States PCS: Manipur GK Questions for Manipur Public Service Commission Exams
For all Manipur Public Service Commission (Manipur PSC) exams including Civil Services, Assistant Engineer, and other Group A/B services.
1. Which dynasty ruled Manipur prior to its status as a princely state under British India?
[A] Sankar dynasty
[B] Tripuri dynasty
[C] Ahom dynasty
[D] Meitei kingdom
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Correct Answer: D [Meitei kingdom]
Notes:
The Meitei kingdom, also known as the Kingdom of Kangleipak, was the ruling power in Manipur before British colonization in the 19th century.
2. Which queen of Manipur is famed for leading the resistance against the British during the Anglo-Manipur War of 1891?
[A] Queen Kumudini
[B] Queen Pramodini
[C] Queen Linthoingambi
[D] Queen Tamphasana
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Correct Answer: C [Queen Linthoingambi]
Notes:
Queen Linthoingambi, wife of King Ningthoukhomba of Manipur, is renowned for her resistance during invasions, notably disguising herself as king to repel raiders. She is a legendary figure in Manipuri history and folklore, with her exploits chronicled in the Ningthourol Lambuba.
3. Which freedom fighter from Manipur is known for his involvement with the Indian National Army (INA) alongside Subhas Chandra Bose?
[A] Rani Gaidinliu
[B] Hijam Irabot Singh
[C] Maharaja Tikendrajit Singh
[D] Colonel Shaukat Malik
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Correct Answer: D [Colonel Shaukat Malik]
Notes:
Colonel Shaukat Malik of the INA hoisted the national flag at Moirang, Manipur in 1944; Tikendrajit Singh opposed the British earlier, but INA’s key Manipur link is Malik at Moirang.
4. Which World War II battle between INA and British forces took place in Manipur in 1944?
[A] The Battle of Kohima
[B] The Battle of Imphal
[C] The Battle of Aizawl
[D] The Battle of Dimapur
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Correct Answer: B [The Battle of Imphal]
Notes:
The Battle of Imphal occurred in Manipur in 1944, marking a decisive halt to the Japanese and INA advance into India.
5. Which script was traditionally used to write the Meitei language in Manipur before the adoption of the Bengali script for official purposes?
[A] Assamese script
[B] Devanagari
[C] Odia script
[D] Meitei Mayek
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Correct Answer: D [Meitei Mayek]
Notes:
Meitei Mayek is the indigenous script of Manipur, replaced by Bengali script during colonial rule and now revived for cultural preservation.
6. Which British official was killed in Manipur during the 1891 rebellion, prompting a severe colonial crackdown?
[A] James Wallace Quinton
[B] Frank Allen Brown
[C] Henry Cotton
[D] Charles John Lyall
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Correct Answer: A [James Wallace Quinton]
Notes:
Chief Commissioner James Wallace Quinton was killed by Manipuri rebels in 1891, leading to British military intervention and execution of local leaders.
7. Which classical dance form, originating in the royal courts of Manipur, is closely associated with Vaishnavite traditions?
[A] Raslila
[B] Kuchipudi
[C] Sattriya
[D] Odissi
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Correct Answer: A [Raslila]
Notes:
Raslila developed in Manipuri royal courts after the adoption of Vaishnavism and is based on Krishna’s life.
8. In which year did Manipur officially merge with the Indian Union after independence?
[A] 1956
[B] 1949
[C] 1972
[D] 1950
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Correct Answer: B [1949]
Notes:
Manipur merged with India on 21 September 1949 after the Instrument of Accession was signed by the Maharaja.
9. Which is the largest freshwater lake in Manipur, also considered the largest in Northeast India?
[A] Dzukou Lake
[B] Loktak Lake
[C] Pumlen Lake
[D] Umiam Lake
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Correct Answer: B [Loktak Lake]
Notes:
Loktak Lake, in Manipur’s Bishnupur district, is Northeast India’s largest freshwater lake; it features phumdis and houses Keibul Lamjao National Park, home to the rare sangai deer.
10. Which mountain range forms the boundary between Manipur and Myanmar?
[A] Zomi Hills
[B] Kabaw Hills
[C] Patkai Range
[D] Naga Hills
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Correct Answer: C [Patkai Range]
Notes:
The Patkai Range forms Manipur’s eastern boundary with Myanmar and is part of the Purvanchal system.
