CG PSC 2025 Pre (Paper 1) was held on 22 February 2026. The questions asked with relevant answers are:

1. With reference to solar energy potential of States in India, consider the following statements.

• 1. Rajasthan has the highest solar energy potential.
• 2. Sikkim has the lowest solar energy potential.
  Choose the correct option.
  A. Both the statements 1 and 2 are correct
  B. Only the statement 1 is correct
  C. Only the statement 2 is correct
  D. Both the statements 1 and 2 are incorrect

2. Which is the correct order of top three positions achieved by the following States in ‘Fiscal Health Index 2025’ published by NITI Aayog ?
i. Chhattisgarh
ii. Goa
iii. Odisha
A. (i), (ii), (iii)
B. (ii), (i), (iii)
C. (iii), (ii), (i)
D. (iii), (i), (ii)

Fiscal Health Index 2025 State Rankings
The NITI Aayog’s ‘Fiscal Health Index 2025’ evaluates the financial condition of Indian states. Based on the index findings, the correct order for the top positions among the mentioned states is: 1. Chhattisgarh 2.Goa 3. Odisha

3. In which Mahajanapada of Ancient India in the seventh century B.C., Ayojjha town was located on the Banks of Sarayu river ?
A. Avanti
B. Kosala
C. Kamboj
D. Panchala

The town of Ayojjha, known today as Ayodhya, was situated on the banks of the Sarayu river during the 7th century B.C.

4. What is the revised investment limit for small enterprises as per the Union Budget 2025-26 ?
A. 15 Crore
B. 25 Crore
C. 35 Crore
D. 50 Crore

The revised investment limit for enterprises classified as small enterprises is set at 50 Crore.

5. Which of the following elements is a metalloid?
A. Silver
B. Silicon
C. Sulphur
D. Sodium

A metalloid is an element that has properties of both metals and nonmetals. These elements are often used in semiconductors.

6. In which of the following years, Indian Rupee was not devalued?
A. 1949
B. 1966
C. 1991
D. 1998

The Indian Rupee has experienced significant devaluations in its history.
• 1949: The first devaluation due to a shortage of foreign exchange and a lack of funds within the government.
• 1966: This was driven by multiple factors: severe droughts causing food shortages, high defense expenditures due to the 1962 Sino-Indian War and the 1965 Indo-Pak War, rising inflation, and a significant trade deficit.
• 1991: This devaluation was part of broader economic liberalization reforms aimed at stabilizing the economy, addressing foreign exchange shortages, and encouraging exports.

7. Which of the following sources of knowledge is accepted by Kumarilabhatta but not accepted by Prabhakara ?
A. Testimony
B. Comparison
C. Postulation
D. Non-perception

Pramanas: Knowledge Sources in the Mimamsa school
The differences in the acceptance of Pramanas between Kumarilabhatta and Prabhakara are significant in the context of their epistemological theories. Kumarilabhatta accepted a broader set of six Pramanas, including Non-perception, while Prabhakara rejected Non-perception as a valid source of knowledge.

8. Among the texts given below, which is written in Sanskrit language and describes the rules of Buddhism?
A. Vaipulya Sutra
B. Vinay Pitaka
C. Dipavamsa-Mahavamsa
D. Jataka Tales

Vaipulya Sutras: These texts, belonging to the Mahayana Buddhist tradition, are often written in Sanskrit. Others are written in Pali language.

9. Arrange the following deficits given in the Union Budget 2025-26 in descending order of percentage of Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
i. Effective Revenue Deficit
ii. Fiscal Deficit
iii. Primary Deficit
iv. Revenue Deficit
A. (i), (ii), (iii), (iv)
B. (iv), (iii), (ii), (i)
C. (ii), (iii), (iv), (i)
D. (ii), (iv), (iii), (i)

Gross fiscal deficit = Total expenditure – (Revenue receipts + Non-debt creating capital receipts)
Revenue deficit = Revenue expenditure – Revenue receipts
Gross primary deficit = Gross fiscal deficit – net interest liabilities

10. Which of the following products was the first to get a Geographical Indication (GI) tag in India?
A. Darjeeling Tea
B. Banarasi Saree
C. Tirupati Laddu
D. Blue Pottery of Jaipur

Darjeeling Tea, known for its unique flavour and aroma, was granted the GI tag in 2004-05, marking a significant milestone for Indian agricultural products and intellectual property rights.

11. Khajuraho was the main centre of art of which time period ?
A. Chandel period
B. Mughal period
C. Gupta period
D. Mauryan period

12. How do wide and broad bag straps improve comfort and ease while carrying a load?
A. The pressure exerted by the bag increases
B. The force exerted by the bag increases
C. The pressure exerted by the bag decreases
D. The force exerted by the bag decreases

Comfort is related to how this force is distributed. With wide and broad strap the area increases and hence the pressure decreases (Pressure =Force/Area)

13. Which two ancient Indian texts have been inscribed in the UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register in 2025?
A. Bhagvad Gita and Charak Samhita
B. Bhagvad Gita and Natya Shastra
C. Bhagvad Gita and Ramayan
D. Bhagvad Gita and Rigveda

The Shrimad Bhagavad Gita, dated to the 1st century, and Bharat Muni’s Natyashastra, a 5th-century treatise on performing arts — have been inscribed in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register. The Unesco’s Memory of the World (MoW) Register lists documentary heritage. The register consists of documentary collections including books, manuscripts, maps, photographs, sound or video recordings, which bear witness to the shared heritage of humanity.

