Q. Who was the first Chief Minister of Maharashtra?
Answer: Yashwantrao Chavan
Notes: Yashwantrao Chavan became Maharashtra's first Chief Minister on 1 May 1960 after state formation. He was previously the last Chief Minister of Bombay State. His initial term lasted until 1962, followed by a second term after elections. Chavan is a prominent figure in Maharashtra’s post-independence politics.