Crack CTET with Confidence: A Gateway to Your Teaching Dreams!
By Team Jnaanangkur
Dear Aspirants,
Preparing for the CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test) is a significant milestone on your journey to becoming a successful educator. Success in this exam not only opens the doors to countless teaching opportunities but also validates your dedication to shaping young minds.
To help you excel, we have compiled previous years’ question papers in this section. These papers are a treasure trove for understanding the exam pattern, analyzing frequently asked questions, and refining your problem-solving skills.
Quick Tips to Boost Your Preparation:
1. Understand the Syllabus: Familiarize yourself with the CTET syllabus and focus on the key topics of each subject.
2. Practice Regularly: Use these previous year papers as a tool to practice and track your progress.
3. Time Management: Solve the papers within the actual exam time limit to improve speed and accuracy.
4. Focus on Concepts: Instead of rote learning, aim to build a strong foundation in child development, pedagogy, and subject-specific knowledge.
5. Stay Positive: Maintain confidence and stay consistent with your efforts. Remember, practice and perseverance are the keys to success.
Dive into the question papers below and start your journey toward acing the CTET. Let your preparation be thorough and your determination unwavering. You have what it takes to succeed—believe in yourself!
Wishing you the very best for your CTET journey!
See also
1) Previous year question pedagogy paper 1
2) Previous year question EVS paper 1
3) previous year question paper 2
Previous year question papers 2023
SOCIAL STUDIES / SOCIAL SCIENCE
31. Consider the following assessment question :
‘What are the ways in which people can
participate in a democracy ?’ Following are
some answers that you get from students.
Which answer reflects the student’s
understanding of the question and his/her
ability to give a comprehensive ‘to-the-point’ answer ?
(1) ‘Some key elements that influence the
working of a democratic government
are — people’s participation, resolution of
conflict and commitment to equality and
justice.’
(2) ‘Voting, dharna, rallies, social
movements.’
(3) ‘By voting in elections.’
(4) ‘In a democracy, people participate by
voting in elections. All governments are
elected for fixed periods. In India this
period is five years.’
Answer: 1
32. Consider the following assessment question :
‘What is the difference between weekly
markets and shopping malls ?’
Below are some answers written by students.
In which answer does the student fail to
display ability of comparing/contrasting ?
(1) ‘The products sold in weekly markets
could be bought at cheap rates whereas
only a few people can afford products sold
in shopping malls.’
(2) ‘Weekly markets do not have permanent
shops whereas the shops in shopping
malls are built to last.’
(3) ‘Weekly markets run in both rural and
urban areas whereas a shopping mall is
usually seen in urban areas.’
(4) ‘Weekly markets are markets which are
held on a specific day of the week
whereas shopping malls are
multi-storeyed buildings with shops on
different floors.’
Answer: 4
See also
1) Previous year question pedagogy paper 1
2) Previous year question EVS paper 1
3) previous year question paper 2
33. Some students of Class VI question that if the Earth is not flat, then how are maps showing everything as flat ?
What will be the best way to address this
question ?
(1) Showing animatedly how maps and
globes resemble our Earth
(2) Showing the maps to the students
(3) Ask them to find out the reason
themselves
(4) Showing the globe to the students
Answer: 1
34. Read the following statements and choose the correct option :
Assertion (A) :
Social Science has a strong correlation with
Arts.
Reason (R) :
Paintings, sculptures, prehistoric artifacts,
etc. represent proof of many domains of Social
Sciences.
(1) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the
correct explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is false, but (R) is true.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not
the correct explanation of (A).
(4) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
Answer: 4
35. Read the following statements and choose the correct option :
Statement A :
The nature of Social Science is evidence-based,
empirical and verifiable.
Statement B :
Its study often leads to multiple interpretations of a single event.
(1) A is true, but B is false.
(2) Both A and B are false.
(3) A is false, but B is true.
(4) Both A and B are true.
