MADHYA PRADESH TOURISM

QUIZ COMPETITION 2023

DISTRICT LEVEL

DATE- 27th July, 2023 Time: 02 hours 10 am to 12 pm.

Name of the members of the participant team

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Carefully read the instructions then solve the questions.

1. The question paper has 10 sections. Every section has 10 questions each, totaling to 100 questions. You
are being given a separate answer-sheet to write your answers. All participant members (students) of
the schools will write their names and sign and write the name of their school. Then they will write the
correct answers in the answer-sheet in the blank space provided according to question number.
2. This question paper is to be solved jointly by the three- membered school team.
3. Answer should be written only one time. Re-written/over written answer will not be considered.
4. 01 marks will be given for every correct answer. For a wrong answer or un-attempted question, zero
marks will be given.
5. Each team has to write answers in answer-sheet based on question -paper. The question paper can be
taken by the students. Answer sheet has to be compulsorily submitted to the invigilator.
6. The Evaluators must follow the instructions given during evaluation.
7. The Answer sheet must have the signatures of both the Invigilator and the Evaluator.
8. In case of any dispute, the decision of MP Tourism Board will be final.
 Section 1 ( Select the correct answer )
From - Q1-10 have questions based on Historical and Archaeological context of
Madhya Pradesh. Read the questions carefully. Write the answer in your answer-
sheet.
1. These rock-cut caves belonging to 7th-8th centaury are known by different names like Vivah-mada,
Shankar Mada,Ganesh Mada and Ravan Mada. In which district is it situated?
(A) Sidhi (B) Singrauli
(C) Shahdol (D) Satna
2. In this tourist district Sirval Mahadev temple,Surya Narayan Temple are situated. The Kasrawad
stupa is the main historic site. This district is also famous for production of coloured cotton and
the fair of Singa ji.
(A) Khargone (B) Harda
(C) Khandwa (D) Badwani
3. The Udaigiri caves situated in Madhya Pradesh are one of the very important archaeological sites
of India and are protected monuments of Archaeological Survey of India. These caves are mainly:-
(A) Buddhist and Vaishnav caves (B) Shaiv & Vaishnav caves
(C) Buddhist and Jain Caves (C) Shaiv and Jain Caves
4. Where are tourist spots like Bandarkudni, Mudhiya-math,Tripursundari and Dumna Nature
Reserve situated in Madhya Pradesh?
(A) Pachmari (B) Mandu
(C) Bhopal (D) Jabalpur
5. Legend says that Brahma, Vishnu & Mahesh had incarnated here. Lord Ram had stayed here
during his exile. Kamadgiri,Anusuiya ashram and Bharatkoop are situated here.
(A) Orchha (B) Chitrakoot
(C) Satna (D) Amarkantak
6. An inscription of 10th Centuray has been found from here which has description of Shivgarh,
Chamundraj and Mahendrapal. The temple of Maladevi is situated here.
(A) Gyaraspur (Vidisha) (B) Dashpur (Mandsaur)
(C) Sanchi (Raisen) (D) Eran (Sagar)
th
7. This city was the capital of the Chandels in the 12 Century and is situated at the confluence of
Guraiya and Vyarama rivers. This city is famous for the remains of Shiva and Jain temples.
(A) Kundalpur (B) Khajuraho
(C) Nohta (D) Panna
8. The fort of Hinglajgarh, Yashoharman Pillar inscription, Raghuveer library and Research Center,
Luvsagar waterbody, Raj nivas, Laduna and the cenotaphs of Yashwant Rao Holkar are the famous
tourist spots of this district. What is the name of the district?
(A) Indore (B) Mandsaur
(C) Ratlam (D) Khargon
9. The famous spots like Hanuman tekri temple, Bees bhuja devi temple,Bajranggarh fort and Malpur
Siddheshwar caves are the famous spots of which district?
(A) Sagar (B) Agar-Malwa
(C) Guna (D) Indore
10. These caves are a group of 9 memorials which are famous for paintings. These caves are believed
to be the meditation spot of Buddhist monks. Which caves are these?
(A) Bhimbetka caves (B) Udaigiri caves
(C) Saru Maru caves (D) Bagh caves
Section- 2 (Fill in the blanks)
From Q- 11 to 20 contain question about films shot in Madhya Pradesh. You have to
write the correct answer in your answer sheet.
11. The beauty of the Electric-
starring Kangana Ranawat and Arjun Rampal.
12.

