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Bhubaneswar was established as the capital of Odisha on April 13, 1950, replacing Cuttack.
Answer: False
Bhubaneswar officially replaced Cuttack as the capital of Odisha on April 13, 1948, not 1950.
The Kalinga War, a significant event in ancient Indian history, took place near the Dhauli hills, southwest of modern Bhubaneswar.
Answer: True
The Kalinga War, a pivotal event in ancient Indian history, occurred near the Dhauli hills, southwest of modern Bhubaneswar.
The Karrani dynasty, upon gaining control of Odisha in 1568, was responsible for the extensive construction and preservation of Bhubaneswar's historical temples.
Answer: False
The Karrani dynasty, upon gaining control of Odisha in 1568, had a destructive impact, leading to the disfigurement or destruction of many historical temples and structures in Bhubaneswar.
The Hathigumpha inscription, detailing King Kharavela's reign, is located in the Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves near Bhubaneswar.
Answer: True
The Hathigumpha inscription, detailing King Kharavela's reign, is indeed located in the Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves near Bhubaneswar.
When did Bhubaneswar officially become the capital of Odisha?
Answer: April 13, 1948
Bhubaneswar officially became the capital of Odisha on April 13, 1948.
Which historical event, occurring around 262-261 BCE near Dhauli hills, is linked to the area around Bhubaneswar?
Answer: The Mauryan conquest of Kalinga
The Kalinga War, a pivotal event where Emperor Ashoka conquered Kalinga, occurred near the Dhauli hills around 262-261 BCE, linking this ancient conflict to the region of Bhubaneswar.
Which of the following dynasties ruled the area around Bhubaneswar after the decline of the Mauryan Empire and is known for King Kharavela?
Answer: Mahameghavahana dynasty
The Mahameghavahana dynasty, known for King Kharavela, ruled the area around Bhubaneswar after the decline of the Mauryan Empire.
What impact did the Karrani dynasty have on Bhubaneswar's historical structures?
Answer: They destroyed or disfigured many existing temples and structures.
The Karrani dynasty, upon gaining control of Odisha in 1568, had a destructive impact, leading to the disfigurement or destruction of many historical temples and structures in Bhubaneswar.
Bhubaneswar is situated in the coastal plains of Odisha, with its highest point reaching over 100 meters above sea level.
Answer: False
Bhubaneswar is situated in the coastal plains of Odisha, but its average elevation is 45 meters (148 feet) above sea level, with its highest points being significantly lower than 100 meters.
The soils in Bhubaneswar are predominantly alluvial, with smaller percentages of laterite and sandstone.
Answer: False
The soils in Bhubaneswar are predominantly laterite (65%), with alluvial soils comprising 25% and sandstone 10%.
Bhubaneswar experiences a cold desert climate, characterized by very low humidity and minimal rainfall.
Answer: False
Bhubaneswar experiences a tropical savanna climate, designated as 'Aw' under the Köppen climate classification, characterized by distinct wet and dry seasons.
The highest temperature ever recorded in Bhubaneswar was 46.7°C (116.1°F) on June 5, 2012.
Answer: True
The highest temperature ever recorded in Bhubaneswar was indeed 46.7°C (116.1°F) on June 5, 2012.
The Eastern Ghats mountains run parallel to Bhubaneswar, influencing its climate but not its topography.
Answer: False
The Eastern Ghats mountains run along the axis of Bhubaneswar, influencing both its climate and its topography, which includes uplands and hillocks.
Bhubaneswar is situated along the axis of which mountain range?
Answer: Eastern Ghats
Bhubaneswar is situated along the axis of the Eastern Ghats mountain range.
Which classification describes Bhubaneswar's climate according to the Köppen system?
Answer: Aw (Tropical savanna)
According to the Köppen climate classification, Bhubaneswar experiences a tropical savanna climate, designated as 'Aw'.
What is a significant risk factor for Bhubaneswar mentioned by the United Nations Development Programme?
Answer: Very high damage risk from winds and cyclones
The United Nations Development Programme identifies a 'very high damage risk' from winds and cyclones as a significant factor for Bhubaneswar.
