States PCS: Odisha GK & General Studies for OPSC and other Odisha Exams
General Knowledge and General Studies Questions of Odisha state examinations conducted by Odisha Public Service Commission.
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31. The Biraja temple is situated in which district of Odisha?
[A] Jajpur
[B] Puri
[C] Cuttack
[D] Balasore
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Correct Answer: A [Jajpur]
Notes:
The Biraja temple is situated in Jajpur. The ancient capital of Odisha, Jajpur was also known as Biraja Kshetra
32. Which of the following temples of Odisha is the first temple to have the entrance hall attached with the ‘Sanctum Sanctorum’?
[A] Mukteswar Temple
[B] Samaleswari Temple
[C] Sun Temple
[D] Parasurameswar Temple
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Correct Answer: D [Parasurameswar Temple]
Notes:
Parasurameswar Temple is the first temple to have the entrance hall attached to the ‘Sanctum Sanctorum’. In this temple, Lord Shiva is worshipped as Parasuram.
33. Which among the following languages is/ are closely associated with Odia
1. Assamese
2. Bengali
3. Maithili
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 only
[B] 1 & 2
[C] 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Assamese, Bengali, Maithili are closely associated with Odia language. There are different variations of spoken Odia language.
34. ‘Keli Kalanidhi’, ‘Bidesh’, ‘Gopi Bilapa’ are some of the notable poetic creation of which of the following personalities?
[A] Gourishankar Ray
[B] Brajanath Badajena
[C] Upendra Bhanja
[D] Sarala Das
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Correct Answer: B [Brajanath Badajena]
Notes:
Brajanath Badajena was born in the Dhenkanal district of Odisha. He was a contemporary of Upendra Bhanja (Greatest poet of Riti Yuga).
35. Saura Painting is found in which among the following districts of Odisha?
1. Rayagada
2. Gajapati
3. Koraput
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 only
[B] 1 & 2
[C] 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Saura Painting is a type of Mural Painting. It is found in Rayagada, Koraput, Gajapati district of Odisha. The tribal deity of Saura Tribe is ‘Idital’.
36. Which of the following type of crafts is locally known as Tarakasi?
[A] Wax Metal
[B] Brass and Bell Metal
[C] Silver Filigree
[D] Paper Mache
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Correct Answer: C [Silver Filigree]
Notes:
Silver Filigree craft is locally known as Tarakasi. During the 15th century, it was originated in Persian countries.
37. Chhanda class of Odissi music is the combination of which among the following?
1. Bhava
2. Kala
3. Swara
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1 & 3
[C] 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
The Chhanda class of Odissi music consists of Swara (Tune), Bhava (Theme), Kala (Time).
38. Gamha Purnima in Odisha is observed in which of the following lunar month?
[A] Magha
[B] Shravan
[C] Chaitra
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Shravan]
Notes:
Gamha Purnima in Odisha is observed in Shravan (July-August) month. It is mainly celebrated in Bhubaneswar and the Ganjam district of Odisha. It is also known as the Raksha Bandhan.
39. Baladeva puja is another name of which of the following Festivals of Odisha?
[A] Gamha Purnima
[B] Dola Yatra
[C] Snana Yatra
[D] Ratha Yatra
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Correct Answer: A [Gamha Purnima]
Notes:
Baladeva puja or Baladeva Jayanti or the Raksha Bandhan are the other names of Gamha Purnima. Gamha Dian is the name of an event of this festival.
40. What is the name of the first film of Odisha?
[A] Sita Bibaha
[B] Alamara
[C] Nua Bou
[D] Lalita
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Correct Answer: A [Sita Bibaha]
Notes:
Sita Bibaha is the first film of Odisha. It was released in the year 1936. The name of the director is Mohan Sundar Deb Goswami.
