kasthamandap" in a vow that Buddhist priests still recite to this day. Thus, Kathmandu is also known as Kasthamandap. During medieval ... | What is the ancient name of Kathmandu? | Kasthamandap Mahanagar | 95 | en | [
"The colophons of ancient manuscripts, dated as late as the 20th century, refer to Kathmandu as Kasthamandap Mahanagar in Nepal Mandala. Mahanagar means \"great city\". The city is called \"Kasthamandap\" in a vow that Buddhist priests still recite to this day. Thus, Kathmandu is also known as Kasthamandap. During ... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_57359cf7e853931400426a48 |
en_57359d61e853931400426a52 | Kathmandu | The ancient history of Kathmandu is described in its traditional myths and legends. According to Swayambhu Purana, present-day Kathmandu was once a huge and deep lake names "Nagdaha" as it was full of snakes. The lake was cut drained by Bodhisatwa Manjusri with his sword and the water was evacuated out from there and h... | According to legend, what body of water once existed on the site of Kathmandu? | lake | 162 | en | [
"The ancient history of Kathmandu is described in its traditional myths and legends. According to Swayambhu Purana, present-day Kathmandu was once a huge and deep lake names \"Nagdaha\" as it was full of snakes. The lake was cut drained by Bodhisatwa Manjusri with his sword and the water was evacuated out from ther... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_57359d61e853931400426a52 |
en_57359ddbe853931400426a5c | Kathmandu | Very few historical records exist of the period before the medieval Licchavis rulers. According to Gopalraj Vansawali, a genealogy of Nepali monarchs, the rulers of Kathmandu Valley before the Licchavis were Gopalas, Mahispalas, Aabhirs, Kirants, and Somavanshi. The Kirata dynasty was established by Yalamber. During th... | Who was the founder of the Kirata dynasty? | Yalamber | 301 | en | [
"Very few historical records exist of the period before the medieval Licchavis rulers. According to Gopalraj Vansawali, a genealogy of Nepali monarchs, the rulers of Kathmandu Valley before the Licchavis were Gopalas, Mahispalas, Aabhirs, Kirants, and Somavanshi. The Kirata dynasty was established by Yalamber. Duri... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_57359ddbe853931400426a5c |
en_57359e82e853931400426a66 | Kathmandu | The Licchavis from the Indo-Gangetic plain migrated north and defeated the Kiratas, establishing the Licchavi dynasty. During this era, following the genocide of Shakyas in Lumbini by Virudhaka, the survivors migrated north and entered the forest monastery in Sankhu masquerading as Koliyas. From Sankhu, they migrated t... | Who won the war between the Licchavis and the Kiratas? | Licchavis | 4 | en | [
"Very few historical records exist of the period before the medieval Licchavis rulers. According to Gopalraj Vansawali, a genealogy of Nepali monarchs, the rulers of Kathmandu Valley before the Licchavis were Gopalas, Mahispalas, Aabhirs, Kirants, and Somavanshi. The Kirata dynasty was established by Yalamber. Duri... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_57359e82e853931400426a66 |
en_57359eeae853931400426a70 | Kathmandu | Eventually, the Licchavi ruler Gunakamadeva merged Koligram and Dakshin Koligram, founding the city of Kathmandu. The city was designed in the shape of Chandrahrasa, the sword of Manjushri. The city was surrounded by eight barracks guarded by Ajimas. One of these barracks is still in use at Bhadrakali (in front of Sing... | Kathmandu resulted from the merger of what two settlements? | Dakshin Koligram | 64 | en | [
"Kathmandu(/ˌkɑːtmɑːnˈduː/; Nepali pronunciation: [kɑʈʰmɑɳɖu]) is the capital and largest municipality of Nepal. It also hosts the headquarters of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). It is the only city of Nepal with the administrative status of Mahanagar (Metropolitan City), as compared t... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_57359eeae853931400426a70 |
en_57359f64e853931400426a7a | Kathmandu | The Licchavi era was followed by the Malla era. Rulers from Tirhut, upon being attacked by Muslims, fled north to the Kathmandu valley. They intermarried with Nepali royalty, and this led to the Malla era. The early years of the Malla era were turbulent, with raids and attacks from Khas and Turk Muslims. There was also... | Who ruled Nepal after the Licchavi? | Malla | 37 | en | [
"The Licchavi era was followed by the Malla era. Rulers from Tirhut, upon being attacked by Muslims, fled north to the Kathmandu valley. They intermarried with Nepali royalty, and this led to the Malla era. The early years of the Malla era were turbulent, with raids and attacks from Khas and Turk Muslims. There was... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_57359f64e853931400426a7a |
en_57359fece853931400426a84 | Kathmandu | During the later part of the Malla era, Kathmandu Valley comprised four fortified cities: Kantipur, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur, and Kirtipur. These served as the capitals of the Malla confederation of Nepal. These states competed with each other in the arts, architecture, aesthetics, and trade, resulting in tremendous develop... | How many cities were present in the Kathmandu Valley in the late Malla period? | four | 67 | en | [
"During the later part of the Malla era, Kathmandu Valley comprised four fortified cities: Kantipur, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur, and Kirtipur. These served as the capitals of the Malla confederation of Nepal. These states competed with each other in the arts, architecture, aesthetics, and trade, resulting in tremendous de... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_57359fece853931400426a84 |
