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General Studies of Maharashtra MCQs | Maharashtra GK Objective
Q. Which Indian state shares a border with Maharashtra to the southeast?
A. Karnataka
B. Madhya Pradesh
C. Telangana
D. Chhattisgarh
Answer: C
It covers an area of 307,713 km2 and is bordered by the states of Madhya Pradesh to the north, Chhattisgarh to the east, Telangana to the southeast, Karnataka to the south and Goa to the southwest.
Q. Consider the following Projects:
- Nagarjunsagar
- Nizamsagar
- Pochampad
Which among the above projects involve all of Maharashtra, Karnataka as well as Andhra Pradesh?
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 1 & 2
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] All 1, 2 & 3
Answer: D
Q. Which among the following is NOT in Maharashtra?
[A] Bhaja Caves
[B] Bagh Caves
[C] Bedsa Caves
[D] Ellora Caves
Answer: B
Q. Which automobile company has signed a MoU with Maharashtra government to promote e-Mobility in the State?
[A] Tata Motors Ltd
[B] Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd
[C] Maruti Suzuki India Ltd
[D] Hero MotoCorp Ltd
Answer: A
Notes:
Tata Motors Ltd. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the State Government of Maharashtra for deployment of 1000 Electric Vehicles (EV) across its range of passenger and commercial vehicles in the State. The company also partnered Tata group company, Tata Power Ltd to set up of EV Charging Stations in the State. The MoU will boost the Maharashtra Electric Vehicle Policy 2018 in accelerating the adoption of Evs in Maharashtra.
Q. Which among the following state parties have the same election symbols?
1.Telugu Desam Party in Andhra Pradesh, Samajwadi party in Uttar Pradesh
2.All India Forward Bloc in West Bengal and Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party in Goa
3.Jharkhand Mukti Morcha in Jharkhand and Shivsena in Maharashtra
Choose the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 1 & 3
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
Answer: D
Q. Which of the following states are involved in the Mahadayi Water Dispute?
1. Goa
2. Maharashtra
3. Karnataka
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1 & 3
[C] 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
Answer: B
Notes:
Goa and Karnataka. The Government of Goa sent a request in July 2002 to the Central Government under Section 3 of the Inter-State River Water Disputes (ISRWD) Act, 1956 for constitution of a Tribunal for adjudication of the water disputes with State of Karnataka relating to Mahadayi River. The Act requires that Central Government shall constitute a tribunal if it is of the opinion that a water dispute cannot be settled by negotiation.
The Ministry of Water Resources (MoWR) made efforts to resolve the dispute. However, a solution acceptable to both the States could not emerge. The Central Government issued a Notification No. S.O. 2786 (E) dated 16th November, 2010 constituting a Tribunal called as “the Mahadayi Water Disputes Tribunal” for the adjudication of water disputes relating to the inter-State river Mahadayi and the river valley thereof, consisting of: (1) Hon’ble Mr. Justice J.M. Panchal, Supreme Court of India as Chairman, (2) Hon’ble Mr. Justice Vinay Mittal, High Court of Madhya Pradesh as Member and (3) Hon’ble Mr. JusticeP.S. Narayana, Former Judge, High Court of Andhra Pradesh as Members. They took over the charge of the post on 1st November, 2011, 1st December, 2010, 16th November, 2010 respectively. [India Year Book 2015]
Q. With reference to the rock formation in India, the Deccan Trap is exposed in which of the following states?
- Maharashtra
- Gujarat
- Uttar Pradesh
- Tamil Nadu
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 1
[C] Only 1, 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
Answer: C
Notes:
In Western and Central India, DVP is exposed mainly in the states of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Gujarat, and Andhra Pradesh and also has its nominal presence in southern parts of Uttar Pradesh and eastern parts of Rajasthan. Based on the area of occurrence, the Deccan Lavas have been further classified into four classes viz. Malwa Trap: occurring in Malwa region of Madhya Pradesh, Mandla Traps: occurring in Mandla region of Madhya Pradesh, Saurashtra Trap: occurring in Saurashtra region of Gujarat and Main Deccan plateau: occurring in States of Maharashtra, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.
Q. Consider the following irrigation projects with their water sharing states:
- Kaleshwaram lift irrigation project – Telangana and Andhra Pradesh
- Ghataprabha River Project – Karnataka and Maharashtra
- Mayurakshi irrigation Project – Jharkhand and West Bengal
Which of the above is/are correctly matched?
