The ancient Ujjain city was ruled by which legendary king mentioned in Sanskrit literature?
Answer: A
Ujjain was the capital of King Vikramaditya, a legendary ruler celebrated in Sanskrit literature and known for his scholarly patronage.
Q.82Medium
Which scheduled tribe population is largest in Madhya Pradesh according to 2021 Census data?
Answer: A
The Gond tribe is the largest scheduled tribe in MP with significant populations in eastern and central regions of the state.
Q.83Medium
The Indore-Manmad Industrial Corridor is also known as which economic zone project?
Answer: B
The PCPIR project aims to develop petrochemical and chemical industries along the Indore-Manmad corridor in MP.
Q.84Medium
Which ancient university in MP is mentioned in Buddhist and Jain texts as a center of learning?
Answer: C
Ujjayini Mahavihar was an ancient center of learning in Ujjain, mentioned in Buddhist and Jain scriptures.
Q.85Medium
The Orcha Fort complex in MP was built during which period?
Answer: C
Orcha Fort was constructed in the 16th-17th centuries by the Bundela rulers, showcasing medieval Rajput architecture.
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Q.86Medium
Which national park in MP is home to the Indian leopard and tiger populations?
Answer: D
All three national parks in MP (Pench, Kanha, and Bandhavgarh) are part of Project Tiger and house significant leopard and tiger populations.
Q.87Medium
The Chanderi sarees and Maheshwar sarees represent which traditional craft tradition of MP?
Answer: A
Both Chanderi and Maheshwar sarees are famous handwoven textiles representing MP's rich weaving tradition and heritage crafts.
Q.88Medium
Which MP chief minister was associated with the 'Bhamashah Nidhi Yojana' economic scheme?
Answer: A
CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched various economic schemes in MP, though specific attribution requires verification with 2024-25 records.
Q.89Medium
The Sanchi Stupa complex contains inscriptions in which ancient script?
Answer: A
The Sanchi Stupa inscriptions are in Brahmi script, the official script during the Mauryan period and clearly visible on the gateways.
Q.90Hard
Which district of MP produces maximum soybean in India?
Answer: D
Mandsaur district in MP is the largest soybean producing district in India, contributing significantly to national soybean production.
Q.91Hard
The 'Malwa Plateau' in MP is geologically significant for which mineral deposits?
Answer: C
# Malwa Plateau: Geologically Significant Mineral Deposits
The Malwa Plateau in Madhya Pradesh is a geologically significant region known for specific mineral wealth related to its sedimentary rock formations and depositional history.
Step 1: Geographic and Geological Context of Malwa Plateau
The Malwa Plateau is located in central Madhya Pradesh and is characterized by Deccan Trap basalts overlying Vindhyan sedimentary rocks. This geological composition makes it rich in sedimentary minerals rather than metamorphic ones.
The Vindhyan Formation within the Malwa region is famous for limestone deposits (used in cement production) and coal reserves (from Carboniferous-Permian periods). These sedimentary deposits formed from ancient marine and terrestrial environments, making them abundant in this plateau region.
The Malwa Plateau's geologically significant deposits are limestone and coal, which are extensively mined for industrial use and power generation respectively. These deposits are characteristic of the Vindhyan sedimentary succession that underlies the region.
Final Answer: (C) Limestone and Coal
Q.92Hard
Which sculpture period's influence is most evident in Gyaraspur temples of MP?
Answer: D
The Gyaraspur temples, built in 10th-11th centuries, show strong Post-Gupta Kalachuri period architectural and sculptural influences.
Q.93Hard
The concept of 'Bhojpal' as an administrative center relates to which ancient MP kingdom?
Answer: B
Bhoj, a Paramara king, established Bhojpal (modern Bhopal) as an administrative and cultural center of the Paramara kingdom.
Q.94Hard
Which international boundary does Madhya Pradesh share with another Indian state through the Vindhya Range?
Answer: A
The Vindhya Range forms a natural boundary between MP and Maharashtra, marking a significant geographical and cultural division.
Q.95Medium
Which river, originating from the Amarkantak plateau in Madhya Pradesh, flows eastward and is considered sacred in Hindu mythology?
Answer: C
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.
Q.96Easy
The Khajuraho temples in Madhya Pradesh were built during the reign of which dynasty?
Answer: B
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.
Q.97Easy
Which Madhya Pradesh city is famous for its diamond mines and is known as the 'Diamond City of India'?
Answer: B
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.
Q.98Medium
The Narmada Valley Project, one of India's largest multipurpose river valley projects, was conceived during which Five-Year Plan?
Answer: C
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.
Q.99Medium
Which traditional art form of Madhya Pradesh, recognized by UNESCO, involves intricate geometric patterns painted on mud walls?
Answer: A
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.
Q.100Hard
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?
Answer: B
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.
