Maharashtra General Knowledge with Multiple Choice Objective Questions for Maharashtra PSC (MPSC) Examinations of 2021-22. Objective Maharashtra GK Questions on Maharashtra History, Culture, MPSC Geography, MPSC Economy and Polity.
1. Which among the following was the theme of the Global Aviation Summit 2019?
[A] Fly High with Modern Technology
[B] Global Aviation Serving the Universe
[C] Flying for all-especially the next 6 Billion
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Flying for all-especially the next 6 Billion]
Notes:
Global Aviation Summit 2019 was organized in Mumbai, Maharashtra which was inaugurated by the Union Minister for Commerce & Industry and Civil Aviation, Shri Suresh Prabhu. The theme of the event was “Flying for all-especially the next 6 Billion”.
2. The 10th edition of Rubber expo was held in which of the following places in India?
[A] Nashik
[B] Mumbai
[C] Amravati
[D] Nagpur
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Correct Answer: B [Mumbai]
Notes:
The 10th edition of Rubber expo was held in the city of Mumbai. It is considered the largest Rubber expo in Asia. Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Shri Suresh Prabhu announced a National Rubber Policy would be introduced very soon.
3. The second defence innovation hub after Coimbatore was planned to be set up in which of the following places?
[A] Bokaro
[B] Nashik
[C] Mumbai
[D] Salem
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Correct Answer: B [Nashik]
Notes:
The second defence innovation hub after Coimbatore was planned to be set up in Nashik, Maharashtra. It was declared by the Union Minister of State for Defence. This initiative will help India to achieve the aim of becoming one of the top five arms exporters by 2025.
4. Who among the following was the winner of Maharashtra Open – 2019?
[A] Kevin Anderson
[B] Ivo Karlovic
[C] Wayne Ferreira
[D] Nick Kyrgios
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Correct Answer: A [Kevin Anderson]
Notes:
The winner of Maharashtra Open – 2019 was South African professional tennis player Kevin Anderson. The Maharashtra Open is also known as Tata Open Maharashtra. Maharashtra Open – 2019 was the 24th edition which was held in Pune.
5. As per the Shramev Jayate Yojana of the government of Maharashtra, what amount of pension will be provided to the construction workers?
[A] Rs. 1500
[B] Rs. 2500
[C] Rs. 3000
[D] Rs. 4200
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Correct Answer: C [Rs. 3000]
Notes:
As per the Shramev Jayate Yojana of the government of Maharashtra, Rs. 3,000 will be provided to the construction workers above the age of 60 years. The wife of the deceased worker will also receive the pension.
6. Maharashtra government organized the third National Workshop on Preparedness, Mitigation and Management of Heat Wave in which of the following places?
[A] Mumbai
[B] Pune
[C] Nashik
[D] Nagpur
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Correct Answer: D [Nagpur]
Notes:
Maharashtra government organized the National Workshop on Preparedness, Mitigation and Management of Heat Wave in Nagpur. The National Disaster Management Authority was the associate of the Maharashtra government to organize this event. The theme of the event was “Early Warning, Early Action from Heat Wave Management to Risk Reduction”.
7. As per the report published by Knight Frank, what is the rank of Mumbai in the list of the most costly prime residential markets in the world?
[A] 5th
[B] 9th
[C] 11th
[D] 16th
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Correct Answer: D [16th]
Notes:
As per the report published by Knight Frank, Mumbai ranked 16th in the list of the most costly prime residential markets in the world. Delhi and Bengaluru ranked 55th and 56th respectively. Manila topped in the list.
8. AFINDEX-19, the joint field training exercise of India–Africa was held in which of the following places?
[A] Kanpur
[B] Kochi
[C] Pune
[D] Surat
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Correct Answer: C [Pune]
Notes:
AFINDEX-19, the joint field training exercise of India–Africa was held in Pune, Maharashtra. The Maratha Light Infantry represented the Indian Army at the event.
9. SWIFT India and South Asia Regional Conference 2019 was held in which of the following places?
[A] Mumbai
[B] Bangaluru
[C] Kolkata
[D] Nagpur
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Correct Answer: A [Mumbai]
Notes:
SWIFT India and South Asia Regional Conference 2019 was held in Mumbai. Delegates shared their thoughts on trade finance digitization, vulnerability to cyber-attacks, and risk management.
10. The first printing press heritage gallery of Western Railways was opened in which of the following places?
[A] Nashik
[B] Mumbai
[C] Pune
[D] Aurangabad
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Correct Answer: B [Mumbai]
Notes:
The first printing press heritage gallery of Western Railways was opened in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The name of the heritage gallery is Western Railway Mahalaxmi General Stores Depot.