14. Which of the following Committee was formed for the amendment in Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) Act, 2003?
A. Vijay Kelkar Committee
B. N. K. Singh Committee
C. Rangarajan Committee
D. Nachiket Mor Committee

The FRBM Act, 2003 was reviewed by the NK Singh Committee, which was formed in 2016 under the chairmanship of N.K. Singh, former revenue and expenditure secretary. The committee’s mandate was to review the FRBM Act and suggest changes required in times of uncertainty and volatility in the global economy.

15. What was the theme of World Environment Day 2025?
A. Only One Earth
B. Solutions to Plastic Pollution
C. Beat Plastic Pollution
D. Ecosystem Restoration

World Environment Day 2025 was celebrated on 5 June 2025 with the theme “Beat Plastic Pollution”. The global host country was the Republic of Korea, and the campaign focused on tackling the urgent issue of plastic waste across ecosystems, oceans, and human health.

16. Consider the following four types of rural-urban streams of internal migration in India.
i. From rural areas to rural areas
ii. From rural areas to urban areas
iii. From urban areas to urban areas
iv. From urban areas to rural areas
Arrange the above in descending order of percentage as given in the Periodic Labour Force Survey 2020-21 conducted by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.
A. (ii) (iii) (i) (iv)
B. (iii) (ii) (iv) (i)
C. (i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
D. (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)

According to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2020–21, the largest stream of internal migration in India was rural-to-rural (dominated by marriage-related migration, especially among women), followed by rural-to-urban, then urban-to-urban, and finally urban-to-rural. So, the descending order is: (i) → (ii) → (iii) → (iv).

17. The study of energy transfer at various trophic levels of a food chain is
A. Biotransformation
B. Bioenergetics
C. Biogeocoenosis
D. Holocoenosis

18. In context of rock formation, who first used the term “Pleistocene”?
A. Sir Charles Lyell
B. Kober
C. Fox and Weddell
D. Edward Suess

The term “Pleistocene” was first introduced by the Scottish geologist Sir Charles Lyell in 1839. He coined it to describe the most recent epoch of the Tertiary Period, characterized by the presence of species largely similar to those existing today.

19. From which Fiscal year, the planned and non-planned classification of expenditure of budget was discontinued?
A. 2012-13
B. 2015-16
C. 2017-18
D. 2020-21

The Union Budget 2017–18 marked the end of the Planned vs. Non-Planned expenditure system in India. Since then, the budget has been presented using the Revenue vs. Capital expenditure framework.

20. Under the ‘Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners (appointment, conditions of service and terms of office) Act, 2023’, who among the following is not included in the three-member Selection Committee constituted to recommend the name of India’s Chief Election Commissioner?
A. The Prime Minister of India
B. The Chief Justice of India
C. The Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha
D. A Union Cabinet Minister nominated by the Prime Minister

It consists of the Prime Minister, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha (or leader of the largest opposition party if no LoP is recognized), and a Union Cabinet Minister nominated by the Prime Minister.

21. Which philosophy is not called a heterodox system?
A. Cārvāka
B. Nyaya
C. Bauddha
D. Digambara Jain

Nāstika (Heterodox systems): These reject the authority of the Vedas. Major traditions are Buddhism, Jainism, and Cārvāka (materialist school), etc.

22. Who among the following great personalities of Kanishka’s Court has been called the ‘Indian Einstein’?
A. Charaka
B. Ashwaghosh
C. Nagarjuna
D. Vasumitra

The scholar from Kanishka’s court who has been called the “Indian Einstein” is Nagarjuna, the great Buddhist philosopher and scientist. His ability to merge philosophy with scientific inquiry earned him the title “Indian Einstein” in modern interpretations.

23. Which ruler of Vijayanagar empire built a dam and canals on the Tungabhadra River?
A. Devaraya I
B. Devaraya II
C. Bukka I
D. Krishna Devaraya

The ruler of the Vijayanagar Empire who built a dam and canals on the Tungabhadra River is Deva Raya I.

24. Who is the author of the book “Tilakmanjari”?
A. Dhananjay
B. Dhanpal
C. Dhanik
D. Padmagupta

The book Tilakmanjari was authored by Dhanapala Mahakavi (often referred to simply as Dhanpal), a Jain poet of the 10th–11th century CE. It is a Sanskrit prose romance (gadya-kāvya) and one of the earliest examples of Jain narrative literature in this style.

25. Which of the following States is not beneficiary of water resources under the Sardar Sarovar Dam?
A. Gujarat
B. Madhya Pradesh
C. Punjab
D. Rajasthan

Situated on river Narmada in Gujarat and Irrigates 1.8 million hectares across Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan.

26. Sorter’s disease is caused by
A. Fungus
B. Protozoa
C. Bacteria
D. Virus

Sorter’s disease is caused by Bacillus anthracis, the bacterium responsible for anthrax. Specifically, it refers to inhalation anthrax, which affects workers in the wool and textile industries when they inhale spores from contaminated animal fibers.

