Kerala GK Some Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) And Answers

Kerala Geography GK MCQ Questions And Answers

Dive into the rich cultural tapestry of Kerala with our curated set of General Knowledge Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) and answers

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1. What is the capital city of Kerala?
a. Kochi
b. Thiruvananthapuram
c. Kozhikode
d. Kannur

Answer: b. Thiruvananthapuram

2. Which is the longest river in Kerala?
a. Pamba
b. Periyar
c. Bharathapuzha
d. Vembanad

Answer: c. Bharathapuzha

3. Which lake in Kerala is the largest in the state and is known for its backwater tourism?
a. Vellayani Lake
b. Ashtamudi Lake
c. Punnamada Lake
d. Vembanad Lake

Answer: d. Vembanad Lake

4. The Western Ghats mountain range runs parallel to the western coast of Kerala. What is the local name for the Western Ghats in Kerala?
a. Nilgiris
b. Anaimalai Hills
c. Sahyadri
d. Cardamom Hills

Answer: c. Sahyadri

5. Which is the southernmost district of Kerala known for its pristine beaches and historical significance?
a. Thiruvananthapuram
b. Kollam
c. Alappuzha
d. Kasaragod

Answer: a. Thiruvananthapuram

6. The Silent Valley National Park, a biodiversity hotspot, is located in which district of Kerala?
a. Idukki
b. Palakkad
c. Wayanad
d. Malappuram

Answer: b. Palakkad

7. Which waterfall in Kerala is often referred to as the “Niagara of India”?
a. Athirappilly Falls
b. Vazhachal Falls
c. Meenmutty Falls
d. Palaruvi Falls

Answer: a. Athirappilly Falls

8. The Malabar Coast, a coastal region in Kerala, is known for its:
a. Hill Stations
b. Backwaters
c. Spice Plantations
d. Tea Gardens

Answer: c. Spice Plantations

9. Which pass in the Western Ghats connects the Wayanad district of Kerala with the Kutta region of Karnataka?
a. Palakkad Gap
b. Chorla Ghat
c. Thamarassery Churam
d. Agumbe Pass

Answer: c. Thamarassery Churam

10. Which wildlife sanctuary in Kerala is known for its population of endangered Nilgiri Tahr?
a. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
b. Silent Valley National Park
c. Eravikulam National Park
d. Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Answer: c. Eravikulam National Park

Kerala History GK MCQ Questions And Answers

1. Who is considered the legendary founder of the state of Kerala and is believed to have built the first church in India at Kodungallur?
a. Adi Shankaracharya
b. Saint Thomas
c. Vasco da Gama
d. Zamorin

Answer: b. Saint Thomas

2. The Battle of Colachel in 1741, where the Dutch were defeated by Marthanda Varma, took place in the present-day state of:
a. Tamil Nadu
b. Karnataka
c. Kerala
d. Andhra Pradesh

Answer: c. Kerala

3. The “Mappila Rebellion” or the Malabar Rebellion of 1921 was a significant uprising against British colonial rule in which region of Kerala?
a. Malabar
b. Travancore
c. Cochin
d. Wayanad

Answer: a. Malabar

4. The “Vaikom Satyagraha” of 1924 was a movement associated with the demand for:
a. Temple Entry for Dalits
b. Independence from British Rule
c. Agricultural Reforms
d. Educational Rights for Women

Answer: a. Temple Entry for Dalits

5. The Kochi Rajya Praja Mandalam, formed in 1936, played a crucial role in the integration of Kochi with which princely state in India?
a. Travancore
b. Cochin
c. Malabar
d. Madras

Answer: a. Travancore

6. The formation of the state of Kerala took place on November 1, 1956, by integrating the princely states of Travancore and Cochin with which region?
a. Malabar
b. Kochi
c. Travancore
d. Thiruvananthapuram

Answer: a. Malabar

7. The Punnapra-Vayalar uprising of 1946 was a political protest against:
a. Land Reforms
b. British Colonial Rule
c. Feudal Lords
d. Agrarian Policies

