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General Intelligence and Reasoning (50 questions)

1

In the following, four roll numbers or centre codes are given. Three share a common pattern or belong to one group, but one is different. Select the odd one out.

301441, 301551, 321327, 301660

  1. ((a))

    301441

  2. ((b))

    301551

  3. ((c))

    321327

  4. ((d))

    301660

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

301441

2

In the following, four roll numbers or centre codes are given. Three share a common pattern or belong to one group, but one is different. Select the odd one out.

680422, 681901, 681502, 540345

  1. ((a))

    680422

  2. ((b))

    681901

  3. ((c))

    681502

  4. ((d))

    540345

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

680422

3

In the following, four roll numbers or centre codes are given. Three share a common pattern or belong to one group, but one is different. Select the odd one out.

720626, 720334, 700211, 720997

  1. ((a))

    720626

  2. ((b))

    720334

  3. ((c))

    700211

  4. ((d))

    720997

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

720626

4

Complete the analogy.

J : L :: V : ?

  1. ((a))

    Z

  2. ((b))

    Y

  3. ((c))

    X

  4. ((d))

    T

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Z

5

Complete the analogy.

LOP : PRT :: VWZ : ?

  1. ((a))

    ZZD

  2. ((b))

    ZAC

  3. ((c))

    BCD

  4. ((d))

    BAD

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

ZZD

6

Find the missing term in the series: A, E, I, M, ?

  1. ((a))

    O

  2. ((b))

    P

  3. ((c))

    Q

  4. ((d))

    R

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

O

7

Find the missing term in the series: C, G, K, O, ?

  1. ((a))

    S

  2. ((b))

    T

  3. ((c))

    U

  4. ((d))

    V

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

S

8

Find the missing term in the series: B2D, D4F, F6H, H8J, ?

  1. ((a))

    J10L

  2. ((b))

    J12L

  3. ((c))

    I10L

  4. ((d))

    L10J

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

J10L

9

Find the missing number in the series: 2, 4, 8, 16, ?

  1. ((a))

    24

  2. ((b))

    30

  3. ((c))

    32

  4. ((d))

    36

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

24

10

Find the missing number in the series: 5, 11, 23, 47, ?

  1. ((a))

    90

  2. ((b))

    95

  3. ((c))

    92

  4. ((d))

    93

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

90

11

Find the missing number in the series: 4, 11, 25, 53, ?

  1. ((a))

    100

  2. ((b))

    109

  3. ((c))

    115

  4. ((d))

    118

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

100

12

Complete the analogy.

% : Percentage :: # : ?

  1. ((a))

    Hash

  2. ((b))

    Number

  3. ((c))

    Symbol

  4. ((d))

    Telephone

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Hash

13

Complete the analogy.

36 : 216 :: 18 : ?

  1. ((a))

    54

  2. ((b))

    81

  3. ((c))

    162

  4. ((d))

    108

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

54

14

Complete the analogy.

1024 : 32 :: 256 : ?

  1. ((a))

    8

  2. ((b))

    16

  3. ((c))

    24

  4. ((d))

    32

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

8

15

Select the option that does NOT belong to the same category as the others: 16, 36, 54, 64

  1. ((a))

    16

  2. ((b))

    36

  3. ((c))

    54

  4. ((d))

    64

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

16

16

Select the option that does NOT belong to the same category as the others: 24,42,54,6824, 42, 54, 68

  1. ((a))

    24

  2. ((b))

    68

  3. ((c))

    54

  4. ((d))

    42

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

24

17

Select the option that does NOT belong to the same category as the others: 97, 89, 91, 83

  1. ((a))

    97

  2. ((b))

    89

  3. ((c))

    91

  4. ((d))

    83

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

97

18

Statement: "All vehicles must pass emission tests before their registration is renewed".

Which conclusion follows?

  1. ((a))

    All old vehicles will be banned automatically

  2. ((b))

    Fuel prices will be reduced soon

  3. ((c))

    Traffic rules will become stricter for parking

  4. ((d))

    Pollution from vehicles is a concern

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

All old vehicles will be banned automatically

19

Statement: "Streetlights in residential colonies will be switched to LED bulbs." Which conclusion follows?

  1. ((a))

    LED lights are more decorative

  2. ((b))

    Residents dislike the current lights

  3. ((c))

    LED lights use less electricity

  4. ((d))

    Streetlights will be switched off at night

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

LED lights are more decorative

20

Statement: "Due to a major IT outage, bank branches will remain closed for two days." What is the immediate course of action?

  1. ((a))

    Inform customers and provide alternate services

  2. ((b))

    Train staff on handling outages

  3. ((c))

    Upgrade the entire banking network

  4. ((d))

    Wait for the power supply to be restored

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Inform customers and provide alternate services

21

Select the word that appears last in alphabetical order:

HOOK, HOOKED, HOOKS, HOOP

  1. ((a))

    HOOK

  2. ((b))

    HOOKED

  3. ((c))

    HOOKS

  4. ((d))

    HOOP

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

HOOK

22

In a dictionary, which comes first: QUEST, QUERY, QUEUE, QUELL?

  1. ((a))

    QUEUE

  2. ((b))

    QUERY

  3. ((c))

    QUELL

  4. ((d))

    QUEST

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

QUEUE

23

In a dictionary, which comes first? PREFIX, PREGNANT, PRELUDE, PRECISE

  1. ((a))

    PRECISE

  2. ((b))

    PREGNANT

  3. ((c))

    PRELUDE

  4. ((d))

    PREFIX

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

PRECISE

24

Find the odd one out: Rose, Lily, Mango, Jasmine

  1. ((a))

    Rose

  2. ((b))

    Lily

  3. ((c))

    Mango

  4. ((d))

    Jasmine

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rose

25

A shopkeeper buys an article at ₹240\text{₹}240 and sells it at a profit of 2525%. What is the selling price?

  1. ((a))

    260

  2. ((b))

    ₹280\text{₹}280

  3. ((c))

    ₹300\text{₹}300

  4. ((d))

    ₹320\text{₹}320

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

260

26

From the letters C R E T A P U, which valid English word can be made?

  1. ((a))

    CAPTURE

  2. ((b))

    CURPETA

  3. ((c))

    ACEPTUR

  4. ((d))

    CRAPUTE

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

CAPTURE

27

Using all letters of E P M R E L A, which word is correct?

  1. ((a))

    EMPERAL

  2. ((b))

    PREMEAL

  3. ((c))

    PREMALE

  4. ((d))

    PREAMLE

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

EMPERAL

28

A company promotes mostly male employees despite an equal number of male and female candidates. What is the valid inference?

  1. ((a))

    Company favours males

  2. ((b))

    Females are less qualified

  3. ((c))

    Males work more hours

  4. ((d))

    Promotions based on seniority

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Company favours males

29

In an airline, foreign passengers are offered free upgrades more often than domestic passengers in the same booking class. Which inference is valid?

  1. ((a))

    Domestic seats are cheaper

  2. ((b))

    Foreigners complain less

  3. ((c))

    Foreigners pay more

  4. ((d))

    Upgrade policy favours foreigners

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Domestic seats are cheaper

30

Rainwater harvesting in a town increased water storage by 4040% without rainfall change.

