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General English

Question 1Single Answer
Read sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The sentences are In three separate parts and each one is labelled (a), (b), (c) and (d). In that case, letter (d) will signify a ‘No error’ response.
  1. A
    He was in the temper
  2. B
    and refused
  3. C
    discuss the matter again
  4. D
    No error
Question 2Single Answer
Read sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The sentences are In three separate parts and each one is labelled (a), (b), (c) and (d). In that case, letter (d) will signify a ‘No error’ response.
  1. A
    A flower makes no garland
  2. B
    so we must do a thing together
  3. C
    in a unit for a good result
  4. D
    No error
Question 3Single Answer
Read sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The sentences are In three separate parts and each one is labelled (a), (b), (c) and (d). In that case, letter (d) will signify a ‘No error’ response.
  1. A
    My friend is a software engineer
  2. B
    and his wife is doctor
  3. C
    so they don’t have enough time for each other
  4. D
    No error
Question 4Single Answer
Read sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The sentences are In three separate parts and each one is labelled (a), (b), (c) and (d). In that case, letter (d) will signify a ‘No error’ response.
  1. A
    I don’t have much time that
  2. B
    I hear you in detail with verbosity
  3. C
    tell everything in nutshell
  4. D
    No error
Question 5Single Answer
Read sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The sentences are In three separate parts and each one is labelled (a), (b), (c) and (d). In that case, letter (d) will signify a ‘No error’ response.
  1. A
    The atmosphere is changing
  2. B
    so I have severe pain in my body
  3. C
    if you have any painkiller, please give it to me
  4. D
    No error
Question 6Single Answer
Read sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The sentences are In three separate parts and each one is labelled (a), (b), (c) and (d). In that case, letter (d) will signify a ‘No error’ response.
  1. A
    No one is without fault
  2. B
    because no one is God
  3. C
    and only God is fault free
  4. D
    No error
Question 7Single Answer
Read sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The sentences are In three separate parts and each one is labelled (a), (b), (c) and (d). In that case, letter (d) will signify a ‘No error’ response.
  1. A
    Your
  2. B
    clock is
  3. C
    one hour fast
  4. D
    No error
Question 8Single Answer
Read sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The sentences are In three separate parts and each one is labelled (a), (b), (c) and (d). In that case, letter (d) will signify a ‘No error’ response.
  1. A
    The lose of jobs
  2. B
    is regarded by some as an necessary evil
  3. C
    in the fight against infliation
  4. D
    No error
Question 9Single Answer
Read sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The sentences are In three separate parts and each one is labelled (a), (b), (c) and (d). In that case, letter (d) will signify a ‘No error’ response.
  1. A
    In science, the credit goes to a man
  2. B
    who convinces the world
  3. C
    not to the man to whom the idea first occurs
  4. D
    No error
Question 10Single Answer
Read sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The sentences are In three separate parts and each one is labelled (a), (b), (c) and (d). In that case, letter (d) will signify a ‘No error’ response.
  1. A
    It is only after
  2. B
    the match is over
  3. C
    that people realize how exciting it is
  4. D
    No error
Question 11Single Answer
Read sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The sentences are In three separate parts and each one is labelled (a), (b), (c) and (d). In that case, letter (d) will signify a ‘No error’ response.
  1. A
    Off the two
  2. B
    sisters, she
  3. C
    is better
  4. D
    No error
Question 12Single Answer
Read sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The sentences are In three separate parts and each one is labelled (a), (b), (c) and (d). In that case, letter (d) will signify a ‘No error’ response.
  1. A
    A interesting book
  2. B
    ‘A Tale of two cities’
  3. C
    was written by Alexander Dumas
  4. D
    No error
Question 13Single Answer
Read sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The sentences are In three separate parts and each one is labelled (a), (b), (c) and (d). In that case, letter (d) will signify a ‘No error’ response.
  1. A
    I shall never
  2. B
    forget a good
  3. C
    deed you did to me, when I was in crisis
  4. D
    No error

