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SSC CPO 2023 Official Paper-I (Held On: 04 Oct, 2023 Shift 3) (Previous Year Paper)

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General Intelligence and Reasoning (50 questions)

1

‘P $ Q’ means ‘P is the daughter of Q’

‘P ? Q’ means ‘P is the son of Q’

‘P * Q’ means ‘P is the sister of Q ‘

‘P = Q’ means ‘P is the father of Q ‘

If ‘D $ G * U ? F’, how is G related to F?

  1. ((a))

    Father's sister

  2. ((b))

    Mother's sister

  3. ((c))

    Brother

  4. ((d))

    Daughter

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Father's sister

2

If ‘+’ means ‘−’, ‘−’ means ‘×’, ‘×’ means ‘÷’ and ‘÷’ means ‘+’, what will come in place of ‘?’ in the following equation?

121 × 11 ÷ 28 - 3 + 46 = ?

  1. ((a))

    49

  2. ((b))

    43

  3. ((c))

    65

  4. ((d))

    71

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

49

3

Select the correct option that indicates the arrangement of the given words in the order in which they appear in an English dictionary.

  1. Stoop
  2. Stoke
  3. Storage
  4. Stock
  5. Storey
  6. Stomach
  1. ((a))

    2, 4, 6, 3, 1, 5

  2. ((b))

    2, 4, 6, 1, 3, 5 

  3. ((c))

    4, 2, 6, 3, 1, 5

  4. ((d))

    4, 2, 6, 1, 3, 5

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

2, 4, 6, 3, 1, 5

4

The sequence of folding a piece of paper and the manner in which the folded paper is cut is shown in the following figures. How would this paper look when

unfolded?

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

5

Select the Venn diagram that best illustrates the relationship between the following classes.

Spoon, Soup, Rice

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

6

A paper is folded cut as shown below. How will it appear when unfolded?

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

7

If ‘+’ means ‘–’, ‘–’ means ‘×’, ‘×’ means ‘÷’, ‘÷’ means ‘+’, then what will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following equation?

14 – 7 ÷ 42 × 6 + 33 = ?

  1. ((a))

    72

  2. ((b))

    84

  3. ((c))

    68

  4. ((d))

    56

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

72

8

A paper is folded and cut as shown below. How will it appear when unfolded?

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

9

In a certain code language, ‘HUSTLE’ is written as ‘SFHEOT’ and 'BRIGHT' is written as 'IIBTSG'. How will ‘TUNNEL’ be written in that language?

  1. ((a))

    NRTPEN

  2. ((b))

    NGTYPN

  3. ((c))

    NFTLVN

  4. ((d))

    RNLPED

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

NRTPEN

10

If ‘+’ means ‘−’, ‘−’ means ‘×’, ‘×’ means ‘÷’ and ‘÷’ means ‘+’, what will come in place of ‘?’ in the following equation?

83 ÷ 12 - 65 × 13 + 47 = ?

  1. ((a))

    92

  2. ((b))

    96

  3. ((c))

    79

  4. ((d))

    108

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

92

11

Select the option that represents the letters that, when sequentially placed from left to right in the blanks below, will complete the letter series.

P _ _ O N _ L B _ N P L _ O _ P L _ _ N

  1. ((a))

    L B P O B N B O

  2. ((b))

    L B P B O N B O 

  3. ((c))

    L P B O B N N O

  4. ((d))

    L B P O B B N O 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

L B P O B N B O

12

Two different position of the same, the six faces of which are numbered from 1 to 6. Select the number that will be on the face opposite to the one showing '4'.

  1. ((a))

    5

  2. ((b))

    1

  3. ((c))

    3

  4. ((d))

    6

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

5

13

Two statements are given, followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.

Statements:

All kids are small.

Some funny are kids.

Conclusions:

I) Some funny are small.

II) Some small are kids.

  1. ((a))

    Only Conclusion I follows

  2. ((b))

    Both Conclusions I and II follow. 

  3. ((c))

    Only Conclusion II follows. 

  4. ((d))

    Neither Conclusion I nor II follows. 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only Conclusion I follows

14

Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?

3, 5, 7, 12, 37, 69, 357, ?

  1. ((a))

    656

  2. ((b))

    645

  3. ((c))

    665

  4. ((d))

    654

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

656

15

Select the figure from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

16

In a certain code language, ‘ACTION’ is written as ‘TXANLI’ and 'DEBATE' is written as 'BVDEGA'. How will ‘CHANGE’ be written in that language?

  1. ((a))

    ATHFN 

  2. ((b))

    HRPEIU 

  3. ((c))

    BJDLER 

  4. ((d))

    ASCETN

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

ATHFN 

17

Select the figure that will replace the question mark (?) in the following figure series.

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

18

If A denotes ‘+’, B denotes ‘×’, C denotes ‘−’, and D denotes ‘÷’, then what will be the value of the following equation?

16 B 5 A 112 D 8 C 32 = ?

  1. ((a))

    65

  2. ((b))

    72

  3. ((c))

    62

  4. ((d))

    57

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

65

19

A @ B means ‘A is the husband of B’

A & B means ‘A is the mother of B’

A # B means ‘A is the daughter of B’

If L @ M & K @ J # P, then how is J related to L?

  1. ((a))

    Son’s wife

  2. ((b))

    Daughter’s husband

  3. ((c))

    Mother

  4. ((d))

    Son

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Son’s wife

20

X, from his house, ran 200 steps towards the east and then ran 30 steps after turning to his right to reach a monastery. He then ran 30 steps towards his right and reached a point W. He then turned again towards his right and ran 30 steps. From there, turning towards his right he ran 130 steps. He then turned towards his left and ran 10 steps to reach a bakery. In which direction is the bakery with respect to X’s house?

  1. ((a))

    East

  2. ((b))

    South-East 

  3. ((c))

    North-East 

  4. ((d))

    North

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

East

21

Select the option which is related to the third word in the same way as the second word is related to the first word. (The words should be treated as meaningful words, and should not be related to each other on the basis of number of letters/consonants/vowels in the word.)

 

Alas : Woe : Beauty : ?

  1. ((a))

    Expunge

  2. ((b))

    Inelegance

  3. ((c))

    Crudeness

  4. ((d))

    Charm

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Expunge

22

Six students Shree, Dayal, Sharda, Tripti, Shrishti and Manju are sitting around a circular table facing the centre (not necessarily in the same order). Shree is an immediate neighbour of both Dayal and Tripti. Manju is sitting second to the right of Dayal. Shrishti is an immediate neighbour of both Manju and Tripti.

Who is an immediate neighbour of Sharda?

  1. ((a))

    Dayal

  2. ((b))

    Shree

  3. ((c))

    Tripti

  4. ((d))

    Shrishti

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Dayal

23

In a certain code language, “GBTA” is coded as “24” and “ZWQVI” is coded as “30”. How will “DLUCPR” be coded in that language?

  1. ((a))

    30

  2. ((b))

    28

  3. ((c))

    24

  4. ((d))

    36

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

30

24

Select the option which is related to the third word in the same way as the second word is related to the first word. (The words should be treated as meaningful words, and should not be related to each other on the basis of number of letters/consonants/vowels in the word.)

 

Whale : Mammal : : Crocodile : ?

  1. ((a))

    Rodent

  2. ((b))

    Amphibian

  3. ((c))

    Sea

  4. ((d))

    Reptile

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rodent

25

Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following sets.

