MP State Service / State Forest Preliminary Examination 2026

General Knowledge Questions & Answers (15-01-2026)

1. Which scheme was implemented in April 1993 under the banner “Clean the Yamuna, Let Us All Contribute”, with the objective of removing pollutants from the Yamuna River and conserving its water?
   A. Yamuna Action Plan (YAP)
   B. Yamuna Active Plan (YAP)
   C. Yamuna Base Plan (YAP)
   D. Yamuna Cleanliness Scheme (YSP)
   Correct Answer: A


2. Who is known as the “Waterman of India”?
   A. Rajendra Singh
   B. B. H. Vohra
   C. H. Khurana
   D. Fateh Singh
   Correct Answer: A


3. In the semi-arid and arid regions of Rajasthan, especially in Bikaner, Phalodi, and Barmer, where was drinking water traditionally stored?
   A. Wells
   B. Underground tanks (Tankas)
   C. Small village ponds
   D. Rooftop tanks
   Correct Answer: B


4. What is India’s rank in the world in terms of per capita annual water availability?
   A. 111th
   B. 131st
   C. 132nd
   D. 133rd
   Correct Answer: D


5. In Mexican dwarf wheat, the duration required for the initiation of crown roots is:
   A. 15 – 20 days
   B. 21 – 25 days
   C. 26 – 30 days
   D. 31 – 35 days
   Correct Answer: B