1. Which organization is known as the apex bank of India?
A) State Bank of India
B) Reserve Bank of India
C) NABARD
D) SIDBI
Answer: B
Explanation: The RBI, established in 1935, regulates monetary policy, issues currency, and controls credit in India.
2. The Election Commission of India (ECI) is a ______.
A) Statutory Body
B) Constitutional Body
C) Executive Body
D) Non-Governmental Body
Answer: B
Explanation: ECI is established under Article 324 of the Constitution to conduct free and fair elections.
3. ISRO stands for _________.
A) Indian Science Research Organization
B) Indian Space Research Organization
C) International Space Research Office
D) Indian Satellite Research Operation
Answer: B
Explanation: Founded in 1969 by Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, ISRO develops space technology for national development.
4. DRDO stands for ________.
A) Defence Research and Development Organisation
B) Department of Research and Defence Operations
C) Directorate of Research and Defence Organization
D) Defence and Research Development Office
Answer: A
Explanation: DRDO, formed in 1958, develops defence technologies for India’s armed forces.
5. NITI Aayog replaced which earlier institution?
A) Planning Commission
B) Finance Commission
C) Election Commission
D) UPSC
Answer: A
Explanation: NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India) replaced the Planning Commission in 2015 to promote cooperative federalism.
6. The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) is appointed by ______.
A) Prime Minister
B) President of India
C) Chief Justice of India
D) Parliament
Answer: B
Explanation: CAG audits all receipts and expenditures of the Government of India and State Governments.
7. The Finance Commission is constituted under which Article of the Constitution?
A) Article 280
B) Article 324
C) Article 148
D) Article 356
Answer: A
Explanation: The Finance Commission recommends the distribution of financial resources between the Centre and States.
8. SEBI is responsible for regulating _________.
A) Banking Sector
B) Insurance Sector
C) Stock Markets
D) Cooperative Sector
Answer: C
Explanation: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), formed in 1992, regulates the securities and capital markets.
9. NABARD was established to promote _________.
A) Urban Infrastructure
B) Industrial Finance
C) Rural and Agricultural Development
D) Foreign Trade
Answer: C
Explanation: NABARD (1982) provides refinancing and credit for rural infrastructure and agricultural development.
10. BHEL is a ________.
A) Private Company
B) PSU under Ministry of Power
C) PSU under Ministry of Heavy Industries
D) PSU under Ministry of Defence
Answer: C
Explanation: Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited manufactures heavy electrical equipment and power plant machinery.
11. NTPC is primarily engaged in ________.
A) Mining
B) Power Generation
C) Telecommunications
D) Oil Exploration
Answer: B
Explanation: National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) is India’s largest electricity producer.
12. ONGC stands for _______.
A) Oil and Natural Gas Commission
B) Oil and Natural Gas Corporation
C) Oil and National Gas Company
D) Oil National Gas Corporation
Answer: B
Explanation: ONGC, established in 1956, is India’s largest oil and gas exploration company.
13. The Indian Railways functions under which ministry?
A) Ministry of Road Transport
B) Ministry of Home Affairs
C) Ministry of Railways
D) Ministry of Heavy Industries
Answer: C
Explanation: The Indian Railways is owned and operated by the Government of India under this ministry.
14. LIC of India was established in _______.
A) 1949
B) 1956
C) 1969
D) 1975
Answer: B
Explanation: Life Insurance Corporation of India was formed by merging 245 private insurance companies.
15. ICAR deals with ________.
A) Medical Research
B) Agricultural Research
C) Atomic Energy
D) Engineering Studies
Answer: B
Explanation: Indian Council of Agricultural Research promotes agricultural education and innovation.
16. ICMR is related to _________.
A) Medical and Health Research
B) Mineral Studies
C) Space Research
D) Economic Planning
Answer: A
Explanation: Indian Council of Medical Research conducts biomedical research and public health studies.
