Defence Exams Previous Year India GK MCQs (NDA, CDS, AFCAT)

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MODULE 15: Previous Year Indian GK Questions MCQs

Topic: Defence Exams Previous Year India GK MCQs

Sub-Topic 1: Ancient & Medieval Indian History

(High-frequency NDA & CDS PYQs)

Q1. Which civilization is known for its well-planned drainage system?

A. Vedic Civilization
B. Indus Valley Civilization
C. Mauryan Civilization
D. Gupta Civilization

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The Indus Valley Civilization had an advanced urban planning system with covered drains, standardized bricks, and grid-pattern streets.

Q2. The famous Ashokan inscriptions were written mainly in:

A. Sanskrit
B. Tamil
C. Prakrit
D. Pali

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Most Ashokan edicts were written in Prakrit using Brahmi and Kharosthi scripts for mass communication.

Q3. Who composed the Arthashastra?

A. Kalidasa
B. Chanakya
C. Banabhatta
D. Patanjali

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The Arthashastra, a treatise on statecraft and administration, was written by Chanakya (Kautilya).

Q4. The Gupta period is known as the Golden Age of India mainly due to:

A. Military expansion
B. Religious tolerance
C. Cultural and scientific progress
D. Administrative reforms

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The Gupta era witnessed remarkable progress in science, mathematics, art, literature, and architecture.

Q5. Which Sultan introduced the market control policy (price control)?

A. Balban
B. Alauddin Khalji
C. Firoz Shah Tughlaq
D. Muhammad bin Tughlaq

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Alauddin Khalji implemented strict price control to maintain a strong army.

Q6. The Battle of Talikota (1565) led to the decline of:

A. Mughal Empire
B. Bahmani Kingdom
C. Vijayanagara Empire
D. Chola Dynasty

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The defeat at Talikota weakened the Vijayanagara Empire, leading to its decline.

Sub-Topic 2: Modern Indian History & Freedom Movement

(CDS & AFCAT Repeated Areas)

Q7. The Revolt of 1857 started from:

A. Kanpur
B. Jhansi
C. Meerut
D. Delhi

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The uprising began at Meerut due to the greased cartridge issue.

Q8. Who founded the Indian National Army (INA)?

A. Subhash Chandra Bose
B. Rash Behari Bose
C. Mohan Singh
D. Jawaharlal Nehru

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The INA was initially formed by Mohan Singh and later reorganized by Subhash Chandra Bose.

Q9. The Dandi March was associated with:

A. Quit India Movement
B. Civil Disobedience Movement
C. Non-Cooperation Movement
D. Khilafat Movement

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The Salt Satyagraha (Dandi March, 1930) marked the start of the Civil Disobedience Movement.

Q10. Which session of INC passed the Poorna Swaraj resolution?

A. Calcutta Session
B. Lahore Session
C. Karachi Session
D. Bombay Session

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The Lahore Session (1929) declared Complete Independence (Poorna Swaraj).

Q11. The Cabinet Mission Plan came in which year?

A. 1942
B. 1945
C. 1946
D. 1947

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The Cabinet Mission Plan (1946) proposed a federal structure for India.

Q12. Who was the last Viceroy of British India?

A. Lord Wavell
B. Lord Linlithgow
C. Lord Mountbatten
D. Lord Curzon

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Lord Mountbatten was the last Viceroy and first Governor-General of independent India.

Sub-Topic 3: Indian Geography

(NDA & CDS Static Geography)

Q13. The Tropic of Cancer passes through how many Indian states?

A. 6
B. 7
C. 8
D. 9

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The Tropic of Cancer passes through 8 Indian states.

Q14. Which river is called the ‘Sorrow of Bengal’?

A. Ganga
B. Damodar
C. Hooghly
D. Teesta

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The Damodar River caused frequent floods in West Bengal.

Q15. The highest peak of the Western Ghats is:

A. Anamudi
B. Doddabetta
C. Kalsubai
D. Mahendragiri

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:
Anamudi (Kerala) is the highest peak in the Western Ghats.

Q16. Which soil is rich in iron oxide?

A. Alluvial soil
B. Black soil
C. Red soil
D. Laterite soil

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Red soil gets its colour from iron oxide.

Q17. The longest river flowing entirely in India is:

A. Ganga
B. Yamuna
C. Godavari
D. Krishna

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The Godavari is the longest river entirely within India.