Bhubaneswar is recognized as a Tier-1 city in India and is part of the Smart City Mission.
Answer: False
Bhubaneswar is classified as a Tier-2 city in India, although it is indeed part of the Smart City Mission.
The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) operates under a mayor-in-council system, headed by a Commissioner.
Answer: False
While the BMC operates under a mayor-in-council system, it is headed by a Mayor and Deputy Mayor, with the executive wing led by a Commissioner, not solely headed by the Commissioner.
Grants from state and central governments are a minor source of revenue for the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC).
Answer: False
Grants from state and central governments are a significant, not minor, source of revenue for the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC).
Bhubaneswar is represented by three constituencies in the State Legislative Assembly.
Answer: True
Bhubaneswar is represented by three constituencies in the State Legislative Assembly: Bhubaneswar North, Ekamra-Bhubaneswar, and Bhubaneswar Central.
The Bhubaneswar-Cuttack Police Commissionerate was established in the early 2000s to manage law enforcement.
Answer: False
The Bhubaneswar-Cuttack Police Commissionerate was established in 2008, which is not considered the 'early 2000s' in a strict sense.
TATA Power - TP-CODL is the private entity currently responsible for electricity distribution in Bhubaneswar.
Answer: True
TATA Power - TP-CODL is indeed the private entity responsible for electricity distribution in Bhubaneswar, having taken over operations by the end of 2020.
Piped water connections cover a majority of households in Bhubaneswar, with minimal non-revenue water.
Answer: False
Piped water connections cover only a minority (35% as of 2015) of households in Bhubaneswar, and there is significant non-revenue water, not minimal.
Landfilling is the primary method for waste disposal in Bhubaneswar, despite efforts to promote source segregation.
Answer: True
Landfilling remains the primary method for waste disposal in Bhubaneswar, even with ongoing efforts to promote source segregation.
The "Mo Cycle" project aims to encourage the use of private vehicles to reduce traffic congestion.
Answer: False
The 'Mo Cycle' project aims to promote non-motorized transport and reduce traffic congestion, not encourage the use of private vehicles.
The "Mo Bus" service is operated by the Odisha State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC).
Answer: False
The 'Mo Bus' service is operated by Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT), not the Odisha State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC).
Bhubaneswar is a major headquarters for the South Eastern Railway zone.
Answer: False
Bhubaneswar serves as the headquarters for the East Coast Railway zone, not the South Eastern Railway zone.
Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) is the only international airport in Odisha.
Answer: True
Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) is indeed the sole international airport in Odisha.
Unit V in Bhubaneswar's planned city area primarily houses commercial shopping centers.
Answer: False
Unit V in Bhubaneswar's planned city area primarily houses key administrative buildings, not commercial shopping centers.
The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) is responsible for managing the city's day-to-day civic amenities.
Answer: False
The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) is primarily responsible for urban planning and development, while the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) manages the city's day-to-day civic amenities.
The "Mo Cycle" bicycle sharing system is one of the main modes of transport within Bhubaneswar.
Answer: True
The 'Mo Cycle' bicycle sharing system is promoted as a means to reduce traffic congestion and improve last-mile connectivity, contributing as a mode of transport within Bhubaneswar.
Who was the chief architect responsible for designing the modern city of Bhubaneswar?
Answer: Otto Königsberger
The modern city of Bhubaneswar was designed by the German architect Otto Königsberger.
How is Bhubaneswar classified in terms of Indian cities?
Answer: Tier-2 city
Bhubaneswar is classified as a Tier-2 city in India.
Who heads the executive wing of the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC)?
Answer: The Commissioner
The executive wing of the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) is headed by the Commissioner.
Which of the following is a primary revenue source for the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC)?
Answer: Advertisement taxes
Advertisement taxes are among the primary revenue sources for the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC), alongside holding taxes and rent from municipal properties.
Bhubaneswar is represented by how many constituencies in the State Legislative Assembly?
Answer: Three
Bhubaneswar is represented by three constituencies in the State Legislative Assembly.
Which private entity took over electricity distribution in Bhubaneswar by the end of 2020?
