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SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 15 November 2025 Shift 2 GK Questions – with answers & solutions

All 24 GK / GS questions asked in SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 on 15 November 2025 Shift 2, with correct answers and short solutions, subject-wise: Medieval History, Static GK, Current Affairs, Geography, Economics, Physics.

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Subjects: Medieval History (2) · Static GK (9) · Current Affairs (6) · Geography (1) · Economics (2) · Physics (1) · Modern History (1) · Polity (1) · Biology (1)

Medieval History (2)

Early Medieval North India · Rajput dynasties

Q1. What were the coins minted in Delhi during the reign of Tomar and Chauhan called?

  1. (a) Rupees
  2. (b) Dehliwal
  3. (c) Dinar
  4. (d) Tankha
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Dehliwal

The coins minted in Delhi during the reign of the Tomar and Chauhan rulers were called ' Dehliwal '. These silver coins were named after Delhi ( Dehli ) and were circulated during the period of these Rajput dynasties before the Delhi Sultanate was established. Rupees came later under the Sultanate/Mughal period; Dinar and Tankha are different coin types used in other periods.
Mughal Empire · Mughal administration (mansabdari, zabt)

Q2. What was the ' zat ' in the Mughal mansabdari system?

  1. (a) It determined the land a mansabdar was given.
  2. (b) It was the numerical value determining a noble's rank and salary.
  3. (c) It referred to the military responsibilities assigned to a noble.
  4. (d) It was a tax imposed on the mansabdars .
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) It was the numerical value determining a noble's rank and salary.

In the Mughal mansabdari system, the ' zat ' was the personal rank that determined a noble's ( mansabdar's ) salary and status. Every mansabdar had two ranks: zat (personal rank) and sawar (cavalry rank). The zat rank determined the salary and personal status, while the sawar rank determined the number of cavalrymen the mansabdar had to maintain. Land assignment and taxes were different aspects of the system.

Static GK (9)

Organisations and Headquarters · Regional groupings (SAARC, ASEAN, BIMSTEC, SCO, G20)

Q3. The Indian Ocean Rim Association was established in ________.

  1. (a) 1983
  2. (b) 1997
  3. (c) 2003
  4. (d) 2008
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 1997

The Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA), formerly known as the Indian Ocean Rim Initiative, was formally established in 1997 in Mauritius. It is a regional cooperative organisation promoting economic cooperation among Indian Ocean littoral states. India is a founding member. The years 1983, 2003, and 2008 do not correspond to its establishment.
National Symbols, Firsts and Superlatives · First in India - persons

Q4. Who was the first woman Chief Minister of any state in India?

  1. (a) Aruna Asaf Ali
  2. (b) Sucheta Kripalani
  3. (c) Anna Chandy
  4. (d) Kamala Nehru
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Sucheta Kripalani

Sucheta Kripalani became the first woman Chief Minister of any state in India when she was elected Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh in 1963 and served until 1967. She was a freedom fighter and Congress leader. Aruna Asaf Ali was a freedom fighter; Anna Chandy was Kerala's first woman High Court judge; Kamala Nehru was a Congress leader and Jawaharlal Nehru's wife — none of them became a state Chief Minister first.
Awards and Honours · Other national awards

Q5. Who among the following was the first female recipient of the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize?

  1. (a) Debala Mitra
  2. (b) Asima Chatterjee
  3. (c) Sudipta Sengupta
  4. (d) Archana Bhattacharyya
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Asima Chatterjee

Asima Chatterjee (1917–2006), a pioneering Indian organic chemist, was the first woman to receive the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize, awarded by CSIR (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research). She received it in 1961 for her contributions to organic chemistry and phytomedicine. She was also the first woman to earn a D.Sc. from an Indian university. The other options were not the first female recipients of this award.
Sports · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q6. Narcotics are used as doping in sports. Which of the following is an example of narcotics?
I. Morphine
II. Methadone

  1. (a) Only I
  2. (b) Only II
  3. (c) Both I and II
  4. (d) Neither I nor II
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Both I and II

Both Morphine and Methadone are opioid narcotics and are banned substances in sports as per the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Morphine is a natural opioid analgesic derived from opium; Methadone is a synthetic opioid used medically but also prohibited in competitive sports. Both fall under the 'Narcotics' category on the WADA Prohibited List. Hence, Both I and II is correct.
Sports · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q7. A badminton match generally consists ________ games of ________ points each.

