GK questions asked in HPPSC Examination

 Here are twenty general knowledge questions with answers that could be asked in the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) examination:

1. *Question:* Who is the current Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh?

*Answer:* Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.

2. *Question:* Which river is the main source of water for Himachal Pradesh?

*Answer:* The Sutlej River, along with other major rivers like Beas, Ravi, Chenab, and Yamuna.

3. *Question:* What is the capital of Himachal Pradesh?

*Answer:* Shimla.

4. *Question:* Which district in Himachal Pradesh is known as the "Apple Bowl of India"?

*Answer:* Kotkhai and Kotgarh in Shimla district, but more broadly, Shimla district.

5. *Question:* Who was the first President of India?

*Answer:* Dr. Rajendra Prasad.

6. *Question:* What is the name of the famous temple in Himachal Pradesh dedicated to Lord Shiva?

*Answer:* Baijnath Temple.

7. *Question:* Which pass connects Manali to Leh?

*Answer:* Rohtang Pass, though for travel to Leh, one would typically go further through other passes like Baralacha La, Nakee La, Lachulung La, and Taglang La.

8. *Question:* What is the state animal of Himachal Pradesh?

*Answer:* Snow Leopard.

9. *Question:* Which city is known as the "Queen of Hills" in India?

*Answer:* Mussoorie, though Shimla is also often referred to in similar terms.

10. *Question:* Who founded the Mughal Empire in India?

*Answer:* Babur.

11. *Question:* What is the main crop grown in the Kangra valley of Himachal Pradesh?

*Answer:* Tea.

12. *Question:* Which famous trekking route is located in Himachal Pradesh?

*Answer:* The Hampta Pass Trek.

13. *Question:* Who was the famous Sikh Guru who had his connection with Mandi in Himachal Pradesh?

*Answer:* Guru Gobind Singh, though more directly associated with Anandpur Sahib in Punjab.

14. *Question:* What is the literacy rate of Himachal Pradesh according to the latest census?

*Answer:* This would require the latest census data, which I don't have in real-time, but as of the 2011 census, it was around 82.8%.

15. *Question:* Which festival is predominantly celebrated in the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh?

*Answer:* The Kinnaur Kullu Dussehra, though each region has its unique festivals.

16. *Question:* What is the name of the famous hill station in Himachal Pradesh known for its British-era architecture and scenic beauty?

*Answer:* Shimla.

17. *Question:* Who was the first woman Prime Minister of India?

*Answer:* Indira Gandhi.

18. *Question:* Which Himachali city is known for its monasteries and Tibetan culture?

*Answer:* Dharamshala.

19. *Question:* What is the name of the highest peak in Himachal Pradesh?

*Answer:* Reo Purgyil.

20. *Question:* Which ancient university was located in the Himalayan foothills, significant to both India and Nepal?

*Answer:* While not directly in Himachal Pradesh but relevant to the broader region, Nalanda University is often discussed in such contexts. However, specific to Himachal Pradesh's historical context might refer to places like Tabo Monastery in Lahaul and Spiti district, known for its ancient scriptures and murals.

*Follow-up:* Would you like more questions on a specific topic or any particular difficulty level?

The HPPSC Examination

 The GK Himachal 2021 exam format appears to be related to various competitive exams conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC). While I couldn't find the exact format for the GK Himachal 2021 exam, I can provide insights based on previous year papers and exam patterns.

*Exam Pattern:*

The HPPSC exams typically consist of multiple stages, including Prelims and Mains. The Prelims exam tests general knowledge with multiple-choice questions, while the Mains exam has more detailed questions.

*Subjects and Topics:*

Some of the subjects and topics covered in the exam include ¹ ²:

- *General Knowledge:* Himachal Pradesh-specific GK, current affairs, history, geography, and culture

- *General English:* Comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary

- *General Hindi:* Comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary

- *Essay Paper:* Essay writing on various topics

- *General Studies:* Papers on topics like Indian polity, economy, environment, and social issues

*Previous Year Papers:*

You can find previous year papers for HPPSC exams, including HAS/HPAS, Range Forest Officer, and District Manager exams, which can help you understand the exam pattern and types of questions asked ¹ ³.