Answer: TATA Power - TP-CODL
TATA Power - TP-CODL is the private entity that took over electricity distribution in Bhubaneswar by the end of 2020.
What is the primary method of waste disposal currently used in Bhubaneswar?
Answer: Landfilling
Landfilling remains the primary method for waste disposal in Bhubaneswar.
What is the main objective of the "Mo Cycle" project?
Answer: To reduce traffic congestion and promote non-motorized transport
The main objective of the 'Mo Cycle' project is to reduce traffic congestion and promote non-motorized transport, thereby improving last-mile connectivity.
Who operates the "Mo Bus" public transport service in Bhubaneswar?
Answer: Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT)
The 'Mo Bus' public transport service in Bhubaneswar is operated by Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT).
Bhubaneswar serves as the headquarters for which railway zone?
Answer: East Coast Railway
Bhubaneswar serves as the headquarters for the East Coast Railway zone.
What is the role of the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA)?
Answer: Urban planning and development
The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) is responsible for urban planning and development within the designated area.
Which of the following is NOT listed as a challenge related to waste management in Bhubaneswar?
Answer: Limited door-to-door collection
While challenges exist in waste management, such as reliance on landfilling and limited sewage infrastructure, 'limited door-to-door collection' is not explicitly listed as a primary challenge; rather, efforts are made to improve it.
Bhubaneswar's population was approximately 16,000 in the 1951 census.
Answer: True
According to the 1951 census, the population of Bhubaneswar was approximately 16,000.
Bhubaneswar's economy relies heavily on heavy manufacturing and mining industries.
Answer: False
Bhubaneswar's economy is primarily driven by its role as an administrative center and has emerged as a hub for IT, education, and tourism, alongside a strong tradition of handicrafts, rather than heavy manufacturing and mining.
Economic liberalization in the 1990s led to a decline in investment in Bhubaneswar's IT and higher education sectors.
Answer: False
Economic liberalization in the 1990s led to a significant increase, not a decline, in investment in Bhubaneswar's IT and higher education sectors.
Bhubaneswar was recognized by the World Bank in 2014 as the worst place to do business in India.
Answer: False
Contrary to the statement, Bhubaneswar was recognized by the World Bank in 2014 as the best place to do business in India.
Silver filigree work and Pattachitra painting are traditional handicrafts that contribute significantly to Bhubaneswar's economy.
Answer: True
Silver filigree work and Pattachitra painting are indeed significant traditional handicrafts that contribute substantially to Bhubaneswar's economy.
According to the 2011 census, Bhubaneswar's metropolitan area population was significantly lower than the city proper's population.
Answer: False
According to the 2011 census, Bhubaneswar's metropolitan area population (881,988) was slightly higher than the city proper's population (837,737).
Bhubaneswar's literacy rate is below the national average literacy rate of India.
Answer: False
Bhubaneswar's literacy rate of 93.15% is significantly higher than the national average literacy rate of 74.04%.
Odia is the only language spoken in Bhubaneswar, with English and Hindi not being widely understood.
Answer: False
While Odia is the primary language, English and Hindi are widely understood in Bhubaneswar due to its diverse population and economic activities.
Muslims constitute the largest religious minority group in Bhubaneswar.
Answer: True
According to the 2011 census, Muslims constitute the largest religious minority group in Bhubaneswar, with 3.3% of the population, followed by Christians at 0.92%.
Subroto Bagchi, a notable entrepreneur, is associated with Bhubaneswar.
Answer: True
Subroto Bagchi, a notable entrepreneur, is indeed associated with Bhubaneswar.
Bhubaneswar's IT sector has seen growth, with IT parks like Infocity-1 and Infovalley attracting multinational companies.
Answer: True
Bhubaneswar's IT sector has experienced significant growth, with IT parks like Infocity-1 and Infovalley attracting multinational companies.
Bhubaneswar's industrial areas primarily focus on software development and IT services.
Answer: False
Bhubaneswar's industrial areas host a range of manufacturing industries, including paper, steel, automotive, food, pharmaceutical, and electronics, rather than focusing primarily on software development and IT services.
What was the approximate population of Bhubaneswar in the 1951 census?
