SSC CGL Undated PYQs

Question 1

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Question 2

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Question 3

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Question 4

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Question 5

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Question 6

John Maynard Keynes, best known for his economic theories (Keynesian economics),
hailed from which country?

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John Maynard Keynes was a British economist whose ideas fundamentally changed the theory and practice of macroeconomics and the economic policies of governments. He was born in Cambridge, England.

Question 7

The development of a fruit without fertilization is called ______.

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Parthenocarpy is the natural or artificially induced production of fruit without fertilization of ovules. The fruit is therefore seedless. Apomixis is a broader term for asexual reproduction without fertilization, but specifically refers to seed development without fertilization, not necessarily fruit.

Question 8

Methane is a colourless, odourless, non-toxic but flammable gas. What is its common
name?

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Methane is commonly known as marsh gas because it is produced naturally in marshes, swamps, and other wetlands through anaerobic decomposition of organic matter. The question describes methane's properties and asks for its common name.

Question 9

In the sequence of planets in the solar system, which planet comes in between Mars
and Saturn?

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The correct order of planets from the Sun is Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune. Therefore, Jupiter comes between Mars and Saturn.

Question 10

Which city of India is known as 'The Athens of the East'?

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The question asks for the city known as 'The Athens of the East'. This is a direct general knowledge fact. Madurai is famously known by this epithet due to its rich cultural heritage, ancient temples, and historical significance, similar to Athens in Greece.

Question 11

Which pillar inscriptions has recorded the achievements of Samudra Gupta, who was
known as the 'Napoleon of India' for his conquests?

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The Allahabad Pillar inscription, also known as the Prayag Prashasti, details the military achievements and reign of Samudragupta. This inscription was composed by his court poet and minister, Harisena.

Question 12

Who was the first Governor of Madhya Pradesh?

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The first Governor of Madhya Pradesh was Dr. Pattabhi Sitaramayya. He served from November 1, 1956, to June 13, 1957. This is a direct factual recall question.

Question 13

Which Union Minister of Home Affairs released a book titled Karmayodha Granth in
New Delhi?

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The book 'Karmayodha Granth' is based on the life of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and was released by the current Union Minister of Home Affairs, Amit Shah, in New Delhi. This is a direct factual recall question related to recent political events.

Question 14

Who was chosen as foreign secretary of India in January 2020?

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The question asks for the foreign secretary of India in January 2020. Harsh Vardhan Shringla was appointed to this position in January 2020, succeeding Vijay Keshav Gokhale.

Question 15

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Question 16

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Question 17

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Question 18

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Question 19

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Question 20

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