SSC-CGL 2025 General Awareness

Practice subject-wise previous year questions

Question 76

Assertion (A): Increase in government spending can raise aggregate demand in the economy. Reason (R): Government expenditure forms a component of aggregate demand.

Both A and R true and R explains A

Both A and R true but R not explanation

A true but R false

A false but R true

Question 77

In the Indus Valley Civilization, Lothal was especially famous for:

Dockyard and maritime trade

Stone sculpture workshops

Iron smelting industries

Large agricultural granaries

Question 78

In the context of disinvestment policy in India, what does ‘strategic sale’ refer to?

Sale of minority government stake without management transfer

Complete sale with transfer of management control

Leasing of PSU assets to private firms

Conversion of PSU into cooperative

Question 79

The ‘Ambubachi Mela’ held at the Kamakhya Temple in Assam is associated with which belief?

The annual menstruation of Goddess Kamakhya

Celebration of the harvest season

Worship of the Sun God during summer solstice

Commemoration of the temple’s foundation

Question 80

Which GovernorGeneral of India introduced the English Education Act of 1835?

Lord William Bentinck

Lord Wellesley

Lord Dalhousie

Lord Ripon

Question 81

The concept of “agroforestry” primarily refers to:

Cultivation of crops only in forest areas

Integration of trees with crops and livestock systems

Plantation of ornamental plants in cities

Intensive irrigation practices in deserts

Question 82

In highlevel pole vault competitions, athletes generally use how many steps in their approach run?

8–10

12–14

16–20

22–26

Question 83

One major reason for uneven benefits of the Green Revolution in India was:

Absence of agricultural universities

Limited irrigation and infrastructure in some regions

Ban on fertilizer usage

Decline in global wheat demand

Question 84

The ritual dance ‘Padayani’, performed in temples of Kerala, is traditionally accompanied by which percussion instrument?

Chenda

Mardala

Pung

Khol

Question 85

Read the statements below and choose the correct option regarding the 37th National Games: Statement 1: The 37th National Games were held in Goa. Statement 2: The event involved competitions across multiple venues in the state.

Only Statement 1

Only Statement 2

Both Statement 1 and 2

Neither Statement 1 nor 2

Question 86

Assertion (A): The Global Competitiveness Index ranks countries based on productivity and competitiveness factors. Reason (R): It evaluates indicators such as infrastructure, innovation and macroeconomic stability.

Both A and R true and R explains A

Both A and R true but R not explanation

A true but R false

A false but R true

Question 87

Recognition of electronic records in Indian courts is primarily supported by provisions under which law?

The Information Technology Act, 2000

The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988

The Companies Act, 2013

The Official Secrets Act, 1923

Question 88

Consider the following statements about early medieval political struggles in northern India: Statement I: The GurjaraPratiharas, Palas and Rashtrakutas competed for dominance over Kanauj. Statement II: The Palas were mainly centred in the Bengal region. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only Statement I

Only Statement II

Both Statement I and II

Neither Statement I nor II

Question 89

The Chambal river basin is geographically associated with ravine landscapes mainly across which states?

Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan

Rajasthan, Gujarat and Haryana

Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Gujarat

Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Jharkhand

Question 90

Which optical device uses a convex mirror to provide a wider field of view?

Microscope

Periscope

Rearview mirror of vehicles

Telescope

Question 91

Which of the following statements about the Finance Commission of India is correct? A) It is constituted by the President of India. B) It recommends distribution of tax revenues between Centre and States.

Only A

Only B

Both A and B

Neither A nor B

Question 92

Which state in India enacted legislation to implement the Uniform Civil Code in 2024?

Uttarakhand

Goa

Himachal Pradesh

Rajasthan

Question 93

Assertion (A): Cryogenic engines are crucial for launching heavy payloads into geostationary orbit. Reason (R): Cryogenic propellants provide high efficiency and greater thrust performance.

Both A and R are true and R explains A

Both A and R are true but R does not explain A

A true but R false

A false but R true

Question 94

Fill in the blanks: Under Article 249, the Rajya Sabha can empower Parliament to legislate on subjects in the ______ List.

State

Union

Concurrent

Residuary

Question 95

Consider the following statements about Biosphere Reserves in India: 1. They aim to conserve biodiversity and promote sustainable development. 2. Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve was the first biosphere reserve established in India. 3. All biosphere reserves are strictly protected with no human activity allowed. Which of the above is/are correct?

1 and 2 only

2 and 3 only

1 and 3 only

1, 2 and 3

Question 96

What is the main objective of the International North–South Transport Corridor (INSTC)?

Expansion of military alliances

Development of nuclear energy trade

Facilitation of faster trade between India, Central Asia and Europe

Promotion of tourism in Central Asia

Question 97

Which of the following statements about India at the 2012 London Olympics is correct? 1. India won six medals in total. 2. Saina Nehwal won a bronze medal in badminton.

Only 1

Only 2

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 98

Consider the following statements regarding the Red Fort in Delhi: 1. It was commissioned by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. 2. The DiwaniAam and DiwaniKhas are located inside the complex. 3. It was constructed during the reign of Aurangzeb. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 and 2 only

2 and 3 only

1 and 3 only

1, 2 and 3

Question 99

Which government programme focuses on providing allweather road connectivity to unconnected habitations in rural India?

Sagarmala Programme

Bharatmala Pariyojana

Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana

Smart Cities Mission

Question 100

Which of the following best describes the central theme of the book The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank?

A historical analysis of World War II military strategies

Personal experiences of a Jewish girl hiding during the Nazi occupation

A fictional story about life in post-war Europe

A biography of political leaders during World War II

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