Candidates preparing for the exam should go through the topic-wise analysis of previous years’ question papers, especially for the General Awareness section. This will help them understand which topics are asked more often and where to focus their preparation. In this blog, we have provided some of the previous years’ History questions along with answers to help you practice better.
Download SSC CGL Previous Years’ History Questions
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Practice Previous Years’ History Questions Live
Attempt some of the history questions from previous year exam of SSC CGL.
1. After the death of Shri Guru Gobind Singh, the Sikhs revolted against the ______ under the leadership of Banda Bahadur.
2. With reference to the administration of Delhi Sultanate, which of the following was the department of State Correspondence?
3. Which of the following revolutionaries was arrested by the British as an accused in the Alipore Bomb Conspiracy Case?
4. Which of the following was a fishing colony that was used as a port for trading with the Romans and the Greco-Romans in ancient India?
5. Yashovigraha, Mahichandra and Chandradeva were the first three rulers of the _____ dynasty.
6. One of the major events of Ashoka’s reign was the convening of the ______ Buddhist Sangha in 250 BCE in the capital Pataliputra.
7. Padavali Kirtan refers to songs composed in the medieval period of West Bengal in praise of __________.
8. Who among the following leaders was instrumental in convincing Mahatma Gandhi of the need to launch an allied movement in support of a Khilafat?
9. According to the Puranas, Lord Vishnu took the shape of _____ to rescue the earth.
10. Which of the following statements about Swami Dayanand Saraswati is incorrect?
11. To which political party did EMS Namboodiripad belong at the time of becoming Chief Minister of Kerala?
12. Who was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom at the time of India’s independence?
13. The Ryotwari System covered about ______ percent of the area under British rule.
14. During the Revolt of 1857, real control at Delhi was exercised by:
15. ‘A Voice of Freedom’ is the major work of:
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Practice SSC CGL History Questions (Set 2)
Below are some more SSC CGL History Questions for practice:
1. Who wrote ‘Taj-ul-Masir’?
2. Which artist accompanied Captain Cook and painted Indian villages?
3. Which Nikaya comprises minor collections of Buddha’s sermons?
4. Which of the following is not a part of Vinaya Pitaka?
5. Which statement about the Palaeolithic age is incorrect?
6. In Chola administration, officers were known as:
7. Kailashnath Temple at Kanchipuram belongs to which group?
8. Who wrote ‘Ravanavadha’?
9. Nishkaam Karma Math was founded by:
10. Who was not associated with the Justice Party?
11. Against whom was the trial for attempting to murder the Muzaffarpur judge executed?
12. Sanauli archaeological site is located in which state?
13. In which year did the British gain control of Delhi?
14. Pandharpur was a centre for worship of:
15. Koldihwa prehistoric site is located in:
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What is SSC CGL History Syllabus?
The SSC CGL History Syllabus includes Ancient, Medieval, and Modern Indian History topics that test candidates’ knowledge of India’s past, important dynasties, cultural developments, and the freedom struggle.
| Section | Topics | Key Subtopics |
| Ancient History | Indus Valley Civilization | Town planning, drainage system, trade, important sites |
| Vedic Civilization | Early Vedic & Later Vedic period, society, economy | |
| Religious Movements | Jainism, Buddhism, teachings of Mahavira & Gautama Buddha | |
| Mauryan Empire | Administration, Ashoka’s policies, expansion | |
| Gupta Empire | Golden Age, achievements in art, science & literature | |
| Ancient Culture | Literature, art, architecture, education | |
| Medieval History | Delhi Sultanate | Slave, Khilji, Tughlaq dynasties, administration |
| Mughal Empire | Babur, Akbar, Jahangir, Shah Jahan, Aurangzeb | |
| Administration | Land revenue systems, military organization | |
| Bhakti Movement | Kabir, Guru Nanak, Mirabai, teachings | |
| Sufi Movement | Sufism spread, saints & philosophy | |
| Modern History | Advent of Europeans | Portuguese, Dutch, French, British arrival |
| British Expansion | Battle of Plassey, Buxar, policies | |
| Revolt of 1857 | Causes, leaders, consequences | |
| Social Reform Movements | Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Arya Samaj, Brahmo Samaj | |
| Indian National Movement | INC formation, Non-Cooperation, Civil Disobedience, Quit India | |
| Independence of India | Events leading to independence & partition |
What is the topic-wise weightage of History in SSC CGL?
Based on analysis of previous years of the SSC CGL Exam, most questions are asked from Modern History, followed by Ancient and Medieval history.
| History Section | Approx. Questions | Remarks |
| Ancient History | 1-2 Questions | Focus on religion and empires |
| Medieval History | 1 Question | Mostly from Mughal period |
| Modern History | 2-3 Questions | Highest weightage |
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Ans. 2-5 marks are asked from History in SSC CGL Tier – 1
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Ans. Practicing previous year questions helps you understand the exam pattern, the level of difficulty, and the types of History questions frequently asked by SSC. It also helps in identifying important topics and improving speed and accuracy.
Ans. Yes, History is a part of the General Awareness section in SSC CGL Tier 1. Every year, 3–5 questions from Indian History are typically asked.
Ans. The major topics include Ancient Indian History (e.g., Vedic Period, Mauryan Empire), Medieval Indian History (e.g., Delhi Sultanate, Mughals), and Modern Indian History (e.g., Indian National Movement, British Reforms).
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