Odisha General knowledge (Odisha GK) is an important topic for OSSC Exams, OSSSC Exams, OPSC Exams and all other Odisha Competitive Exams.
- Odisha Formation Day?
Ans: April 1, 1936. Also known as Utkal Divas. - When did Odisha become a separate province?
Ans: In 1936. - What was the ancient name of Odisha?
Ans: Kalinga. - When was Utkal Samillani formed?
Ans: In 1903, by Madhushudan Das. - In which year did Mahatma Gandhi come to Odisha for promoting Non-Cooperation Movement?
Ans: In 1921. - Who founded the Satyabadi School with Nationalist Spirit in Odisha?
Ans: Gopabandhu Das. - When was the hero of Odisha Laxman Naik executed?
Ans: 29th March, 1943. In Berhampur Central jail, for Bharat Chada Andalan. - Who became a martyr in Odisha during the Quit India Movement?
Ans: Laxman Naik. - Which events in Odisha is similar to the Jallianwala Bagh incident in Punjab?
Ans: The Massacre of Eram (Bhadrak district). - Tropic of Cancer passes through which city of Odisha?
Ans: No single city passes through it. - Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel came to Odisha for its merger in which year?
Ans: 1947. - Which district was not amalgamated into Odisha in 1948?
Ans: Mayurbhanj. It was added in 1949. - Who had the distinction of being the first Martyr of Odisha who sacrificed fighting the British rule in 1804?
Ans: Jayi Rajaguru Mahapatra. - Which is the highest point in Odisha?
Ans: Deomali mountain peak. Situated in Koraput dist, 1672m height. Tallest Peak of the Eastern Ghats. - Which is the largest lake in Odisha?
Ans: Chilka Lake. It’s a saltwater lagoon spread over Puri, Khurda, and Ganjam districts of Odisha’s east coast. - Who is the longest-serving Chief minister?
Ans: Naveen Patnaik. Serving since 2000. - What is the former capital of Orissa?
Ans: Bhubaneswar, since August 19, 1949. - The famous war of Kalinga was fought in the year:
Ans: 261 BC. - What is the official language of Odisha state?
Ans: Odia. - Which is the maiden Odia Cinema?
Ans: Sita Bibaha. First black and white movie, released in 1936. - Total Number of National Parks In Odisha:
Ans: 2. Similipal National park – Tiger (Mayurbhanj) and Bhitarkanika – Crocodile (Kendrapada). - Total Number of Wildlife Sanctuary In Odisha:
Ans: 21. - Which place is popular for the world-known rookery of Olive Ridley sea turtles?
Ans: Gahirmatha beach (Kendrapada). - Which temple is built in the 9th century AD and is dedicated to Lord Shiva?
Ans: Mukteswar temple (Bhubaneswar). - Which state is to the West of Odisha?
Ans: Chhattisgarh. - The hot water spring Atri is located in which district?
Ans: Khurda District. - When was the super cyclone held in Odisha?
Ans: 1999. - What is the literacy rate of Odisha?
Ans: 72.9% (According to the 2021 census). - Which one is the largest district of Odisha area-wise?
Ans: Mayurbhanj. - Which temple is built along the bank of Bindu Sagar Lake?
Ans: Ananta Basudeva temple (Bhubaneshwar). - The Daiteswar temple is situated in which cities of Odisha?
Ans: Bhubaneswar. - Which temple is located in Jajpur?
Ans: Biraja. - Chausathi Yogini temple located in Hirapur, Khordha is near which important city of Odisha?
Ans: Bhubaneswar. - Huma temple located in Sambalpur has which striking feature?
Ans: Leaning structure. - Which temple in Odisha was called ‘White Pagoda’ by the Europeans?
Ans: Jagannath temple. - The Jagannath Puri Temple was built in the year:
Ans: 1161 AD. - Which is the first Odia newspaper of Odisha?
Ans: Utkala Deepika. - Which day is celebrated as ‘Odia Journalism Day’?
Ans: 4th August. - A memorial award is given in the memory of which famous director from Ollywood?
Ans: Mohan Sundar Deb Goswami. - Which of the following excavation sites is not a part of the Diamond Triangle of Odisha’s archaeology?
Ans: Khandagiri. - Which of the following inscriptions throws light on the administration of Asoka in Kalinga?
Ans: Both Dhauli and Jaugada. - Who were the rulers of Kalinga before the establishment of the Maurya dynasty?
Ans: Nands. - Famous newspaper ‘The Samaja’ started in which year?
Ans: 1919. - Lingaraj temple of Bhubaneswar built by King Jajati Keshari of the Somavamshi dynasty is attributed to which god/goddess?
Ans: Shiva. - The climate of Odisha is of which type?
