Question 1

Which of the following elements is known as 'Fool's Gold'?

Accepted Answer

Iron Pyrite. Iron Pyrite is called Fool's Gold because its metallic luster and brassy hue resemble real gold. It is chemically composed of iron and sulfur with the formula FeS2. While it looks like gold, it is much harder and more brittle.

Question 2

The famous 'Gaya Session' of the Indian National Congress in 1922 was presided over by whom?

Accepted Answer

C.R. Das. Chittaranjan Das presided over the Gaya session where the proposal to enter legislatures was defeated. This led to the formation of the Swaraj Party by C.R. Das and Motilal Nehru. The session highlighted the internal division between 'Pro-changers' and 'No-changers'.

Question 3

Which of the following Articles of the Indian Constitution deals with the 'Right to Education'?

Accepted Answer

Article 21A. Article 21A declares that the State shall provide free and compulsory education to all children aged six to fourteen. This was inserted by the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2002. It made education a fundamental right rather than just a directive principle.

Question 4

The 'Narmada River' originates from which of the following mountain ranges?

Accepted Answer

Maikal Range. The Narmada River originates from the Amarkantak Plateau in the Maikal Range of Madhya Pradesh. It flows westwards through a rift valley between the Vindhya and Satpura ranges. It is one of the few major rivers in India that flows into the Arabian Sea.

Question 5

What is the term used for the 'Inflation' that occurs at a very high and accelerating rate?

Accepted Answer

Hyperinflation. Hyperinflation is a situation where prices rise more than 50% per month, rendering the national currency nearly worthless. It often occurs due to excessive money printing during periods of political or economic instability. Historical examples include post-WWI Germany and modern-day Zimbabwe.

SSC CGL — Set 21