HP GK one liner - Important Places, Temples, Educational, Tourism and Political Hubs

Famous Temples and Shrines

• Which famous Shaktipeeth is situated in the Kangra valley, in whose sanctum sanctorum there are nine naturally burning flames? - Jwalamukhi Temple.
• In which tourist destination of Himachal Pradesh is the famous 'Hadimba Devi Temple' built at the confluence of Tibetan architecture and hilly style located? - Manali (Kullu).
• Which famous Siddhapeeth is situated in the Dyot-Sidh hills of Hamirpur district, where Baba Balak Nath ji is worshipped inside a cave? - Baba Balak Nath Temple (Dyot-Sidh).
• To which deity is the 'Jakhoo Temple', located on the highest peak of Shimla, dedicated, where his 108 feet tall grand statue is installed? - Lord Hanuman.
• Which is the oldest temple of 'Mahasu style' and closed roof located in Bharmour (ancient Brahmpura) of Chamba? - Lakshana Devi Temple (Bharmour).
• Which famous temple located in Trilokpur of Sirmaur district is considered the main abode of 'Mata Bala Sundari'? - Trilokpur Mata Bala Sundari Temple (Built by: Raja Dip Prakash).
• Which king of the Kahlur princely state got the famous 'Naina Devi Temple' located on the hilltop of Bilaspur district built? - Raja Bir Chand.
• At which historical place in Kullu district is the ancient temple of Parshuram ji located, where the Bhunda festival is celebrated every 12 years? - Nirmand.
• Which famous Shaktipeeth is situated in Una district where the feet of Mata Sati fell and which is included in the 51 Shaktipeeths? - Chintpurni Devi Temple.
• Because of more than 81 ancient stone Shiva temples situated on the banks of the Beas river, by what nickname is Mandi city known? - Chhoti Kashi.

Architectural and Historical Places

• In which architectural style is the matchless 'Masrur Temple', carved out of a single rock (Monolithic Rock) in Kangra district, built? - Nagara Style (Indo-Aryan Style - it is also called the Ellora of Himachal).
• Which is the oldest Buddhist monastery situated in Lahaul-Spiti district, which is called the 'Ajanta of the Himalayas' due to its rare mural art? - Tabo Monastery (Founded: In 996 AD by Rinchen Zangpo).
• On the confluence of which two tributaries of the Beas, the famous 'Kangra Fort' (Nagarkot Fort) is situated on a high rock? - On the confluence of Banganga and Majhi rivers.
• Which historical British-era building located at Chaura Maidan in Shimla is currently the secretariat of the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly? - Council Chamber (Inauguration: In 1925 by Lord Reading).
• Near which area is the famous historical 'Malown Fort', where the Gorkha commander Amar Singh Thapa surrendered, located? - Nalagarh (Solan district).
• Which grand palace located in Chamba district was the main residence of the kings of Chamba and is famous for its intricate wood carving? - Akhand Chandi Palace.
• Which historical building built by Raja Siddh Sen of Mandi on the banks of the Beas river is known for its protective architecture? - Damdama Palace.
• Which historical palace located in Nahan of Sirmaur district was built by Raja Karam Prakash? - Sheesh Mahal and Villa Round.
• In which district of Himachal is the famous 'Kamlah Fort', which was famous for its impregnable security in the medieval period, located? - Mandi district (Dharampur area).
• The unique 'Naggar Fort' of wood and stone located in 'Naggar' of Kullu presents beautiful views of which river valley? - Beas river valley.

