General Knowledge (GK) is a crucial component for candidates aspiring to join the Odisha Police as Junior Clerks. It tests a candidate’s awareness of current events, historical milestones, geographical facts, and important personalities. A strong foundation in GK not only enhances an applicant’s chances of success in competitive exams but also prepares them for real-life situations encountered in public service. This collection of the top 30 General Knowledge multiple-choice questions (MCQs) is designed to assist candidates in their preparation by covering a wide range of topics relevant to the role, ultimately equipping them with the knowledge needed for a successful career in law enforcement.
Top 30 General Knowledge MCQs For Odisha Police Junior Clerk
Q1 – What is the difference (in hours) between Indian Standard Time and Greenwich Mean Time?
(a) +4½ hours
(b) +5 hours
(c) +5½ hours
(d) +6 hours
Ans: (c) +5½ hours
Explanation: Indian Standard Time (IST) is 5 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).
Q2 – In which state is ‘Baba Budan Hills’ located and which mineral is extracted from here?
(a) Tamil Nadu – Gold
(b) Karnataka – Iron ore
(c) Maharashtra – Copper
(d) Odisha – Bauxite
Ans: (b) Karnataka – Iron ore
Explanation: Baba Budan Hills in Karnataka is known for the extraction of iron ore.
Q3 – What is a volcano that erupts after remaining calm for a long time called?
(a) Active volcano
(b) Dormant volcano
(c) Extinct volcano
(d) Shield volcano
Ans: (b) Dormant volcano
Explanation: A dormant volcano is one that has not erupted for a long time but may erupt again.
Q4 – Grand Bank and Donner Bank of the Atlantic region are related to what?
(a) Oil extraction
(b) Coral reefs
(c) Fisheries
(d) Shipwrecks
Ans: (c) Fisheries
Explanation: The Grand Banks and Dogger Bank are rich fishing grounds in the Atlantic Ocean.
Q5 – From where do the monsoon winds enter the South Indian part in May-June every year?
(a) From the North East
(b) From the South East
(c) From the South West
(d) From the North West
Ans: (c) From the South West
Explanation: The South West monsoon winds bring heavy rains to South India starting in May-June.
Q6 – The famous Hindu pilgrimage temple of Uttaranchal, Badrinath, is situated on the bank of which river?
(a) Ganga
(b) Yamuna
(c) Alaknanda
(d) Bhagirathi
Ans: (c) Alaknanda
Explanation: Badrinath is located on the banks of the Alaknanda River in Uttarakhand.
Q7 – Which ocean has the highest number of islands?
(a) Indian Ocean
(b) Atlantic Ocean
(c) Pacific Ocean
(d) Arctic Ocean
Ans: (c) Pacific Ocean
Explanation: The Pacific Ocean has the most islands, including thousands of small and large islands.
Q8 – Where is the famous important fishing area ‘Grand Bank’ located?
(a) South Pacific Ocean
(b) Indian Ocean
(c) North Atlantic Ocean
(d) Arctic Ocean
Ans: (c) North Atlantic Ocean
Explanation: The Grand Bank is a notable fishing area in the North Atlantic Ocean.
Q9 – In India, mineral oil reserves are mainly found in which type of rocks?
(a) Igneous rocks
(b) Metamorphic rocks
(c) Sedimentary rocks
(d) Volcanic rocks
Ans: (c) Sedimentary rocks
Explanation: Most of India’s oil reserves are found in sedimentary rock formations.
Q10 – Which mountain is known as the Continental Water Divider?
(a) Andes
(b) Rocky Mountains
(c) Himalayas
(d) Rakhij
Ans: (d) Rakhij
Explanation: The Rakhij mountain range acts as a continental divide, determining river flow directions.
Q11 – By what name is the Brahmaputra river known in Tibet?
(a) Indus
(b) Sutlej
(c) Tsangpo
(d) Yamuna
Ans: (c) Tsangpo
Explanation: In Tibet, the Brahmaputra is called the Tsangpo.
Q12 – What is the boundary line between North Korea and South Korea called?
(a) 17th parallel
(b) 24th parallel
(c) 38th parallel
(d) 45th parallel
Ans: (c) 38th parallel
Explanation: The 38th parallel marks the border between North and South Korea.
Q13 – What type of example is Kashmir’s Wular lake?
(a) Glacial lake
(b) Tectonic lake
(c) Volcanic lake
(d) Artificial lake
Ans: (b) Tectonic lake
Explanation: Wular Lake is a tectonic lake formed due to earth’s crust movements.
Q14 – Nights in deserts are colder than plains, because?
