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Madhya Pradesh MP General Knowledge Quiz
1. Which of the following sports-persons has participated in the Olympics?
(A) Narendra Hirwani
(B) Ashok Patel
(C) Aslam Sher Khan
(D) Prakash Saini
Ans:-C
2. In which district of Madhya Pradesh is one of the regional laboratories of Forest Research Institute, Dehradun Located?
(A) Betul
(B)Jabalpur
(C) Indore
(D) Mandla
Ans:-B
3. How many districts of M.P. at present are categorised as ‘developed districts’ in terms of the categorisation done in 1990?
(A) 5
(B) 6
(C) 3
(D) 7
Ans:-A
4. Which district of M.P. has the least area under the Paddy Crop?
(A) Balaghat
(B) Morena
(C) Indore
(D) Katni
Ans:-B
5. Approximately what percentage of the country’s total managanese is extracted in
Madhya Pradesh?
(A) 70%
(B) 20%
(C) 50%
(D) 80%
Ans:-C
6. Which poet is regarded as the first poet of the ‘Riti’ period of Hindi poetry?
(A) Padmakar
(B) Keshav Das
(C) Bhushan
(D) Ghananand
Ans:-B
7. After the coming into existence of Chhattisgarh State, in which district of Madhya Pradesh is the number of electrified villages the least?
(A) Sheopur
(B) Dindori
(C) Umaria
(D) Harda
Ans:-D
8. In which district of M.P. is the percentage of the gross irrigated area to the gross sown area the smallest?
(A) Sidhi
(B) Shahdol
(C) Dindori
(D) Mandla
Ans:-A
9. Which district has the lowest literacy in M.P. according to the 1991 census?
(A) Sheopur
(B) Jhabua
(C) Badwani
(D) Sidhi
Ans:-B
10. When was the ‘Pani Roko Abhiyan’ started in Madhya Pradesh?
(A) 3rd February, 2001
(B) 2nd October, 2000
(C) 7th May, 2001
(D) None of these
Ans:-C
11. When was Shri Prakash Chandra Sethi, , made the Chief Minister of
Madhya Pradesh for the first time?
(A) 1975
(B) 1971
(C) 1969
(D) 1974
Ans:-B
12. In the forests of Madhya Pradesh, there is wide-spread damage, due to borer. In which tree specie has the damage occurred?
(A) Bija
(B) Teak
(C) Sal
(D) Arjun
Ans:-B
13. The river Chambal flows in the following states
(A) M.P., U.P., Orissa
(B) M.P., Rajasthan, Gujarat
(C) M.P., U.P., Bihar
(D) M.P., U.P., Rajasthan
Ans:-B
14. One out of the following dynasties does not belong to M.P.—
(A) Parmar
(B) Kaichuri
(C) Chandela
(D) Pratihar
Ans:-D
15. What is the position with respect to powers of contempt available to Lokayukta and Uplokayukta of M.P. similar to the powers of the High Court?
(A) The Powers have been given
(B) The matter is under consideration
(C) The powers have not been given
(D) There are no such proposals
Ans:-A
16. For which purpose out of the following was the ‘Lohani Committee’ constituted in M.P.?
(A) For area division between M.P. and Chhattisgarh
(B) For recommending sources of finance for the Panchayats
(C) For division of Government employees between M.P. and Chhattisgarh
(D) None of the above
Ans:-B
17. Who was the Chief Minister of M.P. when Phoolan Devi surrendered?
(A) Motilal Vora
(B) Digvijay Singh
(C) Shyamacharan Shukla
(D) Arjun Singh
Ans:-D
18. Where is the Hasedo-Bango Project located?
(A) M.P.
(B) Assam
(C) Kerala
(D) Chhattisgarh
Ans:-A
19. Which three Indian states were bifurcated to create 3 new states in India?
(A) Orissa, M.P., Bihar
(B) Bihar, M.P., U.P.
(C) M.P., Rajasthan, Bihar
(D) U.P., M.P., West Bengal
Ans:-B
20. Which of the following districts of M.P. is the smallest in terms of population?
(A) Datia
(B) Umaria
(C) Dindori
(D) Harda
Ans:-D
21. What is ‘Gyandoot Scheme’ which was started in the Dhar district of M.P.?
(A) A Village Education Scheme
(B) A series of discourses of Swami Chinmayanand on Gita
(C) A project connected with the modem information technology
(D) A general knowledge competition
Ans:-A
22. Rajghat dam is a joint project of—
(A) U.P. and M.P.
(B) M.P. and Rajasthan
(C) M.P. and Gujarat
(D) M.P. and Chhattisgarh
Ans:-A
23. Which of the following alternatives corresponds to the percentage of the forest area of M.P. to the state’s total geographical area?