13. historic tourist city Chanderi of

Madhya Pradesh.
14.
15. Malajkhand Copper Project, Gangulpara Ranger College and in Kanha Kisli t Starring
Vidhya Balan was shot.
16. Some parts of the district , the scenes
of the fields of sugarcane and village shot.
17.
. historic place in Madhya Pradesh along with Indore and Maheshwar.
18. The film starring Sunil Dutt and Waheeda Rehman was shot in the Chambal region of
Madhya Pradesh.
19. and Abhay Deol was shot in Tamia and Jhirpa of Chhindwara
in Madhya Pradesh.
20.

Section 3 (Fill in the blanks with the given words)

From Q 21 to 30 contain questions on national parks, sanctuaries, zoo and eco-tourism
of Madhya Pradesh. Choose the correct answer from words given below and write in
your answer sheet.
(Kanha Kisli National Park,Singhori Sanctuary, Chambal Sanctuary, Sanjay-Dubri
National Park, Kheoni Sanctuary, Gangau Sanctuary, Panpatha Sanctuary,
Van Vihar National Park,Karera Sanctuary,Sailana Sanctuary ).
21. In which sanctuary of Madhya Pradesh are wild buffaloes being protected?
22. The government of India has declared threteaned aquatic
Aquatic Animal. Their habitat is around Rajghat in Morena of Madhya Pradesh. In which sanctuary
of Madhya Pradesh is the habitat of Gangetic Dolphin found?
23. In which sanctuary are the Fort of Chowkigarh, Jamvanti Caves and Mrigendranath Caves situated?
This sanctuary is famous for its pre-historic importance. Write the name of the sanctuary.
24. Write the name of the sanctuary in Dewas district which is famous for leopard,Chital,Sambhar ,
Nilgai etc.
25. This sanctuary situated in district Umaria is a part of the Bandhavgarh National Park. Write the
name of this sanctuary.
26. The adhya Pradesh. One of the sanctuaries is
Sardarpur. Write the name of the other sanctuary.
27. In this National Park of Madhya Pradesh, a trend has been started to adopt wild animals. An ISO
certified zoo has also been set up here. Write the name of this National Park.
28. The Puranic Shravan Lake, Sunset point,Bamni Dadar and Raja -Rani Sal Tree( branchless trunks)
are tourist attractions of which National Park?
29. enchanting
Black Buck is also seen here. No tree other than Babul (Gum Arabic) is found here. Tell the name
of the sanctuary.
30. Through which national park does the river Gopad flows ?

Section-4 (Choose the answers from the given options)

