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.
11. Which among the following is the highest peak of Odisha?
[A] Malaygiri
[B] Chandragiri
[C] Mahendragiri
[D] Deomali
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Correct Answer: D [Deomali]
Notes:
Deomali peak (1672 m) is the highest peak of Odisha. It is situated in Pottangi- Chandragiri mountain range.
12. Severe cyclone Fani made Landfall in Odisha during which month?
[A] May
[B] June
[C] July
[D] October
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Correct Answer: A [May]
Notes:
Fani made Landfall in Odisha on 3rd May 2019. The name “Fani” was given by Bangladesh.
13. Which of the following condition of rainfall denotes low winter rainfall in Odisha?
[A] Less than 5 cm
[B] Less than 15 cm
[C] Less than 75 cm
[D] Less than 2.5 cm
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Correct Answer: D [Less than 2.5 cm]
Notes:
Rainfall less than 2.5 cm denotes low winter rainfall in Odisha. While in monsoon Low rainfall means less than 120 cm.
14. Which among the following is/ are the objectives of the Bhoochetana project which was implemented in Odisha?
1. Soil health mapping
2. Nutrient management recommendation
3. Necessary treatment
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 2 only
[B] 1 & 2
[C] 3 only
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
The Bhoochetana project was first implemented in Karnataka. Then it was launched in Odisha to help farmers by providing Soil analysis, nutrient management and taking necessary treatments.
15. National Mission for Protein Supplementation was launched in which year?
[A] 2008-09
[B] 2011-12
[C] 2015-16
[D] 2018-19
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Correct Answer: B [2011-12]
Notes:
National Mission for Protein Supplementation was launched in 2011-12. Its main objective is to promote animal-based protein production by developing livestock.
16. Which site of Odisha is famous for its saltwater crocodiles and olive ridley sea turtle?
[A] Bhitarkanika Mangrove
[B] Ansupa lake
[C] Chilika lake
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Bhitarkanika Mangrove]
Notes:
Bhitarkanika Mangrove is famous for its saltwater crocodiles and olive ridley sea turtle. It is a Ramsar site in India.
17. An endangered species Saltwater crocodile is found in which National park of Odisha?
[A] Bhitarkanika National Park
[B] Simlipal National Park
[C] Sanjay National Park
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Bhitarkanika National Park]
Notes:
Saltwater crocodile (Crocodylus Porosus) is found in the Bhitarkanika National Park. Almost 1700 saltwater crocodiles inhabit the river and creeks.
18. Platinum deposits of Odisha found in which among the following districts?
1. Dhenkanal
2. Keonjhar
3. Cuttack
4. Balasore
Choose the correct codes from the options given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 3 only
[C] 1 & 4
[D] 1, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: A [1 & 2]
Notes:
Platinum deposits of Odisha found in the Bhunbana-Barapada region of Dhenkanal and Keonjhar district.
19. National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) of Odisha was established in which year?
[A] 1955
[B] 1966
[C] 1981
[D] 1995
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Correct Answer: C [1981]
Notes:
NALCO was established in the Koraput district in 1981.
20. The mapping of the industrial land of Odisha is a part of which of the following scheme?
[A] Go-Green
[B] Go-Plus
[C] Go-Swift
[D] Go-Map
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Correct Answer: B [Go-Plus]
Notes:
Main objectives of Go-plus- To provide detailed information about industrial lands, availability of spots, roar linkages, connectivity through GIS (Geographic Information System).