(NOTE : Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13 - Operations on 13 such as adding/subtracting/multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed.)

(13, 18, 21)

(11, 25, 8)

  1. ((a))

    (6, 10, 12) 

  2. ((b))

    (4, 12, 24)

  3. ((c))

    (8, 16, 23)

  4. ((d))

    (14, 33, 9) 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

(6, 10, 12) 

26

If ‘+’ means ‘divided by’, ‘ ̶ ’ means ‘added to’, ‘×’ means ‘subtracted from’ and ‘÷’ means ‘multiplied by’, then what will be the value of the following expression?

[{(23 × 15) - (2 ÷ 2)} + (2 - 4)] ÷ 2

  1. ((a))

    8

  2. ((b))

    2

  3. ((c))

    6

  4. ((d))

    4

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

8

27

Which two signs should be interchanged to make the given equation correct?

31 ÷ 48 × 7 – 322 + 23 = 353

  1. ((a))

    ÷ and – 

  2. ((b))

    – and × 

  3. ((c))

    × and +

  4. ((d))

    ÷ and +

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

÷ and – 

28

Select the option that is related to the fourth term in the same way as the first term is related to the second term and the fifth term is related to the sixth term.

5 ∶ 24 ∶ ∶ ? ∶ 143 ∶ ∶ 4 ∶ 15

  1. ((a))

    7

  2. ((b))

    12

  3. ((c))

    8

  4. ((d))

    11

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

7

29

Which of the following terms will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?

LDEA NGIF ? RMQP TPUU

  1. ((a))

    PMJK

  2. ((b))

    PIMK

  3. ((c))

    PMIK

  4. ((d))

    PJMK

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

PMJK

30

If the given sheet is folded to form a cube, which of the given figures are possible? (The numbers are shown to indicate the sides only.)

 

  1. ((a))

    All 1, 2, 3 and 4

  2. ((b))

    Only 2 and 3 

  3. ((c))

    Only 1, 2 and 3

  4. ((d))

    Only 2, 3 and 4 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

All 1, 2, 3 and 4

31

Select the option that represents the letters that, when placed from left to right in the blanks below, will complete the letter series.

P _ R R _ P Q _ _ S _ Q R _ S P _ R R S

  1. ((a))

    R Q P Q R S Q 

  2. ((b))

    S Q R R Q P R 

  3. ((c))

    S Q Q R R P Q

  4. ((d))

    Q S R R P R Q

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

R Q P Q R S Q 

32

Four letter-clusters have been given, out of which three are alike in some manner and one is different. Select the odd letter-cluster.

  1. ((a))

    NJPM

  2. ((b))

    EAFD

  3. ((c))

    VRWU

  4. ((d))

    LHMK

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

NJPM

33

In a certain code language, 'COACH' is coded as XAOHC and 'BERTH' is coded as WREHT. How will 'TRAIN' be coded in the same language? 

  1. ((a))

    OARNI

  2. ((b))

    PARNI

  3. ((c))

    PARIN

  4. ((d))

    ONIAR

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

OARNI

34

If the given sheet is folded to form a cube, which of the following figure is possible?

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

35

In a certain code language, 'HORSE' is coded as 75 and 'MOVE' is coded as 63. How will 'RACE' be coded in that language?

  1. ((a))

    46

  2. ((b))

    32

  3. ((c))

    48

  4. ((d))

    35

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

46

36

Seven students A, B, C, D, E, F and G are sitting around a circular table facing the centre. C is an immediate neighbour of both E and F. D is sitting third to the left of C and to the immediate right of A. A is sitting second to the right of E. B is an immediate neighbour of both E and A. G is to the immediate left of F. Who is the immediate neigbour of both C and G?

  1. ((a))

    E

  2. ((b))

    F

  3. ((c))

    A

  4. ((d))

    D

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

E

37

Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?

261, 232, 203, ?, 145, 116

  1. ((a))

    174

  2. ((b))

    188

  3. ((c))

    192

  4. ((d))

    186

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

174

38

Select the option figure in which the given figure is embedded as its part (rotation is NOT allowed). 

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

39

Select the option figure in which the given figure is embedded as its part (rotation is NOT allowed).

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

40

Select the option that represents the correct order of the given words as they would appear in an English dictionary?

1.Puritan

2.Purpose

3.Purge

4.Purgatory

5.Purify

  1. ((a))

    3, 4, 5, 1, 2 

  2. ((b))

    5, 4, 3, 1, 2

  3. ((c))

    4, 5, 3, 1, 2

  4. ((d))

    4, 3, 5, 1, 2 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

3, 4, 5, 1, 2 

41

Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following set.

(NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13 – Operations on 13 such as adding /subtracting /multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is NOT allowed)

(1, 16 , 3)

(21, 529, 2)

  1. ((a))

    (5, 189, 8)

  2. ((b))

    (7, 364, 12)

  3. ((c))

    (11, 429, 2)

  4. ((d))

    (8, 100, 2) 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

(5, 189, 8)

42

Select a suitable figure from the answer figures which would replace the question mark (?).

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

43

Select the option that is related to the fourth term in the same way as the first term is related to the second term and the fifth term is related to the sixth term.

2 ∶ 26 ∶ ∶ ? ∶ 152 ∶ ∶ 27 ∶ 1026

  1. ((a))

    6

  2. ((b))

    8

  3. ((c))

    24

  4. ((d))

    13

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

6

44

Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?

112, 129, 150, 175, 204, ?

  1. ((a))

    240

  2. ((b))

    234

  3. ((c))

    237

  4. ((d))

    245

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

240

45

Sona goes to a park every day for walking. One morning, she started walking from her home and walked 40 km towards the north. Then she turned to the right and walked 60 km. Again, she turned right and walked 40 km. Lastly, she took a left turn and walked 60 km. In which direction and how far is she from her home?

  1. ((a))

    East, 90 km 

  2. ((b))

    West, 120 km

  3. ((c))

    West, 60 km

  4. ((d))

    East, 120 km 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

East, 90 km 

46

If '+' means '–' , '–' means '×' , '×' means '÷' and '÷' means '+', then what will come in place of (?) in the given equation?

30 + 5 – 2 × 10 ÷ 2 = ?

  1. ((a))

    50

  2. ((b))

    31

  3. ((c))

    80

  4. ((d))

    60

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

50

47

In this question, three statements are given, followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follows/follow from the statements.

Statements:

I. Some rooms are cages.

II. Some cages are enclosures.

III. All enclosures are houses.

Conclusions:

I. Some houses are cages.

II. All rooms are enclosures.

  1. ((a))

    Both conclusions I and II follow

  2. ((b))

    Only conclusion I follows 

  3. ((c))

    Neither conclusion I nor II follows

  4. ((d))

    Only conclusion II follows 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Both conclusions I and II follow

48

Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?

38, 57, 40, 59, 42, ?

  1. ((a))

    59

  2. ((b))

    62

  3. ((c))

    60

  4. ((d))

    61

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

59

49

Three of the following letter-clusters are alike in some manner and one is different. Select the one that is different.

  1. ((a))

    JEAX

  2. ((b))

    DYUR

  3. ((c))

    WDXC

  4. ((d))

    QLHE

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

JEAX

50

Three Statements are given followed by Three conclusions numbered I, II and III. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.

Statements:

All plains are mountains.

No sea is a mountain.

Some valleys are seas.

