Meghalaya GK
31. Meghalaya was formerly a part of which state?
A) Tripura
B) Nagaland
C) Assam
D) West Bengal
C) Assam
Explanation: Before becoming a full-fledged state in 1972, Meghalaya was a part of the state of Assam.
32. What unique system distinguishes Meghalaya from other Indian states?
A) Matrilineal system
B) Caste system
C) Tribal councils
D) Panchayati Raj
A) Matrilineal system
Explanation: Meghalaya follows a matrilineal system, where lineage and inheritance are traced through the mother’s side, which is unique compared to other Indian states.
33. What is the local and official name of Cherrapunji?
A) Siju
B) Sohra
C) Laitkynsew
D) Nongstoin
B) Sohra
Explanation: The local and official name of Cherrapunji is Sohra. It is famous for its high rainfall.
34. In which district is Cherrapunji located?
A) West Garo Hills
B) East Khasi Hills
C) Ri-Bhoi
D) South Garo Hills
B) East Khasi Hills
Explanation: Cherrapunji, now known as Sohra, is located in the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya.
35. What is the tallest waterfall in Meghalaya?
A) Kynrem Falls
B) Langshiang Falls
C) Nohkalikai Falls
D) Bishop Falls
C) Nohkalikai Falls
Explanation: Nohkalikai Falls is the tallest waterfall in Meghalaya, with a height of about 340 meters (1,115 feet). It is located near Cherrapunji.
36. In which state is the Jaintia tribe found?
A) Assam
B) Meghalaya
C) Mizoram
D) Nagaland
B) Meghalaya
Explanation: The Jaintia tribe is primarily found in the Jaintia Hills region of Meghalaya.
37. In which year was the High Court of Meghalaya established?
A) 2000
B) 2005
C) 2013
D) 2018
C) 2013
Explanation: The High Court of Meghalaya was established on March 23, 2013, following the reorganization of the judiciary in the northeastern states.
38. In which year did the Anglo-Khasi War start?
A) 1829
B) 1833
C) 1857
D) 1890
A) 1829
Explanation: The Anglo-Khasi War, a conflict between the British and the Khasi tribes, started in 1829.
39. Who is the current Chief Minister of Meghalaya?
A) Mukul Sangma
B) Donkupar Roy
C) Conrad Sangma
D) James Sangma
C) Conrad Sangma
Explanation: As of the most recent information, Conrad Sangma is the current Chief Minister of Meghalaya. He assumed office in 2018.
40. Who was awarded the Padma Shri from Meghalaya in 2022?
A) Aroti Singh
B) S.N. Pariat
C) Trinity Saioo
D) Badaplin War
D) Badaplin War
Explanation: There were two Padma Shri awardees from Meghalaya in 2022: Badaplin War: Awarded for contributions in the field of Literature and Education. Silbi Passah: Awarded for contributions in the field of Art.