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2105+ MCQ Questions in english हिन्दी
The "Purandar Treaty" was signed between Shivaji Maharaj and:
The 'Hutatma Chowk' in Mumbai commemorates:
It honors martyrs who died demanding a separate Maharashtra.
What is the full form of CIDCO?
CIDCO developed Navi Mumbai and other urban areas in Maharashtra.
Who built the Gateway of India?
Maharashtra shares its border with how many Indian states?
It borders Gujarat, MP, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Karnataka, Goa, and Andhra Pradesh.
"Tamasha" is a traditional folk art of: Gujarat B) Maharashtra C) Rajasthan D) Bihar
Tamasha combines music, dance, and drama, often performed in rural areas.
The Kaas Plateau in Maharashtra is a:
Also called the "Valley of Flowers of Maharashtra", it's a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site.
The Pandharpur pilgrimage is in honor of:
Warkaris walk hundreds of kilometers to Pandharpur for Ashadhi Ekadashi.
What is the primary mineral resource of Chandrapur?
Chandrapur is called the “Black Gold City” of Maharashtra.
. Which famous lake is located in Aurangabad?
Named after the ornithologist, it’s a biodiversity spot in Aurangabad.
What is the traditional Maharashtrian women's dress?
It is a 9-yard saree worn like a dhoti.
The Bhimashankar Temple is one of the: Char Dham B) C) Jyotirlingas D) Shakti Peethas
Bhimashankar is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.
Which place in Maharashtra is known for wind energy generation? Lonavala B) Satara C) D) Nagpur
Satara district has major wind farms, especially near Chalkewadi.
Which saint is associated with the Warkari movement? Namdev B) Eknath C) Tukaram D) All of the above
All contributed greatly to Bhakti and the Warkari tradition.
What is the main crop Wheat B) Cotton C) Sugarcane D) Riceof Vidarbha region?
Cotton is widely cultivated in the black soil of Vidarbha.
Which dam is the largest in Maharashtra by storage?
Located on the Godavari River, it’s the largest by capacity.
Which fort is known as the "Gibraltar of the East"?
This sea fort was never conquered, hence called the "Gibraltar of the East".
In which year was the BMC (Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation) established?
BMC, the richest municipal corporation in India, was established in 1888.
Who was the only Maratha ruler to attack and capture Delhi?
Mahadji Shinde (Scindia) captured Delhi in the late 18th century and reasserted Maratha power.
The textile city of Ichalkaranji is located in which district?
Ichalkaranji is a major hub of the powerloom textile industry in Kolhapur district.
The Sahyadri Tiger Reserve includes which of the following wildlife sanctuaries?
The Sahyadri Tiger Reserve is formed by combining Koyna and Chandoli sanctuaries in the Western Ghats.
The Paithani saree is traditionally woven in which district?
Paithani sarees, known for their rich silk and zari work, originate from Paithan in Aurangabad district.
Where is the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) headquarters in Maharashtra?
The central IMD research and training headquarters is located in Pune.
Which dam is also called the "Niagara Falls of India" during the monsoon?
During the monsoon, water overflowing from Wilson Dam forms the beautiful Umbrella Falls, resembling a mini Niagara.
The first Marathi newspaper ‘Darpan’ was started by whom?
Darpan, the first Marathi newspaper, was launched in 1832 by Balshastri Jambhekar.
. When was the Bombay High Court established?
The Bombay High Court was established under the Indian High Courts Act of 1861 and started functioning in 1862.
What is the name of the proposed mega refinery project in Maharashtra (as of 2024)?
RRPCL is a proposed joint venture between Indian PSUs and foreign partners.
Which ancient trade center in Maharashtra was mentioned by the Greek geographer Ptolemy?
Paithan (Pratishthana) was a significant center of trade and culture, mentioned by Ptolemy.