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HP GK Questions with Answers & Quiz

  1. In which district of Himachal Pradesh is the famous Baijnath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, located?

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    Answer: Kangra.

  2. 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.

  3. Yamuna river leaves Himachal Pradesh at which place?

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    Tajewala

  4. Who wrote ‘Tryst with Tigers (1967) and Ramblings in Tigerland (1970)?

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    Sher Jung

  5. Which pass in Himachal Pradesh is known as the “Gateway to Lahaul” and connects Kullu Valley to Lahaul and Spiti Valley?

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    Ans: Rohtang Pass

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