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SSC CGL Indian Polity, History & Geography Questions
Practise indian polity, history & geography (general awareness) for the SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination: 10 multiple-choice questions, each with the correct answer and a worked explanation. Click an option to check it, or “New questions” for another set.
Indian Polity, History & Geography practice
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Q1.The Indian Standard Time meridian (82.5° E) passes near:
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Answer: D — Allahabad (Prayagraj)
The IST meridian passes near Mirzapur/Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh.
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Q2.Who is known as the chief architect of the Indian Constitution?
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Answer: C — Dr B. R. Ambedkar
Dr B. R. Ambedkar chaired the Drafting Committee of the Constituent Assembly.
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Q3.Which Article deals with the Right to Constitutional Remedies?
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Answer: C — Article 32
Article 32 lets citizens move the Supreme Court to enforce Fundamental Rights.
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Q4.The Chola dynasty is best known for its:
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Answer: A — Naval power and temple architecture
The Cholas built a powerful navy and temples such as the Brihadeeswarar temple at Thanjavur.
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Q5.Which Five-Year Plan is associated with the Mahalanobis model?
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Answer: B — Second
The Second Plan (1956–61) emphasised heavy industry using the Mahalanobis model.
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Q6.Which Article empowers the President to declare a National Emergency?
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Answer: A — Article 352
Article 352 — National Emergency; 356 — President’s Rule; 360 — Financial Emergency.
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Q7.The Battle of Plassey was fought in:
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Answer: C — 1757
In 1757 the East India Company under Robert Clive defeated Siraj-ud-Daulah.
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Q8.Who is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?
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Answer: C — Vice-President
The Vice-President is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha (Article 64).
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Q9.The first Indian satellite was:
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Answer: D — Aryabhata
Aryabhata was launched on 19 April 1975.
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Q10.Which Article of the Constitution abolishes untouchability?
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Answer: C — Article 17
Article 17 abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice.
How to approach indian polity, history & geography questions
Anchor facts to the Constitution’s Parts and key Articles (III Fundamental Rights, IV DPSP, 32, 352, 356, 360) and build timelines for the freedom struggle. Pair each place with its state on a map.
About SSC CGL
SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination — conducted by Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Recruits graduates to Group B and C posts in central ministries, departments and offices.
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