Educational Hubs and Universities

• Which is the largest and first university of the entire state located on the hills of Summer Hill in Shimla? - Himachal Pradesh University (HPU - Established: 22 July 1970).
• The country's first 'University of Horticulture and Forestry' (Forestry University) located in Nauni of Solan district is established in whose name? - Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University (YSPU - Established: 1985).
• The top center for agricultural research, 'Agricultural University' located in Palampur of Kangra, is dedicated in the name of which regional leader? - Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya (CSK HPKV - Established: 1978).
• Which institute of higher technical education located in Anu, Hamirpur district, has been given the status of national importance (NIT)? - National Institute of Technology Hamirpur (NIT Hamirpur).
• Which is the state's only supreme national institute of business management established in Dhaulakuan of Sirmaur district? - Indian Institute of Management Sirmaur (IIM Sirmaur).
• What is the name of the supreme medical institute established in Kothipura of Bilaspur district for the development of medical and modern health services? - AIIMS Bilaspur.
• Which CSIR (CSIR) national institute located in Palampur of Kangra district conducts research on Himalayan bio-resources and tea? - IHBT Palampur (Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology).
• What is the name of the national research center established in Kufri of Shimla district for the development of improved varieties of potatoes? - Central Potato Research Institute (CPRI - Kufri).
• Where is 'HIPA' (HIPA), the institute that provides rigorous training in public administration to newly elected officers of the Government Administrative Service (HAS), located? - Fairlawn, Shimla.
• Which is the national-level institute established in the field of fashion and textile designing in Chhaib (Dharamshala) of Kangra district? - National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT Kangra).

World-Class Tourism Hubs

• Which famous city of Himachal Pradesh is the main center for tourists from all over the world by the name of 'Queen of Hills'? - Shimla.
• Which international tourist destination located near the source of the Beas river is famous for adventure sports and winter sports? - Manali.
• Which hill station located in Chamba district, surrounded by quiet and natural deodar forests, was settled by the British as a health resort? - Dalhousie.
• Which city located in the foothills of the Dhauladhar mountain range in Kangra district is the main international center for Tibetan culture and tourism? - Mcleodganj (Dharamshala).
• Which extremely picturesque village located on the banks of the Baspa river in the Sangla valley of Kinnaur district is called the last village of India? - Chhitkul.
• Which village located at an extreme altitude of 14,567 feet in Lahaul-Spiti district has the world's highest functional polling booth and post office? - Hikkim.
• Which famous natural site located near Kasol in the Kullu valley is famous for its miraculous hot water springs and religious faith? - Manikaran.
• Which circular lush green pasture ground located near Dalhousie in Chamba district was called 'Mini Switzerland' by the Swiss ambassador? - Khajjiar.
• Which famous entertainment center located on the Mall Road of Shimla was opened for public plays in the year 1887 during the British period? - Gaiety Theatre.
• Which famous hill station located in Solan district is known for its solitude, high deodar forests, and the world's highest cricket ground? - Chail.

Political and Administrative Sites

• Which grand British-era building located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh is the official residence (Raj Bhavan) of the Governor? - Barnes Court.
• Which grand Gothic palace located near Summer Hill in Shimla is where the Viceroy of India lived during the British period and where the Shimla Agreement took place? - Viceregal Lodge (Currently Indian Institute of Advanced Study).
• In which specific place or building block of Shimla is the main administrative secretariat (State Secretariat) of the Himachal Pradesh Government working? - Ellerslie Building, Chhota Shimla.
• Where is the main administrative headquarters of the 'Kangra Division', which looks after the affairs of Kangra, Una, and Hamirpur districts, located? - Dharamshala.
• Due to the extremely difficult geographical division of Lahaul-Spiti district, where is the main administrative and political center of 'Spiti Sub-division' located? - Kaza.
• At which place is the main district and administrative headquarters of Kinnaur district located, where all the main government machinery sits? - Reckong Peo.
• Where is the main administrative control center of the remote and snow-covered tribal area 'Pangi' of Chamba district located? - Kilar.
• What is the historical significance of 'Peterhoff' building located near Boileauganj in Shimla? - It was the Punjab High Court where the trial of Nathuram Godse, the assassin of Mahatma Gandhi, was held.
• In which suburb area of Shimla is the main administrative and constitutional building of the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) located? - Nigam Vihar.
• In which building block are the main administrative meetings of the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) and State Cabinet primarily held in Shimla? - Armsdale (Secretariat complex).

