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General Intelligence and Reasoning (50 questions)

1

Select the correct option that indicates the arrangement of the following words in a logical and meaningful order (in terms of food chain).

  1. Grass
  2. Grasshopper
  3. Frog
  4. Snake
  5. Eagle
  1. ((a))

    1, 2, 3, 4, 5

  2. ((b))

    2, 3, 4, 5, 1

  3. ((c))

    3, 4, 5, 2, 1

  4. ((d))

    2, 4, 3, 1, 5

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1, 2, 3, 4, 5

2

What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the given series based on the English alphabetical order?

LFC, IDZ, FBW, CZT, ZXQ, ?

  1. ((a))

    WVN

  2. ((b))

    UWM

  3. ((c))

    XZR

  4. ((d))

    XYP

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

WVN

3

CEG is related to KMO in a certain way based on the English alphabetical order. In the same way, GIK is related to OQS. To which of the following is MOQ related, following the same logic?

  1. ((a))

    BDF

  2. ((b))

    LNP

  3. ((c))

    IKM

  4. ((d))

    UWY

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

BDF

4

 Seven friends S, Q, K, P, E, C and N have different ages. S is older than N but younger than E. K is older than P. Q is younger than E. C is younger than K. N is older than P. C is older than P. K is younger than Q. Which among them is the oldest? 

  1. ((a))

    N

  2. ((b))

    E

  3. ((c))

    Q

  4. ((d))

    K

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

N

5

The position(s) of how many letters will remain unchanged if each of the letters in the word PLANKED is arranged in the English alphabetical order?

  1. ((a))

    Three

  2. ((b))

    Zero

  3. ((c))

    Two

  4. ((d))

    One

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Three

6

P, Q, R, S, T, U and V are sitting around a circular table facing the centre (not necessarily in the same order). P is sitting to the immediate left of V. R is sitting to the immediate right of T. U is sitting to the immediate left of P and immediate right of S. Q is sitting to the immediate left of S. T is sitting to the immediate right of V. Who is sitting to the immediate left of Q? 

  1. ((a))

    V

  2. ((b))

    U

  3. ((c))

    R

  4. ((d))

    P

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

V

7

What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the following series?

11, 17, 29, 47, 71, ?

  1. ((a))

    101

  2. ((b))

    99

  3. ((c))

    102

  4. ((d))

    100

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

101

8

What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the given series?

44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64, ?

  1. ((a))

    70

  2. ((b))

    68

  3. ((c))

    66

  4. ((d))

    72

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

70

9

A dice has its faces marked by letters R, S, T, U, V and W. Two positions of the same dice are shown below. Which face is opposite to face R? 

  1. ((a))

    T

  2. ((b))

    W

  3. ((c))

    V

  4. ((d))

    S

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

T

10

In a certain code language, ‘he is right’ is coded as ‘ab yo km’ and ‘right now here’ is coded as ‘km gh bd’. How is ‘right’ coded in the given language?

  1. ((a))

    yo

  2. ((b))

    ab

  3. ((c))

    gh

  4. ((d))

    km

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

yo

11

What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the given series based on the English alphabetical order?

VUR, TSP, RQN, POL, ?

  1. ((a))

    MLI

  2. ((b))

    NMJ

  3. ((c))

    NMK

  4. ((d))

    MLK

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

MLI

12

A, B, C, D, P, Q, and R are sitting around a circular table, facing the centre (not necessarily in the same order). Only three people sit between D and R when counted from the right of R.B is an immediate neighbour of both R and Q.P sits second to the left of D.C is not an immediate neighbour of D.

Who is sitting third to the right of R?

  1. ((a))

    Q

  2. ((b))

    A

  3. ((c))

    C

  4. ((d))

    P

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Q

13

The position(s) of how many letters will remain unchanged if each of the letters in the word SMOTHER is arranged in the English alphabetical order?

  1. ((a))

    Three

  2. ((b))

    Two

  3. ((c))

    Zero

  4. ((d))

    One

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Three

14

How many triangles are there in the given figure?

  1. ((a))

    12

  2. ((b))

    13

  3. ((c))

    14

  4. ((d))

    11

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

12

15

What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the given series?

54, 43, 33, 24, 16, ?

  1. ((a))

    11

  2. ((b))

    8

  3. ((c))

    9

  4. ((d))

    6

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

11

16

What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the given series based on the English alphabetical order?

NTZ, LRX, JPV, HNT, ?

  1. ((a))

    FMR

  2. ((b))

    GLR

  3. ((c))

    FLR

  4. ((d))

    GLN

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

FMR

17

‘UV 4’ is related to ‘WX 16’ in a certain way based on the English alphabetical and numerical order. In the same way, ‘PQ 3’ is related to ‘RS 9’. To which of the following is ‘AB 5’ related following the same logic? 

  1. ((a))

    CD 10

  2. ((b))

    CE 25 

  3. ((c))

    CD 25

  4. ((d))

    AC 25

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

CD 10

18

If'+' means 'subtraction', '−' means 'division', '÷' means 'multiplication' and'×' means 'addition', then what will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following equation?

30 − 5 × 2960 + 74 ÷ 4 = ?

  1. ((a))

    2671

  2. ((b))

    2670

  3. ((c))

    2673

  4. ((d))

    2674

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

2671

19

n a certain code language,

‘A + B’ means ‘A is the husband of B’,

‘A − B’ means ‘A is the wife of B’,

‘A × B’ means ‘A is the father of B’,  and

‘A ÷ B’ means ‘A is the sister of B’.

How is P related to T if ‘P − Q × R ÷ S + T’?

  1. ((a))

    ​Son’s wife

  2. ((b))

    Father’s mother

  3. ((c))

    Husband’s mother

  4. ((d))

    Brother’s wife

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

​Son’s wife

20

152 is related to 19 following a certain logic. Following the same logic, 232 is related to 29. To which of the following is 392 related, following the same logic?

(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/deleting/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. ((a))

    47

  2. ((b))

    49

  3. ((c))

    48

  4. ((d))

    46

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

47

21

Select the word-pair that best represents a similar relationship to the one expressed in the pair of words given below.

(The words must be considered as meaningful English words and must not be related to each other based on the number of letters/number of consonants/vowels in the word.)

Pressure : Pascal

  1. ((a))

    Momentum : Newton

  2. ((b))

    Work : Joule 

  3. ((c))

    Force : Watt

  4. ((d))

    Electric Current : Kelvin

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Momentum : Newton

22

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.)

(16, 9, 14)

(33, 11, 44)

  1. ((a))

    (22, 6, 30)

  2. ((b))

    (41, 23, 25) 

  3. ((c))

    (17, 4, 22) 

  4. ((d))

    (18, 7, 22)

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

(22, 6, 30)

23

Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. You have to take the given statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance from commonly known facts. You have to decide which conclusion/s logically follow/s from the given statements.

Statements:

All plants are rocks.

All rocks are lakes.

No lake is a kite.

Conclusions:

(I) No rock is a kite.

(II) At least some lakes are plants.

  1. ((a))

    Both conclusions (I) and (II) follow.

  2. ((b))

    Only conclusion (I) follows. 

  3. ((c))

    Only conclusion (II) follows. 

  4. ((d))

    Neither conclusion (I) nor (II) follows. 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Both conclusions (I) and (II) follow.

24

In a certain code language, ‘FISH’ is coded as ‘7913’ and ‘SALE’ is coded as ‘8641’. What is the code for ‘S’ in the given language?

  1. ((a))

    4

  2. ((b))

    1

  3. ((c))

    8

  4. ((d))

    3

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

4

25

Select the correct mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed at MN as shown below. 

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

26

CE 13 is related to GI 19 in a certain way. In the same way, KM 19 is related to OQ 25. To which of the following is SU 17 related, following the same logic?

  1. ((a))

    YZ 23 

  2. ((b))

    LI 23

  3. ((c))

    WY 23 

  4. ((d))

    MP 21 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

YZ 23 

27

What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the given series based on the English alphabetical order?

FZP, DYU, BXZ, ZWE, ?

