History and politics are deeply interconnected, shaping the world we live in today. Whether you’re preparing for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, State PSCs, NDA, CDS, or any other competitive exam, having a strong grip on History and Political Science GK is crucial.
This GK Quiz on History and Politics will test and enhance your knowledge of ancient, medieval, and modern history, as well as Indian and world politics. Let’s get started! 🏛️🗳️📜
🏺 Ancient and Medieval History – GK Questions
- Which civilization is credited with the world’s first democracy?
- A) Roman
- B) Greek
- C) Egyptian
- D) Chinese
- ✅ Answer: B) Greek
- Who was the founder of the Maurya Empire?
- A) Ashoka
- B) Chandragupta Maurya
- C) Bindusara
- D) Harsha
- ✅ Answer: B) Chandragupta Maurya
- The Mughal Empire was established in India after which battle?
- A) Battle of Panipat (1526)
- B) Battle of Plassey
- C) Battle of Haldighati
- D) Battle of Buxar
- ✅ Answer: A) Battle of Panipat (1526)
- Which famous medieval ruler is known as “The Lionheart”?
- A) Genghis Khan
- B) Richard I of England
- C) Charlemagne
- D) Saladin
- ✅ Answer: B) Richard I of England
- Who was the first woman ruler of India?
- A) Razia Sultana
- B) Rani Lakshmibai
- C) Noor Jahan
- D) Ahilyabai Holkar
- ✅ Answer: A) Razia Sultana
🗡️ Modern History – GK Questions
- Which treaty marked the end of the First World War?
- A) Treaty of Paris
- B) Treaty of Versailles
- C) Treaty of Tordesillas
- D) Treaty of Ghent
- ✅ Answer: B) Treaty of Versailles
- Who was the first President of independent India?
- A) Jawaharlal Nehru
- B) Dr. Rajendra Prasad
- C) Sardar Patel
- D) B.R. Ambedkar
- ✅ Answer: B) Dr. Rajendra Prasad
- Who gave the famous speech “I Have a Dream”?
- A) Nelson Mandela
- B) Mahatma Gandhi
- C) Martin Luther King Jr.
- D) Barack Obama
- ✅ Answer: C) Martin Luther King Jr.
- In which year did the French Revolution begin?
- A) 1765
- B) 1789
- C) 1804
- D) 1815
- ✅ Answer: B) 1789
- Who was the Prime Minister of Britain during World War II?
- A) Neville Chamberlain
- B) Winston Churchill
- C) Clement Attlee
- D) Margaret Thatcher
- ✅ Answer: B) Winston Churchill
🗳️ Indian Politics and Constitution – GK Questions
- Who is known as the “Father of the Indian Constitution”?
- A) Mahatma Gandhi
- B) B.R. Ambedkar
- C) Jawaharlal Nehru
- D) Sardar Patel
- ✅ Answer: B) B.R. Ambedkar
- What is the minimum age required to become the President of India?
- A) 25 years
- B) 30 years
- C) 35 years
- D) 40 years
- ✅ Answer: C) 35 years
- Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the Fundamental Rights?
- A) Article 12-35
- B) Article 36-51
- C) Article 52-78
- D) Article 80-100
- ✅ Answer: A) Article 12-35
- Who was the first female Prime Minister of India?
- A) Sarojini Naidu
- B) Pratibha Patil
- C) Indira Gandhi
- D) Sonia Gandhi
- ✅ Answer: C) Indira Gandhi
- How many schedules are there in the Indian Constitution?
- A) 8
- B) 10
- C) 12
- D) 14
- ✅ Answer: C) 12
🌍 World Politics – GK Questions
- Which is the largest democratic country in the world?
- A) USA
- B) India
- C) UK
- D) Canada
- ✅ Answer: B) India
- Which international organization was founded after World War II to maintain world peace?
- A) NATO
- B) League of Nations
- C) United Nations (UN)
- D) European Union (EU)
- ✅ Answer: C) United Nations (UN)
- Which country has the world’s oldest written constitution?
- A) UK
- B) USA
- C) France
- D) India
- ✅ Answer: B) USA
- Who was the first Secretary-General of the United Nations?
- A) Kofi Annan
- B) Ban Ki-moon
- C) Trygve Lie
- D) António Guterres
- ✅ Answer: C) Trygve Lie
- Which political ideology promotes government ownership of industry and resources?
- A) Capitalism
- B) Socialism
- C) Feudalism
- D) Liberalism
- ✅ Answer: B) Socialism
🌟 Why Learn History and Politics?
Understanding history and politics helps us become informed citizens, analyze past events, and make sense of present-day global affairs. For aspirants preparing for competitive exams, these subjects are essential for General Studies, Current Affairs, and Interviews.
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