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 RI, ARI, Amin, SFS, ICDS Supervisor 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 RI,ARI, Amin, SFS, ICDS Supervisor
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:
- Who was the founder of the Nala dynasty?
[A] Vrishadhvaja
[B] Vrishabha
[C] Vrishakethu
[D] VrishabanuCorrect Answer: A [Vrishadhvaja] - When did Hiuen Tsang visit Odisha?
[A] 620-621 AD
[B] 683-684 AD
[C] 638-639 AD
[D] 650-651 ADCorrect Answer: C [638-639 AD] - What was the capital of the Nala dynasty?
[A] Sambalpur
[B] Sundergarh
[C] Balangir
[D] PushkariCorrect Answer: D [Pushkari] - Which Chinese traveler visited Odisha in the 7th century AD?
[A] Faxian
[B] Xuanzang
[C] Marco Polo
[D] Ibn BattutaCorrect Answer: B [Xuanzang] - Chelitalo was described as a busy port by which traveler?
[A] Marco Polo
[B] Ibn Battuta
[C] Hiuen Tsang
[D] FaxianCorrect Answer: C [Hiuen Tsang] - Who was the founder of the Nala dynasty?
[A] Vrishadhvaja
[B] Vrishabha
[C] Vrishakethu
[D] VrishabanuCorrect Answer: A [Vrishadhvaja] - When did Hiuen Tsang visit Odisha?
[A] 620-621 AD
[B] 683-684 AD
[C] 638-639 AD
[D] 650-651 ADCorrect Answer: C [638-639 AD] - What was the capital of the Nala dynasty?
[A] Sambalpur
[B] Sundergarh
[C] Balangir
[D] PushkariCorrect Answer: D [Pushkari] - Which Chinese traveler visited Odisha in the 7th century AD?
[A] Faxian
[B] Xuanzang
[C] Marco Polo
[D] Ibn BattutaCorrect Answer: B [Xuanzang] - Chelitalo was described as a busy port by which traveler?
[A] Marco Polo
[B] Ibn Battuta
[C] Hiuen Tsang
[D] FaxianCorrect Answer: C [Hiuen Tsang] - Which among the following was not among the four principalities of Kalinga during the Gupta Dynasty?
[A] Pithuramalla
[B] Kottura
[C] Erandapalla
[D] PishthapuraCorrect Answer: A [Pithuramalla] - Which principality was known for its port city during the Gupta period?
[A] Kottura
[B] Erandapalla
[C] Devarashtra
[D] TamraliptiCorrect Answer: D [ Tamralipti] - Which protected areas of Odisha are comprised within the Mayurbhanj Elephant Reserve?
[A] Hadgarh Wildlife Sanctuary
[B] Kuldiha Wildlife Sanctuary
[C] All of the above
[D] Simlipal Tiger ReserveCorrect Answer: C [All of the above] - Which river in Odisha provides water to the wildlife sanctuary around Satkosia Gorge?
[A] Indravati
[B] Brahmani
[C] Mahanadi
[D] SubarnarekhaCorrect Answer: C [Mahanadi] - Which sanctuary in Odisha is known as Nalabana Bird Sanctuary?
[A] Bhitarkanika
[B] Chilika
[C] Gahirmatha
[D] BadramaCorrect Answer: B [Chilika] - In Ancient times, Odisha was known by the name of
[a] Konkan
[b] Kalinga
[c] Kurukshetra
[d] None of the aboveAns: [b] Kalinga - Who among the following holds the record for longest serving Chief Minister of Odisha?
[a] Janaki Ballabh Patnaik
[b] Naveen Patnaik
[c] Biju Patnaik
[d] Harekrushna MahatabAns: [b] Naveen Patnaik - The Konark Sun Temple was included in the World Heritage Site status in the year?
[a] 1970
[b] 1984
[c] 1986
[d] 1990Ans: [b] 1984 - The Lingaraj Temple at Bhubaneswar was constructed by the
[a] Satavahana Dynasty
[b] Ganga Dynasty
[c] Soma Dynasty
[d] Naga DynastyAns: [c] Soma Dynasty - Who was the first person to receive the Jnanpith Award for the Oriya language?
[a] Fakir Mohan Senapati
[b] Sachidananda Routray
[c] Pratibha Ray
[d] Gopinath MohantyAns: [d] Gopinath Mohanty - Which poet is known as the Kabi Samrata?
[a] Radhanath Ray
[b] Baladev Ratha
[c] Upendra Bhanja
[d] Gopabandhu DashAns: [c] Upendra Bhanja - Which is the Odisha state Bird?
[a] Bluejay
[b] Cardinal
[c] Black francolin
[d] Great hornbillAns: [a] Bluejay - Hirakud dam was built on which river?
[a] Rushikulya
[b] Mahanadi
[c] Gandaki
[d] NoneAns: [b] Mahanadi - When was the super cyclone held in Odisha?
[a] 1990
[b] 1995
[c] 1999
[d] 2000Ans: [c] 1999 - Which one was the capital of Odisha before Bhubaneswar?
[a] Cuttack
[b] Puri
[c] Rourkela
[d] BerhampurAns: [a] Cuttack - The Jagannath Puri Temple was built in the year?
[a] 1001
[b] 1109
[c] 1150
[d] 1161Ans: [d] 1161 - Total Number of Districts in Odisha?
[a] 82
[b] 30
[c] 23
[d] None of TheseAns: [b] 30 - Total Number of Lok Sabha seats in Odisha?
[a] 52
[b] 51
[c] 21
[d] None of TheseAns: [c] 21 - Which is the Odisha state Animal?
[a] Sambar
[b] Blackbuck
[c] Hangul
[d] Indian elephantAns: [a] Sambar - Which is the Odisha state Tree?
[a] Indian fig tree
[b] Sal
[c] Coconut tree
[d] Chinar treeAns: [a] Indian fig tree