en_5735a06de853931400426a8e | Kathmandu | The Gorkha Kingdom ended the Malla confederation after the Battle of Kathmandu in 1768. This marked the beginning of the modern era in Kathmandu. The Battle of Kirtipur was the start of the Gorkha conquest of the Kathmandu Valley. Kathmandu was adopted as the capital of the Gorkha empire, and the empire itself was dubb... | Who won the Battle of Kathmandu? | Gorkha Kingdom | 4 | en | [
"The Gorkha Kingdom ended the Malla confederation after the Battle of Kathmandu in 1768. This marked the beginning of the modern era in Kathmandu. The Battle of Kirtipur was the start of the Gorkha conquest of the Kathmandu Valley. Kathmandu was adopted as the capital of the Gorkha empire, and the empire itself was... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735a06de853931400426a8e |
en_5735a122e853931400426a98 | Kathmandu | Kathmandu is located in the northwestern part of the Kathmandu Valley to the north of the Bagmati River and covers an area of 50.67 km2 (19.56 sq mi). The average elevation is 1,400 metres (4,600 ft) above sea level. The city is directly bounded by several other municipalities of the Kathmandu valley: south of the Bagm... | What river is south of Kathmandu? | Bagmati | 90 | en | [
"Kathmandu is dissected by eight rivers, the main river of the valley, the Bagmati and its tributaries, of which the Bishnumati, Dhobi Khola, Manohara Khola, Hanumant Khola, and Tukucha Khola are predominant. The mountains from where these rivers originate are in the elevation range of 1,500–3,000 metres (4,900–9,8... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735a122e853931400426a98 |
en_5735a69ce853931400426aa2 | Kathmandu | Kathmandu is dissected by eight rivers, the main river of the valley, the Bagmati and its tributaries, of which the Bishnumati, Dhobi Khola, Manohara Khola, Hanumant Khola, and Tukucha Khola are predominant. The mountains from where these rivers originate are in the elevation range of 1,500–3,000 metres (4,900–9,800 ft... | How many rivers travel through Kathmandu? | eight | 26 | en | [
"Kathmandu is dissected by eight rivers, the main river of the valley, the Bagmati and its tributaries, of which the Bishnumati, Dhobi Khola, Manohara Khola, Hanumant Khola, and Tukucha Khola are predominant. The mountains from where these rivers originate are in the elevation range of 1,500–3,000 metres (4,900–9,8... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735a69ce853931400426aa2 |
en_5735a721e853931400426aa8 | Kathmandu | The agglomeration of Kathmandu has not yet been officially defined. The urban area of the Kathmandu valley is split among three different districts (collections of local government units within a zone) which extend very little beyond the valley fringe, except towards the southern ranges, which have comparatively small ... | How many districts make up the Kathmandu Valley urban area? | three | 122 | en | [
"The agglomeration of Kathmandu has not yet been officially defined. The urban area of the Kathmandu valley is split among three different districts (collections of local government units within a zone) which extend very little beyond the valley fringe, except towards the southern ranges, which have comparatively s... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735a721e853931400426aa8 |
en_5735a9fbe853931400426ab2 | Kathmandu | Five major climatic regions are found in Nepal. Of these, Kathmandu Valley is in the Warm Temperate Zone (elevation ranging from 1,200–2,300 metres (3,900–7,500 ft)), where the climate is fairly temperate, atypical for the region. This zone is followed by the Cool Temperate Zone with elevation varying between 2,100–3,3... | What is the Kathmandu Valley's average temperature in winter, in degrees Fahrenheit? | 50.2 | 749 | en | [
"Five major climatic regions are found in Nepal. Of these, Kathmandu Valley is in the Warm Temperate Zone (elevation ranging from 1,200–2,300 metres (3,900–7,500 ft)), where the climate is fairly temperate, atypical for the region. This zone is followed by the Cool Temperate Zone with elevation varying between 2,10... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735a9fbe853931400426ab2 |
en_5735aaaedc94161900571ef3 | Kathmandu | The city generally has a climate with warm days followed by cool nights and mornings. Unpredictable weather is expected, given that temperatures can drop to 1 °C (34 °F) or less during the winter. During a 2013 cold front, the winter temperatures of Kathmandu dropped to −4 °C (25 °F), and the lowest temperature was rec... | What sort of temperature is typical on a Kathmandu morning? | cool | 60 | en | [
"The city generally has a climate with warm days followed by cool nights and mornings. Unpredictable weather is expected, given that temperatures can drop to 1 °C (34 °F) or less during the winter. During a 2013 cold front, the winter temperatures of Kathmandu dropped to −4 °C (25 °F), and the lowest temperature wa... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735aaaedc94161900571ef3 |
en_5735ac11dc94161900571f07 | Kathmandu | The location and terrain of Kathmandu have played a significant role in the development of a stable economy which spans millennia. The city is located in an ancient lake basin, with fertile soil and flat terrain. This geography helped form a society based on agriculture. This, combined with its location between India a... | What religion proliferated throughout Central Asia in part due to the efforts of Lhasa Newar merchants? | Buddhism | 673 | en | [
"The Kushan Empire, a collection of Yuezhi tribes, took control of the region in the first century CE and ruled until the 4th century CE during which time Buddhism, Nestorian Christianity, Zoroastrianism, and Manichaeism were all practiced in the region. Later the Hephthalite Empire, a collection of nomadic tribes,... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735ac11dc94161900571f07 |