Answer: c. Feudal Lords

8. Who was the first Chief Minister of Kerala after its formation in 1956?
a. K. Karunakaran
b. E. M. S. Namboodiripad
c. C. Achutha Menon
d. R. Shankar

Answer: b. E. M. S. Namboodiripad

9. The “Malabar Manual,” a historical account of Malabar written by William Logan, is an important source for understanding the history of:
a. Dutch rule in Malabar
b. British rule in Malabar
c. Portuguese rule in Malabar
d. Chera dynasty in Malabar

Answer: b. British rule in Malabar

10. The “Kayyur Revolt” of 1941 was a peasant uprising against:
a. Land Tax
b. Landlord Exploitation
c. Forest Laws
d. Caste Discrimination

Answer: c. Forest Laws

Kerala GK Culture and Traditional MCQ Questions And Answers

1. Kathakali, a traditional dance-drama form, originated in which state of India?
a. Tamil Nadu
b. Karnataka
c. Kerala
d. Andhra Pradesh

Answer: c. Kerala

2. Onam, a major festival in Kerala, is associated with the legendary King Mahabali. What is the traditional boat race that takes place during Onam called?
a. Nehru Trophy Boat Race
b. Aranmula Uthrattadi Vallamkali
c. Champakulam Moolam Boat Race
d. Payippad Jalotsavam

Answer: b. Aranmula Uthrattadi Vallamkali

3. The traditional dance form characterized by performers wearing masks and vibrant costumes, often performed during temple festivals, is known as:
a. Ottamthullal
b. Koodiyattam
c. Theyyam
d. Mohiniyattam

Answer: c. Theyyam

4. Which classical dance form of Kerala is characterized by its graceful movements and is often performed by female dancers?
a. Kathakali
b. Mohiniyattam
c. Kuchipudi
d. Bharatanatyam

Answer: b. Mohiniyattam

5. The traditional martial art form of Kerala, known for its dynamic movements and weaponry, is called:
a. Kalaripayattu
b. Silambam
c. Gatka
d. Thang-ta

Answer: a. Kalaripayattu

6. Which festival in Kerala is celebrated with the ritualistic pulling of decorated chariots and is observed in temples dedicated to Lord Krishna?
a. Vishu
b. Thrissur Pooram
c. Attukal Pongala
d. Makaravilakku

Answer: b. Thrissur Pooram

7. The traditional music form of Kerala that involves percussion instruments like Chenda, Maddalam, and Edakka is known as:
a. Mohiniyattam
b. Ottamthullal
c. Thayambaka
d. Panchari Melam

Answer: d. Panchari Melam

8. What is the traditional attire worn by women during Onam and other festivals in Kerala?
a. Saree
b. Lehenga
c. Mundu
d. Kasavu Sari

Answer: d. Kasavu Sari

9. The ancient Sanskrit theatre form that originated in Kerala and is recognized by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity is called:
a. Theyyam
b. Koodiyattam
c. Ottamthullal
d. Kathakali

Answer: b. Koodiyattam

10. What is the traditional dance form of the Mappilas (Muslim community) in Kerala that combines dance, song, and storytelling?
a. Oppana
b. Margamkali
c. Thiruvathira
d. Kolkali

Answer: a. Oppana

Kerala GK Districts, Head Quarters, Density, Population

S.No	District	Headquarters	Density (per sq. km)	Population (2011)
1	Alappuzha	Alappuzha	1,487	2,121,944
2	Ernakulam	Kakkanad	1,071	3,276,607
3	Idukki	Painavu	356	1,107,276
4	Kannur	Kannur	1,196	2,525,683
5	Kasaragod	Kasaragod	852	1,302,600
6	Kollam	Kollam	1,252	2,625,307
7	Kottayam	Kottayam	584	1,952,901
8	Kozhikode	Kozhikode	1,884	3,089,542
9	Malappuram	Malappuram	1,181	4,112,920
10	Palakkad	Palakkad	439	2,810,892
11	Pathanamthitta	Pathanamthitta	823	1,200,900
12	Thiruvananthapuram	Thiruvananthapuram	1,253	3,338,767
13	Thrissur	Thrissur	1,026	3,110,327
14	Wayanad	Kalpetta	240	816,540

