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CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test) Practice Test: Social Science


MCQ Practice Test & Solutions: CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 (30 Questions)

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  • - Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
  • - Duration: 30 minutes
  • - Number of Questions: 30

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CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 1
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Which one of the following statements regarding Ain-i-Akbari is untrue based on the passage?

Detailed Solution: Question 1

The passage explains that Ain-i-Akbari deals with administration, culture, geography, revenues, and statistical details. It does not mention details about flora and fauna, making this statement untrue.

CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 2
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Which of the following dynasties built Jagannath Temple at Puri?

Detailed Solution: Question 2

Jagannath Temple at Puri was built by the Ganga Dynasty, which patronised temple architecture in Odisha.

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CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 3
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Match the following:

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Prithviraj Chauhan-III belonged to Chahamanas
Mihir Bhoj to Gurjara-Pratihara
Bhoja to Parmar and Yashovarman to Chandella dynasty.

CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 4
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The head of Indian State is

Detailed Solution: Question 4

The President is the constitutional head of the Indian State.

CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 5
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Match the following:

    Detailed Solution: Question 5

    Stupa – Mound
    Mandapa – Hall
    Garbhagriha –Nucleus of the temple
    Pradakshina Path – Circumambulation

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 6
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    Which of the following test belongs to Buddhist provides list of sixteen Mahajanapadas?

    Detailed Solution: Question 6

    Bhagvati Sutra is a Jain text which provides a list of sixteen Mahajanapadas.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 7
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    Which of the following special provisions under the Constitution are incorporated for the weaker and vulnerable section of the society?

    Detailed Solution: Question 7

    Social justice provisions under the Constitution aim to protect weaker and vulnerable sections of society by ensuring equality, fairness, and opportunities.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 8
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    The dates before the birth of Christ are counted

    Detailed Solution: Question 8

    Dates before the birth of Christ are counted backwards from 1 BC, meaning earlier years have larger numerical values. Hence, they are counted in descending order.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 9
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    Which of the following Viceroy divided Bengal?

    Detailed Solution: Question 9

    Bengal was partitioned in 1905 by Lord Curzon for administrative reasons, which later became a major political issue.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 10
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    Who laid the foundation Qutub Minar?

    Detailed Solution: Question 10

    Qutub-ud-din Aibak laid the foundation of the Qutub Minar.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 11
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    What is the name given, which are spherical representation of the celestrial sphere?

    Detailed Solution: Question 11

    There are also globes, called celestial globe or astronomical globe, which are spherical representation of the celestial sphere.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 12
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    Which geographer defined geography on the basis of regional differences in human habitation?

    Detailed Solution: Question 12

    Monkhouse defined geography on the basis of regional differences in human habitation.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 13
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    Tuzuk-i-Baburi was written by Babur in which language?

    Detailed Solution: Question 13

    Tuzuk-i-Baburi (also known as Baburnama) was originally written by Babur in the Turkish (Chagatai Turkish) language, which was his mother tongue.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 14
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    Indian National Anthem composed by Rabindranath Tagore, was sung first time a Calcutta Session of INC on

    Detailed Solution: Question 14

    The Indian National Anthem was first sung on 27th December, 1911 at the Calcutta Session of the Indian National Congress.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 15
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    Which of the following commodities was in great demand in Roman Empire?

    Detailed Solution: Question 15

    Black pepper was one of the most demanded commodities in the Roman Empire. It was extensively imported from India and was so valuable that it was sometimes referred to as “black gold” due to its high economic and trade value.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 16
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    Broadcasting medium to provide information includes

    Detailed Solution: Question 16

    Broadcasting media include television, telephone and radio, all of which are used to provide information.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 17
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    Who was the founder of Gurjara-Pratihara?

    Detailed Solution: Question 17

    Option A is correct.

    Nagabhata I (written in the option as Nagabhatta) is regarded by historians as the founder of the Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty.

    He established the early power of the dynasty in central India during the 8th century and laid the foundation for its later expansion under his successors.

    Later rulers such as Mihir Bhoja became more prominent, but the initial consolidation and rise of the dynasty is credited to Nagabhata I.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 18
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    According to the Constitution, how many organs of the state are there?

    Detailed Solution: Question 18

    According to the Indian Constitution, there are three organs of the state: Legislature, Executive and Judiciary.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 19
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    Which of the following was not emphasised in social study?

    Detailed Solution: Question 19

    Social study emphasises economics, logical details and social aspects, but not religions as a separate focus.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 20
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    Who among the following is known as the father of ‘Indian Renaissance’?

    Detailed Solution: Question 20

    Raja Ram Mohan Roy is regarded as the father of Indian Renaissance due to his role in social and religious reforms and introduction of modern ideas.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 21
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    In which of the following term the objective of social science must be defined?

    Detailed Solution: Question 21

    Objectives in social science are framed in behavioural terms so that learning outcomes can be observed and evaluated.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 22
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    In this system of government a king or queen rules the country for as long as they alive.
    This type of government refers to

    Detailed Solution: Question 22

    In a monarchy, a king or queen rules the country, usually for life or until abdication.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 23
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    Which one of the following regions has internal drainage?

    Detailed Solution: Question 23

    Rajasthan has internal drainage where rivers do not reach the sea and get lost in desert regions.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 24
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    Which British commander was defeated by the Santhals in 1855?

    Detailed Solution: Question 24

    Major Burrough was defeated by the Santhals during the Santhal rebellion of 1855.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 25
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    Which of the following is a space where learning takes place uninterrupted by outside distraction?

    Detailed Solution: Question 25

    Classroom is a structured learning environment where learning takes place uninterrupted by outside distractions.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 26
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    The dispersed settlements are not found in the

    Detailed Solution: Question 26

    Dispersed settlements usually occur in difficult terrains and climatic regions. Productive agricultural regions encourage compact settlements due to intensive farming.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 27
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    Which of the following is a tool in education to engage an individual or group of learners in a planned task?

    Detailed Solution: Question 27

    Project work is a planned task designed to actively engage learners individually or in groups.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 28
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    Who was the founder of autonomous state of Hyderabad?

    Detailed Solution: Question 28

    Asaf Jah founded the autonomous state of Hyderabad after weakening Mughal control.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 29
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    Which of the following source provides ‘Second hand’ information that has been digested, analysed, rewarded or interpreted?

    Detailed Solution: Question 29

    Secondary sources provide information that has already been analysed, interpreted, or summarized from primary sources.

    CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - Question 30
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    Which of the following activities and resources allows people making a living to live?

    Detailed Solution: Question 30

    Livelihood refers to the activities and resources that allow people to earn and sustain their living.

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