17. The Atomic Energy Commission was established in _________.
A) 1948
B) 1950
C) 1954
D) 1962
Answer: A
Explanation: The commission was set up to develop atomic energy in India under Dr. Homi J. Bhabha.
18. CSIR stands for _______.
A) Council of Science and Industrial Research
B) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
C) Centre for Scientific Indian Research
D) Central Scientific Indian Research
Answer: B
Explanation: CSIR (1942) is India’s largest R&D organization, managing over 35 laboratories.
19. FICCI stands for _________.
A) Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry
B) Federal Indian Commerce and Corporate Industry
C) Foreign Indian Chamber of Commerce
D) Finance Institution of Corporate Industry
Answer: A
Explanation: Established in 1927, FICCI is India’s oldest and largest business organization.
20. ASSOCHAM stands for _________.
A) Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India
B) Association of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India
C) Association of Small Scale Chambers
D) Association of Commercial Industries
Answer: A
Explanation: ASSOCHAM is a leading trade body representing Indian business interests since 1920.
21. The UIDAI issues _________.
A) Driving Licenses
B) Aadhar Cards
C) PAN Cards
D) Ration Cards
Answer: B
Explanation: Unique Identification Authority of India issues Aadhar, a 12-digit unique ID for residents.
22. IRDAI regulates _________.
A) Stock Markets
B) Banks
C) Insurance Sector
D) Telecom Sector
Answer: C
Explanation: Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India regulates and promotes the insurance industry.
23. BIS stands for _________.
A) Bureau of Indian Standards
B) Board of Industrial Services
C) Bureau of Industry and Steel
D) Board for Indian Statistics
Answer: A
Explanation: BIS formulates and enforces quality standards for goods and services in India.
24. SIDBI primarily supports ________.
A) Agriculture
B) Medium and Large Industries
C) Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)
D) Public Sector Units
Answer: C
Explanation: Small Industries Development Bank of India provides finance and development support to MSMEs.
25. NHRC stands for _______.
A) National Human Rights Commission
B) National Health Research Council
C) National Housing Regulation Commission
D) National Heritage Review Council
Answer: A
Explanation: Established in 1993, NHRC protects and promotes human rights in India.
26. NASSCOM represents which sector in India?
A) Banking
B) Agriculture
C) IT and Software Services
D) Manufacturing
Answer: C
Explanation: The National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM) promotes India’s IT-BPM industry globally.
27. The Indian Red Cross Society was founded in _______.
A) 1918
B) 1920
C) 1932
D) 1947
Answer: B
Explanation: Founded under the Indian Red Cross Act, 1920, it provides humanitarian aid and medical services.
28. TRAI regulates _______.
A) Broadcasting and Telecom Sector
B) Insurance Sector
C) Banking Sector
D) Mining Industry
Answer: A
Explanation: Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (1997) oversees telecommunications and broadcasting services.
29. CAG of India reports are submitted to ________.
A) President of India
B) Prime Minister
C) Finance Minister
D) Parliament directly
Answer: A
Explanation: The Comptroller and Auditor General’s reports are submitted to the President, who lays them before Parliament.
30. RBI was nationalized in which year?
A) 1947
B) 1949
C) 1952
D) 1956
Answer: B
Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India was nationalized on 1st January 1949 after independence.
31. FSSAI ensures _______.
A) Banking Security
B) Food Safety and Standards
C) Labour Welfare
D) Consumer Credit
Answer: B
Explanation: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India regulates food quality and safety standards.
32. The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) was established in _______.
A) 1964
B) 1975
C) 1989
D) 1999
Answer: A
Explanation: CVC was formed to prevent corruption in government offices; now a statutory body since 2003.
33. CVC reports to which authority?
A) Prime Minister
B) President
C) Parliament
D) None directly (independent body)
Answer: D
Explanation: The CVC is an independent body that advises the Central Government on corruption cases.
34. UPSC conducts recruitment for _______.
A) State-level services
B) Central Government services
C) Both A and B
D) None of these
Answer: B
Explanation: Union Public Service Commission conducts exams like IAS, IPS, IFS, etc., for central posts.
