States PCS: Odisha GK & General Studies for OPSC and other Odisha Exams
For all Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) exams including OCS, Assistant Section Officer, Junior Lecturer, and others.
1. According to the Hastigumpha inscription who was defeated by Kharavela?
[A] Narasinghavarman I
[B] Simhavishnu
[C] Satkarni I
[D] Gautamiputra Satkarni
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Correct Answer: C [Satkarni I]
Notes:
Satkarni I ruled for 9 years. Nanaghat inscription of his queen Nayanika is a depiction of his kingdom. He was defeated by Kharavela. After conquering west Malwa Satkarni I performed Ashwamedha sacrifice and took the tile Dakshinapath- Pati.
2. Who repaired the Kalinga Nagari after a cyclone hit?
[A] Anantavarmana
[B] Nagdashaka
[C] Kharavela
[D] Vishakhavarman
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Correct Answer: C [Kharavela]
Notes:
During the very beginning of his reign, Kharvela repaired the gate, walls and towers of the Kalinganagari which were damaged by cyclone hit
3. Which ancient port was situated near Balasore?
[A] Kannagara
[B] Kosamba
[C] Katikardama
[D] Nanigaina
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Correct Answer: B [Kosamba]
Notes:
Ancient ports of Odisha are Kannagara (Konark), Kosamba (Balasore), Katikardama (Cuttack), Nanigaina (Puri)
4. Which dynasty marked the turning point of Odishan Coin?
[A] Somavamshi
[B] Gupta
[C] Maurya
[D] Ganga
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Correct Answer: D [Ganga]
Notes:
The gold coin of the Ganga dynasty was known as fanams. During the beginning of this dynasty Odishan coin witnessed a turning point.
5. Which among the following was not among the four principalities of Kalinga during the Gupta Dynasty?
[A] Pithuramalla
[B] Kottura
[C] Erandapalla
[D] Pishthapura
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Correct Answer: A [Pithuramalla]
Notes:
Four principalities of Kalinga during the Gupta period were Kottura, Erandapalla, Devarashtra, Pishtapura
6. Arrange chronologically i) Janmenjaya I, ii) Puranjaya I, iii) Yayati I, iv) Karnadeva
[A] i, ii, iii, iv
[B] iv, iii, i, ii
[C] iii, ii, iv, i
[D] i, iii, ii, iv
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Correct Answer: D [i, iii, ii, iv]
Notes:
Janmenjaya I (882-922 AD), Yayati I (922-955 AD), Puranjaya I (1085-110 AD), Karnadeva (Last ruler)
7. An important caste developed during the Ganga dynasty was?
[A] Karanas
[B] Jataks
[C] Jaths
[D] Shudras
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Correct Answer: A [Karanas]
Notes:
Apart from the traditional Varna system, Karanas or Kayasthas emerged as a new caste during this period. They were appointed in all cadres of post. It clearly shows the significance of their Varna status.
8. The renaissance of Oriya Literature was started from which period?
[A] Bhoi
[B] Karrani
[C] Gajapati
[D] Ganga
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Correct Answer: C [Gajapati]
Notes:
The Gajapati dynasty witnessed the Renaissance of Oriya Literature. Modern Oriya language was originated from Pali with a significant influence of Sanskrit.
9. Who among the following revolted against the Sunset Law?
[A] Surendra sai
[B] Chandan Hajuri
[C] Ramakrushna Samantasinghar
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Ramakrushna Samantasinghar]
Notes:
Ramakrushna Samantasinghar revolted against Sunset Law introduced by Cornwallis.
10. What is the rank of Odisha in terms of area and population-wise among all states of India?
[A] 6th & 12th
[B] 9th & 11th
[C] 9th & 13th
[D] 6th & 11th
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Correct Answer: B [9th & 11th]
Notes:
Area wise rank 9, Population wise rank is 11