Hydro and Industrial Framework

• In which district is the main powerhouse of the country's largest 1500 MW 'Nathpa Jhakri Project' operated by SJVNL located? - Kinnaur district (Jhakri - Shimla border). 
• Which border town of Solan district is called the 'Hub of Pharma Industry' in all of North India due to the manufacturing of generic medicines? - Baddi.
• In which year did the powerhouse of the famous 'Shanan Hydroelectric Project' located in Jogindernagar of Mandi district start for power generation? - In the year 1932 (Under the control of Punjab Government).
• At which specific industrial place in Bilaspur district is the vast and famous 'Gagal Cement Plant' of ACC cement company operational? - Barmana.
• In which district was Himachal Pradesh's first heavy cement plant established by the Cement Corporation of India (CCI) in the year 1980? - Rajban (Sirmaur district).
• Which emerging industrial area of Una district has been selected for the construction of the state's first 'Bulk Drug Park'? - Haroli.
• Which town of Una district has become a major industrial center for textile mills and lubricant industries on the banks of the Swan river? - Tahliwal.
• What is the name of the country's largest artificial lake created due to the 226-meter high massive Bhakra Dam built on the Sutlej river in Bilaspur district? - Gobind Sagar Lake.
• Where is the main office of 'HIMURJA', the nodal agency responsible for the development of solar energy and small hydroelectricity in Himachal Pradesh, located? - Urjan Bhawan, Panthaghati (Shimla).
• Which border area of Kangra district has been made an industrial area for electronics and light engineering by the state government? - Sansarpur Terrace.

Cultural and Heritage Sites

• Which historical village of Kullu district is considered the oldest democracy in the world, where it has its own independent legal system? - Malana Village (Rule of deity Jamlu).
• After the confluence of Chandra and Bhaga rivers of Lahaul valley, the fertile 'Pattan Valley' formed is famous worldwide for the seed production of which cash crop? - For the cultivation of high-quality seed potato.
• Which famous cultural center located near Palampur of Kangra is where the 'Roerich Art Gallery' has been built in memory of the famous Russian artist? - There is Nicholas Roerich Gallery in Naggar (Kullu), and Andretta Art Gallery is located near Palampur.
• Which sanctuary center located in Sarahan of Shimla district is known for the artificial breeding of Himachal's state bird 'Jujurana' (Western Tragopan)? - Sarahan Jujurana Breeding Center.
• Which center is established at a place called 'Neri' in Hamirpur district for the conservation of medicinal plants and training farmers? - Government Herbal Garden and Research Center.
• In which historical city of Sirmaur is the famous government factory for making Rosin and Turpentine oil from resin obtained from pine forests located? - Nahan (Nahan Rosin and Turpentine Factory).
• Historically, the Bharmour area (ancient Brahmpura) of Chamba district is the main cultural stronghold of which major semi-nomadic and pastoral tribe? - Gaddi tribe.
• Which high village located near Kaza of Lahaul-Spiti valley is considered the highest motorable village of Asia (4400 meters)? - Kibber village.
• What is the main attraction of 'Suketi Fossil Park' located near Dhaulakuan in Sirmaur district? - Fossils of prehistoric creatures millions of years old obtained from the Shivalik hills have been kept here.
• Which international art center is located in Naggar of Kullu valley where painters from all over the world come to see mountain architecture? - Roerich Art Gallery.

