Maharashtra - Study Mode

[#236] Which country is comparable to the size of Maharashtra?
Correct Answer

(B) Oman

Explanation

Solution: Oman country is comparable to the size of Maharashtra. Oman is a high income country that generates 84 percent of its revenue from dwindling oil resources. Hard hit by the global drop in oil prices, the country is trying to diversity its economy through tourism and gas based industries.

[#237] Who became the first Grandmaster in Chess from Maharashtra?
Correct Answer

(B) Pravin Thipsay

Explanation

Solution: Pravin Thipsay became the first Grandmaster in Chess from Maharashtra. He is the first Indian to get a chess Grandmaster norm and the first Indian to win the Commonwealth Chess Championship.

[#238] What is the official language of Maharashtra?
Correct Answer

(D) Marathi

Explanation

Solution: Marathi is the official language of Maharashtra and co-official language in the union territories of Daman and Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli. In Goa, Konkani is the sole official language.

[#239] Which is the largest Municipal Corporation of Maharashtra?
Correct Answer

(D) Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation

Explanation

Solution: Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation is the largest Municipal Corporation of Maharashtra. A quinquennial election is held to elect corporators, who are responsible for basic civic infrastructure and enforcing duty. The Mayor, usually from the majority party, serves as head of the house.

[#240] What is the State Flower of Maharashtra?
Correct Answer

(A) Jarul

Explanation

Solution: Jarul is the State Flower of Maharashtra. A tea, made from the leaves, served as a health drink. There are no known side effects or toxic reactions of Jarul. It can help detoxify the body and protect the liver. This species is also known by the name 'Pride of India'. Jarul is also the name of a small village in the Vaijapur taluka of Aurangabad district, Maharashtra.