Q31. Which famous cricket stadium in Maharashtra is known as the ‘Home of Mumbai Indians’?
a) Brabourne Stadium
b) Wankhede Stadium
c) DY Patil Stadium
d) VCA Stadium
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Correct Answer: b) Wankhede Stadium
Explanation: Wankhede Stadium, located in Mumbai, is the home ground of the Mumbai Indians, an Indian Premier League (IPL) team. The stadium has a capacity of around 33,000 and has hosted numerous significant cricket matches, including the 2011 ICC World Cup final.
Q32. Which city in Maharashtra is known as the ‘Oxford of the East’?
a) Mumbai
b) Pune
c) Nashik
d) Nagpur
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Correct Answer: b) Pune
Explanation: Pune is often referred to as the ‘Oxford of the East’ due to its numerous prestigious educational institutions and universities. The city is a major educational hub in India, attracting students from all over the country and abroad.
Q33. Which is the largest district in Maharashtra by area?
a) Pune
b) Nashik
c) Ahmednagar
d) Nagpur
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Correct Answer: c) Ahmednagar
Explanation: Ahmednagar is the largest district in Maharashtra by area, covering approximately 17,048 square kilometers. It is known for its historical sites, including the Ahmednagar Fort and the tomb of Salabat Khan.
Q34. Which festival is celebrated with great fervor in Pandharpur, Maharashtra?
a) Diwali
b) Holi
c) Ganesh Chaturthi
d) Ashadhi Ekadashi
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Correct Answer: d) Ashadhi Ekadashi
Explanation: Ashadhi Ekadashi is celebrated with great fervor in Pandharpur, Maharashtra. It marks the culmination of the annual pilgrimage (Wari) to the Vithoba temple in Pandharpur, attracting millions of devotees who walk from various parts of the state.
Q35. Who was the first woman doctor in India, hailing from Maharashtra?
a) Savitribai Phule
b) Anandibai Joshi
c) Tarabai Shinde
d) Ramabai Ranade
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Correct Answer: b) Anandibai Joshi
Explanation: Anandibai Joshi was the first woman doctor in India. Born in Pune, Maharashtra, she graduated with a degree in medicine from the Women’s Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1886. Her achievement was groundbreaking for women’s education in India.
Q36. Which is the second capital of Maharashtra?
a) Pune
b) Nagpur
c) Nashik
d) Aurangabad
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Correct Answer: b) Nagpur
Explanation: Nagpur serves as the second capital of Maharashtra. It is also known as the winter capital and hosts the winter session of the Maharashtra state legislature. Nagpur is a major political and commercial center in the Vidarbha region.
Q37. Which river originates from the Trimbak hills in Maharashtra?
a) Krishna
b) Godavari
c) Tapi
d) Bhima
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Correct Answer: b) Godavari
Explanation: The Godavari River originates from the Trimbak hills in Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is the second longest river in India and is considered sacred. The river flows eastward across the Deccan Plateau into the Bay of Bengal.
Q38. Which famous Marathi playwright wrote ‘Natsamrat’?
a) Vijay Tendulkar
b) P. L. Deshpande
c) V. Shantaram
d) Kusumagraj
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Correct Answer: d) Kusumagraj
Explanation: ‘Natsamrat’ is a famous Marathi play written by V. V. Shirwadkar, popularly known as Kusumagraj. The play, which depicts the life of a retired stage actor, is considered a classic in Marathi literature and has been adapted into films and stage performances.
Q39. Which city in Maharashtra is known for its Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
a) Pune
b) Mumbai
c) Nashik
d) Aurangabad
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Correct Answer: b) Mumbai
Explanation: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), formerly known as Victoria Terminus, is a historic railway station in Mumbai and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is an architectural marvel and a major landmark in the city.
Q40. Which is the highest waterfall in Maharashtra?
a) Vajrai Waterfall
b) Thoseghar Waterfall
c) Kune Waterfall
d) Dhobi Waterfall
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Correct Answer: a) Vajrai Waterfall
Explanation: Vajrai Waterfall, located near Satara, is the highest waterfall in Maharashtra. It has a height of approximately 853 feet and is a popular tourist attraction, especially during the monsoon season.