Are you preparing for the Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) Accountant or Data Entry Operator (DEO) exams? Mastering Odisha GK is crucial for success in these competitive exams. To assist you in your preparation, we’ve compiled a list of the top 20 Odisha GK Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) that commonly appear in these exams. Let’s dive in:
Top 20 Odisha GK MCQS For OSSSC Accountant, DEO
- What percent of Odisha’s GDP comes from the Agriculture sector?
[A] 10%
[B] 15%
[C] 20%
[D] 25%
Answer: C) 20% - What percentage of Odisha’s total geographical area is cultivable land?
[A] 30%
[B] 40%
[C] 50%
[D] 60%
Answer: B) 40% - What is the most important cash crop of Odisha?
[A] Rice
[B] Wheat
[C] Jute
[D] Sugarcane
Answer: C) Jute - Which among the following are Kharif crops of Odisha?
[A] Paddy
[B] Maize
[C] Wheat
[D] Both (A) and (B)
Answer: D) Both (A) and (B) - Which among the following are Rabi crops of Odisha?
[A] Wheat
[B] Maize
[C] Both (A) and (D)
[D] Gram
Answer: C) Both (A) and (D) - Which of the following is NOT a Kharif crop of Odisha?
[A] Paddy
[B] Maize
[C] Wheat
[D] Gram
Answer: C) Wheat - What is the most significant contribution to Odisha’s agricultural GDP?
[A] Horticulture
[B] Animal husbandry
[C] Fisheries
[D] Paddy cultivation
Answer: D) Paddy cultivation - Mahasandhivigrahika of the Somavamshi dynasty was in charge of?
[A] Chief Minister
[B] Commander in chief
[C] Diplomat
[D] Minister of war and peace
Answer: D [Minister of war and peace] - Which part of ancient Odisha is often referred to as the “Land of Honey”?
[A] Kalinga
[B] Utkala
[C] Kangoda
[D] Kosala
Answer: C [Kangoda] - Who was known as the Mahakshapatalika in the Somavamshi dynasty?
[A] Chief Minister
[B] Commander in chief
[C] Preparing charter
[D] Minister of war and peace
Answer: C [Preparing charter] - In Tamil literature, what is Kongu known as?
[A] Land of Milk
[B] Land of Gold
[C] Land of Honey
[D] Land of Silk
Answer: C [Land of Honey] - Who held the title of Mahasenapati in the Somavamshi dynasty?
[A] Chief Minister
[B] Commander in chief
[C] Diplomat
[D] Minister of war and peace
Answer: B [Commander in chief] - Who is the author of the Chandra Kala Natika?
[A] Viswanath Kaviraj
[B] Ananta Dasa
[C] Jayadeva
[D] Achyutananda
Answer: A [Viswanath Kaviraj] - What historical event is depicted in the Chandra Kala Natika?
[A] Conquest of Kalinga
[B] Conquest of Gauda (Bengal)
[C] Conquest of Magadha
[D] Conquest of Vijayanagara
Answer: B [Conquest of Gauda (Bengal)] - Which famous Odishan poet authored the Chandra Kala Natika?
[A] Jayadeva
[B] Viswanath Kaviraj
[C] Ananta Dasa
[D] Achyutananda
Answer: B [Viswanath Kaviraj] - During which period did the Kalinga school of architecture reach its zenith?
[A] Ganga
[B] Gajapati
[C] Karrani
[D] Bhoi
Answer: A [Ganga] - What was the reason behind Captain Woodbridge’s murder?
[A] Murder of Surendra Sai
[B] Murder of Chhabila Sai
[C] Murder of Satya Sai
[D] Murder of Satya Bhakat
Answer: B [Murder of Chhabila Sai] - Who was murdered by the British, leading to Captain Woodbridge’s assassination by insurgents in revenge?
[A] Surendra Sai
[B] Chhabila Sai
[C] Satya Sai
[D] Satya Bhakat
Answer: B [Chhabila Sai] - What event led to the killing of Captain Woodbridge on February 12, 1858?
[A] Murder of Surendra Sai
[B] Murder of Chhabila Sai
[C] Murder of Satya Sai
[D] Murder of Satya Bhakat
Answer: B [Murder of Chhabila Sai] - Which period saw the Kalinga school of architecture flourishing to its peak?
[A] Bhoi
[B] Karrani
[C] Ganga
[D] Gajapati
Answer: C [Ganga]