  1. ((a))

    XVJ

  2. ((b))

    YWN

  3. ((c))

    YOU

  4. ((d))

    ZUM

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

XVJ

28

Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. Assuming that the information given in the statements is true, even if it appears to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.

Statements: Some phones are tablets. Some tablets are laptops.

Conclusion 1: Some laptops are phones.

Conclusion 2: No phone is a laptop.

  1. ((a))

    None of the conclusions follow

  2. ((b))

    Only conclusion (2) follows

  3. ((c))

    Both conclusion (1) and conclusion (2) follow

  4. ((d))

    Only conclusion (1) follows 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

None of the conclusions follow

29

Select the correct option that indicates the arrangement of the following words in a logical and meaningful order.

  1. State
  2. Village
  3. District
  4. Nation
  5. House
  1. ((a))

    4, 1, 3, 2, 5

  2. ((b))

    4, 5, 2, 3, 1 

  3. ((c))

    4, 3, 5, 1, 2 

  4. ((d))

    4, 2, 1, 5, 3

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

4, 1, 3, 2, 5

30

In a certain code language, ‘BOIL’ is coded as ‘6428’ and ‘LEAD’ is coded as ‘9671’. What is the code for ‘L’ in that language? 

  1. ((a))

    8

  2. ((b))

    1

  3. ((c))

    9

  4. ((d))

    6

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

8

31

In a certain code language, ‘DYO’ is coded as ‘44’ and ‘PDX’ is coded as ‘44’. What is the code for ‘ZMB’ in the given language?

  1. ((a))

    52

  2. ((b))

    48

  3. ((c))

    41

  4. ((d))

    56

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

52

32

What will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following equation if ‘+’ and ‘–’ are interchanged and ‘×’ and ‘÷’ are interchanged?

55 × 5 – 3 ÷ 6 + 12 = ?

  1. ((a))

    21

  2. ((b))

    15

  3. ((c))

    17

  4. ((d))

    13

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

21

33

Select the option figure that will replace the question mark (?) in the figure given below to complete the pattern.

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

34

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.)

(6, 18, 123)

(17, 9, 168)

  1. ((a))

    (14, 8, 127) 

  2. ((b))

    (18, 5, 100)

  3. ((c))

    (20, 6, 94)

  4. ((d))

    (21, 7, 147)

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

(14, 8, 127) 

35

Dilip starts from point A and drives 6 km towards the North. He then takes a right turn and drives 2 km. He then takes a left turn and drives 3 km. He then takes a left turn and drives 7 km. He takes a final left turn and drives 9 km to reach point B. How far (shortest distance) and towards which direction should he drive in order to reach Point A again? (All turns are 90 degrees turns only unless specified)

  1. ((a))

    5 km East 

  2. ((b))

    5 km West

  3. ((c))

    6 km West

  4. ((d))

    3 km East

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

5 km East 

36

Select the triad in which the numbers are related to each other in the same way as are the numbers of the given triads.

(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 /deleting /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.)

(218, 121, 97)

(254, 138, 116)

  1. ((a))

    (312, 194, 128)

  2. ((b))

    (325, 184, 141)

  3. ((c))

    (296, 147, 156)

  4. ((d))

    (267, 118, 129)

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

(312, 194, 128)

37

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

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

38

Select the correct mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed at OG as shown below. 

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

39

What will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following equation if ‘+’ and ‘−’ are interchanged and ‘×’ and ‘÷’ are interchanged?

4 ÷ 5 + 21 × 3 − 2= ?

  1. ((a))

    14

  2. ((b))

    12

  3. ((c))

    15

  4. ((d))

    17

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

14

40

PUQT is related to RWSV in a certain way based on the English alphabetical order. In the same way, SXTW is related to UZVY. To which of the following is KPLO related, following the same logic?

  1. ((a))

    NRMQ

  2. ((b))

    NRQM

  3. ((c))

    MRNP

  4. ((d))

    MRNQ

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

NRMQ

41

PTOS is related to NRMQ in a certain way based on the English alphabetical order. In the same way, JNIM is related to HLGK. To which of the following is QUPT related, following the same logic? 

  1. ((a))

    OSNR

  2. ((b))

    SONR

  3. ((c))

    SORN

  4. ((d))

    OSRN

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

OSNR

42

123 is related to 223 following a certain logic. Following the same logic, 465 is related to 565. To which of the following is 786 related, following the same logic?

(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. ((a))

    686

  2. ((b))

    786

  3. ((c))

    886

  4. ((d))

    986

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

686

43

What will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following equation if '+' and '-' are interchanged and '×' and '÷' are interchanged?

42 × 6 + 5 ÷ 8 - 34 = ?

  1. ((a))

    5

  2. ((b))

    1

  3. ((c))

    3

  4. ((d))

    4

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

5

44

‘TOUR’ is related to ‘VQWT’ in a certain way based on the English alphabetical order. In the same way, ‘QLRO’ is related to ‘SNTQ’. To which of the following is ‘MHNK’ related following the same logic? 

  1. ((a))

    OJMP

  2. ((b))

    OJPM

  3. ((c))

    JOPM

  4. ((d))

    JOMP

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

OJMP

45

What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the given series based on the English alphabetical order

PRT, LNP, HJL, DFH, ?

  1. ((a))

    ZAD

  2. ((b))

    YAD

  3. ((c))

    ZBD

  4. ((d))

    YBD

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

ZAD

46

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

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

47

In a certain code language,

A @ B means ‘A is the mother of B’

A – B means ‘A is the brother of B’

A % B means ‘A is the son of B’

A ÷ B means ‘A is the father of B’

Based on the above, how is E related to M if ‘E % F ÷ G – H @ M’?

  1. ((a))

    Brother

  2. ((b))

    Mother’s brother 

  3. ((c))

    Father

  4. ((d))

    Mother’s father 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Brother

48

Pillar P is to the west of Pillar Q. Pillar R is to the east of Pillar Q. Pillar T is to the north of Pillar R. Pillar U is to the south of Pillar R. What is the position of Pillar Q with respect to Pillar U?

  1. ((a))

    South-West 

  2. ((b))

    North

  3. ((c))

    South

  4. ((d))

    North-West 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

South-West 

49

What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the given series based on the English alphabetical order?

CGPY, KOXG, SWFO, AENW, ?

  1. ((a))

    IMVE

  2. ((b))

    IVEB

  3. ((c))

    IMNJ

  4. ((d))

    IKJU

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

IMVE

50

Select the option in which the numbers share the same relationship as that shared by the given number triads.

9 - 5 - 1

14 - 10 - 6

(NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole number, 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. ((a))

    20 - 16 - 12

  2. ((b))

    30 - 24 - 26 

  3. ((c))

    21 - 16 - 14

  4. ((d))

    25 - 21 - 19 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

20 - 16 - 12

General Awareness (50 questions)

51

Sangeet Natak Akademi awardee, Prabhat Sarma from Assam was an eminent player of which of the following musical instruments?

  1. ((a))

    Sarangi

  2. ((b))

    Flute

  3. ((c))

    Tabla

  4. ((d))

    Sarod

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Sarangi

52

Which of the following lakes is located in Buldhana district of Maharashtra? 

  1. ((a))

    Pushkar

  2. ((b))

    Dal

  3. ((c))

    Lonar

  4. ((d))

    Bhimtal

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Pushkar

53

According to Census of India 2011, what is the population growth rate in the Hindu community? 

  1. ((a))

    8.3% 

  2. ((b))

    24.9%

  3. ((c))

    16.8%

  4. ((d))

    30.2%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

8.3% 

54

Which of the following statements about the Rajasthan Minimum Guaranteed Income Bill 2023 is INCORRECT? 

  1. ((a))

    The bill promises 125 days of work a year for all families in the state. 

  2. ((b))

    The bill guarantees a minimum pension of ₹1,000 per month to the elderly, specially abled, widows and single women. 

  3. ((c))

    The minimum pension under the bill will increase by 15% every year.

  4. ((d))

    The bill offers free education to all residents of Rajasthan. 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

The bill promises 125 days of work a year for all families in the state. 

55

What is the freezing point of water on the Celsius scale?

