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www.gujaratquiz.in Who started the first orphanage in Gujarat? Mahipatram Rupram Who started the first Girls' school in Ahmedabad? Harkunwar Shethani, 1850 Where was the first Planetarium of Gujarat established? Surat Which is the main city in the district Daang? Ahwa Who is known as the promoter of Libraries in Gujarat? Motibhai Amin Which King first made education compulsory while in reign? Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad-Vadodara Which is the largest library in Gujarat? Central Library, Vadodara Where is the military school near Jamnagar situated in Gujarat? Balachhadi Name the Government scheme that provides insurance for school children. Vidyadeep Scheme Which is the Gujarat based organization that works for promotion of National language? Gujarat Prantiya Rashtrabhasha Samiti In which college in Bhavnagar did Gandhiji study? Shamaldas College Which revolutionary patriot from Gujarat was a professor of Sanskrit in Oxford University? Shyamji Krishna Varma Name the Mathematician from Gujarat who, it is believed, has invented Zero? Brahmagupt Which Gujarati has contributed to Telecom revolution in India? Sam Pitroda Who was the initiator of Jyotisangh – an organization for women empowerment? Charumati Yoddha In Gujarat, which organization works for preservation and research for ancient manuscripts and stone inscriptions? Lalbhai Dalpatbhai Indology Who started the first cotton textile mill in Gujarat? Ranchhodlal Chhotalal Who led the Maha Gujarat movement? Indulal Yagnik Name the University of the olden times of Gujarat that was known in the world. Valabhi Vidyapeeth20 Who started the Hari Om Ashram in Nadiad? Saint Pujya shri Mota Name the parents of Gandhiji. Mother: Putlibai and Father: Karamchand Gandhi What is Gandhiji's residence in Porbandar known as? Kirti Mandir Who was known as father to the Tribals in Gujarat? Amrutlal Viththaldas Thakkar (Thakkar bapa) Worldwide Gujarat Quiz
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Who started the first orphanage in Gujarat?
Mahipatram Rupram
Who started the first Girls' school in Ahmedabad?
Harkunwar Shethani, 1850
Where was the first Planetarium of Gujarat established?
Surat
Which is the main city in the district Daang?
Ahwa
Who is known as the promoter of Libraries in Gujarat?
Motibhai Amin
Which King first made education compulsory while in reign?
Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad-Vadodara
Which is the largest library in Gujarat?
Central Library, Vadodara
Where is the military school near Jamnagar situated in Gujarat?
Balachhadi
Name the Government scheme that provides insurance for school children.
Vidyadeep Scheme
Which is the Gujarat based organization that works for promotion of National language?
Gujarat Prantiya Rashtrabhasha Samiti
In which college in Bhavnagar did Gandhiji study?
Shamaldas College
Which revolutionary patriot from Gujarat was a professor of Sanskrit in Oxford University?
Shyamji Krishna Varma
Name the Mathematician from Gujarat who, it is believed, has invented Zero?
Brahmagupt
Which Gujarati has contributed to Telecom revolution in India?
Sam Pitroda
Who was the initiator of Jyotisangh – an organization for women empowerment?
Charumati Yoddha
In Gujarat, which organization works for preservation and research for ancient manuscripts
and stone inscriptions?
Lalbhai Dalpatbhai Indology
Who started the first cotton textile mill in Gujarat?
Ranchhodlal Chhotalal
Who led the Maha Gujarat movement?
Indulal Yagnik
Name the University of the olden times of Gujarat that was known in the world.
Valabhi Vidyapeeth20
Who started the Hari Om Ashram in Nadiad?
Saint Pujya shri Mota
Name the parents of Gandhiji.
Mother: Putlibai and Father: Karamchand Gandhi
What is Gandhiji's residence in Porbandar known as?
Kirti Mandir
Who was known as father to the Tribals in Gujarat?
Amrutlal Viththaldas Thakkar (Thakkar bapa)
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On which railway station in South Africa was Gandhiji pushed out of train while on journey,
even though he had a first class ticket?
Peter Maritz berg
Which Gujarati flagged the National flag of India on a foreign land the first time?
Madam Bhikhaiji Cama
Which daily did Gandhiji start for the upliftement of the backwards?
Harijan Bandhu (Gujarati)
Which towns in Gujarat get maximum cold in winter and maximum heat in summer?
Maximum cold – Naliya & Maximum heat – Disa
Where was Dayanand Saraswati born?
Tankara (Dist. Rajkot)
Name the scripture written by Saint Dayanand Saraswati.
Satyarthprakash
What was the name of Narsinh Mehta's daughter?
Kunwarbai
Since when has Ahmedabad Airport been an international airport?
26 January, 1991
Which saint dedicated his life to the service of the leprosy sufferers?
Saint Amardevi Das
Which monthly that was started by Saint Punit Maharaj is popular till the date?
Jan Kalyan
Who wrote the Bhajan 'Ma Baap ne Bhulsho Nahi'?
Saint Punit Maharaj
For leading which Satyagraha did Sardar Patel got the title 'Sardar'?
Bardoli Satyagraha
Where was saint Bodana born?
Dakor
Who established the 'Sastu Sahitya' organization?
Bhikshu Akhandanand
Name the first Gujarati who favoured fighters' revolution.
Shyamji Krishna Varma
Who inaugurated the state of Gujarat?
Ravishankar Maharaj
Who was the first speaker of Gujarat State Assembly?
Kalyan V. Mehta
Who was the first lady Minister of Gujarat?
Indumatiben Sheth
Who was the first governor of Gujarat?
Mehndi Nawaz Jang
Who was the first chief minister of Gujarat?
Dr. Jivraj Mehta
Which Social activist had to get debarred from his own house for writing an Essay on
'Widow Remarriage'?
Karshandas Mulji
Who was called 'Charotar nu Moti' by Gandhiji?
Motibhai Amin
Who was the first Physics Scientist from Gujarat?
Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
Who inspired the prince of Solanki Dynasty Kumarpal to adopt Jainism?
Hemchandracharya
What is the full name of the renowned poet 'Kalaapi'?
Sursinhji Takhtasinhji Gohil
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Whose residence was 'Hradaykunj' in the Sabarmati Ashram?
Gandhiji
Who embraced martyrdom while putting up the National Flag in Gujarat College at the
time of Quit India movement?
Vinod Kinariwala
What was the original name of Swami Sahajanand?
Ghanshyam
Who renovated the Somnath Temple after India got independence?
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Which Gujrarati youth has swam 35 km broad English channel in 12 hours?
Sufyan Sheikh
Who is dearly known as 'Ba' all over the world?
Kasturba Gandhi
Who established worldknown Reliance Industries?
Dhirubhai Ambani
On whose name is Gujarat State Assembly named?
Viththalbhai Patel
Which is the largest dam in Gujarat?
Sardar Sarovar Dam
Where is famous palace with 1000 windows in it, in Gujarat?
Rajpipla
Who created Kankariya Balvatika that is popular among children in Gujarat?
Rubin David
In which mountain range is the famous pilgrimage – Ambaji situated?
Arvalli
In which mountain range is Saputara situated?
Sahyadri
On which mountain are the Jain temples of Palitana situated?
Shetrunjaya
Which part of Gujarat is known as the Garden of Gujarat?
Central Gujarat
On the banks of which river does the city of Surat dwell?
Taapi
In which city is the Sayajirao Museum in Gujarat?
Baroda
Which chief minister of Gujarat started the mid day meal scheme (Madhyan Bhojan Yojna)?
Madhavsinh Solanki
Where is the famous Sidi Saiyed Jali in Gujarat?
Ahmedabad
Where is the Indroda Park (zoo) in Gujarat?
Gandhinagar
Which is the largest district of Gujarat in terms of area?
Kachchh
Where is the famous Akshardham temple in Gujarat?
Gandhinagar
In which district is the Ukai Dam situated?
Taapi
Where was Dinosaur eggs found in Gujarat?
Raiyali
Who was the most brave and powerful king of the Solanki dynasty?
Sidhdharaj Jaysinh
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Where is the world known BlackBuck Park situated in Gujarat?
Velavadar
Where is the Sardar Sarovar in Gujarat?
Kevadiya Colony
Who got Kankariya Lake constructed?
Sultan Kutbuddin
Which famous painter started the magazine 'Kumar'?
Ravishankar Rawal
What was the native of the spiritual poetess Ganga sati?
Samadhiyala (Dist. Bhavnagar)
Which saint's name is attached to the Dakor temple?
Saint Bodana
Which Mantra did Pujya Mota want people to chant?
Hari Om
Who said, 'even if you are lean and thin, have the heart of a tiger and a lion'?
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Who set up the Swaminarayan sect?
Sahajanand Swami
Which city is Malav Lake in for which it is said, 'if you want an example of justice,
visit Malav lake'?
Dholaka
Whose name is associated with Ranji Trophy?
Jam Ranjitsinhji
Who was Gandhiji's personal secretary?
Mahadevbhai Desai
Which Chinese traveler came to Gujarat in the year 640?
Hue-en-tsang
Who was ruling Gujarat when East India Company first came to Surat in Gujarat?
Jehangir
Name the renowned Gujarati Billiard player.
Geet Sethi
What is the original name of Jayshankar Sundari?
Jayshankar Bhojak
Which cartoonist is known as 'Chakor'?
Bansilal Varma
What is 2 nd October – 'Gandhi Jayanti' also celebrated all over the world as?
Aantarashtriya Ahimsa Din
Which Gujarati is the Chairman of India's biggest software company, Wipro?
Azim Premji
Mahadevbhai Desai 'Agnikund ma ugelu Gulab'?
Narayan Desai
Where was Narsinh Mehta born?
Talaja
On the banks of which river does the city of Bharuch dwell?
Narmada
Name the famous variety of Wheat crop of Gujarat.
Bhaliya Which stream in the District Bhavnagar never dries?
Tantaniyo Dharo
Where is the Hamirsar Lake in Gujarat?
Bhuj
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Where in Gujarat is the meeting place of seven rivers?
Vautha
For breaking which act did Gandhiji take up the Dandi March?
Salt
Where is the biggest Thermal Power Station in Gujarat?
Dhuvaran
Which tropic cuts across the central Gujarat?
Tropic of Cancer
What is the name of the International Airport in Gujarat?
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport
Which is the known Agiyari in Udwada?
The Holy Iranshah Fire Temple
In which fair are camels sold and purchased in Gujarat?
Katyok
Where is the Dudhsagar Dairy situated?
Mehsana
What was the title given to social worker and patriot Ravishankar Maharaj?
Muthi Unchero Manavi Which is the head quarter of National Dairy Development Board in Gujarat?
Anand
Which is the well known sanctuary for Leopard and Sambar in Gujarat?
Bardipada (Dist. Daang)
At which place sanctuary set up for the Bear in Gujarat?
Ratanmahal
During which king's reign did the title 'Gurjar Desh' start being used for Gujarat?
Mulraj Solanki
Which country does Gujarat share its border with?
Pakistan
Which is Gujarat's biggest Railway Station?
Ahmedabad
Which is the biggest fertilizer factory in Gujarat?
Gujarat Narmada valley fertilizer co.
Where are famous Patola made in Gujarat?
Patan
Which district produces maximum Isabgul?
Mehsana
Where is the first Nature Education Centre of Gujarat?
Hingolgadh
How many principal rivers are there in Gujarat?
Seven
Which is the biggest artificial lake of Gujarat?
Sardar Sarovar
During which king's reign was the Modhera sun temple built?
King Bhimdev the first
Which is the biggest water reserve project in Gujarat?
Sardar Sarovar Project
Which is the biggest port in Gujarat?
Kandala
What was the purpose of building Naginawadi in the middle of Kankariya lake?
For the summer stay for the kings
Which is the largest hospital of Asia in Gujarat?
Civil Hospital-Ahmedabad
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Which sea surrounds Gujarat?
Arabic Sea
Which is the biggest river in Gujarat?
Narmada
In which area of Gujarat we find the lowest temperature?
Nalia
Who was the first Gujarati prime minister in India?
Morarji Desai
Which place gets maximum rains in Gujarat?
Daang
Who laid foundation stone of Sardar Sarovar Dam?
Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru
What have the sites at Champaner been declared as by UNESCO?
World Heritage site
Which poet from Gujarat is known as Rashtriya Shaayar?
Zaverchand Meghani
What title has been given to poet Narmad?
Veer
Where did Gandhiji set up the first Ashram in Ahmedabad?
Kocharab Ashram
How many temples are there in the known Jain pilgrimage Palitana?
863
Where was the first revolving restaurant made in Asia?
Surat
What was the ancient name of Sidhdhpur?
ShriSthal
Which place near Bhavnagar was a Vidyapeeth situated in?
Valabhipur
Whose daughter is the river Taapi believed to be?
Lord Surya
Which was the first European power in Gujarat?
Portugese
From where Dhirubhai Ambani belongs to?
Chorwad
In which city did the Portugese rule in Gujarat?
Diu
In which year did Bardoli Satyagraha take place?
1928
In which year did the non cooperation movement start?
1920
Which city of Gujarat was a transit point in the Spice & Silk trade in ancient times?
Bharuch
Which Satyagraha gave Gandhiji a title of 'Baapu'?
Champaran Satyagraha
Which city was made the Capital of Gujarat after the establishment of the state?
Ahmedabad
Which district of Gujarat is known for being the worlds' largest flamingo ground?
Kachchh
Who got the marble temple of Adinath constructed in Abu?
Vimal Mantri
Which Maratha kings ruled in Baroda?
Gaekwad
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Who got Moonsar Lake constructed in Viramgam?
Minal Devi
Where is the pilgrimage of famous saint Jalaram Bapa situated in Saurashtra?
Veerpur
Which city in Gujarat was known as entrance to Makka?
Surat
Against which act did Gujarat witness strike in 1919?
Rollet Act
Which Jain pilgrimage is situated near Narayan Sarovar?
Shankheshwar
When was Gandhiji born and where?
2nd October, 1869, Porbandar
For upliftment of tribals who set up Panchmahal Bhil Sewa Mandal?
Thakkarbapa
What is the death anniversary of Gandhiji?
30th January, 1948
What was the birth place of Hemchandracharya?
Dhandhuka
Which age is known as Golden age in the history of Gujarat?
Solanki Period
What was the worldly name of Hemchandracharya?
Changdev
Where is Kite Museum in Ahmedabad?
Tagore Hall, Paldi
Where did poet Akho reside in Ahmedabad?
Desai ni Pol, Khadiya Which place is famous for attracting more than 200 species of migration birds in winter?
Nal Sarovar
What was Vadnagar known as in olden times?
Anartpur
Which Mughal king believed Gujarat as the jewel of India?
Aurengzeb
In which language was Sidhdhahem written by Hemchandracharya?
Prakrit
Name the only region which stands apart for its thick Jungle pulsating with wildlife, tribal
culture & Stunning natural beauty?
Dangs
When did Railway start in Gujarat?
1855
Which is the main river in the district of Sabarkantha?
Hathmati
What is the ancient name of Adalaj?
Gadh Patan
Which Hindu festival celebrated according to English calendar?
Uttrayan
What is the average rainfall of Gujarat?
67cm
How much part has been covered by the Desert in Gujarat?
27,200 sq. km
What is the meaning of the word 'Saputara'?
Abode of Snake
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Which three rivers of Gujarat are called as Unmarried River? (do not merge with the sea)
Saraswati, Banas, Rupen
Which fort of historic importance situated near Jasdan in Rajkot district?
Hingolgadh
Which Rann is situated in Kachchh district?
Desert of Tharparkar
Which is the biggest temple of Gujarat?
Akshrardham Temple, Gandhinagar
What is the name of the village which hosts an ancient temple of Krishna, Balram,
and Rukmini in Porbandar district?
Madhavpur
Where is the second largest Science city of the country situated in Gujarat?
Ahmedabad
In which year the Dutch establish their trading centre in Gujarat?
In 1606
In which year the French establish their trading centre in Gujarat?
In 1668
On Which Purnima night the festival is celebrated in the exotic desert of Kutch.?
Sharad Purnima
Name the place where Rishi Vasistha performed a Yajna to eliminate demons from Gujarat?
Arbudak Mountain
In which year the site of Harappan culture ‘Dholavira’ was discovered?
1967
Which religion faiths do the Taranga is believed to be a Mahatirtha?
Jains
Which City in Gujarat is known for being the birth place of Jamshedji Tata &
Dadabhai Navroji?
Navsari
How many times in a day is the flag of the Dwarkadhish temple changed?
3 times
Where is the 'Kala Dungar( Black Mountain) located in Gujarat?
Kachchh
How many districts are there in Gujarat now?
26
Which king provided shelter to the Parsis in Gujarat?
Jadi Rana
Which port did the Parsis come first when they came to India?
Sanjan Port
How old would is the port of Lothal believed to be?
Approximately 4000 years back
What is the old name of river Banas?
Parnasha
Which is the present capital of Gujarat?
Gandhinagar
Named after which sage an important river flow from pavagadh?
Vishwamitra
How many villages are there in Gujarat?
18,192
How many Village Courts (Gram Panchayats) are there in Gujarat?
13,187
How many Taluka Courts (Taluka Panchayats) are there in Gujarat?
226
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Which city of Gujarat has the highest population?
Ahmedabad
Area wise what rank does Gujarat has amongst all Indian States?
7th Rank
Which fort at Jamnagar is converted into a museum?
Lakhota Fort
Where Gujarat is situated in India?
In western part of India
Where is the longest beach in Gujarat?
Jamnagar(354 k.m.)Que. No. 181 to 200 Que. No. 201 to 220
What is the weight of the Kalash atop the Somnath Temple?
10 Tonnes
Which district has the famous Gira water fall?
Daang
On how many pillars does the Dwarkadhish Temple stand on?
60
In which year was the Satyagrah Sabarmati) of Ahmedabad founded by Mahatma Gandhi?
1917
Ashram (In which city is the Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum located?
Vadodara
What was the total length of Dandi March?
385 km
Who built the mallinath Temple at Mt. Girnar?
Vastupal & Tejpal
For how many years Gandhiji stayed in Ashram?
13 years
Sabarmati in which year were the telegraph lines linking Ahmedabad to Bombay installed?
1850
Which river flows through Vadodara city?
Vishwamitri
What is the height of Gujarat's heights peak Gorakhnath peak at Girnar?
3666 feet
In which year did the Indus valley civilization penetrated in Gujarat?
2400 BC
Name the Mathematician that researched on Einstein's Relativity.
Dr. P. C. Vaidya
Which place in Gujarat is known for Agricultural tools?
Rajkot
Where is the Nano car plant in Gujarat located at?
Sanand
Which place in Gujarat has shown the highest industrial development?
Ankleshwar
By which award are researchers in the field of science felicitated?
Dr. Vikram Sarabhai Award
How many artesian worked to build the sun temple at modhera?
1200
Which city of Gujarat has the highest number of schools?
Ahmedabad
Which Gujarati scholar was the first to join the British judiciary in 1844?
Bholanath Sarabhai
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Which place of Gujarat is called the Manchester of the East?
Ahmedabad
In which school Gandhiji studied in Rajkot?
Sir Alfred High School
The Kankaria lake of Ahmedabad is a polygon with how many sides?
34
Which city has the largest open air screen in Asia?
Ahmedabad (Drive in Cinema)
Who has been the youngest wicket-keeper and batsman to enter Indian Cricket team?
Parthiv Patel
Who established the first theatre in Ahmedabad?
Dahyabhai Zaveri
Who set up the first steam operated Saw gin in Ahmedabad?
Tribhuvan Sheth
In which city of Gujarat did Sachin Tendulkar complete his 30,000 runs in
International Cricket?
Ahmedabad
How much area is covered by the largest Sarovar 'Nal sarovar' of Gujarat?
186 sq. km
Who is known as the father of Indian Space Research?
Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
Name the first Gujarati female to go on a space travel.
Sunita Williams
Which Gujarati player got federating in Chess at the youngest age?
Pratik Parekh
Name the well known Gujarati science magazine and name its publisher.
Safari-Nagendra Vijay
Where is the first 3D theatre of Gujarat?
Science City-Ahmedabad
What is the international stadium in Ahmedabad called?
Motera stadium
Which Gujarati has won World Children Chess Championship for the first time?
Riddhi Shah
With which sport is Aparna Popat's name associated?
Badminton
Where is the head quarter of GCA – Gujarat Cricket Association?
Ahmedabad. 241 to 260
What was poet Premanand by profession?
Maan Bhatt (rhythmist)
Who is the Indian fast bowler who got hat trick in Test series?
Irfan Pathan
Which Gujarati gave international repute to Gujarat in chess?
Tejas Bakre
Who is the first player who has performed well in Skating and has received Arjun Award
for that?
Naman Parekh
In which year did poetess Meera come to Dwarika in Gujarat?
1537 A.D.
Who wrote 'Hari no Marag Chhe Shura no'?
Poet Pritamdas
Where and when did first Gujarati school start?
1836, Surat
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I will not put on my turban till Gujarati language does not receive its deserved pride' –
who has taken a vow like his?
Poet Premanand
What is poet Kant's original name?
Manishankar Ratnaji Bhatt
Union Territory Diu, situated near Junagadh was centre of which foreign tribe?
The Portuguese
Which collection of poems is well known by poet Kalapi?
Kalapi no kekarav Who wrote 'mane e joi ne hasvu hajar vaar ave che, prabhu, tara banavela aje tane
banave che'?
Harji Lavji Damani 'Shayda'
Which state did Kalapi was a king to?
Lathi
Who wrote 'Jya jya najar mari thare, yaadi bhari tya aap ni'.
Poet Kalapi
Who wrote 'Janni ni jod sakhi nahi jade re lol'?
Damodar Khushaldas Botadkar
Who said, 'no one now will create his own spellings in Gujarati'?
Mahatma Gandhi
Which Non Gujarati litterateur was known as 'Sawai Gujarati'?
Kakasaheb Kalelkar
Gandhi for becoming such a staunch follower of Truth?
Satyavadi Raja Harishchandra
Agricultural University established in Gujarat?
Dantiwada, in 1973
Which was the first college of Gujarat?
Gujarat College- Ahmedabad – 1887
What is the original name of Swami Anand?
Himmatlal Ramchandra Dave
What is the original name of 'Sundaram'?
Tribhovandas Purushottamdas Luhar
Who wrote under the pen name of 'Darshak'?
Manubhai Rajaram Pancholi
Who has written Jay Jay Garvi Gujarat?
Narmad
Who was called 'Hasya Samrat' in Gujarati comic literature?
Jyotindra H. Dave
Which city of Gujarat has the Railway Training College?
Vadodara
When and where was Shri Somnath Sanskrit University established?
Veraval, in 2008
When and where was CEPT, which is known for study programme in
Architecture, established?
Ahmedabad, in 1963
When and where was the first Ayurved University of Gujarat established?
Jamnagar, in 1967
Where is Gujarat Technology University situated?
Gandhinagar
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When did H.S.C.E and S.S.C.E. start in Gujarat?
In 1972
Which is the world known Designing Institute of Gujarat? Where is it?
National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad
To whom does the credit of setting up of IIM-A goes?
Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
Which is the Institute in Gujarat for Atomic Education?
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC)
What is full name of L. D. Engineering College?
Lalbhai Dalpatbhai college of Engineering
What medal is awarded for noteworthy work in the field of Gujarati literature?
Ranjitram Gold Medal
Which is the National level institute in Ahmedabad that trains mentally challenged people?
B. M. Institute of Mental Health
Which is the reputed university in Gujarat for distance learning?
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar UniversityNo. 281 to 300
Name poet Nhanalal's poet father.
Poet Dalpatram
Which poet in Gujarati is known as 'Kavishwar'?
Dalpatram
Where is the Mineral Oil Refinery in Gujarat?
Mamalgar Koyli
Which children litterateur was known as 'Muchchali Ma'?
Gijubhai Badheka
Who has written, 'Jya jya vase ek Gujarat i tya tya sadakaal Gujarat'?
Ardeshar Khabardar
Who wrote the poem, 'Aandhali ma no kagal'?
Indulal Gandhi
When was the the first Gujarati calendar published?
Samvat 1871
Who has written the children poetry collection 'Jhabuk vijli jhabuk' and children plays
'Be bhai' and 'Taiko'?
Makrand Dave
Name the poet of 'Mangal Mandir Kholo'.
Narsinhrao Bholanath Divetiya
What was the original name of poet Kant?
Manishankar Ratnaji Bhatt
What is Dattatreya Balkrishna popularly known as?
Kakasaheb Kalelkar
Who wrote the first patriotic poem in modern poetry?
Poet Dalpatram
What is poet Dayaram known for?
Garbi
Which was the first magazine for children in Gujarati?
Gaandiv
What was name of the poet Kalaapi?
Sursinhji Takhtasinhji Gohil
What is the 1st May celebrated as in Gujarat?
Gujarat Sthapana Din (Establishment Day)
What is the original name of 'Dhoomketu'?