Kerala GK Irrigation Projects, Established, Location

S.No.	Project Name	Est. Year	Location
1	Neyyar Dam	1956	Thiruvananthapuram
2	Peechi Dam	1959	Thrissur
3	Idamalayar Dam	1960	Ernakulam
4	Kakki Dam	1966	Idukki
5	Malampuzha Dam	1967	Palakkad
6	Kuttiadi Reservoir	1972	Kozhikode
7	Bhoothathankettu Dam	1998	Ernakulam
8	Muvattupuzha Irrigation Project	2005	Ernakulam
9	Chittarpuzha Irrigation Project	2010	Alappuzha
10	Pamba Irrigation Project	2012	Pathanamthitta

Kerala GK Irrigation Projects GK MCQ Questions And Answers

1. The Idukki Dam, one of the largest arch dams in Asia, is built across which river in Kerala?
a. Periyar
b. Bharathapuzha
c. Pamba
d. Chalakudy

Answer: a. Periyar

2. The Malampuzha Dam, a multipurpose project in Kerala, is built on which river?
a. Chaliyar
b. Periyar
c. Bharathapuzha
d. Pamba

Answer: c. Bharathapuzha

3. The Parambikulam Dam, an embankment dam, is situated on which river in Kerala?
a. Pamba
b. Chalakudy
c. Periyar
d. Bharathapuzha

Answer: b. Chalakudy

4. The Kuttanadu Integrated Water Management Project aims at the sustainable development of the Kuttanadu region, known for its:
a. Hill Stations
b. Backwaters
c. Western Ghats
d. Waterfalls

Answer: b. Backwaters

5. The Peechi Dam, constructed for irrigation purposes, is located in which district of Kerala?
a. Kozhikode
b. Thrissur
c. Alappuzha
d. Kollam

Answer: b. Thrissur

6. The Kuttiadi Augmentation Scheme is associated with which river in Kerala?
a. Chaliyar
b. Periyar
c. Pamba
d. Bharathapuzha

Answer: a. Chaliyar

7. Which river valley project in Kerala is aimed at harnessing the water resources of the Bharathapuzha River?
a. Kallada Irrigation Project
b. Chalakudy Irrigation Project
c. Thiruvananthapuram Irrigation Project
d. Bharathapuzha Irrigation Project

Answer: d. Bharathapuzha Irrigation Project

8. The Idukki Arch Dam is part of the Idukki Hydroelectric Project. How many arches does the dam have?
a. One
b. Two
c. Three
d. Four

Answer: c. Three

9. The Kakki Reservoir, an important water storage facility, is associated with which river in Kerala?
a. Pamba
b. Periyar
c. Chaliyar
d. Bharathapuzha

Answer: b. Periyar

10. The Banasura Sagar Dam, located in Wayanad, is built on which river in Kerala?
a. Kabini
b. Kaveri
c. Neyyar
d. Chalakudy

Answer: a. Kabini

Kerala GK Top University’s, Established, Location

S.No.	University Name	Est. Year	Location
1	University of Kerala	1937	Thiruvananthapuram
2	Mahatma Gandhi University	1983	Kottayam
3	Cochin University of Science and Technology	1971	Kochi
4	Kerala Agricultural University	1956	Thrissur
5	Calicut University	1968	Malappuram
6	Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology	1972	Thiruvananthapuram
7	National Institute of Technology Calicut	1961	Kozhikode
8	Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode	1996	Kozhikode
9	Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham	1994	Kollam
10	Thunchath Ezhuthachan Malayalam University	2012	Thrissur

