Banking Exams Previous Year Indian GK MCQs (IBPS, SBI, RBI)
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📘 MODULE 15: Previous Year Indian GK Questions MCQs
Topic: Banking Exams Previous Year Indian GK MCQs (IBPS, SBI, RBI)
🔹 SUB-TOPIC 1: Indian History & Culture (Banking PYQ Pattern) – Q1 to Q15
Q1. Who founded the Maurya Empire?
A. Ashoka
B. Bindusara
C. Chandragupta Maurya
D. Bimbisara
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The Maurya Empire was founded by Chandragupta Maurya with the guidance of Chanakya.
Q2. The Indus Valley Civilisation is known for its:
A. Nomadic lifestyle
B. Rock-cut caves
C. Planned urban settlements
D. Temple architecture
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
It featured planned cities, drainage systems, and grid patterns.
Q3. The capital of the Mughal Empire during Akbar’s reign was:
A. Delhi
B. Agra
C. Fatehpur Sikri
D. Lahore
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Akbar established Fatehpur Sikri as his capital.
Q4. Who introduced the Permanent Settlement in India?
A. Warren Hastings
B. Lord Cornwallis
C. Lord Dalhousie
D. Lord Curzon
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The Permanent Settlement was introduced by Lord Cornwallis in 1793.
Q5. The Revolt of 1857 started from:
A. Kanpur
B. Delhi
C. Meerut
D. Jhansi
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The revolt began at Meerut.
Q6. Who founded the Brahmo Samaj?
A. Dayanand Saraswati
B. Swami Vivekananda
C. Raja Ram Mohan Roy
D. Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The Brahmo Samaj was founded by Raja Ram Mohan Roy.
Q7. The Ajanta Caves are associated with:
A. Jainism
B. Buddhism
C. Hinduism
D. Zoroastrianism
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Ajanta Caves mainly depict Buddhist art and teachings.
Q8. Which Gupta ruler is known as the “Napoleon of India”?
A. Chandragupta I
B. Samudragupta
C. Chandragupta II
D. Skandagupta
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Samudragupta earned this title due to his military conquests.
Q9. The Quit India Movement was launched in:
A. 1930
B. 1935
C. 1942
D. 1947
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The movement was launched in August 1942.
Q10. Who wrote the Arthashastra?
A. Kalidasa
B. Chanakya
C. Panini
D. Patanjali
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The Arthashastra was authored by Chanakya (Kautilya).
Q11. The Khajuraho temples were built by the:
A. Gupta dynasty
B. Chola dynasty
C. Chandela dynasty
D. Pallava dynasty
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
They were built by the Chandela rulers.
Q12. Which movement started with the Dandi March?
A. Quit India Movement
B. Civil Disobedience Movement
C. Non-Cooperation Movement
D. Swadeshi Movement
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The Civil Disobedience Movement began with the Dandi March.
Q13. Who gave the slogan “Do or Die”?
A. Subhash Chandra Bose
B. Jawaharlal Nehru
C. Mahatma Gandhi
D. Bhagat Singh
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Gandhiji gave this slogan during the Quit India Movement.
Q14. Which classical dance form originated in Kerala?
A. Bharatanatyam
B. Kathak
C. Kathakali
D. Odissi
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Kathakali originated in Kerala.
Q15. The Gupta period is known as the Golden Age due to:
A. Military strength
B. Trade expansion
C. Cultural and scientific progress
D. Administrative reforms
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
It witnessed major advances in science, art, and literature.
🔹 SUB-TOPIC 2: Indian Geography (Banking PYQ Pattern) – Q16 to Q30
Q16. The Tropic of Cancer passes through how many Indian states?
A. 6
B. 7
C. 8
D. 9
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
It passes through 8 Indian states.
Q17. Which is the longest river in India?
A. Godavari
B. Yamuna
C. Ganga
D. Brahmaputra
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The Ganga is the longest river within India.
Q18. Which state has the longest coastline?
A. Maharashtra
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Gujarat
D. Andhra Pradesh
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Gujarat has the longest coastline.
Q19. Black soil is ideal for cultivation of:
A. Rice
B. Wheat
C. Cotton
D. Tea
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Black soil retains moisture, ideal for cotton.
Q20. The Western Ghats run parallel to the:
A. Eastern Coast
B. Northern Plains
C. Western Coast
D. Deccan Plateau
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
They run parallel to India’s western coast.