  1. ((a))

    32°C

  2. ((b))

    0°C 

  3. ((c))

    98°C

  4. ((d))

    100°C

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

32°C

56

Otto von Guericke was the most prominent person known for which invention in the 17th century? 

  1. ((a))

    Air pump 

  2. ((b))

    Barometer

  3. ((c))

    Fluorescent electric lamp

  4. ((d))

    Diesel engine

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Air pump 

57

In dravidian style of temples the main temple tower is known as ___________ . 

  1. ((a))

    gopuram

  2. ((b))

    mandapa

  3. ((c))

    shikhara

  4. ((d))

    vimana

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

gopuram

58

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?

  1. ((a))

    To enhance vision

  2. ((b))

    To regulate metabolism

  3. ((c))

    To build muscle

  4. ((d))

    To provide energy

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

To enhance vision

59

Sahel is an area in Africa that has lost a huge area of productive land in the last century due to excessive human activities and climate change. This area is a blaring example of _______________. 

  1. ((a))

    pollution

  2. ((b))

    desertification

  3. ((c))

    endangering species

  4. ((d))

    failed Irrigation 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

pollution

60

If an atom has atomic number = 6 and number of neutrons = 10, then what is the atomic mass of the atom? 

  1. ((a))

    4

  2. ((b))

    16

  3. ((c))

    10

  4. ((d))

    6

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

4

61

As per newest notification of december 2023, the decennial Census of India to be delayed till at least ____________ .

  1. ((a))

    January 2024

  2. ((b))

    July 2024

  3. ((c))

    March 2024

  4. ((d))

    October 2024

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

January 2024

62

If the meat is cooked above 140°C, which of the following reactions occurs?

  1. ((a))

    Caramelisation

  2. ((b))

    Maillard reaction

  3. ((c))

    Emulsification

  4. ((d))

    Oxidation reaction

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Caramelisation

63

What is the name of the scheme announced by Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu in September 2023 for the welfare of the state's labour force?

  1. ((a))

    Mukhya Mantri Shramik Suraksha Yojana

  2. ((b))

    Arunachal Shramik Vikas Yojana 

  3. ((c))

    Labor Welfare Samriddhi Yojana

  4. ((d))

    Mukhya Mantri Shramik Kalyan Yojana

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Mukhya Mantri Shramik Suraksha Yojana

64

Which of the following are the functions of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes?

  1. Providing Constitutional protection to Scheduled Castes

  2. Investigating any case that violates the interests of Scheduled Castes

  3. Submitting a report to the Prime Minister related to the protection of Scheduled Castes

  4. Presenting to the President, annually and at such other times as the Commission may deem fit, reports upon the working of those safeguards

  1. ((a))

    Only 1, 3 and 4 

  2. ((b))

    Only 1, 2 and 3

  3. ((c))

    Only 1, 2 and 4 

  4. ((d))

    Only 2, 3 and 4 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only 1, 3 and 4 

65

The world's largest population of which endangered species resides in Assam's Kaziranga National Park?

  1. ((a))

    Shaggy horn wild ibex

  2. ((b))

    Bluebull

  3. ((c))

    One-horned rhinoceros

  4. ((d))

    Red panda

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Shaggy horn wild ibex

66

The supreme court has published new guidelines for which designation on 17 July 2023? 

  1. ((a))

    District Judge

  2. ((b))

    Senior Advocate 

  3. ((c))

    Judicial Magistrate

  4. ((d))

    Additional Senior Civil Judge

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

District Judge

67

What is the name of project undertaken by the Indian Government to conserve tigers when their population dwindled to very low numbers? 

  1. ((a))

    Animal Protection

  2. ((b))

    Predator Project

  3. ((c))

    Wildlife Conservation Project

  4. ((d))

    Project Tiger 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Animal Protection

68

According to Census of India 2011, which state recorded the second highest literacy rate in India?

  1. ((a))

    Nagaland

  2. ((b))

    Goa

  3. ((c))

    Tripura

  4. ((d))

    Mizoram

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Nagaland

69

What is a small, shallow freshwater body with calm water called?

  1. ((a))

    Pond

  2. ((b))

    Lake

  3. ((c))

    Lagoon

  4. ((d))

    River

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Pond

70

The Indian Copper Complex (ICC) is located at Ghatsila in the state of ________. 

  1. ((a))

    Jharkhand

  2. ((b))

    Telangana

  3. ((c))

    Maharashtra

  4. ((d))

    Rajasthan

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Jharkhand

71

Which of the following pairs is NOT correctly matched?

  1. ((a))

    Commonwealth Games 2022 – England

  2. ((b))

    Olympics 2020 – Tokyo

  3. ((c))

    FIFA World Cup Football 2022 – Japan

  4. ((d))

    FIH Men Hockey World Cup 2023 – India

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Commonwealth Games 2022 – England

72

What is the frequency of an object if we know that it oscillates 100 times in 5 seconds? 

  1. ((a))

    50 Hz

  2. ((b))

    200 Hz 

  3. ((c))

    20 Hz 

  4. ((d))

    100 Hz

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

50 Hz

73

What is the process by which one organism captures and consumes another organism called?

  1. ((a))

    Mutualism

  2. ((b))

    Competition

  3. ((c))

    Predation

  4. ((d))

    Parasitism

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Mutualism

74

The Gujarat Assembly, on 18 September 2023, approved a bill that reserves ____________ of local body seats specifically for Other Backward Classes (OBCs).

  1. ((a))

    20%

  2. ((b))

    27% 

  3. ((c))

    30%

  4. ((d))

    35%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

20%

75

Who was the chairman of the task force on the production and promotion of biofertilizers constituted by NITI Aayog in 2021?

  1. ((a))

    Prof. Ramesh Chand 

  2. ((b))

    Prof. Suresh Pal 

  3. ((c))

    Prof. Vijay P Sharma

  4. ((d))

    Prof. Gopal Naik 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Prof. Ramesh Chand 

76

Which of the following features was borrowed by the Constitution of India from Ireland?

  1. ((a))

    Separation of Powers

  2. ((b))

    Directive Principles of State Policy

  3. ((c))

    Fundamental Rights

  4. ((d))

    Amendment Method 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Separation of Powers

77

Which months are known for the season of retreating monsoon in India?

  1. ((a))

    October and November

  2. ((b))

    January and February 

  3. ((c))

    May and June

  4. ((d))

    March and April

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

October and November

78

If a government wants to boost economic growth in a recession, which measure is it likely to take?

  1. ((a))

    Increase taxes significantly 

  2. ((b))

    Implement strict trade barriers

  3. ((c))

    Increase public spending

  4. ((d))

    Reduce public spending

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Increase taxes significantly 

79

The 'Rajya Sangeeta Vidwan' award is conferred by which state?

  1. ((a))

    Andhra Pradesh

  2. ((b))

    Karnataka

  3. ((c))

    Tamil Nadu

  4. ((d))

    Kerala

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Andhra Pradesh

80

The enzyme that is essential for fat digestion is: 

  1. ((a))

    lipase

  2. ((b))

    zymase

  3. ((c))

    trypsin

  4. ((d))

    invertase

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

lipase

81

Match the following.

A.Propene1.Unsaturated 3 carbon chains with double bond
B.Propyne2.Unsaturated 3 carbon chains with triple bond
C.Propane3.Saturated 3 carbon bonds
  1. ((a))

    A - 3, B - 1, C - 2 

  2. ((b))

    A - 1, B - 2, C - 3

  3. ((c))

    A - 3, B - 2, C - 1 

  4. ((d))

    A - 2, B - 1, C - 3 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

A - 3, B - 1, C - 2 

82

Who has been appointed as India’s first Woman Aide-De-Camp by the governor of Mizoram?

  1. ((a))

    Abhilipsa Mohanty 

  2. ((b))

    Poonam Veeram

  3. ((c))

    Deepa Shah

  4. ((d))

    Manisha Padhi 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Abhilipsa Mohanty 

83

Which disease is characterised by the body's inability to regulate blood sugar levels?