27. Which of the following texts is considered to be the best text in Pali language?
A. Dipavamsa
B. Mahavamsa
C. Vinay Pitaka
D. Milinda Panha

Most scholars and practitioners would point to the Tipiṭaka— Vinaya Pitaka, Sutta Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka the foundational scripture of Theravāda Buddhism. It’s the most extensive and authoritative body of Pali literature.

28. What is the correct number of different crops covered under the Minimum Support Price in India?
i. 5 Pulses
ii. 7 Cereals
iii. 7 Oilseeds
Choose the correct answer.
A. Only (i) and (ii)
B. Only (i) and (iii)
C. Only (ii) and (iii)
D. (i), (ii) and (iii)

India’s Minimum Support Price (MSP) system currently covers 5 pulses, 7 cereals, and 7 oilseeds, along with other crops, making a total of 23 major crops.

29. Which type of force is used to reduce air pollution by extracting dust, soot and fly-ash particles from factory chimney emissions?
A. Frictional force
B. Electrostatic force
C. Gravitational force
D. Magnetic force

To control emission particulates an electric charge to particles in the gas stream, causing them to stick to oppositely charged plates. Very effective for fly ash in thermal power plants.

30. In context of the rivers of India and its tributaries, match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists.

List – I List – II
(Rivers) (Tributaries)
a. Indus i. Subansiri
b. Ganga ii. Kosi
c. Brahmaputra iii. Jatinga
d. Meghna iv. Chenab

Code:
A. a (iv), (b) (ii), (c) (iii), (d) (i)
B. a (ii), (b) (iv), (c) (i), (d) (iii)
C. a (iii), (b) (i), (c) (ii), (d) (iv)
D. a (iv), (b) (ii), (c) (i), (d) (iii)

The Jatinga River is a north-bank tributary of the Barak River in Assam, India. The Barak River, which originates in the hills of Manipur and flows through Assam, eventually enters Bangladesh where it splits into two distributaries — the Surma and the Kushiyara. These two rivers later reunite and merge into the Meghna River system.

31. The Rigvedic Era Gods are divided into three categories. Who among the following Gods did not completely belong to the earth category?
A. Prajapati
B. Agni
C. Som
D. Brihaspati

32. Which two (02) of the following indicators included by NITI Aayog in its National Multidimensional Poverty Index have not been included by UNDP in its Multidimensional Poverty Index?
i. Bank Account
ii. Maternal Health
iii. Electricity
iv. Cooking Fuel
A. (i) and (ii)
B. (i) and (iv)
C. (i) and (iii)
D. (i) and (iv)

The indicators included by NITI Aayog in its National Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) that are not included by UNDP in its Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) are: Maternal Health and Bank Accounts.
These indicators are part of the National MPI, which includes additional indicators aligned with national priorities, while the Global MPI covers a broader set of indicators.

33. Match the following.

List – I List – II

1. Divya Deshmukh a. Hockey
2. Smriti Mandhana b. Badminton
3. Sudhanshu Mittal c. Kho-Kho
4. Ayush Shetty d. Cricket
5. Vandana Katariya e. Chess

Code: 1 2 3 4 5
A. (e),(a),(b),(c),(d)
B. (e),(d),(c),(b),(a)
C. (e),(d),(c),(a),(b)
D. (b),(a),(c),(d),(e)

• Divya Deshmukh – Indian chess prodigy, Woman Grandmaster, and one of the country’s brightest young talents in international chess.
• Smriti Mandhana – Star batter of the Indian women’s cricket team, known for her elegant left-handed stroke play.
• Sudhanshu Mittal – Indian politician and businessman, associated with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
• Ayush Shetty – Rising Indian badminton player, part of the new generation making waves in international tournaments.
• Vandana Katariya – Legendary Indian women’s hockey forward, record-holder for most international caps and goals, retired in 2025.

34. Which travelogue was written by Ibn Batuta in Arabic language?
A. Safarnama
B. Kitab-ul-Hind
C. Rihla
D. Chachnama

“Rihla” literally means The Journey.
Kitab-ul-Hind was written by the Persian scholar-traveler Al-Biruni in the Arabic language. Safarnama was written by the Persian scholar Nasir Khusraw in Persian language.
Chachnama is a famous historical chronicle written in Persian in the 13th century by Ali Kufi.

35. The SHANTI Bill, 2025 is related to which of the following sectors?
A. Nuclear Energy Sector
B. Health Sector
C. Irrigation Sector
D. National Highway Sector

The SHANTI Bill, 2025 modernizes India’s nuclear energy framework by replacing outdated laws, enabling private and foreign participation, strengthening governance and safety mechanisms, and reforming liability provisions to support energy security and a clean energy transition.

