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SSC CHSL Indian Polity, History & Geography Questions
Practise indian polity, history & geography (general awareness) for the SSC Combined Higher Secondary 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 National Congress was founded in:
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Answer: A — 1885
It was founded in 1885 in Bombay; A. O. Hume was a founder.
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Q2.Which Article provides for the President’s election by an electoral college?
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Answer: B — Article 54
Article 54 describes the electoral college that elects the President.
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Q3.The Battle of Plassey was fought in:
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Answer: A — 1757
In 1757 the East India Company under Robert Clive defeated Siraj-ud-Daulah.
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Q4.The first Indian satellite was:
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Answer: C — Aryabhata
Aryabhata was launched on 19 April 1975.
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Q5.Which Article of the Constitution abolishes untouchability?
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Answer: A — Article 17
Article 17 abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice.
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Q6.The Panchayati Raj system was given constitutional status by the:
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Answer: D — 73rd Amendment
The 73rd Amendment (1992) added Part IX on Panchayats.
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Q7.Which pass connects Srinagar and Leh?
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Answer: B — Zoji La
Zoji La connects the Kashmir Valley with Ladakh.
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Q8.The Constitution of India came into force on:
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Answer: B — 26 January 1950
It was adopted on 26 November 1949 and came into force on 26 January 1950 (Republic Day).
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Q9.The Indian Standard Time meridian (82.5° E) passes near:
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Answer: B — Allahabad (Prayagraj)
The IST meridian passes near Mirzapur/Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh.
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Q10.Which is the largest state of India by area?
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Answer: D — Rajasthan
Rajasthan is the largest state by area (about 342,000 km²).
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.
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SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination — conducted by Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Recruits Class 12 pass candidates for posts such as LDC, JSA and Data Entry Operator.
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