Answer: 1
36. Rosy drew a picture of a woman as a nurse and a man as an engineer. On asking the reason behind it, she replied, ‘women make better nurses because they are more patient and gentle, whereas science requires a technical mind and women are not capable of dealing with technical things’.
What does Rosy’s statement reflect ?
(1) Gender constancy
(2) Gender stereotype
(3) Gender typing
(4) Gender discrimination
Answer: 1
37. To familiarise students about election
procedure in India, which one of the following would be the best pedagogical method ?
(1) Asking students to conduct survey in
their neighbourhood about election
(2) Organizing an election in the class for
class representatives
(3) Screening a documentary on a local
election
(4) Inviting an expert for a lecture
Answer: 2
38. The best possible practice for sensitizing
students towards the life of tribals and
nomadic pastoralists would be :
(1) screening a movie or documentary on
Bakarwals.
(2) lecture and seminar.
(3) a group discussion on tribes and nomadic pastoralists.
(4) textbook reading.
Answer: 4
39. While students are engaged in a group discussion on uses of water, a teacher should use the blackboard in which of the following manner ?
(1) Arranging responses around concepts,
themes and issues.
(2) Noting responses of students who are
considered bright in the class.
(3) Listen to the students but not necessary
to record.
(4) Recording every word said in the
discussion.
Answer: 3
40. A teacher takes students of upper primary classes to the District Court, after finishing the lesson on ‘Criminal Justice System’. Which of the following objectives is/are most appropriate for the visit ?
A. To provide experience of the functioning
of courts and interact with lawyers,
judges and staff on the roles they play.
B. To show the challenges of seeking justice
and create awe of the system.
C. To scare students by showing difficulties
faced by those implicated in various cases
and encourage law keeping.
Choose the correct option :
(1) Only C
(2) Only B
(3) A, B and C
(4) Only A
Answer: 4
41. Which of the following are the prevailing misconceptions about Social Science ?
A. It is a non-utilitarian subject.
B. Natural Sciences are superior to the
Social Sciences.
C. It rewards memorisation of superfluous
‘facts’.
D. The only job option open to students
specialising in the Social Sciences is in
academics.
Choose the correct option :
(1) A, B and C
(2) B and C
(3) A, B, C and D
(4) A, C and D
Answer: 2
42. Which of the following concepts (A to D)
should a child have prior knowledge about to understand the concept of the Torrid Zone ?
A. Longitudes
B. Globe
C. Insolation
D. Latitudes
Choose the correct option :
(1) A, C and D
(2) B, C and D
(3) A, B and D
(4) A, B and C
Answer: 2
43. Read the following statements and choose the correct option :
Assertion (A) :
The change in nomenclature, from Civics to
Political Science was to bring back the focus
towards issues of contemporary India.
Reason (R) :
‘Civics’ appeared in the Indian school
curriculum during Colonial period against the
background of increasing disloyalty among
Indians towards the British Raj.
(1) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(2) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is
not the correct explanation of (A).
(3) (A) is false, but (R) is true.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the
correct explanation of (A).
Answer: 2
44. Which of the following activities would help children to critically think about women’s work in society ?
A. Asking students to write slogans
emphasizing the importance of equality
between men and women.
B. Asking students to observe how much
leisure time men and women have
respectively and to think about why that
is so.
C. Showing them data regarding how many
girl students get to attend schools and
asking them to talk about the impact that
might have on their job opportunities.
Choose the correct option :
(1) A and B
(2) Only C
(3) B and C
(4) Only A
Answer: 3
45. While taking a class on the topic of ‘Government’, which of the following questions can you pose to students to encourage both social awareness and critical thinking skills in them ?
(1) ‘List out three differences between a
monarchy and a democratic government.’
(2) ‘What are the features of a democratic
government ?’
(3) ‘We saw how the pandemic had
disproportionately placed the burden of
healthcare on doctors and frontline
workers. Do you think any protest
organized by them demanding better
working conditions from the government
is justified ? Support your answer with
reasons.’
