SSC CGL 2014 PYQs

Question 1

Which of the following is an organic rock ?

Accepted Answer

Coal is formed from the remains of plants and animals, making it an organic rock. The other options are metamorphic or igneous rocks.

Question 2

Which of the following is a metallic ore ?

Accepted Answer

Galena is the primary ore of lead, making it a metallic ore. The other options are non-metallic minerals.

Question 3

A South Rajasthani tribfe earning its living by song and dance is

Accepted Answer

The Garasia tribe, primarily found in Rajasthan and Gujarat, is known for its vibrant culture, including earning a livelihood through song and dance performances.

Question 4

Who among the following has written the famous book “Malgudi Days” ?

Accepted Answer

R.K. Narayan is the renowned author of the classic collection of short stories, "Malgudi Days." This is a direct factual recall question.

Question 5

‘Canterbury’, the premium Indian brand of woollen cardigans and pullovers is from the house of

Accepted Answer

Canterbury is a sub-brand of Monte-Carlo, a well-known Indian apparel company. This is a direct factual recall question.

Question 6

Hydrogen was discovered by

Accepted Answer

Henry Cavendish discovered hydrogen in 1766, identifying it as a distinct element. He also described its properties accurately.

Question 7

British Crown assumed sovereignty over India from the East India Company in the year

Accepted Answer

The British Crown assumed sovereignty over India from the East India Company in 1858, following the Government of India Act of 1858.

Question 8

Lionel Messi, the winner of four FIFA Ballion d’or and World Player of the year, belongs to

Accepted Answer

Lionel Messi is a world-renowned football player. He is famously from Argentina, where he represents the national team.

Question 9

The biggest delta in the world is the

Accepted Answer

The Ganges Delta, formed by the Ganges and Brahmaputra rivers, is globally recognized as the largest delta. It is located in Bangladesh and India.

Question 10

Which vein brings clean blood from the lungs into the heart ?

Accepted Answer

The pulmonary vein is unique as it carries oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium of the heart, unlike most veins.

Question 11

Who is the brand ambassador of the Hockey India League (HIL) 2013 ?

Accepted Answer

Navjot Singh Sidhu was the brand ambassador for the inaugural Hockey India League in 2013. This is a direct factual recall question.

Question 12

Absorption of water from cut ends of stems disproves the

Accepted Answer

Water absorption from cut stems indicates that root pressure isn't the sole mechanism. Cohesion-tension theory, which relies on transpiration pull, is disproven by this observation, as transpiration is absent.

Question 13

The first woman President of Indian National congress was

Accepted Answer

Annie Besant was the first woman President of the Indian National Congress, presiding over the Calcutta session in 1917. This is a direct historical fact.

Question 14

The loss of water in the form of water droplets is called

Accepted Answer

Guttation is the process where plants exude water droplets from leaf margins, typically when transpiration is low and root pressure is high.

Question 15

Average propensity to consume is defined as

Accepted Answer

Average Propensity to Consume (APC) is the ratio of total consumption to total income. It measures the proportion of income spent on consumption.

Question 16

Which Indian State is the leading cotton producer ?

Accepted Answer

Gujarat is currently the largest cotton-producing state in India. This is a direct factual recall question based on agricultural statistics.

Question 17

“Vatsalya Mela” is annually organised in

Accepted Answer

The Vatsalya Mela, a significant cultural event showcasing children's welfare and development, is annually organized in New Delhi.

Question 18

The ‘more mega store’ retail chain belongs to which Indian Industry ?

Accepted Answer

The 'More Mega Store' retail chain is owned by the Aditya Birla Group. This is a direct general knowledge fact.

Question 19

Who is the Director General of the BBC ?

Accepted Answer

Tony Hall was the Director-General of the BBC from 2013 to 2020. This is a direct factual recall question.

Question 20

Which one of the following is the specific feature of the single member constituency system ?

Accepted Answer

The single-member constituency system often leads to a clear majority for one party, ensuring governmental stability. This is a primary advantage over proportional representation.