States PCS: Himachal Pradesh GK for HPPSC Exams
For all Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) exams including HPAS, Allied Services, Lecturer, and other competitive posts in Himachal Pradesh.
31. Mian Chu-Chu and Vaid Surat Singh were the leaders of a revolt that took place in ______?
[A] Sirmaur
[B] Bilaspur
[C] Dhami
[D] Mandi
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Correct Answer: A [ Sirmaur ]
Notes:
Mian Chu-Chu and Vaid Surat Singh were the leaders of Pajhota movement that took place in Sirmaur in 1942
32. Who introduced Buddhism in Himachal Pradesh’s Lahaul-Spiti district?
[A] Padmabhushan
[B] Padmasambhava
[C] Padmanand
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Padmasambhava]
Notes:
Padmasambhava, a Buddhist missionary, introduced Buddhism to Lahaul-Spiti in the 8th century. He is credited with spreading Vajrayana Buddhism in the Himalayan regions, including parts of Himachal Pradesh. His visit significantly influenced the religious practices of the Lahaul-Spiti district.
33. Who was the founder of Jaswan state of Himachal Pradesh?
[A] Purab Chand
[B] Bidhi Chand
[C] Raj Rup
[D] Sansar Chand
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Correct Answer: A [ Purab Chand ]
Notes:
Purab Chand was the founder of Jaswan state of Himachal Pradesh
34. At which of the following places Rabindra Nath Tagore spent few months in Himachal Pradesh?
[A] Rampur
[B] Una
[C] Nalagarh
[D] Dalhousie
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Correct Answer: D [ Dalhousie ]
Notes:
Rabindra Nath Tagore had spent few months in Dalhousie in Himachal Pradesh
35. Kala Top Wild life sanctuary is located in which place?
[A] Mandi
[B] Lahaul
[C] Una
[D] Chamba
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Correct Answer: D [ Chamba ]
Notes:
Kala Top Wild life sanctuary is located in Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh
36. Pin Valley National Park is located in which district of Himachal Pradesh?
[A] Lahaul Spiti
[B] Chamba
[C] Mandi
[D] Kangra
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Correct Answer: A [ Lahaul Spiti ]
Notes:
Pin Valley National Park containing many rare animals such as Snow Leopard is located in Lahaul Spiti district.
37. Which ancient tribe is considered the earliest known inhabitant of present-day Himachal Pradesh?
[A] Dasa
[B] Kirat
[C] Khasa
[D] Arya
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Correct Answer: A [Dasa]
Notes:
The Dasas or Dasyus, referenced in the Rigveda, were among the earliest native tribes to inhabit the region now known as Himachal Pradesh, predating Indo-Aryan settlements.
38. Which city served as the capital of the ancient Trigarta kingdom, situated partly in present-day Himachal Pradesh?
[A] Kangra
[B] Shimla
[C] Mandi
[D] Jalandhar
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Correct Answer: D [Jalandhar]
Notes:
Trigarta’s capital was Jalandhar, a region now in Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, as mentioned in ancient texts like the Mahabharata.
39. Who was the Rajput ruler who established the princely state of Chamba in the 6th century CE?
[A] Raja Maru
[B] Raja Sahil Varman
[C] Raja Ajai Pal
[D] Raja Shyam Singh
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Correct Answer: A [Raja Maru]
Notes:
Raja Maru founded Chamba in the 6th century CE, making it one of Himachal Pradesh’s oldest princely states.
40. Which Himachal Pradesh ruler provided refuge to Guru Gobind Singh during the 17th century?
[A] Raja Bhuri Singh of Chamba
[B] Raja Kesar Singh of Kangra
[C] Raja Ram Singh of Bilaspur
[D] Raja Medni Prakash of Sirmour
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Correct Answer: D [Raja Medni Prakash of Sirmour]
Notes:
Raja Medni Prakash of Sirmour sheltered Guru Gobind Singh at Paonta Sahib, aiding him during his conflicts with the Mughal Empire.
