Delhi Police PC 2024 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

Delhi Police PC 2024 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 16 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 · Similarities & Differences

   Three of the following four are alike in a certain way and one is different. Select the odd one out. Doctor, Engineer, Architect, Clerk

   • A. Doctor
   • B. Engineer
   • C. Architect
   • D. Clerk
   Answer and solution

   Answer: D

   Doctor, Engineer, and Architect are all professional occupations requiring specialized higher education, while Clerk is a general administrative position.

2. Q2 · Observations

   Observe the following series and find the missing number: 2, 6, 12, 20, 30, ?

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

   Answer: C

   The pattern is n(n+1): 1×2=2, 2×3=6, 3×4=12, 4×5=20, 5×6=30, 6×7=42. Therefore, the missing number is 42.

3. Q3 · Figural Classification

   In each of the following options, three figures are similar in a certain manner while one figure is different. Which figure does NOT belong to the group?

   • A. A triangle with one line inside dividing it into two parts
   • B. A square with two parallel lines dividing it into three parts
   • C. A circle with one line inside dividing it into two parts
   • D. A pentagon with one line inside dividing it into two parts
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Options A, C, and D have one line dividing the figure into two parts, while option B has two lines dividing the square into three parts.

4. Q4 · Current Events

   Which ministry launched the 'Meri Maati Mera Desh' campaign in 2023 to honor martyrs and promote national pride?

   • A. Ministry of Home Affairs
   • B. Ministry of Culture
   • C. Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
   • D. Ministry of Defence
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The 'Meri Maati Mera Desh' campaign was launched in 2023 as the culminating event of 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav' to honor martyrs. The Ministry of Culture was the nodal ministry coordinating this campaign, as it also handled Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav events.

5. Q5 · World Geography

   Which ocean is the smallest and shallowest among the world's five major oceans?

   • A. Indian Ocean
   • B. Southern Ocean
   • C. Arctic Ocean
   • D. Atlantic Ocean
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   The Arctic Ocean is the smallest and shallowest of the five major oceans. It is located around the North Pole and is mostly covered by ice.

6. Q6 · General Science

   Which vitamin is primarily synthesized in the human body when exposed to sunlight?

   • A. Vitamin A
   • B. Vitamin C
   • C. Vitamin D
   • D. Vitamin K
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Vitamin D is synthesized in the skin when it is exposed to ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation from sunlight.

7. Q7 · Indian Culture & Heritage

   The famous classical dance form 'Kathakali' originated in which Indian state?

   • A. Tamil Nadu
   • B. Kerala
   • C. Karnataka
   • D. Andhra Pradesh
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Kathakali is a traditional classical dance-drama that originated in Kerala and is known for its elaborate costumes and expressive gestures.

8. Q8 · Delhi Administration

   Under which Article of the Constitution of India is the National Capital Territory of Delhi governed?

   • A. Article 239AA
   • B. Article 239AB
   • C. Article 240AA
   • D. Article 241AA
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Article 239AA provides special provisions with respect to Delhi as the National Capital Territory, defining the structure of governance including the Legislative Assembly and Council of Ministers.

9. Q9 · Simplification

   What is the value of: 48 ÷ 6 × 3 + 12 − 8?

   • A. 28
   • B. 24
   • C. 32
   • D. 20
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Following BODMAS: 48 ÷ 6 = 8, then 8 × 3 = 24, then 24 + 12 = 36, finally 36 − 8 = 28.

10. Q10 · Mensuration

    The radius of a circular park is increased by 50%. What is the percentage increase in the area of the park?

    • A. 100%
    • B. 125%
    • C. 150%
    • D. 200%
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Let original radius = r, area = πr². New radius = 1.5r, new area = π(1.5r)² = 2.25πr². Increase = 2.25πr² - πr² = 1.25πr². Percentage increase = (1.25/1) × 100 = 125%.