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Q.21 Hard General Studies I
Which sculpture period's influence is most evident in Gyaraspur temples of MP?
AGupta period
BShunga period
CKushan period
DPost-Gupta Kalachuri period
Correct Answer:  D. Post-Gupta Kalachuri period
Explanation:

The Gyaraspur temples, built in 10th-11th centuries, show strong Post-Gupta Kalachuri period architectural and sculptural influences.

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Q.22 Hard General Studies I
The concept of 'Bhojpal' as an administrative center relates to which ancient MP kingdom?
AKalachuri Kingdom
BParamara Kingdom
CChandela Kingdom
DMalwa Kingdom
Correct Answer:  B. Paramara Kingdom
Explanation:

Bhoj, a Paramara king, established Bhojpal (modern Bhopal) as an administrative and cultural center of the Paramara kingdom.

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Q.23 Hard General Studies I
Which international boundary does Madhya Pradesh share with another Indian state through the Vindhya Range?
AWith Maharashtra
BWith Chhattisgarh
CWith Rajasthan
DWith Gujarat
Correct Answer:  A. With Maharashtra
Explanation:

The Vindhya Range forms a natural boundary between MP and Maharashtra, marking a significant geographical and cultural division.

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Q.24 Hard General Studies I
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.

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Q.25 Hard General Studies II
Banasthali Temple, an important pilgrimage site, is located in which district?
ARajgarh
BRaisen
CVidisha
DSehore
Correct Answer:  C. Vidisha
Explanation:

Banasthali Temple, dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, is located in Vidisha district and is an important pilgrimage and tourism destination.

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Q.26 Hard General Studies II
Which independence freedom fighter from Madhya Pradesh led the Jhabua Rebellion?
ALala Lajpat Rai
BRani Avantibai
CMangal Pandey
DTatya Tope
Correct Answer:  B. Rani Avantibai
Explanation:

Rani Avantibai of Ramgarh (Jhabua region) led a significant rebellion against British colonial rule in the 19th century in Madhya Pradesh.

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Q.27 Hard General Studies II
The Holkar dynasty and Sindia dynasty were associated with which administrative region of Madhya Pradesh?
AMalwa and Gwalior
BBundelkhand and Baghelkhand
CNimar and Khandesh
DSagar and Damoh
Correct Answer:  A. Malwa and Gwalior
Explanation:

The Holkar dynasty ruled Indore and the Malwa region, while the Sindia dynasty ruled Gwalior and surrounding areas. Both were major Maratha powers in MP.

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Q.28 Hard General Studies II
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Madhya Pradesh was built during the Paramara dynasty?
ASanchi Stupa
BBhimbetka Rock Shelters
CMandu
DKhajuraho Temples
Correct Answer:  D. Khajuraho Temples
Explanation:

Khajuraho temples were built by the Chandela dynasty, not Paramara. However, Bhimbetka Rock Shelters and Sanchi Stupa are also UNESCO sites. Khajuraho is the most significant from 10th-11th century.

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Q.29 Hard General Studies II
The Narmada Basin Development Project in Madhya Pradesh involves the construction of multiple dams. Which is the largest?
AIndira Sagar Dam
BSardar Sarovar Dam
COmkareshwar Dam
DBargi Dam
Correct Answer:  A. Indira Sagar Dam
Explanation:

Indira Sagar Dam is one of the largest dams on the Narmada River and is located in Madhya Pradesh, part of the major Narmada Basin Development Project.

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Q.30 Hard General Studies II
Which ancient university in Madhya Pradesh region was a major center of learning during the Gupta period?
AUjjain
BNalanda
CTakshashila
DVallabhi
Correct Answer:  A. Ujjain
Explanation:

Ujjain was an important center of learning and culture during the Gupta period, known for mathematics, astronomy, and philosophy, though Nalanda was the most famous university of ancient India.

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