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Q1 · Analogies
Select the option that is related to the third term in the same way as the second term is related to the first term. Painter : Brush :: Carpenter : ?
- A. Saw
- B. Furniture
- C. Wood
- D. Shop
Answer and solution
Answer: A
A painter uses a brush as their tool; similarly, a carpenter uses a saw as their primary tool for cutting wood.
Q2 · Discrimination
In the following set of figures, identify the figure that does NOT belong to the group. Figure A: Circle with one dot inside Figure B: Square with one dot inside Figure C: Triangle with one dot inside Figure D: Pentagon with two dots inside
- A. Figure A
- B. Figure B
- C. Figure C
- D. Figure D
Answer and solution
Answer: D
Figures A, B, and C all contain exactly one dot inside different shapes, while Figure D has two dots, making it the odd one out.
Q3 · Classification
Four of the following five are alike in a certain way and hence form a group. Which one does not belong to that group?
- A. Carrot
- B. Potato
- C. Radish
- D. Brinjal
Answer and solution
Answer: D
Carrot, Potato, and Radish are root vegetables, while Brinjal is a fruit vegetable that grows above ground.
Q4 · Syllogism
Statements: All teachers are scholars. Some scholars are researchers. Conclusions: I. Some teachers are researchers. II. All scholars are teachers. Which conclusion(s) logically follow(s)?
- A. Only conclusion I follows
- B. Only conclusion II follows
- C. Neither I nor II follows
- D. Both I and II follow
Answer and solution
Answer: C
From the statements, we know all teachers are scholars and some scholars are researchers, but there is no direct link between teachers and researchers. Conclusion II is invalid because 'all scholars are teachers' contradicts the first statement. Hence, neither conclusion follows.
Q5 · Indian Geography
Which of the following Indian states has the longest coastline?
- A. Tamil Nadu
- B. Maharashtra
- C. Gujarat
- D. Andhra Pradesh
Answer and solution
Answer: C
Gujarat has the longest coastline among Indian states, stretching approximately 1,600 km, followed by Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
Q6 · Indian Economy
Which institution is responsible for formulating monetary policy in India?
- A. Ministry of Finance
- B. Reserve Bank of India
- C. NITI Aayog
- D. Securities and Exchange Board of India
Answer and solution
Answer: B
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is the central bank and is responsible for formulating and implementing monetary policy in India.
Q7 · Books & Authors
Who is the author of the famous autobiography 'Wings of Fire'?
- A. Jawaharlal Nehru
- B. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
- C. Mahatma Gandhi
- D. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Answer and solution
Answer: B
'Wings of Fire' is the autobiography of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the former President of India and renowned scientist.
Q8 · Delhi History
Who founded the Tughlaqabad Fort in Delhi during the medieval period?
- A. Alauddin Khilji
- B. Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
- C. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
- D. Firoz Shah Tughlaq
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq founded the Tughlaqabad Fort in 1321 CE as the capital of the Tughlaq dynasty in Delhi.
Q9 · Number System
What is the smallest number which when divided by 12, 18, and 24 leaves a remainder of 7 in each case?
- A. 79
- B. 75
- C. 83
- D. 71
Answer and solution
Answer: A
LCM of 12, 18, and 24 is 72. Since the remainder is 7 in each case, the required number is 72 + 7 = 79.
Q10 · Delhi Landmarks
Which monument in Delhi was built by Emperor Shah Jahan and houses the Peacock Throne originally?
- A. Humayun's Tomb
- B. Qutub Minar
- C. Red Fort
- D. Jama Masjid
Answer and solution
Answer: C
The Red Fort (Lal Qila) was built by Shah Jahan between 1638-1648 and originally housed the famous Peacock Throne in the Diwan-i-Khas.
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