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SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 12 September 2025 Shift 3 GK Questions – with answers & solutions

All 25 GK / GS questions asked in SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 on 12 September 2025 Shift 3, with correct answers and short solutions, subject-wise: Static GK, Ancient History, Current Affairs, Economics, Geography, Polity.

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Subjects: Static GK (8) · Ancient History (1) · Current Affairs (4) · Economics (3) · Geography (5) · Polity (4)

Static GK (8)

Dances · Classical dances and their states

Q1. Arrange the following classical dances in chronological order of earliest historical references (oldest to newest): 1. Bharatanatyam 2. Mohiniyattam 3. Kathak 4. Manipuri

  1. (a) 1 - 3 - 2 - 4
  2. (b) 1 - 2 - 4 - 3
  3. (c) 1 - 3 - 4 - 2
  4. (d) 1 - 4 - 3 - 2
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 1 - 3 - 4 - 2

• Chronological order of origin:
• Bharatanatyam (1): Most ancient, references in Natyashastra (~200 BCE)
• Kathak (3): Medieval period, ~8th-9th century CE
• Manipuri (4): ~15th century CE
• Mohiniyattam (2): ~19th century CE (revived by Swathi Thirunal)
• Order: 1 → 3 → 4 → 2
Festivals, Fairs, Paintings and Crafts · Tribal festivals

Q2. The Pongtu Festival, celebrated by the Tutsa tribe of Arunachal Pradesh, is primarily observed to seek blessings from which deity before millet harvesting?

  1. (a) Donyi-Polo
  2. (b) Rangkhothak
  3. (c) Rangfraa
  4. (d) Nyegi-Nyapa
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Rangkhothak

• Cultural/tribal knowledge:
• The Tutsa tribe of Arunachal Pradesh celebrates the Pongtu Festival before millet harvest.
• They seek blessings from Rangkhothak , their deity associated with harvest and prosperity.
• Donyi-Polo is associated with the Adi tribe; Rangfraa is a deity of the Tangsa tribe.
Music and Musical Instruments · Hindustani music (ragas, gharanas)

Q3. Fill in the blanks: In Teen Taal of Hindustani Classical Music, the Khali is marked on the ____ matra .

  1. (a) 1
  2. (b) 5
  3. (c) 9
  4. (d) 13
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 9

• Teen Taal structure:
• Teen Taal has 16 matras (beats) divided into 4 vibhags : 4+4+4+4
• Sam (1st matra ): Vibhag 1 = matras 1-4 (Dha Dhin Dhin Dha)
• Vibhag 2 = matras 5-8 (Dha Dhin Dhin Dha)
• Khali (empty beat, shown with wave): Vibhag 3 = matra 9 (Ta Tin Tin Ta)
• Vibhag 4 = matras 13-16
• Khali is at the 9th matra .
Sports · Cricket

Q4. Why is the weight and circumference of a cricket ball strictly regulated in official matches?

  1. (a) Heavier balls suit bowlers, lighter ones suit batsmen, so balance is needed
  2. (b) Variations affect bounce, swing, and fairness on standard pitches
  3. (c) ICC mandates it to cut costs and simplify logistics
  4. (d) Only red balls follow this; white balls have separate norms
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Variations affect bounce, swing, and fairness on standard pitches

• Cricket rules and physics:
• The weight (155.9–163 g) and circumference (22.4–22.9 cm) of a cricket ball are regulated by ICC.
• These regulations ensure consistent bounce, swing movement, and fairness across all matches.
• Variations would create unequal conditions affecting batting and bowling performance.
• Both red and white balls follow these norms — option D is incorrect.
Books and Authors · Modern Indian books and authors

Q5. Which of the following best describes the theme of the book 'Hot Stage'?

  1. (a) A collection of modern Indian plays on social issues
  2. (b) A historical account of India's independence movement
  3. (c) A novel about ancient Indian mythology
  4. (d) A travelogue about the Himalayas
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) A collection of modern Indian plays on social issues

• Literary GK:
• 'Hot Stage' is a collection of contemporary/modern Indian plays that deal with social issues.
• It features Indian theatrical works addressing societal problems and human conditions.
• Options B, C, and D do not match the actual content of the book.
Space, Defence and Technology · Indian space missions

Q6. In which year is the first module of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) scheduled for launch?

