Showing 11–20 of 100 questions
Q.11
Medium
General Studies I
In which district is the famous Tirupati-like temple 'Pandharpur' located?
ASolapur
BSangli
CKolhapur
DSatara
Correct Answer:
A. SolapurExplanation:
Pandharpur, home to the famous Vithoba temple, is located in Solapur district and is one of the most important pilgrimage centers in Maharashtra.
Q.12
Medium
General Studies I
Which of the following is the longest river in Maharashtra?
ANarmada
BGodavari
CKrishna
DTapti
Correct Answer:
B. GodavariExplanation:
The Godavari River is the longest river in Maharashtra with a length of approximately 1,465 km, though some portions flow through other states.
Q.13
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.14
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.15
Hard
General Studies I
The Deccan Plateau covers what percentage of Maharashtra's total area?
Explanation:
Approximately 70-75% of Maharashtra's area is covered by the Deccan Plateau, which is characterized by elevated plains and table-top mountains.
Q.16
Hard
General Studies I
Which of the following districts in Maharashtra has the highest literacy rate as per latest census data (2021)?
APune
BMumbai
CNagpur
DNashik
Explanation:
Pune district consistently maintains one of the highest literacy rates in Maharashtra due to better educational infrastructure and development.
Q.17
Medium
General Studies I
Which National Park in Maharashtra is home to Bengal tigers?
ATadoba Andhari National Park
BSanjay Gandhi National Park
CChandoli National Park
DMelghat Tiger Reserve
Correct Answer:
A. Tadoba Andhari National ParkExplanation:
Tadoba Andhari National Park (also known as Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve) is famous for tiger conservation and wildlife in Maharashtra.
Q.18
Hard
General Studies I
What was the primary objective of the 'Satya Shodhak Samaj' founded by Jyotirao Phule?
AReligious conversion
BPromotion of education and social equality
CPolitical independence
DIndustrial development
Correct Answer:
B. Promotion of education and social equalityExplanation:
The Satya Shodhak Samaj aimed at promoting education, especially among lower castes, and advocating for social equality and justice.
Q.19
Medium
General Studies I
Which industry contributes the most to Maharashtra's GDP?
AAgriculture
BManufacturing
CServices (including Finance and IT)
DMining
Correct Answer:
C. Services (including Finance and IT)Explanation:
The service sector, including financial services, IT, and trade, contributes the largest share to Maharashtra's GDP, making it an economic powerhouse.
Q.20
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.