Q18. Which plateau is known as the mineral storehouse of India?

A. Deccan Plateau
B. Malwa Plateau
C. Chota Nagpur Plateau
D. Telangana Plateau

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The Chota Nagpur Plateau is rich in coal, iron ore, mica, and bauxite.

Sub-Topic 4: Indian Polity & Constitution

(CDS & AFCAT Core Concepts)

Q19. The Constitution of India was adopted on:

A. 26 January 1950
B. 15 August 1947
C. 26 November 1949
D. 2 October 1950

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The Constitution was adopted on 26 November 1949.

Q20. Fundamental Rights are borrowed from which country?

A. UK
B. USA
C. France
D. Canada

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The concept of Fundamental Rights is inspired by the US Constitution.

Q21. Who is the Supreme Commander of the Indian Armed Forces?

A. Prime Minister
B. Defence Minister
C. President
D. Chief of Defence Staff

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The President of India is the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces.

Q22. Which Article deals with the abolition of untouchability?

A. Article 14
B. Article 15
C. Article 17
D. Article 21

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Article 17 abolishes untouchability and its practice.

Q23. The Rajya Sabha can have a maximum of:

A. 238 members
B. 245 members
C. 250 members
D. 255 members

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The maximum strength of Rajya Sabha is 250 members.

Q24. Which schedule deals with division of powers?

A. Seventh Schedule
B. Tenth Schedule
C. Eleventh Schedule
D. Twelfth Schedule

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:
The Seventh Schedule divides powers into Union, State, and Concurrent Lists.

Sub-Topic 5: Indian Economy

(AFCAT & CDS Frequently Asked)

Q25. Who presents the Union Budget in India?

A. Prime Minister
B. President
C. Finance Minister
D. RBI Governor

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The Finance Minister presents the Union Budget in Parliament.

Q26. Planning Commission was replaced by NITI Aayog in:

A. 2013
B. 2014
C. 2015
D. 2016

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
NITI Aayog replaced the Planning Commission in 2015.

Q27. Which sector contributes the largest share to India’s GDP?

A. Agriculture
B. Industry
C. Services
D. Mining

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The service sector contributes the maximum to India’s GDP.

Q28. What does GDP measure?

A. Population growth
B. National income
C. Total production of goods and services
D. Government revenue

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
GDP measures the total value of goods and services produced in an economy.

Q29. The Reserve Bank of India was established in:

A. 1930
B. 1935
C. 1947
D. 1950

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The RBI was established in 1935 under the RBI Act.

Q30. 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.

Sub-Topic 6: Science & Technology

(NDA Core Science GK)

Q31. The SI unit of force is:

A. Joule
B. Newton
C. Watt
D. Pascal

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Force is measured in Newton (N).

Q32. Which vitamin is synthesized in the human body by sunlight?

A. Vitamin A
B. Vitamin B
C. Vitamin C
D. Vitamin D

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:
Sunlight helps produce Vitamin D in the skin.

Q33. The powerhouse of the cell is:

A. Nucleus
B. Ribosome
C. Mitochondria
D. Lysosome

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Mitochondria generate energy for the cell.

Q34. Which gas is essential for respiration?

A. Nitrogen
B. Carbon dioxide
C. Oxygen
D. Hydrogen

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Oxygen is required for cellular respiration.

Q35. The speed of light in vacuum is approximately:

A. 3 × 10⁵ m/s
B. 3 × 10⁶ m/s
C. 3 × 10⁸ m/s
D. 3 × 10¹⁰ m/s

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Light travels at about 3 × 10⁸ m/s.

Q36. DNA stands for:

A. Deoxyribo Nucleic Acid
B. Deoxyribose Nitric Acid
C. Dual Nucleic Acid
D. De-Nitric Acid

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:
DNA is the genetic material carrying hereditary information.

Sub-Topic 7: Environment, Defence & Miscellaneous GK

(Defence Exam Relevance)

Q37. World Environment Day is observed on:

A. 22 April
B. 5 June
C. 16 September
D. 2 October

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
5 June is celebrated as World Environment Day.

Q38. Which missile is an intercontinental ballistic missile of India?

A. Prithvi
B. Agni-V
C. Akash
D. Nag

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Agni-V is an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM).

Q39. National Defence Academy (NDA) is located at:

A. Dehradun
B. Pune
C. Secunderabad
D. New Delhi

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The NDA is located at Khadakwasla near Pune.