Answer: 16,000
In the 1951 census, the population of Bhubaneswar was approximately 16,000.
Which economic liberalization phase significantly boosted investment in Bhubaneswar's IT and higher education sectors?
Answer: The 1990s
The economic liberalization phase in the 1990s significantly boosted investment in Bhubaneswar's IT and higher education sectors.
What recognition did Bhubaneswar receive from the World Bank in 2014?
Answer: Best place to do business
In 2014, the World Bank recognized Bhubaneswar as the best place to do business in India.
Which of the following is NOT listed as a traditional handicraft contributing to Bhubaneswar's economy?
Answer: Handloom weaving
While silver filigree work, Pattachitra painting, and appliqué work are listed as traditional handicrafts contributing to Bhubaneswar's economy, handloom weaving is not explicitly mentioned in this context.
What was the population of Bhubaneswar city proper according to the 2011 census?
Answer: 837,737
According to the 2011 census, the population of Bhubaneswar city proper was 837,737.
How does Bhubaneswar's literacy rate compare to the national average?
Answer: It is significantly higher than the national average.
Bhubaneswar's literacy rate (93.15%) is significantly higher than the national average literacy rate of India (74.04%).
Which languages are widely understood in Bhubaneswar besides the primary language, Odia?
Answer: English and Hindi
Besides Odia, English and Hindi are widely understood in Bhubaneswar due to its diverse population and economic activities.
What percentage of Bhubaneswar's population identified as Hindu according to the 2011 census?
Answer: Over 95%
According to the 2011 census, over 95% of Bhubaneswar's population identified as Hindu.
The name "Bhubaneswar" is derived from "Tribhubaneswar," meaning "King of the Three Worlds," referring to the deity Shiva.
Answer: True
The name "Bhubaneswar" is derived from "Tribhubaneswar," which indeed means "Lord of the Three Worlds" and refers to the deity Shiva.
Bhubaneswar is considered an education hub primarily for humanities and arts programs in Eastern India.
Answer: False
Bhubaneswar is recognized as an education hub for Eastern India, with particular strength in STEM fields, rather than primarily humanities and arts programs.
Utkal University, the oldest university in Odisha, is located in Bhubaneswar.
Answer: True
Utkal University, the oldest university in Odisha, is indeed located in Bhubaneswar.
Bhubaneswar's temples are primarily built in the Dravidian architectural style.
Answer: False
The temples in Bhubaneswar are predominantly built in the Kalinga architectural style, distinct from the Dravidian style.
Odissi dance, a classical Indian dance form, has roots traceable to archaeological evidence found in Bhubaneswar's temples.
Answer: True
Odissi dance, recognized as one of India's oldest classical dance forms, has roots traceable to the archaeological evidence found in Bhubaneswar's temples.
The Ekamra Festival in Bhubaneswar primarily features sporting events like cricket and hockey tournaments.
Answer: False
The Ekamra Festival in Bhubaneswar primarily features cultural events such as music and dance festivals, not sporting tournaments.
Popular street foods in Bhubaneswar include 'gupchup' (pani puri) and 'dahibara aloo dum'.
Answer: True
The statement is accurate, as 'gupchup' (pani puri) and 'dahibara aloo dum' are indeed popular street foods in Bhubaneswar.
Sambad and Dharitri are prominent English language newspapers circulated in Bhubaneswar.
Answer: False
Sambad and Dharitri are prominent Odia language newspapers circulated in Bhubaneswar, not English language publications.
All India Radio broadcasts FM channels from Bhubaneswar, while multiple private FM stations operate from Cuttack.
Answer: False
All India Radio broadcasts AM channels from Cuttack and FM channels from Bhubaneswar. Multiple private FM stations also operate within Bhubaneswar.
Bhubaneswar has a sister city agreement with Bloemfontein in South Africa.
Answer: True
Bhubaneswar has a sister city agreement with Bloemfontein in South Africa.
The "See also" section mentions lists of parks and temples in Bhubaneswar, as well as twin towns and sister cities in India.
Answer: True
The "See also" section does list topics such as parks, temples, twin towns, and sister cities related to Bhubaneswar.
