States PCS: Punjab GK Questions for PPSC Examinations

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Punjab’s installed power capacity: 4967 MW (thermal + hydro). Highest per capita energy use (2017-18): industry 16,000 MkWh, domestic 13,796 MkWh, agriculture 12,356 MkWh. Agriculture and industry rely heavily on energy for growth. Renewable resources are sustainable; non-renewable deplete.

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Amritsar has the highest number of Post Offices among Punjab’s 22 districts, with 377. Punjab has 3,809 Post Offices overall. Each Post Office is assigned a unique PIN code reflecting state, district, and office. Fazilka has the least number of Post Offices in Punjab.

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The 2012 Punjabi International Film Academy Awards were held in Toronto, Canada, marking a milestone in recognizing Punjabi cinema worldwide and reflecting the large Punjabi diaspora in Canada at the time.

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Golden Temple, or Harmandir Sahib, in Amritsar exemplifies Sikh architecture, has a central gilded dome, and is surrounded by a sacred water tank called Amrit Sarovar. Durgiana Temple, though similar architecturally, is Hindu. Ram Tirth relates to the Ramayana, and Jallianwala Bagh is a historical memorial.

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Faridkot, earlier called Mokulhar, was renamed after Sufi saint Baba Farid. He visited the area in the 13th century, and his influence led to the city being named after him. Baba Farid is a revered Sufi saint in Punjab and his legacy remains significant in the region.

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Bhagat Singh wrote “Why I am an Atheist” in 1930 while in jail. It reflects his rationalist philosophy. Other Punjab writers include Amrita Pritam (Pinjar), Bhai Vir Singh (Sundari), and Bulleh Shah (Sufi poetry). Bhagat Singh remains a revolutionary icon in Indian history.

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Amritsar is renowned for its Chiteras skilled in metal casting, soldering, chasing, and engraved temple panels. The city is known for decorative metalwork on religious items and architectural panels. Such craftsmanship distinguishes Amritsar among Punjab’s cities for unique metal artistry and temple decorations.

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Punjab’s staple food is wheat-based, mainly rotis, parathas like Aloo Paratha, and dishes such as Chole-Bhature. Rice is secondary, eaten mainly during festivals. Dairy products (ghee, paneer) and essentials like onion, garlic, and ginger are integral. Dhabas are also famous in Punjab’s food culture.

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Amritsar is renowned in Punjab for its metalwork, especially intricately engraved doors, lamp shades, and other artistic metal crafts, reflecting a rich tradition of skilled artisanship unique to the region.

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Pagdi is the traditional headgear of Punjabi men, symbolizing honor and cultural identity. Worn on special occasions and daily life, the pagdi varies in style and fabric across regions of Punjab. It should not be confused with rumal, topi, or other regional headgear.