Which inference is valid?

  1. ((a))

    Rainfall rose

  2. ((b))

    Water was used less

  3. ((c))

    Collection efficiency increased

  4. ((d))

    Population decreased

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rainfall rose

31

An employee misses deadlines frequently but meets some targets. What should a manager infer?

  1. ((a))

    Employee is careless

  2. ((b))

    Employee has too much work

  3. ((c))

    Employee is dishonest

  4. ((d))

    Employee may need support

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Employee is careless

32

A company’s profit fell 5% despite 15% revenue growth. Which is the best inference?

  1. ((a))

    Costs increased significantly

  2. ((b))

    Employees worked less

  3. ((c))

    Customers bought fewer products

  4. ((d))

    Management bonuses increased

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Costs increased significantly

33

City pollution levels decreased 55%, but the number of vehicles increased by 88%. Which is the logical judgement?

  1. ((a))

    Vehicles became more fuel-efficient

  2. ((b))

    People drove less

  3. ((c))

    Pollution data is wrong

  4. ((d))

    Weather reduced pollution

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Vehicles became more fuel-efficient

34

If # = addition, =division,@=subtraction,and = division, @ = subtraction, and % = multiplication, what is the value of {(96 # 24) 6} @ (12 % 3)?

  1. ((a))

    -16

  2. ((b))

    18

  3. ((c))

    20

  4. ((d))

    14

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

-16

35

If @ = addition, # = multiplication, =subtraction,and = subtraction, and % = division, then find the value of 18 # 3 5 @ 12 % 4.

  1. ((a))

    20

  2. ((b))

    22

  3. ((c))

    26

  4. ((d))

    52

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

20

36

If =subtraction,∗=multiplication,@=addition,and = subtraction, * = multiplication, @ = addition, and % = division, then evaluate 90 25 * 2 @ 8% 2.

  1. ((a))

    68

  2. ((b))

    44

  3. ((c))

    134

  4. ((d))

    74

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

68

37

Given that the factory produced 1000 units in the first year, 1100 in the second, and 1200 in the third, what would be the estimated output for the fourth year?

  1. ((a))

    1250

  2. ((b))

    1300

  3. ((c))

    1350

  4. ((d))

    1450

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1250

38

Profits of a firm were 100,000 and increased 8% yearly. What is the profit at the end of 4 years?

  1. ((a))

    134391

  2. ((b))

    135000

  3. ((c))

    134000

  4. ((d))

    136049

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

134391

39

An investment of 100,000 earns 7% compound interest yearly. What is the value after 5 years?

  1. ((a))

    140255

  2. ((b))

    138000

  3. ((c))

    140000

  4. ((d))

    139500

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

140255

40

In a family, X is the brother of Y. Y is the mother of Z.

How is Z related to X?

  1. ((a))

    Daughter

  2. ((b))

    Father-in-law

  3. ((c))

    Niece / Nephew

  4. ((d))

    Wife

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Daughter

41

Pointing to a girl, Vikas said, "She is the daughter of my wife’s brother".

How is the girl related to Vikas?

  1. ((a))

    Aunt of Vikas

  2. ((b))

    Cousin of Vikas

  3. ((c))

    Niece of Vikas

  4. ((d))

    Sister of Vikas

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Aunt of Vikas

42

A shopkeeper bought 50 apples for ₹500\text{₹}500. He sold them at ₹12\text{₹}12 each. What is his profit?

  1. ((a))

    ₹100\text{₹}100

  2. ((b))

    ₹120\text{₹}120

  3. ((c))

    ₹80\text{₹}80

  4. ((d))

    ₹150\text{₹}150

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

₹100\text{₹}100

43

A sum triples itself in 12 years at simple interest. Find the rate per annum.

  1. ((a))
    1. 57%
  2. ((b))
    1. 82%
  3. ((c))
    1. 53%
  4. ((d))
    1. 67%
Show Answer
Answer: ((a))
  1. 57%
44

In the following question, two statements are followed by four conclusions. You have to assume the given statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts. Read the conclusions carefully and then decide which of the given conclusions logically follows from the statements.

<br>

Statements:

I. Some pens are pencils.

II. All pencils are erasers.

<br>

Conclusions:

A. Some pens are erasers.

B. All erasers are pens.

C. No pen is an eraser.

D. All pens are pencils.

  1. ((a))

    Only A

  2. ((b))

    Only B

  3. ((c))

    Only C

  4. ((d))

    Only D

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only A

45

Statements:

Some stars are planets.

Some planets are habitable.

Which conclusion logically follows?

  1. ((a))

    Some stars are habitable

  2. ((b))

    All habitable are planets

  3. ((c))

    Some planets are stars

  4. ((d))

    Some habitable are stars

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Some stars are habitable

46

Statements:

All smartphones are devices.

Some devices are expensive.

Which conclusion logically follows?

  1. ((a))

    Some smartphones are expensive

  2. ((b))

    No smartphone is expensive

  3. ((c))

    All devices are smartphones

  4. ((d))

    Some expensive items are devices

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Some smartphones are expensive

47

A shopkeeper buys 300 notebooks at ₹25\text{₹}25 each. He sells 120 notebooks at a 20% profit, 100 notebooks at a 10% loss, and the remaining at the cost price. What is his overall profit or loss percentage on the entire purchase?

  1. ((a))

    4.67%

  2. ((b))

    3.87%

  3. ((c))

    4.12%

  4. ((d))

    5.27%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

4.67%

48

Select the option that does NOT belong to the same category as the others: Oxygen, Nitrogen, Helium, Water

  1. ((a))

    Oxygen

  2. ((b))

    Nitrogen

  3. ((c))

    Helium

  4. ((d))

    Water

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Oxygen

49

Select the option that does NOT belong to the same category as the others: Typhoid, Malaria, Diabetes, Cholera

  1. ((a))

    Typhoid

  2. ((b))

    Malaria

  3. ((c))

    Diabetes

  4. ((d))

    Cholera

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Typhoid

50

Select the option that does NOT belong to the same category as the others: Insulin, Thyroxine, Adrenaline, Pepsin

  1. ((a))

    Insulin

  2. ((b))

    Thyroxine

  3. ((c))

    Adrenaline

  4. ((d))

    Pepsin

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Insulin

General Awareness (50 questions)

51

Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE about the World Happiness Report 2025?

  1. ((a))

    Finland ranked as the happiest country for the eighth consecutive year.

  2. ((b))

    India improved its ranking from 126th126^{th} in 2024 to 118th118^{th} in 2025.

  3. ((c))

    The report evaluates happiness based on six key factors.

  4. ((d))

    Afghanistan ranked higher than Sierra Leone and Lebanon in the 2025 report.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Finland ranked as the happiest country for the eighth consecutive year.

52

Which satellite was launched to monitor the Sun in real-time?

  1. ((a))

    Cartosat

  2. ((b))

    RISAT-2

  3. ((c))

    Aditya-L1

  4. ((d))

    GSAT-30

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Cartosat

53

In NITI Aayog, what does NITI stand for?

  1. ((a))

    National Institution for Technology and Innovation

  2. ((b))

    National Institution for Transforming India

  3. ((c))

    National Initiative for Transforming India

  4. ((d))

    National Initiative for Technology and Innovation

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

National Institution for Technology and Innovation

54

What specific property of cosmic X-rays does the XPoSat mission by ISRO aim to study?