Gaurishankar Joshi
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What is the pen name of Umashankar joshi?
Vasuki
From which place of Gujarat 6 billion year old dinosaur eggs were discovered?
Balasinor
Which day of the week Gandhiji used to observe silence?
Monday
Where is India's biggest Ship breaking yard in Gujarat?
Alang
Where is the sanctuary for wild Ass in Gujarat?
Desert of Kachchh
In which fair are milking animals sold and purchased in Gujarat?
Vautha fair
What are the distinctly designed small houses in Kachchh known as?
Bhoonga
"What has the C.M. Narendra Modi named the bunch of Jan Shakti (Power of People),
Gnan Shakti (Power of Knowldege), Urja Shakti (Power of Energy), Jal Shakti (Power of
Water) and Raksha Shakti (Power of Defense)?”
Panchamrut
What is the Tribals' festival that is held in Daang every year known as?
Daang Darbar
What is Jamnagar known for, besides Bandhani?
Kajal
How much is the area of Gujarat?
1,96,077 sq. km
Where was Sardar Patel born?
Nadiyad
Which city of Gujarat is known as Green city?
Gandhinagar
Which city of Gujarat has been given the status of World heritage site?
Champaner
Where was Gandhiji born?
Porbandar
Which is Gujarat's biggest river?
Narmada
What is Gujarat's ranking in India in terms of area?
9th
In which district Gujarat's famous pilgrimage place Dakor is situated?
Kheda
Which place in Gujarat has more than 1000 temples?
Palitana
Where was the poet Akho born?
Jetalpur (near Ahmedabad)
Which breed of cows of Gujarat is known for giving more milk?
Kankreji321 to 340
Which is the smallest district of Gujarat?
Gandhinagar
What is Vadnagar's Kirti Toran also known as?
Narsinh Mehta's Chori
Which two Ashrams does the Ashram Road in Ahmedabad connect?
Sabarmati Ashram and Kochrab Ashram
Which district in India produces the maximum of ground nuts?
Junagadh
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Name the scheme that enables Gujarat to provide electricity for 24 hours to its villages.
Jyotigram Yojna Where is the biggest mineral centre in Gujarat?
Ankleshwar
Which government transport facility is available in Gujarat for emergency medical help?
'108'
In which city did Parsis came from Iran settled?
Valsad
Which is the first village in Gujarat avails electricity for the night by sunlight?
Methan
Which is the official state bird in Gujarat?
Flemingo
In which part is Tobaco produced in Gujarat?
Charotar
In which city of Gujarat is the world known engraving on the stone – Sidi Saiyed ni Jali?
Ahmedabad
Which is the official state animal in Gujarat?
Lion
In which city is it believed lord Krishna set up his reign?
Dwarika
What is the birth place of Narsinh Mehta?
Talaja
Which scheme in Gujarat promotes female child education?
Vidyalaxmi Bond
Where is the world's largest refinery in Gujarat?
Jamnagar
Where is Gujarat's largest cement-manufacturing facility located?
Porbandar
Which mountain of Gujarat looks like the face of Lord Shiv sleeping?
Girnar
From which Satyagraha movement did Sardar Patel join Gandhiji?
Kheda Satyagraha
Which Gujarati got elected in People's society in England?
Dadabhai Navroji
What was Kankariya lake earlier known as?
Hauj-e-Qutub
What is the title of the first book written by Hemchandracharya on Grammar?
Siddhahemshabdanushasan
Where is Gujarat's largest thermal power station?
Dhuvaran
Which social worker saint set up the Arya Samaj in Gujarat?
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
Which district of Gujarat has the maximum of Tribals?
Daang
Which is Gujarat's largest Taluka in terms of area?
Una
What is the length of the ambitious river front project on the river of Sabarmati
in Ahmedabad?
12.5 km
Which is the official state tree of Gujarat?
Mango Tree
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What is the official state song of Gujarat?
Jay Jay Garvi Gujarat...
Where and when did the postal service start in Gujarat?
Ahmedabad – 1838
In which village of Gujarat the Afro-origin tribal are dwelling while preserving
their traditional culture and customs?
Sirvan (Sasan Geer, Gujarat)
What is the African Tribe settled in Gujarat known as?
Sidi
Which river in Gujarat has a hundred years old bridge with artistic umbrellas?
Vishwamitri
Which saint has built a temple on Kankariya lake?
Saint Dadu Dayal
Which film from Gujarat won a prize in Chicago International Children's Film Festival
2009-10?
Harun-Arun
In which month of Hindu calendar devotees’ pilgrimage to Ambaji?
Bhadarva
On which river Dharoi Dam is constructed?
Sabarmati River
Which state produces maximum salt in India?
Gujarat
Who was the director of movie Devdas, which released in last decade?
Sanjay Leela Bhansali
Which sanctuary in district Panchmahal is known for species of birds?
Ratanmahal
Where is the normal water lake near Arabic Sea in Gujarat?
Narayan Sarovar
Which bridge in Ahmedabad is made of Iron which has yet not got eroded?
Ellis Bridge (Vivekanand Bridge)
What is Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's native?
Karamsad
In which district is the Kabirvad which is known as the symbol of Hindu-Muslim unity in
the memory of great saint Kabir?
Bharuch
Where the National Park for Black Buck is situated in Gujarat?
Velavadar
How long is the coastline of Gujarat?
1660 km
Which tropic cuts across the central Gujarat?
Tropic of Cancer
For which species is the Nal Sarovar a sanctuary?
Migratory birds
Which place in Gujarat gets maximum rains?
Dharampur
Which is the famous hill station in Daang?
Saputara
With how many states is Gujarat connected by road?
Three
Which is the largest river in Saurashtra?
Bhadar
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Which place in Gujarat is the highest from sea level?
Astamba (1350 meter)
Where is Gujarat's biggest planetarium?
Vadodara
In which district in Gujarat is Surkhabnagar coming up?
Kachchh
How old is the Golden Bridge on the river Narmada in Bharuch?
150 years
In which city is the perfumeries business grown?
Palanpur
Which goddess's temple is there on the hill of Chotila?
Goddess Chamunda
Where does the tropic of Cancer cut Gujarat?
At Prantij and Himmatnagar
Where is the famous Malav Talav in Gujarat?
Dholaka
Where is the Space Application Centre (SAC) in Gujarat?
Ahmedabad
Where is the Dada Hari step well which is architecturally very valuable?
Ahmedabad
What is the crop of wheat known as that is taken in Bhal?
Bhaliya Wheat
Which district takes the maximum crop of Alphonso mangoes in Gujarat?
Valsad
Which city is known for the centre for cumin seeds and fennel seeds?
Unjha
Which district is known for the crops of Guava and Pomegranate?
Bhavnagar
Which is the head centre in the district Taapi?
Vyara
Where is the biggest biogas plant in Gujarat?
Methan
Near which river is the Bindu Lake?
Saraswati
In entire Indian which bird is only seen in Kachchh?
Flemingo
In which district is the ancient pilgrimage Bhadreshwar?
Kachchh
Which place is known as Flamingo city in Gujarat?
Kachchh desert
Name the port of Kachchh where once ship building business was operated?
Mandvi
Where is the known Watson museum in Gujarat?
Rajkot
Which is the hill station in district Daang?
Saputara
In which part of Gujarat are the maximum ports?
Saurashtra
What was the childhood name of poet Dayaaram?
Dayaashankar
In which district is the Kadana dam situated?
Panchmahal
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Of what district is Ahwa the head centre?
Daang
In which district is the mountain Shetrunjo?
Bhavnagar
Before Independence The Rajkumar college, specially constructed for childrenence of
Indian Royal families, situated in which city of Saurashtra?
Rajkot
Which is the tallest mountain in Gujarat?
Girnar
Where is Asia's largest dairy situated?
Anand
Which dairy brand from Gujarat is known internationally?
Amul
Where is the crop of groundnuts taken in maximum in Gujarat?
Saurashtra
On which river is the Khodiyar dam?
Shetrunji
Where is the international airport in Gujarat?
Ahmedabad
Which national highway is known as the artery in Gujarat?
National highway no. 8
Which place in Gujarat is known for 'Parsi's Kashi'?
Udwada
Where was the first cotton textile mill set up in Gujarat?
Bharuch
Who has written the poem 'Jene Raam Rakhe Tene Kon Chakhe'?
Kavi Dheero
The renowned poet Akho belonged to the reign of which Mughal emperor?
Jahangir
What is majorly penned down by scholarly Gujarati poet Akha?
Chchappa
Who is considered as “Aakhyan Shiromani” of medieval Gujarati literature?
Premanand
In which city the Crops of onions taken in maximum?
Mahuva
Which royal palace is situated in Gondal?
Naulakha Mahel
In which city is the tomb of Jasel-Toral situated?
Anjar
Who started writing Episodic Poem (Khand kavya) in Gujarati literature?
Kavi Kant
Which is the first Law College in the state of Gujarat?
Sir L. A. Shah Law College
Whose statement is 'Nishan chuk maaf, Nahi maaf nichu nishan'?
Balvantray Thakor
Which district in Gujarat has the highest number of talukas?
Junagadh
Which royal palace is situated in Vankaner?
Ranjitvilla
Which famous Roza in Gujarat is considered the largest and most artistic Roza?
Sarkhej Roza
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To which place does temple of goddess Aashapura belong?
Kachchh
Which architectural construction is known as 'Gem of Ahmedabad'?
Rani Sipri Mosque
Which fair held in Gujarat on fifteenth of the month Fagun is very popular?
Fair of Dakor
Which city of Gujarat has highest number of temples?
Palitana
Where in West India did Aadi Shankaracharya establish the hermitage?
Dwarka
Which place in Gujarat the holy fire has been ablaze for 1200 years?
Udvada
What are the traditional houses of the shepherd community in Geer known as?
Zonk
What is the five days' penance when young girls of Gujarat take salt less food in the
Indian month Ashadh, known as?
Molakat
By which name the wedding songs sung during wedding ceremony in Gujarat are known?
Fatana
Where was poet Dalpatram born?
Chanod
Where in Gujarat is the first of the twelve Jyotirling?
Somnath
What is the funeral place of Parsees called?
Dakhamu
At which lake in Siddhapur the rituals are performed after the death of mother?
Bindu Sarovar
Which city is known for the Bandhani – tie dye art in entire Nation?
Jamnagar
Where are Shaking minarets in Gujarat? What is its actual name?
Ahmedabad: Sidi Bashir's Mosque
As whose sacred place is Sattadhar – a place for pilgrimage in Gujarat known for?
Sant Data Giga and Apa Giga
Where is the famous Jalaram temple?
Virpur
Where is Shri Rang Avdhoot's Ashram?
Nareshwar
How many Jyotirling temples are there in Gujarat?
Two: Somnath and Darukavan
Which famous temple is situated on Chotila hill?
Goddess Chamunda temple
Where is the only temple of Sudama, Lord Krishna's friend?
Porbandar
Which ancient religious place is there near Bhuj?
Koteshwar Temple
Where is the only templ of Lord Brahma in Gujarat?
Khedbrahma
Which place in Gujarat is associated with Saint Kabir?
Kabirwad
Name the famous place for the death ritual on the banks of rivers Narmada and Orsang.
Chanod
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Which city in Gujarat is known as city of Palaces?
Vadodara
Which is the pilgrimage for the Daudi Vhora community in North Gujarat?
Delmaal
What are the houses of the tribals inhabiting in Aravalli mountain range known as?
Kholku
When does the New Year begin in Gujarat, as per the traditions?
First day of the Indian month Kartik
Where in Gujarat the biggest Rath Yatra festival celebrated?
Ahmedabad
In Gujarat's which temple religious donations are not accepted?
Jalaram Temple of Virpur
What is Vadnagar known for?
Ancient artistic Toran and Hatkeshwar temple
Where is the mythology reckoned temple of Lord Brahma in Gujarat?
Khedbrahma
Which is the world famous Gujarati folk dance?
Garba
In which Gujarati's life did the Shivratri festival brought about a turning point?
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
On which month's full moon day is a fair held in Mota Ambaji?
Bhadarva
Which poet wrote 'Bhalu thayu bhangi jhanjhal, Sukhe bhajishu Shri Gopal'?
Narsinh Mehta
Where in Gujarat is one of the four spiritual schools set up by Shankaracharya situated?
Dwarka
Which poet from Gujarat wrote poems on Krishna worship?
Narsinh Mehta
By what name is the spiritual school set up by Shankaracharya known?
Shardapith
From which temple in Ahmedabad does the Rath Yatra start in Gujarat?
Jagannath Temple
Where in Gujarat the biggest fair on the full moon day of Kartik held?
Somnath
Who won the Ashaval region and named it Karnavati?
Karnadev Solanki
Which river is the Wanakbori Dam built on?
Mahi
Where in Gujarat is the biggest Gita Mandir?
Ahmedabad
On the banks of which river is the famous pilgrimage Utandiya Mahadev situated?
Vatrak
Which lake in Kachchh has sweet water even though it is close to the sea?
Narayan Sarovar
Which city in Kachchh is known for manufacturing knives?
Anjar
At the bottom of which mountain is the Rock Edict of Ashoka situated?
Girnar
Where the Shivratri fair held which is known as the fair of the monks and mendicants?
Girnar
On the bank of which river is the historical capital of Gujarat Vadnagar situated?
Hatki
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Which was the historical capital of Gujarat?
Anandpur (Vadnagar presently)
In which year was Kankaria lake built?
1451 A.D.
Which community has significantly contributed to folk literature in Gujarat?
Bhat Charan
Which river in Kachchh ends in the small desert?
Machchhu
From which language is Gujarati derived?
Sanskrit
Which hills are there between Danta and Palanpur?
Jessore
To which Indian national zone does the rail way of Gujarat belong?
West
On the bank of which river is the popular picnic spot – Utkantheshwar Mahadev situated?
Vatrak
Which district is known as the district of plantations?
Valsad
In which district in Gujarat teak wood grows in maximum?
Dang
Where is the origin of the river Vishwamitri?
Pavagadh Mountain
Which is the longest river that starts and ends in Gujarat itself?
Bhadar
Which animal's special breed known as Jafrabadi is nurtured in Gujarat?
Buffalo
Which port is near the tropic of Cancer?
Kandla
Which fair in Gujarat is the longest one that runs for 21 days?
Shamlaji Fair
In which district is the crop of onion taken in maximum?
Bhavnagar
What is another name for the river Narmada?
Reva
On how many rivers in Gujarat are there two dams?
4
Which district in Gujarat sees the sunset at the last?
Kachchh
To which district does the Khijadiya bird Sanctuary belong?
Jamnagar
To which district does Taranga Mountain belong?
Mehsana
To which district does the Hingolgadh nature study sanctuary belong?
Rajkot
On the banks of which river does the city of Navsari dwell?
Poorna
Which special place is created at the end of the monsoon in the northern side of
Kachchh desert?
Surkhab nagar
In which district is the Jain pilgrimage Palitana?
Bhavnagar
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In which year did the Ahmedabad-Baroda Express highway start?
Year 2003
What is the other name for the river Mahi?
Mahisagar
Which two places are known as holy places at the meeting place of the rivers Narmada
and Orsang?
Chanod and Karnali
At the time of Navratri in which place is the Palli celebration held since Mahabharat
Period for Goddess Shakti?
Rupal
Which city is known as city of temples?
Palitana
Which part of Gujarat is known as the region of the rising Sun?
Dahod
Which folk dance is enjoyed by Koli community in Gohilvad in which they dance in
circles with broom stick, dusters, baskets etc.?
Dholo Rano
In which district is the pilgrimage called Bhalkatirth, where Lord Krishna breathed his
last, as per a belief?
Junagadh
Where Narayan Sarovar is situated, one of the five holy lakes of India in Gujarat?
Kachchh
How many districts in Gujarat does the tropic of Cancer cut across?
Four
In which district is the Geer national Garden?
Junagadh
Who wrote 'Mere to Girdhar Gopal...'?
Mirabai
Which island is in the bay of Khambhat?
Aliya Island
On the banks of which river does the city of Vankaner dwell?
Machchhu
On the banks of which river does the city of Rajkot dwell?
Aaji
To which place did historical personality – the elite, religious Jagdusha belong?
Kachchh
In which district Gujarat first Children Museum situated?
Amreli
What is the type of soil in South Gujarat?
Black and fertile soil
Which is the first children Museum in Gujarat?
Girdharbhai children Museum, Amreli
Where the Uttar Vahini rivers in Kachchh end?
In the desert of Kachchh
Which goddess' temple i son the mountain of Pavagadh?
Mahakali
What is the title of Mahatma Gandhi's autobiography?
Satya na Prayogo
Which part of Gujarat is known for high quality of cotton which gives long thread?
Kanam Region
Who started poems for children in Gujarati?
Poet Dalpatram
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Who is called 'Gujarati bhasha na jagrut chokidar' (an alert watch keeper of
Gujarati language)?
Narsinhrao Divetiya
In which city did poetess Mirabai spend the latter part of her life?
Dwarika
Who wrote, 'Jya jya vase ek Gujarati, tya tya sada kaal Gujarat'?
Poet Khabardar
What was the native of poet Premanand?
Vadodara
Who is called the father of Akhyan in Gujarati?
Poet Bhalan
On which river is the Gira Fall?
Ambika
Who started magazines like 'Young India', 'Harijan Bandhu', and 'Navjivan'?
M. K. Gandhi
How many lions are there in Gujarat as per the animal census 2010?
411
Who is known as Maan Bhatt and Gagariya Bhatt in Gujarati literature?
Premanand
Which place did Sahajanand Swami belong to?
Chhapaiya
Who did Narsinh Mehta write the Hundi to?
Shamalsha Sheth (Shri Krishna)
Who had written Shikshapatri that is so much respectfully followed by Swaminarayan sect?
Sahjanand Swami
Who has written 'Akhil Brahmand ma ek tu Shri Hari'?
Narsinh Mehta
Which region does Nal belong to in the play Nalakhyan by Premanand?
Naishadh
Which is the first film studio in Gujarat?
Lakshmi Studio, Vadodara
In which studio was Ramayan shot in Gujarat?
Vrundavadn Studio
Where is the known Lucky studio in Gujarat?
Halol
Which studio is situated in Umargam?
Vrundavan
What is the meaning of Lothal, a very importatnt Harappan site situated near Ahemdabad?
Mound of Dead
Ternetar fair, visited by many people even from abroad is a pilgremage of which Hindu God?
Shiv
Usually at what time do the lions roar?
In an hour after Sunset
Which is the biggest sanctuary in Gujarat?
Kachchh Desert Sanctuary
How many sanctuaries and national parks are there in Gujarat?
21 Sanctuaries and 4 National Parks
Where are Lion and Wild Ass found in Asia?
Gujarat
Which profession did Premanand take up for earning livelihood?
Maanbhatt
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What is the average life of an Asiatic lion?
12 to 15 Years
What is the area of Gir Sanctuary – home for the Asiatic lions that are the pride of Gujarat?
1153 Sq. k.m.
Which bird takes food with its head upside down?
Flemingo
How many types of reptiles are found in Gujarat?
107
How many types of marine tortoise are found in Gujarat?
Three
Which national marine park is situated in the bay of Kachchh?
Jamnagar Marine National Park
What is the weight of Asiatic lion?
150 to 170 kgs
Which is the first marine national park of India?
Jamnagar Marine National Park
How much is the approximate weight of the huge sperm whale that dwells in Arabic sea
at the coastline of Gujarat?
145 to 170 Tones
How many kg of food can an Asiatic lion have in a day?
30 kg.
Which animal was the national animal of India before the implementation of Project Tiger?
Lion
In which river are Smooth Indian Otter found?
Narmada
How many bears is it believed are there in Gujarat?
230 to 250
What is bear's favourite food?
Termite
In which forest area is Large Brown flying squirrel found?
In the Forests of Shurpaneshwar, South and Central Gujarat
According to 2006 census, what is the estimated number of leopards in Gujarat?
1070
Name the pilgrimage place situated in the forest of Geer, where ponds of hot water
is existed.
Tulsishyam
How many types of tortoise are found in Gujarat?
12
How many types of chameleon are found in Gujarat?
36
How many bird sanctuaries are there in Gujarat?
Five
Which birds from Cuckoo origin hatches its eggs on its own?
The Southern Sirkeer & the Common Crow
Name the Maurya ruler who got made stone inscriptions of 14 religious
commands (dharma-agnas) on Girnar Mountains.
King Ashok
In which forest area of Gujarat is the dotted wild Owlet found?
Vansda in district Daang
How many times in a second does Sunbirds flap its wings?
175 to 200 times
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In which bird's nest does Bapaiyo keep its eggs for getting them hatched?
Babblers
Which is the ideal time considered for seeing the woodpecker in Gujarat?
Early Morning
For which bird is it believed that it takes only rain water?
The Common Hawk
Which bird can only rest in the nest woven by its own self?
Swifts
Which birds weaves its nest in group and creates an entire bird city?
Swifts
Which bird flies the fastest?
Swifts
How many miles distance can the Swift bird cover in an hour?
100 Miles
What does the swift bird weave its nest with?
With its saliva
What is Wagtails known as in Kachchh because of its various colors?
Khatriyani
Which is the popular temple located in Sarangpur?
Hanumanji
Among the 51 Shaktipeeths in India, what is the name of Shaktipeeth in Gujarat?
Ambaji
In which district of Gujarat is Dholaveera, the centre of Harappan civilization situated?
Kuchchh
When did Siddhraj Jaysinh ascend the throne of Patan?
1096 A.D.
Which bird has the feathered plummet like peacock in Gujarat?
The Crested Hawk-Eagle
Name the fort of Junagadh that is worth site-seeing?
Uparkot
Name the mountain for the worship of which pilgrims come from far and wide.
Girnar
On the banks of which river is located the famous pilgrimage place called Surpaneshwar?
Narmada
The temple of which God is situated in Dakor?
Ranchhodrayji
Which queen of the Solanki dynasty had withdrawn the pilgrimage tax in view of
public opinion?
Queen Minaldevi
What is the name of headquarter of Kheda district?
Nadiyad
The pilgrimage place of Udwada belongs to which religion?
Parasi
How many years old is Kabeervad located in the Narmada river bank in Bharuch
district considered to be?
Almost 600 years
In which district is situated the unique architectural masterpiece of Heera Bhagol?
Dabhoi
In which district are the Shetrunjay Mountains located?
Bhavnagar
Name the head quarter of Banaskantha district.
Palanpur
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Name the district where the popular tourism place called Chorwad is situated in.
Junagadh
What is the name of the hill found in Surendranagar district?
Chotila
Pavagadh is located in which district.
Godhara
Which country is located in the north western frontier of Gujarat?
Pakistan
Where is the architectural structure, Rudra Mahalaya, the symbol of long and
flourishing rule of Solanki dynasty situated?
Siddhapur
The famous Ranki Vav is situated in which city of Gujarat?
Patan
On the banks of which river Pilgrimage place Nareshwar is situated?
Narmada
In whose memory was the Champaner Gate situated near Pavagadh built?
Champo Vaniyo
Pandit Omkarnath has contributed to which area of work?
Indian Traditional Music
Situated near Ahmedabad and Harappan culture port Lothal was established on the banks
of which river?
Bhogavo
Which district of Gujarat has only one taluka (block)?
Dang
On which river is located the Daantiwada irrigation scheme?
Banas
In which city is situated the Sahastraling Sarovar that was built by Siddhraj Jaysinh,
the most powerful king of Solanki dynasty?
Patan
Ravishankar Raval is noted for his contribution for what kind of work?
Paintings
Which Gujarati magician is popular all over the world?
K. Lal
From which place did the farmers begin the 'No Tax' non-violent struggle under
the leadership of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
Bardoli
What is the name of the Ashram founded by Gandhiji in South Africa?
Tolstoy Farm
Which National award was conferred on Pannalal Patel for 'Maanvi ni Bhavai'?
Gyanpith
In which district is the Arasur Hill Range situated?
Banaskantha
The great poet Narmad who wrote 'Jai Jai Garvi Gujarat' hailed from which city of Gujarat?
Surat
In which district of Gujarat and surrounded by natural beauty is located the princely city
of Rajpipla?
Narmada
Besides Nal Sarovar, which animal national park is situated in Ahmedabad?
Thol Bird Sanctuary
How many nails does a lion have in its four feet?
18 nails
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In which city of Gujarat, the shooting of popular T.V. serial Ramayana was done?
Umargam
What is the acronym of milk producers cooperative situated in Kheda district?
AMUL
Where the Damanganaga river located is?
South Frontier of Gujarat
Which animal of the horse family can be seen only in Gujarat in India?
Wild Ass
Which animal in Gujarat is known as the 'Guard of the Forest'?
Sambar
How many gulfs can be found in Gujarat?
Two
Ahmedabad is on the bank of which river?
Sabarmati
Where in Gujarat is located the first marine park of the country?
Jamnagar
The coast-line of Gujarat is ranked at which place in India?