From Q31 to 40 are about the Forts, palaces, Kund, fortresses, premises, garh and
garhis of Madhya Pradesh which are the main tourist attraction and heritage of
various districts. You have to read the description given and on the basis of that, write
the correct answer in your answer sheet.
31. This fort is considered to be very ancient and very safe. This fort had its association with the
Kuchhwahas, Tomars and Jaipur royal families. This fort was the capital of the Naga kings. This fort
is also associated with Nal and Damayanti described in the Mahabharta. Write the name of the
fort.
(A) Fort of Gwalior (B) Fort of Narwar
(C) Fort of Mandsaur (D) Fort of Sabalgarh
32. This historic fort is visible from every direction of the city. It is amongst the invincible forts of India.
Seeings its amazing and magnificient form, Babur calle
very rich from architectural point of view. What is the name of the Fort?
(A) Fort of Gwalior (B) Kharbuja Mahal
(C) Fort of Chanderi (D) Fort of Ater
33.This palace is an excellent example of the Mandu style of architecture. Constructed by the sultan of
Mandu, the fort was demolished by the Pindharis in the course of time. 52 kunds made of stone
in the holy river adjoining the palace offers coolness to the palace. What is the name of this
palace?
(A) Jahaz Mahal (B) Baghelin Mahal
(C) Asharfi Mahal (D) Kaliadeh Mahal
34. This fort, situated in Raisen district, is worth seeing from tourism point of view. Constructed by
King Rajbasanti in 1200 AD, Rohit Mahal, Badal Mahal and another palace is situated here. What is
the name of this Palace?
(A) Naukhanda Mahal (B) Koshak Mahal
(C) Kharbuja Mahal (D) Itradar Mahal
35. This palace is situated in Mandla fortress. It was constructed by King Hridayshah. It is worth seeing
from tourism point of view. What is the name of the palace?
(A) Baghelin Ka Mahal (B) Madan Mahal
(C) Shaukat Mahal (D) Itradar Mahal
36. This fort is an excellent example of ancient tradition and culture. The Darbar hall of the Fort has
been transformed into various galleries and changed into Baghela Museum. Temples of Lord Shiva
with a thousand eyes and Mahamrityunjaya are situated inside the Fort. Write the name of this
Fort.
(A) Fort of Bandhavgarh (B) Fort of Govindgarh
(C) Fort of Rewa (D) Fort of Nagod
ya Pradesh. This is also
known as the watch tower and army cantonment of Rani Durgawati. Write the name of this Fort.
(A) Madan Mahal Fort (B) Garh Mandla Fort
(C) Singhorgarh Fort (D) Singhgarh Fort
38. This Fort located at the confluence of Seep and Kadwal river, at the northern part of Madhya
Pradesh, is an unmatched example of stone architecture. This fort was constructed in 1026 AD.
What is the name of this Fort?
(A) Lohgarh Fort (B) Sabalgarh Fort
(C) Manpur Fort (D) Sheopur Fort
39. This palace is located at a height of 80 foot at the beautiful right bank of the river Tapti. The Fort-
like palace was once a seven-storyed huge building. Over the time, the Mughal rulers had
constructed a royal bath along with beautiful gardens in this palace. What is the name of this
palace?
(A) Shahi Mahal (Fort) (B) Raoratan Mahal
(C) Mahal Gulara (D) Moti Mahal
40. This Fort was constructed by the Bhadoriya rulers in the 17th century. It is also known as Kotidev
Giri. What is the name of the Fort?
(A) Fort of Ater (B) Fort of Sabalgarh
(C) Gohad Fort (D) Fort of Bhind
 Section- 5 (Answer based on description)
From Q 41 - 50 describe the various cultural festivals/events of Madhya Pradesh and
their importance from tourism point of view. According to the question you have to
give the name of the program /festival/folk art/ name of fair/venue in your answer
sheet. You have to write the correct answer in front of the question number in your
answer-sheet.
41. This fair is held on the next day of the no- moon day (Amavasya) in the month of Bhadrapad on
the bank of river Jaam. In this fair, people throw stones at each-other. Write the name of the fair.
42. In Avantipur-Badodiya situated in district Shajapur, a fair is held on the dry premises of the river
Nevaj on the occasion of Rangpanchmi. This fair is held for 15 days. Write the name of the fair.
43. In the Bundelkhand region, this fair is organized for one month starting on Basant Panchmi, in the
memory of King Mardan Singh Ju Dev throne. A market of cattle is held in this fair.
What is the name of this fair?
44. There is a devi temple in the Ghogra village of Sidhi district. A fair is held here every year. It is
believed that Birbal one of the Nav -Ratans of Emperor Akbar, was a the resident of this place.
Write the name of the fair held here.
45. In Datia District, on the occasion of Bhai Dooj (after Diwali) a huge fair is held on the banks of river
Sindhu which is attended by lakhs of devotees. Write the name of the fair.
46. In which city was the 38th Lokrang Utsav 2022 held by the Department of Culture, govt of Madhya
Pradesh? The subject of the event was Nomadic and Semi-nomadic tribes.
47. In which form of art of Nimad region are the figures of Sun, moon and swastik made on the day of
Hariyali Amavasya?
48. Like the men and women of Bhil tribe perform Bhagoriya dance in Bhagoriya Festival in the month
of Falgun,which dance is performed on the day of Sharad Poornima in the month of Ashwin in the
villages by Baiga tribe?
49. This is the famous painting art of Malwa region which is a symbol of wealth and richness. In this
form, figures like triangle, square, round and swastik are drawn. Similar symbols have been found
in the cities of Mohanjodaro and Harappa of Indus Valley Civilization. Write the name of this
painting?
50. To perform this dance, dancers make a big circle. They have stick in their one hand and a towel in

