Punjab State

Q. A musical instrument is a percussion twang-type instrument used in Punjab and neighbouring areas. The tradition of playing it with songs goes back to the Naths or Jogis.

A
Chimta
B
Algoza
C
Bugchu
D
Dhol

Correct Answer

Chimta

More Questions on Punjab

  • Q. When was Punjab trifurcated?
    A)On 2nd December, 1966
    B)On 1st November, 1966
    C)On 3rd June, 1965
    D)On 5th April, 1965
    Answer: On 1st November, 1966
  • Q. Under whose Guruship did the Sikhs become a military force?
    A)Guru Amar Das Ji
    B)Guru Gobind Singh Ji
    C)Guru Ram Das Ji
    D)Guru Har Gobind Ji
    Answer: Guru Har Gobind Ji
  • Q. Mahan Kosh’ – the Sikh Encyclopedia was written by :
    A)Bhai Kahn Singh Nabha
    B)Bhai Vir Singh
    C)Sant Singh Sekhon
    D)Kirpa Sagar
    Answer: Bhai Kahn Singh Nabha
  • Q. Which of the following is a proposed thermal project in Punjab?
    A)Shanan Project
    B)Gidderbaha Project
    C)Mukerian Project
    D)None of these
    Answer: Gidderbaha Project
  • Q. Gurdwara Reform Movement was also Known as
    A)Swaraj Movement
    B)Akali Movement
    C)Babbar Khalsa Movement
    D)None of these
    Answer: Akali Movement
  • Q. Al-Biruni mentioned about the temple of Sangrur district in his book Kitab-ul-Hind. This is
    A)Shiv Mandir
    B)Suraj Kund Temple
    C)Laxmi Narayan Temple
    D)Temple of Baba Sodal
    Answer: Suraj Kund Temple
  • Q. Which of the following are objectives of Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana? 1. 60% grants by Central Government 2. Target in Kandi area 3. To develop marketing infrastructure
    A)2 and 3
    B)1 and 2
    C)3 and 1
    D)All of these
    Answer: 2 and 3
  • Q. Which of the following is true about seasonal river, Ghaggar? 1. Originates from the lower slopes of Himalayas. 2. Believed to be a part of Saraswati river. 3. Enters the Punjab near Mubarakpur. 4. Causes flood in Punjab.
    A)1 and 4
    B)2 and 3
    C)1, 2 and 3
    D)All of the above
    Answer: 1, 2 and 3
  • Q. Consider the following about Mohali. 1. Software Technology Park 2. Special Economic Zone 3. Footwear & Leather Park Which of the following statement(s) given above is/are true?
    A)Only 1
    B)Both 1 and 2
    C)Both 1 and 3
    D)1, 2 and 3
    Answer: 1, 2 and 3
  • Q. What is the purpose of launching Kanya Jagriti Jyoti Scheme?
    A)Reducing female infanticide
    B)Reduce school dropouts
    C)Uplift social status of girls
    D)Both (A) and (C)
    Answer: Both (A) and (C)
  • Q. Consider the following statements 1. The Maharaja Ranjit Singh Award is presented to distinguished sportspersons of the state every year. 2. The award is also given for sports like cricket, kabaddi and handicapped games. 3. The award carries cash of Rupees 1 lakh, a scroll and a statue of Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
    A)1 and 3
    B)Only 1
    C)Only 3
    D)All of the above
    Answer: All of the above
  • Q. Consider the following statements about Traditional Dresses of Punjab. 1. The term ‘tehmat’ means, Lungi and Kurta. 2. Churidar and Kurta is most common costume among Punjabi women. 3. Punjab men’s Headgear called Pagdi. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
    A)Only 2
    B)Only 1
    C)1 and 3
    D)1, 2 and 3
    Answer: 1, 2 and 3
  • Q. Which state is known as ‘Granary of India’?
    A)Chhattisgarh
    B)Punjab
    C)Gujarat
    D)Maharashtra
    Answer: Punjab
  • Q. Features of the urban Harappan culture found in Punjab is/are
    A)Planned cities and towns
    B)Wheel made pottery of distinctive kind
    C)Standard weight and seals bearing a script
    D)All of the above
    Answer: All of the above
  • Q. Which Paranda is very famous in Punjab?
    A)Amritsar
    B)Ludhiana
    C)Patiala
    D)None of these
    Answer: Patiala
  • Q. ………… is the main species of scrub forests in Punjab.
    A)Chir
    B)Acacia
    C)Amla
    D)Khair
    Answer: Acacia
  • Q. Consider the following about Nirankari Movement started by Baba Dayal Das 1. They stressed the importance and authority of Guru Nanak Ji and Adi Granth Sahib. 2. They advocated the path to God through worship, based on meditation. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
    A)Only 2
    B)Only 1
    C)Both 1 and 2
    D)None of these
    Answer: Both 1 and 2
  • Q. Who is the constitutional and nominal head of the state?
    A)Chief Minister
    B)Governor
    C)Advocate General
    D)None of the above
    Answer: Governor
  • Q. Which of the following temples has been declared a national monument because of its beautiful wall paintings and icons in the state?
    A)Panch Mandir
    B)Kali Devi Temple
    C)Sodal Mandir
    D)Durgiana
    Answer: Kali Devi Temple
  • Q. When did the Princely regine culminate and the Punjab Riyasti Praja Mandal come to an end?
    A)On 15th July, 1948
    B)On 15th August, 1947
    C)On 10th October, 1949
    D)None of the above
    Answer: On 15th July, 1948

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