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] Only 3
Answer: D
Notes:
- Ghataprabha River Project – Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka
- Kaleshwaram lift irrigation project – Telangana & Maharashtra
Q. With reference to the Satavahana empire, consider the following statements:
- They were the first Native Indians who had issued the coins with portraits of their kings
- Nagarjunkonda in Andhra Pradesh and Amravati in Maharashtra became the important centers of Buddhism during the reign of Satavahanas
Which among the above statements is / are correct?
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: C
Notes:
Satavahanas are considered the flag bearers of Aryanism to Deccan. They were the first Native Indians who had issued the coins with portraits of their kings. All the coins of Satavahanas used Prakrit dialect and also on backside the southern language (Telugu or Kannada). Prakrit seems to be the official language of Satavahanas. The Satavahanas worshipped the Hindu Deities such as Rama, Krishna, Vasudeva etc. but they also patronized the Buddhism.
The Nagarjunkonda in Andhra Pradesh and Amravati in Maharastra became the important centers of Buddhism during the reign of Satavahanas and their successors. Saatavahana Built many Chaitya and Viharas. Most of them were rock cut from the solid rock in North Western Deccan and Maharashtra. The Karle Chaitya of 1st century BC is one of the most important Chaitya. The Viharas of the 1 century AD at Nasik bear the inscription of the Gautami Putra Satkarni and Nahapana.
Q. Consider the following pairs of palaeolithic sites with states where they are located:
- Sohan valley – Punjab
- Belan Valley – Uttar Pradesh
- Koregaon – Maharashtra
Which of the above is/are correct?
[A] 1 & 2 Only
[B] 3 Only
[C] 2 & 3 Only
[D] 1, 2 & 3
Answer: D
Notes:
All of the above given pairs are correct.
- The Soanian valley is in Punjab. It is an archaeological culture of the Lower Paleolithic in the Sivalik Hills of the Indian subcontinent. Contemporary to the Acheulean, it is named after the Soan Valley in Pakistan.
- Belan river is a river in Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is famous for prehistoric sites on its banks. The Belan Valley culture shows an advanced sedentary life characterized by well-defined family units, standard pottery tradition and specialized tool types.
- Koregaon is a census town and headquarters for the surrounding Koregaon Taluka in the Satara subdivision of Satara district in the Indian state of Maharashtra.
Q. With reference to Monazite, consider the following statements:
1. Monazite is India’s most abundantly available Rare Earth mineral
2. Monazite can be processed to extract nuclear fuels thorium and uranium
3. Monazite is found along the coasts of Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra
which among the above is / are correct statements?
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 2
[D] 1, 2 & 3
Answer: C
Q. The Maharashtra government has recently granted reservation to which community under a new category called ‘Socially and Educationally Backward Class (SEBC)’?
[A] Dhangar
[B] Lingayat
[C] Buddhist
[D] Maratha
Answer: D
Notes:
The Maharashtra government has recently cleared reservation to the Maratha community under a new category called ‘Socially and Educationally Backward Class’ (SEBC) in educational institutes & jobs. Hence, the Marathas will get reservation from an independent quota and this will not affect the reservations given to the Other Backward Class (OBC). As per report of State Backward Class Commission, the SEBC category can be extended benefits of reservation under Articles 15(4) and 16(4) of the Constitution, and in view of such extra-ordinary and exceptional condition, the state government is liable to take action.
At present, the total reservation in Maharashtra is 52% — 13% for SCs, 7% for STs, 19% for OBC, 2% for Special Backward Classes (SBCs), 3% for Vimukta Jati, 2.5% for Nomadic Tribe-B, 3.5% for Nomadic Tribe-C (Dhangar) and 2% for Nomadic Tribe-D (Vanjari). The politically dominant Maratha community constitutes over 30% of the state’s population.
Q. Which of the following state governments has legally banned hookah parlours after Gujarat and Maharashtra?
[A] Himachal Pradesh
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Punjab
[D] West Bengal
Answer: C
Notes:
After Maharashtra and Gujarat, Punjab has become the India’s third state to legally ban hookah bars or lounges. The ban was announced through a law after President Ram Nath Kovind gave assent to the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products (Prohibition of Advertisement and Regulation of Trade and Commerce, Production, Supply and Distribution) (Punjab Amendment) Bill, 2018 recently.