  1. ((a))

    Frequency

  2. ((b))

    Intensity

  3. ((c))

    Spectral shift

  4. ((d))

    Polarization

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Frequency

55

Which of the following refers to the paradox of increased savings in the short term reducing the ability to save in the long term?

  1. ((a))

    Giffen paradox

  2. ((b))

    Leontief paradox

  3. ((c))

    Paradox of thrift

  4. ((d))

    Easterlin paradox

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Giffen paradox

56

Who is known as the father of economics?

  1. ((a))

    Karl Marx

  2. ((b))

    Adam Smith

  3. ((c))

    Alfred Marshall

  4. ((d))

    Edmund Burke

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Karl Marx

57

What does T in the SWOT analysis stand for?

  1. ((a))

    Talent

  2. ((b))

    Table

  3. ((c))

    Threat

  4. ((d))

    Transaction

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Talent

58

Which ruler issued the famous copper plate inscription of Uttaramerur describing a detailed village administration system?

  1. ((a))

    Rajaraja Chola I

  2. ((b))

    Kulottunga I

  3. ((c))

    Parantaka I

  4. ((d))

    Mahendravarman I

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rajaraja Chola I

59

The ruler who adopted the title of ’Parameswara’ and expanded the Chola power overseas was:

  1. ((a))

    Vijayalaya Chola

  2. ((b))

    Rajendra Chola I

  3. ((c))

    Aditya Chola I

  4. ((d))

    Rajaraja Chola I

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Vijayalaya Chola

60

Hematite is a major source of ______ .

  1. ((a))

    Zn

  2. ((b))

    Fe

  3. ((c))

    Al

  4. ((d))

    Mn

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Zn

61

Which one of the following is a radioactive isotope of carbon?

  1. ((a))

    Carbon - 12

  2. ((b))

    Carbon - 13

  3. ((c))

    Carbon - 14

  4. ((d))

    Carbon - 6

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Carbon - 12

62

Which commission recommended the establishment of the Inter-State Council?

  1. ((a))

    Sarkaria Commission

  2. ((b))

    Punchhi Commission

  3. ((c))

    Ashok Mehta Committee

  4. ((d))

    Balwant Rai Mehta Committee

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Sarkaria Commission

63

High concentration of which molecule maintains 460∘C460^{\circ}C temperature by the greenhouse effect on Venus?

  1. ((a))

    CO

  2. ((b))

    NH3NH_3

  3. ((c))

    N2N_2

  4. ((d))

    CO2CO_2

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

CO

64

Which government scheme primarily focuses on improving access to banking, insurance, and remittance facilities for all households in India?

  1. ((a))

    Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY)

  2. ((b))

    Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY)

  3. ((c))

    Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)

  4. ((d))

    Stand-Up India Scheme

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY)

65

What is the standard unit of electric current in the International System?

  1. ((a))

    Volt

  2. ((b))

    Ohm

  3. ((c))

    Farad

  4. ((d))

    Ampere

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Volt

66

Which of the following best describes the role of a catalyst in a chemical reaction from a physics perspective?

  1. ((a))

    It increases the kinetic energy of the reacting molecules.

  2. ((b))

    It provides an alternative reaction pathway with a lower activation energy.

  3. ((c))

    It increases the potential energy of the products.

  4. ((d))

    It shifts the equilibrium of the reaction towards the products.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

It increases the kinetic energy of the reacting molecules.

67

The Higgs boson helps scientists understand:

  1. ((a))

    Speed of light

  2. ((b))

    Origin of gravity

  3. ((c))

    How particles acquire mass

  4. ((d))

    Magnetic poles

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Speed of light

68

In which year did India win the Kabaddi World Cup for the first time?

  1. ((a))

    2004

  2. ((b))

    2007

  3. ((c))

    2010

  4. ((d))

    2016

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

2004

69

How many points does a player need to win a standard badminton game?

  1. ((a))

    15

  2. ((b))

    18

  3. ((c))

    21

  4. ((d))

    25

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

15

70

India’s inaugural gold in Olympic hockey post-independence was secured in:

  1. ((a))

    1948, London

  2. ((b))

    1952, Helsinki

  3. ((c))

    1956, Melbourne

  4. ((d))

    1960, Rome

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1948, London

71

Which of the following architectural styles is famous for its large gateways called ’Gopurams’?

  1. ((a))

    Gothic

  2. ((b))

    Dravidian

  3. ((c))

    Vesara

  4. ((d))

    Nagara

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Gothic

72

Which of the following features is not typically associated with Rajput forts and palaces?

  1. ((a))

    Courtyards

  2. ((b))

    Gopurams

  3. ((c))

    Jharokhas

  4. ((d))

    Chhatris

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Courtyards

73

The concept of the Five-Year Plans in India was borrowed from:

  1. ((a))

    South Africa

  2. ((b))

    France

  3. ((c))

    Brazil

  4. ((d))

    Soviet Union(USSR)

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

South Africa

74

Who authored The Palace of Illusions, a retelling of the Mahabharata from Draupadi’s perspective, and received the Hutch Crossword Book Award for it?

  1. ((a))

    Anuja Chauhan

  2. ((b))

    Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni

  3. ((c))

    Kiran Desai

  4. ((d))

    Arundhati Roy

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Anuja Chauhan

75

In India, the Mixed Economy was adopted in which of the following Five-Year plans?

  1. ((a))

    Sixth Five-Year Plan

  2. ((b))

    Second Five-Year Plan

  3. ((c))

    Third Five-Year Plan

  4. ((d))

    Fourth Five-Year Plan

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Sixth Five-Year Plan

76

Which American author won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1998 for American Pastoral?

  1. ((a))

    John Updike

  2. ((b))

    Philip Roth

  3. ((c))

    Don DeLillo

  4. ((d))

    Toni Morrison

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

John Updike

77

The Industrial Licensing Policy during the Fifth Five-Year Plan was relaxed for which of the following types of industries?

  1. ((a))

    Small and medium-scale industries

  2. ((b))

    Large-scale heavy industries

  3. ((c))

    Foreign-owned industries

  4. ((d))

    Luxury goods industries

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Small and medium-scale industries

78

Identify the correct sequence of the central dogma of the cell.

  1. ((a))

    DNA →\rightarrow RNA →\rightarrow Protein

  2. ((b))

    RNA →\rightarrow DNA →\rightarrow Protein

  3. ((c))

    Protein →\rightarrow RNA →\rightarrow DNA

  4. ((d))

    RNA →\rightarrow Protein →\rightarrow DNA

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Answer: ((a))

DNA →\rightarrow RNA →\rightarrow Protein

79

Kho-Kho is governed by which Indian federation?

  1. ((a))

    AIFC

  2. ((b))

    KKFI

  3. ((c))

    AIKWF

  4. ((d))

    KKDFI

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Answer: ((a))

AIFC

80

In which Commonwealth Games did India record its highest medal tally?

  1. ((a))

    2010 Delhi

  2. ((b))

    2002 Manchester

  3. ((c))

    2018 Gold Coast

  4. ((d))

    2022 Birmingham

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Answer: ((a))

2010 Delhi

81

The National Sports Awards in India are usually presented by whom?

