Home › GK Questions Asked › SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 › 22 September 2025 Shift 2

SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 22 September 2025 Shift 2 GK Questions – with answers & solutions

All 25 GK / GS questions asked in SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 on 22 September 2025 Shift 2, with correct answers and short solutions, subject-wise: Medieval History, Geography, Economics, Ancient History, Polity, Current Affairs.

📚 25 questions🗓️ 22 September 2025⏰ Shift 2
हिंदी में पढ़ें📥 Full paper PDF
Subjects: Medieval History (1) · Geography (4) · Economics (5) · Ancient History (2) · Polity (3) · Current Affairs (2) · Static GK (6) · Modern History (1) · Physics (1)

Medieval History (1)

Mughal Empire · Akbar - conquests and policies

Q1. Akbar's policy of Sulh-i-Kul was fundamentally based on the principle of:

  1. (a) Military conquest
  2. (b) Religious exclusivity
  3. (c) Universal tolerance
  4. (d) Islamic orthodoxy
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Universal tolerance

Sulh-i-Kul means 'peace with all' and stood for universal tolerance toward all religions.
It was the basis of Akbar's liberal religious policy.
Military conquest, religious exclusivity and Islamic orthodoxy are opposite to this idea of tolerance.

Geography (4)

World Geography · Islands of the world

Q2. Which Indian Ocean island nation is the smallest by area?

  1. (a) Seychelles
  2. (b) Maldives
  3. (c) Sri Lanka
  4. (d) Mauritius
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Maldives

Maldives, with about 300 sq km, is the smallest by area among these.
Seychelles is about 459 sq km, Mauritius about 2,040 sq km, and Sri Lanka about 65,610 sq km.
Hence Maldives is the smallest.
India - Drainage System · Dams and river valley projects

Q3. Choose the CORRECT statements about the Kaleshwaram Irrigation Project.
1. This project was inaugurated recently in Telangana.
2. It is the world's largest multi-stage, multi-purpose lift irrigation.
3. It is being built across the Krishna River.
Which of the statements given above is/are CORRECT?

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

Answer: (c) 1 and 2 only

Statement 1 is correct: the project is in Telangana.
Statement 2 is correct: it is the world's largest multi-stage lift irrigation project.
Statement 3 is wrong: it is built on the Godavari River, not the Krishna.
Hence 1 and 2 only are correct.
Atmosphere and Climate · Climate classification and climatic regions

Q4. In which region of India is the 'BWhw' type of climate found?

  1. (a) Punjab
  2. (b) Madhya Pradesh
  3. (c) Gujarat
  4. (d) Rajasthan
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Rajasthan

In the Koppen classification, BWhw is a hot desert climate.
It is found in the Thar Desert region of Rajasthan.
The other states do not have a true hot-desert climate.
Environment and Protected Areas · Environmental organisations and laws

Q5. Consider the following statements on the International Big Cat Alliance:
1. India is the initiator and lead coordinator of the alliance.
2. It focuses on the conservation of 6 species of big cats.
3. The alliance promotes scientific data sharing among member nations.

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

Answer: (b) Only 1 and 3 are correct

Statement 1 is correct: India initiated and leads the IBCA.
Statement 2 is wrong: it covers 7 big cats (tiger, lion, leopard, snow leopard, puma, jaguar, cheetah), not 6.
Statement 3 is correct: it promotes scientific knowledge and data sharing.
Hence only 1 and 3 are correct.

Economics (5)

Government Schemes and Economic Reports · Housing, sanitation and rural development schemes

Q6. Which government initiative focuses on improving urban infrastructure, including water supply, sewerage, and urban transport, in cities across India?

  1. (a) Smart Cities Mission
  2. (b) Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT)
  3. (c) Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban)
  4. (d) Housing for All by 2022
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT)

AMRUT focuses on basic urban infrastructure such as water supply, sewerage, drainage and urban transport.
Smart Cities Mission focuses on area-based smart development.
Swachh Bharat (Urban) targets sanitation, and Housing for All targets affordable housing.
External Sector and International Economic Organisations · Foreign exchange reserves and exchange rates

Q7. Consider the following statements and choose the correct option:
Statement 1: Unlimited convertibility and fixed price conversion affect the credibility of a currency system.
Statement 2: The international monetary system was established to regulate internal fiscal policies of countries.

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

Answer: (a) Only Statement 1 is correct

Statement 1 is correct: convertibility terms and fixed conversion prices influence confidence in a currency.
Statement 2 is wrong: the international monetary system regulates cross-border monetary and exchange relations, not the internal fiscal policies of countries.
Hence only Statement 1 is correct.
Government Schemes and Economic Reports · Global indices - publishers and methodology

Q8. Read the below statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Mark the correct option:
Assertion (A): Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) report by World Bank was discontinued in 2021.
Reason (R): Allegations of data manipulation prompted the suspension.

