HSSC Group D-21/10/2023 (Evening Shift)

Total Questions: 100

1. When natural products are changed into other forms through ways of manufacturing, it is known as:

(a) Tertiary sector
(b) Industrial sector
(c) Primary sector
(d) Secondary sector
(e) Unattempted

Correct Answer: (d) Secondary sector

Solution:When natural products are changed into other forms through manufacturing, it is known as the Secondary sector. The secondary sector is also known as the manufacturing sector or industrial sector.

The primary sector involves activities that directly use natural resources, such as agriculture, mining, forestry and fishing.
The tertiary sector, also known as the service sector, provides services such as retail sales, entertainment, and financial organisations.

2. In which district of Madhya Pradesh, are Khajuraho Group of Monuments located?

(a) Chhatarpur
(b) Jabalpur
(c) Gwalior
(d) Indore
(e) Unattempted

Correct Answer: (a) Chhatarpur

Solution:Khajuraho Group of Monuments located in Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh.

It is a group of Hindu temples and Jain temples constructed by the famous Chandel dynasty of Bundelkhand region in Madhya Pradesh.
They are a UNESCO World Heritage Site (in 1986). The temples are famous for their Nagara-style architectural symbolism and their erotic sculptures.

3. Which of the following is not part of the Panchayati Raj system in India?

(a) Zila Parishad
(b) Gram Parishad
(c) Gram Sabha
(d) Gram Panchayat
(e) Unattempted

Correct Answer: (a) Zila Parishad

Solution:Gram Parishad is not part of the Panchayati Raj system in India.

The Panchayati Raj system was introduced in 1992 through the 73rd Constitutional Amendment.
of local The Panchayati Raj system is al three-tier system self-government in India that includes the Gram Panchayat, Panchayat Samiti and Zila Parishad.

4. Where is the National Gallery of Modern Art located?

(a) New Delhi
(b) Kolkata
(c) Mumbai
(d) Nagpur
(e) Unattempted

Correct Answer: (a) New Delhi

Solution:The National Gallery of Modern Art is located in Jaipur House, New Delhi, India.

It is the premier art gallery under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
It was established on 29th March, 1954 by the Government of India, with subsequent branches at Mumbai and Bangalore.

5. Whom did India beat in the Finals of Asia cup One Day Cricket Tournament held in the year 2023?

(a) Sri Lanka
(b) Nepal
(c) Pakistan
(d) Bangladesh
(e) Unattempted

Correct Answer: (a) Sri Lanka

Solution:India defeated Sri Lanka by 10 wickets in the final and won Asia Cup title 2023.

It was the 16th edition of Men's Asia Cup cricket tournament and was held in Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
It was the first Asia Cup who played in 'Hybrid format'.
The 17th edition of Men's Asia Cup cricket tournament 2025 will be scheduled in India.

6. Where is Salar Jung Museum located?

(a) Mysore
(b) Goa
(c) Bhopal
(d) Hyderabad
(e) Unattempted

Correct Answer: (d) Hyderabad

Solution:Salar Jung Museum is located in Hyderabad.

It was established in 1951 and is named after its founder, Salar Jung III, who was a Prime Minister of the Hyderabad State.
The museum houses a vast collection of artefacts, including textiles, jewellry, sculptures, paintings, and manuscripts from various cultures and periods.

7. Consider the following statements about Democratic Governments. Which statement is not correct?

(a) Democracy is also known as representative democracy
(b) Democracy guarantees universal adult franchise
(c) In democracy people have power to elect their leaders
(d) Democracy is also known as Oligarchy
(e) Unattempted

Correct Answer: (d) Democracy is also known as Oligarchy

Solution:The statement "Democracy is also known as Oligarchy" is not correct.

Democracy is also known as representative democracy, and it is characterised by universal adult franchise, where all adult citizens have the right to vote. In a representative democracy, citizens elect representatives who make decisions on their behalf.
Oligarchy is a form of rule by a small number of rich and advantaged people.

8. Why Earth is called the ‘blue planet’?

(a) Because it has life
(b) Because more than 91% of the Earth is covered with water
(c) Because it is blue in colour
(d) Because more than 71% of the Earth is covered with water
(e) Unattempted

Correct Answer: (d) Because more than 71% of the Earth is covered with water

Solution:The statement "Democracy is also known as Oligarchy" is not correct.

Democracy is also known as representative democracy, and it is characterised by universal adult franchise, where all adult citizens have the right to vote. In a representative democracy, citizens elect representatives who make decisions on their behalf.
Oligarchy is a form of rule by a small number of rich and advantaged people.

9. In which year did Gandhiji arrive in India from South Africa?

(a) 1917
(b) 1921
(c) 1907
(d) 1915
(e) Unattempted

Correct Answer: (d) 1915

Solution:Gandhiji arrived in India from South Africa in 1915.

He arrived in Bombay, India, after a stay of over 20 years in South Africa. He was greeted by a large crowd at Apollo Bunder.

Gandhiji returned to India at the request of Gopal Krishna Gokhale, who wanted Gandhiji to see the situation of India under British rule.

10. To decide India's Political future, then British Government in England sent a commission in 1927, which was headed by:

(a) Lord Hastings
(b) Lord Simon
(c) General Dyer
(d) Robert Clive
(e) Unattempted

Correct Answer: (b) Lord Simon