History & Panipat Battles — Set 16
Haryana GK · इतिहास और पानीपत युद्ध · Questions 151–160 of 160
What was the approximate size of the Maratha army that went to fight at Panipat in 1761?
Correct Answer: B. 45,000–60,000 soldiers plus non-combatants
The Maratha army that fought at the Third Battle of Panipat (1761) is estimated at 45,000–60,000 soldiers. Including non-combatants (civilians, traders, families, and pilgrims who accompanied the army), the total number in the Maratha camp is estimated to have been several hundred thousand. The massive losses suffered by this combined group made the defeat particularly catastrophic.
The medieval fort of Hisar (Hisar-i-Firuzah) was built by Firuz Shah Tughlaq in:
Correct Answer: B. 1354 CE
The fort of Hisar (Hisar-i-Firuzah) was built by Firuz Shah Tughlaq in 1354 CE. Firuz Shah Tughlaq was one of the major Tughlaq sultans who also built Firozabad (Delhi) and Firozpur. The fort in Hisar housed a palace complex and served as an important military and administrative center for the Tughlaq Sultanate in northwestern India.
The state capital of Haryana is situated in which Union Territory?
Correct Answer: B. Chandigarh
Haryana's state capital is Chandigarh, which is a Union Territory (UT) separately administered by the Central Government. This unique arrangement — two states sharing a UT as their capital — arose from the practical difficulty of dividing Chandigarh, a newly built planned city, between Punjab and Haryana in 1966. Discussions about transferring Chandigarh to Punjab in exchange for other territories have been ongoing for decades.
The famous Geeta Jayanti International Fair at Kurukshetra attracts visitors from across India and the world. It is celebrated on which occasion?
Correct Answer: B. Ekadashi of Margashirsha month (Gita Ekadashi)
The Geeta Jayanti International Fair at Kurukshetra is celebrated on the Ekadashi (11th day) of the Margashirsha (Agahan) month of the Hindu calendar, also called Gita Ekadashi or Mokshada Ekadashi. This occasion marks the day when Lord Krishna is believed to have delivered the Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna. The international fair attracts scholars, artists, and pilgrims from many countries.
Which Haryana district is known for producing the most cotton and is sometimes called the 'Manchester of Haryana'?
Correct Answer: B. Hisar
Hisar district is known as the cotton belt of Haryana and has sometimes been called the 'Manchester of Haryana' due to its textile and cotton industry. Hisar is also home to agricultural institutions like Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU). The district has been important for cotton and agricultural research in northwestern India.
The 1947 Partition of British India affected Haryana primarily through:
Correct Answer: B. Influx of Hindu-Sikh refugees from West Punjab (Pakistan)
The 1947 Partition of British India affected Haryana primarily through the massive influx of Hindu and Sikh refugees from West Punjab (which went to Pakistan). Cities like Ambala, Rohtak, and Hisar received large numbers of displaced people. This demographic change had lasting economic, social, and political effects on the region.
The Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU) is located in which Haryana city?
Correct Answer: C. Hisar
Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU) is located in Hisar, Haryana. It was established in 1970 and is a major agricultural research and education institution. The university has contributed significantly to the Green Revolution in Haryana through development of high-yielding crop varieties.
The Battle of Buxar (1764) happened after the Third Battle of Panipat. Who fought the British at Buxar?
Correct Answer: B. Mir Qasim (Nawab of Bengal), Shuja-ud-Daula (Nawab of Awadh), and Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II
The Battle of Buxar (1764) was fought between the British East India Company and a coalition of Mir Qasim (Nawab of Bengal), Shuja-ud-Daula (Nawab of Awadh), and Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II. The British victory at Buxar was more decisive than Plassey in consolidating British rule in India. This battle, coming after the Third Battle of Panipat (1761), further confirmed the collapse of Mughal and other Indian powers.
The National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI) was established in Karnal, Haryana, primarily for:
Correct Answer: B. Dairy technology research and development
The National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI) in Karnal, Haryana, is a premier institute for dairy technology research, education, and development in India. It was established in 1923 at Bangalore and later moved to Karnal. NDRI has contributed significantly to improving milk production, dairy processing, and the overall development of the dairy industry in India.
According to the 2011 census, what is the approximate population of Haryana?
Correct Answer: B. 25.3 million (2.53 crore)
According to the 2011 census, Haryana's population was approximately 25.3 million (2.53 crore). The state has a higher male-to-female sex ratio skew due to social issues. Haryana is one of the more prosperous states in India with a high per capita income relative to the national average, largely due to its agriculture, industry, and proximity to Delhi.