(a) The sky is clearer in deserts
(b) Less vegetation
(c) Sand radiates heat faster than the earth
(d) Strong winds
Ans: (c) Sand radiates heat faster than the earth.
Explanation: Sand cools down quickly after sunset, making desert nights colder.
Q15 – Water of an open reservoir remains cold in summers, because?
(a) Water heats up rapidly
(b) Water reflects sunlight
(c) Water absorbs heat at a slower rate than the atmosphere
(d) Strong winds keep it cool
Ans: (c) Water absorbs heat at a slower rate than the atmosphere
Explanation: Water has a high specific heat capacity, causing it to absorb heat slowly.
Q16 – Which is considered the most treacherous river in the world?
(a) Amazon
(b) Nile
(c) Huangho
(d) Mississippi
Ans: (c) Huangho
Explanation: The Huangho, or Yellow River, is known for its unpredictable floods.
Q17 – ‘Progressive Wave Theory’ is a theory of?
(a) Ocean currents
(b) Origin of tides
(c) Earthquake waves
(d) River formation
Ans: (b) Origin of tides
Explanation: The Progressive Wave Theory explains how tides are formed due to gravitational forces.
Q18 – Kashmir valley is located in?
(a) Between the Eastern Ghats and Western Ghats
(b) Between the Aravalli and Satpura ranges
(c) Between the Great Himalayas and the Pir Panjal range
(d) Between the Deccan Plateau and the Western Ghats
Ans: (c) Between the Great Himalayas and the Pir Panjal range
Explanation: The Kashmir valley is nestled between these two mountain ranges.
Q19 – Which are the two most literate states of India (2001)?
(a) Kerala, Tamil Nadu
(b) Maharashtra, Punjab
(c) Kerala, Mizoram
(d) Gujarat, Karnataka
Ans: (c) Kerala, Mizoram
Explanation: Kerala and Mizoram had the highest literacy rates according to the 2001 census.
Q20 – The instrument used to measure atmospheric humidity is called?
(a) Barometer
(b) Anemometer
(c) Hygrometer
(d) Thermometer
Ans: (c) Hygrometer
Explanation: A hygrometer is used to measure the moisture content or humidity in the air.
Q21. Identify the incorrect pair from the following options:
(a) Ellora Caves – Rastrakuta Rulers
(b) Mahabalipuram – Pallava Rulers
(c) Khajuraho – Chandellas
(d) Elephanta Caves – Mauyra Era
Ans: (d) Elephanta Caves – Mauyra Era
Q22. Which Sanskrit Kavya deals with court intrigues and the ascent to power of Chandragupta Maurya
(a) Mrichhakatika
(b) Ritusamhara
(c) Kumarasambhava
(d) Mudrarakshahsa
Ans: (d) Mudrarakshahsa
Q23. In the 9th century AD, Shankaracharya wrote a commentary on which system of Hindu Philosophy
(a) Sankhya
(b) Vaisheshika
(c) Yoga
(d) Uttarmimansa
Ans: (d) Uttarmimansa
Q24. The eighth-century tripartite power struggle involved which dynasties
(a) Cholas, Rastrakutas, and Yadavas
(b) Chalukyas, Pallavas, and Pandyas
(c) Cholas, Pandyas, and Chalukyas
(d) Chalukyas, Pallavas, and Yadavas
Ans: (b) Chalukyas, Pallavas, and Pandyas
Q25. Identify the incorrect statement:
(A.) The capital of Pandyas was Madurai
(b) The capital of Cheras was Vanchi
(c) Capital of the Videha Kingdom – Mithila
(d) Capital of Gahadwal Dynasty – Kannauj
Ans:(b) The capital of Cheras was Vanchi
Q26. What is the preamble of the Indian Constitution?
(a) Introduction to the Constitution
(b) Fundamental Rights
(c) Directive Principles of State Policy
(d) Citizenship
Answer: (a) Introduction to the Constitution
Q27. Who is known as the ‘Father of the Indian Constitution’?
(a) Mahatma Gandhi
(b) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
(c) Jawaharlal Nehru
(d) Sardar Patel
Answer: (b) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Q28. The Indian Constitution was adopted on:
(a) 26th January 1950
(b) 15th August 1947
(c) 26th November 1949
(d) 2nd October 1952
Answer: (c) 26th November 1949
Q29. Which part of the Constitution deals with Citizenship?
(a) Part I
(b) Part II
(c) Part III
(d) Part IV
Answer:( b) Part II
Q30. How many schedules does the Indian Constitution have?
(a) 20
(b) 12
(c) 25
(d) 30
Answer: (b) 12
