History & Heritage — Set 3
MP GK · इतिहास और विरासत · Questions 21–30 of 84
Ujjain on the Shipra river is famous for which major Hindu pilgrimage?
Correct Answer: A. Kumbh Mela (Simhastha)
Ujjain on the Shipra river is one of the four sites of the Kumbh Mela, known as Simhastha when held in Ujjain. It is held every 12 years when Jupiter enters Leo (Simha rashi). The Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga temple in Ujjain is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India. Ujjain was also the ancient capital of the Avanti kingdom and home to the Vikram Samvat calendar.
The Chanderi sarees of Madhya Pradesh are woven in which district?
Correct Answer: B. Ashoknagar
Chanderi sarees are woven in Chanderi town in Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh. They are famous for their lightweight texture, sheer quality, and traditional motifs. Chanderi fabric has been woven for over 600 years and has a GI (Geographical Indication) tag. The weaving tradition uses cotton, silk, and zari threads to create unique patterns.
The Holkar dynasty ruled which city and surrounding region in MP?
Correct Answer: B. Indore/Malwa
The Holkar dynasty ruled Indore and the Malwa region of central India. Indore served as the capital of the Holkar state within the Malwa territory. The Holkar dynasty, which ruled Indore/Malwa, was founded by Malhar Rao Holkar and became a major Maratha power in central India. The Holkars of Indore/Malwa were notable rulers who contributed to the cultural and architectural heritage of the region.
Orchha, a medieval heritage town in MP, was the capital of which kingdom?
Correct Answer: A. Bundela kingdom
Orchha was the capital of the Bundela kingdom (Bundeli Rajput dynasty) founded by Rudra Pratap Singh in 1501 on the banks of the Betwa river in Tikamgarh district. The Orchha Fort complex houses Ram Raja Temple, Jahangir Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, and several chaturbhujas temples. The chatris (cenotaphs) of Orchha's rulers along the Betwa river are a distinctive heritage feature.
Mandu (Mandavgad) in MP is known for which historical structures?
Correct Answer: B. Afghan/Mughal architecture including Jahaz Mahal
Mandu (Mandavgad) in Dhar district of MP is known for its Afghan and later Mughal architecture. Key structures include the Jahaz Mahal (Ship Palace), Hindola Mahal (Swinging Palace), Jama Masjid, Hoshang Shah's Tomb (first marble tomb in India), and the Baz Bahadur and Roopmati Pavilion. The city was the capital of the Malwa Sultanate and is associated with the legendary romance of Baz Bahadur and Roopmati.
Maheshwar on the Narmada river in MP is famous for?
Correct Answer: B. Maheshwari sarees and Ahilyabai Holkar's capital
Maheshwar in Khargone district of MP is famous for Maheshwari sarees, a type of silk and cotton fabric woven in this town for over 3,000 years. It was the capital of Ahilyabai Holkar, the revered Holkar queen. The Maheshwar Fort on the Narmada has a beautiful riverside ghat. The Maheshwari fabric was revived in modern times under the Rehwa Society initiative.
Panna diamond mines are located in which region of MP?
Correct Answer: A. Bundelkhand region
Panna diamond mines are located in Panna district in the Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh. India was once the world's leading producer of diamonds, primarily from Panna. The Panna mines have been mined since ancient times. The National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC) operates the diamond mines. The Golconda diamond, the Koh-i-Noor, and the Hope Diamond all originally came from this region.
Rewa in Madhya Pradesh is known historically for?
Correct Answer: B. The white tigers first discovered here
Rewa in Madhya Pradesh is historically known for the white tigers (albino tigers) that were first discovered here. Maharaja Martand Singh of Rewa captured a white tiger cub in 1951, which led to the breeding of white tigers. The white tigers in zoos worldwide are descendants from this lineage. Rewa is the headquarters of Rewa district in the Baghelkhand region.
The Scindia dynasty was associated with which city in MP?
Correct Answer: B. Gwalior
The Scindia (Shinde) dynasty was associated with Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh. The Gwalior Scindias were originally Maratha chiefs who became a major power in northern India. The Jai Vilas Palace in Gwalior was built by Maharaja Jayajirao Scindia. The famous Gwalior Fort was under Scindia control. The Scindias (now spelled Scindia) remain prominent in Indian politics.
The Betwa river originates from which area in Madhya Pradesh?
Correct Answer: A. Vindhya hills near Bhopal
The Betwa river originates from the Vindhya hills near Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh. It flows northeast through MP, passing through Vidisha, Orchha, and enters Uttar Pradesh before joining the Yamuna river near Hamirpur. The Rajghat Dam and Matatila Dam are built on the Betwa. The river is associated with the heritage city of Orchha.