1000+ Meghalaya GK Questions and answers
Q.Meghalaya has favorable conditions for organic farming. What is a common organic product cultivated in the state?
a. Organic Rice
b. Organic Sugarcane
c. Organic Maize
d. Organic Turmeric
Answer: a. Organic Rice
Q.Which animal is commonly reared by farmers in Meghalaya for dairy and agricultural purposes?
a. Sheep
b. Goat
c. Cow
d. Pig
Answer: c. Cow
Q.What is the traditional method of cultivation practiced by indigenous communities in Meghalaya, involving the cutting and burning of vegetation?
a. Terrace Farming
b. Jhum Cultivation
c. Intensive Farming
d. Contour Plowing
Answer: b. Jhum Cultivation
Q.The traditional rice beer, locally known as “Zutho,” is produced in Meghalaya through the fermentation of:
a. Rice
b. Maize
c. Barley
d. Sorghum
Answer: a. Rice
Q.Which spice is commonly cultivated in Meghalaya and is a significant agro-based activity in the state?
a. Cardamom
b. Black Pepper
c. Turmeric
d. Cumin
Answer: c. Turmeric
Q.The cultivation of which fruit is a part of horticultural activities in Meghalaya?
a. Mango
b. Banana
c. Orange
d. Apple
Answer: c. Orange
Q. Meghalaya became a full-fledged state of India in which year?
a. 1963
b. 1972
c. 1980
d. 1975
Answer: c. 1980
Q. Before becoming a separate state, Meghalaya was part of which northeastern state?
a. Assam
b. Manipur
c. Tripura
d. Arunachal Pradesh
Answer: a. Assam
Q. The movement for a separate state for the Khasi-Jaintia Hills and Garo Hills gained momentum in the early:
a. 1940s
b. 1950s
c. 1960s
d. 1970s
Answer: c. 1960s
Q. The capital of Meghalaya, Shillong, was the capital of which administrative unit during British rule?
a. Province of Assam
b. Bengal Presidency
c. North East Frontier Agency
d. Madras Presidency
Answer: a. Province of Assam
Q. Who was the first Chief Minister of Meghalaya?
a. P. A. Sangma
b. Captain Williamson Sangma
c. J. D. Rymbai
d. D. D. Lapang
Answer: b. Captain Williamson Sangma
Q. The region that is now Meghalaya was known as “Meghalaya Plateau” during the rule of which ancient dynasty?
a. Ahom Dynasty
b. Chutiya Dynasty
c. Kachari Dynasty
d. Jaintia Kingdom
Answer: d. Jaintia Kingdom
Q. Which famous tribal festival of Meghalaya celebrates the harvest season and is marked by traditional dance and music?
a. Wangala Festival
b. Nongkrem Dance Festival
c. Behdienkhlam Festival
d. Lui-Ngai-Ni Festival
Answer: a. Wangala Festival
Q. The Garo Rebellion against the British took place in the late:
a. 17th century
b. 18th century
c. 19th century
d. 20th century
Answer: c. 19th century
Q. The Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council KHADC. was established to administer the affairs of the Khasi community under the provisions of the:
a. Government of India Act, 1935
b. Indian Independence Act, 1947
c. Sixth Schedule of the Constitution
d. Twelfth Schedule of the Constitution
Answer: c. Sixth Schedule of the Constitution
Q. Which historical site in Meghalaya is associated with the legend of a snake and a golden cat?
a. Mawsmai Caves
b. Nartiang Monoliths
c. Krem Phyllut
d. Shillong Peak
Answer: b. Nartiang Monoliths
Q.The traditional Khasi attire for women includes a dress known as:
a. Phanek
b. Jainsem
c. Pheran
d. Chador
Answer: b. Jainsem
Q.The Nongkrem Dance Festival, celebrated by the Khasi community, is associated with:
a. Harvesting
b. Wedding ceremonies
c. Religious rituals
d. New Year celebrations
Answer: a. Harvesting
Q.Which traditional musical instrument is commonly used in Meghalaya during cultural events and festivals?
a. Sitar
b. Tabla
c. Bamboo Flute
d. Harmonium
Answer: c. Bamboo Flute
Q.The “Wangala” festival, celebrated by the Garo community, is associated with:
a. Harvesting
b. Fishing
c. Hunting
d. Planting
Answer: a. Harvesting
Q.The traditional Garo dance form known for its vibrant and rhythmic movements is called:
a. Bihu
b. Nongkrem
c. Wangala
d. Rongali
Answer: c. Wangala
Q.The Khasi tribe is known for its matrilineal society. What does “matrilineal” mean in this context?
a. Inheritance through the male line
b. Inheritance through the female line
c. Equal inheritance through both lines
d. No concept of inheritance
Answer: b. Inheritance through the female line