Q21. Which river is called the “Sorrow of Bihar”?
A. Gandak
B. Kosi
C. Son
D. Ganga
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The Kosi River causes frequent floods.
Q22. Chilika Lake is located in:
A. West Bengal
B. Andhra Pradesh
C. Odisha
D. Tamil Nadu
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Chilika Lake lies in Odisha.
Q23. Which desert is found in India?
A. Sahara
B. Gobi
C. Thar
D. Atacama
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The Thar Desert is located in India.
Q24. Which is the largest delta in the world?
A. Nile Delta
B. Mississippi Delta
C. Amazon Delta
D. Ganga–Brahmaputra Delta
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
The Ganga–Brahmaputra delta is the largest.
Q25. Which climate type is predominant in India?
A. Equatorial
B. Mediterranean
C. Tropical Monsoon
D. Tundra
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
India has a tropical monsoon climate.
Q26. The Indian Standard Time is based on which longitude?
A. 75° E
B. 80° E
C. 82°30′ E
D. 90° E
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
IST is based on 82°30′ East longitude.
Q27. Which state is known as the “Spice Garden of India”?
A. Karnataka
B. Kerala
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Assam
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Kerala is famous for spice cultivation.
Q28. Mangrove forests are mainly found in:
A. Plateau regions
B. Mountain regions
C. Delta regions
D. Desert regions
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Mangroves grow in coastal delta regions.
Q29. Which mountain range separates India from Central Asia?
A. Aravalli
B. Vindhya
C. Karakoram
D. Western Ghats
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The Karakoram Range separates India from Central Asia.
Q30. Which National Park is famous for one-horned rhinoceros?
A. Gir
B. Kaziranga
C. Jim Corbett
D. Ranthambore
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Kaziranga National Park is known for one-horned rhinos.
🔹 SUB-TOPIC 3: Indian Polity & Economy (Banking PYQ Pattern) – Q31 to Q45
Q31. The President of India is elected by:
A. Direct election
B. Parliament
C. Electoral College
D. Supreme Court
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The President is elected by an Electoral College.
Q32. The tenure of the Lok Sabha is:
A. 4 years
B. 5 years
C. 6 years
D. 7 years
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The Lok Sabha has a 5-year tenure.
Q33. The Chairman of the Rajya Sabha is:
A. Prime Minister
B. President
C. Vice-President
D. Speaker
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The Vice-President is the ex-officio Chairman.
Q34. How many Fundamental Rights are there at present?
A. 5
B. 6
C. 7
D. 8
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
There are 6 Fundamental Rights.
Q35. Who appoints the Chief Justice of India?
A. Parliament
B. Prime Minister
C. President
D. Supreme Court
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The President appoints the Chief Justice.
Q36. The Reserve Bank of India was established in:
A. 1930
B. 1935
C. 1947
D. 1950
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
RBI was established in 1935.
Q37. The RBI is the regulator of:
A. Insurance sector
B. Banking sector
C. Capital market
D. Mutual funds
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
RBI regulates the banking system in India.
Q38. Which sector contributes the most to India’s GDP?
A. Agriculture
B. Industry
C. Services
D. Mining
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The services sector contributes the most.
Q39. GST was implemented in India in:
A. 2015
B. 2016
C. 2017
D. 2018
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
GST came into force on 1 July 2017.
Q40. Which organisation releases the Economic Survey of India?
A. RBI
B. NITI Aayog
C. Ministry of Finance
D. Planning Commission
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The Ministry of Finance releases the Economic Survey.
Q41. Fiscal deficit indicates:
A. Government savings
B. Government borrowing requirement
C. Trade deficit
D. Revenue surplus
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
It shows the borrowing needs of the government.
Q42. Which body estimates national income in India?
A. RBI
B. SEBI
C. NSO
D. NITI Aayog
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The National Statistical Office (NSO) estimates national income.
Q43. The term “Repo Rate” is related to:
A. Taxation
B. Banking
C. Agriculture
D. Industry
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Repo rate is the rate at which RBI lends to banks.
Q44. Which bank is known as the “Banker’s Bank” in India?
A. SBI
B. RBI
C. NABARD
D. PNB
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The RBI acts as the banker’s bank.
Q45. Which institution controls monetary policy in India?
A. Finance Ministry
B. RBI
C. Parliament
D. SEBI
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The RBI controls monetary policy.
