Q. 1. Who sat on the throne of Lahore Durbar after the death of Maharaja Ranjit Singh?

After the death of Maharaja Ranjit Singh in June 1839, his eldest son Kharak Singh sat on the throne of Lahore Durbar. He ruled the

empire for less than 2 years and was murdered in November 1840.

Q. 2. Which of the following is a Police district in Punjab?

A) Batala

B) Phagwara

C) Abohar

D) Kot Kapura

Answer

There are some police districts in Punjab, which are not admin districts. In the above list Batala is a Police District and the area comes

under the Gurdaspur admin district. There are 24 police districts in Punjab.

Q. 3 Which is the birth place of Shri Guru Gobind Singh ji?

A) Patna (Bihar)

B) Anandpur Sahib (Punjab)

C) Nanded (Maharashtra)

D) None of the above

Answer

Shri Guru Gobind Singh ji was born in 1666 at Patna (Bihar).

Q. 4. The insurance scheme of Punjab govt for the poor people is named after which person?

A) Guru Harkrishan ji

B) Mother Teresa

C) Bhagat Puran Singh

D) Master Tara Singh

Answer

Punjab govt has launched a health insurance scheme for poor people and it is named 'Bhagat Puran Singh Sehat Bima Yojana' after the

name of Bhagat Puran Singh ji who dedicated his whole life to the selfless service of humanity and founded Pingalwara in 1947

Q.5. Who was the first chief minister of Punjab?

A) Dr. Gopi Chand Bhargava

B) S. Partap Singh Kairon

C) S. Lachhman Singh Gill

D) Shri Bhim Sen Sachar

Answer

Dr. Gopi Chand Bhargava was first chief minister of Punjab.

Q. 6 According to the Punjabi calendar (Vikram Samvat), which is the first month of the year?

A) Vaisakh

B) Chet

C) Sawan

D) Poh

Answer

Most of the people will asnwer A - Vaisakh and consider festival of Vaisakhi as the start of new year according to Punjabi calendar. But

the correct answer is Chet and first day of this month (first day of month in called Sangrand) is considered as the new year day.

Q.7. Who is the current governor of Punjab?

Answer: Haryana governor Prof Kaptan Singh Solanki took over the additional charge of Governor of Punjab. He will be 34th governor of Punjab. He was

administered the oath of office by Chief Justice of Punjab and Haryana High Court Shiavax Jal Vazifdar at Punjab Raj Bhavan in Chandigarh.

Q.8 Which is the smallest district of Punjab?

A) Fazilka

B) Fatehgarh Sahib

C) Mohali

D) Pathankot

Answer

Pathankot is the smallest district of Punjab by area.

Q.9 Jalandhar city is famous for which of the following industry?

A) Sports Goods Manufacturing

B) Cycle Parts Industry

C) Information Technology

D) Electronics

Answer

Jalandhar is famous for sports goods manufacturing industry in India. The sports items are supplied all through India and also exported

to many other countries.

Q.10 After Independence, which city became the capital of Punjab?

A) Ludhiana

B) Amritsar

C) Shimla

D) Nabha

Answer

When India got independence in 1947, Shimla became the capital of Punjab. It was earlier the summer capital of Punjab. Shimla, now in

Himachal Pradesh, is a famous tourist place in north India. Every year, lakhs of tourists from throughout India and the world come to

this place. It is also known as the queen of hills.

Q. 11 When was Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) established?

A) 1947

B) 1966

C) 1962

D) 1969

Answer

GNDU was established in 1969 in Amritsar city, on the occassion of 500th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikh religion.

Q. 12. How many districts are there is Punjab?

A) 17

B) 20

C) 22

D) 27

Answer

There are total 22 districts in Punjab. The latest additions to the list of districts are Pathankot and Fazilka, which were formed in 2011.

Q. 13. Which of the following Punjabi folk dances is not a dance form for females?

A) Jaago

B) Jugni

C) Giddha

D) Kikli

Answer

Giddha, Kikli and Jaago are traditional dances for females. Jugni is a form of traditional Punjabi dance performed by males.

Q. 14. Which country has the largest number of Punjabi speaking people?

A) Canada

B) India

C) Australia

D) Pakistan

Answer

If your answer is India, that is not correct. Pakistan has the highest number of Punjabi speaking people in the world. The total number of

Punjabi speaking population in Pakistan is around 8 crore, whereas India has only around 3 crore people who speak Punjabi.

Q. 15. Which of the following cities of Punjab has an international cricket stadium?

A) Ludhiana

B) Mohali

C) Patiala

D) Bathinda

Answer

There is an international cricket stadium located in Mohali (S.A.S. Nagar) city, which is one of the few such stadiums in the country.

Popularly known as Mohali Stadium, its real name is I.S. Bindra Stadium and it is run by Punjab Cricket Association.

Q. 16. What is the literal meaning of the name Punjab?

A) Land of five rivers

B) Land of seven rivers

C) Area near Mount Abu

D) Kingdom of five Pandavs

Answer

The correct answer is Land of five rivers. The name Punjab is made of two words Punj (Five) + Aab (Water) i.e. land of five rivers and

these five rivers of Punjab are Satluj, Beas, Ravi, Chenab, Jhelum.

Q. 17. When was S. Parkash Singh Badal became chief minister of Punjab for the first time?

A) 1970

B) 1977

C) 1980

D) 1999

Answer

S. Parkash Singh Badal became chief minister of Punjab for the first time in 1970. In 2012, he was sworn in as chief minister of the state

for a record fifth time.

Q. 18. Do you know the name of HIL (Hockey India League) team having the word Punjab in its name?

A) Dabang Punjab

B) Punjab Warriors

C) Punjab Hockey XI

D) Kings XI Punjab

Answer

Punjab Warriors is the name of field hockey team, which is named after the state of Punjab.

Q. 19. There is a railway link between New Delhi and Lahore (Pakistan). On this route, which is the last railway station on Indian side?

A) Amritsar

B) Wagha

C) Attari

D) Jalandhar Cantt

Answer

The last railway station on India side is Attari. The Samjhauta Express train runs on this route.