en_5735ac9bdc94161900571f0d | Kathmandu | The economic output of the metropolitan area alone is worth more than one third of national GDP around $6.5billion in terms of nominal GDP NR.s 550 billion approximately per year $2200 per capital income approx three times national average. Kathmandu exports handicrafts, artworks, garments, carpets, pashmina, paper; tr... | Approximately what portion of Nepal's GDP is produced by the Kathmandu metropolitan area? | one third | 70 | en | [
"The economic output of the metropolitan area alone is worth more than one third of national GDP around $6.5billion in terms of nominal GDP NR.s 550 billion approximately per year $2200 per capital income approx three times national average. Kathmandu exports handicrafts, artworks, garments, carpets, pashmina, pape... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735ac9bdc94161900571f0d |
en_5735ad64e853931400426abc | Kathmandu | Tourism is considered another important industry in Nepal. This industry started around 1950, as the country's political makeup changed and ended the country's isolation from the rest of the world. In 1956, air transportation was established and the Tribhuvan Highway, between Kathmandu and Raxaul (at India's border), w... | Approximately when did the Nepalese tourism industry begin? | 1950 | 88 | en | [
"Tourism is considered another important industry in Nepal. This industry started around 1950, as the country's political makeup changed and ended the country's isolation from the rest of the world. In 1956, air transportation was established and the Tribhuvan Highway, between Kathmandu and Raxaul (at India's borde... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735ad64e853931400426abc |
en_5735adcde853931400426ac2 | Kathmandu | Since then, tourism in Nepal has thrived; it is the country's most important industry.[citation needed] Tourism is a major source of income for most of the people in the city, with several hundred thousand visitors annually. Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims from all over the world visit Kathmandu's religious sites such as P... | What is the most significant industry in Nepal? | tourism | 12 | en | [
"Tourism is considered another important industry in Nepal. This industry started around 1950, as the country's political makeup changed and ended the country's isolation from the rest of the world. In 1956, air transportation was established and the Tribhuvan Highway, between Kathmandu and Raxaul (at India's borde... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735adcde853931400426ac2 |
en_5735ae59dc94161900571f1c | Kathmandu | The neighbourhood of Thamel is Kathmandu's primary "traveller's ghetto", packed with guest houses, restaurants, shops, and bookstores, catering to tourists. Another neighbourhood of growing popularity is Jhamel, a name for Jhamsikhel coined to rhyme with Thamel. Jhochhen Tol, also known as Freak Street, is Kathmandu's ... | What Kathmandu neighborhood is noted for its abundance of tourists? | Thamel | 21 | en | [
"The neighbourhood of Thamel is Kathmandu's primary \"traveller's ghetto\", packed with guest houses, restaurants, shops, and bookstores, catering to tourists. Another neighbourhood of growing popularity is Jhamel, a name for Jhamsikhel coined to rhyme with Thamel. Jhochhen Tol, also known as Freak Street, is Kathm... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735ae59dc94161900571f1c |
en_5735b062dc94161900571f24 | Kathmandu | With the opening of the tourist industry after the change in the political scenario of Nepal in 1950, the hotel industry drastically improved. Now Kathmandu boasts several luxury such as the Hyatt Regency, Dwarika's, theYak & Yeti, The Everest Hotel, Hotel Radisson, Hotel De L'Annapurna, The Malla Hotel, Shangri-La Hot... | How many stars is Kathmandu's Grand Hotel? | four | 418 | en | [
"With the opening of the tourist industry after the change in the political scenario of Nepal in 1950, the hotel industry drastically improved. Now Kathmandu boasts several luxury such as the Hyatt Regency, Dwarika's, theYak & Yeti, The Everest Hotel, Hotel Radisson, Hotel De L'Annapurna, The Malla Hotel, Shangri-L... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735b062dc94161900571f24 |
en_5735b0dedc94161900571f2c | Kathmandu | Metropolitan Kathmandu is divided into five sectors: the Central Sector, the East Sector, the North Sector, the City Core and the West Sector. For civic administration, the city is further divided into 35 administrative wards. The Council administers the Metropolitan area of Kathmandu city through its 177 elected repre... | How many sectors make up the Kathmandu metropolitan area? | five | 39 | en | [
"Metropolitan Kathmandu is divided into five sectors: the Central Sector, the East Sector, the North Sector, the City Core and the West Sector. For civic administration, the city is further divided into 35 administrative wards. The Council administers the Metropolitan area of Kathmandu city through its 177 elected ... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735b0dedc94161900571f2c |
en_5735b2a8dc94161900571f36 | Kathmandu | The fire service, known as the Barun Yantra Karyalaya, opened its first station in Kathmandu in 1937 with a single vehicle. An iron tower was erected to monitor the city and watch for fire. As a precautionary measure, firemen were sent to the areas which were designated as accident-prone areas. In 1944, the fire servic... | What is Kathmandu's fire department called? | Barun Yantra Karyalaya | 31 | en | [
"The fire service, known as the Barun Yantra Karyalaya, opened its first station in Kathmandu in 1937 with a single vehicle. An iron tower was erected to monitor the city and watch for fire. As a precautionary measure, firemen were sent to the areas which were designated as accident-prone areas. In 1944, the fire s... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735b2a8dc94161900571f36 |