(A) 40%
(B) 23.76%
(C) 32.95%
(D) None of these
Ans:-D
24. Which state is first in producing Tendu leaves?
(A) Maharashtra
(B) Orissa
(C) M.P.
(D) Andhra Pradesh
Ans:-C
25. The State which has the largest number of seats reserved for the Scheduled Tribes in the Lok Sabha is —
(A) Bihar
(B) Gujarat
(C) Uttar Pradesh
(D) Madhya Pradesh
Ans:-D
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Madhya Pradesh Latest and Current GK
Madhya Pradesh Latest and Current GK
Particulars Description
Area 3,08,000 sq. km
Population 6,03,85,118
Capital Bhopal
Principal Languages Hindi
History and Geography
Madhya Pradesh is the second largest Indian Sate in size with an area of 3,08,000 sq.km. Geographically it occupies a pivotal position in the country.
King Ashoka first among all, ruled over Ujjain. A sizeable portion of Central India was part of the Gupta empire (300-500 A.D.). The Muslims came into Central India in the beginning of 11th century. First of all, Mahmud of Ghazni came over here and then Mohammad Gouri, who incorporated some parts of Central India into his ruling territory of Delhi. Central India was also part of the Mughal empire. During the period between the beginning of the influence of Marathas and the death of Madhoji Scindia in 1794, Marathas were on the ascendant in Central India but later on the small states started coming into existence. These small states became the cause of perpetuation of British power in the country.
Queen Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore, the Gond Maharani Kamalapti and Queen Durgawati, etc., were women rulers whose names have left an indelible imprint on Indian history for their outstanding rule. Madhya Pradesh came into being on 1 November 1956. It was reorganised on 1 November 2000 to create a new Chhattisgarh state. The successive state, now, is bound in north by Uttar Pradesh, east by Chhattisgarh, south by Maharashtra and west by Gujarat and Rajasthan.
Agriculture
Agriculture is the mainstay of State's economy as 74.73 per cent of the people are rural. As much as 49 per cent of the land area is cultivable.
The net sown area during 2007 was estimated at about 14.83 m. ha. The food grain production was 14.45m. metric tonnes. The productivity of major crops like wheat, rice, pulses has also been good. The National Horticulture Mission has been implemented in 31 districts.
Industry and Minerals
Madhya Pradesh has entered the era of high-tech industries such as electronics, telecommunications, automobiles, Information Technology, etc. The State produces optical fibre for telecommunication needs. A large number of automobile industries have been established at Pithampur near Indore. Prominent industries in the public sector in the state are Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd. at Bhopal, Secruity paper mill at Hoshangabad, Bank Note Press at Dewas, newsprint factory at Nepanagar and alkaloid factory at Neemuch.
The cement production touched 12.49 million metric tonnes during the period. An air cargo complex is coming up at Pithampur. The Government of India has set up a Special Economic Zone at Indore. Foreign Direct Investment is being promoted by implementing the comprehensive Economic Development Policy. The State Government has announced an Industries Promotion Policy offering attractive incentives for investment in the State. The docks have been cleared for the long pending Rs.10,300 crore Oman Bina Refinery Project at Bina in Sagar district. The Government of India has also sanctioned a National Auto Testing and Research and Development Infrastructure Project to be set up at Pithampur in Dhar district.
Madhya Pradesh is a mineral rich State. The state produced minerals worth Rs.90.20 in 2007. It produces 21 types of minerals. The output of minerals in 2007 was -dolomite -164 thousand metric tonnes, diamond - 586 thousand carats, limestone-25640 thousand metric tonnes, bauxite-475 thousand million metric tonnes and copper ore - 2191 thousand million metric tonnes. The coal production was 25640 thousand metric tonnes. The State is famous for its traditional handicrafts and handloom cloth manufactured in Chanderi and Maheshwar.
Irrigation and Power
The net area under irrigation was 6,347 thousand-hectare in the year 2008. There is a target to increase the irrigation facilities from 39 per cent to 50 per cent. A Rs.1919 crore Water Sector Restructuring Project has been taken up to restore irrigation facility in five lakh hectares by renovating the existing irrigation system in 30 districts.
Madhya Pradesh is rich in low-grade coal suitable for power generation and also has immense potential of hydro-energy. Total installed power generation capacity in year 2007 was 9658.45 M.W. There are eight hydro-electric power stations with 902.5 MW installed capacity. A total of 50,475 out of 51,806 villages had been electrified.
Development Initiatives
Madhya Pradesh Rural Employment Scheme has been implemented in all 50 districts. M.P. has topped in the country in its implementation. National Horticulture Mission has been launched to boost horticulture production and productivity in the State.
Transport
Roads: The total length of roads in the State is 73311 kms. The length of national highway in the State is 4280 km while State highway extends to 8729 km. The State government has taken up the construction and upgradation of roads in a big way and about 60 thousand km of roads will be constructed and upgraded.
