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Q.41Easy General Studies I
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Madhya Pradesh is famous for its intricate stone carvings and sculptures?
ASanchi Stupa
BKhajuraho Group of Monuments
CMandu Fort
DBhimbetka Rock Shelters
Correct Answer: B. Khajuraho Group of Monuments
Explanation:
The Khajuraho Group of Monuments, located in Chhatarpur district, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its medieval Hindu and Jain temples with intricate stone carvings.
Which ancient Buddhist site in Madhya Pradesh contains stupas built by Emperor Ashoka?
AAmarkantak
BSanchi
CUjjain
DOmkareshwar
Correct Answer: B. Sanchi
Explanation:
Sanchi, located near Bhopal, is a major Buddhist pilgrimage site featuring the Great Stupa constructed during Ashoka's reign, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Which fort in Madhya Pradesh served as the capital of the Malwa region and is known as the 'City of Joy'?
AGwalior Fort
BMandu Fort
COrchha Fort
DDhar Fort
Correct Answer: B. Mandu Fort
Explanation:
Mandu, located in Dhar district, was the capital of the Malwa Sultanate and is famous for its medieval palaces, mosques, and is poetically referred to as the 'City of Joy'.
The Bhimbetka Rock Shelters in Madhya Pradesh are primarily known for which archaeological significance?
AMughal inscriptions
BPrehistoric rock paintings
CBuddhist stupas
DColonial-era fortifications
Correct Answer: B. Prehistoric rock paintings
Explanation:
Bhimbetka Rock Shelters near Bhopal contain ancient prehistoric rock paintings dating back 30,000 years, making it one of the oldest art galleries of human civilization.
Which river basin project in Madhya Pradesh is expected to generate 1450 MW of hydroelectric power?
ANarmada Valley Project
BGodavari Basin Project
CTapti Basin Project
DChambal Project
Correct Answer: A. Narmada Valley Project
Explanation:
The Narmada Valley Project is a major multi-purpose project with multiple dams designed to generate hydroelectric power and provide irrigation across the state.