36. Arrange the following projects in chronological order of their launch in India.

1. Project Cheetah
2. Project Lion
3. Project Elephant
4. Project Tiger
   A. 1, 2, 3, 4
   B. 2, 1, 4, 3
   C. 3, 2, 1, 4
   D. 4, 3, 2, 1

37. In which mountain range of Himalaya, the world’s longest Atal Highway Tunnel has been built
A. Shivalik mountain range
B. Karakoram mountain range
C. Pir Panjal mountain range
D. Zanskar mountain range

38. By an amendment to the Constitution of India, the right to property was removed from the list of fundamental rights and converted it into a simple legal right under which Article of the Constitution?
A. Article 300 A
B. Article 290 A
C. Article 310 A
D. Article 280 A

39. The wave of expansion of an artery when blood is forced into it is called
A. Heartbeat
B. Pulse
C. Flow
D. Ticking

40 Arrange the following socio-religious organisations in the correct chronological order based on the year of establishment.
i. Brahmo Samaj
ii. Brahmo Samaj of South India
iii. Sadharan Brahmo Samaj
iv. Atmiya Sabha
A. (i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
B. (iv) (iii) (ii) (i)
C. (iv) (i) (ii) (iii)
D. (i) (iv) (ii) (iii)

The correct chronological sequence of the given socio-religious organizations is:
Atmiya Sabha (1815)
Brahmo Samaj (1828)
Brahmo Samaj of South India (1864)
Sadharan Brahmo Samaj (1878)

41. Who was the Chairman of Committee on ‘doubling of farmers’ income’?
A. M. S. Swaminathan
B. Rangarajan
C. Ashok Dalwai
D. Ramesh Chand

The Committee on Doubling Farmers’ Income in India was chaired by Dr. Ashok Dalwai, a senior IAS officer and then Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.

42. Where among the following, the evidence of a ‘ploughed field’ is found?
A. Mohenjodaro
B. Kalibangan
C. Lothal
D. Dholavira

While other Indus Valley sites like Mohenjodaro, Lothal, and Dholavira have yielded important discoveries, the direct evidence of a ploughed agricultural field is a distinguishing feature of Kalibangan.

43. Which of the following statements is/are correct about clean energy in India in the year 2025?

1. The installed capacity of bioenergy has reached 11.61 Gigawatt.
2. The small hydro power capacity has increased to 5.16 Gigawatt.
3. The large hydro power capacity has reached 50.91 Gigawatt.
4. The installed capacity of solar energy has reached 135.81 Gigawatt.
   A. Only 1
   B. Only 2
   C. Only 3
   D. All of the above

44. In the Constitution of India under Provision of which of the following Articles, the presiding officer may allow any member to address the House in his mother tongue?
A. Article – 119
B. Article – 120
C. Article – 111
D. Article – 112

Under Article 120 of the Constitution of India, the Chairman of the Council of States or the Speaker of the House of the People may permit any member who cannot adequately express themselves in Hindi or English to address the House in their mother tongue.

45. Golden Quadrilateral National Highway Development Project connects which four big metro cities of India?
A. Mumbai – Cochin – Jaipur – Kolkata
B. Delhi – Mumbai – Chennai – Kolkata
C. Delhi – Rajkot – Indore – Kolkata
D. Chandigarh – Surat – Bengaluru – Mumbai

45. Which of the following statements about the Vernacular Press Act, 1878 are correct?
i. It was passed during the time of Viceroy Lord Ripon.
ii. It was repealed by Viceroy Lord Lytton.
iii. It was known as the Gagging Act.
iv. The law was enacted to take Government action against Vernacular newspaper, especially ‘Amrit Bazar Patrika’.
Select the correct option.
A. Only (i) and (ii)
B. Only (iii) and (iv)
C. Only (i), (ii) and (iii)
D. (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)

The Vernacular Press Act of 1878 was a colonial law introduced by Lord Lytton to suppress Indian-language newspapers and prevent criticism of British policies, fueling nationalist resistance and eventually leading to its repeal.

47. In context of New Labour Code, consider the following statements and select the correct answer:
i. 29 labour laws have been codified into 4 labour codes.
ii. Employers must provide all workers above the age of 40 years with a free annual health check up.
iii. Review of minimum wage in every 5 years.
iv. Paid maternity leave of 24 weeks for women workers is mandatory.
A. (i), (iii) and (iv)
B. (i), (ii) and (iii)
C. (ii), (iii) and (iv)
D. (i), (ii) and (iv)

48. A model of the Earth, which is represented by the reduced scale on a flat sheet of paper, is called
A. Flat Earth Model
B. Reduced Earth Model
C. Distance Earth Model
D. Scale Earth Model

49. Under which Article of the Constitution of India, a Judge is transferred from one High Court to another High Court?
A. Article – 219
B. Article – 220
C. Article – 221
D. Article – 222

Part VI – The States (Articles 152–237): Governance of states, including the Governor, state legislatures, and higher state judiciary.

