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General Studies I

Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission

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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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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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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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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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Which modern Indian independence movement leader, associated with Central India, was from MP?
A Subhas Chandra Bose
B Lala Lajpat Rai
C Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D Rani Lakshmi Bai
Correct Answer:  D. Rani Lakshmi Bai
EXPLANATION

Rani Lakshmi Bai of Jhansi (now in MP) was a prominent freedom fighter who led the 1857 Rebellion.

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The Paramara dynasty, which ruled Malwa, was known for their patronage of which language and literature?
A Sanskrit
B Prakrit
C Persian
D Tamil
Correct Answer:  A. Sanskrit
EXPLANATION

The Paramara dynasty patronized Sanskrit literature and produced notable scholars like Bhoja.

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Which ancient Indian dynasty, known for its administrative systems, had its capital at Ujjain during certain periods?
A Nanda Dynasty
B Sunga Dynasty
C Mauryan Empire
D Gupta Empire
Correct Answer:  C. Mauryan Empire
EXPLANATION

Ujjain was an important center during the Mauryan period and is mentioned in Ashoka's edicts.

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The Maratha power in MP reached its zenith under which ruler, who fought against the Mughals?
A Shivaji Maharaj
B Bajirao I
C Holkar of Indore
D Sindhia of Gwalior
Correct Answer:  B. Bajirao I
EXPLANATION

Bajirao I expanded Maratha power significantly in MP through military campaigns against Mughals.

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Which industrial corridor project connects Madhya Pradesh with other states, focusing on manufacturing growth?
A East Coast Economic Corridor
B Central India Economic Corridor
C Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor
D North-South Economic Corridor
Correct Answer:  C. Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor
EXPLANATION

The Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor includes parts of MP and promotes industrial development.

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Q.30 Medium General Studies I
The Bhimbetka Rock Shelters provide evidence of which prehistoric period?
A Paleolithic era
B Mesolithic era
C Neolithic era
D All of the above
Correct Answer:  D. All of the above
EXPLANATION

Bhimbetka Rock Shelters contain rock paintings and evidence from Paleolithic, Mesolithic, and Neolithic periods.

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