Railways: The main rail route linking northern India with southern India passes through Madhya Pradesh. Main junctions in the state are Bhopal, Bina, Gwalior, Indore, Itarsi, Jabalpur, Katni, Ratlam and Ujjain. The divisional railways headquarters are at Bhopal, Ratlam and Jabalpur.
Festivals
A number of festivals are celebrated in Madhya Pradesh. An important tribal festival is Bhagoriya marked by traditional gaiety and enthusiasm. Shivratri is celebrated in Khajuraho, Bhojpur, Pachmarhi and Ujjain and has its own local flavour while Ramnavami festival at Chitrakoot and Orchha has a unique sense of devotion imbued with tradition. Festivals of Orchha, Malwa, Pachmarhi bring to the fore, repertoire of culture and art of the people. Tansen Music Festival, Gwalior, Ustad Allauddin Khan Music Festival of Maihar, Kalidas Samaroh, Ujjain and Festival of Dances at Khajuraho are some of the well known art festivals of Madhya Pradesh. An annual Narmada Festival has been started from this year at Bedhaghat in Jabalpur, famous for its marble rocks. A Shivpuri Festival has been started from this year at Shivpuri.
Tourism Centres
Perfectly preserved medieval cities, refreshing and enchanting wildlife sanctuaries and some of the holiest and most revered pilgrim centres offer to the tourist the most fulfilling experience. Tranquil beauty of Pachmarhi, glittering splendour of Marble Rocks and roaring sound of Dhuandhar Fall at Bedaghat, Kanha National Park, with its unique Barasingha and Bandhavgarh National Park with its prehistoric caves and wildlife are some of the major attractions of the State.
Gwalior, Mandu, Datia, Chanderi, Jabalpur, Orchha, Raisen, Sanchi, Vidisha, Udaygiri, Bhimbetika, Indore and Bhopal are the places well-known for their historical monuments. Maheshwar, Omkareshwar, Ujjain, Chitrakoot and Amarkantak are major centres of pilgrimage. Unique temples of Khajuraho are famous all over the world. The temples of Orchha, Bhojpur and Udaypur attract large number of tourists as well as pilgrims. Archaeological treasures are preserved in the museums at Satna, Sanchi, Vidisha, Gwalior, Indore, Mandsaur, Ujjain, Rajgarh, Bhopal, Jabalpur, Rewa and many other places. Omkareshwar, Maheshwar and Amarkantak have been declared as holy cities for their integrated development in accordance with their religious significance. Burhanpur is being developed as a new tourist destination.
Source: India 2010 - A Reference Annual
Particulars Description
Area 3,08,000 sq. km
Population 6,03,85,118
Capital Bhopal
Principal Languages Hindi
History and Geography
Madhya Pradesh is the second largest Indian Sate in size with an area of 3,08,000 sq.km. Geographically it occupies a pivotal position in the country.
King Ashoka first among all, ruled over Ujjain. A sizeable portion of Central India was part of the Gupta empire (300-500 A.D.). The Muslims came into Central India in the beginning of 11th century. First of all, Mahmud of Ghazni came over here and then Mohammad Gouri, who incorporated some parts of Central India into his ruling territory of Delhi. Central India was also part of the Mughal empire. During the period between the beginning of the influence of Marathas and the death of Madhoji Scindia in 1794, Marathas were on the ascendant in Central India but later on the small states started coming into existence. These small states became the cause of perpetuation of British power in the country.
Queen Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore, the Gond Maharani Kamalapti and Queen Durgawati, etc., were women rulers whose names have left an indelible imprint on Indian history for their outstanding rule. Madhya Pradesh came into being on 1 November 1956. It was reorganised on 1 November 2000 to create a new Chhattisgarh state. The successive state, now, is bound in north by Uttar Pradesh, east by Chhattisgarh, south by Maharashtra and west by Gujarat and Rajasthan.
Agriculture
Agriculture is the mainstay of State's economy as 74.73 per cent of the people are rural. As much as 49 per cent of the land area is cultivable.
The net sown area during 2007 was estimated at about 14.83 m. ha. The food grain production was 14.45m. metric tonnes. The productivity of major crops like wheat, rice, pulses has also been good. The National Horticulture Mission has been implemented in 31 districts.
Industry and Minerals
Madhya Pradesh has entered the era of high-tech industries such as electronics, telecommunications, automobiles, Information Technology, etc. The State produces optical fibre for telecommunication needs. A large number of automobile industries have been established at Pithampur near Indore. Prominent industries in the public sector in the state are Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd. at Bhopal, Secruity paper mill at Hoshangabad, Bank Note Press at Dewas, newsprint factory at Nepanagar and alkaloid factory at Neemuch.
