➤ Who was the first Governor of the full-fledged state of Himachal Pradesh?
- A.C. Mehta
- N.C. Mehta
- Chakravarti
- Jaiwant Ram
Explanation: Chakravarti was appointed as the first Governor when Himachal Pradesh became a full-fledged state on January 25, 1971.
➤ Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission was created on:
- March 8, 1967
- April 8, 1971
- September 10, 1972
- January 9, 1967
Explanation: The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission was established on April 8, 1971, to facilitate recruitment for various civil services and administrative posts in the state.
➤ Who was appointed as the first woman chief justice of Himachal Pradesh?
- Justice Abhilasha Kumari
- Justice Indu Malhotra
- Justice Indira Banerjee
- Justice Leila Seth
Explanation: Justice Leila Seth was appointed as the first woman Chief Justice of Himachal Pradesh High Court in 1991, breaking barriers for women in the judiciary.
➤ In which of the following year was the Himachal Pradesh Public Services Guarantee Act passed?
- 2001
- 2007
- 2010
- 2011
Explanation: The Himachal Pradesh Public Services Guarantee Act was passed in 2011 to ensure timely delivery of public services to citizens and enhance transparency and accountability.
➤ Panini mentions ‘Trigarta’ as:
- Ayudhajivi Sangh
- Kingdom of Pearl
- Virat Janpad
- None of these
Explanation: Panini, the ancient Sanskrit grammarian, refers to ‘Trigarta’ as Ayudhajivi Sangh, indicating a region or group associated with weaponry or military service.
➤ The word ‘Begar’ is a:
- Hindi word
- Sanskrit word
- Persian word
- Arabic word
Explanation: ‘Begar’ is derived from Persian and refers to forced labor or unpaid work imposed on individuals.
➤ Indian Institute of Advanced Studies, Shimla was previously known as:
- Peter Holf
- Viceroy Regal Lodge
- Rothney Castle
- Kennedy Bhawan
Explanation: Before becoming the Indian Institute of Advanced Studies, the building was known as the Viceroy Regal Lodge and served as the summer residence of British Viceroys.
➤ Pajhoutha area, where Pajhoutha Movement started, lies in which tehsil of Sirmour District?
- Renuka Ji
- Rajgarh
- Pacchad
- Shillai
Explanation: The Pajhoutha Movement, a significant socio-political movement in Himachal Pradesh, began in the Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmour District.
➤ During which year did Kullu acquire the status of a full district?
- 1963
- 1972
- 1966
- 1975
Explanation: Kullu was granted full district status in 1963, recognizing its administrative and geographical significance.
➤ Which district in Himachal Pradesh has the highest percentage distribution of net sown area during 2011-12?
- Sirmour
- Kangra
- Una
- Solan
Explanation: Kangra district had the highest percentage distribution of net sown area in Himachal Pradesh during the 2011-12 period due to its extensive agricultural activities.
➤ Which of the following is not a medium irrigation project in Himachal Pradesh?
- Shahnehar Project
- Changer Project
- Sidhatha project
- Balh Valley project
Explanation: The Shahnehar Project is not classified as a medium irrigation project in Himachal Pradesh. The other listed projects are categorized as medium irrigation schemes.
➤ At which of the following places does the Yamuna River enter the territory of Himachal Pradesh?
- Paonla Sahib
- Khadar Majri
- Shipki
- Sansari
Explanation: The Yamuna River enters Himachal Pradesh at Khadar Majri, marking its transition into the state’s territory.
➤ Which of the following is not a well-known handicraft of Himachal Pradesh?
- Wooden Carvings
- Embroidery
- Paintings
- Brass furniture
Explanation: Brass furniture is not traditionally recognized as a well-known handicraft of Himachal Pradesh. The state’s handicrafts prominently include wooden carvings, embroidery, and paintings.
➤ Nicholas Roerich, associated with the famous Roerich Art Gallery at Naggar, belongs to which of the following countries?
