States PCS: Goa GK Questions for Goa Public Service Commission Exams
For all Goa Public Service Commission (Goa PSC) exams including Junior Scale Officer, Medical Officer, Assistant Professor, and other administrative services.
11. Which traditional Goan festival is deeply rooted in pre-Portuguese, ancient tribal and Hindu customs?
[A] Feast of St. Francis Xavier
[B] Bonderam
[C] Carnival
[D] Shigmo
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Correct Answer: D [Shigmo]
Notes:
Shigmo is Goa’s ancient spring festival with tribal and Hindu origins, predating Portuguese rule and reflecting agrarian traditions.
12. Which ancient cave complex in Goa is known for its early religious activity and Buddhist influence?
[A] Lama Caves
[B] Rivona Caves
[C] Khandepur Caves
[D] Arvalem Caves
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Correct Answer: D [Arvalem Caves]
Notes:
Arvalem Caves, dating to the 6th century, are among Goa’s earliest rock-cut sanctuaries and display Buddhist influence.
13. Which prominent Indian emperor’s southern expansion likely brought his influence to Goa?
[A] Samudragupta
[B] Ashoka
[C] Harsha
[D] Krishnadevaraya
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Correct Answer: C [Harsha]
Notes:
Harsha’s empire extended into the Deccan; inscriptions and texts indicate indirect contact or cultural impact on Goa.
14. Which ancient land grant system was prevalent in Goa during the rule of the Kadamba dynasty?
[A] Jagir
[B] Inam
[C] Agrahara
[D] Watan
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Correct Answer: C [Agrahara]
Notes:
The agrahara system, involving land grants to Brahmins for settlement and religious practices, was common in Goa under the Kadambas.
