MPPSC SSE 2025 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

MPPSC SSE 2025 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 109 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 · General Science & Environment

   Which among the following is NOT a greenhouse gas?

   • A. Carbon dioxide
   • B. Methane
   • C. Oxygen
   • D. Nitrous oxide
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Oxygen is not a greenhouse gas. Greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to global warming.

2. Q2 · Geography of India

   The Western Ghats run parallel to which coast of India?

   • A. Eastern coast
   • B. Western coast
   • C. Northern coast
   • D. None of the above
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The Western Ghats, also known as Sahyadri, run parallel to the western coast of India from Gujarat to Kerala, forming a crucial biodiversity hotspot.

3. Q3 · Medieval & Maratha-era MP

   Which Maratha ruler established his dominance over the Malwa region by defeating the Mughal forces at the Battle of Bhopal in 1738?

   • A. Shivaji Maharaj
   • B. Baji Rao I
   • C. Balaji Baji Rao
   • D. Madhav Rao I
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Baji Rao I, the Peshwa under the Chhatrapati, led several campaigns in Madhya Pradesh and consolidated Maratha power in Malwa by defeating Mughal forces at Bhopal in 1738, marking Maratha ascendancy in central India.

4. Q4 · Dialects of MP

   The Gondi dialect, spoken by members of the Gond tribe in Madhya Pradesh, is derived from which language family?

   • A. Indo-Aryan
   • B. Sino-Tibetan
   • C. Dravidian
   • D. Austroasiatic
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Gondi is a Dravidian language spoken by the Gond tribal community. The term 'Gond' itself is derived from the Dravidian word 'Kond,' meaning mountain or hill.

5. Q5 · Rivers of MP

   Which among the following rivers of Madhya Pradesh originates from the Amarkantak plateau and flows westward to finally merge into the Arabian Sea?

   • A. Chambal
   • B. Betwa
   • C. Narmada
   • D. Son
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Narmada is the longest river in Madhya Pradesh, originating from Amarkantak and flowing westward through a rift valley before draining into the Arabian Sea, making it one of only two major west-flowing rivers in peninsular India.

6. Q6 · MP Agriculture & Animal Husbandry

   Which district of Madhya Pradesh is recognized as the largest producer of bananas in the state?

   • A. Jabalpur
   • B. Burhanpur
   • C. Indore
   • D. Chhindwara
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Burhanpur district, located on the banks of the Tapti River, is the largest producer of bananas in Madhya Pradesh and also has significant textile and agricultural processing industries.

7. Q7 · MP Tourism & Heritage Sites

   Which of the following is NOT a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Madhya Pradesh?

   • A. Khajuraho Group of Monuments
   • B. Sanchi Stupa
   • C. Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka
   • D. Konark Sun Temple
   Answer and solution

   Answer: D

   Konark Sun Temple is located in Odisha, not Madhya Pradesh. The three UNESCO World Heritage Sites in MP are Khajuraho, Sanchi, and Bhimbetka Caves.

8. Q8 · Decision Making & Problem Solving

   A district magistrate receives a complaint that a newly constructed government school building has structural defects and may be unsafe for students. The contractor insists the building meets all specifications. However, parents are refusing to send their children. The inauguration is scheduled in three days. What should be the MOST appropriate course of action?

   • A. Postpone the inauguration and order an independent structural audit by a certified agency
   • B. Proceed with the inauguration to avoid embarrassment and quietly arrange repairs later
   • C. Ask the contractor to provide a written guarantee and proceed with opening the school
   • D. Transfer responsibility to the education department and avoid personal involvement
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Student safety is paramount. Postponing the inauguration and ordering an independent audit addresses both safety concerns and public trust, even if it causes administrative delay.

9. Q9 · Hindi Language Comprehension (Class X level)

   निम्नलिखित वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द का विलोम चुनिए: "सरकारी योजनाओं का **विस्तार** ग्रामीण क्षेत्रों में हो रहा है।"

   • A. संकुचन
   • B. प्रसार
   • C. वृद्धि
   • D. उन्नति
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   विस्तार (expansion) का विलोम संकुचन (contraction) है। अन्य विकल्प समानार्थी या सकारात्मक अर्थ वाले हैं।

10. Q10 · Polity of India

    Which among the following Constitutional amendments introduced the term 'Socialist' and 'Secular' in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution?

    • A. 44th Amendment Act, 1978
    • B. 42nd Amendment Act, 1976
    • C. 52nd Amendment Act, 1985
    • D. 86th Amendment Act, 2002
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    The 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act (1976) inserted the words 'Socialist' and 'Secular' in the Preamble, reflecting India's commitment to social and economic equality and freedom of religion.