Tag Archives: Himachal GK

Geographical Location and Extent of Himachal Pradesh

By | August 16, 2019

Himachal literally means “Land of Snowy Mountains”. It is also called as Dev Bhumi or the Abode of Gods situated in the heart of Western Himalayas ranging between 30° 12’ and 33° 12’ north latitude and between 75°47’ and 79 °4’ east longitude. The altitude of Himachal Pradesh varies from 350 m (1148 feet) to… Read More »

Himachal GK MCQs Series – 5

By | March 1, 2019

1. Which republic did Divodasa rule? Bharat Magadh Moray Arya 2. When was Brahmpura, the capital of Chamba state, founded by Meru (Maru)? 350 AD 750 AD 850 AD 550 AD 3. In ancient times, state under Katoch dynasty was also popularly called by different names such as: Susharmpur Trigartpur Bhimkot All of these 4.… Read More »

Himachal GK MCQs Series – 4

By | February 18, 2019

1. The battle between Aryans and non-Aryans is famous as: Battle of Dashrajya Battle of Dasdes Battle of moray None of these 2. Who founded the Chamba state? Maru Haru Ram Shyam 3 Who had built the famous Kangra Fort? Susharma Chandra Pradumn Aaram shah Sansar Chand 4. Who Led the Naseeri battalion in Kasauli… Read More »

Himachal GK MCQs Series – 3

By | January 9, 2019

1. Who was the leader of Dasas or Non-Aryans? Shambar Divodas Bharat None of the above 2. Sahil Varman abdicated his throne in favour of his son named: Dinkar Varman Yugankar Varman Meru Varman Laxman Varman 3. During the Muslim period, Nagarkot was known as: Kot-Dwar Kot-Trigarta Kot-Kangra Kot-Rupi 4. The capital of Mandi state… Read More »

Himachal GK MCQs Series – 2

By | January 8, 2019

1. Panini mentioned Trigarta as: Ayudhajivi Sangha Sangha Kangra None of the above 2. Chamba town was named so by Sahil Varman after the name of his daughter: Champakali Champavati Champadevi Chambakumari 3. From 1009 A.D to 1043 A.D., Nagarkot remained under the control of: Firoz Shah Tuglak Muhammad Bin Tuglak Muhammad Ghaznvi Muhammad Gauri… Read More »

Himachal GK MCQs Series – 1

By | January 7, 2019

1. Earlier inhabitants in the Himalayan foothills were: Kols Rajputs Nandas None of the above 2. The Chamba princely state was founded by Meru Verman in 550 A.D. with its capital as? Saluni Khajiar Chamba city Brahmpura 3. Mahmood of Ghazni attacked Nagarkot in his 7th assault on India in 1009 A.D. Who was the… Read More »

One Liner Questions on Modern History of Himachal Pradesh – 7

By | December 6, 2017

1. Traveller James Belly Frazer who reached Sarahan in 1815 AD has written about- Kinnauri People 2. The European writer Jerard was the first European to reach Kinnaur and stayed at- Jangi 3. Chini is the old name of – Kalpa 4. Major Blair Reid was appointed as Superintendent of Chamba state in 1863 AD… Read More »

Himachal GK Questions asked in Junior Office Assistant Exam 2017 (Subordinate Board)

By | July 7, 2017

1. “Swachh Himachal – Padhai Bhi, Safai Bhi” campaign was launched by: A. Municipal Corporation SHimla B. Municipal Corporation Dharmshala C. HPCA D. NOTA 2. Which state of India became the first state to launch Rotavirus Vaccine Project ? A. Himachal Pradesh   B. Kerala C. Gujarat D. Goa 3. The 2015 Paragliding World Cup was held… Read More »