(4) ‘You have been noticing for quite some
time that the area near your house gets
flooded every time it rains during the
monsoon season. You and your
neighbours decide that something has to
be done regarding this issue. Which level
of government – Local, State or Central,
would you approach if you have such a
grievance ?’
Answer: 1
46. A teacher writes expected learning objectives for her lesson plan as : ‘Students will be able to compare a weekly market with a shopping complex’. This objective will require students to demonstrate their :
(1) Application
(2) Understanding
(3) Analysis
(4) Knowledge
Answer : 2
47. Which of the following assessment questions is the most appropriate to test students’understanding and appreciation of Indian federalism ?
(1) Write a brief note on the three organs of
the state — the legislature, the executive
and the judiciary.
(2) What are the three levels of the
government ? What are their functions ?
(3) What do you think might happen if we
did not have any state and local
governments and all decisions were made
at the Centre ?
(4) Define federalism.
Answer: 1
48. Consider the following assessment question :
‘Why does a democratic country need a
constitution ?’
Which of the following answers given by your students indicate a lack of understanding of
the question ?
(1) Student C : A constitution ensures that a
dominant group does not use its power
against less powerful groups.
(2) Student B : A constitution gives us a set
of rules on the basis of which a country is
to be governed.
(3) Student D : A constitution usually
contains rules that ensure that minorities
are not excluded from anything that is
routinely available to the majority.
(4) Student A : A constitution lays down
rules that guard against the misuse of
authority by our political leaders.
Answer: 1
49. Read the following statements and choose the correct option :
Assertion (A) :
A scrapbook is an effective way of making
students learn about the different types of
vegetation present in various regions of the
world through pictures.
Reason (R) :
A scrapbook must be assessed only by the cost of different materials used in it.
(1) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(2) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is
not the correct explanation of (A).
(3) (A) is false, but (R) is true.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the
correct explanation of (A).
Answer: 2
50. What kinds of questions can students be asked in order to test their factual knowledge ?
(1) Knowledge of terminologies
(2) Knowledge of classifications and
categories
(3) Strategic knowledge
(4) Knowledge of subject-specific skills
Answer: 3
51. If Greenwich Meridian Time is 12 noon, then what will be the time at 45 East longitude ?
(1) 9 a.m.
(2) 3 p.m.
(3) 10 a.m.
(4) 2 p.m.
Answer: 1
52. Sea caves are formed in coastal areas. Select the suitable reason for formation of sea caves :
(1) Erosion and deposition by waves
(2) Wind erosion
(3) Man made activity
(4) Falling of rocks
Answer:2
53. Natural vegetation varies from place to place. Why do evergreen trees grow near equatorial region ?
Choose the appropriate reason from the
following :
(1) Moderate temperature and moderate
rainfall
(2) Heavy rainfall and high temperature
(3) Low rainfall and high temperature
(4) Moderate rainfall and low temperature
Answer: 2
54. Consider the following statements about
latitudes. Which of the following is correct ?
(1) Arctic Circle is at
2
1
23
north of the
equator.
(2) Tropic of Capricorn passes through
southern hemisphere.
(3) Antarctic Circle is at
2
1
23
south of the
equator.
(4) Tropic of Cancer passes through southern
hemisphere.
Answer: 2
55. An imaginary line drawn on a globe to divide it into two equal parts is known as the
___________.
(1) Equator
(2) Tropic of Capricorn
(3) Arctic Circle
(4) Tropic of Cancer
Answer:1
56. Choose the correct statements about the globe from the following :
A. Longitudes and latitudes are drawn on
the globe.