Q. 20. Which of the following crops is shown in the official seal of Punjab government?

A) Paddy

B) Sugarcane

C) Maize

D) Wheat

Show Answer

A stalk of Wheat is shown in the seal of Punjab govt. Agriculture plays an important role in the life of people of Punjab. To know more,

check this page - Agriculture in Punjab - Facts and Figures

Q. 21. Which is only city of Punjab that is not a district headquarter but is a Municipal Corporation?

A) Phagwara

B) Khanna

C) Batala

D) Abohar

Answer

There are total 10 municipal corporations in Punjab. Phagwara, a city in Kapurthala district, is the only Municipal Corporation which is

not a district headquarter. According to population, it is at 18th rank in the list of cities in Punjab.

Q. 22.There is a village in Punjab known as Nursery of Hockey Olympians. What is the name of that village?

A) Kila Raipur

B) Sansarpur

C) Dosanjh

D) Haripur Khalsa

Answer

The village Sansarpur is known as the nursery of hockey olympians as till date it has produced more than 14 olympic players of field

hockey. This figure is highest for any village in India. The village in located near Jalandhar city, in the Jalandhar East block of Jalandhar

district.

Which of the following is the largest railway junctions of Punjab?

A) Jalandhar Cantt

B) Bathinda

C) Ludhiana

D) Pathankot

Answer

Bathinda junction is the largest railway junctions of Punjab and is one of the largest in India. There are total 6 railway lines crossing

through Bathinda junction.

Punjab has international border with which of the following countries?

A) Afganistan

B) Pakistan

C) Nepal

D) China

Answer

Punjab shares its border with Pakistan on the western side. The river Ravi and Sutlej flows along this international border.

The railway station of Punjab, from where largest number of trains originate, is?

A) Amritsar Jn.

B) Jalandhar Cantt

C) Firozpur Cantt

D) Ludhiana Jn.

Answer

In Punjab, the maximum number of trains originate from the Amritsar Junction railway station. As of current figures (March 2016),

approximately 66 trains originate from this station and equal number of trains terminate at this station.

Which of the following Commands of Indian Army is responsible for the external security of India in the Punjab region?

A) Northern Command

B) Central Command

C) Western Command

D) Eastern Command

Answer

The area of Punjab comes under the security of Western Command of Indian Army, having its headquarters at Chandimandir near

Chandigarh. There are total 7 commands of Indian Army, which includes 6 operational commands and one training command.

The name of IPL cricket team, which is named after the state of Punjab, is?

A) Kings XI Punjab

B) Punjab Warriors

C) Punjab Cricket XI

D) Dabang Punjab

Answer

Kings XI Punjab is one of the IPL teams which is named after the state of Punjab. IPL is a prestigious cricket league managed by BCCI.

The international border between India-Pakistan along Punjab is known as which line?

A) Line of Control

B) Mannerheim Line

C) McMahon Line

D) Radcliffe Line

Answer

Radcliffe Line is the international border between India and Pakistan, which was drawn by Sir Cyril Radcliffe during the partition of India

in 1947.

Which is the largest dam in Punjab?

A) Bhakra Dam

B) Shahpur Kandi Dam

C) Ranjit Sagar Dam

D) Nangal Dam

Answer

Ranjit Sagar dam (also Thein Dam) is the largest dam situated in Punjab, which is used for hydroelectricity, irrigation and flood control

purpose. It is built on the Ravi river, near Shahpur Kandi town in Pathankot district. Shahpur Kandi dam is an associated dam of Ranjit

Sagar dam, which is situated few kilometers downstream of Ranjit Sagar dam.

Who was the most prominent leader of Punjabi Suba movement?

A) Parkash Singh Badal

B) Darshan Singh Pheruman

C) Master Tara Singh

D) Gurmukh Singh Musafir

Answer

Master Tara Singh was the most prominent figure of Punjabi Suba movement. The today's state of Punjab was created on linguistic basis

on 1 November 1966 and it is celebrated as the New Punjab Day. This year, we are celebrating 50th year or Golden Jubilee of the state.

The first Anglo-Sikh war started in which year?

A) 1757

B) 1839

C) 1845

D) 1857

Answer

The first anglo-sikh war started in December 1845. In the first anglo-sikh war, four battles were fought at Mudki, Firoz Shah, Aliwal and

Sabrawan between Dec 1845 and March 1846.

Who is the current chief minister of Punjab?

A) S. Parkash Singh Badal

B) S. Sukhbir Singh Badal

C) Capt. Amarinder Singh

D) Shri Bhim Sen Sachar

Answer

Capt. Amarinder Singh is the current Chief Minister of Punjab and it is his second term as CM of Punjab.

Virasat-e-Khalsa is situated in which city?

A) Ludhiana

B) Amritsar

C) Anandpur Sahib

D) Patiala

Answer

Virasat-e-Khalsa is situated in Shri Anandpur Sahib. This city was founded by Shri Guru Teg Bahadur ji, the ninth guru of sikh religion.

According to the 2011 census, what is the literacy rate in Punjab?

A) 75.8 %

B) 73.0 %

C) 76.7 %

D) 83.6 %

Answer

According to the 2011 census, the literacy rate in Punjab is 75.8 %.

What is the total number of inhabited villages in Punjab?

A) 11256

B) 1754

C) 25478

D) 12581

Answer

According to 2011 census, there are total 12581 inhabited villages in Punjab. The numbre of Panchayats is more than the number of

villages.

Which district of Punjab is most populous?

A) Amritsar

B) Ludhiana

C) Bathinda

D) Jalandhar

Answer

Ludhiana is most populous district of Punjab. Its population is 34.99 lakh.

The only Punjabi novelist to get the prestigious Jnanpith Award (Gyanpeeth Award)?

A) Gurdial Singh

B) Sohan Singh Sital

C) Nanak Singh

D) Jaswant Singh Kanwal

Answer

Gurdial Singh is the only Punjabi novelist to be honoured with the Jnanpith Award and he received this award in year 2000. It is one of

the highest literary awards in India. The only other Punjabi writer to receive this award is Amrita Pritam.

