SSC CGL 24 September 2025 · Shift 1 · General Awareness — questions with answers · ShikshaSphere
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24 September 2025 · Shift 1
General Awareness
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26
What unique feature sets ISRO's Aditya-L1 mission apart from other solar observation missions?
A.It collects solar data from Lagrange Point 1 to observe the Sun's corona
B.It revolves around the Earth's geostationary orbit
C.It operates from a Mars transfer trajectory
D.It uses infrared imaging from low Earth orbit
Solution
Aditya-L1
Aditya-L1, launched in 2023, is India’s first solar mission.
It sits at Lagrange Point 1, about 1.5 million km from the Earth.
From there it can watch the Sun continuously, without eclipse or occultation, studying the corona and solar wind.
Hence option (a).
27
The strategic cooperation among Quad member nations is mainly centred on which geographical region?
A.Arctic
B.Indo-Pacific
C.Middle East
D.Central Asia
Solution
Quad region
The Quad brings together India, the United States, Japan and Australia.
Its stated aim is a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific.
Maritime security, supply chains and connectivity in that region are its focus.
Hence option (b).
28
The PM-KUSUM initiative links renewable energy with agricultural development. What is its main goal?
A.To promote the setting up of solar-powered irrigation pumps and small solar plants in rural regions
B.To enhance the rural transmission network for uninterrupted electricity supply
C.To ensure free electricity connections for all farmers
D.To expand fertilizer and pesticide subsidies for higher crop output
Solution
PM-KUSUM
PM-KUSUM stands for Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan.
It has three components — small solar plants on barren land, standalone solar pumps, and solarisation of existing grid-connected pumps.
Farmers can also sell surplus power to the grid.
Hence option (a).
29
The Kailasa Temple at Ellora, known for its remarkable rock-cut architecture, was hewn from how many pieces of rock?
A.A single monolithic rock
B.Multiple separate stones
C.Two connected boulders
D.Stone slabs joined together
Solution
Kailasa Temple
Cave 16 at Ellora, the Kailasa Temple, was carved out of ONE single rock.
It was cut downwards from the top of the hill, in the Rashtrakuta period under Krishna I.
It is the largest monolithic rock-cut structure in the world.
Hence option (a).
30
Which novelist was awarded the 2021 PEN Pinter Prize for her bold writings on themes of identity, gender and migration?
A.Buchi Emecheta
B.Tsitsi Dangarembga
C.Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
D.Helon Habila
Solution
PEN Pinter Prize 2021
The 2021 PEN Pinter Prize went to Tsitsi Dangarembga.
She is a Zimbabwean novelist and film-maker, known for Nervous Conditions.
The prize honours a writer of outstanding literary merit who casts an "unflinching gaze" upon the world.
Hence option (b).
31
The term "zugzwang", which refers to a situation where a player is forced to make a disadvantageous move, is used in which game?
A.Billiards
B.Chess
C.Badminton
D.Boxing
Solution
Zugzwang
Zugzwang is a German word meaning "compulsion to move".
In chess it describes a position where any move a player makes worsens his position.
Other chess terms of German origin include zwischenzug.
Hence option (b).
32
What was the key objective of the Government of India Act of 1935 introduced by the British?
A.Create a framework for federal governance with greater provincial powers
B.Offer full independence to Indian provinces
C.Extend voting rights to every adult citizen
D.Establish a British-led dominion in India
Solution
GoI Act 1935
The Act of 1935 provided for an All-India Federation and provincial autonomy.
Dyarchy was abolished in the provinces and introduced at the Centre instead.
The federation never came into being, but the provincial part worked from 1937.
Hence option (a).
33
Under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which of the following is categorized as an identity-related cyber offence?
A.Sharing vacation photos on social media
B.Stealing personal information to forge identities and conduct scams
C.Watching movies on legal streaming platforms
D.Accessing public Wi-Fi for browsing
Solution
Identity theft under BNS
Identity theft means wrongfully obtaining someone’s personal data to impersonate them.
Using it to forge identities and commit fraud is a punishable cyber offence.
The other three are ordinary lawful activities.
Hence option (b).
34
Since 2019, who has been serving as the 20th Governor of Uttar Pradesh?
A.Bhagat Singh Koshyari
B.Anandiben Patel
C.Ramesh Bais
D.Banwarilal Purohit
Solution
UP Governor
Anandiben Patel took charge as Governor of Uttar Pradesh in July 2019.
She had earlier been the first woman Chief Minister of Gujarat.
Bhagat Singh Koshyari served as Governor of Maharashtra.