  1. ((a))

    The Prime Minister of India

  2. ((b))

    The President of India

  3. ((c))

    The Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports

  4. ((d))

    The Chief Justice of India

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Answer: ((a))

The Prime Minister of India

82

Which of the following is NOT a DNA-binding motif?

  1. ((a))

    Leucine zipper

  2. ((b))

    Helix-turn-helix

  3. ((c))

    Beta bundle

  4. ((d))

    Zinc finger

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Answer: ((a))

Leucine zipper

83

Which celestial body is worshiped during Chhath Puja?

  1. ((a))

    Sun

  2. ((b))

    Moon

  3. ((c))

    Earth

  4. ((d))

    Stars

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Answer: ((a))

Sun

84

Which of the following cultural festivals is celebrated in Maharashtra by worshiping bulls and cattle?

  1. ((a))

    Holi

  2. ((b))

    Bail Pola

  3. ((c))

    Gudi Padwa

  4. ((d))

    Makar Sankranti

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Answer: ((a))

Holi

85

The policy of "paramountcy" as practiced by the British in India implied that:

  1. ((a))

    Indian princely states had absolute sovereignty and were independent of British control.

  2. ((b))

    The British Crown had ultimate authority and the interests of the British Empire were supreme in India.

  3. ((c))

    Indian rulers were equal partners with the British in governing the subcontinent.

  4. ((d))

    Local self-governance was to be immediately introduced in all princely states.

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Answer: ((a))

Indian princely states had absolute sovereignty and were independent of British control.

86

The "Lahore Resolution" of 1940 is a pivotal moment in the history of the Indian subcontinent. Analyze the key arguments presented in the resolution and discuss the factors that contributed to its adoption by the Muslim League, ultimately leading to the demand for a separate state.

  1. ((a))

    It primarily focused on securing greater political representation and safeguards for Muslims within a united India.

  2. ((b))

    The resolution argued that Muslims constituted a distinct nation with their own culture and identity, necessitating a separate sovereign state in the Muslim-majority regions, driven by fears of marginalization in a Hindu-majority India and the perceived failure of constitutional safeguards.

  3. ((c))

    It was solely a tactical move by the Muslim League to exert pressure on the Indian National Congress for greater concessions.

  4. ((d))

    The resolution was largely influenced by the British government’s policy of "Divide and Rule" and did not reflect the genuine aspirations of the majority of Indian Muslims.

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Answer: ((a))

It primarily focused on securing greater political representation and safeguards for Muslims within a united India.

87

Which reform after 1991 effectively ended the ’License Raj’ by eliminating compulsory industrial licensing for most sectors while redefining the state’s role in industrial resource allocation?

  1. ((a))

    It transferred all industrial licensing powers to state governments under the 73rd Amendment

  2. ((b))

    It abolished industrial licensing for all industries, including those linked to strategic concerns

  3. ((c))

    It ended compulsory licensing for most industries but retained it selectively for a few critical sectors

  4. ((d))

    It created a parallel market-led licensing regime while retaining the Planning Commission’s allocation role

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Answer: ((a))

It transferred all industrial licensing powers to state governments under the 73rd Amendment

88

Which statement best describes the change in the role of the public sector introduced by the New Industrial Policy of 1991?

  1. ((a))

    Public sector undertakings were expanded into all service sectors

  2. ((b))

    The reserved list for public sector undertakings was eliminated entirely

  3. ((c))

    PSUs were granted complete market autonomy and privatized simultaneously

  4. ((d))

    The number of industries reserved for the public sector was reduced to a core of strategic interest

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Answer: ((a))

Public sector undertakings were expanded into all service sectors

89

What is the new approach toward minor offences under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita?

  1. ((a))

    Life imprisonment

  2. ((b))

    Community service and reformative punishment

  3. ((c))

    Death penalty

  4. ((d))

    No action taken

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Answer: ((a))

Life imprisonment

90

In Oct 2024, who assumed the office as the Chief Minister of the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir?

  1. ((a))

    Manoj Sinha

  2. ((b))

    Omar Abdullah

  3. ((c))

    Ghulam Nabi Azad

  4. ((d))

    Mehbooba Mufti

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Answer: ((a))

Manoj Sinha

91

What is the primary instrument used in the dance of Manipur?

  1. ((a))

    Flute

  2. ((b))

    Tabla

  3. ((c))

    Violin

  4. ((d))

    Pung

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Answer: ((a))

Flute

92

Which famous number in Kuchipudi involves the dancer balancing on a brass plate?

  1. ((a))

    Tarangam

  2. ((b))

    Shabdam

  3. ((c))

    Kalaapam

  4. ((d))

    Jatiswaram

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Answer: ((a))

Tarangam

93

Which dance form in Sattriya is characterized by vigor and majestic beauty, distinct from the graceful Chali?

  1. ((a))

    Rajagharia Chali

  2. ((b))

    Kharmanar Nach

  3. ((c))

    Sukananni

  4. ((d))

    Jhumura

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Answer: ((a))

Rajagharia Chali

94

Hsuan Tsang, the Chinese traveler, visited India during the reign of which ruler?

  1. ((a))

    Chandragupta 1

  2. ((b))

    Simuka

  3. ((c))

    Harshavardhana

  4. ((d))

    Samudragupta

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Answer: ((a))

Chandragupta 1

95

The naval battle of Kandalursalai took place during the reign of which ruler?

  1. ((a))

    Vijayalaya

  2. ((b))

    Parantaka

  3. ((c))

    Rajendra I

  4. ((d))

    Rajaraja I

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Answer: ((a))

Vijayalaya

96

Match the following cultural periods with their tools or features.

Column AColumn B
1. Neolithica. Polished stone tools
2. Mesolithicb. Microliths
3. Chalcolithicc. Copper tools
4. Iron Aged. Painted Grey Ware
  1. ((a))

    1-a, 2-b, 3-c, 4-d

  2. ((b))

    1-c, 2-a, 3-d, 4-b

  3. ((c))

    1-b, 2-d, 3-a, 4-c

  4. ((d))

    1-d, 2-c, 3-b, 4-a

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Answer: ((a))

1-a, 2-b, 3-c, 4-d

97

Which one of the following states has the highest gold ore reserves in India?

  1. ((a))

    Uttar Pradesh

  2. ((b))

    Maharashtra

  3. ((c))

    Bihar

  4. ((d))

    Gujarat

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Answer: ((a))

Uttar Pradesh

98

In which region is "Powada" folk music performed, which praises heroes and warriors?

  1. ((a))

    Goa

  2. ((b))

    Gujarat

  3. ((c))

    Maharashtra

  4. ((d))

    Rajasthan

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Goa

99

’Bhatiali’ is folk music sung by which group of people?

  1. ((a))

    Farmers of Punjab

  2. ((b))

    Fishermen of Bengal

  3. ((c))

    Shepherds of Rajasthan

  4. ((d))

    Nomadic tribes of Gujarat

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Answer: ((a))

Farmers of Punjab

100

What is the function of ’nyasa’ in a musical raga?