Who was the first Indian to travel in space?

A) Kalpana Chawla

B) Rakesh Sharma

C) Ravish Malhotra

D) Sunita Williams

Answer

Rakesh Sharma, born in Patiala city of Punjab, is the first and only Indian astronaut to travel in space. He flew into space in Russian

spacecraft Soyuz T-11, which was launched on April 3, 1984.

Who was the first one to establish Sikh rule?

A) Maharaja Ranjit Singh

B) Guru Gobind Singh

C) Baba Banda Singh Bahadur

D) S. Hari Singh Nalua

Answer

Baba Banda Singh Bahadur was the first Sikh ruler. He established Sikh rule in 1710 by winning the battle with mughal army at Chapar

Chiri. In memory of that war, there is a memorial named Fateh-Burj (Victory Tower) at Chapar Chiri, Mohali.

Which of the following is the main industry in Jalandhar?

A) Hand Tools Manufacturing

B) Cycle Parts Industry

C) Information Technology

D) Electronics

Answer

Hand Tools manufacturing is one of the main industries of Jalandhar. It is also famous for its sports industry and printing industry. The

hand tools manufactured in Jalandhar are supplied all through India and also exported to many other countries.

Which city was the capital of Punjab before India got independence?

A) Chandigarh

B) Amritsar

C) Lahore

D) Delhi

Answer

Before India got independence in 1947, Lahore was the capital of Punjab.

How many universities are there in Punjab?

A) 6

B) 10

C) 26

D) 18

Answer

There are total 26 universities in Punjab, where CT University (Ludhiana) is the latest additon to list of universities in Punjab. In

addition to that there are three deemed universities in the state.

Which fruit is produced in highest quantity in Punjab?

A) Mango

B) Guava

C) Ber

D) Kinnow

Answer

Amongst the fruits produced in Punjab, Kinnow is produced in largest quantity. It is grown mainly in Fazilka, Firozpur and Muktsar

districts. According to the total quantity produced, Guava and Mangoes are placed at 2nd and 3rd position respectively.

Which of the following Pakistani citizen is awarded Bharat Ratna?

A) Muhammad Ali Jinnah

B) Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan

C) Liaquat Ali Khan

D) Malala Yousafzai

Answer

Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan was awarded Bharat Ratna in year 1987. He was a famous independece activist during British rule in India and

was known as Sarhadi Gandhi (Forntier Gandhi). This was the first time when this award was given to a non-Indian citizen.

When did the Jallianwala Bagh massacre occured?

A) 1913

B) 1919

C) 1920

D) 1931

Answer

Correct answer is B; the massacre of Jallianwala Bagh occured on 13 April, 1919. The british army fired at the non-violent protestors

gatherd at Jallianwala Bagh (Garden) and killed more than 1000 people.

How much is the total area of Punjab?

A) 10,992 square kilometers

B) 21,231 square kilometers

C) 50,362 square kilometers

D) 8,756 square kilometers

Answer

The total area of Punjab is 50,362 square kilometers. It is almost 1.6% of total area of India.

How many air force stations are there in Punjab?

A) 3

B) 5

C) 4

D) 7

Answer

There are five air force stations (AFS) in Punjab and these are Pathankot, Amritsar, Halwara (near Ludhiana), Bathinda, Adampur (near

Jalandhar).

According to population, Punjab is at which rank amongst all 29 states of India?

A) 14th

B) 11th

C) 16th

D) 19th

Answer

Total population of Punjab is 2.77 crore, which is 2.30% of India's total population. On the basis of population, it is at 16th position

among the states of India.

The maximum trains stop at which railway station of the state?

A) Amritsar

B) Jalandhar Cantt

C) Bathinda

D) Ludhiana

Answer

The maximum number of trains stop at Ludhiana railway station. There are almost 250 daily trains which halt, originate or terminate at

this station.

There is a railway division which has headquarters in Punjab. Can you name it?

A) Bathinda

B) Firozpur

C) Pathankot

D) Jalandhar

Answer

The Firozpur Cantt. railway divison has headquarters in Punjab. The railway routes/stations of the state come under either Firozpur

Cantt. division or the Ambala Cantt. division. These divisons are in the Northern Railway zone.

Which town of Punjab has the largest grain market of Asia?

A) Ludhiana

B) Samrala

C) Bathinda

D) Khanna

Answer

Khanna city has the largest grain market of Asia. Khanna is a city in Ludhiana district of Punjab, located on Ludhiana - New Delhi

highway.

Who is the current deputy chief minister of Punjab?

A) Navjot Singh Sidhu

B) Brahm Mohindra

C) Rana K.P. Singh

D) None

Answer

The correct answer is None, there is no deputy CM in the state. There is no constitutional position of a Deputy CM in Punjab and it is

choice of the Chief Minister to appoint his Deputy to assist him in the governanace.

Fateh-Burj (Victory Tower), constructed in the memory of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur, is situated in which city?

A) Mohali

B) Amritsar

C) Anandpur Sahib

D) Patiala

Answer

Fateh-Burj is located in Chapar Chiri village in Mohali. This place is on the Kharar-Landran main road.

According to the 2011 census, how much is the total population of Punjab?

A) 5.10 crore

B) 3.45 crore

C) 8.73 crore

D) 2.77 crore

Answer

According to the 2011 census, total population of Punjab is 2.77 crore.

Who was the first woman Punjabi writer to get Sahitya Akademi Award?

A) Prabhjot Kaur

B) Amrita Pritam

C) Dalip Kaur Tiwana

D) Ajit Cour

Answer

Amrita Pritam was the first woman writer to get Sahitya Akademi Award for Punjabi language. This is the highest literary award in India.

She got this award in year 1956 for her book Sunehre.

Which city of Punjab is known as its industrial capital?

A) Amritsar

B) Ludhiana

C) Bathinda

D) Jalandhar

Answer

Ludhiana is one of the popular industrial towns of India and is known as the industrial capital of Punjab. It is also known as Manchester

of India.

Who became the chief minister of Punjab most number of times?