The cement production touched 12.49 million metric tonnes during the period. An air cargo complex is coming up at Pithampur. The Government of India has set up a Special Economic Zone at Indore. Foreign Direct Investment is being promoted by implementing the comprehensive Economic Development Policy. The State Government has announced an Industries Promotion Policy offering attractive incentives for investment in the State. The docks have been cleared for the long pending Rs.10,300 crore Oman Bina Refinery Project at Bina in Sagar district. The Government of India has also sanctioned a National Auto Testing and Research and Development Infrastructure Project to be set up at Pithampur in Dhar district.
Madhya Pradesh is a mineral rich State. The state produced minerals worth Rs.90.20 in 2007. It produces 21 types of minerals. The output of minerals in 2007 was -dolomite -164 thousand metric tonnes, diamond - 586 thousand carats, limestone-25640 thousand metric tonnes, bauxite-475 thousand million metric tonnes and copper ore - 2191 thousand million metric tonnes. The coal production was 25640 thousand metric tonnes. The State is famous for its traditional handicrafts and handloom cloth manufactured in Chanderi and Maheshwar.
Irrigation and Power
The net area under irrigation was 6,347 thousand-hectare in the year 2008. There is a target to increase the irrigation facilities from 39 per cent to 50 per cent. A Rs.1919 crore Water Sector Restructuring Project has been taken up to restore irrigation facility in five lakh hectares by renovating the existing irrigation system in 30 districts.
Madhya Pradesh is rich in low-grade coal suitable for power generation and also has immense potential of hydro-energy. Total installed power generation capacity in year 2007 was 9658.45 M.W. There are eight hydro-electric power stations with 902.5 MW installed capacity. A total of 50,475 out of 51,806 villages had been electrified.
Development Initiatives
Madhya Pradesh Rural Employment Scheme has been implemented in all 50 districts. M.P. has topped in the country in its implementation. National Horticulture Mission has been launched to boost horticulture production and productivity in the State.
Transport
Roads: The total length of roads in the State is 73311 kms. The length of national highway in the State is 4280 km while State highway extends to 8729 km. The State government has taken up the construction and upgradation of roads in a big way and about 60 thousand km of roads will be constructed and upgraded.
Railways: The main rail route linking northern India with southern India passes through Madhya Pradesh. Main junctions in the state are Bhopal, Bina, Gwalior, Indore, Itarsi, Jabalpur, Katni, Ratlam and Ujjain. The divisional railways headquarters are at Bhopal, Ratlam and Jabalpur.
Festivals
A number of festivals are celebrated in Madhya Pradesh. An important tribal festival is Bhagoriya marked by traditional gaiety and enthusiasm. Shivratri is celebrated in Khajuraho, Bhojpur, Pachmarhi and Ujjain and has its own local flavour while Ramnavami festival at Chitrakoot and Orchha has a unique sense of devotion imbued with tradition. Festivals of Orchha, Malwa, Pachmarhi bring to the fore, repertoire of culture and art of the people. Tansen Music Festival, Gwalior, Ustad Allauddin Khan Music Festival of Maihar, Kalidas Samaroh, Ujjain and Festival of Dances at Khajuraho are some of the well known art festivals of Madhya Pradesh. An annual Narmada Festival has been started from this year at Bedhaghat in Jabalpur, famous for its marble rocks. A Shivpuri Festival has been started from this year at Shivpuri.
Tourism Centres
Perfectly preserved medieval cities, refreshing and enchanting wildlife sanctuaries and some of the holiest and most revered pilgrim centres offer to the tourist the most fulfilling experience. Tranquil beauty of Pachmarhi, glittering splendour of Marble Rocks and roaring sound of Dhuandhar Fall at Bedaghat, Kanha National Park, with its unique Barasingha and Bandhavgarh National Park with its prehistoric caves and wildlife are some of the major attractions of the State.
Gwalior, Mandu, Datia, Chanderi, Jabalpur, Orchha, Raisen, Sanchi, Vidisha, Udaygiri, Bhimbetika, Indore and Bhopal are the places well-known for their historical monuments. Maheshwar, Omkareshwar, Ujjain, Chitrakoot and Amarkantak are major centres of pilgrimage. Unique temples of Khajuraho are famous all over the world. The temples of Orchha, Bhojpur and Udaypur attract large number of tourists as well as pilgrims. Archaeological treasures are preserved in the museums at Satna, Sanchi, Vidisha, Gwalior, Indore, Mandsaur, Ujjain, Rajgarh, Bhopal, Jabalpur, Rewa and many other places. Omkareshwar, Maheshwar and Amarkantak have been declared as holy cities for their integrated development in accordance with their religious significance. Burhanpur is being developed as a new tourist destination.
Source: India 2010 - A Reference Annual
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