performed by Banjara and Sehariya tribes. What is the name of the dance?
 Section- 6 (Answer based on description )
From Q 51 - 60 are about the culture, memorials, museums, tourist spots and pilgrim
of Madhya Pradesh. You have to write the correct answer in your answer sheet.
51. This city is called
this place as the abode of the Gods. It is believed that Adi Shankaracharya had established the
Surya kund and the Shivlinga in the Pataleshwar Mahadev temple. This city is situated by the bank
of river Narmada.
52. In the Jain Pilgrim spot situated in Betul District, there are 52 temples belonging to Digamber Jain
Community. A fair and Rath Yatra is organized here on the occasion of Kartik Poornima every year.
What is the name of this Jain Pilgrim?
53. Jhoteshwar Ashram, Damru Ghati, Madh ke Mahadev, Narsingh temple and the yagya spot of Lord
Brahma on the banks of Narmada are the famous spots of this district. Write the name of this
district.
54. In this district, the Lanjkai temple, Koteshwar Mahadev, Malajkhand Copper Project ,Bharveli and
the architecture of Hatta Ki Bavdi attract the tourists. What is the name of the District?
55. In this village situated in the area of Pench National Park, the residents had started a protest
against the laws of British rule by cutting grass. Three tribal women and one man had attained
martyrdom by the lathi -charge and firing of police. A memorial has been constructed in the
memory of these martyrs. At present a fair, Shaheed Mela , is held here on 9th October. Write the
name of the village?
56. This district is famous for Tigawa Vishnu temple,Jhinjhari painted caves and Roopnath dham along
with the marble rocks. The name of the district is after the name of a river flowing through it.
What is the name of the district.
57. In this museum the best art and culture of Madhya Pradesh have been exhibited attractively in 17
galleries divided subject-wise, like Theme Gallery, Excavation gallery, metal images gallery,
Freedom Struggle gallery and rare musical instruments gallery etc. Write the name of this
Museum.
58. Chulgiri peak,Bhanvargarh fort and commercial center Anjad are the spots of which district?
59. This ancient Shiv temple is situated on the banks of Jamdar river in Tikamgarh district. A waterfall

place.
60. Great singer Baiju Bawra was famous for Dhrupad singing. It is said that Baiju Bawra could light an
Oil lamp by singing raag Deepak and could call rain by singing raag Megh-Malhar . He died in 1613
AD on the day of Basant Panchmi. In which tourist city is the tomb of Baiju Bawra located?
Section- 7 (Write the correct answer)
From Q61-Q70 are about Madhya Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation
tourism promotion, hotel Services and management. You have to read the questions
and write the correct answer in your answer sheet.
61. One of the hotels run by Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation in the Vindhya
region is named after a famous stupa. What is the name of this hotel?
62. Hotel Kipling Court run by Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation is run at
which place?
63. At this place a boat club and a residential unit with the name Tourist Complex is run by Madhya
Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation. Write the name of the place.
64. I
Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation are situated?
65. Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation holds a Sound and Light show, runs a
boat club and hotel Betwa Retreat at a prominent tourist spot of Madhya Pradesh. Write the name
of this place.
66. Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation runs a non-residential unit in Gwalior.
Write the name of the unit.
67. At which tourist place does Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation hold a Laser
and Multi-media show? Write the name of the place.
68. tractive jungle residential units of MPT Hotels & Resorts, which
Camp
69. This island resort situated at the bank of Omkareshwar dam is one of the unmatched water
tourism destinations of Madhya Pradesh. Write the name of this island resort run by Madhya
Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation here.
70. By what name is the best residential unit of Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development
Corporation at World Heritage site Sanchi is being run?

