03/12/2024
Here are some General Knowledge (GK) questions and answers related to **Himachal Pradesh**:
# # # 1. **What is the capital of Himachal Pradesh?**
- **Answer**: Shimla
# # # 2. **Which river is known as the lifeline of Himachal Pradesh?**
- **Answer**: The Sutlej River
# # # 3. **In which year did Himachal Pradesh become a full-fledged state?**
- **Answer**: 25th January 1971
# # # 4. **Which is the highest peak in Himachal Pradesh?**
- **Answer**: Reo Purgyil (6,816 meters)
# # # 5. **Who was the first Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh?**
- **Answer**: Yashwanth Singh Parmar
# # # 6. **Which famous hill station is located in the Kullu Valley?**
- **Answer**: Manali
# # # 7. **What is the official language of Himachal Pradesh?**
- **Answer**: Hindi
# # # 8. **Which is the largest district in Himachal Pradesh by area?**
- **Answer**: Lahaul and Spiti
# # # 9. **Himachal Pradesh shares its borders with which states and country?**
- **Answer**: Punjab, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Tibet (China)
# # # 10. **What is the state animal of Himachal Pradesh?**
- **Answer**: The **Snow Leopard**
# # # 11. **Which is the famous temple located in Kullu Valley, Himachal Pradesh?**
- **Answer**: The **Hadimba Temple** (Manali)
# # # 12. **Which major hydroelectric project is located in Himachal Pradesh?**
- **Answer**: **Bhakra Nangal Dam**
# # # 13. **Which festival is most widely celebrated in Himachal Pradesh?**
- **Answer**: **Dussehra** (Especially in Kullu)
# # # 14. **What is the state flower of Himachal Pradesh?**
- **Answer**: **Himachal Pradesh**'s state flower is the **Pink Rhododendron**.
# # # 15. **Which city is known as the 'Queen of Hills' in Himachal Pradesh?**
- **Answer**: **Shimla**
# # # 16. **The famous Great Himalayan National Park is located in which district?**
- **Answer**: **Kullu District**
# # # 17. **What is the traditional dance form of Himachal Pradesh?**
- **Answer**: **Nati**
# # # 18. **Which is the main occupation of the people of Himachal Pradesh?**
- **Answer**: Agriculture, particularly **apple farming**.
# # # 19. **Which is the famous temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in Himachal Pradesh?**
- **Answer**: **Baijnath Temple** (in Kangra district)
# # # 20. **Which place in Himachal Pradesh is famous for its hot water springs?**
- **Answer**: **Tattapani** (near Shimla)
These questions should provide a broad understanding of the state’s geography, culture, history, and other key aspects.