These essential MCQ questions are selected from the most important topics in SSC GD Constable examinations 2026. Sections include Indian History, Geography, General Science, Indian Polity, Current Affairs and General Awareness for BSF, CRPF, CISF, SSB and ITBP recruitment. For truely unlimited daily MCQ practice, visit Vooo AI Education.
🛡️ SSC GD General Knowledge
1BSF stands for:
Answer: A — Border Security Force
BSF (Border Security Force) is India's primary border guarding organisation, deployed on India's borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh. It was established on 1 December 1965. SSC GD Constable recruitment is done for BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB and other CAPFs.
BSF (Border Security Force) is India's primary border guarding organisation, deployed on India's borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh. It was established on 1 December 1965. SSC GD Constable recruitment is done for BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB and other CAPFs.
2The capital of India was shifted from Calcutta to Delhi in:
Answer: B — 1911
The capital of British India was shifted from Calcutta (Kolkata) to Delhi in 1911, announced by King George V at the Delhi Durbar. The new capital New Delhi was officially inaugurated on 13 February 1931 and was designed by British architects Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker.
The capital of British India was shifted from Calcutta (Kolkata) to Delhi in 1911, announced by King George V at the Delhi Durbar. The new capital New Delhi was officially inaugurated on 13 February 1931 and was designed by British architects Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker.
3Which is the highest mountain peak in India?
Answer: B — Kangchenjunga
Kangchenjunga at 8,586 metres is the highest mountain peak entirely within India (on the border of Sikkim and Nepal). K2 (8,611 m) is higher but located on the Pakistan-China border. Kangchenjunga is the third highest mountain in the world.
Kangchenjunga at 8,586 metres is the highest mountain peak entirely within India (on the border of Sikkim and Nepal). K2 (8,611 m) is higher but located on the Pakistan-China border. Kangchenjunga is the third highest mountain in the world.
4The Fundamental Rights are contained in which Part of Constitution?
Answer: B — Part III
Fundamental Rights are enshrined in Part III of the Indian Constitution (Articles 12 to 35). They are justiciable rights — citizens can move the Supreme Court or High Courts if their Fundamental Rights are violated. The Right to Constitutional Remedies (Article 32) is the heart of Fundamental Rights.
Fundamental Rights are enshrined in Part III of the Indian Constitution (Articles 12 to 35). They are justiciable rights — citizens can move the Supreme Court or High Courts if their Fundamental Rights are violated. The Right to Constitutional Remedies (Article 32) is the heart of Fundamental Rights.
5Which planet has the most moons?
Answer: B — Saturn
Saturn has the most confirmed moons in our Solar System with over 140 confirmed moons as of recent discoveries. Jupiter was previously considered to have the most moons. Saturn is also famous for its spectacular ring system made of ice and rock particles.
Saturn has the most confirmed moons in our Solar System with over 140 confirmed moons as of recent discoveries. Jupiter was previously considered to have the most moons. Saturn is also famous for its spectacular ring system made of ice and rock particles.
6Mahatma Gandhi was born in which city?
Answer: C — Porbandar
Mahatma Gandhi was born on 2 October 1869 in Porbandar, a coastal city in present-day Gujarat. 2 October is celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti and also as the International Day of Non-Violence by the United Nations.
Mahatma Gandhi was born on 2 October 1869 in Porbandar, a coastal city in present-day Gujarat. 2 October is celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti and also as the International Day of Non-Violence by the United Nations.
7The loudness of sound is measured in:
Answer: B — Decibels
The loudness (intensity level) of sound is measured in decibels (dB). Normal conversation is about 60 dB, a whisper is 30 dB and a jet engine is about 140 dB. Sounds above 85 dB can cause hearing damage with prolonged exposure.
The loudness (intensity level) of sound is measured in decibels (dB). Normal conversation is about 60 dB, a whisper is 30 dB and a jet engine is about 140 dB. Sounds above 85 dB can cause hearing damage with prolonged exposure.
8Which river is known as the Ganga of the South?
Answer: C — Godavari
The Godavari River is called the Ganga of the South (Dakshina Ganga). It is the second longest river in India at about 1,465 km, originating at Trimbakeshwar in Maharashtra and flowing into the Bay of Bengal. It is considered a sacred river in Hindu tradition.
The Godavari River is called the Ganga of the South (Dakshina Ganga). It is the second longest river in India at about 1,465 km, originating at Trimbakeshwar in Maharashtra and flowing into the Bay of Bengal. It is considered a sacred river in Hindu tradition.
9The Rajya Sabha is chaired by:
Answer: C — Vice President of India
The Vice President of India is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. The Deputy Chairman is elected by Rajya Sabha members. The Speaker presides over the Lok Sabha. Currently, Jagdeep Dhankhar serves as the Vice President and Chairman of Rajya Sabha.
The Vice President of India is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. The Deputy Chairman is elected by Rajya Sabha members. The Speaker presides over the Lok Sabha. Currently, Jagdeep Dhankhar serves as the Vice President and Chairman of Rajya Sabha.
10Which gas is used in fire extinguishers?
Answer: C — Carbon dioxide
Carbon dioxide (CO₂) is commonly used in fire extinguishers. It works by displacing oxygen, smothering the fire. CO₂ extinguishers are suitable for electrical fires and flammable liquid fires. They leave no residue and do not conduct electricity.
Carbon dioxide (CO₂) is commonly used in fire extinguishers. It works by displacing oxygen, smothering the fire. CO₂ extinguishers are suitable for electrical fires and flammable liquid fires. They leave no residue and do not conduct electricity.
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