Conclusions:

I. Some valleys are plains.

II. No valley is a mountain.

III. No sea is a plain.

  1. ((a))

    Only conclusion III follows.

  2. ((b))

    Only conclusion II follows. 

  3. ((c))

    Both conclusions I and II follow.

  4. ((d))

    Only conclusion I follows.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only conclusion III follows.

General Knowledge and General Awareness (50 questions)

51

Which of the following options are homogeneous mixtures? 

  1. ((a))

    Solution, colloid, suspension, milk, toothpaste, salt water, brass

  2. ((b))

    Solution, salt water, brass

  3. ((c))

    Solution, colloid, milk, toothpaste, salt water, brass

  4. ((d))

    Colloid, suspension, milk, toothpaste 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Solution, colloid, suspension, milk, toothpaste, salt water, brass

52

Padma Bhushan awardee Kumudini Lakhia is renowned for which of the following dance forms? 

  1. ((a))

    Bharatanatyam

  2. ((b))

    Kathak

  3. ((c))

    Kuchipudi

  4. ((d))

    Odissi

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Bharatanatyam

53

When was the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) launched? 

  1. ((a))

    2006

  2. ((b))

    2008

  3. ((c))

    2012

  4. ((d))

    2009

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

2006

54

The agricultural land below the main canal water level forms the ________.

  1. ((a))

    Flow system

  2. ((b))

    Lift system

  3. ((c))

    Command area 

  4. ((d))

    Warebandi

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Flow system

55

Identify the group of major Jute producing states of India.

  1. ((a))

    Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh 

  2. ((b))

    West Bengal, Bihar, Assam, Odisha

  3. ((c))

    Punjab, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh

  4. ((d))

    Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh 

56

Which of the following is NOT a correct match? 

  1. ((a))

    Voltage - Volts

  2. ((b))

    Resistance - Ohm

  3. ((c))

    Conductance - Siemens 

  4. ((d))

    Capacitance - Dyne 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Voltage - Volts

57

Who was the eldest of four sons of Babur?

  1. ((a))

    Hindal

  2. ((b))

    Askari

  3. ((c))

    Kamran

  4. ((d))

    Humayun

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Hindal

58

In Which year did Ernst Haeckel introduced the term ‘ecology’ to describe the economies of living forms? 

  1. ((a))

    1888

  2. ((b))

    1884

  3. ((c))

    1887

  4. ((d))

    1866

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1888

59

Which of the following rights was deleted from the list of fundamental rights by the 44th Constitutional Amendment Act?

  1. ((a))

    Right to freedom of religion

  2. ((b))

    Right to property 

  3. ((c))

    Right to freedom

  4. ((d))

    Right to equality 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Right to freedom of religion

60

In football, a kick is awarded to the opposition player when a player has committed a foul. What is the kick called? 

  1. ((a))

    Bicycle kick 

  2. ((b))

    Free kick

  3. ((c))

    Wide kick

  4. ((d))

    Goal kick 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Bicycle kick 

61

Which Article of the Constitution clarifies that policies like 'reservation' is not a violation of right to equality? 

  1. ((a))

    Article 16 (4)

  2. ((b))

    Article 14 (1)

  3. ((c))

    Article 21 

  4. ((d))

    Article 15 (2)

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Article 16 (4)

62

Why do pickles last longer?

  1. ((a))

    Only beneficial bacteria can grow in the pickle. 

  2. ((b))

    The water content of the pickle protect the pickle from spoilage.

  3. ((c))

    Pickle is prepared in a vacuum so that no harmful bacteria can grow on it.

  4. ((d))

    Bacterial and fungal cells get plasmolysed in high salt concentration of pickle.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only beneficial bacteria can grow in the pickle. 

63

The black soil of the Deccan Plateau lacks which of the following minerals? 

  1. ((a))

    Phosphorous

  2. ((b))

    Potash

  3. ((c))

    Iron

  4. ((d))

    Lime

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Phosphorous

64

Which of the following is an autobiography of the international tennis player Andre Agassi?

  1. ((a))

    Open: An Autobiography

  2. ((b))

    Becoming

  3. ((c))

    Too Many Reasons to Live

  4. ((d))

    Me

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Open: An Autobiography

65

Which of the following CANNOT be grouped under physiographic divisions of India?

  1. ((a))

    The Himalayas

  2. ((b))

    Appalachian Mountains 

  3. ((c))

    The Indian Desert 

  4. ((d))

    The Island

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

The Himalayas

66

Which trend is found about the distance between the galaxies? 

  1. ((a))

    Constant

  2. ((b))

    Increasing

  3. ((c))

    Unpredictable

  4. ((d))

    Decreasing

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Constant

67

Identify the pigment that gives blood its colour. 

  1. ((a))

    Ferritin

  2. ((b))

    Chlorophyll

  3. ((c))

    Xanthophyll

  4. ((d))

    Haemoglobin

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Ferritin

68

Which Manipuri dance expert founded Govindji Nartanalaya dance school for women in Imphal? 

  1. ((a))

    Guru Bipin Singh

  2. ((b))

    Rajkumar Singhajit Singh 

  3. ((c))

    Guru Amubi

  4. ((d))

    Phanjoubam Iboton Singh

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Guru Bipin Singh

69

Who was the teacher of the famous musician Tansen?

  1. ((a))

    Ravidas

  2. ((b))

    Swami Haridas

  3. ((c))

    Kalidas

  4. ((d))

    Surdas

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Ravidas

70

What is the chemical formula for the aldehyde group? 

  1. ((a))

    – COOH

  2. ((b))

    – OH 

  3. ((c))

    – CH2O

  4. ((d))

    – CHO

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

– COOH

71

Who among the following was the successor of Muhammad-Bin Tughlaq to the throne?

  1. ((a))

    Nais-ud-Din Mahmud Shah Tughlaq 

  2. ((b))

    Firoz Shah Tughlaq

  3. ((c))

    Abu Bakr Shah Tughlaq

  4. ((d))

    Ghiyath-ud-din Tughlaq Shah II

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Nais-ud-Din Mahmud Shah Tughlaq 

72

Kuchipudi originated in which of the following states?

  1. ((a))

    Kerala

  2. ((b))

    Tamil Nadu

  3. ((c))

    Gujarat

  4. ((d))

    Andhra Pradesh

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Kerala

73

According to the 2011 Census, any person aged _______ and above and has the ability to read and write is considered literate. 

  1. ((a))

    twelve

  2. ((b))

    six

  3. ((c))

    seven

  4. ((d))

    ten

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

twelve

74

Which scientist synthesised an organic compound, urea, from an inorganic compound, ammonium cyanate? 

  1. ((a))

    F Wohler

  2. ((b))

    Kolbe

  3. ((c))

    Berthelot

  4. ((d))

    Berzelius

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

F Wohler

75

Which state among the following started the Hornbill Festival to encourage interaction among the tribes and to promote the cultural heritage of the state?

  1. ((a))

    Chhattisgarh

  2. ((b))

    West Bengal

  3. ((c))

    Assam

  4. ((d))

    Nagaland

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Chhattisgarh

76

Who among the following was NOT associated with ‘Prarthana Sabha’? 

  1. ((a))

    Govind Ranade 

  2. ((b))

    Atmaram Pandurang 

  3. ((c))

    RG Bhandarkar

  4. ((d))

    Motilal Nehru

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Govind Ranade 

77

Which of the following is a primary arylamine in which an amino functional group is substituted for one of the benzene hydrogens?

