Polity · solved example
Which Article of the Constitution guarantees equality before the law?
- Article 14Correct
- Article 19
- Article 21
- Article 32
Solution
Article 14 guarantees equality before the law and equal protection of the laws.
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Current Affairs for UPSSSC PET
UPSSSC PET sets 10 Current Affairs questions for 10 marks in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET), so it is worth planning your preparation around the topics below.
10 questions10 marks2 topics
How to approach Current Affairs in UPSSSC PET
Six to twelve months of national and international events, schemes, appointments and awards, with a clear tilt towards what the conducting body cares about. A dated, sourced daily habit is the only approach that works; a one-off revision does not stick.
Weightage in the paper
How much Current Affairs is worth in each UPSSSC PET stage, from the official pattern.
| Stage | Questions | Marks | Time | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) | 10 | 10 | — | 10% |
Current Affairs syllabus for UPSSSC PET
Every topic in the official syllabus. The linked ones open a set of solved questions you can practise straight away.
- Indian and global current events
- Sports and awards in the news
Sample Current Affairs questions with solutions
Written to the UPSSSC PET pattern, with the answer key and the method behind it — a look at how the section is actually set before you drill the full topic sets.
Polity · solved example
On which date did the Constitution of India come into effect?
- 26 January 1950Correct
- 15 August 1947
- 26 November 1949
- 2 October 1950
Solution
The Constitution was adopted on 26 November 1949 and came into effect on 26 January 1950.
Geography · solved example
Which is the highest mountain peak located entirely within India?
- Mount Everest
- KangchenjungaCorrect
- Nanda Devi
- K2
Solution
Kangchenjunga is the highest peak located within India; Everest is in Nepal and K2 in the disputed north.
Geography · solved example
The Tropic of Cancer passes through how many Indian states?
- 8Correct
- 6
- 5
- 10
Solution
The Tropic of Cancer passes through eight Indian states, from Gujarat in the west to Mizoram in the east.
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Sit Current Affairs under a real clock
Current Affairs shows up in every UPSSSC PET mock test, in the same interface, with sectional locking and negative marking.
Frequently asked questions
How many Current Affairs questions are asked in UPSSSC PET?
UPSSSC PET PET 2026 sets 10 Current Affairs questions for 10 marks in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET).
Is there negative marking for Current Affairs in UPSSSC PET?
Yes. UPSSSC PET deducts one fourth of a mark for each wrong answer, Current Affairs included, so unsure guesses cost you. One-fourth (0.25) mark is deducted for each wrong answer. Unanswered questions carry no penalty.
Which Current Affairs topics matter most for UPSSSC PET?
The UPSSSC PET syllabus lists Indian and global current events, Sports and awards in the news. Weight your revision towards the ones you are weakest on and confirm the emphasis against the paper analysis for recent cycles.
How can I practise Current Affairs for UPSSSC PET free?
Every Current Affairs question on this site is free and written to the exam pattern. Use the topic drills for instant-feedback practice, the daily quiz to keep the section warm, and the UPSSSC PET mock tests to sit it under a real clock with negative marking.