General Studies I
Q.31
Easy
The Kumbh Mela is held in Ujjain at the confluence of which two rivers?
A Narmada and Tapti
B Shipra and Gambhir
C Betwa and Ken
D Tons and Sone
Correct Answer:
B. Shipra and Gambhir Explanation:
The Ujjain Kumbh Mela is held at the confluence of the Shipra and Gambhir rivers, with Shipra being the primary river.
Q.32
Easy
Which Madhya Pradesh district is known as the 'Land of Diamonds' due to its significant diamond reserves?
A Chhindwara
B Panna
C Katni
D Jabalpur
Explanation:
Panna district is renowned for its diamond mines and is often referred to as the 'Land of Diamonds' in India.
Q.33
Medium
The Kalchuri dynasty in Madhya Pradesh was known for patronizing which form of art and architecture?
A Buddhist architecture
B Hindu temple architecture with ornate sculptures
C Islamic architecture
D Mughal miniature painting
Correct Answer:
B. Hindu temple architecture with ornate sculptures Explanation:
The Kalachuri dynasty was great patrons of Hindu temple architecture, building elaborate temples with intricate carvings and sculptures.
Q.34
Hard
Which ancient university in Madhya Pradesh was a center of Buddhist learning and is mentioned in Chinese traveler accounts?
A Ujjain University
B Nalanda-like institution at Sanchi
C Avanti University at Ujjain
D Taxila branch in Malwa
Correct Answer:
C. Avanti University at Ujjain Explanation:
Ujjain was a major center of learning with an ancient university that attracted scholars from across Asia and is documented in historical texts.
Q.35
Medium
The Lodhis, who ruled parts of Madhya Pradesh, were of which ethnic origin?
A Turk
B Afghan
C Mongol
D Persian
Correct Answer:
B. Afghan Explanation:
The Lodi dynasty was of Afghan origin and ruled parts of India including Madhya Pradesh before being defeated by Babur.
Q.36
Easy
Which contemporary Madhya Pradesh chief minister launched the 'Ladli Bahna Yojana' in 2023?
A Kamal Nath
B Shivraj Singh Chouhan
C Uma Bharati
D Arjun Singh
Correct Answer:
B. Shivraj Singh Chouhan Explanation:
Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched the Ladli Bahna Yojana in 2023 as a flagship welfare scheme for women in Madhya Pradesh.
Q.37
Hard
The Paramara dynasty in Madhya Pradesh was founded by which ruler who captured Ujjain?
A Vikramaditya
B Upendra
C Munja
D Bhoj
Explanation:
Munja (Vakpati) of the Paramara dynasty captured Ujjain and made it the capital of their kingdom in Madhya Pradesh.
Q.38
Medium
Which agricultural product of Madhya Pradesh contributes significantly to India's total production and is primarily grown in Indore region?
A Rice
B Opium
C Cotton
D Sugarcane
Explanation:
Madhya Pradesh, particularly the Indore region, is historically significant for legal opium cultivation under government control, supplying to pharmaceutical industries.
Q.39
Easy
Which river is known as the 'Nile of Central India' and flows through Madhya Pradesh?
A Narmada River
B Tapti River
C Godavari River
D Mahanadi River
Correct Answer:
A. Narmada River Explanation:
The Narmada River, flowing through Madhya Pradesh for about 1,077 km, is often referred to as the 'Nile of Central India' due to its significance for irrigation and agriculture.
Q.40
Easy
In which year did Madhya Pradesh achieve the status of a separate state?
Explanation:
Madhya Pradesh was created as a separate state on November 1, 1956, following the States Reorganisation Act, 1956.
