Odisha lies on the eastern coast of India along the Bay of Bengal with Bhubaneswar as the capital. The state observes Utkala Dibasa on 1 April for its 1936 formation and is known for Jagannath Puri, Konark Sun Temple, and mineral resources.
Odisha GK Questions with Answers PDF
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| Capital | Bhubaneswar |
|---|---|
| Formation / statehood | 1 April 1936 (Orissa Day as province; state under Constitution from 1950) |
| Official language(s) | Odia |
| Public Service Commission | OPSC |
| Flagship exam | OPSC OAS / Combined Competitive Recruitment Exam |
Focus your revision on: Coastal Odisha and Chilika lake · Jagannath and temple culture · 1936 formation (Utkala Dibasa) · Mineral and steel economy · OPSC OAS examination.
Odisha GK questions and answers
- What is the capital of Odisha?
Answer: Bhubaneswar - On which day is Odisha Formation Day (Utkala Dibasa) observed each year?
Answer: 1 April - Which language is the official language of Odisha?
Answer: Odia - Which temple town in Odisha hosts the Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath?
Answer: Puri - Which UNESCO Sun Temple is located in Odisha?
Answer: Konark Sun Temple - Which Public Service Commission conducts Odisha Administrative Service exams?
Answer: Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) - Which coastal lagoon in Odisha is a major bird habitat?
Answer: Chilika Lake - Which river delta region forms the fertile rice bowl of Odisha?
Answer: Mahanadi delta - Which classical dance form originates from Odisha?
Answer: Odissi - Which port city handles major mineral exports on the Odisha coast?
Answer: Paradip
How to prepare for OPSC
Use this PDF as a first-pass revision sheet, then expand each focus topic with the latest official state board sources, government portals, budget documents and the syllabus published for OPSC OAS / Combined Competitive Recruitment Exam. Static geography and history build the base; current affairs must be updated for the examination year.
Test the questions without looking at the answers, revise wrong facts after one day, and repeat after one week. For reasoning and numeracy, use our free CSAT practice. You can also browse the complete State PSC exam list.
Sources and scope: stable facts compiled from standard government and educational references, including Know India, state government and State PSC portals. Verify changing administrative facts and the latest exam scheme from the concerned official website.
FAQ / नेहमीचे प्रश्न
Where can I download the Odisha GK PDF?
Use the Download Now button on this page. The free PDF contains the same 10 stable-fact questions and answers shown below for offline revision.
Is this PDF useful for OPSC?
Yes, as a quick static-GK revision sheet for OPSC OAS / Combined Competitive Recruitment Exam. It is not a full syllabus or current-affairs replacement, so verify changing facts from official notifications.
What topics should I revise for Odisha GK?
Coastal Odisha and Chilika lake; Jagannath and temple culture; 1936 formation (Utkala Dibasa); Mineral and steel economy; OPSC OAS examination.