General knowledge plays an essential role in shaping an informed, aware, and responsible individual. Whether you’re preparing for competitive exams, school quizzes, or watching iconic game shows like Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC), staying updated with GK is always an advantage.
Here’s a collection of 15 handpicked general knowledge questions, inspired by KBC Season 17, Episode 1 — featuring a range of topics like history, geography, science, literature, and global affairs.
Let’s test your knowledge!
Geography & India
Which of the following rivers flows through the city of Delhi?
A) Yamuna
B) Ganges
C) Narmada
D) Godavari
Answer: A) Yamuna
The Yamuna River flows through Delhi and is a major tributary of the Ganges.
The ‘Taj Mahal’ is located in which Indian city?
A) Jaipur
B) Agra
C) Delhi
D) Lucknow
Answer: B) Agra
The Taj Mahal, a world-famous monument built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, is located in Agra.
Indian History & National Identity
Who was the first Prime Minister of independent India?
A) Mahatma Gandhi
B) Jawaharlal Nehru
C) Sardar Patel
D) Lal Bahadur Shastri
Answer: B) Jawaharlal Nehru
Nehru became India’s first Prime Minister on 15th August 1947.
In which year did India gain independence?
A) 1947
B) 1950
C) 1935
D) 1919
Answer: A) 1947
India became independent from British rule on 15th August 1947.
Who is known as the “Father of the Indian Constitution”?
A) Mahatma Gandhi
B) Jawaharlal Nehru
C) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
D) Sardar Patel
Answer: C) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
He was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution.
Science & Space
Which element has the chemical symbol ‘O’?
A) Oxygen
B) Gold
C) Silver
D) Iron
Answer: A) Oxygen
Oxygen is a vital element for life and is represented by the symbol ‘O’.
Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
A) Venus
B) Mars
C) Jupiter
D) Saturn
Answer: B) Mars
Mars is called the Red Planet because of its reddish appearance due to iron oxide.
World Knowledge
The Great Wall of China is located in which country?
A) India
B) China
C) Japan
D) Korea
Answer: B) China
One of the world’s most iconic structures, the Great Wall is located in China.
What is the currency of Japan?
A) Yen
B) Dollar
C) Euro
D) Peso
Answer: A) Yen
The Japanese Yen (¥) is Japan’s official currency.
Modern India & Technology
Which city is known as the “Silicon Valley of India”?
A) Hyderabad
B) Bengaluru
C) Mumbai
D) Pune
Answer: B) Bengaluru
Bengaluru is India’s tech hub, home to thousands of startups and IT companies.
Literature & Culture
Who wrote the Indian national anthem?
A) Rabindranath Tagore
B) Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
C) Sarojini Naidu
D) Mahadevi Verma
Answer: A) Rabindranath Tagore
“Jana Gana Mana” was written by Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore.
Which famous book was written by Rabindranath Tagore?
A) Gitanjali
B) Ramayana
C) Mahabharata
D) Panchatantra
Answer: A) Gitanjali
“Gitanjali” is a collection of Tagore’s poems and earned him the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913.
Which Indian festival is known as the festival of lights?
A) Holi
B) Diwali
C) Eid
D) Christmas
Answer: B) Diwali
Diwali is celebrated with lights, sweets, and fireworks, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness.
Global Cultural Connections
Rabindranath Tagore dedicated his poetry collection Purabi to which South American writer?
A) Pablo Neruda
B) Gabriel Garcia Marquez
C) Victoria Ocampo
D) Isabel Allende
Answer: C) Victoria Ocampo
Tagore met Argentine writer Victoria Ocampo during his visit to South America, and they developed a deep intellectual bond.
Empire & Historical Figures
Who was the founder of the Mughal Empire in India?
A) Akbar
B) Babur
C) Shah Jahan
D) Aurangzeb
Answer: B) Babur
Babur, a descendant of Timur and Genghis Khan, founded the Mughal Empire in 1526 after the Battle of Panipat.
Conclusion
These 15 questions, inspired by Kaun Banega Crorepati, offer a comprehensive glimpse into the world of general knowledge — touching upon Indian heritage, science, global facts, literature, and more. Whether you’re preparing for a quiz or just love learning, such questions sharpen your mind and broaden your perspective.
“The more you learn, the more you grow — and the more confident you become.”
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