  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

A is true: the World Bank discontinued the Doing Business report in 2021.
R is true: it was stopped after allegations of data irregularities/manipulation.
The data-manipulation allegations are the direct reason for discontinuation, so R correctly explains A.
Planning and NITI Aayog · Indian economy at independence and the 1950-90 phase

Q9. How did licensing policy under the planning era affect the emergence of large industrial conglomerates?

  1. (a) It increased FDI inflow
  2. (b) It prevented market dominance
  3. (c) It allowed firms to block competitors by hoarding licenses
  4. (d) It enhanced rural employment
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) It allowed firms to block competitors by hoarding licenses

Under the 'License Raj', big established firms could obtain and hoard industrial licenses.
This blocked new competitors and helped large conglomerates dominate.
So it did not prevent market dominance; it encouraged it through license hoarding.
Industry and Infrastructure · Disinvestment

Q10. Privatization in India through disinvestment refers to:

  1. (a) Complete closure of public enterprises
  2. (b) Issuing bonds to private investors
  3. (c) Selling part of government equity to public or private entities
  4. (d) Merging public and private sectors
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Selling part of government equity to public or private entities

Disinvestment means the government sells part of its shareholding (equity) in a public-sector enterprise.
It is not closure, bond issuance, or merging of sectors.
Hence selling part of government equity is correct.

Ancient History (2)

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

Q11. Which of the following temple architectural features is characteristic of the Nagara style, especially found in central and northern India?

  1. (a) Vimana
  2. (b) Shikhara
  3. (c) Mandapa with barrel vaults
  4. (d) Gopuram
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Shikhara

The Nagara (North Indian) style is marked by a curvilinear tower called the Shikhara.
Vimana (pyramidal tower) and Gopuram (gateway tower) belong to the Dravidian style.
Hence Shikhara is the Nagara feature.
Indus Valley Civilisation · Artefacts and findings

Q12. What significant agricultural evidence was discovered at the Harappan site of Kalibangan?

  1. (a) Water reservoirs with step-wells
  2. (b) Remains of terraced rice fields
  3. (c) Criss-cross plough marks in fields
  4. (d) Stone granaries used for seed storage
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Criss-cross plough marks in fields

Kalibangan (Rajasthan) gave the earliest evidence of a ploughed agricultural field with criss-cross furrow marks.
Step-well reservoirs are linked to Dholavira, not Kalibangan.
Hence criss-cross plough marks is correct.

Polity (3)

Polity Miscellaneous · Important acts and rights laws (RTI, RTE, etc.)

Q13. What is one of the major reforms introduced in BNSS, 2023 with respect to FIRs?

  1. (a) FIRs must be filed by a judge
  2. (b) E-FIRs are permitted for certain offenses
  3. (c) FIRs are no longer required for non-cognizable offenses
  4. (d) FIRs can only be filed physically at police stations
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) E-FIRs are permitted for certain offenses

The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023 allows electronic filing of FIRs (e-FIR/Zero FIR) for certain offences.
This makes registration faster and location-independent.
The other options misstate the law.
State Government · Chief Minister and State Council of Ministers

Q14. Fill in the blank:
The collective responsibility clause for State Councils of Ministers appears in Article ____.

  1. (a) 164
  2. (b) 163
  3. (c) 154
  4. (d) 169
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 164

Article 164(2) states that the State Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the Legislative Assembly.
Article 163 deals with the Council aiding the Governor; Article 154 vests executive power in the Governor; Article 169 deals with abolition/creation of Legislative Councils.
Hence Article 164 is correct.
Emergency and Centre-State Relations · Legislative relations and Seventh Schedule lists

Q15. Under Article 352, what legislative consequence follows a Proclamation of National Emergency in India?

  1. (a) States retain exclusive control over the State List
  2. (b) Parliament can legislate on any matter in the State List
  3. (c) Rajya Sabha's approval is required for all State Bills
  4. (d) President dissolves all State Legislative Assemblies
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Parliament can legislate on any matter in the State List

During a National Emergency under Article 352, Parliament gains power to make laws on any subject in the State List.
The States do not retain exclusive control, and assemblies are not automatically dissolved.
Hence Parliament can legislate on State List subjects.

Current Affairs (2)

National Affairs and Government Initiatives · National events and launches

Q16. Who inaugurated the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya in January 2024?

  1. (a) Mohan Bhagwat
  2. (b) Amit Shah
  3. (c) Yogi Adityanath
  4. (d) Narendra Modi
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the Pran Pratishtha (consecration) ceremony at the Ram Mandir, Ayodhya, in January 2024.
The others were present at the event but did not perform the inauguration.
Sports - Current · Tournaments and winners

Q17. Which of the following about the Hero Hockey India League 2024-25 (Women's) is/are correct?
1.) Held in Ranchi & Rourkela (12-26 Jan).
2.) Odisha Warriors beat JSW Soorma in the final.

