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General Studies I

Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission

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Q.51 Medium General Studies I
Orchha, a historical town in Madhya Pradesh, was the capital of which kingdom?
A Bundelkhand
B Malwa
C Khandesh
D Berar
Correct Answer:  A. Bundelkhand
EXPLANATION

Orchha was the capital of the Bundela kingdom and is famous for its palaces, temples, and cenotaphs built by the Bundela rulers.

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Q.52 Medium General Studies I
Which river basin project in Madhya Pradesh is expected to generate 1450 MW of hydroelectric power?
A Narmada Valley Project
B Godavari Basin Project
C Tapti Basin Project
D Chambal Project
Correct Answer:  A. Narmada Valley Project
EXPLANATION

The Narmada Valley Project is a major multi-purpose project with multiple dams designed to generate hydroelectric power and provide irrigation across the state.

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Q.53 Medium General Studies I
The Bhimbetka Rock Shelters in Madhya Pradesh are primarily known for which archaeological significance?
A Mughal inscriptions
B Prehistoric rock paintings
C Buddhist stupas
D Colonial-era fortifications
Correct Answer:  B. Prehistoric rock paintings
EXPLANATION

Bhimbetka Rock Shelters near Bhopal contain ancient prehistoric rock paintings dating back 30,000 years, making it one of the oldest art galleries of human civilization.

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Q.54 Medium General Studies I
Which Madhya Pradesh district is the largest producer of soybean in India?
A Indore
B Ujjain
C Raisen
D Sehore
Correct Answer:  A. Indore
EXPLANATION

Indore district is one of the largest soybean producing regions in India, earning Madhya Pradesh the title of 'Soybean State'.

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Q.55 Medium General Studies I
Which fort in Madhya Pradesh served as the capital of the Malwa region and is known as the 'City of Joy'?
A Gwalior Fort
B Mandu Fort
C Orchha Fort
D Dhar Fort
Correct Answer:  B. Mandu Fort
EXPLANATION

Mandu, located in Dhar district, was the capital of the Malwa Sultanate and is famous for its medieval palaces, mosques, and is poetically referred to as the 'City of Joy'.

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Q.56 Medium General Studies I
The Chanderi saree, a traditional textile from Madhya Pradesh, is known for which distinctive feature?
A Heavy gold embroidery
B Its transparency and lightweight fabric
C Thick cotton weave
D Silk-only composition
Correct Answer:  B. Its transparency and lightweight fabric
EXPLANATION

Chanderi sarees from Chanderi town in Madhya Pradesh are famous for their fine, transparent, and lightweight fabric, often made with cotton and silk.

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What is the capital of Madhya Pradesh?
A Indore
B Gwalior
C Bhopal
D Jabalpur
Correct Answer:  C. Bhopal
EXPLANATION

Bhopal is the capital of Madhya Pradesh since 1956 when the state was reorganized. It is also known as the 'City of Lakes'.

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Q.58 Medium General Studies I
Which ancient Buddhist site in Madhya Pradesh contains stupas built by Emperor Ashoka?
A Amarkantak
B Sanchi
C Ujjain
D Omkareshwar
Correct Answer:  B. Sanchi
EXPLANATION

Sanchi, located near Bhopal, is a major Buddhist pilgrimage site featuring the Great Stupa constructed during Ashoka's reign, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Q.59 Medium General Studies I
Which metal is Madhya Pradesh the largest producer of in India?
A Copper
B Bauxite
C Diamond
D Iron Ore
Correct Answer:  C. Diamond
EXPLANATION

Madhya Pradesh is India's largest diamond producer, accounting for over 90% of domestic diamond production, primarily from Panna district.

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Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Madhya Pradesh is famous for its intricate stone carvings and sculptures?
A Sanchi Stupa
B Khajuraho Group of Monuments
C Mandu Fort
D Bhimbetka Rock Shelters
Correct Answer:  B. Khajuraho Group of Monuments
EXPLANATION

The Khajuraho Group of Monuments, located in Chhatarpur district, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its medieval Hindu and Jain temples with intricate stone carvings.

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