States PCS: Punjab GK Questions for PPSC Examinations
For all Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) exams including PCS, Cooperative Inspector, Naib Tehsildar, and others.
41. On which Ekadashi is Punjab’s Nimani Kasti festival celebrated?
[A] Nirjala Ekadashi (11th Jeth)
[B] Vaishakh Ekadashi
[C] Shattila Ekadashi
[D] Devshayani Ekadashi
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Correct Answer: A [Nirjala Ekadashi (11th Jeth)]
Notes:
Nimani Kasti is observed in Punjab on Nirjala Ekadashi (11th Jeth). Women fast without water, use sandalwood paste, and Chhabilis serve sweetened chilled water. Teeyan is a different Punjab festival celebrated in Sawan to mark the rainy season, involving newly married girls visiting their parental homes.
42. In which year did India launch the Mid-Day-Meal Scheme for classes 1 to 5?
[A] 2000
[B] 2006
[C] 2004
[D] 2008
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Correct Answer: B [2006]
Notes:
Mid-Day-Meal Scheme was launched nationwide for classes 1–5 on 1 April 2006, ensuring free lunch in government schools to boost enrollment, attendance, and nutrition. The scheme was later extended to upper primary classes in 2008–09. It remains one of the world’s largest school meal programs.
43. Which is the largest agricultural community in Punjab?
[A] Khatris
[B] Aroras
[C] Sainis
[D] Sikh Jats
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Correct Answer: D [Sikh Jats]
Notes:
Sikh Jats are Punjab’s largest community and are historically renowned for agricultural expertise. Other groups like Khatris and Aroras are significant but are mainly involved in commerce and trade. Sainis are a smaller agrarian community. Sikh Jats have greatly influenced Punjab’s rural economy and culture.
44. Which Article reserves Lok Sabha seats for SCs and STs in India?
[A] Article 341
[B] Article 46
[C] Article 342
[D] Article 330
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Correct Answer: D [Article 330]
Notes:
Article 330 of the Indian Constitution specifically provides for reservation of Lok Sabha seats for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. Article 341 and 342 define SCs and STs. Article 46 is a Directive Principle promoting their welfare. Reservation in Lok Sabha is under Article 330.
45. Which city in Punjab has sports hostels and synthetic tracks?
[A] Patiala
[B] Ludhiana
[C] Jalandhar
[D] Muktsar
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Correct Answer: B [Ludhiana]
Notes:
Ludhiana features both sports hostels and synthetic athletic tracks. Patiala and Jalandhar have sports hostels, while Muktsar has a synthetic track. Punjab also runs sports development programs and recognises top athletes through the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Award annually.
46. Who fought the First Battle of Anandpur in 1701?
[A] Guru Arjan Dev and Raja Amar Singh
[B] Guru Tegh Bahadur and Raja Fateh Chand
[C] Guru Gobind Singh and Raja Bhim Chand
[D] Guru Hargobind and Raja Ratan Chand
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Correct Answer: C [Guru Gobind Singh and Raja Bhim Chand]
Notes:
The First Battle of Anandpur (1701) was fought between Guru Gobind Singh and Raja Bhim Chand of Kahlur, allied with other hill chiefs, against the Sikhs. The battle ended without a decisive victory, leading to a temporary compromise between the parties involved.
47. With reference to the Sikh religious tradition, consider the following sites:
- Akal Takht
- Keshgarh Sahib
- Damdama Sahib
- Patna Sahib
- Hazur Sahib
Which of the above are among the five Takhts considered the highest temporal seats of Sikh authority?
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
[A] Only 1, 2 & 3
[B] Only 1, 2, 4 & 5
[C] Only 1, 2, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3, 4 & 5]
Notes:
The five Takhts, the highest seats of Sikh authority, are Akal Takht (Amritsar), Keshgarh Sahib (Anandpur Sahib), Damdama Sahib (Talwandi Sabo), Patna Sahib (Patna), and Hazur Sahib (Nanded). Each Takht holds historical and religious significance for Sikhs. All five locations listed are considered Takhts.
48. In which year was the Chief Khalsa Diwan formed?
[A] 1902
[B] 1897
[C] 1911
[D] 1920
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Correct Answer: A [1902]
Notes:
Chief Khalsa Diwan was established in 1902 in Punjab by merging Lahore Khalsa Diwan and Amritsar Diwan to represent Sikhs’ religious and community interests.
49. What is Punjab’s approximate share in India’s wheat and rice production?
[A] 6.5% rice, 10% wheat
[B] 9% rice, 12% wheat
[C] 12.9% rice, 14.8% wheat
[D] 20% rice, 18% wheat
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Correct Answer: C [12.9% rice, 14.8% wheat]
Notes:
Punjab produces about 12.89% of India’s rice and 14.82% of its wheat. Despite having only 6.40% and 11.57% of total cultivated area for rice and wheat respectively, Punjab is termed as India’s ‘granary’ due to its high productivity and mechanised agriculture.[Punjab Economic Survey 2023-24]
50. Where is Mai Bhago Armed Forces Preparatory Institute for girls located in Punjab?
[A] Amritsar
[B] SAS Nagar (Mohali)
[C] Ludhiana
[D] Patiala
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Correct Answer: B [SAS Nagar (Mohali)]
Notes:
The Mai Bhago Armed Forces Preparatory Institute for girls, the only institute of its kind in India, is located at SAS Nagar (Mohali) in Punjab, training girls at 10+2 level to join the armed forces as commissioned officers.