35. SSC functions under which ministry?
A) Ministry of Home Affairs
B) Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions
C) Ministry of Education
D) Ministry of Labour
Answer: B
Explanation: The Staff Selection Commission recruits for subordinate services in Central Government.
36. ICAI stands for _________.
A) Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
B) Indian Council of Accounting Institute
C) International Chartered Account Institute
D) Indian Corporation of Accountancy and Investments
Answer: A
Explanation: ICAI regulates the accounting profession; established under the Chartered Accountants Act, 1949.
37. AICTE oversees __________.
A) School Education
B) Technical Education
C) Medical Education
D) Agricultural Education
Answer: B
Explanation: All India Council for Technical Education (1945) approves and regulates engineering and management colleges.
38. UGC stands for _________.
A) University Grants Commission
B) Union General Council
C) United Government Committee
D) Universal Grants Council
Answer: A
Explanation: UGC (1956) coordinates and maintains standards of higher education in India.
39. CBSE works under the control of _________.
A) Ministry of Education
B) Ministry of Labour
C) Ministry of Youth Affairs
D) Ministry of Home Affairs
Answer: A
Explanation: The Central Board of Secondary Education is under the Department of School Education & Literacy.
40. ICSSR promotes ________.
A) Social Science Research
B) Space Research
C) Chemical Studies
D) Engineering Innovation
Answer: A
Explanation: The Indian Council of Social Science Research funds research in sociology, economics, and political science.
41. NHAI is responsible for _________.
A) Building airports
B) Developing national highways
C) Managing railway networks
D) Managing ports
Answer: B
Explanation: The National Highways Authority of India (1995) manages construction and maintenance of highways.
42. NTRO works under which wing of government?
A) Ministry of Defence
B) Ministry of Home Affairs
C) Cabinet Secretariat
D) Prime Minister’s Office
Answer: C
Explanation: The National Technical Research Organisation is India’s technical intelligence agency.
43. CBI functions under the _________.
A) Ministry of Law
B) Ministry of Home Affairs
C) Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT)
D) Prime Minister’s Office
Answer: C
Explanation: The Central Bureau of Investigation operates under the DoPT, which is under the Ministry of Personnel.
44. NCRB collects and analyzes ________.
A) Economic data
B) Crime data
C) Population statistics
D) Industrial data
Answer: B
Explanation: The National Crime Records Bureau compiles and maintains crime statistics in India.
45. BCCI governs which sport in India?
A) Football
B) Cricket
C) Hockey
D) Athletics
Answer: B
Explanation: The Board of Control for Cricket in India manages cricket operations and teams at national and international levels.
46. NHAI functions under which ministry?
A) Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
B) Ministry of Urban Development
C) Ministry of Civil Aviation
D) Ministry of Shipping
Answer: A
Explanation: NHAI is responsible for developing and maintaining national highways.
47. BIS certification mark on goods indicates _________.
A) Product Price
B) Quality and Safety Standards
C) Tax Paid
D) Government Ownership
Answer: B
Explanation: BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) certifies products for quality and safety (ISI mark).
48. CSO (Central Statistics Office) is responsible for ________.
A) Crime Reports
B) National Income and GDP Data
C) Industrial Data Only
D) Education Reports
Answer: B
Explanation: CSO compiles national income, inflation, and other statistical data (now merged into NSO).
49. NSO stands for _________.
A) National Statistical Office
B) National Standards Organization
C) New Standards Office
D) National Strategy Office
Answer: A
Explanation: NSO, under the Ministry of Statistics, collects and compiles socioeconomic data.
50. Press Information Bureau (PIB) works under _________.
A) Ministry of Home Affairs
B) Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
C) Ministry of Education
D) Ministry of External Affairs
Answer: B
Explanation: PIB disseminates official government policies, news, and programs to media and public.
