Punjab State GK [Eng]

11. Which of the following is NOT a folk song of Punjab?




Answer & Solution
Answer:

Ludi

Solution:

While Mahia, Shuag, and Tappey are traditional folk songs of Punjab, Ludi is primarily a folk dance, not a song.

12. Who among the following authors, wrote his own obituary before his death?




Answer & Solution
Answer:

Khushwant Singh

Solution:

Khushwant Singh, known for his wit and candid writing style, wrote his own obituary before his death.

13. What is the old name of Punjab?




Answer & Solution
Answer:

Sapta Sindhu

Solution:

The ancient name of Punjab, Sapta Sindhu, means "Land of the Seven Rivers" and refers to the seven major rivers of the region during the Vedic period.

14. Which of the following Sikh Guru strictly prohibited Sati and Purdah system?




Answer & Solution
Answer:

Guru Amardas ji

Solution:

Guru Amardas Ji, the third Sikh Guru, strictly opposed the practices of Sati (the burning of widows) and the Purdah system (veiling of women).

15. Which is last railway station in India side between Amritsar and Lahore?




Answer & Solution
Answer:

Attari

Solution:

Attari railway station is the last station on the Indian side before the Wagah border, connecting Amritsar to Lahore in Pakistan. It serves as a key transit point for the Samjhauta Express, symbolizing a historic link between the two nations.