  1. ((a))

    Starting note

  2. ((b))

    Ending note

  3. ((c))

    Note on which a phrase stops

  4. ((d))

    Middle note

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Answer: ((a))

Starting note

General Engineering (100 questions)

101

Which mechanism is used to seal cracks in self-healing concrete?

  1. ((a))

    Microcapsules with healing agents

  2. ((b))

    Shape-memory polymers

  3. ((c))

    Thermal expansion

  4. ((d))

    External patching

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Answer: ((a))

Microcapsules with healing agents

102

Which test assesses a stone’s ability to resist disintegration due to moisture and temperature changes?

  1. ((a))

    Impact test

  2. ((b))

    Crushing test

  3. ((c))

    Freezing and thawing test

  4. ((d))

    Hardness test

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Impact test

103

Why is engineered timber more dimensionally stable than solid wood?

  1. ((a))

    It is denser

  2. ((b))

    It contains more natural oils

  3. ((c))

    Layers are glued in opposing directions

  4. ((d))

    It is always used indoors

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Answer: ((a))

It is denser

104

In high-performance concrete, what is the typical water-cement ratio?

  1. ((a))
    1. 7 to 0. 8
  2. ((b))
    1. 4 to 0. 5
  3. ((c))
    1. 3 to 0. 4
  4. ((d))

    Above 0. 9

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Answer: ((a))
  1. 7 to 0. 8
105

Geopolymer concrete is cured typically at:

  1. ((a))

    Room temperature

  2. ((b))

    Below freezing point

  3. ((c))

    Elevated temperature

  4. ((d))

    Under UV light

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Room temperature

106

Which of the following materials is transparent, flexible, and can generate electricity?

  1. ((a))

    Conductive concrete

  2. ((b))

    Photovoltaic glass

  3. ((c))

    Ferrocement

  4. ((d))

    Polymer matrix

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Conductive concrete

107

Asbestos cement sheets are discouraged today primarily due to:

  1. ((a))

    Weak mechanical properties

  2. ((b))

    High cost

  3. ((c))

    Health hazards

  4. ((d))

    Color fading

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Weak mechanical properties

108

Geopolymer concrete differs from OPC concrete mainly in:

  1. ((a))

    Not using any aggregate

  2. ((b))

    Use of alkali-activated binders

  3. ((c))

    Being unsuitable for structural work

  4. ((d))

    Higher carbon emissions

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Answer: ((a))

Not using any aggregate

109

The durability of polymer-modified mortar is increased due to:

  1. ((a))

    Air entrainment

  2. ((b))

    Reduced hydration

  3. ((c))

    Improved adhesion and flexibility

  4. ((d))

    Increased permeability

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Air entrainment

110

Which of the following materials is used to create lightweight concrete blocks that are commonly used in partition walls?

  1. ((a))

    Perlite

  2. ((b))

    Limestone

  3. ((c))

    Quartz

  4. ((d))

    Marble

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Answer: ((a))

Perlite

111

What is the main advantage of using rammed earth construction?

  1. ((a))

    It requires high-energy machinery

  2. ((b))

    It is highly resistant to seismic forces

  3. ((c))

    It provides excellent thermal mass and natural cooling

  4. ((d))

    It can be molded into complex shapes

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

It requires high-energy machinery

112

What is the key benefit of using metakaolin in concrete?

  1. ((a))

    Faster setting

  2. ((b))

    Increased slump

  3. ((c))

    Improved durability

  4. ((d))

    Increased porosity

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Faster setting

113

Bernoulli’s equation is valid for:

  1. ((a))

    Steady, incompressible, frictionless flow

  2. ((b))

    Unsteady flow

  3. ((c))

    Compressible flow

  4. ((d))

    Rotational flow

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Steady, incompressible, frictionless flow

114

Which of the following devices converts pressure energy to kinetic energy?

  1. ((a))

    Pump

  2. ((b))

    Nozzle

  3. ((c))

    Turbine

  4. ((d))

    Diffuser

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Pump

115

The purpose of a surge tank is to:

  1. ((a))

    Increase pipe pressure

  2. ((b))

    Reduce hammer effect

  3. ((c))

    Increase velocity

  4. ((d))

    Raise water temperature

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Increase pipe pressure

116

Flow through a pipe is considered turbulent when:

  1. ((a))

    Re << 2000

  2. ((b))

    Re >> 4000

  3. ((c))

    2000 << Re << 4000

  4. ((d))

    Re == 1

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Re << 2000

117

Which dimensionless number is used to characterize the type of flow (laminar or turbulent) by comparing inertia and viscous forces in a fluid?

  1. ((a))

    Reynolds number

  2. ((b))

    Weber number

  3. ((c))

    Mach number

  4. ((d))

    Froude number

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Answer: ((a))

Reynolds number

118

The point on a stress-strain curve beyond which the material will not return to its original shape is called?

  1. ((a))

    Elastic limit

  2. ((b))

    Yield point

  3. ((c))

    Breaking point

  4. ((d))

    Proportional limit

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Answer: ((a))

Elastic limit

119

The shear force is maximum at which point in a simply supported beam with central point load?

  1. ((a))

    At the supports

  2. ((b))

    At the center

  3. ((c))

    At 14\frac{1}{4}th length

  4. ((d))

    Uniformly along the beam

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Answer: ((a))

At the supports

120

A column with pinned ends carries a critical load of 10 kN. If both ends are fixed, what is the new critical load?

  1. ((a))

    10 kN

  2. ((b))

    20 kN

  3. ((c))

    40 kN

  4. ((d))

    80 kN

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Answer: ((a))

10 kN

121

In the moment distribution method, the sum of the distribution factors of all members meeting at a joint is always:

  1. ((a))

    Equal to zero (=0)(= 0)

  2. ((b))

    Less than 1 (<1)(<1)

  3. ((c))

    Greater than 1 (>1)(>1)

  4. ((d))

    Equal to 1 (=1)(= 1)

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Answer: ((a))

Equal to zero (=0)(= 0)

122

The carry-over factor for a prismatic member with the far end hinged is:

  1. ((a))

    0 (Zero)

  2. ((b))

    -1/2

  3. ((c))

    1/2

  4. ((d))

    1/4

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Answer: ((a))

0 (Zero)

123

For a short column, the slenderness ratio should be:

  1. ((a))

    Equal to 12

  2. ((b))

    Less than 12

  3. ((c))

    More than 12

  4. ((d))

    Nearly zero

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Answer: ((a))

Equal to 12

124

Castigliano’s theorem:

(i) Provides a powerful tool for the analysis of statically indeterminate structures

(ii) Is based on the energy concept

(iii) Can be readily derived from Betti’s generalized reciprocal theorem

The correct answer is:

  1. ((a))

    Both (i) and (ii)

  2. ((b))

    Both (i) and (iii)

  3. ((c))

    Both (ii) and (iii)

  4. ((d))

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

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Answer: ((a))

Both (i) and (ii)

125

The moment distribution method in structural analysis can be treated as:

  1. ((a))

    Force method

  2. ((b))

    Displacement method

  3. ((c))

    Flexibility method

  4. ((d))

    Finite element method

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Answer: ((a))

Force method

126

Sprinkler irrigation is most suitable for:

  1. ((a))

    Sandy soil

  2. ((b))

    Clay soil

  3. ((c))

    Loamy soil

  4. ((d))

    Rocky soil

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Answer: ((a))

Sandy soil

127

Minor irrigation projects have a command area of:

  1. ((a))

    Less than 2000 hectares

  2. ((b))

    More than 10000 hectares

  3. ((c))

    Exactly 5000 hectares

  4. ((d))

    More than 2500 hectares

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Answer: ((a))

Less than 2000 hectares

128

What is the main advantage of micro irrigation over conventional irrigation?