  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: (c) Both 1 and 2 are correct

The Women's Hockey India League 2024-25 was held at Ranchi and Rourkela in January → statement 1 correct.
Odisha Warriors won the title by beating JSW Soorma in the final → statement 2 correct.
Hence both statements are correct.

Static GK (6)

Festivals, Fairs, Paintings and Crafts · Tribal festivals

Q18. Which of the following ritual dances is performed during the Mopin Festival?

  1. (a) Bihu
  2. (b) Popir
  3. (c) Sangpangtu
  4. (d) Ponung
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Popir

The Mopin festival is celebrated by the Galo tribe of Arunachal Pradesh and features the Popir dance.
Bihu belongs to Assam, while Ponung is a dance of the Adi tribe.
Hence Popir is correct.
Sports · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q19. Which of the following is considered a fault in badminton?

  1. (a) Shuttle hits net and lands in service box
  2. (b) Server steps on boundary line while serving
  3. (c) Shuttle lands inside opponent's court
  4. (d) Receiver returns the shuttle over the net
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Server steps on boundary line while serving

While serving, the server's feet must stay within the service court without touching the boundary line; touching it is a foot fault.
A shuttle landing inside the opponent's court or being returned over the net is legal play.
Hence stepping on the boundary line while serving is a fault.
Sports · Olympic Games

Q20. Which of the following statements about India's performance at the 2012 London Olympics is correct?
1) India won a total of 6 medals, doubling its previous Olympic medal tally.
2) Indian female athletes won two Olympic medals for the first time in history.

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

Answer: (c) 1 and 2 are Correct

India won 6 medals at London 2012, double the 3 won at Beijing 2008 → statement 1 correct.
Saina Nehwal and M.C. Mary Kom won medals, marking two Indian women winning at the same Olympics → statement 2 correct.
Hence both statements are correct.
Books and Authors · Modern Indian books and authors

Q21. What is the primary focus of the book India for Indians by Chitta Ranjan Das?

  1. (a) Advocacy for Indian self-rule during the freedom struggle
  2. (b) A detailed history of India's ancient empires
  3. (c) A study of India's economic reforms post-independence
  4. (d) A biography of Mahatma Gandhi
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Advocacy for Indian self-rule during the freedom struggle

C.R. Das's 'India for Indians' argued for Indian self-government (swaraj) during the freedom movement.
It is not a history of ancient empires, an economic study, or a biography of Gandhi.
Hence advocacy for Indian self-rule is correct.
Space, Defence and Technology · ISRO - history and centres

Q22. Read the following statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Choose the correct option:
Assertion (A): The Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC-SHAR) is ISRO's main spaceport for launching satellites and rockets.
Reason (R): SDSC-SHAR currently houses multiple operational launch pads and extensive facilities for the integration and final preparation of launch vehicles and spacecraft before liftoff.

  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

A is true: SDSC-SHAR at Sriharikota is ISRO's primary launch site.
R is true: it has multiple launch pads and integration/preparation facilities.
Having these launch facilities is exactly why it serves as the main spaceport, so R correctly explains A.
Festivals, Fairs, Paintings and Crafts · Tribal festivals

Q23. The Wancho tribe of Arunachal Pradesh performs a war dance during which festival?

  1. (a) Hornbill
  2. (b) Chalo Loku
  3. (c) Oriah
  4. (d) Ojiyele
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Oriah

The Oriah festival of the Wancho tribe features their traditional war dance.
Hornbill is Nagaland's festival, and Chalo Loku belongs to the Nocte tribe.
Hence Oriah is correct.

Modern History (1)

British Administration and Policies · Constitutional Acts under British rule

Q24. Which administrative bodies were abolished after the enactment of the Government of India Act, 1858?

  1. (a) Home Department and Military Board
  2. (b) Parliament and Crown's Council
  3. (c) Board of Control and Court of Directors
  4. (d) Governor General's Council and Privy Council
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Board of Control and Court of Directors

The Act of 1858 ended East India Company rule and abolished its dual control system — the Board of Control and the Court of Directors.
Their powers passed to the Secretary of State for India.
Hence the Board of Control and Court of Directors were abolished.

Physics (1)

Modern Physics and Electronics · Nuclear fission, fusion and reactors

Q25. A key characteristic of nuclear fission is that the total mass of the products is:

  1. (a) Greater than the mass of the reactants
  2. (b) Equal to the mass of the reactants
  3. (c) Less than the mass of the reactants
  4. (d) Dependent on the temperature of the reaction
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Less than the mass of the reactants

In fission a small amount of mass is converted into energy (mass defect).
By E = mc², this lost mass appears as released energy.
Hence the products have slightly less mass than the reactants.
← 22 September 2025 Shift 1All shifts22 September 2025 Shift 3 →
📥 PDF of this paper (all subjects, English & Hindi): SSC CGL Tier-1 previous year papers PDF · ▶ Attempt previous year papers as free online tests · 🏆 Free live mock tests · 📰 Daily current affairs quiz