GPSC Class 1-2 2025 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

GPSC Class 1-2 2025 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 110 PYQ-pattern questions in this set — freshly worded in that year's pattern, not the original questions. Answers and solutions open under each question.

1. Q1 · Medieval India

   The Iqta system introduced by Iltutmish in the Delhi Sultanate was primarily a system of:

   • A. Revenue collection assigned to military commanders in lieu of salary
   • B. Granting permanent land ownership to nobles
   • C. Distributing royal treasure among court officials
   • D. Establishing hereditary provincial governorships
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   The Iqta system assigned revenue collection rights from specific territories to military commanders (Muqtis) as compensation for their services, rather than direct salary payments. It was not hereditary or permanent.

2. Q2 · Somnath temple and Mahmud of Ghazni

   Mahmud of Ghazni's famous raid on the Somnath temple took place in which year?

   • A. 998 CE
   • B. 1008 CE
   • C. 1026 CE
   • D. 1192 CE
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Mahmud of Ghazni raided the Somnath temple in 1026 CE. This was his most famous raid among the seventeen invasions he conducted into the Indian subcontinent, primarily for its immense wealth.

3. Q3 · Mahatma Gandhi and Gujarat

   In which year did Mahatma Gandhi establish the Sabarmati Ashram near Ahmedabad, which became a center for his non-violent resistance movement?

   • A. 1910
   • B. 1915
   • C. 1920
   • D. 1925
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Mahatma Gandhi established the Sabarmati Ashram in 1915 after returning from South Africa, making it the epicenter of India's freedom struggle.

4. Q4 · Location and physiography of Gujarat

   Which physiographic region of Gujarat consists of flat plains formed by alluvial deposits brought by rivers like Sabarmati and Mahi?

   • A. Kathiawar Peninsula
   • B. Rann of Kachchh
   • C. Gujarat Plains
   • D. Dangs region
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   The Gujarat Plains are characterized by fertile alluvial deposits from rivers, making them agriculturally productive and densely populated regions of the state.

5. Q5 · Rann of Kachchh

   Which of the following statements about the Rann of Kachchh is/are correct? 1. It is divided into the Great Rann and the Little Rann. 2. During monsoon season, the area transforms into a shallow lake. 3. The region is characterized by a thick layer of salt crust left after water recedes. Select the correct answer:

   • A. 1 and 2 only
   • B. 2 and 3 only
   • C. 1 and 3 only
   • D. 1, 2 and 3
   Answer and solution

   Answer: D

   All three statements are correct. The Rann is divided into Great Rann and Little Rann, experiences monsoon flooding creating temporary shallow lakes, and then displays distinctive white salt crusts when dry.

6. Q6 · Rivers of Gujarat

   Consider the following rivers of Gujarat: 1. Narmada 2. Tapi 3. Sabarmati 4. Mahi Which of the above are perennial rivers having continuous flow throughout the year?

   • A. 1 and 2 only
   • B. 1, 2 and 4 only
   • C. 1, 2 and 3 only
   • D. All of the above
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Only Narmada and Tapi (along with Purna) are perennial rivers in Gujarat with continuous flow throughout the year. Sabarmati and Mahi are monsoon-dominated seasonal rivers.

7. Q7 · Environment and ecology

   Which of the following National Parks is located in the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot and is known for its population of Lion-tailed Macaque? 1. Silent Valley National Park 2. Bandipur National Park 3. Kanha National Park 4. Ranthambore National Park

   • A. 1 only
   • B. 1 and 2 only
   • C. 2 and 3 only
   • D. All of the above
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Silent Valley National Park in Kerala is located in the Western Ghats and is famous for its Lion-tailed Macaque population. Bandipur is in Western Ghats but not specifically noted for this species; Kanha and Ranthambore are not in Western Ghats.

8. Q8 · Constitutional and statutory bodies

   Which of the following constitutional bodies is responsible for conducting elections to the offices of President and Vice-President of India? 1. Election Commission of India 2. Union Public Service Commission 3. Supreme Court of India

   • A. 1 only
   • B. 2 only
   • C. 1 and 3 only
   • D. All of the above
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   The Election Commission of India, under Article 324, is responsible for the superintendence, direction, and control of elections to the offices of President and Vice-President, as well as Parliament and State Legislatures.

9. Q9 · Indian economy basics

   Which of the following committees is associated with the formulation of economic planning in India during the post-independence period?

   • A. Balwantrai Mehta Committee
   • B. National Planning Committee
   • C. Ashok Mehta Committee
   • D. L. M. Singhvi Committee
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The National Planning Committee was established in 1938 under the chairmanship of Jawaharlal Nehru and played a key role in shaping India's economic planning vision after independence.

10. Q10 · GIFT City and IFSC

    Consider the following statements regarding GIFT City (Gujarat International Finance Tec-City): 1. It is India's first International Financial Services Centre (IFSC). 2. GIFT City operates under a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) framework. 3. The IFSCA (International Financial Services Centres Authority) regulates entities operating in GIFT IFSC. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

    • A. 1 and 2 only
    • B. 2 and 3 only
    • C. 1 and 3 only
    • D. 1, 2 and 3
    Answer and solution

    Answer: D

    All three statements are correct. GIFT City is India's first IFSC, operates under SEZ regulations, and is regulated by the IFSCA established in 2020 to oversee financial entities in the IFSC.