Maharashtra Mazha

15 Questions | By Tinad | Last updated: Jan 11, 2013 | Total Attempts: 1011

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The purpose of this quiz is to check & upgrade your knowledge about Maharashtra

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1.

The founder of the Maratha Empire, a great warrior and one of the finest rulers of India, he helds the highest place in Maratha history.
2.

Capital Of Maharashtra
3.

Who among these did not rule Maharashtra?
- A.
  
  Dadoji
- B.
  
  Shivaji
- C.
  
  Shahu
- D.
  
  Sambhaji
4.

Which is the fort where the fierce battle between Shivaji & Afzal khan was fought
5.

The most important festival of Maharashtra
6.

How many forts are there in maharashtra
- A.
  
  3
- B.
  
  9
- C.
  
  150
- D.
  
  350
7.

In which year was Bombay renamed as Mumbai
- A.
  
  1998
- B.
  
  1996
- C.
  
  1991
- D.
  
  2000
8.

Who are the original Inhabitants of Mumbai
- A.
  
  Gujrathis
- B.
  
  Maharashtrians
- C.
  
  Sikhs
- D.
  
  Kolis
9.

Marine Drive is also famous as
10.

Which tomb in Mumbai is over eight hundred years old and linked to the mainland by a path that is annually submerged in the high monsoon tide
11.

The first railway line of India between Victoria Terminus and Thana was inaugurated on
- A.
  
  12th April 2000
- B.
  
  4th October 1990
- C.
  
  16th April 1853
- D.
  
  1st May 1853
12.

There is huge rush of artistes in this gallery to show one's works. Many of the artistes have to wait a couple of years to exhibit their works in this gallery. Which is this gallery?
13.

A combination of traditional song and dance, which particulary performed to the enchanting beats of 'Dholak', an drum like instrument. This dance is performed by attractive women wearing nine-yard saris.
14.

The most popular dessert of Maharashtra.
- A.
  
  Sheera
- B.
  
  Shreekhand & Puran Poli
- C.
  
  Shondesh
- D.
  
  Kaju Barfi
15.

The most popular seafood of Maharashtra
- A.
  
  Prawns
- B.
  
  Bombil Or Bombay Duck
- C.
  
  Pomfret
- D.
  
  Crab