ADRE Higher Secondary (HSSLC) Level Paper III 2024 Complete Question Paper Solution with Explanations

ADRE Higher Secondary (HSSLC) Level Paper III 2024 Complete Solved Paper with Detailed Explanations

Preparing from previous year question papers is one of the most effective ways to succeed in the Assam Direct Recruitment Examination (ADRE). In this article, you will find the complete solution to the ADRE Higher Secondary (HSSLC) Level Paper III 2024. Each answer includes a clear explanation to help candidates understand the concept rather than simply memorising the correct option.

Social Studies & General Knowledge Section

Total Questions : 60

Total Marks : 60

Negative Marking : 0.25%

Q1. What was the last capital of Ahom Kingdom?

• A. Charaideo
• B. Jorhat
• C. Rangpur
• D. Garhgaon

Correct Answer: B. Jorhat

Explanation:

• Jorhat became the last capital of the Ahom Kingdom after the Burmese invasions forced the Ahom rulers to shift their administrative centre from Rangpur. It remained the final capital before the British annexed Assam in 1826.

Q2. What was the name of Srimanta Sankardeva's grandmother?

• A. Aidew Aita
• B. Jakoimoti
• C. Kherxuti
• D. Soirindhri

Correct Answer: C. Kherxuti

Explanation:

• Kherxuti was the grandmother of Srimanta Sankardeva. After the death of his parents, she played an important role in his upbringing and early education.

Q3. Who was known as the "Lion of Mysore"?

• A. Adil Shah
• B. Hyder Ali
• C. Krishnaraja Wodeyar
• D. Tipu Sultan

Correct Answer: D. Tipu Sultan

Explanation

• Tipu Sultan earned the title "Lion of Mysore" because of his courage, military leadership, and strong resistance against the British East India Company during the Anglo-Mysore Wars.

Q4. Which State of India has Jallianwala Bagh?

• A. Punjab
• B. Haryana
• C. Rajasthan
• D. Uttar Pradesh

Correct Answer: A. Punjab

Explanation:

• Jallianwala Bagh is located in Amritsar, Punjab. It is remembered as the site of the tragic massacre on 13 April 1919 during British rule.

Q5. Which of the following countries was a part of the Axis Group during World War II?

• A. England
• B. Japan
• C. France
• D. Soviet Union

 Correct Answer: B. Japan

Explanation

• The principal Axis Powers during World War II were Germany, Italy, and Japan. On the Other hand England, France, and the Soviet Union fought on the Allied side.

Q6. The ruins of Angkor Wat are in which country?

• A. New Zealand
• B. Indonesia
• C. Vietnam
• D. Cambodia

Correct Answer: D. Cambodia

Explanation

• Angkor Wat is a world-famous Hindu-Buddhist temple complex located in Siem Reap, Cambodia. It is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Q7. Which of the following countries does Assam share international borders with?

• A. Bhutan and China
• B. China and Bangladesh
• C. Bangladesh and Bhutan
• D. Myanmar and Bangladesh

Correct Answer: C. Bangladesh and Bhutan

Explanation

• Assam shares international borders with Bhutan to the north and Bangladesh to the south-west. It does not share a direct international border with China or Myanmar.

Q8. If an airplane is flying directly from Chennai towards Guwahati, in which direction is it flying?

• A. From South to East
• B. From East to West
• C. From West to East
• D. From North to East

Correct Answer: A. From South to East

Explanation

• Chennai lies in southern India, while Guwahati is situated in the north-eastern part of the country. The overall direction of travel is towards the east from the south, making "From South to East" the correct option among the choices given.

Q9. What is the Westernmost State of India?

• A. Rajasthan
• B. Punjab
• C. Maharashtra
• D. Gujarat

Correct Answer: D. Gujarat

Explanation

• Gujarat forms the westernmost state of mainland India and has the country's westernmost coastline along the Arabian Sea.

Q10. Which of the following peaks does not belong to the Himalayas?

