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Q.11 Medium General Studies II
The Satpura Tiger Reserve is located in which district of Madhya Pradesh?
A Hoshangabad
B Betul
C Seoni
D Balaghat
Correct Answer:  A. Hoshangabad
EXPLANATION

Satpura National Park and Tiger Reserve are located in Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, known for wildlife conservation.

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Q.12 Medium General Studies II
Which fort in Madhya Pradesh is known as the 'Gibraltar of India'?
A Mandu Fort
B Gwalior Fort
C Asirgarh Fort
D Orchha Fort
Correct Answer:  B. Gwalior Fort
EXPLANATION

Gwalior Fort, one of India's most impressive forts, has earned the epithet 'Gibraltar of India' due to its strategic location and impregnable structure.

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Q.13 Medium General Studies II
The Chandela dynasty ruled which region of Central India?
A Bundelkhand
B Malwa
C Baghelkhand
D Nimar
Correct Answer:  A. Bundelkhand
EXPLANATION

The Chandela dynasty ruled the Bundelkhand region of Central India from the 10th to 13th centuries and built the famous Khajuraho temples.

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Q.14 Medium General Studies II
Which of the following is the 'Diamond City' of India located in Madhya Pradesh?
A Indore
B Gwalior
C Panna
D Jabalpur
Correct Answer:  C. Panna
EXPLANATION

Panna is known as the 'Diamond City' of India, famous for its diamond mines and the Panna National Park.

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Who was the founder of the Maratha Empire in Central India?
A Shivaji Maharaj
B Baji Rao I
C Malhar Rao Holkar
D Ranoji Rao Sindia
Correct Answer:  A. Shivaji Maharaj
EXPLANATION

Shivaji Maharaj founded the Maratha Empire, though his major influence was in Western India, but his successors and generals like the Holkars and Scindias controlled significant parts of Madhya Pradesh.

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Khajuraho temples are located in which district of Madhya Pradesh?
A Chhatarpur
B Damoh
C Panna
D Tikamgarh
Correct Answer:  A. Chhatarpur
EXPLANATION

Khajuraho temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are situated in Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh and represent the finest example of Chandela dynasty architecture.

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Which river is known as the 'Nile of Central India'?
A Narmada River
B Tapti River
C Chambal River
D Betwa River
Correct Answer:  A. Narmada River
EXPLANATION

The Narmada River is often referred to as the 'Nile of Central India' due to its significant role in irrigation and agriculture in Madhya Pradesh.

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In the context of MP's economy, which sector contributes the largest share to the state's GSDP (Gross State Domestic Product) as of 2024?
A Agriculture and Allied Activities
B Services Sector
C Manufacturing Sector
D Mining Sector
Correct Answer:  B. Services Sector
EXPLANATION

As per recent economic data (2023-24), the Services Sector contributes the largest share to MP's GSDP, followed by agriculture and manufacturing, reflecting the state's economic diversification.

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Q.19 Medium General Studies I
Which traditional art form of Madhya Pradesh, recognized by UNESCO, involves intricate geometric patterns painted on mud walls?
A Gond Art
B Bhil Art
C Warli Art
D Madhubani Art
Correct Answer:  A. Gond Art
EXPLANATION

Gond Art, created by the Gond tribal community of MP, features distinctive geometric patterns and is recognized internationally. It received UNESCO recognition and represents indigenous tribal artistic heritage.

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Q.20 Medium General Studies I
The Narmada Valley Project, one of India's largest multipurpose river valley projects, was conceived during which Five-Year Plan?
A First Five-Year Plan
B Second Five-Year Plan
C Third Five-Year Plan
D Fourth Five-Year Plan
Correct Answer:  C. Third Five-Year Plan
EXPLANATION

The Narmada Valley Project was conceptualized during the Third Five-Year Plan (1961-1966) and involves multiple dams including Sardar Sarovar and Narmada Sagar dams.

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