  1. ((a))

    Quinoline

  2. ((b))

    Aniline

  3. ((c))

    Pyridine

  4. ((d))

    Toluidine

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Quinoline

78

Which of the following years was declared as the international year of micro credit by the UN? 

  1. ((a))

    2008

  2. ((b))

    2004

  3. ((c))

    2002

  4. ((d))

    2005

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

2008

79

Which of the following books has been written by the Booker Prize winner Kiran Desai?

  1. ((a))

    A Fine Balance 

  2. ((b))

    The Year of Runaways

  3. ((c))

    The Inheritance of Loss

  4. ((d))

    Shantaram

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

A Fine Balance 

80

Which Article of the Indian Constitution lays the condition that the President, once elected, shall NOT be a member of the either House of Parliament or state legislature?

  1. ((a))

    Article 62 

  2. ((b))

    Article 59

  3. ((c))

    Article 80

  4. ((d))

    Article 79

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Article 62 

81

The Landholder’s Society was founded to look after the interests of which class?

  1. ((a))

    Landlords

  2. ((b))

    Labour

  3. ((c))

    Farmers

  4. ((d))

    Traders

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Landlords

82

Who first observed ribosomes in the mid-1950s and described them as small particles in the cytoplasm that were preferentially attached to the endoplasmic reticulum membrane? 

  1. ((a))

    Ernst Abbe

  2. ((b))

    Albert Kolliker

  3. ((c))

    Carl Zeiss

  4. ((d))

    George E Palade

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Ernst Abbe

83

Under the Regulating Act of 1773, the King-in-Council created a Supreme Court in which of the following places? 

  1. ((a))

    Calcutta

  2. ((b))

    Delhi

  3. ((c))

    Madras

  4. ((d))

    Bombay

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Calcutta

84

The liability to pay the tax and the actual burden of which of the following taxes lie on two different persons? 

  1. ((a))

    Corporation Tax

  2. ((b))

    Income Tax

  3. ((c))

    Capital Gains Tax

  4. ((d))

    Goods and Services Tax 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Corporation Tax

85

Which schedule of the Constitution of India contains provisions for disqualification of legislator on the ground of defection?

  1. ((a))

    Schedule-X

  2. ((b))

    Schedule-IX

  3. ((c))

    Schedule-XI

  4. ((d))

    Schedule-VIII

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Schedule-X

86

Match list I to list II.

LIST ILIST II
a)Second Five-year plani)1974-1978
b)Fifth Five-year planii)1956-1961
c)Eight Five-year planiii)1992-1997
  1. ((a))

    a - iii, b - i, c - ii

  2. ((b))

    a - i, b - ii, c - iii

  3. ((c))

    a - i, b - iii, c - ii

  4. ((d))

    a - ii, b - i, c - iii

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

a - iii, b - i, c - ii

87

Consider the following statements regarding the Indo Greeks.

  1. The most celebrated Indo-Greek ruler was Menander.
  2. Menander has been identified with King Milinda mentioned in the famous Buddhist text Milindapanho.
  3. Milindapanho contains philosophical questions that Milinda asked Amrapali.
  4. Impressed by the answers, King Milinda accepted Buddhism as his religion. Which among the above statements are correct.
  1. ((a))

    Only 1, 2 and 3

  2. ((b))

    Only 1, 3 and 4

  3. ((c))

    Only 1, 2 and 4

  4. ((d))

    Only 3, 2 and 4

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only 1, 2 and 3

88

How many cities are covered under the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) scheme? 

  1. ((a))

    200

  2. ((b))

    300

  3. ((c))

    400

  4. ((d))

    500

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

200

89

Which Article of the Constitution of India prohibits forced labour? 

  1. ((a))

    Article 23 

  2. ((b))

    Article 21

  3. ((c))

    Article 22

  4. ((d))

    Article 20

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Article 23 

90

Select the correct combination of the temple and the state in which it is located. 

  1. ((a))

    Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga–Uttarakhand

  2. ((b))

    Kamakhya Temple–Assam

  3. ((c))

    Jagannath Temple–West Bengal

  4. ((d))

    Somnath Jyotirlinga Temple–Maharashtra

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga–Uttarakhand

91

The age of the Earth is currently thought to be: 

  1. ((a))

    4.5 billion years

  2. ((b))

    4 billion years

  3. ((c))

    3.5 billion years 

  4. ((d))

    5 billion years

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

4.5 billion years

92

As per Article 361 of the Constitution of India, who among the following shall NOT be answerable to any court for the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of his/her office?

  1. ((a))

    Chief Minister

  2. ((b))

    Secretary

  3. ((c))

    Prime Minister 

  4. ((d))

    Governor

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Chief Minister

93

Which of the following states will host 2023 Men’s Hockey World Cup? 

  1. ((a))

    Chhattisgarh

  2. ((b))

    Jharkhand

  3. ((c))

    Maharashtra

  4. ((d))

    Odisha

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Chhattisgarh

94

The Bishnu Rabha Award 2019 went to the noted ________ dance exponent Kumari Laitjonam Ebampisok Devi.

  1. ((a))

    Odissi

  2. ((b))

    Manipuri

  3. ((c))

    Kuchipudi

  4. ((d))

    Kathakali

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Odissi

95

How many balls are there in an over in cricket?

  1. ((a))

    4

  2. ((b))

    6

  3. ((c))

    7

  4. ((d))

    5

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

4

96

When did the first Five-Year Plan end?

  1. ((a))

    March 1956 

  2. ((b))

    January 1956

  3. ((c))

    December 1955 

  4. ((d))

    February 1956

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

March 1956 

97

When was the first World Weightlifting Championship organized by the World Weightlifting Federation in London, UK?

  1. ((a))

    March 1891

  2. ((b))

    March 1991 

  3. ((c))

    March 2000

  4. ((d))

    March 1895 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

March 1891

98

Chapchar Kut festival is predominantly celebrated in _________.

  1. ((a))

    Nagaland

  2. ((b))

    Mizoram

  3. ((c))

    Manipur

  4. ((d))

    Meghalaya

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Nagaland

99

Choose the INCORRECT statement out of the following.

  1. ((a))

    Most parts of the country receive rainfall from June to September. 

  2. ((b))

    The annual precipitation in Meghalaya is over 400 cm. 

  3. ((c))

    Some parts like the Tamil Nadu’s coast gets a large portion of its rains during October and November. 

  4. ((d))

    There is increase in rainfall generally from east to west in the Northern Plains. 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Most parts of the country receive rainfall from June to September. 

100

Pandit Ram Narayan a famous instrumentalist, is known for playing which of the following instruments?

  1. ((a))

    Ghatam

  2. ((b))

    Veena

  3. ((c))

    Sarod

  4. ((d))

    Sarangi

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Ghatam

Quantitative Aptitude (50 questions)

101

If  113÷25×x5=114×23÷161 \frac{1}{3} \div \frac{2}{5} \times \frac{x}{5} = 1 \frac{1}{4} \times \frac{2}{3} \div \frac{1}{6}, then the value of x is:

  1. ((a))

    5.5 

  2. ((b))

    7.5

  3. ((c))

    7.0

  4. ((d))

    15

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

5.5 

102

The table below shows the number of trees planted by the government in 4 different years.

 

YearNeemOakBirch
2019200030004000
2020300040005000
2021500060007000
2022700080009000
<br>

Find the ratio between the number of neem trees planted in the year 2021 and the number of birch trees planted in the year 2022 .