  1. (a) 17
  2. (b) 19
  3. (c) 21
  4. (d) 23
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 21

A standard badminton match consists of best of 3 games, with each game played to 21 points (with a two-point advantage required to win). A player or pair wins the match by winning 2 games. If the score reaches 29-29, the side scoring the 30th point wins. The number 21 is the standard points per game in international badminton as per BWF rules. Options 17, 19, and 23 are not the standard game points in badminton.
Sports · Football and hockey

Q8. Which country hosted the FIFA World Cup 2022?

  1. (a) Qatar
  2. (b) Saudi Arabia
  3. (c) Spain
  4. (d) Germany
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Qatar

Qatar hosted the FIFA World Cup 2022 (November–December 2022), becoming the first Arab country and the smallest nation to host the tournament. Argentina won the tournament, defeating France in the final. The tournament was held in winter to avoid Qatar's extreme summer heat. Saudi Arabia, Spain, and Germany did not host the 2022 edition.
Festivals, Fairs, Paintings and Crafts · Festivals by state

Q9. ' Guruvayur ' festival is the native festival of which of the following state?

  1. (a) Kerala
  2. (b) Gujarat
  3. (c) Assam
  4. (d) Tripura
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Kerala

Guruvayur is a renowned temple town and festival in Kerala, associated with the famous Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple ( Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple) located in Thrissur district. The Guruvayur Ekadashi festival is among the most celebrated events here, drawing millions of devotees. Kerala is the native state of this festival. Gujarat, Assam, and Tripura have their own distinct festivals with no connection to Guruvayur .
Monuments and Heritage · Monuments - builders and locations

Q10. The Gol Gumbaz, the tomb of Mohammed Adil Shah, is in ________.

  1. (a) Delhi
  2. (b) Uttar Pradesh
  3. (c) Karnataka
  4. (d) Telangana
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Karnataka

Gol Gumbaz, the mausoleum of Mohammed Adil Shah (the Adil Shah Sultan of Bijapur), is located in Vijayapura (Bijapur), Karnataka. Built in 1656, it is renowned for its massive central dome — one of the largest in the world — and its famous 'Whispering Gallery'. Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Telangana do not house this monument.
Monuments and Heritage · Forts and palaces

Q11. Which of the following forts was built by Suraj Mal in Bharatpur ?

  1. (a) Amer Fort
  2. (b) Agra Fort
  3. (c) Lohagarh Fort
  4. (d) Red Fort
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Lohagarh Fort

Lohagarh Fort (Iron Fort) was built by Maharaja Suraj Mal of Bharatpur in 1726. It is famous for its impregnable mud walls that repelled multiple British attacks in the 19th century. It is one of the few forts that was never captured by the British. Amer Fort is in Jaipur (built by Raja Man Singh); Agra Fort and Red Fort are Mughal constructions — none are linked to Suraj Mal.

Current Affairs (6)

Awards and Honours - Current · Sports and film awards - current

Q12. In 2024, at the National Film Awards, the Best Music Direction (Songs) award was presented to ________ for his work on Brahmastra - Part 1: Shiva (Hindi).

  1. (a) Pritam
  2. (b) Mahesh Bhuvanend
  3. (c) Niki Joshi
  4. (d) Ravi Varman
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Pritam

Pritam (Pritam Chakraborty) is the music director of Brahmastra: Part 1 – Shiva and won the Best Music Direction (Songs) award at the National Film Awards for this film. Pritam is one of India's most celebrated Bollywood composers. Niki Joshi is a singer who performed songs in the film; Ravi Varman is the film's cinematographer, not music director; Mahesh Bhuvanend was another contributor but not the primary award winner.
Awards and Honours - Current · International awards - current

Q13. In July 2024, which country recently conferred its highest civilian award 'The Order of St. Andrew the Apostle' to Prime Minister Narendra Modi?

