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Q.1
Easy
General Studies I
Which river is known as the 'Dakshan Ganga' (South Ganga)?
AGodavari
BKrishna
CTungabhadra
DMahanadi
Correct Answer:
A. GodavariExplanation:
The Godavari River is called the 'Dakshan Ganga' due to its length and significance in South India. It is the second-longest river in India.
Q.2
Easy
General Studies I
Which Marathi saint was known for the 'Bhakti Movement' in Maharashtra?
ADnyaneshwar
BRamdas
CTukaram
DAll of the above
Correct Answer:
D. All of the aboveExplanation:
Dnyaneshwar, Ramdas, and Tukaram were all prominent Marathi saints who contributed significantly to the Bhakti Movement in Maharashtra.
Q.3
Easy
General Studies I
What is the capital of Maharashtra?
ANagpur
BMumbai
CPune
DAurangabad
Correct Answer:
B. MumbaiExplanation:
Mumbai is the capital and largest city of Maharashtra, located on the western coast of India.
Q.4
Easy
General Studies I
What is the approximate total area of Maharashtra?
A307,713 sq km
B427,413 sq km
C507,413 sq km
D607,413 sq km
Correct Answer:
A. 307,713 sq kmExplanation:
Maharashtra covers an area of approximately 307,713 square kilometers, making it the second-largest state by area in western India.
Q.5
Easy
General Studies I
Which coastal city in Maharashtra is known as the 'Hollywood of India'?
AMumbai
BPune
CNashik
DKolhapur
Correct Answer:
A. MumbaiExplanation:
Mumbai is the center of the Indian film industry (Bollywood) and is often referred to as the 'Hollywood of India'.
Q.6
Easy
General Studies I
Which historical personality founded the Maratha Empire?
AAurangzeb
BChhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
CBajirao I
DMalhar Rao Holkar
Correct Answer:
B. Chhatrapati Shivaji MaharajExplanation:
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj (1627-1680) founded the Maratha Empire and is considered a legendary warrior king of Maharashtra.
Q.7
Easy
General Studies I
Which river forms the natural boundary between Maharashtra and Karnataka?
AKrishna River
BGodavari River
CBhima River
DTungabhadra River
Correct Answer:
A. Krishna RiverExplanation:
The Krishna River forms the natural boundary between Maharashtra and Karnataka, flowing through the Deccan region.
Q.8
Easy
General Studies I
The Vidarbha region of Maharashtra is primarily known for the production of which crop?
ASugarcane
BCotton
CRice
DWheat
Correct Answer:
B. CottonExplanation:
Vidarbha is historically known as the cotton-producing region of Maharashtra and contributes significantly to India's cotton output.
Q.9
Easy
General Studies I
Which mountain range extends through the western part of Maharashtra?
AAravalli Range
BWestern Ghats
CSatpura Range
DVindhya Range
Correct Answer:
B. Western GhatsExplanation:
The Western Ghats form a significant mountain range running along the western coast of Maharashtra, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Q.10
Easy
General Studies I
The Ajanta and Ellora Caves are located in which district of Maharashtra?
AAurangabad
BNashik
CPune
DNagpur
Correct Answer:
A. AurangabadExplanation:
Both Ajanta and Ellora Caves, ancient Buddhist rock-cut monuments, are located in Aurangabad district.