51. CISF stands for ______.
A) Central Industrial Security Force
B) Central Investigation Security Force
C) Civil Industrial Safety Force
D) Central Intelligence Security Force
Answer: A
Explanation: CISF provides security to industrial undertakings, airports, and critical infrastructure.
52. The BSF (Border Security Force) was established in _________.
A) 1949
B) 1955
C) 1965
D) 1971
Answer: C
Explanation: Formed after the Indo-Pak war, BSF guards India’s land borders and prevents trans-border crimes.
53. ISRO’s headquarters is located at _________.
A) Mumbai
B) New Delhi
C) Bengaluru
D) Hyderabad
Answer: C
Explanation: Indian Space Research Organisation’s HQ is in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
54. DRDO’s headquarters is located in ________.
A) Hyderabad
B) New Delhi
C) Pune
D) Bengaluru
Answer: B
Explanation: The Defence Research and Development Organisation HQ is in New Delhi.
55. Indian Army Training Command (ARTRAC) is located at ________.
A) Shimla
B) Pune
C) Dehradun
D) Lucknow
Answer: A
Explanation: ARTRAC (since 1991) is responsible for training policies and systems of the Indian Army.
56. National Commission for Women (NCW) was established in _________.
A) 1989
B) 1990
C) 1992
D) 1994
Answer: C
Explanation: Formed under the National Commission for Women Act, 1990, to protect women’s rights.
57. National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) was created by ________.
A) Article 330
B) Article 338
C) Article 340
D) Article 342
Answer: B
Explanation: The NCSC investigates and safeguards the rights of Scheduled Castes.
58. National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) was established in _______.
A) 1995
B) 2000
C) 2003
D) 2005
Answer: C
Explanation: NCST was separated from NCSC under the 89th Constitutional Amendment (2003).
59. Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) functions under _________.
A) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
B) Ministry of Agriculture
C) Ministry of Science & Technology
D) Ministry of Health
Answer: A
Explanation: CPCB monitors and controls air and water pollution in India.
60. National Green Tribunal (NGT) was established in __________.
A) 2008
B) 2010
C) 2012
D) 2014
Answer: B
Explanation: NGT was formed for effective disposal of environmental protection cases.
61. Central Water Commission (CWC) is an attached office under ________.
A) Ministry of Jal Shakti
B) Ministry of Power
C) Ministry of Environment
D) Ministry of Agriculture
Answer: A
Explanation: CWC deals with water resource development and flood control management.
62. NABARD was established on the recommendations of which committee?
A) Shivaraman Committee
B) Rangarajan Committee
C) Narasimham Committee
D) Kelkar Committee
Answer: A
Explanation: NABARD was set up in 1982 based on the recommendations of the Shivaraman Committee on rural credit.
63. ISRO’s commercial arm is known as ________.
A) Antrix Corporation
B) IN-SPACe
C) NSIL (New Space India Ltd)
D) Space India Pvt Ltd
Answer: A
Explanation: NSIL, a Government of India company, handles commercial satellite launches and space services.
64. Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) was established in ___________.
A) 2000
B) 2001
C) 2003
D) 2005
Answer: B
Explanation: Formed under the Energy Conservation Act, 2001 to promote energy efficiency in all sectors.
65. National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) is chaired by _______.
A) Prime Minister of India
B) Home Minister
C) Cabinet Secretary
D) Defence Minister
Answer: A
Explanation: NDMA is the apex body for disaster management in India, headed by the PM.
66. Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) functions under which ministry?
A) Ministry of Finance
B) Ministry of Commerce
C) Ministry of Corporate Affairs
D) Ministry of Law
Answer: A
Explanation: CBDT formulates policies for direct taxes and is part of the Department of Revenue.
67. Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) regulates ________.
A) GST, Customs & Excise
B) Income Tax
C) Property Tax
D) Wealth Tax
Answer: A
Explanation: CBIC deals with indirect taxation, customs duties, and GST collection.
