1 November 1956
HP GK Questions with Answers & Quiz
Q. On which date Himachal Pradesh became Union Territory?
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Q. Which Pass connects Lahaul with Zanskar?
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Kang La Pass
Description: The Kang La Pass connects Lahaul with Zanskar valley on to the Ladakh. Kang La Pass was the traditional route used by Lahaulis to cross over into Zanskar.
Q. Daranghati Sanctuary located in which district?
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Shimla
Description: The Daranghati Sanctuary (171.5 sq.km) is located in Shimla District Rampur Bushahr, Himachal Pradesh.
Q. Which national park in Himachal Pradesh is known for its population of the endangered Himalayan Musk Deer?
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Answer: Pin Valley National Park.
Q. When Shimla was declared as the Summer Capital of British India?
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1864
Description: In 1864, Shimla was declared as the summer capital of British India. Earlier Murree, northeast of Rawalpindi (now in Pakistan) was the summer Capital of British India.