  1. (a) France
  2. (b) Croatia
  3. (c) Russia
  4. (d) Ghana
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Russia

Russia conferred its highest civilian award, 'The Order of St. Andrew the Apostle', on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in July 2024 during his visit to Moscow. This is Russia's most prestigious state honour . PM Modi became the 4th Indian and 2nd sitting PM to receive this award. France, Croatia, and Ghana did not confer this particular award on PM Modi.
Economy, Banking and Business · Budget and economic data - current

Q14. According to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2023-24, India's overall female labour force participation rate (FLFPR) has risen to ________.

  1. (a) 11.7%
  2. (b) 31.7%
  3. (c) 51.7%
  4. (d) 41.7%
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 41.7%

According to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2023-24, India's overall female labour force participation rate (FLFPR) has risen to 41.7%, reflecting a significant improvement in women's workforce engagement. This is among the highest recorded in recent years for India. The other figures — 11.7%, 31.7%, and 51.7% — do not correspond to the PLFS 2023-24 data.
State News · State schemes and events

Q15. Which state government has launched Majhi Vasundhara Campaign 6.0 to strengthen environmental conservation efforts?

  1. (a) Maharashtra
  2. (b) Jharkhand
  3. (c) Sikkim
  4. (d) Manipur
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Maharashtra

The Majhi Vasundhara Campaign (My Earth Campaign) is an environmental initiative launched by the Maharashtra state government. The 6.0 edition continued efforts to strengthen environmental conservation through citizen participation, tree plantation drives, water conservation, and awareness campaigns. 'Majhi' is a Marathi word meaning 'my', confirming its Maharashtra origin. Jharkhand, Sikkim, and Manipur run their own environmental programmes .
Sports - Current · Venues and hosts

Q16. FIFA Men's U-17 World Cup 2025 will be held in which country?

  1. (a) Qatar
  2. (b) Saudi Arabia
  3. (c) Spain
  4. (d) Brazil
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Qatar

The FIFA Men's U-17 World Cup 2025 is scheduled to be held in Qatar. Qatar continues to leverage its football infrastructure developed for the 2022 FIFA World Cup to host more major tournaments. Saudi Arabia, Spain, and Brazil were not the designated host for this edition of the U-17 World Cup.
Science, Technology and Space - Current · Space missions - current

Q17. What is the name of Blue Origin's first orbital rocket launched in January 2025?

  1. (a) New Shepard
  2. (b) New Horizon
  3. (c) New Glenn
  4. (d) Blue Moon
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) New Glenn

New Glenn is Blue Origin's first orbital-class rocket, successfully launched on January 13, 2025. It is named after astronaut John Glenn, the first American to orbit Earth. New Shepard is Blue Origin's suborbital rocket (used for space tourism); New Horizon is a NASA spacecraft; Blue Moon is Blue Origin's lunar lander concept — none of these are Blue Origin's first orbital rocket.

Geography (1)

India - States and Union Territories · State capitals and formation dates

Q18. 50th Statehood Day of a state was celebrated in May 2025. Prem Singh Tamang (P.S. Golay) is Chief Minister of this state. Which state is being discussed here?

  1. (a) Sikkim
  2. (b) Mizoram
  3. (c) Arunachal Pradesh
  4. (d) Meghalaya
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Sikkim

Sikkim joined the Indian Union on May 16, 1975, making its 50th Statehood Day in May 2025. Prem Singh Tamang (also known as P.S. Golay) is the Chief Minister of Sikkim. Sikkim was the last state to join India. Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, and Meghalaya achieved statehood in different years and have different Chief Ministers.

Economics (2)

Public Finance - Budget and Taxation · Union Budget - latest highlights

Q19. As per the Union Budget 2025-26, a revamped UDAN initiative will be launched to further enhance regional connectivity, adding ________ new destinations.

