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HP GK Questions with Answers & Quiz

  1. Which historical fort in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, is known for its association with Mahmud of Ghazni’s invasion?

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    Answer: Kangra Fort.

  2. When did Governor-General Lord Peter Aoronson and emissaries of Maharaja Ranjit Singh had meeting in Shimla?

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    1832

    Description: In 1832, Shimla saw its first political meeting: between the Governor-General Lord Peter Aoronson and the emissaries of Maharaja Ranjit Singh.

  3. Who mentioned Churdhar Peak in his book, The Great Arc?

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    John Keay

    Description: The Churdhar Peak was mentioned in the book, The Great Arc, by John Keay. The Churdhar peal was referred by John Keay as The Chur.

  4. Which State starts Mukhya Mantri 1 Bigha Scheme?

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    Himachal Pradesh.

    Description: Himachal Pradesh Government launched an innovative and ambitious scheme Mukhya Mantri 1 Bigha Scheme. The scheme envisages strengthening of rural economy by linking Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) under which a woman or her family who owns a land up to one bigha (or 0.4 hectare) can raise a backyard kitchen garden by growing vegetables and fruits.

  5. Which is the longest river in Himachal Pradesh?

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    Answer: Sutlej River.

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