SSC CGL — Set 1

Correct Answer: B. Article 75

Article 75 states that the Prime Minister shall be appointed by the President. The other ministers are appointed by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister. The ministers hold office during the pleasure of the President.

Correct Answer: B. Weber

The SI unit of magnetic flux is the Weber. One Weber is equal to one Tesla per square meter. It is named after the German physicist Wilhelm Eduard Weber.

Correct Answer: C. 1761

The Third Battle of Panipat was fought in 1761 between the Maratha Empire and the Durrani Empire. Ahmad Shah Abdali led the Afghan forces to victory. This battle halted the Maratha advance towards Northern India.

Correct Answer: C. Vitamin A

Xerophthalmia is caused by a severe deficiency of Vitamin A. This condition results in abnormal dryness of the conjunctiva and cornea of the eye. It can lead to night blindness if left untreated.

Correct Answer: B. Swaran Singh Committee

The Swaran Singh Committee recommended the inclusion of Fundamental Duties in 1976. Consequently, the 42nd Amendment Act added 10 duties to the Constitution. Currently, there are 11 Fundamental Duties listed under Article 51A.

Correct Answer: A. Jyotirao Phule

Jyotirao Phule founded the Satyashodhak Samaj in Pune in 1873. The society focused on the education and social rights of underprivileged groups. He is also well known for his famous work titled Gulamgiri.

Correct Answer: C. Stratosphere

The Ozone layer is located within the Stratosphere. It protects the Earth by absorbing the majority of the Sun's harmful ultraviolet rays. This layer sits roughly 15 to 35 kilometers above the Earth's surface.

Correct Answer: D. Income Tax

Income tax is a direct tax levied on the annual income of individuals or entities. It is paid directly by the taxpayer to the government. Indirect taxes like GST are collected by an intermediary from the consumer.

Correct Answer: B. Nagaland

The Hornbill Festival is held annually in Nagaland to promote cultural heritage. It is often referred to as the 'Festival of Festivals' in the Northeast. The event usually takes place in the first week of December.

Correct Answer: C. Sodium Bicarbonate

The chemical name of baking soda is Sodium Bicarbonate. Its chemical formula is represented as NaHCO3. It is commonly used in cooking as a leavening agent to make dough rise.

Correct Answer: D. Kosi

The Kosi River is known as the Sorrow of Bihar due to its frequent flooding. It changes its course regularly, causing heavy damage to crops and property. The river originates from the Himalayas in Nepal.

Correct Answer: B. Warren Hastings

Warren Hastings became the first Governor-General of Bengal under the Regulating Act of 1773. He abolished the Dual System of government established by Robert Clive. He also founded the Calcutta Madrasa for Islamic studies.

Correct Answer: C. Seismograph

A seismograph is used to detect and record the intensity of seismic waves. The magnitude of the earthquake is usually reported on the Richter scale. This data helps scientists determine the epicenter and depth of the quake.

Correct Answer: B. 1929

The Purna Swaraj resolution was passed during the Lahore session of the Congress in 1929. Jawaharlal Nehru presided over this historic session. The Congress declared January 26, 1930, as Independence Day.

Correct Answer: C. Sublimation

Sublimation is the transition of a substance directly from the solid to the gas phase. Camphor and dry ice are common examples of substances that undergo sublimation. It occurs without the substance passing through an intermediate liquid stage.

Correct Answer: C. Liver

The liver is the largest internal organ and gland in the human body. It plays a vital role in detoxification and the production of bile. It also stores glycogen and essential vitamins.

Correct Answer: B. Thomas Munro

Thomas Munro introduced the Ryotwari System in the Madras and Bombay Presidencies. Under this system, the land revenue was paid directly by the peasants to the government. It was designed to eliminate middlemen known as Zamindars.

Correct Answer: C. Venus

Venus is called the Morning or Evening Star because it is very bright in the sky. It is the second planet from the Sun and the hottest planet in our solar system. Its thick atmosphere traps heat through a runaway greenhouse effect.

Correct Answer: B. Jyotirao Phule

Jyotirao Phule wrote Gulamgiri in 1873 to critique the caste system. He dedicated the book to the American movement to abolish slavery. It remains a foundational text for social reform in India.

Correct Answer: C. Circulation of currency

Circulation of currency is the correct answer to this question. This is an important fact from the General Knowledge and Current Affairs syllabus frequently tested in Indian competitive examinations such as SSC CGL, RRB NTPC, and state-level PSC exams. A thorough understanding of Circulation of currency and related topics will help candidates score well in the GK section. Regular revision of such key facts is highly recommended for exam preparation.