  1. ((a))

    Higher water loss

  2. ((b))

    Less crop yield

  3. ((c))

    Efficient water usage

  4. ((d))

    Requires more labor

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Answer: ((a))

Higher water loss

129

What is the main purpose of a diversion headwork?

  1. ((a))

    Store water

  2. ((b))

    Generate electricity

  3. ((c))

    Divert river water into canals

  4. ((d))

    Measure rainfall

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Answer: ((a))

Store water

130

Lining of canals is preferred to:

  1. ((a))

    Increase seepage

  2. ((b))

    Decrease flow velocity

  3. ((c))

    Reduce evaporation

  4. ((d))

    Prevent seepage and weed growth

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Increase seepage

131

Dead storage in a reservoir is the volume of water:

  1. ((a))

    Always lost due to evaporation

  2. ((b))

    That can be used for irrigation

  3. ((c))

    That lies below the outlet and is not usable

  4. ((d))

    Used in emergencies only

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Answer: ((a))

Always lost due to evaporation

132

The economic feasibility of an irrigation project is evaluated using:

  1. ((a))

    Rainfall records only

  2. ((b))

    Topography maps

  3. ((c))

    Benefit-cost ratio

  4. ((d))

    Water quality test

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Answer: ((a))

Rainfall records only

133

The duty of water in irrigation planning refers to:

  1. ((a))

    Crop water requirement

  2. ((b))

    Water loss due to evaporation

  3. ((c))

    Area irrigated per unit discharge

  4. ((d))

    Storage capacity of a reservoir

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Crop water requirement

134

Gumbel’s distribution is primarily used in:

  1. ((a))

    Evaporation studies

  2. ((b))

    Sediment yield estimation

  3. ((c))

    Extreme flood frequency analysis

  4. ((d))

    Baseflow separation

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Evaporation studies

135

The unit hydrograph theory is applicable only to:

  1. ((a))

    Snow-fed basins

  2. ((b))

    Catchments with negligible baseflow

  3. ((c))

    Linear and time-invariant systems

  4. ((d))

    Non-linear systems

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Snow-fed basins

136

A canal fall is introduced when:

  1. ((a))

    Bed level rises sharply

  2. ((b))

    Excess discharge exists

  3. ((c))

    There is high terrain slope

  4. ((d))

    Storage is to be created

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Answer: ((a))

Bed level rises sharply

137

In canal design, silt factor ’ff’ depends primarily on:

  1. ((a))

    Water depth

  2. ((b))

    Flow velocity

  3. ((c))

    Sediment particle size

  4. ((d))

    Discharge

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Answer: ((a))

Water depth

138

A key concern with large irrigation projects is:

  1. ((a))

    Short construction time

  2. ((b))

    Instant results

  3. ((c))

    Displacement and environmental impacts

  4. ((d))

    High per-hectare water use

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Short construction time

139

The primary function of the subgrade in pavement construction is to:

  1. ((a))

    Provide drainage

  2. ((b))

    Distribute loads to the soil

  3. ((c))

    Enhance aesthetic appeal

  4. ((d))

    Prevent water infiltration

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Provide drainage

140

The term ’superelevation’ in highway design refers to:

  1. ((a))

    The camber provided on straight sections of the road.

  2. ((b))

    The transverse slope provided on curves to counteract centrifugal force.

  3. ((c))

    The vertical alignment of the road.

  4. ((d))

    The horizontal alignment of the road.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

The camber provided on straight sections of the road.

141

The primary purpose of providing a median in a highway design is to:

  1. ((a))

    Separate opposing traffic flows

  2. ((b))

    Provide space for emergency stopping

  3. ((c))

    Enhance aesthetic appeal

  4. ((d))

    Reduce construction cost

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Separate opposing traffic flows

142

Higher Poisson’s ratio in pavement materials causes:

  1. ((a))

    Increased horizontal deformation

  2. ((b))

    Decreased vertical stress

  3. ((c))

    No effect on stress distribution

  4. ((d))

    Reduced pavement stiffness

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Answer: ((a))

Increased horizontal deformation

143

What is the general trend observed in the effect of moisture content on the resilient modulus of subgrade soils?

  1. ((a))

    Resilient modulus increases with increasing moisture content

  2. ((b))

    Resilient modulus decreases with increasing moisture content

  3. ((c))

    Resilient modulus remains unaffected by moisture content

  4. ((d))

    Resilient modulus fluctuates unpredictably with moisture content

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Answer: ((a))

Resilient modulus increases with increasing moisture content

144

Temperature susceptibility of asphalt concrete can be minimized by:

  1. ((a))

    Increasing the aggregate size

  2. ((b))

    Using the polymer modified binders

  3. ((c))

    Reducing the binder content

  4. ((d))

    Increasing the air voids

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Increasing the aggregate size

145

The stadia method is associated with:

  1. ((a))

    Plane table

  2. ((b))

    Compass

  3. ((c))

    Tacheometry

  4. ((d))

    Levelling

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Answer: ((a))

Plane table

146

For a soil with 3 horizontal layers (k1=10−3k_1 = 10^{-3}, k2=10−4k_2 = 10^{-4}, k3=10−5k_3 = 10^{-5} cm/s), each 1m thick, compute khk_h.

  1. ((a))
    1. 00037 cm/s
  2. ((b))
    1. 00047 cm/s
  3. ((c))
    1. 00057 cm/s
  4. ((d))
    1. 00067 cm/s
Show Answer
Answer: ((a))
  1. 00037 cm/s
147

Specific gravity of a soil solid is most influenced by:

  1. ((a))

    Water content

  2. ((b))

    Mineral composition

  3. ((c))

    Dry density

  4. ((d))

    Plastic limit

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Water content

148

A soil has LL=80LL = 80% and PI=50PI = 50%. Its classification as per the plasticity chart is:

  1. ((a))

    CH

  2. ((b))

    MH

  3. ((c))

    CL

  4. ((d))

    ML

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Answer: ((a))

CH

149

In a whole circle bearing system, bearings are measured:

  1. ((a))

    0∘0^{\circ} to 360∘360^{\circ} clockwise

  2. ((b))

    0∘0^{\circ} to 90∘90^{\circ} in each quadrant

  3. ((c))

    0∘0^{\circ} to 180∘180^{\circ} only

  4. ((d))

    0∘0^{\circ} to 360∘360^{\circ} counterclockwise

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Answer: ((a))

0∘0^{\circ} to 360∘360^{\circ} clockwise

150

Which of the following methods is used for plane table plotting of inaccessible points?

