Maharashtra - Study Mode

[#371] Who was Maharashtra's governor in 1992?
Correct Answer

(A) C. Subramaniam

Explanation

Solution: Shri Chidambaram Subramaniam (C. Subramaniam) assumed the office of the Governor of Maharashtra on 15 th February 1990. Shri Chidambaram Subramaniam is the first and foremost a patriot devoted in pre-Independence days to the cause of freedom and, later, to the development of the country and the preservation of its rich cultural heritage.

[#372] Who was honoured with Raj Kapoor Life Time Contribution award by Maharashtra government?
Correct Answer

(C) Shashikala

Explanation

Solution: Veteran actress Shashikala was chosen for Raj Kapoor Life Time contribution award by Maharashtra government. She was an Indian film and television actress, who played supporting roles in hundreds of Bollywood films beginning in the 1940s.

[#373] Who was Maharashtra's chief minister on 26 November 2008?
Correct Answer

(B) Vilasrao Deshmukh

Explanation

Solution: Vilasrao Deshmukh was Maharashtra's chief minister on 26 th November 2008. Vilasrao Dagadojirao Deshmukh was an Indian politician who served as the 14 th Chief Minister of Maharashtra, first term from 18 th October 1999 to 16 th January 2003 and second term, from 1 st November 2004 to 5 th December 2008.

[#374] What is the area of Maharashtra?
Correct Answer

(B) 1,18,809 sq. mi

Explanation

Solution: The area of Maharashtra is 1,18,809 sq mi. Maharashtra is the third largest state by area in India.

[#375] Which of the following districts of Maharashtra is well-known for its production of bananas?
Correct Answer

(D) Jalgaon

Explanation

Solution: Jalgaon district of Maharashtra is well known for its production of bananas. Jalgaon is a district in the Khandesh region of Maharashtra known as the 'Banana City of Maharashtra'. The region contributes approximately two-thirds of Maharashtra's banana production. The district produces 3.4 million tonnes of Bananas every year.