States PCS: Maharashtra GK Questions for MPSC Examinations
For all Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) exams including Rajyaseva, Group B, PSI, STI, ASO, and other Maharashtra government posts.
21. Susri and Tipria are tributaries of which river in Maharashtra?
[A] Gomai River
[B] Purna River
[C] Pengar River
[D] Girna River
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Correct Answer: A [Gomai River]
Notes:
Susri and Tipria are tributaries of the Gomai River in Maharashtra. Gomai itself is a significant tributary of the Tapi River, and the network supports local agriculture and communities in the region.
22. The traditional Kolhapuri chappals, associated with Maharashtra, gained prominence during the reign of which 12th-century king who, along with his prime minister Basavanna, promoted local craftsmanship?
[A] King Bhoja
[B] King Krishna
[C] King Shahu
[D] King Bijjala
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Correct Answer: D [King Bijjala]
Notes:
Kolhapuri chappals are linked to King Bijjala’s 12th-century reign in Maharashtra and the efforts of Basavanna to encourage local artisans. Originally known by different regional names, their promotion laid the foundation for their cultural identity and thriving industry in Maharashtra.
23. Who led the Flag Satyagraha in Nagpur in 1923, marking a pivotal moment in India’s struggle for independence?
[A] Bal Gangadhar Tilak
[B] Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
[C] Vinoba Bhave
[D] Dr. Rajendra Prasad
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Correct Answer: B [Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel]
Notes:
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel played a key role in leading the 1923 Flag Satyagraha in Nagpur, protesting against British restrictions on hoisting the national flag. Nagpur is also known for Deekshabhoomi, where Dr. B.R. Ambedkar embraced Buddhism in 1956.
24. Which was the first cooperative bank in India to introduce Mobile Banking services?
[A] Saraswat Bank
[B] Pune District Central Cooperative Bank
[C] Dombivli Nagari Sahakari Bank (DNS Bank)
[D] Bombay Mercantile Cooperative Bank
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Correct Answer: C [Dombivli Nagari Sahakari Bank (DNS Bank)]
Notes:
Dombivli Nagari Sahakari Bank (DNS Bank), established in 1970 in Thane, Maharashtra, was the first cooperative bank in India to launch Mobile Banking services. It is a Scheduled Urban Cooperative Bank with operations in 12 Maharashtra districts and is also active on the UPI platform.
25. Who defeated Bhoja II, the last Shilahara ruler of Kolhapur?
[A] Singhana II
[B] Krishna III
[C] Tailapa II
[D] Amoghavarsha III
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Correct Answer: A [Singhana II]
Notes:
Singhana II of the Yadava dynasty defeated Bhoja II of the Shilahara dynasty around 1212 CE at Umalvad, ending the Shilahara rule over Kolhapur. Later Yadava inscriptions confirm their domination in the region after Bhoja II’s defeat.
26. Whose paduka is carried from Alandi in Pandharpur Wari?
[A] Tukaram
[B] Namdev
[C] Dnyaneshwar
[D] Eknath
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Correct Answer: C [Dnyaneshwar]
Notes:
Padukas of saint Dnyaneshwar are carried from Alandi in the Pandharpur Wari, a centuries-old pilgrimage in Maharashtra dedicated to Vithoba, while Tukaram’s padukas are carried from Dehu. This tradition has deep roots in Maharashtra’s devotional history and attracts millions annually.
27. Who constructed the Manikgad fortress in Maharashtra?
[A] Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
[B] Sarkhel Kanhoji Angre
[C] Peshwa Bajirao I
[D] Chimaji Appa
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Correct Answer: B [Sarkhel Kanhoji Angre]
Notes:
Manikgad, near Rasayani, Maharashtra, was built by Sarkhel Kanhoji Angre and ceded to him by the Peshwas in 1718. The fort was constructed to monitor trade routes from Pune’s Maval region to the coastal ports. Only ruins remain, including the Ganesh gate and several rock-cut cisterns.
28. Which party was founded by Vinayak Mete for Marathwada identity?
[A] Maharashtra Vikas Party
[B] Maharashtra Navnirman Sena
[C] Swabhimani Paksha
[D] Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi
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Correct Answer: A [Maharashtra Vikas Party]
Notes:
Maharashtra Vikas Party, founded by Vinayak Mete in 1998, represented Marathwada identity. It evolved from Maratha Mahasangh. The party was influential in Akola, allied with Congress in 1998, and remained a registered unrecognised party. Vinayak Mete passed away in August 2022.
29. Which island does the Vasai Creek Railway Bridge cross?
[A] Arnala Island
[B] Panju Island
[C] Elephanta Island
[D] Salsette Island
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Correct Answer: B [Panju Island]
Notes:
The Vasai Creek Railway Bridge passes through Panju Island, connecting Bhayandar and Naigaon near Mumbai, Maharashtra. Opened in 1864, it forms part of the Western Railway line. The creek is divided by Panju Island, necessitating two bridge sections across the waterway.
30. Dehali Dam, an important earthfill dam near Sind Kheda in Maharashtra, is constructed on which river?
[A] Krishna River
[B] Godavari River
[C] Purna River
[D] Tapi River
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Correct Answer: D [Tapi River]
Notes:
Dehali Dam is built on the Tapi River near Sind Kheda in Maharashtra. The Tapi is a major river in central India, flowing through Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat. The dam supports irrigation and water supply for agriculture in the region.