  1. ((a))

    Arthritis

  2. ((b))

    Diabetes

  3. ((c))

    Hypertension

  4. ((d))

    Asthma

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Arthritis

84

Under the Regulating Act of 1773, the Supreme Court was established by British Emperor in which of the following cities in British India?

  1. ((a))

    Delhi

  2. ((b))

    Calcutta

  3. ((c))

    Madras

  4. ((d))

    Bombay

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Delhi

85

Which of the following fundamental rights has been amended as a constitutional right in the form of Article 300A in the new Chapter IV Part XII of the Indian Constitution?

  1. ((a))

    Cultural and Educational Rights 

  2. ((b))

    Right to Freedom of Religion 

  3. ((c))

    Right against Exploitation 

  4. ((d))

    Right to Property

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Cultural and Educational Rights 

86

By what name is Vitamin B1 known which is essential for glucose metabolism and healthy nerve, muscle and heart function?

  1. ((a))

    Pantothenic acid 

  2. ((b))

    Niacin

  3. ((c))

    Thiamin

  4. ((d))

    Riboflavin

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Pantothenic acid 

87

How many items did the Swaran Singh Committee recommend to be incorporated in the Constitution of India as duties of the Indian citizen?

  1. ((a))

    12

  2. ((b))

    10

  3. ((c))

    6

  4. ((d))

    8

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

12

88

Boron is the only metalloid of which group of the periodic table?

  1. ((a))

    Group 16

  2. ((b))

    Group 5

  3. ((c))

    Group 13

  4. ((d))

    Group 10 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Group 16

89

Which of the following options is used to check the spelling and grammar in a Microsoft Word document?

  1. ((a))

    Review tab

  2. ((b))

    Home tab

  3. ((c))

    Insert tab 

  4. ((d))

    Format tab

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Review tab

90

Mahatma Gandhi gave the slogan of ‘Do or Die’ during the ___________. 

  1. ((a))

    Non-Cooperation Movement

  2. ((b))

    Quit India Movement

  3. ((c))

    Kheda Satyagraha

  4. ((d))

    Champaran Satyagraha

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Non-Cooperation Movement

91

Mango shower is a term used for _________.

  1. ((a))

    pre-monsoon showers

  2. ((b))

    monsoon showers

  3. ((c))

    post-monsoon showers

  4. ((d))

    winter showers

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

pre-monsoon showers

92

When did the Indigo Revolt of Bengal take place?

  1. ((a))

    1857 C.E. 

  2. ((b))

    1852 C.E. 

  3. ((c))

    1855 C.E.

  4. ((d))

    1859 C.E.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1857 C.E. 

93

Which of the following steps can be taken to mitigate landslides?

A. Settlements to be avoided in identified landslide-prone areas

B. Cutting of unnecessary trees and vegetation

C. Building strong walls

D. Not constructing drainage systems to avoid constructions

  1. ((a))

    Only B and D 

  2. ((b))

    B, C and D 

  3. ((c))

    A and B

  4. ((d))

    A and C

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only B and D 

94

Which system of India is based on the Westminster model? 

  1. ((a))

    Indian Parliamentary system

  2. ((b))

    Welfare State system

  3. ((c))

    Federal system

  4. ((d))

    Strong Centre system 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Indian Parliamentary system

95

PT Usha clocked a timing of 55.42 sec in 400-metre hurdles at which of the following Olympic Games?

  1. ((a))

    1980 Moscow

  2. ((b))

    1984 Los Angeles

  3. ((c))

    1948 London

  4. ((d))

    1956 Melbourne

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1980 Moscow

96

In the context of internet access, Wi-Fi stands for ____________. 

  1. ((a))

    Wired Fidelity

  2. ((b))

    Wireless Fidelity 

  3. ((c))

    Wideband Fibre

  4. ((d))

    Web Interface

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Wired Fidelity

97

Who was re-appointed as the Solicitor General of India for a term of three years starting from 1 July 2023?

  1. ((a))

    Suryaprakash V Raju

  2. ((b))

    Tushar Mehta 

  3. ((c))

    Chetan Sharma

  4. ((d))

    Vikramjit Banerjee 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Suryaprakash V Raju

98

The basophilic nucleoprotein granules that are scattered within the cytoplasm of a nerve cell and helps in the protein synthesis are known as:

  1. ((a))

    Nissl bodies

  2. ((b))

    Subunit of Parson

  3. ((c))

    Oxisome

  4. ((d))

    Golgi bodies

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Nissl bodies

99

Which of the following sentences is/are true?

i. After independence, about two-thirds of India’s population is now (2011 Census) literate.

ii. In India, between 2001 and 2011, male literacy rose faster than female literacy.

iii. Female literacy rose by about 10.4 per cent between 2001 and 2011 in India.

  1. ((a))

    Only i and ii

  2. ((b))

    Only ii and iii 

  3. ((c))

    Only ii

  4. ((d))

    Only i and iii

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only i and ii

100

Which of the following sentence/s is/are NOT correct?

i. The detailed estimates of revenue receipts are usually presented in the finance bill.

ii. Non-tax revenue of the central government mainly consists of taxes imposed on goods imported into and exported out of India.

iii. Revenue receipts are redeemable.

  1. ((a))

    Only i

  2. ((b))

    i and ii

  3. ((c))

    ii and iii

  4. ((d))

    i and iii

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only i

General Engineering (100 questions)

101

As per IS 456 : 2000, the design strength of a short axially loaded compression member is expressed as _______. Where, fy = characteristic strength of the compression reinforcement, Asc = area of longitudinal reinforcement for columns, fck = characteristic compressive strensth of the concrete, Ac = Area of concrete.

  1. ((a))

    [0.4fckAc + 0.67fyAsc]

  2. ((b))

    [0.87 fscAsc + fckAc]

  3. ((c))

    [0.87 fckAc + fscAsc]

  4. ((d))

    [0.45 fscAsc + fckAc]

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

[0.4fckAc + 0.67fyAsc]

102

If the value of Poisson’s ratio for a material is given as 0.35, then the elastic constants are related to each other as: 

  1. ((a))

    K = 0.9E 

  2. ((b))

    E = 2.7G

  3. ((c))

    G = 2.7E 

  4. ((d))

    E = 1.3G 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

K = 0.9E 

103

As per Euler’s theory, buckling of the long column occurs when ________.

(Given, P = Applied axial load and Pcr = Crippling load by Euler’s theory)

  1. ((a))

    P = Pcr

  2. ((b))

    P > Pcr

  3. ((c))

    P is of any value 

  4. ((d))

    P < Pcr

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

P = Pcr

104

Which of the following options serves all the three objectives mentioned below?

I: To promote human health

II: To provide a cleaner environment

III: To break the cycle of diseases

  1. ((a))

    Drainage system

  2. ((b))

    Sanitary system

  3. ((c))

    Distribution system

  4. ((d))

    Scavenging system

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Drainage system

105

Which of the given procedures should be followed before applying paint onto different components of a building?

i) Chalking

ii) Flaking

iii) Removing blisters

iv) Surface wetting

  1. ((a))

    (i), (ii) and (iii)

  2. ((b))

    Only (i) 

  3. ((c))

    (iii) and (iv)

  4. ((d))

    All of (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

(i), (ii) and (iii)

106

Select the option that is appropriate regarding the following two statements labelled Assertion and Reason.

Assertion: Proper deep ploughing, which is done by tractors, requires overall less quantity of water and hence, the duty is high.

Reason: Ploughing should be done properly and deeply so that the moisture-retaining capacity of the soil is increased.

  1. ((a))

    Both Assertion and Reason are false. 

  2. ((b))

    Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion. 

  3. ((c))

    Assertion is true, but Reason is false.

  4. ((d))

    Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Both Assertion and Reason are false. 

107

Which of the following methods used for finding the slope and deflection of beams is also called the ‘method of singularity function’?

  1. ((a))

    Mohr’s Theorem method

  2. ((b))

    Conjugate beam method

  3. ((c))

    Macaulay’s method

  4. ((d))

    Moment area method

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Mohr’s Theorem method

108

Which of the following property of water makes the raindrops to form roughly spherical structure?

