Odisha - Study Mode

[#366] The capital of Kalinga according to Jain and Buddhist literature in ancient times was-
Correct Answer

(B) Dantapur

Explanation

Solution: In the epic Mahabharata, Dantapura, now known as Puri, Odisha, was listed as the capital of Kalinga. The Pandava general Sahadeva had paid a visit to this city. Rajapura is described as another capital of Kalinga. Sahadeva seized command of Dantapura.

[#367] The Kalinga International Literary Award for the year 2018 was given to
Correct Answer

(B) Amish Tripathi

[#368] The Middle Coastal Plains comprise the compound deltas of the
Correct Answer

(A) Baitarani, Brahmani and Mahanadi rivers

Explanation

Solution: The Middle Coastal Plain comprises the compound deltas of the Baitarani, Brahmani and Mahanadi rivers and bears evidences of past 'back bays' and present lakes.

[#369] The region of Ganjam was under which province during the formation of Bihar-Odisha province in 1912?
Correct Answer

(C) Madras

Explanation

Solution: During the formation of Bihar-Odisha province in 1912, the region of Ganjam was under Madras province.

[#370] The total length of Salandi river is about
Correct Answer

(B) 144 km

Explanation

Solution: The Salandi River is 144 kilometres long and has a catchment area of 1793 square kilometres. Salandi River Dam is located in the Keonjhar district of Orissa, near Hadgarh village.