Static GK Test 3
1. Capital of India ?
A) Kolkata B) Mumbai C) Delhi D) Jaipur
Answer: C) Delhi
Explanation: Delhi is India’s national capital where central government offices, Rashtrapati Bhavan, and Parliament House are located.
2. Largest planet ?
A) Earth B) Mars C) Saturn D) Jupiter
Answer: D) Jupiter
Explanation: Jupiter is the biggest planet in our solar system and mainly made of gases like hydrogen and helium.
3. National bird of India ?
A) Parrot B) Pigeon C) Peacock D) Vulture
Answer: C) Peacock
Explanation: The Indian peacock, known for its colorful feathers and dance, is India’s national bird symbolizing beauty and pride.
4. First Prime Minister of India ?
A) Gandhi B) Nehru C) Patel D) Rajendra Prasad
Answer: B) Nehru
Explanation: Jawaharlal Nehru became India’s first Prime Minister after independence in 1947 and served till 1964.
5. National flower of India ?
A) Rose B) Sunflower C) Lotus D) Jasmine
Answer: C) Lotus
Explanation: The lotus symbolizes purity, beauty, and spirituality and is India’s national flower.
6. Where is the Taj Mahal located ?
A) Delhi B) Lucknow C) Agra D) Jaipur
Answer: C) Agra
Explanation: The Taj Mahal, built by Shah Jahan in memory of Mumtaz Mahal, is situated in Agra on the Yamuna River bank.
7. When was the Constitution implemented ?
A) 15 August B) 26 January C) 1 April D) 2 October
Answer: B) 26 January
Explanation: India’s Constitution came into force on 26 January 1950, celebrated as Republic Day.
8. When was Mahatma Gandhi born ?
A) 15 August B) 2 October C) 5 September D) 14 November
Answer: B) 2 October
Explanation: Mahatma Gandhi, Father of the Nation, was born on 2 October 1869 at Porbandar, Gujarat.
9. Smallest planet ?
A) Mars B) Mercury C) Saturn D) Venus
Answer: B) Mercury
Explanation: Mercury is the smallest and closest planet to the Sun in our solar system.
10. Who wrote ‘Jana Gana Mana’ ?
A) Gandhi B) Tagore C) Nehru D) Tilak
Answer: B) Tagore
Explanation: Rabindranath Tagore composed India’s national anthem, “Jana Gana Mana,” in Bengali.
11. Earth’s natural satellite ?
A) Sun B) Moon C) Mars D) Venus
Answer: B) Moon
Explanation: The Moon orbits the Earth and reflects sunlight, causing its phases.
12. First Indian satellite ?
A) INSAT B) Chandrayaan C) Aryabhata D) Rohini
Answer: C) Aryabhata
Explanation: Launched in 1975, Aryabhata was India’s first satellite named after the ancient mathematician.
13. Capital of Bihar ?
A) Patna B) Ranchi C) Bhopal D) Lucknow
Answer: A) Patna
Explanation: Patna, on the banks of the Ganga River, is Bihar’s capital and one of the oldest cities.
14. Term of the President ?
A) 6 years B) 4 years C) 5 years D) 7 years
Answer: C) 5 years
Explanation: The President of India serves for five years but can be re-elected.
15. When did Chandrayaan-3 land ?
A) 2020 B) 2021 C) 2022 D) 2023
Answer: D) 2023
Explanation: India’s Chandrayaan-3 successfully landed on the Moon’s south pole on 23 August 2023.
16. National animal of India ?
A) Elephant B) Tiger C) Lion D) Deer
Answer: B) Tiger
Explanation: The Bengal Tiger symbolizes India’s strength, courage, and national heritage.
17. Independence Day ?
A) 15 August B) 26 January C) 2 October D) 14 November
Answer: A) 15 August
Explanation: India celebrates Independence Day on 15 August every year to mark freedom from British rule in 1947.
18. Highest mountain peak ?
A) Kanchenjunga B) Dhaulagiri C) Mount Everest D) Nanda Devi
Answer: C) Mount Everest
Explanation: Mount Everest, at 8,848 meters, is the world’s highest peak located in the Himalayas.
19. Which planet is called the Red Planet ?
A) Saturn B) Mars C) Venus D) Jupiter
Answer: B) Mars
Explanation: Mars looks reddish due to iron oxide (rust) on its surface.
20. Bharat Ratna is awarded for ?
A) Leaders B) Soldiers C) Highest Civilian Honour D) Students
Answer: C) Highest Civilian Honour
Explanation: Bharat Ratna is India’s most prestigious civilian award for exceptional service.
21. How many spokes in the Ashoka Chakra ?
A) 20 B) 22 C) 24 D) 26
Answer: C) 24
Explanation: The Ashoka Chakra in the Indian flag has 24 spokes representing continuous progress.
22. Note printing institution ?
A) RBI B) SBI C) NITI D) Government
Answer: A) RBI
Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India controls currency printing and circulation in India.
23. Unit of electricity ?
A) Watt B) Volt C) Kilowatt D) Unit
Answer: A) Watt
Explanation: Electric power is measured in watts; 1 watt = 1 joule per second.
24. Element that strengthens teeth ?
A) Calcium B) Protein C) Carbohydrate D) Iron
Answer: A) Calcium
Explanation: Calcium keeps teeth and bones strong and healthy.
25. Coldest planet ?
A) Neptune B) Uranus C) Pluto D) Saturn
Answer: A) Neptune
Explanation: Neptune is the coldest planet due to its great distance from the Sun.