en_5735b876dc94161900571f4a | Kathmandu | Over the years the city has been home to people of various ethnicities, resulting in a range of different traditions and cultural practices. In one decade, the population increased from 427,045 in 1991 to 671,805 in 2001. The population was projected to reach 915,071 in 2011 and 1,319,597 by 2021. To keep up this popul... | What was the population of Kathmandu in 1991? | 427,045 | 186 | en | [
"The largest ethnic groups are Newar (29.6%), Matwali (25.1% Sunuwar, Gurung, Magars, Tamang etc.), Khas Brahmins (20.51%) and Chettris (18.5%) . Tamangs originating from surrounding hill districts can be seen in Kathmandu. More recently, other hill ethnic groups and Caste groups from Terai have come to represent a... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735b876dc94161900571f4a |
en_5735b8cde853931400426ae3 | Kathmandu | The largest ethnic groups are Newar (29.6%), Matwali (25.1% Sunuwar, Gurung, Magars, Tamang etc.), Khas Brahmins (20.51%) and Chettris (18.5%) . Tamangs originating from surrounding hill districts can be seen in Kathmandu. More recently, other hill ethnic groups and Caste groups from Terai have come to represent a subs... | What percentage of Kathmandu residents are Chettris? | 18.5 | 136 | en | [
"The largest ethnic groups are Newar (29.6%), Matwali (25.1% Sunuwar, Gurung, Magars, Tamang etc.), Khas Brahmins (20.51%) and Chettris (18.5%) . Tamangs originating from surrounding hill districts can be seen in Kathmandu. More recently, other hill ethnic groups and Caste groups from Terai have come to represent a... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735b8cde853931400426ae3 |
en_5735ba07dc94161900571f52 | Kathmandu | The ancient trade route between India and Tibet that passed through Kathmandu enabled a fusion of artistic and architectural traditions from other cultures to be amalgamated with local art and architecture. The monuments of Kathmandu City have been influenced over the centuries by Hindu and Buddhist religious practices... | What religion does Changunarayan belong to? | Hindu | 848 | en | [
"Two major extant branches of Buddhism are generally recognized by scholars: Theravada (\"The School of the Elders\") and Mahayana (\"The Great Vehicle\"). Vajrayana, a body of teachings attributed to Indian siddhas, may be viewed as a third branch or merely a part of Mahayana. Theravada has a widespread following ... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735ba07dc94161900571f52 |
en_5735ba6ee853931400426aed | Kathmandu | The literal meaning of Durbar Square is a "place of palaces". There are three preserved Durbar Squares in Kathmandu valley and one unpreserved in Kirtipur. The Durbar Square of Kathmandu is located in the old city and has heritage buildings representing four kingdoms (Kantipur, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur, Kirtipur); the earli... | Where is a Durban Square located that is not preserved? | Kirtipur | 146 | en | [
"The literal meaning of Durbar Square is a \"place of palaces\". There are three preserved Durbar Squares in Kathmandu valley and one unpreserved in Kirtipur. The Durbar Square of Kathmandu is located in the old city and has heritage buildings representing four kingdoms (Kantipur, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur, Kirtipur); th... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735ba6ee853931400426aed |
en_5735bb2adc94161900571f65 | Kathmandu | Kumari Ghar is a palace in the center of the Kathmandu city, next to the Durbar square where a Royal Kumari selected from several Kumaris resides. Kumari, or Kumari Devi, is the tradition of worshipping young pre-pubescent girls as manifestations of the divine female energy or devi in South Asian countries. In Nepal th... | What is Durga called in Nepali? | Taleju | 421 | en | [
"Kumari Ghar is a palace in the center of the Kathmandu city, next to the Durbar square where a Royal Kumari selected from several Kumaris resides. Kumari, or Kumari Devi, is the tradition of worshipping young pre-pubescent girls as manifestations of the divine female energy or devi in South Asian countries. In Nep... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735bb2adc94161900571f65 |
en_5735bb89e853931400426af7 | Kathmandu | The Pashupatinath Temple is a famous 5th century Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva (Pashupati). Located on the banks of the Bagmati River in the eastern part of Kathmandu, Pashupatinath Temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Kathmandu. It served as the seat of national deity, Lord Pashupatinath, until Nepal was secula... | When was the Pashupatinath Temple built? | 5th century | 37 | en | [
"The Pashupatinath Temple is a famous 5th century Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva (Pashupati). Located on the banks of the Bagmati River in the eastern part of Kathmandu, Pashupatinath Temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Kathmandu. It served as the seat of national deity, Lord Pashupatinath, until Nepal was s... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735bb89e853931400426af7 |
en_5735bca5dc94161900571f77 | Kathmandu | Believers in Pashupatinath (mainly Hindus) are allowed to enter the temple premises, but non-Hindu visitors are allowed to view the temple only from the across the Bagmati River. The priests who perform the services at this temple have been Brahmins from Karnataka, South India since the time of Malla king Yaksha Malla.... | What people make up the majority of Pashupatinath followers? | Hindus | 35 | en | [