Indian Culture, Heritage and Freedom Movements, and Current Events

Question 14Single Answer
Yojna a weekly journal
  1. A
    Ministry of Finance        
  2. B
    Ministry of Information and Broadcastin
  3. C
    Ministry of Rural Development
  4. D
    Planning Commission
Question 15Single Answer
Kurukshetra a journal on rural development is published by
  1. A
    Ministry of Finance 
  2. B
    Ministry of Information and Broadcastin
  3. C
    Ministry of Rural Development
  4. D
    Planning Commission
Question 16Single Answer
Devaluation of a currency means
  1. A
    Fixing the value of the currency in conjuction with the movement in the value of a basket of predetermined currencies
  2. B
    Reduction in the value of a currency vis-à-vis major internationally traded currencies
  3. C
    Fixing the value of currency in multilateral consultaion with the IMF the World Bank and major trading partners
  4. D
    Permitting the currency to seek its worth in the international market
Question 17Single Answer
In India rural incomes are generally lower than the urban incomes, which of the following reasons account for this
            1. a large number of farmers are illiterate and know little about scientific agriculture
            2. prices of primary products are lower than those of manufactured products
            3. Investments in agriculture has been low when compared to investment in industry
  1. A
    1 and 3
  2. B
    2 and 3
  3. C
    1 and 2
  4. D
    1,2 and 3
Question 18Single Answer
Which of the following programmes aims at the promotion of savings among rural women
  1. A
    Rashtriya Mahila Kosh
  2. B
    Indira Mahila Yojna
  3. C
    Jawahar Rozgar Yojna
  4. D
    Mahila Samridhi Yojna
Question 19Single Answer
What is Net National Product
  1. A
    the money value of final goods and services produced annually in the economy
  2. B
    the money value of annual service generation in the economy
  3. C
    the money value of tangible goods produced annually in the economy
  4. D
    The money value of tangible goods available in the economy
Question 20Single Answer
National income is the 
  1. A
    net national product at market price
  2. B
    net national product at factor cost
  3. C
    net domestic product at market price
  4. D
    net domestic product at factor cost
Question 21Single Answer

"Who said, 'India was a parrot unto itself'?

  1. A
    Malik Muhammad Joyce
  2. B
    Raskhan
  3. C
    Rich Khusrow
  4. D
    Rich Hasan
Question 22Single Answer
What was the real name of Amir Khusro?
  1. A
    Muhammad Hasan
  2. B
    Muhammad Hussain
  3. C
    Muhammad Khusrow
  4. D
    Muhammad Mine
Question 23Single Answer
When was the Constituent Assembly of India formed?
  1. A
    1946
  2. B
    1947
  3. C
    1948
  4. D
    1950
Question 24Single Answer
Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution?
  1. A
    Dr. Rajendra Prasad
  2. B
    Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
  3. C
    Jawaharlal Nehru
  4. D
    Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Question 25Single Answer
Who is known as the "Father of the Indian Renaissance" ?
  1. A
    Raja Ram Mohan Roy
  2. B
    Swami Vivekananda
  3. C
    Rabindranath Tagore
  4. D
    Mahatma Gandhi
Question 26Single Answer
Which classical dance form is associated with Tamil Nadu ?
  1. A
    Kathak
  2. B
    Kuchipudi
  3. C
    Bharatanatyam
  4. D
    Odissi
Question 27Single Answer
What astronomical discovery was announced by astronomers in March 2026?
  1. A
    New planet in solar system
  2. B
    Discovery related to 1,900 light-years away (specific object)
  3. C
    Black hole merger
  4. D
    Exoplanet with life signs
Question 28Single Answer
On what date in March 2026 did Prime Minister Narendra Modi become India’s longest-serving head of government?
  1. A
    15 March
  2. B
    20 March
  3. C
    22 March
  4. D
    25 March

