Who among the following founded the Maurya Empire?
Explanation:
Chandragupta Maurya established the Maurya Empire in the fourth century BCE.
SSC General Awareness Master Quiz
A comprehensive SSC practice quiz covering important concepts and exam-oriented questions for SSC aspirants.
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30 min
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Question 2 Who wrote the Arthashastra?
Explanation: The Arthashastra is traditionally attributed to Kautilya, also known as Chanakya. -
Question 3 The Quit India Movement was launched in which year?
Explanation: The Quit India Movement was launched in August 1942. -
Question 4 Who is associated with the Doctrine of Lapse?
Explanation: Lord Dalhousie extensively applied the Doctrine of Lapse during his tenure as Governor-General. -
Question 5 Who gave the slogan 'Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan'?
Explanation: Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri gave the slogan in 1965. -
Question 6 Who founded the Slave Dynasty in India?
Explanation: Qutb-ud-din Aibak founded the Mamluk or Slave Dynasty in Delhi. -
Question 7 Which Article of the Constitution guarantees equality before law?
Explanation: Article 14 guarantees equality before the law and equal protection of the laws. -
Question 8 The Directive Principles of State Policy are contained in which Part?
Explanation: Directive Principles of State Policy are contained in Part IV of the Constitution. -
Question 9 Which House of Parliament is a permanent body?
Explanation: The Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. -
Question 10 Who conducts elections to the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies?
Explanation: The Election Commission of India conducts elections to Parliament and State Legislatures. -
Question 11 Which Constitutional body recommends distribution of tax revenues between the Union and States?
Explanation: The Finance Commission recommends the distribution of certain tax revenues between the Union and States. -
Question 12 Who audits the accounts of the Union and State Governments?
Explanation: The Comptroller and Auditor General audits government accounts under constitutional provisions.
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