[PSSSB Law Officer, 2026]

1. The Headquarters of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) is located in __________





Answer & Solution

Answer:

Hague

Solution:

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is headquartered at the Peace Palace in The Hague, Netherlands. It is the only principal organ of the United Nations not located in New York City. 
 

Geneva is a hub for many international organizations (like the WHO and ILO), but not the ICJ.

Vienna hosts organizations like the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

New York is where the main UN Headquarters is located, but the ICJ is explicitly located elsewhere. 

[PSSSB Law Officer, 2026]

2. Which metal was first used by humans?





Answer & Solution

Answer:

Copper

Solution:

Copper was the first metal discovered and used by humans, over 10,000 years ago. It could be found in a native, pure form, which made it accessible to early humans for making tools and ornaments. 

[PSSSB Law Officer, 2026]

3. The Montagu–Chelmsford Reforms were introduced in which year?





Answer & Solution

Answer:

1919

Solution:

The Montagu–Chelmsford Reforms, based on a report prepared in 1918, were enacted as the Government of India Act 1919. 

1909 refers to the Morley-Minto Reforms (Indian Councils Act 1909).

1935 refers to the Government of India Act 1935, which built upon the 1919 reforms.

1947 is the year India gained its independence. 

[PSSSB Law Officer, 2026]

4. The Rupee was first introduced in India by __________





Answer & Solution

Answer:

Sher Shah Suri

Solution:

The Rupiya (anglicized as Rupee) was first introduced by the Afghan ruler Sher Shah Suri during his reign in the 16th century. This silver coin formed the basis of modern Indian currency. 

[PSSSB Law Officer, 2026]

5. Which planet has the largest number of moons in our solar system (as of 2025)?





Answer & Solution

Answer:

Saturn

Solution:

As of 2025, Saturn has the largest number of confirmed moons, with over 146 known natural satellites.

Jupiter previously held the lead, but recent discoveries have placed Saturn in the top position.