  1. (a) 2028
  2. (b) 2030
  3. (c) 2035
  4. (d) 2040
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 2028

• ISRO/Space Current Affairs:
• India's Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) is planned as India's own space station.
• The first module of BAS is scheduled for launch in 2028.
• The station is planned to be fully operational by 2035.
Space, Defence and Technology · Launch vehicles and satellites

Q7. Read the following statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Choose the correct option:
Assertion (A): The Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) is widely recognized as the workhorse launch vehicle of ISRO.
Reason (R): PSLV is highly versatile, capable of launching a diverse range of payloads into various Earth orbits (including Earth Observation, small Geosynchronous, and Navigation satellites), and boasts an exceptionally high mission success rate across its different variants.

  1. (a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
  2. (b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
  3. (c) A is true, but R is false
  4. (d) A is false, but R is true
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A

• ISRO/Science and Technology:
• Assertion A: PSLV is indeed called the 'workhorse' of ISRO — TRUE.
• Reason R: PSLV is highly versatile with variants (PSLV-G, PSLV-CA, PSLV-XL), has launched 50+ missions successfully, and can place payloads in LEO, SSO, GTO — TRUE and correctly explains why it is called a workhorse.
• Both A and R are true, and R correctly explains A → Option A
Dances · Folk dances by state

Q8. Fill in the Blank:
Kalbelia dance represents the movement of _____.

  1. (a) Camels
  2. (b) Snakes
  3. (c) Birds
  4. (d) Horses
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Snakes

• Indian Classical/Folk Dance:
• Kalbelia is a folk dance from Rajasthan, performed by the Kalbelia community (snake charmers).
• The dance movements mimic the movement of snakes — swirling, fluid, and sinuous.
• It is a UNESCO recognized Intangible Cultural Heritage.
• Answer: Snakes

Ancient History (1)

Ancient Art, Culture and Science · Temple architecture styles (Nagara, Dravida, Vesara)

Q9. Which of the following pairs is correctly matched with the shape of its roof?

  1. (a) Latina — rectangular, wagon-shaped
  2. (b) Phamsana — slabs rising to a point, straight incline
  3. (c) Valabhi — tall, curving inward sharply
  4. (d) Latina — low and broad with stepped roofing
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Phamsana — slabs rising to a point, straight incline

• Temple shikhara (roof) types in Indian architecture:
• Latina: Curvilinear shikhara, tall tower curving inward — option A and D are incorrect descriptions.
• Phamsana : Consists of slabs that rise to a point with straight incline — this is CORRECT ✓
• Valabhi: Wagon-shaped (barrel roof), not curving inward sharply.
• Correct pair: Phamsana — slabs rising to a point, straight incline.

Current Affairs (4)

Sports - Current · Olympics, Asian Games and Commonwealth Games - current

Q10. Which Indian athlete won the first-ever Paralympic gold in archery at the Paris 2024 Paralympics?

  1. (a) Sheetal Devi
  2. (b) Harvinder Singh
  3. (c) Rakesh Kumar
  4. (d) Preethi Pal
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Harvinder Singh

• Paris 2024 Paralympics (Current Affairs):
• Harvinder Singh won India's first-ever Paralympic gold medal in archery at the Paris 2024 Paralympics.
• He competed in the Men's Individual Recurve Open category.
• Sheetal Devi also participated in archery but did not win gold in this edition.
Sports - Current · Tournaments and winners

Q11. Which of the following about the 61st National Chess Championship is/are correct?
1.) GM Karthik Venkataraman won in Gurgaon and got Rs.6 lakh.
2.) IM Neelash Saha finished 2nd but lost due to a tiebreak game vs Ganguly.

  1. (a) Only 1
  2. (b) Only 2
  3. (c) Both 1 and 2 are correct
  4. (d) Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Only 1

• 61st National Chess Championship (Current Affairs):
• Statement 1: GM Karthik Venkataraman won the 61st National Chess Championship held in Gurgaon and received prize money of Rs. 6 lakh — CORRECT.
• Statement 2: The details about Neelash Saha losing via a tiebreak game against Ganguly are not accurate as per verified records.
• Only Statement 1 is correct.
National Affairs and Government Initiatives · National events and launches

Q12. What was launched on Electrical Safety Day 2025 by MoS Power and New & Renewable Energy, Shri Shripad Naik?

  1. (a) National Fire Safety Code
  2. (b) Suraksha Shakti safety mascot
  3. (c) Smart Meter Adoption Program
  4. (d) Digital Grid Optimization Tool
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Suraksha Shakti safety mascot

• Current Affairs 2025:
• On Electrical Safety Day 2025, MoS Power Shri Shripad Naik launched the 'Suraksha Shakti' safety mascot.
• This mascot was introduced to promote electrical safety awareness among the public.
• Other options are not associated with this specific event.
Reports, Indices and Rankings · Global indices and India's rank

Q13. According to the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking 2025, which dimension does the country Switzerland hold 1st position in for both 2024 and 2025?