The purpose of bringing the law is to check the use of tobacco in various forms and prevent diseases caused by the use of the tobacco products. As per available data, an hour’s average of hookah includes 20-200 puffs, delivering 50 litres of smoke contain, hazardous and carcinogenic chemicals. The smoking of hookah increases health risks includes exposure to toxic chemicals that are not filtered out by the water, and also the risk of infectious disease like tuberculosis resulting from sharing a hookah.
Q. Who is the head of the committee which is constituted by the Maharashtra to review welfare schemes for tribals?
[A] Vivek Pandit
[B] Vasantrao More
[C] A T Nana Patil
[D] Sudhakar Wagh
Answer: A
Notes:
The Maharashtra government has set up a 17-member committee to review various schemes being implemented for the welfare of tribals in the state. The committee will be headed by former MLA and Shramjeevi Sanghatna president Vivek Pandit. The panel will undertake the study of various works done for providing employment opportunities, minimum wages and proper livelihood to tribals.
As per a recent government order, the committee will suggest measures to ensure that children in tribal regions were not deprived of education. The committee will hold its meetings every three months and submit its recommendations to the government.
Q. What is another name of the western ghats in Maharashtra?
[A] Nilgiris
[B] Sahyadris
[C] Cardamon Hills
[D] Annamalai
Answer: B
Notes:
Western Ghats also known as Sahyadri is a mountain range that covers an area of 140,000 km² in a stretch of 1,600 km parallel to the western coast of the Indian peninsula, traverse the States of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Goa, Maharashtra and Gujarat.
Q. Where is the headquarters of Bank of Maharashtra located in India?
[A] Mumbai
[B] Pune
[C] Aurangabad
[D] Thane
Answer: B
Notes:
The Bank of Maharashtra was founded by V. G. Kale and D. K. Sathe and registered as a banking company on 16 September 1935 at Pune.
Q. Consider the following States with respect to their representation to the Lok Sabha:
I. Andhra Pradesh
II. Madhya Pradesh
III. Tamil Nadu
IV. Maharashtra
Which of the following sequences is correct (> means greater than)?
[A] IV > III > II > I
[B] I > II > III > IV
[C] IV > III > II > I
[D] II > I > III > IV
Answer: A [IV > III > II > I]
Notes:
• Andhra Pradesh – 25
• Madhya Pradesh – 29
• Tamil Nadu – 39
• Maharashtra – 48
Q. Match the columns:
| (A) Namdeva | (i) West Bengal |
| (B) Chaitanaya | (ii) Uttar Pradesh |
| (C) Surdas | (iii) Maharashtra |
| (D) Nanak | (iv) Punjab |
[A] A-(iii) B-(i) C-(ii) D-(iv)
[B] A-(ii) B-(iii) C-(iv) D-(i)
[C] A-(iv) B-(ii) C-(i) D-(iii)
[D] A-(i) B-(iv) C-(iii) D-(ii)
Answer: A [A-(iii) B-(i) C-(ii) D-(iv)]
Notes:
Sant Shiromani Namdev Maharaj was an Indian poet and saint from Maharashtra who is significant to the Varkari sect of Hinduism.
Śrī Kṛṣṇa Caitanya Mahaprabhu, was a Bengali Hindu mystic, saint, and the chief proponent of the Achintya Bheda Abheda and Gaudiya Vaishnavism tradition within Hinduism. He also expounded the Vaishnava school of Bhakti yoga, based on Bhagavata Purana and Bhagavad Gita.
Sur Das was born into a Brahmin family in Sihi, Uttar Pradesh probably late 15th century.
Guru Nanak is the founder of Sikhism and the first of the Sikh Gurus. He was born in Punjab.
Q. Which actor has been chosen as goodwill ambassador for Maharashtra polls?
[A] Akshay Kumar
[B] Salman Khan
[C] Priyanka Chopra
[D] Madhuri Dixit
Answer: D
Notes:
Actor Madhuri Dixit has been chosen as goodwill ambassador by the Chief Electoral Office (CEO) in Maharashtra to create awareness among people about the importance of voting. The State Assembly polls are scheduled for October 21 and results will be declared on October 24. She will be seen in a video titled ‘Let’s Vote” speaking about the democratic process and role of voters in the development of the country.
Q. Inamgaon Chalcolithic site of Maharashtra has shown evidence of which of the following?
[A] Horse burials
[B] Rampart along with a ditch
[C] irrigation canal and an embankment
[D] Megalith
Answer: C
Notes:
Inamgaon is a Chalcolithic site of Maharashtra has shown evidence of an irrigation canal and an embankment.
Q. NGO in Maharashtra is aiding the government in its fight against anaemia in children. In this context, consider the following statements:
- Deficiency of copper causes anaemia.
- Anaemia Mukt Bharat program also focuses on non-nutritional causes of anaemia.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
Answer: D
Notes:
Statement 1 is correct:
Anaemia is a characterised by insufficient blood cells or insufficient oxygen carrying capacity of the blood cell. There are many nutritional and non-nutritional causes of anaemia. Iron deficiency is a major cause. Apart from this, copper deficiency can also lead to anaemia as insufficient copper affects the body’s ability to incorporate iron into the system.
Statement 2 is correct:
The Anaemia Mukt Bharat program seeks to reduce the prevalence of anaemia by 3% every year between 2018 and 2022. Identifying and tackling non-nutritional causes of anaemia is one of the 6 strategic interventions adopted by the program. It will create awareness about the effect of malaria and hemoglobinopathies.
Q. President’s rule is in action in the state of Maharashtra. Which article of the constitution has the provision of President’s rule?
[A] Article 355
[B] Article 360
[C] Article 356
[D] Article 352
Answer: C [Article 356]
Notes:
Due to a stalemate over government formation after assembly polls in the state of Maharashtra, President’s rule was imposed. The rule was imposed according to Article 356(1)
President’s rule has been imposed in the state for the third time in its history since its formation in 1960.
Article 356(1): If the President receives a report from the governor of the state and is satisfied that a situation has arisen where the State Government cannot preside its duties according to the provisions of the constitution, he may by Proclamation
1. Assume to himself the functions of the State Government
2. May vest certain powers on the Governor or other body or authority other than the State Legislature
3. Declare that the powers of the State Legislature is exercisable under the authority of the Parliament
Q. What is the chronological number of Uddhav Thackeray as the CM of Maharashtra?
[A] 14
[B] 18
[C] 12
[D] 17
Answer: B [18]
Notes:
Shiv Sena leader Uddhav Thackeray took oath as Maharashtra’s new Chief Minister on November 28 in front of a packed Shivaji Park, the iconic grounds where his father late Bal Thackeray was cremated. He is the 18th chief minister of Maharashtra. Mr. Thackeray was sworn in by Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari along with six Cabinet ministers — two each from the Sena, Congress and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP).
Q. With reference to the Mephedrone seized by the Anti-terrorism squad of Maharashtra, consider the following statements:
- Mephedrone is listed under Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act.
- Unlike Cocaine, Mephedrone is produced in India.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
Answer: D [Both 1 and 2 are correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is correct:
Mephedrone is also known as M-CAT and has been emerging as the latest drug for abuse, especially in cities like Mumbai. The drug is listed under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985. This implies that the drug’s use, manufacture, sale etc. is prohibited in India.
Statement 2 is correct:
Mephedrone is used by drug addicts as a cheaper alternative to cocaine. This is because, it is produced in the country itself while most of the cocaine is smuggled. The drug’s abuse is rampant among students and models because of its ability to keep the user awake for about 12 hours and also induce weight loss.
Q. With reference to the water level in the Narmada River crossing the danger mark due to release from the Sardar Sarovar Dam, consider the following statements:
- Madhya Pradesh gets the largest share of water from the river.
- The dam is on the Gujarat-Maharashtra border.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
Answer: A
Notes:
Statement 1 is correct:
Madhya Pradesh is one of the states through which it flows, the others being Maharashtra and Gujarat. The longest portion of the river lies in Madhya Pradesh. The river originates in MP’s Amarkantak Plateau. Over 30 dams have been planned on this river.
Statement 2 is incorrect:
The Sardar Sarovar Project is located on the border between Gujarat and MP. This gravity dam is 2nd largest in terms of volume of concrete used and 3rd highest concrete dam in the country. The project has a capacity of 1450MW, of which 57% is used by MP.
Q. In reference to India’s Biofuel policy, which among the following statements are correct?
- The national policy on biofuels 2018 classifies the biofuels into basic biofuels and advanced biofuels.
- The national policy on biofuels seeks to increase the percentage of ethanol in diesel from 2% at present to 20% in 2030.
- The first ethanol refinery in Maharashtra will use sugarcane as raw materials for ethanol production.
- The ethanol refinery will be set up by BPCL.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 4
[B] Only 1, 2 & 3
[C] Only 3
[D] Only 2 & 4
Answer: A