"Believers in Pashupatinath (mainly Hindus) are allowed to enter the temple premises, but non-Hindu visitors are allowed to view the temple only from the across the Bagmati River. The priests who perform the services at this temple have been Brahmins from Karnataka, South India since the time of Malla king Yaksha M... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735bca5dc94161900571f77 |
en_5735bd01dc94161900571f81 | Kathmandu | The Boudhanath, (also written Bouddhanath, Bodhnath, Baudhanath or the Khāsa Chaitya), is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal, along with Swayambhu. It is a very popular tourist site. Boudhanath is known as Khāsti by Newars and as Bauddha or Bodhnāth by speakers of Nepali. Located about 11 km (7 mi) from the cen... | To what religion is Boudhanath holy? | Buddhist | 109 | en | [
"The Boudhanath, (also written Bouddhanath, Bodhnath, Baudhanath or the Khāsa Chaitya), is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal, along with Swayambhu. It is a very popular tourist site. Boudhanath is known as Khāsti by Newars and as Bauddha or Bodhnāth by speakers of Nepali. Located about 11 km (7 mi) from th... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735bd01dc94161900571f81 |
en_5735be65e853931400426b15 | Kathmandu | The base of the stupa has 108 small depictions of the Dhyani Buddha Amitabha. It is surrounded with a brick wall with 147 niches, each with four or five prayer wheels engraved with the mantra, om mani padme hum. At the northern entrance where visitors must pass is a shrine dedicated to Ajima, the goddess of smallpox. E... | Who is pictured on the stupa's base? | Dhyani Buddha Amitabha | 54 | en | [
"The base of the stupa has 108 small depictions of the Dhyani Buddha Amitabha. It is surrounded with a brick wall with 147 niches, each with four or five prayer wheels engraved with the mantra, om mani padme hum. At the northern entrance where visitors must pass is a shrine dedicated to Ajima, the goddess of smallp... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735be65e853931400426b15 |
en_5735bed6dc94161900571f8b | Kathmandu | Swayambhu is a Buddhist stupa atop a hillock at the northwestern part of the city. This is among the oldest religious sites in Nepal. Although the site is considered Buddhist, it is revered by both Buddhists and Hindus. The stupa consists of a dome at the base; above the dome, there is a cubic structure with the eyes o... | In what part of Kathmandu is Swayambhu located? | northwestern | 52 | en | [
"Swayambhu is a Buddhist stupa atop a hillock at the northwestern part of the city. This is among the oldest religious sites in Nepal. Although the site is considered Buddhist, it is revered by both Buddhists and Hindus. The stupa consists of a dome at the base; above the dome, there is a cubic structure with the e... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735bed6dc94161900571f8b |
en_5735bf26e853931400426b28 | Kathmandu | Kathmandu valley is described as "an enormous treasure house of art and sculptures", which are made of wood, stone, metal, and terracotta, and found in profusion in temples, shrines, stupas, gompas, chaityasm and palaces. The art objects are also seen in street corners, lanes, private courtyards and in open ground. Mos... | Kathmandu valley contains art made of metal, terracotta, wood and what other substance? | stone | 109 | en | [
"Kathmandu valley is described as \"an enormous treasure house of art and sculptures\", which are made of wood, stone, metal, and terracotta, and found in profusion in temples, shrines, stupas, gompas, chaityasm and palaces. The art objects are also seen in street corners, lanes, private courtyards and in open grou... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735bf26e853931400426b28 |
en_5735bf8cdc94161900571f95 | Kathmandu | The religious art of Nepal and Kathmandu in particular consists of an iconic symbolism of the Mother Goddesses such as: Bhavani, Durga, Gaja-Lakshmi, Hariti-Sitala, Mahsishamardini, Saptamatrika (seven mother goddesses), and Sri-Lakshmi(wealth-goddess). From the 3rd century BC, apart from the Hindu gods and goddesses, ... | What types of deities are Bhavani and Durga? | Mother Goddesses | 94 | en | [
"The religious art of Nepal and Kathmandu in particular consists of an iconic symbolism of the Mother Goddesses such as: Bhavani, Durga, Gaja-Lakshmi, Hariti-Sitala, Mahsishamardini, Saptamatrika (seven mother goddesses), and Sri-Lakshmi(wealth-goddess). From the 3rd century BC, apart from the Hindu gods and goddes... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735bf8cdc94161900571f95 |
en_5735c028e853931400426b35 | Kathmandu | Kathmandu is home to a number of museums and art galleries, including the National Museum of Nepal and the Natural History Museum of Nepal. Nepal's art and architecture is an amalgamation of two ancient religions, Hinduism and Buddhhism. These are amply reflected in the many temples, shrines, stupas, monasteries, and p... | Along with the National Museum of Nepal, what notable Nepalese museum is present in Kathmandu? | Natural History Museum of Nepal | 107 | en | [
"Kathmandu is home to a number of museums and art galleries, including the National Museum of Nepal and the Natural History Museum of Nepal. Nepal's art and architecture is an amalgamation of two ancient religions, Hinduism and Buddhhism. These are amply reflected in the many temples, shrines, stupas, monasteries, ... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735c028e853931400426b35 |
en_5735c081e853931400426b3f | Kathmandu | The National Museum is located in the western part of Kathmandu, near the Swayambhunath stupa in an historical building. This building was constructed in the early 19th century by General Bhimsen Thapa. It is the most important museum in the country, housing an extensive collection of weapons, art and antiquities of hi... | In what area of Kathmandu is the National Museum? | western | 38 | en | [
