States PCS: Madhya Pradesh GK Questions For MPPSC Examinations
For all Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) exams including State Services, Forest Services, AE, and other government roles in MP.
11. Jhābua, Alirajpur, Indore, Dewas, Dhar, and Ratlam districts belong to which Madhya Pradesh natural division?
[A] Bundelkhand Plateau
[B] Central India Plateau
[C] Baghelkhand Plateau
[D] Malwa Plateau
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Correct Answer: D [Malwa Plateau]
Notes:
These districts are on the Malwa Plateau, known for fertile black soil and agriculture. It forms western Madhya Pradesh, producing soybean, wheat, and pulses, making it a key agricultural zone.
12. Matatila Dam is constructed on which river?
[A] Ken River
[B] Betwa River
[C] Shivna River
[D] Urmil River
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Correct Answer: B [Betwa River]
Notes:
Matatila Dam is built on the Betwa River, a Yamuna tributary. It is part of the Rajghat multipurpose project between Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, supporting irrigation and power generation. Other dams in the project include Dukwan and Parichha, crucial for regional water management and agriculture.
13. Where is Madhya Pradesh’s Botanical Garden located?
[A] Sailana
[B] Gwalior
[C] Bhopal
[D] Balaghat
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Correct Answer: C [Bhopal]
Notes:
The Botanical Garden of Madhya Pradesh is situated in Bhopal. It focuses on conservation, research, and display of native plant species. Other locations like Sailana, Gwalior, and Balaghat are notable for wildlife sanctuaries, not botanical gardens. The garden promotes biodiversity and botanical studies within the state.
14. Kamdhenu Gau Abhayaranya is located in which district of Madhya Pradesh?
[A] Shajapur
[B] Agar Malwa
[C] Indore
[D] Dewas
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Correct Answer: B [Agar Malwa]
Notes:
Kamdhenu Gau Abhayaranya, India’s first government-run cow sanctuary, is situated in Salariya village, Agar Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh. It spans 472 hectares and shelters up to 6,000 cows, focusing on the welfare of old, sick, and unproductive bovines. The sanctuary promotes indigenous breeds like Sahiwal, Gir, and Malvi, blending traditional Vedic practices with modern science.
15. In which district of Madhya Pradesh is the Kolar Project located?
[A] Sehore
[B] Bhopal
[C] Raisen
[D] Vidisha
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Correct Answer: A [Sehore]
Notes:
The Kolar Project is located in Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It supplies irrigation and drinking water to Sehore and Bhopal districts. Though Bhopal benefits significantly, the project’s physical site is in Sehore. This makes Sehore the correct district associated with the project.
16. On which rivers is the Son Gharial Sanctuary established?
[A] Son, Banas, and Gopad rivers
[B] Son and Ken rivers
[C] Son River only
[D] Chambal and Betwa rivers
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Correct Answer: A [Son, Banas, and Gopad rivers]
Notes:
The Son Gharial Sanctuary is located along the Son River and its tributaries Banas and Gopad. It is India’s second major gharial conservation area after Chambal Sanctuary, spanning 209 km. The sanctuary protects gharials, crocodiles, and other aquatic species, emphasizing the ecological importance of the Son river system.
17. Which Madhya Pradesh national park was first included under Project Tiger?
[A] Bandhavgarh National Park
[B] Pench National Park
[C] Kanha National Park
[D] Panna National Park
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Correct Answer: C [Kanha National Park]
Notes:
Kanha National Park was the first in Madhya Pradesh included under Project Tiger in 1973. It features rich forests, abundant prey, and suitable habitat, making it ideal for tiger conservation. Kanha later became one of India’s most successful tiger reserves. Other parks were added to the project in subsequent phases.
18. Which gas leaked during the Bhopal industrial disaster?
[A] Methyl cyanide
[B] Phosgene
[C] Methyl isocyanate
[D] Phenyl isocyanate
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Correct Answer: C [Methyl isocyanate]
Notes:
The Bhopal disaster in December 1984 involved the leakage of Methyl Isocyanate (MIC) gas, causing thousands of deaths and long-term health issues. Other gases like methyl cyanide, phenyl isocyanate, and phosgene were not involved. MIC is a highly toxic chemical used in pesticide production. This accident remains one of the world’s worst industrial disasters, primarily affecting Madhya Pradesh.
19. According to Census 2011, how many people belonged to Scheduled Tribes in Madhya Pradesh?
[A] 11,342,320
[B] 15,316,784
[C] 21,134,232
[D] 26,659,104
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Correct Answer: B [15,316,784]
Notes:
As per Census 2011, Madhya Pradesh’s Scheduled Tribe population was 15,316,784. Scheduled Tribes form 21.1% of Madhya Pradesh’s population. Scheduled Castes were 11,342,320 in the state. Madhya Pradesh has one of India’s largest tribal populations, including groups like Gond, Bhil, and Korku.
20. In which regions of Madhya Pradesh is the Saharia tribe mainly found?
[A] Gwalior and Chambal divisions
[B] Malwa and Nimar regions
[C] Mahakaushal and Baghelkhand
[D] Vindhya plateau only
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Correct Answer: A [Gwalior and Chambal divisions]
Notes:
The term ‘Saharia’ means “one who lives with lions.” Saharia tribe primarily inhabits the north-western districts of Madhya Pradesh, especially in Gwalior and Chambal divisions. They are one of the most prominent tribal communities here, with smaller populations scattered in other divisions. These regions form a significant part of their cultural and social identity within the state.