• A. Annapurna
• B. Kangto
• C. Anamudi
• D. Kamet

Correct Answer: C. Anamudi

Explanation

• Anamudi is located in the Western Ghats of Kerala and is the highest peak in South India. Annapurna, Kangto, and Kamet are all part of the Himalayan mountain system.

Q11. The Great Barrier Reef is located in the seas near which continent?

• A. North America
• B. Australia
• C. Africa
• D. Europe

Correct Answer: B. Australia

Explanation

• The Great Barrier Reef lies in the Coral Sea off the northeastern coast of Australia, mainly along Queensland. It is the world's largest coral reef system and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Q12. Which of the following is a mountain range of South America?

• A. Andes
• B. Karakoram
• C. Alps
• D. Caucasus

Correct Answer: A. Andes

Explanation

• The Andes Mountains stretch along the western coast of South America through countries such as Chile, Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, Argentina, and Venezuela. It is the longest continental mountain range in the world.

Q13. Which river is known as the "Sorrow of Bihar"?

• A. Kosi
• B. Gandak
• C. Son
• D. Mahanadi

Correct Answer: A. Kosi

Explanation

• The Kosi River is known as the "Sorrow of Bihar" because it frequently changes its course, causing devastating floods that affect agriculture, infrastructure, and human settlements in northern Bihar.

Q14. Which of the following statements is incorrect?

• A. Lakshadweep is a Union Territory of India.
• B. Maldives is a Union Territory of India.
• C. Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a Union Territory of India.
• D. Puducherry is a Union Territory of India.

Correct Answer: B. Maldives is a Union Territory of India.

Explanation

• Maldives is not a Union Territory of India. It is an independent sovereign island nation in the Indian Ocean.

Q15. Which of the following is generally salty in taste?

• A. Snowflake
• B. Rainwater
• C. Flowing river water
• D. Seawater

Correct Answer: D. Seawater

Explanation

• Seawater is generally salty because it contains large amounts of dissolved salts, mainly sodium chloride (common salt).

Q16. Which of the following mountain ranges is in North-East India?

• A. Barail Range
• B. Shivalik Range
• C. Satpura Range
• D. Aravalli Range

Correct Answer (Official): A. Barail Range

Explanation

• The Barail Range is a mountain range located in North-East India, extending through parts of Assam, Nagaland, and Manipur. It forms an important part of the hill system of the northeastern region.

Exam Tip

• Barail Range → Himalayas in North-East India.
• Shivalik → Outer Himalayas in northern India.
• Satpura → Central India.
• Aravalli → Western India.

Q17. Which is the highest civilian award in India?

• A. Bharat Ratna
• B. Padma Vibhushan
• C. Padma Bhushan
• D. Padma Shri

Correct Answer: A. Bharat Ratna

Explanation

• The Bharat Ratna is India's highest civilian award, conferred for exceptional service or performance of the highest order in any field of human endeavour.

Q18. Which country gifted the Statue of Liberty to the United States?

• A. Germany
• B. United Kingdom
• C. Italy
• D. France

Correct Answer: D. France

Explanation

• The Statue of Liberty was presented by France to the United States in 1886 as a symbol of friendship and freedom.

Q19. Which is the largest desert in the world?

• A. Sahara Desert
• B. Arabian Desert
• C. Antarctica
• D. Gobi Desert

Correct Answer: C. Antarctic

Explanation

• Antarctica is the world's largest desert because it receives very little precipitation, making it a cold desert despite being covered with ice.

Q20. Which is the largest delta in the world?

• A. Nile Delta
• B. Sundarbans (Ganga–Brahmaputra) Delta
• C. Mekong Delta
• D. Mississippi Delta

Correct Answer: B. Sundarbans (Ganga–Brahmaputra) Delta

Explanation

• The Sundarbans Delta, formed by the Ganga, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers, is the largest delta in the world. It extends across India and Bangladesh and is famous for its mangrove forests and the Royal Bengal Tiger.

Q21. The Numaligarh Refinery is in which district of Assam?

• A. Sivasagar
• B. Jorhat
• C. Golaghat
• D. Dibrugarh

Correct Answer: C. Golaghat

Explanation

• Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) is located at Numaligarh in Golaghat district, Assam. Established in 1999, it is one of India's major public sector oil refineries and plays an important role in the country's petroleum industry.

