States PCS: Maharashtra GK Questions for MPSC Examinations
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.
11. What is the correct sequence in order of size of the following States in India (from largest to smallest)?
- Uttar Pradesh
- Madhya Pradesh
- Maharashtra
- Andhra Pradesh
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
[A] 2, 3, 1, 4
[B] 1, 2, 3, 4
[C] 3, 2, 1, 4
[D] 2, 3, 4, 1
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Correct Answer: A [2, 3, 1, 4]
Notes:
Here are the top 10 largest Indian states in 2019 according to their areas.
• Rajasthan.
• Madhya Pradesh.
• Maharashtra.
• Uttar Pradesh.
• Jammu & Kashmir.
• Gujarat.
• Karnataka.
• Andhra Pradesh.
12. Consider the following States:
I. Gujarat
II. Karnataka
III. Maharashtra
IV. Tamil Nadu.
The descending order of these States with reference to their level of Per Capita Net State Domestic Product is
[A] I, III, IV, II
[B] III, IV, I, II
[C] I, III, II, IV
[D] III, I, IV, II
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Correct Answer: B [III, IV, I, II]
Notes:
According to 2011-12 data the correct order is- Maharashtra (101314 INR), Tamil Nadu 84496 (INR), Gujarat (75115 INR), Karnataka (68374 INR).
13. What is the chronological number of Uddhav Thackeray as the CM of Maharashtra?
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Correct 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).
14. 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
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Correct Answer: D [Both 1 and 2 are correct]
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.
15. Maharashtra government is in talks to install a 140 crore INR worth disaster management tool with the help of US Trade and Development Agency. In that context, consider the following statements:
- The tool will provide vulnerability assessment in addition to management assistance.
- The tool has data reliability assessment component.
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
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Correct Answer: D [Both 1 and 2 are correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is correct:
The tool is to provide disaster management and vulnerability assessment framework. It will provide a disaster vulnerability index which measures the exposure of the population to floods and other hazards. This will be provided via an integrated technology platform.
Statement 2 is correct:
The tool from USTDA will enable reliability assessment of disaster data. This is to address data quality issues for which the government has been criticised. The tool will serve as real-time decision support component with the use of short and medium term flood forecasts. Similar tools have been implemented in Brazil and Thailand.
16. In context with the NCRB releasing the report on accidental deaths and suicides in India, consider the following statements:
- The highest number of farmer suicide is in Maharashtra.
- Suicide among male farmers is higher than among female farmers.
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
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Correct Answer: D [Both 1 and 2 are correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is correct:
The NCRB/ National Crime Records Bureau released the 2016 data on accidental deaths and suicide in November. It reported that Maharashtra accounts for 40% of all farmer suicide in India. Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh are other states with high farmer suicide numbers.
Statement 2 is correct:
The NCRB reported that the incidence of male farmer suicide is greater than female farmer suicide. The NCRB reports that between 1995 and 2016, the number of farmer suicide stands at 3,33,407. However, the farmer suicides have been reducing in the recent times.
17. The 7
th India Skills report was recently released. In this context, consider the following statements:
- Delhi was ranked at the top for employability among cities.
- Maharashtra was ranked at top for employability among the states.
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
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Correct Answer: B [Only 2 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect:
Mumbai was listed as the number one city in terms of employability. The India Skills report is a collaborative effort of Wheebox, PeopleStrong, CII (Confederation of Indian Industry), UNDP, AIU (Association of Indian Universities) and AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education).
Statement 2 is correct:
Maharashtra was listed as the state with highest employability. The other top performers were Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh. The report noted that 54% of the young people in the India are unemployed. It noted that youth educated in the computer and technical courses were facing a declining employability.
18. The ‘Sahachari’ scheme was recently launched by one of the state governments. With reference to this, consider the following statements:
- It is intended for differently abled students.
- It was introduced by Maharashtra government.
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
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is correct:
The Sahachari scheme is intended for differently abled students. The scheme provides assistance to NCC, SPC and NSS units that assist students with over 40% disability. It involves an award of 40,000 INR for these units the purpose. It also includes the award of certificates and plaques.
Statement 2 is incorrect:
The Sahachari scheme was introduced by the Kerala government in December. This was intended for supporting differently abled students in the states in their studies. Apart from this scheme, the state also introduced another welfare initiative called Vijayamritham scheme.
19. In light of the recent detection of the first ever case of H9N2 infection in Maharashtra, consider the following statements:
- Unlike other influenza viruses, the H9N2 does not infect birds.
- It affects the respiratory system.
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
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Correct Answer: B [Only 2 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect:
The H9N2 virus is a subtype of the Influenza A viruses, commonly called as bird flu viruses. They are capable of infecting humans as well as birds like ducks, pigeon and common poultry birds. The Maharashtra case is the first case of human infection in India.
Statement 2 is correct:
The H9N2 virus affects the respiratory system of the patient. It is spread through water, dust, air droplets, etc. Some of the symptoms are fever, breathlessness, cough, etc. The WHO had warned that the viruses are already circulating through the poultry and hence sporadic cases in humans are expected.
20. With regards to the recent initiative to allow Divyangs to perform Bhasma Aarti at the Mahakaleshwar Temple, consider the following statements:
- The temple is located in Maharashtra.
- It is one of the 12 Jyotirlinga in India.
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
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Correct Answer: B [Only 2 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect:
The Mahakaleshwar temple is located in Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh. It is located on the bank of River Shipra. The temple had recently made provisions to enable Divyangs to perform Bhasma Aarti in light of the Makar Sankranti celebrations.
Statement 2 is correct:
The Mahakaleshwar temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines in India. These are considered as the holiest abodes of Lord Shiva. Another such shrine in Madhya Pradesh is the Omkareshwar Temple in Khandwa. The Mahakaleshwar Temple had earlier received the Divyanga Friendly Temple Award.
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