First
In the population of which bird among the following does Gujarat rank second in India?
Sarus Crane
In which place in Gujarat was found the fossils of the biggest set of dinosaur eggs?
Kachchh
Which ruler's stone-inscriptions in Gujarat contain rules for protecting animal life?
Stone Inscription of Asoka
Which is the biggest Sanctuary in India?
Desert of Kachchh
The animal which was formerly a National Animal can be seen only in Gujarat. Which is
that animal?
Lion
Which district in Gujarat has the longest area of forest?
Dang
Which species of trees are seen the most in Gujarat?
Prosopis Juliflora
Which is the smallest sanctuary in Gujarat?
Paniya
Which is the largest bird sanctuary in India?
Nal Sarovar
Where is the banyan tree known as 'Rana Pratap Vad' located in Gujarat?
Sabarkantha
Where in Gujarat is the tree known as the 'Walking mango tree' located?
Sanjan
The sound of the barking of which animal in Gujarat is similar to that of the dog?
Barking Deer
In which district is Bardo hill located?
Porbandar
Name the creator of the Gujarati literature's very famous characters ‘Miya Fuski’ &
‘Tabha Bhatt’.
Jivram Joshi
Pilgrimage centre of which goddess is situated on the mountain Pavagadh in
Panchmahal district?
Mahakali Mata
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In India what is the rank of Gujarat for population of leopards?
Second
What is rank of Gujarat in India for the population of vultures?
First
Which Indian State covers the largest cost line area?
Gujarat
Which is the tallest animal among the following animals seen Gujarat?
Blue Bull
Which famous lake is situated in Dwarka?
Gopi Lake
In the Ahmedabad city, which was known as a Manchester of the east, how many mills
were functioning?
265
Where is the pilgrimage Tulsishyam is located?
Junagadh
Which area of Gujarat Alphonso is very famous?
Valsad
In which year Mahatma Gandhi performed Dandi March and breaks the evil law of 'Salt'?
1930
In Which year Britishers establish their trading centre at Surat?
1618 A.D.
Iron Man Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel got the title of 'Sardar' after which freedom movement?
Bardoli Satyagrah
Which river of Gujarat is known for pilgrimage (Parikrama)?
Narmda
Before Independence which kings were ruling on Vadodara?
Gaekwads
Name the rular who gave the Vadodara City its identity as a 'Sanskanagari'.
Sayajirao Gaekwad
Parsis came to Sanjan port in which century?
10th Century
Give the name of historic city situated at the foothills of Pavagadh?
Champaner
How many species of vulture can be seen in Gujarat?
7
The Bandhani of which city of Gujarat is the most popular in India?
Jamnagar
What was the original name of Swami Dayanand Saraswati?
Mulshankar
What did the area of Lothal (located in the present-day district of Ahmedabad) function
as during the days of Harappan Civilisation?
Port of Harappan Civilization
Through the union of which two rivers is the river Sabarmati formed?
Sabar and Hathmati
Which mosque in Ahmedabad has the world famous carved screen that is also used as a
logo for the city of Ahmedabad?
The carved screen of Sidi Saiyad
In Gujarat, which river's volume is larger than the volumes of all other rivers put together?
Narmada
Which animal is the prime attraction of the small desert of Kutch?
Wild Ass
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Gold and silver ornaments made in which cities of Gujarat are exported to countries
in Europe and America?
Rajkot and Bhuj
Which sailor from Kutch showed the famous Portuguese sailor Vasco De Gama the way
from Africa to India?
Kanji Malam
Which deity do the people in the coastal areas of Gujarat worship?
Vahanvati Mata
Name the two naturally-occurring ports in Gujarat.
Okha and Port Victor
In which place in Gujarat were the first remains of the ancient Harappan civilisation found?
Rangpur (Dist. Ahmedabad)
In which year was town of Lothal the archaeologically important site of
Harappan civilisation, found?
1954
How deep is the step well in Patan built by Udaymati, wife of Bhimdev the First?
Seven floors
Which year was Mahatma Gandhi born in?
1869 AD (Porbandar)
When did Gandhiji say the words ‘I will die the death of crows and dogs but I will not return
to the ashram without winning independence’?
Before Dandi March
What did Kavi Premanand pledge to do until the language of Gujarati gained as
much prominence as Hindi?
Not to wear a turban
Whose continuing support did Bhakt Jalaram have to run a charitable kitchen forthe public?
His wife
Which city of Gujarat has the largest palace?
Vadodara-Lakshmi Vilas Palace
Where is the Dudhsarita Dairy located?
Bhavnagar
Which poet called Surat a 'Golden Idol' (Sona Ni Murat)?
Narmad
Which is the most well known dairy of Surat?
Sumul Dairy
In which district of Gujarat is the Dudhsagar Dairy located?
Mehsana
What is the name of the dairy in Gujarat which is associated with the name of one
district and a river ?
Banas Dairy
Where in Gujarat is the Amul Dairy which meets the demand for milk and milk products
all over India located?
Anand
In which city of Gujarat is the Sabar Dairy located?
Himmatnagar
In which district of Kutch is the Hamirsar Lake located?
Bhuj
Which lake located in the Vadodara district has been developed as a tourists' place?
Ajawa Lake
Which mountain range is spread across the Valsad district?
Parnera
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In which district of Gujarat the highest cultivation of paddy is carried out?
Valsad
Which district in Gujarat has the highest number of talukas?
Junagadh
In which city of North Gujarat were Bandhni handicrafts produced?
Pethapur
How much does Gujarat measure from north to south?
590 kms
Where in Gujarat was indigo produced in large quantities?
Sarkhej, Ahmedabad
Which district is Kadiyo Hill in?
Bharuch
Name the suburb in Ahmedabad famous by day for its market of goldsmiths and
the fragrances of various food cuisines by night.
Manekchowk
Where in Gujarat are valuable minerals like zinc copper and lead found?
Ambaji
Which famous personality of Gujarat has the town of Vallabh Vidyanagar been named after?
Sardar Vallabhhbhai Patel
Which destination of pilgrimage near Junagadh are innumerable basil plants found in?
Tulsishyam
What was the name of the spring in Junagadh where Narsinh Mehta went to wash everyday?
Damodar Kund
Which Indian state is a national leader in the production of milk?
Gujarat
What does GCMMF stand for?
Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation
Where in Gujarat is the Tata Chemicals plant located?
Mithapur
Where in Gujarat are remarkable objects made on a large scale from carnelian?
Khambhat
Where in Gujarat are most of the textile mills located?
Surat
What does BRTS stand for?
Bus Rapid Transit System
Which industrial area is located near Surat?
Hajira
Which industry is the city of Porbandar chiefly famous for?
Cement industry
Which industry is the city of Veraval famous for?
Rayon industry
Which park has the government set up in Ahmedabad and Surat to promote the
textile industry of Gujarat?
Apparel Park
Which new port has developed at the delta of the river Tapi?
Magdalla
Where is the lignitebased power station in Kutch located?
Panandhro
Name the dairy in Gujarat that was set up with the help of UNICEF.
AMUL
In which district of Gujarat is the Mother Dairy located?
Gandhinagar
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Which city is famous for the Jirdoshi Work of Gujarat?
Surat
Which industries are the areas of Sihor and Vadhvan known for?
Bronze vessels and snuff
Where near Ahmedabad has a glass industry developed?
Nadiad
In the garment industry, what is Ahmedabad known as?
Denim City of India
Which city of Gujarat has the BRTS service been launched in?
Ahmedabad
Which district is Gujarat's leading producer of dairy products?
Mehsana
On the banks of which river is Gujarat River Front Project coming up?
Sabarmati
Which district is Gujarat's largest wind farm located in?
Jamnagar
Where in Gujarat has India's largest Solar Pond been set up?
Bhuj (Kutch) and Lamba (Jamnagar)
Where in Gujarat is the Indian Petrochemicals industrial complex located?
Jawaharnagar (Vadodara)
Where does Gujarat rank in India's biogas production?
Second
Where in Gujarat are stainless steel utensils produced on a large scale?
Navsari
Where was Gujarat's first wind energy project established?
Mandvi (Kutch)
When was the Ajanta Clock Co. established, and by whom?
1971 AD – Odhavjibhai Patel
Who founded the wall clock-manufacturing industry in Morbi?
Babubhai Mistry
Which mineral is found in the Amba hill in the district of Vadodara?
Flourspar
Which is the largest cooperative facility for manufacturing fertilisers?
KRIBHCO (Hajira)
In the diamond industry, which European city does the 'Diamond City' Surat compete with?
Antwerp
How much equity capital was the Lijjat Papad unit started with?
Rs. 80
What does GFCC stand for?
Gujarat Fisheries Central Cooperative Association
Which district of Gujarat has a centre for breeding sheep?
Patan
Where is Gujarat's shipping yard?
Hajira
Which is India's most ultra-modern dairy?
Mother Dairy (Gandhinagar)
Where are the largest coconut plantations in Gujarat?
Chorwad
What is Gujarat's contribution to India's total production of soda ash?
90%
Where was Gujarat's first oil refinery established?
Koyli
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When was Ahmedabad Electricity founded?
1913 AD
Which is India's first private port?
Pipavav
Where does Gujarat rank in electricity production in India?
Third
Which is Gujarat's financial capital?
Ahmedabad
When AMUL dairy founded was?
1946
What does GSPCL stand for?
Gujarat State Petroleum Corporation Ltd.
Where are the headquarters of NDDB (National Dairy Development Board)located?
Anand
Which city of Gujarat is the school for fishing industry located?
Veraval
Where is a private airport located in Gujarat?
Mithapur
When did the BRTS service in Ahmedabad start?
2009
Which state introduced the first bio-diesel state transport buses in India?
Gujarat
Which state has the largest rail network in the western zone of railways?
Gujarat
Who founded Ahmedabad Electricity?
Smith Klick Nixon Co.
In whose memory a fair is organized in Kachchh?
Saint Mekran dada
Who was the initiator of the folk art – Bhavai?
Asait Thakar
Who constructed the step well of Adalaj; in which year?
Rani Rudabai, 1477
Who was the first chief Minister of Saurashtra region after the Independence?
Uchchhangrai Dhebar
Who was the first Gujarati Filed Marshall of Indian Army?
General Manekshaw
Who established Ahmedabad Textile Labour Association?
Mahatma Gandhi
Who made the first government of Gujarat take its oath?
Ravishankar Maharaj
Which Archeaologist found out the memoirs of Hadappa civilization in Lothal?
Dr. S. R. Rao
Where is the famous temple of Santram Maharaj?
Nadiyad
Name the Indian hostel that the freedom fighter Shyamji Krishna Varma set up in London.
India House
Who gave the title of 'Gujarat's Maha Amatya'to Vastupal?
Raja Visaldev Vaghela
What was the original name of Rang Avdhoot Maharaj?
Panduranga Viththala Valame
Which saint built the abode known as Satadhar?
Saint Apa Giga Bapu
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Who established the MahudiJain pilgrimage?
Acharya Budhdhisagarji
Where did Bajarangdas Bapa breathe his last?
Bagdana
Who was the first Gujarati who started the printing press?
Durgaram Mehta
Who was the first lexicographer of Gujarati language?
Poet Narmad
Who got Mahatma Gandhi Kirti Mandir constructed in Porbandar?
Shri Nanji Kalidas Mehta
Who constructed the architecturally known Jumma Masjid in Ahmedabad?
Ahmedshah Badshah
Who set up 'Majur Mahajan Sangh'?
Mahatma Gandhi
Who established Jyotisangh?
Mrudula Sarabhai
When and where was the school of meteorology established?
1947, Ahmedabad
Where is Sardar Patel University situated, that contributes significantly in the field
of education?
Vallabh Vidyanagar
Who was spiritual guide of Mahatma Gandhi?
Shrimad Rajchandra
Name the children litterateur from Gujarat who is known as 'Muchchali Maa'.
Gijubhai Badheka
Which organizations were set up by educationalist Nanabhai Bhatt for rural education
and for education for all?
Gram Dakshinamurti – Ambla and Lokbharti – Sanosara
Who was the first and foremost initiator of revolution in Gujarat?
Maharshi Arvind
Who was educating Kasturba in the jail?
Purnimaben Pakwasa
Who got the honour of being called 'Kali Kaal Sarvagna' in the reign of the famous
Solanki King Siddharaj Jaysinh?
Hemchandracharya
Who Gandhiji considered as his fifth child?
Jamnalal Bajaj
Who made the luxurious Laxmivilas Palace in Baroda?
Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad
Who was the first Indian president of Ahmedabad Municipal corporation
before Independence?
Raobahadur Ranchhodlal Chhotalal
Who established Ahmedabad Education Society?
Kasturbhai Lalbhai
Whose visionary academic sense resulted into AMA, IIM and PRL in Gujarat?
Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
Who started the Radio Centre in Gujarat for the first time?
Maharaha Sayajirao Gaekwad-Baroda
Who was the first Gujarati appointed as a President of the Independent India's
first constitutional Assembly?
Ganesh Vasudev Mavlankar
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Who was the first speaker of the Independent India's first Assembly?
Ganesh Vasudev
Name the actor of Gujarati theatre who enlivened the female characters on stage.
Jayshankar ‘Sundari’
On which river is the Dantiwada dam constructed?
Banas River
Who established the Ved Mandirs in Gujarat?
Swami Gangeshwaranandji
Which Gujarati litterateur first went to England?
Mahipatram Neelkanth
At which place is the first Oil fields of Gujarat situated?
Lunej
Which river has the Gira Falls?
Ambika
For which companies did Gandhiji defended in the court of Law in South Africa?
Dada Abdulla & Co.
Which is the famous beach near Surat?
Dummas
Which city is known as the city of flowers in Gujarat?
Palanpur
Which is Gujarat's advanced port in Kachchh?
Mundra
Near which district are the famous Pirotan Islands in Saurashtra?
Jamnagar
Which is the famous step well in Junagadh?
Adi kadi step well
Into which other two rivers do the waters of Narmada merge?
Sabarmati and Saraswati
How many principal dams in Gujarat?
Five
Across which states does the river Narmada flow?
Madhyapradesh, Maharashtra and Gujarat
Where is the Sikka thermal power station in Gujarat?
Jamnagar
Which district of Gujarat has the maximum number of check dams?
Rajkot
Which dam is considered as the Mega project in Gujarat?
Ukai Dam
Who set up the Maun Mandir?
Pujya shri Mota
To which freedom fighter did Gandhiji allow to keep weapons?
Purnimaben Pakwasa
Who set up Gujarati Sahitya Parishad?
Ranjitram Vavabhai Mehta
Which atomic scientist from Gujarat got international fame?
Dr. Homi Bhabha
Which poet has the pen name called 'Ushnas'?
Natwarlal Pandya
Who set up Sabar Dairy?
Bholabhai Khodidas Patel
Poet Rajendra Shah has been awarded by which National Award?
Gnanpeeth Award
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Who has set up the idol of goddess Mahakali in Pavagadh?
Sage Vishwamitra
Who started 'Indian Sociologist' daily in London?
Shyamji Krishna Varma
In 1849, who published the first Gujarati weekly?
Alexander Kinlok Forbes
Who has translated Shakespeare's Hamlet in Gujarati in Prithvi prosodic style?
Hansa Mehta
Who gave the first comic novel in Gujarati?
Ramanlal Neelkanth
Who has written Gujarati novel 'Saraswatichandra'?
Govardhanram Tripathi
Which famous Gujarati industrialist set up Calico Mill?
Ambalal Sarabhai
Who received the first M.A. degree in Gujarat?
Ambalal Sankarlal Desai
Who is renowned Bhil female singer in Gujarat?
Diwaliben Bhil
Who is known as Daang's Grandmother?
Purnimaben Pakwasa
What was the original name of the famous Hindi film actor Sanjeev Kumar?
Harilal Jhariwala
Who set up the first modern dyestuff company in India?
Kasturbhai Lalbhai
Which minister of Bhavanagar is remembered till date for his sharp intellect and
public welfare works?
Prabhashankar Pattani
On the banks of which river is the famous Dwarka temple situated?
Gomti River
Who was the first Gujarati to become the chief justice at the Supreme Court of India?
Harilal Kaniya
Which is the island in bay of Khambhat?
Aaliya Island
Which is the group of coral islands near Jamnagar in Kachchh, in Gujarat?
Pirotan
Which are the most special of the migratory birds that come to Nal Sarovar in winter?
Flamingo
Who made Ajwa Dam constructed?
Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad
Which is the tallest mountain peak in Gujarat?
Gorakhnath-Girnar
Which place near Ambaji is known for its Marble carving?
Kumbhariya Dera
Which port in Gujarat has been developed as free trade zone?
Kandala
Who was the first Chancellor of Gujarat Vidyapeeth?
Mahatma Gandhi
What is full form of CEPT?
Centre for Environment Planning and Technology
Which institute was active in Gujarat for preserving ancient handwritten books?
Farbas Gujarati Sabha
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What is full form of ATIRA?
Ahmedabad Textile Industries and Research Association
Who was the first female Vice chancellor of Gujarat?
Hansa Mehta
Where is the first Law University of Gujarat situated?
Gandhinagar
In Which year Ahmedabad's Bhadra Fort built?
1411 A.D.
Who was the first Mayor of Ahmedabad?
Chinubhai Chimanbhai Beronet
Who got the Nij Mandir constructed of Dwarikadhish?
Vrajnabh
When was Gujarat University established?
In 1949
Who was the first Muslim King appointed in Gujarat?
Tatarkhan
Which is the Institute in Ahmedabad for Plasma Research?
Plasma research Institute, Gandhinagar
Which is the reputed old time Law Institute in Gujarat?
Shri L A Shah Law College, Ahmedabad
Where did the first female polytechnic in Gujarat start?
Ahmedabad – 1964
Where is the National Institute of Fashion Technology situated in Gujarat?
Gandhinagar
Where is the National Institute of Fashion Technology situated in Gujarat?
Gandhinagar
Who all started the first Law college of Gujarat?
Sardar Patel, Kasturbhai Lalbhai, Purushottam Mavlankar
Who established Dakshinamurti (Dist. Bhavnagar) education Institute?
Nanabhai Bhatt
Which Institute works in Ahmedabad for making the disabled people selfsustainable?
Apang Manav Mandal
Which Economist from Gujarat was an Administrator in London School of Economics?
Dr. I G Patel
Which king got the titles like 'Barbarakjishnu' and 'Avantinath'?
Siddharaj Jaysinh
Which scientist inspired the former president of India and technocrat APJ Abdul Kalam?
Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
Where was Aacharya Aanandshankar Dhruv born?
Ahmedabad
Where was the father of Indian Industries Jamshedji Tata born?
Navsari
Who established 'Harijan Sewak Sangh'?
Gandhiji
Like the dacoit Valiya turning into a saint called Valmiki, which dacoit in Kachchh
then became a saint?
Jesal Jadeja
Where was Rang Avdhoot Maharaj born?
Godhra
What is the name of the series by Saint Punit Maharaj?
Gyan Gangotri
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When was Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University established?
In 1997
On the banks of which river does the city of Valsad dwell?
Auranga
When does Gujarat get the retreating monsoon?
October and November
Where is the Chitra- Vichitra Fair organized in Gujarat?
Gunbhakhari (Taluka - Khedbrahma)
Which renowned space research centre is proud of Ahmedabad?
Indian Space Application Centre
Which part of Kachchh is known as the Green region?
Mundra
What is must visit In Vaghai, for Botanical cultivation and research?
Vaghai Botanical Garden
Which is the last railway station on Gujarat's southern border?
Umargam
Name the Union territory regions in Gujarat.
Diu, Daman, Dadra and Nagar Haveli
In which city of Gujarat did the first electric crematory start?
Jamnagar
Which is the most populated city in Gujarat?
Ahmedabad
On the banks of which river does the city of Rajkot dwell?
Bhadar
Where exactly is the Kandla port situated in Gujarat?
Kachchh
Which part of Gujarat does Tropic of Cancer cut across?
In North Gujarat
Which is the greenest region of Gujarat?
South Gujarat
Which Gujarati city is famous for its Halvasan and Suttarfeni?
Khambhat
In which area of Gujarat are lagoons created?
On the coast line of Kachchh
What is the name of the biggest island in Nal Sarovar?
Panvad
Where does Taapi enter into Gujarat from?
Haranfal
Where is the origin of the river Sabarmati?
Dhebar Sarovar- Rajasthan
On which river is Dholi Dhaja dam constructed?
Bhogavo
Which filed has Ramanlal Soni contributed to?
Children literature
Which is the famous tourist beguiling place in the middle of Kankaria lake?
Naginawadi
Where is Bapa Sitaram Ashram situated?
Bagdana
Who was the first Deputy Prime Minister of India?
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Who set up the city of Bhavnagar?
Maharaja Bhavsinhji Gohil
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Which spiritual poet are Tana and Riri related to?
Poet Narsinh Mehta
Name the freedom fighter, who set up Rutambhara Vidyapeeth that provides education
to girls in district Daang.
Purnimaben Pakwasa
Who was the promoter of Panchayati Raj in Gujarat?
Balwantrai Mehta
Who published first Gujarati Weekly 'Shri Mumbai na Samachar'?
Fardoonji Marzbaan
In whose name is the Hyderabad National Police Academy set up?
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Which Gujarati was the first Defence head in independent India?
General Rajendrasinhji
Who is given the credit of constructing grammar of Gujarati language?
Hemchandracharya
For the rights of Indians in South Africa, along with the 'Satyagraha', what newspaper
did Gandhiji start out?
Indian Opinion
Which is the famous beach near Valsad?
Teethal
Which district of Gujarat has the Purna Sanctuary?
Dang
Which is the tallest mountain peak in Kachchh?
Kalo hill
Where are windmill electricity farms in Gujarat?
Okha, Mandavi, Lamba
Which dam is in the city of Morbi?
Machchhu Dam
What was the original name of Pujya Mota?
Chunilal Asharam Bhavsar
Which district is co vered by Charotar region?
Kheda
Where is the Quant Fair organized?
Chhota Udepur
Which district of Gujarat takes maximum crop of the famous Kesar Mangoes?
Junagadh
On the banks of which river is the famous pilgrimage Somnath situated?
Hiran
Which museum in Baroda is known for its rarest collection?
Maharaja Fatehsinh Museum
How many districts of Gujarat has coastline?
12
How many districts are there in Saurashtra region?
Seven
Which is the first hill station in Gujarat that has been systematically developed as
per tourism planning?
Saputara
Which rivers make the land of Bharuch and Surat district fertile?
Narmada and Taapi
What is the 'Palash' tree (Butea Monosperma) known as in the local dialect in North Gujarat?
Kesudo
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Which district has maximum number of rivers?
Kachchh
Which place in Gujarat has the coral farms for the business production of pearls?
Sikka
Which mineral is found in the hot water streams in Tuwa?
Sulpher
In which part of Gujarat a special variety of banana – cardamom banana is grown?
Chorwad
Water of which river in Gujarat is more appropriate for the tie-dye art?
Bhadar
Which tourist beguiling beach in Gujarat is known as 'Virgin beach'?
Diu
What is another name of the pilgrimage Betdwarka?
Bet shankhodar
Which city in Gujarat is known as city of Gardens?
Gandhinagar
Where does Gujarat Tourism Department organize the summer festival every year?
Saputara
What is Kharaghoda known for?
Salt
Where is the one and only Marine National Park Sanctuary in Gujarat?
Jamnagar
Which is the least populated district of Gujarat?
Daang
To which district does the very famous pilgrimage Ambaji belong?
Banaskantha
On which river is the dam Kankrapaar constructed?
Taapi
What is the head centre of newly constituted district called Narmada?
Rajpipla
On which river is the dam Kadana constructed?
Mahi
What is Atira known for? Where is it?
Textile Research- Ahmedabad
Name the principal rivers of Gujarat.
Sabarmati, Mahi, Narmada and Taapi
Which state produces maximum crops of ground nuts in India?
Gujarat
Where is Gujarat's prime irrigation project set up?
Daman-ganga
Which grain crops are taken Maximum in Gujarat?
Millet
In which district in Gujarat do the Adivasis – tribal inhabit in maximum number?
Panchmahal
What is Gujarat's ranking in terms of area in India?
7th
In which district does the teak wood grow Maximum?
Valsad
Which district of Gujarat gets minimum rains?
Kachchh
Where is the Hingolgadh sanctuary that is known for the study of Nature?
Jasdan
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Where is the Surpaneshwar Sanctuary that is known for its Fauna?
Dediyapada
Whose poetic lines are 'Sinh ne shastra sha! Veer ne mrutyu sha'?
Poet Nahnalal
Who was the last king of Chavda Dynasty in Gujarat?
Samant Sinh
Name the first ruler of Solanki dynasty.
Mulraj Solanki
In which script is the rock edict of Girnar engraved?
Brahmi
Which city of Gujarat is known as Saksharnagari?
Nadiyad
When and where in Gujarat did the first sewage line set up?