  1. ((a))

    5 ∶ 9

  2. ((b))

    3 ∶ 7

  3. ((c))

    5 ∶ 8

  4. ((d))

    3 ∶ 8

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

5 ∶ 9

103

The value of a2−(b−c)2(a+c)2−b2+b2−(a−c)2(a+b)2−c2+c2−(a−b)2(b+c)2−a2\frac{a^2-(b-c)^2}{(a+c)^2-b^2}+\frac{b^2-(a-c)^2}{(a+b)^2-c^2}+\frac{c^2-(a-b)^2}{(b+c)^2-a^2} is:

  1. ((a))

    1

  2. ((b))

    2

  3. ((c))
    • 1
  4. ((d))

    3

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1

104

Jimmy has to cover a distance of 88 Km in 16 hours. If she covers half of the journey in 34\frac{3}{4} time, then what should be her speed to cover the remaining distance in the time left?

  1. ((a))

    12 km/h

  2. ((b))

    10 km/h 

  3. ((c))

    11 km/h 

  4. ((d))

    13 km/h 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

12 km/h

105

The area of a rhombus having one side measuring 17 cm and one diagonal measuring 16 cm is:

  1. ((a))

    280 cm2

  2. ((b))

    180 cm2

  3. ((c))

    240 cm2

  4. ((d))

    210 cm2

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

280 cm2

106

In an election between two candidates, 30% of the electorate did not cast their votes. 20% of the votes polled were found invalid. The winning candidate got 64% of the valid votes and won by a majority of 3136 votes. Find the number of voters enrolled in the voter list.

  1. ((a))

    20000

  2. ((b))

    25000

  3. ((c))

    24000

  4. ((d))

    30000

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

20000

107

If perimeter of the circle is 13.2 cm, then the radius of the circle is ____. 

(Take π = 227\frac{22}{7})

  1. ((a))

    6.6 cm

  2. ((b))

    4.2 cm

  3. ((c))

    2.1 cm

  4. ((d))

    3.3 cm

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

6.6 cm

108

If cos A = 111\frac{1}{11}, then find the value of cot A.

  1. ((a))

    23011\frac{2\sqrt 30}{11}

  2. ((b))

    2√30

  3. ((c))

    1230\frac{1}{2\sqrt 30}

  4. ((d))

    11230\frac{11}{2\sqrt 30}

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

23011\frac{2\sqrt 30}{11}

109

If cosec A + cot A = 3, 0 ≤ A ≤ 90°, then find the value of cos A. 

  1. ((a))

    34\frac{3}{4}

  2. ((b))

    25\frac{2}{5}

  3. ((c))

    35\frac{3}{5}

  4. ((d))

    45\frac{4}{5}

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

34\frac{3}{4}

110

Study the given table and answer the question that follows. The table shows the number of employees in five different organisations A, B, C, D and E in different departments.

Dept ↓ Org →ABCDE
HR105010159768881004
Finance10179607861025963
Marketing13821384127513001290
Production15421545455015701580
Accounts786745801800735
Legal4854363053
Total58255703542456135625

 

Which department has a minimum number of employees in each organisation?

  1. ((a))

    Marketing

  2. ((b))

    Production

  3. ((c))

    Accounts

  4. ((d))

    Legal

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Marketing

111

The monthly salary of a person is Rs. 50,000. He spends 40% of his salary on household expenses, 25% on rent, and 15% on transportation, and saves the remaining amount. What is his yearly savings?

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 1,00,000 

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 1,10,000 

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 1,20,000

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 90,000

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rs. 1,00,000 

112

The average weight of 49 students is 53 kg. When a new student is admitted to the class, the average decreases by 500 g. Find the weight of the new student.

  1. ((a))

    48 kg

  2. ((b))

    18 kg

  3. ((c))

    28 kg

  4. ((d))

    38 kg

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

48 kg

113

The monthly budget of an average household is given in the following table.

CategoryFoodClothingRentSavings
Amount8000200060004000
<br>

The percentage of the monthly budget spent on clothing is:

  1. ((a))

    10%

  2. ((b))

    12%

  3. ((c))

    8% 

  4. ((d))

    4%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

10%

114

Two mixtures A and B have the following compositions:

Mixture A has copper and tin in a ratio of 1 ∶ 2

Mixture B has copper and tin in a ratio of 1 ∶ 3

If equal quantities of mixtures A and B are used for producing mixture C, then find the ratio of copper and tin in mixture C.

  1. ((a))

    2 ∶ 5

  2. ((b))

    1 ∶ 5

  3. ((c))

    7 ∶ 17

  4. ((d))

    7 ∶ 12

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

2 ∶ 5

115

Study the given table and answer the question that follows.

The table shows the percentage population of four states below poverty line and proportion of male to female.

StatePercentage of population below poverty lineProportion of male to female
Below poverty lineAbove poverty line
Male : FemaleMale : Female
P283 ∶ 27 ∶ 3
Q154 ∶ 76 ∶ 5
R245 ∶ 33 ∶ 3
S132 ∶ 51 ∶ 3
<br>

If the total population of state R is 26,000, then what is the number of females

above poverty line in state R?

  1. ((a))

    9,780

  2. ((b))

    9,880

  3. ((c))

    9,560

  4. ((d))

    9,950

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

9,780

116

Two pipes can fill a cistern in 12 hours and 16 hours, respectively. The pipes are opened simultaneously and it is found that due to leakage at the bottom, it takes 90 minutes more to fill the cistern. How much time will the leakage take to empty the completely filled tank?

  1. ((a))

    36294936 \frac{29}{49} h

  2. ((b))

    38104938 \frac{10}{49} h

  3. ((c))

    39134939 \frac{13}{49} h

  4. ((d))

    37154937 \frac{15}{49} h

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

36294936 \frac{29}{49} h

117

In an election between two candidates, the difference between the candidates who won and lost was 2,500 votes. The candidate who won got 75% of the votes, and there were no invalid votes. The total number of votes polled of the losing candidate was:

  1. ((a))

    1875

  2. ((b))

    5000

  3. ((c))

    1250

  4. ((d))

    3750

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1875

118

If the volume of a sphere is 38808 cm3 , then its surface area is:

  1. ((a))

    5554 cm2

  2. ((b))

    5574 cm2

  3. ((c))

    5564 cm2

  4. ((d))

    5544 cm2

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

5554 cm2

119

The cost price of pulses is 12% less than the selling price. Using a faulty weighing machine, shopkeeper is able to earn 25% profit. How much per cent of the faulty machine shows more weight as compared to the actual weight (Rounded off to the nearest integer)?

  1. ((a))

    13%

  2. ((b))

    15%

  3. ((c))

    10%

  4. ((d))

    14%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

13%

120

A goods train 350 m long passes through a tunnel of 1250m in 80 seconds. What is the speed of the train?

  1. ((a))

    72 km/h 

  2. ((b))

    64 km/h

  3. ((c))

    78 km/h 

  4. ((d))

    56 km/h

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

72 km/h 

121

The value of 1+sin⁡A1−sin⁡A\sqrt{\frac{1+\sin A}{1-\sin A}} is:

  1. ((a))

    sec A - tan A 

  2. ((b))

    cosec A + cot A 

  3. ((c))

    sec A + tan A

  4. ((d))

    cosec A - cot A 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

sec A - tan A 

122

The average weight of A, B and C is 77 kg. If the average weight of A and B is 68 kg and that of B and C is 83 kg, then the weight (in kg) of B is:

  1. ((a))

    74

  2. ((b))

    71

  3. ((c))

    73

  4. ((d))

    67

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

74

123

In a megastore, the following data reveals the units purchased during the years.