Q22. The international festival 'Kullu Dussehra' is celebrated in which State?

• A. Himachal Pradesh
• B. Uttarakhand
• C. Uttar Pradesh
• D. Haryana

Correct Answer: A. Himachal Pradesh

Explanation

• Kullu Dussehra is a world-famous festival celebrated every year in the Kullu Valley of Himachal Pradesh. Unlike most Dussehra celebrations, it begins on Vijayadashami and continues for about a week, attracting visitors from across the world.

Q23. The Bering Strait separates which two landmasses?

• A. Australia and New Zealand
• B. The USA and Russia
• C. South Africa and Madagascar
• D. Japan and China

Correct Answer: B. The USA and Russia

Explanation

• The Bering Strait separates Alaska (United States) from Siberia (Russia). It connects the Arctic Ocean with the Bering Sea and is the narrowest point between North America and Asia.

Q24. Who wrote the lyrics of 'Alakananda', sung by Shankuraj Konwar?

• A. Tonmoy Krypton
• B. Sannidhya Bhuyan
• C. Joi Barua
• D. Maitrayee Patar

Correct Answer: D. Maitrayee Patar

Explanation

• The lyrics of the Assamese song "Alakananda", sung by Shankuraj Konwar, were written by Maitrayee Patar, a noted Assamese poet and lyricist known for her contemporary literary works.

Q25. The real name of crime thriller writer Ranju Hazarika is

• A. Satyanath Bora
• B. Pabitra Kumar Deka
• C. Hiren Gohain
• D. Kumud Chandra Hazarika

Correct Answer: D. Kumud Chandra Hazarika

Explanation

• The popular Assamese crime thriller writer Ranju Hazarika wrote under a pen name. His real name was Kumud Chandra Hazarika, and he became widely known for detective and suspense novels in Assamese literature.

Q26. Who wrote the children's book Xanta-Xista Hrista-Pusta Mahadusto?

• A. Nabakanta Barua
• B. Hiren Bhattacharyya
• C. Bhabendra Nath Saikia
• D. Arup Kumar Dutta

Correct Answer: C. Bhabendra Nath Saikia

Explanation

• Bhabendra Nath Saikia, an eminent Assamese author, filmmaker, and Sahitya Akademi Award winner, wrote the children's book "Xanta-Xista Hrista-Pusta Mahadusto", which remains popular among young readers.

Q27. Kanchipuram Saree is produced in which State?

• A. Kerala
• B. Tamil Nadu
• C. Karnataka
• D. Telangana

Correct Answer: B. Tamil Nadu

 Correct Answer: B. Tamil Nadu

Explanation

• The famous Kanchipuram Silk Saree is woven in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu. It is renowned for its fine silk, rich colours, and intricate zari work, and has received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag.

Q28. Who among the following was a famous painter?

• A. Vincent van Gogh
• B. John Lennon
• C. Bob Marley
• D. Marlon Brando

Correct Answer: A. Vincent van Gogh

Explanation

• Vincent van Gogh was a Dutch Post-Impressionist painter whose masterpieces, including Starry Night and Sunflowers, are among the most celebrated works in the history of art.

Q29. In which sport do Tania Choudhury and Nayanmoni Saikia from Assam represent India?

• A. Lawn Bowls
• B. Badminton
• C. Carrom
• D. Judo

Correct Answer: A. Lawn Bowls

Explanation

• Tania Choudhury and Nayanmoni Saikia represented India in Lawn Bowls and gained national recognition after winning medals at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, helping popularise the sport in India.

Q30. Where is the National War Memorial located?

• A. Srinagar
• B. New Delhi
• C. Tawang
• D. Amritsar

Correct Answer: B. New Delhi

Explanation

• The National War Memorial is situated near India Gate in New Delhi. It was inaugurated in 2019 to honour Indian Armed Forces personnel who sacrificed their lives in the service of the nation.

Q31. Bhairabkunda is a trijunction of which of the following?