Passes, Tunnels and Rail Links

• The strategically important 9.02 km long 'Atal Tunnel' carved below the Rohtang Pass connects which two main valleys throughout the year? - Kullu Valley (Manali) and Lahaul Valley (Keylong).
• In which year did UNESCO declare the historic and engineering marvel 'Kalka-Shimla Railway Line' (narrow gauge) a World Heritage Site? - On 7 July 2008.
• Which is the longest tunnel located on the Kalka-Shimla railway route, which is famous all over the world as Tunnel number 33? - Barog Tunnel (Solan).
• What is the name of the famous strategic pass 4,890 meters above sea level connecting Lahaul valley to the Leh highway of Ladakh? - Baralacha Pass.
• What is the name of that difficult and narrow pass connecting Chamba district headquarters to the difficult tribal area of Pangi valley, which remains closed in winter? - Sach Pass.
• In which year was the construction of the narrow-gauge railway line built to transport heavy machinery and army supplies from Pathankot to hilly Jogindernagar completed? - In the year 1929.
• Which is the only district of Himachal Pradesh that is directly connected to the Indian Railway network by a full broad-gauge railway line (Nangal-Una link)? - Una district.
• Old National Highway 22 (current NH-5), which is called the 'Hindustan-Tibet Road', finally goes to which famous pass on the Tibet border? - Shipki La pass.
• What is the main objective of the new strategic broad-gauge rail line being built from Bhanupalli in Bilaspur district to Bilaspur and Kiratpur? - To facilitate heavy freight transport to Bilaspur AIIMS and strategic locations.
• The 'Aut Tunnel' built near Aut connecting Kullu and Mandi districts is situated on the banks of the Beas river on which national highway? - Chandigarh-Manali National Highway (NH-21).

akes and Natural Springs

• Which is the largest natural freshwater lake in Himachal Pradesh situated in Sirmaur district, whose shape is like a sleeping woman? - Renuka Lake.
• Which religious site is located in the Parvati valley of Kullu district where natural sulfur springs of boiling water are found on the banks of the river? - Manikaran.
• What is the mysterious lake situated at an altitude of 2,730 meters above sea level in Mandi district, on the banks of which is the historical temple of Maharishi Prashar? - Prashar Lake.
• Which are the two most famous and supernatural lakes situated on the snowy plateau of Lahaul-Spiti district which are considered symbols of the Sun and Moon? - Suraj Tal and Chandra Tal lakes.
• Which historical waterfall located near Dalhousie in Chamba district is associated with the memory of freedom fighter Ajit Singh? - Panchpula Waterfall.
• What is the name of the famous natural waterfall located near McLeodganj, the residence of Buddhist guru Dalai Lama in Kangra district? - Bhagsunath Waterfall.
• What is the name of the famous hot water medicinal springs located on the side of the national highway on the Rampur Bushahr road of Shimla district? - Hot water springs of Jeori.
• The hot sulfur water springs of historical 'Tattapani' located near Sunni in Mandi district are situated on the banks of which river? - On the banks of the Sutlej river.
• Which are the two famous glacial natural lakes situated between the peaks of the Dhauladhar mountain range in Kangra district? - Dal Lake (Dharamshala) and Kareri Lake.
• Which holy lake located at the top of the Rohtang pass in Kullu district is believed to have water full of medicinal properties? - Bhrigu Lake.

Digital and Governance Hubs

• Which system has been implemented by the Government of Himachal Pradesh in the secretariat to track files of all departments online and strengthen e-governance? - e-Office digital filing system.
• What is the toll-free digital number of 'Chief Minister Seva Sankalp Helpline' started for quick resolution of citizens' grievances at home? - 1100.
• Which state-of-the-art center is being established in Waknaghat of Solan district to promote information technology and digital literacy? - Technology and Digital Innovation Center (IT Hub).
• Where is the 'State Data Center' (SDC) working to keep government data, websites, and cloud storage of the entire state safe under one roof? - Mehli, Shimla.
• Which state has made the country's first state-level 'Drone Policy' to deliver emergency medicines in agriculture, health, and remote hilly areas? - Himachal Pradesh (June 2022).
• Which is the country's leading digital state that has made the Public Distribution System (PDS) completely transparent and linked ration cards with Aadhaar? - Himachal Pradesh.
• Which online portal is used by the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) for live tracking of major development projects worth more than 50 crores of the state? - Him Pragati portal.
• Which test has been made mandatory by the reorganized 'Himachal Pradesh State Selection Commission' (HPRCA) in Hamirpur for transparency in Class III government job examinations? - Computer Based Test (CBT) system.
• Which central high-speed network has been connected to all District Deputy Commissioner (DC) offices of Himachal Pradesh for video conferencing and quick administrative orders? - HIMSWAN (HP State Wide Area Network).
• What name has been given to the system of making budget sessions of the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly completely paperless and presenting them through tablets? - e-Budget and e-Vidhan system.