  1. (a) Business Efficiency
  2. (b) Infrastructure
  3. (c) Economic Performance
  4. (d) Employment
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Infrastructure

• IMD World Competitiveness Ranking 2025 (Current Affairs):
• The IMD World Competitiveness Ranking assesses countries on four dimensions: Economic Performance, Government Efficiency, Business Efficiency, and Infrastructure.
• Switzerland consistently ranked 1st in the Infrastructure dimension in both 2024 and 2025.
• Answer: Infrastructure

Economics (3)

External Sector and International Economic Organisations · Economic groupings (BRICS, G20, ASEAN)

Q14. Which city hosted the Meeting of the BRICS Ministers of Foreign Affairs on 4 June 2018?

  1. (a) Pretoria, South Africa
  2. (b) Brasilia, Brazil
  3. (c) Beijing, China
  4. (d) New Delhi, India
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Pretoria, South Africa

• BRICS 2018 (Static GK):
• In 2018, South Africa held the BRICS chairmanship.
• The Meeting of BRICS Ministers of Foreign Affairs was hosted in Pretoria, South Africa on 4 June 2018.
• The 10th BRICS Summit was also held in Johannesburg, South Africa in 2018.
Money and Banking · Types of banks (RRB, co-operative, payments, small finance)

Q15. Which scheme supports financial services through postmen?

  1. (a) NSAP
  2. (b) IPPB
  3. (c) PMJAY
  4. (d) PRAGATI
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) IPPB

• Government Schemes:
• IPPB (India Post Payments Bank) supports financial services through the postal network and postmen.
• It enables banking and financial services to reach remote areas via India Post's vast network.
• NSAP is National Social Assistance Programme; PMJAY is health insurance; PRAGATI is an IT platform.
• Answer: IPPB
Industry and Infrastructure · Classification of industries (size, ownership, raw material)

Q16. Read the following statements carefully and choose the correct option:
Assertion (A): Iron and steel is considered a heavy industry.
Reason (R): It requires lightweight raw materials like cotton and rubber.

  1. (a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
  2. (b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
  3. (c) A is true, but R is false
  4. (d) A is false, but R is true
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) A is true, but R is false

• Geography/Economics - Industry:
• Assertion A: Iron and steel IS a heavy industry — TRUE (uses heavy raw materials like iron ore, coal, limestone).
• Reason R: It does NOT use lightweight materials like cotton and rubber — FALSE. Cotton and rubber are raw materials for textile and rubber industries respectively.
• A is true, R is false → Option C

Geography (5)

Atmosphere and Climate · Climate classification and climatic regions

Q17. Which of the following is not typically considered a weather element?

  1. (a) Temperature
  2. (b) Humidity
  3. (c) Soil pH
  4. (d) Wind
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Soil pH

• Weather elements (Geography):
• Temperature, Humidity, Wind speed/direction, Precipitation, Atmospheric pressure, and Sunshine are standard weather elements.
• Soil pH is a property of the soil/land, not a weather element — it belongs to edaphic (soil) factors.
• Answer: Soil pH
India - Location, Physiography and Neighbours · Peninsular plateau and hills

Q18. Read the following Assertion (A) and Reason (R) carefully and choose the correct option:
Assertion (A): The Chotanagpur Plateau is considered an eastern extension of the Central Highlands.
Reason (R): The Chotanagpur Plateau is drained primarily by the Chambal and Betwa rivers.

  1. (a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
  2. (b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
  3. (c) A is true, but R is false
  4. (d) A is false, but R is true
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) A is true, but R is false

• Indian Geography:
• Assertion A: The Chotanagpur Plateau is indeed considered an eastern extension of the Central Highlands — TRUE.
• Reason R: The Chotanagpur Plateau is NOT drained by Chambal and Betwa rivers. It is drained by the Damodar, Subarnarekha, and Brahmani rivers. Chambal and Betwa drain the Malwa Plateau — FALSE.
• A is true, R is false → Option C
India - Minerals, Energy and Industries · Non-metallic minerals

Q19. Which statement best reflects the role of non-metallic minerals in India?

  1. (a) India lacks enough reserves for industrial use.
  2. (b) Mostly used as gems, with minimal industrial use.
  3. (c) India has rich reserves vital for major industries.
  4. (d) Only metallic minerals drive industrial growth.
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) India has rich reserves vital for major industries.