- Germany
- Russia
- Poland
- France
Explanation: Nicholas Roerich was a Russian painter and philosopher, whose art gallery in Naggar is renowned for showcasing his work and contributions to art.
➤ The beautiful Nagara art temples found in Himachal Pradesh are representative of:
- Chola art
- Gupta art
- Aryan art
- Buddhist art
Explanation: The Nagara art style, seen in Himachal Pradesh’s temples, represents Gupta art, known for its intricate and elegant architectural features from the Gupta period.
➤ What is the local meaning of Shigri in Himachal Pradesh?
- Glacier
- Stream
- Khad
- Ghat
Explanation: In Himachal Pradesh, ‘Shigri’ refers to a glacier, emphasizing the region’s icy and mountainous terrain.
➤ According to the 2011 census, which district of Himachal Pradesh has the highest sex ratio?
- Hamirpur
- Kangra
- Mandi
- Chamba
Explanation: According to the 2011 census, Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh has the highest sex ratio, reflecting demographic trends in the region.
➤ To which district of Himachal Pradesh does the largest number of fair price shops belong during 2017-18?
- Mandi
- Shimla
- Kangra
- Chamba
Explanation: Kangra district had the largest number of fair price shops in Himachal Pradesh during the 2017-18 period, serving a substantial population.
➤ Which of the following is not a component of the ‘Him Pargati’ monitoring system in Himachal Pradesh?
- Welfare
- Employment generation
- Jan-Manch
- Forest
Explanation: The ‘Him Pargati’ monitoring system includes components such as Welfare, Employment Generation, and Jan-Manch, but does not specifically include ‘Forest’ as a component.
➤ Which of the following is not an herbal resource center in Himachal Pradesh?
- Dumreda
- Jangal Thalera
- Nagni
- Jogindernagar
Explanation: Nagni is not listed as an herbal resource center in Himachal Pradesh, while Dumreda, Jangal Thalera, and Jogindernagar are recognized for their contributions to herbal resources.
In each question select the appropriate word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
21. The teacher rejected his ludicrous proposal.
- Reasonable
- Stupid
- Farcical
- Awkward
The word “ludicrous” means something that is absurd or ridiculous, so “farcical” is the most appropriate synonym.
22. Squandering of money is a bad habit.
- Stealing
- Discarding
- Donating
- Hoarding
Squandering means to waste something, especially money, recklessly. Hoarding is the opposite, meaning to accumulate and save, thus it’s not the correct antonym here.
Fill in the blank with the correct preposition:
23. The slave refused to grovel __ the feet of the master.
- On
- By
- At
- Upon
The correct preposition in this context is “at,” as “grovel at the feet” is the common expression.
Directions for below Question. Find one-word equivalent for the sentence given below:
➤ Government by divine laws.
- plutocracy
- theocracy
- oligarchy
- meritocracy
Theocracy is a form of government in which priests rule in the name of God or a god.
➤ A small hill or mound is called as
- hilly
- seat
- knoll
- minion
A knoll is a small, rounded hill or mound.
Fill in the blank by choosing the correct connector given below:
➤ Scarcely had he gone, his friend knocked at the door.
- when
- but
- as
- than
The correct conjunction to use in this sentence is “when.” The phrase “scarcely had he gone” is typically followed by “when” to indicate that one event happened immediately after another.
Directions for below Questions. Fill in the blanks with proper idiom & phrase given below.
➤ Ram’s all excuses seem a _______ story.
- lock and key
- safe and sound
- dove and cat
- cock and bull
The phrase “cock and bull story” refers to an absurd, improbable story, often used as an excuse.
➤ Blood and Bones are _______ of the human body.
- to and fro
- warp and woof
- quite and quiet
- buzz and bleat
The phrase “warp and woof” refers to the essential foundation or structure of something, analogous to how blood and bones are fundamental components of the human body.
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