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Comprehensive Report: Analysis of History Questions from SSC Steno Exam 2025

Prepared by Grok as History Professor and Data Analyst | Date: August 24, 2025

1. Overall Chapter-wise Distribution

Based on content alignment: Ancient History: 13 questions (21.67%), Medieval History: 18 questions (30.00%), Modern History: 22 questions (36.67%), Others: 7 questions (11.67%).

Chapter	Number of Questions	Percentage
Ancient History	13	21.67%
Medieval History	18	30.00%
Modern History	22	36.67%
Others	7	11.67%

Bar Chart: Questions per Chapter

Ancient History (13)

Medieval History (18)

Modern History (22)

Others (7)

Pie Chart: Percentage Distribution

• Ancient: 22%
• Medieval: 30%
• Modern: 37%
• Others: 11%

2. Sub-chapter Breakdown & Weightage

Click on a sub-chapter to view associated questions. Detailed weightage within each period, with color-coded highlighting for readability.

Ancient History (13 Questions - 21.67%)

Sub-chapter	Questions	Weightage (% within Ancient)
Indus Valley Civilization	2	15.38%
Q6: Which of the following is considered the oldest known civilization of the Indian subcontinent? (Topic: Indus Valley Civilization) Q14: Assertion (A): Rows of circular brick platforms at Harappa were used for religious ceremonies. (Topic: Harappa Platforms)
Mahajanapadas	1	7.69%
Q58: Match the following Mahajanapada with their Capitals... (Topic: Mahajanapadas Capitals)
Maurya Dynasty	2	15.38%
Q5: Who was the founder of the Maurya Empire? (Topic: Maurya Founder) Q16: Which Mauryan ruler is credited with the establishment of the spy system...? (Topic: Maurya Spy System)
Post-Maurya Dynasties	2	15.38%
Q10: Which Pratihara ruler successfully repelled Arab invasions...? (Topic: Pratihara Rulers) Q17: Which Pala ruler is known for founding the great Buddhist university...? (Topic: Pala University)
Post-Gupta Dynasties	2	15.38%
Q40: The Vesara style of temple architecture is a combination of which two styles? (Topic: Vesara Architecture) Q41: Whom Hiuen Tsang called 'one of the four lights of world'...? (Topic: Nagarjuna)
Tripartite Struggle and Cholas	4	30.77%
Q21: Consider the following statements about Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves... (Topic: Udayagiri Caves) Q23: Which Chola ruler is credited with the construction of irrigation systems...? (Topic: Chola Irrigation) Q46: Which Chola ruler is credited with the extensive overseas expedition...? (Topic: Chola Expedition) Q53: Which dynasty was founded by Dantidurga in the mid-8th century? (Topic: Rashtrakuta Dynasty)

Medieval History (18 Questions - 30.00%)

Sub-chapter	Questions	Weightage (% within Medieval)
Delhi Sultanate	4	22.22%
Q3: Which Rajput ruler defeated Muhammad Ghori in the First Battle of Tarain? (Topic: Battle of Tarain) Q12: Which of the following correctly pairs a monument with its architectural style? (Topic: Monuments and Styles) Q25: Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the regional features of Gujarat's medieval architecture? (Topic: Gujarat Architecture) Q55: Consider the following statements regarding provincial architecture in medieval India... (Topic: Provincial Architecture)
Vijayanagara and Bahmani Kingdom	2	11.11%
Q8: Which confederation of Sultanates defeated the Vijayanagara Empire in the Battle of Talikota? (Topic: Battle of Talikota) Q42: Who was the leader that defeated Krishnadevaraya of Vijayanagara in the Battle of Raichur? (Topic: Battle of Raichur)
Mughal Empire	9	50.00%
Q4: Which Mughal Emperor issued the Deccan campaign against the Marathas...? (Topic: Deccan Campaign) Q11: In the context of Mughal administration, who were referred to as Shaikhzadas...? (Topic: Mughal Administration) Q20: The Battle of Samugarh was fought between Aurangzeb and which Mughal prince? (Topic: Battle of Samugarh) Q28: Which Mughal emperor did Maharana Pratap face in the Battle of Haldighati? (Topic: Battle of Haldighati) Q35: How did the administrative roles of rajas differ from those of zamindars under the Mughal system? (Topic: Rajas and Zamindars) Q48: Name the Mughal emperor known for promoting Persian art and literature? (Topic: Persian Art) Q50: Which Mughal emperor is known for his extensive autobiography...? (Topic: Tuzuk-i-Jahangiri) Q52: Which of the following best explains the reason to hold Qandhar strategically important...? (Topic: Qandhar Importance) Q56: What led to the decline of Timurid power in the second half of the 15th century? (Topic: Timurid Decline)
Marathas	1	5.56%
Q31: Which Maratha ruler founded the Maratha Empire in 1674...? (Topic: Maratha Empire Founder)
Bhakti and Sufi Movements	2	11.11%
Q32: Sattriya, one of the classical dances of India, was introduced by which saint? (Topic: Sattriya Dance) Q45: Which of the following statements is correct about Urs at Ajmer Sharif? (Topic: Urs at Ajmer)

