Punjab State

Q. A dance form of the state in which people use swords, sticks and daggers and was started by Guru Hargobind Singh.

A
Jaago
B
Bhangra
C
Giddha
D
Gatka

Correct Answer

Gatka

More Questions on Punjab

  • Q. It is a traditional musical instrument which makes low clap sound and its literal meaning is ‘squirrel’. What is it?
    A)Saranda
    B)Kato
    C)Taus
    D)Sapp
    Answer: Kato
  • Q. Before partition which city was the main centre of Punjabi Film?
    A)Multan
    B)Lahore
    C)Patiala
    D)Jalandhar
    Answer: Lahore
  • Q. The Punjab Government under urban development schemes, plans to develop a ‘medicity’ in which place?
    A)Sangrur
    B)Mohali
    C)Ludhiana
    D)Pathankot
    Answer: Mohali
  • Q. Which of the following script was introduced in the Western Part (Punjab) by the Mauryan emperor Ashoka through his inscriptions?
    A)Kharosthi
    B)Greek
    C)Sanskrit
    D)Brahmi
    Answer: Brahmi
  • Q. Who were known as Panj Pyare?
    A)Five person who were given the surname of Singh and must wear the five symbols, i.e., five K.s.
    B)Five person who were baptised by Guru Gobind Singh Ji
    C)Five disciples of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji
    D)Both (A) and (B)
    Answer: Both (A) and (B)
  • Q. Which of the following areas is a part of the Thar Desert from Punjab?
    A)Bist doab
    B)The Sindh-Sagar doab
    C)Bari doab
    D)Rachna doab
    Answer: The Sindh-Sagar doab
  • Q. Percentage of Scheduled Caste Population in Punjab among all state of India is the
    A)lowest
    B)highest
    C)significant one
    D)None of these
    Answer: highest
  • Q. The popular sport of Punjab, Kickboxing is a …………… .
    A)Rural sport
    B)Martial arts sport
    C)Urban sport
    D)Type of wrestling
    Answer: Martial arts sport
  • Q. Which songs of Punjab are sung during the celebrations of harvest?
    A)Baisakhi songs
    B)Teeyan songs
    C)Boli songs
    D)None of these
    Answer: Baisakhi songs
  • Q. Which of the following university of Punjab is only the second university in the world to be named after a Language, after ‘Hebrew University’ of Israel?
    A)Punjabi University, Patiala
    B)Punjab University
    C)Guru Nanak Dev, University
    D)None of the above
    Answer: Punjabi University, Patiala
  • Q. Consider the following statements 1. Hari Singh Nalwa was the Commander-in-Chief of the Khalsa army. 2. He was known for his conquest of Sialkot, Attock and Kashmir. 3. He established a mint on behalf of Sikh Empire to facilitate revenue collection in Kashmir. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct about Hari Singh Nalwa?
    A)Only 1
    B)Only 3
    C)1 and 2
    D)All of these
    Answer: All of these
  • Q. Gurdwara Arisar Sahib is located at
    A)Bathinda
    B)Barnala
    C)Ludhiana
    D)None of these
    Answer: Barnala
  • Q. Why is AD 1716 important in the history of Punjab?
    A)Death of Aurangzeb
    B)Death of Guru Gobind Singh Ji
    C)Killing of Banda Singh Bahadur
    D)Victory of Sirhind by Banda Singh Bahadur
    Answer: Killing of Banda Singh Bahadur
  • Q. Consider the following statements 1. In 1950, two separate states were created, Punjab included the former Raj province of Punjab, while Princely States were combined into a new state, the Patiala and East Punjab States Union. (PEPSU). 2. In 1956, PEPSU was merged into the Punjab state. 3. Shimla was named temporary capital of the Punjab. 4. Himachal Pradesh was created as a Union Territory from several Princely states and Kangra district. Which of the statement(s) is/are correct?
    A)3, 4
    B)1, 2, 2003
    C)2, 3, 2004
    D)All of the above
    Answer: 1, 2, 2003
  • Q. The State Government of Punjab launched scheme to provide assistance for pregnant women, which is known as
    A)Mata Sita Kalyan Scheme
    B)Mata Kaushalya Kalyan Scheme
    C)Pradan Mantri Suswasthya Yojana
    D)None of the above
    Answer: Mata Kaushalya Kalyan Scheme
  • Q. Consider the following statements related to musical instruments. 1. Dhol is a barrel-shaped wooden drum with a mounted skin on both sides. 2. Dhadd is an instrument of Damru style. 3. Modern Sarangis contain 40-50 sympathetic string running under the main string. 4. Bugchu is an instrument made of dried gourd. Which of the statements given above are correct?
    A)2 and 4
    B)1 and 2
    C)1, 2 and 4
    D)2, 3 and 4
    Answer: 1, 2 and 4
  • Q. Veterinary and Animal Sciences University established at Ludhiana is named after which Guru?
    A)Guru Amardas
    B)Guru Ramdas
    C)Guru Angad Dev
    D)Guru Harkrishan
    Answer: Guru Angad Dev
  • Q. Which of the following was the longest serving Cabinet Minister of India?
    A)Harkishan Singh Surjit
    B)Gaini Zail Singh
    C)Swaran Singh
    D)Darbara Singh
    Answer: Swaran Singh
  • Q. Consider the following statements 1. Punjabi juttis, shoes made of leather and embroidered all over with gold and silver wires are famous world over. 2. They are known for their intricate designs and high quality. 3. The lightness of these shoes is considered legendary. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
    A)2 and 3
    B)1 and 3
    C)Only 3
    D)1, 2, and 3
    Answer: 1, 2, and 3
  • Q. Punjab Small Industry and Export corporation Ltd. (PSIEC) was set up in
    A)1962
    B)1970
    C)1975
    D)1980
    Answer: 1962

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