HP GK one liner - All 12 Districts of Himachal Pradesh (District-Wise Breakdown)

Kangra and Hamirpur District

• What was the ancient name of Kangra district, which was considered the main center of the Trigarta princely state? - Nagarkot (Trigarta).
• In which specific place in Kangra district is the exiled headquarters of the Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama located? - McLeodganj (Dharamshala).
• At which place in Kangra district is the historical 'Bir-Billing' paragliding site located? - Baijnath Sub-division.
• In the year 1972, from which district was Hamirpur carved out to be made an independent district? - From Kangra district.
• Which district of Himachal Pradesh tops the state in literacy rate (Highest Literacy Rate)? - Hamirpur District.
• Where is the famous Siddhapeeth 'Baba Balak Nath Temple' of Hamirpur district located? - Dhyotsidh.
• At which place in Hamirpur did King Sansar Chand of Kangra build his summer capital and grand palaces? - Sujanpur Tira.
• At which place in Hamirpur district is the Government Sheep Farm running to promote sheep breeding? - Taal.
• On the slopes of which town in Kangra Valley is the world-famous 'Kangra Tea' produced extensively? - Palampur.
• Which fort in Kangra district was built by King Susharma Chandra of the Mahabharata era? - Kangra Fort (Bhimkot).

Mandi and Kullu District

• By which king was Mandi town founded in 1527 AD on the banks of the Beas river? - Raja Ajbar Sen.
• In which place in Mandi district are the rock salt mines located, which are the only ones in India? - Guma and Drang.
• The world-famous 'Rewalsar Lake', known for its floating islands, is the main pride of which district of Himachal? - Mandi District.
• Which historical ground of Mandi district is famous for organizing the International Mahashivratri Fair? - Paddal Ground.
• By which great man from Haridwar was the Kullu princely state founded in ancient times? - By Vihangamani Pal.
• In which ground of Kullu district is the historical International Dussehra festival organized grandly every year? - Dhalpur Ground.
• In which architectural style is the famous three-story wooden 'Hadimba Devi Temple' located in Manali (Kullu) built? - Pagoda Style.
• In which district is the 'Great Himalayan National Park' (GHNP), included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, located? - Kullu District.
• By what nickname is the Kullu Valley known due to its religious nature and local deity culture? - Valley of Gods.
• Which king of Mandi built the historical 'Damdama Palace' on the banks of the Beas river? - Raja Sidh Sen.

Chamba and Lahaul-Spiti District

• Which king founded Chamba town in 920 AD and named it after his daughter Champavati? - Raja Sahil Varman.
• Who built the Manimahesh and Lakshana Devi temples in Bharmour (ancient Brahmpur) of Chamba? - Meru Varman.
• Which beautiful natural meadow of Himachal was named 'Mini Switzerland' by the Swiss ambassador? - Khajjiar (Chamba district).
• Which extremely remote sub-division of Chamba district is the main residence of the 'Pangwal' tribe? - Pangi Sub-division (Headquarters: Killar).
• Which is the largest district of Himachal Pradesh based on area? - Lahaul-Spiti District (13,835 sq km).
• Where is the main administrative center of Lahaul-Spiti district located where the district administration works? - Keylong.
• What is the name of the famous mountain pass connecting Lahaul Valley and Spiti Valley? - Kunjum Pass.
• Which is the largest and famous ancient Buddhist monastery located in the Spiti Valley? - Kee Monastery.
• At which place in Lahaul Valley do the Chandra and Bhaga rivers merge, after which the Chenab river is formed? - Tandi.
• Which famous village of Lahaul-Spiti is the main administrative center of the Spiti sub-division? - Kaza.

Shimla and Solan District

• In which year during the British period was Shimla officially declared the summer capital of India? - In 1864 AD (by Lord John Lawrence).
• In which year was the 'Viceregal Lodge' (now Indian Institute of Advanced Study), a unique example of British architecture in Shimla, completed? - In 1888 AD (during Lord Dufferin's time).
• The Jakhu temple located on the highest peak of Shimla is dedicated to which Hindu deity, where his 108 feet high statue is situated? - To Lord Hanuman.
• In which historical building of Shimla is the Raj Bhavan (official residence of the Governor) of Himachal Pradesh located? - Barnes Court.
• Solan district was established during the administrative reorganization of 1972 by merging which two areas? - Solan tehsil of Mahasu and Nalagarh sub-division.
• By what name is Solan town known due to its extensive mushroom manufacturing and national research center? - Mushroom City of India.
• Which town in Solan district is called the largest industrial hub of Himachal Pradesh? - Baddi.
• After which famous 'Shoolini Devi Temple' located in Solan district was the town named Solan? - Solan Town.
• What was the ancient name of Nalagarh, which historically emerged as a branch of the Kehlur princely state? - Hindur.
• Which place in Shimla district is famous for Asia's highest hockey astroturf ground (Shilaroo)? - Shilaroo.