  1. (a) 120
  2. (b) 155
  3. (c) 95
  4. (d) 165
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 120

As per the Union Budget 2025-26, the revamped UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik ) scheme will be launched to enhance regional air connectivity by adding 120 new destinations. UDAN is a regional connectivity scheme aimed at making air travel affordable and accessible to common citizens, especially in underserved regions. The other figures — 155, 95, and 165 — were not the number announced in the budget.
Government Schemes and Economic Reports · Financial inclusion schemes (PMJDY, PMJJBY, PMSBY, APY)

Q20. As of October 2024, which of the following is NOT recognised as a category under the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY)?

  1. (a) Shishu
  2. (b) Kishor
  3. (c) Tarun
  4. (d) Yuva
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Yuva

The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) has three loan categories: Shishu (loans up to ₹50,000), Kishor (loans from ₹50,001 to ₹5 lakh), and Tarun (loans from ₹5 lakh to ₹10 lakh). 'Yuva' is NOT a recognised category under PMMY as of October 2024. These categories are designed to support the growth needs of micro and small enterprises at different stages.

Physics (1)

Pressure, Fluids and Properties of Matter · Atmospheric pressure and barometer

Q21. Why are we not crushed under the large atmospheric pressure?

  1. (a) Because we are very strong
  2. (b) Because gravity pulls it away
  3. (c) Because atmospheric pressure is very low
  4. (d) Because the pressure inside our body balances the outside pressure
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Because the pressure inside our body balances the outside pressure

We are not crushed under atmospheric pressure because the pressure inside our body — maintained by blood pressure, fluid pressure, and air in body cavities — exactly balances the external atmospheric pressure. This equilibrium of internal and external pressures keeps the body stable. Atmospheric pressure is not low (it is about 1 atm = 101,325 Pa); gravity does not pull pressure away; our physical strength has nothing to do with withstanding pressure.

Modern History (1)

British Administration and Policies · Land revenue systems (Permanent, Ryotwari, Mahalwari)

Q22. Which of the following pairs of revenue system — person who devised it is correct?
I. M ahalwari settlement — Holt Mackenzie
II. Ryotwari system — Alexander Read and Thomas Munro

  1. (a) Only I
  2. (b) Only II
  3. (c) Both I and II
  4. (d) Neither I nor II
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Both I and II

Both pairs are correct. Statement I: The Mahalwari settlement was introduced by Holt Mackenzie in 1822 in the northwestern provinces (present-day Uttar Pradesh); it settled land revenue with the village community (mahal). Statement II: The Ryotwari system was introduced by Alexander Read and Thomas Munro in Madras Presidency; it settled revenue directly with individual cultivators (ryots). Hence, Both I and II is correct.

Polity (1)

Parliament · Rajya Sabha

Q23. What is the minimum age to become a member of Rajya Sabha?

  1. (a) 25
  2. (b) 30
  3. (c) 35
  4. (d) 21
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 30

The minimum age to become a member of the Rajya Sabha (Council of States) is 30 years, as provided under Article 84 of the Indian Constitution. The minimum age to become a member of the Lok Sabha (House of the People) is 25 years. The minimum voting age is 18 years. The age of 21 is not relevant to parliamentary membership under present constitutional provisions.

Biology (1)

Control and Coordination · Brain - parts and functions

Q24. Which of the following parts of the brain has separate areas specialised for hearing, smell, sight, etc.?

  1. (a) Fore brain
  2. (b) Mid brain
  3. (c) Hind brain
  4. (d) Spinal cord
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Fore brain

The Fore brain (specifically the cerebrum/cerebral cortex) has distinct specialised areas for different senses: the visual cortex (sight), the auditory cortex (hearing), the olfactory area (smell), and other sensory and motor regions. The Mid brain is involved in visual and auditory reflexes. The Hind brain (medulla oblongata, pons, cerebellum) controls basic functions like heartbeat and balance. The Spinal cord relays signals but has no specialised sensory areas.
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