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Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission

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Which temple in Ujjain is considered one of the twelve Jyotirlingas in Hindu mythology?
A Vikram Mandir
B Mahakaleshwar Temple
C Bhaiyaji Ka Mandir
D Kal Bhairav Temple
Correct Answer:  B. Mahakaleshwar Temple
EXPLANATION

The Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and is considered one of the most sacred Shaiva temples in India.

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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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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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In which year did Madhya Pradesh achieve the status of a separate state?
A 1950
B 1956
C 1960
D 1966
Correct Answer:  B. 1956
EXPLANATION

Madhya Pradesh was created as a separate state on November 1, 1956, following the States Reorganisation Act, 1956.

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Which river is known as the 'Nile of Central India' and flows through Madhya Pradesh?
A Narmada River
B Tapti River
C Godavari River
D Mahanadi River
Correct Answer:  A. Narmada River
EXPLANATION

The Narmada River, flowing through Madhya Pradesh for about 1,077 km, is often referred to as the 'Nile of Central India' due to its significance for irrigation and agriculture.

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Which contemporary Madhya Pradesh chief minister launched the 'Ladli Bahna Yojana' in 2023?
A Kamal Nath
B Shivraj Singh Chouhan
C Uma Bharati
D Arjun Singh
Correct Answer:  B. Shivraj Singh Chouhan
EXPLANATION

Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched the Ladli Bahna Yojana in 2023 as a flagship welfare scheme for women in Madhya Pradesh.

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Which Madhya Pradesh district is known as the 'Land of Diamonds' due to its significant diamond reserves?
A Chhindwara
B Panna
C Katni
D Jabalpur
Correct Answer:  B. Panna
EXPLANATION

Panna district is renowned for its diamond mines and is often referred to as the 'Land of Diamonds' in India.

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The Kumbh Mela is held in Ujjain at the confluence of which two rivers?
A Narmada and Tapti
B Shipra and Gambhir
C Betwa and Ken
D Tons and Sone
Correct Answer:  B. Shipra and Gambhir
EXPLANATION

The Ujjain Kumbh Mela is held at the confluence of the Shipra and Gambhir rivers, with Shipra being the primary river.

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The Indore Smart City Project, launched in 2016, is part of which national initiative?
A Swachh Bharat Mission
B Smart Cities Mission
C Make in India
D Digital India
Correct Answer:  B. Smart Cities Mission
EXPLANATION

Indore was among the 100 cities selected under the Smart Cities Mission, becoming India's first open-defecation-free city among selected smart cities.

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Which mineral is Madhya Pradesh the largest producer of in India, accounting for over 70% of national production?
A Manganese ore
B Bauxite
C Diamond
D Limestone
Correct Answer:  C. Diamond
EXPLANATION

Madhya Pradesh is the leading diamond-producing state in India with major reserves in Panna district.

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