A) Partap Singh Kairon

B) Parkash Singh Badal

C) Shivraj V. Patil

D) Justice Gurnam Singh

Answer

S. Parkash Singh Badal has the honour of becoming chief minister of the state most number of times. Its his fifth term as the chief

minister of the state. He became the chief minister in 1970, 1977, 1997, 2007 and 2012.

Who is the first Indian to win an individual Gold Medal in Olympics?

A) Sushil Kumar

B) Leander Paes

C) Milkha Singh

D) Abhinav Bindra

Answer

Abhinav Bindra won a gold medal in 10 m Air Rifle in 2008 Olymic Games held in Beijing, China and became the first Indian to win a gold

medal in individual event. He has residence at Zirakpur, Punjab and his parents have installed a personal shotting range at their home

for his training.

Who established a strong Sikh empire?

A) Maharaja Ranjit Singh

B) Guru Gobind Singh

C) Baba Banda Singh Bahadur

D) S. Hari Singh Nalua

Answer

Maharaja Ranjit Singh established a strong Sikh empire. He ruled the erstwhile state of Punjab during the first half of the 19th century.

Ludhiana is famous for which of the following industry?

A) Hand Tools Manufacturing

B) Cycle Parts Industry

C) Plastics and Rubber

D) Diesel Engine Manufacturing

Answer

Ludhiana is famous for its cycle parts manufacturing industry. The major bicycle brands like Hero, Avon etc. are manufactured in

Ludhiana. The bicycles manufactured here are supplied throughout India and also exported to many other countries.

How many divisions are there in Punjab?

A) 22

B) 4

C) 5

D) 8

Answer

There are total five divisions of Punjab - Jalandhar, Patiala, Firozpur, Faridkot and Ropar. For the purpose of civil administration, the

state is divided into Divisions and divisions are further divided into districts and sub-divisions. The officer incharge of the civil

administration in a division is "Commissioner".

Who was the first governor of Punjab?

A) Sardar Ujjal Singh

B) Sh. Om Prakash Verma

C) Sh. Chandulal Madhavlal Trivedi

D) Dr. Gopi Chand Bhargava

Answer

Chandulal Madhavlal Trivedi was the first governor of Punjab. He became the governor on 15 August, 1947 and remained the governor

till 1953.

Which district of Punjab is least populous?

A) Amritsar

B) Barnala

C) Bathinda

D) Jalandhar

Answer

Barnala is least populous district of Punjab. Its population is around 5.95 lakh.

Which river separates the Malwa and Doaba regions?

A) Satluj

B) Ravi

C) Beas

D) Jhelum

Answer

Satluj river separates the Malwa and Doaba area of Punjab. The region towards south of this river is called Malwa and the region

towards North of this river is called Doaba. For more details, check this page - Majha, Malwa and Doaba in Punjab.

Which of the following dams are built on Beas river?

A) Pong dam and Pandoh dam

B) Ranjit Sagar dam and Pong dam

C) Pandoh dam and Bhakra Nangal dam

D) Nathpa dam and Pong dam

Answer

Pong dam and Pandoh dam are built on the Beas river. Pong Dam, also called as Maharana Partap Sagar, is located in Kangra district of

Himachal Pradesh. Pandoh dam is located in Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh and it diverts the waters of Beas river to Sutlej river.

Which of the following pair of districts lie in Kandi area?

A) Ropar & Jalandhar

B) Hoshiarpur & Jalandhar

C) Pathankot & Amritsar

D) Hoshiarpur & Pathankot

Answer

Hoshiarpur & Pathankot districts mainly fall in the Kandi area of Punjab. Other districts which partially lie in Kandi area are - Ropar,

Nawan Shahr and Mohali.

Who was the founder of Sikh religion?

A) Guru Nanak Dev

B) Guru Gobind Singh

C) Guru Arjan Dev

D) Guru Teg Bahadur

Answer

Guru Nanak Dev ji was the founder of Sikhism. He was born in 1469 at Nankana Sahib, now in Pakistan.

Who is the cabinet minister of Punjab Police department?

A) Manpreet Badal

B) Charanjit Channi

C) Suresh Arora

D) Amarinder Singh

Answer

Punjab Police is under the Department of Home Affairs and Justice. Amarinder Singh, the current CM of Punjab, is also the incharge of

this department.

Which city/town of Punjab is nearest to the border with Pakistan?

A) Khem Karan

B) Fazilka

C) Firozpur

D) Dera Baba Nanak

Answer

Dera Baba Nanak, a small town in Gurdaspur district of Punjab, is the town nearest to Pakistan border. Its distance is around 1 KM from

the border.

How many times President's rule was imposed in Punjab?

A) 6

B) 7

C) 4

D) 8

Answer

In Punjab, President's rule was imposed for 8 times. Perhaps this is the maximum figure for any state in India.

When was the Punjab Agriculture University established?

A) 1947

B) 1966

C) 1962

D) 1970

Answer

Punjab Agriculture University was established in 1962 and it is located in Ludhiana city.

How many lok sabha seats are there in Punjab?

A) 17

B) 20

C) 22

D) 13

Answer

There are total 13 lok sabha seats in Punjab.

Which is the main religion of people of Punjab?

A) Hinduism

B) Sikhism

C) Islam

D) Jain

Answer

The majority of people in Punjab follow Sikh religion. Punjab is the only state in India having Sikh population in majority.

Which river divides the Malwa and Doaba regions of Punjab?

A) Satluj

B) Beas

C) Ravi

D) Chenab

Answer

The correct answer is Satluj. The area on the north of Satluj river is called Doaba and the area on the southern side of the river is called

Malwa.

How much is the distance between Ludhiana and New Delhi, the capital of India?

A) Around 300 Km

B) Around 450 Km

C) Around 1200 Km

D) Around 600 Km

Answer

The distance between New Delhi and Ludhiana is around 300 Km. National Highway 1 (NH-1), also known as G.T. Road connects the two

cities.

Shiv Kumar Batalvi got Sahitya Akademi Award for which book?

A) Loona

B) Birha Tu Sultan

C) Piran Da Paraga

D) Alvida

Answer

The famous Punjabi novel "Pavitar Paapi" was written by which of the following novelist?