  1. ((a))

    air resistance

  2. ((b))

    atmospheric pressure

  3. ((c))

    Acceleration due to gravity 

  4. ((d))

    surface tension

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

air resistance

109

Calculate the design stress for a steel grade Fe - 415 after applying necessary factor of safety, in case of design of RCC members in accordance with limit state design.

  1. ((a))

    415 N/mm2

  2. ((b))

    435 N/mm2 

  3. ((c))

    217.5 N/mm2 

  4. ((d))

    361.05 N/mm2 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

415 N/mm2

110

Which of the following is/are the objectives of road sign?

i. Promote road safety

ii. Promote efficient movement of vehicles

iii. Increase design speed

iv. Calculate traffic volume

v. Provide warning for safe movement

  1. ((a))

    Both iii and v

  2. ((b))

    Only i, ii and v 

  3. ((c))

    Only i

  4. ((d))

    i, ii, iii and v

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Both iii and v

111

The tangent drawn to the instantaneous velocity in a flow field is called:

  1. ((a))

    pathline

  2. ((b))

    streakline

  3. ((c))

    streamline

  4. ((d))

    timeline

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

pathline

112

Which of the following methods of transportation of concrete is useful for transporting the concrete to a relatively greater distance from batching plant? 

  1. ((a))

    Transit mixer

  2. ((b))

    Pump and pipe line 

  3. ((c))

    Crane and bucket method

  4. ((d))

    Wheel barrow

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Transit mixer

113

Which of the following can be used as an alternative for the blast furnace in the steel manufacturing industry for energy saving?

  1. ((a))

    Programmed coke heating 

  2. ((b))

    Dry quenching

  3. ((c))

    Heat recovery from hot sinter

  4. ((d))

    Pulverised coal injection

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Programmed coke heating 

114

In the direct shear test conducted on soils, a proving ring is used to _______. 

  1. ((a))

    measure horizontal strain

  2. ((b))

    measure horizontal stress

  3. ((c))

    measure the magnitude of shear load 

  4. ((d))

    measure vertical strain

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

measure horizontal strain

115

Which of the following is a type of detailed estimate? 

  1. ((a))

    Cubical content method

  2. ((b))

    Service unit method

  3. ((c))

    Plinth area rate method

  4. ((d))

    Revised estimate

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Cubical content method

116

Identify different stages in the treatment of sewage. 

  1. ((a))

    Disinfection and secondary treatment

  2. ((b))

    Primary treatment, secondary treatment and disinfection 

  3. ((c))

    Primary treatment and secondary treatment

  4. ((d))

    Primary treatment and disinfection

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Disinfection and secondary treatment

117

Which of the following indicates a preliminary stage of dead knot, where the fibres of knot are not firmly held in the surrounding wood? 

  1. ((a))

    Round knot

  2. ((b))

    Tight knot 

  3. ((c))

    Dead knot

  4. ((d))

    Loose knot

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Round knot

118

Which of the following is the hazardous waste produced by petroleum refining industries? 

  1. ((a))

    Tarry residues 

  2. ((b))

    Cyanide-containing sludge 

  3. ((c))

    Lead ash 

  4. ((d))

    Spent clay-containing oil 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Tarry residues 

119

Which of the following estimates mostly resembles a detailed estimate ?

  1. ((a))

    Item rate estimate

  2. ((b))

    Rough estimate

  3. ((c))

    Annual maintenance estimate 

  4. ((d))

    Quantity estimate

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Item rate estimate

120

For a balanced beam section, the limit state is reached when:

  1. ((a))

    there is the simultaneous yielding of concrete and breaking of steel

  2. ((b))

    there is the simultaneous crushing of concrete and yielding of steel

  3. ((c))

    there is the simultaneous yielding of both concrete and steel

  4. ((d))

    there is the simultaneous crushing of concrete and breaking of steel 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

there is the simultaneous yielding of concrete and breaking of steel

121

A reinforced concrete slab must be designed as _______in order to develop complete the yield line pattern

  1. ((a))

    shear reinforced

  2. ((b))

    over reinforced

  3. ((c))

    balanced reinforced 

  4. ((d))

    under reinforced 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

shear reinforced

122

Which property of concrete makes it advantageous for construction of bridges? 

  1. ((a))

    Low thermal conductivity

  2. ((b))

    High compressive strength

  3. ((c))

    Low durability

  4. ((d))

    Low tensile strength

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Low thermal conductivity

123

Which of the following statements about the Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000, under the Environment Protection Act, 1986, is INCORRECT? 

  1. ((a))

    There are three categories of zones.

  2. ((b))

    Day time shall mean the period from 6.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. 

  3. ((c))

    Silence zone is an area comprising not less than 100 m around hospitals, etc. 

  4. ((d))

    The day time and night time limits of noise in commercial areas are 65 dB and 55 dB, respectively. 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

There are three categories of zones.

124

Which of the following type of coarse aggregate is preferred in road construction, so that greatest density of road layer is achieved?

  1. ((a))

    Any type of aggregates

  2. ((b))

    Single-size aggregates

  3. ((c))

    All-in aggregates

  4. ((d))

    porous aggregates 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Any type of aggregates

125

Which of the following stress distribution diagrams represents the condition where the intensity of direct stress is less than the intensity of bending stress?

Where σmin is minimum resultant stress and σmax is maximum resultant stress.

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

126

Which of the following statements about the secondary treatment of sewage is INCORRECT? 

  1. ((a))

    Oxidation of organic matter occurs in trickling filters under aerobic conditions.

  2. ((b))

    Secondary treatment methods are broadly divided into filtration and activated sludge process. 

  3. ((c))

    Activated sludge is biologically active. 

  4. ((d))

    Primary treatment of sewage is not essential for efficient working of contact beds. 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Oxidation of organic matter occurs in trickling filters under aerobic conditions.

127

The biological treatment techniques used can be classified into attached growth processes and suspended growth processes. Which of the following treatments is classified under attached growth processes?

  1. ((a))

    Activated sludge process

  2. ((b))

    Rotating biological conductor

  3. ((c))

    Sludge digestion system

  4. ((d))

    Aerated lagoon 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Activated sludge process

128

As per IS 1077 : 1992, the size of standard modular burn clay building bricks is___ 

  1. ((a))

    22 cm × 15 cm × 10 cm

  2. ((b))

    19 cm × 18 cm × 18 cm

  3. ((c))

    25 cm × 19 cm × 9 cm

  4. ((d))

    19 cm × 9 cm × 9 cm

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

22 cm × 15 cm × 10 cm

129

In the case of preliminary estimate prepared per unit basis, the service units to be considered for a school and hospital are respectively ___________.

  1. ((a))

    classroom and bed

  2. ((b))

    classroom and ward

  3. ((c))

    bench and ward 

  4. ((d))

    bench and bed

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

classroom and bed

130

In case of absorption test on burnt clay building bricks as per IS 3495 (part 2);1992, bricks shall be soaked in cold water for a duration of______.

  1. ((a))

    16 hours 

  2. ((b))

    9 hours

  3. ((c))

    24 hours

  4. ((d))

    12 hours

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

16 hours 

131

Which of the following term is used to express the process of water coming out from the concrete and accumulate at the surface of concrete during compaction? 

  1. ((a))

    Efflorescence

  2. ((b))

    Bleeding

  3. ((c))

    Seepage

  4. ((d))

    Permeability

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Efflorescence

132

Why are air vessels fitted in reciprocating pumps?