Section- 8 (Make the correct pair)

From Q71-80 are divided in two parts A & B .After reading part A, write the correct
answer which will complete the part B . Write the correct word in front of the
question number in your answer sheet.
S. No Part A Part B
71 Cheetah - Kuno National Park ..
72 Kanha Kisli National Park - Mandla Dinosaur National Park ..
73 Chidi-Khoh Sanctuary - Rajgarh Kamdhenu Cow Sanctuary .
74 Jahaz Mahal - Mandu .
75 Dhoopgarh - Pachmari
76. Mogli Land Pench National Park
77 Bilova Caves - Gwalior
78 Gandhi Sagar - Mandsaur ..
79. Kaliasot Dam - Bhopal Sitaram Jaju Sagar ...
80 Mekalsuta - Narmada ..
 Section-9 ( Write the correct answer in your answer-sheet)
Q 81-90 contain questions about natural, geographical formations, water bodies,
kunds, natural and man-made dams of Madhya Pradesh. You have to write the
correct answer in your answer-sheet.
81. There is a beautiful Waterfall in Rahatgarh of Sagar district. The waterfall is located amidst of
dense forest ,on a river. There is also an irrigation project at this river. Write the name of the
river.
82. The Mohanpura irrigation project is situated in Rajgarh district. The capacity of this dam is 61.63
crore cubic meter. On which river is the Mohanpura Irrigation Project is located?
83. This waterfall is situated in Datia district.
pilgrim spot. Write the name of the waterfall.
84. This waterfall located on Tamas/Tons river in Rewa district,
Close to this waterfall, a spot -Basaman mama is located which is a place of reverence for the
people of Rewa. Write the name of the waterfall.
85. On 14 January 1931, 21 people were martyred by the firing of British Armed forces on a public
meeting going on in a fair at the Charan Paduka ground in district Chhatarpur. The Charan
Paduka Tragedy is called as the Jaliawala Bagh of Madhya Pradesh. On the bank of which river
did the tragedy took place ?
86. Ken-Betwa river project is one of the project of of India . Write the name of
this dam being constructed here.?
87. Which dam has been constructed across Hathini river, a subsidiary of Narmada, in the Baskal
village of Jhabua district ?
88. Rani Avanti Bai Sagar project is known by two names. Write the other name of this project.
89. Dagona waterfall,Kikar-kund waterfall, Devnara waterfall and Seven point waterfall are situated
in this tourist district of Madhya Pradesh. Write the name of this district.
90. This river originates in the Kakri-Bardi hills in Indore district. According to Skand Puran, the river
meets the Chambal river in course of its flow from its origin. Write the name of the river.
Section-10 (Write the correct answer)
From Q91-100 contain questions about current-affairs of tourism of Madhya Pradesh.
You have to write the correct answer in your answer-sheet.
91. In which National Park have the Archaeological Survey of India discovered 26 Mahayaan Buddhist
Caves which belong to 2nd to 5th Centuary in the year 2022? Write the name of this National Park?
92. Recently by
state government in the premises of Vindhyavasini Vijayasen temple, approximately 70 kilometers
from Bhopal. In which district is this place situated?
93. To which pilgrim destination outside state, were the senior citizens taken as part of Teerth
Darshan yojna by aero-plane by Madhya Pradesh government?
94. In which famous tourist city of Madhya Pradesh was the meeting of the Cultural Work Group of G-
20 held during 22-25 February, 2023?
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96. Which artist has been honoured with the Padma Shree award 2022 by government of India for
Gond painting. Write the name of the artist.
97. A 108 feet tall statue of Adi-Shankaracharya ji is being made by government of Madhya Pradesh at
this holy spot. Write the name of the place.
98. Which festival was organized at the Sant Singaji Samadhi (Pipliya Singaji), Khandwa on 08-10
November 2022 on the occasion of Kartik Purnima? Write the name of the festival.
99. At a historical and pilgrim city of Madhya Pradesh, a pilgrim site has been developed about the
grandeur of Lord Shiva. Write the name of the pilgrim city.
100. In the Kuno National Park, Cheetahs were brought from Namibia at first time. From which country
were the Cheetahs brought during second time?
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 Madhya Pradesh
State Level Tourism Quiz - 2023
(Answer- Sheet)

1. 26. 51. 76.