A) Jaswant Singh Kanwal

B) Gurbaksh Singh Preetlari

C) Gulzar Singh Sandhu

D) Nanak Singh

Answer

Nanak Singh was the writer of Pavitar Paapi.

Which place is the confluence point of Sutlej and Beas rivers?

A) Kanjli wetland

B) Harike wetland

C) Ropar wetland

D) Sukhna lake

Answer

Harike wetland is the confluence point of Sutlej and Beas rivers. It is one of the largest wetlands of north India and is famous for arrival

of migratory birds during winters.

In the independent India, when was the first elections of Punjab Assembly held?

A) 1947

B) 1948

C) 1950

D) 1952

Answer

After the independence of India, the first elections of Punjab Vidhan Sabha were held in year 1952.

Which district of Punjab has highest number of cities and towns (counted together)?

A) Bathinda

B) Ludhiana

C) Patiala

D) Jalandhar

Answer

Bathinda district has highest number of cities and town. There are total 21 cities and towns in this district. Although Ludhiana is most

populous district of Punjab, but total number of cities and towns in this district is 11.

Arrage the following places of Punjab with respect to their location from South to North?

1. Maur 2. Qadian 3. Sardulgarh 4. Nihal Singhwala 5. Kanjli Choose the correct code: A) 3, 1, 4, 5, 2

B) 1, 3, 4, 2, 5

C) 3, 1, 4, 2, 5

D) 3, 4, 1, 5, 2

Answer

The correct answer is A.

Which of the following Punjabi folk dances is not a dance form for males?

A) Jhumar

B) Bhangra

C) Malwai Giddha

D) Sammi

Answer

Sammi is a tradition dance for females. Bhangra, Jhumar and Malwai Giddha is performed by males.

Who was not a son of Maharaja Ranjit Singh?

A) Sher Singh

B) Nau Nihal Singh

C) Kharak Singh

D) Dalip Singh

Answer

Which river flows along the international boundry of India and Pakistan in Gurdaspur district of Punjab?

A) Satluj

B) Beas

C) Ravi

D) Chenab

Answer

River Ravi flows along the international boundry of India and Pakistan, through Amritsar and Gurdaspur districts of Punjab.

How much is the distance between Amritsar and New Delhi, the capital of India?

A) Around 300 Km

B) Around 450 Km

C) Around 1200 Km

D) Around 600 Km

Answer

How long is the Indo-Pak border running through Punjab?

A) 553

B) 361

C) 297

D) 482

Answer

The total length of Indo-Pak border in the state of Punjab is 553 KM. There are two road crossings in Punjab on this border, at Attari (or

Wagah) near Amritsar and at Hussainiwala near Firozpur.

What is the contribution of agriculture sector in the GDP of Punjab?

A) 31%

B) 37%

C) 21%

D) 17%

Answer

The contribution of agriculture in the GDP of Punjab is 17% (approximate figure according to 2014-15). The contribution of agriculture

and allied industries, which includes livestock, fishing, forestry & logging, is around 27%.

President's rule in Punjab, which lasted for the longest duration was started in which year?

A) 1951

B) 1966

C) 1984

D) 1987

Answer

Punjab has seen President's rule for total eight times. President's rule, that was started in the year 1987 and lasted for almost 5 years till

1992, was the longest duration.

What is the percentage of agricultural (cultivated) land to the total land area of Punjab?

A) 43%

B) 67%

C) 23%

D) 82%

Answer

The only stock exchange of Punjab is located in which city?

A) Chandigarh

B) Ludhiana

C) Amritsar

D) Hoshiarpur

Answer

There is a stock exchange in Ludhiana, called as Ludhiana Stock Exchange. Everyday, commodity trading worth crores is done through

this stock exchange.

The relics of the Harappan civilization period were found from which place of Punjab?

A) Pathankot

B) Ludhiana

C) Morinda

D) Sanghol

Answer

A number of relics, belonging to the almost three thousand years old Harappan period were found from Sanghol (also called as Uchha

Pind). A large number of coins, pillars, stone slabs etc. and remains of a Buddhist stupa are also found from this place. You can see these

items at Archaeological Museum at Sanghol located on Chandigarh-Ludhiana highway at a distance of almost 60 Kms from Ludhiana and

almost 40 Kms from Chandigarh.

After India got independence, PEPSU state was formed by merging some princely states of the Punjab region. How many princely states

were part of PEPSU?

A) 7

B) 8

C) 13

D) 14

Answer

Who was the first Rajpramukh of PEPSU?

A) 1948

B) 1950

C) 1956

D) 1966

Answer

Maharaja of Patiala, Yadavindra Singh was made the first Rajpramukh of Pepsu. This post was equivalent to the post of Governor in

today's terms.

Who was the first Chief Minister of PEPSU?

A) Kaptan Singh Solanki

B) Gopi Chand Bhargava

C) Sital Singh

D) Gian Singh Rarewala

Answer

Gian Singh Rarewala was the first chief minister of Pepsu. He was the first non-Congress chief minister of any state in independent India.

When was PEPSU merged into Punjab?

A) 1948

B) 1950

C) 1956

D) 1966

Answer

PEPSU state was merged into Punjab in 1956.

Kanjli wetland is situlated on which river?

A) Sutlej

B) Kali Bein

C) Patiala Ki Rao

D) Ghaggar

Answer

Kanjli wetland is situated on the Kali Bein river, a tributary of Beas river. It is a man made wetland and is situated at a distance of around

4 KM from Kapurthala city. It is one of the three wetlands of Punjab which are recognized internationally and are included in the List of

Wetlands of International Importance.

Which place is the confluence point of Sutlej and Beas rivers?

A) Kanjli wetland

B) Harike wetland

C) Ropar wetland

D) Sukhna lake

Answer

Harike wetland (Hari-ke-pattan) is the confluence point of Sutlej and Beas rivers. It is one of the largest wetlands of north India and is

famous for arrival of migratory birds during winters.

Chandigarh, the capital of Punjab is also capital of one more state. Can you name that state?

