Detailed SSC-exam-focused overview of Madhya Pradesh (MP), covering static GK, general awareness, and current affairs.

1. Basic Facts (Static GK of Madhya Pradesh)

  • Formation: 1 November 1956 (after State Reorganization Act).
  • Capital: Bhopal.
  • Governor: Mangubhai C. Patel (2025).
  • Chief Minister: Mohan Yadav (BJP, since Dec 2023).
  • Official Language: Hindi.
  • Legislative Assembly: 230 seats.
  • High Court: Madhya Pradesh High Court (Jabalpur).
  • State Symbols:

  1. State Bird: Indian Paradise Flycatcher (Dhoodraj).
  2. State Animal: Barasingha (Swamp Deer).
  3. State Flower: Sacred Tree (Parrot Tree/Palash).
  4. State Tree: Banyan.

2. Geography

  • Borders: Uttar Pradesh (north), Chhattisgarh (east), Maharashtra (south), Gujarat (west), Rajasthan (northwest).
  • Known as: “Heart of India” (centrally located).
  • Major Rivers: Narmada, Tapti, Chambal, Betwa, Shipra, Ken, Son.
  • Major Cities: Indore (largest city & commercial capital), Bhopal, Gwalior, Jabalpur, Ujjain, Sagar.
  • Highest Peak: Dhupgarh (1,350 m, Satpura Range).

3. History & Culture

  • Ancient Dynasties: Maurya, Gupta, Paramara, Chandela.
  • Historic Sites: Khajuraho temples (UNESCO), Sanchi Stupa, Mandu, Orchha, Gwalior Fort.
  • Religious Importance: Ujjain (Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga), Omkareshwar (Jyotirlinga).
  • Tribes: Bhils, Gonds, Saharias, Baigas.
  • Festivals: Khajuraho Dance Festival, Tansen Music Festival (Gwalior), Lokrang Festival.
  • Dance & Music: Karma dance, Rai dance, Bundeli folk songs.

4. Economy

  • Agriculture: Wheat, soybean, pulses, sugarcane, cotton.
  • Industries: Cement, textiles, diamond mining (Panna), automobile parts, pharmaceuticals.
  • Speciality: Largest producer of soya bean, pulses, and oilseeds.
  • Tourism: Khajuraho, Sanchi, Bhimbetka (prehistoric caves).

5. Current Affairs (2024–25, SSC Focus)

  1. Mohan Yadav appointed CM (Dec 2023) – key political change.
  2. Indore ranks 1st in Swachh Survekshan (2023 & 2024) – for the 7th time.
  3. Panna Tiger Reserve & diamond mines in news (environment & mining projects).
  4. Mahakal Lok Corridor (Ujjain) – Phase II inaugurated in 2024.
  5. Singrauli to be developed as India's energy capital.

6. National Parks & Wildlife Sanctuaries

Madhya Pradesh is called “Tiger State of India” (largest tiger population).

  • Kanha National Park – home to Barasingha.
  • Bandhavgarh National Park – highest tiger density.
  • Satpura National Park.
  • Pench National Park (inspired “Jungle Book”).
  • Panna National Park.
  • Sanjay-Dubri Tiger Reserve.

7. Important Tourist Spots

  • Khajuraho Group of Temples (UNESCO site).
  • Sanchi Stupa (Buddhist site).
  • Bhimbetka Rock Shelters (UNESCO).
  • Orchha & Mandu Forts.
  • Bhedaghat Marble Rocks (Jabalpur).

8. SSC Exam-Oriented Questions (MCQs)

Q1. Which city is the capital of Madhya Pradesh?
A) Indore
B) Bhopal
C) Gwalior
D) Jabalpur
Ans: B) Bhopal

Q2. Which national park of MP inspired Rudyard Kipling’s “The Jungle Book”?
Ans: Pench National Park.

Q3. Where is the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga located?
Ans: Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh.

Q4. Which is the highest peak of Madhya Pradesh?
A) Dhupgarh
B) Mahadev Hills
C) Vindhyachal
D) Pachmarhi Top
Ans: A) Dhupgarh.

Q5. Which is called the Tiger State of India?
Ans: Madhya Pradesh.

9. Key SSC Topics from Madhya Pradesh

  • Statehood (1 Nov 1956).
  • CM (Mohan Yadav) & Governor (Mangubhai Patel).
  • UNESCO sites – Khajuraho, Sanchi, Bhimbetka.
  • Tiger Reserves – Kanha, Bandhavgarh, Pench, Panna.
  • Mahakaleshwar & Omkareshwar Jyotirlingas.
  • Indore (cleanest city, 7-time winner).
  • Dhupgarh peak & Narmada River.

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