UPSC Civil Services (CSE) MCQs

Prepare for the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) with a vast collection of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering all key subjects such as General Studies, Indian Polity, Economy, Geography, and Current Affairs. These MCQs are designed to reflect the actual exam pattern and difficulty level, helping aspirants assess their understanding, improve their speed, and boost problem-solving skills. Whether you are revising concepts or simulating exam conditions, these CSE MCQs serve as an essential tool for your preparation. Practice regularly to enhance your performance and increase your chances of succeeding in the UPSC Civil Services Exam.

Q1. Who was the first Governor-General of independent India?

Correct Answer: C

Lord Mountbatten served as the first Governor-General of independent India.

Q2. The Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution are inspired primarily by which document?

Correct Answer: C

The Fundamental Rights are mainly inspired by the US Bill of Rights.

Q3. What is the minimum age for a candidate to become the President of India?

Correct Answer: C

A candidate must be at least 35 years old to become the President.

Q4. Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the right to freedom of religion?

Correct Answer: C

Article 25 guarantees the right to freedom of religion.

Q5. The term of the Lok Sabha is:

Correct Answer: B

The Lok Sabha term is 5 years unless dissolved earlier.

Q6. Who appoints the Chief Justice of India?

Correct Answer: B

The President appoints the Chief Justice of India.

Q7. Which river is known as the "Sorrow of Bihar" due to frequent floods?

Correct Answer: A

The Kosi river causes frequent floods in Bihar.

Q8. Which of the following is a non-renewable source of energy?

Correct Answer: C

Coal is a non-renewable source of energy.

Q9. The Narmada River flows between which two mountain ranges?

Correct Answer: B

Narmada flows between Vindhya and Satpura ranges.

Q10. What is the main objective of the Monetary Policy?

Correct Answer: A

Monetary policy aims to control inflation.

Q11. Which article empowers the President to promulgate Ordinances?

Correct Answer: A

Article 123 gives the President power to promulgate ordinances.

Q12. The "Green Revolution" in India primarily aimed at:

Correct Answer: B

The Green Revolution focused on increasing agricultural production.

Q13. Which of the following is NOT a fundamental duty?

Correct Answer: B

Voting is a right but not a fundamental duty.

Q14. Which organ has the power to amend the constitution?

Correct Answer: A

The Parliament has the power to amend the Constitution.

Q15. Which state has the largest number of Lok Sabha seats?

Correct Answer: A

Uttar Pradesh has the largest number of Lok Sabha seats.

Q16. Who is the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?

Correct Answer: B

The Vice President is the ex-officio Chairman of Rajya Sabha.

Q17. What is the capital of Arunachal Pradesh?

Correct Answer: A

Itanagar is the capital of Arunachal Pradesh.

Q18. Which amendment introduced the Goods and Services Tax (GST)?

Correct Answer: A

The 101st Amendment introduced GST in India.

Q19. Which of the following is a discretionary power of the President?

Correct Answer: B

Dismissing the Prime Minister is a discretionary power.

Q20. The Reserve Bank of India is the:

Correct Answer: A

Reserve Bank of India functions as the central bank.

Q21. Which Article provides for Public Interest Litigation?

Correct Answer: B

Article 226 empowers High Courts to entertain PIL.

Q22. Which of the following rivers originates from the Western Ghats?

Correct Answer: D

Narmada originates from Amarkantak, near the Maikal Hills, distinct from Western Ghats.

Q23. Which is the largest continent in the world?

Correct Answer: B

Asia is the largest continent.

Q24. Which is India’s largest major irrigation project?

Correct Answer: C

Sardar Sarovar Project is the largest irrigation project.

Q25. Who was the first woman Speaker of Lok Sabha?

Correct Answer: B

Meira Kumar was the first woman Speaker.

Q26. Which of the following is NOT part of the Directive Principles of State Policy?

Correct Answer: B

Right to property is no longer a Fundamental Right or Directive Principle.

Q27. Which of the following is NOT a Fundamental Right?

Correct Answer: B

Right to Property was removed as a Fundamental Right.

Q28. The famous Khilafat Movement was started in which year?

Correct Answer: B

The Khilafat Movement began in 1920.

Q29. Which Article defines the Emergency provisions?

Correct Answer: A

Article 352 deals with National Emergency.

Q30. Which of the following is a characteristic of a Federal Government?

Correct Answer: B

Division of powers between central and state governments defines federalism.

Q31. Which crop is known as the "Golden Grain of India"?

Correct Answer: B

Rice is often called the Golden Grain of India.

Q32. Which of the following is NOT an environmental pollutant?

Correct Answer: C

Oxygen is not a pollutant.

Q33. Which is the longest river in India?

Correct Answer: B

The Godavari is the longest river in India.

Q34. Who is the author of the book "Discovery of India"?

Correct Answer: A

Jawaharlal Nehru wrote the "Discovery of India".

Q35. The term "Secularism" in the Indian Constitution means:

Correct Answer: B

The Constitution guarantees equal respect to all religions.

Q36. Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner of India?

Correct Answer: A

The President appoints the Chief Election Commissioner.

Q37. What does the term "Quorum" mean?

Correct Answer: B

Quorum is the minimum number of members required to conduct business.

Q38. Which is the highest gallantry award of India?

Correct Answer: B

Param Vir Chakra is India's highest military decoration.

Q39. Which term refers to the "Right to Equality" under the Indian Constitution?

Correct Answer: A

Article 14 guarantees the right to equality before law.

Q40. The Prime Minister of India is appointed by:

Correct Answer: A

The President appoints the Prime Minister.

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