What is the percentage growth in total units purchased (of all the three products) in 2015 and 2020?

YearTeaCoffeeCold drink
20156504501008
20167304021092
2017710354770
2018570438812
20198203901043
20208305011330
  1. ((a))

    21.68 percent 

  2. ((b))

    22.75 percent 

  3. ((c))

    26.23 percent

  4. ((d))

    25.76 percent

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

21.68 percent 

124

In a triangle LMN, OP is a line segment drawn parallel to the side MN. OP intersects the sides LM and LN at O and P, respectively. If LM = 15 cm, OM = 4 cm, and PN = 5 cm, then what is the length (in cm) of the side LN?

  1. ((a))

    16.25

  2. ((b))

    18.75

  3. ((c))

    20.25

  4. ((d))

    22.75

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

16.25

125

The diameter of a hemisphere is equal to the diagonal of a rectangle of length 4 cm and breadth 3 cm. Find the total surface area (in cm2) of the hemisphere.

  1. ((a))

    25π 

  2. ((b))

    75π4\frac{75\pi }{4}

  3. ((c))

    50π4\frac{50\pi }{4}

  4. ((d))

    25π4\frac{25\pi }{4}

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

25π 

126

If the HCF of 45 and 55 is expressible in the form of 55 × 5 + 45m, then what is the value of m?

  1. ((a))

    – 6

  2. ((b))

    5

  3. ((c))

    6

  4. ((d))
    • 5
Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

– 6

127

In a ΔPQR, ∠P=90°, ∠R=47° and PS⊥QR. Find the value of ∠QPS. 

  1. ((a))

    43°

  2. ((b))

    47° 

  3. ((c))

    45°

  4. ((d))

    40°

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

43°

128

Find the mean proportion of x3y and xy3.

  1. ((a))

    x2y2 

  2. ((b))

    x3y3

  3. ((c))

    xy

  4. ((d))

    x4y4

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

x2y2 

129

Which of the following numbers leaves the remainder equal to the highest common factor of 6, 8 and 9, when divided by 6, 8 and 9? 

  1. ((a))

    291

  2. ((b))

    575

  3. ((c))

    506

  4. ((d))

    433

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

291

130

What is the smallest perfect square number which is completely divisible by 4, 6, 9, 12 and 15?

  1. ((a))

    784

  2. ((b))

    900

  3. ((c))

    961

  4. ((d))

    841 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

784

131

Find the least number which when divided by 4, 9, 12 and 15, leaves the remainder 3 in each case.

  1. ((a))

    360

  2. ((b))

    183

  3. ((c))

    193

  4. ((d))

    180

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

360

132

36 equally efficient workers can paint 25 identical walls in 48 days. In how many days can 45 such workers paint 60 such walls?

  1. ((a))

    92.36

  2. ((b))

    92.16

  3. ((c))

    91.96 

  4. ((d))

    91.16

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

92.36

133

Determine the LCM of two numbers if their HCF is 12 and their ratio is 13 ∶ 15. 

  1. ((a))

    1780

  2. ((b))

    2450

  3. ((c))

    1890

  4. ((d))

    2340

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1780

134

Ramesh gives fifteen per cent additional discount along with a discount of 25% on the marked price of a sofa set. If the selling price of the sofa set is Rs. 12,750, then find the marked price of the sofa set. 

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 20,000

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 23,000 

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 22,000

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 24,000 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rs. 20,000

135

Study the given graph and answer the question that follows.

The graph shows data regarding number of boys and girls studying in class 5 in four different schools.

<br> <br>

What is the difference between total number of boys studying in school P and Q together and the total number of girls in the same schools together?

  1. ((a))

    38

  2. ((b))

    45

  3. ((c))

    40

  4. ((d))

    35

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

38

136

The given pie chart shows the distribution of land under various food crops. The expenditure invested on these food crops is Rs. 25,000 per annum. Study the pie chart carefully and answer the question that follows.

The expenditure invested in Rice and Barley is what percentage (correct to 2 decimal places) of the expenditure invested in Wheat and Bajra?

  1. ((a))

    206.55%

  2. ((b))

    206.66%

  3. ((c))

    260.66%

  4. ((d))

    260.55%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

206.55%

137

A vehicle is going at one-fourth of its usual speed and it takes an extra 45 minutes to reach its destination. Its usual time to cover the same distance is: 

  1. ((a))

    15 minutes

  2. ((b))

    10 minutes 

  3. ((c))

    30 minutes 

  4. ((d))

    20 minutes 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

15 minutes

138

On an item, there is an 18% discount on the marked price of Rs. 26,000. After giving an additional season’s discount, the item is sold at Rs. 16,000. How much was the season’s discount correct upto two places of decimal?

  1. ((a))

    22.45%

  2. ((b))

    24.95%

  3. ((c))

    24.65%

  4. ((d))

    35.25%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

22.45%

139

The least common multiple of 12, 18 and 27 is: 

  1. ((a))

    54

  2. ((b))

    216

  3. ((c))

    27

  4. ((d))

    108

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

54

140

A cylindrical metallic rod of diameter 2 cm and length 45 cm is melted and converted into wire of uniform thickness and length 5 m. The diameter of the wire is: 

  1. ((a))

    3 mm

  2. ((b))

    2 mm

  3. ((c))

    6 mm

  4. ((d))

    5 mm

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

3 mm

141

Sanjay and Rohan can complete a work in 8 days and 12 days, respectively. Starting with Sanjay, they work on alternate days. In how many days will the work be completed?

  1. ((a))

    8128\frac{1}{2}

  2. ((b))

    9129\frac{1}{2}

  3. ((c))

    9239\frac{2}{3}

  4. ((d))

    9139\frac{1}{3}

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

8128\frac{1}{2}

142

The following bar graph shows the milk production (in million tons) details for 4 years for three brands (P, Q, R);

What was the average production (in million tons) per year over the period of 4 years?

  1. ((a))

    90

  2. ((b))

    50

  3. ((c))

    30

  4. ((d))

    70

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

90

143

Find the least value of 16cosec2θ + 25sin2θ.

  1. ((a))

    40 

  2. ((b))

    42

  3. ((c))

    35

  4. ((d))

    38

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

40 

144

Simplify the given expression.

(1 + x)3 + (1 - x)3 + (- 2)3

  1. ((a))

    6 (1 - x2)

  2. ((b))
    • 3 (1 - x2)
  3. ((c))
    • 6 (1 - x2)
  4. ((d))

    3 (1 - x2)

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

6 (1 - x2)

145

If the base radius and the height of a right circular cone are increased by 10%, then the percentage increase in the volume is: 

  1. ((a))

    30.2%

  2. ((b))

    22.1%

  3. ((c))

    33.1%

  4. ((d))

    20.2%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

30.2%

146

A sum of money amounts to Rs. 1,200 in 2 years and becomes Rs. 1,260 in 3 years at compound interest, when interest is compounded annually. What is the rate of compound interest per annum? 

