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GSSSB 2023 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

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GSSSB 2023 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 · Environment and Ecology

    The Gir National Park in Gujarat is primarily known for the conservation of which species?

    • A. Bengal Tiger
    • B. Asiatic Lion
    • C. Indian Elephant
    • D. One-horned Rhinoceros
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Gir National Park in Gujarat is the only natural habitat of the Asiatic Lion and plays a crucial role in its conservation.

  2. Q2 · International Organisations

    Where is the headquarters of the World Health Organization (WHO) located?

    • A. New York, USA
    • B. Geneva, Switzerland
    • C. Paris, France
    • D. Vienna, Austria
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    The World Health Organization is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, and is a specialized agency of the United Nations.

  3. Q3 · Economy of Gujarat

    Which sector contributes the highest share to Gujarat's Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP)?

    • A. Agriculture
    • B. Manufacturing and Industry
    • C. Services
    • D. Mining and Quarrying
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    The services sector, including trade, finance, and real estate, contributes the largest share to Gujarat's GSDP, followed by industry.

  4. Q4 · Tourism in Gujarat

    Which is Gujarat's only hill station where the annual Monsoon Festival is celebrated?

    • A. Matheran
    • B. Saputara
    • C. Mahabaleshwar
    • D. Wilson Hills
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Saputara is Gujarat's only hill station, located in the Dang district. The Saputara Monsoon Festival is celebrated annually by Gujarat Tourism to attract tourists during the monsoon season.

  5. Q5 · Gujarati Literature

    'સરસ્વતીચંદ્ર' નવલકથાના લેખક કોણ છે?

    • A. પન્નાલાલ પટેલ
    • B. ગોવર્ધનરામ ત્રિપાઠી
    • C. ઉમાશંકર જોશી
    • D. ઝવેરચંદ મેઘાણી
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    'સરસ્વતીચંદ્ર' ગુજરાતી સાહિત્યની પ્રસિદ્ધ નવલકથા છે જે ગોવર્ધનરામ ત્રિપાઠીએ લખી છે.

  6. Q6 · English Grammar

    Choose the correct form of the verb to complete the sentence: Neither the manager nor the employees _______ aware of the policy change.

    • A. was
    • B. were
    • C. is
    • D. has been
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    With 'neither...nor' constructions, the verb agrees with the noun closer to it. Since 'employees' (plural) is closer to the verb, we use 'were'.

  7. Q7 · Cloze Test / Fill in the Blanks

    Choose the most appropriate word to fill in the blank: The government has _______ several measures to control inflation and stabilize the economy.

    • A. implemented
    • B. destroyed
    • C. ignored
    • D. postponed
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    The word 'implemented' (meaning to put into effect or execute) fits best in the context of the government taking measures to control inflation.

  8. Q8 · Letter / Application Writing

    Which of the following is the correct format for the subject line in a formal application letter for a job?

    • A. Subject: Regarding your advertisement
    • B. Subject: Application for the post of Office Assistant
    • C. Subject: I want to apply
    • D. Subject: Job needed urgently
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    A formal application letter subject line should be clear, specific, and mention the exact post being applied for, making option B the most appropriate choice.

  9. Q9 · Time and Work

    A can complete a work in 15 days and B can complete the same work in 20 days. If they work together, in how many days will they finish the work?

    • A. 8 days
    • B. 8.57 days
    • C. 9 days
    • D. 7.5 days
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Combined work per day = 1/15 + 1/20 = 7/60. Time taken = 60/7 ≈ 8.57 days.

  10. Q10 · Number and Letter Series

    Find the next number in the series: 5, 10, 20, 40, ?

    • A. 60
    • B. 80
    • C. 75
    • D. 70
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Each number is multiplied by 2. So, 40 × 2 = 80.

Breakdown by subject

  • General Knowledge

    4 questions

  • Gujarat General Knowledge

    2 questions

  • Gujarati Language Skills

    1 questions

  • English Language Skills

    3 questions

  • Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude

    3 questions

  • Computer Aptitude

    2 questions

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