*Resources:*

To prepare for the exam, you can refer to resources like ³ ⁴:

- *HPPSC Previous Year Papers:* Available for download in PDF format

- *Online Practice Tests:* Available for practice and assessment

- *GK Questions and Answers:* Collections of HP GK questions and answers for practice

Remember to check the official HPPSC website for the most up-to-date information on exam patterns, syllabus, and previous year papers.

 The Invention of Mobile Phone :- 

Er. Martin Cooper 

The Father of Cellular phone 

Today every one is conversant with the mobile phones , every one is using mobile phones in our day today life. Even today most of the works are being done with the help of mobile phones.

It is very handy and mobile phones have reduced the distance , you can talk hwith your friends or relatives sitting at a distance of thousands of kilometres. You can see the movies , you can listen the songs , you can learn lessons.In nutshell we can say that it is s mini computer in our pocket.

We Need Phone in every sphere of life 

Have you ever thought that who has made the mobile phones .  Dear friends you must know about the man who is behind the invention of Mobile Phone.

Friends , Martin Cooper is the man who has invited first mobile phone in 1972-73.

Now we must know about the man who is behind the invention of Mobile Phone.

Martin Cooper an American Engineer , born in Chicago , Illinois in US on 26 December 1928 an Electrical Engineer under whose leadership and guidance a team worked for the invention of wireless communication invented the first mobile phone in 1972-73.

Martin Cooper is known as the father of cellular phone.

He studied in the in Illinois Institute of Technology ( IIT) Chicago and awarded the Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering in 1950 .

Martin Cooper worked in US Navy during the Korean war  . After the war Cooper joined the Teletype Corporation and in 1954 he started working in Motorolla and in 1957 he obtained his Masters in Electrical Engineering from IIT . In Motorolla he worked in many projects on wireless communication .

Need of today 

Later Martin Cooper worked as a President and Director for the company during 1978-83 

So this way the mobile phone came in our hands .

 Landslide Prevention Methods :-   

Landslide when we talk is causes heavy damages to that particular location where it occurs.

It causes damages to earth profile , it causes damages to the vegetation and human and animal living in that particular location.

Landslide Prevention Methods.

Provide Gabion Walls to check sliding.

Keeping in view the losses there must be an effort to control these landslides so that the land as well as lives could be saved.

Some Preventive measures can be done which are as follows:-

The landslides  prevention technology mainly focus on stabilization of soil slopes and reducing water  and water flow management in the landslide prone areas.

We can take the following methods in practice.

Improvement of Drainage system :R

Drainage is the main factor which contributes much  for the happening of Landslides.

Water flow must be divided into small Chanels so that it may not fall in one  place causing damage to the soil structure.

Proper drainage can reduce the risk of slides 

It must be ensured that the water saturation must be reduced  , because only  fully saturation of soil is more prone to sliding.

Further velocity of water if more it causes heavy damages to the earth 's structure of it is smooth it doesn't  erode the soil.

The water seepage must be checked from time to time avoiding saturation of soil.

Reinforcement of Soil Slopes :- 

The soil slopes must be reinforced by construction of retaining walls of safe design , Gabion Walls etc.  Proper weep holes must be provided in concrete and masonry retaining walls .

These structures provide  check to sliding.

Modifications of Slopes :-

Modifications of Slopes can reduce the risk of slides. 

Flat terrain break down the currents of water thus erosion is reduced and proper drainage can be managed.

Plantation of Trees :-

Plantation is very essential to reduce the Soil erosion because the roots of trees firmly hod the soil hence check the soil erosion. The foliage also hold the rain water on the leaves from where it again gets evaporated thus reducing bloods .

Plantation reduce soil erosion 

So it is very important that we must check the the drainage system around and in every locality before every rainy season . Identify  the shortcomings in drainage system around the locality and take remedial measures well in advance. Government must sanction appropriate budget against flood control to every village in hilly areas to Gram Panchayats.

Mechanism of Landslides

 Mechanism of Landslides 

We must understand the mechanism of Landslides if we are residing in hilly areas.