Ans: Tropical. - Ekamravan garden is situated in which city of Odisha?
Ans: Bhubaneswar. - The largest tribe in Odisha is:
Ans: Kandha. - Dongria Kondhs reside in which district?
Ans: Kalahandi. - Which country is comparable in size to Odisha?
Ans: Bangladesh. - Talcher Thermal Power Plant is a type of which of the following?
Ans: Coal-based. - Which of the following is the state animal of Odisha?
Ans: Sambar deer. - How many seats are in the Odisha Legislative Assembly?
Ans: 147 seats. - Total Number of Lok Sabha seats in Odisha?
Ans: 21. - What is the classical dance of Odisha?
Ans: Odissi. - Total Number of Blocks in Odisha?
Ans: 314. - The Lingaraj Temple at Bhubaneswar was constructed by which dynasty?
Ans: Soma Dynasty, by Jajati Keshari, in the 11th century CE. - Which of the following scheme was launched on 15th August, 2018?
Ans: Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana - Which of the following schemes is destined to promote Odia language by providing scholarship?
Ans: Bhasha Brutti Puraskar Scholarship Programme - Which of the following is concentrated for the welfare of construction workers?
Ans: Nirman Shramik Pension Yojana - Who was the first woman to be elected to the Odisha Legislative Assembly?
Ans: Sarala Devi - An endangered species Saltwater crocodile is found in which National park of Odisha?
Ans: Bhitarkanika National Park - Nandankanan Zoological Park was established in which year?
Ans: 1960 - The Brahmani is formed by the confluence of
Ans: Sankh & Koel - Which state has the highest number of ‘PVTGS’ in India?
Ans: Odisha - What was the main purpose of the Odia Movement?
Ans: Unification of Odia and safeguarding areas to secure the language and culture - As per Census 2011, what is the rank of Odisha in terms of ST population in the country?
Ans: 3 - Utkal Sammilani was formed during which national conference?
Ans: First Odia National Conference - When was Chandaka Elephant Sanctuary designated as an elephant reserve?
Ans: 1982 - What is the population density of Odisha as per 2011 census?
Ans: 270 per sq km - On which date did the Eram incident happen?
Ans: 28 September 1942 - What is the rank of Odisha in Nickel production?
Ans: 1st - Who is known as the Grand old man of Odisha?
Ans: Madhusudan Das - Which is the State Bird of Odisha?
Ans: Bluejay - What is the literacy rate of Odisha as per 2011 census?
Ans: 72.9% - Which city is known as the silver city of India?
Ans: Cuttack - Which is the classical dance of Odisha?
Ans: Odissi - Total Number of Blocks in Odisha
Ans: 314 - The Lingaraj Temple at Bhubaneswar was constructed by which dynasty?
Ans: Soma Dynasty - Who founded the Satyabadi School in Odisha?
Ans: Gopabandhu Das - In the year 1971, the Fertilizer Corporation of India set up a fertilizer unit at which place of Odisha?
Ans: Talcher - Who is the school and mass education minister of Odisha under the ministry of our CM?
Ans: Samir Ranjan Das - Who is the Higher Education Minister of Odisha under the ministry Shri Naveen Patnaik?
Ans: Arun Kumar Sahoo - How many rivers are included in the Hexadeltal region?
Ans: 6 Rivers - ‘Kaincha’ is a type of
Ans: Golden grass - Odia is the _____ Indian classical language.
Ans: 6th - Total Number of Lok Sabha seats in Odisha?
Ans: 21 - The election to the first Odisha Legislative Assembly in 1937 was held for how many seats?
Ans: 60 - Where is the headquarter of the Central Division?
Ans: Cuttack - Who was founded the Satyabadi School in Odisha?
Ans: Gopabandhu Das - Which is the State Dance of Odisha that is also in the 8 Classical Dances of India?
Ans: Odissi - How many terms did Naveen Patnaik become the Chief Minister?
Ans: 5 Terms - Which is the most popular novel written by Fakir Mohan Senapati?
Ans: Chha Mana Atha Guntha - Who was the first Governor of Odisha after Independence?
Ans: Kailash Nath Katju - Who wrote the first Odia play ‘Babaji’ in 1877?
Ans: Jagmohan Leela - How many Divisions are in Odisha?
Ans: 3 Divisions - Great epic ‘Geeta Govinda’ was written by which eminent literary personality of Odisha?
Ans: Jayadeva - Which District borders the Bay of Bengal?
Ans: Kendrapara - Who shifted the capital from Cuttack to Bhubaneswar in Odisha?
Ans: Harekrushna Mahatab - Which is the second largest river of Odisha?
Ans: Brahmani River