MPPSC (MP) — General Studies I Questions & Answers

Q.1 Easy General Studies I

Which Madhya Pradesh city is famous for its diamond mines and is known as the 'Diamond City of India'?

A Indore

B Panna

C Jabalpur

D Gwalior

Correct Answer: B. Panna

EXPLANATION

Panna district in MP is renowned for its diamond reserves and mining operations, earning it the nickname 'Diamond City of India'. It has been a major source of diamonds for centuries.

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Q.2 Easy General Studies I

The Khajuraho temples in Madhya Pradesh were built during the reign of which dynasty?

A Paramara Dynasty

B Chandela Dynasty

C Kalachuri Dynasty

D Tomara Dynasty

Correct Answer: B. Chandela Dynasty

EXPLANATION

The magnificent Khajuraho temple complex was constructed by the Chandela Dynasty between the 10th and 12th centuries, representing the pinnacle of medieval Indian temple architecture.

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Q.3 Easy General Studies I

Which MP district is known for its diamond reserves and mining?

A Jabalpur

B Panna

C Indore

D Ujjain

Correct Answer: B. Panna

EXPLANATION

Panna district in MP is renowned for diamond mining and has historically been a major source of diamonds in India.

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Q.4 Easy General Studies I

Which city in MP is famous as the 'City of Lakes' and serves as the state capital?

A Indore

B Bhopal

C Jabalpur

D Gwalior

Correct Answer: B. Bhopal

EXPLANATION

Bhopal, the capital of MP, is known as the 'City of Lakes' due to its numerous lakes including Upper Lake and Lower Lake.

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Q.5 Easy General Studies I

The Khajuraho temples, UNESCO World Heritage Site, were constructed during the reign of which dynasty?

A Chandela Dynasty

B Kalachuri Dynasty

C Holkar Dynasty

D Scindia Dynasty

Correct Answer: A. Chandela Dynasty

EXPLANATION

The Khajuraho temples were built by the Chandela rulers between 10th-12th centuries, showcasing remarkable medieval Hindu architecture.

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Q.6 Easy General Studies I

Which river is known as the 'Lifeline of Madhya Pradesh' and flows through the Narmada Valley?

A Narmada River

B Tapti River

C Godavari River

D Chambal River

Correct Answer: A. Narmada River

EXPLANATION

The Narmada River is the second-longest river in India and flows through MP, serving as the state's lifeline for agriculture and irrigation.

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Q.7 Easy General Studies I

Khajuraho temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site, are located in which district of MP?

A Chhatarpur

B Damoh

C Tikamgarh

D Sagar

Correct Answer: A. Chhatarpur

EXPLANATION

The Khajuraho temples, built by the Chandela dynasty, are located in Chhatarpur district.

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Q.8 Easy General Studies I

Which of the following districts in MP is known for diamond mining?

A Panna

B Jabalpur

C Balaghat

D Seoni

Correct Answer: A. Panna

EXPLANATION

Panna district is famous for its diamond reserves and mining operations in India.

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Q.9 Easy General Studies I

The Narmada River, one of India's major rivers, originates from which location in Madhya Pradesh?

A Amarkantak plateau

B Vindhya Range

C Satpura Range

D Jabalpur region

Correct Answer: A. Amarkantak plateau

EXPLANATION

The Narmada River originates from the Amarkantak plateau in Madhya Pradesh.

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Q.10 Easy General Studies I

Which of the following is the capital of Madhya Pradesh?

A Bhopal

B Indore

C Jabalpur

D Gwalior

Correct Answer: A. Bhopal

EXPLANATION

Bhopal has been the capital of Madhya Pradesh since the state's formation in 1956.

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