Modern History (22 Questions - 36.67%)

Sub-chapter	Questions	Weightage (% within Modern)
Advent of Europeans	6	27.27%
Q13: Given below are the two columns... Match the column A with correct description... (Topic: Sindh Annexation) Q18: Which of the following best captures the broader geopolitical shift...? (Topic: Carnatic Defeat) Q24: Assertion: The Treaty of Paris (1763)... (Topic: Treaty of Paris) Q26: Assertion: British capital accumulation... (Topic: British Capital) Q43: Assertion: British capital accumulation... (Topic: British Capital) Q47: Assertion(A): Sir Charles Napier justified... (Topic: Sindh Annexation) Q59: Which feature is not commonly associated with French colonial architecture...? (Topic: French Architecture)
Socio-Religious Reforms	7	31.82%
Q7: Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE about Rash Behari Bose? (Topic: Rash Behari Bose) Q29: Shobhana Ranade’s legacy as a Gandhian is most closely aligned...? (Topic: Shobhana Ranade) Q30: Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Mahatma Jyotiba Phule...? (Topic: Jyotiba Phule) Q33: Who was the first woman to be the president of the Indian National Congress? (Topic: INC President) Q34: Which of the following is NOT TRUE about Tribhuvandas Patel? (Topic: Tribhuvandas Patel) Q49: Assertion (A): The Santhal festival of Erok Sim... (Topic: Santhal Festival) Q57: Who set up a Dayanand Anglo Vedic school in Lahore? (Topic: DAV School)
Indian National Congress	3	13.64%
Q36: Consider the following statements comparing the Simon Commission... (Topic: Simon Commission/Nehru Report) Q60: With reference to the Indian Councils Act, 1892... (Topic: Indian Councils Act)
Bengal Partition	2	9.09%
Q38: With whose participation did the Anushilan group join forces...? (Topic: Anushilan Group) Q51: Barindra Kumar Ghosh... were associated with which movement...? (Topic: Swadeshi Movement)
Gandhian Era	4	18.18%
Q15: Who among the following is related to the Parakram Diwas? (Topic: Parakram Diwas) Q27: Which of the following methods was used by the villagers during the Chipko Movement? (Topic: Chipko Movement) Q39: What was the main occupation of the majority of the Indian population during the period immediately after independence...? (Topic: Post-Independence Occupation) Q54: Once the Time Magazine had mocked Gandhiji's physical size but to whom did it compare his martyrdom...? (Topic: Gandhi Martyrdom)

Others (7 Questions - 11.67%)

Sub-type	Questions	Weightage (% within Others)
World/Religious	3	42.86%
Q1: Which architectural style is best described by the following features...? (Topic: Gothic Style) Q2: Assertion (A): The naming of "Good Friday"... (Topic: Good Friday) Q22: In which country, the first Commonwealth Games held? (Topic: Commonwealth Games)
Tribal/Static	3	42.86%
Q19: Assertion (A): The jaherthan plays a central role... (Topic: Jaherthan Rituals) Q37: Which of the following pairs is correctly matched? (Topic: Swadesh Darshan)
Miscellaneous	1	14.29%
Q44: Match the following cave sites with their architectural characteristics... (Topic: Cave Sites)

3. Question Type Analysis

Type	Count	Percentage	Common in Periods
Fact-based MCQs	35	58%	All, especially Modern
Assertion-Reason	9	15%	Modern (colonial)
Matching/Pairing	3	5%	Ancient/Medieval
Statement Analysis	8	13%	Mixed
Others	5	8%	Medieval/Modern

4. Key Trends and Patterns

• Period Skew: Modern History dominates (37%).
• Recurring Themes: Battles (10), Rulers (12), Architecture (8), Reforms (9).
• Depth: Mix of facts and analytical questions.
• Comparison to CGL: High overlap in Modern Indian History.

5. Chapter-wise Suggestions for Upcoming SSC CGL Exam 2025

Ancient History

Focus on Indus, Maurya, Cholas. 2-3 hrs/week.

Medieval History

Dedicate to Mughals, battles. 3-4 hrs/week.

Modern History

Prioritize Europeans, reforms. 4-5 hrs/week.

Others

Integrate with Static GK. 1 hr/week.

Overall: Target 4-5 correct in CGL GA. Use NCERT + mocks.