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in General Studies I
Q.21
Medium
General Studies I
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
General Studies I
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
General Studies I
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
General Studies I
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
General Studies I
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
General Studies I
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
General Studies I
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
General Studies I
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
General Studies I
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
General Studies I
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.