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Q.71
Medium
General Studies I
The Bhimbetka Rock Shelters provide evidence of which prehistoric period?
APaleolithic era
BMesolithic era
CNeolithic era
DAll of the above
Correct Answer:
D. All of the aboveExplanation:
Bhimbetka Rock Shelters contain rock paintings and evidence from Paleolithic, Mesolithic, and Neolithic periods.
Q.72
Hard
General Studies I
Which industrial corridor project connects Madhya Pradesh with other states, focusing on manufacturing growth?
AEast Coast Economic Corridor
BCentral India Economic Corridor
CDelhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor
DNorth-South Economic Corridor
Correct Answer:
C. Delhi-Mumbai Industrial CorridorExplanation:
The Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor includes parts of MP and promotes industrial development.
Q.73
Hard
General Studies I
The Maratha power in MP reached its zenith under which ruler, who fought against the Mughals?
AShivaji Maharaj
BBajirao I
CHolkar of Indore
DSindhia of Gwalior
Correct Answer:
B. Bajirao IExplanation:
Bajirao I expanded Maratha power significantly in MP through military campaigns against Mughals.
Q.74
Hard
General Studies I
Which ancient Indian dynasty, known for its administrative systems, had its capital at Ujjain during certain periods?
ANanda Dynasty
BSunga Dynasty
CMauryan Empire
DGupta Empire
Correct Answer:
C. Mauryan EmpireExplanation:
Ujjain was an important center during the Mauryan period and is mentioned in Ashoka's edicts.
Q.75
Hard
General Studies I
The Paramara dynasty, which ruled Malwa, was known for their patronage of which language and literature?
ASanskrit
BPrakrit
CPersian
DTamil
Correct Answer:
A. SanskritExplanation:
The Paramara dynasty patronized Sanskrit literature and produced notable scholars like Bhoja.
Q.76
Hard
General Studies I
Which modern Indian independence movement leader, associated with Central India, was from MP?
ASubhas Chandra Bose
BLala Lajpat Rai
CDr. Rajendra Prasad
DRani Lakshmi Bai
Correct Answer:
D. Rani Lakshmi BaiExplanation:
Rani Lakshmi Bai of Jhansi (now in MP) was a prominent freedom fighter who led the 1857 Rebellion.
Q.77
Easy
General Studies I
Which river is known as the 'Lifeline of Madhya Pradesh' and flows through the Narmada Valley?
ANarmada River
BTapti River
CGodavari River
DChambal River
Correct Answer:
A. Narmada RiverExplanation:
The Narmada River is the second-longest river in India and flows through MP, serving as the state's lifeline for agriculture and irrigation.
Q.78
Easy
General Studies I
The Khajuraho temples, UNESCO World Heritage Site, were constructed during the reign of which dynasty?
AChandela Dynasty
BKalachuri Dynasty
CHolkar Dynasty
DScindia Dynasty
Correct Answer:
A. Chandela DynastyExplanation:
The Khajuraho temples were built by the Chandela rulers between 10th-12th centuries, showcasing remarkable medieval Hindu architecture.
Q.79
Easy
General Studies I
Which city in MP is famous as the 'City of Lakes' and serves as the state capital?
AIndore
BBhopal
CJabalpur
DGwalior
Correct Answer:
B. BhopalExplanation:
Bhopal, the capital of MP, is known as the 'City of Lakes' due to its numerous lakes including Upper Lake and Lower Lake.
Q.80
Easy
General Studies I
Which MP district is known for its diamond reserves and mining?
AJabalpur
BPanna
CIndore
DUjjain
Explanation:
Panna district in MP is renowned for diamond mining and has historically been a major source of diamonds in India.
