General Knowledge is a crucial component of competitive exams, and when it comes to Odisha, a rich tapestry of history, culture, and geography awaits exploration. As you prepare for OSSSC LSI, Forester FG exams, mastering Odisha GK is indispensable. This article presents a curated set of Top 30 Odisha General Knowledge Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) to sharpen your knowledge base and boost your exam readiness.
Top 30 Odisha GK MCQS For OSSSC LSI, Forester, FG
Here’s a curated list of 30 moderate-level multiple-choice questions (MCQs) based on previous year papers, accompanied by their answers, to help you ace your upcoming examinations
- What does KALIA stand for in the context of Odisha’s farmer welfare scheme?
A) Krishi Assistance for Land Improvement and Agriculture
B) Krushak Assistance for Livelihood and Income Augmentation
C) Kisan Aid for Livelihood Improvement and Agriculture
D) Karnataka Assistance for Livelihood and Income Augmentation
Answer: B) Krushak Assistance for Livelihood and Income Augmentation - How many more years has the Odisha government extended the KALIA scheme?
A) 1 year
B) 2 years
C) 3 years
D) 4 years
Answer: C) 3 years - What is the total budget outlay sanctioned for the KALIA scheme for the next three years?
A) Rs 6,029.70 crore
B) Rs 1,000 crore
C) Rs 10,000 crore
D) Rs 5,000 crore
Answer: A) Rs 6,029.70 crore - What legislation in India allows State Governments to designate unique and fragile ecosystems as Biodiversity Heritage Sites (BHS)?
A) Environmental Protection Act
B) Wildlife Protection Act
C) Biological Diversity Act
D) Forest Conservation Act
Answer: C) Biological Diversity Act - Which of the following is NOT considered criteria for designating an area as a Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS)?
A) Abundance of wild and domesticated species
B) Presence of fossil fuels
C) High endemism
D) Significant cultural value
Answer: B) Presence of fossil fuels - Which state in India recently declared the Gupteswar Forest as its fourth Biodiversity-Heritage Site (BHS)?
A) Kerala
B) Odisha
C) Karnataka
D) Gujarat
Answer: B) Odisha - What is the total area covered by the Gupteswar Forest, recently declared as a Biodiversity-Heritage Site?
A) 150 hectares
B) 250 hectares
C) 350 hectares
D) 450 hectares
Answer: C) 350 hectares - What is the primary feature adjacent to the Gupteswar Forest in Odisha’s Koraput district?
A) Lake
B) Shiva temple
C) Waterfall
D) Cave
Answer: B) Shiva temple - What types of ecosystems can be designated as Biodiversity Heritage Sites (BHS)?
A) Only terrestrial areas
B) Only marine areas
C) Terrestrial, coastal, inland water, or marine areas
D) Only urban areas
Answer: C) Terrestrial, coastal, inland water, or marine areas - According to the information, what is the primary purpose of designating an area as a Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS)?
A) Conservation of cultural heritage
B) Protection of fossil fuels
C) Preservation of rich biodiversity
D) Promotion of urban development
Answer: C) Preservation of rich biodiversity - How many faunal species were documented in the biodiversity inventory and survey conducted in the Gupteswar Forest area?
A) 308
B) 408
C) 508
D) 608
Answer: D) 608 - Which of the following is NOT a documented faunal species in the Gupteswar Forest area?
A) Mugger crocodile
B) Sacred grove bush frog
C) Bengal tiger
D) Malabar trogon
Answer: C) Bengal tiger - How many bat species are documented to inhabit the limestone caves of Gupteswar Forest?
A) Six
B) Eight
C) Ten
D) Twelve
Answer: B) Eight - Which of the following bat species found in the Gupteswar Forest area is classified as near-threatened?
A) Pteropus giganteus
B) Hipposideros galeritus
C) Rhinolophus rouxii
D) Tadarida teniotis
Answer: B) Hipposideros galeritus - What is the primary habitat type of the Gupteswar Forest area?
A) Desert
B) Rainforest
C) Tundra
D) Grassland
Answer: B) Rainforest - Which organization conducted the biodiversity inventory and survey in the Gupteswar Forest area?
A) Odisha Wildlife Conservation Society
B) National Geographic Society
C) Odisha Biodiversity Board
D) World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)
Answer: C) Odisha Biodiversity Board - Which renowned craft from Cuttack, Odisha, has recently been granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag?
A) Brass Sculptures
B) Silver Filigree (Chandi Tarakasi)
C) Stone Carvings
D) Terracotta Pottery
Answer: B) Silver Filigree (Chandi Tarakasi) - Who initiated the application process for the GI tag for Cuttack’s filigree work?
A) Odisha State Co-Operative Handicrafts Corporation Limited
B) Ministry of Handicrafts and Textiles
C) Geographical Indications Registry
D) National Institute of Handicrafts
Answer: A) Odisha State Co-Operative Handicrafts Corporation Limited - How many products from Odisha have received the GI tag with the inclusion of Cuttack’s filigree work?
A) 25
B) 26
C) 27
D) 30
Answer: B) 26 - Which city in Odisha is renowned as the ‘Silver City of India’?
A) Puri
B) Bhubaneswar
C) Cuttack
D) Konark
Answer: C) Cuttack - When did the Odisha State Co-Operative Handicrafts Corporation Limited initiate the application process for the GI tag for Cuttack’s filigree work?
A) July 7, 2020
B) July 7, 2021
C) July 7, 2019
D) July 7, 2022
Answer: B) July 7, 2021 - Which authority conferred the GI tag upon Cuttack’s filigree work?
A) Ministry of Culture, Odisha
B) Geographical Indications Registry
C) Handicrafts Promotion Council
D) National Handloom Development Corporation
Answer: B) Geographical Indications Registry - What is another name for Cuttack’s silver filigree craft?
A) Chandi Tarkashi
B) Tarakashi
C) Tarkasi
D) Silver Artistry
Answer: B) Tarakashi - What is the expected impact of receiving the GI tag for Cuttack’s filigree work?
A) Decreased demand for the craft
B) Reduced financial prospects for artisans
C) Enhanced global recognition and demand
D) Limited availability of the craft
Answer: C) Enhanced global recognition and demand - Where was the world’s first exclusive melanistic tiger safari recently announced?
A) Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve
B) Ranthambore Tiger Reserve
C) Similipal Tiger Reserve
D) Sunderbans Tiger Reserve
Answer: C) Similipal Tiger Reserve - When was the first official sighting of black tigers in Similipal Tiger Reserve recorded?
A) 1975-1976
B) 1993
C) 2000
D) 2022
Answer: A) 1975-1976 - How many pseudomelanistic tigers are estimated to be in Similipal Tiger Reserve as of 2022?
A) 5
B) 10
C) 15
D) 20
Answer: B) 10 - How many hectares of land have been identified for the safari?
A) 50 hectares
B) 100 hectares
C) 150 hectares
D) 200 hectares
Answer: D) 200 hectares - What is the initial plan for housing tigers in the safari?
A) Only wild-caught tigers
B) Only pseudomelanistic tigers
C) Tigers from Nandankanan zoo and rescued unfit tigers
D) Tigers from other Indian reserves
Answer: C) Tigers from Nandankanan zoo and rescued unfit tigers - When does the state government aim to launch the melanistic tiger safari?
A) By October 2023
B) By October 2024
C) By October 2025
D) By October 2026
Answer: B) By October 2024
