Atal Aahar Yojna provides subsidized meals to construction workers.

The Godavari is the second-longest river in India and originates in Maharashtra.

This station, formerly known as Victoria Terminus, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The Indian giant squirrel (Shekru) is the state animal.

The Battle of Pratapgad in 1659 was a turning point in Maratha history.

Pune is known as the 'Oxford of the East' due to its many educational institutions.

Maharashtra has three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus.

The Great Bath was found at Mohenjo-daro, an Indus Valley site

Maharashtra covers an area of about 307,713 square kilometers.

P. K. Sawant served as CM for only nine days in 1963.

On 1 May 1960, Maharashtra was formed for Marathi-speaking people by the Bombay

Varanasi is one of the oldest living cities in the world and was historically called Banaras. It remains a spiritual and cultural hub in Uttar Pradesh.

Kanpur developed as a major military base under British rule. General Wheeler played a prominent role in its establishment, especially before the 1857 revolt.

Ayodhya served as the capital of the ancient Kosala kingdom. It holds great religious and historical significance, especially in the Ramayana.

Ram Prasad Bismil hailed from Shahjahanpur in U.P. and played a key role in the Kakori train robbery. He was a prominent figure in the Hindustan Republican Association.

The Chandela dynasty built the Khajuraho temples during the 10th–12th centuries. Though now in Madhya Pradesh, Khajuraho was historically connected to regions near Bundelkhand in U.P.

The Gateway of India was built by the British in 1924 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary.

The Global Vipassana Pagoda, near Gorai in Mumbai, is a Buddhist meditation hall and a symbol of peace.

The Battle of Pavankhind was where Baji Prabhu Deshpande bravely delayed the enemy, allowing Shivaji to escape.

The Jarul flower, also called Queen’s Crape Myrtle, is Maharashtra’s state flower and blooms beautifully in summer.

Kalsubai Peak (1,646 meters) is located in Ahmednagar district and is part of the Sahyadri range. It is popular among trekkers and nature lovers.

Emperor Ashoka expanded the Mauryan Empire across the Indian subcontinent, including Uttar Pradesh. His edicts have been found in the region, reflecting his rule and promotion of Buddhism.

Uttar Pradesh was formed on 26 January 1950, replacing the United Provinces. It was renamed as part of India's transition into a republic. This marked a new administrative beginning for the region.

The Kakori Conspiracy of 1925 involved revolutionaries looting a British train carrying treasury funds. It occurred near Kakori, a town near Lucknow. It was a bold act against British rule.

Wajid Ali Shah was the last Nawab of Awadh before the British annexed it in 1856. His removal was one of the causes of the 1857 uprising. He was later exiled to Calcutta

BHU was founded in 1916 in Varanasi by Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya. The university aimed to blend traditional Hindu education with modern learning. It is one of India's premier universities today.

The Allahabad Fort was constructed by Akbar in 1583 at the confluence of the Ganga and Yamuna rivers. It was strategically important and featured impressive architecture. It stands as a Mughal-era monument in modern Prayagraj.

Rani Lakshmibai, the Queen of Jhansi, is a symbol of resistance in Indian history. She fought valiantly against British forces during the 1857 rebellion. Jhansi, now in Uttar Pradesh, was her stronghold.