A) Jammu and Kashmir

B) Himachal Pradesh

C) Rajasthan

D) Haryana

Answer

The correct answer is (D) Haryana. Chandigarh is a union territory and is captial of both Punjab and Haryana.

According to the 2011 census, which district of Punjab has the highest literacy rate?

A) Firozpur

B) Gurdaspur

C) Hoshiarpur

D) Bathinda

Answer

According to the 2011 census, Hoshiarpur district has the highest literacy rate of 84.6 percent.

Which city of Punjab was known as "Virat Ki Nagri"?

A) Pathankot

B) Dasua

C) Jalandhar

D) Sanghol

Answer

Dasua town in district Hoshiarpur is called as "Virat Ki Nagri". In Mahabharta, this area was the kingdom of king Virata.

According to area, Punjab is at which rank amongst the 29 states of India?

A) 11th

B) 14th

C) 16th

D) 20th

Answer

Total area of Punjab is 50362 square kilometers, which is around 1.5% of India's total area. On the basis of area, Punjab is at 20th rank

among all the states of India. Rajasthan is the largest state by area.

Which of the following dams are built on Sutlej river?

A) Bhakra Dam and Pong Dam

B) Ranjit Sagar Dam and Bhakra Dam

C) Pandoh Dam and Pong Dam

D) Nathpa Jhakri Dam and Bhakra Dam

Answer

Nathpa Jhakri Dam and Bhakra Dam are built on the waters of Sutlej river. Both these dams are located in Himachal Pradesh.

Who arranged the Komagata Maru ship for voyage to Canada?

A) Gurdit Singh Sandhu

B) Sohan Singh Bhakna

C) Gurdit Singh Jawanda

D) Lala Har Dyal

Answer

Gurdit Singh Sandhu (also known as Baba Gurdit Singh Komagata Maru) chartered the ship Komagata Maru. The ship began its voyage

from Hong Kong to Vancouver (Canada) with 376 passengers on board in April 1914. The ship was hired to challenge the Canadian

immigration laws and to open the doors of Canada for Indian immigrants.

Which is the state animal of Punjab?

A) Blackbuck

B) Lion

C) Cow

D) Horse

Answer

Blackbuck (Kala Hiran) is the state animal of Punjab. These animals are found mainly in the Abohar Wildlife Sanctuary.

Ram Tirath temple located near Amritsar city is dedicated to which lord/saint?

A) Lord Ram

B) Shri Krishan

C) Bhagat Kabir

D) Maharishi Valmiki

Answer

This temple is dedicated to Maharishi Valmiki. There is an ancient hermitage at this place and it is believed that Maharishi Valmiki lived

at this place.

How many districts of Punjab are located along internationl border with Pakistan?

A) 4

B) 5

C) 6

D) 7

Answer

There are six border districts in Punjab which share the boundry with Pakistan. These districts are Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar,

Tarn Taran, Firozpur and Fazilka.

Which town of Punjab is known as 'Guru Ki Kashi'?

A) Amritsar

B) Talwandi Sabo

C) Kiratpur Sahib

D) Dera Baba Nanak

Answer

Talwandi Sabo, a town in Bathinda district, is known with the title 'Guru Ki Kashi'. Guru Gobind Singh ji compiled the full version of Adi

Granth at this place and also involved in many literary activities during his stay at this place. Due to this, the city got its nickname Guru

Ki Kashi. Kashi or Varanasi is a town famous for literature/education of hindu religion from the ancient times.

What is the total number of MP seats in Punjab?

A) 117

B) 7

C) 13

D) 20

Answer

The total number of MP seats in Punjab is twenty. Most of reader will answer 13, which is incorrect.

When did Punjab came under the British rule?

A) 1757

B) 1857

C) 1849

D) 1882

Answer

Punjab came under the British rule in 1949. After the death of Maharaja Ranjit Singh in 1840, there was no strong ruler of the kingdom.

Punjab was ruled by multiple kings during the next 9 years and ultimately Punjab became a part of British rule in 1949.

How many vidhan sabha seats are there in Punjab?

A) 117

B) 220

C) 122

D) 113

Answer

There are total 117 vidhan sabha seats in Punjab.

Which is the main religion of people of Punjab?

A) Hinduism

B) Sikhism

C) Islam

D) Jain

Answer

The majority of people in Punjab follow Sikh religion. Punjab is the only state in India having Sikh population in majority.

Which river divides the Majha and Doaba regions of Punjab?

A) Satluj

B) Beas

C) Ravi

D) Chenab

Answer

The correct answer is Beas. The area on the north of Beas river is called Majha and the area on the southern side of the river is called

Doaba.

The area between river Satluj and Beas is known as:

A) Majha

B) Malwa

C) Doaba

D) Poandh

Answer

The area between Satluj and Beas rivers is known as Doaba. The word Doaba is formed as Do (means Two) + Aab (Water or River) i.e.

the area between two rivers.

Nanak Singh Navalkar got Sahitya Akademi Award for which book?

A) B.A. Pass

B) Chitta Lahu

C) Ik Miaan Do Talwaran

D) Pavitar Paapi

Answer

Nanak Singh Navalkar was honoured with Sahitya Akademi Award for his novel Ik Miaan Do Talwaran, in 1962.

Which sports event is known by the nick name 'Rural Olympics'?

A) State Level Games of Punjab

B) Annual School Games of Punjab

C) Kabaddi World Cup

D) Sports Festival at Kila Raipur

Answer

The correct answer is (D); the annual sports festival held at Kila Raipur, a small town localed near Ludhiana, is known as Rural Olympics.

There are competitions of major rural sports of Punjab like bullock-cart race, rope pulling, gatka (martial art) etc.

When did today's state of Punjab came into existence?

A) 1 November 1966

B) 13 April 1962

C) 15 August 1947

D) 1 November 1956

Answer

In 1966, the state of Punjab was divided into three parts on linguistic basis - Punjabi speaking state with name Punjab and Hindi

speaking Haryana and Himachal Pradesh. Hence, today's state of Punjab came into existence on 1 November, 1966 and this day is

marked as New Punjab Day.

Which is the only town in Punjab having majority of muslim population?

