Baghal
Description: The state was founded 11th century and Arki was declared its capital by Rana Sabha Chand in 1643.
HP GK Questions with Answers & Quiz
Q. Arki was the capital of which princely Hill state?
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Q. Which Pass connects Kinnaur district with China?
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Shipki La
Description: Shipki La is a mountain pass and border post with a dozen buildings of significant size on the India-China border. It is located in Kinnaur district in the state of Himachal Pradesh and Tibet, China. The pass is one of India’s border posts for trade with Tibet.
The river Sutlej, which is called Langqên Zangbo in Tibet, enters India (from Tibet) near this pass. The pass is close to town of Khab.
Q. Where is the Mahima Public Library?
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Nahan
Description: Mahima Library is one of oldest library in Himachal. It’s housed at Nahan in Sirmour district of Himachal Pradesh. The library that was constructed in 19th century. It has been dedicated to Princess Mahima, daughter of Maharaja Shamsher Prakash, since she was keen of reading and had a wish that every person in the area should adopt the habit of reading. However, princess Mahima died at the age of 12, and in memory of her, Maharaja Shamsher Prakash established library.
Q. Which is the longest river in Himachal Pradesh?
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Answer: Sutlej River.
Q. Which is the highest cricket ground in the world, located in Chail, Himachal Pradesh?
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Answer: Chail Cricket Ground.