The OSSSC RI (Revenue Inspector), ARI (Assistant Revenue Inspector), and Amin Exam 2024 are crucial examinations that require a comprehensive understanding of various GK topics. Odisha GK, with its rich cultural heritage and historical significance, is an integral part of competitive exams like OSSSC RI, ARI, and Amin. To help you prepare effectively, here are 30 moderate-level Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on Odisha General Knowledge along with their answers:
Top 30 MCQs on Odisha GK for OSSSC RI, ARI, Amin
These questions aim to test your knowledge of Odisha’s history, geography, culture, and notable personalities. Best of luck with your OSSSC RI, ARI, and Amin examinations!
1. What is the state animal of Odisha?
a) Elephant
b) Lion
c) Sambar Deer
d) Tiger
Answer: c) Sambar Deer
2. Which river is known as the ‘Lifeline of Odisha’?
a) Brahmaputra
b) Mahanadi
c) Godavari
d) Subarnarekha
Answer: b) Mahanadi
3. In which year was Odisha formally established as a separate state?
a) 1936
b) 1947
c) 1950
d) 1965
Answer: a) 1936
4. The famous Konark Sun Temple is dedicated to which deity?
a) Lord Vishnu
b) Lord Shiva
c) Lord Sun (Surya)
d) Goddess Durga
Answer: c) Lord Sun (Surya)
5. What is the traditional dance form of Odisha?
a) Kathak
b) Bharatanatyam
c) Odissi
d) Kuchipudi
Answer: c) Odissi
6. Which is the largest brackish water lagoon in Asia, situated in Odisha?
a) Chilika Lake
b) Dal Lake
c) Vembanad
d) Pulicat Lake
Answer: a) Chilika Lake
7. The famous Jagannath Rath Yatra takes place in which city of Odisha?
a) Bhubaneswar
b) Cuttack
c) Puri
d) Rourkela
Answer: c) Puri
8. Who is known as the ‘Father of Odia nationalism and modern Odia Literature’?
a) Fakir Mohan Senapati
b) Gopabandhu Das
c) Radhanath Ray
d) Sarala Das
Answer: a) Fakir Mohan Senapati
9. The Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves near Bhubaneswar were built by which dynasty?
a) Chedi
b) Gupta
c) Kalinga
d) Chola
Answer: a) Chedi
10. What is the traditional festival of Odisha that involves Boita Bandāna?
a) Rath Yatra
b) Raja Parba
c) Dola Purnima
d) Bali Yatra
Answer: d) Bali Yatra
11. The Hirakud Dam is built across which river in Odisha?
a) Baitarani
b) Brahmani
c) Subarnarekha
d) Mahanadi
Answer: d) Mahanadi
12. Which coastal district of Odisha is known for its olive ridley sea turtles?
a) Puri
b) Kendrapara
c) Balasore
d) Jagatsinghpur
Answer: b) Kendrapara
13. Who is the legendary freedom fighter and social reformer from Odisha known as ‘Utkalamani’?
a) Baji Rout
b) Gopabandhu Das
c) Jayee Rajguru
d) Surendra Sai
Answer: b) Gopabandhu Das
14. What is the traditional Odia New Year called?
a) Raja Parba
b) Nabakalebara
c) Pana Sankranti
d) Ratha Yatra
Answer: c) Pana Sankranti
15. Which Odia poet wrote the famous poem ‘Bande Utkala Janani’?
a) Gangadhar Meher
b) Godabarish Mishra
c) Radhanath Ray
d) Laxmikanta Mohapatra
Answer: d) Laxmikanta Mohapatra
16. The Simlipal National Park is located in which district of Odisha?
a) Mayurbhanj
b) Koraput
c) Kalahandi
d) Sundergarh
Answer: a) Mayurbhanj
17. The Odisha State Museum is situated in which city?
a) Cuttack
b) Bhubaneswar
c) Rourkela
d) Sambalpur
Answer: b) Bhubaneswar
18. Which Odia king is known for his strong naval expedition against Java and Sumatra?
a) Anantavarman Chodaganga
b) Rajaraja Chola
c) Nala
d) Bhaumakara Dynasty
Answer: a) Anantavarman Chodaganga
19. What is the traditional Odia dish made of lentils and vegetables, popularly eaten during festivals?
a) Dalma
b) Pakhala
c) Chhena Poda
d) Rasabali
Answer: a) Dalma
20. The iconic Odisha Film Development Corporation (OFDC) is headquartered in which city?
a) Bhubaneswar
b) Cuttack
c) Berhampur
d) Rourkela
Answer: a) Bhubaneswar
21. The famous ‘Dhanu Jatra’ is celebrated in which town of Odisha?
a) Puri
b) Baragarh
c) Cuttack
d) Konark
Answer: b) Baragarh
22. The Battle of Kalinga, a turning point in Indian history, took place in which modern-day Odisha district?
a) Ganjam
b) Khordha
c) Cuttack
d) Puri
Answer: b) Khordha
23. Who was the first woman Chief Minister of Odisha?
a) Nandini Satpathy
b) Pratibha Patil
c) Vasundhara Raje
d) Anandiben Patel
Answer: a) Nandini Satpathy
24. Which is the largest city in Odisha by population?
a) Bhubaneswar
b) Cuttack
c) Rourkela
d) Brahmapur
Answer: a) Bhubaneswar
25. The Odia language belongs to which language family?
a) Dravidian
b) Austroasiatic
c) Indo-Aryan
d) Tibeto-Burman
Answer: c) Indo-Aryan
26. The Chausathi Jogini Temple, known for its circular wall with 56 idols, is located in which district?
a) Ganjam
b) Khordha
c) Puri
d) Bargarh
Answer: b) Khordha
27. Who is the first woman Olympian from Odisha?
a) Dutee Chand
b) Anuradha Biswal
c) Shrabani Nanda
d) Pramila Ayyagari
Answer: a) Dutee Chand
28. The Bhitarkanika National Park, famous for its mangrove forests, is situated in which district?
a) Bhadrak
b) Kendrapara
c) Jagatsinghpur
d) Cuttack
Answer: b) Kendrapara
29. Which river forms the boundary between Odisha and Chhattisgarh?
a) Brahmani
b) Mahanadi
c) Sabari
d) Indravati
Answer: C) Sabari
30. Who is known as ‘Gana Kabi’ in Odisha??
a) Baishnab Pani
b) Prafulla Kar
c) Bhikari Bal
d) Balakrushna Dash
Answer: a) Baishnab Pani
