SSC CHSL 2025 PYQ — Question 92

SSC CHSL - 29 Nov 2025 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q92

Salkhan Fossil Park is in ______.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Salkhan Fossil Park - Uttar Pradesh

Salkhan Fossil Park, officially known as Sonbhadra Fossil Park, is located in the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh.

The fossils found in this park are believed to be approximately 1.4 billion years old. This makes it one of the oldest fossil parks in the world.

Types of fossils: The main fossils found here are stromatolites, which are structures formed by ancient algae and cyanobacteria.

It is located near the Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary, near Salkhan village, about 12-15 km from Robertsganj.