68. National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) was founded in ________.
A) 2005
B) 2008
C) 2010
D) 2014
Answer: B
Explanation: NSDC is a public-private partnership to enhance skill development and employability in India.
69. National Investigation Agency (NIA) was established in ________.
A) 2008
B) 2010
C) 2012
D) 2014
Answer: A
Explanation: Formed after the 26/11 Mumbai attacks to investigate terror-related crimes.
70. Competition Commission of India (CCI) aims to ________.
A) Control prices
B) Promote fair competition and prevent monopolies
C) Regulate foreign trade
D) Manage banking operations
Answer: B
Explanation: CCI was established in 2003 to ensure a healthy and competitive business environment.
71. Central Zoo Authority of India is responsible for _______.
A) Industrial Development
B) Wildlife Conservation
C) Zoo Management and Animal Care
D) Agricultural Promotion
Answer: C
Explanation: Formed under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 to regulate zoo functioning.
72. National Commission for Minorities (NCM) was established in _________.
A) 1989
B) 1992
C) 1995
D) 1999
Answer: B
Explanation: NCM safeguards the rights and interests of religious minorities in India.
73. NITI Aayog was established in _________.
A) 2014
B) 2015
C) 2016
D) 2017
Answer: B
Explanation: Formed on 1st January 2015, NITI Aayog replaced the Planning Commission to promote cooperative federalism.
74. Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) ensures _________.
A) Energy Subsidy
B) Radiation Safety and Nuclear Regulation
C) Coal Mining Safety
D) Hydro Power Regulation
Answer: B
Explanation: AERB, set up in 1983, regulates nuclear and radiation safety in India.
75. National Housing Bank (NHB) was established in _________.
A) 1980
B) 1988
C) 1990
D) 1992
Answer: B
Explanation: NHB was set up under the RBI to promote housing finance institutions and housing sector growth.
76. Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) works under which ministry?
A) Ministry of Labour and Employment
B) Ministry of Finance
C) Ministry of Commerce
D) Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Answer: A
Explanation: EPFO manages provident fund, pension, and insurance schemes for organized sector employees.
77. Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) provides _________.
A) Health Insurance and Medical Benefits
B) Old Age Pension
C) Education Loans
D) Agricultural Subsidies
Answer: A
Explanation: ESIC provides medical care and cash benefits to insured workers and their families.
78. Prasar Bharati is India’s _________.
A) National News Agency
B) Public Broadcasting Corporation
C) Film Certification Board
D) Advertisement Board
Answer: B
Explanation: Prasar Bharati manages Doordarshan (TV) and All India Radio (AIR) since 1997.
79. Press Council of India (PCI) is responsible for _________.
A) Promoting film industry
B) Maintaining journalistic ethics and freedom of press
C) Broadcasting TV programs
D) Internet regulation
Answer: B
Explanation: PCI (est. 1966) acts as a watchdog for print media in India.
80. National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) was established in _________.
A) 1989
B) 1990
C) 1993
D) 1995
Answer: C
Explanation: NHRC was formed under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993, to safeguard human rights.
81. Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) was originally set up as ________.
A) Special Police Establishment
B) Central Intelligence Bureau
C) Federal Investigation Department
D) Anti-Corruption Agency
Answer: A
Explanation: The CBI originated from the Special Police Establishment (1941) to investigate corruption cases.
82. National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) was set up in ___________.
A) 2005
B) 2007
C) 2009
D) 2010
Answer: B
Explanation: Established under the Commission for Protection of Child Rights Act, 2005, to safeguard child rights.
83. National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) became a constitutional body in __________.
A) 2015
B) 2017
C) 2018
D) 2019
Answer: C
Explanation: The 102nd Constitutional Amendment (2018) gave constitutional status to NCBC under Article 338B.
84. National Commission for Women (NCW) functions under which ministry?
A) Ministry of Home Affairs
B) Ministry of Women and Child Development
C) Ministry of Law and Justice
D) Ministry of Social Justice
Answer: B
Explanation: NCW works for protection and promotion of women’s rights in India.
