States PCS: Himachal Pradesh GK for HPPSC Exams
Himachal Pradesh GK & Current Affairs for HPPSC Examinations. Himachal Pradesh General Studies – Himachal Pradesh History, Geography, Polity, Culture and Economy Multiple Choice Questions for all Himachal Pradesh Examinations.
1. Which state to have India’s first privately-run railway station?
[A] Tripura
[B] Odisha
[C] Kerala
[D] Madhya Pradesh
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Correct Answer: D [Madhya Pradesh]
Notes:
The Union Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu has stated that the Habibganj station in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh has been handed over to a private firm to be operated by it. With this, Habibganj station has become the India’s first privately-run railway station. The station building will be developed in line with airport terminals. Though, the trains at the station will still be run by the Railways.
2. Pilgrims to which of the following Hindu lakes used to consider “eaten by crocodiles” as sacred until the British caught the crocodiles and shifted them to nearby reservoir?
[A] Nakki Lake
[B] Pushkar Lake
[C] Suraj Tal
[D] Manimahesh Lake
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Correct Answer: B [Pushkar Lake]
Notes:
Pushkar Lake is located in the state of Rajasthan. It is considered as a sacred lake of the Hindus. Pilgrims of Pushkar Lake used to believe that “eaten by crocodiles” is sacred until the British caught the crocodiles and shifted them to nearby reservoir.
3. In the cultivation of which among the following horticultural crops “Udyan Pandit Award” is given?
[A] Mango
[B] Orange
[C] Apple
[D] Grapes
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Correct Answer: C [Apple]
Notes:
The “Udyan Pandit Award” is given for excellence in the cultivation of apples. This award recognizes outstanding contributions to horticulture, particularly in apple production, which is important in regions like Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir in India. Apples are one of the most widely cultivated fruits globally, with over 7,500 varieties.
4. What was the ancient name of Baijnath?
[A] Mahasu
[B] Nahan
[C] Lokgram
[D] Kirigram
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Correct Answer: D [ Kirigram ]
Notes:
Kirigram was the ancient name of Baijnath in Himachal pradesh.
5. The group of eighty four temples (Chaurasi temples) is located at which place in Himachal Pradesh?
[A] Pangi
[B] Dharamshala
[C] Bharmour
[D] Bakloh
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Correct Answer: C [ Bharmour ]
Notes:
Chaurasi temples or Group of eighty four temples, an important hindu pilgrimage destination, is located in Bharmour in Himachal Pradesh
6. Who was chosen as the president of the provisional government of Himachal Pradesh formed in 1948?
[A] Kanshi Ram
[B] Y S Parmar
[C] Sadanand Chandel
[D] Krishnanand
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Correct Answer: C [ Sadanand Chandel ]
Notes:
Sadanand Chandel was the president of the provisional government of Himachal Pradesh that was formed in 1948
7. Who amongst the following was the founder of Guler state?
[A] Rai Chand
[B] Amir Chand
[C] Vinay Chand
[D] Hari Chand
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Correct Answer: D [ Hari Chand ]
Notes:
Hari Chand was the founder of the Guler state in Himachal Pradesh.
8. Which ruler helped Jahangir invade the Kangra Fort in 1620 AD?
[A] Raja Raj Rup
[B] Raja Chattar Singh
[C] Raja Megh Singh
[D] Raja Jagat Singh
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Correct Answer: D [ Raja Jagat Singh ]
Notes:
Raja Jagat Singh of Nurpur helped Jahangir invade the Kangra Fort in 1620 A.D.
9. Which ruler of the hill state disobeyed Aurangzeb’s ordinance?
[A] Raja Chattar Singh
[B] Raja Karam Prakash
[C] Raja Ved Chand
[D] Raja Raj rup
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Correct Answer: A [ Raja Chattar Singh ]
Notes:
Raja Chattar Singh of Chamba disobeyed Aurangzeb’s ordinance.
10. Which district of Himachal Pradesh has the highest literacy rate according to Census 2011?
[A] Una
[B] Bilaspur
[C] Shimla
[D] Hamirpur
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Correct Answer: D [ Hamirpur ]
Notes:
Hamirpur district [literacy rate – 88.20%] has the highest literacy rate in Himachal Pradesh according to Census 2011
