States PCS: Madhya Pradesh GK Questions For MPPSC Examinations

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Kadambari is a classical Sanskrit novel. King Shudraka narrates the story. Chandrapida is revealed as the true hero late in the tale. Shudraka and Chandrapida are the same person in the narrative.

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Korku is spoken by the Korku tribe in Madhya Pradesh. Bhili is associated with the Bhil tribe. Gondi is spoken by the Gond tribe. Braj is a Western Hindi dialect spoken in northern Madhya Pradesh and is not linked to tribal communities.

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Coal combustion in thermal power stations releases sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and suspended particulate matter (SPM). These pollutants are emitted due to the chemical properties of coal and the combustion process. Sulfur dioxide results from sulfur content in coal. Nitrogen oxides are formed from nitrogen in air and fuel. Suspended particulate matter includes ash and fine particles released during burning. These emissions contribute to air pollution, acid rain, and respiratory problems.

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The Forest Department of Madhya Pradesh radio-tagged an Indian Pangolin on World Pangolin Day, February 15, 2020. This was the first instance of telemetry used in the state to monitor the species after rehabilitation. The effort was in collaboration with the Wildlife Conservation Trust to understand the pangolin’s ecology and aid conservation. World Pangolin Day is observed annually on the third Saturday of February to promote awareness of pangolin protection. Madhya Pradesh’s initiative supports global efforts against pangolin trafficking.

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The Wainganga River originates near Mundara village on the Paraswara Plateau in Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It flows through Balaghat district before entering Maharashtra. The Bhimgarh Dam is located on the Wainganga in Seoni. Tapti River originates from Multai in Betul district. Narmada rises from Amarkantak Plateau in Anuppur district. Betwa originates near Kumargaon village and flows through Vidisha district.

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The State Human Rights Commission, Madhya Pradesh, was established under the Protection of Human Rights Act 1993. The Chief Minister chairs the selection committee for appointing its members. The Governor appoints the Chairman and members based on this committee’s recommendation. The committee includes the Chief Minister, Opposition Leader of Legislative Assembly, Home Minister, Chairman, and Opposition Leader of Legislative Council. Members serve for three years or up to 70 years of age, whichever is earlier.

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The Madhya Pradesh State Election Commission was established on 1st February 1994. It began functioning from 15th February 1994. The commission is responsible for conducting elections to local bodies in Madhya Pradesh. The first chairman was N B Lohani. The State Election Commission is constituted under Article 243K and 243ZA of the Indian Constitution. The State Election Commissioner is appointed by the Governor of Madhya Pradesh.

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Amarkantak Thermal Power Station is situated in Chachai village, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is coal-based and owned by Madhya Pradesh Power Generating Company Limited (MPPGCL). The plant’s first unit was commissioned in March 1977. It has a power generation capacity of 450 MW. The plant receives water from Sutna Nala Dam on the Sone River and coal from Southern Coal Fields. Satpura Thermal Power Station is in Betul district, and Bansagar is a hydroelectric plant in Madhya Pradesh but not located in Anuppur.

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Bundelkhandi mural painting originates from the Bundelkhand region in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. It features natural colors from minerals and plants. The murals depict rural life, mythological stories, and folk traditions of Bundelkhand. They are painted on walls and ceilings in homes and public places. This art form blends tribal and classical artistic elements and reflects the cultural heritage of the regional community. Bundelkhand covers northern Madhya Pradesh and southern Uttar Pradesh.

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Gal’ is a festival celebrated by the Bheel tribe, one of India’s largest tribal groups. The Bheel mainly live in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Maharashtra. Their culture includes traditional music, dance, and rituals during Gal’ that relate to agriculture and nature worship. The Bheel population exceeds 10 million and they speak Bhili, a language influenced by Hindi, Gujarati, and Rajasthani. They traditionally depend on agriculture, hunting, and gathering for livelihood.