Showing 11–20 of 30 questions
Q.11
Hard
General Studies I
Which artist, associated with the Indian Independence movement, was born in Indore, Madhya Pradesh?
AM.F. Husain
BRaja Ravi Varma
CNandalal Bose
DAmrita Sher-Gil
Correct Answer:
A. M.F. HusainExplanation:
M.F. Husain, one of India's most renowned modern artists, was born in Indore and is known for his contributions to contemporary Indian art.
Q.12
Hard
General Studies I
The Sindhi settlement in Madhya Pradesh post-1947 contributed significantly to which sector?
AAgriculture
BHandicrafts and Trading
CMining
DForestry
Correct Answer:
B. Handicrafts and TradingExplanation:
The Sindhi community that settled in Madhya Pradesh after the Partition became prominent in handicrafts, textiles, and trading activities.
Q.13
Hard
General Studies I
The Satpura National Park in Madhya Pradesh is unique for being one of India's first national parks. In which year was it established?
Explanation:
Satpura National Park was established in 1981 and is known for its diverse flora and fauna, including tigers, wild elephants, and gaur.
Q.14
Hard
General Studies I
Which industrial corridor project connects Madhya Pradesh with other states, focusing on manufacturing growth?
AEast Coast Economic Corridor
BCentral India Economic Corridor
CDelhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor
DNorth-South Economic Corridor
Correct Answer:
C. Delhi-Mumbai Industrial CorridorExplanation:
The Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor includes parts of MP and promotes industrial development.
Q.15
Hard
General Studies I
The Maratha power in MP reached its zenith under which ruler, who fought against the Mughals?
AShivaji Maharaj
BBajirao I
CHolkar of Indore
DSindhia of Gwalior
Correct Answer:
B. Bajirao IExplanation:
Bajirao I expanded Maratha power significantly in MP through military campaigns against Mughals.
Q.16
Hard
General Studies I
Which ancient Indian dynasty, known for its administrative systems, had its capital at Ujjain during certain periods?
ANanda Dynasty
BSunga Dynasty
CMauryan Empire
DGupta Empire
Correct Answer:
C. Mauryan EmpireExplanation:
Ujjain was an important center during the Mauryan period and is mentioned in Ashoka's edicts.
Q.17
Hard
General Studies I
The Paramara dynasty, which ruled Malwa, was known for their patronage of which language and literature?
ASanskrit
BPrakrit
CPersian
DTamil
Correct Answer:
A. SanskritExplanation:
The Paramara dynasty patronized Sanskrit literature and produced notable scholars like Bhoja.
Q.18
Hard
General Studies I
Which modern Indian independence movement leader, associated with Central India, was from MP?
ASubhas Chandra Bose
BLala Lajpat Rai
CDr. Rajendra Prasad
DRani Lakshmi Bai
Correct Answer:
D. Rani Lakshmi BaiExplanation:
Rani Lakshmi Bai of Jhansi (now in MP) was a prominent freedom fighter who led the 1857 Rebellion.
Q.19
Hard
General Studies I
Which district of MP produces maximum soybean in India?
AIndore
BRatlam
CVidisha
DMandsaur
Correct Answer:
D. MandsaurExplanation:
Mandsaur district in MP is the largest soybean producing district in India, contributing significantly to national soybean production.
Q.20
Hard
General Studies I
The 'Malwa Plateau' in MP is geologically significant for which mineral deposits?
AUranium and Thorium
BCopper and Zinc
CLimestone and Coal
DIron and Manganese
Correct Answer:
A. Uranium and ThoriumExplanation:
The Malwa Plateau contains significant radioactive mineral deposits including uranium and thorium, making it geologically important.