Sirmaur and Bilaspur District

• By which king, a descendant of Raja Rasalu, was the Sirmaur princely state founded in 1195 AD? - Raja Subhansh Prakash.
• Where is the administrative headquarters of Sirmaur district located, which was established during the time of Raja Amar Prakash? - Nahan.
• In which area of Sirmaur is 'Renuka Lake', the largest natural lake in Himachal Pradesh, located? - Renuka Ji (near Giri River).
• Which Sikh Guru founded the famous historical Gurudwara Paonta Sahib situated on the banks of the Yamuna River? - Guru Gobind Singh Ji (1684-1685).
• By which Rajput king of Chanderi was the Bilaspur (ancient Kehlur) princely state founded in 697 AD? - Raja Bir Chand.
• Which king of Bilaspur changed his capital from Sunhani and laid the foundation of Bilaspur town on the banks of the Beas River? - Raja Deep Chand (1654 AD).
• Which is the country's largest artificial lake built in Bilaspur due to the massive Bhakra Dam on the Sutlej River? - Gobind Sagar Lake.
• At which place in Bilaspur district is the famous 'Gagal Cement Plant' (ACC) operational, which is a major source of employment? - Barmana.
• Which king of Sirmaur sent military aid to Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan's army during the Garhwal campaign? - Raja Mandhata Prakash.
• Who was the king of Bilaspur against whose cruel rule the public launched the famous 'Jhugga Movement' in 1893? - Raja Amar Chand.

Kinnaur and Una District

• Which sixth district of Himachal Pradesh was created on May 1, 1960, by separating the Chini tehsil of Mahasu district? - Kinnaur District.
• Where is the administrative headquarters of Kinnaur district located where all the main government offices of the district are? - Reckong Peo.
• Which is the most beautiful valley of Kinnaur district, also known as 'Sangla Valley' formed by the Baspa River? - Sangla Valley.
• Which famous village of Kinnaur situated on the Tibet border is called the last village of India? - Chhitkul.
• Una was formed as a full district in 1972 by dividing Kangra district, what was its ancient name? - Jaswan Dun.
• Which is the famous river flowing in Una district which was called the 'Sorrow of Una' due to excessive flooding? - Swan River.
• The famous religious site 'Chintpurni Devi Temple' located in Una district is included in the 51 Shaktipeeths due to the falling of which body part of Mata? - Feet / Sati's feet.
• Which district of Himachal Pradesh did 'Shyam Saran Negi', the first voter of independent India, belong to? - Kinnaur District (Kalpa village).
• Which town of Una district is rapidly emerging from an industrial perspective where a Bulk Drug Park is being built? - Haroli.
• What is 'Kinnaur Kailash', a famous holy site for Hindus located in Kinnaur district, originally? - A huge natural rocky Shivling (79 feet).

Ancient Names and Founders of Districts

• What was the ancient name of Sundernagar (Mandi district), which was founded by Raja Garud Sen? - Baned.
• Where was the old and first capital of the Kullu princely state, established by the Pal kings? - Jagatsukh (later became Nagar and then Sultanpur).
• By what name is 'Brahmpur', the ancient capital of the Chamba princely state, known at present? - Bharmour.
• Who founded the famous historical 'Jaswan State' of Una district in 1170 AD? - Purab Chand.
• What was the ancient name of Nurpur town in Kangra, which was changed to Nurpur in honor of Mughal Queen Nur Jahan? - Dhameri.
• Who was the original founder of the famous 'Bharmour Empire' or Brahmpur near Bharmour (Chamba)? - Raja Maru Varman (550 AD).
• In which year did King Deep Chand of Bilaspur found Bilaspur town near the Vyas cave? - In 1654 AD.
• To which place did King Udit Prakash of Sirmaur transfer his ancient capital from Rajban? - Kalsi.
• By which ruler was the famous 'Jubbal State' of Shimla Hills historically founded? - Karam Chand.
• Which town is settled in the memory of King Hari Chand, the founder of the famous 'Guler State' separated from Kangra? - Haripur.