  1. ((a))

    To reduce the head loss due to friction in suction and delivery pipe 

  2. ((b))

    For increasing the speed of rotation of the crank

  3. ((c))

    For faster discharge

  4. ((d))

    For increasing the velocity of discharge

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

To reduce the head loss due to friction in suction and delivery pipe 

133

A soil has a liquid limit of 40% and its plasticity index is 10%. The percentage passing through a 4.75 mm sieve is 60% and the percentage passing through a 75 micron sieve is 45%. The soil can be classified as:

  1. ((a))

    SM-SC 

  2. ((b))

    SM

  3. ((c))

    GC

  4. ((d))

    GM

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

SM-SC 

134

If 90% of soil particles got retained over 2 mm sieve and 50% of soil particles got retained over 4.75 mm sieve, then the effective diameter of the soil will be: 

  1. ((a))

    4.75 mm

  2. ((b))

    6.75 mm

  3. ((c))

    2 mm

  4. ((d))

    1.25 mm 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

4.75 mm

135

If the velocity of the fluid does NOT change with respect to time, the flow is said to be a/an: 

  1. ((a))

    uniform flow

  2. ((b))

    steady flow

  3. ((c))

    non-uniform flow

  4. ((d))

    unsteady flow

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

uniform flow

136

What is the maximum limit of grade compensation for the gradient on the horizontal curve along highways, if ‘R’ is the radius of the circular curve in metres? 

  1. ((a))

    75R\frac{75}{R}

  2. ((b))

    150R\frac{150}{R}

  3. ((c))

    50R\frac{50}{R}

  4. ((d))

    300R\frac{300}{R}

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

75R\frac{75}{R}

137

Which of the following statements is correct about measurement of the vertical angle while using a total station?

  1. ((a))

    It is measured from the instrument north in the horizontal plane. 

  2. ((b))

    It is usually measured as a zenith angle. 

  3. ((c))

    It is measured relative to the horizontal direction. 

  4. ((d))

    An electronic digital theodolite is not able to measure the vertical angle. 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

It is measured from the instrument north in the horizontal plane. 

138

A rectangular RCC beam section having a width of 200 mm and depth of 300 mm is subjected to a factored shear force of 60 kN. Determine the nominal shear stress acting in the section if the effective cover is 50 mm and grade of concrete is M 20 and the grade of steel is Fe 415. 

  1. ((a))

    1 N/mm2 

  2. ((b))

    1.4 N/mm2

  3. ((c))

    1.2 N/mm2

  4. ((d))

    0.86 N/mm2

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1 N/mm2 

139

Following IS : 2502-1963, determine the approximate total length of bar of 6 mm diameter, measured along centre line, for the stirrup shown in Figure. (Note : Take the given stirrup dimensions in Figure as internal).

  1. ((a))

    0.440 m

  2. ((b))

    0.448 m

  3. ((c))

    0.848 m

  4. ((d))

    0.884 m 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

0.440 m

140

As per IS: 1562-1962, the ‘Diagonal Scale – A’ has a graduated length of _____________. 

  1. ((a))

    1.5 cm 

  2. ((b))

    15 cm 

  3. ((c))

    0.15 cm

  4. ((d))

    150 cm

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1.5 cm 

141

The specific gravity of most of the stones lies between ________. 

  1. ((a))

    3 and 3.5

  2. ((b))

    3.5 and 4

  3. ((c))

    1 and 2

  4. ((d))

    2 and 3

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

3 and 3.5

142

Laminated wood offers several advantages over solid wood. Which of the following is NOT an advantage of laminated wood? 

  1. ((a))

    Since laminated wood is glued, wood of only large dimensions can be used, which increases the amount of waste.

  2. ((b))

    Structures can be designed with laminated wood based on the required strength and low-grade wood can be positioned accordingly. 

  3. ((c))

    Individual boards, which are used in laminated wood due to their relative thinness, can be properly dried without checking (cracking) and defects, such as knots, can be removed. 

  4. ((d))

    It can be used to fabricate large members that are impossible to be made from solid wood.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Since laminated wood is glued, wood of only large dimensions can be used, which increases the amount of waste.

143

Linear strains along X, Y and Z directions in an object with homogenous material are given as 0.05, 0.10 and 0.10, respectively. The size of the object before deformation was 20 cm × 10 cm × 10 cm. Determine the volumetric strain and change in volume of the material after deformation. 

  1. ((a))

    Volumetric strain = 0.7, change in volume = 1400 cm3 

  2. ((b))

    Volumetric strain = 0.25, change in volume = 5 × 105 mm3

  3. ((c))

    Volumetric strain = 0.25, change in volume = 500 mm3

  4. ((d))

    Volumetric strain = 0.3, change in volume = 60 × 104 mm3

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Volumetric strain = 0.7, change in volume = 1400 cm3 

144

Identify the canal regulation structure, used for closing the supply to the downstream of the parent canal during repairs. 

  1. ((a))

    stream regulator

  2. ((b))

    cross regulator

  3. ((c))

    distributary regulator

  4. ((d))

    head regulator

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

stream regulator

145

Which of the following properties should the subgrade soil have in order to be used as highway material?

  1. ((a))

    Ease of compaction, compressibility, stability 

  2. ((b))

    Large changes in volume under adverse conditions of weather, compressibility, good drainage 

  3. ((c))

    Large changes in volume under adverse conditions of weather, stability 

  4. ((d))

    Stability, incompressibility, good drainage

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Ease of compaction, compressibility, stability 

146

For a project, which of the following estimate is accorded sanction in a Technical sanction ? 

  1. ((a))

    Approximate estimate

  2. ((b))

    Preliminary estimate

  3. ((c))

    Detailed estimate

  4. ((d))

    Abstract estimate

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Approximate estimate

147

__________ are popularly known as white ants, though they are in no way related to ants. 

  1. ((a))

    Bacteria

  2. ((b))

    Termites

  3. ((c))

    Flies

  4. ((d))

    Viruses

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Bacteria

148

The markings on the kerbs are painted with which colour to increase user visibility?

  1. ((a))

    Alternate white and yellow 

  2. ((b))

    Alternate black and white

  3. ((c))

    Black Only 

  4. ((d))

    Yellow Only

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Alternate white and yellow 

149

Identify the INCORRECT statement regarding ready-mix concrete (RMC). Consider that ordinary Portland cement is used for making RMC. 

  1. ((a))

    Ready-mix concrete increases the speed of construction. 

  2. ((b))

    The mix design of RMC is tailor made to suit the placing methods of the contractor. 

  3. ((c))

    Ready-mix concrete packed in bags should be added with a hydration activator while mixing with water. 

  4. ((d))

    Ready-mix concrete in wet condition is transported by using a transit mixer from the batching plant to the construction site. 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Ready-mix concrete increases the speed of construction. 

150

Select the option that is appropriate regarding the following two statements pertaining to lining of canals, labelled as Assertion and Reason.

Assertion: The expenditure on lining depends on the availability of construction materials and transportation charges.

Reason: To reduce the expenditure on lining, materials which are available in the vicinity of the project should be utilised.

  1. ((a))

    Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion. 

  2. ((b))

    Both Assertion and Reason are false. 

  3. ((c))

    Assertion is true, but Reason is false. 

  4. ((d))

    Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion. 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion. 

151

The following are different factors that affect the diurnal variation in magnetic declination. The condition which may result in the maximum variation is _______________.

  1. ((a))

    at the Equator during winter

  2. ((b))

    at the Equator during summer 

  3. ((c))

    at the Magnetic Poles during winter

  4. ((d))

    at the Magnetic Poles during summer

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

at the Equator during winter

152

Which of the following statements about soil pollution is INCORRECT? 

  1. ((a))

    Irrigation water can cause salinisation of soil. 

  2. ((b))

    Storing surplus rainwater by constructing bunds, ponds, etc. belongs to the category of area treatment method.

  3. ((c))

    The area treatment method to prevent soil erosion involves treating the natural water courses.

  4. ((d))

    In temperate regions, DDT has a half-life of 10–15 years. 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Irrigation water can cause salinisation of soil. 

153

Which of the following pairs of parameters of drinking water and their desirable limits is correctly matched (as per IS 10500: 1991)? 

  1. ((a))

    pH – 6

  2. ((b))

    Iron – 0.5 mg/l

  3. ((c))

    Chlorides – 250 mg/l

  4. ((d))

    Fluorides – 0.5 mg/l 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

pH – 6

154

In which type of dressing of stone are about 1 cm vertical or horizontal grooves sunk with a chisel having its shape as a hollow semi-circle? 

