Maharashtra had a literacy rate of 82.3% as per the 2011 Census, higher than the national average.

Bhimthadi horses are strong and native to Western Maharashtra, especially Solapur and Ahmednagar districts.

Meera Borwankar was the first woman IPS officer from Maharashtra and served in various key positions.

: Warkaris are pilgrims who worship Lord Vitthal of Pandharpur and participate in the annual Dindi Yatra.

Dhoti and Kurta with a turban are commonly worn by men during cultural festivals in rural Maharashtra.

Kalsubai, located in the Western Ghats, is the tallest peak in Maharashtra at 1646 meters.

Explanation: Wilson Dam, also called Bhandardara Dam, is built on the Pravara River in Ahmednagar district.

Pune is known as the "Detroit of India" due to the presence of major automobile companies.

Lokmanya Tilak started 'Kesari' to raise awareness among Indians during British rule.

Kolhapur’s Dussehra festival is known for traditional processions and royal customs.

Mallakhamb is a traditional gymnastic sport practiced on a wooden pole or rope and is Maharashtra’s official sport.

Shahu Maharaj of Kolhapur promoted education and reservation for backward castes.

He received the Jnanpith in 1974 for his novel “Yayati.”

After a succession conflict, Tarabai played a key role in forming the Kolhapur line of Marathas.

Alamgirpur, located in Meerut district, is the easternmost site of the Indus Valley Civilization. Excavations have revealed pottery and other artifacts linking it to the Harappan culture. This indicates the civilization's extensive reach into present-day Uttar Pradesh

Shivaji created the Ashta Pradhan, a council of eight ministers, for effective administration.

This treaty allowed the British to station troops in Maratha territory, reducing Peshwa's sovereignty.

These taxes were levied by Shivaji Maharaj on conquered territories to fund his administration and military.

Sarojini Babar was an influential politician and writer from Maharashtra and represented women’s voice in politics.

Punjab Horticulture Department was established in 1979 - 80. It is presently located in Muktsar Sahib. This department developed Aloo-Bukhara Amritsari, which is a new variety of plum that is more sweet than sour, has high nutritive content and is free from stone.

Gram is a rabi crop. It is sown during September-November and harvested in February. It is commonly known as chick pea or Bengal gram. Largest production of gram is in Moga.

Ranjit Sagar Dam is named after Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the renowned ruler of Punjab. This dam is located in a gorge section near village Thein of Jammu and Kashmir and as such it is known as Thein Dam

The Early Stone Age sites are found in the valley of river Soan or Sohan in Punjab (now in Pakistan).

The maximum production of rice is in Kapurthala, Fatehgarh Sahib, Amritsar, Ludhiana, Patiala, Firozpur, Sangrur and Barnala district. Punjab has given the title of Rice Bowl of India.

Dry Deciduoud Scrub forests are mostly found in Kandi tract with predominant species like khair. Indian rosewood, silk cotton tree, amla, Indian ash tree, Indian mahogany, amaltas, etc.

West Bengal lies to the east of Bihar and affects its climate and monsoon patterns. Moist air from the Bay of Bengal brings rainfall. This influences agriculture and biodiversity.

Munger in Bihar has become a hub for Aloe Vera cultivation. This plant is used in cosmetics and herbal medicine. It grows well in dry, semi-arid climates.

Bihar experiences hot summers with temperatures often soaring up to 45°C. Heatwaves are common and affect public health. Proper hydration and shade become essential during this time.