B. It is tilting on its axis.
C. It is a true model of the Earth.
D. It is oval in shape.
Choose the correct option :
(1) B, C and D
(2) A, B and D
(3) A, C and D
(4) A, B and C
Answer: 1
57. Stratosphere has ideal conditions for flying aeroplanes. Choose the correct reason :
(1) High air pressure
(2) Low air pressure
(3) Free from clouds and related weather
phenomena
(4) Windy conditions
Answer: 3
58. Match the following pairs correctly :
Column I Column II
A. Ozone layer I. Troposphere
B. Radio transmission II. Exosphere
C. Weather phenomenon III. Stratosphere
D. Thin air IV. Thermosphere
Choose the correct option :
(1) A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I
(2) A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV
(3) A-IV, B-I, C-II, D-III
(4) A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II
Answer: 4
59. Gulf Stream is a warm ocean current because it ________.
(1) moves from poles to equator
(2) gets heated from underground
(3) gets heated by hot springs
(4) originates near the equator
Answer: 3
60. Match the following pairs :
Types of Farming Areas/Regions
A. Shifting
cultivation
I. Semi-arid and arid regions
B. Commercial grain farming
II. Thickly populated areas
C. Intensive subsistence agriculture
III. Thickly forested areas
D. Nomadic herding
IV. Temperate Grasslands
Choose the correct option :
(1) A-I, B-II, C-IV, D-III
(2) A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I
(3) A-II, B-III, C-I, D-IV
(4) A-IV, B-I, C-III, D-II
Answer: 3
61. Choose the false statement from the following statements on ‘Energy Resources’.
(1) Biogas causes greenhouse effect.
(2) Solar energy is renewable energy.
(3) Tidal energy is exhaustible.
(4) Wind energy is non-polluting.
Answer: 4
62. Which of the following means of transport is cheapest for carrying heavy and bulky goods over long distances ?
(1) Waterways
(2) Railways
(3) Airways
(4) Roadways
Answer: 4
63. Suggest the type of resources we should use more, in order to save our environment.
(1) Non-renewable resources
(2) Renewable resources
(3) Human made resources
(4) Abiotic resources
Answer: 1
64. During a class activity, the teacher asked
students to select dolls which identified closely with Adivasis. Most of the students picked up dolls wearing colourful clothes, head gear and in dancing postures. What does this behaviour demonstrate ?
(1) Discrimination
(2) Stereotype
(3) Progressiveness
(4) Prejudice
Answer: 3
65. Being prejudiced towards someone implies :
A. To judge them negatively.
B. To consider them superior.
C. To disrespect those who are different.
D. To discriminate against members of a
group.
Choose the correct option :
(1) A, C and D
(2) B, C and D
(3) A, B, C and D
(4) A, B and C
Answer: 2
66. Read the following statements and choose the correct option :
Assertion (A) :
Federal system fulfils the needs and demands of the cultural diversities in India.
Reason (R) :
It establishes multiple levels of governance in the country.
(1) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(2) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is
not the correct explanation of (A).
(3) (A) is false, but (R) is true.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the
correct explanation of (A).
Answer: 2
67. Which of the following incidents are identified as violative of ‘The Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989’ ?
A. Violence by ‘upper caste’ people against
Scheduled Caste people.
B. Forcing a member of a Scheduled Caste
community to eat obnoxious substance.
C. Allowing non-tribal timber merchants to
exploit tribal land.
D. Marrying a member of Scheduled Caste
community.
Choose the correct option :
(1) A, B and D
(2) A, C and D
(3) A, B, C and D
(4) A, B and C
Answer: 3
68. “The Mid-day meal scheme has helped reduce caste prejudices among students and promoted social justice.” Explain the statement by choosing the correct option.
A. Children of all castes eat together.
B. In many places, Dalit women are
employed to cook meals.
C. Enrolment of poor children in schools has
increased many times.