Ahmedabad-1890
Which Gujarati leader was awarded by Bharat Ratna and was twice made the working
prime minister of India?
Gulzarilal Nanda
Which river of Gujarat gets a mention in the Rigveda?
Saraswati
Which national organization was set up by Ramanlal Neelkanth in the name of Gujarat?
Gujarat Sabha
Where was the patriot Shyamji Krushna Varma born?
Mandavi
What is the ancient name of Khambhat?
Stambha teerth
Which was the main port in Gujarat at the time of Mughal dynasty?
Surat
During which period did the Budhdhism spread in Gujarat?
Maurya Period
Which was the first princely state in India that got merged into the Government
after independence?
Bhavnagar
Who set up Anhilpur Patan?
Vanraj Chavda
During the reign of which king was Rani ni Vaav constructed?
Bhimdev the first
During which dynasty was the Somnath temple renovated?
Solanki Period
Where is the famous fair for animals organized in Gujarat?
Vautha
Which was the first city found in Gujarat that belongs to the Harappan civilization?
Rangpur
Which is the biggest oil sector in Gujarat?
Ankleshwar
Which king's reign in Gujarat is known as the Golden period?
Sidhdharaj Jaysinh
Which movement take place for independent Gujarat?
Maha Gujarat movement
Which Special Economic Zone (SEZ) of Gujarat is now in the world's top ten SEZs list?
Dahej SEZ
Where was litterateur B. K. Thakor born?
Bharuch
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Who called the language spoken in Gujarat as 'Gujarati'?
Premanand
Where does the Bhavnath fair get organized in Gujarat?
Junagadh
Which poet shaped the genre of ‘Akhyan’ in Gujarati literature?
Premanand
Which part of Mahabharata is the Tarnetar fair held in Gujarat associated with?
Draupadi Swayamvar
Name the palace in Gondal which is known for its architecture.
Navlakha Palace
Which city in Gujarat is known for the Akik work?
Khambhat
Which place in Gujarat is one of the four pilgrimages in India?
Dwarka
What was the tenure of Maha Gujarat Movement that took place for independence
of Gujarat?
1956 to 1960
Which site is being now promoted by Gujarat for the world heritage status?
Dholavira
Which was the first Satyagrah in Gujarat at the time of independence movement?
Kheda Satyagraha
Which lake was created after constructing the dam on the river Meshwo?
Shyaam Sarovar
What was the slogan that Ravishankar Maharaj gave?
Ghasaine ujala thaie Who wrote the diary, 'Day to Day Gandhi'?
Mahadevbhai Desai
Which scheme did ex. CM Keshubhai Patel start off for rural development?
Gokulgram Scheme
Who set up Gujarat Vidyapeeth?
Mahatma Gandhi
What is Gandhiji's Samadhi known as?
Rajghat
Whose tomb is called Abhayghat in Ahmedabad?
Morarji Desai
Which Gujarati female participated in Bardoli Satyagraha?
Manibahen Patel
Who took the leadership of opposing foreign fabrics and liquor shops in Ahmedabad?
Mrudula Sarabhai
Who was the first speaker of state assembly?
Kalyanji Mehta
Which king of Gujarat was an adopted child?
Sayajirao Gaekwad
What was the first asphalt road in Ahmedabad and when?
Richie Road - Gandhi road, in 1872
Which Gujarati first designed the national flag of India?
Madam Bhikhaiji Cama
How many shiv temples are there at the bank of Sahastraling Lake?
1008
Which scripture in the history of Gujarat got maximum repute?
Sidhdhahem-shabdanushasan
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When and where was Sardar Patel Smarak Bhavan set up?
1980, Ahmedabad
Which book did Ravishankar Maharaj make reach to every household in Gujarat
while fighting for Swaraj?
Hind Swaraj
In which year was a war waged against Pakistan following the problem of borders
in Kachchh?
1965
Which metal was Maximum used by the people of Indus civilization?
Bell metal
During which dynasty did the word 'Gujarat' become popular?
Solanki Period
Mention the two gifts by Harappan civilization to the world.
The City planning and Sewage system
Which religion was liked by the King of the Solanki dynasty Kumarpal?
Jainism
What was the Saurashtra known as in ancient times?
Surashtra
Where did Sayajirao Gaekwad start with free and compulsory education?
Amreli
Who has written the novel Socrates?
Manubhai Pancholi Darshak
Which chief minister of Gujarat died while in flight at the time of 1965 war against Pakistan?
Balwantrai Mehta
Who was the first female minister of Gujarat?
Indumatiben Sheth
When was IIM started in Ahmedabad which is known all over for management education?
1962
Which magazine was started by Shyamji Krushna Varma?
Indian Sociologist
Who translated Gandhiji's autobiography in English?
Mahadevbhai Desai
Which awards has Morarji Desai received from India and Pakistan?
Bharat Ratna and Nishan-e-Pakistan
Which Gujarati introduced Antyodaya Scheme for eradication of poverty?
Babubhai Jashbhai Patel
Which Gujarati minister presented the budget in the centre for the maximum times
(8 times)?
Morarji Desai
During which period was Ahmedabad the capital of Gujarat?
1960 to 1970
When did Panchayati Raj Rule come in to action/implemented?
1st April-1963
Who established Rajkot district?
Vibhoji Jadeja
When was the Bhadra fort built in Ahmedabad?
in 1411
What is the only heritage route in Gujarat called?
Dandi heritage route
Which old temple is there in the Bhujiya fort in Bhuj?
Bhujang temple
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Where does the only heritage route in Gujarat go?
From Sabarmati Ashram to Dandi
On the banks of which river is the city Sidhdhapur which was the Shiv pilgrimage at the
time of Solanki age?
Saraswati
How many Assembly seats are there in Gujarat?
182
In which city in Kachchh are the architecturally and historically important Prag Palace and
Aaina Palace situated?
Bhuj
How many seats are there in Parliament?
26
Where is the biggest Botonical Garden situated in Gujarat?
Vaghai
Which University has the biggest set up in Gujarat?
Gujarat University- Ahmedabad
What is the meaning of Somnath Temple?
The Protector of Moon
Which is the largest irrigation plant in Gujarat?
Sardar Sarovar Narmada Yojana
Where is the world's largest Grass root refinery situated in Gujarat?
Jamnagar
When did calculation of population begin in Gujarat?
In 1872
Which person of Mahatma Gandhi family has written the biography of Sardar
Vallabhbhai Patel?
Rajmohan Gandhi
Where is the Bird Sanctuary is located in Jamnagar district of Gujarat?
Maha Ganga Sanctuary
Where is the National Sanctuaries of Neel Cow Located in Gujarat?
Palanpur
How long is the Adalaj step well?
84 meters
Which event in Gujarat got attention of the entire world in 1930?
Dandi March
Who declared Gujarat information technology policy?
Keshubhai Patel
What is Gandhiji's native Porbandar also known as?
Sudamapuri
Who was the last Muslim emperor in Gujarat?
Muzzaffar Shah the third
What was Gujarat part of till 30th April 1960?
State of Bruhad Mumbai
Which year the Ellis Bridge that has yet not got eroded was constructed in Ahmedabad?
1889
What did Sidhdharaj Jaysinh get known as after winning over Malwa?
Avantinath
When was Gujarat Vidyapeeth set up?
1920
How many Indian states sharing its border with Gujarat?
Three
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In whose memory is the new State assembly building named?
Viththalbhai Patel
How many representatives from Gujarat attend the Rajyasabha?
11
Who was the first chief minister of Gujarat from tribal community?
Amarsinh Chaudhari
Who got Jama Masjid in Ahmedabad built?
Badshah Ahmedshah
Name the first daily in Gujarati.
Mumbai Samachar
Which village near Khedbrahmma, is the chitra vichitra fair held?
Gunbhakhari
Which place in Kutch is famous for museum of Kutchhi Art?
Anjar
Which plateau of Gujarat bears the look of a Tortoise back?
Saurashtra
Who built the navel ports in present days Damn & Dadra, Nagar Haveli?
The Portuguese
Which district of Gujarat has a utensil Museum?
Jamnagar
Which mammal has shown a tremendous increase in its population, in Gujarat State?
Nilgai
Which typical Gujarati folk dance attempts a large audience together at the
Bhavnath festival of Gujarat?
Bhavai
In which month is the dance festival of Modhera hold?
January
Which navigator visited Gujarat in the last phase of Chaulukya king?
Marco polo
Which is the three social oldest extant Palaces in Baroda?
Nazar Baugh Palace
Which place in Gujarat is known as 'The Gateway of Hind'?
Khambhat
From which century the state got identity as 'Gujarat'?
14th Century
Which crop plays a vital role in the economy of Saurashtra region in Gujarat?
Groundnut
Which port of Gujarat is referred to as 'Bandar-e-Mubarak'?
Surat
Which mode of transport plays a crucial role in Gujarat's economy?
Sea ways
Which Greek sailor resided in Bharuch for many years?
Periplus
Which place in Kachchh is famous for the temples of Goddess Modheswari and Ashapura?
Tera Village
Which village of Kachchh is declared on 'heritage village' by the Government of India?
Tera Village
Where did Guru Nanak stay in Kuchcha?
Lakhpat
Which river of Gujarat is named after the Union Territory?
Daman Ganga
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Which bird is called the royal bird of Gujarat State?
Flamingo
How many municipal corporations are there in Gujarat?
85
Which city of Gujarat Shivaji looted for three times to harm Mughals economically?
Surat
Which Sanctuary in Gujarat is famous for Leopard and Chinkara's preservation?
Vansda Sanctuary
What is the average temperature of Gujarat?
27.5°C.
In which district of Gujarat we find marvelous wooden work?
Prabhas Patan
How many hills are there in 'Gir' in Gujarat?
643
At which places are the Seismographs kept in Gujarat?
Rajkot and Vadodara
Which organization has taken steps to study and preserve the wild creatures?
Gujarat wild life Society
Which lake is formed by a volcano on Pavagarah hill in Gujarat?
Dudhiya talav
By which project the water is being provided to the Kachch district?
Sardar Sarovar Narmada Project
In which district Narmada meets the gulf of Khambhat?
Bharuch
Which University of Gujarat has 2nd Rank in Asia?
M S University
In which District river Tapi meets the Gulf of Khambhat?
Surat
Which two dams are built on the river Tapi?
Kakrapar & Ukai
Where is the maximum textile industries located in Gujarat?
Surat
Who established the Asia's 2nd ranked M S University of Baroda?
Maharaja Sayajiro Gaikwad
Where did the first Cloth Market start in Gujarat?
Ahmedabad
Which place is the main centre of the Jain style paintings?
Patan
When did Amul Dairy start?
In 1946
Where is the Lili Parikrama fair held in Gujarat?
At foot hills of Girnar
How much area is covered by the biggest agricultural Garden of Gujarat at Vaghai?
2.41 Sq.km
Among twelve Jyotirling which place has the biggest 'Jyotirling' in Gujarat?
Somnath
Which palace of princely state of Gondal was built in 18th Century?
Naulakha palace
Which palace was built in 1907 at Wankaner?
Ranjit Vilas palace
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Which city in Gujarat has a university having the second largest dome in India after that
of Bijapur?
M S University-Vadodara
By what name is the heavy carvings wove by Rabaris known?
Todaliya
In which year did Chandrachud established the rule of Chudasama tribes in Saurashtra?
875 AD
By defeating whom Sajan, a Governor appointed by Sidhraj Jaysinh establish a rule of
Patan over Sorath in 1113 Ad?
Ra' Khengar the Second
When Sher Khan Babi established an independent rule in Junagarah?
1747 AD
What is the percentile contribution of Surat in Diamond cutting to meet the total
world demand?
80%
Which sea beach of Valsad is famous for tourist hangout?
Tithal
In which year Emperor of England's reprentative sir Tomas Raw came to Badshah
Jehangir for seeking permittion of trade at Surat port?
In 1616
For how many years from the mid tenth century onwards did the Chalukya dynasty
ruled Gujarat?
362 years
In which systematic Gujarati lexicon was the famous invocatory poem 'Jai Jai Garvi
Gujarat' published for the first time?
Narmakosh
At which place was the first tramway company of Gujarat set up?
Dholera (1850)
Which famous merchant of Bhadreshwar on the Kachchh coast is known for his gesture
of benefactions made when a great famine afflicted the whole country?
Sheth JagaduShah
Which Institute in Gujarat is the Asia's 1st ranked management college?
IIM-A
Where is the Gujarat Ecological Commission located in Gujarat?
Vadodara
What percentage of Indian population in North America is Gujarati?
60%
From what material did the Harappan of Lothal made a scale with demarcations?
Ivory
Which important dam of Saurashtra is situated near Jamnagar?
Ranjitsagar Dam
Which organization inscribed Chmapaner on world heritage list?
UNESCO
In which Century AD was the famous Jama Masjid at Champaner?
15th Century AD
Which shrine of today was called a Dhankpuri in the olden times?
Dakor
Who built the citadel wall of 'Hissar – I – khas' at Champaner?
Mohammad Begdo
Where is the historic fortification of Zinzuwada located?
Surendranagar
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Which Gujarati was the first person to own a steamer in India in the year 1920?
Narottam Morarji
When was the historic town at Lothal destroyed by Floods?
1900 BC
Who is the founder of Dena Bank?
Devkaran Nanji
What is the rank of Gujarat in the Country as far as gasbased thermal electricity
generation is concerned?
1st Rank
For which art is the Shreyas Museum at Ahmedabad famous?
Folk art
Which institute in Ahmedabad has the best collections of Jainism manuscripts/ miniatures?
L D Indology
In which year were the Indus distributions flowing into the Great Rannn of Kutch
were blocked by earthquake?
1819
Which hill measuring 1173 feet in height of volcanic origin lies near Rajkot?
Chotila
Where is the Barton museum which exhibits rich collection of coins, farming
implements, arms, Kathawadi handicrafts, archeological and geological finds?
Bhavnagar
Who destroyed the learning capital of Gujarat “Valabhi” in the 7th Century?
The Arabs
In which year was kirti mandir at Vadodara Built?
1933
Which place in Junagadh is famous for Buddhist Caves?
Uperkot
What is the full form of IPR?
Institute of Plasma Research
For winning which sport is Dulip Trophy awarded?
Cricket
At which place was the first Gymnasium established in Gujarat?
Vadodara (1905)
Who first passed the Infant marriage prevention Act?
Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad-Vadodara
At which place was the first Urdu School established in Gujarat?
Ahmedabad
Who opened two hostels for untouchable students and set up scholarships for them to
study in the India and Abroad?
Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad
Which city of Gujarat contributes nearly 60 percent of India's artificial silk?
Surat
Who is the father of the Atomic programme of India?
Dr. Homi Bhabha
Give full form of ITCTI.
Information Technology Centre for Textile Industries
In which year was ATIRA set up that works for research in Textile sector?
1949
Which Gujarati got the honour of becoming the Chairman of International Atomic
Council (Vienna)?
Dr. Madhukar Mehta
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Which Gujarati has rendered valuable service as Under Secretary of UNO?
Chinmay Gharekhan
By which name is famous Mathematician Dr. P.C. Vaidya's research on Einstein's
Relativity known?
Vaidya Matrix
Which scientist from Gujarat inspired the life and works of the former President of India
A P J Abdul Kalaam?
Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
What is the full form of Ahmedabad based club 'AGETA'?
Ahmedabad Government Employed Tennis Association
When did Gujarat's team for the first time enter Ranji Trophy finals?
1950 A.D.
Which Gujarati used to play as the opening batsman for England Cricket Team?
Vikram Solanki
Which sportster from Gujarat won the Table Tennis Junior National title for the first time?
Harmeet Desai
Which female Badminton player received the Arjun Award?
Aparna Popat
What is the trio Late Shambhuprasad Bhatt, Chhotubhai Bhatt and Chinubhai Shah
known for?
Vyayam Vikas Darshan
Which Gujarati cricketer has been a very successful coach also?
Anshuman Gaekwad
Which organization trains the youth from scheduled cast in Archery?
Eklavya Archery Academy
Who established Eklavya Archery Academy?
Dinesh Bhil
Who won the 20 km. walk in National Interset Athletics Championship in the year 2009?
Babubhai Panocha
Which Gujarati for the first time climbed upon the Nandadevi peak in Himalayan
mountain range?
Nandlal Purohit
Which cricketer from Saurashtra hit a double century in two matches in Ranji Trophy 2009?
Cheteshwar Pujara
Which Indian sportster qualified for 20 k.m. walk in international championship in Berlin?
Babubhai Panocha
At which stadium did Indian Cricket team made the maximum runs - 414?
Rajkot
Who wrote the book 'Jubilee of Cricket'?
Jashu Patel
What is the full form of SAG?
Sports Authority of Gujarat
On which Cricketer is the book 'Jubilee of Cricket' written?
Jam Ranjitsinh
In which princely cricketer's memory is Ranji Trophy named and instituted?
Jam Ranjitsinh
Which Association in Gujarat is active for the spread and development of Athletics?
Gujarat Vyayam Pracharak Mandal
Which book have Shri Mota, Shri Ambubhai Purani, Shri Chhotubhai Purani and
Shri Dattatreya Majumdar inspired?
Vyayam Vignan Kosh
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Name the book that discusses games and sports from all over the world that is published
by Chhotubhai Purani Vyayam University.
Medani Ramato
Which book describes the old time folk games and sports of India?
Lok Ramato
In whose memory is Dulip Trophy organized?
Jam Dulipsinh
Which Gujarati Billiards player has earned name and fame at the world level for Gujarat?
Geet Sethi
What is the name of the first Chemical industry of Gujarat?
Alembic Chemical works-Vadodra
Based on which scripture has poet Narsinh Mehta written his Pads?
Shrimad Bhagwad
Who wrote 'Vijli ne chamkaare motida parovo Panbai'?
Ganga Sati
Which is the first organization for Physical Education in Gujarat?
Chhotubhai Purani Vyayam University (Rajpipla)
In how many parts is Vyayam Vignan Kosh that talks about games and sports from all
over the world divided?
Nine parts
In which century did Bhavai folk form's initiator Asait Thaker live?
15th century
Which Sanskrit work by poet Baan was translated to Gujarati by Medieval
Gujarati poet Bhalan?
Kadambari
Based on which scripture has poet Bhalan written his 'Nalakhyan'?
Naishadhiya Charit and Nal champoo
What was the original name of poet Bhalan?
Purushottam Trivedi (patan)
Where did Akho stay in Ahmedabad?
Desai ni Pol (Khadiya)
Who was poet Akho's teacher and master?
Guru Brahmanand
Who wrote 'Tarna othe Dungar re, Dungar koi Dekhe nahi'
Poet Dhiro
What is poet Bhoja Bhagat's poetry known as?
Chabkha
What is poet Bhatt Vallabh Mevada's poetry known as?
Shakti ni Bhakti
Which genre of literature has Shamal majorly contributed to?
Poetic prose
Which daily did poet Narmad want to change the society by?
Dandiyo
What is poet Dayaram's poetry known as?
Garbi Kavya
What Mantra did the teacher Ichchharam Bhatt give to poet Dayaram?
Shri Krishna Sharanam Mamah
Which well known litterateur has pen name called 'Ghanshyam'?
Kanaiyalal Maneklal Munshi
On what did poet Narmad lecture for the first time? Where?
Benefits of group formation meetings - in Mumbai
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What book did Narmad write on History?
Rajyarang
Who wrote the social novel 'Sasu vahu ni ladai'?
Mahipatram Rupram Neelkanth (in 1866)
Name the novel (saga) of Modern Gujarati. Who wrote it?
Saraswatichandra, Govardhanram Tripathi
Which American president's life sketch is written by Kant?
Abraham Lincoln
Which travelogue did Kalapi write?
Kashmir no Pravas (1892)
What is the genre of Kakasaheb Kalelkar's essays, 'Jivan no Anand' and 'Rakhadva
no Anand'?
Lalit Nibandh
Who contributed significantly to development of Sonnets in Gujarati?
Balvantrai K Thakor
In which book does Gandhiji describe India of his dreams?
Hind Swaraj
Who started duets in Gujarati theatre?
Dahyabhai Dholshaji
In which historical novels by Kanaiyalal Munshi is the past of Gujarat delineated?
Patan ni Prabhuta, Gujarat no Nath, Rajadhiraj
In which book are the best writings by Swami Anand collected?
Dharti ni Arti
Who was the chief editor of Saarth Jodni kosh?
Maganbhai Prabhubhai Desai
Who has written biography of Ravishankar Maharaj who inaugurated independentGujarat?
Babalbhai Mehta
Which Gandhian activist has contributed to social and educational upliftment of Tribals?
Jugatram Dave
Which author has written short stories under the pen name of 'Dwiref'?
R V Pathak
In which book by Gandhiji he talks about insistence of truth against discrimination by
the English?
Dakshin Africa na Satyagraha no Itihaas
Name the principal characters in the novel Saraswatichandra
Saraswatichandra and Kumud
Who translated Nobel winner work Gitanjali by Tagore to Gujarati?
Poet Kant
Who is the first player who has performed well in Shooting and has received Arjun
Award for that?
Udayan Chinubhai
Who has written Sinhasan Batrisi?
Ramanlal Soni
Who has translated Kalidasa's Abhignan Shakuntal to Gujarati?
Umashankar Joshi
On which novel by Darshak is a Gujarati film made?
Jher to pidha che jaani jaani
In which book is Cultural heritage of India delineated by Darshak?
Aapno Vaarso ane Vaibhav
Which is the famous novel by Gunvantrai Acharya on adventure in the sea?
Dariyalal
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In which book by Zaverchand Meghani is the character sketch of Ravishankar
Maharaj delineated?
Mansai na deeva
Which genre of Japanese poetry did Sneharashmi use in Gujarati?
Haaiku
In which Gujarati daily did Zaverchand Meghani work as journalist?
Foolchhab
Name the collection of act plays by Umashankar Joshi
Saap na bhara and haveli
Who wrote, 'Ya hom kari ne pado fateh che aage'?
Poet Narmad
Who wrote the song, 'Tari aankh no afini'?
Venibhai Purohit
Who is known as the king of rhythm in Gujarati?
Poet Ramesh Parekh
Which poem did Zaverchand Meghani write addressing Gandhiji when he was going to attend
Round Table Conference?
Chhello Katoro...
What is the title of Sundaram's first poetry collection?
Koya Bhagat ni Kadvi vaani
In which metre has Narsinh Mehta written most of his poems?
Jhulana Chhand
Which magazine does Government of Gujarat, Language and literature department take out?
Rajbhasha
Bassed on Shri Krishna's life who has written the novel, 'Madhav kyay nathi'?
Harindra Dave
What is pen name of Farid Mahmed Gulaamnabi?
Aadil
Which king got Gujarati Dictionary 'Bhagwadgomandal' written?
Maharaja Bhagwatsinhji
What is the structure of a Haaiku?
Three lines of 5-7-5
Who first wrote the patriotic poems in Gujarati?
Poet Narmad
Who has written the song, 'Khobo bhari ne ame etlu hasya ke kuwo bhari ne ame roi padya'?
Jagdish Joshi
Who has written 'Kai lakho nirasha ma, amar asha chhupai che'?
Manilal N Dwivedi
Who has written the song, 'Aa manpancham na mela ma'?
Ramesh Parekh
Who has written the Ghazal, 'Nadi ni ret ma ramtu nagar male na male'?
Aadil Mansuri
Who first said the adage, 'Lamba jode tunko jay, mare nahi to mando thay'?
Poet Dalpatram
Who has written the Ghazal, 'Pachhal pravasio ma ghana mitro pan hata, kone kryo
prahar mane kai khabar nathi'?
Aadil Mansuri
Who wrote the first autobiography in Gujarati?
Poet Narmad
Who editted the first poetry collection in Gujarati?
Dalpatram
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What was the pen name of Ramanlal Neelkanth?
Makarand
Which song by Avinash Vyas made the English people dance in the Albert hall, London?
Taari vanki re paghaldi nu
Whose pen name was thoth nishaliyo
Bakul Tripathi
What is pen name of Ibrahim Patel?
Bekaar
Who has written the famous novel, 'Janamtip'?
Ishwar Petlikar
Which famous Gujarati Ghazalkar and Albert Einstein once met?
Shekhadam Abuwala & Albert Einstein
What is the original name of famous Ghazal poet Shunya Palanpuri?
Alikhan Baloch
Who has written more than 12000 songs in Gujarati?
Avinash Vyas
Who has written the song, 'Mari aankhe kanku na suraj athmya'?
Ravji Patel
Who has written the song, 'Janni ni Jod sakhi nahi jade re lol'?
Damodar Botadkar
Poetry is not for reading, but for listening' – who said that?
Ramnarayan Pathak
Who is the known folk poet and singer of popular folk songs and bhajans?
Dula Bhaya Kaag
Name the narrator who played rhythm on Manbhatt.
Vallabh Vyas
Which is the famous work by Premanand?
