SSC CHSL — Set 9

Correct Answer: A. Konark

The Sun Temple is located in Konark, Odisha. It was built in the 13th century by King Narasimhadeva I. The temple is designed in the shape of a colossal chariot with twelve pairs of wheels.

Correct Answer: C. Aravalli

The Aravalli Range is considered the oldest fold mountain system in India. It spans across the states of Rajasthan, Haryana, and Gujarat. Guru Shikhar is the highest peak of this ancient mountain range.

Correct Answer: B. Atmaram Pandurang

Atmaram Pandurang founded the Prarthana Samaj in Bombay in 1867. The organization focused on social reforms like widow remarriage and women's education. It was inspired by the earlier Brahmo Samaj movement in Bengal.

Correct Answer: D. Part III

Part III of the Indian Constitution contains the Fundamental Rights from Articles 12 to 35. These rights are often called the 'Magna Carta' of India. They provide protection to citizens against the arbitrary use of state power.

Correct Answer: A. Baking Soda

Sodium Bicarbonate is commonly known as baking soda in households. Its chemical formula is NaHCO3 and it is used as a leavening agent in cooking. It also acts as an effective antacid to neutralize stomach acidity.

Correct Answer: B. Godavari

The Godavari is known as Dakshina Ganga because it is the largest river in South India. It originates from Trimbakeshwar in the Nashik district of Maharashtra. The river flows across the Deccan Plateau before entering the Bay of Bengal.

Correct Answer: C. Hyderabad

The Pullela Gopichand Badminton Academy is a prestigious training facility in Hyderabad. It was founded by former All England Open champion Pullela Gopichand. Many top Indian players like Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu trained here.

Correct Answer: D. Vitamin D

Vitamin D is produced by the human skin when it is exposed to ultraviolet rays from sunlight. It is essential for the absorption of calcium and phosphorus in the body. A deficiency of this vitamin can lead to bone diseases like rickets.

Correct Answer: A. C. Rajagopalachari

C. Rajagopalachari was the first and only Indian Governor-General of independent India. He succeeded Lord Mountbatten in 1948 and served until 1950. He was also a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress.

Correct Answer: B. Watt

The Watt is the standard SI unit of power, defined as one joule per second. It is named after the Scottish inventor James Watt for his work on steam engines. One horsepower is approximately equal to 746 watts.

Correct Answer: C. Kerala

Kerala accounts for more than 75 percent of the total natural rubber production in India. The tropical climate and heavy rainfall in the state are ideal for rubber plantations. India is currently one of the top rubber producers in the world.

Correct Answer: C. Lahore Session

The Purna Swaraj or Complete Independence resolution was passed in the 1929 Lahore Session. Jawaharlal Nehru presided over this historic session held on the banks of the Ravi River. January 26 was initially chosen as the Independence Day following this declaration.

Correct Answer: B. Lungs

Pneumonia is an infection that primarily inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs. It can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi, leading to difficulty in breathing. Symptoms include cough, fever, and chest pain during respiration.

Correct Answer: B. Rajasthan

The Panchayati Raj system was first inaugurated in Nagaur district of Rajasthan in 1959. It was based on the recommendations of the Balwant Rai Mehta Committee. The system aims to establish local self-government at the village level.

Correct Answer: B. National Institution for Transforming India

NITI stands for National Institution for Transforming India, which replaced the Planning Commission. It was established on January 1, 2015, to serve as a policy think tank for the government. The Prime Minister of India serves as the Ex-officio Chairman of this body.

Correct Answer: D. Chlorine

Chlorine gas is released when bleaching powder reacts with dilute acids like hydrochloric acid. Bleaching powder is chemically known as Calcium Hypochlorite. It is widely used for disinfecting water and bleaching textiles.

Correct Answer: B. Sikkim

Khangchendzonga National Park is located in the state of Sikkim. It is famous for being India's first 'Mixed Heritage' site on the UNESCO World Heritage list. The park contains Mount Kanchenjunga, the third highest peak in the world.

Correct Answer: C. Rabindranath Tagore

Rabindranath Tagore is the author of the poetry collection titled 'Gitanjali'. He received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913 for this highly acclaimed work. Tagore was the first non-European to win a Nobel Prize.

Correct Answer: C. Acetic Acid

Vinegar contains acetic acid, which gives it a sour taste and pungent smell. It is typically a 5 to 8 percent solution of acetic acid in water. It is commonly used as a preservative and for flavoring in cooking.