Q40. Which force is responsible for maritime security?

A. Indian Navy
B. Indian Coast Guard
C. CRPF
D. BSF

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The Indian Coast Guard handles maritime security and coastal protection.

Q41. Who is known as the Missile Man of India?

A. Vikram Sarabhai
B. Homi Bhabha
C. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
D. Satish Dhawan

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam played a key role in missile development.

Q42. The motto of Indian Army is:

A. Touch the Sky with Glory
B. Service Before Self
C. Truth Alone Triumphs
D. Shaurya Aur Balidan

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:
The motto of the Indian Army is “Shaurya Aur Balidan”.

Sub-Topic 8: Current Affairs & Static GK

(NDA, CDS & AFCAT PYQ Areas)

Q43. The term of the President of India is:

A. 4 years
B. 5 years
C. 6 years
D. 7 years

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The President holds office for 5 years.

Q44. Which country is India’s immediate neighbour?

A. Japan
B. Afghanistan
C. Indonesia
D. Maldives

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Afghanistan shares a land border with India.

Q45. The largest lake in India is:

A. Dal Lake
B. Wular Lake
C. Chilika Lake
D. Sambhar Lake

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Chilika Lake is the largest brackish water lake in India.

Q46. Who appoints the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)?

A. Prime Minister
B. Defence Minister
C. President
D. Parliament

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The President of India appoints the CDS.

Q47. National Animal of India is:

A. Lion
B. Elephant
C. Tiger
D. Leopard

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The Tiger is the national animal of India.

Q48. Which ocean lies to the south of India?

A. Pacific Ocean
B. Atlantic Ocean
C. Arctic Ocean
D. Indian Ocean

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:
India lies to the north of the Indian Ocean.

Q49. Who wrote “Jana Gana Mana”?

A. Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay
B. Rabindranath Tagore
C. Sarojini Naidu
D. Subhash Chandra Bose

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The National Anthem was written by Rabindranath Tagore.

Q50. The Red Fort is located in:

A. Agra
B. Delhi
C. Jaipur
D. Fatehpur Sikri

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The Red Fort is located in Delhi.

Q51. Which metal is liquid at room temperature?

A. Aluminium
B. Iron
C. Mercury
D. Zinc

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Mercury is liquid at room temperature.

Q52. Which gas is used in fire extinguishers?

A. Oxygen
B. Nitrogen
C. Carbon dioxide
D. Hydrogen

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Carbon dioxide cuts off oxygen supply to fire.

Q53. National Flower of India is:

A. Rose
B. Lily
C. Lotus
D. Sunflower

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The Lotus symbolizes purity and hope.

Q54. 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 on its surface.

Q55. The largest desert in the world is:

A. Sahara
B. Gobi
C. Thar
D. Kalahari

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:
The Sahara is the largest hot desert in the world.

Q56. The National Game of India is officially:

A. Hockey
B. Cricket
C. Kabaddi
D. None

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:
India does not have an officially declared national game.

Q57. Which instrument measures earthquakes?

A. Barometer
B. Thermometer
C. Seismograph
D. Hygrometer

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
A Seismograph records seismic waves.

Q58. The headquarters of WHO is at:

A. New York
B. Paris
C. Geneva
D. London

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The WHO headquarters is located in Geneva.

Q59. India is a member of which military alliance?

A. NATO
B. SEATO
C. None
D. CENTO

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
India follows a non-aligned policy and is not part of any military alliance.

Q60. The largest democracy in the world is:

A. USA
B. China
C. India
D. Russia

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
With the largest electorate, India is the world’s largest democracy.

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❓ FAQ Section

Q1. Are these GK questions based on NDA, CDS, and AFCAT previous year papers?

Yes. These MCQs are developed from commonly repeated and concept-based questions asked in NDA, CDS, and AFCAT exams.

Q2. Is this GK MCQ set suitable for beginners?

Absolutely. The explanations are simple, concept-clearing, and beginner-friendly, while remaining useful for advanced aspirants.

Q3. Can these GK questions help in SSB interview preparation?

Yes. Strong Indian GK awareness from these questions supports SSB discussions, group tasks, and interviews.

Q4. Are these MCQs useful for other competitive exams?

Yes. The content is also relevant for SSC, State PSCs, CAPF, and other defence-related competitive exams.

Q5. Is this set suitable for last-minute revision?

Definitely. The MCQs are structured for quick revision and mock-style practice before exams.

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