Okhaharan
Who has written, 'Raam Ramakadu jadiyu re, ranaji'
Meerabai
Who is known as the best humour litterateur in Gujarati?
Jyotindra H Dave
Which poet has written Chhappas besides Akho?
Poet Shaamal
What is the collection of poems by Narsinhrao Divetiya titled?
Kusum Mala
Who is known as Ghalib in Gujarati ghazals?
Mareez
Which Gujarati anthology editted by Mahendra Meghani became best seller?
Ardhi Sadi ni Vachan Yatra - Part 1 to 4
Who was the first Ghazalkar in Gujarat?
Balashankar Kantharia
Who wrote Shishupal vadh?
Maha Kavi Magh
Who is called the Adi Kavi in Gujarati?
Narsinh Mehta
What are other two works by Hemchandracharya besides Sidhdhahemshabdanushasan?
Kavyanushasan and Chhandonushasan
Who did Ganga sati write poems addressing to?
Panbai
What was the first Gujarati novel?
Karan Ghelo
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Who composed folk songs by Zaverchand Meghani?
Hemu Gadhvi
Which litterateur starts with short stories in Gujarati?
Dhoomketu (Gaurishankar Joshi)
What is the title of first Gujarati Sho rt story?
Govalani (author: Malayanil)
Which litterateur is known by the pen name 'Dwiref'?
R V Pathak
Who is believed to be the creator of Gujarat's folk dance style 'Garba'?
Lord Krishna's daughterin- law – Usha
How many parts does Gujarati Vishwakosh have?
25
Who has written 'Rai no Parvat'?
Ramanlal Neelkanth
Which district is known as district of plantations?
Valsad
What are the hills near Khedbrahma, Idar and Shamlaji known as?
Arasur hills
What is Dhangadhra village known for?
Sand Stones
To which district does Dharoi Dam belong?
Mehsana
From which city was Sir ThomasRaw allowed to trade in India?
Ahmedabad (The Bhadra fort)
Which is the first autobiography in Gujarati?
Mari Haqiqat
Where in Gujarat is the earthquake prediction centre?
Bhuj
Which Gujarati litterateur wrote the world famous short story, 'post office'?
Dhoomketu
Which city of Gujarat has the B S F head quarter?
Gandhinagar
Which Gujarati litterateur first received the Gnanpeeth Award?
Umashankar Joshi
Which transport system in Gujarat is praised by World Bank?
B R T S
Which Gandhian leader is spreading Gandhian ideology by narration of Gandhi's stories?
Narayan Desai
Where was the first oil field found in Gujarat?
Lunej
Who has made special contribution to folk literature of Gujarat?
Zaverchand Meghani
Which is the highest honour conferred by the Govt. of Gujarat?
Gujarat Gaurav Puraskar
What did Sardar Patel name Bardoli Ashram as?
Swaraj Ashram
When was poet Narmad born? Where?
Surat-1833
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Where in Gujarat is the biggest museum on Sardar Patel?
Ahmedabad (The old Rajbhavan)
Which award is given in the field of Folk Arts by Govt. of Gujarat?
Zaverchand Meghani Award
Which scheme has caused maximum of rural development in Gujarat?
Gokulgram Scheme
Which is the biggest fish produce centre in Gujarat?
Veraval
Where in Gujarat is a temple in a shape of a Chariot of the Pandavas?
Jadeshwar Mahadev
Who established the first textile mill in Gujarat?
Ranchhodlal Chhotalal
For which category does Gujarat's textile industry is ranked 3rd in the world?
Denim manufacturing
Who is known as the Saint of Sadavrat in Gujarat?
Jalaram Bapa (Virpur)
Which was the first book printed in Gujarat after printing startedin the state?
Vidyasangrah (Daman)
Who is considered to be the promoter of White revolution in Gujarat?
Dr. Varghese Kurien
Where in Gujarat is the 'Centre for Social Studies'?
Surat
Which was Gujarat's first T V Station?
Peej
Which Chemistry scientist invented medicine for Marki?
Tribhovandas Gajjar- Surat
Which award is given in the field of education by Govt. of Gujarat?
Shri Maganbhai Desai Award
Which award is given in the field of Performing Arts by Govt. of Gujarat?
Pandit Omkarnath Thakur Award
Which award is given in the field of Literature by Govt. of Gujarat?
Adi Kavi Narsinh Mehta Award
Which award is given in the field of Sports by Govt. of Gujarat?
Shri Ambubhai Purani Award
When did Vididhbharti formally start from Ahmedabad?
In 1965
Which award is given in the field of Fine Arts by Govt. of Gujarat?
Shri Ravishankar Rawal Award
For what is the Jaybhikhkhu Award given by Govt. of Gujarat?
For welfare activities
Where did the first Radio Station start in Gujarat? When?
In 1934-Baroda
Which award is given in the field of Arts, Language, History and Culture by Govt. of
Gujarat?
Ranjitram Gold medal
Which city of Gujarat was once having the city planning like Patan?
Ahmedabad
Who set up B M Institute of Mental Health, Ahmedabad?
Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
Which Gujarati daily did Gandhiji start to activate the Indians for freedom movement?
Navjivan
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Where did addiction free movement start in Gujarat?
Kanoria Hospital- Gandhinagar
What is the name of Mobile hospital project for emergency service and diagnosis for Cancer
inGujarat?
Sanjeevani Rath
Which English daily did Gandhiji start to activate the Indians for freedom movement?
Young India
When was Gokul gram Scheme started?
1995-96
In which city was the first Express highway no. 1 introduced in Gujarat?
Ahmedabad – Baroda
When did Akashvani formally start in Gujarat?
16th April 1949
Where is Trifalavan cultivated in Gujarat for increasing produce of Ayurvedic medicines?
Saputara
Which is Gujarat’s biggest agriculture produce centre?
Unjha (District Mehsana)
In which state of India is maximum blood donation witnessed?
Gujarat
Who wrote the first autobiography in Gujarati titled 'Mari Haqiqat'?
Poet Narmad
Name the famous musician duo, who left an impression in Hindi films.
Kalyanji-Anadji
For the production of which mineral are the rocks in Rajpipla known?
Aget
Which famous painter is known as 'Kala Guru'?
Ravishanker Raval
Who was the first Gujaratifemale to be appointed aspresident of censor board for Hindi
cinema?
Asha Parekh
Which was Gujarat's first regional silent film?
Bhakt Vidur
Name the famous Gujarati female actor who worked in Hindi cinema for the evergreen
character of 'mother'.
Nirupa Roy
Which was Gujarat's first colour feature film?
Liludi Dharti (1968)
Which was the first Gujarati film?
Narsinh Mehta (1932)
Who gave music for the first and last time in Kashi no Dikro?
Kshemubhai Divetiya
Name the nationally & internationally acclaimed Gujarati film by Ketan Mehta.
Bhav ni Bhavai
Where in Gujarat is the china clay industry?
Morbi
Which dam is on the river Taapi?
Kakrapaar
Which is the dam on the river Sabartmati?
Dharoi
What are the Kachchh desert and bay of Khambhat connected with?
Nal Sarovar
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Which district in Gujarat shares its border with Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh?
Dahod
For which fabric production is Veraval known?
Rayon
Near which place does Sabarmati merge into the sea?
The bay of Kopali
Between which two stations did the first railway start in Gujarat?
Utaran-Ankleshwar
What is Gujarat's rank for the production of Graphite?
Third
Where is the plant in Bhavnagar for turning salt water into sweet?
Avania
For the production of which mineral is Gujarat No.1 in entire Asia?
Fluorspar
From which mountains does the Akik manufacturing in Khambhat get the materials?
Mountains in Rajpipla
To which district does Nal Sarovar belong?
Ahmedabad
Which mineral is received from the Shivrajpur mine in Panchmahal?
Manganese
Which is the national highway from Kandala to Pathankot?
National highway no. 15
Where is the central salt and marine chemicals research institute?
Bhavnagar
In which city is the biggest industrial sector in Gujarat?
Ankleshwar
Where was the first industrial sector set up in Gujarat?
Rajkot
In which city is the very famous Rajkumar College in Saurashtra?
Rajkot
Which place is known as 'Lili nagher' – the Greenland in Gujarat?
Chorwad – Veraval
Where is the lignitebased electric project in Kachchh?
Pandhro
Where is the only one Ayurveda University of India in Gujarat?
Jamnagar
Where in Gujarat is the Mir Dataar tomb which is a symbol of unity between the Hindu and
the Muslim?
Unava
Where is the unit for oil extracted from paddy?
Barejadi
What is Vaghodia known for?
Production of bicycles
In which Taluka is the Dharoi dam on river Sabarmati?
Satlasana
In which district is maximum of Isabgul crops taken?
Mehsana
Who takes the credit for the founding and development of Asia's biggest Civil Hospital?
Dr. Jivraj Mehta
Who has compiled 'Bhavaisangrah' in Gujarati literature?
Mahipatram Neelkanth
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Inspite of being Muslim, whose sole devotee poet Raje was?
Shri Krishna
Which industry is flourishing in Bardoli?
Sugar
Where in Gujarat is the Jhari industry developed?
Surat
From which port is salt exported in maximum in Gujarat?
Bedi Port
Which corporation in Gujarat works for Mineral excavation and research?
Gujarat Minerals Development Corporation
Where is the research centre for high breed Kathiyavadi horses?
Junagadh
Which Kabirpanthi saint in medieval Gujarati literature is known as 'Hari ni Daasi'?
Daasi Jeevan
Who created the verse 'Hari no Marag Chhe Shurano, Nahi Kayar Nu Kaam Jone'?
Poet Pritam
Which Gujarati poet was blind by birth?
Poet Pritam
Who has written the prayer 'Aanand Mangal Karu Aarti'?
Poet Pritam
Whose poetic compostions are known as 'Kafi' in Gujarati literature?
Poet Dheero
Who is the author of poetic prose ‘Vaitaal Pachchisi’ and ‘Suda Bahoteri’?
Shamal
Who is the author of popular stories ‘Sinhasan Batrisi’ in Gujarati Literature?
Shamal
Who first used the phrase 'Gurjar Bhasha' for Gujarati language?
Bhalan
Whose poetic verse is – 'Ek murakh ne evi tev, Patthar etla puje dev'?
Gyani Kavi Akho
Who has written Mahakali Garbo titled 'Ma Pava te Gadh thi Utarya Mahakali Re'?
Shamal
Which poet was not literate in medieval Gujarati literature?
Poet Bhoja Bhagat
Which Maharashtriyan poet has contributed noteworthy in Gujarati literature?
Bapusaheb Gayakwad
Which city in Gujarat is ranked one for production of diesel motors?
Rajkot
Who created the first elegy 'Farbas Virah' in Gujarati literature?
Poet Narmad
Mention the native of poet Nakar.
Baroda
Who wrote popular allegoric Bhajans 'Kachaba – Kachabi'?
Poet Bhoja Bhagat
Who created Khand Kavya first?
Poet Kant
Which was the first comic novel? Who wrote it?
Bhadrambhadra - Ramanlal Mahipatram Neelkanth
What is the name of the central character in the novel Bhadrambhadra?
Bhadrambhadra
Who has translated Rabindranath Tagore's Gitanjali to Gujarati?
Nagindas Parekh
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Who has written 'Madhav kyay nathi Madhuvan ma'?
Harindra Dave
What is pen name of Manubhai Trivedi?
Gaafil
Who first used the word 'Asmita' in Gujarati, for the cultural heritage?
Kanaiyalal Munshi
Who dedicated his life to service of leprosy patients?
Ayarani Amarbai and Devidasji
Which book is based on the life of Ravishankar Maharaj?
Mansai na Diva
Where is the biggest Mental Health Centre in Gujarat?
B M Institute of Mental Health-Ahmedabad
Which is the biggest natural lake in Gujarat?
Nal Sarovar
Where was Govardhanram Tripathi , the renowned novelist of Gujarati literature born?
Nadiad
What is the full name of poet Botadkar?
Damodar Khushaldas Botadkar
Where was renowned litterateurs Manilal Nabhubhai Dwiwedi born?
Nadiad
Name the folk dance of Banaskantha.
Morayo
Who is known as 'Mahakavi' or 'Kavisamrat' in Gujarati poetry?
Kavi Nanhalal
What was the real surname of litterateur Kakasaheb Kalelkar who was well-known as
Savaya Gujarati?
Rajadhyaksh
Where was litterateur Kainayalal Maneklal Munshi born?
Bharuch
Where was Ramanlal V. Desai born?
Shinor
Whose pseudonyms are 'Shesh', 'Dviref', and 'Swairvihari'?
Ramnarayan V. Pathak
Where was Zaverchand Meghani born?
Chotila
Where was Asait Thakar, the founding father of Bhavai form born?
Siddhapur
Where was Gyanpith awardee Pannalal Patel born?
Mandli
Where did Asait Thakar, the founding father of Bhavai form reside after he was ostracized?
Unza
By which cast Asait Thakar, the founding father of Bhavai form was known after migrating
to Unza?
Targala
Which was Kakasaheb Kalelkar's mother tongue?
Marathi
Where does 'Tanariri', an Indian classical music festival take place in Gujarat?
Vadnagar
To which district does Morayo dance belong in Banaskantha?
Vaav
By which other name Dangi dance is known?
Chalo
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Who has acknowledged Rani Sipri Mosque as 'Gem of Ahmedabad'?
James Ferguson
By which name the dance of Sidi is known?
Dhamal Dance
Tipanni dance is associated with which tribe?
Bhil and Koli
By which Padma Award has the Poet Sundaram been felicitated?
Padmabhushan
Against the autocracy of which ruler Gandhiji embarked on a satyagraha?
Rajkot (1939)
Name the traditional handcraft of Bharuch.
Sujani
What is the folk dance form Saurashtra men's Raas also known as?
Hallisak
Who established the famous Gitamandir of Ahmedabad?
Swami Vidhyanandaji
Where in Gujarat did Vishvamitra Muni realize the power of Gayatri Mantra?
In the forest of Chhota Udaipur
By which name Kachhi wall paintings of Gujarat are known?
Kamangari Shailee
Why Trinetreshwar fair of the tribal is popular?
Svayamvar
By which name the traditional religious wall paining of the tribal of Gujarat is known?
Pichhora
In which temple did Narshinh Mehta visualize 'Raasdarshan'?
Gopnath Mahadev (Junagadh)
The tomb of which Muslim Saint is situated in Palitana along with Jain Derasar?
Angarsha Peer
Wehre is the religious place of Saint Savaiyanath situated?
Zanzarka
Where does festival of Palli take place at the ninth night during Navaratri?
Rupal
While performing which folk dance of Gujarat the players thump sticks on the ground?
Tippani
In which fair do we find Tribals singing on folk instruments like 'Ranjhaniyu' and 'Penjaniyu'?
Shamlaji Fair
Where did Mohemmed Begda build the Jama mosque?
Pavagadh and Champaner
Which festival is celebrated with so much of festivity by fishermen in Gujarat?
Shravani Punam
Who dance the folk Gof Gunthan–Solanga Raas? Which part of Gujarat does this folk dance
form belong to?
Saurashtra based Koli and Kanbi Tribes
As per a belief where was Mahatma Dadu Dayal born?
Ahmedabad
Which community enjoys Thaga Dance?
Thakors from North Gujarat
Which dance do Bharwad community in Saurashtra dance?
Huda Raas
What was the ancient title 'Anart' for present North Gujarat region given after?
Sharyati's son Anart
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To which God did Shri Rang Avdhoot Maharaj worship and influenced many followers?
Datta Bhagwan
At which place in Gujarat wooden carvings as per the Vastu Shastra were found?
Somnath
By which other name is Dwarika temple known?
Jagat Mandir or Trilok Mandir
Which temple of Gondal is known all over Gujarat?
Bhuvaneshwari temple
Which place near Unjha is visited by Hindu and Muslim worshippers?
Meeradatar
Which Pir's tomb is on the Datar hill near Girnar in Junagadh?
Jamiyalsha Pir
Which place is known as sacred place of Gorakhnath?
Dhinodhar hill
Which fair in Kachchh is believed to be a symbol of communal harmony?
Haji Pir Fair
Where is 'Karnavati – a glimpse of the past' set up in the year 2000?
Sanskar Kendra-Ahmedabad
Where is the original idol of Lord Krishna from Dwarka placed?
Dakor
Where is the ancient Ramdev Pir temple situated?
Ranuja
Which leader played instrumental role for merging of Indian states to Government after the
independence?
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Where is the Hasan Pir's sacred tomb situated which commonly attracts worshippers from
hindu and Muslim religions?
Delmal (District Mehsana)
Which brave lady from Gujarat had defeated Shahabuddin Ghori and sent him back in 1179
A.D.?
Nayikadevi
Which place did poet Bhalan belong to?
Siddhapur
Where is the memorial for Shri Rang Avdhoot Maharaj built?
Nareshwar
What is Vadnagar's Kirtitoran also known as?
Narsinh Mehta no Choro
Which renowned saint of India sacrificed his bones on banks of River Sabarmati?
Dadhichi
Where the Shivratri fair held which is known as the fair of the monks and mendicants?
Girnar
To which district is the holy pilgrimage for Muslims known as Haji Pir belongs?
Kachchh
What is the anciently known river Shwabhrawati presently known as?
Sabarmati
Where did Ahmedashah decide to move capital of Gujarat from Patan?
Ashaval (Ahmedabad presently)
Where in Ahmedabad is the Baba Lului mosque that is the symbol of Hindu Muslim unity?
Jamalpur
How many years did it take for constructing the Bhadra fort in Ahmedabad?
7 years
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Which was the first Satyagraha in Gujarat at the time of independence movement?
Kheda Satyagraha
Where do the rivers Saraswati, Hiranya and Kapila meet?
Somnath
Where the architectural places called 'Pandava's school' and 'Bhim's Kitchen' situate?
Dholaka
Which modern city of Gujarat was anciently called 'Dhavallak'?
Dholaka
Which city is situated on the meeting place of the rivers Hiranya, Kausambi and Bhimakshi?
Khedbrahma
Which river of Gujarat is called 'Ganga' in Puranas?
Hiranya
In which Sanskrit poet from Gujarat there is simile like Kalidas, poetic rhyme like Dandi and
implied philosophy of Bharvi?
The Great poet Magh
Which mosque in Ahmedabad is known as haking minarets' mosque?
Rajpur Mosque
What is the title of Ramanlal Neelkanth's satiric novel?
Bhadrambhadra
Who was the first Gujarati actress to get into the field of Acting and Films?
Leela Desai
In which area is the statue of Gujarati poet Akha who wrote satiric poems on social customs
situated?
Khadiya
Which district takes the maximum of crop of millet?
Banaskantha
Which city's name is associated with the word Do-had?
Dahod
Where in Gujarat is the largest plantation cum garden?
Vaghai
Where is the Sardar Patel Agricultural University?
Banaskantha
Which island in the bay of Kachchh is made of Corals?
Pirotan
Which place in Gujarat is known for the weighing machines?
Sawarkundala
In whose memory is the Akhil Hindu Open Sea Swimming competition from Chorwad to
Veraval organized?
Veer Savarkar
How many ports are situated in Kachchh?
Four
Vautha fair is held at a meeting place of seven rivers; if six of them are Khari, Shedhi,
Meshwo, Majham, Hathmati and Vatrak, which is the seventh one?
Sabarmati
How many ports are situated in Saurashtra?
23
What was the ancient name of the river Banas?
Parnasha
Which city is known for jewelry produce and export?
Rajkot
What is another name for the pilgrimage Bet Dwarka?
Bet Shankhodar
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What are the forests near Jamnagar and Kachchh coastline made of?
Mangroves Trees
What is the traditional house of Gir Shepherds known as?
Jhonk
Where is the Tribal Museum that provides information on Tribal folk art and culture?
Dang
Which deer in Gujarat is also known as Krishna Mrug?
BlackBuck
Where is the tomb of Hasan Pir?
Delmal – Mehsana
How many districts in Gujarat have a coast line?
13
How many ports are situated in South Gujarat?
14
Which part of Gujarat is known as the land of Sea shore?
Kachchh
In North Gujarat, on which Indian month full moon day village youngsters dance with swords
in their hands?
Kartiki
Who wrote patriotic poems, 'Gunvanti Gujarat' and 'Bharat bhumi nu Jaygaan'?
Ardeshar Khabardar
How many districts do the bay of Kachchh and the bay of Khambhat connect?
Eight
Which Dance is played by Shepherd community's men and women?
Huda
In which community Thaga Dance is famous?
Thakor
Which dance is famous in Koli community of North Gujarat?
Ashva Dance
Unique Folk Dance Manjira is belonging to which community living near Bhal Region?
Pandhar
South Gujarat's Dubala community's dance is famous by which name?
Gheriya Dance
With bow and spear, which dance is performed by Dharampur region's tribal people?
Shikar Dance
Which dance is performed to convince Lord Baliya?
Kakda Dance
In which Mumbai based school did Poet Narmad study?
Elphinston
Who gave the title 'Arvachino ma Adya' (Classic among the moderns) to Poet Narmad?
Kanaiyalal Munshi
Who was appointed in the advisory committee for the historical World religion conference
that was held in Chicago in 1893?
Manilal Dwivedi
Who gave title 'Ajeevan Yoddho' (Immortal fighter) to Poet Narmad?
Vishwanath Bhatt
Who got known as 'Adi Vivechak' (classic critic)?
Navalram
What title did Rabindranath Tagore give to Anandshankar Dhruv?
Uttam Vyavharagna
Which genre did medieval poet Shamal take up?
Poetic prose
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Whose life does Premanand's work 'Mameru' depict?
Narsinh Mehta's daughter Kunwarbai
To which genre did medieval poet Bhalan contribute the most?
Akhyan
Which Swami from Swaminarayan sect set a rule of writing a poem a day?
Brahmanand Swami
Who is called 'Gnan no varvo vadlo' (Banyan tree of philosophy) in medieval Gujarati
literature?
Akha Bhagat
Who wrote 'Bhasha ne shu valge bhur'?
Akho
Who talked about philosophy of Kevaladwait - 'Brahma Satya, Jagat Mithya'?
Akho
Which princely state did Kabir sect followers Morar Saheb belong to?
Tharad
Who has written 'Vijli ne chamkare, motida parovo Panbai'?
Gangasati
Who is known as the initiator of Modern Gujarati literature?
Dalpatram
Which work is written on the life of Raja Ranmal from Idar?
Ranmal Chhand
Which essay did Dalpatram first pen down?
Bhoot Nibandh
In which genre is Sidhdhahemshabdanush asan written?
Huda
What the Raas known as is performed with sticks?
Lakuta Raas
What is the genre that depicts the character delineation of a historic figure called?
Prabandh
Which Ras – sentiment is depicted in Ranmal chhand?
Vir Ras
Narsinh Mehta is known as contemporary of which king of Junagadh?
Ra Mandalik
Who wrote 'Tare mathe nagara vage mot na re'?
Devanand Swami
In which century did Narsinh Mehta walked on this planet according to Kanaiyalal Munshi?
16th Century
Who is remembered with utter respect from the litterateurs of medieval poetry?
Hemchandracharya
Who was Sahajanand swami bestowed renouncement (Diksha) by?
Ramanand Swami
Who has written 'Meru to dage pan jena man na dage'?
Gangasati
In Gujarat first time, who helped in setting up Alembic Chemical Works Company Limited?
Tribhuvandas Gajjar
Which film directed by Ketan Mehta in 1982 was showcased in Indian International film
festival?
Bhav ni Bhavai
What has Narsinh Mehta talked high about in his Prabhatiya?
Knowledge
Which God did Narsinh worship after renouncing home?
Shiv
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Which type of poems did Narsinh Mehta write into?
Prabhatiya
What did lord Shiv offer to Narsinh Mehta as a reward to his penance?
Raas Leela
What are mainly the poems of Narsinh Mehta called?
Pad
When did the first Gujarati Talking film – Narsinh Mehta release?
April 9, 1932
In which cinema hall did the first Gujarati talking film – Narsinh Mehta release?
West end, Mumbai
Who was the producer of the first Gujarati talking film – Narsinh Mehta?
Chimanbhai Desai
Who was the director of the first Gujarati talking film – Narsinh Mehta?
Nanubhai Vakil
Which Company made the first Gujarati talking film – Narsinh Mehta?
Sagar Film Company
Which film received the first award for best film in Gujarati for the first time?
Mehndi Rang Lagyo
From which year did Gujarat government start presenting awards to Gujarati films?
1960-61
Which film was given tax relaxation by Government of Gujarat for the first time?
Akhand Saubhagyavati, 1963-64
Which Gujarati film so far saw the best success?
Desh re joya dada pardesh joya
Who was the director and actor in the film based on Pannalal Patel's novel Manvi ni Bhavai?
Upendra Trivedi
Which actor has acted in maximum number of Gujarati films with historical theme?
Upendra Trivedi
Who was the producer of 'Desh re joya dada pardesh joya' which earned brilliant success in
1998?