"Kathmandu is home to a number of museums and art galleries, including the National Museum of Nepal and the Natural History Museum of Nepal. Nepal's art and architecture is an amalgamation of two ancient religions, Hinduism and Buddhhism. These are amply reflected in the many temples, shrines, stupas, monasteries, ... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735c081e853931400426b3f |
en_5735c0d8e853931400426b49 | Kathmandu | The Tribhuvan Museum contains artifacts related to the King Tribhuvan (1906–1955). It has a variety of pieces including his personal belongings, letters and papers, memorabilia related to events he was involved in and a rare collection of photos and paintings of Royal family members. The Mahendra Museum is dedicated to... | When did Tribhuvan die? | 1955 | 76 | en | [
"Gandhi Smriti in New Delhi is the location where Mahatma Gandhi spent the last 144 days of his life and was assassinated on 30 January 1948. Rajghat is the place where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated on 31 January 1948 after his assassination and his ashes were buried and make it a final resting place beside the sanct... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735c0d8e853931400426b49 |
en_5735c1dedc94161900571fba | Kathmandu | The enclosed compound of the Narayanhity Palace Museum is in the north-central part of Kathmandu. "Narayanhity" comes from Narayana, a form of the Hindu god Lord Vishnu, and Hiti, meaning "water spout" (Vishnu's temple is located opposite the palace, and the water spout is located east of the main entrance to the preci... | Where in Kathmandu is Narayanhity Palace Museum located? | north-central | 65 | en | [
"The enclosed compound of the Narayanhity Palace Museum is in the north-central part of Kathmandu. \"Narayanhity\" comes from Narayana, a form of the Hindu god Lord Vishnu, and Hiti, meaning \"water spout\" (Vishnu's temple is located opposite the palace, and the water spout is located east of the main entrance to ... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735c1dedc94161900571fba |
en_5735c26adc94161900571fc4 | Kathmandu | The Taragaon Museum presents the modern history of the Kathmandu Valley. It seeks to document 50 years of research and cultural heritage conservation of the Kathmandu Valley, documenting what artists photographers architects anthropologists from abroad had contributed in the second half of the 20th century. The actual ... | What is the Taragaon Museum dedicated to? | modern history of the Kathmandu Valley | 33 | en | [
"The Taragaon Museum presents the modern history of the Kathmandu Valley. It seeks to document 50 years of research and cultural heritage conservation of the Kathmandu Valley, documenting what artists photographers architects anthropologists from abroad had contributed in the second half of the 20th century. The ac... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735c26adc94161900571fc4 |
en_5735c2e7dc94161900571fce | Kathmandu | Kathmandu is a center for art in Nepal, displaying the work of contemporary artists in the country and also collections of historical artists. Patan in particular is an ancient city noted for its fine arts and crafts. Art in Kathmandu is vibrant, demonstrating a fusion of traditionalism and modern art, derived from a g... | Contemporary Kathmandu art combines traditional influences with what type of art? | modern | 292 | en | [
"Kathmandu is a center for art in Nepal, displaying the work of contemporary artists in the country and also collections of historical artists. Patan in particular is an ancient city noted for its fine arts and crafts. Art in Kathmandu is vibrant, demonstrating a fusion of traditionalism and modern art, derived fro... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735c2e7dc94161900571fce |
en_5735c37cdc94161900571fe2 | Kathmandu | The Srijana Contemporary Art Gallery, located inside the Bhrikutimandap Exhibition grounds, hosts the work of contemporary painters and sculptors, and regularly organizes exhibitions. It also runs morning and evening classes in the schools of art. Also of note is the Moti Azima Gallery, located in a three storied build... | Where can one find the Srijana Contemporary Art Gallery? | Bhrikutimandap Exhibition grounds | 57 | en | [
"The Srijana Contemporary Art Gallery, located inside the Bhrikutimandap Exhibition grounds, hosts the work of contemporary painters and sculptors, and regularly organizes exhibitions. It also runs morning and evening classes in the schools of art. Also of note is the Moti Azima Gallery, located in a three storied ... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735c37cdc94161900571fe2 |
en_5735c3d0dc94161900571fec | Kathmandu | The National Library of Nepal is located in Patan. It is the largest library in the country with more than 70,000 books. English, Nepali, Sanskrit, Hindi, and Nepal Bhasa books are found here. The library is in possession of rare scholarly books in Sanskrit and English dating from the 17th century AD. Kathmandu also co... | How many volumes are contained in Nepal's National Library? | 70,000 | 107 | en | [
"The National Library of Nepal is located in Patan. It is the largest library in the country with more than 70,000 books. English, Nepali, Sanskrit, Hindi, and Nepal Bhasa books are found here. The library is in possession of rare scholarly books in Sanskrit and English dating from the 17th century AD. Kathmandu al... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735c3d0dc94161900571fec |
en_5735c421dc94161900571ffb | Kathmandu | Kathmandu is home to Nepali cinema and theaters. The city contains several theaters, including the National Dance Theatre in Kanti Path, the Ganga Theatre, the Himalayan Theatre and the Aarohan Theater Group founded in 1982. The M. Art Theater is based in the city. The Gurukul School of Theatre organizes the Kathmandu ... | Where can the National Dance Theatre be found in Kathmandu? | Kanti Path | 125 | en | [