50. Which language was first accorded the status of classical language of India by the Government of India?
A. Pali
B. Prakrit
C. Sanskrit
D. Tamil

51. Which of the following statements regarding the Chhattisgarh Industrial Development Policy 2024-30 is/are correct?

1. The Chhattisgarh Industrial Development Policy 2024-30 will be effective from the date 1st November 2024 until 31st March 2030.
2. Under the Chhattisgarh Industrial Development Policy 2024-30, on the basis of the size of investment industries have been classified into 6 categories.
3. Under the Chhattisgarh Industrial Development Policy 2024-30, for industrial investment promotion entrepreneurs/investors have been classified into 7 categories.
4. Nutraceutical product enterprises are included in the list of Thrust Sector Enterprises.
   A. Only 1
   B. Only 2
   C. Only 1, 3 and 4
   D. All of the above

Visit Chhattisgarh Industrial Policy

52. A dish similar to ‘kheer’ in Chhattisgarh is
A. Limad
B. Khurmi
C. Choulesar
D. Tasmai

53. In which year was the growth rate (constant prices 2011-12) in the contribution of electricity, gas and water supply to the Gross Domestic Product of Chhattisgarh been the lowest?
A. 2022-23
B. 2023-24
C. 2024-25
D. Never been

54. Who was the ruler of the Surguja State at the time of the Oraon Rebellion in 1918?
A. Shiv Raj Singh
B. Ajit Singh
C. Ramanuj Sharan
D. Indrapratap Sharan

Maharaja Ramanuj Saran Singh Deo was born in 1893, and he ascended the throne on 31st December 1917, shortly before the Oraon Rebellion of 1918

55. Consider the following statements:
I. 75 Gram Panchayats of Surajpur district in Chhattisgarh declared as child marriage free Gram Panchayats.
II. This achievement is the outcome of district’s flagship programme ‘healthy woman, empowered families’.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. Only (I)
B. Only (II)
C. Both (I) and (II)
D. Neither (I) nor (II)

A total of 75 village panchayats in Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, have been officially declared “Child Marriage-Free Panchayats” for having no reported cases of child marriage in the past two years.
This milestone was announced on 17 September 2025 during the launch of the “Healthy Women, Empowered Families” campaign and the beginning of National Nutrition Month.

56. Which of the following statements related to Kharun river is/are correct?

1. It is an important river of the Durg district.
2. It is originated from the Pentechua of Chorhanala.
3. This river flows for about 80.5 km in the Durg-Raipur border.
4. This river flows at elevations ranging from 300 m to 150 m depending on the slope.
   A. Only 1 and 2
   B. Only 1, 2 and 3
   C. Only 1, 2 and 4
   D. All of the above

57. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Chief Minister Amrit Yojana?

1. This scheme has been operational since 2016.
2. This scheme is being implemented as a Pilot Project in Kabirdham and Bastar districts.
3. Under this scheme, flavored soy milk is provided.
4. This scheme is being implemented in 2554 primary and 1165 secondary schools in the districts identified for the Pilot Project.
   A. Only 1
   B. Only 2
   C. Only 3
   D. All of the above

58. Where is Pendra Plateau located?
A. Between Hasdeo – Mand Basin
B. Between Lormi and Hasdeo Basin
C. Trans-Mahanadi Plain
D. Trans-Shivnath Plain

The Pendra Plateau is sometimes referred to as the Pendra-Lormi Plateau. Key peaks in this plateau include Palma Peak (1,080 m) and Lafagarh (1,048 m), highlighting the region’s relatively higher elevation compared to the surrounding plains.

59. Which of the following tribes believe in spirits?
A. Toda
B. Kota
C. Oraon
D. All of the above

The Toda and Kota tribes are indigenous Dravidian communities primarily found in the Nilgiri Hills of southern India.

60. Which of the following statements is/are not correct about the rule of Panduvansha in Chhattisgarh?

1. Panduvansha established their State in Dakshin Kosal after the power of Sharabhpuriya Dynasty ended.
2. Harshagupta has been called Param-Maheswar.
3. During the reign of Harsha Gupta, Vishnu Temple was built in the capital, Sirpur.
4. Tivar Dev was succeeded by Harsha Gupta, Mahannan and Chandra Gupta consecutively.
   A. Only 3 and 4
   B. Only 3
   C. Only 1 and 2
   D. None of the above

The Laxman (Lakshmana) Temple in Sirpur, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, was built in the 7th century CE, by Queen Vasata, mother of King Mahasivagupta Balarjuna.

61. Group entertainment song of Ghotul is
A. Kaksar
B. Lorik Chanda
C. Hullkipata
D. Dola Para

The traditional group entertainment song of the Ghotul is called “Hullkipata,” which is performed along with dancing and drumming by the Muria and Gond youths as part of their cultural rituals and social activities.

62. What is the answer of the puzzle “Charka Garu charat Jaay,
Kariya Garu sutat Jaay” ?
A. The lamp and the wick
B. Pencil and slate
C. Ocean and waves
D. Moon and dark sky

63. What is the period for providing temporary shelter at Sakhi One Stop Centre?
A. Upto 05 days
B. Upto 07 days
C. Upto 15 days
D. Upto 21 days

Sakhi One Stop Centres provide temporary shelter for women affected by violence or distress, including their minor children, for a standard period of up to five days. This applies to women and their children (girls of all ages and boys up to 8 years old)

64. What percentage of subsidy is given to small marginal and other farmers respectively for providing sprinkler sets and drip systems under PMKSY?
A. 55% small marginal farmers, 45% other farmers
B. 45% small marginal farmers, 55% other farmers
C. 50% small marginal farmers, 40% other farmers
D. 65% small marginal farmers, 55% other farmers

65. The people of Ratanpur were deeply saddened by Bimbaji’s death. Which foreign traveler mentioned this?
A. Colebrook
B. George Forster
C. Hieun Tsang
D. Blunt

66. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding agriculture in Dandakaranya region of Chhattisgarh?