What is mechanism of Landslides, we can say that it is the movement of mass of rocks , soil or debris down a slope under the influence of gravity.

Mechanism of Landslides 

Landslides occurs when the force of Gravity acting on the slopes exceeds

 the strength of the mass holding in a place.

The factors Responsible for Landslides :-

The factors Responsible for the landslides are  .

1. Heavy rainfall 

2. Earthquake.

3. Erosion.

4. Cloudburst.

5 Human Activities.

Human Activities :-  

1. construction of roads buildings , and other projects.

2. Deforestation 

Deforestation causes erosion hence landslides.

Landslide is a geological phenomenon involved in sudden movement of  mass of earth , rocks and debris down a slope under the influence of gravity 

We can understand the mechanism of Landslides from these figures.

1 Role of Gravity :- 

The gravity constantly pulls the mass down  the slopes as the  weight of the material exceeds the gravitational force the sliding starts  , hence rolling down the slopes .

Slope Stability :- 

Some factors affect the slopes stability.

Angle of Slope :- 

Steeper slopes are more prone to sliding because of greater gravitational pull .

Strength of the Soil Material :- 

Weathering action , erosion and water saturation weaken the structure of soil thus weak soils are more prone to sliding.

Water Content :-  

Water when comes in contact with soil the weight of the Soil Material gets increased , if the slopes are greater than the gravity  makes it to slide .

There are three types of slides 

1 . Slides 

2. Flows 

3 . Creep ..

In rainy seasons the hilly areas are more prone to sliding.

We can take some remidies which we will discuss in the next post .

Hungary a country in Central Europe

 Hungary a country in Central Europe :-

View of Parliament Building in Hungary.

Hungary is a beautifully landscaped landlocked country in Central Europe ,with its capital in Budapest bisected by a river named Danube.

In the Central Europe the Hungary with its mostly flat landscape is surrounded by Slovakia to the North , Northeast Ukraine ,to the East Rominia .

In the south with Serbia and Croatia and in the South West Slovenia and in the west with Austria .

The Danube river is the longest river in the country. The Danube and it's tributaries , The Raba and Drava are of Alpine origin . The Tisza river  and it's tributaries , which drain in the eastern Hungry , rise in the Carpathian Mountains to the east. Hungry lies in the within the drainage basin of Danube river.

Hungry has few lakes which are small. Lake Balaton is the largest fresh water Lake in Central Europe which is expending in 598 square Kilometres. One another lake named Neusiedler lake , also called Lake Ferto  lies on the Austrian border is UNESCO world heritage site designed in 2001. Lake Velence lies Southeast of Budapest , the capital of Hungry .

Few Beautiful Views of Budapest Hungary.

Europe 's Largest Thermal lake is Heviz , which is one of the Hungary's natural wonders located near the Northwestern s side of Lake Balaton. Lake Heviz is biologically active, natural thermal lake expanding in more then 10 acres of area .

Hungry is the land of thermal spas .

Rampur Bushahr, District Shimla Himachal Pradesh

 Rampur Bushahr:-

View of Rampur Bushahr 

The Rampur Bushahr about 130 Km from Shimla is a tehsil of district Shimla. It is a small town also famous  as a trade centre in olden days between  Tibet and Bushahr. The town is situated on the left bank of river Satluj and on the right bank is Jagatkhana and Brow both are in Kullu district . 

View of Shahi Palace Rampur Bushahr 

Rampur Bushahr was a princely state, Raja Virbhadra Singh was the Last who became Raja of this state before Independence.

The Rampur Bushahr town was might be founded by Raja Kehei Singh in 17 th. Century and Capital of Bushahr state might have been shifted from Sarahan to Rampur in 18 th. Century by Raja Ram Singh.

In March 1948 Rampur Bushahr became a part of Himachal Pradesh.

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The Apple Bowl of India

 The Apple Bowl of India 

When it is asked that which place is known as Apple Bowl of India then answer is  ," Kotgarh in Himachal Pradesh

The beautiful place Kotgarh is about 15 Km from Narkanda and about 80 Km from Shimla the capital of Himachal Pradesh. Kotgarh is called Apple Bowl of India due high quality of apples being cultivation from Kotgarh hills .