D. Reduced the dropout rates in schools.
Options :
(1) A, B and D
(2) A, C and D
(3) A, B, C and D
(4) A, B and C
Answer: 1
69. Which among the following provisions ensures independence of Indian Judicial system ?
A. The legislature is not involved in the
process of appointment of judges
B. Fixed tenure of judges
C. Parliament cannot discuss the conduct of
judges
D. The President administers the oath to the
Chief Justice of Supreme Court
Choose the correct option :
(1) A, B and D
(2) A, C and D
(3) A, B, C and D
(4) A, B and C
Answer: 1
70. The work performed by a homemaker goes unnoticed and unpaid as compared to the official work performed by an office going lady who gets salary and respect. Examine the possible reason behind this :
(1) Overvaluation of official work
(2) Less time taken for household work
(3) Patriarchal set-up of Indian society
(4) Devaluation of household work
Answer: 3
71. The Supreme Court has interpreted Right to food, Right to privacy and Right to
pollution-free water and air under the ambit
of which Fundamental Right granted to
Indian citizens ?
(1) Article 19
(2) Article 21
(3) Article 14
(4) Article 20
Answer: 3
72. “Indian secularism is different from
secularism practised in the USA.” Identify the correct options from below which identify the differences between the two.
A. In USA, neither the state nor religion can
interfere in each other’s matters.
B. In the Indian Constitution, there is a
provision for Protection of Minority
Rights.
C. Both USA and India maintain strict
separation between state affairs and
religious affairs.
D. In USA, state can allow religious reforms,
unlike India.
Choose the correct option :
(1) B and C
(2) A and C
(3) C and D
(4) A and B
Answer: 1
73. The term “All persons are equal before the law” means :
A. that all the citizens regardless of their
socio-economic status have to obey the
same law.
B. no person can be discriminated against,
in the eyes of the law, on the grounds of
race/colour, religion, caste or gender.
C. inequalities cease to exist.
D. it ensures fair opportunities and a life of
dignity for all the citizens.
Choose the correct option :
(1) A, B and D
(2) B, C and D
(3) A, B, C and D
(4) A, B and C
Answer: 2
74. Which of the following pairs are correctly
matched ?
I Work. II Forms of Employment
A. Mason – Daily wage labourers
B. Domestic worker – Casual workers
C. Vegetable vendor – Self-employed
D. Supervisor in – a shop Businesspersons
Choose the correct option :
(1) A, B and D
(2) A, B and C
(3) A, C and D
(4) A and B
Answer: 1
75. The cities have witnessed increasing
rural-urban migration which has resulted in
growth of slum areas near the industrial sites.The reasons for this type of migration are :
A. Deterioration in living standards in
urban areas
B. Disruption of rural labour market
C. Decreased agricultural productivity
D. Increased skilled workforce in rural areas
Choose the correct option :
(1) A, B and D
(2) A, C and D
(3) A, B, C and D
(4) B and C
Answer: 4
76. Which among the following services can be included in the ‘Public Services’ ?
A. Police Services
B. Judicial Services
C. Educational Services
D. Construction Services
Choose the correct option :
(1) A, B and D
(2) B, C and D
(3) A, B, C and D
(4) A, B and C
Answer: 2
77. The Ilbert Bill was opposed in 1883 because :
A. Indians opposed the Bill as it gave a free
hand to the British government to have
trials of Indians without evidence.
B. Britishers opposed the Bill as Indians
could take up trial of British or European
people.
C. the Bill sought equality between British
and Indian judges.
D. the Bill was racist towards Indian people.
Choose the correct option :
(1) Only C
(2) B and C
(3) Only D
(4) A and D
Answer: A
78. Consider the following statements with
reference to post-independence India :
Assertion (A) :
Despite constitutional recognition of equality
before law, some Indians are more equal than others.
Reason (R) :
The ideals set out in the Indian Constitution
have not yet been fulfilled.
Choose the correct option :
(1) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the
correct reason for (A).
(2) (A) is false, but (R) is true.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not
the correct reason for (A).
(4) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
Answer: 1
79. Below are two statements A and B in the
context of Khilafat Movement.
A. In 1920, the British imposed a harsh
treaty on the Turkish Sultan (Khalifa).
B. Indian Muslims were keen that the
Khalifa was not allowed to retain control
over Muslim sacred places in the
erstwhile Ottoman empire.
Choose the correct option :
(1) A is true, but B is false.
(2) Both A and B are false.