1. Pulses are sown on 8% of the total sown land of the Dandakaranya region.
2. Jowar is sown on 1% of the total sown land of the Dandakaranya region.
3. Under Kharif Chana, Tivra, Peas, Moong and Urad are cultivated.
4. Kodo and Kutki are sown on 25% of the total sown land of the Dandakaranya region.
   A. Only 1
   B. Only 2 and 3
   C. Only 1, 2 and 4
   D. Only 1 and 4

Chana, Tivra, Peas, Moong and Urad are Rabi Crops.

67. Writer of Kavya Sangrah ‘Parra Bhar Lai’ is
A. Dr. Gore Lal Chandel
B. Dr. Bihari Lal Sahu
C. Pt. Shyam Lal Chaturvedi
D. Dr. Surendra Dubey

67. Which facts are correct regarding the current irrigation potential of Chhattisgarh State?
i. At present the irrigation potential of the State is 21.76 lakh hectares.
ii. At present 2514 minor irrigation schemes have been in the State.
iii. 49.50% of the groundwater is being used in the State.
iv. After the formation of the State additional irrigation capacity has been developed in an area of 10.48 lakh hectares.
A. (i), (ii) and (iii)
B. (i) and (ii)
C. (iv) and (i)
D. (ii) and (iii)

69. The highest peak located in the Khuriya plateau is
A. Pandrapaat
B. Burjudih
C. Bhanvar Mountain
D. Tendupat

70. When is the ‘Sarhul’ festival celebrated in the Oraon tribe?
A. On the arrival of new crops
B. On growing flowers in sal tree
C. During agriculture
D. None of the above

The term ‘Sarhul’ translates to the “worship of the Sal tree,” a sacred tree for tribal communities. The festival symbolizes the union of the Sun and Earth, representing life-giving forces and ecological balance crucial to Adivasi life. In this ceremony is perform, tribal members do not use the new flowers Or fruits of the season.

71. Consider the following statements about the Gram Sabha:

1. Every resident of the Gram Panchayat territory shall be its member.
2. A Gram Sabha shall meet at least once in every three months.
3. In the absence of Sarpanch and Deputy Sarpanch, the senior most panch shall preside over the Gram Sabha meeting.
4. A Gram Sabha meeting shall be summoned within thirty days if more than one-third of the total members of Gram Sabha so demand in writing.
   Which one of the following option is correct in respect of the above statements ?
   A. Both 1 and 2
   B. Both 1 and 3
   C. Both 2 and 3
   D. Both 2 and 4

72. In the Constitution of India, Nagar Panchayat is mentioned in
A. Part IX
B. Part IXA
C. Part IXB
D. Fifth Schedule

Part IXA of the Indian Constitution was inserted by the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992. It deals with the provisions for municipalities, providing a constitutional framework for urban local governance in India.
Classified into three categories based on the population and type of urban area:
• Nagar Panchayat: For areas in transition from a rural to urban status
• Municipal Council (Nagar Palika): For smaller urban areas
• Municipal Corporation (Mahanagar Palika): For large urban areas

73. Match the classical music/dance given in Column – I with the related famous personalities of Chhattisgarh given in Column – II.

Column – I Column – II

1. Kathak a. Indrani Chakravarthy
2. Tabla b. Madhurima Chandra Shekhar Shastri
3. Sitar c. Arti Jain
4. Bharatnatyam d. Mukund Narayan Bhale

Code 1 2 3 4

A. (a), (b), (c), (d)
B. (c), (d), (a), (b)
C. (b), (c), (a), (d)
D. (d), (a), (c), (b)

74. During which Movement did V. V. Giri visited Rajnandgaon?
A. First Mill Labour Movement
B. Second Mill Labour Movement
C. Third Mill Labour Movement
D. Quit India Movement

Thakur Pyarelal Singh, a lawyer and freedom fighter led the workers’ strikes in Rajnandgaon (1919–20, 1924, 1937), including a landmark 37-day strike, addressing wage exploitation and long working hours. VV Giri visited Rajnandgaon during First Mill Labour Movement.

75. Based on the Chhattisgarh SDG District Level Progress Report 2023, match the SDG goals in Column – I with the top-performing districts in Column – II.

Column – I Column – II

1. Goal 05 a. Kabirdham
2. Goal 08 b. Raipur
3. Goal 10 c. Bilaspur
4. Goal 13 d. Raigarh
   A. (a), (b), (d), (c)
   B. (b), (a), (c), (d)
   C. (c), (b), (a), (d)
   D. (d), (c), (b), (a)

76. Which of the following ornament is worn in ear?

1. Titari
2. Lerki
3. Jhumka
4. Patia
   A. Only 1
   B. Only 1, 2 and 3
   C. Only 4
   D. Only 3

Patia is worn on the head.

