The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination (CSE) is one of the most competitive exams in India. It requires a deep understanding of various subjects, including General Awareness (GA), which plays a crucial role in the Prelims, Mains, and Interview.
To help UPSC 2025 aspirants prepare effectively, we have compiled 50+ important quiz questions covering current affairs, history, geography, polity, economy, science, technology, environment, and culture. Use this quiz to test your knowledge and identify areas for improvement.
Why is General Awareness Important for UPSC?
UPSC Prelims (General Studies Paper 1) – Includes significant portions of General Knowledge & Current Affairs. UPSC Mains (General Studies & Essay Papers) – Helps in writing well-structured and analytical answers. UPSC Interview (Personality Test) – Candidates are expected to be well-versed in current events and policy matters.
A strong grip on General Awareness will help you stay ahead in UPSC 2025.
UPSC 2025 General Awareness Quiz (50+ Questions)
1. Current Affairs (National & International)
- Who will host the G20 Summit in 2025? Answer: South Africa
- What is the theme of World Environment Day 2024? Answer: To be updated in 2024
- Which Indian state topped the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Index 2024? Answer: To be announced
- Who won the Nobel Peace Prize 2024? Answer: To be updated
- Which Indian city was recently included in UNESCO’s World Heritage list? Answer: To be updated
2. Indian History
- Who was the founder of the Maurya Empire? Answer: Chandragupta Maurya
- Who introduced the Permanent Settlement System in India? Answer: Lord Cornwallis
- What was the main objective of the Quit India Movement (1942)? Answer: To demand an end to British rule in India
- Who was the last Governor-General of India? Answer: C. Rajagopalachari
- Which event marked the beginning of the Revolt of 1857? Answer: The mutiny of sepoys at Meerut
3. Indian Geography
- Which is the largest state in India by area? Answer: Rajasthan
- Which river is known as the ‘Dakshin Ganga’? Answer: Godavari
- Where is the Sundarbans mangrove forest located? Answer: West Bengal
- Which is the highest peak in South India? Answer: Anamudi (Kerala)
- What type of soil is ideal for cotton cultivation? Answer: Black soil
4. Indian Polity & Governance
- What is the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha? Answer: 552
- Who is the head of the Rajya Sabha? Answer: Vice President of India
- Which Article of the Constitution deals with Fundamental Duties? Answer: Article 51A
- Which constitutional amendment made Right to Education a Fundamental Right? Answer: 86th Amendment Act, 2002
- Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner of India? Answer: President of India
5. Indian Economy
- Which organization releases the Economic Survey of India? Answer: Ministry of Finance
- What is the full form of GST? Answer: Goods and Services Tax
- Which is the largest public sector bank in India? Answer: State Bank of India (SBI)
- What is India’s target year to become a $5 trillion economy? Answer: To be updated in 2024
- What does ‘Repo Rate’ refer to? Answer: The interest rate at which RBI lends money to commercial banks
6. Science & Technology
- What is the full form of DRDO? Answer: Defence Research and Development Organisation
- Who is known as the ‘Father of the Indian Space Program’? Answer: Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
- Which is the first artificial satellite launched by India? Answer: Aryabhata (1975)
- What is the chemical symbol for Gold? Answer: Au
- Which mission took the first human to the Moon? Answer: Apollo 11
7. Environment & Ecology
- Which is the largest tiger reserve in India? Answer: Nagarjunsagar-Srisailam (Andhra Pradesh & Telangana)
- What is the full form of UNEP? Answer: United Nations Environment Programme
- Which greenhouse gas is the most abundant in Earth’s atmosphere? Answer: Carbon dioxide (CO₂)
- Which city is known as the ‘Green City of India’? Answer: Gandhinagar, Gujarat
- What is the main cause of acid rain? Answer: Sulfur dioxide (SO₂) and nitrogen oxides (NOx)
8. International Relations & Organizations
- Where is the headquarters of the World Trade Organization (WTO)? Answer: Geneva, Switzerland
- What is the full form of IMF? Answer: International Monetary Fund
- How many countries are members of BRICS? Answer: 5 (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa)
- Which country has the highest number of permanent UN Security Council members? Answer: 5 (USA, UK, France, Russia, China)
- What is the main purpose of the G7 Summit? Answer: Discussing global economic policies
9. Sports & Awards
- Which country hosted the 2024 Olympics? Answer: France (Paris)
- Who was the first Indian to win an Olympic gold medal in an individual event? Answer: Abhinav Bindra (2008)
- What is the highest civilian award in India? Answer: Bharat Ratna
- Which sport is associated with the Davis Cup? Answer: Tennis
- Who won the 2023 FIFA World Cup? Answer: Argentina
10. Art, Culture & Literature
- Which is the oldest classical dance form in India? Answer: Bharatanatyam
- Who wrote ‘Ramcharitmanas’? Answer: Tulsidas
- Which Indian festival is celebrated with the ‘Garba’ dance? Answer: Navratri
- What is the national animal of India? Answer: Bengal Tiger
- Which state is famous for the Hornbill Festival? Answer: Nagaland
Final Words
Regular practice of General Awareness quizzes is essential for cracking UPSC 2025. Use these 50+ quiz questions to test and improve your knowledge.
Best of luck for UPSC 2025! 