A) Nabha

B) Malerkotla

C) Nakodar

D) Shahkot

Answer

Malerkotla is the only town of Punjab which has majority of its population belonging to muslim community. According to 2011 census,

68.5% of the total population is muslim. It is located in Sangur district on Ludhiana-Sangrur state highway, at a distance of around 35 km

from Sangrur and around 45 km from Ludhiana.

Which of the following town of Punjab is known as "Steel Town" or "Iron Market"?

A) Ludhiana

B) Barnala

C) Mandi Gobindgarh

D) Phagwara

Answer

Mandi Gobindgarh is known as Steel Town or Iron Market (Loha Mandi in Punjabi) due to a large number of steel factories, foundry and

forging units. The town in located in Fatehgarh Sahib district, on national highway 1 connecting Ludhiana to Delhi.

Maharaj Ranjit Singh was associated with which of the following Misl (band)?

A) Phulkian Misl

B) Ramgarhia Misl

C) Ahluwalia Misl

D) Sukerchakia Misl

Answer

Maharaja Ranjit Singh belonged to Sukerchakia misl. It was founded by Charat Singh, the grandfather of Ranjit Singh and initially ruled

the area around Gujranwala district of Punjab (now in Pakistan).

Who was the first ever Punjabi author to get Sahitya Akademi Award?

A) Prabhjot Kaur

B) Amrita Pritam

C) Dalip Kaur Tiwana

D) Ajit Cour

Answer

Bhai Vir Singh was the first Punjabi writer to be honoured with Sahitya Akademi Award, the highest literary award in India. He got this

award in year 1955 for his book Mere Sayian Jio. He was a famous Punjabi poet and his writing are mainly religious/spiritual in nature.

Which two districts of Punjab are the major producers of Mangoes?

A) Jalandhar and Hoshiarpur

B) Amritsar and Gurdaspur

C) Gurdaspur and Hoshiarpur

D) Ropar and Mohali

Answer

Amongst all the districts of the state, Gurdaspur and Hoshiarpur are the two largest producers of Mangoes.

Who has the record of scoring most goals in a final of men's hockey in olympics?

A) Balbir Singh, Sr.

B) Balbir Singh, Jr.

C) Dhyan Chand

D) Kishan Lal

Answer

Balbir Singh (Senior) scored 5 goals in the final match against Netherlands in the 1952 olympics. Indian team won by 6-1 and got the

gold medal. This record is unbeaten till date.

Which of the following freedom fighter is associated with Jallianwala Bagh?

A) Udham Singh

B) Bhagat Singh

C) Kartar Singh Sarabha

D) Rajguru

Answer

Shaheed Udham Singh was a great revolutionary who is known for taking revenge of Jallianwala Bagh Massacre. He killed Michael

O'Dwyer in March 1940 in London.

When was the Punjab Agricultural University established?

A) 1947

B) 1966

C) 1962

D) 1970

Answer

Punjab Agricultural University was established in 1962 and it is located in Ludhiana city.

National Martyrs Memorial is situated at which place of Punjab?

A) Hussainiwala

B) Wagah

C) Amritsar

D) Attari

Answer

National Martyrs Memorial is situated at Hussainiwala village, near Firozpur city. It marks the place where three great Indian

revolutionaries Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru were cremated. After partition, the cremation spot of martyrs went to Pakistan and

India got this land in 1961 through exchange of some other land with Pakistan.

Shaheed Sukhdev, a prominent freedom fighter, was born in which city?

A) Jalandhar

B) Lahore

C) Ludhiana

D) Ropar

Answer

Shaheed Sukhdev Thapar was born in Ludhiana city and his house is still located in the old city area. He was a close accomplice of Bhagat

Singh and was hanged to death on 23 March, 1931 along with Bhagat Singh and Rajguru for his involvment in Lahore Conspiracy Case.

Which river flows along the international boundry of India and Pakistan at Firozpur?

A) Sutlej

B) Beas

C) Ravi

D) Chenab

Answer

Sutlej River flows along the international boundry of India with Pakistan and separates Firozpur district of Punjab from Pakistan.

Which of the following places is famous for arrival of migratory birds?

A) Harike Wetland

B) Sukhna Lake

C) Hoshiarpur

D) Pathankot

Answer

Harike Wetland, also known as Hari-ke-pattan, is the most famous place in north India for arrival of migratory birds. Spread over an area

of 41 sq. km., this is a notified Bird Sanctuary and one of the largest wetlands in north India.

How many major wetlands are there in Punjab?

A) 3

B) 5

C) 7

D) 18

Answer

There are three major wetlands in Punjab, namely Harike Wetland, Ropar Wetland and Kanjli Wetland.

Who was the first defence minister of India?

A) Lal Bahadur Shastri

B) Vallabhbhai Patel

C) Swarn Singh

D) Baldev Singh

Answer

Baldev Singh was the first defence minister of India.

Which of the following is awarded Padma Vibhushan?

A) Bhai Veer Singh

B) S. Partap Singh Kairon

C) S. Parkash Singh Badal

D) Satish Chander Dhawan

Answer

S. Parkash Singh Badal is awarded Padma Vibhushan in year 2015. He was presented this award on 30 March, 2015 by the President of

India Sh. Pranab Mukherjee. The citation presented to Badal termed him the "grand patriarch on the Indian political scene." It is the

second highest civilan award in India. The highest civilian award in India is "Bharat Ratna".

Which air force officer has reached upto the rank of 'Marshal of Air Force' in India?

A) Subroto Mukerjee

B) Dilbagh Singh

C) Arjan Singh

D) Arup Raha

Answer

Arjan Singh was conferred the rank of Marshal of Air Force in 2002 for his distinguished services to the force and the nation. He led

the air force during the 1965 war with Pakistan. He is the first and the only 'Five Star' rank officer with the Indian Air Force.

Which of the following air force officers is awarded 'Param Vir Chakra'?

A) Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon

B) Dilbagh Singh

C) Pratap Chandra Lal

D) Norman Anil Kumar Browne

Answer

Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon was posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra. It is India's highest military decoration. He is

the only soldier of Indian Air Force to date to be honoured with this award. He was so honoured for his defence of Srinagar Air Base

against a Pakistani attack during the war of 1971.

