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Himachal Pradesh GK – 15 MCQs

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Q16
16. What is the state animal of Himachal Pradesh?
  • A. Snow Leopard
  • B. Musk Deer
  • C. Yak
  • D. Himalayan Tahr

Correct Answer: A. Snow Leopard

Explanation: The Snow Leopard is the official state animal of Himachal Pradesh, symbolising its high-altitude wildlife.

Q17
17. What is the state bird of Himachal Pradesh?
  • A. Himalayan Monal
  • B. Western Tragopan
  • C. Cheer Pheasant
  • D. Koklass Pheasant

Correct Answer: B. Western Tragopan

Explanation: Western Tragopan, a rare pheasant species found in the Himalayas, is the state bird of Himachal Pradesh.

Q18
18. What is the state tree of Himachal Pradesh?
  • A. Pine (Chir)
  • B. Oak (Banj)
  • C. Deodar (Cedrus deodara)
  • D. Maple

Correct Answer: C. Deodar (Cedrus deodara)

Explanation: Deodar, a tall Himalayan cedar, is the state tree and is widely found in the mid-Himalayan region of Himachal.

Q19
19. Which district of Himachal Pradesh has the highest population?
  • A. Kangra
  • B. Mandi
  • C. Shimla
  • D. Solan

Correct Answer: A. Kangra

Explanation: Kangra is the most populous district of Himachal Pradesh, with many towns and a dense rural population.

Q20
20. The Beas River originates from which place in Himachal Pradesh?
  • A. Chandertal
  • B. Kalpa
  • C. Beas Kund near Rohtang Pass
  • D. Renuka Lake

Correct Answer: C. Beas Kund near Rohtang Pass

Explanation: The Beas River originates from Beas Kund, a glacial lake located near Rohtang Pass above Manali.

Q21
21. Himachal Day is celebrated every year on which date?
  • A. 26 January
  • B. 15 April
  • C. 1 November
  • D. 25 January

Correct Answer: B. 15 April

Explanation: Himachal Day on 15 April marks the day in 1948 when Himachal Pradesh came into existence as a province.

Q22
22. Which town of Himachal Pradesh is famous for its International Dussehra Festival?
  • A. Mandi
  • B. Chamba
  • C. Kullu
  • D. Palampur

Correct Answer: C. Kullu

Explanation: Kullu is world-famous for its International Dussehra Festival, where many local deities are taken out in procession.

Q23
23. Gobind Sagar Lake in Himachal Pradesh is associated with which dam?
  • A. Bhakra Dam
  • B. Pandoh Dam
  • C. Nathpa Jhakri Dam
  • D. Pong Dam

Correct Answer: A. Bhakra Dam

Explanation: Gobind Sagar is the large reservoir created by the Bhakra Dam on the Sutlej River, mainly in Bilaspur district.

Q24
24. Key (Ki) Monastery, a famous Buddhist monastery, is located in which valley?
  • A. Kullu Valley
  • B. Kangra Valley
  • C. Parvati Valley
  • D. Spiti Valley

Correct Answer: D. Spiti Valley

Explanation: Key Monastery is a historic Tibetan Buddhist monastery perched above the Spiti River in Spiti Valley.

Q25
25. The Gaggal Airport, also known as Kangra Airport, serves which major town?
  • A. Mandi
  • B. Dharamshala
  • C. Solan
  • D. Kullu

Correct Answer: B. Dharamshala

Explanation: Gaggal Airport in Kangra district mainly serves Dharamshala and nearby areas of the Kangra Valley.

Q26
26. Which district of Himachal Pradesh shares its border with both Tibet (China) and Uttarakhand?
  • A. Chamba
  • B. Lahaul-Spiti
  • C. Kinnaur
  • D. Sirmaur

Correct Answer: C. Kinnaur

Explanation: Kinnaur district touches the Tibet (China) border to the east and shares its southern boundary with Uttarakhand.

Q27
27. Bhuri Singh Museum, known for its Pahari paintings, is located in which town?
  • A. Chamba
  • B. Shimla
  • C. Solan
  • D. Una

Correct Answer: A. Chamba

Explanation: Bhuri Singh Museum in Chamba houses a rich collection of Pahari miniature paintings and local artefacts.

Q28
28. Maharana Pratap Sagar (Pong Dam Lake) is formed on which river?
  • A. Sutlej
  • B. Ravi
  • C. Chenab
  • D. Beas

Correct Answer: D. Beas

Explanation: Pong Dam, creating Maharana Pratap Sagar reservoir in Kangra district, is built on the Beas River.

Q29
29. Which valley of Himachal Pradesh is popularly known as the “Valley of Gods”?
  • A. Kullu Valley
  • B. Spiti Valley
  • C. Pangi Valley
  • D. Kangra Valley

Correct Answer: A. Kullu Valley

Explanation: Kullu Valley is called the “Valley of Gods” because of its numerous temples and strong local deity culture.

Q30
30. The Indian Institute of Advanced Study (IIAS) is located in which city of Himachal Pradesh?
  • A. Dharamshala
  • B. Shimla
  • C. Solan
  • D. Hamirpur

Correct Answer: B. Shimla

Explanation: The Indian Institute of Advanced Study is housed in the historic Viceregal Lodge building in Shimla.

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