  1. ((a))

    Intersection

  2. ((b))

    Radiation

  3. ((c))

    Traversing

  4. ((d))

    Resection

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Answer: ((a))

Intersection

151

If the principal stresses are 400 kPa400 \text{ kPa} and 100 kPa100 \text{ kPa}, and ϕ=25∘\phi=25^{\circ}, what is the maximum shear stress τmax\tau_{\text{max}}?

  1. ((a))

    120 kPa

  2. ((b))

    130 kPa

  3. ((c))

    150 kPa

  4. ((d))

    180 kPa

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Answer: ((a))

120 kPa

152

If moisture content exceeds the optimum value during soil compaction, what happens to the dry density?

  1. ((a))

    It increases

  2. ((b))

    It decreases

  3. ((c))

    It stays the same

  4. ((d))

    It fluctuates unpredictably

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Answer: ((a))

It increases

153

Which instrument accessory is essential to draw accurate rays in plane table surveying?

  1. ((a))

    Spirit level

  2. ((b))

    Alidade

  3. ((c))

    Theodolite

  4. ((d))

    Chain

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Spirit level

154

The principle of effective stress is mainly applicable to which type of soil?

  1. ((a))

    Unsaturated soil

  2. ((b))

    Saturated soil

  3. ((c))

    Dry soil

  4. ((d))

    Organic soil

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Unsaturated soil

155

For a footing resting on saturated sand, the effective stress is.

  1. ((a))

    Total stress minus pore water pressure

  2. ((b))

    Total stress only

  3. ((c))

    Pore water pressure only

  4. ((d))

    Total stress plus pore water pressure

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Answer: ((a))

Total stress minus pore water pressure

156

Which of the following is NOT considered a soil improvement method?

  1. ((a))

    Compaction

  2. ((b))

    Grouting

  3. ((c))

    Chemical stabilization

  4. ((d))

    Sedimentation

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Answer: ((a))

Compaction

157

What type of settlement occurs due to the rearrangement of soil particles immediately after loading?

  1. ((a))

    Primary consolidation

  2. ((b))

    Secondary compression

  3. ((c))

    Immediate settlement

  4. ((d))

    Chemical settlement

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Answer: ((a))

Primary consolidation

158

The angle of internal friction (Φ\Phi) is usually measured by:

  1. ((a))

    Standard Penetration Test

  2. ((b))

    Direct Shear Test

  3. ((c))

    Proctor Test

  4. ((d))

    Liquid Limit Test

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Answer: ((a))

Standard Penetration Test

159

Biomedical waste is disposed of through:

  1. ((a))

    Composting

  2. ((b))

    Incineration

  3. ((c))

    Landfilling

  4. ((d))

    Dumping

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Answer: ((a))

Composting

160

What do the "3 Rs" in waste management stand for?

  1. ((a))

    Reduce, Recycle, Reuse

  2. ((b))

    Recycle, Restore, Refill

  3. ((c))

    Reduce, Reclaim, Refuse

  4. ((d))

    Return, Restore, Refill

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Answer: ((a))

Reduce, Recycle, Reuse

161

The function of a leachate collection system in landfills is to:

  1. ((a))

    Collect recyclable materials

  2. ((b))

    Absorb gases

  3. ((c))

    Drain liquid from decomposing waste

  4. ((d))

    Cover the waste

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Answer: ((a))

Collect recyclable materials

162

Which gas is predominantly released during anaerobic decomposition of organic waste?

  1. ((a))

    Carbon monoxide

  2. ((b))

    Methane

  3. ((c))

    Oxygen

  4. ((d))

    Ammonia

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Answer: ((a))

Carbon monoxide

163

What is Refuse-Derived Fuel (RDF)?

  1. ((a))

    Ash produced after incineration

  2. ((b))

    High-quality compost

  3. ((c))

    Combustible waste processed into fuel

  4. ((d))

    Treated wastewater

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Answer: ((a))

Ash produced after incineration

164

The following is used as a biological indicator of water pollution?

  1. ((a))

    E. coli

  2. ((b))

    Iron bacteria

  3. ((c))

    Pseudomonas

  4. ((d))

    Salmonella

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Answer: ((a))

E. coli

165

What is the value of the ruling gradient recommended by IRC in plain terrain?

  1. ((a))

    1 in 10

  2. ((b))

    1 in 30

  3. ((c))

    1 in 45

  4. ((d))

    1 in 60

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Answer: ((a))

1 in 10

166

What are the factors that determine the stopping sight distance?

  1. ((a))

    Pavement type only

  2. ((b))

    Vehicle type only

  3. ((c))

    Design speed and friction only

  4. ((d))

    Speed, friction, and reaction time

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Answer: ((a))

Pavement type only

167

As per IS: 800-2007, what is the purpose of restricting the width-to-thickness ratios in steel sections:

  1. ((a))

    To avoid global buckling

  2. ((b))

    To avoid local buckling

  3. ((c))

    To avoid bending

  4. ((d))

    To avoid flexural torsional buckling

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Answer: ((a))

To avoid global buckling

168

In the design of a tension member, what should be the minimum pitch (spacing) between bolts?

  1. ((a))

    16t or 200mm whichever is less

  2. ((b))

    12t or 200mm whichever is less

  3. ((c))
    1. 5 times diameter of the bolt
  4. ((d))
    1. 5 times diameter of the hole
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Answer: ((a))

16t or 200mm whichever is less

169

The axial compression strength of compression members is represented by curves associated with which different classes:

  1. ((a))

    a, b, c, d

  2. ((b))

    e, f, g

  3. ((c))

    a, b, c

  4. ((d))

    e, f

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Answer: ((a))

a, b, c, d

170

For gantry girders supporting electrically operated overhead traveling cranes, the lateral forces are increased by:

  1. ((a))

    5% of the weight of the crab and the weight lifted by the crane

  2. ((b))

    10% of the weight of the crab and the weight lifted by the crane

  3. ((c))

    15% of the weight of the crab and the weight lifted by the crane

  4. ((d))

    20% of the weight of the crab and the weight lifted by the crane

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Answer: ((a))

5% of the weight of the crab and the weight lifted by the crane

171

Sag rods are designed to act as:

  1. ((a))

    Tension members

  2. ((b))

    Compression members

  3. ((c))

    Torsion member

  4. ((d))

    Laterally unsupported members

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Answer: ((a))

Tension members

172

What is the reduction factor when the length of the joint is 250 mm and the diameter of the bolt is 22 mm?

  1. ((a))

    1.0125

  2. ((b))

    1

  3. ((c))

    0

  4. ((d))

    0.9875

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Answer: ((a))

1.0125

173

In the following seated angle connection, a beam transfers a vertical load of 200 kN to the column at its end. How much of this load should be considered as being transferred through the seat angle?

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  1. ((a))

    200 kN

  2. ((b))

    175 kN

  3. ((c))

    150 kN

  4. ((d))

    100 kN

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Answer: ((a))

200 kN

174

The IS code for the mix design of concrete is:

  1. ((a))

    IS 875:1967

  2. ((b))

    IS 800:2010

  3. ((c))

    IS 456:2000

  4. ((d))

    IS 10262: 2009

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Answer: ((a))

IS 875:1967

175

As per IS 456:2000, the permissible limit for chloride content in water used for plain concrete work is:

  1. ((a))

    5000 mg/l

  2. ((b))

    1000 mg/l

  3. ((c))

    2000 mg/l

  4. ((d))

    7500 mg/l

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Answer: ((a))

5000 mg/l

176

Nominal mix is NOT used for concrete grades higher than ______.

