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?
AAgriculture and Allied Activities
BServices Sector
CManufacturing Sector
DMining 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.
Which traditional art form of Madhya Pradesh, recognized by UNESCO, involves intricate geometric patterns painted on mud walls?
AGond Art
BBhil Art
CWarli Art
DMadhubani 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.
The Narmada Valley Project, one of India's largest multipurpose river valley projects, was conceived during which Five-Year Plan?
AFirst Five-Year Plan
BSecond Five-Year Plan
CThird Five-Year Plan
DFourth 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.
Which Madhya Pradesh city is famous for its diamond mines and is known as the 'Diamond City of India'?
AIndore
BPanna
CJabalpur
DGwalior
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.
The Khajuraho temples in Madhya Pradesh were built during the reign of which dynasty?
AParamara Dynasty
BChandela Dynasty
CKalachuri Dynasty
DTomara 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.
Which river, originating from the Amarkantak plateau in Madhya Pradesh, flows eastward and is considered sacred in Hindu mythology?
ANarmada River
BTapti River
CSon River
DMahanadi River
Correct Answer:
C. Son River
EXPLANATION
The Son River originates from Amarkantak plateau and flows eastward. While Narmada also originates from Amarkantak, it flows westward. Son River holds religious significance in Hindu traditions.