  1. ((a))

    Boasted or droved finish

  2. ((b))

    Punched dressing

  3. ((c))

    Reticulated finish 

  4. ((d))

    Close picked and fine tooling 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Boasted or droved finish

155

What will be the discharge of a single-acting pump if it has one cylinder of area 0.5 m2 and stroke of length 20 cm and if the pump has 180 rpm of speed?

  1. ((a))

    0.2 m3 /s

  2. ((b))

    0.1m3 /s

  3. ((c))

    0.3 m3 /s

  4. ((d))

    0.25m3 /s

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

0.2 m3 /s

156

In the laboratory determination of California Bearing Ratio (CBR) test on soils as per IS : 2720(Part 16) – 1987, the CBR values are usually reported for penetration values of :

  1. ((a))

    2.5 mm, 5.0 mm 

  2. ((b))

    3.5 mm, 5.0 mm

  3. ((c))

    5.0 mm, 7.5 mm

  4. ((d))

    1.5 mm, 2.5 mm

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

2.5 mm, 5.0 mm 

157

A catchment area of 10 km2 has recorded a rainfall of 25 mm/h. Assuming a runoff coefficient of 0.3, the peak discharge from the catchment using the rational method is ________.

  1. ((a))

    18.36 cumec 

  2. ((b))

    20.83 cumec

  3. ((c))

    26.56 cumec 

  4. ((d))

    24.6 cumec

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

18.36 cumec 

158

When pipes of different diameters are connected in series from end to end to form a pipe line, the total head loss developed is equal to _______

  1. ((a))

    Sum of local head losses and major head losses in each pipe

  2. ((b))

    sum of major head losses in each pipe

  3. ((c))

    Zero

  4. ((d))

    Sum of local head losses only 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Sum of local head losses and major head losses in each pipe

159

Which of the piles is used for compacting loose granular soil?

  1. ((a))

    End bearing piles

  2. ((b))

    Tension piles

  3. ((c))

    Compaction piles

  4. ((d))

    Friction piles

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

End bearing piles

160

Which of the following is not a functional characteristics of kerbs used in road construction?

  1. ((a))

    Presents a more finished appearance

  2. ((b))

    Protects the pavement edge

  3. ((c))

    acts as a boundary between the pavement and the footpath.

  4. ((d))

    provides cross slope to the pavement so that immediate drainage of water takes place

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Presents a more finished appearance

161

The effective length ratio ‘K’ for a column in frame with no sideway is limited between: 

  1. ((a))

    0 and 0.5

  2. ((b))

    0.5 and 1.0

  3. ((c))

    0 and 1.0 

  4. ((d))

    0.25 and 0.5 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

0 and 0.5

162

Which of the following factors is not accounted in the cost estimation of a reinforced concrete (RC) water tank?

  1. ((a))

    height of water tank

  2. ((b))

    Length of water tank

  3. ((c))

    Thickness of RC slab and wall

  4. ((d))

    Density of water

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

height of water tank

163

The canal fall with a combination of a convex curve and a concave curve, which is provided for carrying the canal water from a higher level to a lower level, is known as ____________. 

  1. ((a))

    rapid fall 

  2. ((b))

    stepped fall 

  3. ((c))

    ogee fall 

  4. ((d))

    sarda fall 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

rapid fall 

164

​____ shall be used to strength the beam against the maximum nominal shear stress in a RC beam. 

  1. ((a))

    compression reinforcement

  2. ((b))

    shear reinforcement

  3. ((c))

    side reinforcement 

  4. ((d))

    tension reinforcement 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

compression reinforcement

165

Let P and Q be the reference points on the ground. You have to establish a point R. Which of the following methods conforms to the fundamental principles of surveying?

  1. ((a))

    I, II and III

  2. ((b))

    Only III 

  3. ((c))

    Only I and II 

  4. ((d))

    Only I

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

I, II and III

166

For a given open channel, if the Chezy's coefficient (C) is decreased, then how will it affect the discharge (Q) of the flow? 

  1. ((a))

    Q will decrease

  2. ((b))

    Q will remain constant 

  3. ((c))

    Q will become zero

  4. ((d))

    Q will increase 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Q will decrease

167

A direct runoff hydrograph of triangular shape, caused by a storm, has a time base of 100 hours and the peak flow of 50 cumec occurring at 30 hours from the start. If the catchment area is 150 km2, the rainfall excess of the storm was _____________.

  1. ((a))

    5.6 cm 

  2. ((b))

    6 cm

  3. ((c))

    6.8 cm

  4. ((d))

    7.2 cm

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

5.6 cm 

168

Which of the following statements regarding the vertical circle of a theodolite is correct? 

  1. ((a))

    Both the graduation circle and the Vernier scale move with the telescope. 

  2. ((b))

    The Vernier scale is fixed, but the graduation circle moves with the telescope. 

  3. ((c))

    The graduation circle is fixed, but the Vernier scale moves with the telescope. 

  4. ((d))

    Both the graduation circle and the Vernier scale are fixed, while the telescope moves.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Both the graduation circle and the Vernier scale move with the telescope. 

169

Plinth area is calculated for the covered area by taking _________.

  1. ((a))

    external dimensions of the building at the floor level

  2. ((b))

    centre to centre length at floor level

  3. ((c))

    both the external and internal dimension of the building at the floor level 

  4. ((d))

    internal dimensions of the building at floor level 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

external dimensions of the building at the floor level

170

Match the following markings drawn on the carriage way with their significances.

S.No.Type of LineS.No.Significance
A.Double longitudinal solid lines1.Guiding and regulating line
B.Broken longitudinal lines2.Edge line
C.Solid longitudinal lines3.Indicate centre line or lane-marking for multi-lane roads
4.Indicate maximum restriction and are only to be crossed in case of emergency
  1. ((a))

    A - 1, B - 3, C - 4 

  2. ((b))

    A - 3, B - 4, C - 1

  3. ((c))

    A - 2, B - 2, C - 4 

  4. ((d))

    A - 4, B - 3, C - 1 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

A - 1, B - 3, C - 4 

171

In an irrigated field, the crop requires 60 cm of water in 15 days, while the effective rainfall during that period is recorded as 15 cm. Find the duty at the head of field. Assume no losses

  1. ((a))

    298 ha/cumec

  2. ((b))

    268 ha/cumec

  3. ((c))

    278 ha/cumec

  4. ((d))

    288 ha/cumec

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

298 ha/cumec

172

What is the best side slope (n) for the most economic trapezoidal channel having depth d and base width b? 

  1. ((a))

    √2

  2. ((b))

    12\frac{1}{\sqrt 2}

  3. ((c))

    √3

  4. ((d))

    13\frac{1}{\sqrt 3}

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

√2

173

Which of the following is/are the main advantage of using a dumpy level in surveying?

i) Simple to use

ii) Provides accurate level of reading

iii) Can be used at night, without light

  1. ((a))

    Only i 

  2. ((b))

    Only ii

  3. ((c))

    Only iii

  4. ((d))

    Both i and ii

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only i 

174

The curve that is generally used to avoid the obstructions like hard rocks, deep cuttings, soft gradients is called _________.

  1. ((a))

    compound curve

  2. ((b))

    parabolic curve

  3. ((c))

    transitional curve

  4. ((d))

    simple curve

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

compound curve

175

Streams passing through peaty land possess _____________ colour.

  1. ((a))

    blue

  2. ((b))

    brown

  3. ((c))

    yellow

  4. ((d))

    black

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

blue

176

Identify the correct characterstic feature of scale choosen to draw profile of ground using profile leveling data

  1. ((a))

    Both horizontal and vertical distances are always plotted to 1 : 1 scale.

  2. ((b))

    Horizontal distances are exaggerated as compared to vertical distances. 

  3. ((c))

    Vertical distances are exaggerated as compared to horizontal distances.

  4. ((d))

    Both horizontal and vertical distances are plotted to the same scale.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Both horizontal and vertical distances are always plotted to 1 : 1 scale.

177

A school building of 15 classrooms is to be constructed and the cost of construction of the school in terms of per classroom is ₹1,50,000. Calculate the approximate cost of the proposed school building. 

