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Delhi Police PC 2023 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 18 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 · Spatial Visualization

    A piece of paper is folded once and punched with two holes. How will it appear when unfolded? If the paper is folded vertically in half and two holes are punched on the right side near the fold, how many holes will appear when unfolded?

    • A. 2 holes
    • B. 4 holes
    • C. 6 holes
    • D. 8 holes
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    When a paper is folded once and two holes are punched, those two holes will create their mirror images on the other half when unfolded, resulting in 4 holes total.

  2. Q2 · Relationship Concepts

    If A is the brother of B, B is the sister of C, and C is the father of D, how is A related to D?

    • A. Father
    • B. Uncle
    • C. Grandfather
    • D. Brother
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    A is the brother of B, and B is the sister of C (making A also C's sibling). Since C is the father of D, A is D's uncle.

  3. Q3 · Arithmetic Number Series

    Find the missing number in the following series: 7, 14, 28, 56, ?, 224

    • A. 84
    • B. 96
    • C. 112
    • D. 128
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    Each term is obtained by multiplying the previous term by 2. So, 56 × 2 = 112.

  4. Q4 · Blood Relations

    Pointing to a woman, Mukesh said, 'She is the daughter of my grandfather's only son.' How is the woman related to Mukesh?

    • A. Sister
    • B. Daughter
    • C. Mother
    • D. Wife
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    Mukesh's grandfather's only son is Mukesh's father. The daughter of Mukesh's father is Mukesh's sister.

  5. Q5 · India & Neighbouring Countries

    The Zoji La Pass connects which of the following regions?

    • A. Kashmir Valley and Ladakh
    • B. Himachal Pradesh and Tibet
    • C. Sikkim and Bhutan
    • D. Uttarakhand and Nepal
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    Zoji La Pass is a high mountain pass in the Himalayas that connects Srinagar in Kashmir Valley with Leh in Ladakh, making it strategically important for India.

  6. Q6 · Indian Polity & Constitution

    Which Article of the Indian Constitution abolishes 'Untouchability' and forbids its practice in any form?

    • A. Article 14
    • B. Article 15
    • C. Article 17
    • D. Article 19
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    Article 17 of the Indian Constitution abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice in any form, making it a punishable offense under the law.

  7. Q7 · Science & Technology

    What does 'AI' stand for in the field of modern technology?

    • A. Automated Intelligence
    • B. Artificial Intelligence
    • C. Advanced Information
    • D. Analytical Integration
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    AI stands for Artificial Intelligence, which refers to the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines and computer systems.

  8. Q8 · Environment & Ecology

    Which gas is primarily responsible for the depletion of the ozone layer?

    • A. Carbon dioxide
    • B. Methane
    • C. Chlorofluorocarbons
    • D. Nitrous oxide
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are the primary chemicals responsible for ozone layer depletion as they release chlorine atoms that break down ozone molecules.

  9. Q9 · Delhi Geography & Demography

    Which river flows through the National Capital Territory of Delhi?

    • A. Ganga
    • B. Yamuna
    • C. Sutlej
    • D. Godavari
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    The Yamuna River flows through Delhi, dividing the city into eastern and western parts and is a major geographical feature of the NCT.

  10. Q10 · Percentage

    A man's salary is increased by 20% and then decreased by 10%. What is the net percentage change in his salary?

    • A. 8% increase
    • B. 10% increase
    • C. 8% decrease
    • D. 2% increase
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    Let original salary = 100. After 20% increase = 120. After 10% decrease on 120 = 120 − 12 = 108. Net change = 8% increase.

Breakdown by subject

  • Reasoning Ability

    6 questions

  • General Awareness

    6 questions

  • Quantitative Aptitude

    3 questions

  • Computer Knowledge

    3 questions

Delhi Police PC 2023 previous year paper — frequently asked questions

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