• A. Assam, Bhutan, China
• B. Assam, Bhutan, Arunachal Pradesh
• C. Assam, Bhutan, Sikkim
• D. Assam, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh

Correct Answer: B. Assam, Bhutan, Arunachal Pradesh

Explanation

• Bhairabkunda is located at the tri-junction of Assam, Bhutan, and Arunachal Pradesh. It lies in Udalguri district of Assam, near the foothills of Bhutan, where the Jampani River meets the Bhairabi River.
• China does not meet Assam directly.
• Sikkim is not connected to Assam at Bhairabkunda.

Q32. Which of the following is the Mission Basundhara of the Government of Assam related to?

• A. Fishery and livelihood
• B. Women empowerment
• C. Land records and land revenues
• D. Digital education

Correct Answer: C. Land records and land revenues

Explanation

• Mission Basundhara is an initiative of the Government of Assam aimed at simplifying and digitising land record services, including mutation, land revenue management, and other land-related public services.

Q33. Which of the following organizations is not in the business of commercial vehicles?

• A. Larsen & Toubro
• B. Mahindra & Mahindra
• C. Force Motors
• D. Tata Motors

 Correct Answer: A. Larsen & Toubro

Explanation

• Larsen & Toubro (L&T) is a multinational engineering and construction company. It is not a commercial vehicle manufacturer, whereas Mahindra & Mahindra, Force Motors, and Tata Motors all manufacture commercial vehicles.

Q34. If the pH of a liquid is 5.0, then the liquid is

• Alkaline in nature
• Neutral in nature
• C. Liquid metal
• D. Acidic in nature

Correct Answer: D. Acidic in nature

Explanation

• A solution with a pH below 7 is acidic. Since pH = 5.0, the liquid is acidic. Neutral solutions have a pH of 7, while alkaline solutions have a pH greater than 7.

Q35.Which of the following places was a part of the Indus Valley Civilization?

• A. Machilipatnam
• B. Babylon
• C. Mohenjo-daro
• D. Byzantine

Correct Answer: C. Mohenjo-daro

Explanation

• Mohenjo-daro was one of the largest and most important cities of the Indus Valley Civilization (Harappan Civilization). It is located in present-day Sindh, Pakistan, and is famous for its advanced urban planning, drainage system, and the Great Bath.

Q36.Which of the following is considered as the earliest compilation?

• A. Yajurveda
• B. Atharvaveda
• C. Rigveda
• D. Samaveda

Correct Answer: C. Rigveda

Explanation

• The Rigveda is the oldest of the four Vedas and is considered the earliest literary compilation in India. It consists of 1,028 hymns (suktas) dedicated to various Vedic deities and is the primary source for understanding early Vedic civilization.
• Earliest Veda: Rigveda
• Oldest literary work of India: Rigveda

Q37. Who among the following was involved in the Battle of Waterloo?

• A. Napoleon Bonaparte
• B. Czar Nicholas
• C. Adolf Hitler
• D. George Washington

Correct Answer: A. Napoleon Bonaparte

Explanation

• The Battle of Waterloo was fought on 18 June 1815 near Waterloo (present-day Belgium). It marked the final defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte, ending the Napoleonic Wars.

Q38. The giant waves caused by volcanic eruptions or earthquakes under the sea are known as

• A. Tsunami
• B. Cyclone
• C. Blizzard
• D. Landslide

Correct Answer: A. Tsunami

Explanation

• Tsunamis are giant ocean waves caused by the sudden displacement of seawater due to undersea earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, underwater landslides, or, in rare cases, meteorite impacts. These waves travel across the ocean at very high speeds and grow much taller as they reach shallow coastal areas, resulting in severe flooding and destruction.

Exam Tip

Remember the difference:

• Tsunami → Undersea earthquake or volcanic eruption. Tsunami → Undersea earthquake or volcanic eruption.
• Cyclone → Atmospheric storm over warm oceans.
• Tides → Caused by the gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun.
• Ocean Currents → Continuous movement of seawater driven by wind, temperature, salinity, and Earth's rotation.

Q39. Who is the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?

• A. The Prime Minister
• B. The Vice President
• C. The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
• D. The President

Correct Answer: B. The Vice President

Explanation

• The Vice President of India serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, the Upper House of Parliament, as provided under Article 64 of the Constitution of India. Unlike the Speaker of the Lok Sabha, the Vice President is not a member of the Rajya Sabha but becomes its Chairman by virtue of holding the office of Vice President.

Exam Tip

Remember these important constitutional positions:

• Rajya Sabha → Vice President of India (Chairman)
• Lok Sabha → Speaker of the Lok Sabha
• President of India → Constitutional Head of the Union
• Prime Minister → Head of the Council of Ministers

Q40. Who administers the Oath of Office to the President of India?

• A The Prime Minister
• B The Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court
• C The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
• D The Speaker of the Lok Sabha

Correct Answer: C. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

Explanation

• The President of India takes the Oath of Office before assuming office in accordance with Article 60 of the Constitution of India. The oath is administered by the Chief Justice of India (Chief Justice of the Supreme Court). If the Chief Justice of India is unavailable, the oath is administered by the senior-most Judge of the Supreme Court available.

Exam Tip

Remember these important oath-administering authorities:

• President of India → Chief Justice of India (CJI)
• Vice President of India → President of India
• Prime Minister & Union Ministers → President of India
• Governor of a State → Chief Justice of the High Court (or the senior-most Judge of the High Court)

Q41. Which of the following musical instruments of Assam is usually made of bamboo?

• A. Doba
• B. Mridanga
• C. Dotara
• D. Toka

Correct Answer: D. Toka

Explanation

• The Toka is a traditional folk musical instrument of Assam, commonly made from bamboo. Remember Gogona is also made of Bamboo.

Q42. Where is the Tocklai Tea Research Centre located?

• A. Jorhat
• B. Lakhimpur
• C. Tinsukia
• D. Dhemaji

Correct Answer: A. Jorhat

Explanation

• The Tocklai Tea Research Centre is located in Jorhat, Assam. Established in 1911 as the Tocklai Experimental Station, it is one of the oldest and largest tea research institutes in the world.

Exam Tip

Remember these important Assam institutions:

• Tocklai Tea Research Centre → Jorhat
• Assam Agricultural University → Jorhat
• Kaziranga National Park → Golaghat & Nagaon districts
• Numaligarh Refinery → Golaghat

Q43. The Gita Press, a unit of Govind Bhawan Karyalaya, is located in which State?

• A. Uttarakhand
• B. Himachal Pradesh
• C. Maharashtra
• D. Uttar Pradesh

Correct Answer: D. Uttar Pradesh

Explanation

• Gita Press is located in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in 1923 by Jaydayal Goyandka and Hanuman Prasad Poddar and functions under Govind Bhawan Karyalaya. It is one of the world's largest publishers of Hindu religious literature, printing affordable editions of the Bhagavad Gita, Ramayana, Puranas, Upanishads, and other spiritual books in multiple Indian languages.

In 2023, Gita Press was awarded the Gandhi Peace Prize for its century-long contribution to promoting Indian culture, literature, and spiritual values.

Q44. An hour during a day's session when questions/issues may be raised without prior notice in the Indian Parliament is called:

• A. Freedom Hour
• B. Lunch Hour
• C. Zero Hour
• D. Party Hour

Correct Answer: C. Zero Hour

Explanation

• Zero Hour is the period in the Indian Parliament during which Members of Parliament (MPs) can raise matters of urgent public importance without giving prior notice. It begins immediately after the Question Hour, usually at 12:00 noon, and allows members to bring pressing issues to the attention of the government.

Exam Tip

• Question Hour → First hour of a sitting; questions are asked with prior notice.
• Zero Hour → Begins after Question Hour; urgent matters can be raised without prior notice.
• Calling Attention Motion → Requires prior permission to draw a minister's attention to an urgent matter.

Q45. Who is the Chairman of NITI Aayog?

• A. The Finance Minister
• B. The Prime Minister
• C. The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India
• D. The Vice President

Correct Answer (Official): B. The Prime Minister

Explanation

• The Prime Minister of India is the Chairman of NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India). NITI Aayog was established on 1 January 2015, replacing the Planning Commission, to serve as the Government of India's premier public policy think tank.

Exam Tip

• Chairman of NITI Aayog → Prime Minister of India
• Established → 1 January 2015
• Replaced → Planning Commission

Q46. Identify the Badminton player.

• A. Dipa Karmakar
• B. Pullela Gopichand
• C. Sania Mirza
• D. Leander Paes

Correct Answer: B. Pullela Gopichand

Explanation

• Pullela Gopichand is a renowned Indian badminton player and one of India's most successful badminton coaches. He won the All England Open Badminton Championships in 2001, becoming only the second Indian after Prakash Padukone to achieve this feat.

Q47. In which sport did India not win a medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics?

• A. Boxing
• B. Weightlifting
• C. Taekwondo
• D. Wrestling

Correct Answer: C. Taekwondo

Explanation

• At the Tokyo 2020 Olympics (held in 2021), India won a record 7 medals:
• Weightlifting – Mirabai Chanu (Silver)
• Boxing – Lovlina Borgohain (Bronze)
• Wrestling – Ravi Kumar Dahiya (Silver) and Bajrang Punia (Bronze)
• Badminton – P. V. Sindhu (Bronze)
• Hockey – Men's Team (Bronze)
• Athletics – Neeraj Chopra (Gold)

Q48. The Diamond League is an annual series of competitions in which area?

• A. Swimming
• B. Badminton
• C. Gymnastics
• D. Track and Field Events

Correct Answer: D. Track and Field Events

Explanation

• The Diamond League is an annual international series of track and field (athletics) competitions organized by World Athletics. It features the world's top athletes competing in events such as:

Exam Tip

Remember these major international sports events:

• Diamond League → Track and Field (Athletics)
• Thomas & Uber Cup → Badminton
• FINA World Championships → Swimming

Q49. Who is the Vice President of India, as on 1st January 2024?

• A. Gulab Chand Kataria
• B. Ram Nath Kovind
• C. Jagdeep Dhankhar
• D. Rajnath Singh

Correct Answer : C. Jagdeep Dhankhar

Q50. Which of the following belongs to Class I category of lever?

• A. Scissor
• B. Wheelbarrow
• C. Human arm
• D. Stapler

Correct Answer: A. Scissor

Explanation

প্ৰথম শ্ৰেণীৰ লিভাৰ (Class I Lever)ত আধাৰবিন্দু (Fulcrum) থাকে প্ৰয়াস (Effort) আৰু ভাৰ (Load)-ৰ মাজত। কেঁচি (Scissor) হৈছে প্ৰথম শ্ৰেণীৰ লিভাৰৰ আটাইতকৈ জনপ্ৰিয় উদাহৰণ।

• Fulcrum (আধাৰবিন্দু): কেঁচিৰ মাজৰ স্ক্ৰু
• Effort (প্ৰয়াস): হাতেৰে প্ৰয়োগ কৰা বল
• Load (ভাৰ): কাটি থকা বস্তু

Q51. The world's largest island, Greenland, is a part of which of the following countries?

• A. Denmark
• B. Sweden
• C. Canada
• D. Iceland

Correct Answer: A. Denmark

Explanation

• Greenland is the largest island in the world. Although it is geographically located in North America, it is politically an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. Though Greenland has its own government, Denmark look over for its foreign affairs and defense.

Q52. Which of the following countries does not have a seashore?

• A. China
• B. Afghanistan
• C. Myanmar
• D. Iran

Correct Answer: B. Afghanistan

Explanation

• A country that does not have a seashore is called a landlocked country. Such countries are completely surrounded by land and have no direct access to the sea or ocean.

Afghanistan is a landlocked country located in South-Central Asia. It shares borders with Pakistan, Iran, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and China, but it has no coastline.

Q53. Which of the following is considered as the powerhouse of an animal cell?

