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Chandigarh PCS 2025 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 97 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 · 7Vs Road Hierarchy

   Le Corbusier's road hierarchy system for Chandigarh, known as 'Les Sept Voies de Circulation', consists of different categories of roads. Which of the following correctly describes V3 roads in this system?

   • A. Regional highways connecting Chandigarh to other cities
   • B. Fast vehicular roads defining sector boundaries with no direct building entrances
   • C. Shopping streets within sectors for commercial activities
   • D. Pedestrian paths and cycle tracks for non-motorized movement
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   In Le Corbusier's 7Vs system, V3 roads are the sector-defining fast vehicular roads designed for through-traffic around residential districts, with no building entrances opening directly onto them. V1 are regional highways, V4 are shopping streets, and V7/V8 are pedestrian and cycle paths.

2. Q2 · Capitol Complex (UNESCO Heritage)

   The Capitol Complex of Chandigarh was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in which year?

   • A. 2012
   • B. 2014
   • C. 2016
   • D. 2018
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   The Capitol Complex was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2016 as part of a transnational serial nomination of 17 sites designed by Le Corbusier, titled 'The Architectural Work of Le Corbusier, an Outstanding Contribution to the Modern Movement'.

3. Q3 · Human Body Analogy

   Le Corbusier conceived the master plan of Chandigarh as analogous to the human body. According to this analogy, which part of the city represents the 'Heart'?

   • A. Capitol Complex (Sector 1)
   • B. City Centre (Sector 17)
   • C. Leisure Valley
   • D. Industrial Area
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   In Le Corbusier's human body analogy for Chandigarh, the City Centre (Sector 17) represents the Heart, the Capitol Complex is the Head, the Leisure Valley represents the Lungs, the network of 7Vs roads forms the Circulatory System, and the Industrial Area represents the Viscera.

4. Q4 · Open Hand Monument

   The Open Hand Monument, the official emblem of Chandigarh, is located in which of the following?

   • A. Sukhna Lake
   • B. Rock Garden
   • C. Capitol Complex
   • D. Rose Garden
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   The Open Hand Monument is located within the Capitol Complex. Designed by Le Corbusier, this 46-feet high metal structure symbolizes 'the hand to give and the hand to take; peace and prosperity, and the unity of mankind' and is the official emblem of the Government of Chandigarh.

5. Q5 · Capital of Punjab and Haryana

   Chandigarh serves as the joint capital of which two Indian states?

   • A. Punjab and Himachal Pradesh
   • B. Punjab and Haryana
   • C. Haryana and Rajasthan
   • D. Punjab and Uttarakhand
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   After the reorganization of Punjab state in 1966, Chandigarh became a Union Territory and serves as the joint capital of both Punjab and Haryana. The High Court in the Capitol Complex also serves as the common High Court for both states.

6. Q6 · Constitution of India

   Consider the following statements about Union Territories in India: 1. All Union Territories have a Legislative Assembly. 2. The President appoints the Administrator of Union Territories. 3. Some Union Territories have a Chief Minister as head of government. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

   • A. 1 and 2 only
   • B. 2 and 3 only
   • C. 1 and 3 only
   • D. 1, 2 and 3
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Statement 1 is incorrect as not all UTs have Legislative Assemblies (e.g., Chandigarh, Lakshadweep). Statement 2 is correct - the President appoints Administrators. Statement 3 is correct - UTs like Delhi and Puducherry have Chief Ministers heading their governments.

7. Q7 · Indian Economy

   Which of the following correctly describes the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council in India?

   • A. It is a constitutional body with the Union Finance Minister as Chairman
   • B. It is a statutory body with the Prime Minister as Chairman
   • C. It is an advisory body with the RBI Governor as Chairman
   • D. It is a constitutional body with equal representation from Centre and States
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   The GST Council is a constitutional body established under Article 279A of the Constitution. It is chaired by the Union Finance Minister and includes finance ministers of all states. It makes recommendations on GST rates, exemptions, and other related matters.

8. Q8 · Ecology and Biodiversity

   Consider the following about ecological succession: 1. Primary succession occurs on bare surfaces without any prior vegetation. 2. Climax community is the stable final stage of succession. 3. Secondary succession is generally faster than primary succession. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

   • A. 1 and 2 only
   • B. 2 and 3 only
   • C. 1 and 3 only
   • D. 1, 2 and 3
   Answer and solution

   Answer: D

   All three statements are correct. Primary succession begins on completely bare surfaces like volcanic rocks. The climax community represents the stable, self-perpetuating final stage. Secondary succession, occurring after disturbance in existing ecosystems, is faster because soil and seeds are already present.

9. Q9 · Logical Reasoning

   In a certain code language, 'CITY' is written as 'EKVA'. How will 'PLAN' be written in the same code?

   • A. RNCP
   • B. QMBO
   • C. RNCQ
   • D. SMCP
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   In this code, each letter is replaced by the letter that is 2 positions ahead in the alphabet. C→E, I→K, T→V, Y→A. Applying the same rule to PLAN: P→R, L→N, A→C, N→P. Therefore, PLAN becomes RNCP.

10. Q10 · Capitol Complex (UNESCO Heritage)

    In which year was the Capitol Complex of Chandigarh inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

    • A. 2012
    • B. 2014
    • C. 2016
    • D. 2018
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    The Capitol Complex of Chandigarh was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2016, as part of 'The Architectural Work of Le Corbusier, an Outstanding Contribution to the Modern Movement.'