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Q.21
Easy
General Studies I
The Vidarbha region of Maharashtra is primarily known for the production of which crop?
ASugarcane
BCotton
CRice
DWheat
Correct Answer:
B. CottonExplanation:
Vidarbha is historically known as the cotton-producing region of Maharashtra and contributes significantly to India's cotton output.
Q.22
Easy
General Studies I
Which mountain range extends through the western part of Maharashtra?
AAravalli Range
BWestern Ghats
CSatpura Range
DVindhya Range
Correct Answer:
B. Western GhatsExplanation:
The Western Ghats form a significant mountain range running along the western coast of Maharashtra, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Q.23
Medium
General Studies I
The Khandesh region of Maharashtra is known for which agricultural characteristic?
ATea gardens
BSugarcane cultivation
CSpice farming
DFruit orchards
Correct Answer:
B. Sugarcane cultivationExplanation:
Khandesh is famous for sugarcane cultivation and processing, with numerous sugar factories in the region.
Q.24
Medium
General Studies I
Which of the following lakes in Maharashtra is the largest artificial lake?
ALonar Lake
BUjani Lake
CPowai Lake
DWular Lake
Correct Answer:
B. Ujani LakeExplanation:
Ujani Lake, created by the Ujani Dam on the Bhima River, is the largest artificial lake in Maharashtra.
Q.25
Easy
General Studies I
The Ajanta and Ellora Caves are located in which district of Maharashtra?
AAurangabad
BNashik
CPune
DNagpur
Correct Answer:
A. AurangabadExplanation:
Both Ajanta and Ellora Caves, ancient Buddhist rock-cut monuments, are located in Aurangabad district.
Q.26
Medium
General Studies I
Which fort in Maharashtra served as the capital of the Maratha Empire under Balaji Bajirao?
ARaigad Fort
BPratapgad Fort
CSindhudurg Fort
DDaulatabad Fort
Correct Answer:
A. Raigad FortExplanation:
Raigad Fort was the capital of the Maratha Empire and is strategically located in the Sahyadri range.
Q.27
Medium
General Studies I
The Lonar Lake in Maharashtra is famous for being a meteorite impact crater. In which district is it located?
ABuldhana
BYavatmal
CJalna
DParbhani
Correct Answer:
A. BuldhanaExplanation:
Lonar Lake in Buldhana district is the only known meteorite impact crater in basaltic rock, a unique geological feature.
Q.28
Medium
General Studies I
Which tribe in Maharashtra primarily engages in honey collection and forest-based livelihoods?
AWarli
BKolhati
CBhil
DMadia
Explanation:
The Bhil tribe, primarily residing in the forested areas of Maharashtra, traditionally engaged in honey collection and hunting.
Q.29
Hard
General Studies I
The Paithan handloom industry in Maharashtra is specifically known for producing which type of textile?
ASilk sarees
BHimroo fabric
CCotton dhotis
DWoolen shawls
Correct Answer:
B. Himroo fabricExplanation:
Paithan is historically famous for Himroo fabric, a traditional cotton-silk blend textile unique to the region.
Q.30
Medium
General Studies I
Which water project in Maharashtra was completed in 1962 and provides irrigation to multiple districts?
ABhakra-Nangal
BGodavari Barrage
CKoyna Dam
DHirakud Dam
Correct Answer:
C. Koyna DamExplanation:
Koyna Dam on the Koyna River was completed in 1962 and is Maharashtra's oldest dam, providing irrigation and hydroelectric power.
