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General Studies I

Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission

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Q.81 Medium General Studies I
Which ancient kingdom in Madhya Pradesh was known for its administrative excellence and is considered a precursor to the Mauryan Empire?
A Avanti Kingdom
B Malwa Kingdom
C Kalachuri Kingdom
D Paramara Kingdom
Correct Answer:  A. Avanti Kingdom
EXPLANATION

The Avanti Kingdom, with its capital at Ujjain, was one of the most powerful ancient kingdoms in Madhya Pradesh and was known for its advanced administrative system.

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Q.82 Medium General Studies I
The Tansen Music Festival is associated with which city in MP?
A Ujjain
B Gwalior
C Indore
D Bhopal
Correct Answer:  B. Gwalior
EXPLANATION

The Tansen Music Festival is held in Gwalior, named after the legendary musician Tansen who served in Akbar's court and was associated with Gwalior.

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Which state shares the longest boundary with Madhya Pradesh?
A Uttar Pradesh
B Maharashtra
C Rajasthan
D Gujarat
Correct Answer:  A. Uttar Pradesh
EXPLANATION

Uttar Pradesh shares the longest border with Madhya Pradesh, followed by Maharashtra and Rajasthan.

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Which MP city hosted the Khajuraho Dance Festival for the first time in modern era?
A Indore
B Bhopal
C Khajuraho
D Gwalior
Correct Answer:  C. Khajuraho
EXPLANATION

The Khajuraho Dance Festival is held annually in Khajuraho, celebrating classical Indian dance forms against the backdrop of the temples.

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The Chandela dynasty was known for building which architectural style of temples?
A Dravidian style
B Nagara style
C Indo-Islamic style
D Vesara style
Correct Answer:  B. Nagara style
EXPLANATION

The Chandela dynasty built temples in the Nagara architectural style, of which Khajuraho temples are the finest examples.

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Which is the highest peak in Madhya Pradesh?
A Dhoopgarh
B Janapav
C Chandranath
D Amarkantak
Correct Answer:  A. Dhoopgarh
EXPLANATION

Dhoopgarh in the Pachmarhi range is the highest peak in Madhya Pradesh at an altitude of 1,350 meters.

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The Bhopal Gas Tragedy occurred in which year?
A 1982
B 1984
C 1986
D 1988
Correct Answer:  B. 1984
EXPLANATION

The Bhopal Gas Tragedy, one of the world's worst industrial disasters, occurred on December 3, 1984, at Union Carbide plant.

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Q.88 Medium General Studies I
Which textile art form is traditionally practiced in Madhya Pradesh?
A Chanderi weaving
B Maheshwari weaving
C Bandhani
D Options A and B both
Correct Answer:  D. Options A and B both
EXPLANATION

Both Chanderi and Maheshwari are traditional weaving techniques originating from Madhya Pradesh, known for their fine quality sarees.

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Q.89 Medium General Studies I
The Dhuandhar Falls are located on which river in MP?
A Narmada River
B Tapti River
C Godavari River
D Chambal River
Correct Answer:  A. Narmada River
EXPLANATION

Dhuandhar Falls, meaning 'smoke-like cascade', is located on the Narmada River near Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh.

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Q.90 Medium General Studies I
Which Maratha general conducted guerrilla warfare against the British in central India?
A Tatya Tope
B Holkar
C Sindhia
D Baji Rao II
Correct Answer:  A. Tatya Tope
EXPLANATION

Tatya Tope was a renowned Maratha general who fought against British forces and led significant guerrilla campaigns in central India.

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