77. Which of the following option is not included in the composition of a Janpad Panchayat?
A. All members of the State Legislative Assembly returned from the Constituencies which wholly fall within the Janpad Panchayat Area.
B. All members of the State Legislative Assembly returned from the Constituencies which partly fall within the Janpad Panchayat Area.
C. One-fifth (1/5 of the Sarpanches in the territorial area of the Janpad Panchayat by rotation for a period of one year as prescribed authority may determine by drawing lots.
D. Elected members of the Lok Sabha whose part of Constituency falls fully or partly in the Janpad Panchayat Area.

78. In Chhattisgarh, garnet mineral is found in which of the following districts?
A. Gariyaband, Jashpur, Bijapur
B. Balrampur, Surguja, Mahasamund
C. Raigarh, Koriya, Korba
D. Mungeli, Sukma, Kondagaon

79. ‘Kothali’ waterfall is located in
A. Kanhar River
B. Rihand River
C. Banas River
D. Mand River

Kothali waterfall is situated near Dipadih in Balrampur on the Kanhar River, a tributary of the Son River.

80. ‘Bihai’ in Chhattisgarh is a type of
A. Dance
B. Chouk
C. Folk song
D. Folk drama

81. ‘Dharmesh’ is the chief Deity of which tribe?
A. Oraon
B. Muriya
C. Bhunjiya
D. Binjhwar

In Oraon belief, Dharmesh is regarded as the Supreme Being, the creator and sustainer of the universe. He is believed to manifest especially in Sal trees, which hold sacred significance in their culture.

82. In Chhattisgarh State, division of Gram Panchayats into wards is done
A. By the Governor
B. By the State Election Commission
C. By the Collector of the District
D. By the concerned Gram Sabha

83. In which Hotel of Raipur was the “Raipur Conspiracy Case” planned?
A. Imperial Hotel
B. New India Hotel
C. Raj Hotel
D. Oriental Hotel

84. The theme “One Expression, Supreme Creation” is related to
A. Rajyotsava – 2025
B. Chakradhar Samaroh – 2025
C. Sirpur Mahotsav – 2025
D. Bharat Rang Mahotsav – 2025

This theme is specifically associated with the Bharat Rang Mahotsav (BRM) 2025, which is organized by the National School of Drama (NSD) in India. The festival, often called ‘Bharangam’, is the world’s largest theatre festival and marks a gathering of artists from across India and other nations.

85. What was the installed capacity (in megawatts) for electricity utilization in Chhattisgarh State as of 2024?
A. 2840 megawatts
B. 138.70 megawatts
C. 2850 megawatts
D. 2978.70 megawatts

Visit Electricity Generation in Chhattisgarh (छत्तीसगढ़ मे विद्युत उत्पादन)

86. Which Article of Indian Constitution directs the State for organisation of Gram Panchayats?
A. Article – 39
B. Article – 40
C. Article – 41
D. Article – 42

Article 40, part of the Directive Principles of State Policy (Part IV), states: “The State shall take steps to organise village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government”

87. Which of the following statements are not correct in the context of P.M. KUSUM Scheme?
i. This Scheme is to make the agriculture sector diesel free.
ii. A provision of Rs. 326 crore has been made for this Scheme in the current budget (2025-2 of Chhattisgarh.
iii. The Central Government provides subsidy upto 30% or 60% of the total cost for this Scheme.
iv. Under this Scheme, Farmers can install solar power plants of 2 MW on barren/fallow land.
A. (iii) and (iv)
B. (ii) and (iv)
C. (i) and (iv)
D. (ii) and (iii)

The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyaan (PM-KUSUM) is a national initiative launched in March 2019 and scaled up in January 2024. It aims to provide energy and water security for farmers, increase income, reduce reliance on diesel, and promote solar power adoption in agriculture. The scheme is set to add 34,800 MW of solar capacity by March 2026.

88. Chhattisgarh did the first rebellion against Begar Pratha take place?
A. Raigarh
B. Rajnandgaon
C. Chhuikhadan
D. Bastar

89. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Pt. Lochan Prasad Pandey?

1. In the year 1921, Pt. Lochan Prasad Pandey established Chhattisgarh Gaurav Pracharak Mandali.
2. The Oriya ruler of Wamanda State conferred the title of ‘Kavya Vinod’ to Pt. Lochan Prasad Pandey.
3. Pt. Lochan Prasad Pandey was a scholar of Sanskrit, English, Bangla and Oriya languages besides Hindi.
4. Under the Editorship of Pt. Lochan Prasad Pandey, two volumes of archaeological articles were published in the year 1932 and 1937.
   A. Only 1
   B. Only 2
   C. Only 2 and 3
   D. All of the above

90. Assertion (A): Chhattisgarh Accelerated Learning for Knowledge Economy (CHAK) is being implemented to improve school education in Chhattisgarh.
Reason (R): The School Education Department is making arrangements to provide education to the students based on their mother tongue at the primary level.
In the above question, an Assertion (A) and a Reason (R) is given. Choose the correct option.
A. Both (A) and (R) are correct and the (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B. Both (A) and (R) are correct, but the (R) is not correct explanation of (A)
C. The (A) is correct, but the (R) is incorrect
D. The (A) is incorrect, but the (R) is correct

The Chhattisgarh Accelerated Learning for Knowledge Economy (CHAK) initiative is designed to enhance the quality and effectiveness of school education in Chhattisgarh. A key objective is to align with the state’s vision of developing a Knowledge Economy by improving learning outcomes, expanding teacher capacity, and leveraging research-based practices in education.

91. Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Dry Sal Forest of Chhattisgarh?

1. Dry Sal Forests are found on the slopes in Kanai, Ras, Pidia and Patkura Development Blocks.
2. Dry Sal Forest reaches a height of 21 to 22 m.
3. Dry Sal Forests are found in flat plateau region with laterite soil where drainage is good.
4. Dry Sal Forests are found in Dongargarh and Khairagarh range.
   A. Only 1
   B. Only 1 and 2
   C. Only 1, 2 and 3
   D. All of the above

Question might have missed NOT correct as no option is correct.

92. In the State Budget of Chhattisgarh 2025 – 26, the budget allocation respectively for PM-JANMAN Road Construction Yojana and Mukhya Mantri Samagra Grameen Yojana was
A. Rs. 500 Crores and Rs. 200 Crores
B. Rs. 3,200 Crores and Rs. 5,500 Crores
C. Rs. 875 Crores and Rs. 738 Crores
D. Rs. 3,500 Crores and Rs. 1,850 Crores

93. The following statement regarding housing is related to which tribe?
“Traditionally three types of houses are built, Khaddar Ghar or Ban Khaddar, Bhithi Ghar and Ladi or Nan-Ak-Ladi.”
A. Baiga Tribe
B. Dorla Tribe
C. Munda Tribe
D. None of the above

Baiga’s traditional houses include Khaddar Ghar (mud houses), Ban Khaddar (raised or elevated houses), and Bhithi Ghar or Ladi (houses with distinctive side walls or compound structures), each reflecting local materials and functional needs.

94. According to the Provisions of the Panchayats (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 a Village shall ordinarily consist of

1. Hamlet or group of hamlets
2. Comprising a community
3. A minimum population of 200
4. Managing its affairs in accordance with traditions and customs
   A. 1, 2, 3
   B. 1, 2, 4
   C. 2, 3, 4
   D. 1, 3, 4

95. Which of the following statements is/are not correct about low rainfall areas of Chhattisgarh?

1. Low rainfall areas receive 1300 to 1400 mm of rainfall.
2. It does not include most part of the North-eastern Baghelkhand and the central part of the Mahanadi basin.
3. The Central part of the Mahanadi basin, including the Trans-Shivnath plains, the Mahanadi Shivnath Doab region and the lower valleys of the Hasdeo and Arpa rivers receives rainfall between 1100 mm – 1200 mm.
4. In Chhattisgarh, the lowest rainfall occurs in the 03 Eastern parts of the State.

A. Only 1
B. Only 2 and 3
C. Only 1, 2 and 4
D. All of the above

All statements are incorrect.
• Mean Annual Rainfall: The mean annual rainfall of Chhattisgarh is 1167 ± 147 mm, with the winter, summer, southwest, and post-monsoon periods contributing 20, 30, 1050, and 67 mm, respectively.
• District Variability: The district Surajpur in Northern Hills Agro-Climatic Zone receives the highest annual rainfall (1411 mm), while Kabirdham district in the Chhattisgarh Plain ACZ records the lowest annual rainfall (885 mm).
• Monsoon Season Variability: The southwest monsoon season contributes significantly to the state’s rainfall, with districts like Kabirdham, Durg, Bemetara, Mungeli, and Rajnandgaon experiencing low rainfall with high inter-annual variability.

96. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Maratha rule in Chhattisgarh?

1. During the Maratha rule in Chhattisgarh, taxes were imposed on the farmers on the basis of the number of ploughs.
2. During the Maratha rule, there was a system of measuring land and determining taxes accordingly.
3. During the Maratha rule, tax collection was done in cash.
4. During the Maratha rule, there was proper management for the sale of grains.
   A. Only 1
   B. Only 2
   C. Only 3
   D. All of the above

During Maratha rule, there was no proper taxation system.

97. Select the correct idiom for “to work very hard”.
A. Panhi Chamkana
B. Panhi Torna
C. Panhi Khiyana
D. Panhi Uchana

Panhi Torna means to break shoes implying to work very hard.

98. Assertion (A): Indravati Sanctuary attained the status of a National Park in 1981.
Reason (R): Indravati National Park was later declared a Tiger Reserve in 1983 under Project Tiger.
In the above question, an Assertion (A) and a Reason (R) is given. Choose the correct option.
A. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C. (A) is true, but (R) is false
D. (A) is false, but (R) is true

Both Assertion and Reason are true factually.

99. Where is the ‘Bees Duariya’ Temple located?
A. Malhar
B. Talagaon
C. Turturiya
D. Ratanpur

The temple dedicated to Lord Shiva has 20 doors and hence the name ‘Bees Dariya

100. Match the minerals found in Chhattisgarh (Column – I) with their locations (Column – II).
Column – I Column – II

1. Quartzite a. Pendri
2. Mica b. Chiraipani
3. Lead c. Gudhipurwa
4. Fireclay d. Bhalai (Lundra)
   (1) (2) (3) (4)
   A. (a), (c), (b), (d)
   B. (d), (c), (a), (b)
   C. (d), (b), (c), (a)
   D. (b), (a), (d), (c)

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