July 2008
HP GK Questions with Answers & Quiz
Q. When Kalka Shimla rail track included in UNESCO world heritage?
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Q. Who has been honoured with Himachal Gaurav Purskar-2019?
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Padamshri Dr. Jagat Ram
Description: Himachal Pradesh Government honoured Padamshri Dr. Jagat Ram with ‘Himachal Gaurav Purskar-2019’. Dr Jagat Ram is currently holding a post of Director of Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh. He has been conferred with the honour for his outstanding services in health sector.
Q. Which ancient temple in Himachal Pradesh is dedicated to Goddess Hadimba, the wife of Bhima from the Mahabharata?
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Answer: Hadimba Devi Temple in Manali
Q. Which Pass connects Rohru with Dodra Kwar?
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Chanshal Pass
Description: Chanshal Pass connect Rohru with Dodra Kwar of Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh. Chanshal Pass elevation is 3750 meters, and seasonable road connecting Rohru and Dodra Kwar.
The pass sits atop Chanshal Peak, which at 4,520 metres (14,830 ft) is the highest peak in the Shimla district. The pass remains open from May to October and is covered with snow for the rest of the year.
Q. Which Mountain range separate Kinnaur and Spiti from Tibet?
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Zaskar Range
Description: The Zaskar Range separates Kinnaur and Spiti from Tibet. It has peaks up to 7,026 m high. Some of the well-known peaks are Shilla (7,026 m) and Riwo Phargyul (6,791 m); these are among the highest peaks in this range. There are many glaciers over the Zaskar and the Great Himalayan ranges.