26. Colors of the Indian flag ?
A) Red-Yellow-Blue B) Saffron-White-Green C) Blue-White-Red D) Green-Black-White
Answer: B) Saffron-White-Green
Explanation: The tricolor flag symbolizes courage (saffron), peace (white), and faith (green).
27. Who wrote “Experiments with Truth”?
A) Nehru B) Gandhi C) Patel D) Ambedkar
Answer: B) Gandhi
Explanation: Mahatma Gandhi wrote his autobiography “My Experiments with Truth.”
28. Doctor for eyes is called ?
A) Cardiologist B) Dentist C) Ophthalmologist D) Physician
Answer: C) Ophthalmologist
Explanation: An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor specializing in eye diseases and surgery.
29. Why is blood red ?
A) Plasma B) Hemoglobin C) Calcium D) Liver
Answer: B) Hemoglobin
Explanation: Hemoglobin, an iron-containing protein in red blood cells, gives blood its red color.
30. National Science Day?
A) 5 June B) 28 February C) 15 August D) 14 November
Answer: B) 28 February
Explanation: National Science Day marks the discovery of the Raman Effect by C.V. Raman in 1928.
31. Largest state (area-wise) ?
A) Uttar Pradesh B) Madhya Pradesh C) Maharashtra D) Rajasthan
Answer: D) Rajasthan
Explanation: Rajasthan is India’s largest state by area, covering about 342,000 sq km.
32. Fastest animal ?
A) Lion B) Cheetah C) Deer D) Dog
Answer: B) Cheetah
Explanation: The cheetah can run up to 120 km/h, making it the fastest land animal.
33. Who invented the radio ?
A) Edison B) Newton C) Marconi D) Graham Bell
Answer: C) Marconi
Explanation: Guglielmo Marconi developed the first wireless telegraph and is credited with inventing the radio.
34. First Lok Sabha election held in ?
A) 1950 B) 1952 C) 1947 D) 1962
Answer: B) 1952
Explanation: India’s first general elections were held in 1951–52 after the adoption of the Constitution.
35. First President of India ?
A) Nehru B) Gandhi C) Dr. Rajendra Prasad D) Patel
Answer: C) Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation: Dr. Rajendra Prasad became India’s first President in 1950.
36. Total number of states in India ?
A) 27 B) 28 C) 29 D) 30
Answer: B) 28
Explanation: As of now, India has 28 states and 8 Union Territories.
37. International Yoga Day ?
A) 21 March B) 5 June C) 21 June D) 10 July
Answer: C) 21 June
Explanation: Yoga Day is celebrated worldwide on 21 June to promote health and harmony.
38. Longest river in India ?
A) Ganga B) Yamuna C) Krishna D) Godavari
Answer: A) Ganga
Explanation: The Ganga River is India’s longest and most sacred river.
39. Largest bone in the human body ?
A) Arm B) Spine C) Thigh (Femur)
Answer: C) Thigh (Femur)
Explanation: The femur, in the thigh, is the strongest and longest human bone.
40. Meaning of 5G in mobile network ?
A) 5 Games B) 5 Times C) 5th Generation D) Fast Internet
Answer: C) 5th Generation
Explanation: 5G means fifth-generation wireless technology offering ultra-fast mobile internet.
41. Nutrient most found in milk ?
A) Vitamin A B) Vitamin C C) Calcium D) Iron
Answer: C) Calcium
Explanation: Milk is rich in calcium which supports healthy bones and teeth.
42. First state where train ran in India ?
A) Mumbai B) Chennai C) Delhi D) Kolkata
Answer: A) Mumbai
Explanation: The first train ran from Mumbai to Thane on 16 April 1853.
43. How many houses in Parliament ?
A) 1 B) 2 C) 3 D) 4
Answer: B) 2
Explanation: The Indian Parliament has two houses — Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
44. Upper house of Parliament ?
A) Lok Sabha B) Rajya Sabha C) Assembly D) Cabinet
Answer: B) Rajya Sabha
Explanation: The Rajya Sabha represents the states and is the upper house of Parliament.
45. Heaviest metal ?
A) Gold B) Platinum C) Uranium D) Silver
Answer: C) Uranium
Explanation: Uranium is one of the heaviest and radioactive metals, used in nuclear energy.
46. Greenhouse gas ?
A) CO₂ B) O₂ C) N₂ D) H₂
Answer: A) CO₂
Explanation: Carbon dioxide traps heat in the atmosphere, causing global warming.
47. When was demonetization ?
A) 2014 B) 2015 C) 2016 D) 2017
Answer: C) 2016
Explanation: On 8 November 2016, ₹500 and ₹1000 notes were demonetized in India.
48. Full form of OBC ?
A) Other Basic Category B) Other Backward Class C) Open Back Class D) Online Booking Class
Answer: B) Other Backward Class
Explanation: OBC refers to socially and educationally disadvantaged groups recognized by the government.
49. First Indian in space ?
A) Kalpana Chawla B) Rakesh Sharma C) Vikram Sarabhai D) Sunita Williams
Answer: B) Rakesh Sharma
Explanation: Rakesh Sharma went to space in 1984 aboard Soviet spacecraft Soyuz T-11.
50. BHIM App is related to ?
A) Game B) Bank C) Payment D) Education
Answer: C) Payment
Explanation: BHIM is a UPI-based digital payment app launched by the Government of India.