General Studies I
Q.21
Medium
The Jatropha plantation project in Madhya Pradesh was primarily aimed at producing which biofuel?
A Biogas
B Biodiesel
C Bioethanol
D Biomethane
Correct Answer:
B. Biodiesel Explanation:
The Jatropha curcas cultivation in MP was promoted for biodiesel production as part of the National Biofuel Mission.
Q.22
Medium
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Madhya Pradesh is known for its terracotta figurines and ancient pottery workshops?
A Sanchi Stupa
B Khajuraho Temples
C Bhimbetka
D Mandu
Correct Answer:
A. Sanchi Stupa Explanation:
Sanchi Stupa, along with being a major Buddhist monument, has excavation sites revealing ancient pottery and terracotta work from Mauryan and post-Mauryan periods.
Q.23
Easy
The Narmada Valley Project in Madhya Pradesh is designed to harness water for irrigation and hydroelectric power across how many states?
A Two states
B Three states
C Four states
D Five states
Correct Answer:
B. Three states Explanation:
The Narmada Valley Project encompasses Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra for water resource management and power generation.
Q.24
Easy
Which mineral is Madhya Pradesh the largest producer of in India, accounting for over 70% of national production?
A Manganese ore
B Bauxite
C Diamond
D Limestone
Correct Answer:
C. Diamond Explanation:
Madhya Pradesh is the leading diamond-producing state in India with major reserves in Panna district.
Q.25
Medium
The Mahakala Temple in Ujjain is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. In which era was it rebuilt in its current architectural form?
A Mughal era
B Maratha era
C Medieval period
D British era
Correct Answer:
B. Maratha era Explanation:
The Mahakala Temple was substantially rebuilt and renovated during the Maratha period, particularly under Maratha rulers.
Q.26
Medium
Which folk dance form of Madhya Pradesh is traditionally performed during the Navratri festival and involves circular movements?
A Jawara
B Raai
C Matki
D Khyal
Explanation:
Matki is a popular folk dance of MP performed during Navratri where dancers balance pots on their heads while dancing.
Q.27
Easy
The Indore Smart City Project, launched in 2016, is part of which national initiative?
A Swachh Bharat Mission
B Smart Cities Mission
C Make in India
D Digital India
Correct Answer:
B. Smart Cities Mission Explanation:
Indore was among the 100 cities selected under the Smart Cities Mission, becoming India's first open-defecation-free city among selected smart cities.
Q.28
Hard
Which Mughal emperor built the Mandu Fort complex in Madhya Pradesh, known for its Afghan architectural style?
A Akbar
B Babur
C Aurangzeb
D Shah Jahan
Explanation:
Though Mandu was primarily developed by Afghan sultans of the Malwa region, Babur visited and documented its architectural significance during his campaigns.
Q.29
Hard
The Garkhadi script found in Madhya Pradesh's inscriptions belongs to which historical period?
A Vedic period
B Mauryan period
C Gupta period
D Harappan period
Correct Answer:
C. Gupta period Explanation:
Garkhadi script is associated with the Gupta period and has been found in various inscriptions in Madhya Pradesh.
Q.30
Medium
Which industrial corridor in Madhya Pradesh connects Indore and Pithampur and was developed as a manufacturing hub?
A Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor
B Indore-Pithampur Industrial Corridor
C Jawaharlal Nehru Port-based Corridor
D Bhopal-Sehore Industrial Zone
Correct Answer:
B. Indore-Pithampur Industrial Corridor Explanation:
The Indore-Pithampur corridor was developed as a major manufacturing and pharmaceutical hub in Madhya Pradesh.