Bhubaneswar's nickname "Temple City" stems from its historical association with a single, large mango tree.
Answer: False
Bhubaneswar's nickname 'Temple City' originates from its historical abundance of temples, not from an association with a single mango tree.
The historical name "Ekamra Khetra" refers to the area known for its numerous Kalinga-style temples.
Answer: False
The historical name 'Ekamra Khetra' signifies an area historically associated with a single mango tree, not primarily known for its numerous Kalinga-style temples, although the city is rich in temples.
What is the primary nickname of Bhubaneswar, reflecting its historical religious significance?
Answer: The Temple City
Bhubaneswar's primary nickname, reflecting its historical religious significance, is 'The Temple City,' owing to its vast number of ancient temples.
What does the historical name "Ekamra Khetra" signify?
Answer: The area adorned with a mango tree
The historical name 'Ekamra Khetra' signifies an area historically associated with a single mango tree, reflecting its ancient significance.
Bhubaneswar is considered an education hub for Eastern India, particularly strong in which fields?
Answer: STEM fields
Bhubaneswar is recognized as an education hub for Eastern India, with particular strength in STEM fields.
Which of the following is a prominent institution located in Bhubaneswar?
Answer: AIIMS Bhubaneswar
AIIMS Bhubaneswar is a prominent higher education and healthcare institution located in the city.
What architectural style is characteristic of Bhubaneswar's temples?
Answer: Kalinga
The characteristic architectural style of Bhubaneswar's temples is the Kalinga style.
Which classical dance form, rooted in Bhubaneswar's temple art, is recognized as one of India's oldest?
Answer: Odissi
Odissi dance, recognized as one of India's oldest classical dance forms, has roots traceable to the temple art and archaeological evidence found in Bhubaneswar.
Which of the following is a popular traditional Odia dish mentioned in the context of Bhubaneswar?
Answer: Dahi-pakhala (yogurt-rice)
Dahi-pakhala (yogurt-rice) is mentioned as a popular traditional Odia dish consumed in Bhubaneswar.
Which of the following is a prominent Odia language newspaper published in Bhubaneswar?
Answer: Sambad
Sambad is a prominent Odia language newspaper published in Bhubaneswar.
The Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar is primarily used for cricket matches and hosts the Odisha Cricket Association.
Answer: False
The Kalinga Stadium is a multi-purpose arena primarily known for athletics and hockey, not predominantly for cricket. It hosts various sports and major events.
Bhubaneswar co-hosted the FIH Hockey World Cup in January 2023 with Rourkela.
Answer: True
Bhubaneswar co-hosted the FIH Hockey World Cup in January 2023 with Rourkela.
Kalinga Lancers is a professional sports team based in Bhubaneswar that competes in the Indian Super League.
Answer: False
The Kalinga Lancers is a professional sports team based in Bhubaneswar, but it competes in the Hockey India League, not the Indian Super League.
Bhubaneswar is recognized as a growing sports capital, having hosted major events like the Hockey World Cup and Asian Athletics Championships.
Answer: True
Bhubaneswar has indeed established itself as a growing sports capital, evidenced by its hosting of major events such as the Hockey World Cup and the Asian Athletics Championships.
The "Golden Triangle" in Eastern India includes Bhubaneswar, Puri, and Konark, forming a major tourist circuit.
Answer: True
This statement correctly identifies the components of the 'Golden Triangle' tourist circuit in Eastern India: Bhubaneswar, Puri, and Konark.
Bhubaneswar hosted which major international sporting event in 2018?
Answer: Odisha Hockey World Cup
In 2018, Bhubaneswar hosted the Odisha Hockey World Cup.
Which professional sports team based in Bhubaneswar competes in the Indian Super League?
Answer: Odisha FC
Odisha FC is the professional sports team based in Bhubaneswar that competes in the Indian Super League.
The "Golden Triangle" tourist circuit in Eastern India comprises Bhubaneswar, Puri, and which other location?
Answer: Konark
The 'Golden Triangle' tourist circuit in Eastern India comprises Bhubaneswar, Puri, and Konark.