States PCS: Madhya Pradesh GK Questions For MPPSC Examinations

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Sharad Joshi authored the story collection “Tilism.” His works often depict social behaviors and institutional absurdities. The other titles are by different authors: “Vaishnav Ki Phislan” by Dhirendra Vajpeyi, “Rag Darbari” by Shrilal Shukla, and “Godan” by Munshi Premchand.

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The Bhimbetka Rock Shelters are located in Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. They were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003. The shelters contain prehistoric cave paintings dating back to the Paleolithic era. These paintings depict scenes of hunting, dancing, and daily activities of early humans. Bhimbetka is one of the earliest known stone age settlements in India and shows evidence of continuous human habitation across different prehistoric periods.

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Burhanpur district in Madhya Pradesh is a major cotton producer with numerous cotton and oil mills. It is also the largest banana producer in the state. The district’s economy includes textile industries and the power loom sector, with the National Textile Corporation’s Tapti Mills located there. Other significant crops grown in Burhanpur include soybean, sorghum, pigeon pea, wheat, gram, chili, coriander, mangoes, and oranges. The district is situated on the banks of the Tapti River in Madhya Pradesh.

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Bailadila is a mountain range in Chhattisgarh known for iron ore deposits. Kendujhar is a mineral-rich district in Odisha. Balaghat is a district in Madhya Pradesh famous for its manganese mines. Kudremukh is a peak and national park located in Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka. The mapping of places to states is as follows: Bailadila – Chhattisgarh, Kendujhar – Odisha, Balaghat – Madhya Pradesh, Kudremukh – Karnataka.

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The Mahi River originates from the Vindhya hills in Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It flows through Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat before draining into the Arabian Sea. The Ken River flows through Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. The Betwa River runs through Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. The Sonar River is a tributary of the Ken River and flows entirely within Madhya Pradesh. Thus, the Mahi River flows through three states.

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The Tapti River originates in Madhya Pradesh and flows through Maharashtra and Gujarat before draining into the Arabian Sea. Its maximum length and basin area lie in Maharashtra. Major tributaries like Purna, Girna, and Panjhra also flow predominantly within Maharashtra. The Tapti basin supports significant agricultural regions in Maharashtra, contributing to its large drainage area compared to other states it passes through.

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The Madhya Pradesh Trade Promotion Council supports entrepreneurship development by promoting local businesses. It develops export infrastructure by improving logistics and connectivity. It also strengthens the export ecosystem through training and capacity building. The Council collaborates with state and central government agencies to boost trade and exports in Madhya Pradesh.

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When Speaker and Deputy Speaker offices are vacant, the rules of procedure of the House specify who shall preside. This provision enables a member, selected by House rules, to chair the meeting. The Governor does not appoint the presiding officer as it contradicts the House’s self-governance. Seniority or majority party election is not the standard procedure. The rules of procedure are recorded in legislative manuals for parliamentary governance in Indian state assemblies.

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Usha Kiran Yojana is a Madhya Pradesh women welfare program providing support to women victims of violence. It offers counseling, legal aid, and rehabilitation. The scheme raises awareness about women’s rights and assistance mechanisms. Ladli Balika Yojana focuses on girl child welfare, providing financial incentives for their education. Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao is a central government campaign addressing child sex ratio and girl child education nationally. Grameen Mahila Protsahan Yojana supports rural women entrepreneurs via financial aid and training.

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Resources result from the combined efforts of natural processes and human activities. They include agricultural products, minerals, and energy harnessed through technology. The concept of resource involves both natural elements and human intervention. This definition excludes products made solely by humans or only biological origin. The term “collective product of man and nature” reflects this interaction. This classification is used in geography and resource management studies.