Govindbhai Patel
Who set up the famous Lucky studio in Gujarat?
K. Nadiyadwala and I. K. Nadiyadwala
Which Gujarati actor played the role of Raavan in the television saga 'Ramayana' and earned
lot of fame?
Arvind Trivedi
In which film that came in 2004 was a Tribal love story depicted?
Dhulki tari maya lagi
Which film is based on terrorist attack in Gandhinagar on Akshardham temple?
Karmabhumi
In which film Gujarati actor Kiran Kumar acted in a negative role has been memorable?
Tejab
How many players are there usually in Bhavai?
21
Which performance is made first in a Bhavai?
Ganpati
Who was the lead actor in the first talking film in Gujarati Narsinh Mehta?
Marutirao Pehlvan
Who performed the lead role in Gujarati film Meerabai?
Nirupa Roy
In which film has Hindi film actress Asha Parekh acted in the lead role?
Akhand Saubhagyavati
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Which was the first colour film in Gujarati?
Liludi Dharti
In which Gujarati film did the Hindi film Actor Asrani act for the first time?
Maa-Baap
Which was Gujarati film star Naresh Kanodiya's first film?
Jogsanjog
In which year was the first film studio in Gujarat set up?
1972
Who was the director of the Hindi film Saraswatichandra (1969)?
Govind Saraiya
Who was the director of the film 'Gunsundari no Gharsansar' (1972) that was based on the
Gujarati novelSaraswatichandra?
Govind Saraiya
Who set up the Vrundavan studio in Umargam?
Hirabhai Patel
In which year was Lucky studio set up in Gujarat?
1975
What is a group called in Bhavai?
Tolu
Which poet attained heights in writing about Premlakshana Bhakti?
Narsinh Mehta
When was Gir national park set up?
1975
In which film is the renowned poet Ravji Patel's song 'Mari aankhe kanku na suraj athmya'
taken up?
Kashi no dikro
Which wild animals are found in desert of Kachchh?
Caracal and Desert Fox
What is the complete name of C.E.E.?
Centre for Environment Education (Ahmedabad)
What is the full name of G.E.E.R.?
Gujarat Ecological Education and Research Foundation – Gandhinagar
In which year the oldest zoo of India – Sakkarbaug (Junagadh) was set up?
1863
How many types of Antelope and Deer are found in Gujarat?
Four types of antelope & three types of deer
Even if there were no lions, what would Gir Sanctuary still be known for?
For Birds
How many types of birds are found in Gujarat?
479
How many types of coral rocks are found in the bay of Kachchh?
37
From 26 districts of Gujarat in how many district forest areas is the leopard found?
17
Which river is named after the loitering deer (Sabar) around it, as per a belief?
Sabarmati
In which forest area of Gujarat the leopard-alike cat is found?
In Shulpaneshwar forests in district Narmada
In which area is the Indian Little Shrew found?
Kachchh desert
What is the approximate weight of Dugong fish which is found in Gujarat sea areas?
230 to 900 kg
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Which bird for the habit of holding the prey in its beak is known as killing bird in Gujarat?
The Grey Shrike
What is The Indian Robin considered as per the mythological belief?
Auspicious
How many types of Minivets found in Gujarat?
Four
In which year was the Hutheesing Dehra built?
1848 A.D.
Very much praised by the Poets what is the bird The Pied Crested-Cuckoo known as in
Saurashtra?
Motido
From where does The Common Swallow bird come to Gujarat in winter?
From Europe and North Asia
Which bird of Flycatcher origin comes to Gujarat in winter?
The Verditer Flycatcher
In which month do Wagtails birds come to Gujarat for spending winter?
Month of Aaso
Which temple in Gujarat is dedicated to Ram Krishna Paramhansa?
Jagat Mandir (Dwarka)
The temple of which Goddess is situated in Rajpara near Bhavnagar?
Goddess Khodiyar
What is the period of Mughal rule in Gujarat?
1572 to 1752 A.D.
Which period is considered as the Chavda dynasty in the history of Gujarat?
746 to 942 A.D.
Name the scheme of Government of Gujarat that is associated with the marriage of
daughters of rural families.
Kunvarbai nu Mameru
In which Indian state are found the maximum remains of the Harappan civilization?
Gujarat
The influence of which religion can be observed in the ancient Ashoka stone inscriptions
located in Junagadh?
Bauddha
Which year saw the beginning of the rule of Maitrak dynasty?
470 A.D.
Which king had ordered for carrying out the entire administration of Gujarat state in Gujarati
language?
Sayajirao Gaekwad
The name of which invincible fort is found noted in Mahabharata?
Idariyogadh
Which Shakti pilgrimage is called as entrance gate to Panchmahal?
Pavagadh
What is the name of the tomb memorial (smadhi) of Morarjibhai Desai?
Abhay Ghat (Ahmedabad)
Which district is covered under the Charotar region?
Kheda
From where the bird The Brahmany Kite take their food?
From Water
Who had built the Fort of Div in sixteenth century?
Portuguese
Snehlata was actress of which Language?
Marathi
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What is the rank of Sardar Sarovar Dam in the world as the concrete gravity dam?
2nd
Which part of Gujarat do the ever-flowing rivers flow?
South Gujarat
Who set up the first Law College in Ahmedabad, in Gujarat?
Sir Lallubhai Asaram Shah
Which Gujarati was the first Indian president of central Law society?
Viththalbhai Patel
On the banks of which river does the city of Navsari dwell?
Poorna
Who has translated Tolstoy's War and Peace?
Jayanti Dalal
Which is the oldest museum of Gujarat?
Kachchh Museum
Which river in Gujarat turns into a sand hill every year?
Kolak (South Gujarat)
How many Mega Watt electricity will be produced after the completion of Sardar Sarovar
Project?
1450 Mega Watt
When was the Tourism Corporation set up in Gujarat?
1975 A.D.
Which districts have benefitted out of the dam on the river Mahi?
Panchmahal, Kheda, Anand
Where is the Gyan Mandir which was set up by Hemchandracharya in Gujarat?
Patan
Which lady suggested one year's study of Politics before one's entering Politics?
Annie Besant
Which is the main city in the district Kachchh?
Bhuj
Which district has the longest coast line in Gujarat?
Jamnagar
What is the plateau in Saurashtra made of?
Ignatius rocks of Besalt
Which seasonal winds bring rains to Gujarat?
South-Western
Which mountain connects the districts Porbandar and Jamnagar?
Bardo
Which University did Shri Aurobindo Ghosh serve as a professor of English?
Maharaja Sayajirao University-Baroda
Which institution was set up at the time of the British rule for opposing Government
education?
Gujarat Vidyapeeth
Who set up an Ashram school at Vedchhi in South Gujarat for the upliftment of the Tribals?
Jugatram Dave
What is the mountain range in the north of Gujarat called?
Arvalli
Which was the first library in Gujarat?
Himabhai Institute
Where is the Motishahi Palace that Badshah Shahjahan got constructed?
Ahmedabad
When did the first railway start between Ahmedabad and Surat?
20-01-1863
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During which king's reign was the Capital of Gujarat moved from Ahmedabad to Champaner?
Mohemmed Begdo
When did Gujarat Vidyapeeth got the deemed university status?
In 1963
When and where was the first Ayurvedik college of Gujarat established?
Patan, in 1923
In which Gujarati poet’s style there is an influence of English and Sanskrit’s prose-poem
style?
Sundaram
Name the first Commerce college of Gujarat.
H. L. Commerce College- Ahmedabad – 1937
Which is the head quarter of Gujarat based Agricultural universities?
Dantiwada
Who was the first vice chancellor of Gujarat University?
Harsiddhabhai Divetiya
Who did Gandhiji choose as his successor to lead Dandi March if he himself got arrested?
Abbas Taiyabji
Which Gujarati was appointed as the member of the Elite society of England?
Lord Meghnad Desai
Who set up the Garibdasji Udasin Ashram in Kachchh?
Guru Nanak's disciple Shrichand
During the time of which dynasty did the area of state of Gujarat expanded the most?
Solanki dynasty
Who established the renowned Charotar education society and Vallabh Vidyanagar?
Bhailalbhai Patel
Who suggested to Gandhiji to keep 'Wheel' as the symbol of independence movement?
Gangaben Majmudar
Who played instrumental role in sharing of resources between India and Pakistan after the
partition?
H M Patel
What is the area between Una and Chorwad known as?
Nagher
Name the only King who attended all three Delhi Darbar.
Khengarji the Third
Which is the biggest port in Saurashtra?
Okha
Name the district which ranks first in potato cultivation?
Banaskatha
Which zone of the Indian Railways is applied to Gujarat?
Western Zone
Which special trees are found in Ubharat (District Navsari) – a scenic beach in Gujarat?
Cypress trees and Palm trees
How much is the coast line of Gujarat proportionately in total coast line of India?
One third
In which district is the Ghed region?
Junagadh
What is the plain in South-Western Ahmedabad which is known for the produce of wheat
called?
Bhal
Which place in Junagadh is even lower than the sea level?
Ghed
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What are Kachchh and Saurashtra known as, geographically?
Dwipkalpiya Gujarat
Where is the forest that has the Cher trees, in Gujarat?
Near the beaches in Jamnagar and Kachchh
Where in Ahmedabad are Badshah no Hajiro and Rani no Hajiro situated?
Manek Chawk
During which dynasty was the world famous Valabhi Vidyapeedth established in Gujarat?
Maitrak Dynasty
Who was the first chief judge of High Court of Gujarat?
Sundarlal Trikamlal Desai
What Satyagraha was the Dandi March a part of?
Dharasana Satyagraha
When was Gujarat University established?
In 1949
Which pond was constructed by Chandragupt Maurya in Junagadh?
Sudarshan pond
Which Commission recommended Gandhiji's ideas of education reforms?
Kothari Commission (1964-66)
Which city of Gujarat produces the maximum of crude oil?
Ankleshwar
For which crops is the Kaanam region known?
Cotton
Who was the female freedom fighter who has also been the vice chancellor of M S
University?
Dr. Hansaben Mehta
Who was the engineer of the Ellis Bridge situated at ahmedabad?
Raobahadur Himmatlal
Which hermit set up the city of Bharuch?
Maharshi Bhrugu
Who set up Vernacular society in Gujarat?
Alexander Kinlok Forbes
Who was the very popular columnist that wrote the famous women column 'Ghar ghar ni
Jyot'?
Vinodini Neelkanth
Who set up the Ayurveda College in Ahmedabad?
Bhikshu Akhandanand
Where is the red coloured Dolomite marble found in Gujarat?
Chhuchhapura
Who contributed to the making of Indian constitution with Dr. B. R. Ambedkar?
Kanaiyalal Munshi
Which is the main city in the district Sabarkantha?
Himmatnagar
Name the place of Meshwo dam Project.
Shamlaji
Which is the resort near Palanpur?
Balaram Resort
Name the variety of Wheat crop cultivated by Lokbharti, Sanosara.
Lokvan
Which district of Gujarat has minimum number of Talukas? How many?
Daang-one
In which district do we find the bird called 'Ghorad'?
Kachchh
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What is the region that connects Dwarka and Okha called?
Okha Mandal
Where is Boxite found in Gujarat?
Jamnagar
Which place in Gujarat is known as Asia's largest wind farm?
Jamnagar
How many ports are registered in Gujarat as per 2009-10 report?
41
Which Gujarati King became the first Governer of the state of Madras?
Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji
Which Gujarati was appointed as Ambassador to America?
Gaganvihari Mehta
What is the historical fort in Junagadh known as?
Uparkot fort
Where was the establishment ceremony of the State of Gujarat held?
Sabarmati Ashram, Ahmedabad
Which was the very active port in ancient Gujarat?
Bhrugu Kachchh
Where in Gujarat is the great idol of Lord Vishnu?
Shaamlaji
In which village in Gujarat did Archaeologist Dr. Hasmukh Sankalia found remains of pre
historic civilization?
Langhanaj
Who set up the Navanagar princely state?
Jam Raval
Which sect of Hinduism spread in Gujarat at the time of Gupta dynasty?
Vaishnav
Who had jointly established ATIRA that works in the field of research in Textile sector?
Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, Kasturbhai Lalbhai and Shantiswarup Bhatnagar
In which city was the first Fine Arts college of Gujarat established?
Baroda
Name the first university that works on Gandhian ideology.
Gujarat Vidyapeeth
Who has earned the repute of being the first female graduate in Gujarat?
Vidyagauri Neelkanth
Which is the Institute that turns out Rural Management professionals in Asia?
Institute of Rural Management, Anand (IRMA)
What is full form of G.I.I.T.?
Gujarat Institute of Education Technolgy
Which Gujarati was the first governor in other state? In which state?
Chandulal Trivedi, Orissa
Who constructed the Bhadra fort in Ahmedabad?
Sultan Ahmedshah
Who established Indian Homerule society in London?
Shyamji Krishna Varma
Which poem did Mirabai write on Narsinh Mehta's life?
Narsinh ka Mahyara
Which is the oldest museum of Gujarat?
Kachchh Museum
Where is the Gopaldas Haveli which is known for its artistic wooden carving?
Vaso
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Which Gujarati advocate defended Azad Hind Fauj by his sharp intellect and won the case in
the court of Law?
Sir Bhulabhai Desai
Who set up the first Teachers' Training college in Gujarat, where?
Premchand Raychand- Ahmedabad
Which liberary was established by retired justice Andrews in Surat for preserving old
books?
Andrews Library
Which is the meeting place of three states Gujarat, Maharashtra and Madhyapradesh?
Surpaneshwar
How much is the capacity of the Vanakbori Electric House?
1470 Mega Watt
Who received 'Mayo' medal for being judged as the best student in the Diploma exam of J J
School of Art, Mumbai?
Ravishankar Raval
When was Gujarat tourism department established?
1973 A.D.
In which year was Nal Sarovar declared as Birds Sanctuary?
1969 A.D.
Which coast line in Gujarat is surrounded by lime stone hills?
Gopnath
Which actor acted in the lead role in Manhar Raskapur's film Kalapi?
Sanjeevkumar
Where is India's smallest bird sanctuary in Gujarat?
Porbandar
To which district does the Dantiwada Dam Project belong?
Banaskantha
Which beach is known for fishery in Gujarat?
Veraval
At which place do the Arvalli and Vindhya mountain ranges meet on Gujarat's Eastern
border?
Pavagadh
Which port in Gujarat has the 'Lock gate'?
Bhavnagar
Which fruit is known as 'Kachchhi Mewa'?
Dried date
Which Gujarati author first used the term 'Asmita' for Gujarat's heritage?
Kanaiyalal Munshi
How many districts were formed at the time of Gujarat's establishment?
17
Which resident of Sabarkantha became governor of Andhra Pradesh?
Dr. K K Shah
Where did the first official coiners start in Ahmedabad?
Kalupur
When did documenting history start in Gujarat?
from Maurya Period
Which magazine played key role against censorship at the time of emergency?
Sadhana Weekly
When did Shyamji Krushna Varma establish 'India House'?
February, 1905
Under whose guidance was Lothal excavations take place?
Dr. S. R. Rao
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Which book having got influenced by, did Gandhiji translate to Gujarati as 'Sarvodaya'?
Unto the last
Which remains are found in Gujarat of Kshatrap age?
Stup and Viharswarup Caves
Which Jain philosopher from Gujarat did Akbar invite to his kingdom?
Acharya Hirvijaysuri
Where was the Mughal king Aurengzeb born in Gujarat?
Dahod
What is Dandakaranya of olden times known as in modern times?
Daang
In which city did Marathas rule in Gujarat?
Baroda
When was Maha Gujarat Parishad set up for Maha Gujarat movement?
September, 1956
When was Majur Mahajan Sangh set up in Gujarat?
1920
During the reign of which chief minister was the 'Kutumbpothi' - family book system
introduced for upliftment of the backwards?
Madhavsinh Solanki
When was the first State Assembly election held?
1962
Give the ancient name of Vadodara.
Vatpadra
Which Gujarati female became governor of Karnataka?
Kumudben Joshi
Who wrote the first work of Grammar in Gujarati?
Hemchandracharya
During which chief minister's reign were the districts restructured in Gujarat?
Shankarsinh Vaghela
How many islands are there in Nal Sarovar?
360
Into which bay does the Mahisagar river of district of Baroda meet?
Bay of Khambhat
Which hills are there between Danta and Palanpur?
Jessor Hills
Who has prepared the drafts from the stone engraves in Girnar by Samrat Ashok,
Mahakshatrap Rudradama and Skandgupta?
Pandit Bhagwanlal Indraji
Which freedom fighter of Gujarat took the Initiative of Exercising and Athletics in Gujarat?
Ambubhai Purani
What is the height of Girnar?
1117
On which Viceroi was a bomb thrown in Ahmedabad?
Lord Minto
What was the capital of King Bhattark, Establisher of Maitrak dynasty?
Valabhi
Who set up Champaner?
Vanraj Chavda
In which jail did Indulal Yagnik stay with Gandhiji at the time of Non cooperation movement?
Yervada Jail in Pune
Which freedom fighter was the chief justice in Gujarat high court?
Abbas Taiyebji
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Where is Mahadevbhai Desai's tomb situated? What is it known as?
At Pune, Om Samadhi
Who was the first minister of the opposition party in State assembly of Gujarat?
Nagindas Gandhi
Which Ashram did Gandhiji set up in Vardha?
Sewagram Ashram
When did Kanaiyalal Munshi serve as the governor and where?
Uttar Pradesh, 1952 to 1957
Which freedom fighter from Gujarat got the title 'Darbar'?
Gopaldas
Who died a martyr's death with Vasant in Ahmedabad, while independence movement, for
Hindu- Muslim unity?
Rajab Ali
Where was Sait Sahjanand Swami - (who lived and worked in Gujarat) - born?
Chapaiya
What is the rank of Gujarat in the country as far as nuclear electricity generation is
concerned?
2nd rank
Which region of Saurashtra is famous for the 'Tippani' folk dance?
Chorwad
Which place in Kutch isfamous for Ahir embroidery?
Dhaneti
Which place in Kutch is famous for block printing?
Dhamanka
For how many years did Gujarat have Mauryan rule?
137 Years
Who composed the poem 'Gujarat Stavano' in 1960?
Umashankar Joshi
Which dynasty ruled over Porbandar for the longest term/reign in Gujarat?
Jethwa Dynasty
Which place is famous for block printing technique called 'Ajrakh'?
Kachchh
Which place is famous for rogan-printing embroidery?
Nirona
Which place is famous for Haliputra embroidery?
Hodka
Which place in Kutchch is famous for Kutchchi Rabari embroidery?
Nakhatrana
From which place did the famous immigrant scholar Abul Fazl Ghazaruni came to Gujarat
during the reign of Mahmud Begada?
Persia
Who is known as the Father of Gujarati Drama?
Ranchhodbhai Udayram
Which folk dance of Gujarat is derived from the Sanskrit word 'garbha deep'?
Garba
Which popular form of theater in Gujarat is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Bhava'?
Bhavai
Where the Vithor fossil park is located preserving billions of years old fossils discovered
from Kachchh?
Mandvi
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Which well known Philosopher and Mathematician came to visit Gujarat during the reign of
Mahmud Begada?
Haibatullah Shah
In which century the North African traveller Ibn batuta visited Gujarat?
14th
When Vande Matram was first rendered in Gujarat?
1906
On which river the Hydroelectricity station in Surat district built?
Tapi
In which reference is history of Gujarat delineated?
Prabandh Chintamani and Mirat-e-Sikandari
Which Sultan used cannon gun for the first time?
Ahmedshah
Who is known as historian of Gujarat?
Ratnamanirao Jote
Who was the reporter of Prajabandhu and Mumbai Samachar who also reported on A to Z of
Dandi March?
Kaliprasad Dave
Which fight was called 'Dharma ladat' by Gandhiji in Gujarat?
Ahmedabad Mill Satyagraha
How long and wide is the fort in Dabhoi?
1000 yards long and 800 yards in width
In which place in district Bhavnagar are the remains of ancient times elephants & unicorn
found?
Piram bet
Which part in Gujarat was known as Laat in olden times?
Bharuch
Where is the rare stone engraving found in Gujarat that was get made by the king
Sidhdharaj?
Bhadreshwar
How many Nagarpalikas are there in Gujarat?
Eight
Which famous poem was written by Sundaram for the celebration of the formation of Gujarat
state in 1960?
Gurjari Bhoo
Which area of Gujarat is famous for Kesar mangoes?
Junagadh
Under whose undertaking the cultivation of the salty land has taken place?
Gujarat Rajya Khar Jameen Vikas Mandal
Which bird lays it’s eggs on hills of sand in the desert of Kachchh?
Flamingo
How has the famous traveller Tolemy mentioned the river Mahisagar as in his travelogue?
Mophis
In which city the famous 'Shah – E – Aalam' fair is organized?
Ahmedabad
How many seats were there in first state assembly of Gujarat?
132
What is the ancient name of Dabhoi?
Darbhavati
Name the magazine that is published by Gujarat Vernacular Society for one and a half
century.
Budhdhi Prakash (1848)
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Which known Bhavai artist has written poetic story, 'Hansaulli'?
Asait Thaker
Which school of thought has influenced Narsinh Mehta's poetry?
Prem lakshana Bhakti
What is the predominent sentiment in 'Kanhade Prabandh'?
Zeal and valour
Who wrote 'Kanhade Prabandh' which is an authentic work for Gujarat's Medieval age
History?
Poet Padmanabh
In which King's rule was poet Padmanabh popular?
Zalor Kingdom
Which school of thought has influenced Akho's poetry?
Shankarmat
What is the characteristic of literature in Sudharak Yug?
Social upliftment & Social change
Which tradition is Akho known as the initiator of?
Gnanmargi Kavyadhara
Which work based on Geeta is created by Akho?
Akhe Geeta
Which work by Premanand was rendered every Saturday?
Sudama Charitra
Which poet is honoured as 'Arvachin Yug na Arun' (the Sun of Modern Age)?
Poet Narmadashankar Labhshankar Dave
Which work by Premanand was rendered in the Hindu month 'Chaitra' every year?
Okhaharan
Which was the first poetic work in modern age - Sudharak Yug?
Bapani Pipar (Poet Dalpatram)
Which organisation did poet Dalpatram set up with the help of Alexander Kinlok Farbes?
Gujarat Vernacular Society
Which work has Dalpatram created on Chhand Shastra?
Dalpat Pingal
Which Swaminarayan sect sage did poet Dalpatram took his vows of spiritual life (Diksha)
under?
Bhumanand Swami
What was the first original Gujarati play?
Mithyabhiman
Who wrote 'Neminath Fagu'?
Poet Rajshekhar
Who wrote the book in Gujarati in 1875 entitled, 'Deshi Karigari ne Uttejan' (promotion of
Indigenous crafts)?
Hargovindas Kantawala
Which Gujarati cricketer made a record breaking partnership with Pankaj Roy?
Vinu Mankad
Which surti is considered 'Napolean of the share Bazaar'?
Premchand Raichand
Who first formed the mill owners' Association at Ahmedabad?
Ranchodlal Chhotalal
Where is the Gujarat Energy Development Authority located in Gujarat?
Vadodara
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Which Judge of Ahmedabad gave the first call to adopt the Swadeshi attitude using Indian
products in the place of imported ones?
Gopal Hari Deshmukh (1849)
In which city was the first printing press started?
Surat (1842)
By what name the period between 1920 and 1947 referred to according to the literary
history of Gujarati?
Gandhi yug
Who wrote the prize winning essay titled 'Pardeshimaal Aapna Deshman Taiyar Karva sha
upaay yojava' in 1889?
Bhavanishankar Joshi
Under whose was Stewardship the Kala Bhavan set up at Baroda?
Tribhuvandas Gajjar
In which year during the British rule Gujarat experienced the process of election for the
first time?
1883
Who was the first president of the Gujarat political conference?
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi
Who established Ahmedabad Rifle Association?
Udayan Chinubhai Baronet
Who created 'Ranmalla Chhand'?
Shridhar Vyas
Which sport Vijay Hazare was known for?
Cricket
Which renowned Gujarati Cricketer has received Padma Bhushan?
Vinu Mankad
Which Gujarati player is known for the sport of Water Polo?
Kamlesh Nanavati
In which year the first Womens' magazine in Gujarati, streebodh printed?
1857
Which two authors have jointly written the novels, 'Ame Badha'?
Jyotindra Dave and Dhansukhlal Mehta
How many parts is Munshi's Krishnavtaar divided into?
Eight
Which national award has poet Rajendra Shahreveived?
Gyanpeeth Award
Which well known poet has given the collection, 'Chhandolaya Bruhat'?
Niranjan Bhagat
Which magazine by Umashankar Joshi is considered as best in literature and journalism?
Sanskruti
In which novel by Pannalal Patel, the last note is, 'Wah re manvi taru haiyu ! Ek pa lohi na
kogla ne biji pa prit na ghuntda' ?
