Round 1: General Knowledge – Basic Questions (10 Questions)

Topic: Introduction to Northern India (Geography, Landmarks, Basic Facts)

Question Types: Multiple Choice, True/False

1. What is the capital of Uttar Pradesh?

a) Lucknow
b) Kanpur
c) Agra
d) Varanasi

2. True or False: The Taj Mahal is located in Delhi.

3. Which river is known as the lifeline of Northern India?

a) Yamuna
b) Ganges
c) Brahmaputra
d) Narmada

4. True or False: Delhi is a Union Territory and a National Capital Region (NCR).

5. What is the name of the famous historical monument located in Delhi, which is also a
UNESCO World Heritage Site?
a) India Gate
b) Qutub Minar
c) Humayun's Tomb
d) Lotus Temple

6. True or False: Amritsar is famous for the Golden Temple.

7. What is the primary language spoken in Chandigarh?

a) Hindi
b) Punjabi
c) Marathi
d) Bengali

8. What is the capital of Rajasthan?

a) Jodhpur
b) Udaipur
c) Jaipur
d) Kota

9. Which state in Northern India is famous for the annual Kumbh Mela?
a) Uttarakhand
b) Uttar Pradesh
c) Bihar
d) Haryana

10. True or False: The Red Fort is located in Agra.

Round 2: Cultural Insights (10 Questions)

Topic: Culture, History, and Heritage of Northern India

Question Types: Fill-in-the-Blank, Picture Recognition, Short Answer

11. The famous festival celebrated in Varanasi to mark the arrival of spring is called ________.
(Answer: Vasant Panchami)

12. The Taj Mahal was built by Emperor ________ in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
(Answer: Shah Jahan)

13. ________ is the traditional dance form of Rajasthan, often performed during festivals.
(Answer: Ghoomar)

14. Name the famous temple city in Rajasthan known for its marble architecture.
(Answer: Nathdwara)

15. ________ is the longest river in India, flowing through Northern India.
(Answer: Ganges)

16. True or False: The Baisakhi festival is celebrated in Punjab to mark the harvest season.

17. Which city in Haryana is known for the famous Sufi shrine of Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya?
(Answer: Delhi)

18. Fill in the blank: The famous pilgrimage site in Himachal Pradesh is the ________ Temple.
(Answer: Vaishno Devi)

19. The folk music of Rajasthan is known for its vibrant and lively rhythms, called ________.
(Answer: Ghoomar)

20. What is the name of the historical monument in Delhi that marks the site where Mahatma
Gandhi was cremated?
(Answer: Raj Ghat)

Round 3: Regional Geography and Famous Sites (10 Questions)

Topic: Geography, Monuments, and Natural Wonders of Northern India

Question Types: Match the Following, Picture Recognition, True/False

21. Match the following monuments to their respective locations:

a) Qutub Minar - Delhi
b) Golden Temple - Amritsar
c) Fatehpur Sikri - Uttar Pradesh
d) Red Fort - Delhi

22. True or False: The Himalayas are located in the state of Haryana.

23. Which state is home to the famous Jaisalmer Fort, also known as the 'Golden Fort'?
(Answer: Rajasthan)

24. The famous temple complex of Sun Temple is located in which state?
a) Uttar Pradesh
b) Haryana
 c) Odisha
d) Rajasthan

25. Which river originates from the Himalayas and flows through the state of Uttarakhand?
(Answer: Ganges)

26. Which hill station in Himachal Pradesh is famous for its Tibetan culture and monasteries?
(Answer: Dharamshala)

27. Name the city famous for its hot air balloon ride over the Rajasthan desert.
(Answer: Jaisalmer)

28. True or False: The Khajuraho temples are located in the state of Madhya Pradesh.

29. Which state is home to the famous hill station of Nainital?

(Answer: Uttarakhand)

30. True or False: The Taj Mahal is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in Delhi.

Round 4: Advanced Knowledge and Current Affairs (10 Questions)

Topic: Modern-Day Northern India (Politics, Development, Current Events)

Question Types: Open-ended, Rapid-Fire, True/False

31. Who is the current Chief Minister of Delhi?

(Answer: Arvind Kejriwal)

32. Rapid Fire: Name three major rivers that flow through Northern India.
(Answer: Ganges, Yamuna, Brahmaputra)

33. True or False: The first international airport in Northern India is located in Chandigarh.

34. Which Indian Prime Minister was born in the state of Uttar Pradesh?
(Answer: Jawaharlal Nehru)

35. True or False: The National Capital Region (NCR) includes Delhi and parts of Haryana, Uttar
Pradesh, and Rajasthan.

36. Which state in Northern India launched the 'Meri Maati Mera Desh' campaign in 2023 to
honor the country’s independence?
(Answer: Uttar Pradesh)

37. Rapid Fire: Name the capital cities of the following states: Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar
Pradesh.
(Answer: Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Lucknow)

38. True or False: The Atal Tunnel is located in Himachal Pradesh.

39. Who is the current Governor of Uttar Pradesh?

(Answer: Anandiben Patel)

40. Rapid Fire: Which two states in Northern India share the largest border with Pakistan?
(Answer: Punjab, Rajasthan)
Final Instructions:

 Audience Interaction: After each round, ask the audience for answers to specific questions
(e.g., True or False, or Picture Recognition). Keep the answers non-scored, but encourage
participation.

 Timing: Use a timer of 15 minutes per round to maintain the pace and engagement.

 Scoring: Each question is worth 10 points. For the Rapid Fire round, teams will earn points
for correct answers but with no penalty for wrong answers.