SSC CHSL 2025 PYQ — Question 82

SSC CHSL - 15 Nov 2025 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q82

50th Statehood Day of a state was celebrated in May 2025. Prem Singh Tamang (P.S. Golay) is Chief Minister of this state. Which state is being discussed here?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1: Sikkim.
Explanation:

All the facts mentioned in the question point to the state of Sikkim:
50th Foundation Day: Sikkim officially became the 22nd state of the Indian Union on May 16, 1975. Thus, on May 16, 2025, Sikkim completed 50 years (Golden Jubilee) of its establishment.
Chief Minister: Prem Singh Tamang (also known as P.S. Golay) is currently the Chief Minister of Sikkim. He is the leader of the 'Sikkim Krantikari Morcha' (SKM) party.
Historical Background: Prior to 1975, Sikkim was under the monarchical rule of the 'Chogyal' dynasty. It was granted full statehood through the 36th Amendment Act of the Indian Constitution in 1975.
Important Facts Related to Sikkim (From an Examination Perspective):
Capital: Gangtok.

  • Governor: Currently, Om Prakash Mathur is the Governor of Sikkim.
  • Kanchenjunga: The world's third-highest peak—and India's highest peak (located in the Himalayas)—is situated in Sikkim.
  • Organic State: Sikkim is the world's first and India's only fully 'Organic State' (100% Organic State).
  • Passes: The Nathu La and Jelep La passes connect Sikkim to Tibet (China).

Brief Analysis of Other Options:

  • Mizoram (Option 2): It attained statehood on February 20, 1987. Its Chief Minister is Lalduhoma.
  • Arunachal Pradesh (Option 3): It also attained statehood on February 20, 1987. Its Chief Minister is Pema Khandu.
  • Meghalaya (Option 4): It attained statehood on January 21, 1972. Its Chief Minister is Conrad Sangma.

Important Question for Upcoming Examinations:
Question: Through which Constitutional Amendment Act was Sikkim made a full-fledged state of India? Answer: 36th Constitutional Amendment (1975).
Question: Who is the current Chief Minister of Sikkim?
Answer: Prem Singh Tamang (P.S. Golay).
Question: Which is India's first '100% organic state'?
Answer: Sikkim.