🔹 SUB-TOPIC 4: Science & Static GK (Banking PYQ Pattern) – Q46 to Q60
Q46. Vitamin D is produced in the human body by:
A. Food intake
B. Sunlight exposure
C. Water intake
D. Exercise
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Sunlight helps the body synthesise Vitamin D.
Q47. Which gas is mainly responsible for global warming?
A. Oxygen
B. Nitrogen
C. Carbon dioxide
D. Argon
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Carbon dioxide is a major greenhouse gas.
Q48. The headquarters of WHO is located in:
A. New York
B. Paris
C. Geneva
D. Rome
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
WHO is headquartered in Geneva.
Q49. ISRO headquarters is located in:
A. Hyderabad
B. Bengaluru
C. Thiruvananthapuram
D. Sriharikota
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
ISRO headquarters is in Bengaluru.
Q50. Which metal is liquid at room temperature?
A. Aluminium
B. Iron
C. Mercury
D. Zinc
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Mercury remains liquid at room temperature.
Q51. The Green Revolution in India is associated with:
A. Pulses
B. Oilseeds
C. Rice and wheat
D. Cotton
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
It focused on rice and wheat production.
Q52. The currency of Japan is:
A. Won
B. Yen
C. Yuan
D. Ringgit
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Japan’s currency is the Yen.
Q53. Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
A. Venus
B. Mars
C. Jupiter
D. Saturn
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Mars appears red due to iron oxide.
Q54. NavIC is India’s system for:
A. Weather forecasting
B. Navigation
C. Communication
D. Remote sensing
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
NavIC is India’s regional navigation system.
Q55. Which Indian state has the longest coastline?
A. Maharashtra
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Gujarat
D. Andhra Pradesh
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Gujarat has the longest coastline.
Q56. Which organ purifies blood in the human body?
A. Liver
B. Heart
C. Kidney
D. Lungs
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Kidneys filter and purify blood.
Q57. The Right to Education Act was enacted in:
A. 2005
B. 2007
C. 2009
D. 2011
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
RTE Act was enacted in 2009.
Q58. Which acid is present in lemon?
A. Acetic acid
B. Lactic acid
C. Citric acid
D. Oxalic acid
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Lemons contain citric acid.
Q59. The largest gland in the human body is:
A. Pancreas
B. Liver
C. Thyroid
D. Kidney
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The liver is the largest gland.
Q60. Banking exam previous year GK questions are important because they:
A. Repeat exactly
B. Show exam trends
C. Reduce syllabus
D. Replace textbooks
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
They help understand frequently asked topics and patterns.
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🔹 Banking Exams Previous Year Indian GK MCQs (IBPS, SBI, RBI)
Previous Year Questions (PYQs) form the core foundation of General Knowledge preparation for Banking examinations. IBPS, SBI, and RBI exams consistently ask GK questions from repeated themes in Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Banking Awareness, Science, and Static GK.
This MODULE 15 MCQ set is designed as a bank-exam–oriented revision resource, providing PYQ-based questions with simple, concept-clearing explanations. Regular practice of these MCQs helps candidates improve accuracy, speed, and topic prioritisation, making it an essential tool for Banking Prelims and Mains success.
🔹 FAQ SECTION
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Why are previous year Indian GK questions important for Banking exams?
They help identify frequently repeated topics and question patterns in IBPS, SBI, and RBI exams.
Q2. Do Banking exams repeat GK questions from previous years?
Exact questions may not repeat, but concepts and facts are often repeated, especially in static GK.
Q3. Which subjects dominate Banking GK PYQs?
Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Banking Awareness, Science, and Static GK.
Q4. Are these MCQs useful for RBI Grade B and SBI PO exams?
Yes. PYQ-based GK practice is useful for IBPS PO/Clerk, SBI PO/Clerk, RBI Grade B and Assistant.
Q5. How should aspirants use Banking GK PYQs effectively?
By practising them topic-wise, analysing explanations, and revising high-frequency areas repeatedly.
🔹 TARGETING EXAMS
🎯 Targeting Competitive & Academic Examinations
These Banking Exams Previous Year Indian GK MCQs are prepared in strict alignment with the India-specific General Knowledge syllabus and are highly useful for:
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IBPS PO & IBPS Clerk
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SBI PO & SBI Clerk
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RBI Grade B & RBI Assistant
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Banking Specialist Officer (SO) Exams
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SSC, State PSC & Railways Exams
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Defence & Police Recruitment Exams
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University & College Competitive Examinations