Hence option (b).
35
Which among the following is NOT a Vedanga, or a limb of the Veda?
A.Jyotisha
B.Vyakarana
C.Vaisheshika
D.Kalpa
Solution
Vedangas
The six Vedangas are Shiksha, Kalpa, Vyakarana, Nirukta, Chhanda and Jyotisha.
Vaisheshika is not among them — it is one of the six schools of Indian PHILOSOPHY, founded by Kanada.
The Vedangas are auxiliary disciplines for studying the Vedas.
Hence option (c).
36
Which of the following statements correctly describe solar energy generation in India?
1. Solar energy is a sustainable power source with low maintenance costs and little environmental harm.
2. The Kamuthi Solar Park, having a capacity of 648 MW, ranks among India's largest single-site solar installations.
A.Only 2
B.Only 1
C.Both 1 and 2
D.Neither 1 nor 2
Solution
Solar energy in India
Solar power needs little upkeep once installed and causes very little pollution — Statement 1 correct.
The Kamuthi Solar Power Project in Tamil Nadu has a capacity of 648 MW and was among the world’s largest single-location plants when built — Statement 2 correct.
Both descriptions hold.
Hence option (c).
37
Consider the following statements regarding India's population pattern:
Statement-I: India's population pyramid is wider in the middle and narrow at both the base and the top.
Statement-II: The country's youthful population is the result of high fertility rates combined with falling mortality.
A.Statement-I is wrong, but Statement-II is right
B.Both statements are right, and Statement-II explains Statement-I correctly
C.Statement-I is right, but Statement-II is wrong
D.Both statements are right, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
Solution
Population pyramid
India’s pyramid has a BROAD BASE and a narrow top, the shape of a young, growing population — Statement I is wrong.
High fertility together with falling death rates is exactly what produces such a young population — Statement II is right.
A pyramid wide in the middle would suggest an ageing society instead.
Hence option (a).
38
Which of the following is NOT a type of raga-based performance?
A.Prabandha
B.Thumri
C.Dhrupad
D.Symphony
Solution
Raga-based forms
Prabandha, dhrupad and thumri are all forms of Indian classical vocal music built on ragas.
A symphony is an extended composition for a Western orchestra.
It follows harmony and movements rather than raga and tala.
Hence option (d).
39
Which of the following best differentiates the Gandhara and Mathura schools of sculpture in ancient India?
A.Gandhara figures show Hellenistic artistic traits, while Mathura sculptures have native Indian features
B.Mathura sculptures were carved mainly from grey schist, whereas Gandhara used red sandstone
C.Gandhara themes were largely centred on Hindu deities, while Mathura focused on Jain images
D.Mathura art reflected Roman naturalism, whereas Gandhara followed purely Indian traditions
Solution
Gandhara vs Mathura
The Gandhara school drew on Greco-Roman models — wavy hair, sharp features and flowing drapery.
The Mathura school used indigenous Indian forms, with fuller, more rounded figures.
Gandhara worked in grey schist and Mathura in red spotted sandstone, so option (b) reverses the materials.
Hence option (a).
40
Which of the following statements regarding India's national and inter-institutional sports events is/are accurate?
1. The first National Games were organized in 1924 at Lahore and were officially renamed during the ninth edition in Bombay.
2. The School Games Federation of India (SGFI) conducts national tournaments exclusively for boys under 17 in contact disciplines like Kabaddi and Wrestling.
3. Inter-University championships generally follow knockout or league patterns, with one team representing each university.
A.Only 2 and 3 are correct
B.1, 2 and 3 are correct
C.Only 1 and 3 are correct
D.Only 1 and 2 are correct
Solution
National Games facts
The first National Games were held at Lahore in 1924 and were renamed at the ninth edition in Bombay — Statement 1 correct.
Inter-University meets do run on knockout or league lines, one team per university — Statement 3 correct.
SGFI holds events for both boys and girls across several age groups, not only boys under 17 — Statement 2 wrong.
Hence 1 and 3 — option (c).
41
Which literary composition, authored by the Vijayanagara monarch Krishnadevaraya, is celebrated for its lyrical excellence and deep devotion to Lord Vishnu?
A.Amuktamalyada
B.Silappadikaram
C.Kiratarjuniya
D.Buddhacharita
Solution
Amuktamalyada
Amuktamalyada was written in Telugu by Krishnadevaraya.
It tells the story of the saint-poetess Andal and her devotion to Vishnu, and also sets out ideas on statecraft.