  1. ((a))

    M15

  2. ((b))

    M20

  3. ((c))

    M25

  4. ((d))

    M30

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Answer: ((a))

M15

177

The density of concrete is largely influenced by:

  1. ((a))

    Admixtures

  2. ((b))

    Aggregate

  3. ((c))

    Cement

  4. ((d))

    Water-Cement ratio

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Answer: ((a))

Admixtures

178

For Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC), the maximum expansion as determined by Le Chatelier’s method should NOT be more than:

  1. ((a))

    10 mm

  2. ((b))

    12 mm

  3. ((c))

    8 mm

  4. ((d))
    1. 5 mm
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Answer: ((a))

10 mm

179

The recommended slump for mass concrete is:

  1. ((a))

    10 to 15 mm

  2. ((b))

    25 to 50 mm

  3. ((c))

    5 to 10mm

  4. ((d))

    15 to 40 mm

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Answer: ((a))

10 to 15 mm

180

The interfacial transition zone, generally the ____ link in the chain, is considered the strength-limiting phase in concrete.

  1. ((a))

    Strongest

  2. ((b))

    Weakest

  3. ((c))

    Moderate

  4. ((d))

    Extreme

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Answer: ((a))

Strongest

181

Fly ash admixture is derived from an industrial by-product. When added to concrete as an admixture, it helps to:

  1. ((a))

    Increase durability

  2. ((b))

    Decrease durability

  3. ((c))

    Increase bleeding

  4. ((d))

    Increase cracking

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Answer: ((a))

Increase durability

182

A batch of 5 m3m^3 of concrete was made with the following:

  • Cement used = 32 bags

  • Water used = 490 L

Find the cement content of the mix (in kg/m3kg/m^3).

  1. ((a))

    300 kg/m3kg/m^3

  2. ((b))

    320 kg/m3kg/m^3

  3. ((c))

    450 kg/m3kg/m^3

  4. ((d))

    500 kg/m3kg/m^3

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Answer: ((a))

300 kg/m3kg/m^3

183

In two-way slabs, reinforcement is provided:

  1. ((a))

    In one direction only

  2. ((b))

    In two perpendicular directions

  3. ((c))

    Along diagonals only

  4. ((d))

    At the edges only

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Answer: ((a))

In one direction only

184

The effective span of a simply supported RCC beam is generally:

  1. ((a))

    Clear span only

  2. ((b))

    Clear span + effective depth

  3. ((c))

    Clear span – effective depth

  4. ((d))

    Twice the clear span

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Answer: ((a))

Clear span only

185

In RCC design, the maximum neutral axis depth for Fe 500 steel in a singly reinforced RCC beam is:

  1. ((a))
    1. 53 d
  2. ((b))
    1. 6 d
  3. ((c))
    1. 46 d
  4. ((d))
    1. 48 d
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Answer: ((a))
  1. 53 d
186

In limit state design, the characteristic strength is defined as:

  1. ((a))

    Mean strength of material

  2. ((b))

    Strength exceeded by 9595% of test results

  3. ((c))

    Average of all test results

  4. ((d))

    Minimum tested strength

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Answer: ((a))

Mean strength of material

187

A rectangular column with dimensions of 300 mm ×\times 600 mm is required to have 1. 2% longitudinal steel. What is the required area of steel (Ast) required (in mm2\text{mm}^2)?

  1. ((a))

    2000 mm2\text{mm}^2

  2. ((b))

    1800 mm2\text{mm}^2

  3. ((c))

    2160 mm2\text{mm}^2

  4. ((d))

    3600 mm2\text{mm}^2

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Answer: ((a))

2000 mm2\text{mm}^2

188

A prestressing wire of 5 mm diameter is stressed to 80% of 1500 MPa. The force in the wire is:

  1. ((a))
    1. 6 KN
  2. ((b))
    1. 8 KN
  3. ((c))
    1. 7 KN
  4. ((d))
    1. 0 KN
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Answer: ((a))
  1. 6 KN
189

In pre-tensioned concrete, the prestress is transferred to concrete:

  1. ((a))

    Immediately after casting

  2. ((b))

    After concrete has gained adequate strength

  3. ((c))

    Before concrete hardens

  4. ((d))

    At any convenient time

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Answer: ((a))

Immediately after casting

190

Overhead charges in an estimate include:

  1. ((a))

    Cement cost

  2. ((b))

    Material transport

  3. ((c))

    Office expenses

  4. ((d))

    Wages

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Answer: ((a))

Cement cost

191

Which value is generally the highest among all types of valuation?

  1. ((a))

    Book value

  2. ((b))

    Market value

  3. ((c))

    Salvage value

  4. ((d))

    Scrap value

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Answer: ((a))

Book value

192

Rent is usually calculated as a percentage of:

  1. ((a))

    Salvage value

  2. ((b))

    Book value

  3. ((c))

    Capitalized value

  4. ((d))

    Scrap value

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Answer: ((a))

Salvage value

193

If the rate for 1 m3 of brickwork is 6,000 and 15 m3 are required, what is the total cost, including 10% contractor's profit?

  1. ((a))

    ₹99,000

  2. ((b))

    ₹90,000

  3. ((c))

    ₹95,000

  4. ((d))

    ₹1,00,000

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Answer: ((a))

₹99,000

194

Which of the following is a tensile member?

  1. ((a))

    Column

  2. ((b))

    Beam

  3. ((c))

    Strut

  4. ((d))

    Tie rod

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Answer: ((a))

Column

195

What is the primary purpose of web stiffeners in beams?

  1. ((a))

    Reduce flange width

  2. ((b))

    Increase section modulus

  3. ((c))

    Prevent web buckling

  4. ((d))

    Control deflection

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Answer: ((a))

Reduce flange width

196

How to prevent Web crippling in beams?

  1. ((a))

    Increasing flange width

  2. ((b))

    Adding tension members

  3. ((c))

    Providing bearing stiffeners

  4. ((d))

    Reducing span

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Answer: ((a))

Increasing flange width

197

In plastic design, what is the shape factor for a rectangular section?

  1. ((a))

    1.5

  2. ((b))

    1.7

  3. ((c))

    1.1

  4. ((d))
    1. 0
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Answer: ((a))

1.5

198

A beam with an unsymmetrical cross-section is more prone to _______.

  1. ((a))

    Shear failure

  2. ((b))

    Torsional buckling

  3. ((c))

    Plastic collapse

  4. ((d))

    Lateral deflection

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Answer: ((a))

Shear failure

199

In a cold-formed steel section, which failure is most likely under axial compression?

  1. ((a))

    Shear

  2. ((b))

    Bearing

  3. ((c))

    Torsion

  4. ((d))

    Local buckling

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Answer: ((a))

Shear

200

The critical stress in a slender column is determined using which of the following formulas?

  1. ((a))

    Rankine’s formula

  2. ((b))

    Johnson’s formula

  3. ((c))

    Euler’s formula

  4. ((d))

    Tangential formula

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Answer: ((a))

Rankine’s formula

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