"Kathmandu is home to Nepali cinema and theaters. The city contains several theaters, including the National Dance Theatre in Kanti Path, the Ganga Theatre, the Himalayan Theatre and the Aarohan Theater Group founded in 1982. The M. Art Theater is based in the city. The Gurukul School of Theatre organizes the Kathm... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735c421dc94161900571ffb |
en_5735c47ae853931400426b63 | Kathmandu | Most of the cuisines found in Kathmandu are non-vegetarian. However, the practice of vegetarianism is not uncommon, and vegetarian cuisines can be found throughout the city. Consumption of beef is very uncommon and considered taboo in many places. Buff (meat of water buffalo) is very common. There is a strong tradition... | What meat is very rarely eaten in Kathmandu? | beef | 189 | en | [
"Most of the cuisines found in Kathmandu are non-vegetarian. However, the practice of vegetarianism is not uncommon, and vegetarian cuisines can be found throughout the city. Consumption of beef is very uncommon and considered taboo in many places. Buff (meat of water buffalo) is very common. There is a strong trad... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735c47ae853931400426b63 |
en_5735c50be853931400426b6d | Kathmandu | Kathmandu had only one western-style restaurant in 1955. A large number of restaurants in Kathmandu have since opened, catering Nepali cuisine, Tibetan cuisine, Chinese cuisine and Indian cuisine in particular. Many other restaurants have opened to accommodate locals, expatriates, and tourists. The growth of tourism in... | How many restaurants in the western style were present in Kathmandu circa 1955? | one | 19 | en | [
"Kathmandu had only one western-style restaurant in 1955. A large number of restaurants in Kathmandu have since opened, catering Nepali cuisine, Tibetan cuisine, Chinese cuisine and Indian cuisine in particular. Many other restaurants have opened to accommodate locals, expatriates, and tourists. The growth of touri... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735c50be853931400426b6d |
en_5735c7d26c16ec1900b927af | Kathmandu | Kathmandu has a larger proportion of tea drinkers than coffee drinkers. Tea is widely served but is extremely weak by western standards. It is richer and contains tea leaves boiled with milk, sugar and spices. Alcohol is widely drunk, and there are numerous local variants of alcoholic beverages. Drinking and driving is... | What beverage is consumed by more people in Kathmandu, coffee or tea? | tea | 37 | en | [
"Kathmandu has a larger proportion of tea drinkers than coffee drinkers. Tea is widely served but is extremely weak by western standards. It is richer and contains tea leaves boiled with milk, sugar and spices. Alcohol is widely drunk, and there are numerous local variants of alcoholic beverages. Drinking and drivi... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735c7d26c16ec1900b927af |
en_5735c8876c16ec1900b927be | Kathmandu | Most of the fairs and festivals in Kathmandu originated in the Malla period or earlier. Traditionally, these festivals were celebrated by Newars. In recent years, these festivals have found wider participation from other Kathmanduites as well. As the capital of the Republic of Nepal, various national festivals are cele... | To what era do a majority of Kathmandu's festivals date back to? | Malla | 63 | en | [
"Most of the fairs and festivals in Kathmandu originated in the Malla period or earlier. Traditionally, these festivals were celebrated by Newars. In recent years, these festivals have found wider participation from other Kathmanduites as well. As the capital of the Republic of Nepal, various national festivals are... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735c8876c16ec1900b927be |
en_5735c92f012e2f140011a044 | Kathmandu | The Bagmati River which flows through Kathmandu is considered a holy river both by Hindus and Buddhists, and many Hindu temples are located on the banks of this river. The importance of the Bagmati also lies in the fact that Hindus are cremated on its banks, and Kirants are buried in the hills by its side. According to... | In addition to Hindus, who regards the Bagmati River as sacred? | Buddhists | 94 | en | [
"The Bagmati River which flows through Kathmandu is considered a holy river both by Hindus and Buddhists, and many Hindu temples are located on the banks of this river. The importance of the Bagmati also lies in the fact that Hindus are cremated on its banks, and Kirants are buried in the hills by its side. Accordi... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735c92f012e2f140011a044 |
en_5735c9dd6c16ec1900b927d5 | Kathmandu | Legendary Princess Bhrikuti (7th-century) and artist Araniko (1245 - 1306 AD) from that tradition of Kathmandu valley played a significant role in spreading Buddhism in Tibet and China. There are over 108 traditional monasteries (Bahals and Bahis) in Kathmandu based on Newar Buddhism. Since the 1960s, the permanent Tib... | In what century was Bhrikuti said to live? | 7th | 29 | en | [
"The earliest recorded Western philosophy of time was expounded by the ancient Egyptian thinker Ptahhotep (c. 2650–2600 BC), who said, \"Do not lessen the time of following desire, for the wasting of time is an abomination to the spirit.\" The Vedas, the earliest texts on Indian philosophy and Hindu philosophy, dat... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735c9dd6c16ec1900b927d5 |
en_5735ca406c16ec1900b927df | Kathmandu | Kirant Mundhum is one of the indigenous animistic practices of Nepal. It is practiced by Kirat people. Some animistic aspects of Kirant beliefs, such as ancestor worship (worship of Ajima) are also found in Newars of Kirant origin. Ancient religious sites believed to be worshipped by ancient Kirats, such as Pashupatina... | What type of religion is Kirant Mundhum? | animistic | 40 | en | [
