BPSC PT 71

Q. Where is “Ground Zero”?

a) Indira Point
b) New York
c) Greenwich
d) Sriharikota
Correct Answer: b) New York

Question from BPSC PT 71, 2025

Correct Answer: b) New York

Explanation:
– “Ground Zero” originally refers to the exact point on the ground directly below a nuclear or major explosion.
– In popular usage, it most commonly denotes the site of the World Trade Center attacks (September 11, 2001) in Lower Manhattan, New York City.
– Among the options, this usage corresponds to New York.

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