Odisha - Study Mode

[#511] Greek historian Pliny mentions Odisha by which name?
Correct Answer

(A) Kalinga

Explanation

Solution: Odisha is mentioned by Kalinga, according to Greek historian Pliny the Elder. Kalinga is divided into three parts by Pliny: Gangarides (Gangetic), Maceo (Middle), and Calingae (Kalinga).

[#512] In which part of Odisha is Biju Patnaik Hockey Stadium located?
Correct Answer

(B) Rourkela

[#513] Which ruler of Somavamsi dynasty started the construction of Lingaraj temple?
Correct Answer

(B) Yayati II

Explanation

Solution: The Lingaraja Temple is a Hindu temple devoted to Shiva and one of Bhubaneswar's oldest temples. The temple is thought to have been built in the 11 th century CE by the Somavanshi monarch Yayati II (1025 - 1040).

[#514] Which sportsperson of Odisha won a Gold and a Silver medal in 2016 'South Asian Games' held in Assam?
Correct Answer

(A) Srabani Nanda

[#515] Who among the following was the sole delegate from Odisha in the First Round Table Conference?
Correct Answer

(B) Krushna Chandra Gajapati

Explanation

Solution: The Maharaja Krushna Chandra Gajapati was solely deputed in 1930 by the Government of Bihar and Orissa to the first Round-Table Conference held.