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 42,50,000

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 20,00,000

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 22,50,000

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 30,00,000

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rs. 42,50,000

178

Assuming the stress block diagram of the rectangular concrete beam section as per IS 456 - 2000, the depth of the centre of compressive force measured from the neutral axis is given by: (Assuming Xu as the depth of neutral axis from top compression fiber)

  1. ((a))

    0.58 Xu

  2. ((b))

    0.67 Xu

  3. ((c))

    0.42 Xu

  4. ((d))

    0.36 Xu

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

0.58 Xu

179

Timber which are slow and difficult to season free from defects, are classified as based upon their behaviour to cracking and splitting during normal air-seasoning practice.

  1. ((a))

    Null refractory

  2. ((b))

    Moderate refractory

  3. ((c))

    Low refractory

  4. ((d))

    High refractory

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Null refractory

180

Which of the following is not a primary objective of design of trailway track geometric? 

  1. ((a))

    Safety

  2. ((b))

    Smooth running 

  3. ((c))

    Achieving maximum speed

  4. ((d))

    Carrying only light axle load

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Safety

181

Which of the following type of cement is preferred for concrete making which is used in construction of sewage treatement plants located where, soil is infested with sulphates? 

  1. ((a))

    Sulphate-resisting cement

  2. ((b))

    Portland slag cement

  3. ((c))

    Rapid-hardening cement

  4. ((d))

    Extra rapid-hardening cement

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Sulphate-resisting cement

182

A cantilever beam subjected to two different point loads is shown in the figure. Calculate the slope at fixed end A. Take ‘EI’ as constant throughout its length.

  1. ((a))

    Zero 

  2. ((b))

    85EI\frac{85}{EI}

  3. ((c))

    105EI\frac{105}{EI}

  4. ((d))

    13.33EI\frac{13.33}{EI}

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Zero 

183

As per IS 456 : 2000, the minimum cross sectional area of longitudinal reinforcement(irrespective of load requirement) in a RCC column of size 150 × 300 mm shall NOT be less than_____. Consider the limit state method of design.

  1. ((a))

    440 mm2

  2. ((b))

    360 mm2

  3. ((c))

    780 mm2

  4. ((d))

    240 mm2

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

440 mm2

184

The result of the soundness test of 53-grade Portland cement conducted by using Le Chatelier’s apparatus shall NOT exceed ________ mm.

  1. ((a))

    5

  2. ((b))

    15

  3. ((c))

    12

  4. ((d))

    10

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

5

185

Among the following factors that can cause an error during distance measurement in chaining, the compensating error is caused by _____________.

  1. ((a))

    variation in temperature

  2. ((b))

    sag in chain

  3. ((c))

    careless holding and marking

  4. ((d))

    bad ranging

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

variation in temperature

186

Find the correct statement regarding the assumption of limit state design under compression member as per IS 456 : 2000. 

  1. ((a))

    The maximum compressive strain in concrete in axial compression is 0.02. 

  2. ((b))

    The minimum compressive strain in concrete in axial compression is 0.002. 

  3. ((c))

    The maximum compressive strain in concrete in axial compression is 0.002.

  4. ((d))

    The minimum compressive strain in concrete in axial compression is 0.0002.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

The maximum compressive strain in concrete in axial compression is 0.02. 

187

The suitability for a particular type of foundation does NOT depend upon the _________ .

  1. ((a))

    type of soil 

  2. ((b))

    depth of ground water table

  3. ((c))

    magnitude of loads

  4. ((d))

    Optimum moisture content (OMC) of soil

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

type of soil 

188

Which of the following conditions followed in making concrete reduces the workability of concrete?

  1. ((a))

    Use of round aggregates

  2. ((b))

    Use of superplasticisers

  3. ((c))

    Higher aggregate-cement ratio in concrete

  4. ((d))

    Higher water-cement ratio in concrete

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Use of round aggregates

189

As per IS 2770(part I), the load at failure in a pull out test was found to be 180 kN. Calculate the bond strength if the bar diameter is 20 mm and its embedded length into concrete is 300 mm.

  1. ((a))

    10πN/mm2\rm \frac{10}{\pi} {N} / {mm}^2

  2. ((b))

    15πN/mm2\frac{15}{\pi} \mathrm{N} / \mathrm{mm}^2

  3. ((c))

    50πN/mm2 \frac{50}{\pi} \mathrm{N} / \mathrm{mm}^2

  4. ((d))

    30πN/mm2 \frac{30}{\pi} \mathrm{N} / \mathrm{mm}^2

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

10πN/mm2\rm \frac{10}{\pi} {N} / {mm}^2

190

The soil has a liquid limit of 50%. Following the A-line, in the plasticity chart as per IS : 1498 – 1970, the corresponding plastic limit is : 

  1. ((a))

    21.9%

  2. ((b))

    25%

  3. ((c))

    Insufficient data

  4. ((d))

    28.1%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

21.9%

191

The distance travelled by a vehicle after the application of brakes to a dead stop position is known as: 

  1. ((a))

    braking distance

  2. ((b))

    distance to react

  3. ((c))

    deacceleration distance

  4. ((d))

    stopping distance

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

braking distance

192

Modern electronic distance measurement (EDM) measures distance by ______

  1. ((a))

    measurement of wave travel time

  2. ((b))

    measurement of phase difference between transmitted and reflected signals

  3. ((c))

    measurement of velocity of infra-red signals 

  4. ((d))

    measurement by invar tape

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

measurement of wave travel time

193

Based on Allen-Hazens experiments, the co-efficient of permeabilty k (cm/s) is related to the effective size of soil D10 (cm) as _________. (where C is a constant with a value between 100 and 150).

  1. ((a))

    k = C2D10

  2. ((b))

    k = D10/C2

  3. ((c))

    k = CD102

  4. ((d))

    k = C/D102

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

k = C2D10

194

The loss of life is maximum if the flood water suddenly enters the inhabited areas at night. The loss of life during the floods is considered as _____________ loss.

  1. ((a))

    tangible

  2. ((b))

    measurable

  3. ((c))

    huge and tangible 

  4. ((d))

    intangible

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

tangible

195

The number of days between sowing and harvesting of a crop is called the crop period. Base period is the number of days between the first watering at the time of sowing and the last water before harvesting of a crop. If the base period and the crop period are compared, __________________.

  1. ((a))

    the base period is slightly more than the crop period

  2. ((b))

    the base period is slightly less than the crop period

  3. ((c))

    thebase period is equal to the crop period

  4. ((d))

    the base period is much higher than the crop period 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

the base period is slightly more than the crop period

196

A Moody diagram represents ______ as a function of Reynolds number, in a pipe flow. 

  1. ((a))

    Flow velocity

  2. ((b))

    friction factor

  3. ((c))

    Kinetic head

  4. ((d))

    Length of pipe

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Flow velocity

197

Which of the following methods make use of infra-red lamp In the determination of water content of soils ?

  1. ((a))

    Alcohol method

  2. ((b))

    Pycnometer method

  3. ((c))

    Calcium carbide method 

  4. ((d))

    Torsional balance method 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Alcohol method

198

Which of the following statements represent(s) advantages of the separate system of sewerage?

Statement I: The load on treatment units becomes less.

Statement II: Sewers are large in diameter.

Statement III: Maintenance costs are reasonable.

  1. ((a))

    Only II and III 

  2. ((b))

    Only I

  3. ((c))

    Only II

  4. ((d))

    Only III

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only II and III 

199

The right limb of height h2 in the simple u tube manometer containing mercury is open to atmosphere, while the left limb of height h1 is connected to pipe in which a liquid of specific gravity 1 is flowing with uniform speed with h1 < h2. This condition gives _____________ kind of pressure.

  1. ((a))

    atmospheric pressure 

  2. ((b))

    positive gauge pressure

  3. ((c))

    absolute pressure 

  4. ((d))

    negative gauge pressure

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Answer: ((a))

atmospheric pressure 

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Bernoulli’s equation is applicable for: 

  1. ((a))

    rotational fluids 

  2. ((b))

    compressible fluids

  3. ((c))

    incompressible fluids 

  4. ((d))

    viscous fluids

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Answer: ((a))

rotational fluids 

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