Daily GK Quiz - 17 August 2026
Daily GK Quiz for 17 August 2026 on Indian History for UPSC Prelims and SSC CGL preparation.
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Daily GK Quiz - 17 August 2026
Prepare for UPSC and SSC exams with these six Indian History MCQs covering ancient to modern periods.
Q1Indian History
Which is the oldest of the four Vedas?
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Correct Answer: (A) Rigveda
Explanation: Rigveda is the oldest Veda composed around 1500-1200 BCE.
Q2Indian History
Who founded the Maurya Empire?
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Correct Answer: (A) Chandragupta Maurya
Explanation: Chandragupta Maurya established the Maurya Empire in 322 BCE.
Q3Indian History
Qutbuddin Aibak started the construction of which monument?
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Correct Answer: (A) Qutub Minar
Explanation: Qutbuddin Aibak laid the foundation of Qutub Minar in 1193 CE.
Q4Indian History
The Revolt of 1857 began from which place?
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Correct Answer: (A) Meerut
Explanation: The revolt started on 10 May 1857 in Meerut.
Q5Indian History
Who gave the slogan 'Do or Die' during the Quit India Movement?
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Correct Answer: (A) Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation: Mahatma Gandhi gave the 'Do or Die' call on 8 August 1942.
Q6Indian History
The Indian National Congress was founded in which year?
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Correct Answer: (A) 1885
Explanation: The Indian National Congress was founded on 28 December 1885.
Q7Indian Geography
Which river is known as the 'Sorrow of Bengal'?
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Correct Answer: (C) Damodar
Explanation: Damodar river is called the Sorrow of Bengal due to frequent floods.
Q8Indian Geography
The Deccan Plateau is primarily composed of which type of rocks?
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Correct Answer: (C) Igneous
Explanation: Deccan Plateau consists mainly of basaltic igneous rocks.
Q9Indian Geography
Which soil is most suitable for cotton cultivation in India?
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Correct Answer: (B) Black soil
Explanation: Black soil or Regur is ideal for cotton due to its moisture retention.
Q10Indian Geography
The retreating monsoon causes rainfall mainly in which region of India?
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Correct Answer: (B) Coromandel coast
Explanation: Retreating monsoon brings rainfall to the Coromandel coast.
Q11Indian Geography
Which state is the largest producer of rice in India?
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Correct Answer: (C) West Bengal
Explanation: West Bengal is the largest rice producing state in India.
Q12Indian Geography
Western Disturbances primarily affect the winter climate of which region?
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Correct Answer: (B) Northwest India
Explanation: Western Disturbances bring winter rainfall to northwest India.
Q13Indian Polity
The Right to Equality is guaranteed under which Articles of the Indian Constitution?
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Correct Answer: (A) Articles 14 to 18
Explanation: Articles 14-18 collectively ensure the Right to Equality.
Q14Indian Polity
The maximum strength of the Lok Sabha as per the Constitution is
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Correct Answer: (D) 552
Explanation: Article 81 provides for a maximum of 552 members in Lok Sabha.
Q15Indian Polity
Judicial review in India is derived primarily from which Article?
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Correct Answer: (A) Article 13
Explanation: Article 13 empowers courts to declare laws void if they violate Fundamental Rights.
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