The shape of today's Punjab is similar to which of the following geometrical figures?

A) Rhombus

B) Rectangle

C) Circle

D) Triangle

Answer

On the map, the shape of Punjab looks like a Triangle. Pathankot district is at the top corner of the triangle. Fazilka district is at the left

corner and Patiala district is near the right corner of the triangular shape. You may like this page about Geography of Punjab.

Which of the following leaders died due to hunger strike for the transfer of Punjabi speaking areas to Punjab?

A) Sant Fateh Singh

B) Darshan Singh Pheruman

C) Master Tara Singh

D) Giani Ditt Singh

Answer

Darshan Singh Pheruman started fast unto death for the demands of transfer of Chandigarh and other Punjabi speaking areas to Punjab.

He died on 27 October 1969, on the 74th day of his hunger strike.

Which city of India is known as Golden City?

A) Jodhpur

B) Varanasi

C) Udaipur

D) Amritsar

Answer

Amritsar is known as Golden City as Golden Temple, a popular shrine of Sikh religion, is located in the city. The main building is covered

with original gold plating, that's why the shirne is known as Golden Temple and the city is called as golden city. Another city, Jaisalmer is

also known as golden city.

When was Shaheed Bhagat Singh born?

A) 23 March, 1907

B) 23 March, 1931

C) 31 July, 1904

D) 28 September, 1907

Answer

Bhagat Singh was born on 28 September 1907 at Banga village, tehsil Jaranwala in Lyallpur district of Punjab (now in Pakistan). His

ancestral house, which is now converted into a museum, is at village Khatkar Kalan, near Banga town in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar

district of Punjab. Note that Bhagat Singh was neither born or lived in that ancestral house.

Which of the following Indian freedom fighters killed a british officer in Britain?

A) Bhagat Singh

B) Chandra Shekhar Azad

C) Udham Singh

D) Lala Har Dayal

Answer

Udham Singh, a great Indian revolutionary, assassinated the former british officer Michael O'Dwyer in London. Michael O'Dwyer was the

governor of Punjab and was responsible for Jallianwala Bagh Massacre.

Which of the following revolutionaries threw bombs at Central Legislative Assembly in Delhi?

A) Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev

B) Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt

C) Kishori Lal, Jai Gopal and Bhagat Singh

D) Chandra Shekhar Azad and Jai Gopal

Answer

Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt were involved in the bombing of Central Legislative Assembly on 8 April 1929. The bombs were

thrown at the empty benches to ensure that there were no casualities. The purpose of the bombing was to protest against the

introduction of new bills against the trade unionism and revolutionary activities.

Which is the state bird of Punjab?

A) Peacock

B) Black Francolin

C) Northern Goshawk

D) Western Tragopan

Answer

Northern Goshawk, also called Baaz in Punjabi and Hindi, is the state bird of Punjab. The national bird of India is Peacock.

What is the ratio of Hindu and Sikh population in total population of Punjab?

A) 38.49% and 57.69%

B) 72.34% and 24.39%

C) 46.49% and 50.18%

D) 26.74% and 70.12%

Answer

The correct answer is A. The ratio of Hindu and Sikh population is 38.49% and 57.69% respectively.

Who was the founder president of 'Ghadar Party'?

A) Sohan Singh Bhakna

B) Lala Har Dayal

C) Kartar Singh Sarabha

D) Kesar Singh

Answer

Sohan Singh Bhakna was the founder president of the Ghadar Party. Ghadar Party was founded by Punjabi Indians living in USA and

Canada with the purpose of liberating India from the British rule through revolt or rebellion.

When was Kartar Singh Sarabha executed?

A) 1907

B) 1931

C) 1915

D) 1931

Answer

Kartar Singh Sarabha was executed on 16 November 1915 for his role in Ghadar Conspiracy. He was a key member of Ghadar Party, an

organization formed by Indians living in USA and Canada to end the british rule through armed struggle.

Which city is the capital of Punjab?

A) Ludhiana

B) Amritsar

C) Chandigarh

D) Patiala

Answer

Chandigarh is the capital of Punjab. This is famously known as City Beautiful.

Which is the state tree of Punjab?

A) Neem

B) Banyan

C) Sheesham

D) Peepal

Answer

Sheesham (Tahli) is the state tree of Punjab. It is also known as Indian Rosewood.

The national tree of India is Banyan (ਬੋਹੜ - Bohr).

Which characters of Ramayana are believed to be born at Ram Tirath (Amritsar)?

A) Luv and Kush

B) Lakshmana

C) Vishwamitra

D) Indrajit

Answer

Ram Tirath temple is the birthplace of Luv and Kush, the sons of Lord Rama. This place was the hermitage of Maharishi Valmiki. Sita,

after being deserted by Ram, lived at this place and gave birth to Luv and Kush.

What is the total number of police stations and police posts in Punjab?

A) 220

B) 395

C) 159

D) 560

Answer

The total number of police stations and police posts in Punjab is 560. There are 401 police stations and 159 police posts. The incharge of

a police station is called S.H.O. (Station House Officer). Generally an Inspector rank officer is appointed SHO, but at some places it can

be a policeman of higher or lower rank.

Kapurthala city is known on the industrial map of Punjab for which of the following manufacturing units?

A) Rail Coach Factory

B) Vardhman Textiles

C) Tata Advanced Systems Limited

D) Indian Ordnance Factory

Answer

Rail Coach Factory (Kapurthala) is one of the biggest industrial units of Punjab. This is the largest coach manufacturing unit of Indian

Railways and it produces more than 1600 rail coaches annually. This is one of the 3 rail coach manufacturing units in India. Other two

such units are located in Chennai and Raebareli.

Who is the first lady to become an IPS (Indian Police Services) officer?

A) Kiran Bedi

B) Kamaljeet Kaur

C) Durba Banerjee

D) Surekha Shankar Yadav

Answer

Kiran Bedi joined IPS in 1972 and became the first lady IPS officer. She was born and brought up in Amritsar city of Punjab.