Sikkim is a Himalayan state nestled between Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet (China) with Gangtok as the capital. It joined India as the 22nd state on 16 May 1975 and is known for Kanchenjunga peaks, monasteries, and organic farming policy.
Sikkim GK Questions with Answers PDF
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| Capital | Gangtok |
|---|---|
| Formation / statehood | 16 May 1975 (became the 22nd state of India) |
| Official language(s) | English, Nepali, Bhutia, Lepcha (multi-official status) |
| Public Service Commission | SPSC |
| Flagship exam | Sikkim Civil Services |
Focus your revision on: Himalayan borders and passes · 1975 statehood · Kanchenjunga peak · Buddhist monasteries · Sikkim PSC exams.
Sikkim GK questions and answers
- What is the capital of Sikkim?
Answer: Gangtok - On which date did Sikkim become a state of India?
Answer: 16 May 1975 - Which peak on the Sikkim–Nepal border is the highest mountain in India?
Answer: Kanchenjunga - Which Public Service Commission conducts Sikkim civil services exams?
Answer: Sikkim Public Service Commission (SPSC) - Which pass connects Sikkim with the Tibet region?
Answer: Nathu La - Which river valley is central to Sikkim geography?
Answer: Teesta river valley - Which monastery near Gangtok is a major Buddhist site?
Answer: Rumtek Monastery - Which countries border Sikkim?
Answer: Nepal, Bhutan, and China (Tibet) - Which language communities include Bhutia and Lepcha in Sikkim?
Answer: Bhutia and Lepcha (alongside Nepali) - Which Indian state lies to the south of Sikkim across the Siliguri corridor?
Answer: West Bengal
How to prepare for SPSC
Use this PDF as a first-pass revision sheet, then expand each focus topic with the latest official state board sources, government portals, budget documents and the syllabus published for Sikkim Civil Services. Static geography and history build the base; current affairs must be updated for the examination year.
Test the questions without looking at the answers, revise wrong facts after one day, and repeat after one week. For reasoning and numeracy, use our free CSAT practice. You can also browse the complete State PSC exam list.
Sources and scope: stable facts compiled from standard government and educational references, including Know India, state government and State PSC portals. Verify changing administrative facts and the latest exam scheme from the concerned official website.
FAQ / नेहमीचे प्रश्न
Where can I download the Sikkim GK PDF?
Use the Download Now button on this page. The free PDF contains the same 10 stable-fact questions and answers shown below for offline revision.
Is this PDF useful for SPSC?
Yes, as a quick static-GK revision sheet for Sikkim Civil Services. It is not a full syllabus or current-affairs replacement, so verify changing facts from official notifications.
What topics should I revise for Sikkim GK?
Himalayan borders and passes; 1975 statehood; Kanchenjunga peak; Buddhist monasteries; Sikkim PSC exams.