Silappadikaram is a Tamil epic and Buddhacharita is by Ashvaghosha.
Hence option (a).
42
Fill in the blank:
In the 133rd edition of the Durand Cup (26 July - 31 August 2024), the championship clash featured NorthEast United FC competing against ____.
A.Hyderabad FC
B.FC Goa
C.Mohun Bagan SG
D.Mumbai City FC
Solution
Durand Cup 2024
The 2024 Durand Cup final was played between NorthEast United FC and Mohun Bagan Super Giant.
NorthEast United won the title on penalties.
It was the club’s first Durand Cup crown.
Hence option (c).
43
In a secondary rainbow, the sequence of colours appears:
A.Reversed in comparison to a primary rainbow
B.Dependent on the surrounding air moisture
C.Identical to that of a primary rainbow
D.Irregular and changes randomly
Solution
Secondary rainbow
A secondary rainbow is formed by TWO internal reflections inside each raindrop.
The extra reflection reverses the order of the colours.
So red appears on the inside and violet on the outside, the opposite of the primary bow.
Hence option (a).
44
Fill in the blank:
The traditional sport Thoda, practised in Himachal Pradesh, blends martial art techniques with ____.
A.Sword-fighting
B.Stick play
C.Archery
D.Wrestling bouts
Solution
Thoda
Thoda is played in the Kullu and Sirmaur areas of Himachal Pradesh, mainly at Baisakhi.
It is an archery-based contest in which blunt wooden arrows are aimed below the knee.
The two competing groups are called Pashi and Saathi.
Hence option (c).
45
Which conservative research body publishes the Index of Economic Freedom 2025?
A.Hudson Institute
B.Heritage Foundation
C.Hoover Institution
D.Manhattan Institute
Solution
Index of Economic Freedom
The Index of Economic Freedom is published by the Heritage Foundation, a Washington-based think tank.
It has appeared annually since 1995.
Countries are rated on rule of law, government size, regulatory efficiency and open markets.
Hence option (b).
46
Which of the following statements best explains the functioning of output markets in an open economy?
A.International trade expands the range of goods and services available to both buyers and sellers
B.Only domestic producers gain from trade in goods and services
C.Nations are confined to producing only what they consume
D.Consumers are limited to goods made within their own country
Solution
Open economy
In an open economy, buyers may purchase from abroad and sellers may sell abroad.
This widens the choice available on both sides of the market.
The other options describe a CLOSED economy instead.
Hence option (a).
47
In which year was the Planning Commission of India officially set up to oversee national development programmes?
A.1950
B.1948
C.1953
D.1946
Solution
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission was set up by a government resolution in March 1950.
It was an extra-constitutional, non-statutory body chaired by the Prime Minister.
It was replaced by NITI Aayog on 1 January 2015.
Hence option (a).
48
Bagha Jatin, also known as Jatindranath Mukherjee, is remembered for his courageous struggle and his role in motivating freedom fighters in which region of India?
A.Odisha
B.Bengal
C.Maharashtra
D.Tamil Nadu
Solution
Bagha Jatin
Bagha Jatin was a leader of the Jugantar group in Bengal.
He earned his nickname after killing a Royal Bengal tiger with a dagger.
He died in the Battle of Balasore in 1915.
Hence option (b).
49
Which statement correctly highlights the contribution of Sir M. Visvesvaraya?
A.He was renowned for his pioneering work in engineering and water management projects
B.He introduced the concept of cooperative farming in India
C.He was the founder of India's first public university
D.He initiated the first national transportation policy
Solution
M. Visvesvaraya
Sir M. Visvesvaraya designed the automatic sluice gates and built the Krishna Raja Sagara dam.
He also served as Diwan of Mysore and received the Bharat Ratna in 1955.
His birthday, 15 September, is observed as Engineer’s Day.
Hence option (a).
50
Read the statements below and select the correct answer regarding Assertion (A) and Reason (R).Assertion (A): The 1991 economic reforms facilitated foreign investment and trade liberalisation in India.
Reason (R): The primary aim was to boost domestic savings rather than to open up the economy.
A.Both A and R are correct, and R properly explains A
B.A is correct, but R is incorrect
C.Both A and R are correct, yet R does not explain A
D.A is incorrect, while R is correct
Solution
1991 reforms (A–R)
The 1991 reforms did open the door to foreign investment and cut trade barriers — A is correct.
Their stated aim was precisely to integrate India with the world economy, not merely to raise domestic savings — R is incorrect.
The reforms followed a balance-of-payments crisis.
Hence option (b).
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