GK: Preparing For UPSC, SSC? Can You Answer These 15 General Knowledge Questions?

Can you answer these GK questions? (Representative/File Photo)

General knowledge questions are a staple in nearly all competitive exams and sometimes even feature in interviews. These questions often cover challenging topics, making it essential for competitive exam aspirants, such as those preparing for UPSC, RRB, or SSC, to thoroughly prepare for general knowledge. Everyone should focus closely on this area.

Let’s delve into some significant and fascinating GK questions and their answers.

1. Question: What is the full form of FM?

Answer: Frequency Modulation.

2. Question: What is the full form of WiFi?

Answer: Wireless Fidelity.

3. Question: In which country did the first train in the world run?

Answer: The first train in the world ran in England in 1826.

4. Question: What is the full form of DSLR camera?

Answer: DSLR stands for Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera.

5. Question: What is the full form of CDMA?

Answer: CDMA stands for Code Division Multiple Access.

6. Question: What is the full form of MTS?

Answer: Mobile Telephone Service.

7. Question: Which city was declared the capital of India for a day?

Answer: Allahabad (present-day Prayagraj) was declared the capital of India for a day in 1858.

8. Question: When and where did the first electric train run in India?

Answer: The first electric train in India ran on February 3, 1925, between Bombay VT and Kurla Harbour.

9. Question: Where was asafoetida cultivation first started in India?

Answer: Asafoetida cultivation in India began in Lahaul Spiti, Himachal Pradesh.

10. Question: When did the Indian cricket team play its first Test match, and who was its captain?

Answer: The Indian cricket team played its first Test match in England in 1932. The team captain was CK Nayudu.

11. Question: Who developed the exoskeleton suits for the Indian Army?

Answer: The exoskeleton suits were developed by the DRDO.

12. Question: Which country has abolished the mandatory death penalty?

Answer: Malaysia.

13. Question: How many days can a person go without sleep?

Answer: A person can only go without sleep for 11 days.

14. Question: Who was the first person to reach space?

Answer: Major Yuri Gagarin.

15. Question: What was the ancient name of Ujjain?

Answer: Avantika.