District Culture, Fairs and Dances

• In which valley area of Kullu district is the famous festival of 'Boodhi Diwali' traditionally celebrated one month after the main Diwali? - In Nirmand area.
• Which is the famous folk dance performed by men in the hilly society of Sirmaur district on the occasion of Diwali? - Boodah dance.
• Which is the famous international fair of Chamba district in which maize cobs (Minjar) are floated in the Ravi River? - Minjar Mela.
• What is the famous mask dance performed by lamas in the Buddhist monasteries of Lahaul-Spiti on the arrival of the New Year called? - Chham or Devil Dance.
• Which is the famous festival celebrated by the residents of Kinnaur district at the end of winter in which the family deity is worshipped? - Fagli or Sajo festival.
• Which is the famous satirical folk drama based on episodes of Ramayana and Mahabharata performed on the rural stages of Shimla and Solan? - Karyala.
• The famous 'Gugga Fair' celebrated in Bilaspur district is associated with the memory of which folk deity and snake worship? - Gugga Jaharpir.
• Which famous handicraft art of Chamba 'Chamba Thal' and 'Chamba Chappal' has received protection under which international patent? - GI Tag (Geographical Indication).
• Which fair held annually at a place called Mairi in Una district is famous for mental peace and faith? - Dera Baba Barbhag Singh Mela.
• What is the entertaining folk drama performed by women in disguise in the rural weddings of Kangra and Hamirpur called? - Swang.

District Hydrology and Borders

• On the right bank of which river is Chamba town situated, which is considered the lifeline of the district? - Ravi River.
• Which stream or river flowing through Mandi town joins the Beas River? - Suketi Khad.
• Which is the famous mountain range geographically separating Lahaul and Spiti? - Kunjum Mountain Range.
• Which is the main river dividing Sirmaur district into two equal parts (Sis-Giri and Trans-Giri)? - Giri River.
• Bilaspur district is located entirely under the drainage system of which river which flows through the middle of the district? - Sutlej River.
• The 'Swan River', considered the lifeline of Una district, eventually joins which large river? - In the Sutlej River (near Anandpur Sahib).
• Which is the largest tributary stream or river of the Sutlej in Kinnaur district which flows near Shipki La? - Spiti River.
• Of which river is the 'Ashwini Khad', considered the main source of water supply for Shimla town, a tributary? - Tributary of the Giri River.
• Of which large river system are the Baner Khad and Gaj Khad, emerging from the Dhauladhar of Kangra district, a part? - Beas River System.
• Which is the main river forming the natural administrative boundary between Hamirpur and Kangra districts? - Beas River.

District Economy and Key Institutions

• Which university in Solan district is the first forestry and horticulture university (YSPU) in the country? - Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry (Nauni, Solan).
• Which central institute located in Palampur, Kangra district, researches tea and Himalayan bio-resources? - IHBT (Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology - CSIR).
• Which institute, having the status of national importance, is the main center of higher technical education in Hamirpur district? - NIT Hamirpur.
• In which year was the 'Central Potato Research Institute' (CPRI) located in Kufri, Shimla district, established? - In 1949 AD (later shifted to Shimla).
• Which area of Una district is famous for industries where the state's first washing or textile hub was established? - Tahliwal Industrial Area.
• At which place in Sirmaur district is the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) working, which is the only such institute in the state? - Dhaula Kuan.
• What is the name of the supreme institute of medical sciences located in Kothipura, Bilaspur district, which was inaugurated recently? - AIIMS Bilaspur.
• In which place in Chamba district is the government factory for making resin and turpentine oil located? - Besides Nahan, government depots are also aligned near the Sarol route of Chamba.
• The Pattan Valley of Lahaul-Spiti district is mainly known for the production of high-quality seeds of which cash crop? - Potato (Seed Potato) and Hops cultivation.
• On the record production and export of which fruit does the entire rural economy of Kinnaur district mainly rest? - On high-quality Kinnauri Apples and Chilgoza.