(3) A is false, but B is true.
(4) Both A and B are true.
Answer: 2
80. Read the following statements and choose the correct option :
Assertion (A) :
As the indigo trade grew, commercial agents
and officials of the Company began investing in indigo production.
Reason (R) :
Attracted by the prospect of high profits,
numerous Scotsmen and Englishmen came to India and became planters.
(1) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(2) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is
not the correct explanation of (A).
(3) (A) is false, but (R) is true.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the
correct explanation of (A).
Answer: 2
81. Which of the following statements are true about Buddha’s teachings ?
A. Our sufferings and unhappiness are a
result of our past births.
B. Our sufferings and unhappiness are a
result of our cravings and desires.
C. All believers had to accept and follow the
teachings of Buddha for a happy life.
Choose the correct option :
(1) B and C
(2) A and C
(3) A, B and C
(4) A and B
Answer: 3
82. The increased demand for Indian textiles in European markets in the sixteenth and
seventeenth centuries led to the following
changes for Indian weavers :
A. Expanding crafts of spinning, bleaching
and dyeing
B. Increased independence in working of
craftspersons
C. Variety in designs and increased
creativity of craftspersons
D. Working on a new system of advance
payments from agents
Choose the correct option :
(1) A and D
(2) B and C
(3) C and D
(4) A and B
Answer: 1
83. Jyotirao Phule’s book of 1873 on the dismal conditions of ‘lower’ castes was dedicated to :
(1) Nationalists of anti-colonial movement Of India.
(2) Bhakti singers.
(3) Anti-slavery activists of American Civil
War.
(4) Brahmo Samaj reformers.
Answer: 3
84. Consider the following statements :
A. By the second half of the nineteenth
century, people from within the
non-Brahmin castes began organising
movements against caste discrimination
and demanded social equality and justice.
B. The Satnami Movement in Central India
was founded by Ghasidas who worked
among the leather workers and organised
a movement to improve their social
status.
Choose the correct option :
(1) A is true, but B is false.
(2) Both A and B are true, but B is not an
example of A.
(3) Both A and B are false.
(4) Both A and B are true and B is an
example of A.
Answer: 4
85. Who among the following reinterpreted verses from Quran to argue for women’s education ?
(1) Begum Anis Qidwai
(2) Mumtaz Ali
(3) Hajara Beebi Ismail
(4) Begum Rokeya Sakhawat Hossain
Answer: 1
86. We know very less about tribal groups in the medieval period because :
(1) they did not keep written records so there
is less information.
(2) they were not living in areas where
medieval rulers ventured.
(3) they came into limelight only after the
British established their rule.
(4) they were isolated and lived in seclusion.
Answer: 2
87. “In the register of God’s creation, since her account did not fall under the column of men, how did she gain from all of her excellent qualities ?” For whom was this passage written in the thirteenth century ?
(1) Didda
(2) Raziyya
(3) Gautami
(4) Rudramadevi
Answer: z
88. Which of the following statements is/are true about technology used in the twelfth century ?
A. Arches were constructed to transfer the
weight of the superstructure.
B. The centre of the arch was called the base stone.
Choose the correct option :
(1) Only A
(2) Neither A nor B
(3) Only B
(4) Both A and B
Answer: 2
89. In which of the following Palaeolithic sites, were tools made of limestone found ?
(1) Koldihwa
(2) Inamgaon
(3) Brahmagiri
(4) Hunsgi
Answer: 2
90. Which one of the following is not true for Mahajanapadas regarding the collection of regular taxes ?
(1) Hunters and gatherers also had to
provide forest produce to the Raja.
(2) There were taxes on goods that were
bought and sold, through trade.
(3) Usually tax on crops was fixed at 1/2
(half) of what was produced.
(4) Herders were expected to pay taxes in the form of animals and animal produce.
Answer: 3
See Also
1) Previous year question pedagogy paper 1
2) Previous year question EVS paper 1
3) previous year question paper 2
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