SSC GD — Set 4

Correct Answer: B. Godavari

Godavari is called Dakshin Ganga because of its large size and expanse. It is the longest river in Peninsular India. The river originates from Trimbakeshwar in Maharashtra.

Correct Answer: A. 1526

The First Battle of Panipat was fought in 1526 between Babur and Ibrahim Lodi. This victory marked the beginning of the Mughal Empire in India. Babur used gunpowder and artillery for the first time in this region.

Correct Answer: C. Article 17

Article 17 strictly prohibits the practice of untouchability in any form. It is a significant provision to ensure social equality among citizens. This article is a part of the Fundamental Rights in the Constitution.

Correct Answer: D. Au

The chemical symbol for Gold is Au, derived from the Latin word Aurum. It is a highly malleable and ductile transition metal. Gold does not react with oxygen or moisture at room temperature.

Correct Answer: B. Mars

Mars is known as the Red Planet due to the presence of iron oxide on its surface. It is the fourth planet from the Sun in our solar system. Mars has two small moons named Phobos and Deimos.

Correct Answer: A. Lord Mountbatten

Lord Mountbatten served as the first Governor-General of independent India until June 1948. He was also the last Viceroy of British India. C. Rajagopalachari later became the first and only Indian Governor-General.

Correct Answer: C. Vitamin C

Scurvy is a disease resulting from a lack of Vitamin C in the diet. It causes symptoms like bleeding gums and weakness in the body. Citrus fruits like lemons and oranges are rich sources of this vitamin.

Correct Answer: C. Geneva

The headquarters of the WHO is located in Geneva, Switzerland. It was established on 7 April 1948 to manage international public health. World Health Day is celebrated every year on the date of its founding.

Correct Answer: C. Jawaharlal Nehru

Jawaharlal Nehru wrote 'Discovery of India' while he was imprisoned in Ahmednagar Fort. The book provides a broad view of Indian history and culture. Nehru was the first Prime Minister of independent India.

Correct Answer: B. Nitrogen

Nitrogen makes up approximately 78% of the Earth's atmosphere. It is an essential element for all living organisms to build proteins. Oxygen is the second most abundant gas at about 21%.

Correct Answer: B. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

Raja Ram Mohan Roy founded the Brahmo Samaj in 1828 in Calcutta. He is known as the 'Father of Modern India' for his social reforms. He played a key role in the abolition of the Sati practice.

Correct Answer: A. One-horned Rhinoceros

Kaziranga National Park is world-famous for its population of the Great One-horned Rhinoceros. It is located in the state of Assam along the Brahmaputra River. This park is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Correct Answer: B. Barometer

A barometer is the scientific instrument used to measure air pressure. Torricelli is credited with inventing the first mercury barometer. Changes in atmospheric pressure help in predicting weather patterns.

Correct Answer: A. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel is called the Iron Man for his role in uniting the princely states. He served as the first Home Minister of independent India. The Statue of Unity was built in Gujarat to honor him.

Correct Answer: C. Ozone Layer

The Ozone Layer absorbs most of the Sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation. It is primarily located in the lower portion of the stratosphere. Depletion of this layer can lead to skin cancer and environmental damage.

Correct Answer: C. 35 years

According to Article 58, a person must be at least 35 years old to be eligible for the Presidency. The President is the supreme commander of the Indian Armed Forces. The term of office for the President is five years.

Correct Answer: A. Sabarmati Ashram

Mahatma Gandhi started the Dandi March from Sabarmati Ashram on March 12, 1930. The march was a protest against the salt tax imposed by the British. It covered a distance of about 240 miles to the village of Dandi.

Correct Answer: B. Odisha

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 and hydroelectric power to the region.

Correct Answer: B. Indira Gandhi

Indira Gandhi was the first woman to be honored with the Bharat Ratna in 1971. She was the first female Prime Minister of India. The Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award in the country.

Correct Answer: C. Newton

The SI unit of Force is the Newton, named after Sir Isaac Newton. One Newton is the force needed to accelerate one kilogram of mass at one meter per second squared. Force is a vector quantity having both magnitude and direction.

Correct Answer: D. Gujarat

Gujarat has the longest coastline among all Indian states, stretching over 1600 km. It is followed by Andhra Pradesh on the eastern coast. India has a total coastline of more than 7500 km.