85. National Institute of Transforming India (NITI Aayog) replaced the Planning Commission in _________.
A) 2013
B) 2014
C) 2015
D) 2016
Answer: C
Explanation: Formed on 1 January 2015 to promote cooperative and competitive federalism.
86. Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC) deals with _________.
A) Energy Storage
B) Agricultural and Commodity Warehousing
C) Industrial Safety
D) Foreign Trade
Answer: B
Explanation: Established in 1957, CWC provides scientific storage and logistics support for food grains and commodities.
87. Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) promotes __________.
A) Heavy Industries
B) Rural and Cottage Industries
C) Export Industries
D) Private Corporations
Answer: B
Explanation: KVIC, formed in 1957, supports rural employment through khadi and village industries.
88. Indian Council of World Affairs (ICWA) is associated with _________.
A) Defence Research
B) International Relations and Diplomacy
C) Trade and Commerce
D) Education
Answer: B
Explanation: ICWA (1943) is a think tank on foreign policy, declared as an institution of national importance in 2001.
89. Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) was established in _________.
A) 1988
B) 1990
C) 1992
D) 1994
Answer: B
Explanation: SIDBI was set up to promote and finance Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
90. Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) works under _________.
A) Ministry of Water Resources / Jal Shakti
B) Ministry of Earth Sciences
C) Ministry of Agriculture
D) Ministry of Environment
Answer: A
Explanation: CGWB monitors and manages groundwater resources across India.
91. National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) was established in ________.
A) 1955
B) 1961
C) 1968
D) 1972
Answer: B
Explanation: NCERT develops school curricula, textbooks, and educational resources for India.
92. National Board of Accreditation (NBA) accredits ___________.
A) Engineering and Technical Institutions
B) Medical Colleges
C) Agricultural Universities
D) Schools
Answer: A
Explanation: NBA ensures quality assurance in technical and professional education.
93. Sports Authority of India (SAI) was founded in _________.
A) 1978
B) 1982
C) 1984
D) 1990
Answer: B
Explanation: SAI was set up after the 1982 Asian Games to promote and develop sports in India.
94. Central Silk Board promotes __________.
A) Cotton Production
B) Silk and Sericulture
C) Wool Exports
D) Handicraft Exports
Answer: B
Explanation: Established in 1948, it promotes silk industry growth and research in sericulture.
95. Tea Board of India is headquartered in ___________.
A) Guwahati
B) Kolkata
C) New Delhi
D) Chennai
Answer: B
Explanation: The Tea Board regulates tea production, marketing, and export from India.
96. Coffee Board of India is headquartered in _______.
A) Bengaluru
B) Coimbatore
C) Kochi
D) Hyderabad
Answer: A
Explanation: The Coffee Board promotes coffee cultivation, research, and export from India.
97. Central Electricity Authority (CEA) operates under ________.
A) Ministry of Power
B) Ministry of Petroleum
C) Ministry of Heavy Industries
D) Ministry of Finance
Answer: A
Explanation: CEA advises the government on electricity policy, planning, and safety standards.
98. Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) promotes _________.
A) Solar, Wind, and Renewable Energy Projects
B) Fossil Fuels
C) Thermal Power
D) Mining Operations
Answer: A
Explanation: IREDA finances and supports renewable energy projects across India.
99. National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) manages ________.
A) UPI, RuPay, and Digital Payment Systems
B) Agricultural Loans
C) Credit Rating Agencies
D) Postal Banking
Answer: A
Explanation: NPCI, founded in 2008, operates India’s retail payments infrastructure (UPI, IMPS, RuPay).
100. Make in India, an initiative to boost manufacturing, is implemented by _________.
A) Ministry of Commerce and Industry
B) Ministry of Finance
C) Ministry of Labour
D) NITI Aayog
Answer: A
Explanation: Launched in 2014 to promote India as a global manufacturing hub and attract FDI.