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?
A. Rajendra Prasad
B. C. Rajagopalachari
C. Lord Mountbatten
D. Lord Wavell
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Q2. The Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution are inspired primarily by which document?
A. English Bill of Rights
B. United Nations Charter
C. US Bill of Rights
D. French Declaration of Rights
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Q3. What is the minimum age for a candidate to become the President of India?
A. 25 years
B. 30 years
C. 35 years
D. 40 years
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Q4. Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the right to freedom of religion?
A. Article 19
B. Article 21
C. Article 25
D. Article 32
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Q5. The term of the Lok Sabha is:
A. 4 years
B. 5 years
C. 6 years
D. Until dissolved by the Prime Minister
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Q6. Who appoints the Chief Justice of India?
A. Prime Minister
B. President of India
C. Parliament
D. Chief Justice of India
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Q7. Which river is known as the "Sorrow of Bihar" due to frequent floods?
A. Kosi
B. Ganges
C. Yamuna
D. Brahmaputra
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Q8. Which of the following is a non-renewable source of energy?
A. Solar Energy
B. Wind Energy
C. Coal
D. Hydroelectric Power
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Q9. The Narmada River flows between which two mountain ranges?
A. Aravalli and Vindhya
B. Vindhya and Satpura
C. Satpura and Himalayas
D. Aravalli and Himalayas
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Q10. What is the main objective of the Monetary Policy?
A. Control inflation
B. Increase exports
C. Promote industrial growth
D. Reduce taxes
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Q11. Which article empowers the President to promulgate Ordinances?
A. Article 123
B. Article 356
C. Article 352
D. Article 370
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Q12. The "Green Revolution" in India primarily aimed at:
A. Boosting industrial output
B. Increasing agricultural production
C. Expanding mining activities
D. Promoting tourism
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Q13. Which of the following is NOT a fundamental duty?
A. Protecting environment
B. Voting in elections
C. Safeguarding public property
D. Promoting harmony
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Q14. Which organ has the power to amend the constitution?
A. Parliament
B. Supreme Court
C. President
D. Election Commission
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Q15. Which state has the largest number of Lok Sabha seats?
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Maharashtra
C. Bihar
D. West Bengal
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Q16. Who is the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?
A. Prime Minister
B. Vice President of India
C. President
D. Chief Justice of India
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Q17. What is the capital of Arunachal Pradesh?
A. Itanagar
B. Dispur
C. Gangtok
D. Shillong
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Q18. Which amendment introduced the Goods and Services Tax (GST)?
A. 101st Amendment
B. 42nd Amendment
C. 73rd Amendment
D. 44th Amendment
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Q19. Which of the following is a discretionary power of the President?
A. Giving assent to bills
B. Dismissing the Prime Minister
C. Summoning the Parliament
D. Promulgating ordinances
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Q20. The Reserve Bank of India is the:
A. Central bank
B. Commercial bank
C. Development bank
D. Cooperative bank
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Q21. Which Article provides for Public Interest Litigation?
A. Article 32
B. Article 226
C. Article 19
D. Article 14
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Q22. Which of the following rivers originates from the Western Ghats?
A. Tungabhadra
B. Godavari
C. Krishna
D. Narmada
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Q23. Which is the largest continent in the world?
A. Africa
B. Asia
C. Europe
D. Antarctica
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Q24. Which is Indiaβs largest major irrigation project?
A. Tungabhadra Project
B. Hirakud Project
C. Sardar Sarovar Project
D. Bhakra Nangal Project
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Q25. Who was the first woman Speaker of Lok Sabha?
A. Sumitra Mahajan
B. Meira Kumar
C. Pratibha Patil
D. Sushma Swaraj
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Q26. Which of the following is NOT part of the Directive Principles of State Policy?
A. Equal pay for equal work
B. Right to property
C. Promotion of education
D. Organization of agriculture
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Q27. Which of the following is NOT a Fundamental Right?
A. Right to Equality
B. Right to Property
C. Right to Freedom of Speech
D. Right to Life
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Q28. The famous Khilafat Movement was started in which year?
A. 1919
B. 1920
C. 1918
D. 1925
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Q29. Which Article defines the Emergency provisions?
A. Article 352
B. Article 356
C. Article 360
D. Article 370
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Q30. Which of the following is a characteristic of a Federal Government?
A. Single legislative body
B. Division of powers
C. No independent judiciary
D. No written constitution
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Q31. Which crop is known as the "Golden Grain of India"?
A. Wheat
B. Rice
C. Maize
D. Barley
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Q32. Which of the following is NOT an environmental pollutant?
A. Carbon monoxide
B. Methane
C. Oxygen
D. Sulfur dioxide
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Q33. Which is the longest river in India?
A. Ganga
B. Godavari
C. Yamuna
D. Narmada
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Q34. Who is the author of the book "Discovery of India"?
A. Jawaharlal Nehru
B. Mahatma Gandhi
C. B. R. Ambedkar
D. Subhash Chandra Bose
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Q35. The term "Secularism" in the Indian Constitution means:
A. No religion is practiced
B. Equal respect to all religions
C. One religion is superior
D. Government controls religion
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