2. 27 52. 77.
3. 28 53. 78.
4. 29 54.
5. 30 55. 80.
6. 31 56. 81.
7. 32 57. 82.
8. 33 58. 83.
9. 34 59. 84. .
10. 35 60. 85.
11. 36 61. 86.
12. 37 62. 87.
13. 38 63. 88.
14. 39 64. 89.
15. 40 65. 90.
16. 41 66. 91.
17. 42 67. 92.
18. 43 68. 93.
19. 44 69. 94.
20. 45 70. 95.
21. 46 71. 96.
22. 47 72. 97.
23. 48 73. 98.
24. 49 74. 99.
25. 50 75. 100.

Name of the members of the participant team

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 Madhya Pradesh
District Level Tourism Quiz 2023
(Solved Answer Sheet)

1. (B) Singrauli 26. Sailana Sanctuary 51. Amarkantak 76. Madhav

National Park
2. (A) Khargone 27. Van Vihar National Park 52. Muktagiri 77. Pachmari
3. (B) Shaiv and Vaishnav 28. Kanha Kisli National 53. Narsinghpur 78. Shadol
caves. Park.
4. (D) Jabalpur 29. Karera National Park 54. Balaghat 79. Neemuch

5. (B) Chitrakoot 30. Sanjay-Dubri National 55. Turia 80. Chambal

Park
6. (A) Gyraspur (Vidisha) 31. (B) Narwar Fort 56. Katni 81. Bina river
7. (C) Nohata 32. (A) Gwalior Fort 57. State Museum, 82. Nevaj river
Bhopal
8. (B) Mandsaur 33. (D) Kaliadeh Palace 58. Badwani 83. Sunkua
waterfall
9. (C) Guna 34. (D) Itradaar Mahal 59. Kundeshwar 84. Purva Waterfall
10. (D) Bagh Caves 35. (A) Baghelin ka Mahal 60. Chanderi 85. Urmil river
11. Dhakad 36. (C) Rewa Fort 61. Hotel Bharhut 86. Daudhan dam
12. Sethani Ghat 37. (A) Madan Mahal Fort 62. Pench 87. Jobat dam
13. Sui Dhaga 38. (D) Sheopur Fort 63. Hanuwantiya 88. Bargi project
14. Mohenjodaro 39. (A) Shahi Mahal (Fort) 64. Pachmari 89. Dindori
15. Sherni 40. (A) Ater Fort 65. Orchha 90. Shipra river
16. Narmadapuram/ 41. Gotmar Fair 66. Fort View 91. Bandhavgarh
Hoshangabad Restaurant National Park
17. Mandu 42. Baba Garibnath Fair 67. Pachmari 92. Sehore
18. Mujhe Jeene Do 43. Rahas Fair 68. Madla (Panna) 93. Prayagraj
19. Chakraview 44. Chandidevi Ka Mela 69. Sailani Island 94. Khajuraho
Resort
20. Indore 45. Ratangarh/Lakkhi Fair 70. Gateway Retreat 95. Indore
21. Gangau Sanctuary 46. Bhopal 71. Bandhavgarh 96. Durgabai Vyom
National Park
22. Chambal Sanctuary 47. Jiroti painting 72. Dhar 97.Omkareshwar
23. Singhori Sanctuary 48. Saila Dance 73. Agar-Malwa 98. Nimad utsav
24. Kheoni Sanctuary 49. Mandana Painting 74. Indore 99. Ujjain
25. Panpatha Sanctuary 50. Lehangi dance 75. Tamia. 100.South Africa.