Kerala GK Top Colleges, Established, Location

Sno	College Name	Established	Location
1	Kerala University	1937	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
2	Central Institute of Fisheries Technology	1957	Kochi, Kerala
3	National Institute of Technology, Calicut	1961	Kozhikode, Kerala
4	University of Calicut	1968	Malappuram, Kerala
5	Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology	1975	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
6	Sree Narayana Guru University of Technology	1983	Kannur, Kerala
7	Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham	1994	Amritapuri, Kollam
8	Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode	1996	Kozhikode, Kerala
9	Indian Institute of Technology, Palakkad	2007	Palakkad, Kerala
10	Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram	2007	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Kerala GK Best Tourist Places MCQ Questions And Answers

1. Which hill station in Kerala is known for its tea gardens, lush green landscapes, and is often referred to as the “Scotland of India”?
a. Munnar
b. Vagamon
c. Wayanad
d. Thekkady

Answer: a. Munnar

2. The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, a popular wildlife destination in Kerala, is located in which district?
a. Idukki
b. Alappuzha
c. Ernakulam
d. Thrissur

Answer: a. Idukki

3. Varkala Beach, known for its red cliffs and mineral springs, is situated in which district of Kerala?
a. Kollam
b. Thiruvananthapuram
c. Alappuzha
d. Kozhikode

Answer: a. Kollam

4. The historic Bekal Fort, surrounded by a beach, is located in which district of Kerala?
a. Kannur
b. Kasaragod
c. Kozhikode
d. Malappuram

Answer: b. Kasaragod

5. Which backwater destination in Kerala is famous for its snake boat races and is often referred to as the “Venice of the East”?
a. Alappuzha
b. Kumarakom
c. Kollam
d. Kozhikode

Answer: a. Alappuzha

6. The Padmanabhaswamy Temple, known for its intricate architecture and massive gopuram, is located in which city of Kerala?
a. Kochi
b. Kozhikode
c. Thiruvananthapuram
d. Thrissur

Answer: c. Thiruvananthapuram

7. Fort Kochi, a historic area with colonial influences, is known for the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets. In which district is Fort Kochi located?
a. Kottayam
b. Ernakulam
c. Kannur
d. Thrissur

Answer: b. Ernakulam

8. The Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is part of the Western Ghats and is known for its diverse flora and fauna. In which district is Wayanad located?
a. Kozhikode
b. Malappuram
c. Wayanad
d. Palakkad

Answer: c. Wayanad

9. Which beach in Kerala is famous for its pristine white sand and is a popular destination for water sports?
a. Varkala Beach
b. Kovalam Beach
c. Cherai Beach
d. Marari Beach

Answer: b. Kovalam Beach

10. The Athirappilly Falls, often referred to as the “Niagara of India,” is located in which district of Kerala?
a. Thrissur
b. Kozhikode
c. Malappuram
d. Palakkad

Answer: a. Thrissur

Kerala GK National Highway MCQ Questions And Answers

1. The National Highway connecting Thiruvananthapuram to Kasaragod in Kerala is numbered as:
a. NH-17
b. NH-44
c. NH-66
d. NH-208

Answer: c. NH-66

2. Which National Highway connects Kollam to Chennai and passes through major cities like Kochi and Thrissur?
a. NH-44
b. NH-47
c. NH-66
d. NH-183

Answer: b. NH-47

3. The National Highway connecting Kochi to Panvel (Mumbai) is numbered as:
a. NH-48
b. NH-17
c. NH-66
d. NH-32

Answer: a. NH-48

4. The NH-544, connecting Salem in Tamil Nadu to Kochi in Kerala, passes through which major city in Kerala?
a. Thrissur
b. Kottayam
c. Palakkad
d. Kozhikode

Answer: c. Palakkad

5. The Kanyakumari-Panvel National Highway passing through the western coast is known as:
a. NH-44
b. NH-17
c. NH-66
d. NH-183

