Q31. Which famous Punjabi singer is known as the “Nightingale of Punjab”?
a) Gurdas Maan
b) Surinder Kaur
c) Hans Raj Hans
d) Noor Jehan
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Correct Answer: b) Surinder Kaur
Explanation: Surinder Kaur, often referred to as the “Nightingale of Punjab,” was a pioneering singer of Punjabi folk music. Her career spanned nearly six decades, during which she recorded over 2000 songs. She was awarded the Padma Shri and the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for her contributions to music.
Q32. Which city in Punjab is famous for the Golden Temple?
a) Ludhiana
b) Jalandhar
c) Amritsar
d) Patiala
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Correct Answer: c) Amritsar
Explanation: Amritsar is renowned for the Golden Temple, also known as Harmandir Sahib, which is the holiest Gurdwara of Sikhism. It attracts millions of visitors and pilgrims from around the world each year.
Q33. What is the primary occupation of the majority of Punjab’s population?
a) Industry
b) Agriculture
c) Information Technology
d) Tourism
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Correct Answer: b) Agriculture
Explanation: Agriculture is the primary occupation for the majority of Punjab’s population. The state is known as the “Granary of India” due to its significant contribution to the country’s wheat and rice production.
Q34. Which festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm in Punjab, marking the harvest of the Rabi crops?
a) Diwali
b) Holi
c) Baisakhi
d) Lohri
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Correct Answer: c) Baisakhi
Explanation: Baisakhi is celebrated with great enthusiasm in Punjab to mark the harvest of the Rabi crops. It is also significant for Sikhs as it commemorates the formation of the Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699.
Q35. Which historical event is commemorated by the Jallianwala Bagh memorial in Amritsar?
a) The First War of Independence
b) The Partition of India
c) The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre
d) The Quit India Movement
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Correct Answer: c) The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre
Explanation: The Jallianwala Bagh memorial in Amritsar commemorates the massacre that took place on April 13, 1919, when British troops fired on a peaceful gathering, killing hundreds of unarmed civilians. This event was a significant turning point in the Indian independence movement.
Q36. Which city in Punjab is known for its sports goods industry?
a) Ludhiana
b) Jalandhar
c) Amritsar
d) Patiala
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Correct Answer: b) Jalandhar
Explanation: Jalandhar is famous for its sports goods industry, producing a wide range of sports equipment that is exported worldwide. The city is a major hub for manufacturing cricket bats, hockey sticks, and other sports gear.
Q37. Which of the following is a traditional Punjabi festival that marks the end of winter?
a) Diwali
b) Lohri
c) Holi
d) Raksha Bandhan
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Correct Answer: b) Lohri
Explanation: Lohri is a traditional Punjabi festival celebrated to mark the end of winter. It is observed on January 13th and involves lighting bonfires, singing folk songs, and dancing to celebrate the harvest of sugarcane and other winter crops.
Q38. What is the name of the traditional Punjabi attire for women?
a) Sari
b) Salwar Kameez
c) Lehenga
d) Ghagra Choli
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Correct Answer: b) Salwar Kameez
Explanation: The Salwar Kameez is the traditional attire for women in Punjab. It consists of a long tunic (kameez) paired with loose-fitting trousers (salwar) and is often accompanied by a dupatta (scarf).
Q39. Which famous Punjabi poet is known for his work “Jindua”?
a) Shiv Kumar Batalvi
b) Amrita Pritam
c) Waris Shah
d) Bulleh Shah
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Correct Answer: a) Shiv Kumar Batalvi
Explanation: Shiv Kumar Batalvi, a renowned Punjabi poet, is known for his poignant and romantic poetry, including the famous work “Jindua.” His poetry often explores themes of love, loss, and longing.
Q40. Which city in Punjab is known for its phulkari embroidery?
a) Amritsar
b) Ludhiana
c) Patiala
d) Jalandhar
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Correct Answer: c) Patiala
Explanation: Patiala is famous for its phulkari embroidery, a traditional Punjabi textile art characterized by intricate floral patterns. Phulkari is often used to decorate shawls, dupattas, and other garments.