Correct Answer: B. Red Phosphorus

Red phosphorus is used on the striking surface of safety matchboxes. It is much less reactive and safer than white phosphorus. When rubbed, friction converts a small amount of red phosphorus into white phosphorus to ignite the match.

Correct Answer: B. 42nd Amendment

The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 is often called the 'Mini Constitution' due to its vast changes. It added the words 'Socialist', 'Secular', and 'Integrity' to the Preamble. It also introduced Fundamental Duties and changed the powers of the Judiciary.

Correct Answer: B. Annie Besant

Annie Besant was elected as the first woman President of the Congress in 1917. She presided over the Calcutta session of the Indian National Congress. Sarojini Naidu later became the first Indian woman President in 1925.

Correct Answer: B. Part IV

Part IV of the Constitution contains the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP). These principles are covered under Articles 36 to 51. They are non-justiciable but fundamental in the governance of the country.

Correct Answer: B. Price stability

The primary objective of monetary policy is to maintain price stability while keeping growth in mind. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) manages the money supply and interest rates to control inflation. This policy is reviewed bi-monthly by the Monetary Policy Committee.

Correct Answer: C. Sri Lanka

The Palk Strait is a water body that connects the Bay of Bengal with the Gulf of Mannar. It separates the Tamil Nadu state of India from the Mannar district of Sri Lanka. It is named after Robert Palk, a former Governor of Madras.

Correct Answer: C. James Chadwick

James Chadwick discovered the neutron in 1932 through experiments with beryllium. The neutron is a subatomic particle with no electrical charge located in the nucleus. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for this discovery in 1935.

Correct Answer: C. Mohiniyattam

Mohiniyattam is a classical dance form that originated in Kerala. It is traditionally performed by women and is known for its graceful, feminine movements. Kathakali is another major classical dance form from the same state.

Correct Answer: C. 552

The maximum strength of the Lok Sabha is fixed at 552 members. This includes 530 members from states and 20 from Union Territories. Previously, 2 members were nominated from the Anglo-Indian community, but this was recently abolished.

Correct Answer: B. Palakkad

Silent Valley National Park is located in the Palakkad district of Kerala. It is known for its unique rainforest ecosystem and the rare Lion-tailed Macaque. The park is situated in the Nilgiri Hills of the Western Ghats.

Correct Answer: B. Formic Acid

An ant's sting contains Methanoic acid, commonly known as Formic acid. This acid causes the burning sensation and swelling after a bite. It is the simplest carboxylic acid with the formula HCOOH.

Correct Answer: B. Lord Linlithgow

Lord Linlithgow was the Viceroy of India during the launch of the Quit India Movement. He served the longest tenure as Viceroy from 1936 to 1943. Mahatma Gandhi gave the famous 'Do or Die' slogan during this movement.

Correct Answer: D. Maize

Maize is a Kharif crop that is sown with the beginning of the monsoon in June-July. These crops require a lot of water and high temperatures to grow. Wheat, mustard, and gram are examples of Rabi crops sown in winter.

Correct Answer: B. CaSO4·1/2H2O

The chemical formula of Plaster of Paris is CaSO4·½H2O (Calcium Sulphate Hemihydrate). It is prepared by heating gypsum (CaSO4·2H2O) to about 120°C. Plaster of Paris is widely used in construction, medicine for setting fractured bones, and making decorative items.

Correct Answer: C. Hockey

The term 'Bully' is a method used to start or restart play in a field hockey match. It involves two players tapping their sticks before competing for the ball. It is rarely used in modern international hockey but remains a standard technical term.

Correct Answer: C. Mahavira

Lord Mahavira was the 24th and final Tirthankara of Jainism. He was born in Kundagrama and attained enlightenment at the age of 42. Rishabhdev is considered the first Tirthankara and founder of Jainism.

Correct Answer: B. Convex Mirror

Convex mirrors are used in vehicles because they provide a wider field of view. They always form an erect and diminished image of distant objects. This helps drivers see a larger area of traffic behind them.

Correct Answer: B. 2015

NITI Aayog was formed on January 1, 2015, replacing the old Planning Commission. It serves as the premier policy think tank of the Government of India. The Prime Minister serves as the ex-officio Chairperson of the body.

Correct Answer: C. 7

Pure water has a pH value of 7, which makes it chemically neutral. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14, with values below 7 indicating acidity and above 7 indicating alkalinity. A pH of 7 means equal concentrations of hydrogen (H⁺) and hydroxide (OH⁻) ions. Pure water's neutral pH of 7 makes it an important reference point on the pH scale.

Correct Answer: D. Hypothalamus

The hypothalamus is the part of the brain that regulates body temperature and appetite. It acts as the body's smart control coordinating center to maintain internal balance. It also links the nervous system to the endocrine system via the pituitary gland.