On 25 January, 1971
Description: Formerly a union territory, Himachal Pradesh became a state of India on January 25, 1971
HP GK Questions with Answers & Quiz
Q. When Himachal Pradesh was given Statehood?
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Q. When did Himachal Pradesh was constituted?
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15th April, 1948
Q. In which district is the famous Prashar Lake located, known for its floating island?
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Answer: Mandi.
Q. When British completed a narrow-gauge railway between Shimla and Kalka?
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1903
Description: In 1903, the British had completed a narrow-gauge railway, whose diminutive locomotive led to its being called the “toy” train, to Shimla from Kalka. The UNESCO-recognized train route passes through 102 tunnels and crosses over 850 bridges.
Q. Who introduced Buddhism in the Lahaul Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh?
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Padmasambhan
Description: Padmasambhan, who was a missionary, visited Lahaul-Spiti in the 8th century and introduced Buddhism in the Lahaul Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh