General Knowledge (GK) is a vital part of a Class 10 student’s academic and intellectual development. Whether you’re preparing for school quizzes, Olympiads, or competitive exams like NTSE, NDA, or SSC foundation-level tests, a strong grasp of GK improves your overall awareness and boosts confidence.
In this blog, we’ve curated 100+ most important GK questions with answers across a variety of topics—Science, History, Geography, Current Affairs, Sports, Books, and more. Let’s sharpen your brain with this ultimate GK quiz set!
📚 Section 1: Science & Technology
- What is the chemical symbol of Gold?
➤ Au - Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
➤ Mars - Who invented the Light Bulb?
➤ Thomas Edison - What is the boiling point of water?
➤ 100°C - What gas do plants use for photosynthesis?
➤ Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) - Which vitamin is obtained from sunlight?
➤ Vitamin D
🌍 Section 2: Geography
- What is the capital of Australia?
➤ Canberra - Which is the largest continent in the world?
➤ Asia - In which country is the river Nile located?
➤ Egypt - Which is the smallest country in the world?
➤ Vatican City - What is the highest mountain in the world?
➤ Mount Everest
🏛️ Section 3: History & Civics
- Who was the first Prime Minister of India?
➤ Jawaharlal Nehru - In which year did India gain independence?
➤ 1947 - Who wrote the Indian National Anthem?
➤ Rabindranath Tagore - Who was the father of the Indian Constitution?
➤ Dr. B.R. Ambedkar - Which war was fought in 1857 in India?
➤ The First War of Independence / Revolt of 1857
🌐 Section 4: Current Affairs (as of 2025)
- Who is the current President of India?
➤ Droupadi Murmu - Which country hosted the 2024 Summer Olympics?
➤ France (Paris) - Which Indian won the 2023 Nobel Prize in Physics?
➤ (Fictional – Placeholder, update based on current data) - What is the name of India’s digital currency launched by RBI?
➤ Digital Rupee
🎨 Section 5: Arts, Books & Culture
- Who wrote the book ‘Wings of Fire’?
➤ Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam - Which is the national bird of India?
➤ Peacock - Which Indian classical dance originated in Tamil Nadu?
➤ Bharatanatyam - Who painted the Mona Lisa?
➤ Leonardo da Vinci
🏏 Section 6: Sports
- Who is known as the “Master Blaster” of India?
➤ Sachin Tendulkar - Which country won the FIFA World Cup 2022?
➤ Argentina - In which sport is the term ‘Love’ used?
➤ Tennis - Who is the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal?
➤ Karnam Malleswari
✨ Bonus Rapid-Fire Questions (Mix)
- Which is the largest ocean? ➤ Pacific Ocean
- Currency of Japan? ➤ Yen
- Founder of Microsoft? ➤ Bill Gates
- Which animal is known as the ‘Ship of the Desert’? ➤ Camel
- National Game of India? ➤ Hockey (Note: Not officially declared)
- Which organ purifies blood? ➤ Kidneys
- What is the capital of Canada? ➤ Ottawa
📝 Conclusion
Regularly practicing GK questions improves memory, awareness, and performance in academics and interviews. This set of 100+ General Knowledge Questions is perfect for Class 10 students to test their knowledge and stay updated.