States PCS: Madhya Pradesh GK Questions For MPPSC Examinations

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Chauragarh Fort in the Satpura range was the stronghold of Rani Durgavati, who bravely resisted the Mughal invasion in 1564.

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According to the Puranas, Pulika killed King Ripunjaya and appointed his son Pradyota as ruler of Avanti. This established the Pradyota dynasty, known for ruling Avanti during Buddha’s time. Pradyota was a prominent king, with some accounts associating him with Magadha as well. The Avanti kingdom was one of the ancient Mahajanapadas in India. The Brihadratha dynasty ended with Ripunjaya before Pradyota’s rule began.

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Ujjayini (Ujjain) is one of the oldest cities in Madhya Pradesh with ancient historical significance. Ujjain’s continuous historical records date from the 7th century BCE. It was a major center during ancient Indian literature references. Lord Krishna studied under Maharshi Sandipani in Ujjain around 5,000 years ago. Ujjain is known as an ancient center of learning. It was historically called Avanti. 

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During Buddha’s time (6th century BCE), Avanti, with Ujjain as its capital, was ruled by the powerful Pradyota dynasty, with kings like Pradyota (Chanda Pradyota) and his successors holding sway before it was eventually absorbed by the Magadha Empire.

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The Revolt of 1857 began in Madhya Pradesh at the Neemuch cantonment on June 3, 1857, led by Muhammad Ali Baig, with other significant uprisings occurring in Sagar (July 1857) and MHOW (Indore) (July 1857) led by Saadat Khan, and later spreading to Bundelkhand and involving leaders like Shankar Shah in Jabalpur, making it a widespread movement across the region.

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In 1842, the Bundela rulers including Jawahar Singh and Madhu Shah led an uprising against British rule in Madhya Pradesh. This early rebellion predated the 1857 Indian Revolt and highlighted localized resistance. The 1857 revolt was a widespread rebellion, whereas 1842 marked a significant regional challenge to British authority in Bundelkhand.

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The Aryan rock system of Madhya Pradesh comprises Gondwana (sedimentary with coal deposits), Cretaceous, and Deccan Trap (volcanic origin). These rocks are younger than the Archaean and Purana systems, and they dominate the geology, especially in southern and southwestern regions of the state.

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Deccan Trap rocks in Madhya Pradesh are prevalent around Bhopal, Jabalpur, and Indore, forming part of the Deccan Plateau. These basaltic lava flows date from the late Cretaceous era, significantly impacting soil, topography, and the geological structure of these areas. Other options lie mostly outside Deccan Trap zones.

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Siddh Baba is the highest peak of the Bundelkhand Plateau at 1172 m. Located in Madhya Pradesh, the Bundelkhand Plateau primarily consists of ancient granite and gneiss rocks, with most elevations between 300–450 m. Siddh Baba stands out as the tallest natural feature of the plateau.

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Kalumar Peak, also called Sad-Bhawna Shikhar, is the highest point of the Vindhyas at 752 metres, located near Singrampur in Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is also known as Kalumbe Peak and lies in the Panna hills area.