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APPSC Group I 2024 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 15 PYQ-pattern questions in this set — freshly worded in that year's pattern, not the original questions. Answers and solutions open under each question.

1. Q1 · Indian Economy and Planning

   The term 'Fiscal Deficit' refers to:

   • A. The difference between total revenue and total expenditure of the government
   • B. The difference between total expenditure and total receipts excluding borrowings
   • C. The excess of exports over imports
   • D. The borrowings of the central government from Reserve Bank of India
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Fiscal deficit is the difference between the government's total expenditure and its total receipts excluding borrowings. It indicates the total borrowing requirements of the government.

2. Q2 · Current Affairs

   The 'Amrit Bharat Station Scheme' launched by the Government of India is related to:

   • A. Modernization of railway stations
   • B. Development of smart cities
   • C. Rural electrification program
   • D. Metro rail expansion in tier-2 cities
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   The Amrit Bharat Station Scheme is a comprehensive program launched by Indian Railways for modernization and redevelopment of railway stations across the country with improved amenities and facilities.

3. Q3 · Geometry

   The diagonal of a rectangular field is 17 meters and its perimeter is 46 meters. What is the area of the field in square meters?

   • A. 112
   • B. 120
   • C. 132
   • D. 140
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Let length = l, breadth = b. 2(l+b) = 46, so l+b = 23. Also l² + b² = 17² = 289. (l+b)² = l² + b² + 2lb gives 529 = 289 + 2lb, so 2lb = 240, thus lb = 120 sq.m.

4. Q4 · Statistics and Probability

   The mean of five numbers is 28. If one number is excluded, the mean of the remaining four numbers becomes 25. What is the excluded number?

   • A. 38
   • B. 40
   • C. 42
   • D. 44
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Total of 5 numbers = 28 × 5 = 140. Total of 4 numbers = 25 × 4 = 100. The excluded number = 140 − 100 = 40.

5. Q5 · Reading Comprehension

   Read the passage: "The rural landscape of Andhra Pradesh has undergone significant transformation in recent decades. Traditional agrarian practices are giving way to mechanized farming, altering both the socio-economic fabric and environmental balance of villages." What is the main idea of the passage?

   • A. Andhra Pradesh is primarily an urban state
   • B. Mechanization has replaced traditional farming methods in rural Andhra Pradesh
   • C. Rural areas have not changed in recent decades
   • D. Environmental balance has improved due to mechanization
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The passage states that traditional agrarian practices are giving way to mechanized farming, indicating that mechanization has replaced traditional methods.

6. Q6 · History of India

   The Kakatiya dynasty, which ruled parts of present-day Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, is particularly known for:

   • A. Construction of cave temples and rock-cut architecture
   • B. Building numerous tanks and water harvesting systems
   • C. Establishing maritime trade relations with Southeast Asia
   • D. Patronage of Jain literature and philosophy
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The Kakatiyas are particularly known for their extensive irrigation works, including the construction of numerous tanks and water harvesting systems across the Deccan region.

7. Q7 · Current Affairs

   The G20 Summit focuses on issues related to:

   • A. Nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation
   • B. Global economic cooperation and financial stability
   • C. Climate change mitigation exclusively
   • D. Space exploration and satellite technology
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The G20 Summit primarily focuses on global economic cooperation, financial stability, and sustainable development, bringing together the world's major economies.

8. Q8 · Algebra

   If x + 1/x = 5, then what is the value of x² + 1/x²?

   • A. 21
   • B. 23
   • C. 25
   • D. 27
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   (x + 1/x)² = x² + 2 + 1/x². Therefore, 25 = x² + 2 + 1/x², which gives x² + 1/x² = 23.

9. Q9 · Statistics and Probability

   The mean of five numbers is 48. If one number is excluded, the mean becomes 45. What is the excluded number?

   • A. 60
   • B. 58
   • C. 62
   • D. 55
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Sum of 5 numbers = 48 × 5 = 240. Sum of 4 numbers = 45 × 4 = 180. Excluded number = 240 − 180 = 60.

10. Q10 · History of India

    Which among the following dynasties made significant contributions to the development of irrigation systems and hydraulic engineering in South India during the medieval period?

    • A. The Hoysalas
    • B. The Kakatiyas
    • C. The Yadavas
    • D. The Reddis
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    The Kakatiya dynasty, which ruled parts of present-day Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, was renowned for constructing large-scale irrigation tanks and water management systems, contributing significantly to agricultural prosperity in the region.