Malela Jeev
Who was the first Chairman of Gujarati Sahitya Parishad?
Govardhanram Tripathi
Who has contributed significantly to Gujarati language, literature and criticism?
Keshavram Kashiram Shastri
Jivan ma bhukh bhundi che ne tethi ye bhundi to bhikh che' in which novel by Pannalal Patel
does this line come?
Manvi ni Bhavai
In which novel by Munshi are the famous characters of Kaak and Manjari?
Gujarat no Nath
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Which dramatist wrote 'thoda aansu, thoda fool'?
Jayshankar ‘Sundari’
In which collection are all poems by Niranjan Bhagat taken?
Chhandolaya
Who laid foundation of poetic element 'Pad' in Gujarati medieval literature?
Narsinh Mehta
Which litterateur was known as acidic journalist?
Chandrakant Bakshi
Name the author of biography 'Narmad - arvachino ma adya'.
Kanaiyalal Munshi
Who made Prithvi chhand lucid?
Balwantrai K Thakor
Name the magazine taken out by Gujarat Vidyapeeth which was established by Gandhiji.
Vidyapeeth
What is Gujarati Vernacular society known as now-a-days?
Gujarati Vidya sabha
Which play by Navalram is an adoption of French playwright Moliere's 'Mock doctor'?
Bhatt nu Bhopalu
Which poet does Umashankar Joshi appreciate by saying, 'aankh, kaan ane naak ni kavita'?
Poet Prahlad Parekh
Who is the elegy by Narsinhrao Divetia 'Smaran Sanhita' addressed to?
to his died son Nalinkant
In the backdrop of which historical movement is R V Desai's novel 'Bharelo Agni' written?
Independence movement of 1857
Who wrote the first elegy in Gujarati? For whom?
Dalpatram - for his friend Alexander Kinlok Forbes
In which book did Govardhanram delineate character of his daughter?
Leelavati Jeevankala
Name pen name of Balashankar Ullasram Kantharia.
Bal
Who has wrote first Gujarati lyrical poems in English style modern Gujarati poetry? Name
the collection.
Poet Narsinhrao Divetiya - Kusum Mala
Which English novel is translated into Manilal Dwivedi's 'Gulabsinh'?
Lord Litton's Xenoni
Which is the play by Ramanlal Neelkanth that is strong at stagecraft?
Rai no Parvat
In which book has Swami Anand delineated characters of brave Bhatiya community that
shaped his life?
Kulkathao
What is Ramanlal Neelkanth's collection of essays known as?
Kavita ane Sahitya
Who said, 'poetry is the immortal art of the soul'?
Anandshankar Bapubhai Dhruv
Name the collection of sonnets by Balvantrai Thakor.
Bhankara
Which novel by Ramanlal Desai inspired many youth from Gujarat for rural development?
GramLakshmi
Who wrote PARODY in mordern Gujarati poetry?
Poet Ardeshar Farmanji Khabardar
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In which social play by Kanaiyalal Munshi does he write about breking free from social
evils?
Kaka ni Shashi
In which English book has Kanaiyalal Munshi discussed 'Gujarat and its Literature'?
Gujarat and its Literature
Which three act play by Darshak is based on Mahabharat?
Paritran
Who said, 'Short story means Spark'?
Gaurishankar Joshi
In Dalpatram's 'Ven Charitra' what social evil inflicting women is discussed?
child widowhood
Which library in Ahmedabad preserves Muslim literature?
Peer Muhmmadshah Library
Which is the main sentiment in 'Vasantvilas Fagu'?
Not clear
Who has written the song, 'Rakh na ramakada mara rame ramta rakhya re'?
Avinash Vyas
Who has written, 'Aa nabh jhukyu te kanji re'?
Priyakant Maniyar
Who has written the poem, 'Bhagwan no Bhaag'?
Ramesh Parekh
Who was the first researcher and editor of Gujarati folk literature?
Zaverchand Meghani
Who was the first Gujarati Urdu poet?
Wali Gujarati
Who has written the well known novel, 'Paralysis'?
Chandrakant Bakshi
Which organization was set up for Gujarati language and literature research and studies?
Social and literary association
When and where was the Gujarati Sahitya parishad's first conference held?
Ahmedabad-1905
When was Narmad Sahitya Sabha set up?
1939
Which litterateurs start to donate his body for medical research after his death?
Nanabhai Bhatt
Which magazine is published by Gujrati Sahitya Academy?
Shabda Srushti
Who made poetic translations to Gujarati from Puranas?
Poet Bhalan
Who is the creator of the Garba for Shakti Upasana?
Bhatt Vallabh Mewada
Who has written 'Kaagwani'?
Dula Bhaya Kaag
Who has written 'Sorath Tara Vaheta Paani'?
Zaverchand Meghani
Which is the main sentiment in 'Nalakhyan'?
Shrungar Ras
Which is the magazine of Guajarati Sahitya Parishad?
Parab
Who has written ‘Sambhavami Yuge Yuge’?
Harindra Dave
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Which litterateur first received Ranjitram Gold medal?
Zaverchand Meghani
Who has written the famous work Kendra ane Parigh?
Yashwant Shukla
Which poet from west seems to have inspired Narmad's poetry?
Wordworth
Which poet first used the expression, 'Gujarati Bhasha'?
Premanand
Name the long lasting Gujarati magazine.
Budhdhi Prakash
In Gujarati literature, who first wrote criticism on comic literature?
Ramanbhai Neelkanth
Who advocated Bhakti Rasa - sentiment of spirituality as an independent Rasa?
Balashankar Kantharia
Who has written the play, 'Pencil Kalar ne Minbatti'?
Aadil Mansuri
Who has written 'Jal kamal chhandi ja ne bala, swami amaro jagshe'?
Narsinh Mehta
In which play has C C Mehta expressed his experiences of Railway life?
Aag Gadi
Which poem did Zaverchand Meghani write seeing the martyrs?
Mrutyu no Garbo
Who has given the adage, 'Vaheta sathe sau koi vahe'?
Gyani Kavi Akho
Who has written, 'Tane me jhankhi che, yugo thi dhikhela prakhar sahra ni taras thi'?
Sundaram
Who has written 'Tane sambhare re, mane kem visare re'?
Premanand
Which magazine published Aadil Mansuri's first creation?
Kumar
Who has written the book, Raste bhatakto shaayar?
Shekhadam Abuwala
What is Dalpatram's play Lakshmi based on?
Plutus
Who wrote the biography of Shyamji Krushna Varma in English?
Indulal Yagnik
Who has written the award winner book 'Vyaktitva Ghadtar'?
Father Wales
By which Sanskrit play is Rasiklal Parikh's play 'Sharvilak' inspired?
Mrichchhkatikam
Which scheme in Gujarat works for overall development of Panchayats?
Teerthgram Yojna
Name the first Gujarati film made in “35 MM cinema scope”.
Dariyachhoru
In which city in his youth did Shri Aurobindo dwell?
Baroda
Who established Gujarat Kala Sangh?
Ravishankar Raval
Name the film made on a Gnanpeeth award winner novel by Pannalal Patel.
Manvi ni Bhavai
From when did Sardar Awas Scheme get implemented?
From 1972
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Which Scheme is implemented in Gujarat for folk culture preservation?
Panchvati Yojna
Which Award is instituted for commendable work by the Sarpanch, Talati, Taluka
Development Officer, Taluka – District Chairman etc.?
Gujarat Gramothhan Award
As a Gate way of Freedom, which Gram Panchayat is declared Samras Gram Panchayat?
Dandi Gram Panchayat
Where is the Railway defense training centre in Gujarat?
Valsad
When was the Religious tourism set up in Gujarat?
1995
In which city was the first registration of Housing co operation made in India?
Ahmedabad
In which city in the district Kachchh is the 'Dates research centre'?
Mundra
Which organization was set up by Durgaram Mehta for social upliftment?
Manav Dharma Sabha
Which organization was set up by Mahipatram Neelkanth following the set up of Brahmo
Samaj?
Prarthna Samaj
Name the play in which for the first time a scene depicting the airport was shown in Gujarati
theatre.
Aatmane ojhalma rakh
Uday Majumdar gave music for which movie based on Gandhiji?
Gandhi my Father
Which area of Gujarat is famous for Ponk?
Surat
Whose comic essays are collected under the title, 'Rang Tarang - part 1 to 6'?
Jyotindra H Dave
What is the portion of Calcite known as in the Gir forest in district Junagadh?
Panala Deposit
Which literary society did Narmad set up?
Budhdhivardhak Sabha
What system is suggested in Saraswatichandra for the ideal state?
Kalyangram
What is the title of Gandhiji's biography written by Narayan Desai?
Maru Jivan ej mari vaani
Who first initiated the thought provoking poetry in Gujarati?
B K Thakor
Whose biography is 'Agnikund ma ugelu gulaab'?
Mahadevbhai Desai
Who created Haaiku-Tanka-Sijo poems in Sanskrit?
Dr. Harshdev Madhav
On whose popular novel was the film Liludi Dharti made in 1968?
Chunilal Madiya
Which epic poem did poet Bhatti write?
Ravan vadh
Which poet came to Gujarat from Kashmir at the time of rule of king Karnadev?
Poet Bilhan
Which geographical movement has created the region of Kachchh?
By the lifting of Plate
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Which religion spread in Gujarat during the Solanki Dynasty?
Jain
In which mosque in Ahmedabad is there a separate prayer facility for women?
Juma Mosque
In which known hotel in Gujarat is there a collection of Brass utensils?
Vishala Hotel-Ahmedabad
What genre is more frequent in poet Dayaram's works?
Garbi
What was the Kachchh state currency known as before independence?
Kori
What was the special theme in Narmad's poems?
Vatanprem
Which is the first original comic play in Gujarati literature?
Mithyabhimaan
Which area of Ahmadabad was earlier known as Venganpur, the native of Shamal in
medieval ages?
Gomtipur
By which name poet Narmad has written the world history?
Raajyarang
Which novel is written by Mahipatram Neelkanth, a social reformer?
Saasu Vahu ni Ladaai
Personal experiences of prison life have been depicted in which novel of Manubhai Pancholi
'Darshak'?
Bandighar
What did Poet Narmad's friends call him because of his happy nature?
Laalaaji
Whose works inspired poet Narmad to write poems?
Poet Dheero
Where did Gujarati poet Bapusaheb Gayakwaad originally hail from?
Vadodara
Narmad's which poem depicts his autobiographical sketch?’
Veersinh
Whose creation is 'Ek Varyo Gopijan Vallabh'?
Poet Dayaaram
Where was medieval Gujarati poet Pritam born?
Bavala
Who reigns supreme in the field of poetic prose in Gujarati literature?
Shamal
Whose poetic line is 'Kahyu Kathe te Shano Kavi? Shikhi Vaat ne Shane Navi”?
Shamal
What was the original name of chanod, the birthplace of Kavi Dayaram?
Chandipur
Who had created the favorite verse of Gandhiji – 'Kachaba –Kachabi nu pad'?
Poet Bhoja Bhagat
Which Gujarati poet has established principle– 'Brahm Satya Jagat Mithya' of Kaivaladwait?
Gyani Kavi Akho
Name the Ashram set up by Jugatram Dave in south Gujarat for upliftment of tribal people.
Vedachhi Ashram
In which city of Gujarat Martyr Bhagatsinh's idol was set up for the first time?
Vadodara
Who has written the poem 'Hari no Hansalo', which pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi.
Balmukund Dave
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Where is the gas cracker plant in Gujarat?
Hazeera
What is the name of Kanti Madiyaa's theatrical group?
Natyasampada
Name the movie based on Vinodini Neelkanth's story, which received 13 awards.
Kashi no Dikro
Who wrote songs for 'saraswaticandra' TV serial?
Tushar Shukla
Oldest rocks of Western Gujarat are of which period?
Pre-Cambrian
Who is the musician of film 'Lakho Fulani'?
Gaurang Vyas
Which dam is constructed to curb expansion of the Kachchh desert?
Surajbari
At which place in Gujarat did the earth water research started for the first time?
Mehsana
Which geographical time is a part of Archien Age?
Dharwad
Which rocks are full of minerals in Gujarat?
Pre-Cambrian
Where is the longest Ignasian wall (Dike) in Gujarat?
Saradhar
Where in Gujarat is the Lokbharti-Sanosara institute that was set up by Nanabhai Bhatt?
Bhavnagar
What kind of pattern do the rivers in Saurashtra form?
Triangular form
Which port is on the national highway series – 3?
Kandla
In which district are the small scale industries in maximum?
Ahmedabad
Which highway is developed to connect all ports in Gujarat so as to encourage the port
industry?
Lakhpat to Umargam
Which place in Gujarat is known for turner work?
Sankheda
In which city near Surat is the plant for producing Filament yarn from wooden viscos?
Udhana
In which film the song 'Rakh na ramakada mara Rame ramta rakhya re' is taken in?
Mangalfera
Zaverchand Meghani was honoured by the title “Rashtriya Shaya'' for which popular
anthology of poems?
Yugvandana
To which district does Navlakhi port belong?
Jamnagar
Who is the author of 'Jeev ne shwas tani sagao, ghar ghadi na rakhe bhai'?
Poet Bhoja Bhagat
Name the poet who has written – 'Maru manekadu risanu re, shamalia'.
Premanand
Who created the poetic form ‘Hadula' in Gujarati literature?
Poet Dalpatraam
Manilal Dwiwedi has translated which novel of Lord Litteon?
Zenoni
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Which periodical did Aacharya Aanandshankar Dhruv bring out?
Vasant
Who experimented first with poetic forms 'muktadhara' and 'mahachhand' in Gujarati?
Aradeshar Khabardaar
What was the name of Ramanlal Neelkanth's father?
Mahipatram Neelkanth
Discourses on religion by Mahatma Gandhiji are collected in which book?
Vyapak Dharmbhavana
Who is known as 'Gandhiyug na Sahityaguru'?
Ramnarayan V Pathak
Who is the author of artistic novels like 'Bharelo Agni' and 'Divya Chakshu'?
Ramanlal V. Desai
Which was the first one act play written by Umashankar Joshi from Visapur prison?
Shahid nu Swapn
Which anthology of poetry by Zaverchand Meghani comprises poems on Gandhiji?
Bapu na Parna
In which collection of poems did Zaverchand Meghani write revolutionary songs about
independence and dependance?
Sindhudo
By which name Bhavai Mandali was known in Gujarat?
Peda
Name the magazine for which Snehrashmi was imprisoned for nine months.
Satyagrah
Who tried first to write World History in Gujarati language?
Poet Narmad
Aacharya Aanandshankar Dhruv was vice chancellor of which university?
Varanasi Hindu University
Where did Ashtavakra Muni write Geeta to express his opinions?
Prabhas Patan
Which branch of Samved is preserved in Gujarat?
Kauthumiya
By which name the performers of Bhavai are known?
Bhavaiya
Who was the script writer of strolling players (bhavai) like 'Jasama Odan', 'Zunda Zulan' and
'Raja Deghan'?
Asait Thakar
Who is the creator of 'Sangeet Kaladhar' scripture?
Dhyalal Shivram Nayak
What was the group of men called playing female characters in Bhavai?
Kanchalia
To which city does Rupayatan handicraft industry belong?
Junagadh
Which lake of Gujarat has been referred in Vishnupuran?
Narayan Sarovar
Who has created the famous Sanskrit poem 'Kumarpal Charitam' that talks about the kings of
Chalukya dynasty in Gujarat?
Hemchandracharya
Which is the famous scripture by Shri Rang Avdhoot Maharaj?
Shri Guruleelamrut
Who translated Sanskrit poet Bhaan's book Kadambari to Gujarati?
Poet Bhalan
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In which city was Sacred fire (Yagna) held by Bali Raja, as it is known in mythology?
Bharuch
Which Department is set by Government of Gujarat for the development and administration
of libraries in Gujarat?
Library Department
Who set up Arya Kanya Vidyalaya in Porbandar?
Nanji Kalidas
Whose spiritual heir isVinoba Bhave who started Bhudaan movement known to be?
Gandhiji
Which is the only lipi preserved in Gujarat's manuscript collections?
Pandu Lipi
Which poet has poetically translated the tenth canto of Shrimad Bhagwad?
Poet Bhalan
In which embroidery tradition do the artisans make a geometrical design of a shape of a
diamond?
Mahajan Embroidery
In which lipi is the noted text on Sanskrit Aesthetics 'Kavya Mimansa' printed?
Pandu Lipi
Where is the noted text on Sanskrit Aesthetics 'Kavya Mimansa' preserved?
Hemchandracharya Gnan Bhandar, Patan
In which age was Bhadrakali temple in Ahmedabad constructed?
Maratha Age
Which organization of Gujarat got international fame for printing edited chapters of Valmiki
Ramayan with appreciation?
Prachya Vidyamandir, Vadodara
Which film by Mrinal Sen was picturised in Gujarat?
Bhuvan Shome
Which genius from Gujarat separately set up collections called 'Bharat Samhita' and 'Jay
Samhita' from Mahabharata which contains one lac shlokas?
K K Shastri
Which hymn by Shankaracharya is poetically translated to Gujarati by poet Mitthu Hans?
Saundaryalahari
When was Ahmedabad Education Society set up, which now is active as a very reputed state
level University?
1935
What is the monthly for popularizing Sanskrit language by Brihad Gujarat Sanskrit Parishad
known as?
Sammanasyam
Which visionary from Gujarat contributed significantly in the field of Hindu and Jain
philosophy even after losing his eyes at the age of 17 on account of?
Pandit Sukhlalji
Who did Gandhiji give a title of Gujarat Bhushan?
Jaykrishna Thaker, Kachchh
What was the ancient name of Godhra?
Goruhak
Where is the temple of Lord Ghantakarna Mahavir who was the 30th of 52 Jain deities?
Mahudi
Where in Gujarat is the organization which is associated with Vedmurti Satvalekar who
edited the compilations of the four Vedas?
Killa Pardi (District Valsad)
Which litterateur from Gujarat were home minister and chief judge of Mumbai state?
Kanaiyalal Munshi
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Which embroidery tradition do the artisans make in the Kathi population villages of Amreli
district?
Moti Embroidery
Which river is known as 'Rudra Kanya' in Puranas?
Narmada
To which saint is the name of Pipavav port of Gujarat associated?
Sant Pipaji
By which name the head of Bhavai mandali is known?
Nayak
What phrase is used for Manilal Dwivedi in Gujarati literature?
Abhed Marg na Pravasi
Who experiment maximum with the type of poetry 'Rekhta'?
Poet Dayaram
Which is the first translated play in Gujarati?
Lakshmi
Which magazine did Navalram run?
Gujarati Shalapatra
Who wrote the Ghazal, 'gujaare je shire tare, jagat no nath te saheje'?
Balashankar Kanthariya
Which is the first text on criticism in Gujarati?
Navalgranthavali
Who wrote the Ghazal, 'Jigar no yaar judo to badho sansar judo che'?
Balashankar Kanthariya
Which language did poet Bhalan study in depth?
Sanskrit
Who wrote the original Kadambari that was translated into Gujarai by Bhalan?
Baan Bhatt
Who started writing 'Kadvabadhdha Akhyan' in Gujarati?
Bhalan
In which text did Bhalan use the term 'Akhyan' for the first time?
Nalakhyan
Who is known as 'Vividh Dharmanuyayi' because of his religious understanding?
Poet Bhalan
Who made a statement - 'A prince of Plagiarists' for Premanand?
Kanaiyalal Munshi
Who was known as the best translation poet in medieval poetry in Gujarati?
Poet Bhalan
What adjective has Umshankar Joshi used for Akha?
Hasto Filsuf
Who wrote the work 'Rasik Vallabh'?
Poet Dayaram
Who has written'Joonu to thayu re deval'?
Meerabai
Who first talked about Shudhdhadwait Sidhdhant?
Poet Dayaram
Which work by Jaydev did impress Narsinh Mehta a lot?
Geet Govind
Which age is known as ancient Gujarati age?
1100 to 1400
Which work is created by Padmanabh?
Kanhade Prabandh, 1456
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What is the 17th century known as in Gujarati medieval poetry?
Age of peace and prosperity
What is the age from 1400 to 1800 known as in Gujarati literature?
Medieval Gujarati poetry age
What are the words in Gujarati that are directly adopted from Sanskrit known as?
Tatsam
Which is believed to be the oldest work of Gujarati medieval poetry?
Bharteshwar – Bahubaliraas
Whose love story is depicted in Kanhade Praband that tells history of Saltanat time in
Gujarat?
Alauddin Khilji's daughter Piroja and Zalor's prince Virmade
Who has written 'Jamo thal jivan jau vaari'?
Bhumanand Swami
Who has written 'Tyag na take re vairagya vina'?
Nishkulanand Swami
Who has written 'Udhdhav gita' and 'Sati gita'?
Muktanand Swami
Who said 'Pre-eminent place in the galaxy of Indian Poets' for Narsinh Mehta?
Narsinhrao Divetiya
Which Fagu poem is believed to be the best in medieval poetry?
Vasant Vilas
Which is known as first Barmasi poem in medieval poetry?
Neminath Chatushyadika
What is the age that started with Narsinh Mehta known as?
Bhakti Yug
Which were the two cine magazines in Gujarati?
Mauj Majah and Chitrapat
Who has used adjectives like 'Khara Ilmi, khara shura' (real magic, real mettle) for Narsinh
and Meera?
Kalapi
Who has written Raas Sahastrapadi?
Narsinh Mehta
In which work by Hemchandracharya are Apbhransh duha found?
Sidhdhahemshabdanushasan
What are the languages that derived from Prakrit?
Apbhransha
Which poet from Bhavnagar was given the title of 'Raj Kavi'?
Poet Dalpatram
On which Gujarati film, nine other films in different languages are made?
Mahiyar ni Chundadi
Which magazine was started by Indulal Yagnik in 1915?
Navjivan and Satya
Who made film Kanku that was showcased in Chicago international film festival – 1969?
Shantilal Rathod
Which was the first film that got international repute?
Kanku
Which film was made on Chunilal Vardhaman Shah's novel?
Jigar ane Amee, 1970
Which film on Pannalal Patel's novel was showcased in Chicago international film festival –
1969?
Kanku
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Who made the President's Award winner film 'Kasumbi no Rang' in 1969?
Manu Gadhvi
Which Hindi film is based on Gujarati film Mahiyar ni Chundadi that came in 1983?
Sajan Ka Ghar
Which Gujarati actress received the best actress award in Chicago international film festival
- 1969 for film Kanku?
Pallavi Mehta
Which poetic work by Kalapi was made into a film?
Hradayatriputi
Who first made the blocks of Gujarati alphabets?
Jijibhai Behramji Chhapgar
Who started the magazine 'Rastgoftaar' in 1851?
Dadabhai Navroji
Which Gujarati film was showcased in Indian International film festival in Delhi in 1993?
Hun Hunshi Hunshilal
Which Gujarati magazine was started by Ichchharam Suryaram Desai from Mumbai in 1880?
Gujarati
Which magazine was first published with lead blocks in Gujarati language?
Budhdhiprakash
Which magazine was started by Bhanubhai Karbhari from Ahmedabad in 1898?
Prajabandhu
Which silent film was made in 1998 that expressed the theme of care for nature and
environment?
Saad
Who started magazine 'Saurashtra' from Ranpur in 1912?
Amrutlal Sheth
What name did Gandhiji give to Indulal Yagnik's Navjivan and Satya and continue?
Navjivan
Which was the first talking short film in Gujarati?
Chavchav no Murabbo
Which magazine was started by Kakalbhai Kothari in 1931?
Phoolchhab
Who started magazine 'Vande Matram' in Gujarati from Mumbai?
Amrutlal Sheth
Which evening daily did Amrutlal Sheth start from Mumbai?
Janmabhoomi
Which daily did Kakalbhai Kothari publish from Ahmedabad?
Prabhat
Champakbhai Reshamwala converts which Gujarati weekly into daily?
Gujarat Mitra, 1936
Which play did Dalpatram write in the beginning of Modern Gujarati literature?
Mithyabhimaan
Who has written the play 'Guru Govindsinh'?
Poet Kant
Who has written the tragedy 'Lalita Dukh Darshak'?
Ranchhodram U. Dave
Who has written the play 'Kanta'?
Manilal Dwivedi
Who has written the play 'Bhatt nu Bhopalu'?
Navalram
By which name did Dahyabhai Dholshaji set up the Drama Company?
Shri Deshi Natak Samaj
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Who set up 'Mumbai Gujarati Natak Mandali'?
Bapulal Nayak
In which play there comes the popular song, 'Sayabo maro Gulab no Chhod, Veli hu to
Laving ni'?
Hansakumari
In which play there the popular song, 'Jhat jao Chandanhar lavo, ghunghat nahi kholu re'
taken in?
Vallabhipati
Which monologue was written by Chandravadan C. Mehta?
Laliya Parapar
Which Institution was set up for theatre activities by C. C. Mehta in Baroda?
