General Awareness ยท Geography

Indian State Culture and Geography

4,201 Questions

Test your knowledge of regional cuisines, traditional handlooms, agricultural belts, and iconic monuments across various Indian states. These questions form a core part of the static general knowledge syllabus. This material is highly relevant for SSC, railway, state PSC, and civil services examinations.

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Indian State Culture and Geography Questions

Multiple choice

Which regional literary tradition is known for its rich tradition of epic poetry and has influenced the development of traditional folk music genres?

  1. Tamil Literature

  2. Kannada Literature

  3. Telugu Literature

  4. Malayalam Literature
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Explanation

Tamil Literature, particularly through its epic poems like Silappatikaram and Manimekalai, has significantly influenced the development of traditional folk music genres like Villu Pattu and Parai Attam.

Multiple choice

In which region of India did the Sattriya dance form, known for its energetic movements and vibrant costumes, originate and flourish?

  1. Assam

  2. Meghalaya

  3. Arunachal Pradesh

  4. Nagaland
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Explanation

The Sattriya dance form originated and flourished in the northeastern Indian state of Assam, with its roots in traditional Vaishnava monasteries.

Multiple choice

Which Princely State issued coins featuring images of Hindu deities and symbols?

  1. Bikaner

  2. Jaipur

  3. Jodhpur

  4. Udaipur
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Explanation

The Princely State of Jaipur issued coins featuring images of Hindu deities and symbols, reflecting the strong religious and cultural traditions of the region.

Multiple choice

Which state has Kabaddi as its official sport?

  1. Punjab

  2. Maharashtra

  3. Karnataka

  4. Uttar Pradesh
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Explanation

Kabaddi is the official sport of Punjab, a state in northern India.

Multiple choice

Which state has Mallakhamb as its official sport?

  1. Madhya Pradesh

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Gujarat

  4. Maharashtra
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Explanation

Mallakhamb is the official sport of Maharashtra, a state in western India.

Multiple choice

Which state has Gatka as its official sport?

  1. Punjab

  2. Haryana

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Uttar Pradesh
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Explanation

Gatka is the official sport of Punjab, a state in northern India.

Multiple choice

Which state has Kalaripayattu as its official sport?

  1. Kerala

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Karnataka

  4. Andhra Pradesh
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Explanation

Kalaripayattu is the official sport of Kerala, a state in southern India.

Multiple choice

Which state has Silambam as its official sport?

  1. Tamil Nadu

  2. Kerala

  3. Karnataka

  4. Andhra Pradesh
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Explanation

Silambam is the official sport of Tamil Nadu, a state in southern India.

Multiple choice

Which state has Kabaddi as its official sport?

  1. Punjab

  2. Haryana

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Uttar Pradesh
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Kabaddi is the official sport of Punjab, a state in northern India.

Multiple choice

Which state has Mallakhamb as its official sport?

  1. Madhya Pradesh

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Gujarat

  4. Maharashtra
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Mallakhamb is the official sport of Maharashtra, a state in western India.

Multiple choice

Which state has Gatka as its official sport?

  1. Punjab

  2. Haryana

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Uttar Pradesh
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Gatka is the official sport of Punjab, a state in northern India.

Multiple choice

Which state has Kalaripayattu as its official sport?

  1. Kerala

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Karnataka

  4. Andhra Pradesh
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Kalaripayattu is the official sport of Kerala, a state in southern India.

Multiple choice

Which state has Silambam as its official sport?

  1. Tamil Nadu

  2. Kerala

  3. Karnataka

  4. Andhra Pradesh
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Explanation

Silambam is the official sport of Tamil Nadu, a state in southern India.

Multiple choice

Which region of India is known for its seafood dishes?

  1. Coastal Karnataka

  2. Kerala

  3. Goa

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Coastal Karnataka, Kerala, and Goa are all known for their seafood dishes.

Multiple choice

Which region of India is known for its sweets and desserts?

  1. West Bengal

  2. Odisha

  3. Rajasthan

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

West Bengal, Odisha, and Rajasthan are all known for their sweets and desserts.