Population, Development, and Globalization

Question 29Single Answer
Which demographic indicator best reflects the structural shift in India’s population from 2001 to 2011?
  1. A
    Crude Birth Rate
  2. B
    Total Fertility Rate
  3. C
    Age-Sex Pyramid
  4. D
    Dependency Ratio
Question 30Single Answer
How does a declining Total Fertility Rate (TFR) impact long-term population changes in a developing country?
  1. A
    Increases the dependency ratio immediately
  2. B
    Leads to a broader population pyramid base
  3. C
    Reduces the sex ratio significantly
  4. D
    Results in population aging over time
Question 31Single Answer
Which factor most significantly contributed to India’s population growth deceleration between 2001 and 2011?
  1. A
    Increased mortality rates
  2. B
    Higher emigration rates
  3. C
    Declining fertility rates
  4. D
    Reduced immigration
Question 32Single Answer
What is the primary consequence of a sustained low Crude Birth Rate (CBR) in a developed nation?
  1. A
    Immediate population decline
  2. B
    Shift toward an aging population
  3. C
    Increased youth dependency
  4. D
    Higher economic growth
Question 33Single Answer
Which model best explains India’s population changes from high birth and death rates to lower rates?
  1. A
    Demographic Transition Model
  2. B
    Malthusian Theory
  3. C
    Neo-Malthusian Perspective
  4. D
    Epidemiological Transition Theory
Question 34Single Answer
How does urbanization influence population change dynamics in India?
  1. A
    Increases birth rates uniformly
  2. B
    Increases mortality in rural areas
  3. C
    Reduces fertility rates in urban areas
  4. D
    Stabilizes the sex ratio
Question 35Single Answer
What is the primary cause of global dimming as identified in recent atmospheric studies?
  1. A
    Increased greenhouse gas emissions
  2. B
    Volcanic ash dispersion
  3. C
    Aerosol particles from pollution
  4. D
    Ozone layer depletion
Question 36Single Answer
How does global dimming impact global temperatures?
  1. A
    Accelerates global warming
  2. B
    Increases surface albedo significantly
  3. C
    Stabilizes atmospheric temperatures
  4. D
    Masks global warming by cooling
Question 37Single Answer
Which region is most affected by global dimming due to industrial emissions?
  1. A
    South Asia
  2. B
    Sub-Saharan Africa
  3. C
    Antarctic Peninsula
  4. D
    Central America
Question 38Single Answer
What is a key consequence of global dimming on agricultural productivity?
  1. A
    Increased crop yields due to higher CO2
  2. B
    Decreased pest populations
  3. C
    Enhanced soil fertility
  4. D
    Reduced photosynthesis from less sunlight
Question 39Single Answer
Which policy measure best mitigates global dimming?
  1. A
    Promoting fossil fuel use
  2. B
    Reducing particulate emissions
  3. C
    Increasing deforestation
  4. D
    Enhancing urbanization
Question 40Single Answer
How does global dimming interact with global warming?
  1. A
    Amplifies greenhouse gas effects
  2. B
    Counteracts warming by reflecting sunlight
  3. C
    Has no significant interaction
  4. D
    Increases ozone depletion
Question 41Single Answer
Which atmospheric component is most responsible for global dimming?
  1. A
    Carbon dioxide
  2. B
    Nitrogen oxides
  3. C
    Sulfate aerosols
  4. D
    Methane

Governance and Constitution of India

Question 42Single Answer
What is the primary objective of promoting board diversity in corporate governance?
  1. A
    Enhancing financial performance
  2. B
    Reducing board size
  3. C
    Meeting regulatory compliance
  4. D
    Ensuring varied perspectives in decision-making
Question 43Single Answer
Which regulatory body in India mandates board diversity for listed companies?
  1. A
    Reserve Bank of India
  2. B
    Securities and Exchange Board of India
  3. C
    Ministry of Labour and Employment
  4. D
    Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation
Question 44Single Answer
How does board diversity impact risk management in organizations?
  1. A
    Increases risk exposure
  2. B
    Enhances risk identification through diverse viewpoints
  3. C
    Reduces risk oversight responsibilities
  4. D
    Limits risk mitigation strategies
Question 45Single Answer
Which aspect of board diversity is emphasized under the Companies Act, 2013 in India?
  1. A
    Mandatory inclusion of foreign nationals
  2. B
    Appointment of at least one woman director
  3. C
    Uniform age representation
  4. D
    Inclusion of industry-specific experts only
Question 46Single Answer
What is a key challenge in achieving board diversity in Indian organizations?
  1. A
    Excess availability of diverse candidates
  2. B
    Lack of regulatory guidelines
  3. C
    Resistance to change in board composition
  4. D
    Overemphasis on gender diversity
Question 47Single Answer
How does board diversity influence corporate social responsibility (CSR) policies?
  1. A
    Reduces CSR focus
  2. B
    Enhances inclusive CSR strategies
  3. C
    Limits CSR funding
  4. D
    Stabilizes CSR expenditure
Question 48Single Answer
Which global framework promotes board diversity as a governance principle?
  1. A
    OECD Principles of Corporate Governance
  2. B
    Basel Accords
  3. C
    Kyoto Protocol
  4. D
    Paris Agreement
Question 49Single Answer
What is a primary economic benefit of board diversity?
  1. A
    Reduced operational costs
  2. B
    Improved innovation and decision-making
  3. C
    Increased regulatory penalties
  4. D
    Limited stakeholder engagement
Question 50Single Answer
Which factor least contributes to effective board diversity?
  1. A
    Gender representation
  2. B
    Uniform professional backgrounds
  3. C
    Ethnic diversity
  4. D
    Age diversity
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