Correct Answer: B. 1982

NABARD was established on July 12, 1982, based on the B. Sivaraman Committee report. It is the apex regulatory body for regional rural banks and cooperative banks in India. Its main focus is on the development of rural areas and the agriculture sector.

Correct Answer: B. Football

The Durand Cup is a prestigious football tournament and is the oldest in Asia. It was first held in 1888 in Shimla and named after its founder, Sir Mortimer Durand. The tournament is now organized by the Indian Armed Forces annually.

Correct Answer: B. Venus

Venus is often called Earth's Twin because its size, mass, and composition are very similar to Earth. However, it has a thick, toxic atmosphere that traps heat, making it the hottest planet. It also rotates on its axis in the opposite direction of most planets.

Correct Answer: C. Lord Dufferin

Lord Dufferin was the Viceroy of India at the time of the foundation of the Congress. The first session was held in Bombay under the presidency of W.C. Bonnerjee. Initially, the British government viewed the organization as a 'safety valve'.

Correct Answer: B. Wetlands

The Ramsar Convention is an international treaty for the conservation and sustainable use of wetlands. It was signed in the city of Ramsar, Iran, in 1971. India is a signatory to this convention and has several designated Ramsar sites.

Correct Answer: C. Silver

Silver is the most electrically conductive metal known to man. It is followed by copper and gold in terms of conductivity levels. However, copper is more commonly used in wiring due to its lower cost.

Correct Answer: C. Mahanadi

The Hirakud Dam is built across the Mahanadi River in the state of Odisha. It is one of the longest earthen dams in the world. The project provides irrigation to a large area and generates hydroelectric power.

Correct Answer: D. 35 years

Article 58 of the Constitution states that a person must be at least 35 years old to be the President. The candidate must also be a citizen of India and qualified to be a member of the Lok Sabha. The President is the supreme commander of the Indian Armed Forces.

Correct Answer: B. Chanakya

Chanakya, also known as Kautilya, wrote the Arthashastra on statecraft and economic policy. He was the chief advisor to the Mauryan Emperor Chandragupta Maurya. The book is considered a foundational text for political science in India.

Correct Answer: D. Methane

Methane is the main component of natural gas, usually making up about 70 to 90 percent of its volume. It is a clean-burning fossil fuel used widely for heating and electricity generation. Methane is also a potent greenhouse gas that can trap heat in the atmosphere.

Correct Answer: A. Uttarakhand

The Valley of Flowers is located in the North Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its meadows of endemic alpine flowers. The park is situated in the high-altitude Himalayan region.

Correct Answer: C. Bangalore

Bangalore is known as the Electronic City due to its status as a major IT and electronics hub. It hosts the headquarters of many prominent Indian and international technology companies. The city is also referred to as the 'Silicon Valley of India'.

Correct Answer: B. Lord Canning

Lord Canning became the first Viceroy of India after the Government of India Act 1858. He also served as the last Governor-General of India under the East India Company. During his tenure, the universities of Calcutta, Bombay, and Madras were established.

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: C. Kuchipudi

Kuchipudi is a traditional dance form that originated in a village of the same name in Andhra Pradesh. It combines speech, mime, and pure dance elements in its performance. The dance is known for its graceful movements and narrative storytelling.

Correct Answer: D. Gujarat

Lothal was a major port city of the Indus Valley Civilization located in modern-day Gujarat. It is famous for having the world's earliest known artificial dockyard connected to the river Sabarmati. Excavations at Lothal provided valuable insights into ancient maritime trade.

Correct Answer: C. Iris

The iris is the colored part of the eye that regulates light by adjusting the size of the pupil. It acts like a camera's aperture to protect the inner eye from excessive brightness. In low light, the iris expands the pupil to allow more light in.

Correct Answer: B. Bharat Ratna

The Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award, instituted in 1954. it is awarded for exceptional service in any field of human endeavor. The award ceremony is traditionally held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi.

Correct Answer: B. Rajasthan

Sariska Tiger Reserve is located in the Alwar district of Rajasthan. It was once the hunting ground for the Maharaja of Alwar. It became a national park in 1982 and is a key part of Project Tiger.

Correct Answer: B. P.T. Usha

P.T. Usha is popularly known as the Payyoli Express due to her incredible speed in track events. She dominated Indian athletics for over a decade in the 1980s. She is often called the 'Queen of Indian Track and Field'.

Correct Answer: C. Krishna

The Nagarjuna Sagar Dam is a major masonry dam built across the Krishna River. It is located on the border between the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. It is named after the Buddhist scholar Acharya Nagarjuna.