Kala-samaj
Which tri monthly for Indian theatre was started by Nrusinh Vibhakar?
Rangbhoomi
Who started the weekly 'Gujarat Mitra'?
Dinshaw Taliyar Khan, 1864, Surat
Where did Narottam Shah started the daily Jayhind?
Rajkot, 1948
Which film was made on Ramanlal Vasantlal Desai's novel?
Kokila-Purnima
What is the name of the chief female character in Premanand's Abhimanyu Akhyaan?
Uttara
For which Gujarati film did Avinash Vyas first give Lyrics and Music?
Gunsundari noGharsansar
Who wrote the play Sidhdharth-Budhdha?
Nrusinh Vibhakar
Who got the title 'Natya Maharshi' in Gujarati theatre?
Prabhulal Dwivedi
Who received the Best Dramatist Award from the Government of India in 1961?
Prabhulal Dwivedi
Who has written the plays 'Devi Vatsala', 'Malavpati Munj', 'Vadilo na vaanke' and 'Sampatti
mate'?
Prabhulal Dwivedi
Which play by Kant has been performed so many times?
Jhalim Tuliya
Which is the longest Akhyaan of 165 Kadvas by Premanand?
Dasham Skandh
By performing the role of a lunatic king, in which play did Manilal got popular as 'Pagal'?
Zeri chhoori
How many Roles were incorporated in the first edition of Mahipatram Rupram Neelkanth's
Bhavai Sangrah?
15
Whose life sketch is written by Mahipatram Neelkanth?
Karshandas Mulji
Which Historical Gujarati film was made by Indulal Yagnik?
Pavagadh nu Patan
Who did Shamal write the lines 'Rakhiyal Rudo Rajvi, Bhoj Samovad Bhoop' for?
Rakhidas
Under which banner did Indulal Yagnik make the film Pavagadh nu patan?
Young India, 1928
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Which Gujarati poet has written the song 'Mohe Panghat pe Nandlal' in the film Mughal-e-
Azam?
Raghunath Brahmbhatt
For which play did Raghunath Brahmbhatt write the song 'Mohe Panghat pe Nandlal'?
Chhatravijaya
For which Gujarati play, Mughal-e-Azam film's famous song 'Mohe Panghat pe Nandlal' was
actually written?
Chhatravijaya
Who was the editor of the first cine magazine in India?
Jayshankar Khodidas Dwivedi
In which film there the song, 'Bhabhi tame thoda thoda thao varnagi' taken in?
Gunsundari no Gharsansar
Who wrote the play Rustom and Sohrab?
Aedabji Khori, 1870
Who has written the song 'Keva re malela mann na mel' that is taken up in the film Kashi no
dikro?
Anil Joshi
What is the cuckoo origin bird Bapaiyo also known as in Gujarat?
Papiha
Who wrote and composed the song 'Bhabhi tame thoda thoda thao Varnagi' in the film
'Gunsundari no Gharsansar'?
Avinash Vyas
Which was the first film of Avinash Vyas as composer?
Sati Ansuya
Which was the first film made in Lucky studio – Halol?
Santu Rangili
In which Gujarati film the Hindi film star Rajendrakumar who is known as Jubilee Kumar has
acted?
Mehndi Rang Lagyo
In which Gujarati film did the Bengali actress Rita Bhaduri first act?
Lakho Fulani
Who has acted in the lead role in the Hindi film Saraswatichandra?
Nutan
Who has written the book 'Pakshi Jagat' that gives information about birds in Gujarat?
Pradyuman Kanchanrai Desai
Which Gujarati film was first made in the Capital of Gujarat Gandhinagar?
Dharti na Ami
How many types of wild mammals are found in Gujarat?
107 types
How many types of pet mammals are found in Gujarat?
12 types
By what name is the white eared Bulbul known in Gujarat?
Jogido in Kachchh and Kanra Nightingale in Saurashtra
Where is the biggest Aviary of India?
Indroda Natural Park,Gandhinagar
What is The Indian Robin known as in forest area of Kachchh?
Kali Buchak
Which bird from the Roller origin comes to Saurashtra in Winter?
Kashmiri Chas
Which famous bird attracts the female by its amazing art of weaving the nest?
The Common Weaver Bird
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What is the English name of Bharat or Jalagan that keeps singing in high skies from morning
till evening?
Sky Lark
What is the cuckoo origin bird Bapaiyo also known as in Saurashtra?
Kharadiyo
Which company had for the first time issued partly convertible debantures in the Indian
Share Market?
Reliance Industries
Which architectural construction of the Sultanate era situated in Memdavad is a site worth
visiting?
Bhammariyo Well
Who established the independent rule of Gurjar Pratihars?
Nagbhatt the First
Who was Daasi Jivan?
Saint of Ravibhan Sact
'Vicharpradhan kavita ej dwijotam jaati ni kavita chhe.' Which literary analyst gave this
principle?
Poet Balvantray Thakor
In which of his compositions has Poet Nanalal applied the experiment of epic poem?
Kurushetra
Name the historical book written by Sundaram on critique or review of poetry.
Arvachin Kavita
Who is the writer of the famous novels like 'Akhovan', Aapghaat', 'Allabeli'?
Gunvantray Acharya
Who is the writer of 'Liludi Dharti'?
Chunilal Madiya
What is the alias name of Labhshankar Thakar?
Punarvasu
What is the original name of the litterateur who writes with the alias name of 'Savyasachi'?
Dhirubhai Thakar
Who founded the Gujarat Chambers of Commerce in 1949?
Kasturbhai Lalbhai & Amrutlal Hargovandas
Who has written the poetry collections namely, 'Valank', 'Pagrav', 'Satat'?
Adil Mansoori
Name the poet who has written the poetry collection called 'Yugvandana'.
Zaverchand Meghani
Which is the popular monthly magazine in Gujarati published since 1924?
Kumar
Who was the doctor who became the chief minister of Gujarat after being at the post of
Dean, G.S.Medical College, Mumbai and Dean, Baroda Medical College?
Jivraj Mehta
The dictionary of Physical exercise science was published from which place?
Rajpipla
Which Gujarati woman is considered to be a leading industrialist?
Sumati Morarji
Whose autobiography is 'Smaranyatra'?
Kakasaheb Kalelkar
'Kala e anukaran nathin, sarjan chhe.' Name the litterateur who has made this statement.
Ramnarayan V. Pathak
Who made the film on poet Kalapi's life?
Manhar Raskapur
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Which city of Gujarat has the maximum number of underground wells?
Mehsana
Which was the first Conservation Reserve in Gujarat?
Chharidhandh
Kavi Nanalal created which style of writing poetry in order to free poetry from 'chhand'?
Dolan
The White-backed Munia is seen in which district of Gujarat?
Dang
Which is the lone collection of poems written by Govardhanram?
Snehmudra
In the beginning of his career, what was the alias name used by Sursihji Takhtsinhji for
writing poetry?
Madhukar
How many short stories are included in Shamal's 'Sudabahoteri'?
72
Which natural phenomenon is responsible for the separation of Daman and Diu.
Bay of Khambhat
Anandshankar Dhruve was a Professor of which subject in Gujarat College of Ahmedabad?
Sanskrit
Who has written 'Swarg ni Nisarani'?
Premanand
Which district was separated from Surat in 2007?
Tapi
Who is the writer of the book titled, 'Hindu Ved Dharma'?
Anandshankar Dhruv
Which is considered to be the first raas of medieval Gujarati literature?
Bharateshwar-Bahubali Raas
Who is the writer of 'Vasantvilas Phagu'?
Unknown
Which Gujarati literary personality has presented to the country the idea of tree plantation
through forest festivals?
Kanaiyalal Munshi
The celebration of the week-long Forest Animal Festival starts on the birth anniversary of
which great personality?
Mahatma Gandhi
Which area of Gujarat has been declared as 'Biospheric Reserve'?
Kachchh
Of the 12 bio-geographic areas in India, how many are there in Gujarat?
Four
In how many agroclimactic zones is Gujarat divided?
Eight
Name the Gujarati statesman who was posthumously awarded Bharat Ratna.
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Which area of Gujarat has been selected as an alternative lion sanctuary?
Barda
Where is the largest saline desert in the world located?
Kachchh
When was the Gir Lion project started?
1972
Which sanctuary in Gujarat is considered the largest area for night halt for the migrant bird
Pattai?
Velavadar
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In which district of Gujarat were the fossils of vegetation found?
Surendranagar
What is the meaning of the name of the serpent Dhaman seen in good numbers in Gujarat?
A Rope
Which serpent seen in Gujarat is recognized as a 'two-faced' serpent?
Andhali Chakan
Fossils of which serpent, seen in Gujarat, having legs have been found?
Python
Which serpent, existing in Gujarat, has a mark like an arrow on its head?
Furaso
The circumference of which tree located in the village Pal in Sabarkantha is 12.4 meters?
Rukhdo
In his autobiography the Mughal emperor has noted which forest of Gujarat as having a
large number of elephants?
The forests of Pawagadh and Rajpipala
What are fire flies called in Gujarat?
Aagiya
In which district of Gujarat the highest numbers of protected areas (five) are located?
Kachchh
According to the new approach of 'forest culture' from where did the forest festival begin in
2004?
Punitvan , Gandhinagar
Name the Gujarati statesman who was the Prime Minister of India and the recipient of
Bharat Ratna.
Morarji Desai
In which year did Taataar Khan the first Muslim regent take refuge in Gujarat whenTaimur
Lung invaded Delhi?
1398 AD
Name the first free port in Gujarat.
Kandla
In which district of Gujarat is the 'Malava Plateu' located?
Vadodara
Which bird, seen easily in Gujarat, does not have a crest?
Devchakali
The creation of Ahmedabad city is based on the basis of which city of Gujarat?
Patan
Name the first collection of poems in Gujarati literature.
Kavyadohan
Who founded the Maha Gujarat Janata Parishad?
Indulal Yagnik
By which name is Lord Krishna called by tribals around Shamlaji ?
Kaliya Dev
Which is the oldest polytechnic in Gujarat?
R. C. Technical
Name the economist from Gujarat who has served as India's Minster of Finance?
Dr. H. M. Patel
Located in Ahmedabad and considered as a wonder of architecture, the Jhulta Minara were
built by whom?
Sidi Bashir
Name the musician who created the background score for the film Kaashi No Dikro?
Kshemu Divetiya
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Who was the writer of the first collection of poems in Gujarati?
Kavishwar Dalpatram
For her contribution to which folk dance was the empress Govardhankumari of Santrampur
given the Padamshree Award?
Ghumar
Which scheme of the Government of Gujarat has won the Asian Innovation award?
Chirajeevi Scheme
In which year did Gandhiji leave Porbandar to pursue higher studies?
1888 AD
From which constituency of Gujarat was the first Chief Minister Dr. Jivraj Mehta elected?
Amreli
Which musical work did Pandit Adityaram – who has won titles like Gyaanacharya and
Mrudangacharya - write?
Sangeetaditya
Which award did the Government of Gujarat get from the Government of India in 2008?
Tourism Award
Which is the oldest mill in Saurashtra?
New Jehangir Vakil Mill
Where was the oldest mill - the New Jehangir Vakil Mill - located in Saurashtra?
Bhavnagar
Name the city that has the highest number of seats in the Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha) in Gujarat?
Ahmedabad
Where is the largest hydropower generation plant located in Gujarat?
Surat
Which city was the first beneficiary of the E Governance in Gujarat?
Ahmedabad
Which extrusive volcanic rock popular for contributing raw materials for construction
projects in Gujarat dates from the Jurassic period?
Sand rock of Dhrangadhra
Till which year could the feudal system of governance remain active in Gujarat?
1576 AD
Who started the periodical Chitralekha?
Vaju Kotak
Who does the famous comedy writer Taarak Mehta consider his Guru?
Jyotindra H. Dave
Which city of Gujarat did Baiju Bavra, who defeated Tansen, belong to?
Champaner
Who was born in the Kayavarohan near Vadodara?
Bhagwan Lakuleesh
In Gujarati literature, who was the first poet to compose Garba?
Vallabh Mevada
Where in Gujarat is the ashram Shrimad Rajchadra, Gandhiji's spiritual mentor, established?
Agaas
Who created the fundamentals of Gujarati grammar?
Hemchandracharya
Which ruler's court did the altruists Vastupal and Tejpal serve as ministers?
Rulers of the Vaghela dynasty
Where in Kutch is the Sun Temple?
Kotyark
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What kind of stone is the idol of Chaturbhuj Vishnu in the famous Shamlaji (located on the
border of Gujarat and Rajasthan) temple made of?
Black marble
Who started the Kutchi Gharana in the field of arts?
Ramsinh Malam
Which ruler had his inscriptions made on the Ashoka's inscription stone in Junagadh?
Rudradaman
The Somnath Tirth that is home to one of the 12 Jyotirlingams of India is also known by
which ancient name?
Prabhas Patan
Name the lake that was created as a result of a dam being built on the river Suvarnasikta by
Chandragupta Maurya (322 – 298 BC) to meet the irrigation needs of the areas around
Junagadh.
Lake Sudarshan
From which of village of Kutch were 65 millionyear old fossils of reptiles found?
Virigam
Which igneous volcanic rock available from Kutch and Saurashtra is used in construction?
Basalt
For which religious cult Kayavarohan (near Vaodara) is the center?
Pashupat
Which member of a royal family, following Gandhiji, abdicated his throne to join the freedom
struggle?
Darbar Gopaldas
What was Porbandar known as in the 10th century AD?
Pourvelakul
Who was the first historian to document the history of Ahmedabad?
Maganlal Vakhatchand Sheth
What was the capital of the Maitrak a Dynasty that followed the GuptDynasty in Gujarat?
Valbhipur
Which corporation has made significant contributions the development of industries in
Gujarat?
Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC)
What was the maiden name of Minal Devi, an Empress during Solanki Era?
Mayanalla Devi
18 out of 19 members in Gujarat's first Legislative Assembly (established by Alexander
Forbes) Name the 19th and only Gujarati -Indian member?
Maganlal Vakhatchand Sheth
In the field of road transportation, which corporation in India achieves the most kilometres
for every litre of diesel that it consumes?
Gujarat Road and Transportation Corporation Ltd. (GRCTC)
Who was the first editor of Gujarat's oldest periodical Buddhi Prakash?
Maganlal Vakhatchand Sheth
Which mayor had Kankariya Lake renovated on the 500th anniversary of Ahmedabad?
Chinubhai Sheth
Who developed the areas near the zoo and children's park near Kankariya Lake?
Reuben David
Which mayor of Ahmedabad's influence went as far as the Mughal court?
Nagar Sheth Shantidas Jhaveri
Which mayor of Ahmedabad was referred to as 'uncle' by the Mughal Emperor Jahangir?
Sheth Shantidas Jhaveri
Where was the Urdu poet Vali Gujarati, popular in the later Mughal Era, from?
Ahmedabad
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How many medium-scale ports, with exports and imports of 1 lakh tonnes, are there in
Gujarat?
11
Name the board for management and development of the ports in Gujarat.
Gujarat Maritime Board
Which temple in Gujarat built in the 5th century still exists?
The temple of Gop
What was the name of Dwarka before Lord Krishna founded it?
Kushasthali
Which ruler of Solanki Era ruled over Patan when Mahmud of Gazni invaded Somnath?
Bhimdev the First
Who got the construction of Rudra Mahalaya completed?
Siddhraj Jaysinh
Which ruler of the Solanki Era had the Rudra Mahalaya built?
Mulraj Solanki
Having refused lucrative job, Acharya Anandshankar Dhruv chose to become a professor in
which college?
Gujarat College
Which Samvat did Siddhraj Jaysinh start?
Sinh Samvat What was Patan called when it was the capital of Gujarat during Sultanate period?
Naharwala
Which book is the most definitive source of the history of Sultanate period in Gujarat?
Miraat-E-Sikandari
Which pol was the first to be established after the city of Ahmedabad was founded by
Emperor Ahmed Shah?
Mahurt Pol (Manek Chowk)
During the rule of which Mughal emperor did the royal mint in Ahmedabad commence
minting coins?
Emperor Akbar
In which year was Gandhiji accused of treason and sentenced for six years in prison?
1922
Who pleaded for Captain Shahnawaz, Captain Dhillon and Captain Lakshmi of the Indian
National Army (Azad ind Fauj) in the famous Red fort trial ?
Bhulabhai Desai
Under what name are Gandhiji's collection of writings, lectures, letters, etc. published?
Collected words of Mahatma Gandhiji
What did Narsinh Mehta do to earn livelihood after been termed ‘idiot’ by his sister-in-law?
Ayurvedic Physician
How many languages did poet Dayaram know?
12
Which society did the great patron of Gujarati language and literature, Alexander Kinloch
Forbes, establish in 1848 AD?
Gujarat Vernacular Society
What was poet Dalpatram fond of composing in his childhood years?
Hadula (Rhymes)
Which social reformist established the school where poet Narmad was educated?
Durgaram Mehta
What was Govardhanram Tripathi's profession?
Lawyer
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In order to compile which historical account of dynasties of Gujarat did Alexander Forbes
travel on foot?
Raas Mala
Which Gujarati author did not follow norms of writing?
Balwantrai K. Thakore
Who was the first poet to experiment with and introduce lyrical poetry in Gujarati?
Narsinhrav Divetia
Which sultan of the Sultanate period was known as the SaintSultan?
Muzaffarshah the
Name the historian who recorded the history of medieval Gujarat.
Manekshah Sohrabshah Commissariate
How many autonomous bodies operate in Gujarat to promote development of industrial
sectors?
51
Which theater company did Jayanti Dalal pioneer?
Desi Natak Company
Name the collection of poems by Niranjan Bhagat that added a new dimension to Gujarati
poetry.
Chhandolay
Which award did Gujarat Sahitya Sabha start from 1928 in memory of Ranjitram Mehta?
Ranjirtam Suvarna Chandrak
Which institution did Kanaiyalal Munshi establish in Mumbai with a view to revive Indian
Culture?
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan
Name the playwright, who started the voluntary unpaid theater tradition?
Chandravadan C. Mehta
Who did Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel appoint as the Agent General of Hyderabad?
Kanaiyalal Munshi
Which is the first collection of stories by Gulabdas Broker?
Lata and Other Stories
In which school of Ahmedabad did, author and educationist, Zinabhai Desai work as a
teacher and administrator?
Sheth C. N. Vidya Vihar
Why did the noted novelist, playwright and essaywriter Manubhai Pancholi drop out of
school at the age of 16?
To join the Satyagraha
Which institution did the noted author Makran Dave establish to study the ecology of the
tribal areas in the district of Valsad?
Nandigram
Under which title was the entire collection of Ghazal poetry of Amrut Ghayal published?
Atho Jam Khumari
Name the university, the literatures and educationalist Manubhai Pancholi (Darshak)
established to provide higher education in the rural areas.
Lokbharti Gram Vidyapeeth
Who deserves credit for introducing Ghazals in Gujarati dialects?
Amrut Ghayal
Inspired by the novels of Pannalal Patel, which was the first novel written byIshwar
Petlikar?
Janmtip
Which newspaper column by journalist and author Ishwar Petlikar became very popular?
Lok Sagar Ne Teere Teere
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Which collection of poems by the Ghazal poet Adil Mansuri won the Best Book Award by the
Government of Gujarat?
Pagrav
Name the three-part drama written by Chandrakant Bakshi.
Jyuthika
What was the family business of the poet Priyakant Maniyar?
Making bangles
How many seats does Gujarat have in Lok-sabha?
26
Which humorous writer has won the Best Book Award five times?
Vinod Bhatt
Who started Saurashtra Trust and news paper Jan ma Bhoomi?
Amrutlal Sheth
Who started the first pictorial magazine in Gujarati - Vismi Sadi?
Haji Muhammad Alarakhia Shivji
Name the first collection of humourous articles by Ratilal Borisagar.
Marak Marak
Which institution of music did Pandit Omkarnath Thakur start in Bharuch?
Gandharv Niketan
Name the book Pandit Omkarnath Thakur wrote on Music?
Sangeetanjali
Which people's party did the Gujarati journalist Shamaldas Gandhi form to persuade the
Nawab of Junagadh to merge in India?
Arzi Hukumat
After listening to whom, the ruler of Gondal, Naresh Bhagwatsinhji, appoint him as the Court
Singer?
Shivkumar Shukla
Who honoured the musician Shivkumar Shukla with the tile of Sangeet RasRaaj?
Pandit Omkarnath Thakur
Which musician-singer introduced the classical music of the north of India to Gujarat?
Rasiklal Andhariya
In which conference, held in Budapest in 1953, did Pandit Omkarnath represent India?
World Peace Conference
Which musician has earned a status to the music as equal to the modern dance styles in
Gujarat?
Atul Desai
Which is India's first Gokuliyu village?
Raysan
Name the children’s magazine that Shamaldas Gandhi statred.
Ramakdu
When was the capital of Gujarat moved from Ahmedabad to Gandhinagar?
1970
When did the capital Gandhinagar acquire its name?
1969 A.D.
Name the founder of Kumar Magazine?
Bachubhai Rawat and Ravishankar Raval
When did the Secretariat in Gandhinagar begin functioning?
1985 A.D.
Who established the first Gujarat Sahitya Sabha in Ahmedabad?
Ranjitram Mehta
Who first informed Gandhiji about the unjust taxes levied at Viramgam Junction?
Motilal Darji
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Where did the first Gujarat Rajkeey Parishad meet?
Godhara
Which Chief Minister of Gujarat promoted the trilevel panchayat?
Balwantrai Mehta
Which district in Gujarat has the maximum seats in the Legislative Assembly (Vidhan
Sabha)?
Ahmedabad
Name the weekly started by Karsandas Mulji?
Satyaprakash
Whose prolonged revolt did Okha-Dwarka region witness during revolt of 1857?
The revolt of the Vaghers
Which state did Shyamji Krushna Verma, who led revolutionary activities abroad, serve as
the chief minister?
Junagadh
Who was the man behind the ‘Zanda Satyagrah’ in Nagpur?
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Where was Sardarsinh Rana, who led revolutionary activities abroad, born?
Kantharia (Limdi)
Name the style of architecture of the Somnath temple?
Nagar style
Name the writer of the famous play Karnsundri?
Poet Bilhan
Who founded the Raniparaj Service Society for the upliftment of tribals of South Gujarat?
Jugatram Dave
Which Purana has a chapter titled Sabhramati Mahatmaya describing the importance of river
Sabarmati?
Padma Purana
What is the source of the history of Maitrak dynasty?
Copper Plates
Name the social worker known as Vedchee No Vadlo?
Jugatram Dave
Based on the recommendations of which committee has the government of Gujarat accepted
the principle of decentralisation of governance?
Balwantrai Mehta Committee
Name the poet, who has discussed the issue of widow marriages in his Ven Charitra.
Poet Dalpatram
From which port was most of India's trade with West Asia carried out during Gupt Period.
Bharuch
When was the first volume of Gujarati Vishvakosh (encyclopedia) published?
1989 AD
Who started Gujarat's first Uttar Buniyadi school?
Babalbhai Mehta
Which port in Gujarat became vital for the entire nation after the partition?
Kandla
When was the Lalit Kala Academy founded in Gujarat?
1961
Name the city, established for rehabilitation of refugees and asylum-seekers from Pakistan?
Gandhidham
Who accompanied Shamaldas Gandhi during the Aarzi Hakumat?
Manubhai Pancholi
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What was the earlier name of Fulchhab – the newspaper that played a vital role in the
independence struggle?
Saurashtra
Name the Chief Minister who declared that Gujarat's new capital will be named Gandhinagar
in honour of Gandhiji?
Dr. Jivraj Mehta (19 March 1960)
Where did the first kindergarten start in Gujarat?
Vaso (District Anand)
Who started first 'Circulating Library' for women in Gujarat?
Ranchhodlal Chhotalal
Who started first mobile 'Travelling Dispensary' in Gujarat?
Ranchhodlal Chhotalal
During the struggle for independence, which Punjabi revolutionary preached and publicised
exercises and national feelings in Bhavnagar and Saurashtra under the alias Swamirao?
Azad Prithvisinh Jhala
When did the first Gujarati traders reach Java?
75 AD
Which Gujarati play was performed in Russian in Tashkent in 1959 AD?
Chhoru - Kachhoru
Who translated Jaydev’s Geetgovind in Gujarati?
Keshav Harshad Dhruv
Who wrote the play Chhoru – Kachhoru that was performed in Russian in Tashkent in 1959
AD?
Pragji Dosa
Who translated the Sankrit play Hanuman in Gujarati?
Pandit Manilal Dwivedi
Which playwright of Saurashtra was honoured as the best Playwright by the Government of
India?
Prabhulal Trivedi
Where is Skand Puran believed to have been written?
Vadnagar
Which Sufi saint of Visnagar wrote divotional songs devoted to Radha-Krishna?
Anwar Kazi
When was Gujarat Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha) moved from Ahmedabad to
Gandhinagar?
1971
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