"Kirant Mundhum is one of the indigenous animistic practices of Nepal. It is practiced by Kirat people. Some animistic aspects of Kirant beliefs, such as ancestor worship (worship of Ajima) are also found in Newars of Kirant origin. Ancient religious sites believed to be worshipped by ancient Kirats, such as Pashup... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735ca406c16ec1900b927df |
en_5735cc33012e2f140011a068 | Kathmandu | Sikhism is practiced primarily in Gurudwara at Kupundole. An earlier temple of Sikhism is also present in Kathmandu which is now defunct. Jainism is practiced by a small community. A Jain temple is present in Gyaneshwar, where Jains practice their faith. According to the records of the Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is... | Where can a temple of the Jain faith be found? | Gyaneshwar | 209 | en | [
"Sikhism is practiced primarily in Gurudwara at Kupundole. An earlier temple of Sikhism is also present in Kathmandu which is now defunct. Jainism is practiced by a small community. A Jain temple is present in Gyaneshwar, where Jains practice their faith. According to the records of the Spiritual Assembly of the Ba... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735cc33012e2f140011a068 |
en_5735d0026c16ec1900b92815 | Kathmandu | Institute of Medicine, the central college of Tribhuwan University is the first medical college of Nepal and is located in Maharajgunj, Kathmandu. It was established in 1972 and started to impart medical education from 1978. A number of medical colleges including Kathmandu Medical College, Nepal Medical College, KIST M... | Of what university is the Institute of Medicine a constituent college? | Tribhuwan | 46 | en | [
"London is home to five major medical schools – Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry (part of Queen Mary), King's College London School of Medicine (the largest medical school in Europe), Imperial College School of Medicine, UCL Medical School and St George's, University of London – and has a large... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735d0026c16ec1900b92815 |
en_5735d07d012e2f140011a087 | Kathmandu | Football and Cricket are the most popular sports among the younger generation in Nepal and there are several stadiums in the city. The sport is governed by the All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) from its headquarters in Kathmandu. The only international football stadium in the city is the Dasarath Rangasala Stadium,... | Along with cricket, what sport is highly popular among Nepali youth? | Football | 0 | en | [
"Football and Cricket are the most popular sports among the younger generation in Nepal and there are several stadiums in the city. The sport is governed by the All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) from its headquarters in Kathmandu. The only international football stadium in the city is the Dasarath Rangasala Sta... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735d07d012e2f140011a087 |
en_5735d0f46c16ec1900b92823 | Kathmandu | The total length of roads in Nepal is recorded to be (17,182 km (10,676 mi)), as of 2003–04. This fairly large network has helped the economic development of the country, particularly in the fields of agriculture, horticulture, vegetable farming, industry and also tourism. In view of the hilly terrain, transportation t... | As of 2004, how many kilometers of road existed in Nepal? | 17,182 | 54 | en | [
"The total length of roads in Nepal is recorded to be (17,182 km (10,676 mi)), as of 2003–04. This fairly large network has helped the economic development of the country, particularly in the fields of agriculture, horticulture, vegetable farming, industry and also tourism. In view of the hilly terrain, transportat... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735d0f46c16ec1900b92823 |
en_5735d1a86c16ec1900b92831 | Kathmandu | The main international airport serving Kathmandu and thus Nepal is the Tribhuvan International Airport, located about six kilometers (6 km (3.7 mi)) from the city centre. Operated by the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal it has two terminals, one domestic and one international. At present, about 22 international airlin... | What is Nepal's primary airport for international travel? | Tribhuvan International Airport | 71 | en | [
"The main international airport serving Kathmandu and thus Nepal is the Tribhuvan International Airport, located about six kilometers (6 km (3.7 mi)) from the city centre. Operated by the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal it has two terminals, one domestic and one international. At present, about 22 international a... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735d1a86c16ec1900b92831 |
en_5735d259012e2f140011a09d | Kathmandu | Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC), in order to promote international relations has established an International Relations Secretariat (IRC). KMC's first international relationship was established in 1975 with the city of Eugene, Oregon, United States. This activity has been further enhanced by establishing formal relat... | In what US state did Kathmandu first establish an international relationship? | Oregon | 229 | en | [
"Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC), in order to promote international relations has established an International Relations Secretariat (IRC). KMC's first international relationship was established in 1975 with the city of Eugene, Oregon, United States. This activity has been further enhanced by establishing formal ... | https://korquad.github.io/dataset/Kathmandu/en_5735d259012e2f140011a09d |
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