Correct Answer: B. Chandragupta Maurya

Chandragupta Maurya founded the Maurya Empire in 322 BCE with the help of Chanakya. He defeated the last ruler of the Nanda dynasty to take the throne. The empire was one of the largest to ever exist in the Indian subcontinent.

Correct Answer: C. Leaf

The Leaf is the primary site where photosynthesis takes place in plants. Leaves contain chlorophyll, which absorbs sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose. This process also produces oxygen as a by-product, making leaves essential for plant survival and Earth's atmosphere.

Correct Answer: D. Mumbai

The headquarters of the Reserve Bank of India is located in Mumbai. It was originally established in Kolkata but moved to Mumbai in 1937. RBI is the central bank responsible for regulating the Indian currency.

Correct Answer: B. Yen

The Yen is the official currency of Japan. It is the third most traded currency in the foreign exchange market. The currency symbol for the Yen is ¥.

Correct Answer: C. Rabindranath Tagore

Rabindranath Tagore won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913 for his work 'Gitanjali'. He was the first non-European to receive this prestigious award. He also composed the national anthems of India and Bangladesh.

Correct Answer: B. Carbon Dioxide

Carbon Dioxide is used in fire extinguishers because it does not support combustion. It displaces oxygen and cools the fuel to put out the fire. It is particularly effective for electrical and flammable liquid fires.

Correct Answer: C. 1942

The Quit India Movement was launched by Mahatma Gandhi on August 8, 1942. It was a massive civil disobedience movement demanding an end to British rule. Gandhi gave the famous slogan 'Do or Die' during this movement.

Correct Answer: B. Goa

Goa is the smallest state in India by land area. It is located on the southwestern coast of the country. Panaji is the capital of this coastal state.

Correct Answer: C. Billiards

Pankaj Advani is a world-renowned Billiards and Snooker player from India. He has won multiple IBSF World Billiards Championships. He was honored with the Padma Bhushan for his achievements.

Correct Answer: A. Sarojini Naidu

Sarojini Naidu was the first woman to become the Governor of an Indian state (Uttar Pradesh). She is widely known as the 'Nightingale of India'. She was also a prominent leader in the Indian independence movement.

Correct Answer: D. Rice

Rice is a Kharif crop that is sown at the beginning of the monsoon season. These crops require a lot of water and hot weather to grow. They are generally harvested between September and October.

Correct Answer: A. 37°C

The normal body temperature of a healthy human adult is 37 degrees Celsius (98.6°F). This temperature is maintained by the body's thermoregulatory system. A temperature above 37.5°C is generally considered a fever. The hypothalamus in the brain acts as the body's thermostat to regulate this temperature.

Correct Answer: A. 42nd Amendment

The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 added Fundamental Duties to the Indian Constitution. They were included based on the recommendations of the Swaran Singh Committee. There are currently eleven fundamental duties listed for citizens.

Correct Answer: B. Jaipur

Jaipur is known as the Pink City because of the distinctive color of its buildings. The city was painted pink in 1876 to welcome the Prince of Wales. It is the capital city of the state of Rajasthan.

Correct Answer: C. Bahadur Shah Zafar

Bahadur Shah Zafar was the last Mughal Emperor of India. He played a symbolic role in the Revolt of 1857 against the British. After the revolt, he was exiled to Rangoon by the British.

Correct Answer: B. Odisha

The Konark Sun Temple is a 13th-century temple located in Odisha. It was built by King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty. The temple is designed in the shape of a massive chariot.

Correct Answer: D. Vitamin K

Vitamin K is essential for the process of blood coagulation or clotting. It helps the body stop bleeding from wounds. Green leafy vegetables are a primary source of this vitamin.

Correct Answer: B. Gopal Krishna Gokhale

Gopal Krishna Gokhale was the political mentor of Mahatma Gandhi. He advised Gandhi to travel around India to understand the needs of the people. Gokhale was a senior leader of the Indian National Congress.

Correct Answer: C. Karnataka

Karnataka accounts for more than 70% of total coffee production in India. The Baba Budan Hills are the birthplace of coffee cultivation in the country. India mainly produces two types of coffee: Arabica and Robusta.