  1. ((a))

    5%

  2. ((b))

    3%

  3. ((c))

    4%

  4. ((d))

    6%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

5%

147

Kanchan lent Rs. 10,000 for 2 years and Rs, 5,000 for 4 years at the same rate of simple interest. If the total interest received by Kanchan is Rs. 2,000, then what was the rate of interest? 

  1. ((a))

    5%

  2. ((b))

    2%

  3. ((c))

    3%

  4. ((d))

    4% 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

5%

148

AB is a chord of a circle having radius 1.7 cm. If the distance of this chord AB from the centre of the circle is 0.8 cm, then what is the length (in cm) of the chord AB?

  1. ((a))

    4

  2. ((b))

    1

  3. ((c))

    3

  4. ((d))

    2

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

4

149

By selling 42 m of cloth, Vijay gains the selling price of 7 m of cloth. Find the profit percentage. 

  1. ((a))

    15% 

  2. ((b))

    30%

  3. ((c))

    20% 

  4. ((d))

    25%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

15% 

150

Study the given bar-graph and answer the question that follows.

The bar-graph displays the number of bicycles produced at a factory from 1998 to 2002.

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What was the average number of bicycles produced at the factory per year from 1998-2002?

  1. ((a))

    940

  2. ((b))

    960

  3. ((c))

    920

  4. ((d))

    880

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

940

English Comprehension (50 questions)

151

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

Extremely beautiful, elaborate or impressive

  1. ((a))

    Proficient

  2. ((b))

    Magnificent

  3. ((c))

    Transient

  4. ((d))

    Deficient

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Proficient

152

Select the most appropriate idiom for the given situation.

You wanted to speak but you controlled yourself and became patient. What have you done?

  1. ((a))

    Pin drop silence

  2. ((b))

    Dragged your feet

  3. ((c))

    Herculean task 

  4. ((d))

    Held your horses 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Pin drop silence

153

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Cruise

  1. ((a))

    Bounce

  2. ((b))

    Fall

  3. ((c))

    Distance

  4. ((d))

    Voyage

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Bounce

154

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the following sentence.

Rahim had to eat a humble pie in starting a row with his neighbour over a trifle.

  1. ((a))

    To remain without food 

  2. ((b))

    To be punished for doing something wrong

  3. ((c))

    To take simple food

  4. ((d))

    To feel sorry and apologise for a mistake 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

To remain without food 

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Discrimination refers to the inequitable or (1)________ treatment of individuals or collectives on the basis of attributes such as ethnicity, sex, age and sexual orientation. Studies have indicated that the perception of discrimination can (2)________ a series of stress-induced alterations in an individual's mental, physiological and behavioural responses. The experience of stress is known to elicit unfavourable emotional reactions, including but not limited to (3), despair and resentment. Furthermore, anxiety has been linked to a rise in health-compromising behaviours such as smoking, drinking and (4) drug use, while simultaneously causing a (5)________ in health-promoting activities such as quality sleep and vigorous exercise.

155

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1. 

  1. ((a))

    systematic

  2. ((b))

    biased

  3. ((c))

    pathetic

  4. ((d))

    tragic

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

systematic

156

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the underlined group of words.

Since God is an all-powerful creator, he has absolute control over those whom he has created.

  1. ((a))

    Voracious

  2. ((b))

    Omnipotent

  3. ((c))

    Incorrigible

  4. ((d))

    Omniscient

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Voracious

Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

The world of social media is a strange and wondrous place. It's a world where you can connect with people from all over the globe, share your thoughts and opinions, and maybe even go viral if you're lucky. But let's be real, it's also a world filled with endless cat videos, oversharing, and drama.

One of the most interesting things about social media is the way it's changed the way we communicate. We've gone from long, thoughtful emails to quick, abbreviated messages with emojis and acronyms. And don't even get me started on the whole hashtag phenomenon. It's like we're all speaking a different language now.

But there are also some downsides to this constant connection. It's easy to get sucked into the world of social media and forget about the real world around us. We're so busy scrolling through our feeds that we forget to enjoy the little moments in life. And let's not forget about the pressure to present the perfect life online. It's like we're all in a competition to see who can be the most popular, the most successful, the most enviable.

Despite all of this, I have to admit, I'm still a fan of social media. It's a great way to stay connected with friends and family, and I've even made some new friends through various online communities. Plus, let's face it, sometimes you just need a good laugh at a ridiculous meme.

157

What is the theme of the passage?  

  1. ((a))

    The dangers of spending too much time online.

  2. ((b))

    The importance of social media for businesses. 

  3. ((c))

    The positive and negative effects of social media.

  4. ((d))

    The history of social media.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

The dangers of spending too much time online.

158

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Steer clear of

  1. ((a))

    Loose temper and react furiously to someone

  2. ((b))

    Avoid someone or something because it is dangerous for you

  3. ((c))

    Show someone how to do a job or activity 

  4. ((d))

    Be kind and empathetic to someone

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Loose temper and react furiously to someone

159

Select the most appropriate idiom for the given situation focusing on the underlined segment.

The modern era statistics data provides useful advantage to the players at competent level.

  1. ((a))

    Cost an arm and a leg

  2. ((b))

    Grist to the mill 

  3. ((c))

    Put something on ice 

  4. ((d))

    Play it by ear

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Cost an arm and a leg

160

The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.

We have being / arranged the stay / for the guests at / a hillside resort.

  1. ((a))

    a hillside resort 

  2. ((b))

    We have being 

  3. ((c))

    arranged the stay 

  4. ((d))

    for the guests at 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

a hillside resort 

161

The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them may contain an error. Select the part that contains the error from the given options. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer.

We should / not make an noise / in the class.

  1. ((a))

    in the class 

  2. ((b))

    We should 

  3. ((c))

    No error

  4. ((d))

    not make an noise

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

in the class 

162

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

A collection of historical documents or records providing information about a place, institution, or group of people

  1. ((a))

    Museum

  2. ((b))

    Apostate

  3. ((c))

    Asylum

  4. ((d))

    Archive

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Museum

163

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.

Yamini is a great singer. She will make it big one day.

  1. ((a))

    Succeed and become famous

  2. ((b))

    Become financially sound 

  3. ((c))

    Educated and rich

  4. ((d))

    Migrate and settle 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Succeed and become famous

164

The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.

It is take / a couple of minutes / for the computer / to boot up.

  1. ((a))

    for the computer 

  2. ((b))

    to boot up

  3. ((c))

    a couple of minutes 

  4. ((d))

    It is take 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

for the computer 

165

Which of the following would be the most appropriate title for this passage?  

  1. ((a))

    The Joys and Sorrows of Social Media 

  2. ((b))

    The Benefits of Social Media

  3. ((c))

    The Dark Side of Social Media

  4. ((d))

    Mastering the Art of Social Media 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

The Joys and Sorrows of Social Media 

166

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the given sentence.

The Egyptian Pharohs were the Kings of ancient Egypt and were considered as the literal embodiment of God himself.

  1. ((a))

    literal

  2. ((b))

    ancient

  3. ((c))

    pharohs

  4. ((d))

    embodiment

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

literal

167

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM for the highlighted word.

The malice he developed for all caused a lot of damage.

  1. ((a))

    avarice

  2. ((b))

    grace

  3. ((c))

    oppression

  4. ((d))

    sympathy

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

avarice

168

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given word.

Trousseau

  1. ((a))

    Being true to oneself 

  2. ((b))

    The clothes, linen, and other belongings collected by a bride for her marriage 

  3. ((c))

    A large cabinet full of expensive clothes

  4. ((d))

    Single leg side of a trouser

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Being true to oneself 

169

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.