• A. Nucleus
• B. Golgi apparatus
• C. Ribosome
• D. Mitochondria

Correct Answer : D. Mitochondria

Explanation

• The mitochondria are known as the "powerhouse of the cell" because they produce ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate), the cell's main source of energy. They generate ATP through the process of cellular respiration, which converts nutrients into usable energy.
• Nucleus → Controls the cell's activities and contains genetic material (DNA).
• Golgi apparatus → Modifies, packages, and transports proteins and lipids.
• Ribosome → Synthesizes proteins.

Q54. Who was the President of the USA on 1st January 2024?

• A. Barack Obama
• B. Donald Trump
• C. Joe Biden
• D. Rishi Sunak

Correct Answer : C. Joe Biden

Q55. What is the chemical symbol for silver?

• A. Ag
• B. Si
• C. Sv
• D. Au

Correct Answer: A. Ag

Q56. Which of the following is not a Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) of India?

• A. Indian Coast Guard (ICG)
• B. Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)
• C. National Security Guard (NSG)
• D. Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)

Correct Answer: A. Indian Coast Guard (ICG)

Explanation

• The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) is not a Central Armed Police Force. It is an Armed Force of the Union under the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and is responsible for maritime security, coastal surveillance, search and rescue, and protection of India's maritime interests.

Q57. Which of the following novels was written by Padma Shri Rongbong Terang?

• A. Mrityunjay
• B. Oximot Jar Heral Xeema
• C. Rongmilir Hanhi
• D. Miri Jiyori

Correct Answer: C. Rongmilir Hanhi

Explanation

• Rongmilir Hanhi (also spelled Rongmilir Hahi) is a renowned Assamese novel written by Padma Shri Rongbong Terang, one of Assam's most celebrated writers and a former President of the Asam Sahitya Sabha. It is regarded as one of his most notable literary works.

Q58. Sudden burst into the open of hot water and vapour from deep underground is termed as

• A. Geyser
• B. Volcano
• C. Tornado
• D. Tsunami

Correct Answer (Official): A. Geyser

Explanation

• A geyser is a natural hot spring that periodically erupts, releasing hot water and steam from deep underground. This happens when groundwater is heated by hot rocks or magma beneath the Earth's surface, causing pressure to build up until it bursts out.

Q59. Which of the following is an island State of the United States of America?

• A. Madagascar
• B. Canary Islands
• C. Hawaii
• D. Greenland

Correct Answer: C. Hawaii

Explanation

• Hawaii is the only island state of the United States of America. It is located in the central Pacific Ocean and became the 50th U.S. state on 21 August 1959.

Q60. The Equator, the Tropic of Capricorn and the Tropic of Cancer pass through which continent?

• A. Asia
• B. Australia
• C. South America
• D. Africa

Correct Answer (Official): D. Africa

Explanation

• Africa is the only continent through which all three major lines of latitude pass-Equator (0°) ,Tropic of Cancer (23½° N) & Tropic of Capricorn (23½° S)

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FAQs

Q1. Which subjects are covered in Questions 1–30 of the ADRE HSSLC Level 2024 Social Studies section?

Ans: Questions 1–30 mainly cover Geography, Indian Geography, General Science, Indian Awards, and important world facts, helping candidates test their basic social studies knowledge.

Q2. Are the answers to ADRE HSSLC 2024 Social Studies Questions  1–30   officially verified?

Ans: Yes. The correct answers are verified using the official ADRE HSSLC Level 2024 final answer key, while the explanations are written independently to help candidates understand the concepts.

Q3. Are detailed explanations provided for every question?

Ans: Yes. Every question includes a detailed explanation to help candidates understand why the correct option is right and improve their preparation for future ADRE examinations.

Q4. Is this solved paper useful for upcoming ADRE examinations?

Ans: Yes. Previous year question papers help candidates understand the exam pattern, important topics, and frequently asked questions, making them an essential resource for ADRE preparation.

Q5. Where can I find solutions for the remaining ADRE HSSLC Level 2024 questions?

Ans: You can explore the complete subject-wise solutions on RozgarAssam, including Social Studies, General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning & Mental Ability, General English, and General Mathematics, along with detailed explanations for all 150 questions.