States PCS: Punjab GK Questions for PPSC Examinations
For all Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) exams including PCS, Cooperative Inspector, Naib Tehsildar, and others.
31. Which city was proposed for transfer to Punjab as per the text?
[A] Amritsar
[B] Ludhiana
[C] Jalandhar
[D] Chandigarh
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Correct Answer: D [Chandigarh]
Notes:
Chandigarh, a union territory and joint capital of Punjab and Haryana, was proposed to be transferred to Punjab in several official agreements post-independence, notably during the linguistic reorganization of states in 1966 and related Punjab-Haryana negotiations.
32. Which Akali Dal leader signed the Rajiv-Longowal Accord in 1985?
[A] Parkash Singh Badal
[B] Amarinder Singh
[C] Gurcharan Singh Tohra
[D] Harcharan Singh Longowal
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Correct Answer: D [Harcharan Singh Longowal]
Notes:
Harcharan Singh Longowal signed the Rajiv-Longowal Accord with PM Rajiv Gandhi on 24 July 1985, aiming to resolve Punjab’s agitation and issues related to language, recruitment, and regional compensation.
33. Who holds major constitutional powers in Punjab including pardoning and ordinance-making?
[A] Chief Minister of Punjab
[B] President of India
[C] Speaker of Punjab Legislative Assembly
[D] Governor of Punjab
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Correct Answer: D [Governor of Punjab]
Notes:
The Governor of Punjab exercises executive, legislative, ordinance-making, and pardoning powers per Articles 153, 163, and 161 of the Constitution; these include summoning, dissolving the assembly, and granting pardons, reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment for offenses against state law.
34. Which Indian President also served as Punjab Governor?
[A] Shankar Dayal Sharma
[B] Pratibha Patil
[C] A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
[D] Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed
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Correct Answer: A [Shankar Dayal Sharma]
Notes:
Shankar Dayal Sharma was Governor of Punjab from 1985–1986, before serving as President of India (1992–1997). No other Indian President held the Punjab Governor post. Notable 1980s Punjab Governors include Arjun Singh and Bhairab Dutt Pande.
35. Who heads the Council of Ministers in a state as per Article 163?
[A] Governor
[B] Advocate General
[C] Chief Secretary
[D] Chief Minister
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Correct Answer: D [Chief Minister]
Notes:
Article 163 of the Indian Constitution states that the Council of Ministers in a state is headed by the Chief Minister, who advises the Governor. The Advocate General is the state’s chief legal advisor, and the Chief Secretary is the senior-most bureaucrat.
36. Which committee manages education, health, and public works in Punjab Gram Panchayats?
[A] Finance Committee
[B] Development Committee
[C] Amenities Committee
[D] Welfare Committee
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Correct Answer: C [Amenities Committee]
Notes:
The Amenities Committee in Punjab Gram Panchayats handles education, health, public works, prepares annual plans, assists disaster management, and maintains village records. It supports policy and developmental activities at the village level as mandated by the Punjab Panchayati Raj Act.
37. Which is the official language of Punjab and Chandigarh?
[A] Hindi
[B] English
[C] Punjabi
[D] Urdu
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Correct Answer: C [Punjabi]
Notes:
Punjabi is the official language of both Punjab and Chandigarh. It ranks as the 10th most spoken language globally. In India, Punjabi has official status mainly in Punjab and Chandigarh, while in Pakistan it is a provincial language without official recognition.
38. Which Punjabi embroidery decorates carpets and bed covers?
[A] Chikankari
[B] Phulkari
[C] Kantha
[D] Kasuti
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Correct Answer: B [Phulkari]
Notes:
Phulkari is a traditional embroidery of Punjab, featuring geometric floral motifs. It decorates dupattas, shawls, carpets, and bed covers. Kantha is from Bengal, Chikankari from Uttar Pradesh, and Kasuti from Karnataka.
39. Which Punjabi nose ornament is popularly called Nath-Machli?
[A] Teeli
[B] Koka
[C] Challa
[D] Nath-Machli
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Correct Answer: D [Nath-Machli]
Notes:
Nath-Machli is a traditional Punjabi nose ornament. Other Punjabi ornaments include Teeli, Koka, Challa, and Chandanhar for different parts of the body, highlighting Punjab’s vibrant jewellery traditions.
40. Which Punjabi singer is famous for a 45-second hekh and Jugni songs?
[A] Gurmeet Bawa
[B] Surinder Kaur
[C] Parkash Kaur
[D] Harbhajan Mann
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Correct Answer: A [Gurmeet Bawa]
Notes:
Gurmeet Bawa was known for her 45-second hekh and for popularizing Jugni. She was the first Punjabi female singer on Doordarshan and performed with Surinder and Parkash Kaur, significantly contributing to Punjabi folk music heritage.
