General Studies I
Q.11
Medium
Which Maratha general conducted guerrilla warfare against the British in central India?
A Tatya Tope
B Holkar
C Sindhia
D Baji Rao II
Correct Answer:
A. Tatya Tope Explanation:
Tatya Tope was a renowned Maratha general who fought against British forces and led significant guerrilla campaigns in central India.
Q.12
Medium
The Dhuandhar Falls are located on which river in MP?
A Narmada River
B Tapti River
C Godavari River
D Chambal River
Correct Answer:
A. Narmada River Explanation:
Dhuandhar Falls, meaning 'smoke-like cascade', is located on the Narmada River near Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh.
Q.13
Medium
Which textile art form is traditionally practiced in Madhya Pradesh?
A Chanderi weaving
B Maheshwari weaving
C Bandhani
D Options A and B both
Correct Answer:
D. Options A and B both Explanation:
Both Chanderi and Maheshwari are traditional weaving techniques originating from Madhya Pradesh, known for their fine quality sarees.
Q.14
Easy
The Bhopal Gas Tragedy occurred in which year?
Explanation:
The Bhopal Gas Tragedy, one of the world's worst industrial disasters, occurred on December 3, 1984, at Union Carbide plant.
Q.15
Hard
Which is the highest peak in Madhya Pradesh?
A Dhoopgarh
B Janapav
C Chandranath
D Amarkantak
Correct Answer:
A. Dhoopgarh Explanation:
Dhoopgarh in the Pachmarhi range is the highest peak in Madhya Pradesh at an altitude of 1,350 meters.
Q.16
Hard
The Chandela dynasty was known for building which architectural style of temples?
A Dravidian style
B Nagara style
C Indo-Islamic style
D Vesara style
Correct Answer:
B. Nagara style Explanation:
The Chandela dynasty built temples in the Nagara architectural style, of which Khajuraho temples are the finest examples.
Q.17
Hard
Which MP city hosted the Khajuraho Dance Festival for the first time in modern era?
A Indore
B Bhopal
C Khajuraho
D Gwalior
Correct Answer:
C. Khajuraho Explanation:
The Khajuraho Dance Festival is held annually in Khajuraho, celebrating classical Indian dance forms against the backdrop of the temples.
Q.18
Hard
Which state shares the longest boundary with Madhya Pradesh?
A Uttar Pradesh
B Maharashtra
C Rajasthan
D Gujarat
Correct Answer:
A. Uttar Pradesh Explanation:
Uttar Pradesh shares the longest border with Madhya Pradesh, followed by Maharashtra and Rajasthan.
Q.19
Medium
The Tansen Music Festival is associated with which city in MP?
A Ujjain
B Gwalior
C Indore
D Bhopal
Correct Answer:
B. Gwalior Explanation:
The Tansen Music Festival is held in Gwalior, named after the legendary musician Tansen who served in Akbar's court and was associated with Gwalior.
Q.20
Medium
Which ancient kingdom in Madhya Pradesh was known for its administrative excellence and is considered a precursor to the Mauryan Empire?
A Avanti Kingdom
B Malwa Kingdom
C Kalachuri Kingdom
D Paramara Kingdom
Correct Answer:
A. Avanti Kingdom Explanation:
The Avanti Kingdom, with its capital at Ujjain, was one of the most powerful ancient kingdoms in Madhya Pradesh and was known for its advanced administrative system.
