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Govt. Examwise MCQ
1020+ MCQ Questions in english हिन्दी
Which hill station is located in the Western Ghats and known for strawberries?
Mahabaleshwar’s cool climate supports strawberry farming.
Which plateau is located between the Western Ghats and the Satpuras?
The Deccan Plateau covers most of central Maharashtra.
Which major city lies near the source of the Godavari River?
The Godavari originates at Trimbakeshwar, Nashik.
Which is the only marine sanctuary in Maharashtra?
Malvan Marine Sanctuary protects coral reefs and marine life.
Which river originates in the Satpura range and flows through northern Maharashtra?
Tapi originates in Madhya Pradesh and flows westward through Maharashtra.
Which dam supplies water to Mumbai city?
Bhatsa Dam in Thane district is a major water source for Mumbai.
Jayakwadi Dam is built on which river?
*Located in Aurangabad, Jay
Where does the Krishna River enter Maharashtra?
It originates in Mahabaleshwar and flows eastward.
Torna Fort is located in which mountain range?
It lies in the Sahyadri range and has historical importance from Shivaji’s reign.
Western Ghats in Maharashtra are locally called:
Sahyadri is the regional name for the Western Ghats in Maharashtra.
Which is the highest peak in Maharashtra?
Kalsubai in Ahmednagar district is 1,646 meters tall—called the 'Everest of Maharashtra'.
Which city is known as the ‘City of Gates’?
Aurangabad is historically known for its 52 gates, built during the Mughal era.
Who was the founder of the Prarthana Samaj in Maharashtra?
Prarthana Samaj promoted social reforms like widow remarriage and education for women.
Which Maharashtra-based social reformer was known as "Anna Bhau Sathe"?
Anna Bhau Sathe was a prominent Dalit writer, folk poet, and social reformer from Maharashtra who used literature to raise awareness on caste and labor issues. He wrote in Marathi and helped popularize the Lokshahir (people's poet) tradition.
Which university in Maharashtra is among the oldest in India (established in 1857)?
Established along with Calcutta and Madras universities in 1857.
Which sportsperson from Maharashtra won an Olympic medal in wrestling?
Won bronze in 1952 Helsinki Olympics, first individual Olympic medal for independent India.
Which famous saint from Maharashtra was associated with the Varkari sect?
A key Bhakti saint who contributed to Marathi and Punjabi literature.
Which fort was captured by Shivaji Maharaj in the famous 'Purandar Treaty'?
The treaty was signed with the Mughals in 1665.
Which Maharashtra leader was known as the ‘Lion of Vidarbha’?
He was a prominent leader advocating for Vidarbha statehood.
Which Maharashtra city is a major hub for sugar production?
Western Maharashtra is called the sugar belt due to high production.
Who founded the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in Nagpur?
He founded the RSS in 1925 in Nagpur.
In which year was Bombay renamed as Mumbai?
Renamed by the Shiv Sena-BJP government to reflect Marathi identity.
Which river originates from Mahabaleshwar?
Krishna River originates near Mahabaleshwar in the Western Ghats.
Which movement was started by Vinoba Bhave in 1951?
It aimed at persuading landowners to voluntarily give land to the landless.
Which gas is essential for photosynthesis?
Plants use CO₂ to make food in the presence of sunlight.
Who invented the telephone?
He patented the telephone in 1876.
Which constitutional article allows the President to impose President’s Rule in a state?
It allows the Centre to take control of a state if governance fails.
Which Mughal ruler built the Red Fort in Delhi?
Built in 1648 as the main residence of Mughal emperors.