It was an American Citizen Semuel Evans Stokes who was later given the name "Satyananda Stokes"  started the cultivation of  high quality delicious apples in his orchard in Kotgarh Block .  Satyananda Stokes took part in India's freedom struggle as a Congress member.

Naldera Golf course

 The Oldest Golf course 

Of India ," Naldera in 

district Shimla." :-

Naldera Golf course 

The Naldera a very beautiful place about 23 Km from  Shimla , the capital of Himachal Pradesh and is about 13 kms from Mashobra is  known for its natural panoramic landscape and the oldest Golf course of India set up by Lord Curzon in 1905 .

Landscape at Naldera 

The place is picturesque but entry to the golf course is not allowed to visitors . It is permitted to members only 

 You can click photographs from out side.   Visitors can visit Nag devta temple and other lush green forests. 

Lord Curzon was used to visit this place frequently and enjoy the golf and relax at Naldera .

Kalka Shimla Toy Train

 Kalka Shimla Toy Train :-

View of Kalka Shimla toy train 

The Shimla was declared summer capital of India during 1864 as Shimla was favorable hill station of Britishers . At that time to reach shimla was difficult as the  construction of Hindustan Tibet road was started in  the year 1850 - 51. Its portion from Kalka to Shimla was completed in 1860  About 171 metre long tunnel was constructed beyond Sanjouli .The road was opened to vehicular traffic in 1860 . At that time road was dangerous , risky and more time consuming hence Kalka Shimla narrow gauge railway line  was proposed  to provide easy and quick  connectivity to Shimla ,thus  it was completed in 1903. This railway track is passing through more than one hundred  tunnels and 800 bridges ,

Beautiful view of Kalka Shimla railway track 

Lord Curzon  was the first who enjoyed the moments of first ride in November 1903 .. The track has about 96 Kms long journey through lush green forests and mountains , Sinse 1903 this toy train is providing the services to the visitors with a memorable journey .This toy train commences from Kalka about 656 feet above mean sea level and runs through tunnels and forests about 96 kms to reach at an elevation of 6812 feet above mean sea level at Shimla .

Baba Bhalku was a local saint , who with his supernatural engineering skills had helped the Britishers in laying down the Kalka Shimla railway trach . Railway department has set up a Baba Bhalku Rail Museum at Shimla to preserve the rich heritage of Kalka Shimla Railway Line . The museum was inaugurated on 20 th. July 2011 with a statue of Baba Bhalku at the entrance ,

The Kalka Shimla Railway line is an UNESCO  heritage site . Baba Bhalku had also rendered his services in the survey of Hindustan  Tibet road . The Public Works Department of British Government  had  awarded Baba Bhalku with the award of " Overseer "

View of Tunnel 

Kalka Shimla railway line  is having 18 stations namely  Kalka , Taksal , Gumman ,Koti , Sonwara , Dharmpur , Kumarhatti , Barog , Solan , Salogra , Kandaghat , Kanoh  ,Kathleeghat , Shoghi , Taradevi , Jutoh , Summer Hill and finally Shimla .

Kalka Shimla railway through beautiful Hills 

Narkanda , the Beautiful Hills in district Shimla

 Narkanda the Beautiful

 Hills in district Shimla  :

Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh is having numbers of tourist places which gives the feeling of relaxation , coolness and stress freedom to the visitors .

In tehsil Kumarsain at about 65  kms from Shimla on  Ambala Kauric National Highway ( Hindustan Tibet Road)Narkanda  a beautiful hill station is one of the tourists attractions . 

During winters it is almost experiences heavy snowfall and thus climate here is extremely cool but during summer the climate is very much pleasant .

Narkanda is about 2708 metres above mean sea level surrounded by sky touching , Lush green trees of deodar .

Tourists from all over India as well as abroad also visit this beautiful place because it is situated on the way to Spiti valley the cold desert of India  . The road from Shimla passes through beautiful forests covering the hill stations namely  Kufri , Mashobra , Fagu , Theog ,Matiana  . Buses and taxi services are easily available to visit these hill stations .