• Indian Minerals (Geography/Economy):
• India has rich deposits of non-metallic minerals like limestone, mica, gypsum, and phosphates.
• These are vital for major industries like cement, fertilizers, glass, ceramics, and construction.
• India is a major global producer of mica and is among top producers of limestone.
• Options A, B, D are factually incorrect.
India - Climate, Soils and Natural Vegetation · Forest cover and mangroves

Q20. The 'Mangrove Cell' initiative in 2025 is primarily linked to which Indian state?

  1. (a) Odisha
  2. (b) Andhra Pradesh
  3. (c) Maharashtra
  4. (d) West Bengal
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Maharashtra

• Environment Current Affairs 2025:
• The 'Mangrove Cell' initiative was established by Maharashtra to protect and restore mangrove ecosystems along its coastline.
• Maharashtra has significant mangrove forests, especially in Mumbai and Thane coastal areas.
• This initiative monitors and manages mangrove conservation in the state.
• Answer: Maharashtra
India - Climate, Soils and Natural Vegetation · Forest cover and mangroves

Q21. Consider the following statements about the MISHTI Scheme:
1. It aims at mangrove plantation using scientific methods.
2. It was announced under Budget 2023-24. 3. It includes commercial leasing of mangrove forests.

  1. (a) Only 1 and 2 are correct
  2. (b) Only 2 and 3 are correct
  3. (c) Only 1 and 3 are correct
  4. (d) All 1, 2 and 3 are correct
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Only 1 and 2 are correct

• Environment Scheme (Current Affairs):
• MISHTI (Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats and Tangible Incomes) was announced in Union Budget 2023-24 — Statement 2 CORRECT.
• It aims at mangrove plantation along India's coastline using scientific methods — Statement 1 CORRECT.
• Statement 3: MISHTI does NOT include commercial leasing of mangrove forests — INCORRECT.
• Answer: Only 1 and 2 are correct

Polity (4)

Emergency and Centre-State Relations · National Emergency (Article 352)

Q22. A Proclamation of National Emergency must be approved by each House within how many months?

  1. (a) 1
  2. (b) 3
  3. (c) 6
  4. (d) 9
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 1

• Indian Polity - Article 352:
• When a National Emergency is proclaimed, it must be approved by both Houses of Parliament.
• The approval must be obtained within ONE MONTH of the proclamation.
• Approval requires a special majority (2/3 of members present and voting + more than 50% of total membership).
• Answer: 1 month
Amendments and Important Articles · Major constitutional amendments

Q23. Which of the following is true regarding the Anglo-Indian representation in State Assemblies?

  1. (a) The Governor still nominates one Anglo-Indian member to the Assembly.
  2. (b) The provision was abolished by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment.
  3. (c) The provision was abolished by the 104th Constitutional Amendment.
  4. (d) Anglo-Indian members are elected through proportional representation.
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) The provision was abolished by the 104th Constitutional Amendment.

• Indian Polity - Constitutional Amendment:
• Articles 331 and 333 provided for nomination of Anglo-Indian members to Lok Sabha and State Assemblies.
• The 104th Constitutional Amendment Act (2019), effective January 25, 2020, abolished the provision for Anglo-Indian reserved seats in Parliament and State Legislatures.
• The 42nd Amendment is unrelated to this provision.
• Answer: 104th Constitutional Amendment
Polity Miscellaneous · New criminal laws (BNS, BNSS, BSA)

Q24. Which of the following changes has Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Samhita (BNSS) brought to criminal procedure?

  1. (a) Replaced all IPC sections
  2. (b) Video-recorded confessions
  3. (c) Presumption of guilt
  4. (d) Scrapping of all bail rights
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Video-recorded confessions

• Legal/Polity (Current Affairs 2023-24):
• BNSS replaced the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), 1973.
• Key change: Introduction of video-recorded confessions and statements to ensure transparency.
• BNSS did NOT replace IPC sections (BNS replaced IPC).
• Bail rights are still present in BNSS.
• Presumption of innocence is maintained — no presumption of guilt.
• Correct answer: Video-recorded confessions
Special Provisions, Official Language and Miscellaneous Provisions · Article 370 and Jammu & Kashmir

Q25. Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir, was abrogated by which constitutional mechanism?

  1. (a) Presidential Order under Article 370(3)
  2. (b) Amendment by Parliament under Article 368
  3. (c) Ordinance by the President
  4. (d) Order under Article 356
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Presidential Order under Article 370(3)

• Indian Polity (2019 event):
• On August 5, 2019, Article 370 was abrogated through a Presidential Order issued under Article 370(3).
• The Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act 2019 was passed by Parliament to bifurcate J&K into two Union Territories.
• A Constitutional Amendment under Article 368 was NOT used — Article 370 itself had a provision for its abrogation via Presidential Order.
• Answer: Presidential Order under Article 370(3)
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