Naina is leaving and I am think to apply for her job.

  1. ((a))

    thinking in applying 

  2. ((b))

    thinking about applying 

  3. ((c))

    thinking about apply 

  4. ((d))

    thinking on applying

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

thinking in applying 

170

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

  1. ((a))

    Prefered

  2. ((b))

    Revered

  3. ((c))

    Answered

  4. ((d))

    Reference

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Prefered

171

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.

He ate the whole bunch of grapes under the nose of all of us.

  1. ((a))

    After much persuasion

  2. ((b))

    In full view of somebody

  3. ((c))

    Sharing equally 

  4. ((d))

    Secretly

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

After much persuasion

172

What is one of the downsides of social media mentioned in the passage?  

  1. ((a))

    It can help connect with people all over the globe.

  2. ((b))

    It's a great way to stay connected with friends and family.

  3. ((c))

    It encourages people to enjoy the little moments in life. 

  4. ((d))

    It can lead to pressure to present a perfect life online. 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

It can help connect with people all over the globe.

173

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.

She was yearning for a trip to the mountains.

  1. ((a))

    leaving for

  2. ((b))

    deeply repenting

  3. ((c))

    keenly desiring 

  4. ((d))

    saving money for 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

leaving for

174

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Antique

  1. ((a))

    Ancient

  2. ((b))

    New

  3. ((c))

    Gothic

  4. ((d))

    Modern

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Ancient

175

The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them may contain an error. Select the part that contains the error from the given options. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer.

I was wish / to meet her / on her birthday.

  1. ((a))

    I was wish

  2. ((b))

    No error

  3. ((c))

    to meet her 

  4. ((d))

    on her birthday

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

I was wish

176

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Extravagance

  1. ((a))

    Simplicity

  2. ((b))

    Love

  3. ((c))

    Fortune

  4. ((d))

    Self- indulgence

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Simplicity

177

Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence.

Farmers have harvested wheat by using whatever labour that was available to them.

  1. ((a))

    by using amalgamated labour

  2. ((b))

    by using limited labour

  3. ((c))

    by using dispersed labour

  4. ((d))

    by using united labour 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

by using amalgamated labour

178

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.  

  1. ((a))

    rise 

  2. ((b))

    unfruitful 

  3. ((c))

    decline 

  4. ((d))

    upheaval

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

rise 

179

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a way social media has changed the way we communicate?  

  1. ((a))

    Quick, abbreviated messages with emojis and acronyms. 

  2. ((b))

    Video conferencing for more meaningful conversations.

  3. ((c))

    Connecting with people from all over the world.

  4. ((d))

    The use of hashtags.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Quick, abbreviated messages with emojis and acronyms. 

180

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3. 

  1. ((a))

    death 

  2. ((b))

    anxiety 

  3. ((c))

    deafness 

  4. ((d))

    impairment 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

death 

181

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.

At some point in the past, there were rows of temporary shops that used to display various cooking utensils.

  1. ((a))

    Once upon a time

  2. ((b))

    Before now 

  3. ((c))

    In the past few years 

  4. ((d))

    Long ago

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Once upon a time

182

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.

Malati has a difficult job, but she does it good.

  1. ((a))

    better

  2. ((b))

    well

  3. ((c))

    best

  4. ((d))

    nice

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

better

183

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Faithful

  1. ((a))

    Daring

  2. ((b))

    Unfaithful

  3. ((c))

    Cheerful

  4. ((d))

    Loyal

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Daring

184

Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.

It was inevitable that the team management would sack him after his rude behaviour.

  1. ((a))

    impassionate

  2. ((b))

    amiable

  3. ((c))

    measurable

  4. ((d))

    unavoidable

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

impassionate

185

Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted idiom in the given sentence.

Nancy held a grudge against her teacher for a long time, but she finally decided to let bygones be bygones.

  1. ((a))

    Change the past 

  2. ((b))

    Take revenge 

  3. ((c))

    Flatter someone 

  4. ((d))

    Ignore the past 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Change the past 

186

Choose the option which means the same as the underlined segment.

The boss wanted to finish the case before the arrival of the Inspection team.

  1. ((a))

    be over and done with

  2. ((b))

    be over one’s head 

  3. ((c))

    be over and over 

  4. ((d))

    be over a barrel

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

be over and done with

187

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Malice

  1. ((a))

    Torsion

  2. ((b))

    Haughtiness

  3. ((c))

    Kindness

  4. ((d))

    Tremor

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Torsion

188

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word from the underlined words in the following sentence.

As affidevit is a statement or declaration in writing an oath or affirmation, sworn before a person having authority to administer oath.

  1. ((a))

    affidevit

  2. ((b))

    administer

  3. ((c))

    authority

  4. ((d))

    affirmation

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

affidevit

189

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’.

He travelled the whole world, but found piece at home.

  1. ((a))

    peach

  2. ((b))

    No substitution required 

  3. ((c))

    prize

  4. ((d))

    peace

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

peach

190

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Step up to the plate

  1. ((a))

    Think about a crisis  

  2. ((b))

    Plan for better performance

  3. ((c))

    Implement a plan 

  4. ((d))

    Take control of a situation

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Think about a crisis  

191

Identify the ANTONYM of the following word in the given sentence.

Languid

The animated infantry was marching forward for another rehearsal.

  1. ((a))

    infantry

  2. ((b))

    rehearsal

  3. ((c))

    forward

  4. ((d))

    animated

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

infantry

192

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

  1. ((a))

    Isle

  2. ((b))

    Braed

  3. ((c))

    Achieve

  4. ((d))

    Amicable

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Isle

193

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Fierce

  1. ((a))

    Lame

  2. ((b))

    Lavish

  3. ((c))

    Strange

  4. ((d))

    Furious

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Lame

194

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

A structure in the garden where climbing plants can grow and people can walk under

  1. ((a))

    Tomb

  2. ((b))

    Outhouse

  3. ((c))

    Pergola

  4. ((d))

    Treehouse

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Tomb

195

You are preparing a speech for an upcoming function. Select a synonym for the highlighted word to make it better.

Sexual assault is a severe and pervasive issue that can have a significant impact on a victim’s life.

  1. ((a))

    Retrospective

  2. ((b))

    Longitudinal

  3. ((c))

    Widespread

  4. ((d))

    Equatorial

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Retrospective

196

What is the ANTONYM of the word ‘perfect’, as used in the passage?  

  1. ((a))

    Troublesome 

  2. ((b))

    Limited 

  3. ((c))

    Unsatisfactory 

  4. ((d))

    Laughable

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Troublesome 

197

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.  

  1. ((a))

    support 

  2. ((b))

    inspire 

  3. ((c))

    trigger 

  4. ((d))

    motivate

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

support 

198

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

To burn the midnight oil

  1. ((a))

    To waste time 

  2. ((b))

    To stay up late working or studying

  3. ((c))

    To overthink 

  4. ((d))

    To be relaxed and calm

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

To waste time 

199

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word. 

  1. ((a))

    Adjourn

  2. ((b))

    Addict

  3. ((c))

    Abdact

  4. ((d))

    Advise

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Adjourn

200

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.  

  1. ((a))

    prescribed 

  2. ((b))

    mandatory 

  3. ((c))

    illicit 

  4. ((d))

    legitimate

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

prescribed 

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