Answer: b. NH-17

6. The National Highway connecting Thrissur to Kozhikode is numbered as:
a. NH-544
b. NH-66
c. NH-966
d. NH-32

Answer: c. NH-966

7. The National Highway passing through Thalassery and Kannur in Kerala and connecting Mangalore to Kochi is known as:
a. NH-44
b. NH-17
c. NH-66
d. NH-183

Answer: b. NH-17

8. The NH-766 connects Kozhikode in Kerala to which city in Karnataka?
a. Mysuru
b. Bengaluru
c. Mangaluru
d. Hubballi

Answer: a. Mysuru

9. Which National Highway connects Palakkad to Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu?
a. NH-544
b. NH-47
c. NH-766
d. NH-32

Answer: d. NH-32

10. The National Highway connecting Thrissur to Angamaly and serving as a major access route to Cochin International Airport is numbered as:
a. NH-544
b. NH-47
c. NH-66
d. NH-966

Answer: d. NH-966

Kerala GK Chief Ministers, Party, Tenure,Location

Sno	Chief Minister	Party	Tenure	Location
1	E. M. S. Namboodiripad	Communist Party of India (Marxist)	1957–1959	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
2	Pattom Thanu Pillai	Travancore Tamil Nadu Congress	1959–1960	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
3	V. R. Krishna Iyer	Indian National Congress	1960–1962	Thrissur, Kerala
4	R. Sankar	Indian National Congress	1962–1964	Kannur, Kerala
5	C. Achutha Menon	Communist Party of India	1964–1965	Thrissur, Kerala
6	K. M. George	Kerala Congress	1965–1967	Kottayam, Kerala
7	C. N. Namboodiripad	Communist Party of India (Marxist)	1967–1977	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
8	A. K. Antony	Indian National Congress	1977–1978	Alappuzha, Kerala
9	K. Karunakaran	Indian National Congress	1978–1979	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
10	E. K. Nayanar	Communist Party of India (Marxist)	1980–1981	Kannur, Kerala

Kerala GK Festivals and Holidays

S.No	Festival	Date	Significance
1	Vishu	April	The first day of the Malayalam calendar, celebrated with feasts and auspicious rituals
2	Thrissur Pooram	April – May	A vibrant temple festival with decorated elephants, percussion ensembles, and fireworks
3	Thrissur Vadakkumnathan Temple Pooram	April – May	Another major temple festival, featuring vibrant processions, cultural performances, and caparisoned elephants
4	Aranmula Vallamkali	August	A snake boat race held on the Pampa River, showcasing the skill and sportsmanship of boatmen
5	Onam	August – September	Ten-day harvest festival celebrating the return of the mythical King Mahabali
6	Christmas	December	Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, with church services, carols, and family gatherings
7	Thiruvananthapuram Attukal Pongala	February	A festival celebrated by women, offering pongala (a sweet dish) to Devi Bhagavathy
8	Eid al-Fitr	May	The end of Ramadan, the Islamic month of fasting, celebrated with feasts and prayers
9	Kerala Piravi	November	Celebrates the formation of the state of Kerala on November 1, 1956
10	Deepavali	October – November	The Hindu festival of lights, symbolizing the victory of good over evil

SNo	Governor	Party	Tenure	Location
1	Dr. B. Ramakrishna Rao	Indian National Congress	1956-1960	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
2	V. V. Giri	Indian National Congress	1960-1965	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
3	Pattom Thanu Pillai	Indian National Congress	1965-1967	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
4	Sukhadia	Indian National Congress	1967-1973	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
5	N. N. Wanchoo	Indian National Congress	1973-1977	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
6	Jyoti Basu	Communist Party of India (Marxist)	1977-1981	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
7	P. Ramachandran	Communist Party of India (Marxist)	1981-1982	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
8	A. P. Sharma	Indian National Congress	1982-1988	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
9	Ram Dulari Sinha	Indian National Congress	1988-1990	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
10	B. Rachaiah	Indian National Congress	1990-1995	Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala