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Q.91 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 Thorium
Explanation:

The Malwa Plateau contains significant radioactive mineral deposits including uranium and thorium, making it geologically important.

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Q.92 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.93 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.94 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.95 Medium General Studies I
Which river, originating from the Amarkantak plateau in Madhya Pradesh, flows eastward and is considered sacred in Hindu mythology?
ANarmada River
BTapti River
CSon River
DMahanadi River
Correct Answer:  C. Son River
Explanation:

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.

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Q.96 Easy General Studies I
The Khajuraho temples in Madhya Pradesh were built during the reign of which dynasty?
AParamara Dynasty
BChandela Dynasty
CKalachuri Dynasty
DTomara Dynasty
Correct Answer:  B. Chandela Dynasty
Explanation:

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.

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Q.97 Easy General Studies I
Which Madhya Pradesh city is famous for its diamond mines and is known as the 'Diamond City of India'?
AIndore
BPanna
CJabalpur
DGwalior
Correct Answer:  B. Panna
Explanation:

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.

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Q.98 Medium General Studies I
The Narmada Valley Project, one of India's largest multipurpose river valley projects, was conceived during which Five-Year Plan?
AFirst Five-Year Plan
BSecond Five-Year Plan
CThird Five-Year Plan
DFourth Five-Year Plan
Correct Answer:  C. Third Five-Year Plan
Explanation:

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.

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Q.99 Medium General Studies I
Which traditional art form of Madhya Pradesh, recognized by UNESCO, involves intricate geometric patterns painted on mud walls?
AGond Art
BBhil Art
CWarli Art
DMadhubani Art
Correct Answer:  A. Gond Art
Explanation:

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.

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Q.100 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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