Q41. Which city in Maharashtra is famous for its Paithani sarees?
a) Pune
b) Aurangabad
c) Paithan
d) Solapur
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Correct Answer: c) Paithan
Explanation: Paithan, a town in Aurangabad district, is famous for its Paithani sarees. These sarees are known for their intricate designs, vibrant colors, and rich silk fabric. Paithani sarees are considered a symbol of Maharashtrian culture and heritage.
Q42. Which fort in Maharashtra is known for the historic battle between Shivaji Maharaj and Afzal Khan?
a) Raigad Fort
b) Pratapgad Fort
c) Sinhagad Fort
d) Shivneri Fort
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Correct Answer: b) Pratapgad Fort
Explanation: Pratapgad Fort, located in Satara district, is known for the historic battle between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Afzal Khan in 1659. The fort is a significant site in Maratha history and offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Q43. Which wildlife sanctuary in Maharashtra is famous for the Great Indian Bustard?
a) Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve
b) Navegaon National Park
c) Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary
d) Nannaj Wildlife Sanctuary
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Correct Answer: d) Nannaj Wildlife Sanctuary
Explanation: Nannaj Wildlife Sanctuary, located in Solapur district, is famous for the Great Indian Bustard, a critically endangered bird species. The sanctuary provides a protected habitat for these birds and is a key conservation area in Maharashtra.
Q44. Which city in Maharashtra is known for its historic caves and the Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga temple?
a) Pune
b) Aurangabad
c) Nashik
d) Nagpur
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Correct Answer: b) Aurangabad
Explanation: Aurangabad is known for its historic Ajanta and Ellora caves, as well as the Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva. The city is a major tourist destination with rich cultural and historical significance.
Q45. Which dance form is traditionally performed during Ganesh Chaturthi in Maharashtra?
a) Lavani
b) Dandiya
c) Tamasha
d) Lezim
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Correct Answer: d) Lezim
Explanation: Lezim is a traditional folk dance form performed during Ganesh Chaturthi and other festivals in Maharashtra. It involves rhythmic movements with a small musical instrument called ‘Lezim’. The dance is energetic and often performed in groups.
Q46. Which city in Maharashtra is known for its textile industry and famous for Solapur chadars?
a) Mumbai
b) Pune
c) Solapur
d) Nagpur
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Correct Answer: c) Solapur
Explanation: Solapur is known for its textile industry and is famous for its Solapur chadars (bed sheets) and towels. The city has a long history of textile manufacturing and is a major center for cotton mills in Maharashtra.
Q47. Which historical figure from Maharashtra was a prominent leader of the Bhakti movement?
a) Sant Tukaram
b) Sant Dnyaneshwar
c) Sant Eknath
d) All of the above
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Correct Answer: d) All of the above
Explanation: Sant Tukaram, Sant Dnyaneshwar, and Sant Eknath were all prominent leaders of the Bhakti movement in Maharashtra. They composed devotional poetry and preached the importance of devotion to God, social equality, and moral values.
Q48. Which city in Maharashtra is known for its annual international film festival?
a) Mumbai
b) Pune
c) Nashik
d) Nagpur
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Correct Answer: b) Pune
Explanation: Pune is known for its annual Pune International Film Festival (PIFF), which showcases films from around the world. The festival attracts filmmakers, actors, and cinema enthusiasts and is a significant event in the city’s cultural calendar.
Q49. Which historical monument in Maharashtra is also known as the ‘Gateway to India’?
a) Gateway of India
b) India Gate
c) Charminar
d) Qutub Minar
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Correct Answer: a) Gateway of India
Explanation: The Gateway of India, located in Mumbai, is a historic monument built during the British Raj. It was inaugurated in 1924 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to India. The monument is a popular tourist attraction and a symbol of Mumbai.
Q50. Which famous Marathi author wrote the novel ‘Mrityunjay’?
a) V. S. Khandekar
b) Shivaji Sawant
c) P. L. Deshpande
d) Ranjit Desai
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Correct Answer: b) Shivaji Sawant
Explanation: Shivaji Sawant is the author of the famous Marathi novel ‘Mrityunjay’, which is based on the life of Karna, a key character from the Indian epic Mahabharata. The novel is acclaimed for its literary excellence and deep philosophical insights.