Q31. Which district in Odisha has the highest number of wildlife sanctuaries?
a) Mayurbhanj
b) Sundargarh
c) Kendujhar
d) Ganjam
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Correct Answer: a) Mayurbhanj
Explanation: Mayurbhanj district in Odisha has the highest number of wildlife sanctuaries, including the famous Simlipal National Park, which is a tiger reserve and a biodiversity hotspot.
Q32. Which dynasty is credited with the construction of the Konark Sun Temple?
a) Ganga Dynasty
b) Maurya Dynasty
c) Gupta Dynasty
d) Chola Dynasty
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Correct Answer: a) Ganga Dynasty
Explanation: The Konark Sun Temple was constructed by King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty in the 13th century. It is renowned for its architectural grandeur and intricate stone carvings.
Q33. Which festival in Odisha marks the beginning of the agricultural season?
a) Raja Parba
b) Makar Sankranti
c) Nuakhai
d) Dola Purnima
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Correct Answer: a) Raja Parba
Explanation: Raja Parba is a festival in Odisha that marks the beginning of the agricultural season. It is celebrated with great enthusiasm, especially by women, and involves various traditional games, songs, and rituals.
Q34. Which city in Odisha is known as the “Silver City” due to its historical significance?
a) Bhubaneswar
b) Puri
c) Cuttack
d) Rourkela
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Correct Answer: c) Cuttack
Explanation: Cuttack is known as the “Silver City” of Odisha due to its historical significance and the presence of numerous silver filigree works. It was also the former capital of Odisha before Bhubaneswar.
Q35. Which famous sanctuary in Odisha is a major nesting site for Olive Ridley turtles?
a) Simlipal National Park
b) Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary
c) Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary
d) Chandaka Elephant Reserve
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Correct Answer: c) Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary
Explanation: Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary, located along the coast of Odisha, is a major nesting site for Olive Ridley turtles. It is one of the world’s largest nesting grounds for these endangered sea turtles.
Q36. Which is the largest district in Odisha by area?
a) Mayurbhanj
b) Ganjam
c) Kalahandi
d) Sundargarh
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Correct Answer: a) Mayurbhanj
Explanation: Mayurbhanj is the largest district in Odisha by area. It is known for its rich biodiversity, including the Simlipal National Park, and its cultural heritage.
Q37. Which famous Odia poet wrote “Gita Govinda”?
a) Jayadeva
b) Sarala Das
c) Upendra Bhanja
d) Fakir Mohan Senapati
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Correct Answer: a) Jayadeva
Explanation: Jayadeva, a famous Odia poet, wrote the “Gita Govinda,” a 12th-century Sanskrit text. It is a lyrical poem that describes the divine love of Krishna and Radha and is highly revered in Odia and Indian literature.
Q38. Which district in Odisha is known for its rich deposits of bauxite?
a) Koraput
b) Sundargarh
c) Keonjhar
d) Angul
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Correct Answer: a) Koraput
Explanation: Koraput district in Odisha is known for its rich deposits of bauxite, which is a primary ore for aluminum production. The district’s mineral wealth significantly contributes to the state’s economy.
Q39. Which famous Odia leader is known as the “Architect of Modern Odisha”?
a) Biju Patnaik
b) Gopabandhu Das
c) Madhusudan Das
d) Nabakrushna Choudhury
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Correct Answer: a) Biju Patnaik
Explanation: Biju Patnaik is known as the “Architect of Modern Odisha” for his contributions to the state’s development. He was a prominent freedom fighter, politician, and Chief Minister of Odisha, known for his visionary leadership.
Q40. Which river is the main source of water for the Hirakud Dam?
a) Brahmani
b) Baitarani
c) Subarnarekha
d) Mahanadi
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Correct Answer: d) Mahanadi
Explanation: The Hirakud Dam, one of the longest earthen dams in the world, is built across the Mahanadi River. It plays a crucial role in flood control, irrigation, and hydroelectric power generation in Odisha.