Shimla is the capital of Himachal Pradesh and was the summer capital during British rule in India.
When was Himachal Pradesh formed as a full-fledged state of India?
A 1948
B 1956
C 1971
D 1975
Himachal Pradesh became the 18th state of India on January 25, 1971.
Who was the first Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh?
A Y.S. Parmar
B Virbhadra Singh
C Shanta Kumar
D Jai Ram Thakur
Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar is known as the architect and first Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh.
Which river is known as the “lifeline of Himachal Pradesh”?
A Beas
B Sutlej
C Ravi
D Chenab
The Sutlej River is the largest river of Himachal Pradesh and plays a vital role in irrigation and hydroelectric projects.
What is the state animal of Himachal Pradesh?
A Snow Leopard
B Himalayan Tahr
C Musk Deer
D Yak
The Snow Leopard is the state animal, symbolizing the rich Himalayan wildlife of Himachal Pradesh.
Which is the largest district of Himachal Pradesh by area?
A Kangra
B Lahaul and Spiti
C Kinnaur
D Chamba
Lahaul and Spiti district covers the maximum geographical area in the state.
Which is the smallest district of Himachal Pradesh by area?
A Hamirpur
B Una
C Bilaspur
D Solan
Hamirpur district is the smallest district in Himachal Pradesh by area but has one of the highest literacy rates.
Which mountain range forms the boundary between Kullu and Lahaul-Spiti?
A Dhauladhar Range
B Pir Panjal Range
C Zanskar Range
D Shivalik Range
The Pir Panjal Range divides the Kullu Valley from Lahaul and Spiti regions.
Which temple is known as the “Ajanta of the Himalayas”?
A Masrur Rock Cut Temple
B Jwalamukhi Temple
C Naina Devi Temple
D Baijnath Temple
The Masrur Rock Cut Temples are ancient monolithic temples carved out of rock and are often called the “Ajanta of the Himalayas”.
What is the official language of Himachal Pradesh?
A Pahari
B Hindi
C Sanskrit
D English
Hindi is the official language of Himachal Pradesh, though Pahari dialects are widely spoken.
The Great Himalayan National Park is located in which district?
A Kullu
B Kangra
C Mandi
D Chamba
The Great Himalayan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in Kullu district.
Which dam is built on the Beas River?
A Bhakra Dam
B Pong Dam
C Nathpa Jhakri
D Kol Dam
Pong Dam, also known as Maharana Pratap Sagar, is built on the Beas River in Kangra district.
What is the literacy rate of Himachal Pradesh as per the 2011 Census?
A 76.5%
B 82.8%
C 88.3%
D 91.2%
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Himachal Pradesh is 82.8%, one of the highest in India.
Which is the state flower of Himachal Pradesh?
A Rhododendron
B Brahma Kamal
C Pink Rose
D Marigold
Rhododendron arboreum is the state flower, found in mid-Himalayan regions.
Which Himachal district is known as the “Land of Gods”?
A Kangra
B Kullu
C Chamba
D Mandi
Kullu Valley is popularly known as the “Valley of Gods” due to its numerous ancient temples and rich mythology.
What is the traditional dance form of Himachal Pradesh?
A Nati
B Bhangra
C Garba
D Lavani
Nati is a popular folk dance performed in various regions of Himachal Pradesh.
Which city is known as the “Cultural Capital of Himachal Pradesh”?
A Dharamshala
B Chamba
C Mandi
D Kullu
Mandi is known as the cultural capital due to its temples, fairs, and traditions.
Which fort in Himachal Pradesh was built by Raja Sahil Varman?
A Kangra Fort
B Naggar Castle
C Chamba Fort
D Arki Fort
Raja Sahil Varman built the Chamba Fort during his reign in the 10th century.
Which district is famous for apple production in Himachal Pradesh?
A Kullu
B Shimla
C Solan
D Kangra
Shimla district, particularly areas like Kotgarh and Narkanda, are known for apple orchards.
Renuka Lake is situated in which district?
A Sirmaur
B Kangra
C Kullu
D Chamba
Renuka Lake, named after Goddess Renuka, is the largest natural lake in Himachal Pradesh.
Which hydroelectric project is located on the Sutlej River?
A Nathpa Jhakri
B Pong
C Chamera
D Beas Project
Nathpa Jhakri Hydroelectric Project is India’s largest underground power project located on the Sutlej River.
What is the state tree of Himachal Pradesh?
A Pine
B Deodar
C Oak
D Birch
Deodar cedar (Cedrus deodara) is the state tree and a sacred species found in the Himalayas.
Who was the last ruler of the princely state of Kangra before independence?
A Raja Sansar Chand
B Raja Hari Chand
C Raja Ram Singh
D Raja Bhuri Singh
Raja Bhuri Singh ruled Kangra and contributed to the development of the region before it merged into Himachal Pradesh.
In which year was the High Court of Himachal Pradesh established?
A 1966
B 1971
C 1975
D 1978
The Himachal Pradesh High Court was established on January 25, 1971, after statehood, but its roots trace back to 1966 after the merger of Punjab regions.
What is the total number of districts in Himachal Pradesh?
A 10
B 11
C 12
D 14
Himachal Pradesh currently has 14 districts, the latest being added in administrative reorganizations over time.