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HP GK Questions with Answers & Quiz

  1. 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

  2. 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.

  3. Which wildlife sanctuary in Himachal Pradesh is known for its population of the Himalayan Monal and is a haven for birdwatchers?

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    Answer: Tirthan Wildlife Sanctuary.

  4. 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.

  5. Which State starts Mukhya Mantri 1 Bigha Scheme?

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    Himachal Pradesh.

    Description: Himachal Pradesh Government launched an innovative and ambitious scheme Mukhya Mantri 1 Bigha Scheme. The scheme envisages strengthening of rural economy by linking Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) under which a woman or her family who owns a land up to one bigha (or 0.4 hectare) can raise a backyard kitchen garden by growing vegetables and fruits.

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