Hatu Mata temple is very much famous near Narkanda and tourists used to visit this temple . 

Heavy snowfall in winters causes road blockages many times  , though Himachal Pradesh public works Department always gets ready to clear the traffic with their men and machinery for the facilities of tourists .

The beauty of this place is picturesque and feast to the eyes on this beautiful planet . 

People of this area are very much helpful and are very nice . One must visit this place when ever visiting Shimla and Kinnaur   , Spiti valley Kaza , Lahaul valley  and Kullu valley . All these valleys are panoramic and attraction to the tourists .

Kufri the Hill station near Shimla

 Kufri the Hill station 

near Shimla 

View at Kufri with Snow 

Kufri at an elevation of about 2720 metres above mean sea level , 10 Kms from the Shimla is a tourist loving station on Shimla  Rampur road , ie  Ambala Kauric National Highway called Hindustan Tibet Road .It is a cool and peaceful location where tourists enjoy horse riding with their family and friends .

Beautiful Pictures of Kufri 

In winters it experiences heavy snowfall and the tall sky touching deodar trees make the location very much panoramic and attraction to the tourists.

Tourists at Kufri 

Kufri snow fall 

The tourists here can enjoy various activities like horse riding , Yak riding , sking,  Mahasu peak is a good one track. Tourists also enjoy the fun of tobogganing slide on snowy slopes . Kufri fun world is also one attraction. Here the lush green forest is nature 's gift which is very beautiful and ads to the grace of this place.

Skiing 

Yak Riding  tourists corner 

Himalayan nature park is there which tourists always getting enjoyment of their tours. So when visiting Shimla make your trip memorable with this panoramic site.

Tourists Place Shimla , You must Visit

 Shimla Himachal 

Pradesh You must Visit:-

Shimla is capital of Himachal Pradesh is one of the best tourist places in Himachal Pradesh .At Shimla there are many tourist spots , tourists visit from all over the country and abroad and enjoy the beauty and climate over here. 

Weather it summer or winter both the seasons are worth charming and enjoyable .

Ridge at Shimla , beautiful view during winters.

During winters the Shimla experiences snowfall in the month of December and January . During this period Shimla is covered with snow and it becomes feast for the eyes of lacs of tourists visiting Shimla from all over India as well as abroad.

The scenic beauty of Shimla becomes picturesque.

The Ridge ground can be seen full of tourists  with colour full dresses . Here Statues of our great leaders  show about their contribution to the nation as well to the humanity .

View at Shimla 

The statue of  Mahatma Gandhi The father of nation is bringing memories of past , this great leader visited Shimla many times to lit the light of freedom in the hearts  countrymen. The statue of Iron lady Shrimati Indira Gandhi the  ex Prime Minister of India on Ridge ground  is always getting back the memories that she announced the statehood to Himachal Pradesh as 18 th State of Union of India on 25 th January 1971. The statue of Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar the founder of Himachal Pradesh and Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru the 1st Prime Minister of India is adding to the grace of Ridge ground Shimla. The statue of Lala Lajpat Rai at Scandal Point at Mall road is always getting back the memories of freedom struggle.

The Mall road Shimla 

The places worth seeing at Shimla are Indian Institute of Advance Studies in Chaura Madan , Ridge ground , Jakhoo temple , Scandal Point , Christ Church, Lakkar Bazar  , Rope way to Jakhoo , one can reach Jakhoo temple by this ropeway . The tall deodar trees  are very beautiful , adding to the beauty and climate of the Shimla . Out of Shimla there are many more tourist places which  will be discussed in the next posts . 

Indian Institute of Advance Studies Chaura Madan .

How one can reach Shimla :-  One can reach Shimla by air from Delhi , by Bus from Delhi , Chandigarh then Shimla . Small gauge railway track is also there which is constructed in 1903 between Kalka and Shimla .we would like to mention here one name "Baba Bhalkhu "  who had given his contribution in the survey of Kalka Shimla railway track. 

Beautiful Pictures of Shimla